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The eternal sentinel of Mactan
4+ hour, 36+ min ago (607+ words) Philstar.com History often lives in fragments --etched in stone, whispered in songs, and remembered in rituals. Yet there are figures whose presence transcends centuries, whose names continue to stir the collective soul of a people. Lapu-Lapu, the chieftain of…...
Reese Witherspoon 'saw Elle Woods' in me, says Lexi Minetree
11+ hour, 35+ min ago (317+ words) SYDNEY, Australia — From one Elle Woods to another. "Elle" star Lexi Minetree credited Reese Witherspoon, the original actress behind the iconic pink-clad lawyer, for offering both input and grace into forming a younger version of the character. The Prime Video…...
Singapore-based Filipino artist Athea Madrideo releases debut EP
12+ hour, 30+ min ago (249+ words) MANILA, Philippines — Singapore-based Filipino singer-songwriter Athea Madrideo has launched her new music project, bloo!, alongside the release of her debut five-track EP, “in moments of stillness,” now available on major streaming platforms. The EP marks a new chapter for Madrideo,…...
Sam Smith confirms Christian Cowan engagement, credits new album to designer
13+ hour, 37+ min ago (304+ words) MANILA, Philippines — Singer-songwriter Sam Smith is set to wed fashion designer and fellow Brit Christian Cowan after around three years of dating, a couple of months since engagement reports emerged. The Grammy winner confirmed the happy news to the New…...
'Dear You,' China's highest-grossing film of 2026, coming to the Philippines
14+ hour, 4+ min ago (229+ words) MANILA, Philippines — Chinese blockbuster "Dear You," the highest-grossing film in China this year, is set to make its way to Philippine cinemas on August 12. Directed by Lan Hongchun, "Dear You" has become China's No. 1 box office hit of 2026 after captivating…...
The STAR Cover (July 31, 2026)
1+ day, 4+ hour ago (14+ words) Philstar.com The STAR Cover (July 31, 2026)...
Jennylyn Mercado takes on toughest ‘role’ yet, names new venture after daughter
1+ day, 4+ hour ago (798+ words) MANILA, Philippines — Jennylyn Mercado’s “most challenging” role yet is also one of her most personal. That is, becoming CEO of her own beauty brand named after her daughter Dylan Jade. The award-winning Kapuso star recently launched DLN Skin, her first…...
BTS pulls out of Grammys after Asian pop category introduction
1+ day, 19+ hour ago (557+ words) SEOUL, South Korea — Global K-pop sensation BTS said on Wednesday they will not submit their music for next year's Grammy Awards, following the Recording Academy's introduction of new categories that include the Best Asian Pop Music Performance. The South Korean…...
'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' review: Safe yet solid outing for Tom Holland
1+ day, 16+ hour ago (571+ words) MANILA, Philippines — Tom Holland has well and truly grown as the Peter Parker of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). Holland returns as the famous webslinger in his fourth solo outing "Spider-Man: Brand New Day." The story picks up with Holland's…...
James Reid excited to make horror film debut in MMFF 2026 entry
1+ day, 13+ hour ago (373+ words) MANILA, Philippines — Actor James Reid is set to explore a new genre as he joins the cast of Regal Entertainment's 2026 Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) entry "Haunted Carnival," marking his first-ever horror movie. The actor-singer, who recently returned to television…...