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The demise of Twitter: How a ‘utopian vision’ for social media became a ‘toxic mess’

If anything is emblematic of the demise of Twitter, it is the rise and stall of the account of Oprah Winfrey. Oprah joined the platform in 2009, tweeting for the first time live from her wildly popular TV show: “HI TWITTERS. THANK YOU FOR A WARM WELCOME. FEELING REALLY 21st CENTURY.” It was “a breakthrough moment” for the platform, says Axel Bruns, professor in the digital media research centre at Queensland University of Technology. “That...

Martin Freeman on why viewers can 'smell lies' in TV drama

The Responder star on how the police drama shows them as "human beings rather than cardboard cutouts".

Marian Rivera brings back Marimar in new TikTok dance video

It finally happened — Marian Rivera has brought back Marimar! On TikTok, the Kapuso Primetime Queen shared a video of herself doing her makeup, before the reel transitioned into her dancing to the series intro. "Bring you back to 2007 - Asoka style," she captioned. She teased the video a day before, saying, "Challenge accepted!" Marian and her husband Dingdong Dantes headlined the iconic "Marimar" series aired on GMA Network in 2007. In 2015, a...

Every Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross Score, Ranked

Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross have, in less than 15 years, established themselves as the most exciting composers working in contemporary film. Their first score was David Fincher's masterpiece "The Social Network." The score was a haunting, atmospheric triumph, and it won them Oscars, an even more impressive feat given the Academy's historic anti-rock band bias. (Reznor created and fronts Nine Inch Nails; Ross officially joined the group in...

Martin Javier meets Michelle Dee again at an event: 'Ang napili ngayong gabi'

Michelle Dee and Martin Javier have reunited, a few weeks after guesting on "EXpecially For You!" The Sparkle stars were both at the Limgas ng Pangasinan 2024 Pageant and Coronation Night where Michelle was a judge and Martin was a co-host. They were able to pose for a photo during the event. “Ang napili ngayong gabi,” Martin said in his Instagram caption. The Miss Universe Philippines 2023 queen appeared on “It’s Showtime’s” matchmaking segment...

24 Oras Weekend Part 5- Marian dance challenge; Aso sa batya; atpb.

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Jollibee gifts Marcos, Liza with commemorative doll

MANILA, Philippines — After sharing photos of his Jollibee dinner with First Lady Liza Marcos, President Marcos has received a doll and thank you letter from the famous Filipino-owned fast food chain. The President shared a picture of him holding a Jollibee doll and a letter on his official social media pages on Saturday. In the photo posted on Facebook and Instagram, the President, who was wearing a plain white t-shirt and a pair of shorts, was...

André Rieu wants Anthony Hopkins to tour with him after performing waltz actor composed in his 20s

André Rieu wants Anthony Hopkins to tour with him after performing waltz actor composed in his 20s - EXCLUSIVE: The Dutch maestro says he and the Oscar winner created a ‘masterpiece’ together with And The Waltz Goes On and would ‘definitely’ like to share a stage with him

California Disney characters are unionizing decades after Florida peers. Hollywood plays a role

ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — During three years of working as a parade performer at the Disneyland Resort in Southern California, Zach Elefante always has had a second or third job to help him earn a living. Unlike the experiences of his peers at Disney's parks in Orlando, Florida, where there is a much smaller talent pool, the performers who play Mickey Mouse, Goofy and other beloved Disney characters at the California parks aren't always provided a...

Bob Bakish Out as Paramount Global CEO

Amid the M&A drama enveloping Paramount Global, Bob Bakish is about to step down as CEO after eight years at the helm of Shari Redstone's media empire. Bakish is expected to resign under pressure as early as Monday. The executive has been with Paramount and its Viacom predecessor since 1997. He was recruited by Redstone […]

Sophia Bush reflects on coming out in new essay: ‘Scared and trembling and wouldn’t change a thing’

Sophia Bush opened up for the first time about her relationship with Ashlyn Harris in a Glamour interview. Here's what to know about their relationship timeline.

Weinstein in hospital after conviction overturned

A lawyer said the disgraced movie mogul was "somewhat of a train wreck health wise".

Cavite Rep. Elpido Barzaga Jr. dies at 74

MANILA, Philippines — Cavite 4th District Rep. Elpidio Barzaga Jr. died on Saturday, April 27, at the age of 74 in California in the United States for open-heart surgery. “Throughout his life, Cong. Pidi dedicated himself to serving the people of the Province of Cavite and the City of Dasmariñas with unwavering commitment and passion,” his Facebook page said. “As we mourn his loss, we find solace in the countless lives he touched and the...

Aaron Sorkin's Social Network sequel

Aaron Sorkin is working on a sequel to 'The Social Network' and said he blames Facebook for the January 6 riots.

After The Party is an award-winning New Zealand drama about abuse allegations starring Robyn Malcolm

Co-creator and lead actor Robyn Malcolm untangles the forces at play underneath what's been called New Zealand's best television show.

The cargo ship that became an iconic music venue

Bristol's iconic floating venue Thekla celebrates four decades of music, cabaret and more.

Jax Taylor attends the White House Correspondents' Dinner

Jax Taylor looks dapper in black at the White House Correspondents' Dinner. The 'Vanderpump Rules' star is seen looking dapper in a classic suit as he strikes a pose on the red carpet ahead of the big event.

K-pop producer Min Hee-jin causes online stir after lashing out at industry bosses

SEOUL, South Korea — The creative director behind the girl band NewJeans has found online fame after a tearful, profanity-laced news conference in which she slammed some of K-pop’s most powerful executives as “middle-aged jerks.” HYBE, the South Korean agency behind K-pop sensation BTS, filed a legal complaint on Thursday, April 25, against Min Hee Jin, the head of its powerhouse subsidiary label ADOR, for breach of trust in business. That...

Andi Eigenmann vacations in Japan with kids Ellie, Lilo, Koa

Andi Eigenmann and her kids are having the best time vacationing in Japan. On Instagram, the Siargao-based former actress shared some photos from their trip to Universal Studios Japan in Osaka. "First on our Osaka itinerary: Lilo & Koa's first amusement park experience," Andi wrote. "Pretty cool to find out that 3 out of 3 of my children love the thrill of roller coaster rides!" she added. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Andi...

Tom Holland backs partner Zendaya’s new film: I know what I’m doing this weekend

Tom Holland backs partner Zendaya’s new film: I know what I’m doing this weekend - The film see Zendaya play a tennis prodigy-turned-coach Tashi Duncan.

Spencer Rattler reality TV show: Netflix's 'QB1' reportedly a reason for South Carolina QB's NFL Draft slide

South Carolina QB Spencer Rattler fell all the way to the fifth round of the 2024 NFL Draft, and his demeanor on a reality TV show reportedly turned teams off.

Content creator Esnyr meets Marian Rivera

Social media content creator Esnyr met the one and only Marian Rivera! On his Instagram story, the internet personality shared a photo of him with the Kapuso Primetime Queen during the press conference of her upcoming Cinemalaya film "Balota." Esnyr will also be part of the film, along with fellow internet personality Sassa Gurl. "Bagay pala kay Marian Rivera 'yung kulay gray," Esnyr quipped in the caption. "Balota" follows the story of a...

Australians Grace Kim and Hannah Green tied for lead in LPGA Tour’s JM Eagle LA Championship

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Grace Kim stumbled to a 5-over 76 on Saturday in the LPGA Tour’s JM Eagle LA Championship — and still held onto a share of the lead. It was that kind of a day at Wilshire Country Club, the tree-lined layout made difficult by bumpy poa annua greens and tricky wind conditions. “It’s tough for everyone today,” Kim said. “It was just one of those days. It’s just golf.” Four strokes ahead entering the day after rounds of 64 and 66,...

‘Generous,' ‘Elegant,' ‘The Heart of a Lioness': Nicole Kidman Showered with Compliments at AFI Life Achievement Award Ceremony

Hollywood legends gathered Saturday night to celebrate Nicole Kidman as she received the prestigious AFI Life Achievement Award, the highest honor bestowed by the American Film Institute. The annual tribute was held at Los Angeles’ Dolby Theatre, where some of Kidman’s closest friends and colleagues, including Oscar winners Meryl Streep, Morgan Freeman, Reese Witherspoon and […]

Nicole Kidman: Being honoured at AFI is ‘a little overwhelming’ as an introvert

Nicole Kidman: Being honoured at AFI is ‘a little overwhelming’ as an introvert - The Moulin Rouge star will be the first Australian actor to receive the accolade.

NBC still looking for big part of U.S. open coverage

NBC’s unusual “rolling audition” to fill its lead golf analyst seat continues rolling along without a clear-cut favorite, and some industry analysts point out that is a problem as the network’s coverage of the marquee U.S. Open fast approaches. The network parted ways with analyst Paul Azinger in November when the two sides couldn’t reach a contract extension. Azinger had held that role since 2019, replacing Johnny Miller, who retired after...

‘Humane' Review: Caitlin Cronenberg's First Feature Is a Searing Domestic Thriller About Crimes of the Not-So-Distant Future

It's the very sort of edgy situation that I thought was sorely missing from "Civil War." In "Humane," we watch how far people will go when everything around them is breaking down.

ALEXANDRA SHULMAN Prohibition of fun? It will never be a winner, Rishi

Teenagers binge on bottles of cheap vodka, six-packs and vapes if they can't buy cigarettes because it seems like fun to them, and prohibiting fun is never going to be easy to pull off.

Japanese dance troupe secure Simon Cowell’s golden buzzer with dazzling routine

Japanese dance troupe secure Simon Cowell’s golden buzzer with dazzling routine - Saturday’s episode of the ITV entertainment show saw unusual singing acts, a community choir and beatboxers.

Prom night flashback: See your fave celebrities in dresses, suits before they were famous

Prom is deemed a "rite of passage" for many teens. Celebrities even reminisce about the big high school event when they donned dresses and suits.

The legacy of Floy Quintos, 63

THE theater and film industries mourned the passing of noted director Floy Quintos. He was 63 years old. His family, represented by his niece Celina Quintos, confirmed the sad news in a Facebook post on Saturday afternoon. "It is with the heaviest of hearts that I, in behalf of my family, announce that Floy Quintos, esteemed playwright and director, but more importantly beloved brother, son, uncle, cousin, nephew, and friend, has returned to the...

8-year-old dubbed ‘Youngest Weaver’ in Ilocos Norte

An eight-year-old girl showcased her talent in weaving at the Gumaba Cultural Center in Pinili, Ilocos Norte. The girl is known as “AC.” Edwin Antonio, the training program director, said that AC learned weaving by observing other trainees at the inabel weaving workshop. “Namangha kami kasi, actually at eight years old, hindi namin in-expect na magkakaroon siya ng interes [sa weaving], at the same time [mayroon siyang] skill, 'yung talagang may...

Find out which movie won the Oscar for Best Picture the year you were born

Now that we are close to this year's Oscars, people have started placing their bets on which movies are going to win in the main categories. We all remember the most recent Best Picture winners, but do you know which movie won that prestigious award the year you were born? Find out here!

Zendaya film Challengers receives Oscar buzz

Zendaya‘s newest film Challengers is already receiving Oscars buzz. Zendaya stars alongside Josh O’Connor and Mike Faist in what has been one of the biggest topics of conversation in just 24 hours since its theatrical release. The tennis and love triangle storyline has captivated fans worldwide, bringing in a whopping $6.2 million (£4.9 million) at...

Pet Shop Boys’ Neil Tennant recalls ‘worst moment’ of his life at Glastonbury

Pet Shop Boys’ Neil Tennant recalls ‘worst moment’ of his life at Glastonbury - The British pop duo, comprising of singer Tennant and keyboardist Chris Lowe, headlined the Other Stage on the festival’s last night in 2022.

British Actress Amy Tara Joins Ben Pauling's Mystery-Thriller ‘Dream'

British actress Amy Tara has been cast in a leading role in the U.S. mystery-thriller “Dream.” The film tells the story of a group of friends who are led by a dream to uncover what they believe might be a trafficking industry in their small working-class town. “Dream” is written and directed by Ben Pauling, […]

Harvey Weinstein hospitalized after his return to New York from upstate prison

NEW YORK (AP) — Harvey Weinstein’s lawyer said Saturday that the onetime movie mogul has been hospitalized for a battery of tests after his return to New York City following an appeals court ruling nullifying his 2020 rape conviction. Attorney Arthur Aidala said Weinstein was moved to Bellevue Hospital in Manhattan after his arrival on Friday to city jails. “They examined him and sent him to Bellevue. It seems like he needs a lot of help,...

When images become reality

Early this week, a fake video of President Marcos went viral on a popular streaming platform. It showed the president purportedly directing the country’s armed forces to counter China’s aggressive moves in the South China Sea. The short video was taken down just a few days after. Not having personally seen it, I can’t say how real it looked. So-called deepfakes are actually not so difficult to spot, at least for now—provided one is prepared to...

Julia Barretto opens up about 'taking accountability' after 2019 controversy with Gerald Anderson

Years after the controversy involving her now-boyfriend Gerald Anderson and his ex-girlfriend Bea Alonzo, Julia Barretto is in a much better place. In an interview with Toni Gonzaga, the actress agreed that 2019 was the "noisiest year" for her, and that she struggled to navigate it as a 22 year old. Julia said that "you have to take accountability for, anong naging role mo sa chaos na 'yun." Asked what her role was in that chaos, Julia readily...

Willie Revillame grateful for ‘second chance’ on television as Kapatid

MANILA, Philippines — What can audiences expect from Willie Revillame’s return to television? After more than a year of hiatus, the veteran host is making his TV comeback through a partnership deal of his production outfit, Goodwill Productions, with Manny V. Pangilinan’s MediaQuest Ventures and TV5 network. A contract-signing was held on Friday attended by MediaQuest executives led by MediaQuest and Cignal TV president and CEO Jane Basas, along...

Kiri Pritchard-McLean: Comedian's fostering inspires new show

The entertainer aims to spread the joy of helping vulnerable children to a wider audience.

A conversation with pianist Laarni Dawn Ilan

Our featured artist today is pianist Laarni Dawn Ilan. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Computer Science (major in Computer Systems Engineering) from De La Salle University in Manila in 2011 but even after graduation, she continues to perform in piano festivals. Pianist Laarni Dawn Ilan is also a consultant at an international IT company. We had a chat with her recently and here is that conversation. How did you become interested in music?I...

Zendaya Says She's Potentially Open to Releasing New Music "One Day"

Zendaya isn’t shutting down the idea of potentially reviving her music career eventually. The Challengers star made a recent appearance on The Jennifer Hudson Show, where she was asked about the music she has released in the past. "I love music, and it's something that's been special to me,” Zendaya told host Jennifer Hudson. “I […]

Julie Anne San Jose, Rayver Cruz express gratitude after performances at Gary V's concert

Julie Anne San Jose and Rayver Cruz are nothing but grateful after their special performances at Gary V’s “Pure Energy” concert. The real-life couple showed that they could keep up with Mr. Pure Energy in a dance number. Julie Anne was also able to sing several songs with Gary, including his classic hit, “Sana Maulit Muli.” On Instagram, JulieVer made sure to thank the music legend for inviting them to perform. “Somebody pinch me,” Julie said,...

Eric Church sends Stagecoach festivalgoers for the exits with acoustic gospel set

Festivalgoers at Stagecoach, the nation's largest country music star, left in droves during genre superstar Eric Church's acoustic gospel set.

Wrexham play the support act in promotion sequel

Wrexham celebrate a second successive - but decidedly lower key - promotion as a support act to League Two champions Stockport.

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Trisha Denise ‘humbled’ to be writing songs for big names in the music industry

MANILA, Philippines — Kapamilya singer-songwriter Trisha Denise was able to incorporate her K-pop and K-drama fandom not only into the tracks in her EP, but also into her social media content. She would do covers of K-pop hits and translate them into Filipino. These versions went viral on her TikTok and Facebook pages. She is a big fan of BTS, IU, Stray Kids and Taehyun. “Guardian: The Lonely and Great God” or “Goblin” is her favorite K-drama of...

Gayle Nachlis, Former Executive Director at Women in Film, Dies at 72

Gayle Nachlis, longtime agent at William Morris Agency and former executive director at Women in Film, has died. She was 72. Nachlis died April 21 in her home surrounded by family after a battle with throat cancer, according to Women in Film. After attending UC Berkeley and graduating from UCLA with a degree in theater […]

Taylor Swift, Billie Eilish and the album comeback

The two megastars have both ditched singles for their latest releases - will others follow their lead?