DOT eyes BINI as tourism ambassadors

?The Department of Tourism (DOT) expressed interest in tapping the massive influence of the Nation's Girl Group, BINI. Thanks to their vibrant image and chart-topping hits that celebrate Filipino culture, the DOT is looking at the group to spearhead upcoming campaigns aimed at enticing travelers back to the country's prime islands.

DonBelle’s new era

Fans flocked to cinemas yesterday for the opening day of "Tayo Sa Wakas," marketed as the latest major chapter for the popular love team of Donny Pangilinan and Belle Mariano. Director Cathy Garcia-Sampana recently urged critics and fans to "give DonBelle a chance" to show their growth as artists.

Laufey crowns Pinay fan

On the first night of her three sold-out shows in Manila, multi-Grammy winner Laufey melted hearts at the arena. Selecting a fan based on their fashion sense, Laufey called on a Filipina fan who also happens to be a fashion designer wearing an outfit inspired by Laufey's tracks "Forget-Me-Not" and "Bewitched." Laufey was visibly touched that she placed a double crown on her head, telling her, "You look just like a princess...I'm standing proof that anything can happen."

Jillian Ward 'open' to romance

The "Abot-Kamay na Pangarap" star revealed that she is ready to enter the dating world, sharing that her parents have officially given her the green light to have a love life now that she is older.

OPM legends pay tribute to Freddie Aguilar

?The local music industry paused to remember a giant. OPM veterans Geneva Cruz and James Coronel led a heartfelt wave of tributes dedicated to the late legendary singer-songwriter Freddie Aguilar. Netizens joined in honoring the musical pioneer behind iconic anthems like "Anak" and "Bayan Ko," looking back at how his socially conscious tracks shaped Pinoy music history. — Fretze Lou Catubig, CNU Intern