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  On July 29, the new AI-driven murder mystery game show Murder Club: Liar's Table will debut on Disney+. Murder Club: Liar's Table plunges a group of all-star cast into an immersive murder mystery. In a realistic game of deception and hidden truths, participants navigate intense psychological warfare across diverse sets ranging from the Joseon Dynasty to a modern baseball field and prison, where the full story of each murder case is brought to life through AI-generated video sequences. With the real culprit hidden among them, the players must rely on limited clues and evidence to unmask the culprit, while the guilty party uses every tactic available to avoid being exposed until the very end. Produced by KJH Studio and Skaper AI, Murder Club: Liar's Table features popular figures representing various fields, starring travel YouTuber Pani Bottle, top professional gamer Faker, veteran comedian Choi Yangrak, comedian Eom Jiyoon, actor Shin Sungrok, viral creator Kim Seontae, T...

  Jollibee, the Philippines' number one fast food chain, is giving fans another reason to enjoy their favorite meals with the launch of the exclusive JolliBINI Bundles. Available for a limited time, the new promotion pairs Jollibee's best-loved menu favorites with exclusive collectibles inspired by the nation's biggest P-pop girl group, BINI. Available from July 15 to August 31, the JolliBINI Bundles let customers enjoy iconic Jollibee favorites while collecting limited-edition merchandise featuring all eight BINI members. Every bundle includes random member collectibles, and lucky customers may also receive a rare Special Group Photocard. "At Jollibee, we always look for new ways to make every meal more joyful and memorable for our customers," said Dorothy Ching, vice president for marketing of Jollibee Philippines. "With the JolliBINI Bundles, fans can enjoy their Jollibee favorites while collecting exclusive BINI-inspired merchandise. Every visit becomes a...

  For years, music fans have turned to Princess Velasco to breathe new life into their favorite songs. She released a series of acoustic cover albums, reimagining familiar tracks with her unique voice, emotional depth, and a keen sense of each song's heart. At a press conference for the upcoming concert “Sessionistas: The Playlist,” happening at The Theater at Solaire on August 22, Princess reflected on her journey as a cover artist. "I started out as a cover recording artist—that was really my niche. I was fortunate that my cover albums reached gold and platinum status. Back then, singing was just something I did on the side while working. "But it gradually became my career, so I went with the flow. I was already lucky at that point. Then I became part of 'Sessionistas' on ASAP, joining the group in 2010, a year after they started. To this day, I'm still with them," she added.  Princess feels grateful for her Sessionistas friends and treasures still perf...

  Curious about the journey toward achieving one’s dreams? Wondering how to get heard when surrounded by other voices? Looking to find the balance between life and ambition? GMA Network, through its website GMA Lifestyle, is set to break barriers and create new benchmarks with the launch of the Young Achievers Series podcast – a fresh platform dedicated to the ideas, stories, journeys, and so much more of Filipinos in the “now” generation. The Young Achievers Series is GMA Lifestyle’s new and premier digital feature that aims to inspire, empower, and amplify the voices of the youth. Netizens can access engaging interviews and content through the website’s In Focus section. A high-energy, insight-packed space, the Young Achievers Series features remarkable individuals and standout personalities from various lifestyle fields, including the arts, fashion, design, business, sports, and more. Through authentic conversations and relatable insights, audiences will get to know the next gen...

  Miss International 2025 Catalina Duque of Colombia expressed deep admiration for Filipino pageant contestants, highlighting their unique grace and authenticity during her first visit to the Philippines.  Catalina, who attended a media conference at World Kitchens, Gateway Mall 2 in Araneta City on July 16, emphasized the innate elegance and intelligence of Filipinas, qualities she believes set them apart in the world of beauty pageants. "From my experience here in the Philippines, every woman I've met has been beautiful. The grace that Filipinas possess is unmatched in my lifetime. You are elegant, intelligent, well-educated, and deeply proud of your culture. This is not something taught—it is innate within you," Catalina remarked when asked for advice to aspiring Miss International contestants. She went on to say, "I believe the grace that Filipino women possess is the secret to their consistent success in beauty pageants. You captivate everyone, even us Colombian...

  Miss International Executive Director Stephen Diaz has put to rest ongoing speculation regarding a potential split between Binibining Pilipinas Charities Inc. (BPCI) and the prestigious international pageant, affirming that BPCI remains the official partner and franchise holder in the Philippines. Diaz addressed the rumors during a media conference featuring Miss International 2025, Catalina Duque of Colombia, held at World Kitchens, Gateway 2 Mall, Araneta City, on July 16. He clarified that there is no truth to reports suggesting that the Miss International franchise would be withdrawn from Binibining Pilipinas. “Several months ago, rumors spread that the Miss International franchise would leave the Binibining Pilipinas Organization. When I first read that, I thought, ‘At least they know,’” Diaz recounted. “As the executive director, I send all the licenses to the national director. Why are these people spreading rumors and stories?” Diaz emphasized the value of maintaining har...

  Since its release, the “Oohh Lala Baby” music video has amassed over 3.3 million YouTube views, while its lyric video has surpassed 9 million views.  The dance craze has also taken over TikTok with more than 6.6 million posts using the song. On Spotify, the track has earned 4.2 million streams and is currently featured on the platform's OPM Rising playlist. Baby Dolls The group's growing popularity has also landed Baby Dolls on the cover of Spotify's Viral Hits Philippines playlist, where “Oohh Lala Baby” ranks No. 3. They now have almost 1 million monthly listeners on Spotify. Meanwhile, their other hit “Ikembot Mo” continues its impressive run, with over 4.2 million views on YouTube, more than 2.4 million TikTok posts, and 2.2 million Spotify streams. Adding to their success, Baby Dolls' debut EP “Zoom Baby Dolls” has already garnered nearly 7 million streams, while the lyric videos from the project have collectively surpassed 13.5 million views on YouTube. Listen t...