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Watch Former-President of the Philippines Rodrigo Duterte first appearance at the ICC

March 16, 2025

On 10 February 2025, the Office of the Prosecutor of the ICC applied for an arrest warrant against Mr Duterte for the crimes against humanity of murder, torture and rape. The Chamber assessed the material submitted by the Prosecution and found reasonable grounds to believe that Mr Duterte is individually responsible as an indirect co-perpetrator for the crime against humanity of murder, allegedly committed in the Philippines between 1 November 2011 and 16 March 2019.

The warrant of arrest against Mr Duterte was issued by the Chamber as “Secret” on 7 March 2025 and reclassified as “Public” on 11 March 2025. On 12 March 2025, Mr Duterte was surrendered to the International Criminal Court after being arrested by the authorities of the Republic of the Philippines in accordance with the warrant of arrest. He is currently in ICC custody.

The Philippines, an ICC State Party since 1 November 2011, deposited a written notification of withdrawal from the Statute on 17 March 2018. Under article 127 of the Statute, that withdrawal took effect on 17 March 2019. Nevertheless, the ICC retains jurisdiction over crimes allegedly committed in the Philippines while the country was a State Party to the Statute.

For the sake of transparency, ICC made all documents available online including the Warrant of Arrest, so we can be informed on all the things that the ICC is doing.

The Pre-Trial concluded by stating that the confirmation of charges hearing to begin on 23 September 2025.

Breaking: Former-President Rodrigo Duterte arrested in ICC Probe

March 11, 2025

Former-President Rodrigo Duterte was arrested as soon as he returned from Hong Kong aboard a commercial flight landing at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) Terminal 3 on Tuesday, March 11. Duterte spent the weekend in Hong Kong campaigning to the Filipino community.

Rodrigo Duterte was arrested because of the warrant issued by ICC, which is in connection to the Former-President’s drug war, that killed as many as 27,000 suspects.

You can follow this breaking news from Rappler.

Balay Dako’s response to the, now viral, FB post   

September 10, 2024

Balay Dako issue statement, in response to the viral facebook post of Ms. Lara L. Antonio.

We sincerely apologize for the recent misunderstanding regarding our pet policy. As a company that loves animals, we understand the importance of accommodating pets. However, we must also consider factors such as spacing and the safety of all our guests. We are currently reviewing our policy to ensure it is clear, fair, and balances the needs of both pet owners and non-pet owners.

Additionally, we will take steps to ensure that our staff are better trained and guided to understand and implement our policies effectively.

We appreciate your understanding and patience during this process. We hope for your continued support as we strive to create a welcoming and inclusive environment for all.

The comments in the post is something else.

Balay Dako, a supposedly pet-friendly restaurant turns away customer with Aspin   

September 10, 2024

Balay Dako, a purported “pet-friendly” restaurant, is in hot waters after what appears to be a discrimination on the staff’s part for turning away customers with Aspin, a local breed of dogs in the Philippines. a.k.a. Askal.

Ms. Lara L. Antonio posted a 1000 words post on her Facebook account regarding her encounter with the Balay Dako staff and how she and her companion where turned away because of her dog ‘Yoda’ is not a “shit tzus, labradors…” or a “golden retriever”.

Here’s a snippet of her.. now viral post;

We’ve eaten at Balay Dako before – we know it’s pet-friendly. Yoda has, in fact, been here before as well so we went there assuming everything’s okay. We get to the front of house and she hands me a paper with pet guidelines. It basically says small-medium sized dogs only and big dogs are not alllowed. It also says that dogs must be in a diaper, can’t be smelly, etc. and they will be turned away. I see “diaper” and I instantly think oh no we didn’t bring a diaper. So Mon asks the front of house, and she says it’s okay. There are diapers we can buy inside. She sees Yoda and Ari and nothing is amiss (for now).

Yoda, Ari and I are standing in front of the FOH, waiting to be seated and waiting for Mon to come out with the diapers when someone in black – staff – sees Yoda, goes inside, goes back out and then whispers something to the front of house.

Suddenly, FOH tells me that Yoda isn’t allowed inside. I ask “why”, she says “up to medium sized dogs only”. And I said huh? At this point, we’ve been standing in front of they door for over 10 minutes na, people going in and out greeting Yoda and Ari and she didn’t say anything to me. Tapos biglang she says ah bawal na yung isang dog. So I say, “she’s medium sized. We’ve been here before and no issues naman” and then !!! She said “ano pong breed niya?”

According to her Facebook profile, Ms. Lara L. Antonio is the Marketing Manager of Riot Games in the Philippines, Co-founder of Scene PH and a full-time fur-mom. It looks like those at Balay Dako, messed with the wrong fur-mom.

As of posting, Ms. Antonio’s post has more than 127K reactions and has been shared more than 61K times.

Carlos Yulo Wins Second Gold Medal in the Artistic Gymnastics Men’s Vault

August 5, 2024

After bagging the gold medal for the Men’s Floor Exercise, Carlos Yulo took home the gold medal for the Artistic Gymnastics Men’s Vault.

Carlo Yulo scored a convincing 15.116 points, over Armenian Artur Davtan’s 14.966 (silver) and the 14.949 (bronze) of Harry Hepworth from UK.

“Last night I couldn’t sleep. This morning I was so sleepy.. I slept in the bus, I slept after the podium training.” Carlos Yulo said. “I slept before going to the competition area… But I did it today.”

Carlos Yulo’s first vault was a standout, earning a 15.433 points. With a top-tier difficulty score of 6.000, he flawlessly executed a handspring double front half out in pike position, setting a high bar for the competition.

His second attempt, a Kasamatsu double twist, was slightly less perfect, but he managed to control his landing and scored a respectable 14.800 points. Yulo’s final score of 15.116 points is more than enough for him to take home the gold medal.

Ad agency and Wellspring issue Public Apology for the “Gil Tulog” Marketing Stunt

July 30, 2024

The ad agency and company behind the controversial “Gil Tulog” marketing stunt has issue an apology, this is after Puyat Clan files complaint against the ad agency for doing ‘Gil Tulog’ campaign.

Gigil, the ad agency behind the “Gil Tulog” campaign, said “Even as all the necessary permits and clearances were secured, our approach had resonated differently and so the campaign was immediately discontinued.” The agency ended their statement with “Our agency will be putting in place more stringent measures to ensure this does not happen again.”

Wellspring, who commissioned the marketing agency, also issued an apology saying;

We made a misstep in our campaign and we are sorry.
We recognize and deeply regret the insensitivity of our execution and we offer our sincerest apologies to the Puyat family, the Makati City government, and the public.
We have learned from this mistake and are committed to doing better.

Gigil is not new to viral videos and trending topics, since they are the company behind some of the most viral ad like the RC cola’s commercials and this Grab Ph Ad. And if you believe that there is not bad publicity, then Wellspring got their money’s worth for doing the marketing stunt no matter how short it is, they will forever be connected to Gil Tulog a.k.a. Gil Puyat Ave.

Why did Makati Gil Puyat Avenue change to Gil Tulog Avenue?

July 25, 2024

This have been trending since yesterday, the issue is that Makati’s Gil Puyat Ave. was suddenly change to Gil Tulog Ave. Thanks to the recently typhoon, people did not notice about the new “name’ until recently.

So what this an official change of name by the Municipality of Makati or it’s just a prank made by someone for clout and clicks?

After a quick google and a visit to the Philippines subreddit, it turns out this is a marketing stunt by “Gil Tulog” is a marketing stunt by Wellspring, a health and wellness brand known for its melatonin supplements.

It’s not just with the street name of Gil Puyat, the campaign also includes Wellspring-branded jeepneys, that they are calling “Sleepneys.” The “sleepneys” will give free rides if your route is “Terminal: Guadalupe Complex > Buendia, EDSA (SB) > Paseo de Roxas > Nicanor Garcia > Tordesillas, Makati City > Ayala Avenue > Senator Gil Puyat Avenue > Washington Intersection, Makati City.”

It’s unclear on how much Wellspring paid for the publicity stunt and if they received the approval of Makati city but one thing is sure, this is “genius but stupid” at the same time.

Source: visor, Balita

Former Senator Leila de Lima Cleared in all of her Drug Cases

June 24, 2024

Former Senator Leila de Lima has been cleared of all drug charges filed against her during the term of former president Rodrigo Duterte. Muntinlupa City Regional Trial Court Branch 206 granted De Lima demurrer to evidence on June 24, 2024. This is the same court that granted her bail last November 2023 and set her free after almost seven years in detention.

This is what Former Senator Leila de Lima said about her acquittal;

This dismissal effectively cleared her third and final drug case. De Lima, a Philippine opposition figure and one of the staunchest critics of then President Duterte, had faced allegations related to conspiracy to commit drug trading during the Duterte administration. Her acquittal marks the end of a long legal battle that spanned several years, making her a free woman.

Source: Rappler, CNN, Inquirer

Bea Alonzo and Dominic Roque released a joint statement confirming their Break-up

February 11, 2024
Bea Alonzo and Dominic Roque released a joint statement confirming their Break-up
Image: @BeaAlonzo

Celebrity Couple, Bea Alonzo and Dominic Roque just release a joint statement confirming confirming that they have ended their engagement, both parties then request that their privacy be respected. The statement also include a photo of Bea Alonzo and Dominic Roque in one of their travels.

Bea Alonzo and Dominic Roque Joint Statement

Here’s the official statement from Bea Alonzo as posted in her social media account;

The statement was release a week after Boy Abunda and Ogie Diaz “reported” that Bea Alonzo and Dominic Roque called their wedding off.

Price for the coming KCON Korean Festival in Saudi

September 28, 2023

We know the when and the who for the upcoming KCON Korean Festival in Saudi, and now we have the answer on the “HOW MUCH” since there have been no official announce on the ticket price for the Korean Festival.

There will be 3 categories of tickets; Entry Ticket will be SR 280.00, Golden Circle is SR 550.00 and VIP will cost SR 1,000.00.

  • VIP : This ticket will include the access to the VIP stand, Free Snacks and Drinks, access to the Gold Circle, and the convention.
  • Gold Circle : This ticket will include the access to the private lounge, the Gold Circle, and the convention.
  • Entry Ticket : This ticket will include the access to the general areas and the convention.

You can get your tickets from TicketMX using this link – https://www.ticketmx.com/en/d/4080/kcon-saudi-arabia-2023

The Music Commission will host the KCON Festival for the second time in the Kingdom on October 6 and 7 at the Mohammed Abdo Theater in Riyadh City Boulevard, with the participation of 14 Korean bands performing an international concert over two days presenting a variety of Korean cultural music as well as allocating an accompanying exhibition concerned with Korean culture.

Exhibition timings: 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Concert timings: 10:00 pm – 12:30 am

Ticket categories:
VIP : This ticket will include the access to the VIP stand, Free Snacks and Drinks, access to the Gold Circle, and the convention.
Gold Circle : This ticket will include the access to the private lounge, the Gold Circle, and the convention.
Entry Ticket : This ticket will include the access to the general areas and the convention.
Meet & Greet : An additional ticket added to your basic ticket that let you enjoy the experience of meeting your favorite band and artists.
3 different sessions, 3 different bands per day from 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm

KCON Korean Festival returns to Saudi for the Second time

September 11, 2023

Here’s something for OFW who are a big fan of K-pop, K-drama and/or Korean culture in general.

The KCON Korean Festival will return to Saudi Arabia to celebrate Korean culture in all its vibrant forms. This year, KCON Riyadh 2023 is officially happening this fall. The festival will take place on Friday, October 6, and Saturday, October 7, at the Mohammed Abdo Arena in Boulevard Riyadh City.

KCON Riyadh 2023 promises to be an exciting event, featuring performances by 14 South Korean bands. Fans can look forward to a variety of concerts and meet-and-greets, providing a unique opportunity to interact with their favorite artists.

But KCON is not just about music. It’s a celebration of all things Korean. In addition to the musical performances, there will be an exhibition dedicated to Korean culture. This will provide attendees with a deeper understanding of Korea’s rich history and traditions.

Moreover, a market will be set up where attendees can pick up all sorts of Korean goodies. Whether you’re looking for K-pop merchandise, traditional Korean crafts, or popular Korean snacks.

First launched in LA in 2012, KCON has since grown into one of the largest Korean cultural festivals worldwide. It now attracts over a million visitors yearly across four continents.

No line up have been announce and we can assume that this will come in the coming days.

Mariah Carey Gives Filipino Fans a Pass to Play ‘All I Want for Christmas Is You’ in September

September 4, 2023

Mariah Carey, the American singer, songwriter, and actress, recently took to X (formerly Twitter) to acknowledge her Filipino fans, whom she affectionately refers to as her “lambs”. The singer reposted an art card from one of her fan pages that highlighted how her song “All I Want For Christmas Is You” had been streamed over 316,000 times on Spotify by her Filipino fans as of September 1st.

In a tweet on September 3, 2023, Carey acknowledged her Filipino fans, affectionately known as “lambs,” and gave them a pass to start playing her song early.

“Not yet!!!! I’ll allow it for my Filipino lambs though! (I don’t make the rules!)” Carey tweeted.

The tweet was met with a positive reaction from her Filipino fans, who thanked her for the gesture.

Here’s some of the tweet responses;

The tradition of playing “All I Want for Christmas Is You” in September in the Philippines dates back to the early 2000s. The song became popular in the country after it was featured in a local TV commercial.

Since then, the song has become a part of the Filipino Christmas tradition, and it is often played in malls, restaurants, and other public places.

Mariah Carey’s gesture is a sign of her appreciation for her Filipino fans. It also shows that she understands the importance of the song to them.

Here’s the official music video of Mariah Carey – All I Want For Christmas Is You;

Mike Enriquez passed away at 71

August 30, 2023

Veteran broadcast journalist Mike Enriquez, real name Miguel Castro Enriquez, died on Wednesday, August 29, 2023, at the age of 71. He was rushed to the hospital on Tuesday night after complaining of chest pains.

Enriquez was a household name in the Philippines for his work as a radio and television personality. He hosted numerous radio and TV shows, as well as news program on Manila Broadcasting Company, Freedom Broadcasting Radio Network, Radio Mindanao Network or RMN, GMA Network and even at ABS-CBN. The known for his punchlines, such as “excuse me po,” and “hindi ko kayo tatantanan.”

In 2018, Enriquez took a medical leave to undergo a heart bypass and get treated for kidney disease, then in December 2021 to undergo a kidney transplant, he returned to work in time for the 2022 election coverage.

He was also a recipient of numerous awards, including the Catholic Mass Media Award for Best News Commentary in 2001 and the BizNews Asia for Broadcast Excellence Award in 2014. The most recent award that he received is the Most Trusted Radio Presenter by the Annual Reader’s Digest Trusted Brands Awards 2023.

Enriquez’s death is a huge loss for the Philippine broadcast industry. He was a respected journalist and a beloved figure to many. Enriquez is regarded as one of the most influential journalists in the Philippines and a “pillar” of the Philippine broadcasting industry.

In a statement, GMA Network said that “it is with profound sadness that GMA Network announces the passing of our beloved Kapuso, Mr. Miguel “Mike” C. Enriquez, who peacefully joined our Creator on August 29, 2023.”

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Enriquez is survived by his wife Lizabeth “Baby” Yumping. The couple did not have any children.

His funeral arrangements have not yet been announced.

Reactions to Potato Corner Job Posts

August 22, 2023

The reactions to Potato Corner job ads are gold!

Potato Corner may have been fast in deleting the job post and publishing a reply, this is the most appropriate way to handle this situation but as we all know the internet is much faster in reacting to the post and these are just a few of them.

In no particular order! 🙂












Social Media users trolls DOT by posting tourists spots from other countries then swapping its name to that of the Philippines

July 6, 2023

Department of Tourism (DOT) headed by Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco have been in the hotseat lately because of the new promotional video that they released contains stock footage from different countries posing as a tourist spot in the Philippines.

Of course, a number of netizen including politician in the Philippines are critical of this blunder, prompting DOT to terminate the contract with the DDM. With all these development, social media users are trolling DOT by posting tourists spots of other countries adding the name to that of the Philippines tourist destinations.

The Pyramid of Egypt as Chocolate Hills of Bohol.

Mount Fuji in Japan as Mount Apo in the Davao Region, and Cotabato in Soccsksargen.

The Niagara Falls in Ontario, Canada, posing as the Maria Cristina Falls in Iligan City.

Of course they will include the Dolomite Beach, Manila, which uses the photo of Copacabana Beach in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

Then the iconic Binondo–Intramuros Bridge and San Juanico Bridge using the photo of the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco, Califronia.

Facebook user Jenny Ranoco made her bucketlist that includes Aurora Blvd. in Cubao, Enchanted Kingdom, Eastwood, Mall of Asia and the famous Bangui Winmills in Ilocos Norte.

And last but certainly not the least, Atty. Chel Diokno jesting that his photo in the Roman Colosseum is the Intramuros in Manila.

Then this IG post of Tricia Robredo with her sisters and mother Atty. Leni Robredo, the post includes the hashtag #iykyk, which stands for “if you know, you know.” The photo was taken in Budapest, Hungary and we Matthias Church as their backdrop.

These posting may appear to nothing more than jokes for their face value, but I’m hoping that Tourism Dept. (DOT) and the country in general will be able to recover from this fiasco and move on and improve their campaigns in inviting tourists in the country.

I’ll more than happy to see a promotional video similar to this video that Tiktok user Josh Chua created;

@txcjosh Not an ad but this is how I fell in love with the Philippines. #tourismphl #djiglobal #DJIPhilippines #DJIJosh #philippines #fyp #foryou ♬ original sound – Joshua Chua

MOMOLAND Officially Disband after 7 years

February 15, 2023

MOMOLAND just announced that the group are now disbanded. In a note written in Korean posted by the group members and referring to their loyal fans as “Merries”, explained that “they (Momoland) decided to take a step forward towards our dreams and cheer for a new start.” and “even though they are no longer a group, they will still support each other.”

Here’s the Google Translate version;

hello. This is Momoland Ain.
First of all, I’m so sorry to our Merries, who must have been very upset to have encountered it first through an article.
I’ve always been thinking about how to repay our Merries, who always cheered me on and gave me a lot of strength.
Looking back, there were a lot of shortcomings and a lot of regrets, but I feel that there are more happy moments than that.
After a really long thought, the 6 of us, Momoland, decided to take a step forward towards our dreams and cheer for a new start.
Even though the 6 of us are scattered, we are always one team, and just like our beloved Marys who always stood by Momoland, we, as Momoland, will always be by Mary’s side.
I wanted to tell you the news quickly, but I’m so sorry that I finally did it, and thank you for waiting.
Please continue to support and look forward to Momoland and each member’s future.
thank you

The disbandment of the group came less than a month after their MLD Entertainment announced that it will not renew its contract with the KPOP South Korean girl group. The group did not make any additional announcement on what their future plans are.

MOMOLAND was a South Korean girl group formed by MLD Entertainment through the 2016 reality show Finding Momoland. The show’s winners Hyebin, Yeonwoo, Jane, Nayun, JooE, Ahin, and Nancy served as the original members. Their debut mini album “Welcome to MOMOLAND” was released on November 10, 2016, which became an instant hit.

Momoland’s biggest hits is Bboom Bboom, which was released on 04 January 2018 in the official channel of the record label – “1theK (원더케이)”. The music video currently have more than 593.4M total views in the 1theK (원더케이) official youtube channel.

Aubrey Miles celebrated her 42nd Birthday with a topless photo

March 19, 2022
Aubrey Miles celebrated her 42nd Birthday with a topless photo

Aubrey Miles is arguably one of the Hottest Celebrity Moms in the country and her 42nd birthday photos is proof to that.

Posted on her IG account, Aubrey Miles celebrated her 42nd Birthday with a topless photo holding a glass of champagne.

The photo is captioned;

My vibe ever since🦋 When I reached my 40s, I suddenly realized that I have no shame and nothing to hide. What’s there to hide anyway? LoL😁 I’m just sharing how much fun it is to have freedom that I choose for myself. I’m 42 now and how many more years do I wish to live? 30 or 42 more years? hmmm 😝That’s why, I go for it! I try to live my life freely but with care. If that makes sense🎂

It surely is a very Happy Birthday… specially for all her fans.

Mall of Asia Globe is stolen

November 14, 2021

The iconic Mall of Asia Globe have been stolen and as of this posting there have been no information or details as to why it was stolen.

There is, however, a motorcycle dashcam video circulating that a helicopter purportedly “lifted” the MOA globe right from where it’s been standing for the past 15 years.

Mall of Asia Management has released a statement regarding the incident.

Celebrity reacts to Leni Robredo’s bid to run for President in 2022 Election

October 7, 2021
Celebrity reacts to Leni Robredo’s bid to run for President in 2022 Election

It looks like VP Leni Robredo’s presidential bid is off to a good start as a number of celebrities showed their support after formally announcing her candidacy.

Celebrities posted their support on their respective social media accounts by using the hashtag #LeniRobredo2022 #LetLeniLead, while others posted their pictures with anything that’s pink, which is Robredo’s official.

Since it’s now official that Leno Robredo is running for President, we can all agree that what we are now waiting for Eraserhead’s announcement for their reunion concert.

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Ely Buendia tweets a “possible” Eheads reunion “Pag tumakbo si Leni”

September 28, 2021

In a Twitter Q&A as part of promotions for “SUPERPROXIES,” a virtual concert featuring Buendia and Filipino indie rock band Nobody’s Home this October 9th, eraserheads frontman Ely Buendia just broke the internet by hinting of a “possible” Eheads reunion if VP Leni Robredo ‘runs’, though he did not clarify on what position.

The tweet is in response to Ben La Dean (@jaydemaps), who asked him regarding a possible Eheads reunion. Ely, candidly and jokingly, replied “Pag tumakbo si Leni.”

Ely’s tweet have been trending and gone viral receiving 34.9 likes, 6,241 retweets and 2,264 quote tweets.

Here are some of the response that Ely’s tweet got from VP Leni’s supporters and Eraserheads fans;


Ely later clarified that his political views and opinions are his own.

Jackie Chan is Shopee’s newest endorser

August 23, 2021
Jackie Chan is Shopee’s newest endorser

Last week, Shopee announced that their newest endorser will be none other than martial arts and Hollywood superstar, Jackie Chan. The company even release a 30-sec video showing Jackie Chan dancing the Shopee shake.

In a statement, Chan said he “had a lot of fun” doing his latest commercial, which promotes Shopee’s 9.9 sale event. Shopee’s Jackie Chan video was released online for markets in the Philippines, Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, and Brazil.

https://youtu.be/1TOyqCrT6b0

In an article by ABS-CBN, Shopee Philippines Director Martin Yu gave members of the media a first look at the local version of Chan’s ad, where the action star can be heard speaking in Filipino.

“He has lit up movie screens for over seven decades with his action-comedy movies that are certified Hollywood blockbusters,” he said. “Our new Shopee superstar is none other than Jackie Chan.”

Yu added that Chan will also be featured in upcoming in-app content, including entertainment and games.

Watch Shigeru Miyamoto giving a tour of the new Super Nintendo World theme park

December 20, 2020
Watch Shigeru Miyamoto giving a tour of the new Super Nintendo World theme park

Check out a special SUPER NINTENDO WORLD™ Direct, featuring roughly 15 minutes of just some of Universal Studios Japan’s new area, SUPER NINTENDO WORLD.

Universal Studios Japan’s new area, SUPER NINTENDO WORLD officially opened last November 2020, where it features real-world replica of Princess Peach and Bowser’s Castle, a cafe staffed by TOADS, it also has a AR Mario Kart-themed roller coaster.

Shigeru Miyamoto also walked through the different area of the park that replicates the look and feel of the different areas of the games, like the underground area that will make you feel a smallsized Mario, and POW block and interactive blocks that when punched will give that familiar Mario coin-collecting sound.

Super Nintendo World was originally set to open before the 2020 Summer Olympics in Tokyo but it was delayed due to the COVID-19 global pandemic that also pushed back the Olympics schedule. Super Nintendo World will be open to the public on February 4, 2021. Universal Studios also plans to open Super Nintendo World zones in Hollywood, California; Orlando, Florida; and Singapore.

Twitter reacts to ABS-CBN Christmas ID 2020 – #IkawAngLiwanagAtLigaya

December 2, 2020
Twitter reacts to ABS-CBN Christmas ID 2020 – #IkawAngLiwanagAtLigaya


These are just a few of the twitter reactions, you can go here for more.

Here’s that RC Cola’s commercial that trended

November 28, 2020

There’s nothing much to say about the commercial, except that the creative team behind the ad succeeded in making a viral video. This could be a first of many weirdly creative commercial from the brand, similar to the other viral commercial videos from Japan, China and even in Thailand.

Here’s that video;

A fan is selling realistic celebrity portraits to pay for his mother’s hospital bills

June 12, 2020
A fan is selling realistic celebrity portraits to pay for his mother’s hospital bills

An artistic fan is selling his realistic drawings of celebrities to help pay for the hospital bills of his mother.

Ritzel Obreque Oyao said in his facebook post;

Pahelp naman po😭 Inatake ng HB mama ko di na magalaw yung right part ng body niya. Tapos wala pa PhilHealth papa ko. Di ko alam pano namin babayaran yung Hospital bills. Sabi ni papa san daw siya kukuha ng pera.

I’m selling all my Fan Art portrait para pang pagamot kay mama😪 .. huhu

Ritzel Obreque Oyao added that his parents are not PhilHealth beneficiaries, which could make the hospital bill expensive. Oyao continued that all “the portraits of ABS-CBN artists are reserved,” which indicates, that they have been bought already.

Ritzel Obreque Oyao’s drawing are nothing to sneeze at, since they’re realistic and can be mistaken to be the black and white photos than drawings.

Checkout some of his drawings.

Liza Soberano

Kim Chu
James Reid
Billie Eilish

Here’s a timelapse drawing of Kin Chu;

Here’s the Official Lyric Video of Loyal Brave True from Mulan

March 9, 2020
Here’s the Official Lyric Video of Loyal Brave True from Mulan

Mulan’s “Loyal Brave” is performed by Christina Aguilera.

When the Emperor of China issues a decree that one man per family must serve in the Imperial Army to defend the country from Northern invaders, Hua Mulan, the eldest daughter of an honored warrior, steps in to take the place of her ailing father. Masquerading as a man, Hua Jun, she is tested every step of the way and must harness her inner-strength and embrace her true potential. It is an epic journey that will transform her into an honored warrior and earn her the respect of a grateful nation…and a proud father. “Mulan” features a celebrated international cast that includes: Yifei Liu as Mulan; Donnie Yen as Commander Tung; Jason Scott Lee as Böri Khan; Yoson An as Cheng Honghui; with Gong Li as Xianniang and Jet Li as the Emperor. The film is directed by Niki Caro from a screenplay by Rick Jaffa & Amanda Silver and Elizabeth Martin & Lauren Hynek based on the narrative poem “The Ballad of Mulan.”

Disney’s live action adaptation of Mulan is directed by Niki Caro, and stars Yifei Liu (Mulan), Donnie Yen (Commander Tung(, Jason Scott Lee (Böri Khan), and Yoson An (Cheng Honghui), with Gong Li as Xianniang and Jet Li as the Emperor. The film hits theaters March 27.