Entertainment

Manny Pacquiao Named Global Ambassador for 2026 JCI World Congress as Clark Prepares to Welcome the World

CLARK, PAMPANGA — Philippine boxing icon Manny Pacquiao is taking on a new international role as Global Ambassador for the 2026 JCI World Congress, adding star power to a major global youth leadership gathering that will bring delegates from around the world to Clark this November. Junior Chamber International (JCI) Philippines announced Pacquiao’s appointment as the congress prepares to take place in Clark from November 11 to 15, 2026. The event is expected to place the Philippines at the cent

August 25, 2026

Business

NICHOLAS TAN TAKES AUPEN’S “PURPOSE” BEYOND FASHION—BUT WHAT IT BECOMES IN MANILA IS SOMETHING ELSE ENTIRELY

What began as a handbag is now becoming something much bigger. Singaporean designer and AUPEN founder Nicholas Tan is taking his signature “Purpose” silhouette out of the fashion world and into contemporary art, marking a major new chapter with his first solo exhibition in Manila. Presented by 125 Projects, the exhibition transforms the familiar sculptural shape associated with AUPEN’s Purpose bag into a series of artworks and objects—challenging visitors to look at a fashion accessory not sim

August 25, 2026

Business

Cathay Life’s Joe Lin Leaves RCBC Board After 7 Years—But His Next Move May Be the Bigger Story

MANILA, Philippines — A major change is unfolding in the leadership ties between Taiwan’s Cathay Life Insurance and Rizal Commercial Banking Corp. (RCBC), with Cathay Life executive Shih-Chiao “Joe” Lin reportedly stepping down from the Philippine bank’s board after roughly seven years. Bilyonaryo reported on August 25 that Lin has resigned as an RCBC director following a lengthy stint on the board and is being reassigned to a new post within the Cathay group. The development marks a notable s

August 25, 2026

Entertainment

SHIRLEY KUAN FIRES BACK: “BEA DID NOT MAKE ME RICH” — BUT HER REVELATIONS ABOUT THE WEDDING DRAMA RAISE EVEN BIGGER QUESTIONS

MANILA, Philippines — Veteran talent manager Shirley Kuan has pushed back strongly against claims that Bea Alonzo was her financial “cash cow,” while also giving her most detailed account yet of the controversy surrounding Alonzo’s canceled wedding to businessman Vincent Co. Kuan said she was offended by suggestions that her professional relationship with Alonzo was primarily motivated by money. “I just wanna make this clear, ha. Bea did not make me rich nor will she make me poor,” Kuan said d

August 25, 2026

Business

Shein Is Going Public With a $27 Billion Valuation — But Its Biggest Problem Isn’t the Stock Market

Shein is finally heading to the public markets — but its long-awaited Hong Kong IPO may not be enough to silence the questions that have followed the fast-fashion giant for years. The Singapore-headquartered, China-founded online fashion retailer is preparing to list in Hong Kong on September 1, 2026, at a valuation of about $27 billion, dramatically below the nearly $100 billion valuation associated with the company at its private-market peak in 2022. Shein plans to offer 280 million shares at

August 25, 2026

Entertainment

BREAKING: Former NBA Stars Told They Can’t Enter WNBA Draft — But the League’s Own Rules Raise a Bigger Question

NEW YORK — Former NBA players Enes Kanter Freedom and Royce White will not be eligible to enter the 2027 WNBA Draft, according to multiple people familiar with the league’s position, adding a new chapter to a rapidly escalating debate over gender eligibility in professional basketball. Neither the WNBA nor the players have publicly announced a formal eligibility ruling explaining why the two former NBA players would be barred. The Associated Press reported Monday that a person familiar with the

August 25, 2026

Entertainment

Chelsea’s Alonso Era Starts With a Bang — But One Major Problem Could Threaten Everything

Chelsea have opened the Xabi Alonso era with a statement victory — but not without a warning. The Blues edged West London rivals Fulham 3-2 at Craven Cottage on Monday, August 24, in a breathless Premier League opener that showcased Chelsea’s attacking firepower while exposing defensive weaknesses Alonso will need to address quickly. The result gave Alonso three points in his first Premier League match as Chelsea head coach and provided an immediate glimpse of the high-energy, transition-focus

August 25, 2026

Entertainment

Hawk Fire Near Reno Forces Mass Evacuations as 32 Homes Burn — But Firefighters Are Finally Gaining Ground

RENO, Nevada — A fast-moving wildfire that raced toward residential communities near Reno has forced tens of thousands of people from their homes, destroyed at least 32 houses and left firefighters battling a dangerous combination of dry vegetation, heat and shifting winds. The Hawk Fire, which ignited on August 22 near the Hawk Meadow Trail northwest of Reno, rapidly expanded across the Sierra Nevada foothills, threatening neighborhoods in and around the city. At its height, authorities urged

August 25, 2026

Entertainment

Ian Poulter Just Dropped a Bombshell on His LIV Golf Future—And His Next Move Could Change Everything

Ian Poulter has admitted he still does not know whether he will return to LIV Golf in 2027, raising fresh questions about his future as the controversial league prepares for a major transition. Ian Poulter has left the door open to walking away from LIV Golf—or taking time away from professional competition—after admitting he has yet to decide what comes next. The 50-year-old Englishman, a five-time Ryder Cup champion and one of the most recognizable players to join LIV Golf when the breakaway

August 25, 2026

Entertainment

Hwang Min-hyun Teases Explosive ‘Study Group 2’—Then His Wanna One Answer Leaves Fans Wondering

South Korean singer-actor Hwang Min-hyun gave fans plenty to talk about during his long-awaited return to Singapore—dropping fresh hints about the upcoming Study Group Season 2 while remaining intriguingly tight-lipped about what could be next for Wanna One. The 31-year-old star met fans at Lenskart's Frame Your Style showcase at Junction 8 on Aug 22, marking his return to Singapore after seven years. But beyond the fashion and fan interactions, Min-hyun's comments about his acting comeback and

August 24, 2026