Entertainment

Derek Ramsay’s ₱100-Million Porsche Could Be Taken Away — But the Real Question Is Who Made the Costly Mistake?

The luxury car controversy surrounding actor Derek Ramsay has escalated after the Bureau of Customs (BOC) announced plans to seize and auction the Porsche 918 Spyder linked to him, following allegations that the vehicle’s importation documents contained discrepancies. The high-performance supercar, one of the rarest Porsche models in the world, became the center of a government investigation after authorities raised concerns over possible misdeclaration of vehicle details and unpaid government

August 24, 2026

Entertainment

Angelica Hart at Andrew Muhlach, Hiwalay Na—Pero Nang Tanungin Kung Ano ang Totoong Nangyari, Ito ang Kanyang Inamin

MANILA, Philippines — Kinumpirma na ni actress Angelica Hart na hiwalay na sila ni actor Andrew (Andres) Muhlach, matapos ang kanilang relasyon na umabot umano sa halos dalawang taon. Mismong si Angelica ang nagsalita tungkol sa kanilang breakup sa kanyang guesting sa “Fast Talk With Boy Abunda,” matapos mapansin ng ilang fans na naging tahimik ang dating couple tungkol sa isa't isa. “Opo, Tito Boy. Hiwalay na po kami,” diretsahang sagot ni Angelica nang tanungin tungkol sa tunay na estado ng

August 24, 2026

Entertainment

New Zealand Is Coming for Under-16 Social Media Access—But What Happens When Kids Try to Get Around the Ban?

New Zealand is taking a major step toward restricting social media access for children under 16, putting the country at the center of a rapidly expanding global debate over how governments should protect young people online. The coalition government is introducing legislation in Parliament on Monday, August 24, that would require social media platforms to take reasonable steps to prevent users under 16 from accessing covered services. Platforms that fail to comply could face penalties of up to

August 24, 2026

Business

11-Year-Old Thai Boy Loses Over ฿1 Million in Pokémon Card Scam — Collector Community Shocked as Alleged Fraud Victims Pile Up

An 11-year-old boy’s dream of owning a rare Pokémon card turned into a devastating financial loss after he allegedly became one of more than two dozen victims in a multi-million-baht trading card scam in Thailand. The young collector reportedly lost more than 1 million baht (around US$30,000) after paying for a highly valuable Pokémon card that was never delivered, according to reports from the Bangkok Post and other regional media outlets. The case has sparked concern among Thailand’s growing

August 24, 2026

Entertainment

Bea Alonzo’s Manager Suddenly Resigns After 6 Years — But the Timing Has Fans Asking One Big Question

MANILA, Philippines — A major shake-up has happened behind the scenes of Bea Alonzo’s career as veteran talent manager Shirley Kuan has officially stepped down from her role after nearly six years of managing the actress. Kuan’s resignation was confirmed in reports published by Philippine entertainment outlets, marking the end of a professional partnership that began when Alonzo made major career transitions and expanded her presence beyond traditional acting projects. Following Kuan’s departu

August 24, 2026

Entertainment

Jennie Just Dropped a Major Hint About Her Next Chapter—Here’s What ‘Fallen Angel’ Could Mean for BLINKs

MANILA/SINGAPORE — BLACKPINK’s Jennie is opening another chapter of her solo career—and this time, she is promising fans something notably personal. The K-pop superstar will release her new digital EP, Fallen Angel, on Friday, August 28, 2026, through her own label Odd Atelier (OA Entertainment) in collaboration with Columbia Records. The project will contain three tracks: “FALLEN ANGEL,” “HEAVEN,” and “Less than a Lover.” The EP is scheduled to arrive at 1 p.m. Korea Standard Time (KST), or 1

August 24, 2026

Entertainment

Everyone Is Watching Nvidia’s AI Chips — But Fujifilm Just Made a Move That Could Control the Future of AI

For decades, Fujifilm was best known worldwide for photographic film and cameras. But as digital technology disrupted the photography industry, the company aggressively diversified into healthcare, advanced materials, electronics, and biotechnology. Its semiconductor materials business has become one of its fastest-growing divisions. According to Fujifilm, semiconductor-related operations recorded strong growth between fiscal years 2021 and 2025, with average annual sales growth of around 20%.

August 23, 2026

Entertainment

Singapore Eases Dialect Film Rules—But One Major Language Restriction Will Stay

SINGAPORE — Singapore is set to loosen long-standing restrictions on Chinese dialects in films and pay television, giving dialect content more room while maintaining Mandarin’s central role in the country’s bilingual policy. Prime Minister Lawrence Wong announced the policy shift during his National Day Rally speech on Aug. 23, 2026, saying Singapore can preserve its Chinese dialect heritage while continuing to promote Mandarin as an important common language. The announcement comes after a he

August 23, 2026

Entertainment

They Were Taiwanese, But Forced to Fight for Japan — Decades Later, Their Untold WWII Stories Are Finally Revealed

A new documentary is forcing Taiwan to confront a complicated chapter of its past — when thousands of Taiwanese lived through Japanese rule, World War II, and the uncertain transition that followed. For decades, many Taiwanese families carried memories of World War II in silence. Now, a new documentary is bringing those personal stories back into public conversation, revealing the difficult choices, identities, and struggles of people who lived through one of the most turbulent periods in Taiwa

August 23, 2026

Entertainment

Zandvoort Just Hosted Its Final Formula 1 Race—But the Real Reason It’s Disappearing Has Nothing to Do With the Fans

ZANDVOORT, Netherlands — Formula 1 has said an emotional goodbye to one of the loudest, most colourful and most distinctive stops on its calendar, as Circuit Zandvoort staged its final scheduled Dutch Grand Prix on Sunday, August 23. Packed grandstands, orange smoke, pounding music and tens of thousands of Max Verstappen supporters transformed the seaside circuit into one last enormous celebration — but behind the party was a reality that says much about the changing economics of Formula 1. Za

August 23, 2026