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Shuvee Etrata calls Vice Ganda ‘mother’ in heartfelt message exchange

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Vice Ganda and Shuvee Etrata publicly exchanged messages of gratitude as they promoted their Metro Manila Film Festival 2024 entry “Call Me Mother,” with Etrata saying she now considers the comedian as a “mother” figure in the industry. The two personalities, previously linked to reports of a rift, described their current relationship as positive and collaborative while working on the MMFF film. Organizers listed “Call Me Mother” among the official festival entries set to open on December 25, 2024, in cinemas nationwide.

Fil-Ams warned on risks of renouncing PH citizenship amid new bill

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The Philippine Embassy in Washington issued an advisory urging Filipino Americans to carefully review the implications of renouncing Philippine citizenship amid the filing of the “Exclusive Citizenship Act of 2025” in the U.S. Senate. The bill, introduced by Republican Senator Bernie Moreno, seeks to abolish dual citizenship for U.S. citizens and require exclusive allegiance to the United States. The Embassy stressed that the measure remains a proposal, highlighted prior legal recognition of dual citizenship, and warned that renunciation of Philippine citizenship is irreversible. Filipino Americans are encouraged to monitor the bill and consult the Philippine Embassy or consulates for guidance.

Pag-IBIG honored for Best Sustainability Initiatives at GOCC awards

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Pag-IBIG Fund received the Best Sustainability Initiatives Award for 2025 from the Governance Commission for GOCCs (GCG) in Parañaque City on December 1, 2025, for integrating sustainability values into its programs, services, and internal operations. DHSUD Secretary and Pag-IBIG Board chair Jose Ramon Aliling accepted the award, which recognized the agency’s efforts in responsible governance, resource management, and support for national development goals under President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s administration. The recognition forms part of the GCG Awards program that highlights government-owned or -controlled corporations meeting governance, accountability, and sustainability benchmarks in the Philippines.

Philippine Coast Guard moves Chinese vessel away from Zambales seas

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The Philippine Coast Guard on December 6, 2024, drove a China Coast Guard vessel farther from the Zambales coastline while maintaining patrols over Bajo de Masinloc in the West Philippine Sea, monitored the foreign ship’s movements, and reported no collision or physical confrontation during the operation.

Cast of ‘Fallout’ risk it all to land Ramin Djawadi’s music moments

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The cast and creative team behind the TV series “Fallout” detail how they collaborate to secure needle drops and shape the original score by Ramin Djawadi, explaining the process they follow to integrate music into scenes and how they coordinate with directors and music supervisors to enhance storytelling through carefully chosen songs and compositions, reflecting a broader view in the industry that successful filmmakers deeply understand the role of music in narrative.

Lea Salonga, Rachelle Ann Go take center stage for ‘Les Miserables’ concert

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Organizers announced that Lea Salonga and Rachelle Ann Go will headline the “Les Misérables: World Tour Spectacular” concert company set to arrive in the Philippines early next year. The producers confirmed that the concert-format staging will feature songs from the hit musical and will form part of the tour’s Asian leg. The production team will reveal the full cast, venue, and performance dates for the Philippine engagement in upcoming advisories and will release ticket information through official channels and partner ticketing platforms.

Waymo to issue voluntary software recall after self-driving cars illegally pass school buses

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Waymo announced it will file a voluntary software recall with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration after reports that its self-driving cars illegally passed stopped school buses. The recall will address the autonomous driving software that governs vehicle behavior around school buses displaying stop signs and flashing lights. Waymo will submit required documentation to NHTSA, identify all affected vehicles, and deploy an over-the-air software update to correct the issue. The company will monitor performance after the update and cooperate with federal and local authorities during the recall process.

Tokhang survivor seeks Supreme Court action as Duterte goes before ICC

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A tokhang survivor who witnessed a 2016 anti-drug operation that left four people dead is asking the Supreme Court of the Philippines to review the legality of the raid, as former president Rodrigo Duterte faces trial before the International Criminal Court over his administration’s war on drugs. Court records show the petitioner challenges police conduct during the operation and seeks accountability for the deaths. The case proceeds in the domestic legal system while the ICC pursues charges related to alleged extrajudicial killings under Oplan Tokhang.

Sara Duterte insists Duterte, not Marcos, secured Davao Bridge funds

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Vice President Sara Duterte said former president Rodrigo Duterte secured Chinese government funding for the Davao River Bridge in Bucana, Davao City, after President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. cited the nearly completed structure as one of his legacy projects. She explained that planners originally budgeted only the Davao City Coastal Road and left the bridge unfunded, prompting the former president to seek financing from China. She said Chinese funding covered construction costs at no expense to the local or national governments and described the bridge as a crucial link between the southern and northern parts of Davao City.

Meta teams up with news outlets to boost AI content

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Meta announced in Washington that it will integrate content from major news organizations, including CNN and Fox News, into its Meta AI assistant to give Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp users real-time access to breaking news, entertainment and lifestyle stories. The company said Meta AI will answer users’ news-related questions by drawing on feeds and interfaces supplied by participating outlets, attributing information to the original publishers. Meta will roll out the expanded features in phases and will update responses as partner organizations publish new stories, as part of a broader strategy to embed generative AI tools across its platforms.