The partner of one of GMA Network’s independent contractors, who was accused of taking advantage of Sandro Muhlach, appealed to the public.

In his social media post, Ryan Benitez asked the public for compassion amid the criticism Jojo Nones is receiving from netizens.

Ryan already had a two-decade relationship with Jojo, so he was confident that his partner was not the person people thought he was.

“I know what he’s capable of and what he’s not. He’s far from perfect, but I’m certain that the people who truly know Jojo have experienced the love and light in his heart,” Ryan wrote.

The director also said that the people accused were also humans affected by the early judgment they received.

“In the midst of the chaos, I hope people can be compassionate enough to reserve their judgment about Jojo and Dode and let the wheels of justice run their course,” Ryan said.

“You may have unfavorable opinion of them now, but Jojo and Dode are people too—with family and friends who love them and who are also hurting.” he added.

Jojo was currently spending his nights at the senate building after he was cited for contempt for repeatedly denying the charges against him.

Paolo Contis received tremendous criticism from the Filipino Christian community after GMA Artist Center announced his new movie, ‘Dear Satan.’

The movie, which was also directed by child star Sienna Stevens, raised the eyebrows of netizens because it portrayed Paolo as ‘Satan.’

The film was about Satan, who received a letter from the character Chichi, who Sienna portrayed.

Believing that he could get Chichi’s soul, Satan disguised himself as Santa to influence the main character.

However, Satan was forced to portray himself as a good person, which eventually made him discover that he had a soft spot for children.

Some Christian groups believed that the movie would influence children to believe that Satan has a soft spot, which, according to them, was a big lie.

“Satan doesn’t have a soft spot, do not be misled. Jesus is the Way the Truth and The Life!” netizen Peter said.

“Nakakatawa isang bata nakapagpabago kay Satan sana ganun ganun lang sa totoong buhay no? This movie is very wrong tinturuan ang mga bata na imbes sa Panginoon humiling kay Santa or si Satan? Grabe ang lala nyo na,” netizen Shanley remarked.

As of writing, Paolo has yet to respond to the criticism he received.

Filipino-American gymnast Levi Jung-Ruivivar expressed her joy after she was informed about the invitation sent to her by President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr.

In her post, Levi was thankful that she would be invited to the Palace, saying that it was one of her dreams.

“Heading to Manila to meet the President! What an honor. Thank you to the president and his office for making this dream come true. Can’t wait to see everyone,” she said.

Several days before the invitation, Levi posted a statement to air her disappointment for not being invited to the Heroes’ Welcome held at Malacanang.

Aside from Levi, gymnasts Emma Malabuyo and Aleah Finnegan were also not informed about the event.

“I was really hurt considering this was a once in a lifetime opportunity I missed out on. I wanted to be part of the celebration with my fellow Olympians and to share in the excitement of the success of this Olympics with my country, the Philippines. I truly wish I could have gone considering I have sacrificed endelessly to perform for my country and to make everyone proud,” she wrote.

The Gymnastics Association of the Philippines (GAP) President Cynthia Carrion also reportedly told Levi that the event was exclusively for Olympic medalist athletes.

One of the members of the transgender trio ‘Miss Tres’ passed away on August 18, 2024.

The sad news was confirmed by the remaining member of the group, Mariko Ledesma.

“Rest ka na Angel,” she wrote.

As of writing, the cause of Angel’s passing has yet to be announced.

Angel was the second member of the group who passed away.

In 2018, one of its members, Mia, also made an untimely passing due to lung cancer.

The trio became popular for their surprising performances at Pilipinas Got Talent, Asia’s Got Talent, and Britain’s Got Talent.

They were known for their talent in singing in both male and female voices.

Tuktok to Win party-list Rep. Sam Versoza explained why he was giving expensive canned goods when he was doing a relief program.

Versoza went viral on social media after he presented the relief goods he would distribute to different districts in Manila.

Some netizens saw that the lawmaker’s relief goods consisted of Spam, Delimondo, and Korean Noodles.

 

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According to him, he used to crave expensive canned goods but couldn’t afford them in the past because they were poor.

“Ito kasi yung mga pagkain na paborito ko noong bata pa ako. Gusto kong matikman, masarap yung Delimondo, Cadbury chocolates. Minsan may gourmet tuyo pa, Korean noodles,” he said.

“Ito yung mga paborito ko so bakit hindi ko ipatikim sa mga kababayan ko? Naghihirap na nga, e, minsan nasusunugan, minsan nababaha, sardinas pa ang ipapatikim sa kanila. So, kung makakaya ko naman, ibibigay ko yung minsan lang nila matikman,” he added.

The businessman also said that he was trying to share all the blessings he got after he co-founded Frontrow.

“Mabuti na lang, mabait ang Diyos sa akin, na-bless ako ng magagandang businesses at naitutulong ko kaya nga suwerte lang ako dahil bago pa ako napunta sa pulitika, naging successful na tayo sa negosyo,” he stated.

“At least, kahit papaano, meron na tayong pinagkukuhanan. Hindi na kailangan, sabi ng iba, na manghingi tayo kung saan-saan dahil may sarili tayong pondo,” he added.

Chloe San Jose took some photos at the condominium unit owned by her boyfriend, Carlos Yulo.

In her post, Chloe showed off the new color of her hair while posing in the living room of the P32-M condo, which Megaworld gave to her boyfriend after he won two gold medals.

“goldilocks out, milktea in,” Chloe wrote.

Carlos also couldn’t help but be amazed by the beauty of his girlfriend.

“Grabe napaka ganda mo mahal ko,” Carlos wrote.

Netizens quickly noticed that the photo was taken at Carlos’ condo, as they saw the painting behind Chloe as the same as the art displayed at her boyfriend’s unit.

Some netizens started speculating if Chloe was already living at Carlos’ new home.

“Chloe Anjeleigh San Jose reyna nang condo ni Carlos Edriel Yulo Samantala pamilya ni Carlos,kawawa,” netizen Rowena said.

“Asarin mo pa sila hanggang atakihin ng mga highblood at ng mabawasan mga marites dto sa pinas,” netizen Leachim remarked.

Two-time Olympic gold medalist Carlos Yulo was excited to see his friend and fellow Olympian EJ Obiena.

In an interview with GMA Network, Carlos said he was excited to see EJ, as they hadn’t seen each other for a long time because of their hectic schedules.

“Excited akong makita si Kuya EJ. Patalon-talon po ng bang country hindi ko po gaano nakikita. Nung nakita ko andami kong tanong, kumusta po?” ani Carlos.

 

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Carlos also said he was proud of EJ as the latter did his best during the men’s pole vault event despite his physical problems.

He also respected all athletes who represented the country during the Olympics.

Carlos and EJ became popular after they represented the Philippines at the 2019 Southeast Asian Games and 2020 Tokyo Olympics.

EJ was one of the strong contenders for a medal finish at the Olympics, but his physical problems, which forced him to undergo several medical procedures, added to his struggles to perform fully.

Despite placing fourth at the Olympics, EJ was still the number three among all men pole vaulters worldwide.

Comedian Vice Ganda denied that she was picking sides on the issue between the two-time Olympic gold medalist Carlos Yulo and his mother, Angelica Yulo.

It can be recalled that during the episode of It’s Showtime, Vice gave his opinion on feuding children and parents, saying that it would be impossible for someone to leave their family permanently.

“Mahirap ‘yung hindi ka okay sa family,” said Vice. “Napakahirap na problema niyan, yan ‘yung problema na hirap na hirap kang solusyunan at gawan ng paraan,”

“Parang kung iisipin mo mas mahirap pa ‘yan sa makakuha ng gold sa Olympics,” he added.

After receiving criticism from his fans, Vice tried to clarify several things, saying that he was not validating other people’s opinions about family problems.

He also denied that he was siding with Carlos’ mother.

“Ha?! Saan galing to? Never akong angbigay ng opinion ko tungkol sa issue ng pamilyang yan dahil mas gusto kong icelebrate ang tagumpay ni Carlos Yulo kesa makisawsaw sa eksena ng pamilya nya,” said Vice.

It can be recalled that most of Vice’s fans came from GenZs, who believed in the idea of leaving a toxic family.

A woman was now put behind bars after she attempted to end the life of a 10-year-old student.

According to the reports, the 18-year-old suspect was walking along Adica Street when she crossed paths with the victim.

CCTV footage showed that she suddenly approached the victim and used a bladed thing on him.

“Bigla na lang nanaksak itong suspek sa isang walang kalaban-labang biktima. Ginamit [niya] yung pwersa niya laban doon sa bata using a bladed weapon, more or less six inches in length,” said PCol. Felipe B. Maraggun.

The victim’s mother witnessed the incident and came to rescue her son.

After being caught by the authorities, the suspect, identified as Michaela Espiridion, said that she was only jealous of the victim.

“Iniwan po nila ako simula nung bata pa,” she said.

Meanwhile, the authorities believed that there was something wrong with Espiridion’s mental capacity.

“Masasabi natin parang wala siya sa sarili. And nung in-interview siya ng aming investigator, ay paiba-iba yung sinasabi at hindi klaro. So there’s something about the mindset ng ating suspect,” he said.

The President of the Gymnastics Association of the Philippines (GAP), Cynthia Carrion, revealed that Chloe San Jose was involved in organizing Carlos Yulo’s engagement in the country after he won two gold medals at the 2024 Paris Olympics.

In an interview with DWIZ, Cynthia said that Carlos asked her to become his manager, but she refused due to her lack of expertise in legal contracts.

“Anything with contracts, I’m not a lawyer; anything that has to do with contracts, we are giving it to a professional,” she said. “Anything that is going to be given or interviews passes through me,”

“We have a [group] chat, Carlos, me, Chloe, and the manager, the professional manager,” she added.

It’s not yet known what was Chloe’s role in the said group chat with Cynthia and Carlos’ professional manager.

It can be recalled that Carlos was currently being swarmed by endorsements, interviews, and other engagements, which was believed to be a reason why he couldn’t reach his family.

Carlos reportedly gained more than P100 M in rewards after winning the gold medal, which required him to accept the pledges personally.

Carlos was also expected to be featured in many advertisements, which would make him busy as making commercials take days to film.