Team Philippines wearing the “Sinag” Barong designed by Francis Libiran proudly stood out among the Best 2024 Paris Olympic Games opening ceremony outfits. On July 26, Opening Day, American newspaper and broadcasting company USA Today named the Philippine delegation’s official attire one of the best during the first-ever Olympic river Parade of Nations along the […]
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Atom L. Pornel is a social media manager and producer-writer who returned to GoodNewsPilipinas.com after working as a writer in Viva Communications Inc. for more than four years. He is a broadcast journalism graduate of DLSU-D, and a heritage and local culture advocate.
10 Compelling Reasons to Watch GMA-7’s Pulang Araw: The Must-See Historical Drama of 2024
Producing period drama series is GMA-7’s undeniable strength and the TV network once again proved its might in this field with the upcoming and groundbreaking war drama series Pulang Araw. With its list of fine actors, on-point period costumes, set locations, computer-generated imagery of pre-war Manila, excellent cinematography, and compelling story, the series is expected […]
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Iloilo’s Sharon Idone Wins Miss Summit International 2024, Honors Italian and Filipino Heritage
Filipino-Italian model-actress Sharon Idone of Iloilo has won the Miss Summit International 2024 pageant, bringing honor to both of her parents’ heritage. The 23-year-old animal welfare advocate, who represented Italy in honor of her late Italian father, bested 34 other candidates from different countries under the “Miss Category” (18-29 years old). She was eventually hailed […]
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Filipiniana Costume Exhibition Kicks Off at Museo Diocesano de Pasig for Buwan ng Wikang Pambansa
Good news for heritage and art enthusiasts! The Museo de Diocesano de Pasig in Pasig City, Manila, is holding a month-long exhibition of Filipiniana costumes of the Kalilayan Folkloric Group from Catanauan, Quezon. “SAPLOT ng KASAYSAYAN: Isang Sulyap sa Tunay na Bihis ng Pilipinas” is the second thematic exhibit of Museo de Diocesano de Pasig […]
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Team Philippines Triumphs at Teen Star International in Thailand
Team Philippines undeniably shined on the global stage as the country’s representatives won various honors in Thailand’s recently concluded Teen Star International pageant. The three Filipino teens, Meissy Allaine Hernandez, Angelo Mark Sanchez, and Angeline Manait, secured placements and bagged numerous awards during the finals night held last July 14, 2024, in Bangkok. Meissy Allaine […]
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SB19 Wins Favorite Asian Act at Nickelodeon Kid’s Choice Awards
The Philippines’ Kings of P-pop, SB19, have achieved another milestone on the global stage. The Pinoy pop supergroup, composed of Josh, Justin, Ken, Pablo, and Stell, proudly took home the Favorite Asian Act award at the Nickelodeon Kid’s Choice Awards 2024, further cementing their status as international music icons. Nickelodeon announced the good news on […]
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Digitally Restored ‘Jose Rizal’ Movie Screens for Free at Cinemalaya
The iconic 1998 movie Jose Rizal, digitally restored and remastered, will be available for public viewing for free during Cinemalaya this August 2024. GMA Network announced on July 15 that the critically acclaimed film will be a highlight of the Cinemalaya Independent Film Festival, scheduled from August 2 to 11. This special screening offers a […]
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Manila Symphony Junior Orchestra Triumphs Again, Clinches Top Honors in Vienna and Bratislava
The Manila Symphony Junior Orchestra (MSJO) proudly raised the Philippine flag in Europe, achieving major victories in prestigious international music competitions in Slovakia and Austria. By showcasing Filipino talent and winning top honors, MSJO has solidified its reputation as one of the world’s leading youth orchestras. The ensemble of 40 young Filipino musicians first bagged […]
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Filipina-British Beauty Queen Christina Chalk Wins Miss Universe Great Britain Crown
Filipino-British beauty queen Christina Dela Cruz Chalk is continuing her journey toward the Miss Universe crown despite facing setbacks along the way. Before earning the right to represent Great Britain, Dela Cruz represented the Filipino community in the United Kingdom when she competed in the Miss Universe Philippines 2024 pageant last May, but was only […]
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Filipina Alethea Ambrosio Crowned Miss Supranational Asia and Oceania, Extends Philippines’ 12-Year Semifinal Streak
Miss Philippines Alethea Ambrosio may not have won the Miss Supranational 2024 crown, but the Filipino nation still has reasons to celebrate. The country’s bet was crowned a Continental Queen with the title Miss Supranational Asia and Oceania during the grand coronation held on July 6 (July 7, Philippine Standard Time) in Nowy Sącz, Poland. […]
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Brandon Espiritu Makes History: First Filipino in 8 Years to Secure Mister Supranational Top 3 Finish
Mister Philippines Brandon Espiritu has made history after placing in the Top 3 of Mister Supranational 2024, the highest placement of a Filipino representative in the male beauty pageant since 2016. The Guam-born half-Filipino international model and entrepreneur won second runner-up during the finals night held last July 4 (July 5, Philippine Time) in Nowy […]
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UP Concert Chorus Makes History: Wins Gold at Musica Orbis Prague, First Filipino Choir to Triumph
The University of the Philippines (UP) Concert Chorus has successfully raised the Philippines’ flag in the Czech Republic after winning gold prizes at the Musica Orbis Prague Festival, the first Filipino choir to join and triumph in the competition. The Filipino performing arts group from the University of the Philippines Diliman competed among 18 contingents […]
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