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INGAT PO TAYONG LAHAT 🙏 Residents of Virac, Catanduanes experience storm surge on Saturday morning due to #PepitoPH. Uploader MJ Buendia Behrmann said that the fire truck seen in the footage was repeatedly urging residents to evacuate due to the anticipated destructive impact of #PepitoPH. “’Yung fire truck po ang naga-announce to evacuate na ’yung mga tao. Ang alam ko po nakapag-evacuate na,” MJ said. According to PAGASA, #PepitoPH is nearing super typhoon status and is expected to make landfall in Catanduanes either tonight or early tomorrow morning, November 17, 2024. As of the 8 AM weather bulletin by PAGASA, Signal No. 2 is raised across the province of Catanduanes. (Photos courtesy of MJ Buendia Behrmann) If you have new story, picture or video you wish to share, you may join our community page. bit.ly/3efsm3Z #philippinestar #SocialNewsPH #PepitoPH #stormsurge #catanduanes #typhoon

OH, WE’RE CAPTIVATED, MAGAYON ⛰️💓 Uploader Abbey Co captured a breathtaking timelapse of Mayon Volcano with clouds enveloping the peak, creating a "salakot" shape, in Legazpi City, Albay around 5:55 AM on November 18, 2024. “I don’t usually wake up that early but that time is different because we are monitoring the weather. I saw from our window that the color of the sky is [pink and] orange… I went outside the balcony and saw the Mayon Volcano with salakot. I’ve seen Mayon many times but that day it looked more majestic with [the pinkish-orange] color peeking from the sun and the salakot (lenticular clouds) hugging the Mayon looks ethereal,” she told The Philippine STAR. (Video courtesy of Abbey Co) If you have a story, picture, or video you wish to share, you may join our community page. http://bit.ly/3efsm3 #mayon #philippinestar

Rolando Plaza, popularly known as “Rastaman,” is seeking a senatorial seat as he submits his certificate of candidacy at the Manila Hotel's Tent City on Saturday. His first attempt was in 2019 but he was dismissed as a nuisance candidate. (Photos by Ryan Baldemor/The Philippine STAR) #philippinestar #SocialNewsPH #election #rastaman

Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) unveils on Thursday its first Philippine Polymer Banknotes Series, introducing polymer banknotes in denominations of P500, P100, and P50, which are set to enter circulation in the first quarter of 2025. (Screenshots/RTVM) #philippinestar #SocialNewsPH #peso #pera

Pasig City Mayor Vico Sotto tickled the funny bone of netizens with his low-resolution TikTok video while explaining the Christmas packages for the residents on Sunday. “Nagbabahay-bahay po tayo straight to the doorstep ng bawat pamilya ang konting pandagdag sa Noche Buena natin tuwing Kapaskuhan. Gusto natin magbigay ng kasiyahan sa bawat pamilya Pasigueño,” he said in the video. Sotto recorded himself talking to his constituents but netizens were quick to poke fun at the video quality, comparing it to that of Arman Salon. “Mayor, hiraman lang ba kayo ng phone ni ArmanSalon?” a netizen commented. “Mayor, ‘yung audio mo para kang nag-record sa CR,” another said. Some even joked about fundraising to buy him a phone with a good camera. “Mayor, send GCash number #PisoParasaCellphoneNiMayorVico,” someone commented. (TikTok/Vico Sotto) #philippinestar #EntertainmentNewsPH #SocialNewsPH #vicosotto #armansalon

Actress Maris Racal broke her silence on Friday, admitting her mistake of developing a "brewing attraction" to her on-screen partner, Anthony Jennings. In an exclusive interview with ABS-CBN News, Racal revealed, “It all started last June 2024. I was in a very dark place. I was lonely, and I was getting attention from Anthony—the kind of attention I needed.” She further explained, “When I sensed that there was this brewing attraction between Anthony and I, nadala ako sa emotions ko, and I knew that was wrong.” Racal also disclosed that she was honest about the situation, confessing to her then-boyfriend Rico Blanco before their eventual breakup. #philippinestar #EntertainmentNewsPH #marisracal #anthonyjennings

TAAL VOLCANO’S PHREATOMAGMATIC ERUPTION Thick smoke was seen from Taal Volcano after a phreatomagmatic eruption at 5:58 AM on Tuesday, December 3, 2024. According to Phivolcs, the eruption generated a 2800-meter grayish plume. Alert Level 1 is still hoisted over the volcano. (Video courtesy of Municipal Disaster Risk Reduction Management Council Talisay Batangas) #philippinestar #SocialNewsPH #taalvolcano #eruption

American singer-actress Selena Gomez announced her engagement to her boyfriend Benny Blanco on Thursday. “Forever begins now,” she wrote in her post. “Hey wait… that’s my wife,” Blanco commented. The couple confirmed that they’re dating in December 2023. (Instagram/Selena Gomez) #philippinestar #EntertainmentNewsPH #celebritynewsph #selenagomez #bennyblanco

Content creator Rosmarie "Rosmar" Tan-Pamulaklakin, files her certificate of candidacy (COC) for councilor in the first district of Manila on Tuesday. (Photos by Edd Gumban/The Philippine STAR) #philippinestar #SocialNewsPH #rosmar

ASAWA NI ANNE CURTIS OH! 🤣 Content creator Erwan Heussaff tickled the funny bone of netizens after he shared a hilarious conversation with locals, referring to him as “the husband of Anne Curtis.” “Just a friendly reminder,” he wrote in his post on Thursday. “That’s maaaaaah boy! Dahlia’s papa!!” Anne commented. (Instagram/Erwan Heussaff) #philippinestar #celebritynewsph #EntertainmentNewsPH #erwanheussaff #annecurtis

Viral food stall vendor Deo Balbuena, also known as Diwata, submits on Wednesday the certificate of nomination and acceptance (CONA) as the fourth nominee of the Vendor’s party-list, a group advocating for the interests of vendors. (Photos by Ryan Baldemor/The Philippine STAR) #philippinestar #SocialNewsPH #diwataparesoverload

When asked about the worst celebrity he worked with for a shoot, photographer BJ Pascual named R&B singer Denise Julia and her team. Speaking candidly in Killa Kush’s YouTube podcast, BJ said, “Ito na ‘yung bago kong worst... Nanggigil pa rin ako, as in nanginginig pa rin ako ngayon.” He then revealed, “So si Denise Julia.” Podcast host Killa Kush added that Denise, a previous guest, was four hours late during their shoot. BJ shared that he had enlisted top set designer Princess Barretto for the project as a favor, with the team only needing to cover manpower and materials. “This is charity work na,” BJ added. BJ explained that everything had been finalized for the shoot, which included booking a P80,000 studio for four elaborate sets. However, the day before the shoot, Denise’s manager wanted to cancel, claiming there was no confirmation. Frustrated by their refusal to pay cancellation fees, BJ canceled the shoot, covered all costs himself, and called actress Sarah Lahbati to collaborate instead. (YouTube/Killa Kush) #philippinestar #EntertainmentNewsPH #celebritynewsph #bjpascual #killakush #denisejulia

Thank you for all the love and care 💗 #philippinestar #boyfriendday #boyfriend

Actress Maris Racal turns emotional as she breaks her silence following her cheating controversy with actor Anthony Jennings in an interview with ABS-CBN News on Friday. "I don’t know where to go. Whenever I go out, whenever I walk I feel like a woman naked. Hindi ko alam ano gagawin ko. I'm so embarrassed," she tearfully said. The controversy came after Jamela Villanueva, Jennings' ex-girlfriend, shared screenshots exposing popular loveteam Maris and Anthony’s flirty private messages via Instagram stories at midnight last Wednesday.

American singer and songwriter Sabrina Carpenter and actor Barry Keoghan ended their relationship, according to an exclusive report of People on Wednesday. “They are both young and career-focused, so they've decided to take a break,” the insider confirmed. Representatives of Carpenter and Keoghan have yet to release a statement. They were first spotted dating in December 2023. Keoghan even appeared in her “Please Please Please” music video on June 7, 2024. #philippinestar #EntertainmentNewsPH #celebritynewsph #sabrinacarpenter #barrykeoghan

Jamela Villanueva, ex-girlfriend of actor Anthony Jennings, broke her silence after the actor confirmed their split. “Michael, for nearly 7 years I'm so grateful for you being my rock, my best friend, and most especially my partner… Happiness was all I ever wanted for you, in our years of living together. I never imagined I'd have to let you go, but I did—so you could grow and find happiness on your own,” she said in her Instagram Story on Tuesday. In a series of screenshots, Villanueva also revealed Jennings' alleged relationship with actress Maris Racal during their time together. “I allowed this to happen because I thought it was the best way to support them both. Most importantly, I trusted my partner and her—as a woman,” she added. Jennings and Racal worked together in the television series “Can’t Buy Me Love.” (Instagram/Jamela Villanueva) #philippinestar #EntertainmentNewsPH #celebritynewsph #marisracal #anthonyjennings

Today, we let our loved ones know that we feel deeply for them. It is worth saying 💗🤗 #iloveyouday #newsph #philippinestar #Love

Alfy Yan enters show business as he signs with Viva Artists Agency, carrying on the legacy of his late uncle, Rico Yan. In an Instagram post on Friday, Claudine Barretto proudly shared the news, saying that Yan's nephew will "continue the Yan legacy." "To all #RYCB Rico Yan fans. Eto na po ang pinaka inaabangan, pinagdadasal ng mga #RYCB. The Best gift sa atin itong pasko🎄❤️," she wrote. Viva Artists Agency is set to conduct a press conference to officially welcome Alfy on December 10, 2024.

FIGHTING MAROONS INDEED ❤️‍🔥 University of the Philippines Fighting Maroons emerge victorious against De La Salle Green Archers, 66-62, in the UAAP Season 87 men's basketball championship Finals Game 3 at the Araneta Coliseum in Quezon City on Sunday. This is the fourth championship title of the Fighting Maroons. #philippinestar #SportsNewsPH #UAAP

‘WORST BEHAVIOR NA ‘YAN’ Kung sakaling dadalo muli si Rodrigo Duterte sa pagdinig ng Senado ukol sa war on drugs, posible kayang ma-cite in contempt ang dating pangulo dahil sa kanyang asal bilang resource person? Alamin ang sagot ni Senator Risa Hontiveros patungkol dito sa pilot episode ng #TruthOnTheLine sa aming YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/si7XcHBpwgw #newsph #philippinestar #senrisahontiveros #hontiveros #truthontheline #socialnewsph