JUNE 19 (Reuters) — U.S. singer and actress Hilary Duff has jumped back into music after an eight year break with the release of her fifth studio album “Breathe In. Breath Out.” With over 15 years logged in the entertainment industry and records sales that top 15 million worldwide Duff admits it took her awhile to regain her footing. “It took me a minute to come into my own, you know and be confident to […]
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E.L. James spins off another shade of ‘Grey’
JUNE 19 (Reuters) — E.L. James, the British author of the hugely successful “Fifty Shades of Grey” erotic novels, is celebrating the fictional birthday of her famous male character on Thursday with the release of her new book, “Grey,” which looks set to be an instant bestseller. Publisher Vintage Books said demand for the novel, told from the viewpoint of business tycoon Christian Grey, has been consistent with the other books in the trilogy, which […]
“Jurassic World” set to stomp Pixar’s “Inside Out” at box office
JUNE 19 (Reuters) — It’s going to be a relaxing weekend for families as two coming-of-age stories hit the big screen beginning Friday (June 18). Pixar’s original animation movie “Inside Out” is set inside an 11-year-old girls’ mind and features personified emotions voiced by the likes of Amy Poehler and Mindy Kaling. Directed by Pete Docter, who also whelmed the Oscar-winning film “Up,” “Inside Out” is predicted to earn $70 million this weekend. The reviews […]
Strong in the face of adversity – My review of “Shingeki no Kyojin”
QUEZON City, Philippines – (Eagle News Service, June 19) – Humanity is in a tight bind. Driven to near extinction by the mysterious Titans, the remnant of humankind live inside massive walls. They are content to live placidly inside said walls, until that fateful day when the wall was shattered along with their peaceful existence. And with that premise, the manga “Shingeki no Kyojin” and its spin-off anime series became one of the most popular […]
2nd Andrea O. Veneracion International Choral Fest Set in July
THE Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) with the support of the National Commission for Culture and the Arts presents the 2nd Andrea O. Veneracion International Choral Festival on July 22-25, 2015. The Festival, which follows the huge success of the first Andrea O. Veneracion International Choral Festival held in August 2013 will witness 16 foreign and local choirs compete in three categories: Folk Song, Vocal Ensemble and Chamber Choir. The competing Filipino choirs are […]
What is Valyrian for “great” – My review of the Game of Thrones
QUEZON City, Philippines (Eagle News Service, June 18) – With a cliffhanger ending, Season 5 of the hit TV series “Game of Thrones” leaves the fans begging for more, but alas they must wait for another year before the next season. When the series started five years before, I felt apprehension. I have read “A Song of Ice and Fire”, the series of novels written by George R. R. Martin. Like many avid readers, there […]
Prince William and Harry face off against each other at polo match
JUNE 16 (Reuters) — The Duke of Cambridge and his brother Prince Harry showed off their sibling rivalry as they took part in a charity polo match against each other at the Beaufort Polo Club in British county Gloucestershire on Sunday (June 14th). In the Gloucestershire Festival of Polo, the game resulted in five to four goal victory of Prince Harry’s ‘Royal Salute’ team over the ‘Piaget’ team featuring Price William. Prince Harry, who beat […]
‘Jurassic World’ Rumbles to Record Setting $204.6 Million Opening
JUNE 15 (Reuters) — Dinosaurs dominated across the United States this weekend as “Jurassic World” debuted to a whopping $204.6 million at the domestic box office, the second biggest opening in history. Universal Pictures’ “Jurassic World” shattering several records, by scoring the third biggest opening day ever, with $82.8 million, and breaking all June high-water marks for opening weekend, biggest opening day and all-time biggest PG-13 launch. 20th Century Fox’s “Spy” starring Melissa McCarthy’s came […]
Christopher Lee passes away at 93
LONDON, United Kingdom (Eagle News) – British actor Christopher Lee passed away at the age of 93 while undergoing a treatment for respiratory problems in a hospital. Lee is known for his roles as antagonists in many horror films as well as his roles in the “Star Wars” prequels and the “Lord of the Rings” trilogy. (Eagle News Service Jay Paul Carlos, Dexter Magno, Vince Alvin Villarin) https://youtu.be/dVg3p-HvJr8
Sandra Bullock walks the yellow carpet in “Minions” premiere
LONDON, United Kingdom (Eagle News) – Sandra Bullock and other stars walked the yellow carpet in the world premiere of the “Minions” in Leicester Square, London in the United Kingdom. The “Minions” will open in Philippine theaters on July 8. (Eagle News Service Jay Paul Carlos, Dexter Magno, Vince Alvin Villarin)
Disney Pixar’s looking for box office magic with “Inside Out”
JUNE 9 (Reuters) — Amy Poehler joined her cast-mates on the red carpet Monday night (June 08) for the Hollywood premiere of the Disney Pixar’s “Inside Out.” Poehler, who’s garnered her well earned star status as a comedian and host playing in front of a live audience, told Reuters that working on an animated film was different. “You’re making the room laugh and making yourself feel good, but you are constantly tweaking it all the […]
Caitlyn Jenner Vanity Fair cover draws huge social media reaction
JUNE 1 (Reuters) — Instagram, Twitter and Facebook were abuzz on Monday (June 1) following the revelation by Bruce Jenner – who is transitioning to life as a woman – of her new name, Caitlyn Jenner, as she posed in a white strapless leotard on the cover of Vanity Fair magazine. Jenner’s extended family took to Twitter to herald Caitlyn, whose own maiden tweet read “Welcome to the world Caitlyn. Can’t wait for you to […]