TOKYO/MANILA – Overseas Filipinos (OFs) in Japan emerged as primary contributors to cash remittances sent to the Philippines last year, according to a report released by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP).

In 2021, Kapuso star Jennylyn Mercado had to pause the filming of her primetime series “Love. Die. Repeat.” due to her pregnancy. It was a challenging decision for the A-list actress, but prioritizing her health and the safety of her baby was paramount at that time.

TOKYO – Filipino tourists flocked to Japan in record numbers in January, marking a 91.4 percent spike in arrivals compared to the same month a year earlier, reaching approximately 56,800, as reported by the Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO).

OSAKA – The 19th Osaka Asian Film Festival (OAFF), scheduled to run from March 1 to 10, will feature two Filipino films making their Japan premiere and competing for top honors.