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Paul Anka does it Oscar Violago’s way

Oscar Violago had no idea what was in store for him when he celebrated his 80th birthday recently in their spacious Forbes Park home.

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Philippine-based Indian production company marks 10th anniversary

Philippine-based Indian production Desi Matters celebrated their 10th year anniversary in the business with "Baisakhi Fest 2024" held in Hilton Manila in Newport City recently. 

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Safe shopping: Protection plans for online purchases launched
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‘The Heart Effect’: Company attests to Heart Evangelista’s power to actually influence buyers
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'This journey's been ours': Michelle Dee marks Miss Universe Philippines coronation anniversary
Beauty queen-actress Michelle Dee marked the anniversary of her coronation as Miss Universe Philippines, just over a week before she names her successor.
 





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Thailand DITP joins hands with two private sector giants, gears up for THAIFEX – Anuga Asia 2024
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'I love you': KC Concepcion greets Sharon Cuneta on Mother's Day despite being estranged
"Megastar" Sharon Cuneta revealed that she and daughter KC Concepcion were still "estranged."
 





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Daikin's centennial celebration: A milestone fun run with a purpose
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Male hippo in Japan zoo turns out to be female
Betrayed by its DNA and unmanly toilet habits, a hippopotamus in Japan thought for seven years to be a he is in fact a she, the zoo where the wallowing giant lives said.
 





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Embark on a last-minute getaway adventure at Belmont Hotel Boracay
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Enjoy up to 50% off and Buy 1 Get 1 deals for Watsons Club members May 15 to 19!
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Get ready for the biggest price slash off TCL aircon this summer
TCL is giving significant discounts on two of its popular AC units, namely the CoolPro UV Connect+ and CoolPro Quiet+. 
 





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Philippines’ only AI eye robot can detect diseases beyond eyes
To showcase its commitment to innovative and revolutionary eye care, Vision Express said in a statement that it proudly stands as the sole provider in the Philippines offering a pre-diagnosis screening through the groundbreaking Vision Bot. 
 





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