The family of singer Vanessa Blanca has shared new details about her sudden death, asking the public to respect their privacy and refrain from speculation as they mourn the 30-year-old performer. Vanessa is remembered as the singer of the original version of the 2010s hit “DOTA O Ako,” which...
For Julie Anne San Jose, the sudden passing of fellow singer Vanessa Blanca was a deeply personal loss, given their shared history. The two were members of Sugarpop during their formative years, alongside Rita Daniela, Enzo Almario, and Cholo Bismonte. Following the news of Vanessa’s passing,...
Vanessa Blanca, the singer behind the original version of the popular track “DOTA O Ako,” has died at 30. Her cousin Ivy shared the heartbreaking news on Facebook on Wednesday, August 19, revealing that Vanessa died following an accident at the condominium where she was staying in Manila....
CEBU CITY – Bohol Rep. Vanessa Aumentado is standing by her decision to vote against the impeachment of Vice President Sara Duterte. Aumentado ventilated this sentiment following the reorganization at the House of the Respresentatives where she lost the chairmanship of the Committee on...
There is a striking theatricality to the way memory settles on canvas in Vanessa Schiavone’s latest solo exhibit, “What Time Cannot Keep,” currently running at Improv Art Gallery until July 25. For an artist who considers herself a “human archaeologist,” her oil-on-linen paintings operate...
A strange and hilarious trend has been circulating across Philippine social media, with the names Sharmaine, Vanessa, and Melanie popping up in memes, captions, and short-form videos. At first glance, it might look like a real-life group of people involved in some viral drama or inside joke. But...
Colombia 's Vanessa Pulgarin etched her name into pageant history after being crowned the first-ever Miss Grand International (MGI) All Stars winner during the competition 's grand coronation night held Saturday in Bangkok, Thailand. Pulgarin emerged victorious over a field of 56...
CEBU CITY – This couple in Sierra Bullones, Bohol could have not asked for a better wedding gift. Couple Joseph and Cerilin Noculan from Barangay San Isidro became the latest beneficiary of the free housing program of Gov. Aris Aumentado and his wife Rep. Vanessa Aumentado. The governor led the...
Every Women’s Month, Kultura honors Filipinas whose stories reflect purpose, cultural pride, leadership, and community through #CelebrateEveryFilipina. In 2026, the campaign highlighted the power of collective impact and unity, showcasing Filipinas who champion safe spaces, build networks, and...
Gilas Pilipinas star Vanessa De Jesus takes her shot at the biggest stage in women’s basketball after declaring for the upcoming WNBA Draft in New York City this Tuesday, April 14 (Philippine time). De Jesus, a Filipino-American guard for the Notre Dame Fighting Irish, revealed her next move on a...
CEBU CITY – For years, water has been scarce in the island-barangay of Malingin in Bien Unido, Bohol. That perennial problem was finally solved when provincial officials, led by Gov. Aris Aumentado and second district Rep. Vanessa Aumentado, turned over a P7.4-million water desalination facility...
When Vanessa “Vanee” Gosiengfiao steps into a room, there’s an unmistakable sense of calm and clarity that follows. It’s the kind of presence that comes from someone who’s spent over two decades not just leading brands, but transforming them and the people behind them with both strategy...
