Author: LionhearTV Team
In the vibrant tapestry of Filipino card games, Pusoy and Pusoy Dos have emerged as shining stars, joining the ranks of the ever-popular Tongits. These tactical and entertaining games have long been a staple for leisure and friendly gambling in the Philippines, bringing people together in homes, cafes, and social gatherings. However, the dawn of the digital age has ushered in a new era for these beloved pastimes, transforming them from physical card games into immersive online experiences that are captivating players across the nation and beyond. The digitalization of Pusoy and Pusoy Dos has expanded their reach and accessibility…
Sunscreen have fixated itself in our skincare routines for time has proven and tested is effectivity in protecting against damage from the sun’s rays for all ages, genders and skin types. Sunscreen protects your skin from the sun’s harmful ultraviolet rays, which come in two forms–UVA and UVB rays. UVA rays are most commonly associated with skin aging as they cause fine lines, wrinkles and age spots. These rays can penetrate through glass so even if you’re just sitting by the windows, your skin is exposed to them. UVB rays cannot pass through glass but is the cause of sunburns. Both UVA…
GMA Network rolls out measures to provide financial aid to its employees amid the implementation of the enhanced community quarantine in Luzon to fight the COVID-19 pandemic. The Network announced on Wednesday, March 18, that all its employees will be getting their full salaries as well as the cash equivalent of their rice benefits. https://www.instagram.com/p/B95Uc0Pg8fD/ These are on top of the year-round medicine allowance and health card benefits accorded to all regular employees and their eligible dependents. Meanwhile, talents and project employees will still be able to receive their salaries on March 25 and 30, respectively. In addition, a cash…
GMA Network, Inc. clarifies the case of its franchise renewal as it has been cited several times recently in light of the current situation of fellow broadcast network, ABS-CBN. Formerly known as Republic Broadcasting System, Inc., GMA Network obtained its original 25-year franchise through Republic Act No. 7252 or “An Act Granting the Republic Broadcasting System, Inc. a Franchise to Construct, Install, Operate and Maintain Radio and Television Broadcasting Stations in the Philippines.” The said act was signed into law on March 20, 1992; became effective on May 12, 1992 – fifteen (15) days after its publication in the Official…
GMA Network’s 70th anniversary celebration begins on a high note as it clinched the top spot in the nationwide television ratings competition anew. Latest data from Nielsen TV Audience Measurement show that for January 2020 (with January 26 to 31 based on overnight data), GMA reigned supreme with an average total day people audience share of 34.7 percent in the National Urban Television Audience Measurement (NUTAM), outscoring ABS-CBN’s 31.7 percent. The Kapuso Network’s NUTAM victory was a result of its impressive performance across all day parts. Providing a head start in the morning block, GMA recorded 28.8 percent people audience…
Mentos, the Philippines number 1 selling candy in leading supermarkets and convenience stores today, has kicked off the Mentos CompliMentos campaign which aims to spread positivity on the insight that sharing compliments is a good way to connect.Think of Mentos as a universal “friend request” and a great conversation starter. With Mentos CompliMentos, the confectionery brand is calling for friends to connect with one another on Facebook and Twitter and even in person and spread positivity by sharing simple, feel-good compliments.The new packaging for Mint and Fruit Chewy Dragees features 16 different compliments, such as “You fill me with excite-mint!;…
Broadcast giant GMA Network upholds its perennial legacy of bringing pioneering and innovative programs as it welcomes the new decade with a solid line-up of world-class offerings. For its 70th anniversary, the country’s most trusted TV network proudly brings together Filipinos worldwide through heartfelt stories of love, hope, and breakthroughs bannered by the biggest names in the industry. The TV adaptation of the popular 1984 Regal Films movie, ‘Anak ni Waray vs. Anak ni Biday’ brings together a remarkable cast composed of Primetime Princess Barbie Forteza, Kate Valdez, Ms. Snooky Serna, and Ms. Dina Bonnevie. Anak ni Waray vs. Anak ni Biday, which also features Migo…
Several GMA personalities and programs were honored at the 11th Star Awards for Music held last Thursday at the SM North Skydome in Quezon City. Asia’s Pop Diva Julie Anne San Jose won the “Female Pop Artist of the Year- People’s Choice Award” for her single ‘Regrets.’ Asia’s Multimedia Star and ‘The Gift’ lead actor Alden Richards took home the “Pop Album of the Year” for ‘Until I See You Again’ under GMA Music. Winning the “Male Recording Artist of the Year” was Asia’s Romantic Balladeer Christian Bautista for his song entitled ‘Aking Mahal.’ The ‘All-Out Sundays’ mainstay also received…
They sailed and braved the rough seas. The millennial fairytale One of the Baes marked the first-ever primetime series of the RitKen love team—a dream come true for all RitKen shippers. Viewers were all aboard in following the story of Jowalyn and Grant in the said romantic-comedy series produced by GMA News and Public Affairs. Since its pilot airing, OOTB charmed its way to Filipino TV households and stirred interest among netizens. In the series, Jowalyn Biglangdapa (Rita Daniela) is resolved to become a ship captain, and tries to avoid romantic entanglements along the way. Grant Altamirano (Ken Chan), on…
Even before the entire country sees the highly-anticipated local adaptation of hit Korean series ‘Descendants of the Sun (DOTS)’, GMA Network, through GMA Regional TV, is giving Kapusong Cebuanos an exceptional treat this weekend by bringing to Cebu no less than the Philippines’ Big Boss and Beauty—Kapuso Primetime King Dingdong Dantes and Ultimate Star Jennylyn Mercado, respectively, together with Rocco Nacino—as part of the celebration of the Sinulog Festival. But before the DOTS cast makes wave in Cebu, Asia’s Pop Diva and ‘All-Out Sundays’ host Julie Anne San Jose revs the Sinulog festivities up in a Kapuso Mall Show at…
Asia’s Multimedia Star and ‘The Gift’ lead actor Alden Richards kicks off GMA Regional TV’s series of events all over the Philippines as he headlines this year’s celebration of Ati-Atihan Festival on January 16 (Thursday). Joining Alden in a series of fun-filled activities are his co-stars from the hit Telebabad series—Martin del Rosario, Mikoy Morales, Ysabel Ortega, and Mikee Quintos. The Gift cast gives Aklanons more reasons to celebrate “The Mother of All Philippine Festivals” as they banner the Kapuso Fiesta at the Pastrana Park at 5 pm. The fun does not end here because at 10 pm, Alden and…
Beginning January 5, Kapuso viewers are in for a treat this New Year as the brightest Kapuso stars gather to bring all-out entertainment for the whole family on GMA Network’s freshest musical-comedy-variety program, All-Out Sundays. Also dubbed as #AOS, All-Out Sundays redefines Sunday afternoon viewing experience of Filipino households with its world-class musical performances, exciting games and live sitcom every week that are sure to spread good vibes and kilig to its viewers. Even more so, Sunday noontime becomes best family screen time with All-Out Sundays as it brings together some of the Network’s versatile and best performing artists on…
A housewife studying to become a teacher is the winner of a new house from Unang Hirit’s “UH20:Bagong Bahay sa 2020.” She is 40-year old Jenny Cañaveral from San Jose del Monte, Bulacan. Jenny is taking up Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education. She is married to Joeben Cañaveral, a construction worker, and they have two children: Jhaveson Mark and Jheawel Mae. “Mula bata ay hindi ako nakaranas na magkaroon ng sariling bahay at lupa. Ngayon, nakikitira kami sa lupang pinababantayan sa aking biyenan. Nakatira kami sa barong-barong. (Growing up, I never experienced living in a house of our own.…
More viewers welcomed the new year and the new decade while tuned in to GMA Network’s “Kapuso Countdown to 2020: The GMA New Year Special” last December 31. Based on Nielsen Phils. TV Audience Measurement’s overnight ratings data, GMA’s New Year countdown won over competition after it recorded a people rating of 7 percent in National Urban Television Audience Measurement (NUTAM). ABS-CBN’s ‘2020 Rising BGC Taguig Is Where It Starts The New Year Countdown’ only managed to get 6.8 percent. Viewers from all over the country commended the Kapuso New Year special, which received various positive feedback online. Facebook user…
Kapuso OST Princess Hannah Precillas took her passion for music to greater heights after winning 2nd runner-up at the Dangdut Academy (D’Academy) Asia 5 in Indonesia last December 29. The GMA Artist Center star raised the country’s flag in the international scene after capturing the hearts of the judges and the Indonesian audience with her singing prowess. She consistently wowed the crowd with her rendition of various Indonesian songs she performed throughout the competition. Among the 35 contestants from all over Asia, she consistently received top scores, becoming the lone Filipino and female contestant to compete in the grand finals.…
Beefed up by its ratings dominance across day parts, media giant GMA Network successfully remained to be the viewers’ station of choice in Urban Luzon and Mega Manila throughout the year 2019. January to December Nielsen TV Audience Measurement data (with December 22 to 31 based on overnights) showed that GMA recorded 35.5 percent total day people audience share, outscoring ABS-CBN’s 30.4 percent in Urban Luzon. The said viewer-rich area accounts for 72 percent of all urban viewers in the country. Building the momentum in the morning slot with 28.1 percent, GMA won against rival network’s 25.8 percent. This continued…