Have you ever been mistaken for another person to the point of receiving money meant for them?
British Actor Tom Hollander often gets mistaken for Spider-Man star Tom Holland—to the point of receiving the money that should have been for Tom Holland when they shared an agent for a time.
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Hollander revealed to the host Seth Meyers that his agency sent him an email with an attached payslip with a seven-figure sum labeled as the first tranche of a box office bonus for The Avengers
“I don’t think I’m in The Avengers,” Hollander whispered to himself when he received the amount.
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This was not the first time that Hollander was mistaken for Holland.
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“I’m (sometimes) introduced to somebody’s very, very excited, then confused, then disappointed children,” Hollander recalled.
“It’s been very difficult. Because, you know, I was here first,” he joked.
Hollander was a guest on NBC’s Late Night with Seth Meyers for his forthcoming series Feud: Capote vs. The Swans. He plays American writer Truman Capote.
Faith does not stay in one place. Wherever you are in the world, you bring your faith with you.
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Sinulog is not only celebrated in Cebu. In many parts of the world, many Catholics still ensure that they celebrate their faith.
On January 21, a cathedral in Los Angeles, California, celebrated the Feast of Sto. Niño or Sinulog. People chanted “Viva Pit Senyor” as they waved their statues of the divine infant. According to the organizers, people brought their Sto. Niño statues for a blessing.
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There were even Philippine Music and Sinulog dances performed during the celebration.
According to St. Francis, Sto. Niño is perceived to be the protector of the Philippines. The divine infant is known for its miracles. Every January, a whole month-long celebration is observed in Cebu to give thanks and express faith in Sto. Niño.
Once again, the Mactan-Cebu International Airport proves it is one of the top-tier airports in the world!
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The Mactan-Cebu International Airport has been at par with other top-rated airports in the world. With it being the PH’s Friendliest Gateway, the MCIA has “redefined airport excellence with state-of-the-art facilities, seamless services, unparalleled hospitality, cultural charm, and a commitment to making your journey memorable.”
The MCIA announced on its official Facebook page that it has been nominated for the World’s Best Aiport by Skytrax Awards 2024. MCIA is asking for your help to secure the title.
Moreover, the MCIA is not new to the word “best,” as it also won the “Best Airport in the World” award during the World Architecture Festival in 2019. Moreover, it also won the “Best Airport in Asia” award under the five million passenger category.
Discourse sparked online over a recent social media post by a Catholic netizen. The photo in the limelight is one of St. Joseph The Worker Cathedral (Tagbilaran Cathedral in Bohol) adorned with grandeur.
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The cathedral was decorated with pink roses and flowers, later revealed to be edited, which the uploader criticized as being disrespectful in a place intended for worship and devotion. This sparked discussions regarding what is considered an appropriate design for a wedding held in a religious institution. Contrasting opinions by netizens emerged regarding this issue, with some commenting that the setup made the church look theatrical or ballroom-like.
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The uploader expressed their dismay over the church’s appearance, saying it no longer resembled a place of worship but one of extravagance and mere fun. They called for a modest wedding, especially in a place that values tradition. The uploader also added that Jesus lived among the poor and has always preached humility.
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The reactions are divided, with some agreeing to the uploader that it is indeed disrespectful. Another commenter added that it is insensitive to the poor who cannot afford to achieve such opulence. The internet is still yet to arrive at a consensus regarding where to draw the line between tradition and modernity and, generally, the placement of aesthetics in sacred spaces such as churches.
Since entering the Philippines as a renowned Western coffee chain in 1997, Starbucks has been a staple for a lot of Filipinos. Recently, it has been the talk of the town because of its in-store updates regarding discounts for senior citizens and people with disabilities. Now, the industry giant has announced an exclusive 40% discount for community members, valid for one day.
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Who Can Claim the Starbucks Discount?
According to the official Starbucks website, the following people are eligible for this one-day discount:
Senior Citizens
Persons with Disabilities (PWDs)
National Athletes
Eligible Solo Parents*
Medal of Valor recipients
How to Avail the Starbucks Discount
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To avail this limited offer, eligible individuals are to present a valid physical identification card to confirm their identity. Remember that the discount is only valid for the personal consumption of said customer who belongs to the communities mentioned previously.
Points to Remember for Hassle-Free Discount Claiming
For a smooth discount claiming process, make sure to take note of the following important details:
Prepare a valid ID to prove your identity.
The limited offer cannot be combined with other existing discounts.
The discount is non-transferable and is for exclusive consumption for the individual only.
Commercial use of the discount is not allowed.
These discounts are offered with respect to the Republic Act No. 9994 (Expanded Senior Citizens Act of 2010) and Republic Act 10754.
Don’t miss this opportunity and grab your drinks now.
The search for the best movies and stars starts today as the nominees for the Oscars’ Main Categories are finally revealed.
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Unsurprisingly, the most watched and talked about during its release, “Oppenheimer,” which examined the atomic age, led the race with 13 nominations. This was followed by “Poor Things,” which had a feminist viewpoint on Frankenstein in the Victorian Era that garnered 11 nominations, and Martin Scorsese’s “Killers of the Flower Moon” came third with 10 nominations. The viral phenomenon “Barbie” on the other hand, scored the fourth highest with 8 nominations. And “Maestro” is fifth with 7 nominations.
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Below is the list of nominations based on the finest films and stars for the past 12 months:
BEST PICTURE
“American Fiction”
“Anatomy of a Fall”
“Barbie”
“The Holdovers”
“Killers of the Flower Moon”
“Maestro”
“Oppenheimer”
“Past Lives”
“Poor Things”
“The Zone of Interest”
BEST DIRECTOR
Jonathan Glazer, “The Zone of Interest”
Yorgos Lanthimos, “Poor Things”
Christopher Nolan, “Oppenheimer”
Martin Scorsese, “Killers of the Flower Moon”
Justine Triet, “Anatomy of a Fall”
BEST ACTOR
Bradley Cooper, “Maestro”
Colman Domingo, “Rustin”
Paul Giamatti, “The Holdovers”
Cillian Murphy, “Oppenheimer”
Jeffrey Wright, “American Fiction”
BEST ACTRESS
Annette Bening, “Nyad”
Lily Gladstone, “Killers of the Flower Moon”
Sandra Huller, “Anatomy of a Fall”
Carey Mulligan, “Maestro”
Emma Stone, “Poor Things”
BEST SUPPORTING ACTOR
Sterling K. Brown, “American Fiction”
Robert De Niro, “Killers of the Flower Moon”
Robert Downey Jr, “Oppenheimer”
Ryan Gosling, “Barbie”
Mark Ruffalo, “Poor Things”
BEST SUPPORTING ACTRESS
Emily Blunt, “Oppenheimer”
Danielle Brooks, “The Color Purple”
America Ferrera, “Barbie”
Jodie Foster, “Nyad”
Da’Vine Joy Randolph, “The Holdovers”
BEST INTERNATIONAL FEATURE
“Io Capitano” (Italy)
“Perfect Days” (Japan)
“Society of the Snow” (Spain)
“The Teachers’ Lounge” (Germany)
“The Zone of Interest” (United Kingdom)
BEST ANIMATED FEATURE
“The Boy and the Heron”
“Elemental”
“Nimona”
“Robot Dreams”
“Spider-Man: Across the Spider Verse”
BEST DOCUMENTARY FEATURE
“Bobi Wine: The People’s President”
“The Eternal Memory”
“Four Daughters”
“To Kill a Tiger”
“20 Days in Mariupol”
From the list of nominees for each of the categories, which film do you think will win?
Security is one of the most important aspects the government needs to ensure safety transcending the digital space.
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But what if the government’s security was the one attacked?
Another Government Facebook Page was the target of cyber hacking, and it’s the official Facebook page of the Department of Social Welfare and Development in Central Visayas (DSWD 7). The official Facebook page used to promote health-related and outreach programs is now showing random videos from “Kashmir Telegraph Network,” “MB Kitchenette,” and “Anime Soul,” among others.
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In a text message to Sunstar Cebu on Tuesday, Leah Quintana said it was the first time the account with 524,000 followers was breached. She also mentioned that they are currently taking action against the issue but did not provide details as a security precaution.
Last year, numerous National Government Facebook Pages were attacked by Hackers. The Cebu City Department of Social Welfare Services (DSWS) Facebook account posted photos of lactating women. The Philippine Statistics Authority 7’s official Facebook page also encountered the same fate last July 2023, putting their digital operations on hold. One of the most concerning was the breach of the cybersecurity of the House of Representatives, which led to the manipulation of their schedule of committee meetings and the defacement of the page’s photo journals and press releases.
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Concerning numerous cyberhacking issues of Government Facebook pages, Joshua Corona, focal person for the Management Information System Services of the Department of Information and Communications Technology Region 7, advised the activation of multi-factor authentication.
“Those who manage Facebook pages should ensure that they enable multi-factor authentication for the administrators, including those who have roles in the page such as editors and authors.”
He also pointed out that the hackers target Facebook users who are page administrators of these pages. He advised that administrators not only observe discretion in their roles but also fully comply with security checks and regularly update “strong passwords” on their accounts.
“The weakest link in cybersecurity is usually the users. Most of the time, the one managing the page gets hacked.”
The numerous cyber hacking cases should be a wake-up call to strengthen cybersecurity—not only for government sites but also for the citizens’ personal digital media platforms.
It’s not only the Kansas City Chiefs or the Baltimore Ravens who will kick the field on fire because celebrity performances also await you!
The most-awaited Super Bowl is mainly known as the annual league championship of the National Football League (NFL) of the United States. It was recently announced that the Super Bowl 2024 will kick off this February 11th, 2024 at the Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, Nevada.
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But wait, music lovers, hear me out. Did you know that Post Malone and other celebrities will be performing? Yes, it’s confirmed! As part of the pregame entertainment lineup, Post Malone, Reba McEntire, and Andra Day will be performing with the guidance of Adam Blackstone, who will produce “The Star-Spangled Banner” and “Lift Every Voice and Sing.”
Reba McEntire
The Queen of Country, Rebe Nell McEntire, known for her song “I’m a Survivor,” will sing the National Anthem, “The Star-Spangled Banner” for this year’s Super Bowl. In a post on X (formerly known as Twitter), the celebrity shared her gratitude for becoming one of the performers. “I’m honored to be part of something as big and historic as the Super Bowl coming to Las Vegas for the first time! #SBLVIII @NFL @RocNation @NFLonCBS”
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Post Malone
The top-charting rapper, singer, and songwriter Post Malone will sing “America the Beautiful.” He is mostly known for his songs “Congratulations,” “Sunflower (feat. Swae Lee),” “Psycho” (feat. Ty. Dolla $ign), and “Better Now.”
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Andra Day
The singer and songwriter Andra Day surprised her fans and the Superbowl fans with her Instagram post four days ago announcing her pregame performance “Lift Every Voice and Sing.” “Peace & Blessings!!! Performing the Anthem at the SuperBowl yall! Grateful! Thank You God 🤗🙏🏾 💚 See you on February 11th 🔥 @rocnation 📺: #SBLVIII on @nfloncb”
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Now that the Performance lineup for the Super Bowl’s Pregame is out, whose performance are you looking forward to watching? Which team are you rooting for this 2024? More Super Ball update awaits you here at Sugbo.ph!
The new Plaza sa Katawhan, or People’s Park, is now open in Cebu.
Last January 18, 2024, Mayor Mike Rama and his wife Malou led the grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony. Moreover, the Department of Transportation Secretary Jaime Bautista also graced the event.
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“I hope projects like this park will cascade the effort of the government to ordinary citizens and residents, in the same way, we are constructing airports, seaports, expressways, and railways to improve mobility and connectivity,” said Bautista.
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Just like parks in Singapore and Melbourne, Cebu’s People’s Park will be a haven for families, friend groups, or even solo travelers to have fun and enjoy.
“I’m sure you will go to Singapore and Melbourne, you will see a lot of open park spaces for the people to enjoy, to bring their families, to bring their pets, to enjoy with their friends, to enjoy bonding moments… Mao ni siya’y prime example of that,” Vice Mayor Garcia expressed.
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The People’s Park, or Plaza sa Katawhan, is located across the Cebu-Cordova Link Expressway (CCLEX)
Indigent senior citizens who are part of the Social Pension program by the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) are to receive an increase in their benefits. The monthly assistance has been funded through the institution’s budget for 2024, with the pension approved to soar from ₱500 to ₱1,000. According to Assistant Secretary Romel Lopez, the distribution of the updated amount will begin in February 2024.
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The Republic Act 11916, becoming law in July 2022, is what resulted in this outcome, with the initiative aiming to help citizens counter the effects of inflation. Basic commodities such as rice and other goods are heavily affected by economic repercussions; hence, The Social Pension program ensures the protection of its stakeholders, including sickly or disabled indigent senior citizens who may not have stable sources of income. On a semestral basis, target beneficiaries will receive ₱6,000 per payout to help support their subsistence and medical needs.
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Approximately 4,085,066 indigent senior citizens will benefit from this program, and they can surely anticipate the improvement in the financial support they receive.
