Positive (TV Series)
''Positive'' is a Philippine television drama broadcast on TV5. It follows the story of Carlo Santillan, played by Martin Escudero, a call center agent who, after having previously lived a hedonistic lifestyle, later discovers that he has since developed HIV/AIDS, and attempts to track down who might have infected him. The series, directed by Eric Quizon, was the Philippines' first television program that directly dealt with the topic of HIV/AIDS. It premiered on at 9:00 pm on October 17, 2013 as part of TV5's primetime block, Unlike regular Philippine dramas, which air episodes daily, episodes of ''Positive'' (and '' For Love or Money'', which preceded it) aired weekly on Thursdays. ''Positive'' ended on January 9, 2014, after a thirteen-episode run. Synopsis ''Positive'' follows the story of Carlo Santillan ( Martin Escudero), who since grade school without knowing lived a very hedonistic lifestyle. Describing himself as the "life of the party", he freely consumed drugs ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Drama
Drama is the specific Mode (literature), mode of fiction Mimesis, represented in performance: a Play (theatre), play, opera, mime, ballet, etc., performed in a theatre, or on Radio drama, radio or television.Elam (1980, 98). Considered as a genre of poetry in general, the dramatic mode has been contrasted with the Epic poetry, epic and the Lyric poetry, lyrical modes ever since Aristotle's ''Poetics (Aristotle), Poetics'' ()—the earliest work of dramatic theory. The term "drama" comes from a Ancient Greek, Greek word meaning "deed" or "Action (philosophy), act" (Classical Greek: , ''drâma''), which is derived from "I do" (Classical Greek: , ''dráō''). The two masks associated with drama represent the traditional Genre, generic division between Comedy (drama), comedy and tragedy. In English (as was the analogous case in many other European languages), the word ''Play (theatre), play'' or ''game'' (translating the Old English, Anglo-Saxon ''pleġan'' or Latin ''ludus'') wa ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Pneumonia
Pneumonia is an Inflammation, inflammatory condition of the lung primarily affecting the small air sacs known as Pulmonary alveolus, alveoli. Symptoms typically include some combination of Cough#Classification, productive or dry cough, chest pain, fever, and Shortness of breath, difficulty breathing. The severity of the condition is variable. Pneumonia is usually caused by infection with viruses or bacteria, and less commonly by other microorganisms. Identifying the responsible pathogen can be difficult. Diagnosis is often based on symptoms and physical examination. Chest X-rays, blood tests, and Microbiological culture, culture of the sputum may help confirm the diagnosis. The disease may be classified by where it was acquired, such as community- or hospital-acquired or healthcare-associated pneumonia. Risk factors for pneumonia include cystic fibrosis, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), sickle cell disease, asthma, diabetes, heart failure, a history of smoking, ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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TV5 (Philippine TV Network) Drama Series
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2014 Philippine Television Series Endings
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2013 Philippine Television Series Debuts
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The Philippine Star
''The Philippine Star'' (self-styled ''The Philippine STAR'') is an English-language newspaper in the Philippines and the flagship brand of the Philstar Media Group. First published on July 28, 1986, by veteran journalists Betty Go-Belmonte, Max Soliven and Art Borjal, it is one of several Philippine newspapers founded after the 1986 People Power Revolution. Its sister publications include business newspaper '' BusinessWorld''; Cebu-based, English-language broadsheet '' The Freeman''; Filipino-language tabloids '' Pilipino Star Ngayon'' and ''Pang-Masa''; Cebuano-language tabloid ''Banat'', online news portals Philstar.com, PhilstarLife.com, Interaksyon (formerly with News5), LatestChika.com, Wheels.PH, PropertyReport.PH, Multiverse.PH and TV/digital production unit Philstar TV. In March 2014, the newspaper was acquired by MediaQuest Holdings, Inc., a media conglomerate subsidized by the PLDT Beneficial Trust Fund, after the company purchased a majority stake in Philst ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Rufa Mae Quinto
Rufa Mae Ocampo Quinto (born May 28, 1978) is a Filipino actress, comedian, television presenter, producer and model. Known for her camp and signature comedic performances in film and television, she has been cited as a notable figure in Philippine pop culture. Dubbed as the "Comedy Princess", she is a ten-time Best Comedy Actress winner at the Star Awards for Television, the most for any actress. Her other accolades include a Golden Screen Award and "Best Supporting Actress" at the PMPC Star Awards for Movies, in addition to a nomination for a FAMAS Award for Best Actress. In 2006, ''The Philippine Star'' named her one of the greatest comedians of all time. Career 1994–1999: Beginnings and breakthrough Quinto's show business career began in 1994, when she was offered a position by '' That's Entertainment''. Her first film was ''Indecent Professor'', starring Glydel Mercado, Amanda Page, and Michelle Parton. She then played supporting roles, until she got her first major ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Bianca Manalo
Pamela Bianca Ramos Manalo (born November 28, 1986) is a Filipino actress and beauty pageant titleholder. She was the Binibining Pilipinas Universe 2009 winner, and represented the Philippines at Miss Universe 2009, but she was unplaced. In October 2010, she was cast in the ABS-CBN television series '' Juanita Banana'' on a title role until the show ended in February 2011. In February 2012, she became the first Asian woman to become an endorser of L'Oreal Matrix. Family and personal life Manalo has two American and Filipino bloodlines. She is the sister of Miss World 2002 Top 10 Finalist Katherine Anne Manalo and Binibining Pilipinas 2016/Miss Globe 2016 3rd Runner-Up Nichole Marie Manalo, and the niece of Miss International 1968 Top 15 Semi-Finalist Nini Ramos. Prior to joining the Binibining Pilipinas pageant, Manalo worked as a flight attendant for the domestic operations of Philippine Airlines. She graduated from Assumption College San Lorenzo with a degree in (Advert ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Alwyn Uytingco
Cipriano Alwyn Sumulong Uytingco III (born February 11, 1987), better known as Alwyn Uytingco, is a Filipino actor. Early life He was born on February 11, 1987 in Quezon City, Philippines. He was educated at the Marist School (Marikina). Career In 2003, Uytingco appeared as Pip in the film ''Ang Tanging Ina''. In 2013, Uytingco was cast in the TV show '' Cassandra: Warrior Angel''. A year later, he was cast as the titular boxer in '' Beki Boxer''. In 2018, Uytingco appeared in the film ''Asuang'' and won the Best Actor award in the Cinema One Originals Digital Film Festival. Personal life Uytingco married actress Jennica Garcia Jennica Alexis Maitim Garcia (; born December 26, 1989) is a Filipino actress, host and director. She is the daughter of veteran actress, Jean Garcia. She is currently a freelance artist. In April 2024, Melai Cantiveros Melisa Bunayog Can ... on February 12, 2014, and together have two daughters. They separated in 2020. Filmography Televisi ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Bing Loyzaga
Carla Victoria "Bing" Cuerva Loyzaga-Gibbs (born April 9, 1970) is a Filipino actress and singer. She is known for her villainous roles in several shows '' Babaeng Hampaslupa'' as Katharina, '' Sinasamba Kita'' as Isabellita and '' Kay Tagal Kang Hinintay'' as Brigita. In 2020, Loyzaga portrayed the role of Donya Elvira Dominante Cruz in the drama, '' Paano ang Pangako?''. She also played a supporting role in ''Stories from the Heart: Loving Miss Bridgette'' as Dra. Stella Morales Villareal. '' Kapag Nahati Ang Puso'' as Miranda Aseron in 2018. Biography Bing is married to Janno Gibbs who is also a singer and an actor on January 6, 1991. They have two daughters, Alyssa and Gabriela. Her father is Carlos Loyzaga, a popular basketball player in his time. Bing has four siblings, namely, Chito Loyzaga, Joey Loyzaga, Princess Loyzaga, and Theresa Loyzaga. Career Her career started when she was discovered in a toothpaste commercial where she sang the background song entitled "I ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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For Love Or Money (2013 TV Series)
''For Love or Money'' is a Philippine television drama series broadcast by TV5. Directed by Mac Alejandre, it stars Alice Dixson, Derek Ramsay and Ritz Azul. It aired on the network's evening line up from October 17, 2013 to January 16, 2014, replacing ''Sine Ko 5ingko'' and was replaced by ''Obsession''. Overview Roselle and Edward are a young ambitious couple struggling to achieve their dreams, until they cross paths with the wealthy and beautiful Kristine, who offers Roselle 10 million pesos for 10 days with Edward. Cast Main cast *Alice Dixson as Kristine Almonte - Kristine inherited her family's shipping empire. Having grown up wealthy, she feels she could achieve anything she wants with the right price. Yet all these outward signs of success can't hide the fact that Kristine is lonely—until she meets Edward, to whom she makes an irresistible offer of 10 million pesos for 10 days with him for reasons only she knows. *Derek Ramsay as Edward Villanueva - Edward owns a small ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Romance Film
Romance films involve romantic love stories recorded in visual media for broadcast in theatres or on television that focus on passion (emotion), passion, emotion, and the affectionate romantic involvement of the main characters. Typically their journey through dating, courtship or marriage, marriage is featured. These films focus on the search for romantic love as the main plot focus. Occasionally, romance lovers face obstacles such as finances, physical illness, various forms of discrimination, psychological restraints, or family resistance. As in all quite strong, deep, and close romantic relationships, the tensions of day-to-day life, temptations (of infidelity), and differences in compatibility enter into the plots of romantic films. Romantic films often explore the essential themes of love at first sight, young and mature love, unrequited love, obsession, sentimental love, Spirituality, spiritual love, forbidden love, platonic love, sexual and passionate love, sacrificial ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |