ABS-CBN News now has 8-M subscribers on YouTube

MANILA - ABS-CBN News' YouTube channel welcomed its eight-millionth subscriber in January as it became the top Philippine news publisher with most video views in the country.

Its videos garnered over 5.56 billion views since inauguration, the most views by any news publisher, which ranks it third among all channels based in the Philippines, according to analytics firm Social Blade.

In the previous month, ABS-CBN News stayed on top of stories such as the eruption of the Taal Volcano, the outbreak of a new strain of coronavirus, and the death of basketball great Kobe Bryant.

Last year, the news arm of the country's biggest broadcasting company launched its mobile application, where users receive prompts for live videos and news alerts. It also boosted its online presence with NXT, which presents informative videos on current events and relevant issues produced for the digital generation of Filipinos.

ABS-CBN News continues to inform over 18 million followers on Facebook and 6.6 million on Twitter. It is also connected to 1.8 million followers on Instagram.

source: news.abs-cbn.com

ABS-CBN News reporter Atom Araullo resigns from reportorial duties

Netizens have different reactions to the said news.

Some rumors said that Atom opted to resign mainly because of his strong opinions about the controversy surrounding the burial of former President Ferdinand Marcos in which some people accused him of being a biased reporter, thereby affecting the integrity of the News Department.

Unfortunately, it is true. Atom has decided to drop all his duties as a reporter for TV Patrol, Bandila, and ANC to explore opportunities and pursue his other interests.

According to Ging Reyes, head of ABS-CBN News and Current Affairs:

“Atom Araullo had filed his resignation from his reportorial duties but will remain an on camera talent of ABS-CBN News and Current Affairs as an anchor in Umagang Kay Ganda and Red Alert. He said he arrived at this decision to be able to pursue other endeavors that would also help him grow as a journalist and as a host. He is aware that the news organization has included him in its future plans and will continue to assign him stories, coverage and events, befitting his position as a journalist.”

Araullo became a segment producer for ABS-CBN then eventually became a field reporter a couple of years after.



(Sandra Agno)

source: mb.com.ph

Charice hopes family will watch her concert

MANILA – Singer Charice is still hoping that her family will watch her concert at the Araneta Coliseum later this month.

In an interview with ABS-CBN News, Charice said it would be nice if to see her mom in the audience when she shares the stage with Aiza Seguerra.

“Of course, I wish they could come. It would be very nice if they watch. Kumbaga magiging huge step na iyon eh,” she said.

In her live interview on “The Buzz” last Sunday, Charice said she still misses her mother and younger brother, with whom she hasn't spoken to since coming out as a lesbian months ago.

"Especially malapit na ang Christmas, nandoon 'yung wish ko na magkaintindihan [kaming lahat]," she said.

"Kahit lahat ng tao sa mundo sabihin sa akin na proud sila sa akin, iba ang feeling kapag sa kanila galing," a teary-eyed Charice added.

‘Chapter 10’

Charice revealed that she just thinks about how much support she is getting from her fans to drown her sadness.

Just recently, she held a successful mall tour where she launched her new album “Chapter 10.”

“Hindi ko inexpect na ganun kabilis [mabibili 'yung album]. Actually I was nervous kung ano ang mangyayari kasi from the day I came out, bago na lahat eh. I want to thank all the people who bought the album or downloaded the album,” she said.

Charice said the new album is more meaningful to her because the songs show who she really is.

“Nasu-suprise ako na nao-overwhelm and thankful and blessed. I just never expected this. Lutang pa ako. But it doesn’t matter because the most important thing is I want them to have it, to listen to it,” she said.

Among the songs included in Charice’s album is a duet with girlfriend, Alyssa Quijano.

source: www.abs-cbnnews.com

Bangs Garcia gets first title role in indie film

MANILA – While she has been absent from TV screens for quite a while, actress Bangs Garcia has her hands full doing independent films.

In an interview with ABS-CBN News on Monday, Garcia said she just finished shooting her fifth independent film, "Lauriana."

“This is my fifth indie but first title role. Different siya because it’s my most daring character that I have ever portrayed and by far most mature also. Marami akong ginawa dito na hindi ko pa nagawa sa ibang films kasi ito very extreme, and based on a true story pa,” she said.

Asked what she meant by “most daring,” the actress said: “I can’t get into details. Sa love scenes, binigay ko lang ng hinigi ni direk. I went as far as I can. Nag-step up na ako acting-wise.”

Garcia said the movie’s plot revolves around an ambitious domestic woman who falls in love with a soldier thinking he could help her improve her life only to become a victim of domestic violence.

“This film could be an advocacy for women’s rights. 'Yung bata na kasama namin, he portrays a very important character also kasi maraming aral na mapupulot sa film naming,” she said.

Aside from “Lauriana,” which will be shown in SM Theaters nationwide starting September 11, Garcia said she also has another upcoming independent film with Gerald Anderson and Jake Cuenca.

Asked why she’s more into independent movies lately, Garcia said: “I don’t know, marami lang talagang nag-offer lately and I think it’s a good way to improve my acting kasi mas maganda na nahahasa ako sa craft ko.”

She added: “For love also, kasi when you say indie, hindi din ganoon kalaki ang budget. Pero in terms of acting, mas nahahasa ka.”

source: www.abs-cbnnews.com