PHOTOS: Solenn Heussaff marries Nico Bolzico in Argentina

MANILA, Philippines -Actress Solenn Heussaff got married to partner for over four years, Nico Bolzico in groom's hometown in Argentina, the couple's good friends confirmed the news on social media today, December 30.

CONGRATULATIONS! Solenn Heussaff and Nico Bolzico get married in Argentina.
Photo Credit: Instagram/ Solenn Heussaff

Solenn Heussaff in simple but sexy dress during wedding day in Argentina.
Photo Credit: Instagram/ Solenn Heussaff

Model Isabelle Daza shared a “snap” with the caption "Mr and Mrs. Bolzico" on photo and video sharing app Snapchat.

I KNEW IT OMG😭😭💞💓💖 SML💘 Congratulations, Mr and Mrs Bolzico!💞 Best wishes!✨ love you both so much!💞 (photo from @isabelledaza 's snapchat💗) #Bestiesbookclub 💗

A photo posted by George and Sos follows🙌😭💘🙏 (@georgina_solenn) on Dec 29, 2015 at 9:46am PST

Also present on their wedding day were close friends Georgina Wilson and Anne Curtis, who also shared their photos on Instagram.

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A photo posted by Georgina Wilson (@ilovegeorgina) on Dec 29, 2015 at 3:38pm PST

First night in Argentina 😜💃🏻💃🏻

A photo posted by isabelledaza (@isabelledaza) on Dec 29, 2015 at 8:00pm PST

The 30-year-old Filipina-French celebrity Heussaff and businessman Bolzico had been living in together as a couple for more than two years before they got engaged in December last year.

Solenn Heussaff and Nico Bolzico. Photo Credit: Instagram/ Solenn Heussaff

In an interview on 'The Tim Yap Show' in May this year, Heussaff said she wanted their wedding to be private.

"It will be… far away from the Philippines. No media… I just want my closest friends there. When it happens, you'll know but I won’t tell anyone my preparations. That’s my moment."

OFFICIAL: MMFF rakes in P468 million after 4 days, names Top 4 Films

MANILA, Philippines - The Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) has raked in P 468 million in box-office gross after 4 days in theaters of 8 competing enties since its opening last December 25.

The official 4-day gross (December 25-28) was announced online Tuesday night, December 29, 2015.

According to MMFF, the top 4 films in no particular order are are: "My Bebe Love:#KiligPaMore" starring Vic Sotto, AiAi de las Alas and the "AlDub" love team Alden Richards and Maine Mendoza; "Beauty and the Bestie," which stars Vice Ganda, Coco Martin and the hottest love team of James Reid and Nadine Lustre (JaDine); "All You Need is Pag-ibig" starring Kris Aquino; and "Haunted Mansion" starring Janella Salvador.

Dominic Du, a member of the MMFF executive committee said the gross earnings this year is higher by 9 million compared to P459 million of the same period in 2014.

MMFF 4-Day Gross (December 25-28, 2015) P 468 Million

Top 4 Films (in no particular order)

• My Bebe Love
• Beauty and the Bestie
• All You Need is Pag-ibig
• Haunted Mansion

In an interview by Interaksyon, Du said the ranking of the top 4 entries may change in January 1.

Meanwhile, ABS-CBN reported a total gross of P476 million as of 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, December 29 based from the data of MMFF Executive committee.

The updated list of MMFF topgrossers includes "#WalangForever" starring Jericho Rosales and Jennylyn Mercado on top 5 spot.

"Beauty and the Bestie" and "My Bebe Love" are in tight race for box-office lead according to TV Patrol report.

MMFF did not announce figures for each film to protect other entries in the festival such as "Buy Now Die Later," "Nilalang" and "Honor Thy Father."  - TheSummitExpress.com

Filipino construction worker Joselito Zapanta executed in Saudi Arabia

MANILA, Philippines- A 35-year-old Filipino construction worker identified as Joselito Lidasan Zapanta was executed on Tuesday, December 29 in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia after being convicted of murder with robbery.

Joselito Zapanta was sentenced to death after being convicted of murder with robbery.
PHOTO CREDIT: Facebook/CLTV 36

According to the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA), Zapanta was sentenced to death after the family of the Sudanese victim, Imam Ibrahim, refused to give an “Affidavit of Forgiveness or Tanazul in exchange of blood money”. It was reported that the crime committed in April 2010 originated from a rental dispute.

DFA spokesperson Charles Jose told Rappler in a text message: “The Philippine government has undertaken and exhausted all diplomatic and legal efforts, and extended consular and legal assistance to preserve the life of Mr Zapanta. The Philippine government provided the late Mr Zapanta all necessary assistance and ensured that his legal rights were observed throughout the whole judicial process.”

From November 28 to December 2, in March 2013 and in November 2012, the government “arranged and funded the jail visits” of Zapanta’s mother and sister to the Malaz Central Prison.

Zapanta’s family including his father, mother, sister and two children will continue to receive assistance from the government.

Zapanta’s remains will not be repatriated

In an interview with radio dzBB, Jose revealed that Zapanta’s body was immediately buried following the execution as it is a common practice of the Saudi government. Zapanta had converted to Islam years ago and such practice is also in accordance with the Islam burial tradition.

Although the DFA informed Zapanta’s family that he could be executed anytime, the Philippine government was not informed about the exact date and time of the convicted Filipino’s execution.

A report by dzBB divulged that the government failed to raise the P48 million blood money demanded by the Riyadh court in order to save Zapanta’s life. Last December 16, Mona, Zapanta’s mother, made an appeal for help from the public as they have raised P23 million for the blood money. - Mini/TheSummitExpress

Why 'Goodbye Bading' trended online?

MANILA, Philippines - 'Goodbye Bading' trended online Tuesday afternoon as the authority found this so called biggest illegal firecracker in Bocaue, Bulacan.

Biggest illegal firecracker PNP has discovered "Goodbye Bading." Photo Credit: Chiara Zambrano/Twitter

'Goodbye Bading' trends on Twitter Philippines

The firecracker "Goodbye Bading" (Goodbye Gays) according to the Philippine National Police (PNP) is one of the most dangerous firecrackers which was discovered since 2012.

The PNP is also monitoring the sale of illegal firecrackers like 'Hello Colombia' and 'Goodbye Philippines.'

Illegal firecracker named "Hello Colombia" found in Bocaue. Photo Credit: Chiara Zambrano/Twitter

Illegal firecrackers 'Goodbye Philippines' discovered in Bocaue. Photo Credit: Phyro/Twitter

PNP said these firecrackers violated safety standards under Republic Act 7183.

The Department of Health (DOH) strongly advised parents not to allow children to use firecrackers during the holiday season, especially in welcoming the New Year. DOH reiterates the risks of injuries brought about by unsafe use of fireworks and firecrackers.

'Wag Pasaway sa Paputok Goodbye Kamay!
Posted by Department of Health (Philippines) on Monday, December 7, 2015