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đź“…May 12, 2026 at 1:00 AM
Cannes Film Festival 2026 kicks off amid glamour with stars like Scarlett Johansson; Westlife announces Manila tour; Madison Beer drops deluxe album; local events spotlight Filipino artists.
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79th Cannes Film Festival Prepares to Launch on French Riviera

Final preparations are underway for the 79th Cannes Film Festival at Palais des Festivals et des Congrès, featuring luxury spots like Carlton Cannes. Stars including Scarlett Johansson, Rami Malek, Javier Bardem, and John Travolta will attend premieres from May 12–23. Filmmakers Paweł Pawlikowski and Pedro Almodóvar are highlighted Source 2.

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Cannes Draped in Scarlet for 79th Film Festival Opening

Cannes is ready with yachts and high fashion for the festival launching May 12, 2026, with Jury President Park Chan-wook overseeing competitions. Lineup includes directors Steven Soderbergh and Ron Howard; opening film is Pierre Salvadori’s The Electric Kiss, vying for Palme d'Or Source 3.

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Westlife Expands 25th Anniversary Tour to Manila

Westlife's *25 – The Ultimate Collection* album celebrates 25 years, available in CD, LP, and more formats. Their Anniversary World Tour adds a Jan. 20, 2027, show at SM Mall of Asia Arena, tickets on sale May 15 via SMTickets.com Source 5.

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Filipino Rapper WAIIAN Hosts BACKSHOW Anniversary Concert

WAIIAN celebrates his 2025 album *BACKSHOTS* with *BACKSHOW*, co-presented by Sony Music and LIAB Studios. Features guests Karmela Roxy, Bad Indie Eye, Nicole Anjela, SHNTI, and more performers Source 5.

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Sprite Ultimate Sunset Summer Party Set for May 16

Sprite’s “’Yan ang Refreshing” campaign hosts a party at SM Mall of Asia By the Bay from 3-7 p.m., with performances by BGYO, Illest Morena, Shanti Dope, Maxie Anderson, and fitterkarma. Free Sprite and exclusive merch available Source 5.

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Madison Beer Releases Deluxe Edition of 'locket' Album

Grammy-nominated Madison Beer drops deluxe *locket* with four new tracks including “lovergirl” music video, plus hits “make you mine,” “yes baby,” “bittersweet,” and “bad enough.” Available now on all streaming platforms Source 5.

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Love Knots Episode Airs on May 12, 2026

The latest episode of *Love Knots* is featured in entertainment updates, alongside Philippine news like NBI honoring Senate custody of Dela Rosa. Broadcast as part of daily entertainment lineup Source 4.

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Ayala Malls Cinemas Launches Red Carpet Mondays

Ayala Malls Cinemas introduces Red Carpet Mondays as part of ongoing entertainment promotions. Detailed in daily entertainment news roundup Source 5.

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Born to Shine OST Album Now Streaming

The *Born to Shine* original soundtrack album is newly available on digital streaming platforms. Part of today's entertainment releases Source 5.

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Geo Headlines Covers Entertainment at 12 AM on May 12

Geo Headlines 12 AM edition on May 12, 2026, includes showbiz and entertainment segments alongside world news. Broadcasts latest updates in entertainment category Source 6.