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Just like the past year, 2024 is yet again filled with controversies, or "kalat,” that sparked endless debates, memes, and discussions online. From celebrity scandals to viral internet posts that faced the wrath of cancel culture, here are 10 controversies that dominated our timelines and kept the internet buzzing nonstop. Shaira Moro vs.
Australian singer Lenka Rising Filipino singer Shaira Moro’s song, “ Selos ,” was briefly taken down from streaming platforms after being called out by Australian singer Lenka, who said Shaira used the melody of her song “Trouble Is a Friend.” A few weeks later, the song returned after Shaira's team said that they had peaceful negotiations with Lenka's camp, which led to the positive development. Despite the issue, Shaira remained grateful for the popularity of "Selos" and the opportunities it has opened for her.
The takoyaki shop tattoo prank On April Fool’s Day, a takoyaki brand posted a prank that led a follower to tattoo the logo on his forehead for a cash prize. Netizens had mixed reactions to the viral prank, with some defending the brand while others saying Taragis has to be held accountable for the netizen. But after a week-long exposure on social media, the brand owner eventually admitted that everything was planned and it was just a marketing strategy.
The follower was also in it, but he did it for his son, who has Down Syndrome. Team Malakas becoming persona non-grata in Palawan Rosmar Tan, Rendon Labador, and their fellow “Team Malakas” members were declared persona non-grata by the local government of Palawan after they had a heated argument with a mayor’s office staff. The staff named Jho Cayabyab Trinidad alleged in a social media post that they "used" the people of Coron for their vlog.
Rosmar’s group apologized in a four-minute video and said, “Sorry po talaga na parang pinost ko na ‘Never Again Coron.’ Hindi ko po sinasadya na i-generalize po kayo.” Jude Bacalso’s viral photo with a wait staff In July, a photo of Cebu-based personality and LGBTQ+ community member Jude Bacalso made the rounds online, where she could be seen sitting while talking to a standing wait staff of a restaurant.
Netizens alleged that Jude was berating the staff for calling her “sir.” In an interview with GMA News Online, she explained that she was "giving gender sensitivity information to the waiter" when a netizen snapped their photo and claimed that it was “a calm conversation between us.” ‘Boy Dila’ in Wattah Wattah festival San Juan City received complaints online against unruly residents who caused disturbance to passersby and even motorists who traversed the city last June 24 as they celebrated their “Wattah, Wattah” festival.
Among those who were posted on social media was “Boy Dila” Lexter Castro for firing his water gun at a delivery rider while sticking his tongue out. Lexter soon apologized to the rider and gave him a helmet and a raincoat. Carlos Yulo’s rift with his mother Following his double gold medal feat at the 2024 Paris Olympics, Carlos Yulo spoke up about the rift between him and his mother, Angelica .
Carlos addressed his mom’s claims during interviews, including the management of finances and also his relationship with Chloe San Jose. He also said he had forgiven his mother and expressed hopes that she would heal. Balay Dako’s aspin incident A pet owner named Lara Antonio took to social media to air her frustrations after being unable to dine at Balay Dako due to her dog Yoda's size and breed.
The Tagaytay restaurant apologized and said that while their company loves animals, they "must also consider factors such as spacing and the safety of all our guests." Balay Dako also promised to take further steps "to ensure that our staff are being trained and guided to understand and implement our policies effectively." Jen Barangan’s concert flashlight TikTok content creator and former flight attendant Jen Barangan was called out online for her actions during Olivia Rodrigo’s concert.
She filmed herself with her phone camera flash switched on during the concert, which made netizens point out that among the rules was “no flash photography.” Jen apologized with a short statement and said, “To everyone, I’m so sorry for my actions.” GUTS Concert raw vlog ????????? Adam Genato on Chelsea Manalo’s Miss Universe stint The Miss Universe Philippines Organization condemned the comments of pageant vlogger Adam Genato about Chelsea Manalo's performance at Miss Universe 2024, saying his commentary was "unfair, insensitive, hurtful, and dismissive of her accomplishments.
" "We do not tolerate bullying and irresponsible vlogging especially from an accredited MUPh media partner whom we have welcomed in our events," the organization said. Following MUPH’s statement, Adam uploaded a public apology for Chelsea and her team, the MUPH organization, and pageant fans. He admitted that he spoke carelessly and that he should have been "more diplomatic and tactful.
" A post shared by Miss Universe Philippines (@themissuniverseph) Maris Racal and Anthony Jennings Anthony Jennings’ ex-girlfriend Jamela Villanueva exposed the actor's alleged cheating with Maris Racal, sharing screenshots of their conversations on Instagram Stories. Both Maris and Anthony apologized , with the actress saying she is " taking accountability for everything ." According to Maris, Anthony told her he was single when they were first starting their relationship and that she felt truly embarrassed after screenshots of their conversations were exposed without her consent .
Meanwhile, Anthony said, "Sa lahat ho ng mga nangyari nung nakaraang araw, sa lahat ho ng mga taong nasaktan ko, especially po si Maris tsaka si Jam, humihingi ho ako ng tawad sa dalawang babae and sa lahat po ng mga nadamay ko rin po. 'Yun lamang po, sorry po ulit.” —JCB, GMA Integrated News.
