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Pokemon Go creators release Harry Potter mobile game Wizards Unite

Rollo Ross, Reuters
Posted at Jun 21 07:44 AM

Harry Potter: Wizards Unite was co-developed by Pokemon Go developer Niantic Inc and AT&T Inc's Warner Bros, which owns the rights to develop entertainment based on author JK Rowling's popular Harry Potter series. Read more »

Coming this September: ‘Harry Potter’ film concert in Manila

ABS-CBN News
Posted at May 17 07:29 PM

Potterheads, rejoice: a “Harry Potter” film concert will be held in Manila this September. Read more »

Polish priest 'very sorry' for Harry Potter book burning

Agence France-Presse
Posted at Apr 03 10:49 PM

WARSAW - A Polish priest apologized Wednesday for burning "magic" Harry Potter books, after his actions sparked a wave of protest and comparisons with totalitarian regimes and the Inquisition. Read more »

JK Rowling's gay reveal fails to impress fans

Amber Milne, Thomson Reuters Foundation
Posted at Mar 21 02:22 PM

J.K. Rowling's revelation that two "Harry Potter" characters were in a gay relationship has sparked an angry backlash, with some fans accusing her of changing her books to keep up with social trends.  Read more »

Theater review: ‘Harry Potter’ parody makes muggles snort with laughter

Karen Flores Layno, ABS-CBN News
Posted at Mar 21 12:09 PM

After three sold-out seasons in the Philippines, “Potted Potter” is back to make muggles – or ordinary humans – snort with laughter.   Read more »

LOOK: Darren Espanto spends time with family in Florida

ABS-CBN News
Posted at Feb 24 06:10 PM

Singer Darren Espanto spent time with his family in Florida to celebrate his younger sister's birthday. Read more »

New 'Fantastic Beasts' film casts a winning box-office spell

Agence France-Presse
Posted at Nov 19 07:57 AM

LOS ANGELES - Again confirming the magic touch of J.K. Rowling, "Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald" took in an estimated $62.2 million this weekend to lead North American box offices, industry tracker Exhibitor Relations reported Sunday. Read more »

Blue carpet premiere ng 'Fantastic Beasts' sa London, dinagsa

ABS-CBN News
Posted at Nov 16 02:17 AM

Balik-eksena ang magic ni "Harry Potter" author J.K. Rowling sa sequel ng "Fantastic Beasts." Read more »

JK Rowling charity urges global action to end orphanages, trafficking

Emma Batha, Reuters
Posted at Nov 15 02:31 AM

LONDON - A charity founded by "Harry Potter" author J.K. Rowling called on Wednesday for businesses, lawyers, and tourists to help end orphanages and the child-trafficking linked to them. Read more »

Harry Potter exhibition back for a second run in Germany

Jeffrey Hernaez, ABS-CBN News
Posted at Oct 12 05:48 PM

Potterheads are in for a treat as they get another chance to visit the Harry Potter exhibit at Caligari Halle in Potsdam, Germany starting October 13.  Read more »

LOOK: Harry Potter, Narnia-themed cafes in Davao, Tagum

Chastine Montaño, ABS-CBN News
Posted at Jun 20 05:42 PM

These themed cafes in the cities of Davao and Tagum offer the "feels" that awaken one's fanatic heart.    Read more »

Tony Awards 2018: Highlights, winners

Don Tagala, ABS-CBN News
Posted at Jun 12 05:32 AM

It was a night of love and diversity at the 72nd Annual Tony Awards. Read more »

'Harry Potter,' Andrew Garfield win top Tony Awards

Chris Michaud, Reuters
Updated as of Jun 11 12:46 PM

"Harry Potter and the Cursed Child" won the Tony for best play on Sunday, while "The Band's Visit" swept the musical categories with 10 wins, including the top award best musical at Broadway's annual honors for the best in theater. Read more »

'Harry Potter,' 'Angels in America' among top nominees for Broadway's Tonys

Chris Michaud, Reuters
Updated as of May 02 10:26 AM

A hit play from the 'Harry Potter' franchise joined an acclaimed revival of AIDS drama 'Angels in America' to dominate Broadway’s Tony award nominations on Tuesday.  Read more »

Harry Potter-themed cafe sa Batangas, agaw-pansin

ABS-CBN News
Posted at Apr 28 02:51 AM

Ang magical world ni Harry Potter ang naging inspirasyon sa tema ng kakaibang cafe sa Lipa, Batangas. Read more »

'Mini Me' actor Verne Troyer in hospital

Agence France-Presse
Updated as of Jan 14 05:25 PM

LOS ANGELES, United States - Verne Troyer, who is best known for his role as Mini Me in the "Austin Powers" movies, was recovering in hospital Wednesday after emergency services were reportedly called to his home. Read more »

Next 'Fantastic Beasts' movie thrills fans with return to Hogwarts

Reuters
Updated as of Nov 22 05:42 PM

LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - The second of the “Fantastic Beasts” movie spinoffs from author J.K. Rowling includes scenes set in Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, directly connecting the story to the best-selling “Harry Potter” books and films, a first movie trailer on Tuesday showed. Read more »

Harry Potter in the sky? Bid to inspire young stargazers

Agence France-Presse
Posted at Dec 14 08:12 AM

British astronomers have come up with a new set of constellations inspired by modern-day figures such as Harry Potter and Usain Bolt in an attempt to teach children about the layout of the universe. Read more »

Pokemon Go's Niantic taps 'Harry Potter' magic for new AR game

Reuters
Posted at Nov 09 09:08 AM

Fantastic beasts, wizard adventures and magic spells will come to life in a new "Harry Potter" augmented reality mobile game from Pokemon Go developer Niantic Inc and Warner Bros Interactive Entertainment, the companies said on Wednesday. Read more »

2 new Harry Potter books to be released in October

Reuters
Posted at Jul 20 04:24 AM

The Hogwarts universe is set to expand by an additional two new Harry Potter books, published in conjunction with a British Library event, in celebration of the 20th anniversary of the magical series. Read more »