Entertainment

PASSERBYBy Nestor Cuartero Tucked away in a secluded, what-looked-like-a-private side-street off Barangay Payapa, Lemery main road is a charming cluster of houses that, at close range, are really more than clan residences. The houses are collectively known as La Casa Maranan, a set of multi-layered, multi-functional structures that cater to various needs at any given time.Everywhere around them are pocket,manicured gardens and well-appointed fixtures. Parts of the second …

Long before Tiong Bahru Singapore Flavours became a destination for Singaporean cuisine in the Philippines, it was founded on a simple idea: to share Singapore’s rich culinary heritage with Filipino diners. Today, that vision continues to take shape through every bowl of laksa, plate of Hainanese Chicken, and serving of Bak Kut Teh that reaches tables. Behind that enduring vision …

By Isabella Cuartero The Federation of Filipino-Chinese Chambers of Commerce and Industry, Inc. (FFCCCII), led by President Victor Lim, sponsored an advance screening of “Dear You” at the SM Mall of Asia IMAX Theater last Aug. 5. Dear You (Chinese title: 给阿嬷的情书, “A Love Letter to Grandma”) is a 2026 Chinese family drama directed by Lan Hongchun. It follows Xiaowei, a …

By Isabella Cuartero TV5 is stepping into the second half of 2026 with a bigger, more diverse multiplatform slate, strengthened by its renewed partnership with ABS-CBN and a lineup that puts Filipino stories, talent, and entertainment at the forefront. At the network’s Tara, Kapatid! 2026 Midyear Media & Trade Celebration on Aug. 6 at the MVP Studio in Mandaluyong City, …

Kyle Echarri’s 2018 dance-pop single “Pangako,” which has become a popular dance challenge and lyric-video edit trend on TikTok, has entered the Billboard Philippines’ Hot 100 chart at no. 94 this week. “This song is almost 8 years old but thank you everyone who’s listening to it again,” posted Kyle on X. His fans eagerly responded, commending the song’s timeless …

GMA Network’s flagship radio stations, Super Radyo DZBB 594 kHz and Barangay LS 97.1 Forever!, continue their dominance of Mega Manila airwaves in July 2026, based on Nielsen Radio Audience Measurement (RAM) data. Super Radyo DZBB 594 kHz, the Network’s AM radio station, secured an audience share of 55.3 percent. DZBB’s strong performance in July further strengthened its commanding lead …

Power Diva Angeline Quinto celebrates enduring love in her heartfelt new single “Hindi Mawawala,” giving fans a new anthem ahead of her much-awaited 15th anniversary concert, “AQuinse,” on August 22 (Saturday) at the Smart Araneta Coliseum. Written and produced by ABS-CBN Music creatives, content, and operations head Jonathan Manalo, the emotional ballad speaks of a love that remains steadfast through …

PARAÑAQUE CITY, Philippines— Okada Manila, the Philippines’ premier Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star integrated resort, announced that it will be collaborating with Disney Philippines to bring guests an exciting suite of offerings inspired by fan-favorite Disney and Pixar characters. By combining Disney’s timeless storytelling with Okada Manila’s Forbes Five-Star hospitality, the collaboration aims to introduce new ways for families, Disney fans, …

The curtain is about to rise on another “panalo” cultural experience from Puregold—this time, one that brings the world of Filipino theater closer to both the artists who create it and the audiences who deserve to experience it. Further expanding its commitment to champion Filipino creativity and showcase these talents to more audiences, Puregold proudly announces Teatro Panalo, an inaugural …

Hiraya Water Corporation has begun rolling out a series of major infrastructure projects in Lucena City, breaking ground on water source development and pipeline rehabilitation initiatives aimed at improving water availability, pressure, and long-term service reliability for thousands of residents. The groundbreaking ceremony, held on July 26 at the Lucena City Hall Compound, marks another milestone in the company’s rehabilitation …