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PASSERBYBy Nestor Cuartero A nostalgic parade of vintage San Miguel Beer TV commercials brought us back to the 1970s and 80s as San Miguel Pale Pilsen celebrated its 135-year history and heritage as captured in limited-edition Balik Tanaw can. We remembered our friends in advertising, who produced those commercials, and the actors, among them Fernando Poe, Jr and Bert Marcelo, who …

What a weekend it was at American Dream! The 28th Fiesta in America 2025 last August 16 & 17, 2025 brought together over 10,000 attendees across two unforgettable days.  From Vina Morales’ powerhouse performance to Bessie Besana’s fashion showcase and dozens of cultural dances, the Northeast’s largest indoor Filipino event proved once again that our heritage and our businesses shine …

The COVID-19 pandemic has thankfully ended. There is a great sigh of relief but for a good number of COVID-19 survivors, the “remnants“ of COVID-19  continue to lurk as their bodies betray them after contracting COVID-19 , like  gasping for breath after a minor exertion, even after laughing.  The COVID-19 pandemic has drastically impacted millions of people around the world. …

Tonik, the Philippines’ first digital-only bank, has expanded its Shop Instalment Loans to Mindanao, completing nationwide availability across Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao. The move makes it easier for families and small businesses to bring home essentials—from refrigerators and smartphones to storeequipment—on simple monthly instalments. Tonik’s lending continues to gain rapid traction nationwide. In 2024, Tonik issued over 650,000 loans with …

​Kara David, one of the country’s most respected and award-winning documentarists, is known for telling powerful and life-changing documentaries. ​Her storytelling extends beyond her TV programs, as she headlines GMA Public Affairs’ newest video podcast, “I-Listen,” with its first season dropping on September 17. The podcast features Sparkle artist and Pinoy Big Brother Celebrity Collab Edition Housemate Shuvee Etrata. I-Listen promises raw, …

As part of its 10th year of GDay, Globe is giving customers a once-in-a-lifetime chance to get up close with the nation’s top P-pop girl group, BINI, in a special fan meet at the Samsung Performing Arts Theatre. More than 1,500 Globe customers will get the rare opportunity to sing, dance, and celebrate alongside the beloved girl group in an …

The Movie and Television Review and Classification Board (MTRCB) officially launched its infomercial “Bagong Pilipino, Tara, Nood Tayo!” a national government campaign encouraging Filipinos to support locally produced movies and television shows. Leading the campaign was no less than President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., joined by First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos and the First Family. The President proudly reaffirmed the administration’s …

“Her MAJAsty” Maja Salvador is all set for her powerful primetime comeback as she joins the star-studded cast of one of the most anticipated TV series under ABS-CBN.  Dreamscape Entertainment confirmed today (September 5) that Maja will star in an upcoming series alongside Kathryn Bernardo and James Reid. A video reveal was posted on social media showing Maja, Kathryn, and …

“FPJ’s Batang Quiapo” has officially welcomed its new additions to the star-studded cast for its new chapter that includes Maris Racal, who admitted to feeling jitters during her first scene with Primetime King Coco Martin.  “Actually noong day one ko, okay lang ako. Ngayon ako kinabahan kasi andiyan si Coco Martin. Meron na kaming extreme action scenes na shinoot dito. …

Fifty, Fortified, and Forging Forward Recognized as One of The Professional Top Awards at Quill A year after its 50th anniversary celebration, Ascorbic Acid (Poten-Cee) continues to forge forward as its campaign #FiftyFortifiedandForging Forward scores a win at the Philippine IABC’s Quill Awards held last week at the historical Manila Hotel.  This recent feat marks the brand’s second successive win at …