His latest track serves as his first solo release since 2021’s “Metro” Ely Buendia enters a new era of his solo music career with the release of “Bulaklak Sa Buwan.” The fuzzy, alt-rock number serves as the first single off his upcoming sophomore album, Method Adaptor, which will be out on November 8, 2024, via Sony Music Entertainment and Offshore …
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By NESTOR CUARTERO How would you like your homilies rendered and heard? A common complaint among Catholic mass goers is the often longish, over-extended homilies by officiating priests. Comes now Pope Francis who, for the second time, reminded priests to keep their homilies short (and sweet), 8 minutes the longest. “Or ‘people will fall asleep,” he warned. A report by …
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GMA Network’s flagship radio stations, Super Radyo DZBB 594 kHz and Barangay LS 97.1 Forever!, continue to dominate Mega Manila airwaves, solidifying their positions as the leading radio stations in July. Super Radyo DZBB 594, the Kapuso Network’s flagship AM radio station, further widened its lead over the competition. Data from Nielsen Radio Audience Measurement (RAM) shows that Super Radyo DZBB’s audience share significantly …
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The birth centennial of Manlilikha ng Bayan Magdalena Gamayo, held at the Plaza del Norte Convention Center on August 13 brought together a vibrant community in celebration of the revered master weaver’s life and contributions to the art of weaving. With the theme “Ang Inabel ni Magdalena Gamayo: Sinapupunan ng Ugnayang Pampamayanan,” the event was a convergence of cultural performances …
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The National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) underscores its vital role in fostering Mindanao artistry by offering 77 projects specifically for the region, with over ₱77 million in funding available through the Competitive Grants Program 2025. The deadline for submissions is on August 31, 2024. Section 12.a.4 of Republic Act 7356 [NCCA Charter] authorizes the Commission to give …
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Former Ilocos Sur Governor Chavit Singson offered ₱5M (Five Million) pesos reward to world-class gymnast Carlos Yulo and his family as a united front. Singson, known for his respect for family values, cleared that the reward is not merely in recognition of Yulo’s two Olympic gold medals but also as a tribute to the strength and unity of the Yulo …
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Lubang celebrated its cultural heritage with “Pandanggo sa Ilaw 2024” on August 12 at 6:00 p.m. at the Bulwagang Bayan ng Lubang. Organized by the local government and the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA), the event featured traditional dance, music, and community pride. Derived from the traditional folk dance, Pandanggo sa Ilaw, which originated in Lubang, Occidental …
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Southeast Asia has always been an abundant trove of folklore, owing to the region’s vibrant traditions and cultural heritage. Passed on generation after generation, these narratives are ingrained deep into the heart of these cultures and the psyche of the people. Whether they involve mythical creatures or great sultans and legendary heroes, many legends persist to convey moral lessons, a …
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Bacolod City is gearing up for another exhilarating Tanduay Bacolod Rum Festival, set to take place from August 10 to 18 at the Bacolod City Government Center. As Tanduay Distillers, Inc. celebrates its 170th anniversary, this year’s festival promises to be the most memorable yet. Now in its fourth installment, the Tanduay Bacolod Rum Festival is a vibrant testament to …
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Mondelēz International, in collaboration with locally-made animated YouTube series “Miming and Friends,” continues its commitment to promoting Sustainable Snacking and waste management practices. With the launch of Episode 3 supported by the Company and Save Philippine Seas, the animated characters in the mini-series aim to make composting fun and understandable for kids and their families. Miming and Friends is the …
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