GMA Kapuso Foundation (GMAKF), the socio-civic arm of GMA Network, recently received a four-million-peso donation from the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP). The donation was formally handed over by AFP Chief of Staff Gen. Romeo Brawner, Jr. to GMAKF Executive Vice President & Chief Operating Officer Rikki Escudero-Catibog during the “Sagip Dugtong Buhay” bloodletting event held on August 17 …
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Edgar Mortiz, a 70s teenage idol turned TV director and producer, returns to his musical roots with "Goin’ Standards," an album of Frank Sinatra songs. Described by journalist Nestor Cuartero as a heartfelt passion project, the album showcases Edgar's smooth vocals, providing a nostalgic, joyful experience. Available on vinyl and digital platforms.
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Jordan Shangkuan Ong, a modern Renaissance man, blends elements of art, science, and technology. He is a concert pianist and filmmaker recognized at Cannes and the Texas Renaissance Festival. As a Senior Salesforce Business Analyst, he excels in AI and automation. Ong, honored with the Asian Pillars Award, inspires young pianists and has performed globally, balancing his dual careers.
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Fiesta in America Expo 2024 in East Rutherford, NJ, featured diverse cultural events, business networking, and community empowerment. Highlights included the People’s Ball, Jose Rizal film screening, a fashion show, and live performances. Over 12,800 attendees celebrated Filipino heritage, while free healthcare and support for small businesses further underscored the event's community focus.
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By NESTOR CUARTERO In the midst of a busy city life, how refreshing it was to be invited to a traditional barrio fiesta. We responded to just that last May 15, the feast day of San Isidro, patron saint of farmers. After a 45-minute drive from Rosario town heading east towards San Juan, Batangas, we arrived at our destination, the …
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By YUGEL LOSORATA When a book you’ve written is published, it means one thing: You’ve finished one and it’s forever out there. You can’t guarantee anything other than that, like it becoming a bestseller or making you a certified celebrity, or your crush back in high school reading it and realizing what a mistake that she took you for granted …
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The FDCP, under its government mandate, leads the Philippine Film Industry Month (PFIM). In its fourth year, PFIM 2024 promises an unforgettable tribute to the nation’s cinematic heritage, with the theme ‘Tuloy ang Tradisyon ng Pelikulang Pilipino,’ honoring the legacies of National Artists for Film, especially marking the 100th birth anniversary of Eddie Romero. Throughout September, the FDCP will bring …
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Meet a friendly and enchanting troupe of tikbalang, kapre, and engkanto as they fight for their home and discover the fantastic world of Filipino folklore as Repertory Theater for Young Audiences (RTYA) presents Jepoy and the Magic Circle starting October 5. This production is the first-ever Repertory Philippines (REP) show to be staged at its new home, REP Theater at …
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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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