Lifestyle & Features

THE Movie and Television Review and Classification Board (MTRCB) rated and classified 171,972 materials in 2025, as part of the Agency’s dedication to promote responsible viewing amid a rapidly growing digital media landscape. The classified materials included 127,704 television programs, 40,505 TV plugs and trailers, 1,695 publicity materials, 10 optical media materials, 1,380 movie trailers, and 671 films, of which …

The Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) has long served as a mirror of Filipino imagination, reflecting the stories, struggles, and triumphs that shape the nation’s cultural identity. At its 51st edition, the festival found a new ally in PlayTime Entertainment, a brand undergoing its own transformation as it steps fully into the country’s creative and cultural arena. From its inception, …

New Year, New Beer. Be it people or places, tastes or trends, experiences with new things are always fun and exciting. San Miguel Brewery Inc. (SMB) brings the same refreshing energy to start 2026 through its newest brew, San Miguel Mango Yuzu. Brewed for drinkers looking for new flavors and feels, San Miguel Mango Yuzu with 5% alcohol by volume …

Ginebra San Miguel, the world’s largest-selling gin, raises the bar in brand storytelling with its newest campaign, “Tatak ng Tapang, Tatak Ginebra.” An evolution of its long-standing celebration of Filipino courage, the campaign shifts the spotlight to real people—four individuals whose strength is etched in the scars they carry. Launched digitally on December 31, 2025, the campaign marks a meaningful departure …

As a heartfelt ‘thank you’ to Kapuso fans for their unwavering love and support throughout the year, GMA Network is set to welcome the New Year in grand fashion with “Kapuso Countdown to 2026,” a star-studded thanksgiving celebration happening this December 31. Taking place at the SM Mall of Asia Seaside Boulevard, the much-anticipated event brings together some of the …

The Purple Hearts Foundation successfully conducted its year-end outreach, “Purple Hearts Foundation Gives Back,” at Kryzl Farmland, where 150 households from nearby barangays were blessed with assistance, joy, and meaningful fellowship. Each household was represented by the entire family—parents and children—reflecting the Foundation’s belief that the true spirit of giving is best felt when families are together. The initiative was …

On December 6, Pasko in America 2025 filled American Dream in East Rutherford, NJ with the warmth and joy of a Filipino Christmas, welcoming around 6,000 families and holiday shoppers across three levels of the mall. Presented by Philippine Fiesta USA, Inc., the event transformed the venue into a festive Filipino village with parols, performances, community groups, and holiday traditions …

PASSERBYBy Nestor Cuartero Lipa City makes it among 60 dream vacation spots worldwide as listed in a heavy coffee table book, weighing over 1 kilogram, published recently. The 464-page book, 60 Dream Holidays Around the World by Philippine Star travel writer, Christine Dayrit, was launched December 15 at the Cultural Center of Lipa City downtown. The afternoon was a vibrant …

Seven years is a long, long time. So goes an old love song.  Couple Vice Ganda and Ion Perez celebrate their seventh anniversary this year with a milestone endorsement. They have just become the newest models of Belle Dolls, a line of healthy drinks under Beautederm. During a media launch November 17 in Quezon City, Vice and Ion seemed like they …

By Isabella Cuartero Filipino American (Fil-Am) singer-songwriter CelesstMar, born and raised in Honolulu, Hawai’i, is making waves with her soulful sound. During her Listening Party in Quezon City, December 10, Celesst described her music as mostly R&B, blended with touches of alternative and pop.  Her upcoming album, “Fawn,” features ten tracks and explores the concept of fawning: “trying to appease somebody you’re in a …