Entertainment

Two of GMA Network’s groundbreaking programs, “Hearts on Ice” and “Mga Lihim ni Urduja,” will stream on Viu Philippines beginning September 15.  The collaboration between GMA Network, the country’s top media company, and Viu Philippines, one of the leading Asian streamers in the market, continues to bring more Kapuso favorites to audiences looking for their next binge-watch.  Sparkle actress Ashley …

by Boy Villasanta Without batting an eyelash, actress Maine Mendoza immediately reacted repulsively against the mudslinging by Curlee Discaya on her husband Arjo Atayde, congressman of the First District of Quezon City. Atayde is one of the lawmakers identified by Discaya as a recipient of percentages from the flood control projects he got from the Department of Public Works and …

PASSERBYBy Nestor Cuartero Happily, we were among the lucky first few members of media who managed to step into Paradise, the Philippines’ newest casual gaming destination. It didn’t matter that Paradise was located so far away from us, all the way in Paranaque in the vicinity of Entertainment City at Central Bay Building, only a few steps away from PITX, …

Globe marks the 10th anniversary of its annual GDay celebration this September with a bold promise to bring joy, rewards, and meaningful experiences closer to customers. What started as a simple thank-you a decade ago has grown into a nationwide movement, bringing together digital innovation, real-world experiences, and heartfelt surprises. “At Globe, we believe the most meaningful rewards are the …

By Lulay De Vera Mateo Our garden has become a haven for birds. Last year, a couple built a nest at a Japanese bamboo plant by our front door.  Our sharp-eyed kasambahay, Lyn, discovered the nest. Curiously it was almost at eye level — a daring move for such elusive, cautious creatures. The mother bird would sit snugly in the …

By Boy Villasanta Sail, balanghai, sail! Balanghai, the traditional and national boat of the Philippines, adapted and adopted by the Cinemalaya Philippine Independent Film Festival as its symbol of excellence in filmmaking, is again in the forefront of embarkation this season. Written in its ensign unfurling is this year’s Cinemalaya theme: “Layag sa Alon, Hangin at Unos,” a catchphrase in …

In the advent of independent filmmaking, film festivals in practically all parts of the world have mushroomed overnight. I have attended a few of them like Hong Kong, Bucheon International Fantastic Film Festival (BIFAN), Gwangju (the last two, both in Korea) Hanoi and FACINE in San Francisco. What do Filipino filmmakers and other stakeholders get from attending iworld film events? …

Multifaceted artist Demi Padua was feted by the Asian Cultural Council of the Philippines (ACCP) and the National Museum in a special show billed “Layers and Shadows” which aimed to foster cultural exchange and development that also marked ACCP’s 2th anniversary recently held at the Sergio Osmeña Hall, of the National Museum of Fine Arts in Manila. Padua, a renowned …

David Haldane, American author based in the Philippines, has recently launched his new book, “Dark Skies: Tales of Turbulence in Paradise,” a collection of essays, which explores life’s complexities, cultural intersections, and the turbulent yet inspiring realities of finding “paradise” amid personal and social challenges. One of the highlights of the charity book event, hosted by Kawa Pilipinas Foundation, was …

by Boy Villasanta The vision is very clear—”to encourage the creation of new cinematic works by Filipino filmmakers—works that boldly articulate and freely interpret the Filipino experience with fresh insight and artistic integrity.” Yes, the objectives of Cinemalaya Philippine Independent Film Festival have always been applied and achieved no matter how challenging at the oddest times. The Cinemalaya 2025 isn’t …