For the last seventy-one years, I’ve known the Foundation Day of Lopez, Quezon, my beloved town, to be April 30. Honestly, during my tot years, I wasn’t familiar with the year it was founded as I was just haphazardly taught and oriented about the date without being conscious of when and how it is such. Although, looking intently at the …
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Music, bazaar, promenade greet 128th Philippine Independence Day in Intramuros
The essence of what Philippine independence is, the players at June 12, 2026 Mercadillo in Intramuros were able to embody. First, it was the Filipinism that spoke about their art, especially music. The use of the native language was one. The nationalistic sound of Erick Valena’s piano, the patriotic songs of Riot Session Band, the little Filipina voice of Joliena …
Read More »Honoring Dad with Moments That Matter at Taal Vista Hotel
This Father’s Day, Taal Vista Hotel presents a collection of thoughtfully curated experiences designed to celebrate the man who has always been there. Whether through a relaxing getaway, a memorable family gathering, a rejuvenating spa treatment, or a flavorful dining experience, guests are invited to create lasting memories with Dad against the timeless backdrop of Tagaytay. Steak It Easy: A …
Read More »Coffee-flavored sex
Like most women, Jennylyn Mercado says she’s as OC (Obsessive-Compulsive) as any other. “I like my environment clean and smelling good, especially our home,” the veteran actress addressed a media conference May announcing her as official endorser of Reverie Describing herself as basically a homebody, Jennylyn said she’s particularly a room-body, or someone who spends most of her time, whether during …
Read More »Vina Morales headlines CenterPlay Concert Series at City of Dreams Manila this June
CenterPlay at City of Dreams Manila spotlights Vina Morales on June 16, 2026, at 9:30 p.m. as the acclaimed singer and actress takes the stage at its monthly Concert Series. Known for her powerful vocals and timeless appeal, Morales brings beloved OPM hits including Pangako Sa’Yo, Hindi Ko Kaya, Muntik Nang Maabot ang Langit, and Nasaan Ka Na, alongside fan …
Read More »Project Baby: When expectations meet reality
By Isabella Cuartero Sometimes, life doesn’t unfold according to plan. As priorities shift across generations, careers often take precedence over marriage, and independence is valued more than ever. Many young adults find themselves redefining what fulfillment looks like. These changing realities are at the heart of Regal Entertainment’s “Project Baby,” directed by Eric Quizon and written by Jose Javier Reyes. …
Read More »‘Linda Walker’ star offers advice to Filipino youth
By Isabella Cuartero Chinese actress Zhang Yingfei, popularly known for portraying the brilliant student Linda Walker in the viral micro-drama “The Heiress Who Won with Brains,” shared inspiring messages for the youth during a press conference on Tuesday in Quezon City. Zhang is in the Philippines as part of the celebration of the 51st anniversary of Philippines-China diplomatic relations, in …
Read More »THOUSANDS FLOCK TO MANILA AS COCO AND JULIA KICK-OFF NATIONWIDE MOTORCADE FOR “SIGABO”
Coco Martin and Julia Montes felt the love from thousands of Kapamilyas who flocked to the streets of Manila on Saturday (June 6) as they kicked off their nationwide motorcade for ABS-CBN’s highly anticipated primetime series, “Coco Martin’s Sigabo.” Large crowds gathered in key locations in Manila, including, Quiapo, Divisoria, Tondo, and Blumentritt, for the almost-seven hour grand motorcade to …
Read More »Quo Vadis, LEAF Awards?
by Boy Villasanta After three years of intermittent awarding, is Philippine LEAF (Live Entertainment, Arts and Festivals) Awards breaking away? The organization which is associated with artists, television, movie and theater practitioners is reportedly on the brink of collapse or is it already falling apart? According to entertainment writer Art Tapalla, the internal conflict started when writer, stage luminary and …
Read More »Hey, Herbert Bautista in the house
I have never imagined that one day I would find myself in the same classroom with Herbert Bautista. You read it right, folks! Herbert Bautista in the house. It was on the morning of Thursday, June 4, 2026, the commencement of the three-day Directing-Cinematography Masterclass facilitated by award-winning filmmaker Raymond Red (“Anino,” “Bayani,” “Sakay,” “Mga Rebeldeng May Kaso,” “Kamera Obscura,” …
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