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PHP500 Noche Buena: A Misguided Expectation Amid Rising Prices

Filipinos have weathered high prices, low wages, and economic uncertainty throughout the year. They deserve at least one night when joy is not rationed, celebration is not minimized, and dignity is not measured by forced austerity.

Quezon: The Hero Who Played Dirty or the Villain Who Loved His Country

After watching Quezon, I left the cinema unsure whether I had just seen a story about a national hero or a clever takedown of one. The film’s portrayal of President Manuel L. Quezon, as played by Jericho Rosales, paints him as a bida-kontrabida- a protagonist whose intentions may be noble but whose methods are deeply questionable. If the Quezon family were still in power, this film would probably be branded as propaganda, but perhaps that’s what makes it so striking.

Yayoi Philippines Opens Its 15th Branch at Festival Mall Alabang: A Taste of Japan in the South

The grand opening at Festival Mall Alabang was a festive celebration of food and culture. Guests were welcomed with a vibrant performance featuring traditional Japanese instruments, filling the Water Garden with the sound of Taiko drums and Japanese melodies. It was a feast for the senses — an experience that captured Yayoi’s heritage and hospitality.

Tahanan Pottery Marks Its 5th Year with “Sining Tahanan: TIBOK – Vessels of Form and Pulse”

As Tahanan Pottery continues to grow, may its tibok — the pulse of artistry and passion — continue to beat stronger, inspiring more Filipinos to mold, create, and find beauty in every vessel formed by hand and heart.

Redefining Beauty Through Science: Dear Self Aesthetic and Wellness Center Partners with PSSAM for a Smarter, Safer Aesthetic Future

With PSSAM by their side, Dear Self isn’t just another beauty clinic—it’s now part of a growing movement that combines self-care with science.

Vista Land Supports Earth Hour 2025 in a Nationwide Commitment to Sustainability

Bataan Sustainability Project- Vista Land

Vista Land’s recent participation in Earth Hour 2025 reflects the company’s dedication to climate action, energy conservation, and eco-friendly urban development.

Is Green Bones Truly Deserving of the 2024 MMFF Best Picture Title?

The story revolves around a myth about turning into green bones after death, which I found really creative. The idea itself sets the film apart from other local MMFF movies.

Jose Mari Chan and the Magic of Christmas on Stage – You are Home This Christmas!

Set entirely in Liberty Airline on Christmas Eve, this musical play by Repertory Philippines is a love letter to Filipino Christmas traditions and the universal experience of family and love. The creative storytelling, exceptional performances, and a soundtrack stitched together with Jose Mari Chan’s iconic songs made this play a must-watch for the holiday season.

Here We Go Again: A Night of Music with the Thomasian Chamber Choir

Hosted the Here We Go Again Concert

Last Sunday, I had the privilege of hosting (and supporting) the Here We Go Again concert by the Thomasian Chamber Choir (TCC). As I stood before the packed venue of Manila Piano’s Recital Hall in Paseo de Magallanes, I was amazed—not just by the melodies that filled the room but by the incredible passion and dedication of the choir.

Silver Lining Redux Returns—New Songs, New Twists, Same Heart and Message

Calling all musical theater enthusiasts—mark your calendars because Silver Lining Redux, the heartwarming and nostalgia-filled Original Filipino Musical, is making a triumphant return this November 2024! After its successful debut last year, Rockitwell Studios and MusicArtes, Inc. are bringing back this gem of a production with a fresh spin and new exciting twist, and it’s slated for an exciting eight-show run at the Carlos P. Romulo Auditorium in RCBC Plaza, Makati.