2023 February 22 President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Wednesday reiterated his continuous commitment to promoting Philippine culture as well as the preservation and protection of the country’s cultural heritage. The President made this remark in a speech at the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) Ani ng Dangal (Harvest of Honors) awarding ceremony in Malacañang. “Makaaasa kayo...
Arts and Entertainment
Miss World Philippines coronation night on June 5 at the Mall of Asia
"Get to see 36 of the most Exceptionally Empowered Filipinas as they flaunt their ‘beauty’ and serve it with a ‘purpose,’”
Will Smith resigns from film academy after slapping Chris Rock
HOUSTON, Texas – Will Smith resigned Friday from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences after he slapped Chris Rock at the Oscar awards last weekend. “I will fully accept any and all consequences for my conduct,” Smith said in a statement. “My actions at the 94th Academy Awards presentation were shocking, painful, and inexcusable.” Smith’s resignation comes nearly a week...
TVO Original ‘Come Clean’ shatters misconceptions with an intimate look at the roots of addiction
Premiering January 25, this new documentary highlights four addicts’ journeys to come clean Toronto, ON, Jan. 05, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Six million Canadians will meet the criteria for addiction in their lifetimes. COVID-19 has intensified the problem. Opioid-related deaths surged 25% in Ontario in the first few months of the pandemic and continue to be at a crisis...
Mexico’s Andrea Meza is crowned the 69th Miss Universe
MANILA – Mexico’s Andrea Meza beat 73 other candidates to take home the 69th Miss Universe crown and her country’s third at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, Florida on Sunday (Monday, PH time). The 26-year-old Meza succeeded South Africa’s Zozibini Tunzi, who was the longest-reigning queen due to the Covid-19 pandemic, holding on to the title for...
Ilonggos solicit support for Miss Universe candidate
ILOILO CITY – Officials here and in the entire province of Iloilo are asking support for their province mate, Rabiya Mateo, the country’s bet to the 69th Miss Universe pageant. Coronation night is on Monday morning (Sunday, 8 p.m., at the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in Florida, USA). “Number one to boost her morale and her confidence para mabal-an niya nga the...
Filipinas turn to bullet journaling to make 2021 more manageable
MANILA – It’s no secret that most plans have been cancelled or put on hold as a result of the pandemic. Being stuck indoors, for the most part, the days felt pretty much the same. Months of living under uncertain times are taking a toll on people’s mental health. Apart from talking to a friend or an expert, more Filipinos...
Philippine malls enforcing strict guidelines on physical distancing and foot traffic
This is teamwork. The more we work together, the better we work together, the safer we will all be
ABS-CBN loses P127M copyright suit vs Willie Revillame
MANILA , Philippines, December 11, 2019– The Philippines Supreme Court (SC) dismissed the petition for review filed by ABS-CBN Broadcasting Corporation in connection with a Court of Appeals (CA) ruling against it in PHP127-million damage for copyright case against television host Willie Revillame and ABC Development Corporation or TV5. In a resolution dated October 16, the SC through division clerk of...
The New INC MUSEUM: Splendid, Sublime, Immersive
Housed in a five-floor building with an expansive facade and lobby, the INC Museum is an architectural wonder designed by Francisco Mañosa, who was recognized as a Philippine National Artist for Architecture in 2018. Integrating historical and thematic exhibits, the museum features well-curated artworks, audio recordings, vernacular materials, original furniture, interior elements, and relics of INC’s humble beginnings. The INC...
Quebec parents seek class action against makers of ‘addictive’ Fortnite game
The filing alleges the game — which had some 250 million players worldwide as of March 2019, according to the manufacturer — was designed specifically to addict users.