A major concert and a Holy Mass will formally launch the activities commemorating the 40th anniversary of the historic EDSA People Power 1. The celebration begins with the People Power 40 Kick-Off Concert titled “Awit at Aksyon Kontra Korapsyon,” scheduled on February 21 at Quezon Memorial Circle. The event will gather some of the country’s... Continue Reading →
As JCI Manila formally presents its 2026 Board of Directors, the organization also marks a historic milestone with the launch of the first-ever Monching Awards—a premier internal recognition platform designed to elevate purpose, performance, and brotherhood within Asia’s first and premier JCI chapter. More than an awards program, the Monching Awards reflects JCI Manila’s renewed... Continue Reading →
Veteran actresses Pilar Pilapil and Gelli de Belen spoke candidly about working with younger actors during a press conference for the psychological thriller Mantsa, held on January 20 in Quezon City. Drawing from decades of experience in the entertainment industry, the actresses reflected on common on-set issues and shared advice for the next generation of... Continue Reading →
Puregold continues to spotlight Filipino sari-sari store owners and micro-entrepreneurs through its ongoing Sari-Sari Stories video series, with its latest installment featuring a special cameo from BINI leader Jhoanna. Titled “The Witness,” the short film presents a gentle coming-of-age love story that unfolds over the years, shaped by life’s changes, enduring routines, and the quiet... Continue Reading →
Six international films scheduled to hit Philippine cinemas this week have received their official classifications from the Movie and Television Review and Classification Board (MTRCB). In a statement, the MTRCB said it has assigned age-appropriate ratings to the upcoming titles as part of its continuing mandate to help Filipino viewers make informed and responsible viewing... Continue Reading →
For its third edition, Puregold CinePanalo Film Festival has revealed the top 20 student short films culled from an impressive pool of 267 submissions nationwide. Chosen from an initial top 53 shortlist, the select entries were crafted by the Philippines’ most promising student filmmakers who are poised to shape the future of Philippine cinema. The... Continue Reading →
The Marikina City government has approved sweeping tax relief measures to help residents and small businesses manage rising costs, including a 100 percent tax exemption for sari-sari stores and carinderias for tax year 2026, as well as a complete amnesty on interests and surcharges for delinquent real property taxpayers. The measures were signed into law... Continue Reading →
A study released in 2011 by public administration scholars from the University of the Philippines pointed to the anti-corruption strategy of the administration of former President Corazon Aquino as an effective framework that could still be applied in future efforts to combat corruption. The research examined how the Aquino administration addressed corruption issues and concluded... Continue Reading →
Veteran political strategist and former Philippine representative to Taiwan Lito Banayo has expressed admiration for Navotas Rep. Toby Tiangco, citing his integrity following his public disclosure about the circumstances surrounding disputed budget dealings involving Leyte Rep. and then–House Speaker Martin Romualdez. In his column published by Manila Standard, Banayo described Tiangco as an unexpected yet... Continue Reading →
Breaking The Silence is a timely and socially relevant mental health film, according to its writer-director Errorl Ropero, during a press conference after its premiere night on January 10 in Quezon City. Photo credit via GUMMY Entertainment Production | Facebook Produced by Gummy Entertainment Productions, this newest advocacy film courageously explores the impact of bullying... Continue Reading →
