Twenty-five young filmmakers from across the country debuted bold and eye-opening narratives on youth culture, identity, and tobacco control during the TobaccOFF NOW! Film Festival press event held ahead of the festival’s official premiere. Organized by Amber Studios in partnership with the Metro Manila Development Authority (MMDA), Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF), HealthJustice Philippines, Parents Against Vape, Action for Economic Reforms, Social Watch, the Philippine Smoke-Free Movement, and the Philippine Legislators’ Committee on Population and Development, the festival is part of a growing national movement that empowers the next generation to use film and storytelling as tools for social change.…
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GMA Network has dropped an exciting teaser for its upcoming action-drama series, “Never Say Die,” featuring Jillian Ward and David Licauco. The 30-second preview promises suspense, high-stakes action, and a gripping storyline that will keep viewers hooked. The teaser sets the stage in a world plagued by crime, with a voiceover warning, “Robbery, hold-ups, and murder are rampant,” followed by a promise that justice will be served. It hints at the intense challenges and dangers the main characters will face as the story unfolds. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rA_rSFfm97o Directed by Dominic Zapata, the series also stars veteran actors Raymart Santiago, Angelu de Leon,…
Kapamilya singer Fana dives deep into the raw realities of love and self-worth in her self-titled debut album, laying bare the heartbreak, healing, and self-discovery that come with learning to truly love oneself. After her PhilPop Himig Handog win with her rendition of Tiara Shaye’s “Wag Paglaruan,” Fana now embraces a fresh pop-R&B sound in her debut record. The album features eight tracks, including “Meron Pero Wala” with Ace$, “Overthinking,” “Gabi Gabi,” “Yoko Na” with Jarea, “Tabla Tayo,” “Get Me (Out), Wag Paglaruan (Solo Version),” and “Tawa Tawa (Na Lang).” The album was crafted alongside a powerhouse roster of collaborators.…
This festive season, House of Hype, Dubai Mall’s most spectacular immersive mega-experience, is turning the holidays upside down with The Winter Wonderverse, a surreal festive universe that only Dubai could dream up. Running from December 13 to 28, 2025, the event promises a larger-than-life remix of holiday classics across House of Hype’s 25 interactive zones, delivering glowing snow, dancing lights, mischievous elves, chaotic parades, and snacks almost too cute to eat. But this is not your typical winter village. House of Hype is bigger, wilder, brighter, and far more fun, a holiday universe for people who want their celebrations anything…
GCash’s GGives is inspiring Filipinos to honor and celebrate the “OG Breadwinners” in their families this Christmas by making meaningful gift-giving more accessible and budget-friendly. With the flexible GGives installment program, users can now purchase thoughtful, high-value gifts for the hardworking parents, siblings, and relatives who have long supported their families, without the stress of upfront costs. For generations, Filipino breadwinners have taken on tremendous responsibilities, working tirelessly to provide stability, opportunity, and comfort for their loved ones. As younger family members enter the workforce, the holiday season becomes the perfect opportunity to give back. Through GGives, this gesture becomes…
Rising band It All Started In May has just released their newest single, “Naaalala,” a nostalgic track that looks back on a love that slipped away. With gut-punch lines like “Bakit ganyan? Biglang nawala, dahil sumama ka na sa iba,” the song captures the sting of remembering someone who has moved on, making it the perfect “relapse” anthem for anyone who has ever revisited old feelings. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tr2IEpSOdb8&list=RDtr2IEpSOdb8&start_radio=1 The band, composed of Red (guitarist, lead vocalist), Pau (guitarist, vocalist), Jai (keyboardist), Mikee (drummer), and JP (bassist, vocalist), signed with Universal Records in February 2025 and has been on a steady rise…
On Thursday, February 5, 2026, the historic MiraNila Heritage House will open its gates for an extraordinary evening where music, memory, and cinema come together. As the sun sets over the 1929 estate, guests will be welcomed with an intimate house tour before gathering on the front lawn for a rare pairing of live performance and film. The night will feature: Violinist Alessio Benvenuti, praised as an “Artist of High National and International Value” Pianist Mariel Ilusorio, whose artistry has captivated audiences across four continents Together, they will perform selections by Ennio and Andrea Morricone from the beloved film Cinema…
Pandora introduces its ultimate lineup of holiday-ready jewelry essentials, featuring timeless and versatile pieces designed to carry you through every moment of the season. From intimate Christmas gatherings to the magic of New Year’s Eve, each item brings a thoughtful balance of effortless elegance and expressive sparkle. Picture intentional shine that never feels overdone, layers that look artfully composed, and accents that transform even the simplest outfit into something beautifully considered. This year’s festive edit highlights jewelry crafted to do the heavy lifting so you don’t have to. Discover earrings that instantly refine your look, from subtle shimmer to statement…
In commemoration of International Human Rights Day, Cinemata proudly presents Rising Waters, Raising Rights: Human Rights Through the Lens of Water, a thematic film program that explores human rights through the multifaceted role of water as survival, environment, memory, livelihood, and resistance. The program will run as online screenings from December 10 to 20, 2025, and will be accompanied by a Philippine kickoff event on December 10 at 2:00 PM at the UPFI Videotheque. The launch is co-organized with Film Workers Against Corruption and Elevated Frames PH, in partnership with Kinoise PH and Laya Coffee Diliman, with UPFI Film Center…
More than 7,000 learners at Antique National School will now benefit from safer, more conducive classrooms as the Security Bank Foundation, Inc. (SBFI) officially turned over a newly constructed two-storey, eight-classroom building through its flagship Build a School, Build a Nation program. For years, the school has faced severe overcrowding, with eleven sections housed in makeshift rooms separated only by thin partitions. “Students and teachers alike have to compete with noise and distractions while trying to learn,” said School Principal Roger Jomolo. As an alumnus, Jomolo expressed how meaningful the donation is to him. “Security Bank is very, very generous.…