An adventurous reimagining of Lord of the Flies set on a remote Visayan island, Bangaw brings William Golding’s classic tale into a bold Filipino context. Now in its 92nd season, the Far Eastern University Theater Guild (FTG) presents BANGAW, a Filipino play with music adapted from Golding’s iconic novel. Written by Gold Villar-Lim, with music by Vince Lim and additional songs by Dudz Teraña, the production is directed by Teraña, a PETA Senior Artist-Teacher and FTG’s Artistic Director. Through a distinctly Filipino lens, the play interrogates survival, leadership, and identity in a fractured society shaped by present-day realities. Set on…
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The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) has recognized the SM Group for its strong support of the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) Program, highlighting the company’s comprehensive efforts to reduce plastic use, recover plastic packaging, and strengthen on-ground waste management systems across its diverse businesses. During an event held on January 30, 2026, the DENR commended SM’s coordinated, group-wide approach that goes beyond compliance with Republic Act No. 11898, or the EPR Law of 2022. The agency cited SM for advancing plastic recovery and reduction initiatives, driving innovation, and promoting inclusive circular economy practices aligned with the national “Zero…
For countless Filipinos, working overseas is both a sacrifice and a necessity. Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) leave home for years at a time, separated by oceans from their loved ones, in pursuit of better opportunities for their families. In exchange, they endure homesickness, loneliness, cultural displacement, language barriers, and even racism, hardships carried quietly in the hope of securing a more stable future back home. Hailed as the country’s “modern-day heroes,” OFWs significantly sustain the Philippine economy through remittances. Yet despite decades of labor and sacrifice abroad, the promise of improved collective living conditions remains elusive. Their departure and return…
Days move fast. For daily commuters, they are a constant juggle—beating the rush, staying on schedule, and making sure you get from home to work as quickly as possible. Which is why nothing spikes commuter stress like realizing you’re low on balance—right when you’re already in line, already late, and already surrounded by equally rushed strangers. Suddenly, it’s a scramble: searching for a top-up station, queuing behind others, or dealing with reloading machines that seem to break only during peak hours or even the ticket booths where card top-up lines merge with single-journey ticket purchases. In the middle of rush…
2GO Special Container and Value-Added Services, Inc. (SCVASI), the Philippines’ leading ISO tank and cold chain logistics provider, is expanding its ISO tank fleet to strengthen its capacity to transport coconut-based products and biofuels for international markets. The new units are expected to increase SCVASI’s ISO tank operations by at least 40 percent. The recent acquisition of additional ISO tanks in September aligns with the anticipated growth in coconut-based exports, particularly as global demand for coconut oils, oleochemicals, and other liquid derivatives continues to rise. Reliable bulk-liquid logistics are critical for exporters scaling up shipments of food-grade liquids, chemicals, and…
beIN SPORTS, the leading sports broadcaster in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), has announced record-breaking viewership figures for its coverage of the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025 (AFCON 2025), marking the most-watched edition of the tournament in the network’s history. Across television and digital platforms, the tournament attracted more than 3.45 billion cumulative viewers, reflecting unprecedented engagement with African football across the region. Held from 21 December 2025 to 18 January 2026, the month-long competition delivered 1.75 billion cumulative TV viewers, a 127 percent increase from 770 million in 2023. The final, played on Sunday…
FN Designs presents Home, Again, a deeply personal and immersive exhibition by visual artist Sahar Ghavami. The show transforms themes of loss, childhood, and healing into fantastical visual worlds, offering a heartfelt tribute to rescue animals and the bonds they inspire. Rooted in memory, imagination, and emotional resilience, Home, Again explores love, loss, and the longing for connection. Ghavami’s work creates childlike, immersive spaces where fantasy and reality gently merge, inviting viewers into her inner world. Sahar Ghavami holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts and a Master of Education, a combination that informs her narrative-driven practice. Over the past eight…
Sparkle artist Arabelle Dela Cruz claimed a major international victory after being named Grand Champion of South Korea’s Veiled Cup, placing Filipino talent in the global spotlight. Known as the “Laguna Diva,” the Kapuso singer battled through weeks of intense vocal showdowns against top Asian performers in the highly competitive singing competition. Arabelle ultimately emerged victorious, surpassing fellow finalists Gyeongsangdo Gangcheolseongdae, Bangkok Soulman, Vientiane Redhair, and Phangaman Fighter. The journey began on Philippine television with Veiled Musician Philippines, staged for the first time on All-Out Sundays and produced by GMA Entertainment Group to select the country’s representatives for Veiled Cup…
GMA Network and ABS-CBN reunite for the launch of The Secrets of Hotel 88, a gripping suspense series led by the standout housemates of Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Collab Edition 1. The show makes its television debut on GMA Prime on March 2 at 9:35 PM, following its early digital release on iWant starting February 23. Headlining the series are Big Winners Mika Salamanca and Brent Manalo, joined by fellow PBB housemates AZ Martinez, Ralph De Leon, River Joseph, Klarisse De Guzman, Esnyr Ranollo, Xyriel Manabat, Josh Ford, Kira Balinger, Dustin Yu, Bianca De Vera, and Will Ashley. Produced by…
Filipinos are meticulous spenders. We compare prices, hunt for promos, and even haggle at the wet market. But when it comes to our eyesight, the sense that helps us navigate traffic, read messages from loved ones, or savor a weekend coffee, we often take it for granted. If you can still read your phone or recognize faces across the room, it’s easy to assume your vision is “good enough.” But eyesight doesn’t always fail dramatically. It often declines gradually, weaving small frustrations into daily life until we accept them as normal. This subtle strain affects productivity, focus, and overall well-being,…