The Sandbox Collective brings back its acclaimed, Gawad Buhay-recognized production to Makati The Sandbox Collective is bringing back its acclaimed staging of the award-winning rock musical Spring Awakening for a highly anticipated and limited rerun in February 2027 at The Black Box at The Proscenium Theater, Rockwell Center, Makati City. The production’s return follows its remarkable recognition at the Gawad Buhay Awards, where it received 17 citations, cementing its place among the most celebrated local theater productions of the season. Winner of eight Tony Awards, including Best Musical, Spring Awakening features book and lyrics by Steven Sater and music by…
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Education Secretary Sonny Angara presented the Department of Education’s (DepEd) proposed ₱975.96-billion budget for Fiscal Year 2027 before the House Committee on Appropriations on Monday, while seeking an additional ₱145.19 billion to fund critical programs not included in the proposed National Expenditure Program (NEP). While the proposed NEP budget safeguards DepEd’s core operations, Angara said additional funding is needed to sustain efforts in learning recovery, personnel hiring, school infrastructure, and safety. He thanked President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. and Congress for the previous year’s historic ₱1.015-trillion allocation, which enabled DepEd to pursue reforms aimed at improving learning outcomes and strengthening…
Pascual Laboratories, Inc. (PascualLab), one of the Philippines’ leading pharmaceutical companies, marks its 80th anniversary with the launch of two new health and wellness products—Alevia-B and MyColla C—alongside new campaigns for several of its flagship brands. Founded in 1946, PascualLab has spent eight decades developing accessible, family-friendly health and wellness products for Filipino consumers. As it reaches this milestone, the company continues to broaden its portfolio, entering the mobility market while strengthening its food supplementation and beauty and personal care offerings. Alevia-B: Triple-Action Support for Pain and Nerve Health PascualLab expands into the mobility category with Alevia-B, a formulation combining…
Filipino narrative short film “Ang Pagbabalik ni Max Buwaya” continues to gain international recognition after being officially selected for the Diwa Filipino Film Festival in Seattle, Washington, this October, and the 7th Gandhara Independent Film Festival in Pakistan this month, where it will compete in the Foreign Language Narrative Short category. Set in 1989, the film follows Rody, played by Jun Sabayton, an aging former ring villain who once performed under the moniker Max Buwaya during the height of the local professional wrestling era. Now living an isolated life decades after his heyday, Rody finds comfort in his old wrestling…
The iconic Masculados are back with a brand-new single, “Saging,” marking their return to Universal Records and another chapter in the group’s musical journey. Now available on streaming platforms, the song also comes with a music video on the Universal Records YouTube channel. The title is more than just a playful choice, as bananas have become a staple in the group’s pre-workout diet, helping them stay energized and maintain their physique for their demanding performances. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FSCGLLaxQgM Known for their energetic performances and unmistakable sound, Masculados are bringing back the signature personality that longtime fans have come to love while giving…
Marvel Television is expanding its acclaimed supernatural corner of the Marvel Cinematic Universe with VisionQuest, an all-new original series set to premiere exclusively on Disney+ on October 14. The series brings back Paul Bettany as Vision and marks the latest chapter in the story that began with the groundbreaking and award-winning WandaVision in 2021 and continued with Agatha All Along in 2024. In VisionQuest, Vision has been rebooted and is now in hiding after escaping from those who sought to weaponize him. As he searches for a new sense of purpose, he turns to the AI personas embedded within his…
The heat is officially turning up as Netflix’s live-action Avatar: The Last Airbender returns for its third and final season in 2027, with Aang and the Gaang heading deeper into the Fire Nation. Netflix has unveiled a first look at the upcoming season, featuring Daniel Dae Kim returning as Fire Lord Ozai as the heroes face greater danger, destiny, and familiar faces. The final season follows the dramatic events of Season 2, which left Aang (Gordon Cormier) in critical condition after Azula (Elizabeth Yu) struck him with lightning while he was in the Avatar State. The attack could have devastating…
BGYO members Gelo, Akira, JL, Mikki, and Nate are stepping into leading man roles as they explore different sides of romance in “Vertical On Demand,” a microdrama series inspired by the group’s latest EP On Demand. The ongoing series is available on the BGYO Official YouTube channel, bringing the EP’s songs to life through bite-sized stories about love, dating, relationships, and the unexpected twists that come with them. The series opened with “Life’s Too Short,” starring Akira, JL, and Reign Parani, which follows Jules (Akira) as he gathers the courage to confess his feelings to Diane (Reign). With the help…
Filipino moviegoers are in for a bigger and more immersive adventure as DreamWorks Animation’s Forgotten Island arrives at SM Cinema branches nationwide on September 23, 2026, bringing a story rooted in Filipino mythology and culture to the big screen. The animated adventure follows lifelong best friends Jo and Raissa, whose final night together takes an unexpected turn when they are transported to Nakali, a mystical island populated by creatures inspired by the Filipino folklore they grew up hearing. As they search for a way home, the friends face a difficult choice that could cost them the memories that have shaped…
Big milestones call for bigger rewards. As part of its 75th anniversary celebration, Security Bank is giving clients more reasons to pursue their goals through its “Unlock the Life You Deserve” raffle promo, offering exciting prizes to clients who avail of select banking products. Running from July 10 to November 30, 2026, the promo gives clients who avail of a Security Bank Auto Loan, Home Loan, or Credit Card the chance to earn raffle entries and win prizes, including the grand prize—a BYD Sealion 6 DM-i. The anniversary promo reflects Security Bank’s commitment to helping clients take meaningful steps toward…