Music lovers are invited to a magical evening of Russian Romanticism as the MSO Foundation, Inc. and Standard Insurance, in partnership with EastWest Bank, present Dancing with Tchaikovsky on September 27, 2025, 7:30 PM at the Aliw Theater in Pasay City. This special concert celebrates the timeless genius of Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, featuring the Festival Coronation March, Variations on a Rococo Theme for Cello and Orchestra, and the beloved Sleeping Beauty Suite. These works will be brought to life by the Manila Symphony Orchestra under the baton of guest conductor Alexander Vikulov, with cello prodigy and MSJO–Standard Insurance scholar Damodar…
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Mang Inasal, the Philippines’ Grill Expert, has officially reopened its very first store at Robinsons Place Iloilo. The refreshed branch now showcases Mang Inasal’s new 5G (fifth generation) store design, a future-ready concept blending heritage, innovation, and digital convenience. The blessing and relaunch took place on August 31, 2025, with Mang Inasal President Mike V. Castro, brand ambassador Coco Martin, and Iloilo City Vice Mayor Love Baronda leading the celebration. The grand reopening followed on September 1, honoring the city that gave birth to one of the country’s most beloved restaurant brands. Founded by Edgar “Injap” Sia II in Iloilo,…
Netflix’s upcoming Korean thriller As You Stood By will stream globally on November 7, following its selection for the prestigious On Screen section at the 30th Busan International Film Festival (BIFF). Based on Hideo Okuda’s acclaimed novel Naomi & Kanako, the series tells the gripping story of two women whose lives are pushed to the breaking point. Eun-su (Jeon So-nee), a capable VIP luxury handler at a department store, struggles with trauma from her childhood, when she witnessed her father’s violence toward her mother. Her best friend Hui-su (Lee You-mi), once a promising children’s book writer, now lives under the…
NephroPlus, Asia’s largest dialysis network (Source: Frost & Sullivan Report), has expanded its footprint in the Philippines with the acquisition of six additional dialysis clinics, strengthening its presence and commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centered kidney care. This strategic move brings the company’s total number of clinics in the country to 39, serving more than 2,093 patients nationwide. The newly acquired clinics are located in Zamboanga City, Santiago (Isabela), Cabuyao (Laguna), Binondo (Manila), CP Garcia Avenue (Diliman, Quezon City), and E. Rodriguez Avenue (Quezon City). The expansion forms part of NephroPlus’s broader international growth strategy and highlights its long-term commitment to…
Security Bank has officially opened its newest branch in Antipolo-Cogeo, marking its 359th branch nationwide and strengthening its presence in Rizal. The new branch brings the bank’s signature BetterBanking experience closer to residents and local businesses in one of Antipolo’s fastest-growing communities. “Our newest branch is strategically located here in Cogeo, Antipolo, a growing hub where commerce, community, and connectivity converge,” said Leslie Y. Cham, Executive Vice President and Branch Banking Group Head at Security Bank. “It’s the perfect place to deliver our enhanced banking services even closer to you. The Antipolo-Cogeo branch embodies a modern, client-centric environment designed to…
The AJP Tour Asia Continental Jiu-Jitsu Championship wrapped up on Sunday after three days of world-class competition at Mubadala Arena in Abu Dhabi. Organized by Abu Dhabi Jiu-Jitsu Pro (AJP), the event brought together more than 1,000 male and female athletes from around the globe, competing across juniors, masters, amateurs, and professional divisions. Commando Group emerged as the top-performing team in the professional division, earning 42,100 points to claim first place. M.O.D UAE followed in second place with 23,400 points, while Baniyas Jiu-Jitsu Club secured third with 11,200 points. The team’s dominance extended beyond the professional division. In the amateurs…
Anker, a global leader in charging technology, has introduced its latest Nano series lineup, alongside the Anker Laptop Charger – designed for fast-charging in a compact package to fit real life on-the-go; from red-eye flights and coffee-shop work sprints to road trips and your long drive back home. The lineup blends retractable-cable convenience and cool-running GaN efficiency to keep everything from MacBook Air and iPhone 16 to tablets, drones, and cameras powered up – without the cable clutter. Anker Laptop Powerbank (A1695) – the “carry-on power station” for work trips and weekend escapes The Anker Laptop Powerbank pairs a compact…
Jong Madaliday, a 25-year-old trending star from Cotabato City, has been crowned the grand champion of The Clash 2025. The electrifying grand finale took place on September 7, where the talented finalists battled for the coveted title. Joining Jong in the Final 4 were Liafer Deloso, Juary Sabith, and Arabella dela Cruz. The night opened with powerful performances from the finalists. Arabella delivered a heartfelt rendition of Take Me Out of the Dark, followed by Juary’s soulful performance of I Look to You. Liafer belted out a powerful version of Go the Distance, and Jong closed the first round with…
The Cinemalaya Philippine Independent Film Festival is setting sail once more, marking its 21st edition with a bold celebration of storytelling and the Filipino spirit. Happening from October 3 to 12, 2025, this year’s festival carries the theme “Layag sa Alon, Hangin, at Unos” (Sailing through Waves, Wind, and Storm), a fitting metaphor for the resilience of independent filmmakers who continue to navigate the challenges and opportunities of the evolving cinematic landscape. Since its founding in 2005, Cinemalaya has supported the creation of more than 1,000 films, giving voice to both emerging and established filmmakers who explore the diverse realities…
Kim Woo-bin and Suzy are finally back on screen together in the highly anticipated dark romantic comedy Genie, Make a Wish, which premieres worldwide on October 3 exclusively on Netflix. In this dark romantic comedy, Kim Woo-bin plays a genie who awakens after a thousand years, only to find himself bound to Ga-young (Suzy), his cold and calculating new master. With three wishes and a deadly wager hanging over them, the pair are forced into a tense partnership where survival, desire, and power collide. As Ga-young struggles with her own secrets and emotions, her evolving relationship with Genie becomes as…