A young soprano faces a difficult choice between preserving the voice that has defined his life and fully embracing his identity as a man in “Piyesa,” a 19-minute-59-second Ilocano coming-of-age musical written and directed by Ryand Ugalde. The film is among the 10 finalists of the Sine Kabataan Short Film Lab & Festival 2026, organized by the Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP). The film follows Kris (Nichole Ballesteros), a star soprano whose exceptional voice has earned him a place in the chorale and a full scholarship. Months after starting hormone replacement therapy, changes in his body and voice…
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GMA Pictures’ 58th has been named among eight Philippine films shortlisted as contenders for the country’s official submission to the Best International Feature Film category of the 99th Academy Awards, or the Oscars. The Philippines’ official entry will be announced on September 4 during the opening ceremony of Philippine Film Industry Month, organized by the Film Development Council of the Philippines. Combining animation and archival footage, 58th revisits the Maguindanao Massacre, widely regarded as the deadliest attack on journalists in history. The film brings renewed attention to the story of Reynaldo “Bebot” Momay, whose body was never recovered and whose…
The Department of Education (DepEd) will hold the National Simultaneous School Safety Drill on September 3, with strengthened safeguards to ensure that preparedness activities build confidence without compromising learners’ physical and psychological well-being. The rescheduled exercise follows consultations with medical and mental health partners, including the Philippine Psychiatric Association, the Philippine Society for Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, and the Philippine Pediatric Society, to ensure that safety measures follow child-centered and trauma-informed standards under the “Do No Harm” principle. Education Secretary Sonny Angara said school safety must address both physical security and mental health. “Safety is not just about physical security;…
The Department of Education (DepEd) is strengthening its crackdown on campus bullying, physical assault, threats, and other serious offenses, with penalties that may include non-readmission, exclusion from school, and referral to law enforcement or social welfare authorities. The measures are outlined in DepEd Order No. 006, s. 2026, or the Guidelines on Ensuring a Safe and Motivating Learning Environment (ESMLE), which consolidates learner protection protocols and reinforces the Department’s zero-tolerance approach to violence and serious disruption in schools. DepEd said the guidelines will be implemented in coordination with partner agencies, local government units (LGUs), law enforcement authorities, and communities to…
Families can reunite with Woody, Buzz Lightyear, Jessie, and the rest of the beloved gang as Disney and Pixar’s global blockbuster Toy Story 5 begins streaming exclusively on Disney+ Philippines on September 23, 2026. The new adventure brings the beloved toys into a new era where Toy meets Tech. Woody, Buzz, Jessie, and the rest of the gang face an unexpected challenge when they encounter Lilypad, a brand-new tablet device with her own disruptive ideas about what is best for their kid, Bonnie. As toys and technology collide, the gang must find a way to keep the magic of playtime…
Nine years after being framed, a fallen prosecutor returns to settle the score in Made in Korea Season 2, premiering September 9 exclusively on Disney+. Named one of TIME’s most anticipated K-dramas of 2026, the second season follows Baek Kitae as he continues his ruthless rise to power after successfully framing prosecutor Jang Geonyoung. Now serving as Deputy Director of the Korean CIA (KCIA), Kitae expands his wealth, influence, and drug operations across the region, but political unrest and growing public discontent threaten to disrupt his empire. From the shadows, Geonyoung finally resurfaces with revenge nine years in the making.…
De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde (DLS-CSB) film educator and advocacy filmmaker Seymour Sanchez recently led a Science Communication Workshop in Palawan, equipping students and teachers with storytelling tools to make scientific research more engaging and accessible to the public. Held on August 18 at Palawan State University (PalSU), the workshop was part of the Department of Science and Technology-MIMAROPA Regional Science, Technology, and Innovation Week. The initiative aimed to help participants translate complex scientific concepts into compelling narratives using visual media. PalSU President Dr. Venzon L. Limpiada delivered the welcome remarks, followed by lectures from Sanchez and Dr. Aimee…
SN Aboitiz Power-Benguet, Inc. (SNAP-Benguet), in partnership with Aboitiz Foundation, Inc. (AFI), has brought reliable electricity to Kiweng Primary School in Barangay Ambuklao, Bokod, Benguet through the installation of a 5-kWp hybrid solar power system. The system was formally turned over on August 26, 2026, at the Barangay Ambuklao Function Hall, in an event attended by school officials, local government representatives, and executives from SNAP-Benguet and Aboitiz Foundation. The project is expected to benefit the school’s 23 students and two teachers by providing a more reliable source of power for learning and daily school activities. The initiative is part of…
Access to modern medical equipment is crucial to delivering quality healthcare, but the substantial investment required can be a challenge for hospitals and healthcare providers. To help address this need, Security Bank has partnered with healthcare procurement platform Dr. Bidder, providing healthcare institutions with access to financing options for medical equipment through a more streamlined process. The partnership was formalized during a memorandum of agreement (MOA) signing attended by Vireo Loadworks Inc. Director Octavius Ceasar Cajucom; Vireo Loadworks President and CEO Dr. Loysa Orense; Security Bank First Vice President and Area Head of Area 7 San Juan Ginger Tulio; First…
New character trailers and visuals for Hinao and Char Kyonagi have been unveiled for the highly anticipated anime adaptation of “Kagurabachi,” giving fans a closer look at two important characters ahead of the series’ premiere. Miku Ito will lend her voice to Hinao, who works at Cafe Haru Haru, a place that serves as a connection between the underworld and sorcerers. Meanwhile, Miyari Nemoto will voice Char Kyonagi, a cheerful and courageous young girl who finds herself being pursued for mysterious reasons. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K2KIkl-yF1o Based on Takeru Hokazono’s hit manga, “Kagurabachi” has surpassed 4 million copies in circulation, including digital editions.…