Paul Thomas Anderson’s highly anticipated film One Battle After Another, starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Sean Penn, has won over critics ahead of its wide release. Written, directed, and produced by Anderson, the film currently holds a 97% Certified Fresh rating on Rotten Tomatoes. Empire hailed the film as “a blast from start to finish (and there are many blasts within),” calling it “a stone-cold, instant classic.” https://youtu.be/-Q_8SHbon64?si=PZLd-mQ4CcwO0pSX RogerEbert.com also praised Anderson’s latest, describing it as “a timeless story of resistance” that “playfully weaves together influences as broad-reaching as the true story of Weather Underground and cinematic depictions of rebellion.” The…
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Security Bank Foundation, Inc. (SBFI) received three prestigious awards at the 21st Philippine Quill Awards held on August 27, 2025, at The Manila Hotel, recognizing sustained impact in advancing education through long-term programs and partnerships. SBFI received a Quill Award of Excellence for its “Paint a Classroom, Paint a Brighter Future” initiative, where Security Bank employees repainted Foundation-donated classrooms and took part in reflection sessions on the value of education and volunteerism. This marks the Foundation’s fourth Excellence Award since 2015. Two Quill Merit Awards were also given for SBFI’s flagship education programs: “Hand in Hand: Partnership for Transforming the…
Acclaimed Mandopop artist Chen Linong joins forces with Filipino band Lola Amour for the heartfelt new single “With You,” delivering a performance filled with raw vulnerability and emotional depth. Chen Linong’s empathetic, crystal-clear vocals begin as a tender whisper before swelling into a soulful outpouring of emotion, seamlessly blending with the rich and expressive tones of Lola Amour’s vocalist, Pio Dumayas. The contrast between their voices creates texture and emotional tension, breathing life into the song’s narrative. This collaboration brings together some of Asia’s most exciting musical talents. Lola Amour skyrocketed to fame in 2023 with their smash hit “Raining…
SB19’s Justin de Dios has been officially confirmed to make a special participation appearance in GMA Network’s highly anticipated fantasy series Encantadia Chronicles: Sang’gre. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=miV_LEaSF80 While Justin’s inclusion in the series has been announced, GMA Network has yet to reveal details about his character or how significant his role will be in the storyline. Fans are already abuzz after a teaser showed Justin wearing an ethereal costume and appearing alongside the four new generation gem-keepers: Terra (Bianca Umali), Flamarra (Faith Da Silva), Adamus (Kelvin Miranda), and Deia (Angel Guardian). This has sparked speculation that he may be portraying a character…
Prepare for a roller coaster of emotions as GMA Network’s award-winning drama anthology Wish Ko Lang! celebrates its anniversary with a gripping two-part special titled “Blood Control.” The episodes air on September 20 and 27 on GMA Network. Hosted by veteran broadcast journalist Vicky Morales, this milestone special brings together an exceptional cast led by Kapuso Primetime Princess Barbie Forteza as Clara, alongside Sam Concepcion as Daniel, in a story of resilience, self-discovery, and hope. “Blood Control” follows the life of Clara, a young woman born with albinism. Kept hidden from the public eye by her cruel foster mother, Clara…
ESG ratings have become a key benchmark for investors, regulators, and customers to evaluate how well companies manage long-term environmental, social, and governance (ESG) risks. Among these standards, the MSCI ESG Rating is one of the most widely recognized globally—used by asset managers and analysts to assess companies’ resilience to issues like climate change, labor practices, and corporate ethics. What is an MSCI ESG rating? MSCI ESG Ratings aim to measure a company’s resilience to long-term ESG risks. Companies are scored on a scale ranging from AAA (leader) to CCC (laggard), relative to industry peers. Ratings are based on a…
Get ready for a wild ride and an even wilder reptile as Paul Rudd and Jack Black team up for the outrageous new comedy film “Anaconda.” With big stakes, bigger snakes, and chaos at every turn, this Amazon-set adventure promises to deliver equal parts laughter and danger. In “Anaconda,” Doug (Jack Black) and Griff (Paul Rudd) have been inseparable since childhood, bonded by their shared love for the cult classic creature feature Anaconda. Now, with midlife crises creeping in, the best friends decide there is no better time to chase their lifelong dream: remaking their favorite movie. https://youtu.be/SvfxOesLpf4 Armed with…
The Nation’s Girl Group BINI is taking fans beyond the spotlight in “BINI World Tour Stories,” a brand-new six-episode docuseries premiering exclusively on iWant this September 21 at 8 PM. From sold-out concerts to raw, unfiltered moments off stage, the series follows BINI members Aiah, Colet, Maloi, Gwen, Stacey, Mikha, Jhoanna, and Sheena as they conquer global stages and share the realities of life on tour, from time away from home to the pressures of fame, all while staying grounded in their sisterhood. Fresh from making history as the first Filipino act to sell out the Philippine Arena during the…
This Grandparents’ Day, Mang Inasal is bringing families together to celebrate lolo and lola with meals they love and flavors that make them smile. From September 1 to 15, 2025, diners can enjoy Mang Inasal’s Grandparents’ Day Treat, featuring two Palabok Regulars with two Small Drinks for only Php 195, or one Palabok Regular with a Small Drink and one Extra Creamy Halo-Halo Small for Php 144, saving Php 25 on either option. Guests can also swap the Extra Creamy Halo-Halo for the Crema de Leche Halo-Halo Small if they prefer a different sweet ending. According to Mang Inasal president…
The internet is buzzing as comedy legend Michael V. unveils his latest parody character, Ciala Dismaya, in what promises to be one of the most talked-about sketches of the year. Fans immediately noticed Michael V.’s uncanny resemblance to the controversial, headline-making personality that inspired the character, making the upcoming spoof one of the most anticipated moments on Bubble Gang this Sunday. Bitoy revealed that he first noticed the resemblance himself while watching a Senate hearing and joked that with just a little effort, he could already mimic the person. He admitted he initially didn’t plan to do an impression, but…