Baguio-based singer-songwriter Plume explores this poignant question in his latest single, “Ikot,” released under AltG Records. Blending heartfelt lyricism with emotional vulnerability, the track reflects on bittersweet farewells and the realization that not every ending is caused by someone’s mistakes—sometimes, it’s simply fate. Inspired by a deeply personal conversation with his girlfriend, “Ikot” began with a simple but thought-provoking question: What if one of you disappeared the next day? How would you say goodbye? That conversation became the emotional foundation of the song, which chooses acceptance over blame and comfort over heartbreak. As Plume shared, “The inspiration was a conversation…
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Korean actor Kim Ji Soo is set to meet Filipino fans as he headlines the grand opening of the newly renovated Marithé + François Girbaud flagship store at SM Mall of Asia on August 5, 2026. As the brand’s ambassador, Kim Ji Soo will lead the ceremonial opening before taking part in a series of exclusive fan activities celebrating the launch of the refreshed Marithé + François Girbaud flagship store. Fans can look forward to a special meet-and-greet experience, with qualified shoppers getting the chance to take commemorative photos with the actor. Selected attendees will also receive exclusive merchandise personally…
Two student films from the Far Eastern University (FEU) Department of Communication have been officially selected for the 16th BINISAYA International Film Festival, marking another milestone for the university’s growing presence in the Philippine independent film scene. “Ani” and “Where the Cave Ends” earned their spots in the festival after premiering in the All Tamaraws Division of Sinepiyu XVIII: DIWA “Mula sa Lente ng Katauhan” last May. Their selection adds to the expanding list of FEU student productions being showcased in film festivals beyond the university. The 16th BINISAYA International Film Festival will be held in Cebu City from August…
Lala self-penned the tracks that were produced by DNA Music label head Gab Tagadtad. “Ako at Ikaw Lang” is a pop-alternative love song about two people defying judgment and choosing each other no matter what others say. Lala captured the rush of young love in its intimate, emotional, and proudly romantic lyrics. Her performance video for the song premiered on ABS-CBN Star Music YouTube channel last Friday (July 31). Meanwhile, “Karma” is a reggae track that blends humor, storytelling, and social commentary. In a TikTok post, Lala said that the song is based on a popular tongue twister but there…
A new chapter in OPM festival experiences is about to begin. This November 28, 2026, music lovers from across the country will gather in Filinvest Event Grounds Alabang, Muntinlupa City for Harana Music Festival 2026, an acoustic music festival promising one of the most refreshing and intimate OPM experiences of the year. What began as a vision to create a more personal and meaningful music festival is now becoming a reality. Harana Music Festival introduces a fresh concept to the Philippine festival scene—one that celebrates the beauty of simplicity, heartfelt performances, and genuine connections between artists and audiences. Harana embraces…
Alexa Ilacad and Gelo Rivera’s beloved on-screen pairing continues to win over audiences as the second season of The Chambermaid’s Daughter debuted at No. 1 on iWant’s most-watched charts in the Philippines and climbed to No. 2 globally following its July 30 premiere. The series also generated massive online buzz, with “IWANT GELEX TCD 2” and “GELEX TCD2iWant TopONE” becoming top trending topics on X as fans celebrated the return of the hit vertical romance. Directed by Theodore Boborol, Season 2 follows Hannah (Alexa), who has risen from being a room attendant to becoming the vice president of operations at…
As part of its commitment to making banking easier for travelers, East West Banking Corporation (EastWest) is renewing its support for Philippine tourism through a two-year partnership with the Philippine Tour Operators Association (PHILTOA) as the exclusive credit card partner and co-presenter of the 37th and 38th Philippine Travel Mart, the country’s longest-running travel trade exhibition. Building on its partnership with PHILTOA that began during the 36th Philippine Travel Mart in 2025, EastWest continues to support Filipino travelers through secure payment solutions, flexible financing options, and travel-focused credit card benefits. During the Philippine Travel Mart, EastWest cardholders can enjoy one…
Education Secretary Sonny Angara commended the Philippine National Police for their swift arrest of individuals behind online school threat hoaxes, making clear that disruptive online pranks carry legal and administrative penalties under a whole-of-society effort for campus safety. Secretary Angara emphasized the necessity of a unified approach involving law enforcement, local government units (LGUs), parents, schools, and communities to maintain safe, orderly, and uninterrupted learning environments. “Salamat sa PNP at sa ating security sector sa mabilis na pag-aksyon para matukoy at mapanagot ang mga nagpapakalat ng online threat sa ating mga paaralan. Alinsunod na rin ito sa direktiba ni Pangulong…
Netflix is set to premiere its new Korean mystery thriller Mousetrap on August 28, bringing an unsettling tale inspired by an old Korean folktale that says a rat can transform into a person after eating their clipped fingernails. The eerie legend serves as the foundation for a suspense-filled story about identity, deception, and survival. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9fJAmDxhD4M The series follows Moon-jae, a reclusive novelist who writes under a pen name and has lived in isolation for years. His quiet routine is suddenly disrupted when his fingerprint no longer unlocks his phone, his passwords stop working, and every trace of his identity begins…
In a bid to scale up private sector participation and address resource gaps in basic education, the Department of Education (DepEd) on Thursday rolled out its new Adopt-A-School Program (ASP) Platform during the Visayas leg of its nationwide ASP roadshow. The new digital gateway streamlines how corporate sponsors, civic groups, and private donors invest in public basic education—offering transparent project matching, streamlined donation tracking, and direct access to tax incentives under Republic Act No. 8525 or the Adopt-A-School Act of 1998 and Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) regulations. Education Secretary Sonny Angara emphasized that bridging critical resource gaps requires an…