Netflix Animation Studios is reimagining the classic Cinderella fairy tale with Steps, a new animated adventure that puts the spotlight on the princess’s often-misunderstood stepsisters. Featuring Ali Wong and Stephanie Hsu as the voices of Lilith and Margot, the film arrives on Netflix on November 20, 2026. While the familiar tale revolves around a royal ball, a glass slipper, and a magical midnight deadline, Steps explores the story from a different perspective, challenging the idea that Cinderella’s stepsisters are simply villains. The film follows Lilith and Margot as their actions set off a chain of events that threatens the entire…
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Apothecary Productions brings Deaf Filipino artist CJ Reynaldo’s comic Whatcha Saying? to the stage this November, with performances in Quezon City and La Union. Written and directed by Heart Romero, Whatcha Saying? – A Stage Adaptation explores friendship, love, identity, and college life through the experiences of a Deaf student navigating a predominantly hearing world. The one-act play follows CJ, a Deaf freshman student who meets his schoolmates Liam and Sarah. As the three build connections, they discover new ways to communicate and understand one another, navigating the challenges and discoveries of college life. Blending humor and warmth, the production…
Prime Video is bringing back the comedy showdown as LOL: Last One Laughing Philippines Season 2 premieres on October 30, 2026, exclusively on the streaming platform. Hosted by Vice Ganda, the hit comedy competition reunites 10 comedians for a six-hour battle to make their opponents laugh while keeping a straight face. The new season challenges contestants to use every comedic trick they have, from outrageous characters and sharp punchlines to physical comedy, improvisation, and unexpected antics. With laughter carrying consequences, even the smallest reaction could put a contestant at risk of elimination. As the competition progresses, the comedians must maintain…
Dulaang Unibersidad ng Pilipinas (Dulaang UP) reimagines José Rizal’s landmark novel Noli Me Tángere in Fiestas y Muertos, a theatrical production that examines the contradictions of colonial society through the spectacle of public celebrations and the grim realities of poverty, corruption, and suffering. Running from October 23 to November 15, 2026, at the IBG-KAL Theatre in UP Diliman, the production departs from conventional historical adaptations by dividing its world into two contrasting spheres: fiestas, representing public festivities and enforced jubilation, and muertos, confronting the silence, decay, and death beneath the celebrations. Set in the fictional town of San Diego during…
Netflix has unveiled the poster of Balaraw, an upcoming Filipino Original horror-mystery series starring Janine Gutierrez that explores Philippine folklore, island secrets, and psychological horror. The series is set to premiere globally on October 29, 2026, exclusively on Netflix. Gutierrez plays Sabina, a young woman who travels to the secluded Balaraw Island in search of her mother, who has been missing for years. Armed with a cryptic clue, she arrives at an isolated community that conceals dark secrets and ancient rituals. As Sabina investigates her mother’s disappearance, she discovers that the island holds mysteries beyond what she expected. Her search…
Security Bank has been recognized as one of HR Asia’s Best Companies to Work for in Asia 2026, marking its third consecutive year receiving the distinction. Nerissa Berba, Security Bank Chief People Officer, accepted the award on behalf of the Bank during the gala dinner and awards ceremony on October 6, 2026. The recognition is based on employee feedback gathered through HR Asia’s Team Engagement Assessment survey, which evaluates workplace culture, employee engagement, and organizational practices across participating companies in the region. Security Bank scored above market benchmarks in several areas, including employees’ willingness to recommend the Bank as a…
Music can capture the excitement of a new crush, the uncertainty of love, and the courage to keep going despite life’s challenges. ABS-CBN Music artists Brent Manalo and Heath Jornales, along with P-pop groups AJAA, AZTER, and WRIVE, explore these emotions in their latest music videos, each bringing relatable stories to life through music and visuals. 1. Brent Manalo navigates unspoken feelings in “Pareho Tayong Nahihiya” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wHdwqvHycGw Brent and Analain Salvador portray co-workers who secretly like each other but struggle to express their feelings in the music video for “Pareho Tayong Nahihiya”. Set in a coffee shop, the story unfolds…
Union Bank of the Philippines has been named Digital Onboarding Excellence Champion 2026 for Southeast Asia by Capital Finance International (CFI.co), recognizing its efforts to make banking more accessible through convenient and secure digital services. The recognition highlights UnionBank’s digital onboarding features, including self-service applications, electronic identity verification, selfie liveness checks, resumable forms, and app-based account activation. These tools allow customers to open accounts and begin banking through a streamlined digital experience. UnionBank’s digital services support both individual and business customers, covering savings accounts, credit cards, fund transfers, bill payments, payroll, investments, and business banking solutions. Entrepreneurs and small business…
A science fiction short film from Negros Occidental is set to make its international premiere in Italy after being selected to compete in the short feature section of the 5th Sognielettrici | Electricdreams International Film Festival in Milan. Produced by Kwentista Produksyon, “Those Little Things” will compete for awards at the festival, which runs from October 26 to 30 at Università IULM. The five-day event celebrates speculative fiction, science fiction, and fantastic cinema, using imaginative worlds to explore human experiences and real-world concerns. Co-directed and co-produced by Poli Gonzales and Massah Gonzales-Gamboa, the film takes viewers to a cyberpunk-inspired version…
BINI is bringing its global fan community together for “BLOOM Membership Day” on October 21, Wednesday, with a full day of online and in-person activities designed to give fans more opportunities to connect with the nation’s girl group. Composed of Aiah, Colet, Maloi, Gwen, Stacey, Mikha, Jhoanna, and Sheena, BINI continues to strengthen its international fanbase through Weverse, where BLOOMs can enjoy exclusive content and interactions with the group through the superfan platform. One of the highlights of the celebration is the Lucky 88 Fancalls, which will give 88 randomly selected BLOOM members who registered through Weverse the opportunity to…