Coffee enthusiasts have a new destination to explore as SM Mall of Asia (MOA) partners with The Solana Market for MOA Brewtopia, a 10-day festival celebrating the best of Philippine coffee culture through specialty brews, local brands, and immersive experiences. Running until July 26, 2026, MOA Brewtopia transforms the MOA Main Atrium into a vibrant coffee hub featuring 22 curated cafés and lifestyle merchants, interactive activities, and Instagram-worthy installations that bring together some of the country’s most exciting coffee concepts under one roof. A celebration of local coffee culture From rich espresso blends and handcrafted specialty drinks to innovative matcha…
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P-pop sensation BINI continues to expand its global presence with the release of “A Parallel World,” the group’s official soundtrack for the upcoming DreamWorks animated film Forgotten Island, available on all digital streaming platforms beginning July 23. DreamWorks announced the release through social media, inviting fans to “ride the tide together” as BINI lends its signature sound to the highly anticipated animated feature. Fresh off the successful Cebu stop of the BINI Signals World Tour, the nation’s girl group is also preparing for another international milestone as it heads to Japan for its debut at Summer Sonic 2026, one of…
For Serena Magiliw, acting has always been more than a performance—it is a platform for storytelling, representation, and social change. The Manila-based independent actor, director, and cultural worker recently completed The Master Series: Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP) Acting Workshop for Filipino Talents 2026, adding another milestone to her growing body of work in Philippine cinema. A graduate of Filipinology from the Polytechnic University of the Philippines, Magiliw has built a career that seamlessly blends performance, filmmaking, and cultural work. Her creative practice draws from transmedia storytelling and critical perspectives, allowing her to tell stories that amplify queer…
Transitioning to serious dramatic acting can be a formidable challenge. However, actress Ashley Lopez has proven that she is ready for this pivotal moment in her career. Lopez recently completed The Masters Series: FDCP Acting Workshop for Filipino Talents 2026, an intensive ten-day program hosted by the Film Development Council of the Philippines. Designed to elevate the skills of both stage and screen performers, the workshop focuses on character building, vocal mastery, and dissecting a director’s vision. For Lopez, who had been seeking professional training since last year, the experience marked a major turning point in her artistic journey. Securing…
GMA Prime’s action-drama series Taskforce Firewall continues to keep viewers invested with its gripping cybercrime cases and emotionally charged character arcs, proving that the battle against online crimes is just as personal as it is dangerous. This week, Team Firewall faces another challenging case involving children who mysteriously disappear after participating in online gaming activities. As Isa (Kylie Padilla) and the team race against time to solve the case, tensions continue to rise in her personal life. Despite Martin’s (Luis Hontiveros) efforts to repair their marriage, Isa remains determined to stand by her decision, leading to another emotional confrontation between…
Maya, the Philippines’ leading digital financial services platform, earned two major honors at the PR Awards Asia-Pacific 2026, taking home Gold in the Best Brand Collaboration category and Silver in the Consumer Launch category. Its Welcome to Maya Black campaign was also shortlisted in the PR Event category. Maya received the Gold award for its Save a Housemate. Save with Maya. campaign, which transformed fan engagement during Pinoy Big Brother into an opportunity to promote better financial habits. As audiences rallied behind their favorite housemates, Maya introduced the innovative Save-to-Vote feature, replacing the traditional SMS voting system with a seamless…
Director Lawrence “Law” Fajardo’s new sociopolitical drama “Silenced Nights” has been officially selected to compete in the Platform section of the 2026 Toronto International Film Festival. The selection marks a historic moment for Philippine cinema, making it the first Filipino film to enter TIFF’s main juried competition since the program was launched 11 years ago. TIFF Platform, serving as the film festival’s competitive slate, highlights 12 global works chosen for their distinct directorial vision, innovation, and auteur voices. Apart from the CAD$20,000 prize, the winning non-English feature automatically secures a direct path for Best International Feature Film consideration at the…
Independent Filipino short film Dear Tala, Love, Lola Odesa continues to gain international recognition after being officially selected for The Second Spring, a film program under the Cinemata Community Curators Programme curated by Indonesian curator Raslene. The film will be showcased on October 11, 2026, at Rumah dalam Gang in Jakarta, Indonesia, as part of The Second Spring, an international community screening and dialogue initiative that brings together regional Asian films to foster cultural exchange and meaningful conversations through cinema. Prior to its international selection, Dear Tala, Love, Lola Odesa was an official selection and finalist at the 7th Navoteño…
A new music festival is set to serenade the South as Harana Music Festival, from the creators of the Aurora Music Festival, makes its debut on November 28, 2026 in Alabang, Muntinlupa City. Designed as a more intimate and relaxed celebration of music and the arts, Harana Music Festival offers a refreshing take on the local festival scene. Centered on raw vocals, live instrumentation, and meaningful artist-audience connections, the event aims to create an atmosphere where every performance feels personal and every song resonates with the crowd. Festivalgoers can also look forward to food and matcha zones, handcrafted installations, community…
The search for home amid displacement takes center stage in The River Flows in Different Places, one of the finalists in the Short Film Category of the Cinemalaya Philippine Independent Film Festival 2026. Directed by Lot-lot Hermosura, the 19-minute documentary follows Filipino-Palestinian mothers Maha and Net, who were forced to flee Gaza in the aftermath of the October 7 war. As they recount their harrowing repatriation journey to the Philippines, the film explores what it means to rebuild a sense of home in a country that is both familiar and unfamiliar. Told through intimate interviews, family photographs, home videos, and…