For many young Filipinos, college is not just about preparing for a career. It is also where they develop critical thinking, discover their identity, and deepen their understanding of the country 's history and culture. That is why a proposal to reduce general education courses in higher...
The rift among the children of the late National Artist Nora Aunor deepened this week after Ian De Leon and Lotlot De Leon traded conflicting claims over the management of their mother 's estate, legacy, and plans to preserve her name. The latest exchange marks another development in the...
For Filipino artist Billy Bagtas, canvas isn’t merely a surface for paint; it is an operating table, a dance floor, and a mirror for the soul. Stepping away from an early detour in management to pursue fine arts at Earist, Billy’s journey has always been dictated by an inner compass that values...
Beauty queen Celeste Cortesi has finally spoken up amid online rumors questioning her relationship status with businessman Jonathan Sterling. In a rare and direct update shared through her Instagram Story early Saturday, June 13, Celeste set the record straight about their current situation and...
The truth is finally out. After keeping quiet about the status of her relationship with Senator Win Gatchalian, Bianca Manalo 's management, Sparkle GMA Artist Center, has confirmed what many had long suspected: the actress-beauty queen is now single. Ironically, in true showbiz fashion, the...
National Artist Nora Aunor continues to prove that her influence on Philippine entertainment extends far beyond her lifetime. The late screen legend is set to receive the 2026 World-Class Icon of Philippine Cinema and Performing Arts Award, a posthumous recognition that adds to the growing list of...
At just 19 years old, emerging singer-songwriter Isha Ponti is stepping into a defining chapter of her musical journey with the release of her newest album, "Likas," a deeply personal collection that transforms life 's most intimate emotions into song. Through 10 original tracks, Isha opens a...
The Japanese are back. But not with armies, flags, or imperial decree. It 's all about music this time. In a country where history remembers occupation as a moment of forceful entry and cultural imprint, a new kind of arrival is taking place in 2026: softer, melodic, and packaged in pop hooks....
He thought he was done with music seven years ago. Really done. Miguel Escueta was content building his coffee business, raising his daughter and enjoying life away from the spotlight. Then the itch returned. This time, he 's aiming to make the most of it. His new album, " Stand in the Fire,"...
For many young people today, growing up often means learning how to live with uncertainty. There is pressure to succeed, to meet expectations, and to figure everything out quickly. But for 25-year-old singer-songwriter Jan Roberts, life does not have to be rushed. Sometimes, the most honest moments...
Actress Klea Pineda has spoken out after receiving disturbing and offensive messages from a social media user, prompting support from fans, fellow celebrities, and her talent management agency, Sparkle. Klea shared a screenshot on Facebook showing an inappropriate message allegedly sent by an...
For over two decades, Connie Masilang-Obemio was a seasoned inhabitant of two starkly different worlds. First came a 25-year corporate career rooted in accounting, finance, and human relations. Then came a major pivot in the early 2000s, when her husband, Roel Obemio, chose to pursue painting...
