This May 14–16, 2026, Haraya Storytelling Festival returns to Museo Pambata, Manila, for a three-day celebration of storytelling, theatre, imagination, and creative play for children, families, educators, and communities. Carrying the theme “Binago. Binuo. Binuhay.” (Reimagined....
The three novels today make for a wonderful mixed bag of delights. Will Self with his new ‘state of an era’ satire, then Elizabeth Day and her world of English privilege and power. Casey Scieszka humanizes immortality through her family tale. "The Quantity Theory of Morality" by Will Self Over...
"Ikaw: Into Knowing Artworks" brings together a diverse group of artists in an exhibition that explores art as both a product of skill and a reflection of personal experience. Rooted in the importance of storytelling, the exhibition presents artworks that go beyond visual representation, serving as...
After recently hitting the crosshairs of television host Willie Revillame, Dex Conche is a name that has made waves online. While many might claim he’s just taking potshots to rise to fame, Dex’s material is a genuine laugh riot. Just recently, he sold out his first solo show,...
The phrase “palag lang” (don 't back down) is a staple of Filipino street slang—a gritty, shorthand reminder to keep fighting when the weight of the world feels too heavy. For multidisciplinary artist Meyo De Jesus, these two words are more than just a pep talk; they are the foundation...
On Mother’s Day, one fun activity to wind down as a family is to watch movies together. It’s a wonderful way to bond, as it leaves the floor open for discussion after each viewing. Parents might often have a different point of view from their children. When talking about these significant...
This May 22, 2026, in celebration of the National Heritage Month, the National Parks Development Committee and Department of Tourism, in cooperation with Sound Experience Manila, present Si Kenkoy at ang Dalagang Bukid. To be staged at the historic Paco Park from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., this...
Filipino-American Pablo Torre, host of “Pablo Torre Finds Out,” has won a Pulitzer Prize for audio reporting after exposing an alleged salary cap loophole within the NBA’s Los Angeles Clippers team. In four episodes of his podcast released last year in September, Pablo reported extensively...
“Mortal Kombat II” takes big swings in making sure fans get their brutal cravings satiated. We’ve come a long way since the first “Mortal Kombat” game was released in arcades back in 1992. When it first came out, there was a scare regarding the amount of violence that was starting to show...
Star Wars Day has come and gone, but the Force remains strong with us as we celebrate Return of the Sixth, a follow-up holiday to May the 4th and Revenge of the 5th. As a show of appreciation to George Lucas’ epic space opera, Paper Cup+Intramuros has teamed up with Pinoy Lego User Group...
Art Basel Hong Kong is one of the largest art fairs in Asia. It serves as a platform for showcasing some of the best artists from around the world. Among those whose works were featured this year was Filipino artist Josephine Turalba. This is the second showcase done in partnership with 10 Chancery...
Set to open its doors in May 2026, the first Nintendo Authorized store in the Philippines will be located at SM Makati, right in the heart of the city. This landmark launch represents a major milestone for the Filipino gaming community, offering a dedicated space where fans can fully immerse...
