The pilot implementation of limited face-to-face classes will start on November 15, a Department of Education (DepEd) official told the Senate Committee on Basic Education, Arts and Culture on Wednesday. DepEd Undersecretary Nepomuceno Malaluan confirmed this during the panel's hearing on the...
On Saturday, Oct. 16, 2021, the Hope for Lupus Foundation will be the beneficiary of Gavel&Block’s online auction. The auction will feature close to 100 lots, with proceeds aimed at supporting the foundation's efforts in the early detection and treatment of the illness. Get ready to raise...
There’s a new general in town With a spaceship landing on Earth, an alien leader planning for domination, and chaos brewing in a small town—it seems the world is about to meet its doom. Sounds like a good plot straight out of a graphic novel, right? But what we are about to witness involves no...
A recognition of its decades-long support for the local art scene As it celebrates its 59th anniversary this year, Metrobank is choosing to highlight its legacy of supporting local artists, remaining true to the mission of its founder, Dr. George S.K. Ty. For years, Metrobank and the Metrobank...
A celebration of dance—harnessing the time and isolation of the past year to mold temporal shapes of motion Dance master Martha Graham once said, “Dance is the hidden language of the soul.” And, ask anyone who has even the slightest familiarity with the art, it would seem to be the case....
National Artist for Literature Bienvenido Lumbera passed away on Sept. 28, 2021 due to a stroke. He was 89. Bienvenido Lumbera A noted poet, critic, and dramatist, Lumbera was orphaned at an early age of five. His life in the arts started at the University of Sto. Tomas, where he studied and...
18 Influential women giving advice on how to thrive in this pandemic It is an understatement to say that the pandemic changed our lives. In fact, its effects are beyond just being a physical illness. And, unfortunately, a lot of the challenges that have come with it seem to be far worse for women....
The anthemic banger presents verses that blur the boundaries between gangsta rap and contemporary urban music. Hip-hop and rap are more than just contemporary musical genres. They have both become cultural movements with iconic artists and followers who are rebellious, brave, and bring chaos in a...
There is a genre of traditional Filipino love songs which is called kundiman, a contracted term for the phrase “kung hindi man” which typically was the first line of a song’s lyrics, usually in Tagalog. The melody is characterized by a smooth, flowing, and gentle rhythm with dramatic...
ManilART is the flagship activity of the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA)’s Museums and Galleries Month (MGM), celebrated every October. On its thirteenth year, ManilART observes the theme “Continuing Legacies,” resuming its regular programming from Oct. 13 to 17, 2021 at...
Practice your French, or maybe not, as Emily Cooper is back to us more of the City of Love. The American girl in Paris tale continues as Netflix releases the first images of the second season of “Emily In Paris,” and so far we are loving the fashions courtesy of costume designer Patricia Field....
Jaywalkers, beware! “Squid Game”’s scary doll is looking for you. Well, at least only on this particular mall in Metro Manila. Photo from Netflix A 10-foot-tall doll from the Netflix series is erected at the Robinsons Galleria Ortigas Mall (East Wing Entrance) to monitor jaywalkers that cross...
