Seven publicly listed Philippine companies were included in Forbes Asia’s “Best Under A Billion” 2026 list, which recognizes small and midsized companies that are successfully navigating the challenges of geopolitical tensions and volatile energy markets. “These 200 publicly listed...
Ever wondered what makes a coffee feel richer, smoother, and more indulgent than your usual latte? The answer lies in the blend. Seattle’s Best Coffee is introducing its latest innovation: the Breve Collection – crafted for those who want more out of their daily coffee. At the heart of this new...
The cast and producers of the award-winning Filipino film "I 'mPerfect" have arrived in Italy ahead of the 27th Lucania Film Festival, where the film is set to represent the Philippines. The team shared their arrival on social media ahead of the festival, which will be held from Aug. 2 to 5 in...
Film producer Aquino Plotado received the Best Film Producer award during the 12th Emirates Film Festival 2026 held on July 26 at the New Covent Garden Theatre in Mall of the Emirates. Plotado was recognized for producing the short film "As the Call, So the Echo." The film previously earned Best...
Straight off its newly minted inclusion in Asia 's 50 Best Bars 51-100 list, we made our way last July 15 to one of Manila 's nightlife hotspots, Poblacion in Makati, to revisit The Spirits Library. As if earning a place on one of the region 's most prestigious bar rankings wasn...
President Marcos has approved several initiatives in public transport, education, energy, disaster resilience, and artificial intelligence (AI), Malacañang said. Marcos presided over the 10th Economy and Development (ED) Council Meeting on July 7, where he approved key initiatives to improve...
A survey conducted by Korean media outlet Sports Today among 50 entertainment industry professionals has identified the top Korean dramas of the first half of 2026, based on commercial performance, public buzz, and artistic quality. The survey respondents included reporters, broadcasters, agency...
If the first half of 2026 has proven anything, it 's that albums are having another moment. While streaming still rewards the quick dopamine hit of standalone singles, this year 's best records have reminded listeners that the album remains music 's greatest storytelling format....
THE 99th Academy Awards is still far off. It is scheduled March 14, 2027. Yet the Film Academy of the Philippines (FAP) is already busy. It is attempting another push for Oscar glory through its renewed campaign, “Biyaheng Oscars: The Pinoy Oscars Pursuit.” On paper, it is a simple restart of...
Barangay Ginebra star guard RJ Abarrientos was so frustrated with how the Kings played in the 106-98 loss to TNT in Game 4 that even his very first Best Player of the Conference award was not enough to console him after the game. Abarrientos was awarded with the top individual honor in the...
Barangay Ginebra swept the top individual honors in the PBA Season 50 Commissioner’s Cup as RJ Abarrientos copped his very first Best Player of the Conference award while Justin Brownlee claimed his fourth Best Import plum before the start of Game 4 of the Finals at the Smart Araneta Coliseum on...
The summer season never quite feels complete without one last escape to the sea. Before the rains fully settle in and the pace of daily life takes over again, there is always that lingering desire for a few more days of sun, sand, and sea. For my final attempt at a summer getaway this year, I found...
