So yes, this is a clickbait title. I’m not literally saying that the entire Philippine Theater scene today seems to be operating on a Groundhog Day principle - i.e., a succession of revivals and re-runs of musicals and dramas that were staged over the last five years to a decade. However, I...
HEARD IT THROUGH THE GRIPE-VINE: OUR NEW ABNORMAL Let me start off with a short family anecdote. Back in 2016, my youngest son was in his last year of high school, and was seeking advice on what university course to take. Unlike me, he’s strong in the sciences and mathematics; and I really...
HEARD IT THROUGH THE GRIPE-VINE: OUR NEW ABNORMAL Had the chance to join Issa (Litton) as she flew to Bacolod to host the grand opening of the Landers Superstore at Megaworld’s The Upper East township. It was literally an eye-opener for me, to witness the urban growth and dynamic...
This month, we have three novels that wonderfully expand the possibilities of sci-fi and fantasy novels. We also have three crime novels that offer poignant social commentary. Bang Bang Bodhisattva by Aubrey Wood The first 20 pages of this novel is a fast-paced, dizzying blend of the sci-fi...
Boracay during the Habagat season is about sunny but gusty days, sporadic showers, cool nights, and a high tide that reaches to the line of coconut trees fronting the hotels on Station 1. It’s still highly enjoyable, less crowded, and a great opportunity to explore food options on the...
HEARD IT THROUGH THE GRIPE-VINE: OUR NEW ABNORMAL Because of its scarcity, safe water is one of the world’s most precious commodities today. Climate change and global warming are just some of the factors that have brought about this shortage, one that is acutely felt as water use continues to...
Sándor Petöfi is considered to be one of the greatest Hungarian poets. He was born in 1823, 200 years ago. Hungary and the Philippines are celebrating 50 years of diplomatic relations in 2023. To commemorate the 50th year of Philippine-Hungarian diplomatic relations, a unique collection of...
Are you ready for a stage performance of razor-sharp social commentary, self reflection (and self-rejection) at the cost of side-splitting humor, and are you ready to delve into what moving on, politically, entails? Don’t miss the chance to get tickets for the return run of Floy Quintos’ "The...
HEARD IT THROUGH THE GRIPE-VINE: OUR NEW ABNORMAL With AC Health and their Healthway Medical Network leading the way, the very first dedicated cancer care hospital in the Philippines should be operational by the fourth quarter of this year. Located at the South Union Drive of Arca South; the...
HEARD IT THROUGH THE GRIPE-VINE: OUR NEW ABNORMAL When the conversation turns to sustainability and ESG agendas, we’ll often hear terms such as disaster-reduction, disaster-resilient, and future-proofing; as all three form part of the framework for how corporations involved with property...
Larceny, mystery, and murder abound in these novels, both in a literal and metaphorical sense. They know how to be thought-provoking and offer social commentary, while being entertaining. "Yellowface" by R. F. Kuang This latest novel from the celebrated author of Babel sees Kuang moving away from...
HEARD IT THROUGH THE GRIPE-VINE: OUR NEW ABNORMAL Can I say that rather than continuously discussing about how disappointed we are with DOT’s new Love the Philippines slogan, and it’s controversial footage, we should all get behind the campaign’s intent – and be the mini-ambassadors and...
