By Dexter R. Matilla There is a sense of wonderment to be had when viewing Philipp Ines' works, which, at first glance have the ability to immediately attack one's visual perception. Philipp Ines Especially for the ones that are part of his "A Call for Heroes" collection that was recently exhibited...
Gallery Benefit 2023, the biennial fundraising initiative of the National Gallery Singapore aimed at advancing the museum's mission to cultivate and stimulate a reflective, imaginative, and groundbreaking society through the medium of art, is scheduled to make its return on Nov. 17, 2023. Over 300...
Omegle, the popular online platform that facilitates anonymous text or video chats between individuals worldwide, has unexpectedly announced its closure after a successful 14-year run. This news has left users shocked, as Omegle has been widely utilized as a means for people to meet, interact, and...
Missionary visual artist Kristine Lim’s work transcends mere aesthetic. Her exhibit “Bridging Horizons” at Galerie Joaquin is a testament to her dedication to art, culture, diplomacy, and faith. Kristine Lim The exhibit began with a conversation with her friend, Councilor Uno Lim, the...
Councilor Rudolph Jeffrey Ganzon, Heritage and Culture Committee Chairman, Iloilo City; Jennifer Palmares-Fong, First Vice President for Sales and Marketing, Megaworld Visayas; Marcella Patricia Montero, Museum Director, ILOMOCA; Dennis Marasigan, Artistic Director and Gender and Development...
Filmmakers, film programmers, and film executives have started arriving in South Korea since Oct. 4 to attend the “Cannes of Asia” at the 28th Busan International Film Festival (BIFF) and to participate in the Asian Contents & Film Market (ACFM). Asian Contents and Film Markets (ACFM) The...
On Oct. 5, 2023, the Swedish Academy awarded the Norwegian author and dramatist Jon Fosse the Nobel Prize in Literature “for his innovative plays and prose which give voice to the unsayable,” the award-giving body said. Fosse, a 64-year-old, was born on the west coast of Norway. His work...
Top row from left to right: Noel Nieva, Edd Fuentes, Karen Villanueva, Malou Espina, Richard Burgos, Abigail Ho, Red Samar, Charisse Chuidian, Claire Papa, JingJing Romero, Millie Dizon, Joy Buensalido, and Ritzi Ronquillo In perfect timing for the observance of Public Relations Month in...
Here are novels that celebrate villainy with rich humor, transform racial identity into award-winning writing, and effortlessly transport us to the brink of fantasy and modern adventure. There's so much to enjoy with these six books. If I Survive You by Jonathan Escoffery Shortlisted for the...
A distinct emotion emerges when one gazes upon a piece by Katrina Cuenca. Each creation she produces exudes a sense of weightlessness, encouraging observers to not merely observe but truly experience her art. Whether it's a canvas painting or a copper sculpture, Katrina's artistic prowess has the...
By Dexter R. Matilla Often the drudgery of life can feel so overwhelming that some lose sight of the reason they do what they do on a daily basis. Like horses wearing blinders, they go on their daily commute, do eight hours (or more) of hard work, and go home. Wilfredo “Yeye” Calderon Not...
Erik Matti The end of Halloween doesn't mark the conclusion of the spooky season. We had a conversation with film icon Erik Matti, and he provided us with a list of his favorite horror movies. If you're looking for excellent recommendations for scary movies, one of the best sources is Erik, known...
