You can’t go wrong with these three novels. They’re well written, and encompass a broad range of topics and genres. Happy summer reading! "And He Shall Appear" by Kate Van Der Borgh Set in the hallowed halls of Cambridge University, where Van Der Borgh studied Music, this novel is a...
REST IN PEACE Pope Francis appears on the central lodge of St. Peter's Basilica during Easter Pope Francis has died, but his legacy will live on. Here are three lessons the pope has advocated over the years that we can look back on while we mourn for his passing. Acceptance of...
(Photo from Bluey official YouTube channel) "Bluey," the Australian animated show for children, has made waves recently after collaborating with the longtime children's show "Sesame Street." On its official YouTube channel, "Bluey" posted a video of "Sesame Street" mainstays Cookie Monster...
Michael Halbye (Photo from Kirkbi) Lego executive Michael Halbye died after a fall during a skiing session in Switzerland, as revealed by management company Kirkbi. He was 64. According to the statement, Halbye was airlifted to a nearby hospital after the accident took place in the Verbier region...
DreamWorks Philippine mythology is finding its way to Hollywood through an animated feature by DreamWorks Animation. While plot details have been kept secret, the project is said to center around characters who find themselves transported to "a long-forgotten, magical island rooted in Philippine...
MEET THE ARTIST Lourdes Morales-Cabrera Visual art artist Lourdes Cabrera never imagined she’d mount an exhibit at this stage in her life. "I consider myself a newbie in this undertaking,” she said. “But after much thinking, I decided to continue my passion for art. There is no retirement in...
By Jellyn Gueco It was at 3 p.m. on a nondescript Thursday afternoon when I first met Ruben Enaje, the man renowned for having been crucified 35 times. Talking with him face to face, I barely recognized him—his long hair tied up behind his head, and his salt-and-pepper beard giving him a somewhat...
Kuwaresma by Manuel Baldemor at The Manila Hotel's Art Gallery The Manila Hotel held the opening reception for Kuwaresma, a solo exhibit by acclaimed Filipino painter, sculptor, writer, and book illustrator Manuel Baldemor, on 13 April 2025, Palm Sunday, at the hotel’s Art Gallery. Kuwaresma...
Last month, we were at the Hong Kong International Film and TV Market(FILMART) to check the Hong Kong – Asia Film Financing Forum (HAF) where Isabel Sandoval’s newest project, “Moonglow,” is in the Work-in-Progress (WIP) section. The WIP initiative caters to producers and directors whose...
UNITY THROUGH MUSIC Croatian cellist Stjepan Hauser aims to perform one song from every country in the world to show the unifying power of music Croatian cellist Stjepan Hauser has made it his mission to unite the world through music by performing one song from every country in the world. For the...
The three novels today showcase the power of words and images. In "Universality," language is weaponized, while "A Trial in Three Acts" brings legal proceedings and a theater play together. "The Violet Hour" takes on the contemporary art scene. "Universality" by Natasha Brown It’s hard to...
By Hannah Jo Uy HAPPY CAKE FOR MOTHER EARTH #1, acrylic on round canvas, resin, stainless sphere, found objects and plexiglass with engraving, 2025 For Ross Capili, an artistic life is one defined by constant change. It’s about expanding horizons, in both process and output, while paying...
