Ballet Philippines closed its 56th season with the resounding success of the world premiere of “Paglalakbay.” Held at The Theatre at Solaire, this first-of-its-kind ballet was inspired by the folklore of the Ivatan people of Batanes. It served as a glorious eye-opener to the possibilities of...
Ballet Philippines successfully concluded the world premiere run of "Paglalakbay: The Journey of the Sea People," a full-length original Filipino ballet that captivated audiences from April 10 to 12, 2026, at The Theatre at Solaire. The production marked a defining close to the company’s 56th...
“Loving a music man ain’t what it’s supposed to be.” Once a line that defined devotion in "Faithfully," it now echoes as something far more painful for Arnel Pineda. Behind the soaring anthems of Journey is a man quietly unraveling, caught between a collapsing marriage, a bruising legal...
At 43, Angiellie Talavera Frias had a life many would call full—three children who brightened her days, a home under construction that promised future memories, and a stable career in government service. Anne, as she is known to family and friends, thrived on the rhythm of family routines. But in...
Arnel Pineda, the Pinoy singer of American rock band Journey took to social media to address criticism about his performance at "Rock in Rio" recently. Note a video of him seemingly faltering vocally while performing the band's classic "Don't Stop Believin'" there, has been uploaded on Facebook,...
Japanese-owned manufacturing firm Citizen Finedevice Philippines Corp. strides on its sustainability journey with the switch-on of its solar rooftop facility that was energized by MSpectrum, the solar solutions business unit of Manila Electric Company. The green energy facility with a capacity of...
Arnel Pineda took to social media recently to share with followers that he is set to embark on a tour with American rock band Journey. he told fans in a video: "I am 56 now still going, no sign of slowing down. We are going to tour with Journey. I am so blessed that you know they still want me to...
Amid relentless business disruptions and on the need for alchemists who will lead corporates into the complex terrain of technology advancements and revolutionizing workplaces, Shell Philippines has been proving its mettle as an organization that can vigorously navigate transformative changes to...
President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. on Saturday, Feb. 18, urged for solidarity, which he said would pave the way for a more progressive future in the country, during the Muslim Filipino community’s observance of Al Isra Wal Mi'raj or The Night Journey and Ascension of the Prophet...
All is not well in Journey. Members of the legendary band are exchanging barbs on social media. The band's current singer, Arnel Pineda, is seemingly calling for peace. On Twitter, he wrote: "so much hatred people..we’re on the brink of WWIII.. lets just spread LOVE… don’t you think its...
HIGHER LOVE The author at 5,000 meters (15,000 ft.) above sea level, raising a DIY Philippine flag The other night, we had some friends over for dinner. School is out and many of our friends are going away on holiday so we decided to hold a final catch up with our kids with us before we go our own...
WALA LANG The State of the Nation (SONA) delivered by President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. last week is the roadmap of the journey we are beginning. The mission is clear: (a) for GDP (goods and services produced, net of imports) to grow by 6.5 percent to 8.0 percent each year from 2023 until 2028; (b)...
