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...
Christian Mirang Introducing Christian Mirang's most recent art show, "Dagtum at Puraw" (Black and White). Celebrated as an award-winning artist renowned for mastery in watercolor, Mirang departs from his usual medium, exploring the realms of acrylic and oil. In this collection of...
Known for his rich symbolisms, intricate details, and masterful use of color, Fil Delacruz stands out for his ability to transform his muses into ever-evolving entities that showcase both the beauty and mystery of the Filipina. Fil Delacruz In his latest exhibit, “Woman | Nature,” at the...
Matthew Perry Matthew Perry, the actor who portrayed Chandler Bing, known for his sharp wit, sarcastic humor, and impeccable comedic timing on the iconic show "Friends," has passed away at the age of 54. Matthew gained recognition for his role as Chandler on “Friends,” which ran for 10 seasons...
A CAPTIVATING PERFROMANCE From left, clockwise: soprano Nerissa de Juan, pianist Reynaldo Gendrano, violinist Theodore Tan, guitarist Adrik Cristobal, horn player Deiniel Sanchez, and violinist Cedric Uson Winners of the 2022 National Music Competition for Young Artists (NAMCYA) captivated a full...
