The Philippines’ Oscars push
The Film Academy of the Philippines has launched the Pinoy Oscars Pursuit, a grants programme which provides government support to Filipino films vying for recognition at the…
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Should influencers be held to the same standards as journalists? Philippine youth show asks
The pilot episode of the youth debate show “YSpeak 2.0” opened with a hotly contested topic.
Friendster is back. What does this mean outside nostalgia?
Amid a social media landscape marked by intrusive ads and stolen data, Friendster promises a return-to-roots approach to social connection.
What is the most underrated hack to beat Manila traffic?
While others may opt to leave early in the morning, before anyone else—a content creator recently went viral for sharing their approach: riding the MRT/LRT. Unfortunately, not…
The top hits of the last 40 years: A look at the evolution of original Pilipino music
These songs have and will continue to define OPM for years to come.
We went to Blackpink’s ‘Deadline’ concert in the Philippines—here’s how it went
The two-day sold-out “Deadline” concert drew in roughly 100,000 fans—officially making Blackpink the highest-grossing act in Philippine Arena history.
From anime comes a rising symbol for protests worldwide
It doesn’t only symbolise “One Piece,” Japan’s bestselling manga, but freedom and independence from oppressive governments.
Relics of genius: Artifacts that changed the Philippines’ narrative
More than collector’s items that’ll fetch a high price, these artifacts offer a peek into the country’s storied past and a glimpse into the life that surrounded these items…
Filipinos’ favorite snacks for every snacking mood
From local classics to Asian sweet treats, these snacks (which you can find almost at any grocery near you) are essential for the in-between-meals bite.
AI is now acceptable, it just has to be cute
Appearances matter when it comes to getting others aboard the AI train, and eliciting human emotion through adorable animals has proven much more effective than mimicking realism…