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Philippine celebrities dig up their archives in ‘2026 is the new 2016’ social media trend

The social media trend started as a nostalgic trip on TikTok, where many netizens posted photos of themselves during that particular year, reminisced about how “simpler” life…

  • Published: January 19, 202612:41 pm
  • Author Hannah Mallorca
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Arundhati Roy’s 1989 film ‘In Which Annie Gives It Those Ones’ to screen at Berlinale

The National Award-winning campus comedy, written by Roy and directed by Pradip Krishen, receives 4K restoration for Berlin Classics showcase.

  • Published: January 19, 202612:16 pm
  • Author The Daily Star
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What does BTS’ upcoming album name, ‘Arirang,’ mean?

In choosing "Arirang,” BTS appears to frame their long-awaited return as a continuation of a path once crossed — one marked by waiting, endurance, and reunion.

  • Published: January 19, 20268:25 am
  • Author Lee Jung-joo
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BTS 2026-2027 world tour: What we know so far

Stops included in the large-scale tour are South Korea, Japan, the United States, Mexico, Germany, the United Kingdom, Canada, Taiwan, the Philippines, Singapore, Australia,…

  • Published: January 15, 202612:41 pm
  • Author Hannah Mallorca
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Japanese woodcarving artist Makoto Nishi captivates with statues of adorable cats

For Mr. Nishi, cats are precious models for his art and companions in life. His affectionate gaze at the animals forms the foundation for his vibrant creations.

  • Published: January 15, 202610:05 am
  • Author Hiromi Kanekita
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South Korean creator, copyright groups oppose ‘use first, pay later’ stance in government AI plan

They argued it would weaken creators’ control over their own works and undermine the long-term sustainability of Korea’s cultural industries.

  • Published: January 15, 20269:45 am
  • Author Park Ga-young
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BTS is finally returning to the Philippines in March 2027 after long wait

The K-pop powerhouse is returning to Manila for their world tour on March 13 to 14, 2027, as announced by BigHit Music on the group’s social media platforms, marking their first…

  • Published: January 14, 202611:16 am
  • Author Hannah Mallorca
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Kuala Lumpur theatre performance interrogates the effectiveness of the death penalty

Real-life stories of some 140 inmates on Malaysia's death row are behind the upcoming theatre show Tali Tukang Gantung (Hangman’s Rope), which questions the fragile connection…

  • Published: January 14, 20269:45 am
  • Author Hanis Maketab
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From living with mums to facing exes, Korean dating shows raise stakes

Amid a dating reality show boom, experts say the genre has tried nearly everything.

  • Published: January 13, 20269:56 am
  • Author Lee Yoon-seo
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‘KPop Demon Hunters’ wins two Golden Globes

The Netflix animation wins best animated feature and best original song as Park Chan-wook's 'No Other Choice' goes home empty-handed.

  • Published: January 13, 20268:15 am
  • Author Moon Ki Hoon

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