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Ligaya Escueta’s Full Band Endgame

By Rhain Alcoriza

August 24, 2026

What started as a solo project has officially grown into a full-fledged band. Indie rock artist Ligaya Escueta—now a full band, went for it. Ligaya…

When Rejection Becomes Redirection: The Tharina Botes Story

By Gilbert Kim Sancha

August 24, 2026

Following the journey of Tharina Botes, lovingly called Khanom by her global fans, is like witnessing a lesson in unwavering perseverance. Born in South Africa…

Fluff And Warmth Of Childhood From Solaire Resort Quezon City’s Chief Baker

By Rhain Alcoriza

August 24, 2026

Stepping into Solaire Resort Quezon City always feels like escaping into a world of pure indulgence. Before you even fully take in the elegant surroundings,…

Three Queens, One Journey

By Gilbert Kim Sancha

August 23, 2026

For countless Filipinas, the Binibining Pilipinas stage glimmers as the ultimate dream. Yet for Christine Juliane “CJ” Opiaza, Emma Mary Francisco Tiglao, and Angelica Danao…

SB19 Waves P-Pop Flag Across Borders: In Japan This Time

By Rhain Alcoriza

August 20, 2026

SB19 is turning their dream of global success into reality. Recently, the P-Pop supergroup made impressive moves across Asia’s music scene through a series of…

Offshore Music Signs Emerging Soul-Pop Artist Paco Pastor

By Rhain Alcoriza

August 18, 2026

Independent Philippine music label Offshore Music has officially signed 19-year-old soul-pop artist Paco Pastor. Although young, the Manila-based singer-songwriter is already making waves in the…

Remembering The Blooming Days of Poet, Feminist Marra PL. Lanot

By Rhain Alcoriza

August 18, 2026

The Philippine literary community is deeply mourning the loss of a true icon. Award-winning author, feminist, poet, and journalist Marra PL. Lanot passed away at…

Gabriela Serrano Is Best Director For Shorts of Cinemalaya 2026!

By Rhain Alcoriza

August 18, 2026

Filmmaker Gabriela “Gaby” Serrano has solidified her place as a bold force in contemporary Filipino cinema. Recently, she won Best Director in the Short Film…

NEXTONE grooves in heartbreak with “Nagkulang”

By Rhain Alcoriza

August 16, 2026

Fast-rising OPM band NEXTONE is back with an exciting single titled “Nagkulang.” Released under Sony Music Entertainment, this fresh track captures the emotional heaviness of…

Patches Of Luis Agaid Jr.’s Work: The Man Behind RE.UNIQLO (Luzon)

By Rhain Alcoriza

August 15, 2026

Traditional artistry is finding new life in modern fashion. In fact, rich heritage can now be worn every day. As a result, timeless cultural stories…

Learning the Steps to Love: Jolianne Steps Out of Her Comfort Zone with “Daanan”

By Celvie Irrah Cardaño

August 14, 2026

Love is rarely a sudden arrival. More often, it is a quiet, continuous choice to learn and be learned. Capturing this exact sentiment, Cebu-born pop…

New Alter-Ego At 40 — Aldus Santos Says Why Not With Debut Single “Uncool”

By Rhain Alcoriza

August 14, 2026

Indie music veteran Aldus Santos is back with a brand-new project named St. Ruin. Today, August 14, he officially released his debut single, “Uncool.” The…

Content creator Euleen Castro (@euleencastro) during her now-viral critique of a café in Iloilo — a post that sparked city-wide backlash and a national conversation on the ethics of food reviews. honest review lang

When “Honest Review Lang” Becomes Harmful: The Real Cost of Viral Food Criticism

By Tatung Sarthou

May 30, 2025

There is a shadow hanging over the social media food…

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Ligaya Escueta’s Full Band Endgame

When Rejection Becomes Redirection: The Tharina Botes Story

Fluff And Warmth Of Childhood From Solaire Resort Quezon City’s Chief Baker

Three Queens, One Journey

SB19 Waves P-Pop Flag Across Borders: In Japan This Time

Offshore Music Signs Emerging Soul-Pop Artist Paco Pastor

Remembering The Blooming Days of Poet, Feminist Marra PL. Lanot

Gabriela Serrano Is Best Director For Shorts of Cinemalaya 2026!

NEXTONE grooves in heartbreak with “Nagkulang”

Patches Of Luis Agaid Jr.’s Work: The Man Behind RE.UNIQLO (Luzon)

Learning the Steps to Love: Jolianne Steps Out of Her Comfort Zone with “Daanan”

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