The moment I stepped off the main road in Maasin City, the humidity of Southern Leyte seemed to thicken, as if the air itself was holding its breath. I looked up at the jagged cliffs draped in a heavy cloak of emerald vines and felt a familiar pull, the kind of pull that only a…
The announcement of a new cinematic venture often brings a sense of nostalgia, but few upcoming releases carry the same emotional weight as a long-awaited reunion on the silver screen. For the dedicated community surrounding Donny Pangilinan and Belle Mariano, the recent reveal of their latest project is more than just a typical movie announcement….
The landscape of Asian music is currently witnessing a historic shift as SB19 continues to redefine the boundaries of Filipino talent on the global stage. Their latest collaboration with the legendary Taiwanese superstar Jolin Tsai, a track titled “Emoji,” has officially claimed the top spot on the KKBOX Western Single Weekly Chart for the period…
Most travelers think they have truly conquered the island of Bohol once they have snapped a photo of the Chocolate Hills and seen a tiny tarsier clinging to a branch in the forest. But if you are like me, and you prefer the rhythmic vibration of a motorcycle under your seat and the smell of…
In the landscape of local entertainment, there are moments when a young artist truly finds their voice and leaves a lasting impression on the audience. Ashtine Olviga has recently concluded her solo anthology series on Viva One, proving that she is a performer capable of handling immense narrative pressure. This project has allowed her to…
The global music landscape is witnessing a profound shift as Filipino talent claims its rightful place on the international stage. SB19 has once again rewritten the narrative of Philippine music by securing historic positions on both British and Japanese charts. This achievement is not merely a collection of impressive numbers but a testament to a…
Have you ever noticed how the air seems to change the very second you leave the concrete limits of the city? The noise of Roxas City begins to fade into a gentle hum as I twist the throttle of my favorite motorcycle and feel the engine come alive beneath me. I can feel the weight…
I stood at the edge of the Liloan port in Santander, the southernmost tip of Cebu, while the salty breeze tugged at my riding jacket. Behind me, the long road from Cebu City was a memory of winding asphalt and coastal views; ahead of me, the massive Ro-Ro ferry slowly approached the dock as the…
Looking for a nice place to visit this summer or holy week? Consider adding the Hundred Islands National Park to your bucket list. The Hundred Islands National Park (HINP) in Alaminos City, Pangasinan, is more than just a cluster of rocks in the sea. It’s a sprawling 1,844-hectare marine playground. With 124 islands at low…
It’s summer time in the Philippines and the Apo Island is waving! Just seven kilometers off the southern tip of Negros Oriental lies a 74-hectare volcanic gem that has become a global poster child for community-led conservation. Apo Island isn’t just a destination, it’s a living, breathing success story where the rhythm of the tides…