Despite some grim news here and there, 2022 was largely filled with beautiful interesting stories that continue to shape this year’s pop culture. Although not every news item in the entertainment world is pleasant to hear, as some that became the talk of the town were controversial (or heartbreaking), it still became part of a good year. After all, we were informed and entertained through these stories.
Re-read some of the POP! stories that piqued the interest of our readers in 2022:
MMFF 2021 low viewer turnout sparks debate on quality of Philippine films
‘Bisaya Represent!’: Cartoon Network show trends as character speaks Bisaya
Son Ye-jin on her first love: ‘My current love is my first love’
Why ‘Encanto’ hits a little too close to home for Filipinos
6 Things fans would love to see in the upcoming Percy Jackson series
Framed: The Wordle game designed for movie buffs
The remaining memories of College of Holy Spirit Manila campus, made indelible in photos
Twitter reacts to new 1000 peso bill
Another Will Smith movie has been officially canceled
‘Avatar: The Last Airbender’ live-action sets a Guinness World Record
Fast-food chain Tropical Hut experiences renewed interest from Filipinos
#CancelTropangLOL trends as PH ELFs air disappointment over noontime show’s insensitivity
Thai BL actor calls out Raikantopeni Philippines for ‘lying’ about giving compensation
15 Filipino pet names to call your bebe luv this Valentine’s Day
BTS’ V and BLACKPINK’s Jennie’s leaked couple pics aren’t something to celebrate
Again, children should not be treated like future bank accounts and retirement plans
Commentary: Is P35,000 still a livable wage in the Philippines?
Private photos captured by a robot vacuum cleaner ends up leaked on social media
ISCP’s founder causes the downfall of their very own satirical institution
Those ‘primitive’ building videos you watch on YouTube are probably fake (surprise!)
Other POP! stories that you might like:
International superstar Rain celebrates Christmas in Hong Kong as the city reopens to the world
Chris Pratt creates beef with a beekeeper after he suffers from a bee sting
