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The classic works of Nick Joaquin, National Artist of the Philippines for Literature, and contemporary author Mica De Leon had been translated to Hangul. The book launch commenced last February 14 at the Korea Foundation Global Center, along with Philippine Ambassador Maria Theresa Dizon-De Vega. Joaquin’s ‘The Woman Who Had Two Navels’ and ‘Tales of […]
LGBTQIA+ organization, Layasari, from Lyceum of the Philippines University (LPU) Manila, released an official statement on February 24 addressed toward their university to stand in solidarity in commemorating the 39th EDSA People Power Anniversary. “As a Lycean organization for the LGBTQIA+ community and its allies, we uphold the values of democracy, equality, and human rights—principles […]
The Department of Tourism (DOT) named South Korean actor and singer Seo In-Guk as the Philippines’ new celebrity tourism ambassador Korea last February 21. Seo’s ambassadorship was formalized via the ceremonial signing of a memorandum of understanding along with DOT Secretary Christina Frasco. The honorable role was bestowed to the actor given his “potential to […]
Transgender actress Hunter Schafer expressed her disappointment over the gender marker on her passport which designated her as male on a TikTok video she posted last February 22. Schafer’s experience was a direct result of a same-day executive order signed by U.S. President Donald Trump stating that the federal government will only recognize two sexes […]
Jericho Rosales marks his film comeback after seven years, taking on the titular role for TBA studio’s historical biopic film ‘Quezon.’ The film is set to be part of the studio’s ‘Bayaniverse,’ an installation of movies centered around Filipino heroes during the time of colonization and war. The series started back in 2015 with ‘Heneral […]
In a media briefing on February 18, The Philippine Eagle Foundation (PEF), shared that they have welcomed their new hatchling, Chick. No. 31, a Philippine Eagle named ‘Riley.’ Riley is now one month old as he was hatched last January 16 at the National Bird Breeding Sanctuary (NBBS) in Davao City. PEF Executive Director, Dennis […]
Medical biology alumni from the University of Santo Tomas (UST) had made strides in the medical field with recent developments for early detection of colorectal cancer risk through an application using the aid of Artificial Intelligence (AI). In the Philippines, colorectal cancer ranks fourth among cancer-related deaths in Filipinos. 75% of Individuals aged 50 and […]
Waltzing a day after Valentine’s, dearest gentle readers and fans alike were surprised with new snippets on the upcoming Bridgerton Season 4 which will follow the story of Benedict Bridgerton and Sophie Baek. At Netflix’s ‘Season of Love’ fan event, a quick video snippet showcased the show’s behind-the-scenes production. Showrunner Jess Brownell had also revealed […]
TrustRing, a Japan tech company, has found a way to increase its appeal toward employees by offering ‘unusual’ work leave set-ups for those struck with hangovers, or if they fancy to take a “celebrity loss leave.” Japan is currently experiencing labor shortages which are expected to continuously decline by 12% from 2022 until 2040. Even […]