Tuguegarao City Councilor Grace Arago faces backlash for reading a prayer with words that allegedly came from AI. A generative artificial intelligence prompt was inadvertently incorporated in her opening prayer during the 9th City Council Regular Session last June 17. Councilor Arago was apparently reading from a prepared text during the solemn opening prayer when […]
The burden of being a breadwinner should not come at the cost of one’s well-being. The episode of “It’s Showtime featuring the segment”And The Breadwinner Is’ sheds light on the harsh realities of familial sacrifice and the burdens carried by individuals who are forced to support multiple generations. This segment, which aired on the popular […]
If you’re a chronically online Filipino, then you’ve probably witnessed (and gotten into) your fair share of online drama. From petty squabbles to full-on fan wars, arguments happen—and hey, not every disagreement is a bad thing, right? Well, what if it involves a fandom, a writer, and an article that was blown way out of […]
In the entertainment industry, various actors are present, similar to the different genres of music, films, theater, and other entertainment, which encapsulates the diversity of art in all forms. Entertainment diversity is evident in various artistic mediums, including theater, film, and visual art. These different genres enable entertainment to delve into human emotions, cultural narratives, […]
Crop tops are popular among today’s youth due to fashion trends, media influence, and changing views toward self-expression. Inspired by the ’90s fashion renaissance, a period marked by a resurgence of bold and daring fashion choices, crop tops have gained popularity among celebrities and social media influencers. This revival not only brings back a beloved […]
With the prevalence of Marvel films and other popular movie streaming platforms such as Netflix, Prime, HBO Go, and others that provide original material, it is clear that Filipinos are more engaged with them than with our local content. While no shaming is involved, this undermines the support Filipinos should provide to local movie creators […]
[Warning: This article contains sensitive content relating to sexual violence, including harassment and rape. If you or anyone you know is a victim of abuse and violence, please do know that you are not alone and help is always available.] Picture this: You are walking alone on the streets in the middle of the night. […]
In case we needed reminding: driving under the influence is a serious offense that shouldn’t be taken lightly. Downplaying famous personalities’ faults seems to be the norm among fans at the moment. In fact, making jokes out of it already says a lot about the fans themselves, and what they are “willing” to throw away […]
The recent controversy involving Jude Bacalso, an LGBTQ+ advocate based in Cebu, has sparked a significant debate about gender sensitivity and public conduct. The core of the issue is a viral photo showing Bacalso in an interaction with a restaurant waiter at Ulli’s Streets of Asia. While Bacalso intended to discuss gender sensitivity, the incident […]
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