Don’t miss these titles, opening in Philippine cinemas next month. Feb. 12: ‘Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy’ (Universal Pictures) Cast: Renée Zellweger, Hugh Grant, Emma Thompson, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Leo Woodall, Colin Firth, Jim Broadbent, Gemma Jones, Isla Fisher Directed by Michael Morris Bridget Jones (Renée Zellweger) navigates life as a widow and single…
Multi-platinum pop sensation Tate McRae is set to release her highly anticipated third album, So Close To What, on Feb. 21via RCA Records. Through unfiltered lyricism and raw emotions, So Close To What represents the journey of growing up when the road ahead feels infinite and the destination increasingly elusive. It’s an introspective exploration of…
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. witnessed a significant step in securing government oversight of the country’s power infrastructure, as Synergy Grid and Development Philippines Inc. (SGP) agreed to sell a 20% stake to the state-run Maharlika Investment Corporation (MIC). The binding agreement, signed on Monday afternoon at Malacañang Palace, will allow MIC, responsible for managing…
HSBC Philippines recently celebrated two major milestones in 2025: the Lunar New Year and its 150th anniversary in the country. Marking the Year of the Wooden Snake, known for its wisdom and strategic growth, the bank expressed optimism for continued expansion and strengthened partnerships. The festive event, held at Makati Shangri-La, brought together stakeholders and…
As the Lunar New Year happens tomorrow, Jan. 29, it will mark the beginning of the Year of the Wood Snake. Renowned feng shui expert Marites Allen offers valuable insights into what to expect in this transformative year for each zodiac sign. She explains that the Wood Snake brings a unique mix of change, growth,…
Several roads in Quezon City will be temporarily closed on Wednesday in celebration of the Chinese New Year along Banawe, the local government’s Chinatown. The city government announced on Facebook that road closures will be in effect from midnight to 9:00 p.m. to accommodate festivities welcoming the Year of the Wood Snake. The roads closed…
The Bureau of Customs (BOC), led by Commissioner Bienvenido Y. Rubio, is doubling down on its efforts to fight corruption and improve operational integrity. Through continuous reforms and stringent enforcement, the agency is committed in upholding accountability and integrity in its operations. These initiatives are in line with President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s anti-corruption and…
As part of the Bureau of Customs’ (BOC) intensified efforts to strengthen border protection, the BOC, through the Collection District III (NAIA), in coordination with the Enforcement and Security Service (ESS) and the Customs Intelligence and Investigation Service (CIIS), apprehended two passengers carrying undeclared foreign currency amounting to P24,204,438.71 on January 22 and 23, 2025,…
An expert calls for the preservation of the historical sites in Laoang, Northern Samar, as the town offers valuable insights into the town’s pre-colonial history. Dr. Emil Charles Robles, an archaeologist from the University of the Philippines in Diliman, highlighted in a report the immense archaeological potential of the town which has largely remained underexplored…
Israeli Ambassador to the Philippines Ilan Fluss is pushing to expand Israel’s intensive agricultural training program to reach more provinces across the country. In a media interview on Monday, Fluss emphasized Israel’s expertise in growing fruit trees, vegetables, and high-value crops using scientific methods, despite not producing rice or grains. Fluss said he was happy…