Urban Label by Maria & Co has partnered with Epson Philippines Corporation to launch a striking new textile collection that transforms Filipino cultural heritage into contemporary fashion. Centered on the Waling-Waling, revered as the Queen of Philippine Flowers, the collaboration demonstrates how technology and tradition can converge to produce garments that are both visually powerful…
At ART SG, AXA Philippines celebrates the power of art to inspire, connect, and create impact—with Cyril Kongo and his iconic artwork. Each January, Singapore becomes a crossroads for the global art world, drawing collectors, curators, and creatives to take stock of where contemporary art is headed in Southeast Asia. At ART SG 2026, the…
Filipino creativity has claimed a powerful place on the global stage as Portrait No. 72, an AI-assisted short film by local creators Rodson Verr Suarez and Darryll Rapacon, was named one of only five finalists in the inaugural AI Film Award held in Dubai. Selected from more than 3,500 entries worldwide, Portrait No. 72 emerged…
As February approaches, the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) once again leads National Arts Month (NAM) 2026, rallying Filipinos under the theme “Ani ng Sining: Katotohanan at Giting.” This year’s theme underscores the power of the arts to speak truth, inspire courage, and contribute to peace and development. Anchored on the outcomes…
2026 is already shaping up to be a monumental year for the P-pop scene, and the six-member sensation 1st.One is leading the charge. Fresh off their electrifying performances on the international stage, the group—composed of Ace, Max, Alpha, J, Joker, and Jayson—has officially announced their first-ever major regional trek: the UNA Asia Tour 2026. The…
Security Bank Corporation, in partnership with the Art Association of the Philippines (AAP), gathered Filipino artists from across the country for the inaugural “Paint for the Planet” Art Competition, culminating in an awarding ceremony at the Security Bank Centre in Makati City. The nationwide call attracted more than 300 submissions, highlighting how art continues to…
Maginhawa Street, the culinary heart of Quezon City, recently transformed into a massive cultural and gastronomic hub as it hosted the 3rd Maginhawa Arts and Food Festival. Deemed the largest community festival in the city to date, the event saw over 140 merchants participating, marking a significant expansion from previous years. The festival, which now…
Shell executives join the celebrated Filipino artists and winners across all categories at the 58th Shell National Students Art Competition. Fifteen promising Filipino artists were celebrated at the 58th Shell National Students Art Competition (NSAC) Awards held at the Ayala Museum in Makati, where more than 2,200 entries nationwide responded to this year’s theme, ALAB—a…
For the first time in history, Pantone has stripped away the complexity, bypassed the saturation, and delivered a clear-cut promise of peace. Introducing Cloud Dancer (11-4201), the company’s 2026 Color of the Year—a transcendent white hue set to dominate our homes, wardrobes, and digital spaces. This isn’t just any white. Described by the Pantone Color…
Jose Rizal’s legacy will play a major role in Leon Gallery’s Kingly Treasures Auction this December, with several rare Rizaliana pieces set for bidding. The lineup includes first-edition copies of his landmark novels Noli Me Tangere (1887) and El Filibusterismo (1891). Leon Gallery history consultant Lisa Guerrero-Nakpil said these works showed Rizal’s sharp political voice…