Dear President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., With utmost respect and unwavering faith in your leadership, we, the Drivers, Operators and Members of the Transport Cooperatives, come before you as loyal partners in your vision of a Bagong Pilipinas. The Public Transport Modernization Program stands as one of your most important legacies—a symbol of progress and...
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Dulaang UP pays tribute to National Artist for Theater Tony Mabesa
After the success of Nanay Bangis and Mga Anak ng Unos, Dulaang Unibersidad ng Pilipinas (Dulaang UP) returns to the stage by paying tribute to its founder, the late National Artist for Theater Antonio “Tony” Mabesa. The tribute, titled “Para Kay Tony: Tungo sa Ginintuang Alaala,” is a twin bill showcasing productions that capture the...
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‘Alon’ is a call for public awareness of plastic pollution and marine protection
The Ramon Magsaysay Award Foundation (RMAF), in partnership with the De La Salle College of Saint Benilde (DLS-CSB), has brought the acclaimed exhibit titled “Alon” to the Ramon Magsaysay Center in Malate, Manila. Focused on the issue of plastic waste in the oceans, and with surfers as a central theme, “Alon” is the RMAF’s first...
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Planning a family trip? Let Melai show you how
BUSAN, South Korea — To inspire Filipino families to explore Korea’s coastal charm, what can be better than an autumn familiarization tour led by the popular Filipino TV personality Melai Cantiveros-Francisco? Melai and her family enjoyed the tour, titled “Family Fun in Korea” and hosted by the Korea Tourism Organization, on Oct. 15-19. It’s part of...
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K-drama’s greatest hits come alive with the Philippine Philharmonic Orchestra
The magic of Korean drama returns to the concert stage on Oct. 25 at the Samsung Hall of SM Aura in Taguig City. Presented by the Korean Cultural Center in the Philippines (KCC), the Cultural Center of the Philippines and the National Commission for Culture and the Arts, “OST Symphony II: K-Drama in Concert” will...
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There’s still time to celebrate Museums & Galleries Month
This October, Museums & Galleries Month, the Ayala Museum and Filipinas Heritage Library are presenting new exhibitions and programs for art, history and culture enthusiasts. Ayala Museum welcomes visitors with friendlier admission rates. Visitors may also choose how they want to explore, whether by floor or through a full-access pass to all museum levels. At ₱500 for full access to the...
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Explore the cultural and historical contexts of the film classic ‘Mutya ng Pasig’
The Lopez Museum and Library invites the public to a talk by historian Abel Ubaldo, to introduce a free screening of the restored 1950 Filipino film classic “Mutya ng Pasig,” on Oct. 11. Ubaldo’s talk, titled “Phantom Muse: Folklore and Fantasy in ‘Mutya ng Pasig,’” starts at 10 a.m. at Power Plant Mall’s VIP Cinema...
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‘Dancing with Tchaikovsky’ in an evening of Russian romanticism
Tchaikovsky’s timeless melodies come to life with cello prodigy Damodar das Castillo joining guest conductor Alexander Vikulov in a concert presented by the Manila Symphony Orchestra Foundation Inc. and Standard Insurance, in partnership with EastWest Bank. The evening of Russian romanticism is set at the Aliw Theater in Pasay City on Sept. 27 starting at...
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Arthur Espiritu leads top artists in a concert for a cause
Internationally renowned tenor Arthur Espiritu headlines the concert “Let the Wind Blow: A Bouquet for Pablo” on Sept. 26 at 7:30 p.m. at Mirror Theatre Studio, SJG Center, on 8463 Kalayaan Avenue, Barangay Poblacion, Makati City. The event is a fundraiser for ailing journalist-writer Pablo A. Tariman, author of the poetry collection “Love, Life and...
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Revamped forex mastery series for Filipino traders launched
SmarTrade, the financial education company dedicated to empowering Filipinos through free learning sessions and personalized coaching, has officially launched its revamped forex mastery series. The program is designed to help aspiring traders, from beginners to advanced learners, understand the world of forex trading in a clear and structured way. By providing accessible financial education, SmarTrade...