‘Idol Philippines’ results: Zephanie Dimaranan, Lucas Garcia, Lance Busa

Competition: "Search for the Idol Philippines" TV Network: ABS-CBN Country: Philippines Grand Finals Date: July 28, 2019 Grand Finals Venue: Judges: Regine Velasquez, Vice Ganda, James Reid, Moira Dela Torre Host: Billy Crawford TOP 20 Jeremiah Torayno Michelle Primavera Denize Castillo Charmagne Algario Jasper Lacson Kevin Hermogenes Roque Belino Enzo Almario TOP 12 Matty Juniosa … Continue reading ‘Idol Philippines’ results: Zephanie Dimaranan, Lucas Garcia, Lance Busa

Hong Kong riot continues; 4 Yuen Long stand-offs between protesters, police ongoing

Currently, there are at least four different ongoing stand-offs in Yuen Long, New Territories, Hong Kong between police and demonstrators. The locations are only less than a kilometer from each other. Over 3,000 police officers are being deployed to maintain order in Yuen Long while tens of thousands of demonstrators are on the streets to … Continue reading Hong Kong riot continues; 4 Yuen Long stand-offs between protesters, police ongoing

NBA 3x Philippines presented by AXA to be headlined by Muggsy Bogues, Denver Nuggets’ Monte Morris

National Basketball Association legend Muggsy Bogues, 54, and Monté Morris, 24, of the Denver Nuggets will headline the NBA 3X Philippines presented by AXA, the NBA announced on July 26, 2029. The event will take place at the SM Mall of Asia Music Hall and the Philippine International Convention Center (PICC) Forum Tent in Pasay … Continue reading NBA 3x Philippines presented by AXA to be headlined by Muggsy Bogues, Denver Nuggets’ Monte Morris

Abrenian Heritage Film Festival 2019 calling for entries

The Abrenian Heritage Film Festival 2019 is currently calling for entries. The inaugural film festival is looking for short films and documentaries from teachers and students in Abra, Philippines. Abra is launching the AHFF 2019 with the Department of Education, Schools Division Abra and Sine Abreño in partnership with the Film Development Council of the … Continue reading Abrenian Heritage Film Festival 2019 calling for entries

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Astro’s Cha Eun-woo to visit Manila for 1st fan meeting tour titled ‘JUST ONE 10 MINUTE’

For the very first time, Korean actor and singer Lee Dong Min, 22, who is professionally known as Cha Eun-woo, will be coming to the Philippines for his tour titled "JUST ONE 10 MINUTE." This is the first solo fan meeting tour of the K-Pop boy band Astro member. Presented by Wilbros Live, the Manila leg … Continue reading Astro’s Cha Eun-woo to visit Manila for 1st fan meeting tour titled ‘JUST ONE 10 MINUTE’

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Bahrain vs England: Hussain Ayyad, Mitchell Johnson fight ‘Brave 24: London’ at Copper Box Arena

Bahrain and England were represented at "Brave 24: London" at the Copper Box Arena in Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park in London, England on July 25, 2019. It was the first Brave Combat Federation event to take place in England. An invite-only event attended by VIP guests, "Brave 24: London" featured seven professional mixed martial arts … Continue reading Bahrain vs England: Hussain Ayyad, Mitchell Johnson fight ‘Brave 24: London’ at Copper Box Arena

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Music influences of Sony Music Philippines artist syd hartha

Singer-songwriter Syd Hartha Chua, 17, who is professionally known as syd hartha, considers several rappers as her music influences. She is also currently inspired by the progressive music of Yano, Bullet Dumas and Joey Ayala and hip-hop music in general. “Rappers such as Loonie, Ron Henley and BLKD have influenced my songwriting a lot,” hartha … Continue reading Music influences of Sony Music Philippines artist syd hartha

Nathan & Mercury

Sony Music Philippines signs Nathan & Mercury

Nathan & Mercury is a genre-blending band formed by Nathan Huang and three others during a friend's birthday gig. Their music fuses modern rock with R&B, pop, and more. They gained recognition at the 2019 Wanderland Music Festival and are nominated for MYX Music Awards. Now signed to Sony Music, they aim for a debut album.

[FILM EXPERIENCE] Miel Espinoza, Bodjie Pascua starrer ‘Pan De Salawal’ is a Cinemalaya gem

DISCLAIMER: This is not a film review; I don't do such. As the title says, this is a film experience. Films are made to be experienced, not reviewed, in the first place.  Of course, I cannot give you the entirety of my film experience without giving spoilers. While I want to be as detailed and … Continue reading [FILM EXPERIENCE] Miel Espinoza, Bodjie Pascua starrer ‘Pan De Salawal’ is a Cinemalaya gem

Contemporary Wood-Carved Netsuke opens at Ayala Malls Greenbelt 5 in Makati

The Japan Foundation, Manila hosted the Contemporary Wood-Carved Netsuke exhibition at Ayala Malls Greenbelt 5 from July 1-21, 2019, showcasing 65 works by Japanese artists. The event featured talks and workshops by renowned netsuke artists and coincided with Philippine-Japan Friendship Month and the 22nd Japanese Film Festival, EIGASAI.