Creators and cast talk about the making of ‘Spider-Noir’
Imagine Spider-Man getting old like the rest of us. But then, when an exceptional case comes his way, he has to come back as the Spider once more. In his…
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Message on Pentecost Sunday
It’s Pentecost Sunday, a day we commemorate the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the apostles. This event emboldened them with faith, passion, courage, and determination to share their belief…
Rembrandt Flores on why he founded ‘Filipino Forces’ and his dream for it
Rembrandt Flores What does it mean to be Filipino in Hollywood? Does it mean one has to assimilate to be accepted? Or does it mean being proud of one’s…
Thanks to director Anton Juan for nominating me as Best Supporting Actor
THE rehearsals were exhausting, often lasting until late midnight, for Vince Tañada’s “SA” Series at the Philippine Stagers Foundation Blackbox Theater on Calabash A corner G. Tuazon streets in Balic-Balic,…
Ruffa Gutierrez’s daughter, Lorin Bektas, graduates and follows her own path
When you come from a family of well-known actors, people expect you to follow in their footsteps. But not Lorin Gabriella Gutierrez-Bektas, the eldest daughter of actress-beauty queen Ruffa Gutierrez…
The heartbeat of global healthcare: The enduring legacy of Filipino nurses
As National Nurses Week is observed across the United States this May, hospitals, healthcare systems and public officials are once again recognizing the profession that stands closest to the daily realities of…
The GALA education model: The rise of a nationally recognized all-girls STEM academy
“Dr. Liz Hicks is an extraordinary leader whose vision, determination, and deep belief in the potential of every girl have created lasting, measurable change. She has built not just a…
Asian Hall of Fame 2026: Philanthropist Loida Nicolas Lewis to Filipinos – ‘Find your path and follow it.’
Loida Nicolas Lewis, philanthropist-lawyer-author, who was the distinguished guest speaker at the 22nd edition of the Asian Hall of Fame Heritage Gala held recently at The Biltmore Hotel in Los Angeles,…
Jesus’ Profound Love
Whoever wrote the Gospel of John must have had a profound relationship with Jesus. He would have witnessed and experienced Jesus’ personal love and heard many times His expressions of…
JP Lopez and the discipline of creative trust
If Maria Cristina Lopez were still alive today, she would likely take immense pride in the accomplishments of her son, JP Lopez, now recognized as a writer and director with…
FL Melania Trump at the 113th Annual First Lady’s Luncheon
First Lady Melania Trump delivered remarks at the 113th Annual First Lady’s Luncheon held at the Washington Hilton in Washington, D.C., emphasizing initiatives focused on children and youth. She addressed congressional spouses…
The dark season didn’t break me
I used to think delays meant I had missed my chance. That I was behind. That other people were being chosen while I was being overlooked. This past season changed…
A Roadmap for Survival: Open Letter to President Marcos
Mr. President, the nation is no longer approaching a breaking point; we are already in it. For millions of Filipinos, survival has become a daily struggle, not a distant fear….
Sasha Kasiuha, founder of the SX3 Studio, talks about AI as a friend, not a foe
Is AI or Artificial Intelligence a friend or a foe? Will AI replace actors in the entertainment industry? How can AI help the industry? These are some of the worries…
On Keeping Faith Alive in Our Parishes
In recent weeks, we have been reflecting on the lives of the early Christians during our weekday and Sunday readings. Despite facing persecution, their numbers continued to grow. None of…
On being a good shepherd
This year, on June 8th, I will reach the remarkable milestone of thirty-five years of service as a priest. I thank God for this tremendous blessing! I am grateful for…
WHO IS AMERICAN? Birthright Citizenship and Filipino Americans
Birthright citizenship is a key constitutional provision that defines who is American: if you are born in the United States, you are an American. However, proof of this varies widely…
Lee Sung Jin, Oscar Isaac, Carey Mulligan and Charles Melton give us the latest on ‘Beef’ season two
We are getting a second serving of “Beef,” now on its second series, launched last April 16 by Netflix. The critically acclaimed anthology series from the brilliant mind of creator-showrunner-producer…
Fil-Am Oscar-winning cinematographer Autumn Durald Arkapaw, Eddie Murphy honored by AFI
Filipina American cinematographer Autumn Durald Arkapaw, who recently broke ceilings by being the first woman, first Filipina American, first woman of color to win the Oscar Best Cinematography award for…
Philippines’ “Likhang Filipino” Permanent Showrooms
Through the initiative of First Lady Louise Araneta-Marcos, six permanent showroom sites now rise along Roxas Boulevard in Pasay City, establishing a year-round marketing and business platform for Micro, Small,…
Editorial: Two Americans, two vocabularies of power
Left: Donald Trump speaks at a podium bearing the Presidential Seal, with U.S. flags behind him. (Official White House photo) Right: Pope Leo XIV in papal attire during an official appearance at the Vatican….
My Encounter with Joseph Estrada
The first time I met actor Joseph Estrada—former mayor, senator, vice president, and president of the Philippines—was when I was still in grade school at Aquinas School in San Juan…
In Illo uno unum
“In Illo uno unum,” which translates to “In the One (Christ), we are one.” Friends, this is the motto of Holy Father Pope Leo XIV for his pontificate. I believe…
Global Filipinos as the Architects of a New Culinary Frontier
In the contemporary geopolitical landscape, a nation’s sovereignty is no longer measured solely by the rigidity of its borders or the volume of its traditional commodities, but by the “soft…
Filipino baritone Roberto Perlas Gomez performs with the Verdi Chorus in ‘Verdi in España’ spring concert on April 18–19
Roberto Perlas Gomez, who was born in Santa Rosa, Laguna, grew up in a household always filled with music. Even though his mother was a doctor and his father an…
‘Flower Drum Song’ cast talks of LA performance
Fifteen years ago, we watched David Henry Hwang’s heavily revised “Flower Drum Song” at the Mark Taper Forum starring Lea Salonga as Mei-Li. The classic Rodgers and Hammerstein musical…
Unforgettable Awards 2026: Liza Soberano, Dante Basco, Vincent Rodriguez III, and other Filipino and Asian talents discuss how important representation is in Hollywood
Every year, the outstanding Asian talents in film, television and culture are honored at the Unforgettable Awards which is presented by GoldenTV and Character Media. This year, the much-looked-forward-to…
The heavy toll of distant drums: who pays for the wars of the great
How global conflicts drive up the cost of living in the Philippines and shift the burden to Filipino families at home and abroad. Conflict in the Middle East is often…
On Divine Mercy Sunday
It’s Divine Mercy Sunday, a feast close to the heart of St. John Paul II, who established this observance on the Second Sunday of Easter. Successive popes, including Pope Leo…
When Doing Right Costs More
Tax season has a way of humbling even the most confident entrepreneur. Receipts everywhere. And that quiet thought in the back of our minds: there has to be one more…