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The Philippine Educational Theater Association (PETA), in its public page, announced the theater workshop schedule for 2016. There will be sessions for children’s theater, visual arts, theater arts for seniors, basic acting, creative musical theater, teens theater, and theater arts in general. Those who are unsure of what to take up can join in the workshop weekends sampler where they can assess their aptitude through a 1-day creativity booster workshop. Photo courtesy of PETA

The Philippines and United States have finally agreed on a deal allowing for a rotating US military presence at five Philippine bases under the Enhanced Defense Cooperation Agreement (EDCA) inked in 2014 amid rising tensions with China in the South China Sea. In a joint statement issued by the US Department of State said the EDCA agreed locations are: Antonio Bautista Air Base in Palawan, Basa Air Base in Pampanga, Fort Magsaysay in Nueva Ecija, Lumbia Air Base in Cagayan de Oro City, and Mactan-Benito Ebuen Air Base in Cebu. Читать дальше...

By Monch Mikko E. Misagal and Johndel S.J. Semilla At first glance, Pia Kasunuran Guerrero looks in the pink of health.  Not skinny or stout, she has a ready smile that flashes a sunny disposition in life. Only two years ago, she was diagnosed with colorectal (or colon) cancer. “There were no symptoms indicating that I had colorectal cancer,” Guerrero, 42, told Manila Bulletin as she started sharing her story after delivering her testimonial in “Bituka: Facts and Fiction,” a lay forum organized by Getz Healthcare and ConvaTec. Читать дальше...

It’s billed as “the greatest gladiator match in the history of the world” in the trailers of the movie, but to fans from all over the globe, it’s one of the most awaited superhero movie crossovers to ever happen in the big screen.

United Nationalist Alliance (UNA) standard-bearer Vice President Jejomar Binay vowed to increase public health spending to at least five percent of the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) if and when he becomes the next chief executive. Joey Salgado, Binay’s campaign communications director, said the presidential aspirant’s plan is in line with the recommendations from the World Health Organization (WHO). “This will allow government to provide free medical treatment for serious illnesses that require prolonged... Читать дальше...

United Nations, United States – The United Nations (UN) Security Council on Friday strongly condemned North Korea over its ballistic missile launches and demanded Pyongyang to refrain from further violations of UN resolutions. Backed by China, Pyongyang’s ally, the council said in a unanimous statement that “all these launches were unacceptable”’ and “constituted a clear violation of UN Security Council resolutions.” The statement was adopted during a closed-door meeting called by the United States... Читать дальше...

Holy Week is very much a part of our life as a nation, starting with Palm Sunday today, ending with Easter Sunday. It seems that all our usual activities – work in most government and private offices, school classes, banks, malls and other stores, sports activities, even election campaigns – are suspended during this period. Metro Manila residents will be starting their annual exodus to their home provinces by bus and car, by ship, and by plane, so that by Thursday this week, Metro Manila’s usually jammed streets will seem deserted. Читать дальше...

Today, Palm Sunday, is considered as the Sunday of the highest rank when Catholics and Christians across the world join in solemn observance of the start of the Holy Week. And to observe a meaningful Holy Week, the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines (CBCP) reminded the faithful to love much and give to the poor. Today at the Manila Cathedral in Intramuros, Manila Archbishop Luis Antonio G. Cardinal Tagle will bless palms at 7 a.m., to be followed by a Holy Mass. In keeping with tradition... Читать дальше...

For over 30 years, Cameron Mackintosh’s mega-musical Les Misérables (Les Mis), written by Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg, has deftly continued to mesmerize its audience, regardless if they’ve seen it many times over on Broadway, on West End, or at the Barbican; read Victor Hugo’s literary masterpiece in French, seen the movie, only knew its songs from an episode of Ryan Murphy’s Glee, or have no idea what it is about before entering the theater.

Married couple Cristine Reyes and Ali Khatibi come from different worlds; she from show business, he from mixed martial arts. With Ali qualifying as one of 26 finalists in Century Tuna Superbods Nation 2016, he just might cross over to her realm.

Dwayne Johnson teams up with Kevin Hart on a new wacky movie that’s scheduled for a June opening. The Rock shared the trailer of his new movie, Central Intelligence, on his Twitter account. NEW trailer of dynamic duo #JasonBourneInJorts (me) & #TheChocolateGoogle (@KevinHart4Real). @CentralIntel June 17thhttps://t.co/2OVgMcPWDI — Dwayne Johnson (@TheRock) March 16, 2016   The Central Intelligence movie turns a bullied, flabby Dwayne into a brawny agent! Movie poster photo courtesy of comingsoon.net

“Keep yourself hydrated with enough water”.

Ashley Steier Nivea Men brand manager (left), with guests Nivea Men’s latest campaign, “Discover the Science of Looking Good,” was launched through a gathering of personalities, media, and bloggers to help spread the word and encourage Filipino men to unlock their potential through science. The event served as an avenue where men were able to learn and talk more about grooming,. Before participants were granted access to the main event, they had to play and conquer some challenges that put their brains and brawn to the test. Читать дальше...

Shown from left during the Philippine Airlines 75th Anniversary Gala Night at the Grand Ballroom, Solaire Resort and Casino on March 16, 2016 are the board of directors: Harry Tan, Gregorio T. Yu, Tolentino Rivera III, Joseph T. Chua, Lucio Khao Tan, Dr. Lucio Tan, Mrs. Carmen Tan, Jimmy Bautista, president-CEO; Michael Gonzale Tan, John Gonzale Tan, and Antonio Alindugan. (Photo by Jun Ryan Arañas)

Vendors on a sidewalk in downtown Cebu City prepare palm leaves locally known as ‘lukay’ for today’s celebration of Palm Sunday. The final Sunday of Lent, today marks the beginning of Holy Week and the commemoration of the triumphant arrival of Christ in Jerusalem. (Juan Carlo de Vela)

Farmer Melody Abalon is forced to feed her cow chopped banana stalks as the grass in the family’s farm have all but withered and died due to the dry spell that has hit Libungan, North Cotabato. (Keith Bacongco)

A ‘Mango Festival Queen’ leads her dance troop in performing in front of the Zambales Capitol Building in Iba during Street Dance Competition last Friday, which kicks off the ‘Dinamulag 2016 Mango Festival.’ (Jonas Reyes)

Coffeehouse and restaurant chain stores have mushroomed in South Korea over the years amid fast expansion of the lunching and dining industry

UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-Moon rallied people worldwide to increasingly participate in the annual observance of Earth Hour so they can help elevate the campaign against climate change.

Harrison Ford will reprise one of his most memorable roles. The New York Times tweeted about it in its Twitter account. Disney is bringing back “Indiana Jones” — with Harrison Ford https://t.co/niGoVkXvKy pic.twitter.com/FxY3yCYb06 — The New York Times (@nytimes) March 16, 2016 Movie logo courtesy of forums.getpaint.net

“Baby, I got me and that’s all I need,” says the embattled Iggy Azalea who has been at the center of controversies during her rise to stardom in her new music video entitled Team, which is the lead single in her Digital Distortion set.

A tricycle driver was apprehended by the Sta. Rosa, Laguna police for the double murder case involving a mother and her child.

Expect a vocal showdown like no other as the country’s Popstar Royalty Sarah Geronimo ignites the “ASAP” stage together with “X Factor UK” finalist and Pinoy pride 4th Impact tomorrow, March 20.

EXO’s Kai sustained injury that limited his performance on the first day of the boy band’s encore concert in Seoul a few days ago.

What will make a good Holy week observance?