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  YAO , a collective bringing together Japanese hip-hop queen Awich, acclaimed rapper CHICO CARLITO, globally renowned rock band ONE OK ROCK, and boundary-pushing band Paledusk, returns with their second single, " FOR OKINAWA" . Fans can listen to the track here . Born from conversations shared between the members throughout the production process, "FOR OKINAWA" explores Okinawa's history, culture, and the lasting scars of its past. Okinawa natives Awich and CHICO CARLITO have long shared stories of their homeland and the realities faced by those who continue to carry its history. Their perspectives deeply resonated with the other members of YAO, including Tokyo-born Taka (ONE OK ROCK), who came to share their desire for peace and determination to preserve Okinawa's cultural heritage. It was this shared sense of purpose that became the foundation for the track. As the members reflected on an essential message they felt was needed not only in modern Japan bu...

  Misamis Occidental turns into a vibrant hub for independent cinema as the 6th Oroquieta Film Festival showcases 28 selected works from across the Visayas and Mindanao from October 12 to 15. Among the entries chosen for the Lumayagan Shorts Competition is “Those Little Things,” a sci-fi short film hailing from Negros Occidental. Produced under Kwentista Produksyon, the short film transports viewers to the year 2222 in a cyberpunk version of Bacolod. The plot follows a teenager (Ynez Arceo) navigating a seemingly routine day with her father (Bon Cerbo), completely unaware that a surprise awaits her. Beneath its futuristic exterior, the film balances speculative technology with deeply human warmth, exploring the quiet bonds between parent and child against a high-tech backdrop. John Arceo plays different characters as a supporting actor. Co-directors and co-producers Poli Gonzales, who also supervised the visual effects team, and Massah Gonzales-Gamboa, who also wrote the screenplay...

After more than a year since their last EP release, SunKissed Lola returns with “Edi Magalit Ka,” a warm, playful, and honest new single that builds on the heartfelt storytelling behind previous fan favorites such as “Pasilyo,” “Paki Sabi,” and “Makalimutan Ka.” Turning a familiar Filipino phrase into a song about love, patience, and choosing the relationship over the argument, the track marks a fresh yet familiar chapter for the band. Known for heartfelt songs about love, longing, and the emotions people carry through relationships, SunKissed Lola enters a new chapter with a track that feels both familiar and refreshing. “Edi Magalit Ka” takes its title from a phrase often heard in everyday conversations, especially between couples and friends, but the band gives it a softer meaning. Instead of sounding dismissive or prideful, the song becomes an affectionate way of saying that even when things get difficult, love is still there. “It’s a song about relationships,” vocalist Laura Lacb...

  Moira Dela Torre is set to mark a major career milestone with her first-ever headline concert at the SM Mall of Asia Arena on October 4, 2026. Titled “Moira: Where It All Started,” the highly anticipated Manila concert will bring together her signature heartfelt melodies, soulful storytelling, and some of her most memorable songs in one emotional musical experience. The SM Mall of Asia Arena has officially listed the concert among its October 2026 events, while Ovation Productions has also confirmed the show as part of its upcoming lineup. “Where It All Started” is expected to take audiences through Moira’s musical journey, highlighting the songs and stories that have shaped her career and strengthened her connection with Filipino listeners. Known for emotionally resonant tracks such as “Paubaya” and “Tagpuan,” Moira has established herself as one of the defining voices in contemporary OPM. The concert also follows the release of the deluxe edition of her album I’m Okay , whic...

Film enthusiasts in Manila are set for a cinematic celebration as the Italian Film Festival 2026 returns to the city from June 26 to July 1, 2026 , bringing six acclaimed contemporary Italian films to the big screen at Shangri-La Red Carpet Cinema in Mandaluyong City . Organized by the Embassy of Italy in Manila in partnership with Elephant Pictures, Cineforum Robert Bresson, the Philippine-Italian Association, and Shangri-La Plaza’s Red Carpet Cinemas, the festival aims to showcase the diversity of contemporary Italian cinema while strengthening cultural ties between Italy and the Philippines. A major highlight of the Italian Film Festival Manila 2026 is its lineup of recent films from some of Italy’s notable filmmakers, including Academy Award-winning director Paolo Sorrentino , known for The Great Beauty and Youth , and acclaimed filmmaker Paolo Genovese , director of Perfect Strangers . The festival opens with La Grazia (The Pardon) by Paolo Sorrentino, a political drama cente...

More than 300 artists are set to gather at TOPS in Cebu City for Tops ArtFest 2026 , a four-day celebration of art, creativity, and new ideas happening from October 22 to 25, 2026 . Carrying the theme “Building and Breaking Norms,” Tops ArtFest 2026 encourages audiences to look at art, traditions, and familiar ideas from a different perspective. The festival explores the ways artists preserve foundations while challenging conventions and imagining new possibilities. At the center of this year’s festival are two of the Philippines’ distinctive artistic voices, Junyee and Nune Alvarado , who will serve as the festival’s main artists. They will be joined by leading names in Philippine art, including Ronald Ventura, Romulo Galicano, Demi Padua, Charlie Co, Randalf Dilla, and Dino Gabito , among many others. Their participation reflects the festival’s central message: art can honor the traditions and ideas that shaped it while continuing to question what comes next. Tops ArtFest 2026 Highl...