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  Henry Moodie releases his incredible new single, ‘ comedown ’ , out now via Robots & Humans (UK) and Columbia Records (US). Henry Moodie delivers ‘ comedown ’, an energetic yet introspective pop anthem that captures the heady thrill of falling in love, laced with the quiet fear that it might not last. Blending organic instrumentation with a euphoric, emotionally charged sound, Moodie reflects on the vulnerability that comes with opening your heart. With his signature heartfelt lyricism and soaring vocals, ‘ comedown ’ offers a powerful snapshot of love’s highs and the insecurities that linger just beneath the surface. Henry Moodie is gearing up for an exciting summer on the road, kicking off with supporting Dean Lewis on the European leg of his tour before heading on his first-ever headline Asia tour this July. The rising singer-songwriter will bring his heartfelt pop sound to fans across the region, with stops in Kuala Lumpur, Seoul, Hong Kong, Taipei, Bangkok, and Tokyo. Fo...

Grab’s wide-ranging programs, from financial aid to wellness and family support, transform the livelihoods  of partners like Ronni and Mary Joy; and fuel shared prosperity across communities. Now in its second year, “Itatawid, Ihahatid” continues to spotlight the often-overlooked dedication of Grab’s driver- and delivery-partners — everyday heroes who go the extra mile not just for passengers and customers, but for the families who rely on them. This year’s campaign features two viral short films inspired by real stories—those of a senior GrabCar driver and a determined female GrabFood cyclist. More than just testimonials of grit, these stories reveal a shared reality among drivers and riders: behind every booking is a mission, one that transforms individual journeys into opportunities for entire families. In the heat of a Manila afternoon, 63-year-old Ronald “Ronni” Petterson grips the steering wheel of his GrabCar with precision. He is simply a dedicated transport professional ...

Repertory Philippines (REP) has raised the curtain on Yasmina Reza’s Olivier & Tony award-winning comedy, ART , with a translation by Christopher Hampton and directed by Victor Lirio. The 88th season’s play will have a limited run only until June 29 , with performances scheduled on Friday and Saturday at 8PM, and matinee performances on Sunday at 3:30PM at REP Eastwood Theater in Quezon City.  REP’s production of ART is comprised of New York, London, and Manila-based creatives. The international cast features London-based Filipino-British actor Martin Sarreal , who appeared in Season 3 of the hit Netflix series, Bridgerton; award-winning Manila-based actor Brian Sy , who was recently seen in The Sandbox Collective’s Tiny Beautiful Things and in Company of Actors in Streamlined Theatre (CAST) PH’s Othello as Cassio; and British stage, film, and television actor Freddy Sawyer , a Bristol Old Vic alum and who appeared in Apple TV’s hit series, Trying. Directed by Victor Lirio ,...

  Global music superstar JADE returns today with her new single ' Plastic Box '.   Written by JADE with GRADES and Lauren Aquilina and co-produced by Oscar Görres, the track is a pulsating electro synth-pop song about jealousy and irrational emotion.   JADE says: " Plastic Box is about that irrational and toxic insecurity within us when we think about our partner's previous relationships, even though we know everyone has a past. It’s a happy-sad pop song and one of my favourite songs I've ever written ." 'Plastic Box' is taken from her upcoming hugely anticipated debut solo album 'THAT’S SHOWBIZ BABY!'. The album will be released on September 12th and sees JADE work with a variety of A list collaborators on the project including Mike Sabath, Lostboy, Cirkut, RAYE and Pablo Bowman.   JADE also recently announced the dates for her first solo UK and Ireland tour 'THAT’S SHOWBIZ BABY! – THE TOUR', which has already completely sold out. JAD...

Ballet Manila’s Pearl Year Performance Season reaches a spectacular finale with the highly anticipated production of Don Quixote, featuring Mariinsky Ballet principal dancers Kimin Kim and Renata Shakirova. Taking on the role of Basilio, this marks Kim’s first ever performance in the Philippines.  Following her triumphant performance in Ballet Manila’s “Giselle” last year, Shakirova returns to perform the role of Kitri. Kim is the first foreign male principal dancer in Mariinsky Ballet’s illustrious history, a groundbreaking achievement in the Russian ballet world. Born in Seoul, South Korea, he was introduced to ballet at the age of 10 when his mother, a composer, encouraged him to pursue the art. He trained under former Mariinsky soloists Margarita Kullik and Vladimir Kim at the Korea National University of Arts, refining his technique in the Vaganova method. His exceptional talent quickly gained international recognition, earning him top honors in prestigious ballet competitions...

GRAMMY nominated, multi-platinum chart-topping global superstar The Kid LAROI releases his highly anticipated new single, “ HOW DOES IT FEEL ” via Columbia Records. LAROI officially announced the single on socials earlier this week, attracting buzz from eager fans. The track features a special appearance from renowned musician, Thundercat, playing the song’s hypnotic baseline. LAROI also dropped the flirty new video counterpart starring actress Talia Ryder alongside himself, directed by CALMATIC (Kendrick Lamar, The Rolling Stones), showcasing his smooth dance moves at the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel. “HOW DOES IT FEEL” follows LAROI’s first release of 2025, “ ALL I WANT IS YOU .” Last year, he released the deluxe version of his full-length debut album,  THE FIRST TIME,  featuring five new tracks .  He also embarked on  The First Time Tour,  which brought him across Europe, North America and Australia. He released three new singles “ Girls ,” which he debuted l...