Heart Evangelista once again held a closet sale, titled "Heart and Friends," where her fashionable items would be available for purchase.
Oct 18, 2026
“Amir,” “Los Salvajes Bravos,” and “A Perfect Marriage” depict war through a child’s eyes, colonial exploitation, and the struggle for parenthood
Backpackers and young independent travelers can experience a five-star resort without paying for a conventional hotel room through Youth Pods by the Bay, a capsule accommodation concept operating in partnership with Plantation Bay in Mactan, Cebu. Rates start at P3,500 per pod per night for stays of at least two nights, while a one-night stay costs P4,500. All bookings are nonrefundable. The concept allows guests to save on accommodations while enjoying the facilities of Plantation Bay, an 11-hectare resort known for its lagoons, swimming pools, leisure activities and Mogambo Springs spa. Youth Pods by the Bay was developed by restaurateur Brian Noel, a longtime business partner of Plantation Bay shareholders. The concept is aimed at travelers who want to explore Cebu while keeping accommodation costs manageable. The property offers capsule-style sleeping quarters in a secure environment, with air conditioning and Internet access. Dedicated communal areas are also available for lounging, dining, meeting fellow travelers and drying laundry. Beyond the accommodations, guests can access Plantation Bay's resort facilities, including its lagoons and pools, leisure activities and four restaurants serving a range of cuisines. They may also dine at the resort's restaurants or book treatments at Mogambo Springs. Plantation Bay has received recognition in readers' polls by Condé Nast Traveller and Travel + Leisure. It is known for its tropical village-inspired setting and landscaped surroundings. Youth Pods by the Bay operates as a separate entity in partnership with Plantation Bay. The concept offers an alternative for travelers who prefer to spend less on sleeping arrangements and more on exploring their destination and enjoying resort amenities. For bookings and more information, visit plantationbay.com/youthpods.
One Zone Fest has added more stars to its Day 1 lineup!
Sometimes, letting go of clothes means letting go of a version of ourselves
Paddy Ma Wendi, a director of vertical dramas since 2023, has had a front-row seat to how fast and hard artificial intelligence has affected the mobile-first entertainment genre in 2026. Digital content farms have started churning out short productions – serialised stories made for smartphones and usually watched in portrait mode – using the latest AI technology. “When I was in the US [for a live-action vertical drama], I usually hired about 20 to 30 people, including the actors,” says Ma, who...
Gwyneth Paltrow is at it again, featuring a Filipino dish in one of her cooking videos!
Abi Marquez is still relishing the opportunity to serve as a guest judge on "MasterChef Asia."
Oct 17, 2026
When Ria Xi set off on her 20,000km (12,400-mile) endurance challenge, she had no idea what the impact on her body would be. But she was curious to find out. The Beijing-born former tech executive who used AI to develop running training plans has now developed a daily test to track her biometric data alongside memory, motivation and energy levels as she runs across Eurasia. The extraordinary journey, which began on May 1, 2026, from Vladivostok, Russia, will see Xi run the ancient Silk Road...
Before The Dark Knight made him a household name in 2008, Christopher Nolan crafted intricate thrillers such as Following (1998), Memento (2000) and Insomnia (2002). But 2006’s The Prestige, which turns 20 this month, is the most labyrinthine by far. Made just after Batman Begins (2005), but a far stranger and more personal proposition, it is set in 1890s London. Here, we are introduced to stage magicians Robert Angier (Hugh Jackman) and Alfred Borden (Christian Bale), who risk their lives, and...
A movie adaptation of the popular “Red Rising” book series is in the works!
Pet owners and their furry companions can enjoy a Halloween-themed outing as the Spooky Walkathon returns for its second year on October 24 at Bridgetowne Open Grounds in Pasig City.
A new reality show to seek promising designers for Vietnamese fashion has kicked off in HCM City.