Surely, you’ve seen headlines like this and you have wondered, “Wait a minute. Shouldn’t it be UNESCO, and not Unesco?” Hi! This is Journo Bites, a series of quick journalism tips from yours truly, so that bit by bit, you understand why journalists write and report their stories the way they do. Before I continue…
You probably haven’t heard of many Latvian films despite it having one of the most vibrant cinematic traditions out there. Just like the Philippines, none of its Oscar bets have been nominated ever since it started submitting entries following the restoration of their independence from the Soviet Union in 1992 (we first submitted “Genghis Khan”…
Photo by Magda Ehlers | Pexels NAGA CITY—For 13 years, the Bishop Gainza Trade Fair has helped micro, small, and medium enterprises gain a platform. Now in its fourteenth year, it sets its eyes on helping creatives as well. The trade fair harkens back to the 1875 agricultural fair initiated by the then titular Bishop…
TABACO CITY—The first ever tourist rest area (TRA) in the Bicol Region will soon rise on an “upcycled park” after it broke ground on Wednesday, July 31, in this city. The TRA in Hiraya Manawari Nature Park, which is also the city’s materials recovery facility (MRF), will be one of the 22 planned new sites…
NOTE: This article first appeared in Coverstory.ph, where I am a contributor. LEGAZPI CITY—Former senator and Liberal Party president Francis “Kiko” Pangilinan is mulling a comeback to the Senate in next year’s midterm elections, but this would depend on his prospects of winning. “I’m inclined to seek reelection, but I have not finalized my plans…
Before anything else, let me just remind you that two Japanese series—”Downtown Rocket” and “Rikuoh”—are available online for free in the Japan Film Festival website. You have until tomorrow, July 3, to watch all episodes. “I Go GaGa: Welcome Home, Mom” (ぼけますから、よろしくお願いします。～おかえりお母さん～) was part of the lineup—the only documentary—that Filipinos could watch for free during…
“Unexpectedly, my post gained attention, shedding light on local bookshops like Nanay Fely’s. Despite challenges, they persist in making reading accessible. Let’s celebrate these unsung heroes of literacy.
Let’s delve into the exciting world of island hopping in this blog post. Let me tell you how you can turn that plan into reality, take a peek at the financial side so you know what to expect, and of course, we’ll shine a spotlight on some seriously stunning islands just waiting for you to explore.
Today, April 26, will be the last day that I will be staying in Bicol University College of Arts and Letters (Bucal) as a regular faculty.
Here’s a complete list of all the nominees and winners at the 96th Academy Awards, also known as the Oscars. Please comeback later to see the complete rundown of who won what. Photo by Mirko Fabian | Pexels.
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