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SINULOG 2024: What is the Devotee City?
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Devotees of Señor Santo Niño are widely recognized for their deep religious convictions and practices, particularly during the annual Sinulog Festival in Cebu, held every January. With the annual influx of devotees to Cebu City for the Sinulog Festival and the attendance of novena masses for the Fiesta Señor, the city.....»»
IN PHOTOS: Balik Cebu 2024
Summary: The Balik Cebu 2024 event, hosted at the Terraces, Ayala Center Cebu, has been a prominent part of the Sinulog festival for 22 years. In collaboration with the Cebu City Government, Mactan International Airport Association, and other tourism stakeholders, it aims to welcome back balikbayans (returning Filipinos) for the grand Sinulog festival. The Balik Cebu Dinner Show offers balikbayans the complete Sinulog experience, featuring Filipino cuisine, performances by Cebuano artists, the Sinulog Mardi Gras, the presentation of Miss Cebu winners and her court, Tribu Basakanaon, and a band performance. Tickets priced at P500 can be purchased at the Balik Cebu Turista Desk by presenting a passport or proof of residence outside the Philippines. Balikbayans can also buy up to three additional tickets for non-balikbayans accompanying them. The event will take place at Ayala Center Cebu on January 18 at 6 PM. (SPONSORED CONTENT).....»»
Bacolod City s MassKara Festival poised for more global exposure
Bacolod City s MassKara Festival poised for more global exposure.....»»
From Romblon to Berlin: Cinemalaya’s ‘Huling Palabas’ to compete at the Berlinale
The 19th Cinemalaya Independent Film Festival entry “Huling Palabas,” which earned Best Director award for Ryan Espinosa Machado and Best Performance of a Supporting Actor for Bon Andrew Lentejas, is poised to compete at the 74th Berlin International Film Festival or Berlinale under its Generation 14plus category......»»
[WATCH] Dragons and delicacies at Cebu’s Red Lantern Festival
For the Lunar New Year, members of the Filipino-Chinese community in Cebu City join the Dragon Dance Parade for the second edition of the Red Lantern Festival.....»»
Mike Rama: Sinulog 2025 ‘must be in SRP’
CEBU CITY, Philippines – The Sinulog Festival in 2025 will still be held in the South Road Properties (SRP). “It must be in SRP,” Cebu City Mayor Michael Rama said in an interview on Sunday afternoon, January 21. For Rama, the SRP remains the best venue for the annual festival. Some of the spectators in.....»»
Sara reveals she will run in next polls
Summary: Sara Duterte, the Vice President and Education Secretary, announced her intention to run in the next election during a visit to flood victims in Barangay Bago Gallera. In a Facebook Live video, she mentioned that her brothers, Davao City Mayor Sebastian “Baste” Duterte and First District Rep. Paolo “Pulong” Duterte, may not run in the next election, prompting her decision to campaign. However, she did not specify the position she would be running for. The upcoming election will be the 2025 midterm senatorial elections for senators, congressmen, and local officials, with the presidential national elections scheduled for 2028. Duterte also emphasized the importance of barangay development councils in times of calamity and stressed the need for disaster resilience and awareness among barangay officials and children. Additionally, she highlighted the significance of safety and security, urging trust in security personnel and caution against scammers and swindlers. Duterte also emphasized the importance of education for the younger generation and the equal opportunities it provides. This announcement comes amidst her visits to various areas in the Philippines, where she has been extending aid and addressing pertinent issues such as disaster resilience and community safety......»»
Bigger Metro Manila Film Festival for its 50th year
The annual summer Metro Manila Film Festival will be canceled this year to give way to a bigger, grander and much-awaited 50th anniversary of the MMFF this December......»»
Your Mother s Son to premiere at IdeaFirst Film Festival
Jun Lana's controversial film "Your Mother’s Son" is set for its Philippine premiere at the EnlighTEN: The IdeaFirst Film Festival......»»
Singaporean embassy in India extends Holi wishes, shares images of celebrations in Barsana
New Delhi [India], March 24 (ANI): As Indians across the world geared up to ring in the festival of colours, the Singaporean embassy in the national capital extended its greetings for Holi, wishing that the festival would bring peace and joy to all. It also shared mesmerising pictures of Holi celebrations in one of India's oldest and most popular pilgrimage sites, Barsana, in Uttar Pradesh. A post on the official X handle.....»»
Singaporean embassy in India extends Holi wishes, shares images of celebrations in Barsana
New Delhi [India], March 24 (ANI): As Indians across the world geared up to ring in the festival of colours, the Singaporean embassy in the national capital extended its greetings for Holi, wishing that the festival would bring peace and joy to all. It also shared mesmerising pictures of Holi celebrations in one of India's oldest and most popular pilgrimage sites, Barsana, in Uttar Pradesh. A post on the official X handle.....»»
Vilma nanguna sa pagdiriwang ng ‘Barako Festival 2024’, dinagsa ng celebs
SA ikalawang taon ng selebrasyon ng Barako Festival ngayong 2024 ay masasabing ito ang pinakamalaki dahil maraming highlights mula kahapon, Marso 14 hanggang bukas, Marso 16. Ang Star For All Seasons na si dating Congresswoman Vilma Santos–Recto ang nanguna sa opening ng Barako Fest 2024 kasama ang anak na si Ryan Christian Santos-Recto, pati ang.....»»
Belmonte welcomes new Guinness record at pork festival
Quezon City Mayor Joy Belmonte has welcomed the new Guinness World Record for the most number of pork dishes displayed during the opening of the five-day hog festival at Gateway 2 mall in Cubao on Friday......»»
Philippines sets new Guinness World Record at pork festival
The Philippines has set a new Guinness World Record for the most number of varieties of pork dishes on display yesterday during the start of the five-day Hog Festival in Cubao, Quezon City......»»
IN PHOTOS: 2024 Panagbenga Festival’s blooming opening
This year's theme reflects the festival's goal: to balance traditional values with new ideas, making Panagbenga a relevant and engaging celebration for all attendees.....»»
Firefly wins big at MIFF; Piolo Pascual, Dingdong Dantes tie for Best Actor
After coming out on top at the 2023 Metro Manila Film Festival, "Firefly" continued its streak at the Manila International Film Festival held in Hollywood......»»
Voltes V, Slam Dunk, Detective Conan lead Japanese Film Festival 2024 lineup
14 films will be screening for free at the 2024 Japanese Film Festival, which will take place in Manila, Cebu, Baguio, Iloilo and Davao......»»
Fil-Am rapper MBNel thrilled to perform during Cebu’s Sinulog 2024 festival
Filipino-American hip-hop artist MBNel, real name Jhonel Dongon, is thrilled to be performing at the Trademark Club in Cebu City on Sunday during the Sinulog Festival 2024 celebration. It comes full circle for him to put on a show in Cebu as he spent parts of his childhood there and is also the hometown of his mother......»»
Dinagyang Festival: 10-day gun ban set
A gun ban will be enforced in this city for 10 days in connection with the celebration of the Dinagyang Festival......»»
‘Insensitive’ Singkil dance in Sinulog called out by Bangsamoro gov’t; CTU apologizes
CEBU CITY, Philippines — The Bangsamoro Government urged festival organizers and local officials for an open and constructive collaboration in representing Moro culture after performers from a university here danced the Singkil during the Opening Salvo of the Sinulog Festival. The Bangsamoro called out the ‘grossly inappropriate and culturally insensitive’ representation of the Singkil of.....»»