Why an Apology Isn’t Enough: The Historic Backlash Facing ‘Perfect Crown’ Episode 11

As a dedicated K-drama fan, I have been glued to my screen every week watching Perfect Crown. Let’s be honest: seeing IU (as the bold Seong Hui-ju) and Byeon Woo-seok (as Grand Prince I-an) bring their contract-marriage-to-royal-romance plot to life has been an absolute treat. Their chemistry is incredible, and Episode 11 delivered some of…

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Captured by HONOR 400 5G: BINI, Regine Velasquez Lead OPM Stars at the 38th Awit Awards 

HONOR 400 5G powers 38th Awit Awards, captures the brightest OPM stars Manila, Philippines, November 20, 2025 – Global AI device ecosystem company HONOR Philippines recently partnered with the 38th Awit Awards on November 16, 2025, in its pursuit of supporting local music. Captured by #YourAIPhone, OPM icons shone brighter as the whole nation celebrated the success of local music. …

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Art Takes Over SM Supermalls with “Art for Everyone”!

SM Supermalls continues its unwavering support for Filipino artistry with the nationwide launch of Art for Everyone—a month-long celebration of creativity, culture, and community across 18 malls this July. Building on the remarkable success of the 2024 Art Market, which earned the prestigious Gold Stevie® Award for Innovation in the Use of Events, SM Supermalls…

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SM Book Nook Reading Festival brings Filipino stories to life at SM Aura

The SM Book Nook Reading Festival, held on January 31, 2025, at the Book Nook in SM Aura, drew 500 book lovers of all ages for a dynamic celebration of Filipino literature and creativity. From engaging author meet-and-greets to lively performances and informative workshops, the festival offered a rich array of literary experiences. Interactive storytelling…

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Sensory-friendly screening of “Firefly” shines a light on inclusion

“Lights Up, Sounds Down” offers inclusive movie experience for autism community In celebration of National Autism Consciousness Week, SM Cares, SM Cinema, Autism Society Philippines (ASP), and GMA Pictures partnered to host a successful sensory-friendly screening of the award-winning film “Firefly” on January 17, 2025. Over 2,000 participants across 10 SM malls, including children on…

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Filipinos love concerts, but venue infrastructure gaps are a threat to the experience

Countries with better, bigger, and more competitive concert venues have reaped economic benefits, especially with the massive and significant influence of popular international acts like pop superstar Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour and Coldplay’s World Tour in consumer behavior and spending.  Driving tens of thousands of ‘Swifties’ and concert enthusiasts, the success of these concerts was…

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