

Movie Preview: Why you and the kids should watch Zootopia 2
Photo from Walt Disney Animation Studios Can a mystery with a plot twist about animals still surprise audiences after almost ten years? And do children and kids-at-heart still feel the magic in a city where any creature can be anything? After nearly a decade, Zootopia 2 finally arrived in theaters on November 26, 2025. Produced by Walt Disney Animation Studios, the film brings back directors Byron Howard and Rich Moore, writer Jared Bush, and features voice performances by Gi
Neil Gregori Garen
12 hours ago


Movie Preview: What makes the Running Man movie a must-see thriller
Photo courtesy of Paramount Pictures How far would you go to protect the people you love? And when survival demands sacrifice, what does it really mean to be human? These are just some of the questions explored in The Running Man, the latest action-thriller from Paramount Pictures. Directed by Edgar Wright and inspired by Stephen King’s classic story, the film stars Glen Powell alongside Josh Brolin, Lee Pace, and Michael Cera, each delivering strong performances that bring i
Neil Gregori Garen
Nov 12


Movie Preview – 5 reasons to watch Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere
What happens when a rock legend walks away from the noise and chooses silence instead? Can fame and success ever compete with the search for meaning? Starring Jeremy Allen White as Bruce Springsteen, with Jeremy Strong, Stephen Graham, and Odessa Young, Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere is produced and distributed by 20th Century Studios. Directed by Scott Cooper, the film takes us to the early 1980s when Bruce created his deeply personal album Nebraska, proving that even
Neil Gregori Garen
Nov 7


How major Philippine trenches shape earthquakes in the country
Have you ever wondered why earthquakes in the Philippines happen so frequently? Or what lies beneath our surrounding seas that makes our islands part of one of the most seismically active regions on Earth? The Philippines sits right on the Pacific Ring of Fire, where several tectonic plates collide, dive, and grind past each other. This dynamic setup creates deep underwater valleys known as oceanic trenches, which are areas where one plate slides beneath another in a process
Neil Gregori Garen
Oct 28


Movie Preview: 5 reasons to Watch Kiss of the Spider Woman (2025)
Have you ever thought about how a musical can reflect political struggles? Or how art can turn confinement into a story of strength and...
Neil Gregori Garen
Oct 10


Five ways to know you are stronger than cyberbullying
Have you ever felt hurt by a post or a message that crossed the line? Or wondered how words online could make someone feel small or...
Neil Gregori Garen
Oct 6


Safeguarding peace as the key to sustainable progress
How does peace shape the future of Filipino families? And why does it matter for our daily lives and opportunities? For the Philippines,...
Neil Gregori Garen
Sep 24


Where is the Trust?
Sadness and sorrow filled my heart as I watched Cindy hugging our baby’s cloth, who was never given the chance to see the world. It has been ten years since she miscarried. Every year, we went to Obando, Bulacan, for our devotion, hoping that someday my wife would be graced with a miracle. “Love, come on now. We’ll be late. We still have a long trip ahead.” “You go ahead to the car, love. I’m just looking for my shoes.” As I reached for my shoes behind the cabinet, an empty b
Ronjo Cayetano
Sep 22


Water and sanitation practices that protect your family’s health
Do you ever wonder how small daily habits at home can protect your health? Have you thought about how water and sanitation practices...
Neil Gregori Garen
Sep 15


Commemorating history through harmony: Yellow River–Butterfly Lovers Concerto
How does music carry the weight of memory across generations? How can a melody both recall the shadows of the past and illuminate the...
Neil Gregori Garen
Sep 12


Recognition and respect in the one-policy framework
What does it mean when nations speak of the One-Policy? Why has it remained a cornerstone of international relations for half a century?...
Neil Gregori Garen
Sep 5


Encantadia and beyond: 5 Philippine cultural lessons from a fantasy world
When a fantasy series draws on Philippine culture, it becomes more than an escape; it becomes a living tapestry of folklore, ritual, and social memory. Through mythical creatures, strong family ties, and stories passed down by word of mouth, such a series reflects the Philippines’ rich oral traditions, communal values like bayanihan , and the resilience shaped by history. Encantadia is more than a fantasy epic filled with diwatas , kingdoms, and magical stones. It is also a c
Ronjo Cayetano
Sep 3




