The New Channel (TNC), a dynamic digital platform known for its timely, thought-provoking, and advocacy-driven content, has unveiled a bold vision for 2025. With a renewed focus on cultural promotion, international collaboration, and innovative projects, TNC is poised to solidify its position as a leading force in alternative media, driving positive change and showcasing Filipino…

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TikTok, the viral video-sharing platform that has revolutionized social media, has found itself at the crossroads of global politics and tech industry regulation. Since its launch, the platform has grown from a niche app popular with teens to a global cultural force, reshaping entertainment, advertising, and social interaction. But its rapid ascent has come with…

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Veteran actor and TV host Vic Sotto is locked in a legal battle with filmmaker Darryl Yap over the promotional materials for Yap’s upcoming movie, “The Rapists of Pepsi Paloma,” an upcoming Philippine biographical crime drama film written and directed by Yap. It stars Rhed Bustamante, Mon Confiado, Gina Alajar, Andres Balano Jr. and Shamaine Buencamino. This is the first film directed…

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K-drama fever swept the nation in 2024, with titles like Queen of Tears and Gyeongseong Creature dominating the airwaves. But it wasn’t just Korean content that captured hearts — OPM artists like BINI and Ben&Ben also experienced a resurgence, reminding us of the power of homegrown talent. With 2024 coming to a close, Google has…

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Bibingka Coffee from AI? If it’s good I’ll drink it. In a team-up with Commune Coffee, Google Gemini AI recently created a unique Pinoy coffee for the coming Holiday season. It’s called the Special Bibingka Coffee Latte. Yup, only an AI could think of a coffee drink flavored after a rice cake.  It’s made up…

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Korean action-comedy I, the Executioner, raced to the top of the charts of the Korean box office with $15 million in haul.   I, The Executioner is a buddy cop movie about a veteran officer Detective Do-cheol teaming up new hot-shot cop named Sun-woo, who freshly joined the major crimes unit after idolizing Do-cheol for years.…

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Media and Information Literacy (MIL), which involves acquiring the skills to access, analyze, evaluate, and produce media content while understanding the ethical implications of media consumption and production, can empower vulnerable populations. This article marks the beginning of a four-part series dedicated to exploring the importance of MIL in helping the Filipino youth navigate the…

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This is the concluding part of our four-part series on Media and Information Literacy (MIL) in the context of the Disinformation Web. In this article, we’ll explore why MIL is crucial in the Philippines for countering disinformation, examine the ongoing MIL initiatives, and highlight strategies to create a more resilient society. In today’s era, where…

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