The Korean Cultural Center in the Philippines (KCC) is turning the worldwide buzz around the hit animated film “K‑Pop Demon Hunters” into a deeper encounter with Korea’s rich artistic traditions. From July 18 to August 4, KCC will host a four‑part program—Step Into the World of K‑Pop Demon Hunters—that invites fans to trace the movie’s unmistakable visual icons back to their cultural roots.   “When viewers fall in love with Sussie & Derpy, marvel at the sleek black gat, or spot the maedeup bracelet on screen, they’re actually looking at centuries‑old symbols of Korean life,” said Kim Myeongjin, Director of...

 The Korean Cultural Center in the Philippines (KCC) is giving K-drama fans, creatives, and storytellers a rare chance to meet one of Korea’s most influential content creators — Gwang Jin, the mind behind the global sensation Itaewon Class — through the latest installment of its “Meet the Mentor” series.   Happening from July 4 to 6, 2025, this three-day program brings Gwang Jin to multiple venues in Metro Manila, where he will share his journey — from crafting the original webtoon to seeing it adapted into the blockbuster K-drama that resonated with audiences worldwide for its themes of resilience, diversity,...

Returning to  AnimeJapan 2023, Netflix showcased their diverse slate of current and upcoming anime including fan-favorites like PLUTO or newly announced series Ōoku: The Inner Chambers, delighting fans both in and outside Japan during multiple booth presentations and a star-studded stage event.    The broad lineup across genres like sci-fi, action and more includes newly announced titles Ōoku: The Inner Chambers (Coming in 2023), the first anime adaptation of the hit manga by Fumi Yoshinaga, or Yakitori: Soldiers of Misfortune (May 2023), an anime series adapted from a brand-new military science fiction novel by Carlo Zen, who made his debut...

  As magnificent and glamorous as the Miss Universe pageants are, whoever is crowned Miss Universe also wins a fabulous prize package worth millions of dollars, although it won’t all be in cash, the Miss Universe salary is rumored to be pretty extravagant.   According to Esquire, here’s everything Miss Universe 2020 will win: 1. A rumored six-figure salary, although the Miss Universe Organization is tight-lipped about the cash prize. 2. A one-year stay at the Miss Universe apartment in New York City, which she’s expected to share with Miss U.S.A. 3. Groceries, transport, and the like during her one-year...

  Aries — the first sign of the zodiac, is the representation of spring and new beginnings, earning people born under this sign the title of trailblazers, leaders, and innovators. This bright, fierce, and brave sign is the kind who always has a fresh idea and the energy capable of executing it. That’s why the world is full of prominent iconic Aries women who are bringing about surge of change in the world with their invigorating spirit. And just in time for the Aries season, we list down different famous empowered females who were born under this sign.   Mariah...