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05/09/2026

Calling all acoustic soloists! 🎸

​We’re expanding our Balai Torrentira family and searching for acoustic soloists to join our lineup for upcoming nights and events. We are looking for artists who can bring a warm, acoustic vibe to our space.

​Who we're looking for:
✅ Soloist Acoustic Singer / Guitarist
✅ Solid vocal ability
✅ Engaging stage presence
✅ Repertoire of acoustic covers or original music

​How to apply:
1. ​Send us a demo/sample video of 1–2 songs (covers or originals).

2. ​Include a brief introduction and your contact details.

3. ​Message us directly on our page.

​Deadline of submission:
August 31, 2026

​Audition details and screening schedules will be sent to shortlisted applicants.

Come share your sound with us. Tag your favorite local solo artists below! 👇

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18/08/2026

The province of Nueva Vizcaya is the 59th province to formulate its TP Plan, marking another milestone in the government’s efforts to ensure that peace gains translate into concrete and sustainable opportunities for FRs and their communities.

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18/08/2026

The University of the Philippines congratulates its alumna, Dr. Beverly Lorraine Ho, on her appointment as the new president and chief executive officer of the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation. She was sworn into office, Aug. 11 at the Malacañang Palace.

Ho brings her decades of experience and expertise in public health and public policy, grounded in UP’s ideals of honor, excellence, and public service.

Prior to her appointment, Ho held posts at the Department of Health, where she made great strides toward the delivery of health care to Filipinos. As chief of DOH’s Health Research Division of the Health Policy Development and Planning Bureau (April 2016-February 2020), Ho played a key role in drafting the Universal Health Care Law. She then became director of the department’s Office of Health Promotion and Communication Service (March 2020-January 2023), before rising to the rank of DOH undersecretary (2022), and later to assistant secretary of public health services (January 2023-January 2024). Ho also served as DOH deputy spokesperson (March 2020-December 2023) during the COVID-19 pandemic, during which her team produced infographic briefs.

In 2022, she was recognized as one of the Ten Outstanding Young Men and one of The Outstanding Women in the Nation's Service. Two years later, Ho received the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health Leadership Award in Public Health Practice.

Ho earned her Doctor of Medicine at UP Manila College of Medicine. She finished her bachelor’s degree in biology, cm laude, at UP Diliman.

18/08/2026

THE POWER OF MUSIC AND KINDNESS 💜

ARMY, fans of K-pop group BTS, demonstrated anew their collective action this time for a non-profit organization that aids families with young individuals battling cancer.

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07/09/2024

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It is clear that Pastor Apollo C. Quiboloy (ACQ) will not surrender to the authorities because he doesn’t trust the Marcos government. According to his lawyers, the leader of the Kingdom of Jesus Christ (KOJC) fears extraordinary rendition to the United States where he is also facing charges. Atty...