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DA USES ART TO PROMOTE PH RUBBER INDUSTRY

The Department of Agriculture – Philippine Rubber Research Institute (PRRI), in partnership with the Philippine Rubber Industries Association, Inc. (PRIA), has initiated a project aimed at elevating the profile and visibility of the rubber industry by showcasing arts derived from rubber to highlight the creativity and innovation within the industry. Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel, […]

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Politics

HOUSE KICKS OFF NATIONAL ARTS MONTH CELEBRATION

World-class performers showcasing the country’s rich artistic and cultural heritage visited the House of Representatives for the institution’s flag raising ceremony and celebration of the 2024 National Arts Month (NAM).House Committee on Welfare of Children chairperson and BHW Party-list Representative Angelica Natasha Co, who graced the event as guest speaker, said that Philippine art reflects […]

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MMDA AWARDS ART, PHOTOGRAPHY TILT WINNERS

The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) announced the winners of the metro-wide art, photography, and songwriting contests carrying the theme “I Love Metro Manila (MM)” aimed at showcasing the National Capital Region’s growth and development. MMDA Chairman Romando Artes congratulated the winners of the contests launched to raise public awareness about past and recent developments […]

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Government

MMDA LAUNCHES ‘I LOVE MM’ PHOTO, ART CONTESTS

The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) has launched metro-wide photography, songwriting, and art contests carrying the theme “I Love MM (Metro Manila)” aimed at showcasing the National Capital Region’s growth and development. MMDA Chairman Benhur Abalos invites amateur and professional Filipino artists who are residents of Metro Manila to join the contests. “We encourage residents […]

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Politics

THE SEA GAMES CAULDRON IS A WORK OF ART – SPEAKER CAYETANO

House Speaker Alan Peter Cayetano defended the controversial P50-million cauldron for the Southeast Asian (SEA) Games, saying it is a “symbol of the games” and a “work of art.” Cayetano, chairman of the Philippine Southeast Asian Games Organizing Committee (Phisgoc), personally attended the Senate deliberation on the proposed budget of the Philippine Sports Commission (PSC). […]

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Sports & Entertainment

ART X CINEMA: GREAT PLACES TO CATCH FILMS

For the past years, homegrown films have been gaining attention locally and overseas paving its way to compete with mainstream movies. These indie films pose much promise in making good use of the cultural lens to depict human conditions and societal issues with nuance and depth, free from commercial considerations. A couple of years ago, […]