Top News Asia Magazine Hosts Special Signing With George Garcia and Mikee Romero at PWRF 2026

TAG Media Group hosted a special signing session at the Philippine Readers and Writers Festival held at National Book Store Araneta City on August 14, 2026. As Top News Asia Magazine features two prominent figures in Philippine politics and public service.

Spearheaded by TAG Media Group President and Editor-in-Chief Engr. Grace Bondad-Nicolas, the event brought together two powerful guest speakers: Comelec Chairman Atty. George Erwin Mojica Garcia; and corporate leader, former Congressman, and PAF Reserve Officer Brig. Gen. Michael “Mikee” Lagman Romero. 

Brad Pitt and dog Odin brave the harsh elements, together, in the new international trailer for “HEART OF THE BEAST,” directed by David Ayer. Only in cinemas SEPTEMBER 23

Survival depends on their bond. Find out more about Special Forces officer James Belmont’s (Brad Pitt) relationship with his combat dog, Odin, in the new trailer for Heart of the Beast, from acclaimed filmmaker David Ayer. Also starring J.K. Simmons and Anna Lambe, the film opens in Philippine cinemas September 23. 

Watch the newly released international trailer: https://youtu.be/VrbczgDt-Wo

In Heart of the Beast, after a harrowing plane crash, Special Forces officer James Belmont and his combat dog, Odin, find themselves stranded deep in the Alaskan wilderness. Together, they are forced into a brutal fight for survival against the elements. From director David Ayer, Heart of the Beast is an intense adventure thriller that explores the unbreakable bond between a man and his best friend as they face their greatest battle yet.

Photo credit: Paramount Pictures

Spotify's The Come Up unpacks SB19's six-year rise from RADAR to Lollapalooza

Following their debut at Lollapalooza as the first P-Pop group to perform at the festival, Spotify spotlights SB19 in The Come Up, a global series that traces the defining moments behind an artist’s rise,

SB19's streaming story is unique as they are known beyond a single breakout moment. Since “GENTO”, the group has maintained more than 1.4 million global monthly listener base on Spotify, built and sustained by fans across multiple releases, cross-market collaborations, and the power of playlisting.

SB19 joined RADAR Philippines in March 2020 as one of the Filipino artists featured in the program’s global launch, with 141,489 monthly listeners on Spotify. Six years later, they performed at Lollapalooza with over 1.4 million monthly listeners. As SB19 moved through eras, Spotify's playlists carried each chapter to new listeners.

“Insidious: Out of the Further” takes over the box office with a record-breaking 51.7-M PHP, the biggest horror opening day of all time in PH

"Insidious: Out of the Further” scared up a record-breaking opening at the local box office, setting a new record for biggest opening day of all time for a horror movie in the Philippines. 

Horror fans flocked to cinemas, including for sold-out midnight screenings, to be among the first to watch the latest installment in the cult favorite “Insidious” franchise. On its first day, “Insidious: Out of the Further” generated 51,682,703 PHP, beating the record set by its predecessor, “Insidious: The Red Door,” in 2023, and making “Out of the Further” the record-holder for the biggest opening day for the “Insidious” franchise.

This was announced today by Columbia Pictures Industries, Inc., distributor of “Insidious: Out of the Further.”

Watch the trailer: https://youtu.be/b0vevY6iVRw

Prophetic Filipino Musical Ambon, Ulan, Baha Reawakens at the MET Amid Rising Climate Crises

Award-winning musical returns in a timely reimagining, holding a mirror to a generation increasingly burdened by the realities of climate change while underscoring the urgent need for collective action.

The acclaimed ethno-pop-rock modern zarzuela Ambon, Ulan, Baha, written by multi-awarded playwright Frank G. Rivera, marks a significant full-circle homecoming as it reawakens at the Metropolitan Theater (MET) on September 26 and 27.

Presented by the National Commission for Culture and the Arts and the Metropolitan Theater, and produced by Pixel Art Media Production Co., the Filipino musical returns in a timely reimagining, exploring themes of greed, social inequality, and environmental reckoning.

The homecoming carries special significance as Ambon, Ulan, Baha returns to the MET’s storied halls after more than three decades. 

Tops Artfest 2026 Invites Everyone To Build, Break, And See Art Differently

What happens when artists come together to question the rules, challenge expectations, and imagine new possibilities?

More than 300 artists will gather at TOPS, Cebu City for Tops ArtFest 2026, a four-day celebration of art, creativity, and ideas running from October 22 to 25.

This year’s theme, “Building and Breaking Norms,” invites audiences to look at the world around them with fresh eyes. It is about the things we inherit, the traditions and ideas we choose to carry forward, the conventions we dare to challenge, and the possibilities that emerge when we are willing to see things differently.

At the heart of the festival are two of the Philippines’ most distinctive artistic voices, Junyee and Nune Alvarado, who will serve as the festival’s main artists. Joining the festival are the rockstars of Philippine art including Ronald Ventura, Romulo Galicano, Demi Padua, Charlie Co, Randalf Dilla, Dino Gabito, amongst many others.

HONOR Magic V6 Takes Center Court at Gentry Open 2026

HONOR partners with Gentry Open for its second year, putting performance, innovation, and the next generation of Filipino tennis in the spotlight.

HONOR Philippines and Gentry Open representatives, together with the Pareng Crew, celebrate the partnership during the Gentry Open 2026 opening ceremony, with the HONOR Magic V6 taking center stage.

Global AI devices provider HONOR Philippines brought the HONOR Magic V6 to center court as the official presenter of Gentry Open 2026, marking another year of partnership with the tournament and its commitment to supporting the growth of tennis in the Philippines.

This is her confession. The thrilling trailer for “Verity,” starring Anne Hathaway, Dakota Johnson, and Josh Hartnett, has arrived

In PH cinemas September 30

There is only darkness ahead. “Verity” is an upcoming seductive psychological thriller based on Colleen Hoover’s best-selling novel. 

In “Verity,” promising writer Lowen Ashleigh (Dakota Johnson) is hired to ghostwrite for famed author Verity Crawford (Anne Hathaway). To get into the spirit of writing for Verity, Lowen moves into the Crawfords’ home. A story of manipulation, attraction, and separating fiction from reality unfolds.

The Real Magic Is About to Unfold: HONOR Magic V6 Takes the Spotlight on August 24

HONOR’s latest flagship foldable is set to redefine the premium smartphone experience with next-generation AI, exceptional durability, and powerful performance

Global AI devices provider HONOR Philippines is set to launch its next flagship foldable smartphone, the HONOR Magic V6, on August 24, 2026, promising a new chapter in premium mobile innovation.

Following a series of teasers highlighting its durability and innovation, the HONOR Magic V6 is set to reveal what lies beyond the fold. With advanced AI capabilities and flagship performance, the latest foldable is poised to raise the bar for what consumers can expect from the next generation of foldable smartphones.

Disney Sets The Stage For What’s Next In Entertainment At D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event

Disney CEO Josh D’Amaro kicked off the Disney Entertainment Showcase in a sold-out arena event packed with exclusive first looks at highly anticipated releases from across the company.

The power of Disney fandom is on full display at the Anaheim Convention Center, with immersive experiences, fan-favorite programming, exclusive shopping, and unprecedented show floor offerings.

Thousands of Disney fans from around the world came together in Anaheim, Calif. today for the start of D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event presented by Visa. From an expanded show floor filled with immersive experiences and exclusive offerings at the Anaheim Convention Center, to the spectacular nighttime Disney Entertainment Showcase at the Honda Center, fans experienced a day packed with unforgettable moments, beloved stories, and exclusive first looks at what’s next from Disney’s world-class storytellers.