“Star Hunt” kicks off auditions in Asia The grand audition will go to Japan and Hong Kong this September

Is the next big star coming from Asia?

ABS-CBN's grandest audition, "Star Hunt", will go to Japan on September 8 and 9, and to Hong Kong on September 23, through The Filipino Channel (TFC), the flagship brand of the network’s subsidiary ABS-CBN Global.

The Star Hunters will be on the lookout for people with good singing and dancing skills, possess a unique personality or have an inspiring story to share.

Netflix's second Spanish Original Series, teen drama ELITE, is coming to Netflix on October 5

Welcome to the world of ELITE! Coming of age dramas, interrelations, different class struggles, love and a murder to be solved! ELITE launches globally on Netflix October 5, 2018.

Watch the ELITE date announcement video HERE.

National Artist BenCab Recieves Honoris Causa

National Artist for Visual Arts Benedicto "BenCab" Cabrera was conferred the honorary degree Doctor of Humanities, Honoris Causa by the University of the Cordilleras (UC) during its 72nd Commencement Exercises  held last August 24, 2018 in recognition of his contributions in the field of culture and arts.

In his speech, Cabrera recalled being introduced to the region's rich culture in the 60's describing it as "truly original." He also noted the aesthetic qualities of the region's artworks which are presently showcased at the BenCab Museum.

"As residents of these mountains and valleys, it is important that we acknowledge and respect this shared heritage [and] making sure that our environment is protected is equally important," Cabrera said.

BenCab also underscored the importance of taking care of the environment which is among the advocacies of the BenCab Art Foundation.

UAAP Season 81 highlights student-athletes’ journey to success

Student-athletes show how sports paves the way to their success in UAAP Season 81, airing outside the Philippines via TFC and with same-day Video On Demand (VOD) plus livestreaming via TFC online (www.TFC.tv) and TFC IPTV starting September 8

The level of excitement is getting higher as university students and alumni anticipate the University Athletic Association of the Philippines (UAAP) season 81 opening happening on September 8 at the Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay City, Philippines and seen outside the country via The Filipino Channel’s (TFC) different platforms, in most countries worldwide.

“The Hows of Us” – From Hopeful Dreams to Unbearable Misery, Is Love Worth Fighting for?

How does a relationship that started cozy and happy, and has progressed to shared fantasies of making it big in their respective careers, reach unbearable feelings of frustration and regret?

How do the fire and hopeful dreams of youth shift into the indifference and unbearable misery of adulthood?

TFC at the Movies’ latest release, “The Hows of Us,” follows the story of Primo (Daniel Padilla) and George (Kathryn Bernardo), a couple who are in a long-term relationship, building and planning their future together.

However, their love will be put to the test as their relationship faces hurdles - from misunderstandings to different career paths, among others.

John Cho Plays a Father "Searching" for the Truth in Acclaimed Thriller

Asian-American actor John Cho (Star Trek film series) stars in Columbia Pictures’ riveting suspense thriller Searching - the winner of the Audience Award at this year’s Sundance Film Festival.

In the film, after David Kim (Cho)’s 16-year-old daughter goes missing, a local investigation is opened and a detective is assigned to the case. But 37 hours later and without a single lead, David decides to search the one place no one has looked yet, where all secrets are kept today: his daughter’s laptop. In a hyper-modern thriller told via the technology devices we use every day to communicate, David must trace his daughter’s digital footprints before she disappears forever.

Getting Health Insurance Helps In Case Of Hospitalization

Accidents and sickness are things that nobody wants to have in life. However, there are sometimes that we get afflicted by these unfortunate events. We would encounter accidents on the road, at home, and even at school or office, and if needed we are sent to the hospital for proper treatment and recovery.

Though hospitals can help save lives and cure illnesses, the most painful part are the expenses during the stay which are staggeringly expensive. With fees applied to every procedure, consultation with the physicians, other tests and procedures to make sure each illness is treated correctly, it is really expensive.