Assemblage, memory, and identity take center stage in LAKBAY 2026: Through Visual Poetries
Art House, a platform for artists dedicated to cultural exchange and community engagement, kicks off National Arts Month with the second iteration of its acclaimed LAKBAY series with the theme, “LAKBAY…
After decades of being snubbed, a horror film becomes the most nominated in Oscar history
Historically, horror has fared poorly at the Academy Awards. Only seven horror films have ever been nominated for Best Picture, a statistic that suggests not a lack of worthy contenders, but…
Stories from the road: Inside Grab’s human-led Driver AI Ambassador Program
MANILA, PHILIPPINES – There is a particular intimacy to our everyday experiences with Grab. It lives in the warm greeting at the door, the choice of radio station as traffic stalls,…
Cannes Young Lions PH throws open the doors to non-agency creatives, gives current participants a seat at the jury table
The Cannes Young Lions Philippines is back this year, looking for young professionals to represent the country on the international stage. While the Philippines has sent several representatives to France over…
Likhang Filipino reopens as a lasting showcase of Philippine craft, heritage, and design
Filipino craftsmanship has moved beyond the margins and short-lived showcases. With the reopening of the Likhang Filipino Exhibition Halls, the country’s finest artisans finally have a space where their work is…
From automation to emotion: Adobe says human-centered marketing will define 2026
MANILA, PHILIPPINES – If 2025 was about mastering speed, scale, and AI-powered efficiency, then 2026 is shaping up to be something else entirely: a return to feeling. According to Adobe’s 2026…
More than entertainment and safety: How BBDO Guerrero turned PAL’s safety video into something that sticks
MANILA, PHILIPPINES – Making passengers pay attention to in-flight safety videos is a constant challenge. Capturing — and sustaining — passengers’ attention is important, as such videos provide knowledge that is…
Beyond promos: Greenwich’s ‘Feel G’ strategy dominates, securing Best Creative Campaign at Grab FanFaves 2025
MANILA, PHILIPPINES – For decades, Greenwich has been more than just a purveyor of some of the best pizza in the Philippines. The famous chain has successfully cultivated a deep, feel-good…
adoboTalks Podcast: Marian Pastor Roces on Philippine Heritage, critical imagination, and the future of creatives
MANILA, PHILIPPINES – What does it really mean to engage with Philippine heritage and creativity? For TAO Management Corporation Chief Executive Officer Marian Pastor Roces who is also a curator and…
adoboTalks Podcast: TBWA\SMP CCO Melvin Mangada on the future of advertising, why ‘disruption’ must be human
MANILA, PHILIPPINES – In the world of advertising, “disruption” is often tossed around as a buzzword — something to sprinkle into decks and manifestos. In the seventh episode of the adoboTalks…
adobo Talks Podcast: For Badong Abesamis, GIGIL’s secret sauce is simply hard work, product truth, and human insight
MANILA, PHILIPPINES – In the Philippines, sometimes a campaign goes so viral that it makes netizens ask in amusement or shock, “Who thought of this?!” And the answer is often GIGIL.…
A new way to show love: Inside Viber and NIDO 3+ standout Mother’s Day campaign with Branded Gems
MANILA, PHILIPPINES – Earlier this year, NIDO 3+ and Viber completed the second run of their Mother’s Day campaign with Viber Gems, which delivered high engagement similar to their first run.…
