`Awards`

Pokwang, Ruby Ruiz share Best Actress in Cinemalaya 2026 double tie

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The 22nd Cinemalaya Independent Film Festival announced its winners on August 18, 2026, with two categories ending in ties, including Best Actress shared by Pokwang and Ruby Ruiz. The festival was held from August 6 to 18, 2026, in Metro Manila. Cinemalaya is a major cultural event in Metro Manila, offering Quezon City residents the chance to celebrate Philippine independent cinema and recognize outstanding performances. The double tie highlights the exceptional quality of this year’s competing films and adds to the festival’s prestige. The festival ran from August 6 to 18, 2026, at the Cultural Center of the Philippines Complex and other select cinemas. Interested audiences can visit the official Cinemalaya website for schedules, venue details, and ticket information.

The Spirits Library debuts on Asia’s 50 Best Bars extended list

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Makati’s The Spirits Library bar has made its first-ever appearance on the prestigious Asia’s 50 Best Bars extended list, as announced on July 15, 2026. This recognition puts a Metro Manila bar on the regional cocktail map, giving Quezon City residents a new world-class drinking destination just a short drive away. The Spirits Library is located in Makati; no admission fee but reservations are recommended for weekends. Accessible via MRT (Ayala station) or ride-hailing apps; limited street parking nearby.