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7 Fun and Easy Ways Kumusta Pusa Teaches Filipino Culture to Young Children
Books

7 Fun and Easy Ways Kumusta Pusa Teaches Filipino Culture to Young Children

Kumusta Pusa is a children's literacy initiative designed to help parents and educators teach young children about Filipino culture and identity. Through books, music, and activities, it offers engaging ways to introduce Tagalog, cultural symbols, and values.

Sponsored by Kumusta Pusa·July 29, 2026
An old film projector contrasted with modern digital screens, symbolizing the fading relevance of the traditional film canon in the digital age.
Long Reads

Film canon relevance in the digital age is fading fast.

In 2023, a survey revealed that only 17% of Gen Z viewers had seen any film from the American Film Institute's top 10 list, a stark contrast to previous generations.

Arthur Vance·June 19, 2026
The cast of the 'Jane Eyre' musical takes a triumphant bow on Broadway after a dazzling opening night performance.
The Gallery

Jane Eyre Musical Dazzles on Broadway Opening Night

As the final notes faded at the Brooks Atkinson Theatre, the audience erupted into a five-minute standing ovation, a stark contrast to the quiet skepticism that had shadowed the 'Jane Eyre' musical's

Elena Petrova·June 11, 2026
Fab Morvan stands alone on a stage, silhouetted against a backdrop suggesting political interference from Donald Trump at the State Fair.
The Gallery

Fab Morvan Withdraws From State Fair Over Trump's Interference

President Donald J. Trump's suggestion to cancel the entire 'Freedom 250' concert series at the Great American State Fair has prompted Milli Vanilli's Fab Morvan to withdraw, leaving the 250th-anniver

Elena Petrova·June 2, 2026
Audience members distracted by glowing phone screens in a dark movie theater, disrupting the shared cinematic experience for a frustrated viewer.
Long Reads

Bad cinema etiquette: A growing cultural issue

A reader recently walked out of a 'Barbie' screening because fellow audience members were scrolling on phones, chatting loudly, and whooping, a stark departure from the unspoken decorum traditionally

Arthur Vance·May 18, 2026
Diverse crowds celebrate at a vibrant cultural festival in a major global city, with colorful decorations and lively performances filling the streets.
Festivals & Events

Global cities host vibrant cultural festivals and events this weekend

Across five major global cities, over 300 distinct cultural events are scheduled this weekend, marking a 15% increase from pre-pandemic levels.

Elena Petrova·May 14, 2026