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Many, especially those who have been consuming Korean content for quite some time, might be familiar with Do Kyung-soo, Sol Kyung-gu, and Kim Hee-ae's acting prowess, but "The Moon" --- which is dubbed as a film that kicks off its "space survival era" --- banks on their ability to evoke various emotion amid its visual spectacle. For starters, Hee-ae is a powerhouse actress in her own right with such popular dramas under her belt, such as "The World of the Married," "Queenmaker," and "Secret Affair." Kyung-gu is an award-winning screen veteran in South Korea, where he's best known for his lead roles in the films "Peppermint Candy" and "Oasis." Kyung-soo, on the other hand, i...

Keep on reading: ‘The Moon’ counts on Do Kyung-soo, Sol Kyung-gu, Kim Hee-ae to deliver punch

MANILA, Philippines --- A Bohol-based organization has filed a complaint against Bohol 1st District Rep. Edgar Chatto before the House Committee on ethics and privileges for allegedly meddling in the water source dispute between two towns in the province. In their complaint dated August 10, Bohol Clean Water Alliance (BCWA) officials Emmanuel Ramasola and Erastus Leopando claimed that not only did Chatto got himself involved in the dispute between the towns of Sevilla and Balilihan regarding the use of Bugwak Spring, but that he also influenced Environment Secretary Maria Antonia Yulo-Loyzaga. The complainants alleged that Chatto intervened during the then-proposed 2023 budget ...

Keep on reading: Ethics complaint filed vs Bohol solon for allegedly meddling in towns’ water dispute

Spain's first Women's World Cup semi-final in their history on Tuesday is reward for years of sacrifice, veteran forward Jennifer Hermoso says, admitting to "goosebumps" at the thought of reaching the final. Opponents Sweden are regulars at this stage of the World Cup -- without ever going on to lift the trophy -- but for Spain they are into uncharted waters. "If you don't feel any nerves before a game like this then something is not right," the 33-year-old Hermoso said on the eve of the semifinal in Auckland. "It gives you goosebumps thinking about how close we are to the final, but first of all we have the game tomorrow and Spain will come out more determined than ever." ...

Keep on reading: Spain ‘goosebumps’ on eve of historic first Women’s World Cup semifinal

  MANILA, Philippines --- Deputy Chief of Mission of the Chinese Embassy in Manila Zhou Zhiyong said adopting a "confrontational attitude" will not help resolve the disagreements over the West Philippine Sea. This after the Chinese Coast Guard fired water cannons at Philippine Coast Guard vessels in Ayungin Shoal. "China and the Philippines are neighbors. [Backed by] years of friendship, any disputes within us can and should be properly resolved in dialogues and consultations. It won't do anyone good to adopt a confrontational attitude, or to leave our relations to instigation and disruption," said Zhou in a forum held in Quezon City on Monday. "We hope that the Phil...

Keep on reading: China tells PH after water cannon attack: ‘Confrontational attitude won’t do anyone good’

Carlos Alcaraz has put his quarterfinal loss at the Toronto Masters behind him as he prepares to renew his rivalry with Novak Djokovic in Cincinnati next week. The Spanish world number one made a surprisingly early exit in Canada, bundled out of the last eight by Tommy Paul in three sets to end a lackluster campaign. But the 20-year-old was in no mood to dwell on that loss on Sunday as he looked ahead to the Cincinnati Masters, the last warm-up before he launches the defense of his US Open crown later this month. This week's tournament in the Midwest carries added intrigue with a field that contains 23-time Grand Slam champion Djokovic. The pair last met in the Wimbledon ...

Keep on reading: Carlos Alcaraz renews Novak Djokovic rivalry in Cincinnati

  MANILA, Philippines --- Taguig City Mayor Lani Cayetano on Monday appealed for patience and understanding to teachers and parents of 14 public schools affected by the transition of several barangays (villages) from Makati to Taguig City. Cayetano also assured affected students and their parents that the Taguig City government has already prepared school kits to be distributed "soon." "Marubdob at masigasig akong makikipag-ugnayan sa mga opisyal ng Department of Education upang masiguro ko na sa pagbubukas ng school year iyong mga pangamba po ninyo, yung mga agam-agam po ninyo, yung mga katanungan po ninyo, unti unting masasagot, malilinawan, at matutugunan," the mayor...

Keep on reading: Taguig vows to address apprehensions during transition of affected public schools