It’s that beautiful time of the year for spreading love and so much cheer. It also means you’ll be doing a lot of Christmas shopping for your loved ones. Sometimes it’s hard to find the perfect gift because everyone in your life is so different. Especially if you have a friend or family member who adores books whose room is …

“We are powerless when we wait for other people to act on our behalf.” — This is one of many noteworthy quotes from F.H. Bacatan’s award-winning novel, “Smaller and Smaller Circles.” The first Filipino crime novel was published in 2002 by the University of the Philippines Press and reprinted four times making a total of 6,000 copies. As compelling as …

It’s officially December! This week’s movie mix has definitely got that much-anticipated Christmas vibe but has just enough variety for some quality screen time. From films that reflect current issues like ‘Smaller and Smaller Circles,’ scares and nightmares, a brave donkey that wants more in life, to some hilariously out-of-the-ordinary Christmas moms, we’ve got your week covered for sure. If …