Roque

The classic Brazilian telenovela 'Roque Santeiro' is returning to open-air television, prompting a wave of nostalgia coverage. Outlets are revisiting the show's rural-themed dishes, curiosities about its production, and behind-the-scenes stories from actor Fábio Jr, who recalled rolling down a hillside during filming. The 1985 Globo drama remains one of Brazil's most iconic soap operas.

Filipino celebrities including Dominic Roque joined PUMA in Singapore during Formula 1 race week, where they played sipa, the traditional Southeast Asian kick volleyball game, with Ferrari driver Charles Leclerc. The event also featured trackside fashion moments and game challenges with McLaren's Lando Norris, blending local culture with the F1 paddock buzz.

Duke Chapel presented a concert devoted to Baroque masters Bach and Handel, drawing coverage from the Duke Chronicle. The event featured a programme of the two composers' works performed in the chapel's setting, offering audiences an evening of Baroque music on campus. The student paper highlighted the atmosphere and the pairing of the two composers, whose music remains a staple of chapel performance traditions.