Father’s Day is about more than finding the perfect gift. Sometimes, the best way to celebrate Dad is by spending quality time together and creating memories as a family. This weekend, malls across Metro Manila are going beyond the usual shopping promotions, offering everything from interactive...
If children handed out Father 's Day trophies, they would be awarded for things only kids notice, appreciate, and remember—even when they’re all grown up. This Father 's Day, we asked children what award they would give their dads and why. Their answers are funny, heartfelt, and a...
A few hours before I was asked to do this piece for Father’s Day, my distraught niece called to tell me that she had taken my 82-year-old dad to the emergency room. The doctors were asking if they could put a tube down his throat and hook him to a ventilator, and she asked me to make the...
Today, we honor fathers for their invaluable role as leaders of the home, guides of their children, and steadfast providers who often carry burdens quietly for the sake of those they love. More than a routine annual celebration, Father’s Day is a heartfelt tribute to the men whose strength,...
Fatherhood changes with every stage of life. There are years when children need help tying their shoelaces and asking for one more bedtime story. Then there are years when they become adults with lives of their own, and all a father can do is remind them that he is still there whenever they need...
Who says fathers don 't deserve lengthy paid leaves like mothers? Akbayan Party-list Rep. Chel Diokno takes up the cudgels for dads by filing House Bill (HB) No. 9891, or the aptly named Paternity and Parental Leave Act (PAPA Leave Act). The measure--if and when enacted--expands leave benefits...
Between busy schedules and everyday responsibilities, it’s easy to find yourself searching for the perfect Father’s Day gift at the last minute. But thoughtful gifting doesn’t have to feel rushed. With SM Fashion at SM Store, finding a gift that suits your dad’s personality, lifestyle, and...
Father figures that we see in the various media we consume are just as important as our actual fathers. Every generation can often learn a thing or two about fatherhood from the fathers seen on television, movies, books, and so on. Here are some iconic dads in pop culture that other fathers can...
If you’re still unsure how to celebrate Father’s Day, don’t worry—we’ve got you covered. Whether your dad’s a thrill-seeker, anime lover, style icon, or a foodie, SM North EDSA has something for every kind of dad. Check out the recommendations below and make this Father’s Day one to...
This Father’s Day, we asked children to share, in their own words, why they love their dads. From snack time to homework help and ending the day with bedtime stories, their heartwarming answers are full of love and laughter. For our little ones, it’s these simple moments that matter most....
I don’t remember much about my grandparents—they passed away when I was barely 10. But I do remember how my parents were with their own fathers. It wasn’t the kind of relationship where you sat down and talked a lot, but it was filled with reverence, expressed more through actions than words....
When we think of the classic dad look, the starter pack typically includes a polo shirt or statement tee, khaki shorts or pants, and a pair of chunky sneakers. Completing the look are sunglasses, a wristwatch, and, for some, a fanny pack to carry essentials. This ensemble was once deemed...
