A story from the Manila Bulletin detailing the major threats facing the local tobacco sector was among the winners at the 18th Bright Leaf Agriculture Journalism Awards. The winning story, “ Wilting laborers, sprouting smugglers: The crisis in the Philippine tobacco industry ,” was published...
When it comes to lipsticks and blushes, most of us look for three qualities—rich pigmentation, lasting wear, and hydration. But Thai beauty brand Baby Bright is raising the bar. Infused with advanced skincare innovations like exosomes, salmon DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid), marine extracts, and...
In a remarkable turnaround that defies national trends, the town of Norzagaray in Bulacan has emerged as a national model in the fight against illiteracy. Cited by both the Department of Education (DepEd) and the Second Congressional Commission on Education (EDCOM 2), Norzagaray’s targeted...
Benguet Corporation, a mining firm controlled by the Romualdez family, reported that the Red Earth Mineral Resources Corporation is infusing P440 million into the company through a subscription of new shares. In a disclosure to the Philippine Stock Exchange, Benguet said its Board of Directors had...
The Philippine Stock Exchange (PSE) has imposed an indefinite trading suspension on the shares of House Speaker Martin Romualdez’s Bright Kindle Resources & Investments Inc. (BKR) after it disclosed the planned P5 billion acquisition of a magnetite mining firm. The PSE said Bright Kindle...
Forbes magazine unveiled its annual 30 Under 30 Asia 2024 list of “300 changemakers in 10 categories who are transforming their industries.” “To source candidates for the list, Forbes Asia reporters and editors comb through thousands of online submissions, as well as tap industry sources and...
Celebrities attended the much-awaited 2024 Met Gala on May 6 at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. The star-studded event is in support of the Met Costume Institute’s “spring 2024 exhibition, “Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion.” The Met Gala, also known as The...
Thai actor Bright Vachirawit’s girlfriend has issued a statement after the star revealed on April 22 that they are in a relationship. Bright admitted that he is dating Thai singer Pornnappan Pornpenpipat, aka Nene, after they were seen together in Japan. Videos and photos showed...
Thai actor Bright Vachirawit admitted that he is dating Thai singer Pornnappan Pornpenpipat, aka Nene, after they were seen together in Japan. Videos and photos showed Bright and Nene, both 26, holding hands while walking in Japan. They were also seen having a meal in a restaurant. Thai...
Filipino singer Zack Tabublo and Thai singer Violette Wautier’s music video for their collaboration “Turn Back Time” has reached one million views on YouTube. “Turn Back Time” was released On YouTube on Oct. 18 and garnered one million views on Nov. 20. It has 1.1 million views as...
Thai celebrities Bella Ranee Campen and Bright Vachirawit are starring in the movie “Congrats My Ex!,” which will premiere on Prime Video on Nov. 16. In the film, Bella plays the role of Risa, the owner of a wedding planning company that is on the verge of going bankrupt. ...
Filipino singer Zack Tabudlo and Thai singer-actress Violette Wautier’s song “Turn Back Time” now has a music video starring Thai actor Bright Vachirawit. The music video was shot in Thailand and directed by Prach Rojanasinwilai. (From left) Bright Vachirawit, Zack Tabudlo and...
