Did you know that the start of the Chinese zodiac doesn’t necessarily correspond to the Lunar New Year? “The Year of the Horse starts on Feb. 4, 13 days before the Chinese New Year,” said Master Nixon Co, feng shui expert and representative of the San Fernando Four Kings Mansion temple in...
After the crisp bills have been tucked into your wallets, what happens to the red envelope itself? For many, it’s quickly forgotten and discarded once the money is taken. But the red envelope, known as Hongbao, is more than a colored paper packaging. It represents blessings, protection, and the...
Love, luck, and luxe-for-less moments collide this February as SM North EDSA brings back its biggest Great Northern Sale, happening from Feb. 11 to 15. For five exciting days, shoppers can score up to 70 percent off across retail, tech, beauty, make-up, and more, making it the perfect time to...
For years, Valentine’s Day functioned as a quiet social deadline. If you were in a relationship, you celebrated. If you were single, you explained. But new nationwide data from Agile Data Solutions Inc. suggest that this script is starting to loosen—and quickly. According to survey findings...
By Maja Corbita A fur mom who went viral last December earned praise for risking her life to save her two dogs from a fire that broke out in Brgy. Guizo, Mandaue City, Cebu. Ei Mei Lee Chiu-Maningo, a stay-in worker, was inside a three-story commercial building when the blaze started on Dec. 10,...
By Justen Anduyo Carabaos are a unique type of swamp water buffalo found in the Philippines. Known as the “farmer’s best friend,” they play a vital role in agriculture. Beyond their strength, they embody values many can relate to—hard work, patience, and perseverance. Like humans,...
Valentine’s Day has always been a celebration of the small, tender gestures that make our relationships feel cherished like a handwritten note slipped into a bag, a favorite snack bought “just because,” or a thoughtful surprise waiting at the end of a long day. But as Feb. 14 draws near, the...
Lucky Chinatown stands as the center of luck, abundance, and prosperity, bringing the community together at the heart of Binondo to welcome the Year of the Fire Horse with good fortune and auspicious beginnings. The lighting of the Prosperity Tree at Chinatown Walk ignites a series of events and...
In Filipino households, love expresses itself in the quiet rituals of everyday living: the table set with care, the scent that greets you at the door, and the meals prepared not just to nourish but to comfort. Homemakers have long been the keepers of these moments, weaving warmth into ordinary days...
When it comes to truly Filipino materials, one that would dominate the list would be piña. For years, the handwoven textile has been seen as both luxurious and traditional, often used for Filipino garments such as the Barong Tagalog. It has been embedded so much in the Philippines’ rich heritage...
Rockwell Center Bacolod invites everyone to discover the art of leisure at the Sunny Day Records pop-up. Until Feb. 15, 2026, this curated event brings the local community together to celebrate the region’s vibrancy at the newly renovated, The Glass House at Rockwell Center Bacolod, showcasing...
SMX Convention Center Aura plays a vital role in enabling the immersive magic experience “Alice Saves Wonderland” to come alive in Manila. International creative technology leaders SparksLab Technology and FrameMotion Studio bring “Alice Saves Wonderland” to the Philippines, unveiling a...
