At the recently concluded “Anahaw Bloom: Fragrance in Full Bloom” fragrance convention, Manila Bulletin Lifestyle took a closer look at the rising stars of the local perfume scene—homegrown brands that are creating world-class scents with passion and purpose. Here are three that deserve a...
Gone are the days when the perfume shelves in the Philippines were dominated by imported names. A fragrant revolution is underway, and it 's being led by a new generation of Filipino perfumers and scent enthusiasts who are bottling the scent of home—one local ingredient at a time....
Malacañang has declared multiple special nonworking days in June and July in various parts of the country through a series of proclamations signed to honor local festivals, anniversaries, and historic figures. Based on the signed proclamations, the local holidays were declared to allow residents...
The Anti-Red Tape Authority (ARTA) is ramping up its efforts to make the Philippines more attractive for investors by cracking down on local government units (LGUs) that have yet to comply with the government’s mandate in ease of doing business. Last week, ARTA Secretary Ernesto Perez shared...
More than 72,000 local and overseas job opportunities will open on June 12 through the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) job fair held in celebration of Independence Day. DOLE Assistant Secretary Patrick Patriwirawan Jr. said some 800 employers from various industries are expected to...
This year’s celebration of Independence Day becomes even more exciting and meaningful with the opening of the fourth edition of Likha. Spearheaded by the Office of the First Lady, Louise Araneta-Marcos, Likha is a highly anticipated event that celebrates the Philippines’ rich artistry and...
The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) called on the local government units (LGUs) to enhance their energy-saving initiatives by implementing the “Government Energy Management Program (GEMP)." This is in line with Republic Act (RA) 11285 otherwise known as The Energy...
The Department of Tourism (DOT) and the Department of Agriculture (DA) have committed to strengthening the country’s tourism industry by ensuring a stable and affordable supply of local agricultural products that reflect the nation’s cultural heritage and meet growing visitor demand. DOT...
The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) has set up a program that provides barangays with manuals to guide them on appropriate and adequate response to various levels and phases of disasters. Dubbed as “Kap is Ready,” the DILG explained that it is a comprehensive manual...
Local furniture manufacturers are seeking immediate government intervention to safeguard the industry from the impact of the 17-percent tariffs imposed by the United States on Philippine goods, citing the risk of potential factory closures and job losses. In a position paper addressed to the...
BUTUAN CITY – Police have arrested 45 individuals for violating the Commission on Elections (Comelec) gun ban in the Caraga region from Jan. 12 to the present. Police Regional Office-13 Director Police Brig. Gen. Christopher N. Abrahano said six violators were caught in Butuan City, 23 in...
BACOLOD CITY – The Commission on Elections in Negros Occidental has prepared alternative polling centers for 12,479 voters in nine barangays who might be displaced by an eruption of Kanlaon Volcano. POLICE Capt. Judesses Catalogo, spokesperson for Negros Occidental police, and provincial election...
