New York City will always mean different things for a returning, visiting Filipino. My last time in Manhattan was two years ago, but that was in early March, for work, during a cold late-winter spell. This time it was glorious summer in late July, and for me, New York is primarily about the...
In “Seams of Memory,” Winna Go shows us the artist 's heartfelt journey to hone her talent over the years. Now, it 's forever immortalized as a hardbound book. As guests enter the Metropolitan Museum of Metro Manila, the first thing they’ll likely notice by the lobby entrance is the...
When we think of the Philippines ' history, one of the defining moments that comes to mind is the Battle of Mactan. Portuguese explorer Ferdinand Magellan sailed in search of the Spice Islands and sought to spread Christianity under the Spanish crown. In 1521, Magellan reached the...
Two days after urging Congress to immediately amend the Electric Power Industry Reform Act (EPIRA), President Marcos said the government is working closely with private companies on the proposed amendments to the law. Speaking during the inauguration of the Energy Museum in Bonifacio Global City,...
PARIS (AP) — The Louvre 's Apollo gallery on Wednesday reopened to the public for the first time since 88 million euros ($102 million) worth of crown jewels were stolen in a dramatic daytime heist. The public can tour the majestic room and view its gilded ceilings and Greek frescoes en...
The Manila City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Department (MCDRRMD) expressed gratitude to its partner institutions and participants following the successful conduct of National Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Day held at the National Museum of the Philippines. The event focused on...
When the Yuchengco Museum first opened its doors in September 2005, it became more than just a landmark—it became a space where art, culture, and heritage could thrive in the central business district of Makati City. The man behind it was Ambassador Alfonso T. Yuchengco. Throughout his...
The Yuchengco Museum is turning 20, but it isn’t looking backward. Instead of celebrating past exhibits, the museum is using this major milestone to launch a completely fresh vision: becoming an active engine for the Philippine creative sector. Starting today, the museum is transforming into a...
As social media continues to shape how younger generations learn and engage with the world, TikTok is proving that the platform can be more than just a space for entertainment. It can also serve as a gateway to Philippine arts, culture, and heritage. To help make cultural stories more accessible...
There 's something new to enjoy at Star City. Called the STARtista Gallery, the attraction features life-like resin-based representations of popular actors, actresses, singers, sports icons, and politicians. Yes, it is a first around these parts and, according to organizers, it was inspired by...
RM, leader of K-pop powerhouse BTS, has been appointed as the first global ambassador of the National Museum of Korea, the country’s largest museum dedicated to preserving and showcasing Korean art and history. Through his new role, RM will help promote Korean cultural heritage to audiences...
A child 's mind has unlimited potential, especially when they are given the proper tools to channel their creativity. Many brilliant minds owe their life-changing discoveries to their imagination. Think back to the likes of Albert Einstein, who gifted us with the theory of relativity. Even...
