Divina Gracia We often think we know the people closest to us, but, sometimes, life has a way of surprising you by how many more facets of an individual we have still yet to discover. Mom and Dad in August 1988 at Dad's old office When my mom, Divina Gracia, passed away last March 29, 2024,...
With Quezon City recently declaring increased outbreaks of pertussis, or whooping cough, Solmux Advance— Unilab Inc.’s (Unilab) upgraded version of the highly trusted Solmux cough medicine, further intensified its health awareness campaign by gathering the city’s health workers and community...
In celebration of Filipino culture and resilience, the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) will again hold its annual photography contest this year to provide photographers from all walks of life with the opportunity to showcase their talents. The resumption of the competition in...
By Jinggoy Salvador First, let’s look back at the sugar trail. After Nicholas Loney successfully boosted the sugar trade in Iloilo, he turned his eyes to the neighboring island Negros to expand sugarcane source. He then offered the Negrense farmers the same generous conditions he extended to the...
The Anti-Cybercrime Group of the Philippine National Police (PNP-ACG) warned customers of online selling against another modus of scammers that take advantage of offers at the Facebook Marketplace. PNP-ACG director Sidney Hernia said the modus, which he dubbed as “Middleman Scam”, involves...
by JINGGOY SALVADOR Cagayan Province—what pops to mind? The Sierra Madre Mountain Range, the fossils of the earliest man in the Philippines, the Callao Cave. Believe it or not, all three are connected. The Callao Cave is one of the many caverns of Sierra Madre Mountains, the country’s longest...
The iconic Go Hotels Mandaluyong along EDSA is now Go Hotels Plus Mandaluyong The iconic Go Hotels Mandaluyong along EDSA turns a vibrant shade of orange to symbolize its energetic transformation filled with pluses for that unique high-quality and high-value experience. As the travel demand in...
Growing up, we learned that we need calcium from milk for stronger bones and teeth. Unless you are lactose intolerant since birth, you most probably consumed animal milk for most of your infant stage. Fortunate are those who have been breastfed. Image by freepik As you get older, you begin to...
In recent years, the ancient technique of oil pulling has emerged from the annals of traditional medicine to become a trending practice among health and wellness enthusiasts worldwide to promote oral hygiene and detoxification. The process involves swishing a tablespoon of oil, typically...
Society looks upon doctors as among the smartest people around. When people get sick, it is expected that their doctor will make them feel better. Doctors study for a very long time. Four years of pre-med, four years of medicine proper, one year of internship, two to four years of residency and one...
Unsplash The conversation about the Filipino culture of "utang na loob," where children are expected to support their parents once they get a job, recently sparked a heated discussion online, with people's perspectives divided on this issue. In a timely manner, HMO provider PhilCare has released...
Lara Latosa Lara Latosa's 'Wave Crest' exhibition captures her profound bond with oceanic energy, presenting her signature figurative abstractions in a dynamic display poised to make waves in the art world. As an abstractionist, Lara Latosa skillfully captures the interplay of form, color,...
