Asian Development Bank (ADB) yesterday assured developing economies in the Asia and the Pacific of its support in achieving their recovery goals from the COVID-19 pandemic. Masatsugu Asakawa, ADB president (Photo credit: https://www.adb.org) Masatsugu Asakawa, ADB president said the...
Miss Universe 2015 Pia Wurtzbach recently shared that community quarantine is making her more appreciative of life in general. Wurtzbach believes for the past years, she has been taking some of the small details in the world for granted. "I'm a city girl and I love the fast-paced...
Regine Tolentino (Instagram) Do celebrities really have it easier than regular folks when it comes to dealing with the pandemic? Not so for Regine Tolentino. In a media conference, she admitted that her business took a direct hit. The dancer-actress has an atelier, renting out party dresses,...
Every parent would be torn to choose between safety and documenting memories such as the arrival of your newborn bundle of joy. What to do? Manila Bulletin Lifestyle asked Cocoon Studio's Patricia Infante on what to prepare for when booking a newborn shoot with their team: Safety first. Always...
Yes, it’s possible and safe to document your family’s milestones When the lockdown happened, senior citizens and children were prohibited to go out of the house for their safety. What more for families with newborn babies? In a normal setting, parents would be overzealous to book an appointment...
Pokwang It was a tough decision for comedy actress Pokwang to transfer network after being part of ABS-CBN for more than a decade. Â In an interview with media for her upcoming TV5 show "Fill in the Blank," the 49-year-old celebrity said she is thankful that ABS-CBN informed her in advance that...
Catriona Gray (Facebook) Following the success of Young Focus' "No Work-No Pay-No Rice" campaign few months ago, Miss Universe 2018 Catriona Gray is knocking on everyone's heart anew. "To cope with the current limitations -- education has migrated predominantly online but for many of our...
Dominic Ochoa (YouTube) Dominic Ochoa has been selling fruits for income amid pandemic. The actor, 46, started delivering fruits and other food products in their area last March. “It is not safe to go to places. Especially ngayon, ang nakukuhanan ngayon ng virus yung grocery, bangko. So...
Thirdy, the son of Jodi Sta. Maria, keeps healthy and fit even during community quarantine due to COVID-19 pandemic. The 14-year-old recently got people's attention when his mom posted a photo of his sculpted physique. Based on the post, Thirdy is into online coaching exercise. Aside from...
Eric Fructuoso (Instagram) After a photo that shows him driving a tricycle went viral over the weekend, Eric Fructuoso has this to say about it: "Hindi po totoong namamasada ako ng trike." The photo that made the rounds online was from his Instagram account. He wrote as caption: “Times like these...
Moira dela Torre Moira dela Torre sends a message to those struggling with mental health issues, especially in this pandemic. The singer began by admitting on Instagram that she suffers the same. “Anxiety attacks have been often. My joints start to stiffen. I couldn't breathe,” she said. It...
FAITH ON THE GROUND Noel R., 33, a construction worker who lost his job, on Plaza Miranda imploring the Black Nazarene’s mercy. (Ali Vicoy) Your employer? No, he’s disappeared. Malacañang ? A senator, your congressman? Your mayor and barangay captain? No—he can’t even get a bus ride...
