It 's one of the most impactful climate decisions we make, and we make it multiple times a day. The UN estimates about a third of the world 's greenhouse gas emissions, the main driver of climate change, come from food. That pollution can come from several links in the food supply chain:...
Russia, Saudi Arabia, Israel, and the US… These four places are no longer worth visiting. That is, at least according to “Lonely Planet” travel guide co-founder Tony Wheeler, who recently shared a list of locations he has sworn off from ever returning to. Alongside his wife, Maureen, Tony has...
Red Planet BGC The Fort's facade There’s a saying that goes, "It's not the house that makes a home, but the people in it." This emphasizes that the community and environment are what truly create a special and welcoming place. This is what Red Planet Hotels wants its guests to feel, as they aim...
Starbucks Philippines shared its Global Month of Good report for April 2024, highlighting eco-initiatives including “Greener Stores,” consumer rewards for reuse efforts, and clean water accessibility. According to the coffee giant, “Greener Stores” adopt sustainable measures through...
The world celebrates the “largest environmental movement” known as Earth Day every April 22. Under the theme “Planet vs Plastics,” this year’s event calls for widespread awareness on the health risks of plastics. Organizer Earthday.org strives for a 60 percent cut in plastic production by...
The 80th Venice International Film Festival starts on Aug. 30. It will take place in Venice Lido. The good news is *Cross My Heart and Hope to Die* by director Sam Manacsa is competing in the Orrizonti short films competition. This is a feat for our young Filipino filmmakers who are pushing...
Maria Luisa Varela has been named Miss Planet International. The Filipina bested several other beauties from all over the world in the contest held at Koh Pich Theater, Phnom Penh City Jan. 29. Her runners up (in chronological order): Zimbabwe's Jemima Mandemwa, Japan's Aya Ono, Vietnam's Tiffany...
Wilbert Tolentino is not happy with Miss Planet International announcing on Facebook the appointment of a new pageant director for the Philippines even as it also announced the participation of Maria Luisa Varela as representative of the country in the upcoming iteration of the pageant to be held...
Miss Planet International has released a statement concerning the pageant after several complaints about it were made public. National Director of Miss Planet Uganda Monica Akech wrote, "Contrary to unconfirmed reports regarding cancellation of the pageant, the show will go on as planned. "Yes...
Tonight, at 8:30 p.m., take time to switch off the lights at home or in the office, to celebrate Earth Hour, and join supporters of this movement in over 190 countries. Earth Hour, which started in 2007 and organized by WWF (World Wide Fund for Nature), has become a symbol of hope and a...
EDITORS DESK Johannes Chua I’m sure there are still boxes, plastic bags, and miles of bubble wrap lying around inside your house. Some came from your loved ones as container for gifts during the holidays, some came with your purchases at the mall or store, and a lot of those came from your online...
Liter of Light partners with SM Mall of Asia for Large-Scale solar installations to raise awareness for climate action During COP26 SAVE THE PLANET Liter of Light in San Juan City Liter of Light, a Filipino-born global grassroots solar lighting movement, has partnered with SM Mall of Asia for its...
