Is there anything more Pinoy than tasting the quintessential street foods such as kwek-kwek, kikiam, and chicken balls? European Union Ambassador to the Philippines Luc Veron made his choice as to what Pinoy street food appeals to his palette: it’s kwek-kwek, which are quail eggs wrapped in an...
If you’re seeking a BGC spot to hang out with friends for a chill night out and enjoy authentic Chinese dishes and cocktails, look no further than the newly opened Red Lotus by Modern Shang. Located at One Bonifacio High Street, this Chinese resto-bar is the younger, hip outlet of Modern Shang...
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) has lauded as "proactive measure" to address poverty President Marcos' recent directive to boost aid for street children and homeless individuals or families in need of urgent help. It cited the implementation of the "Pag-abot Program" which aims to evacuate...
If you’re looking for eco-initiatives to support this Earth Month, BGC kicked off “Green Street” today, April 27 at De Jesus Oval. In partnership with McDonald’s, the effort features “Trade Trash to Play,” “Sustainability Partners Expo,” and “Free Workshop on Bottle Cutting...
CANDELARIA, Quezon – A 47-year-old street sweeper was shot dead in Barangay Malabanban Norte, this town, on Saturday night, March 2. Police identified the victim as Elizabeth Sabalboro, 47. Investigation said the victim was inside her house when a man appeared and shot her in the head. She...
With their mission to give their families and loved ones a better future, many Filipinos are left with no choice to hop on an airplane and find better jobs in another country. In a survey reported by the Philippine Statistics Authority released in October 2023, there are around 1.96 million...
K-pop girl group Red Velvet’s Irene, Seulgi and Wendy, and Filipino artists Zack Tabudlo, KZ Tandingan, Adie, and Ely Buendia welcomed the New Year in the Philippines with an epic show at Bonifacio Global City (BGC) in Taguig on Dec. 31. Mayor Lani Cayetano at the “NYE at the 5th: New...
CEBU CITY – A taxi driver and “habal-habal” (motorcycle-for-hire) driver are facing possible penalties after they figured in a fistfight in the middle of the road in Barangay Marigondon, Lapu-Lapu City, Cebu, on Monday, October 2. The incident was caught on video and has gone viral online. A...
ILIGAN CITY – The Tomas Cabili National High School topped the Kasadya street-dancing competition here on Wednesday, September 27. Thousands witnessed the annual competition in line with the feast of patron saint Michael the Archangel. Twelve contingents representing different schools danced all...
An 84-year old man, perhaps one of the oldest to sell wares at Lakeside Park in Angono, Rizal, is a "happy vendor." “Masaya akong may nakikitang tao sa labas habang ako ay nagtitinda. Masaya ang mga taong bumibili sa akin (I feel happy seeing people when I’m outside selling. The people who buy...
Nothing beats the ritual of opening a new book, holding the cover with your palms, and putting your nose in between the crisp pages (which gives off the scent of freshly baked bread). So, even with the convenience and accessibility of reading books on devices or gadgets, there are perks when...
Sidewalk vendors are no longer eyesores in Cainta, Rizal as their stalls now have a new look. Patterned after the food kiosks in Korea, the stalls have been provided by the municipal government to the sidewalk vendors for free. The kiosk which was patterned after the kiosks in Korea have been...
