Philippine Ambassador to Beijing Jaime Florcruz over the weekend welcomed 23 Chinese students at the embassy there to explore Philippine culture, art, and tradition as part of the celebration of the jubilee year in the Philippines-China relations. Philippine Ambassador Jaime Florcruz...
By RENEE VIVIENNE ALAPIT The Manila Bulletin named GoTyme Bank, a well-known online bank in the Philippines, one of the 2025 Newsmakers of the Year awardees. This honor emphasizes GoTyme Bank’s noteworthy contributions to the Philippine banking industry and its function in advancing financial...
By KASANDRA M. CARAMIHAN From providing leisure and entertainment to transforming the lives of millions of Filipinos, BingoPlus continues to play its part in the community through its contributions. This unwavering support and efforts for Filipinos and the nation deserve its recognition. In the...
2025 MB Newsmakers of the Year honorees Aira Villegas and Nesthy Petecio at the awarding ceremony with MB Executive Editor Pinky Colmenares (left), ICTSI Executive Director Filip Laurena, and ICTSI Foundation Program Operations Manager Francis J. Algernon Bartolome. International Container Terminal...
By Renee Vivienne Alapit The Philippines’ digital entertainment scene is still developing, with new platforms changing how Filipinos enjoy entertainment and leisure. A company that has solidified its position at the front of this change is DigiPlus Interactive Corp. They are honored not just for...
‘Golden Boy’ Carlos Yulo honored as one of MB’s 2025 Newsmakers of the Year Olympic gold medalist Carlos Yulo expressed his gratitude to those who support his journey By LETIZIA BALANAG Two-time Olympic gold medalist Carlos Yulo received another accolade as the Manila...
The Dumaguete Bamboo Pavilion, a 16.5-meter-tall masterpiece designed and built by Kawayan Design Studio and operated by Henry Hotel, currently holds the record as the tallest bamboo structure in the Philippines. (Hilti Foundation) What began as a shared vision to make a difference has...
The Chinese New Year, a vibrant festival of traditions and togetherness, is a time of joy and prosperity. And what better way to prepare for the celebrations than with a visit to SM Store. SM Store takes the hassle out of holiday shopping by offering a wide array of essentials, all in one...
Tondo, Manila fire (Photo from Fire Alert Metro Manila) Three fires were reported in Manila on Wednesday, Jan. 29, Chinese New Year, two of them in Binondo, the heart of Chinatown, where two household helpers perished. The Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) said the two fatalities died in a...
The Filipino-Chinese community in the country were encouraged to be inspired by the new year to set their intentions and confidently pursue grand ambitions both for themselves and for the greater good. Families and friends gather for photo opportunities at the stunning Chinese New Year centerpiece...
Google is ringing in the Lunar New Year with a nostalgic twist. To celebrate the Year of the Snake, the search engine has launched an animated Google Doodle that features a modern take on the classic Snake game. Clicking on the Doodle transports people back in time, but this isn't simply the old...
Vice President Sara Duterte urged the Philippines and China to go on a path of rediscovering the “rich and dynamic heritage” that have made their friendship strong. Vice President Sara Duterte (MB file photo) In her message for the 2025 Spring Festival, the official sent her “warmest...
