EDITORS DESK The night was a dazzling celebration, brimming with stars from the silver screen and the music industry! President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. and First Lady Liza A. Marcos recently hosted “Konsyerto sa Palasyo” at the Kalayaan Grounds in Malacañang Palace in a remarkable show of...
EDITORS DESK Over the holidays, no doubt many are dreading the traffic that may be encountered when driving to and from family gatherings or Christmas parties. There’s always the matter of who needs to be picked up from where, what food to buy from which restaurant. The anxiety caused by...
EDITORS DESK Google’s “Year in Search 2024” offers a glimpse into the collective consciousness of Filipinos, and this year, the message is clear: The climate crisis is no longer a distant threat. With “heat wave” and “climate change” ranking prominently among the Philippines’ top...
EDITORS DESK What a year it has been for Philippine sports. Truly the best season in history. Carlos Yulo is definitely the star of a splendid 2024 for our national athletes who came and conquered international competitions, with the Filipino sportsmen breaking barriers and smashing records in...
EDITORS DESK As the new year approaches, it’s the perfect opportunity to reflect on and celebrate the moments in entertainment that brought us joy and pride in our local talents. From outstanding performances to captivating shows, we’ve witnessed countless instances that made us cheer for our...
EDITORS DESK In the not-so-distant past, dependence on basic necessities meant that “Walang tubig!” or “Walang kuryente!” were laments that represented the ultimate pall of gloom for every Filipino household. Be it for a few hours, even a whole day, or a week – being without water...
EDITORS DESK When the first wave of electrified vehicles arrived in the country about a decade ago, it seemed like reducing one’s carbon footprint was a luxury only the wealthy could afford. Nevertheless, pioneering brands like Toyota, Honda, Nissan, Mitsubishi and Hyundai persevered, and offered...
EDITORS DESK The call for climate action has never been more urgent. As the Manila Bulletin conducted its 3rd Sustainability Forum, held last Nov. 19 and 20, 2024 at the University of the Philippines in Quezon City, it was clear that sustainability is not just a buzzword—it is a mission that...
EDITORS DESK Last week, the Bureau of Customs (BOC) posted a notice of public auction for two high profile hypercars that were seized early this year. The cars in questions are two Bugatti Chiron hypercars that managed to evade customs and were plying Philippine roads for some time. Quite...
EDITORS DESK Kevin Quiambao, one of the biggest names in the collegiate ranks, was embroiled in controversy for his alleged involvement in many “ligang labas,” or pocket tournaments that are usually done in barangays or towns, mostly organized by local politicos who desire to blend basketball...
EDITORS DESK I was starstruck when Taylor Swift and Beyoncé endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris during the 2024 US presidential election. Wait, there's more! Other celebrities who lent star power to Harris include Jennifer Lopez, Rihanna, Lady Gaga, the cast of “The Avengers,” Oprah Winfrey,...
EDITORS DESK A couple of weeks ago, the LTO released a controversial administrative order regarding the transfer of ownership of motor vehicles. LTO Administrative Order (AO) No. VDM 2024-046 or the “Guidelines in the immediate transfer of ownership of motor vehicles with existing...
