When Typhoon Yolanda devastated communities in 2013, artists and partners Precious Leaño and Alex Baluyut found themselves asking a simple question that would change their lives: “Can we cook for them?” The “them” were survivors arriving at Villamor Air Base after being evacuated from...
Liza Soberano is taking on a new role in the international film scene as part of the jury for the Golden Globes Impact Prize for Documentary, which will be awarded during this year’s Venice Film Festival. The prize is a new initiative of the Golden Globes and Artemis Rising Foundation, with...
Kim Chiu learned early that being blessed also meant having the responsibility to share those blessings. She became her family’s breadwinner at a young age, taking on the role without anyone telling her she had to. “I think natural sa pagiging Filipino na tumulong sa pamilya. Ako, I was young...
*With inclusivity and access as a key pillar in SM’s corporate purpose, inclusive spaces and facilities enhance the SM Group’s portfolio of malls, offices, and retail spaces. It is this universal implementation of accessible environments, and commitment to advance disability inclusion that...
Aliw Awards Foundation Inc. (AAFI) is getting ready to celebrate its 50th anniversary to coincide with the 39th Aliw Awards night on December 7, 2026, at the Manila Hotel Fiesta Pavilion. AAFI was registered in 1976 with the SEC, and the first Aliw Awards night was held in 1977. Except for a...
Living in the Philippines, we know what hot and humid weather can do to makeup. Thailand has a similar tropical climate, where heat, oil, and sweat can make keeping foundation fresh throughout the day a challenge. That makes the advice of Thai makeup artist Supphachat “Tee” Thawisin especially...
BOGOTÁ, Colombia (AP) - Colombian superstar Shakira is stepping in to help rebuild schools and restore a university in one of the hardest-hit regions of her home country following last week’s devastating earthquake. The “Hips Don’t Lie” singer announced the commitment Monday during a...
The country’s electronics sector is pushing for reforms to position the Pax Silica artificial intelligence (AI) industrial hub in New Clark City as a launchpad to strengthen its role in the global supply chain for emerging technologies. In a position paper, the Semiconductor and Electronics...
The Philippines retained its position as Southeast Asia’s second-most favorable environment for philanthropy, trailing only Singapore, as widespread individual donations and strong corporate backing helped cushion civil society groups against rising operational costs. According to the 2026 Doing...
The continued expansion of digital infrastructure for artificial intelligence (AI) is on track to push the country’s electronic exports past the $50-billion mark and set a new all-time high this year, according to the Semiconductor and Electronics Industries in the Philippines Foundation Inc....
Adopting a uniform five percent tariff rate on corn imports could generate ₱17.2 billion in net economic gains as consumer savings offset losses for local farmers and government revenues, according to advocacy group Foundation for Economic Freedom (FEF). Speaking at a Tariff Commission (TC)...
Quezon City Mayor Joy Belmonte has been named the Philippines’ top performing and most trusted mayor after receiving the highest rating in a nationwide assessment of local chief executives by the RPMD Foundation Inc. Belmonte recorded the highest overall governance rating among city mayors...
