On June 5, 2024, a new addition came to the halls of the National Museum of Natural History (NMNH) in Manila City. It was not a painting nor a sculpture, but a taxidermy mount of a Philippine eagle named Geothermica. The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), the National Museum of...
As the saying goes, “Out with the old, in with the new.” Popular Tomas Morato hotspot, Bar.Flora, took this to heart by phasing out its entire drink menu. One year after opening its doors at Scout Rallos, popular cocktails like BKK Boba Job, Bengal Bird, and Hola Mate are no more. What comes...
NUSTAR Resort and Casino, a 5-star integrated hotel and resort located in Cebu, redefines luxury with its blend of world-class accommodations, gaming, entertainment, events, and exclusive shopping and dining offerings. The resort prides itself on opulent rooms and suites with great views,...
As 70 percent of the body’s immunity comes from the gut, proper and proactive gut care is crucial for the everyday Filipino. Chesca Kramer, Erceflora ambassador; Isabelle Daza, Erceflora ambassador; Dr. Fil Gatcheco, Applied nutritionist and pediatric gastroenterologist; and...
OF SUBSTANCE AND FOREST Certainly it was exhilarating news last Sunday, that decision of Fitch Ratings to affirm the Philippines’ investment grade rating at BBB, a notch above the minimum investment grade. Equally significant is the stable outlook that Fitch maintained for the country. Such a...
The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corp. (Pagcor) said that about 255 former offshore gaming operations, previously known as “POGOs,” may have been operating illegally in the country. Alejandro Tengco, Pagcor chairman and chief executive officer, said these 255 POGOs had their overseas gaming...
In collaboration with St. Scholastica's College Manila, under the coordination of Sr. Agnella Capili, OSB, the SSC School of Music, and the Sr. Baptista Battig Music Foundation Inc., the Embassy of Italy organized a memorable event at St. Augustine Church in Intramuros, Manila. This special...
OF TREES AND FOREST Happy 126th Independence Day to all Filipinos! Whether you are here in the country or you are one of the millions of Filipinos working abroad, let us recommit ourselves to the vision of great Filipinos — Andres Bonifacio, Jose Rizal, Apolinario Mabini, et al — to build a...
What makes Filipino skin glow, and how do we achieve hydrated and radiant skin from within? Galderma, a leader in dermatology and skincare, seeks to answer this question by advancing their ongoing research and innovations in aesthetics for this year’s Skin Awareness Month. As this global campaign...
The Sandiganbayan has convicted former chancellor Taha Guro Sarip of the Mindanao State University Buug Campus (MSU-Buug) of graft and malversation of public funds for using P94,957.15 in school funds for the repairs of his personal vehicle in 2011 and 2012. Sarip was sentenced to a prison term...
National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) Secretary Arsenio M. Balisacan said the 15 percent reduced tariff on rice was a balancing act to ensure affordable prices and protect consumers’ interest. In a statement on Monday, June 10, Balisacan said the decision was not made lightly as the...
Kilambay Plantation Corporation (KPC), a Mindanao-based agricultural service provider known for its dedication to environmental conservation and social progress having formalized an agreement with members of the Erumanen ne Menuvu tribe, said it has already operationalized 3,000 hectares of giant...
