Sadness is a curious thing. The Cambridge dictionary defines it as “the feeling of being unhappy, especially because something bad has happened.” But I don’t mean sadness that accompanies a problem or sadness as a result of a problem, but sadness that sometimes strikes you without any reason....
ALWAYS BE VIGILANT Fake fragrance products contain harmful chemicals for the body (Photo Ban Toxics) After the December rush, several items often go on sale as markets try to sell their excess stock from the holiday season. Among those products that get slashed prices are cosmetic items like...
Hayao Miyazaki, the brilliant mind behind Studio Ghibli, recently came out of retirement to create another monumental film, The Boy and the Heron . Already it received quite the accolade after being presented the best animated film award at the Golden Globes. Already viewers can catch it in...
Many might think that in the age of the smartwatch and smartphone, it’s time to do away with the classic wristwatch. But while these digital devices have become a mainstay in our daily lives, there are still many benefits the ‘ole reliable wristwatch can offer. Here are four good reasons...
‘THE HAPPIEST PLACE’ Zoobic Safari, located in Subic Bay Freeport Zone, is a 25-hectare animal park where guests are given up close and personal encounters with its inhabitants Nestled within the forests of Subic Bay Freeport Zone lies the Zoobic Safari, an animal park that serves as an...
The new face of the learning system has started to appear in the classrooms of Makati public schools. They call it the “smart classrooms” where learning tools are today’s essential gadgets for information, entertainment and communication. In these smart classrooms, the blackboard is a...
Caring for the environment has become a priority in recent years, ushering in a new wave of conscious buyers in the market. More people have begun to factor in the sustainability efforts of companies before making their purchases. And with good cause, after all, we only have one planet to live in....
VIVA PIT SEÑOR Sinulog dancers with their Sto. Niño statues Across bustling Tokyo, whispers of home still flutter—in the familiar lilt of Tagalog laughter echoing through the streets of Meguro, in the aroma of laing wafting from the church’s community hall. Here, at the Meguro Catholic Church...
I grew up seeing my aunt, the former First Lady Imelda R. Marcos (IRM), going all over the world, meeting with world leaders, and building various infrastructure projects related to the country’s culture and the arts. As a kid, I thought this was a part of the role of First Lady until I began to...
COLOR ME GORGEOUS For adding some flair to your eyes, try using some eyeshadow Glam and natural style are in, according to a makeup trend report. And so are skincare-infused cosmetics, according to makeup artist Yra Mantaring, a graduate of the Makeup Artistry Program at the Center for Aesthetic...
If you still think the Philippine dress, the terno, is a thing of the past, you must have been living in the past. The Filipino formal wear isn’t even always formal anymore, and yet as formal wear, it is so unmistakably haute. Just looking at the intricate process alone to make such outfits is...
A SIMPLE SNACK Potato chips, in their simplest form, are thinly cut slices of potatoes deep fried until crunchy It’s no secret that Singapore is a leading food and nutrition hub in Southeast Asia. Take it from the island nation’s abundance of Michelin-starred restaurants, exactly 52...
