The return of Austria’s National Day Reception and the International Bazaar Foundation’s annual shopping event SWEET, NEW BEGINNINGS From left: Papal Nuncio and head of the diplomatic corps Charles Brown , DFA undersecretary for civilian security and consular affairs Jesus ‘Gary’ Domingo,...
The Philippines is vulnerable to tsunamis. This was according to the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) who reiterated that the country is at risk of tsunamis due to the presence of offshore faults and trenches surrounding the country. Ahead of the celebration of World...
The Philippines has condemned the latest missile launches conducted by North Korea, which it said only further increased the tension in the Indo-Pacific region. In a statement on Friday, Nov. 4, the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) said North Korea's action only aggravated the tension in the...
Camarines Sur 2nd district Rep. LRay Villafuerte has asked Philippine envoys to study what he described as the well-run state programs in their respective host-countries, which could serve as models for priority initiatives of the Marcos administration. Camarines Sur 2nd district Rep. LRay...
Philippines-based social enterprise Kandama wishes to share the masterpieces of Ifugao women weavers in the metaverse A QUEEN IN INDIGENOUS WEAVES Pia Wurtzbach for Vogue Italia NFTs or non-fungible tokens have stolen the spotlight in the recent return of the fashion weeks in Paris, Milan, London,...
The Philippines needs to enhance its assessment of natural hazards and their risks and impacts following the massive devastation brought by Severe Tropical Storm "Paeng," Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) Secretary Maria Antonia “Toni” Yulo-Loyzaga underscored. DENR...
The country's presidential task force on media security has expressed concern over an international advocacy group's ranking that placed the Philippines as the 7th worst country in the world for journalists as it said the Philippine government prioritizes media safety. In a statement, the...
The Philippine government has beefed up its maritime cooperation with the government of Georgia by working on seafarers' certification recognition as sea-based Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) face risk of decertification from the European Maritime Safety Authority (Emsa). During the 2nd...
Senator Christopher “Bong” Go has called for the strengthening of local and global cooperation to assist in the country’s development. Go made the call in light of the Covid-19 pandemic, climate change and the other challenges confronting the world. “Against this backdrop, it is imperative...
Fashion curation in the age of social media DAPPER AF From left: Archive King Dom Canlas and Denver Ebba There’s an interesting kind of nostalgia: a wistful affection or yearning for something we’ve never experienced. Such is nostalgia for certain clothes. Reminiscing a time we never were in is...
Short horror film festival highlights Ilokano culture and traditions THE FACE OF PHILIPPINE HORROR Lilia Cuntapay in Shake, Rattle, and Roll 3 A scary film fair featuring Ilocanos rich culture and tradition of remembering the dead will highlight this year’s 10th Lilia Cuntapay Short Horror Film...
For Love Marie, the best aroma is that which reminds one of home or is tied to a pleasant memory—that of her childhood FRAGRANT OASIS Heart Evangelista shows off the Love Marie Designs aromatherapy candles made in collaboration with RLC Residences Candles are instrumental in various traditions...
