A strange and hilarious trend has been circulating across Philippine social media, with the names Sharmaine, Vanessa, and Melanie popping up in memes, captions, and short-form videos. At first glance, it might look like a real-life group of people involved in some viral drama or inside joke. But...
Jomelle Jeogy Marquez, the youngest daughter of actor Joey Marquez , has earned another beauty title. She just recently secured a first runner-up finish in the Miss Teenager Petite Universe category at the 2026 Mister and Miss Teenager Universe pageant in Bali, Indonesia. Note that she was...
The Philippines and Canada reaffirmed their commitment to ensuring a safe and stable Indo-Pacific region during the meeting between Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) Secretary Enrique Manalo and Canadian Foreign Minister Mélanie Joly on Wednesday, May 8, in Ottawa. Foreign Affairs Secretary...
While Michelle Dee continues to be the talk of town following her stint at the recently concluded Miss Universe pageant in El Salvador, her younger brother Abraham Lawyer is now also gaining much attention. Abraham, who was in El Salvador along with his mother, Miss International 1979 Melanie...
Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) Secretary Enrique Manalo said Wednesday that the [inclusion of the Philippines in Canada's Electronic Travel Authorization](https://mb.com.ph/2023/6/7/canada-announces-visa-free-travel-to-ph-passport-holders) (ETA) program marks an "important milestone" between...
Canada has asked the Philippines to support its free trade negotiations with the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and to be the bloc's strategic partner, citing the diplomatic knowledge and strength both parties can benefit from the partnership. *PH-CANADA TIES - President Marcos holds...
Canadian Foreign Minister Mélanie Joly would be in Manila from May 18 to 21 to advance bilateral cooperation and the implementation of Canada’s Indo-Pacific Strategy. (Photo from Canadian Foreign Minister Mélanie Joly via Twitter/Facebook) A post from Global Affairs Canada, the foreign policy...
The local government of Parañaque City received on Monday, Jan. 30, a certificate of commendation from the Anti-Red Tape Authority (ARTA) for being one of the pioneers in promoting ease of doing business in the city. Mayor Eric Olivarez thanked ARTA Director General Ernesto Perez for citing the...
Parañaque City’s Business Permit and Licensing Office (BPLO) chief, Atty. Melanie Soriano-Malaya, was re-elected for the third time as president of the National Association of Business Permit and Licensing Office (NABPLO). The national convention of BPLO chiefs from different cities and...
Delegates from Ormoc city government had a four-day immersion and learning activities on initiatives implemented by Parañaque City to improve business registration process and other socio-economic indicators Business Permit and Licensing Office (BPLO) and Data Protection officer, Atty. Melanie...
Melanie Dubos, the homeless who went viral early this year after being caught on camera hugging an ABS-CBN reporter doing a live on-scene reportage, has passed away. Muntinlupa Social Services Department's Peachy Lacabo confirmed it as published in an article on ABS-CBN. Recall that after her clip...
Michelle Dee (Instagram) Universe, here she comes! Former Miss World Philippines Michelle Dee prepped for the Miss Universe Philippines 2022 qualifying round with a fresh haircut. Goodbye, long hair! "It’s now or never. Hey Universe, my application video is now live on KUMU (@ michellemdee)...
