When Chris Hernandez first fell in love with small toy cars, he never imagined it would lead to the kind of community building that helped shape one of the country’s most significant collector movements. For years, he was a passionate collector, one of many Filipinos who scoured stores for toy...
GYODONG ISLAND, South Korea — Chae Jae Eok, 94, hasn’t met his family for 79 years now although they live just across this island. They are in North Korea, the most secretive place on earth. He wants to meet them just to know if they 're now able to eat well or if they still experience the...
When it takes a few keystrokes to generate songs, “What’s the point of musicians anyway?” I set up a call with Vic Icasas, CEO and managing partner of Hit Productions, and composer BP Valenzuela. Hit Productions works with clients to create engaging audio for advertising and entertainment. We...
Lt. Gen. Antonio G. Nafarrete Lieutenant General Antonio G. Nafarrete, called “Toto” by his peers, never dreamed of becoming a soldier. Unlike many of his classmates at the Philippine Military Academy (PMA) who had long envisioned themselves in uniform, his journey into the armed forces was...
“A symbol of courage and conviction.” This is how many young Filipinos today remember the late Senator Benigno “Ninoy” Aquino Jr., who, on Aug. 21, 1983, was assassinated at the airport tarmac moments after his arrival in Manila. As the nation commemorates Ninoy’s 42nd death anniversary,...
With only ₱500 for fertilizers and a budding curiosity, Romeo Antipuesto Jr. embarked on a bonsai journey that would eventually define his career. At 38, the Davao City native credits his friend and mentor, Oliver Pavo, for helping him find his footing. Starting with lower-grade materials, the...
In a cultural tapestry rich with tradition, many Asian communities will observe the Ghost Month, commencing on Aug. 23 and stretching until Sept. 21, 2025. During this time, Filipino-Chinese families often avoid certain activities to keep their fortunes balanced. The air is thick with superstition...
The moment felt like deja vu. Longtime junior tennis coach Karl Santamaria found himself sharing the court once again with Alex Eala – the same spirited young girl he once guided through drills and footwork on quiet courts. Only now, she isn’t just a promising junior, but a 20-year-old rising...
A lot of people say I don 't look sick. I may look like a picture of wellness, but the truth is, I have been grappling with a chronic debilitating disease called Long Covid for more than 1,140 days — and counting. I vividly remember that day of the first of December 2021. I was filled with...
Career shifts are fairly common, but they become more compelling when someone takes a path they never saw coming. Such is the case for Rolet Cunanan, a 36-year-old agribusiness owner and content creator who found her purpose, and a life she never expected to love, through farming after leaving...
Eng Bee Tin, the legendary name synonymous with the Philippines ' favorite hopia, celebrated the second National Hopia Day (NHD) recently with festivities held simultaneously in many areas in Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao. The celebration marked the company’s 113th year. For the month of...
The march of progress is difficult to halt, yet in some cases, the two can be made to work together in surprising harmony. Such is the case for Lisbon, the capital city of Portugal. Founded as far back as 1200 BCE, this historic city is rich in architecture, boasting of Romanesque, Gothic,...
