On the morning New York City swore in its new mayor, a small group of Filipino professionals was not watching from the sidelines. They were refreshing a website they had spent weeks building, fueled by late nights, policy documents, and a shared conviction that promises made at City Hall should...
The life of an artist is unpredictable, and Pasil, Kalinga councilor Arnel Banasan’s is no different. Banasan is one of the most popular musicians in Kalinga. He is part of Mingor Chi Kultura (“Warriors of Culture”), an artist group that aims to promote Kalinga culture. “I come from a line...
Fans flocked to the Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay City last November to see Hatsune Miku perform. Glow sticks lit up the darkened arena while concert attendees of all ages sang with Hatsune Miku. Many fans came dressed as her in various versions. The concert unfolded like any other concert – a...
Across the world, the finely ground green tea powder appears everywhere, poured over ice, blended with milk, folded into desserts, and photographed endlessly in clear cups that glow an almost unreal shade of green. Ordering matcha has become a small declaration, of balance, of taste, of choosing...
DRIVING THOUGHTS Car enthusiasts know CAMPI mainly as the force behind the Philippine International Motor Show (PIMS), the biennial automotive spectacle where gleaming new models, concept cars, and future mobility technologies take center stage. For most motorists, however, CAMPI—the Chamber...
I grew up in SSS Village, just a short drive from where Marikina Town Center now stands along Sumulong Highway, right beside Toyota Marikina, and near Gil Fernando Avenue. Back then, this part of the city was mostly open space, the kind of area I’d only pass when heading out to the main roads or...
As the holiday rush settles into the final weeks of November, the country edges closer to the heart of what is widely called the world’s longest Christmas season. Carols fill the malls, parols brighten windows, and households begin preparing the dishes that will anchor their Noche Buena tables....
On my recent trip to Tokyo, I realized how familiar my routine had become. It’s my fourth visit, and most of those trips revolved around malls, outlets, and shopping streets. This time, I wanted something different. I 'd been seeing posts about the Tokyo City Flea Market and, as a fan of...
With a vibrant spirit and a heart brimming with ambition, Myrna Esguerra from Abra embarked on a remarkable journey as the representative of the Philippines at the 63rd Miss International beauty pageant in Tokyo, Japan, on Nov. 27. After more than a year of meticulous preparation, Myrna now stands...
I’m Shamaine Centenera-Buencamino, an actress and a mental health advocate. My youngest daughter took her life at the age of 15 and we were totally blindsided by it. In an attempt to understand what happened to her, I started pursuing the subject matter. She died in 2015. [My husband, actor and...
The words “To You Toyota” which glowed softly above the sprawling Toyota booth at the Japan Mobility Show 2025 presented a simple slogan. Yet, it is one that carries a profound shift in thinking for the world’s largest automaker.For decades, Toyota has championed the idea of “Mobility for...
Aside from La Union’s famous surf spots and heartbreak-healing sunsets, there’s another compelling reason to visit the province. Tucked in Brgy. Biday, San Fernando City is Halo-Halo de Iloko, a restaurant that celebrates La Union’s diverse produce while supporting local farmers. Humble...
