Dutch national Sean Ligtvoet, an engineer who studied water management at the Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences in the Netherlands, found his purpose in addressing wastewater challenges when he came to the Philippines. Initially, he took an internship focused on flood reduction. “But...
STOCKHOLM (AP) — Alva Palosaari Sundman scoured the racks of secondhand clothes in Stockholm for hours in search of the right pair of pre-owned jeans. The 24-year-old art student was among hundreds of people attending an annual clothing swap on Sunday at a community center in Sweden 's...
Every year on April 22, Earth Day highlights the importance of protecting our planet to ensure a brighter future for all its inhabitants. As a global technology company serving over 760 million users in more than 90 countries and regions worldwide, OPPO recognizes its responsibility and influence...
Many of our warm-weather staples come with a hidden footprint: plastics that linger far longer than the products they hold, ingredients sourced without care, and small habits that quietly add to our environmental impact. Recognizing this, more beauty brands are making thoughtful changes to reduce...
As daily routines evolve and more people embrace the freedom of the open road, there is a growing need for pit stops that fuel the body and the journey. Belmont Hotel Manila introduces Bike & Brew, an outdoor coffee kiosk situated right along the hotel driveway fronting Portwood Street in...
CHERNOBYL, Ukraine (AP) — On contaminated land that is too dangerous for human life, the world 's wildest horses roam free. Across the Chernobyl exclusion zone, Przewalski 's horses — stocky, sand-colored and almost toy-like in appearance — graze in a radioactive landscape larger...
HEARD IT THROUGH THE GRIPE-VINE A sustainability framework, the circular economy, and self-sufficiency are three concepts that we at the Manila Bulletin have pledged support to over the years. At the Manila Bulletin, 2026 marks the fifth year that we’ve been mounting our MB Sustainability Forum,...
In today’s luxury landscape, resale is the moment. At the forefront of that shift in the Philippines is The Bag Hub, a luxury consignment and resale platform founded by entrepreneur Maia Urrutia. What began as a small side business reselling bags to coworkers has grown into a trusted destination...
Marikina City Mayor Maan Teodoro called on Marikeños on Monday, Feb. 9, to do their part in ensuring the cleanliness of the city as she announced the reimplementation of the "Tapat ko, Linis ko" campaign to promote environmental protection and sustainability through community discipline and...
Makati City has once again been recognized by global environment organization CDP as an "A-List City" for 2025 for the third consecutive year, a testament to the city 's continuous adherence to environmental transparency and climate action. “This recognition reflects our continuing...
Manila Mayor Francisco "Isko Moreno" Domagoso visited two of Singapore 's leading agriculture and technical skills institutes on Thursday, Jan. 15, to learn its best practices and advanced urban farming technologies as part of the Manila city government 's proactive plans to boost its...
Makati City Mayor Nancy Binay has signed the city 's budget for next year worth P21 billion, reinforcing the city’s commitment to delivering efficient, people-centered, and future-ready programs for all residents. Several local government officials were also present during the event...
