EDITORS DESK After nearly five fulfilling years as the entertainment editor at the Manila Bulletin, I was granted a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to meet the legendary Nora Aunor, also known as Ate Guy to her fans, on Aug. 12, 2023.The meeting took place in Timog, Quezon City, where I joined...
Cycling is a way of life for many, woven through the fine threads of Filipino history and continues to become the symbol of persistence and pursuit of personal merit. For some, it is a mode of mobility, a healthy and sustainable way of traveling from Point A to B. Others find it a lasting...
EDITORS DESKWith the growing popularity of electrified vehicles these days, it's easy to get confused with all the new terminology being thrown our way. No doubt you've already heard some of them like hybrid, new energy vehicle, electrified, or even range-extended /extended range electric...
EDITORS DESKFor many, living more sustainably can feel like a daunting, even overwhelming, task. With constant news about the climate crisis and an avalanche of tips on what to do (and what not to do), it's easy to feel stuck before you even begin.But this is exactly why starting your own...
EDITORS DESK Award-winning Filipino filmmaker Joel Lamangan voices his concerns about the movie industry's future as artificial intelligence (AI) continues to advance, particularly regarding its potential to replace directors and actors.This stark warning was delivered during a grand press...
EDITORS DESKLast week, frequent travelers to the north of Metro Manila were treated to a nightmare of traffic when an 18-wheeler truck had collided with an overhead bridge along the Marilao interchange in NLEX, causing serious damage to both the truck and overhead bridge.It happened in the early...
EDITORS DESK Alex Eala's face was pale and in pure innocence as her knees crumbled at midcourt, possibly the effect of the sudden mix of hysteria and disbelief. She held back her tears, not that this 19-year-old wanted no taste of celebration, but she was rather floating in an air of shock and...
EDITORS DESK The shift to electrified vehicles is gaining momentum in the Philippines. This can easily be seen in the number of hybrids (HEVs, PHEVs), and fully-electric vehicles (EVs) on our roads. Toyota and BYD have been at the forefront of this transition with the former leading in...
EDITORS DESKIQAir recently released its 7th annual World Air Quality Report on March 11, shedding light on the most polluted countries and areas in 2024. The findings highlight concerning trends in global air pollution, with most regions failing to meet recommended air quality standards.The...
EDITORS DESK The Academy Awards, commonly called the Oscars, have once again entertained us with a spectacular show. Last Sunday, the 97th Oscar Awards was broadcast globally from Los Angeles. We celebrated the achievements of our favorite stars and shared our opinions about some of the...
EDITORS DESKOne needs little comprehension, or maybe a good set of eyes and an ounce of intellect to spot the missing link that doomed Gilas Pilipinas in its recent run in Doha for some friendly games and in the third window of FIBA Asia Cup Qualifiers.Perhaps, it wasn't divine intention and just a...
EDITORS DESKEvery year, at around January or February, there's an event that grabs the headlines for all the wrong reasons. Called the BOSS Ironman, this is nothing like the typical ironman triathlete competitions. This Ironman is done on cars and motorcycles and requires participants to drive a...