Philippine Mental Health Association urges stronger and more localized mental health response to address ‘silent epidemic’ of mental health crisis The Philippine Mental Health Association, Inc. (PMHA) on Monday raised the alarm over the "rising epidemic of mental health crisis" in the...
On Oct. 5, 2023, the Swedish Academy awarded the Norwegian author and dramatist Jon Fosse the Nobel Prize in Literature “for his innovative plays and prose which give voice to the unsayable,” the award-giving body said. Fosse, a 64-year-old, was born on the west coast of Norway. His work...
Top row from left to right: Noel Nieva, Edd Fuentes, Karen Villanueva, Malou Espina, Richard Burgos, Abigail Ho, Red Samar, Charisse Chuidian, Claire Papa, JingJing Romero, Millie Dizon, Joy Buensalido, and Ritzi Ronquillo In perfect timing for the observance of Public Relations Month in...
Maxine Syjuco Maxine Syjuco, an acclaimed visual artist and poet with international recognition, presents her highly-praised "visual poetry" paintings in "The Secrets of Spill Seduction." Crafted amid the challenges of the pandemic, these expansive canvases provide personal and revealing...
Although public schools give less-privileged children access to education, some miss school because their parents don’t have money for "baon" or transportation, and others who do get to attend class arrive without having eaten breakfast. Rise Against Hunger Philippines’ executive director Jomar...
Centro Escolar University gears up for its 21st Quality Awards Day to honor exceptional teaching and non-teaching staff who exemplify excellence and quality. The ceremony will take place at the Librada Avelino Auditorium in CEU Manila on Nov. 8, 2023 at 8:00 a.m. The day will kick off with a...
Here are novels that celebrate villainy with rich humor, transform racial identity into award-winning writing, and effortlessly transport us to the brink of fantasy and modern adventure. There's so much to enjoy with these six books. If I Survive You by Jonathan Escoffery Shortlisted for the...
Halloween isn’t just for gore and scares, it is also a time when ultimate fantasies are brought to life. A testament to that is the Opulence Halloween Ball. Led by Raymond Gutierrez and Ashleigh Rye, the Halloween event first happened in 2019. After years of being on hold because of the pandemic,...
Actress Abby Viduya, also known as Priscilla Almeda, exchanged vows with her partner Jomari Yllana in Las Vegas on November 5, 2023. The couple celebrated their special day with an intimate and private wedding ceremony at A Little White Chapel, which was attended by only a few close friends. Mrs....
Last Oct. 28, 2023, Saturday at 6:00 p.m, SM City Sta. Mesa illuminated its 54-foot Christmas Tree, marking the official start of the mall's holiday season. The event was graced by the honorable Quezon City Mayor Joy Belmonte, its Mall Manager Von Aaron Tan along with SM Executives SAVP for...
The vibrant spirit of MassKara Festival finally returned, and Bacolod bustled with excitement as preparations for this grand celebration were in full swing. There were definitely smiles all over with all the great events and food that the City of Smiles offered during it’s 44th MassKara Festival....
For Filipinos, "home" is more than just a building, it is a sanctuary and personal haven filled with sentimental objects that represent treasured possessions. Despite the trend towards simplicity and minimalism, old appliances, furniture, trinkets, and mementos are still cherished in Filipino homes...
