SM Store continues to foster the value of giving back to the community through an act of kindness, that is donating notebooks. Last January 2023, the Philippines’ Department of Education released the Basic Education Report indicating that one of the most pressing issues in the basic...
Margaux Arambulo-Lucena and Dr. Julieta Arambulo Having a dermatologist mother like Dr. Julieta Arambulo, Margaux Arambulo-Lucena knew the value of taking care of her skin. This includes staying away from products with harsh chemicals. She grew up using “unscented soap," which her mom made,...
Mommy Mundo is celebrating its 20th year anniversary as the premiere resource for moms and families in the Philippines. And for their first leg, they ha had their second leg of the Expo Mom Roadshow last July 29 and 30, 2023 at the Glorietta Palm Drive Activity Center. It was an exciting blast from...
Who doesn’t love flowers? Seeing these delicate beauties is always a sight to behold, sniffing them can even bring out the best of moods. The Body Shop encapsulates floral scents in its new premium range, Full Flowers. As the collection implies, these scents are infused with a blend of...
This month, we have three novels that wonderfully expand the possibilities of sci-fi and fantasy novels. We also have three crime novels that offer poignant social commentary. Bang Bang Bodhisattva by Aubrey Wood The first 20 pages of this novel is a fast-paced, dizzying blend of the sci-fi...
Having good skin is a reflection of how we take care of ourselves, giving us the confidence to face the world—with nothing to hide. Taking care of our skin doesn’t have to be expensive and time-consuming. There are local skincare brands that deliver the same results at much affordable prices...
From left: President of Philippines Halal Trade & Tourism (PHTTE) - Marilou Ampuan, Davao city Councilor - Hon. Al Ryan Alejandre, Immediate Past President of Davao Tourism Association & COO of Al-ag Group - Cherry Al-ag, Honorary Consul to Bangladesh - Hon. Joji Ilagan-Bian, Park Inn by...
Boracay during the Habagat season is about sunny but gusty days, sporadic showers, cool nights, and a high tide that reaches to the line of coconut trees fronting the hotels on Station 1. It’s still highly enjoyable, less crowded, and a great opportunity to explore food options on the...
It is, indeed, a feat to bring all 475 employees on a trip—more so abroad. Bench Founder and Chairman Ben Chan, together with his loyal employees spent a few days bonding at one of the most magical places on earth—Hong Kong Disneyland. This year is also the brand's 35th anniversary. ...
Freepik The World Health Organization might have declared last May 2023 that Covid is not considered a global health emergency, but that doesn’t mean that the virus will mutate and circulate. The agency shared in their weekly update that there are 1.5 million new cases between July 10 to August...
Arturo Arsega, Jr.'s line drawings are reminiscent of art class projects where students had to draw faces and figures without lifting their pens or brushes from the paper. The end result may look deceptively simple, but it takes a lot of practice and trial and error to achieve....
The Big Bad Wolf Book Sale, known for its wide selection of books at discounted prices, is returning to Cebu after its successful run in Manila last July. This will be the first time the sale has been held in Cebu since 2019. Books on sale during the Manila run of Big Bad Wolf last July 2023. The...
