by DENNIS GUEVARRA In the Philippines, a new family trend is blossoming: pets are becoming cherished family members. Filipino homes are now filled with the joy of 'fur babies"—pets treated with the same love as children. This shift is redefining family life, as pets don designer outfits,...
by JACQUELINE LUCERO Earth Day happens every 22nd of April yearly and this year's theme "Planet vs Plastics" highlights a critical environmental issue. Google reveals that annually, a staggering 380 million tons of plastic are produced, with just nine percent being recycled. Plastic has infiltrated...
Lady Anne Duya, a resident of Porac, Pampanga, has made her tribe proud by becoming the first female Aeta to pass the February 2024 Criminologist Licensure Examination (CLE). Lady Anne reportedly belongs to the native Mag-indi or Mag-antsi tribe. According to the National Commission on Indigenous...
Mondelēz International, a leading snacking company in the Philippines and the force behind top brands such as Oreo, Tiger biscuits, Cadbury Dairy Milk, Toblerone, Tang, Eden Cheese, and Cheez Whiz, announced the release of its fifth annual State of Snacking report. In collaboration with The Harris...
Yesterday, I found myself facing a familiar adversary—Imposter Syndrome. Four months into our posting in Tokyo, I unexpectedly found myself seated in a meeting room, ready to interview an official from one of Japan’s top luxury developers. With over a decade of experience in journalism, much of...
by AARON CABEZA Being a communicator in the government presents unique challenges that require a delicate balance of skills, adaptability, and resilience. Vital in fostering trust, informed decision-making, and strengthening democratic governance, communicators bear significant responsibilities in...
Of late I have been preoccupied with two things. One, embellishing jean jackets with cannibalized decorative elements found in ukay-ukay finds and on the other my aunt, the former first lady Imelda Romualdez Marcos (IRM), more specifically her role and achievements as First Lady (1965-1983). ...
In its commitment to support the local community, Fairfield by Marriott Cebu Mandaue City launched initiatives to foster deeper connections with Cebu local artisans, creatives, and designers. With this, the hotel held its Hues Fashion Show on April 3, 2024, showcasing the summer 2024 collection of...
By JELLYN GUECO Living abroad is the ultimate dream for so many Filipinos. According to an SWS survey, 17 percent of Pinoys aspire to live abroad, equivalent to almost one out of five individuals. So when we hear stories of Filipinos returning home, after years of working in other countries, it’s...
“Saan ka friend? Tara, let’s drive!” "Let's go!" Have you noticed that conversation-like advertisement on a billboard along EDSA? Whether you're frequently invited on road trips with friends or your summer travel plans always seem to fall through, seeing the billboard can trigger a trip down...
by Atty. Eduard M. Riparip Besting 732 art entries nationwide, a Centro Escolar University alumna won first place in the recently concluded Sining Filipina, the first all-female arts competition in the Philippines, held at SM Aura, Taguig City on March 15, 2024. A book author and artist, Maria...
From fashion finds to home essentials, office supplies to treats for your furry BFFs, SM Supermalls offer a retail wonderland. Situated in the heart of Metro Manila's vibrant energy is SM City Sta. Mesa, one of the country's OG malls, formerly known as SM Centerpoint. Positioned at the crossroads...
