It's a magical holiday season for Anneliese van der Pol and Johnno Wilson! Actress Anneliese van der Pol of the hit show “That's So Raven,” said "yes" to her boyfriend and co-star, Johnno Wilson, after a romantic proposal on Dec. 23, 2023. The couple shared this milestone with their fans...
Dr. Jose Rizal, the national hero of the Philippines, stands as an icon of intellectual brilliance, patriotism, and resilience. Beyond his indelible mark on the nation's history, Rizal's Chinese immigrant ancestral roots unveil a remarkable tale of perseverance, economic success, and cultural...
(Photo Freepik) If I took a 60-minute video of your long walks Just your feet shod or bare in the act of walking On the red carpet in Los Angeles On the cobblestones of Montmarte On the gravel of the Belvedere Gardens On the powder-fine, sugar-colored sands of Boracay If I took a closeup of...
Images by Freepik As we enter the New Year, therein lies hope that we enter better times. After all, 2023 was a rocky year. Just thinking back on the global conflicts, controversies, and so on is enough to stress anyone out. But as gloomy as things this past year seemed to be, it’s always best to...
Spotify Mini Mart Looking back allows us to perceive how much we’ve changed, progressed, and evolved. It gives us an overview of the path we’ve walked in life so far, showing us the sorrows and the red flags to avoid as well as the things we did right to rinse and repeat. As we step into the...
I’ve been told that one of the foundations of a nation’s progress is love for country. It is where malasakit comes from, a genuine concern for the welfare of the nation. I wish we can all work together to show our love for country more, envision the future, strategize our strengths, move...
HORTICULTURAL THERAPY Studies have shown that gardening can help lighten the mood and lower one's anxiety and stress levels (Photo Freepik) By JUDITH B. TABLAN A bahay kubo with plenty of hanging plants in the window sills and vegetables around the yard was my childhood dream. Being born and...
GETTING BY WITH A LITTLE HELP FROM FRIENDS Haruki, the author's friend, helps the author figure out how to use the best train car for more efficient transfers A lot of people like to think of expat life, especially diplomatic life, as glamorous. I think this is because hardly anybody ever talks...
A BRIGHT START Most Filipinos use fireworks during the New Year celebration in hopes of chasing away the bad luck and ushering in good fortune (Photo Manila Bulletin file photo) As we enter the New Year, it's important to remember how to keep safe once the fireworks start going off. In last...
CHRISTMAS BY THE LAKE Enjoy a dazzling display of lights and attractions at Taguig's Lakeshore complex Light shows and fireworks always delight me. Maybe it’s a holdover from our prehistoric Philippines fascination for everything kumukuti-kutitap (glittering). It is reported that inhabitants of...
EXILED TO ISOLATION Hoping to silence Rizal, the Spanish Government had Rizal exiled to the isolated City of Dapitan in 1892 In fear of Dr. José Rizal’s growing influence among the people due to his calls for social reform, the Spanish colonial government hoped to extinguish Rizal’s reach by...
When it comes to weddings, every detail matters, and the choice of colors for the bridal entourage is no exception. From earth-toned frocks to dusty sage green gowns and more, these stunning bridal entourages prove that selecting the right colors can elevate the overall ambiance and style of a...
