Filipinos are no longer a stranger to *omakase*. The Japanese phrase, used at restaurants, means “entrusting” the whole dining experience to the chef, instead of ordering what one feels like eating. Although it is also often tailored to the diner’s wishes, depending on the budget, as well as...
Senate President Juan Miguel "Migz" Zubiri on Wednesday, August 2, said he will urge President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. to be firm in his "balancing" act in dealing with China on the country’s territorial claim over the West Philippine Sea. Zubiri revealed that he and other senators,...
The Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA) has approved three new big-ticket Japanese projects worth P20.591 billion, bringing total Japanese investments in the country to P766.55 billion and generating 340,601 direct jobs for Filipinos. Fresh from his outbound mission to Japan last July 16-22,...
By JAMES SAM Creativity is undeniably fundamental to the human experience. Finding form in paintings, music, theater, film—these outlets are the expressions of our thoughts, emotions, troubles, triumphs. Social media has given individuals the platform to share every aspect of their lives to...
The film, which draws focus on environmental crusaders who risk their lives protecting the rainforests of Palawan, is nominated in the Outstanding Investigative Documentary category of the 44th Annual News and Documentary Emmy Awards. The 96-minute enviro-thriller documentary directed by journalist...
Illustration Randrian Panopio At the height of the pandemic in 2020, I took a weeks-long online course in contemporary art from MoMA, the Museum of Modern Art in New York, but if you ask me what contemporary art is, chances are I’ll give you a blank stare. In contemporary art, however, no answer...
The Senate has unanimously approved the resolution strongly condemning the continued harassment of Filipino fishermen and the persistent incursions in the West Philippine Sea by the Chinese Coast Guard and militia vessels. Senate President Juan Miguel "Migz" Zubiri...
Fil-Spaniard John Cabang eclipsed his own national record anew in the men’s 110-meter hurdles at the 2023 Spanish Athletics Championships at the Pista Parc Central in Torrent, Spain over the weekend. *John Cabang posts a new national record in men's 110m hurdles. (File Photo) * Cabang, a bronze...
Alen Stajcic wanted to "explore other options" as he will no longer be on the pitch with the Philippine women's national football team after its historic World Cup debut, team manager Jeff Cheng announced on Tuesday morning, August 1. *Alen Stajcic bids Filipinas goodbye after dream World Cup run....
Alen Stajcic hasn’t decided yet on his future with the Filipinas following their group stage elimination from the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup. *Alen Stajcic during the Philippines-Norway pre-match presser.* The Australian coach took the helm in October 2021 and has since taken Philippine...
President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. hailed the national women's football team for their historic stint in the FIFA World Cup, saying it will be the first of many victories for the team. (Photo courtesy of AFP) "Congratulations, Filipinas, on your remarkable journey in the 2023 FIFA Women's...
STAY DRY If you can't avoid floodwater, make sure to thoroughly wash up after contact to avoid catching any waterborne diseases (Photo Noel Pabalate) As the rainy season comes in full swing, so does the risk of getting sick. Sometimes the sudden change in weather is enough to put stress on our...
