REFLECTIONS TODAY In the third group of fours in the list of the Twelve (apostles), we find Simon called a Zealot. The Greek zelotes (“zealot”) refers to one who shows zeal and enthusiasm. Simon is called by this name not just because he is a “zealous” observer of Law but, as most biblical...
A CAPTIVATING PERFROMANCE From left, clockwise: soprano Nerissa de Juan, pianist Reynaldo Gendrano, violinist Theodore Tan, guitarist Adrik Cristobal, horn player Deiniel Sanchez, and violinist Cedric Uson Winners of the 2022 National Music Competition for Young Artists (NAMCYA) captivated a full...
A CULTURAL EXCHANGE Brilliant minds come together to share ideas, as organized by the French Embassy, in cooperation with Alliance française de Manille, and the National Museum of the Philippines Following the French cultural tradition of exchanging thoughts and questioning everything,...
I'D GIVE MY LIFE FOR YOU Miss Saigon centers around the tragic romance of American GI Chris and Vietnamese bar girl Kim The heat is on in Manila as GMG Productions, in association with GWB Entertainment, has announced that Cameron Mackintosh’s globally acclaimed production of Boublil &...
WOMEN IN POWER Swedish Ambassador Annika Thunborg, Australian Amb. HK Yu, US Amb. MaryKay Carlson, UK Amb. Laure Beaufils, Romanian Amb. Râduta Matache, Dutch Amb. Marielle Geraedts, and Singaporean Amb. Constance See The concept of “witches” today differs dramatically from the malicious and...
President Marcos has urged the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) to "be ready" in defending the country from emerging threats. President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. administers the oath of office of newly-promoted generals and flag officers of the Armed Forces of the Philippines on Oct. 27,...
The Manila Hotel unveils its exquisite Christmas Hamper selection that embodies the essence of thoughtfulness and indulgence. Specially crafted to spread holiday cheer, each hamper is brimming with a variety of signature treats and goodies that will surely delight your loved ones. For those eager...
Despite forecasts of ‘yellow alert’ that could strain Luzon grid, the Department of Energy (DOE) is trying to lean on a 700-megawatt supply buffer or reserve margin to avert incidents of electricity service interruptions during the October 30 Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) and barangay elections....
The Beatles (AFP) LONDON (AFP) - A much-anticipated "new" Beatles record, created with the help of artificial intelligence, will be released next week on Nov. 2, former band members Paul McCartney and Ringo Starr revealed Thursday. "Now And Then", first written and sung by ex-Beatle John...
Foster + Partners is building The Estate Makati in Apartment Ridge, along Ayala Avenue. It is one of their select residential projects around the world. The Estate Makati, joint project of two real estate titans—Sy and Ty—opens the door to Foster + Partners to build an iconic residential tower...
REFLECTIONS TODAY Sometimes, to get to the message of Jesus, we do not just take his words at their plain meaning but as words said with humor with an acid touch. For example, what does his advice about being brought before a magistrate mean? Here is a picture of a clear miscarriage of justice...
Malacañang has transferred the Development Academy of the Philippines (DAP) under the Office of the President to the National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA). The transfer was made through Executive Order (EO) No. 45 dated Oct. 25. Under the EO, the move was part of the...
