By JACQUELINE LUCERO The world of social media has unexpectedly become a refuge for overseas Filipino workers (OFWs), with TikTok taking center stage. Far more than a mere source of entertainment, this platform has transformed into a lifeline for those toiling away from their home- land. TikTok’s...
A GRAND WEDDING Over 120 invited friends and family members of the couple from all over graced the momentous occasion By VERONICA BALUYUT-JIMENEZ About 120 guests from the Philippines, North America, and Europe flew to Umbria in Italy to witness Camille Marie Jimenez and Theo Sandico seal forever...
A WARM ORANGE COLORED LIQUID Derek Tumala's solar-powered model of the sun runs on solar power Last week, real estate developer Ayala Lands unveiled a series of public art pieces all over Makati City. The launch marked the start of their immersive walking art tour entitled “10 Days of Art: Art...
LOVE AT FIRST SIGHT First Lady Imelda Marcos and former President Ferdinand E. Marcos first formally met during a budget hearing at the Philippine Congress Photos courtesy of MARCOS PRESIDENTIAL CENTER It was good seeing my aunt, the former first lady Imelda R. Marcos, in very high spirits...
CULTURAL SHOWCASE Beyond the sights, the country's rich cultural heritage is a major come on for travelers On the. evening of February 12, against the backdrop of Tokyo’s Imperial Hotel, the Philippines shone brightly as it hosted Tourism Night. The event, hosted by the Philippine government,...
Imagination, innovation, and artistic expression are important elements in the Filipino identity. This year’s celebration of National Arts Month (NAM) highlights the significance of these elements, channeling creative energy toward nation building. This observance was initiated by virtue of...
NEWSMAKERS — The Manila Bulletin holds its first-ever Newsmakers of the Year Award as it celebrates its 124th anniversary at the Tent City of the Manila Hotel on Thursday, Feb. 15, 2024. Newsmakers of the Year recognized 10 personalities representing themselves or organizations that have captured...
Maynila Ballroom at The Manila Hotel; interiors of the National Musuem with the author (Photos by Mark Steven Perez) Living in Manila is like being in a long-term relationship: filled with history, highs, and lows, and, ultimately, a love that endures. Before World War II, Manila was hailed as the...
Following the release of his first full-length album “Do It,” Korean singer-songwriter Youngjae will be returning to Manila to hold his solo concert. The GOT7 member will stage his “2024 Youngjae Asia Tour: Inside Out” concert in the Philippines on Feb. 24 at the New Frontier Theater....
Razon-led Manila Water Co., Inc. exceeded its service connection target last year. The East Zone concessionaire said that the company recorded 23,701 new domestic connections from January to November 2023, surpassing its full-year goal of 19,898. “As early as November 2023, Manila Water has...
Senator Grace Poe says the winning bidder for the operations and maintenance of the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) and Manila International Airport Authority (MIAA) is set to face a "herculean task". Poe, who chairs the Senate Committee on Public Services, welcomed on Friday, Feb. 16 the...
MOST VALUABLE PLAYERS From left, front row: Camille Enriquez, Bhreyanne Reyes, Jeremy Cabrera, Kelly Jaudian, Jim Timbreza, Derren Dela Cruz; from left, behind: Adrian Reyes, John Michael Piga, Jessie Cuyco, and Noel De Guia (Photo Dix Photography and Design Studio) It has long been debated whether...
