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Jeepney phaseout: Modernization for whom?

by Michelle Lado Last March 17, various jeepney drivers and operators in the country conducted a transport strike to protest the PUV modernization program of...

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Primus Inter Pares

by Joel Pablo Salud The bosses one gets to laugh with from time to time, share a drink or two even in the thick of...

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Just what the doctor proscribed

by Marie Yuvienco The judge, rather. Ignorance of the law excuses no one from complying therewith is the bedrock of practically all legal systems of...

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Book of the Week

On education and seduction: a harvest of prose

by Joel Pablo Salud, Manila Critics Circle There’s a growing fan base on the lookout for nonfiction books these days, and not without good cause:...

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Poetry

The Measure of A Man

By Jonathan Aquino I. Any fool can carry a weapon and even a coward can kill. I told the warrior as he rose, drawing his sword as I sat...

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Writing in the Age of Tokhang: Message to the Fellows of the recently-concluded 57th U.P. National Writers Workshop for Mid-Career Authors

by Rolando B. Tolentino *Photos used with permission from Likhaan: University of the Philippines Institute of Creative Writing. Vlad Gonzales is this year's director of the...

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Lifestyle

Graphic contributor wins two Binhi Awards

Philippines Graphic contributing writer Henrylito D. Tacio bagged twin honors at the recently concluded Binhi Awards of the Philippine Agricultural Journalists (PAJ). The annual awards,...

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Lifestyle

by Rene Sebastian ACROSS 1. Stanza 5. Mate 11. South Dakota State 14. Lake Albert Negro 15. Foreign diplomatic offices 17. Incite 18. Staple food 19. One memo (2 wds.) 20. Elysium 22. Fence steps 23. ...

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Cash-on-Delivery, fueling the growth of online retail

by Ofri Kadosh In today’s digital shift, Filipinos are getting more hooked up with purchasing products and services online. In fact, the user penetration is at...

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Kitsho’s summer of freshness

by Psyche Roxas-Mendoza With a welcoming smile and the tinkle of a bell, a seated Chef Masahiro “Hiro” Mizumoto beckons guests to enter one of...

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Thai SELECT Festival 2025 Grand Finale Shines at Shangri-La Grand Atrium

The much-anticipated grand finale of the Thai SELECT Festival 2025 took place last July 20 at the prestigious Grand Atrium of Shangri-La Plaza, bringing together authentic Thai flavors and vibrant culture in one spectacular event. The festival showcased eight Thai SELECT certified restaurants, each representing the rich and...

900 college freshmen receive scholarships from SM Foundation

SM Foundation, the social good arm of the SM Group, awarded 900 new college scholarships during a ceremony held at the SMX Convention Center in Pasay City on July 20, 2025. The scholarship provides full tuition coverage, monthly allowances, and access to various activities and opportunities designed to...

Fortune Life Rewards Top Performers with Japan and Boracay Getaways

Celebrating its ruby milestone year, Fortune Life honored outstanding annual awardees with exciting incentive trips to two premier destinations: the cultural gem of Japan and the tropical haven of Boracay in May 2025. EXPLORING JAPAN AND ITS RICH CULTURE In Fukuoka, the group explored historic landmarks including the Fukuoka...

New Study: Nutrition Supplement Helps Undernourished and At-Risk Children Grow Taller, Build Stronger Bones and More Muscle, and Have Fewer Sick Days

A new randomized controlled trial shows Abbott’s PediaSure® Plus helps undernourished children achieve height growth, greater muscle and other health improvements. PediaSure Plus with PeptiGro System – the new formulation used in the study – is now available in the Philippines to support children’s optimal growth MANILA, Philippines, 15...

The Bullet Wakes from Its Cruel Shell

I dance through air with a deadly grace. Yet mourn the lives I cannot replace. Once a vessel of power, now burdened with guilt, I pierced through dreams, where innocence wilt. A mother's love fades into the night, Leaving children alone, lost in their light. A father’s laugh, now echoes in vain, His children...

The One-Night Stand at the Frankfurt Book Fair

Maribel glanced at her plane seat, grateful that she had the aisle seat and only one seat beside her. Her seat mate was a young woman who had her ear buds on. Maribel was grateful for that, too; she didn’t have to chitchat with her. After making...

AICON PH 2025: The Biggest AI Learning Event in the Country

On July 23, 2025, the SMX Convention Center Aura in Bonifacio Global City will become the hub of the country’s AI conversation as AICON PH 2025 brings together decision-makers, professionals, educators, and students for a full day of learning, collaboration, and community. Now on its 10th year, what...

BSP, BDO Foundation launch new e-learning modules

As part of a shared mission to make financial education accessible to more Filipinos, the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) and BDO Foundation launched six new financial education e-learning modules. These modules complete the target of both organizations to produce a total of nine that are accessible...

Over 5,000 families to initially benefit from CMP revival

More than 5,000 families are set to benefit from the revival of the Community Mortgage Program (CMP), in line with President Ferdinand Marcos, Jr.’s directive to implement pro-poor and people-centric programs. This development follows the approval from Department of Human Settlements and Urban Development (DHSUD) Secretary Jose Ramon...

Savor Authentic Flavors at Watami Japanese Casual Restaurant

Step into Watami, the Philippines’ beloved Japanese casual dining destination where tradition meets innovation in every dish. Since opening its first Manila branch, Watami has become synonymous with warm hospitality, exquisite craftsmanship, and an approachable menu that invites diners to explore Japan’s rich culinary heritage—no passport required. A...

Etiqa Philippines Launches Takaful: A New Era of Ethical Protection

MANILA, Philippines — Etiqa Philippines, a leading player in life and general insurance and a member of the esteemed Maybank Group, officially launched Takaful following the successful completion of its regulatory and product approval milestones. The Grand Launch Event was held on 10 July 2025, at 6:00...

Platinum Karaoke Unveils the Platinum Soundscape Concept Store at SM Makati to Celebrate 25 Years of Filipino Innovation in Music and Entertainment

July 18, 2025 - In celebration of its 25th anniversary, Platinum Karaoke, the Philippines’ homegrown leader in karaoke segment, opens the doors to its first-ever platinum soundscape Concept Store at SM Makati Cyberzone. This is a pioneering retail space that elevates how Filipinos and music lovers around...

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