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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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Essay

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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Essay

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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Lux Life

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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Landco Pacific Corporation Champions Education and Sustainability through its Adopt-a-Scholar Program

Batangas youth empowered to become future leaders in hospitality Landco Pacific Corporation, a pioneer in premium leisure and sustainable seaside developments for over 30 years, deepens its commitment to community development through its Adopt-a-Scholar Program. This is an initiative that provides long-term support to underprivileged yet deserving youth...

IKEA Philippines Partners with Stratworks to Build Stronger Local Connections

Stratworks, a leading integrated marketing communications agency in the Philippines, is proud to announce its partnership with IKEA Philippines — the local arm of the global home furnishings brand committed to creating “a better everyday life for the many people.” In choosing Stratworks, IKEA Philippines sought a partner...

SM Group ramps up aid to families affected by monsoon rains, typhoons

In the wake of continuous rains and widespread flooding brought by Severe Tropical Storms Crising, Dante, Typhoon Emong, and the southwest monsoon, SM Foundation rolled out its Operation Tulong Express (OPTE) to provide immediate relief to affected communities across the country. In partnership with SM Supermalls and SM Markets, the...

Visa advances tourism and financial inclusion with contactless MRT-3 payments

Contactless fare collection across MRT-3 could potentially boost ridership by up to 10%, supporting tourism, digital inclusion, and economic growth in the Philippines Philippines, July 28, 2025 – Visa (NYSE: V), a global leader in digital payments, is driving economic growth and promoting tourism and financial inclusion...

PUMA Rolls Out Exclusive Promos and Speedcat Colorway to Celebrate New JD Store Opening at Glorietta

Manila, Philippines (July 28, 2025)— PUMA brings dynamic energy to elevate the experience at the new JD Sports store opening at Glorietta, Makati. To celebrate the store opening, PUMA is offering special deals, promos, and a new store-exclusive colorway of the PUMA Speedcat. PUMA opened a pop-up at...

Eternal Chapels marks 8 years in service

Eternal Chapels and Mortuary Services, the chapel and mortuary brand under the Eternal Group, celebrates eight years of dedicated service today, July 29, 2025, marking a journey rooted in legacy, driven by vision, and guided by compassion. Before the passing of the group’s beloved founder, Ambassador Antonio L....

“For workers, the 4th SONA of President Ferdinand Marcos, Jr. is a big letdown”—FFW

“Thumbs down,” said Arta Maines, president of a semiconductor union in Laguna. Maines attended the Federation of Free Workers (FFW) State of the Nation (SONA) watch party in Manila. “Nakakalungkot, nakakapanghina. Walang pakialam sa manggagawa, eh ,” said Maines. “The President missed it. He admitted that there has been growth...

Hope takes center stage as the Philippines welcomes the first-ever CyberKnife® technology, officially launched today

In a press and media conference led by Dr. Beaver Tamesis, President and Chief Executive Officer of Asian Hospital, Dr. Tamesis said, “We have to make sure that we actually brought something new, different, for our patients, that we actually make their lives better. It's about time,...

Discovery Samal Introduces a Taste of Island Sophistication at The Bistro

Discovery Samal continues to define the art of indulgence with The Bistro, a refined dining concept nestled beside its tranquil villa pool. Surrounded by the lush greenery of the island and kissed by the gentle sea breeze, The Bistro offers a serene yet sumptuous escape for discerning...

PAGCOR sends Php30M in relief aid to storm-hit families

The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) has released over Php30.41 million worth of food and non-food aid to communities devastated by the recent onslaught of heavy rains and floods in the country. The state gaming agency reported that as of Saturday, July 26, a total of 33,250...

Simple acts to #SpreadSocialGood: How you can make a difference

We might not know it, but it’s the little things that make a big difference during the toughest of times. If you’re eager to support your community but are not sure how to begin, start here. These simple, meaningful ideas can help you make a real difference. 1. Spread...

Home Credit, SIGMA Empower Cavite Youth through Muay Thai

Taguig City, Philippines | July 25, 2025 – Home Credit Philippines, the country’s leading consumer finance company, has successfully concluded its second year of partnership with the Self-Defense & Independent Guardian Martial Arts (SIGMA) sports clinic, culminating in a Muay Thai Summer Sports Clinic. In a move...

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