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Alma Anonas-Carpio

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...

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...

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...

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:...

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...

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...

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,...

Crossword48

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. ...

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...

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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Ajinomoto Philippines Brings the “I Love Veggie-Licious” Caravan to More  Communities

Continuing its mission to make healthy eating fun, practical, and delicious for Filipino  families Pasig City, Philippines – August 20, 2025 – Ajinomoto Philippines Corporation (APC)  remains dedicated to bringing the joy of vegetable cooking and healthy eating to more  Filipino homes as it continues the roll out...

A Practical Guide to Managing your Finances during Ghost Month

MANILA, PH – August 2025– Ghost Month, or the seventh lunar month, is a time of deep-rooted traditions and beliefs in the Philippines. It is believed that this is the time when the gates of the underworld are open, and spirits roam the Earth. While it is...

Hilton Manila Newport World Resorts Celebrates 28-Medal Triumph at the Philippine Culinary Cup 2025

The hotel’s culinary team earns the highest number of medals and takes second place overall, showcasing talent, innovation, and commitment to culinary excellence MANILA, PHILIPPINES, August 2025 — Hilton Manila Newport World Resorts proudly announces its outstanding performance at the Philippine Culinary Cup 2025, held from August 6-9...

Perfect photos made effortless with vivo X200 FE’s AI Image Studio

MANILA, PHILIPPINES - You know the feeling: you take a photo that is good but not quite perfect. Maybe the angle is off, the frame feels too tight, or a reflection sneaks in. Normally, you’d need to download different editing apps just to fix these little flaws. With...

Five reasons why World Kitchens is the “it” place to be

Share a meal you'll never forget at Gateway Mall 2's hottest and latest dining destination Inspired by the comfort food of the world, WORLD KITCHENS is a one-of-a-kind, first-of-its-kind 5-star dining destination created by Singapore’s food and beverage guru Andrew Tan Hock Lai. With 15 show kitchens and...

NBDB brings reading advocates to Iloilo for annual Book Nook Conference

Reading space advocates, educators, storytellers, and artists will converge in Iloilo City from August 20-22, 2025, for the annual “Book Nook” Conference to address book accessibility and educational challenges across the Philippines. Organized by the National Book Development Board (NBDB), the three-day conference is billed as “Sug-álaw: A...

Hotel Okura Manila Introduces Kisetsu Weekday Lunch Buffet at Yawaragi

Pasay City, Philippines — August 12, 2025 — Hotel Okura Manila is pleased to launch the Kisetsu Weekday Lunch Buffet at Yawaragi, responding to growing requests from local guests for a more flexible, buffet-style dining experience during lunch hours. Unlike traditional buffets, the Kisetsu offering is à la...

SM expands entertainment ecosystem to capture emerging consumer demand

PASAY CITY, Philippines, August 20, 2025 — SM Investments Corporation (SM Investments), the parent company of the SM group recently shared that it is strengthening its entertainment ecosystem across its portfolio to meet and possibly capture the growing demand for experiences among younger Filipino consumers. “At SM, we...

Mang Inasal brings flavor, fun, and communityto Spartan Race Philippines

Mang Inasal, the Philippines’ Grill Expert, is redefining what it means to be a partner in sports. Across Bataan, Tarlac, Imus, and Laguna, the brand has fueled nearly 20,000 Spartan racers with its signature Chicken Inasal, Pork BBQ, and Extra Creamy Halo-Halo, while turning post-race zones into...

Shopee Expands the Shopee Tatak Pinoy Program with the Launch of Sibol Accelerator for MSMEs

Launched as part of Shopee’s 10th anniversary, the pilot program offers tools, mentorship, and growth support to help Filipino MSMEs thrive online August 20, 2025, MANILA, Philippines – Shopee, the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia, Taiwan, and Brazil, today announced the launch of a new accelerator program...

Take Big Leaps and Aspire More with PC-Like Performance and Nature-Like PaperMatte Display of the Sleek, Lightweight HUAWEI MatePad 11.5 (2025), Arriving Soon in...

Manila, Philippines (August 18, 2025) — In a world that moves fast and demands more, HUAWEI introduces its latest tablet innovation to help take ambitions to greater heights, the HUAWEI MatePad 11.5 (2025). This powerful, portable partner is built to match users’ pace and help them achieve...

A Decade Of Responsible Hospitality & Modern Family Comforts : Novotel Manila Araneta City Rolls Out Exciting “Drive, Dine & Dream” Raffle

As a gesture of gratitude for a decade of trust, Novotel Manila Araneta City invites guests to celebrate its 10th anniversary through a grand raffle featuring international stays, curated culinary experiences, a brand-new car, and dream-worthy rewards. A decade ago, the first Novotel brand of Accor in the...