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Rinsing rice

I fed two takal of rice Into the newly washed pot. Scooped water for rinsing. Fumbled, stirred the seeds Of Tatay’s perspiration. Spilled the milky water. Poured out slowly until...

Play for Goals

Mens sana, in corpore sano. Few Filipino children would know what these words mean, but for good friends Chris Thomas and Quintin Pastrana, it was...

World Cup fever: Field wide open with Germany’s fall

One win and two losses. That was the Germany’s standing after it was eliminated on Day 14 of the World Cup. It was the first...

Football beneath the volcano

Members of the 9th Infantry Division of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) based in Bicol joined the children in the training, temporarily...

Football for humanity: the life and times of Christopher Thomas

In 1983, Paul McCartney—famous English singer-songwriter and member of the Beatles, acknowledged as the most influential rock band of the 20th century—shot a video...

Memories of the moving finger

I don’t know but I am almost running. My feet seem to drag me, unaware of the puddles scattered here and there like rivulets...

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Scientists warn vs. ‘indirect’ effect of tropical cyclones during the monsoon season

Tropical cyclones hundreds of kilometers away from the Philippines are often more responsible for heavy rainfall than those that hit the country directly during the annual “Habagat” or southwest monsoon season from July to September, according to new research. The findings undermine the widely-held public misconception that only...

Belle Group Champions Volunteerism at Brigada Eskwela 2025

The Belle Group recently reaffirmed its commitment to volunteerism and community service by actively participating in the Brigada Eskwela 2025, the Department of Education’s annual initiative to prepare public schools for the new academic year. Undeterred by heavy rains, employee volunteers from Belle Corporation (Belle), Premium Leisure Corp.,...

2GO Moves The Mind Museum’s Mind Rover to Puerto Princesas

Manila, Philippines, 14 July 2025 — 2GO, the Philippines’ largest logistics and sea travel provider, has once again partnered with The Mind Museum to bring the wonders of science closer to the islands. This time, the collaboration takes the Mind Rover to Puerto Princesa, Palawan. As part of...

URC appoints new chief marketing officer who will oversee regional brands push

Universal Robina Corp. (URC) has named seasoned marketer Karen Ong as its new Chief Marketing Officer, bringing in a highly experienced and reliable hand as it seeks to further expand its brands footprint in the region. Karen has over two decades of experience with various multinational firms. She...

Hop on the Espresso Express at SM Southmall

Las Piñas City – If you’re always on the hunt for your next favorite café or just looking for an excuse to sip something new, SM Southmall has you covered. From July 9 to 20, head over to The Concourse (UGL) and catch the Espresso Express—a 12-day...

Enchanted Kingdom levels up Eldar the Wizard’s special day with Mega Birthday Bash

Enchanted Kingdom, the first and only world-class theme park in the Philippines, brings more magic and fun for its 30th year with the month-long birthday celebration of its iconic character, Eldar the Wizard this July. As part of The Enchanted Story of Eldar the Wizard campaign, EK honors...

Two Consecutive Years of Outstanding Financial Governance

The City Government of San Pedro has been awarded a back-to-back Unmodified Opinion by the Commission on Audit (COA) for Fiscal Years 2023 and 2024—the best auditing mark granted by the Commission. This recognition affirms the City's steadfast commitment to transparency, accountability, and sound fiscal management. As another...

First Installed 1.5T Helium-Free MRI from Siemens Healthineers in Perpetual Help Medical Center – Las Piñas

Perpetual Help Medical Center – Las Piñas (PHMC-LP) and Siemens Healthineers mark a milestone in healthcare innovation with the recent inauguration of the first installed MAGNETOM Flow.Plus 1.5T MRI in the country. The MAGNETOM Flow is a virtually helium-free1 1.5 tesla (T) magnetic resonance imaging MRI from Siemens...

Get ready for Mang Inasal’s Pork BBQ Blowout on July 23

Mang Inasal, the Philippines’ Grill Expert, is set to delight grilled food lovers with its Pork BBQ Blowout happening  this July 23 (Tuesday). For one day only, customers nationwide can enjoy the brand’s two-piece pork barbecue with rice and spiced vinegar for just ₱50, available from store...

How PNB Financial Center and PNB Makati Center reflect the enduring brilliance of two of the country’s architectural titans

In any discussion about iconic office spaces in the country, no conversation would be complete without the PNB Financial Center in Pasay and the PNB Makati Center along Ayala Avenue. Behind these properties are Gabriel Formoso and Carlos Arguelles, two of the most legendary names in Philippine...

Chamber of Cosmetics Industry of the Philippines announces Cosmeticon Year 3: A deep dive into product safety assessment

The Chamber of Cosmetics Industry of the Philippines (CCIP) proudly announces the return of its highly anticipated annual event, Cosmeticon Year 3, scheduled this August 28th, 8am-5pm at the F1 Hotel, BGC. This year's event will focus on the critical and ever-evolving field of Product Safety Assessment,...

The Unexpected Joy of Dining at Sogo Food Restaurant

As someone who’s always on the hunt for great food in unexpected places, I recently stumbled upon a surprisingly delightful discovery: Sogo Food Restaurant yes, the new in-house dining concept by none other than Hotel Sogo. For over 30 years, Hotel Sogo has been a well-known name in...