Fall in love with these fall makeup trends
Some weeks ago we welcomed the Fall season with an article on hairstyles. Today, we tackle another one of my fortes—and a sought-after subject for women—the latest makeup trends. I…
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Being human
I’VE always wondered what “human formation” is in regards to training men to become priests. I understand the spiritual, intellectual, and pastoral formation, but I couldn’t quite grasp human formation….
Are you a candidate for a stroke?
IN the United States, one person is diagnosed with a stroke every 40 seconds. This dreaded and debilitating illness is so common it victimizes more than 2,000 individuals each day…
Painting skin discoloration in a different light
by Imee Ong-Maghanoy AS a skincare specialist, I’ve heard the most common misconceptions anybody can say about skin discoloration: ‘Only older people get it,’ ‘Sunblock is the solution’, ‘fair-skinned people…
To forgive as he did
THE message of this Sunday’s Gospel is straightforward. It’s about forgiveness. When Peter asked Jesus how often he must forgive, Jesus answered, “not seven times, but seventy-seven times.” To expound…
John Lloyd Cruz and his ‘greatest nemesis’ – social media
Being a famous celebrity has its perks. And then there’s social media. But this is now the world we live in. We post photos of ourselves even in our most vulnerable moments,…
Virginia Mayo Policarpio: A Pinay at the zenith of cyber technology
The ever-changing trends in education and related technology careers constantly challenge computer science enthusiasts, practitioners, and jobs interconnected to STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math). In the U.S. alone, 9…
Lemonade for kidney stones
Nothing to date can dissolve kidney stones, in spite of various marketed herbal substances or “natural and home” remedy potion or pills that claim to be able to do so….
To be prophets for God’s kingdom of love, peace, and justice
LAST Sunday’s First Reading from the Book of Jeremiah is one of the powerful biblical passages that I’ve encountered regarding one’s prophetic role. Realizing that the Lord duped him to…
Hayden Kho and Vicki Belo: Their bumpy ride to a happily ever after
There’s a well known proverb in Tagalog that’s been said so many times yet its meaning still rings true: “Sa hinaba haba ng prusisyon, sa simbahan din ang tuloy.” Loosely translated in English as, “no matter how long the ‘road’ seems,…
Heart chelation: a scam
What is Chelation Therapy? Chelation Therapy is an accepted treatment for poisoning by many metals (like lead, cadmium, arsenic, zinc, etc.) and other toxic substances. These chelating agents “cleanse” the…
FIA confers Empowerment Awards to a batch of recipients of distinction
While education fuels man to strive even farther beyond and his objective inspiringly motivates him to aspire for higher goals, it is society and the community where he lives that…
When the baby turns into a lady: A chat with my favorite mother-daughter tandem
THEY say one of the most precious moments a woman could ever have is to be a mother. It changes you from within and you’ll never look at life the…
12 truths about sleep
We do not need sleep False. While science cannot be certain that every animal sleeps, evidence says that most of those in the animal kingdom do. Sleep is very important,…
Addressing the restless heart
AS I reside with young men and teach them the ways to preach the Gospel and lead God’s people as future priests, I get insights on who they are and…
The 5th Annual Binibining Pilipinas USA Pageant winners crowned
REDONDO Beach – Along with a spectacular evening of world class performances and star studded lineup, twenty (20) extraordinary young women, with an equally impressive group of nine teen candidates…
Bryan B. Magsayo takes a leap out of just being a YouTube sensation
The phenomenal advent of the internet, specifically YouTube, has remarkably taken full advantage of its consummate functionality and premeditated intention way beyond men’s wildest imagination. YouTube, an American video-sharing website…
Parenthood: A sacred covenant
“…Anything less makes the man nothing but a selfish egocentric sperm donor and the woman only a cold and cruel human incubator.” Every child is a blessing from God, and…
Summer beauty tips
DUE to insistent public demand, I finally had the time to put up a piece for summer beauty tips. Today, I give you a special treat by answering some of…
2017 People’s Ball & Fiesta in America: An appraisal
Finally, the much-awaited summer event in the northeast is over…the month-long preparations were worth spent for…and the tensioning pressures were alleviated with finality. What a relief! The recently concluded three-day…
Superbug pandemic
While terrorism is holding peace hostage around the world today, a more rampant but under the radar killer is on the loose and becoming more widespread, wiping out lives, as…
Teaching by example: From aesthetician to aspiring health & beauty columnist
by Imee Ong-Maghanoy “THOSE who know, do. Those that understand, teach.” – Aristotle When people ask me why I do what I do, I always tell them that my calling…
On trusting God’s power
WE have another fascinating Gospel Reading (Matthew 14:-36) this Sunday. As the disciples were on a boat in the midst of fierce winds and waves, Jesus showed himself to them…
Amazing Southern California road trip destinations to try before summer ends
I HAD written this piece when the summer season officially began. I am sure everybody has taken a summer trip by now or has one planned before the season ends….
Aspirin: Anti-cancer?
Does aspirin protect us against cancer? Yes, according to clinical studies conducted on patients taking daily aspirin (Acetylsalicylic Acid) for conditions like arthritis, etc., or among heart patients taking aspirin…
In memory of my good friend, Alfie Lorenzo
THIRTY years ago, I would never have imagined such a beautiful soul fleeting out of existence; let alone write a tribute for him in my column. He is one of…
2017 People’s Ball Honorary Chairs and production dancers
The tense situation plus the Herculean task and responsibilities bestowed upon the shoulders of anybody dispensed with the task of organizing and managing an event left him fidgety, uptight, edgy, …
Beware of ‘sore eyes’
What is “sore eyes”? Sore eyes, medically known as conjunctivitis, is a highly contagious infection of the eyes, commonly cause by an adenovirus. There are several serotypes of adenoviruses. The…
Spotlight focus on world-class performers at the 2017 People’s Ball
While all roads will lead to the Hilton Meadowlands Hotel along Meadowlands Plaza in East Rutherford, New Jersey on Friday, August 11, 2017 at 7 PM for the 9th Grand…
Tanning salons and skin cancer
The United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued warning on the use of tanning beds at home and at tanning salons: tanning increases the risk for melanoma, a…