The painful legacy of ‘law and order’ treatment of addiction in jail
by Renuka Rayasam KFF Health News JASPER — Megan Dunn, who has struggled with addiction since her teens, points to the moment her life went “deeply downhill.” After dropping out…
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[COLUMN] Sedentary death
ARE we on a suicide mission? The way many of us abuse our body with bad diet, tobacco, alcohol, drugs, and other unhealthy behaviors, makes one wonder if we have…
The Philippine Travel Mart: Showcasing the Best of Philippine Tourism for 34 Years
[Makati City, July 27, 2023] – The Philippine Tour Operators Association (PHILTOA) is set to stage the 34th Philippine Travel Mart (PTM), the biggest annual fair focused on promoting popular…
Department of Tourism positions Philippines as one of Asia’s most LGBT-friendly destinations
Department of Tourism (DOT) Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco unveiled the Marcos Administration’s plans and programs aimed at inclusive tourism development, and towards positioning the Philippines as one of Asia’s most…
Philippines, Cebu, and Palawan nominated for International Travel Awards
The United Kingdom’s longest-running travel magazine has again recognized the Philippines this year, with nominations as the Most Desirable Country (The Philippines), Most Desirable Region (Cebu), and Most Desirable Island…
CCA Manila, DA-PhilRice, and IRRI partner to develop Malusog Rice recipes for Nutrition Month
The country’s top culinary school, CCA Manila, in collaboration with the Department of Agriculture-Philippine Rice Research Institute (DA-PhilRice) and the International Rice Research Institute (IRRI), is proud to announce a…
[COLUMN] Facts and trivia
HOW many cells do we have in our body? The figures often quoted are between 50 to 75 trillion cells. The average life span of the cells: red blood cells,…
[COLUMN] Summer: A time of renewal
Greetings! It’s summertime! I hope you’re enjoying it! It’s that time to go on vacation with family and friends, watch some good movies, relax in the backyard, read a fascinating…
[COLUMN] Breaking stereotypes: Skincare is for men too
IT may come as a surprise to some but skincare is for men too. I have been in this industry long enough to witness the beautiful reality that skincare is…
CDC to reduce funding for states’ child vaccination programs
by Andy Miller KFF Health News The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is reducing funding to states for child vaccination programs, according to an agency email obtained by KFF…
How health care may be affected by the high court’s affirmative action ruling
Doctors are concerned that a Supreme Court ruling issued June 29 will have far-reaching effects not only on the diversity of doctors and other care providers in training but ultimately…
[COLUMN] Fake medical info
SENIORS need less sleep Studies show that seniors need the same amount of sleep as other adults (7-9 hours each night), although they tend to wake up earlier because they…
As low-nicotine cigarettes hit the market, anti-smoking groups press for wider standard
by Don Thompson KFF Health News The idea seems simple enough. Preserve all the rituals of smoking: Light up a cigarette, inhale the smoke, including the nasty stuff that can…
#VisitCentralVisayas: TPB and DOT bring 11th Regional Travel Fair to Cebu
The Tourism Promotions Board (TPB) Philippines, the marketing and promotions arm of the Department of Tourism, is set to stage one of its flagship programs, the 11th Regional Travel Fair…
Marco Polo Plaza: A Meeting Destination
A landmark as your backdrop, outstanding culinary delights, and more than a decade’s worth of excellent service – these are just some of the compelling reasons why Marco Polo Plaza…
[COLUMN] Xenophobia against Asians since the pandemic by Yuri Kim
(ONCE a year, an essay competition is held at CSUN, amongst Asian American Studies and Education majors, as part of an endowment set up by Prosy Abarquez-Delacruz for her deceased mother, Asuncion Castro Abarquez and…
Weekend Buffet at Midas Hotel And Casino
Indulge and satisfy every cravings with Midas Cafe’s international buffet and Yanagi’s scrumptious Japanese buffet available every weekend for Php 1,500 nett per person. •Midas Cafe (Friday-Saturday) •Yanagi (Friday-Sunday) Lunch…
InLife launches campaign to support the arts, inspire Filipinos to dream big
Insular Life (InLife), the country’s first and largest Filipino-owned life insurer, is embarking on a new campaign to support Filipino arts. InLife Chief Marketing Officer Gae L. Martinez said InLife’s…
An escape to the ‘90s: ‘Ang Huling El Bimbo The Musical’ opens at Newport World Resorts
This summer and beyond, Newport World Resorts is breaking out of the ordinary and creating epic experiences and adventures for everyone within one property. Escape into world-class entertainment as the…
Soulful Six: Celebrating Anya Experiences
Indulge in a soulful five-course dining experience.
FASO celebrates 15th anniversary with Filipino classics, music of APO Hiking Society
Welcomes special guests and Filipino music icons Jim Paredes and Boboy Garrovillo LOS ANGELES – The Filipino American Symphony Orchestra (FASO) will celebrate its 15th anniversary season with a one-of-a-kind…
The Young Voices of the Philippines performs at Carnegie Hall, US tour
THE Young Voices of the Philippines (YVP) is delighted to announce its participation in several choral events across the United States. This is a golden opportunity to showcase Philippine music…
Gastronomic gem: Kalye goes beyond Filipino street fare
IN the heart of New York City’s Lower East Side, lawyer-turned-restaurateur Rob Mallari D’Auria, and his husband, Henry, have embarked on an extraordinary journey. Their recently opened restaurant, Kalye, is…
Ehrlich Ocampo makes waves in Las Vegas earning recognition from Clark County Nevada
International Filipino performer and leviwand pioneer Ehrlich “Firechill” Ocampo accepted recognition from Clark County, Nevada last June 23 in an awarding ceremony at Fil-Am Central. Clark County Commissioner Tick Segerblom…
[COLUMN] Your queries
DO cellphone radiation shields work? No, the so-called “radiation shields” for cell phones do not work, and therefore are not effective in protecting the user from radiation, reports the FTC…
DOT’s enhanced branding is Philippines’ Love Letter to the world
MANILA, Philippines—On the celebration of the golden year of the Department of Tourism (DOT), President Ferdinand Marcos, Jr., together with Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco and other officials, led the unveiling…
Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel: The Exhibition
Step into the grandeur of the Sistine Chapel and experience Michelangelo’s masterpieces up close and personal right here in Manila! A first in Southeast Asia, ATIN Global Inc. and SEE…
Trailblazing Filipino Shoe Designer Is Proud Miss Filipina International Sponsor
Jojo Bragais, the young Filipino shoe designer and entrepreneur who made a fashion coup when his quality platform high-heel shoes were worn by the candidates in the 2023 Miss Universe…
Break free from the summer heat and book our Mid-Year Room Promo for an ultimate relaxation treat!
Break free from the summer heat and book our Mid-Year Room Promo for an ultimate relaxation treat! Php 5,500 nett – Deluxe Room Php 6,800 nett – Executive Room Inclusions:…
Filipino Americans celebrate PH 125th Independence Day
MoTHER Movement leads event Filipino-Americans converged last Monday, June 12, to celebrate the 125th anniversary of the Philippine Independence Day. Led by International MoTHER Movement (IMM), the event was held…