[COLUMN] Medical gems
SIBO Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) is a not too well-known disease entity that is becoming more evident and more popular. The symptoms are gastrointestinal in nature: sense of epigastric…
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Film Heritage building to rise, boost PH film tourism
Makati, Philippines—A Film heritage building will soon rise in the historic Walled City of Intramuros in Manila as the Department of Tourism (DOT) and its infrastructure arm, Tourism Infrastructure and…
Access Travel Celebrates 12 Years of Pioneering Female Leadership and Tourism Excellence
As the pulse of travel beats stronger, 7 in 10 Filipinos are gearing up for overseas adventures, according to a recent study by GrabAds. With this trend, Access Travel emerges…
GOLDEN LAYERS KATHY & KATHY X DEMI PADUA
GOLDEN LAYERS KATHY & KATHY X DEMI PADUA Limited Collector’s Edition Pt 1 GOLDEN LAYERS Vlhere Tradition and Contemporary Design Unite Golden Layers is a fortuitous collaboration between two…
Sheraton Manila Hotel Introduces New Executive Chef Andrea Burzio with S Kitchen’s Pranzo & Cena: Italian Family Feasts
Sheraton Manila Hotel is proud to introduce its new Executive Chef, the culinary virtuoso Andrea Burzio, alongside the launch of Pranzo & Cena: Italian Family Feasts, a remarkable culinary journey…
[COLUMN] Still finding your best angle? A chin enhancement can give you the perfect angle anywhere you look
Are you one of those who positions her face to that one flattering angle every time (and I mean, EVERY time) she had her picture taken? And you wished you…
[COLUMN] The rippling waters of giving to others and reaching beyond ourselves
Part I of II “WE were sent here to search for the light of Easter in our hearts, and when we find it we are meant to give it away…
Filipino sensation Vina Morales joins the Broadway cast of Here Lies Love
Morales makes her broadway debut in one month limited guest engagement until Sunday, October 22 Popular Filipino actress Vina Morales makes her Broadway debut on Friday, September 22 in Here Lies…
[COLUMN] Raping Mother Earth
OUR planet would be at an imminent grave risk of being destroyed, if global warming, more appropriately termed climate change, continues unabated. Although controversial and like the multitudes of problems…
Journey into the physical and virtual worlds in CCP 21AM’s Bisita Planeta Exhibit
The Cultural Center of the Philippines, through its Visual Arts and Museum Division, presents “Bisita Planeta,” an interactive generative audio composition that can only be listened to in its contrapuntal…
DOT’s Bisita, Be My Guest program awards first raffle winners
MANILA, Philippines—Department of Tourism (DOT) Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco on Sunday (Sept. 17) congratulated the first set of winners in the online referral tourism program, Bisita, Be My Guest (BBMG). “On behalf…
The 20th Grand Wine Experience
The 20th Grand Wine Experience is more than just a wine and spirits event. It is a celebration of life, a toast to the future, and a tribute to the…
Sheraton Manila Hotel Jumpstarts Fifth Anniversary Countdown with “Sundown Soiree: An Intimate Merenda Gathering”
Sheraton Manila Hotel, known as “The World’s Gathering Place,” marked the commencement of its exciting countdown to its fifth anniversary with a spectacular event dubbed, “Sundown Soiree: An Intimate Merenda…
Fresh artistic talents featured in Rama Hari Rerun
A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity came knocking on the doors of young dancers from the regions Crizza Jayne Acosta Urmeneta, Alyanna Dexel Torte, Chris Jay Malipot, Maron Mabana, and Erica Patoc as…
Arima by Park Inn by Radisson Bacolod Presents “The Great Bowl of Asia” – a one-of-a-kind Culinary Journey to Satisfy Your Asian Cravings
Arima by Park Inn by Radisson Bacolod invites you on an exciting culinary adventure with the “The Great Bowl of Asia.” Prepare to indulge your senses and embark on a…
Why the CDC has recommended new COVID boosters for all
Everyone over the age of 6 months should get the latest COVID-19 booster, a federal expert panel recommended on Tuesday, Sept. 12 after hearing an estimate that universal vaccination could…
Carson to celebrate Larry Itliong Day on October 28
CARSON — The City of Carson and various organizations will join the entire community in honoring the life’s work and legacy of Larry Itliong — a Filipino-American labor leader and…
McDonald’s offering a $0.50 double cheeseburger for National Cheeseburger Day
CHICAGO – McDonald’s is known for serving up delicious, craveable cheeseburgers every day. In honor of National Cheeseburger Day on Sept. 18, the Golden Arches is celebrating with double the…
[COLUMN] On compassion and forgiveness
We’re not all “finished products”; we’re all in the process of growing in maturity. Everyone struggles with a “shadow” — the unconscious, repressed, and often darker aspects of one’s personality…
Savoring wellness: ‘We Cook Filipino’ puts heart health on the menu
Savoring wellness: ‘We Cook Filipino’ puts heart health on the menu Heart disease, a pervasive concern in Filipino-American communities, serves as the poignant backdrop to Jacqueline Chio-Lauri’s culinary odyssey. Her…
Pinais na Pinaputok (Seabass, Vegetables and Rice Baked in Banana Leaf)
This recipe combines elements of pinais (cooking in a pouch) and pinaputok (filling the cavity of a whole fish with stuffing). PREPARATION TIME 30 minutes YIELD 4 servings Ingredients: ¾…
Vegan Bicol Express (Spicy Squash and Jackfruit Stew in Coconut Milk)
Some believe that Bicol Express, a creamy, fiery pork stew, has its origins in a Bicolano vegetable dish called gulay na lada (vegetable with chili peppers). Legend has it, however,…
Elder abuse: Combating injustice
by Annie Walters Social Security Public Affairs Specialist in Nevada Elder abuse is the intentional mistreatment or harming of an older person. An older person is defined by the Social…
5 benefits you can apply for using SSA.gov
We continue to make it easier for you to access our programs and benefits. Our website offers a convenient way to apply for benefits online. Here are 5 ways you…
[COLUMN] The new vaccine
THE resurgence of COVID-19 in the form of its new strains, XBB.1.5, EG.5, FL.1.5.1, and the highly mutated BA.2.86 (Pirola), with 18,871 hospitalized from August 27 to September 2, 2023,…
Philippine Hotel Owners Association member hotels recognized at World Travel Awards 2023
Several member hotels of the Philippine Hotel Owners Association (PHOA) received awards across different categories during the World Travel Awards (WTA) Asia and Oceania Gala Ceremony 2023 held on September…
Paris welcomes Daily Malong at 2023 Fashion Week
PARIS – Daily Malong, a name in the Filipino fashion industry, is proud to announce its presence at 2023 Paris Fashion Week, where it will introduce its vibrant new collection,…
Pfizer and Moderna are pushing the new COVID booster. Should you get it? The CDC is about to decide
A small percentage of Americans got the most recent COVID-19 booster shot, and even fewer probably realize the federal government is preparing to recommend yet another shot as early as…
[COLUMN] Don’t give up, keep going!
“What’s the secret to happiness?” a friend of mine asked his Japanese friend, who is a professor of Japanese literature in Hawaii. “Ganbatte kudasai,” the professor answered, adding, “It means…
