[COLUMN] A house of prayer for all people
Our First Reading from the Book of Isaiah (Isaiah 56:1, 6-7) states: “My house shall be a house of prayer for all people.” These words are placed at the front…
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Cebu Pacific Launches Manila – Da Nang Flight with Piso Sale
Cebu Pacific (PSE: CEB), the Philippines’ leading airline, is launching its newest destination—Da Nang, Vietnam—with its signature Piso Sale. Starting December 7, 2023, CEB’s Manila to Da Nang flights will…
SOHO International Film Festival opens Sept. 14 with record 95-plus World and US premieres
The 2023 SOHO International Film Festival (SIFFNYC), which opens on September 14, will have record 35 world premieres, 6 US premieres, 32 Northeast premieres and 29 New York premieres. The…
Cultural Center of the Philippines out of the box series: Figaro! Figaro!! Presents tagalized abridged operas
Back-to-back abridged versions of Gioachino Rossini’s The Barber of Seville and Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s The Marriage of Figaro take the centerstage in the second installment of the CCP Out-Of-The-Box Series, the newest program of…
DOT, NCIP ink partnership to empower indigenous peoples, protect and promote cultural heritage through tourism
The Department of Tourism (DOT) and the National Commission on Indigenous Peoples (NCIP) forged a formal agreement Wednesday (Aug. 16) in a bid to create a strategic partnership between the…
Experience FairPrice’s Singapore-quality products at Singaporium 2023
More Filipinos will soon have a taste of Singapore-quality products. FairPrice, a well-established and respected brand in Singapore, is making its first stop in the Philippines with the launch of…
Rainy Day Bliss Room Promo
Embrace the Rainy Day Bliss and book with comfort when you stay with us. Php 5,500 nett – Deluxe Room Php 6,800 nett – Executive Room Inclusions: •Buffet Breakfast…
Ely Buendia Live to Headline Tanduay Bacolod Rum Festival Concert
Bacolod City, Philippines – Music enthusiasts are in for an electrifying and nostalgic experience as Ely Buendia Live takes the spotlight at the Tanduay Rum Festival concert on August 19….
Philtoa’s 4th General Membership Meeting Celebrates Love for the Philippines
The tour operators association welcomes new members as it prepares for the 34th Philippine Travel Mart, the largest travel fair in the country 10 August 2023–Lauding efforts by the country’s…
Book Direct Freebies at Midas Hotel And Casino
Book directly on best available rates at our Midas website and get a FREE Signature Orange Umbrella per booking. (Until supplies last) Booking & Stay Dates: August 1, 2023…
Anika Braganza shines bright in ‘The Great Gatsby – The Immersive Show’
Anika Braganza, a talented Filipino-American actress and singer, has made her off-Broadway debut in “The Great Gatsby – The Immersive Show.” Her journey into the world of immersive theater was…
Rising star Jillian Abaya takes audiences on a captivating journey in ‘The Great Gatsby – The Immersive Show ‘
Step into the Jazz Age wonderland of “The Great Gatsby” and get enchanted by the stellar performance of Jillian Anne Abaya. As the talented Filipino-American actor graces the immersive off-Broadway…
DOT inaugurates first Tourist Rest Area in Mindanao; Frasco bares plan to build 15 more TRAs across the country
MANOLO FORTICH, Bukidnon—In a move to further spur tourism development in Mindanao, the Department of Tourism (DOT), led by Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco, has formally inaugurated the first Tourist Rest…
All Filipino cast makes Broadway history with ‘Here Lies Love’
‘Here Lies Love’ stirs emotions, controversy IN a groundbreaking and historic feat, Broadway is witnessing the rise of “Here Lies Love,” an immersive theater spectacle that boldly shatters boundaries with…
Filipino American art exhibition celebrates rich cultural heritage and diversity
Los Angeles, California – We are thrilled to announce the opening of a groundbreaking Filipino American Art Exhibition, showcasing the vibrant and diverse artistic expressions of the Filipino American community….
[COLUMN] Exion RF microneedling: iSkin introduces its newest age-defying innovation
Heads up! THIS is HUGE. ISkin has a “new swag” and it is making waves (pun-intended) for all the right reasons. Introducing: The EXION RF Microneedling! BTL Aesthetics coined it…
[COLUMN] Metabolic syndrome
THE epidemic of childhood obesity, which obviously parallels the incidence among adults, has contributed to the explosion of metabolic syndrome, the most common cause of major illnesses our society faces…
In older adults, a little excess weight isn’t such a bad thing
by Judith Graham KFF Health News MILLIONS of people enter later life carrying an extra 10 to 15 pounds, weight they’ve gained after having children, developing joint problems, becoming less…
[COLUMN] An understanding heart
“Give your servant, therefore, an understanding heart to judge your people and to distinguish right from wrong. For who is able to govern this vast people of yours?” These are…
[COLUMN] The epidemic of loneliness in America
December 31, 2015. I was visiting the Philippines with my parents and twin daughters, who just graduated from university. It was New Year’s Eve, one of the most festive times…
Elevating the voices of invisible people
by Sunita Sohrabji Ethnic Media Services BURBANK — The SCAN Foundation held its first summit here July 19 for the organization’s new initiative: Advancing Health Equity in Aging. The foundation…
[COLUMN] On patience, resilience and hope
Incarnation is blessed! Our parish is vibrant, faith-filled, and active. Many people have returned to in-person Mass after the pandemic. New ministries have sprung up; old ministries have blossomed. Our…
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…
[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…