COVID-19 vax confusion
In the United States, the new changes in the policies for COVID-19 vaccines brought on by Health Secretary Robert J. Kennedy, Jr., have created misunderstanding and confusion among the American people and even…
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Valiant Voices: How a Non-Auditioned Choir Brings St. Genevieve to the World
Inside the teaching, travels, and transformation of students whose harmony reflects community and humanity. (Editor’s Note: This is Part Two of Rhizomes’ special feature on St. Genevieve School. Part One…
Air Travel: Medical Tips
Common problems among air travelers More than 17.5 million Americans traveled by air during the Labor Day weekend. Worldwide, the average number of people flying is about 13.2 million a day, or around 4.8…
Geeks on a Beach 2025 to Spotlight Tech Innovation with API Build Lab Finale
Geeks on a Beach (GOAB), the premier international tech conference in the Philippines, will return on October 1–3, 2025, in Cebu. Staying true to its legacy of conversations by the…
Buwan ng Wika : Between Legacy and Relevance
President Manuel L. Quezon, the “Father of the National Language,” is pictured here in his iconic barong Tagalog, a symbol of his commitment to Filipino identity. As the architect of…
St. Genevieve: Building a School Community Through Faith, Leadership, and Love
How President -Principal Dan Horn, Amanda Allen, and Vince O’Donoghue foster growth, inspire generosity, and keep mission at the heart of St. Gen. “I know of no better name for…
Liver pills: A scam
Protecting the public from misinformation, fraud, and all forms of scams is one of the reasons I write this column. Inspiring people to live a healthy lifestyle has been my…
China Airlines and Southwest Airlines interline partnership to help boost Philippine tourism
PHOTOS BY: JOE COBILLA JR. LONG BEACH, CALIFORNIA-The Philippine tourism industry is expected to get a boost from the recent milestone interline partnership between Taiwan’s flag carrier China Airlines (CAL)…
“Brain-eating” amoeba
A 12-year-old died on July 18, 2025, from a rare brain-eating amoeba after swimming in Lake Murray in South Carolina, near a Columbia reservoir. The infection was caused by Naegleria fowleri amoeba,…
Viral epidemic in China
Currently, there is a mosquito-borne epidemic in Guangdong Province in China, with about 8,000 cases of Chikungunya viral infections (first started mid-June), reported on July 26, 2025, mostly in Foshan…
Manila Marriott Hotel Bags its 6th Championship Title in The Philippine Culinary Cup 2025
For the sixth time, Michelin Guide Hotel – Manila Marriott is hailed overall champion in the Professional Division at “The Philippine Culinary Cup 2025”. Marriott International – Philippines Area General…
PHILTOA Launches the 36th Philippine Travel Mart: Boosting the NextGen Tourism
Metro Manila, Philippines – July 25, 2025 — The Philippine Tour Operators Association (PHILTOA) proudly launched the 36th Philippine Travel Mart (PTM) last July 25th, setting the stage for the…
Marijuana and cancer
The toxicity of marijuana (leaves and flowers of Cannabis) has been dangerously underestimated, especially its association with cancer. This false “innocence” is now being challenged by new studies. Recent findings…
7,000 steps to health
Following various phone and smartwatch apps (Fitbits, fitness trackers, etc.), people have been focusing on taking 10,000 steps a day. New studies showed that all we need is 7,000 steps…
Franchise Negosyo Para sa Region VII (Cebu) OPENS TOMORROW!
The much-anticipated “Franchise Negosyo Para sa Region VII (Cebu)” is set to open its doors tomorrow, August 1, 2025, at the Mountain Wing Atrium, SM Seaside City Cebu. Organized by…
Rural Health Outreach
Dr. Eustaquio (Boy) Abay, a retired Mayo-trained Fil-Am neurosurgeon in Wichita, Kansas, together with Philippine Secretary of Health, Teodoro Javier Herbosa, other medical and civic leaders in the Philippines, and…
Attorney John C. Ye: Over $300 Million Recovered and a Lifeline for Injured Immigrant Families
When an accident strikes, navigating the legal system can feel overwhelming—especially for immigrant families unfamiliar with their rights. In the heart of Los Angeles, Attorney John C. Ye has built a personal…
Cancer in the young!
My wife, Farida, a retired Pediatrician, sent me the alarming medical paper entitled “Why are colorectal, other GI cancers, on the rise in younger people?” The obvious first question is…
From Beauty Queen to Cancer Advocate: The Quiet Power of Dayanara Torres
Dayanara Torres of Puerto Rico was crowned Miss Universe 1993 in Mexico City. At just 18 years old, she became the third Puerto Rican to win the international title. (Photo…
Puey Quiñones Opens LA Couture Atelier and Impresses Hollywood Stars
It was an evening to remember as international fashion designer Puey Quiñones opened his new couture atelier in the City of Angels, unveiling a collection that captivated his star-studded guests…
Poisons in our homes
Most cancers, in general, are caused by the body’s repeated exposure to harmful chemicals in our environment. These include tobacco, alcohol, and all dangerous ingredients in common household cleansing agents,…
Artist Anna Vergel RS’ encounter with Hans Sy sparks creative fire
What began as a simple courtesy call blossomed into a deeply personal and unexpected turning point for Filipino artist Anna Vergel RS during a recent visit to the headquarters of…
F&B PackTech Expo 2025 x FoodBev Expo PH: Where the Future of Food, Beverage, and Packaging Takes Center Stage
MANILA, PHILIPPINES — Get ready to witness the biggest celebration of innovation in the Philippine food, beverage, and packaging industries. From July 17 to 19, 2025, the World Trade Center…
Travel Madness Expo 2025
Get Ready for the Ultimate Travel Experience! The 12th Travel Madness Expo (TME 2025) is happening on July 11–13, 2025 at the SMX Convention Center Manila! Whether you’re a seasoned…
Fashion designer Puey Quiñones launches new couture collection and opens new LA atelier on July 8
Fashion designer Puey Quiñones will officially showcase his new couture collection at a private event on Tuesday, July 8, when he will also launch the opening of his new atelier…
Play, Punch, & Win at Graton Resort & Casino this July
This July, celebrate with luck and fortune at Graton Resort & Casino! Every Saturday in July, play, punch, and win, in the Patriotic Punch A Bunch with drawings every hour,…
Is your OOO on Yet? Keep These Travel Budget Friendly Tips in Mind
Summer is here, and for many Americans, it’s vacation season. It’s also one of the most expensive seasons to travel. With warm weather, school breaks and slower work schedules encouraging…
Belmont Hotel Boracay launches pet-friendly services with resident pet, Pua
At the heart of every great stay is a warm welcome, and at Belmont Hotel Boracay, located in the sprawling Boracay Newcoast, that greeting now comes with a wagging tail…
My Memory of President Noynoy Aquino
The late President Noynoy Aquino interviewed by Rogelio Constantino Medina. “Nasaan ka ba (Where are you)?” asked then Senator (who later became President) Benigno Simeon Cojuangco Aquino III, fondly called NOYNOY by…
Sex among seniors
Senior couples may be in the winter of their lives, but the heat of the summer could still be lingering inside them, many thinking intimacy is no longer possible. Medical…