The holiday season in the Philippines is more than just lights, carols, and noche buena — it’s about love made tangible through a simple yet powerful gesture: the padala. For millions of Filipinos, especially those working far from home, sending money is a way to say “Mahal kita, miss kita, at nandito pa rin ako.”…
In Hagonoy, Bulacan, Undas has become an annual ritual not just of remembrance, but of resilience. Nearly four months after Typhoon Crising swept across Central Luzon, the town remains waterlogged—a reflection of the deeper crisis haunting its people: years of unfinished, defective, and allegedly ghost flood-control projects that have failed to keep the tides at…
Manila and Washington have formally launched a new bilateral defence initiative named Task Force Philippines, aimed at enhancing collective preparedness and deterrence in the contested waters of the West Philippine Sea and the broader South China Sea. Philippine News Agency+2Philstar+2 The announcement came on the sidelines of the ASEAN Defence Ministers’ Meeting (ADMM) and ADMM-Plus…
As dawn broke over Manila on Saturday, visitors streamed into Manila North Cemetery, marking the start of the annual Undás pilgrimage. According to the Sta. Cruz Police Station, the crowd had swelled to approximately 345,000 by 10 a.m. on November 1. The period between 9 a.m. and 10 a.m. saw the largest surge, with about…
As the world races through the era of digital transformation, one question looms larger than ever: who truly controls our data? The concept of digital sovereignty—where nations and organizations maintain full authority over where their data resides, who accesses it, and how it’s used—has become essential to ensuring security, trust, and national resilience in the…
Cebu Pacific (CEB), the Philippines’ leading carrier, is gearing up for the busiest travel months of the year by signing a damp lease agreement with Bulgaria Air to boost its fleet capacity during the December to January peak season. Under the agreement, two Airbus A320ceo aircraft from Bulgaria Air will be added to CEB’s operational…
Photo of Jonalyn Dalanon with her parents. (Photo supplied) “Forgive yourself when you fail, because failure simply means you’re trying” were the erudite words 23-year-old Masbateña Jonalyn Dalanon gave to her fellow board passers as she topped the latest licensure examination for fisheries professionals. Dalanon of Masbate City registered a 91.25 percent to finally achieve…
F or decades, Epson has defined innovation and reliability in the world of printing. Today, that legacy takes on a greener, smarter form through Epson’s revolutionary Heat-Free Technology—a solution designed to help businesses save energy, cut costs, and protect the planet without compromising performance. In an era where every company is challenged to do more…
SB19 once again proved they reign supreme in the PPop scene with a jaw-dropping, high-energy performance at the Fast Zone concert on October 26. The one-night-only spectacle marked the group’s 7th anniversary—a celebration of music, fashion, and artistry that seamlessly blended sound and style. Adding flair to the night was renowned Filipino designer Francis Libiran,…
Tanduay captured the spotlight at Whisky Live Manila 2025 with a bold showcase of its soon-to-be-released Reserve Rums, creative cocktail collaborations, and interactive experiences that drew in whisky lovers and rum enthusiasts alike at Shangri-La The Fort in Bonifacio Global City. “We wanted to elevate the experience this year by introducing our upcoming Reserve Rums,”…