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PeopleAsia at Malacañang tree-lighting ceremony

Photos and text by JOANNE RAE M. RAMIREZ President Marcos and First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos hosted a reception after the lighting of the giant Christmas tree on Malacañang’s grounds over the weekend. The tree-lighting ceremony was followed by a fireworks show over the Pasig River, behind Malacañang. Malacañang lights up…

Admiral Hotel Manila celebrates Filipino traditions for Christmas

Admiral Hotel Manila–MGallery marked the start of the holiday season with a fun-filled tree lighting ceremony at its sophisticated Filipino-Spanish lobby restaurant, El Atrio Lounge. Manila Mayor Honey Lacuna also graced the event, which promised to bring the luxury boutique hotel's guests closer to experiencing a truly "Pinoy" Christmas. Admiral…

Ayala Malls turn into enchanting wonderlands for the holidays

Led by executive director Mariana Zobel de Ayala, Ayala Malls transforms into enchanting wonderlands in time for the holiday season. But more than the giant-sized Christmas trees and sparkling edifices, this year's celebrations are made more special with the return of a number of well-loved traditions and, of course, the…

SM Supermalls ushers in the holidays with a Filipino-themed Christmas

The retail giant kicks off the holiday season with a Christmas Tree lighting ceremony at SM Aura where a 33-foot tree adorned with locally crafted and eco-friendly ornaments takes centerstage. Taguig City Mayor Lani Cayetano (center), SM Supermalls President Steven Tan (right) and SM Engineering Design and Development President Hans…

Asics Asia Regional Women’s Retreat aims to bridge gender exercise gap

In an effort to address an evident gender exercise gap between women and men, Asics Asia recently organized its first-ever Regional Women's Retreat where participants took part in a four-day program that aimed to promote the positive impact of movement to achieve a healthy mind and body. Asics Asia recently…

The Philippine STAR is MOPC’s first “Newspaper of the Year”

The Philippine STAR, led by president and CEO Miguel Belmonte, was named as The Manila Overseas Press Club's "Newspaper of the Year," while editor-in-chief Ana Marie Pamintuan was named "Journalist of the Year" during a recent ceremony held at Fairmont Makati. By Jose Paolo dela Cruz / Photos by Ernie…

Hamilton lead actors grace launching of Smart’s newest Infinity lounge

Smart Infinity is one of the brands that helped bring the ongoing Hamilton musical at The Theater Solaire. It reaffirmed its commitment to world-class excellence in the performing arts, which is becoming a tradition for one the country’s leading telco giants. (From left) Richard Mathew “Shing” Dimagiba VP/head of postpaid…

SMDC’s “Good Guy” Lee Min-ho is in the Philippines after seven years

BY JOSE PAOLO S. DELA CRUZ Lee Min-ho is back in Manila after seven years as SMDC's latest "Good Guy." The bedimpled 36-year-old Korean actor, who serves as the real estate giant's brand ambassador, also opens up about his love for Filipino fans, lechon and supporting causes for children. Lee…

It’s a date!

As the number of infections and alert levels in Metro Manila drop, are couples ready to brave restaurants, malls and other public places to go on dates this Valentine’s Day? Or are they still playing it safe despite the urge to throw caution to the wind, as the entire world…

Inside Rep. Charlie and China Cojuangco’s pre-church wedding dinner

Tarlac First District Rep. Charlie Cojuangco and wife China Jocson-Cojuangco celebrated their upcoming church wedding through an intimate dinner attended by a few close friends. The two are set to say their “I dos” once more in October — this time in front of the altar. Rep. Charlie & China Cojuangco…