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Miss Universe is “a beautiful journey that helps push us forward”

Sleep-deprived after a long-haul flight to Manila, Miss Universe 2022 R’Bonney Gabriel looked as vibrant as ever as she faced Filipino fans Wednesday evening at Okada Manila’s grand ballroom during the Miss Universe Philippines gala night. By Alex Y. Vergara “I’m so excited to be in the Philippines,” said R’Bonney…

The many ways of saying “I love you, Mom” through food

This May, Raffles and Fairmont Makati help you show your love and gratitude to that special woman in your life by indulging her with unforgettable moments and endearing Mother’s Day memories. On May 14, treat Mom to a luxurious French Mediterranean lunch buffet at Mireio’s Pour L’Amour de Ma Mere…

Gifts of love: A Mother’s Day gift guide

Mother's Day is less than a week away. If you're still thinking of what to give your mom on her special day, here's a unique selection of gift ideas you can choose from to bring her more joy. Mother's Day is the perfect occasion to express love and gratitude to…

One of the country’s premier healthcare institutions appoints new president

St. Luke's Medical Center ushers in a new leadership, allowing the hospital to continue to deliver high-quality health services to its patients while remaining at the forefront of medical innovation. St. Luke's board of trustees recently approved the appointment of Dr. Dennis P. Serrano as the new president and chief…

Coronation 101: The royal watcher’s guide to King Charles III’s big day

MA. ANGELICA DEMEGILLO King Charles III and his wife, the Queen Consort Camilla, are set to be crowned king and queen of the United Kingdom and 14 other Commonwealth realms on Saturday, May 6. King Charles III, 74, formerly Prince of Wales and Camilla, the Queen Consort, are set to…

Queen Elizabeth II: Crown and Glory

By JOANNE RAE M. RAMIREZ PeopleAsia editor-in-chief Joanne Rae Ramirez pays tribute to "the only real queen we knew outside of our storybooks," before a new British monarch is crowned on May 6. Queen Elizabeth in PeopleAsia's Oct-Nov 2022 issue. Available in Lazada. She was the only real queen we…

Men’s RTW fashion reimagined

Rustan’s Man unveils its newest brands and looks, which include fresh names in the local retail scene such as KARDO, Far Afield, Portuguese Flannel, Pompeii, Scalpers and Knickerbocker Rustan’s launched its revamped menswear collection during a recent event at its Shangri-La Plaza branch. Featuring a new set of innovative brands…

Westin returns to Manila with ‘heavenly’ offerings in tow

From its trademark Heavenly beds to sumptuous culinary offerings in its signature restaurants and bars, Westin Manila proves that it has not just returned to Philippine shores — it’s made a comeback! BY JOSE PAOLO S. DELA CRUZ Westin Manila is now in Ortigas Now nestled in the heart of…

#NoBadTakes for picture-perfect Ultherapy endorser Ellen Adarna

BY JOSE PAOLO S. DELA CRUZ With almost no makeup on, a fresh-faced Ellen Adarna wowed the small crowd at Blackbird in Makati City recently, when she was introduced as Ultherapy Philippines' brand ambassador for its 'No Bad Takes' campaign. Ellen Adarna “I have no foundation on, just my concealer,…

One of the country’s leading internet providers champions women empowerment

Converge has made it possible for women to capably and meaningfully progress in their position -- this is also the message that co-founder and president Maria Grace Uy is sending with the recent launch of the MentorSHE Project in Converge, a woman-to-woman mentorship training initiative. At present, 39 percent of the…