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Geraldine Roman’s “ROMANtik” voice in Congress

The Philippines’ first transgender lawmaker continues to be a voice of reason in Congress, where she constantly pushes for reforms that would benefit women, members of the marginalized sector and the LGBTQIA+ community. Bataan First District Rep. Geraldine Roman Growing up in Orani, Bataan, the young Geraldine knew early on…

Veteran hotelier Joanne Golong-Gomez joins Conrad Manila

As the hotel’s commercial director, Gomez brings with her more than 20 years of experience, especially in sales and marketing, that’s bound to bring valuable insights and innovative strategies to Conrad Manila’s sales and marketing team. Changes are afoot at this premier hotel by the bay. Conrad Manila officially welcomes…

Biggest meets oldest in Macao Imperial’s collab with Twinings

The milk tea chain continues to excite its customers with its recent collaboration with the powerhouse tea brand. Fredley Group of Companies founder, chairman and CEO Avin Ong, SM Supermalls president Steven Tan and Twinings’ brand manager Jeanne Harn welcome a 'refreshing' summer Macao Imperial Tea, the biggest milk tea…

Sun Life leads life insurance industry anew in terms of premium income and new business

The pioneer life insurance company in the Philippines earned P 52.6 billion as of December last year. In 2022, it also generated new business amounting to P 9.7 billion. Sun Life of Canada (Philippines), Inc. (Sun Life) once again leads competitors in the Philippine life insurance industry by ranking number…

“Right is might:” Remembering former Foreign Secretary Albert F. del Rosario

Former Foreign Secretary and Philippine Ambassador to the United States Albert F. del Rosario has passed away at the age of 83. The former diplomat and businessman, who told PeopleAsia that he believes “right is might” when it comes to foreign policy, is best remembered for his key role in…

Itzy keeps it “icy” for upcoming Bench fan meet in Manila

The weather in Manila may be sweltering, but K-Pop girl group sensation Itzy, who’s known for their electrifying hits and commanding stage performances, kept it “icy” as they sat down with journalists in an exclusive press conference yesterday at the Grand Hyatt Hotel prior to their upcoming event, “WannaBe with…

Julie Lluch attempts to tell poignant episodes of country’s history in “Chronicles on Skin”

More than just splashes of paint on sculpture, Lluch’s recent exhibit serves as a reminder, especially among younger generations of Filipinos, of the country's dark past under the yoke of tyranny. By Ma. Angelica Demegillo "A moral duty to pursue justice." This is veteran sculptor Julie Lluch's purpose in her…

Sun-drenched allure

Italian luxury fashion brand Max Mara recently showcased its Blue Horizon Spring-Summer 2023 collection at its flagship store in Greenbelt 3, Makati. At the Max Mara flagship store in Greenbelt, Makati, guests were recently transported to the French-Italian Riviera as Max Mara showcased its Blue Horizon Spring-Summer 2023 collection. This…

Vanessa Hudgens is the Philippines’ new global tourism ambassador

As the song she once popularize goes, it's going to be "the start of something new" for the Filipino-American Hollywood star, who was recently named as global tourism ambassador for the Philippines. In a recent press conference in Manila, Hudgens, who was visiting the country for the first time, shared…

A fun-filled Easter at the park

Greet this joyous occasion with the family in an Easter egg-hunt like no other, and get a chance to win an overnight stay inclusive of breakfast at historic Rizal Park Hotel. Looking for an ideal family-bonding moment this coming Easter Sunday? Why not head for this historic bay-side hotel? Prepare…