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Team behind Request sa Radyo to stage Into the Woods and A Chorus Line

In pursuit of the late Bobby Garcia's vision, not one but two classic productions from US-based Filipino-American production designer and producer Clint Ramos and company are once again set to keep Filipinos glued to their seats and talking about them for days, even weeks after. Following the groundbreaking success of Request…

SM Supermalls, Zonta Makati launch second edition of Sining Filipina

With the environment as this year’s theme, the art contest is open to all Filipino women, both established and unknown artists. Ten winners will be chosen sometime in March, and from this list will come the top three. By Alex Y. Vergara Prime movers behind Sining Filipina recently launched the…

Poet Anna Maniego paints colorful worlds

Words find form in this artist and poet's unique artworks. Whether it's past relationships, professional challenges or personal hurdles, every little (or big thing) fuels Anna Maniego's fire as an artist and poet. And take note: she does not only write her feelings. She paints them, too! "I began writing…

Christmas gifts that rise above the clutter from Cutting Edge

Finding the right holiday gift that truly feels personal and meaningful has always been a challenge, but it’s also what makes the gesture so special and worth all the trouble. It’s not just about ticking off boxes or buying something just to get things over with. Gifting should reflect the…

From bums to businesspeople, one Tambay cap at a time

Pio Balbuena has turned his once-fledgling business into an advocacy and a source of pride and inspiration for countless people on the fringes who have discovered their power, dignity and self-worth. Rapper-actor, director, vlogger and content creator Pio Balbuena can’t thank his lucky stars enough, as his Tambay caps continue…

Simplified and streamlined loan procedures empower more Filipinos

How fast can one secure a loan these days? It depends on several factors, of course. But once everything is in order, people at Global Dominion Financing Inc. make sure to expedite the process, sometimes in as short as 24 hours, as time is of the essence, especially for small…

Youth band brings holiday harmony amidst the Christmas rush

Young musicians from the Philippine Youth Symphonic Band captivated hearts and drew rounds of applause in a melodic display of candid youthfulness and mastery of craft. By FRANCHESCA L. TUAZON The recent Sounds Like Christmas concert, featuring young musicians from the Philippine Youth Symphonic Band (PYSB), evoked an evening of…

Cool gifts and more at Kultura Christmas Crawl

Happening until Nov. 24 at the Main Mall Atrium of SM Mall of Asia, Kultura Christmas Crawl presents to shoppers a wide array of locally made and responsibly sourced food, fashion, home and entertainment items — and tops them all off with some very rewarding perks. From contemporary fashion…

BOSS Spring/Summer 2025: “Out of office” looks steal the show in Milan

Following its CorpCore-themed Fall/Winter 2023 runway show — which reimagined tailoring with modern iterations of classic suiting and on-duty dressing staples — for Spring/Summer 2025, BOSS unveiled a collection that broke with the conventional parameters of corporate attire. Staged at the Palazzo del Senato in Milan and presented under the…

Jewelmer unveils latest Miss Universe crown

The first ever Filipino-crafted crown for Miss Universe, a one-of-a-kind creation embellished with golden South Sea Pearls, is the result of decades of Jewelmer’s savoir-faire and excellence. The crown is the pride of the Philippines, carrying with it the extraordinary spirit of those who took part in its creation —…