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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 —…

Pag-IBIG Fund reports record third-quarter growth in savings and shelter financing

During a recent Philippine Information Agency’s Kapihan sa Bagong Pilipinas, Pag-IBIG Fund, in coordination with the Presidential Communications Office, reported surpassing the P1-trillion mark in total assets, while its membership continues to grow with more than 16 million active members. The regional town hall, which was held simultaneously across 16…

Milka Romero set to follow in her dad’s footsteps as she runs for a Congressional seat

The owner of a volleyball team at the Premier Volleyball League and the creator and operator of 10 F&B concepts in the Philippines, Milka Romero, the firstborn of Rep. Mikee and Sheila Romero, doesn’t fall far from the tree. Milka forged her own path early on through sports, which eventually…

Southeast Asia’s biggest wine event returns this Friday

BY JOSE PAOLO S. DELA CRUZ Dubbed as the “The World in a Glass,” visitors to the Grand Wine Experience will get to enjoy more than 1,000 wines, spirits, premium sakes and beers from world-renowned wineries and breweries. Some may even meet the love of their life. Philippine Wine Merchants'…