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Meet the woman behind MR.DIY in the Philippines

By FRANCINE Y. MEDINA Behind MR.DIY, the country’s fastest growing do-it-yourself home improvement chain, is a woman who has been responsible for expanding the company’s operations in the Philippines since 2018. More than five years and 500 stores later, Roselle Andaya continues to break new ground — both as a…

Musings from the front row: London Fashion Week 2024

While taking a break from public service and pursuing her master’s degree in Cities, Anna Mae Lamentillo found herself at the heart of London’s fashion scene — the 40th anniversary of London Fashion Week, no less. “To be completely honest, my journey to the front row of various shows at…

Owndays Philippines launches “Cases for Change” 2024

As part of its commitment to animal welfare and the environment, leading eyewear brand Owndays Philippines recently launched its second “Cases for Change” campaign at its flagship branch in SM Megamall. This year’s campaign theme centers on animal well-being and Owndays aims to raise awareness about the alarming challenges faced…

Nara Thai earns coveted Thai Select Seal

How authentic is authentic? With the recent award it received, Nara Thai, which was brought to the Philippines from Thailand by Sheila Romero, reaffirms the authenticity of the delectable Thai dishes it offers its diners. Given by the Thai government, the seal of approval recognizes Thai restaurants that uphold the…

Emma Stone, Zendaya, Ariana Grande and more shine at the 96th Oscars red carpet

Now that the actors' and writers' strikes have officially come to a close, The 96th Academy Awards — aka the Oscars — is back with a vengeance. And it all started on the red carpet of the Dolby Theater in Hollywood, which was graced by the likes of Zendaya, Emma…

Repertory Philippines’ “Betrayal” is a no-drama drama

You may not see waterworks and fireworks when you watch Repertory Philippines’ staging of Harold Pinter’s “Betrayal,” but you will most certainly see infidelity in a different, more subtle light. Just to be clear, cheating is still a big no-no, even in 2024. But much like a trainwreck or some…

Okada Manila receives two Forbes Five-star ratings

Okada Manila Celebrates its fifth Forbes Five-star rating, while the Retreat Spa earns another five-star recognition from the prestigious global organization. Okada Manila vice chairperson Takako Okada (middle) with (from left) director of Spas, Recreation & Kids Club Vikki Aquino, VP of Food & Beverage Andreas Balla, VP of Hotel…

The “art of speed” at ongoing exhibit

Abstractionist Julius Sanvictores, conceptual artist Marco Ortiga and painter Michael Sagaran found common ground in the urge to express their perspectives in an experimental, non-representational way in "The Speed of Abstract," ongoing until March 15 at the Robinson's Land ARTablado. '1961 E-Type Jaguar', 2022, acrylic on canvas What connects these…

Jaclyn Jose dies at 60

BY ALEX Y. VERGARA The multi-awarded Jaclyn Jose, so far the only Filipino actor, male or female, to win a Cannes Best Actress award for her star turn in Brillante Mendoza’s Ma’ Rosa, leaves behind daughter Andi Eigenmann and son Gwen Garimond Ilagan Guck. Jaclyn Jose as one of PeopleAsia's…

Anna Winstel Chow Antonio weaves dreams into life

Couples dream about their dream weddings. Event stylist and floral designer Anna Winstel Chow Antonio brings such dreams to life. Long before she became a fairy godmother of sorts for soon- to-wed couples in search of that dreamlike setting, Anna was a fresh graduate with a bachelor’s degree in Industrial…