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Hwang In Youp is the new face of Australian beauty brand

The rising K-drama actor and star of True Beauty again “uncovers true beauty” with a new, more affordable skincare line dubbed as BYS Minis. As beauty becomes more about individuality and self-awareness, and less about unachievable perfection, BYS Philippines echoes these developments as it “uncovers beauty” with the help of…

HSBC regales Premier clients with a virtual show of Broadway classic tunes

Music, like life, will always find a way. With a bit of effort and love, companies are virtually reaching out to valued clients and sharing with them the gift of music as well as key developments that matter to them, as everyone continues to stay home and try to keep…

Smart says you can now switch networks without changing numbers

With Smart Communications Inc.'s Mobile Number Portability (MNP)in place, switching to another mobile network is now possible, even without having to change your numbers. The company also announced that the iPhone 13 mini, iPhone 13, iPhone 13 Pro, and iPhone 13 Pro Max will be available for preorder in the Philippines…

Bea Gomez, first openly lesbian Filipino beauty queen, wins Miss Universe Philippines 2021

By Alex Y. Vergara Is the universe ready for its first openly lesbian representative from the Philippines? Organizers and judges behind the recently concluded Miss Universe Philippines (MUP) 2021 think so, as they crowned 26-year-old Beatrice “Bea” Luigi Gomez as the new MUP. After months-long search, which culminated Thursday evening…

1Sambayan picks Leni Robredo as presidential bet for 2022 polls

After a months-long selection process, the 1Sambayan Group has finally named Vice President Leni Robredo as its presidential contender. Robredo, according to the group's leader, Supreme Court Justice Antonio Carpio, was chosen for her "integrity, competence, track record, patriotism, vision for our country and winnability," among other criteria. The next…

Table of earthly delights

Situated inside Nurture Wellness Village in Tagaytay, Farmer’s Table is probably one of the best definitions of what a “locavore” restaurant, Philippine-style, is. By Alex Y. Vergara If you can’t bring the food-laden table to the diner, then bring the diner to the table. But what’s on the table isn’t just any…

“What’s Up with My Skin?:” Teens get the skinny in new book

A creative guide series and information primer, “What’s Up with My Skin?” by Dr. Clarissa V. Cellona is a quick, informative read, not only for teens dealing with skin issues, but also for their parents who encounter the same questions and concerns from their kids. Dr. Issa v. Cellona answers…

Inside Rep. Charlie and China Cojuangco’s pre-church wedding dinner

Tarlac First District Rep. Charlie Cojuangco and wife China Jocson-Cojuangco celebrated their upcoming church wedding through an intimate dinner attended by a few close friends. The two are set to say their “I dos” once more in October — this time in front of the altar. Rep. Charlie & China Cojuangco…

Experience the luxury ride of your life with the new Lexus ES

If you're considering buying not just a brand new car, but one of the ultimate luxury sedans available today in the market, then the all-new Lexus ES could be the ideal car for you. Renowned for its quiet, smooth performance and high levels of cabin comfort and spaciousness, the latest…

17-year-old photographer gives rare glimpse of the oceans in new book

Using his trusty Sony Rx100 camera, up-and-coming photographer Ganden Medved-Po gave readers a rare glimpse of life beneath the surface with his book, “Life Below Water.” "Life Below Water" by Ganden Medved-Po A joint project with the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) – Philippines, “Life Below Water” is a…