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Manny Pacquiao: Bowed but not broken

With the entire T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas chanting his name, this Filipino modern-day gladiator gallantly conceded defeat and declared, “Let’s face another tomorrow.” Losing to Cuban Yordenis Ugas for the (super) welterweight crown, Sen. Manny Pacquiao said with his head high in an interview with sports reporter Heidi Androl…

Manny Pacquiao: Bowed but not broken

With the entire T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas chanting his name, this Filipino modern-day gladiator gallantly conceded defeat and declared, “Let’s face another tomorrow.” Losing to Cuban Yordenis Ugas for the (super) welterweight crown, Sen. Manny Pacquiao said with his head high in an interview with sports reporter Heidi Androl…

Makati Med chief: ‘Lockdowns, vaccines help quell latest COVID-19 surge’

BY JOSE PAOLO S. DELA CRUZ According to Makati Medical Center (MMC) president & CEO Atty. Pilar Nenuca Almira, stricter lockdowns and vaccination drives are helping the medical community in their battle against the most recent surge of COVID-19 in the country. Vaccination & lockdowns: The best bet against the…

‘Vaccination has greatly helped us’

In case you’re still having second thoughts on getting jabbed, the science bears it out—the vaccines against COVID-19 work and they’re generally safe. As one doctor in this story declares: “Get vaccinated. It’s free! There’s no reason for you not to get vaccinated. You will not lose anything from it.…

Japanese cultural icons and an artist’s journey towards self-discovery and healing

Throughout history, art has been known for its ability to heal both its audience and the artist. More often than not, the healing process an artist experiences begins soon after an artwork’s conceptualization. Known mostly for his paintings of origami cranes and faceless boys, emerging Filipino contemporary artist Ryan Uy…

WATCH: Hyun Bin stars in new LazMall 9.9 Big Brands Sale ad

Southeast Asia’s leading eCommerce platform Lazada has announced internationally celebrated South Korean actor and Hallyu (Korean Wave) super star Hyun Bin as LazMall’s first regional brand ambassador. LazMall is a partner of choice for brands around the globe and currently home to over 32,000 local and international brands on the…

Pandemic-themed LRT train carries images of hope and calls to action

During the recent launch of the vaccine-themed train at the LRT-1 Baclaran Station, passengers who were able to present their vaccination cards with complete doses received free beep cards with minimum load as token. People's creativity will always find a way to spring forth even in the bleakest of times.…

Hyun Bin debuts as LazMall’s first-ever regional brand ambassador

Lazada, one of the region's leading eCommerce platforms, cites the Korean actor's genuine personality and dedication to his craft, which resonate well with LazMall’s brand promise of authenticity, quality and a trusted online destination for consumers to enjoy a convenient shopping experience. South Korean actor and global heartthrob Hyun Bin…

SMC ramps up employee-vaccination drive

One of the country's biggest and most diversified companies aims to administer first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine to 35,000 employees within a five-week period. As San Miguel Corporation (SMC) fast-tracks its “Ligtas Lahat” vaccination program, over 35,000 SMC employees and extended workforce have started to receive their first dose…

When Isko bared himself

Fully dressed and armed with vision, hard work and determination, Manila Mayor Isko Moreno, whose office has just confirmed Sunday, August 15, that he tested positive for COVID-19, showed PeopleAsia his "dirty" past and why he was proud of it — in a number of PeopleAsia exclusives. Isko Moreno. Photo…