Faces in the crowd Archives - Page 12 of 18

Men Who Matter 2019: Brian Cu

Brian Cu has arrived, not just on the set of the “Men Who Matter” photo shoot at Ascott BGC, but in the lives of the tens of thousands of Filipinos who count on him on a daily basis. Indeed, there’s no stopping this 36-year-old innovator and businessman as he rides…

ESCADA welcomes Rita Ora as its new ambassador

For Spring/ Summer 2019 New York runway show, ESCADA introduces its newest brand ambassador - Rita Ora. A musician whose talent, independence and creativity have established her as a household name, and whose bold and individual approach to style have found her celebrated as a modern fashion icon. She exemplifies…

Bridging the future

The former Las Piñas City representative underscores the need to invest in a modern infrastructure system to help boost economic development. By Alex Y. Vergara It’s public knowledge that even before Mark Villar became Secretary of the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH), the former legislator already possessed a…

In her own words: The power of women

They walk the talk and put their hearts where their mouth is. As we celebrate International women's Day, we bring you some of the women we admire -- and the words of wisdom they have shared on the pages of PeopleAsia and on the world stage. Maine Mendoza on being beautiful:“I am grateful…

Joe (still) a psychopath, Penn Badgley has a sweet tooth and Shay Mitchell is perfect during ‘You’ meet and greet in the Philippines

BY JOSE PAOLO DELA CRUZ Manila, Philippines – Fans went wild as Penn Badgley and Shay Mitchell – stars of the hit Netflix series You – walked into the Gallery of Greenbelt 5 for recent a meet and greet with their fans in the Philippines. Penn, who first earned a…

Celebrating 20 years of Marco Polo Davao

Marco Polo Davao marked its 20th anniversary last December 7, and such a milestone wouldn't have been complete without a grand celebration. To celebrate, VIP guests from the business sector, diplomatic corps, government, media and society graced the event, including President Rodrigo Duterte himself. The hotel, which is…

Here are some facts about the newly-crowned Miss Universe 2018

For the second time in three years, the Philippines is again the home of Miss Universe—and we have Catriona Gray to thank for that! Her impeccable performance in Bangkok, Thailand this year earned for her the adoration of Filipinos as well as other nationalities, including former beauty queens and seasoned…

New World Hotels & Resorts raises funds for scholars through Gold Cup 3

In line with National Literacy Month, New World Makati Hotel and AG New World Manila Bay Hotel held a successful "Golf Cup for a Cause" last September 28 at The Manila Southwoods Golf & Country Club in Carmona, Cavite. Proceeds from the said special tournament will help 96 young Filipino…

A night of #CrazyRichPeopleAsians

By Alex Y. Vergara From the venue’s styling by leading event stylist Dave Sandoval to many of the guests and awardees’ chosen designer ensembles, PeopleAsia’s recent Women of Style and Substance (WSS) 2018 awards night at the Grand Hyatt Manila’s grand ballroom teemed with references from the hit Hollywood romcom…

Secretary Berna Romulo-Puyat: integrity is her last name

By Bryle B. Suralta “Binibiro mo ako (you’re joking),” she remembers telling the country’s Chief Executive, President Rodrigo Duterte, when he told her. At that time, Berna was the undersecretary of the Department of Agriculture (DA) for 12 years. “Do you want the DOT (Department of Tourism) position, Berna?” she…