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Newest wellness and e-commerce platform redefines health and holistic living experience

The different wellness activities emerging may often feel overwhelming, especially for newbies in self-care, but look no further because gusto's recent holistic summit has got you covered. By Angela Dorein Gutierrez Launched recently at the SMX Aura Convention Center, gusto, a digital publication and e-commerce platform, strives to redefine holistic…

Okada Manila rings in the festive season with a dazzling Christmas tree-lighting celebration and a slew of pre-holiday activities

The integrated resort takes inspiration from a magical winter wonderland, which features a 34-foot Christmas tree adorned in blue-and-white ornaments with shimmering lights and delicate details. Okada Manila officially welcomed the most magical time of the year with the grand lighting of its iconic Christmas tree, marking the official start…

Chelsea Manalo breaks into the top 30 at Miss Universe

Despite her failure to advance further in the world’s biggest and arguably most prestigious beauty pageant, Chelsea, a PeopleAsia Women of Style and Substance 2024 awardee, has already shattered stereotypes and broken the mold in her home country. By ALEX Y. VERGARA Chelsea Manalo’s dream of becoming the country’s fifth…

How Associate Justice Maria Filomena Singh’s experiences with gender-based violence and discrimination cases shape her decisions

Whether through advocating women’s rights or championing reforms that empower young lawyers to find fulfillment — even before they are appointed to high positions — this associate justice and passionate writer proves that the courts should neither be a cold nor heartless place. By IVY LISA F. MENDOZA It was…

When art and fashion intersect at The Mall NUSTAR

Renowned Cebu-based fashion designer Philip Rodriguez and Manila-based artist Jane Ebarle showcased their respective talents and artistry in “Bisti,” a joint show that not only paid homage to Filipino wear, but also virtually mirrored the joy and magic of the Christmas season. Text and photos by ALEX Y. VERGARA It…

Cynthia Carrion Norton, the other woman in Carlos Yulo’s life

As a regal gymnastics queen herself, Cynthia, without a doubt, has enabled the coronation of Carlos Edriel Yulo as the first Filipino and Southeast Asian double Olympic gold medalist in history. As etched on the front page of The Philippine Star on Aug. 3, 2024, the day after he won…

Jaz Reyes and Miguel Sotto’s enchanting Ting Hun ceremony

With tradition and individuality at play, the happy couple’s traditional Chinese engagement ceremony was as meaningful as it was visually stunning. By Franchesca L. Tuazon Under the captivating skies of Lijiang, China, digital creator Jaz Reyes and filmmaker Miguel Sotto celebrated a Ting Hun, or a traditional Chinese engagement ceremony,…

Fencer Maxine Esteban sets her sights on the LA Olympics

Trained as an athlete at a young age, this female fencer didn’t let anybody or anything stop her from achieving her ultimate dream. She may not have represented the Philippines in the Paris Olympics after her path was redirected by fate and circumstance, but she remains a Filipino at heart…

Indonesia’s Kenangan Coffee is now in Manila

With 950 branches worldwide, Kenangan Coffee opened its first branch in the metro at L2, North Entertainment Mall of SM Mall of Asia. This development offers Filipino coffee lovers a new option to indulge in rich, quality coffee beverages at affordable prices. Fredley Group of Companies (FGC), known for its…

Samantha Panlilio, woman who wears many hats, is poised to take on a new one

The former Binibining Pilipinas Grand International titleholder and heiress to the Panlilio business empire is about to take her passion for public service to the next level. By JOYCE A. RAMIREZ Samantha Panlilio is not your average girl. At 28 years old, she’s already a top company official and a…