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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…

Will Chelsea Manalo be the country’s fifth Miss Universe?

As the first black Filipino-American to represent the Philippines at Miss Universe, this lass from Bulacan is shattering stereotypes and breaking the mold in a beauty pageant-crazy country. Once again, the entire nation watches with bated breath as all eyes are on her as she competes for the crown in…

Judy Abalos is living proof of education’s transformative power

A successful entrepreneur who has made a name for herself by building, leasing, selling and even designing real estate properties, Judy Miranda Abalos encourages people from every generation to remain optimistic, proactive and resilient in pursuing their dreams. She also loves to emphasize the value of education and a curious…