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Rustan’s celebrates self-expression and girl power in latest edition of Beauty Source

Just in time for Women’s Month, Rustan’s Beauty Source painted the town in full colors with GRLPWR. Now on sixth year, the annual beauty festival has become a much-anticipated event by beauty enthusiasts. And this year is no exception. By FRANCHESCA L. TUAZON Stepping into the event at Rustan’s Shangri-La…

‘Use responsibly:’ Anna Mae Lamentillo on developing AI apps that touch human lives

This Filipino AI advocate adds a human touch to tech innovations that aim to preserve endangered languages, safeguard linguistic diversity and even reduce carbon footprint. Technology and culture intersect in Anna Mae Yu Lamentillo's work as founder of NightOwlGPT. The AI-powered platform helps preserve endangered languages and addresses the urgent…

BingoPlus bets on Filipino-themed entertainment

What started out as an innovative way to keep Filipinos entertained during the COVID-19 lockdowns has since grown into a game-changing enterprise — one that not only reinvented traditional Filipino betting games, but also elevated them into effective platforms for promoting responsible gaming and giving back to society. Whether it’s…

Ramon Villavicencio: Energizing a new generation of leaders

This visionary entrepreneur, best known for establishing independent oil company Flying V in 1994, is further building on his legacy by supporting numerous advocacies on education and sports — all as he trains a new generation of leaders for both his businesses and the nation. By Franchesca L. Tuazon Whether…

Nadine Lustre, Lesha and James Reid’s go-to DJ

DJ Arthur Tan — who has collaborated with some of the biggest local talents — talks about his recent multi-sensory exhibit, his record label and how “Budots” is proving to be a torchbearer for Filipino DJ culture abroad. By ANGELA DOREIN GUTIERREZ Twelve years in, DJ Arthur Tan has eased…

Kaye C. Tinga: The transformative choice

A lifelong patroness of the arts, the Cultural Center of the Philippines’ new president has always been appreciative and mindful of various art forms and their power to inspire, mirror a people’s hopes and aspirations and instill in them national pride. By IVY LISA F. MENDOZA When Kaye C. Tinga…

Swiping right on Repertory Philippines’ “I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change”

If you’ve ever been in love, or attempted to navigate the complicated path of modern romance, there’s something in this play that will feel familiar. By Franchesca L. Tuazon Love in this day and age is anything but a fairytale. Yes, there might be cute kilig (giddy) moments, grand gestures…

How Pitoy’s timeless creations remain Filipino at their core

Ongoing until June 29 at the Metropolitan Museum of Manila’s North Gallery in BGC, Timeless: J. Moreno is as much a visual narration of his genius as it is about his fervent desire to define what being Filipino was through his fashion. Text and photos by ALEX Y. VERGARA Like…

The substance behind the Oscar 2025 Red Carpet

Come rain or shine, peace or chaos, hell or high water in the US, the Oscars won’t be the Oscars without this yearly Hollywood staple. And we’re not talking about outstanding performances as well breakthrough artistic and technical achievements. By ALEX Y. VERGARA Both Best Actress nominees Demi Moore and…

SM MOA unveils MOA Sky in music- and art-filled event

SM Mall of Asia (MOA) recently opened its stunning new attraction, the 55,000 sq. m. MOA Sky, with a launch event that doubled as a whirlwind celebration of entertainment and community spirit. The event began with a captivating performance by the National University (NU) Dance Company, followed by a keynote…