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Vice President Leni Robredo: Destined

By JOSE PAOLO S. DELA CRUZ She was a wife with no plans of being widowed; a widow with no plans of running for Congress; a congresswoman with no plans of running for vice president. But like many reluctant heroes, Maria Leonor Gerona Robredo would soon learn, that life isnâ€™t…

MaArte: The all-Filipino crafts fair returns for its eighth run

With "ber" months just around the corner, bazaar season is going to be in full swing sooner or later!Â To ease you into the season of shopping Olympics, step intoÂ 8 Rockwell Penthouse on Aug.26 to 28 and find yourself waist-deep in awesome finds in this crafts fairÂ that featuresÂ all-Filipino artisans. TheÂ name says…

Aileen Clemente: Journey to Success

Bright, dynamic and charismatic, Aileen Clemente has taken Rajah Travel Corp. to new heights. Could she be the tourism industryâ€™s golden ticket to success? When Aileen Clementeâ€™s mother first started Rajah Tours in 1972, it was comprised of only five employees in a small office under the Ambassador Hotelâ€™s stairs.…

Curatorial Intensive comes to Manila

Responsible for managing exhibits and interpreting contemporary art, curators are key players in the development of artistic and cultural heritage. But art is dynamic, and as such, curators need to continually learn new skills to keep up with the demands of this ever-changing discipline. Knowing this, the Independent Curators International…

Seven jewelry inspirations to help you accessorize like a pro

We know the rule: invest in classic yet versatile wardrobe pieces then accessorize to your heartâ€™s content to spruce up the look. For a woman in this day and age, itâ€™s essential to learn to accessorize like a pro! Whether it's necklaces, bangles, earrings or bracelets we're talking about, getting…

Dr. Pinky Valdes: From girl power to brain power

Today, more than ever, our society finds itself of dire need of educators who will inspire not only the minds of our world's future leaders, influencers, movers and shakers, but also mold their hearts and guide their spirits. See how Dr. Pinky Valdes, president of the Assumption College, intends on contributing to…

NOBU-dy but them: Chefs Ricky Estrellado & Michael de Jesus

No matter where you go, nothing beats the flavors of home.Â Nobu New York executive chefÂ Ricky Estrellado and Nobu Manilaâ€™s head chef Michael de Jesus Â raise their glasses to that, and join forces to createÂ a special eight-course Omakase dinnerÂ scheduled on Aug. 18 to 19. (Visiting Executive Chef Ricky Estrellado of Nobu…

Snap! Capture Filipino-Chinese ties in this photography contest

From mooncakes in our fridge to lucky fortune cats on our desks, to fireworks and dragon dances on certain times of the year, there's no denying that Chinese culture has been inculcated to Filipino culture.Â No one knows this better than the Federation of Filipino Chinese Chambers of Commerce and Industry,…

Michael Christian Martinez: Ice Prince From the Tropics

The face of the Philippines at the 2016 Summer Olympics inÂ Rio de Janeiro, Brazil is none other thanÂ De La SalleÂ table tennis varsity player Ian "Yanyan" Lariba. She won't only be participating as a member of the Philippine team, but will also beÂ the official flag bearer of the country's delegation, giving…

Eight inspiring stories to start the eighth month of the year right Pt. 2

How is the first week of August going for you? Hopefully it's been only all good, positive vibrations withÂ zeroÂ antagonizers raining on any parades (we get enough rain from the monsoon season). For those in need of a potent pick-me-upper, or for anyone simply looking to be inspired today, here is…