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MG Philippines adds ‘color’ to your #stayathome itinerary!

Another day, another extension for the community quarantine that covers many parts of Luzon. And if you’ve already tried working on your six-pack, making your own Dalgona coffee or raiding even the most obscure corners of your Netflix account, then maybe it’s time to take a stab at something a…

The journey of a hero

By Isabella Olivares Some heroes enter the battle with raised shields and swinging swords. Others enter the fray with shining ideals and an unparalleled sense of volunteerism — and they come out wiser, stronger and more determined than ever. The journey is a central element in the story of a…

How Pinoys in Pisa battle COVID-19

Story and photos by BÜM D. TENORIO Jr. “Grabe dito sa Pisa. It’s like [the] Apocalypse. We feel paranoid. May konting sumakit lamang sa katawan, feeling namin infected na rin kami. Fear is everywhere.” The Filipino is an international race. We are everywhere. In Pisa, Italy alone, some 300 people from Gulod, my barrio in Cabuyao, Laguna, now live and work in that part…

How to make a lockdown liberating

By Joanne Rae Ramirez In this time of lockdown, invite ‘Marie’ into your house Kondo, that’s who. Before Yoon Se-ri, there was KonMari. Marie Kondo, also known as “Konmari,” has written four bestselling books on organizing. Her book The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up (2011) has been published in more…

Dr. Andrew Tan donates one million liters of alcohol

If you've been to the supermarkets and drugstores recently, then you've probably discovered that alcohol is the new gold. Another revelation: stocks have been virtually depleted. Fortunately, some individuals and companies have taken notice and have stepped up to find a solution to the problem. One company that's helping to alleviate the…

Anthology Festival 2020 is set to take place in Intramuros

The historic Fort Santiago in Intramuros, Manila, will once again host the Anthology Architecture and Design Festival, happening on February 7 to 9. Now on its 5th edition, the event will carry the theme "Think Architecture," as curated by William Ti, Jr. Principal Architect of WTA Architecture and Design Studio.…

Volvo’s XC90 T8 Twin Engine wins Driving Electric Awards

By Faith Argosino Volvo’s XC90 T8 Twin Engine has triumphed in the DrivingElectric Awards, being named Best Electrified Seven-Seater. It's the first honor for the plug-in hybrid version of the large SUV, which was groomed by a series of performance, technology and styling upgrades that made it more appealing to…

Friendly neighbor: TECO donates $100,000 to victims of Tisoy in Sorsogon

By Faith Argosino The Taipei Economic and Cultural Office (TECO) in the Philippines recently donated some P5 million ($100,000) to the Manila Economic and Cultural Office (MECO) for the victims of Typhoon Tisoy in Sorsogon, citing Taiwan’s long-standing friendship with Gov. Francis “Chiz” Escudero and the people of the province…

Donizetti’s “Lucia di Lammermoor” set to hit the high notes at the CCP

"We are very excited to bring 'Lucia di Lammermoor' to the Philippines. One of the most significant bel canto roles in all the operas, Lucia is quite challenging to perform. It has been challenging for us to find the best opera singer who would fit the role, and I'm so…

Anytime Fitness reveals this year’s ‘Ultimate Purple Champion’

To end an almost 3-mo campaign, the world’s largest and fastest-growing gym franchise, Anytime Fitness, throws their biggest Battle of the Purple Warriors event to date. Held recently at the Music Hall, SM Mall of Asia, the annual Battle of the Purple Warriors gathered six contending teams from different Anytime…