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Café 1228 reopens with fresh ambiance and expanded buffet

Café 1228 at New World Makati Hotel is reopening its doors with a renewed vibrancy, offering guests a refreshed ambiance, enhanced kitchen facilities and an expanded buffet selection curated by executive chef Warren Brown. While retaining its inviting ambiance, Café 1228 now boasts a fresh, airy feel with new countertops…

Michael Leyva blooms anew with “Memoria ng Hardin” 2026 Couture collection

The designer pays tribute to his late brother in a garden of elegant designs through a captivating fashion show held as part of Weddings at The Peninsula Manila. By FRANCHESCA L. TUAZON Big names such as First Lady Liza Marcos, Senate President Chiz Escudero and fashion icon Heart Evangelista, along…

PNP Batangas and St. Luke’s Medical Center team up to support women in the force

The Philippine National Police (PNP) Batangas, led by PCol. Jacinto “Jack” Malinao Jr. partnered with St. Luke’s Medical Center to launch “Fit to Serve: A Program for the Wellness of Women Police Officers.” This initiative underscores the resilience, dedication, and well-being of women in law enforcement by providing essential health…

Rising son Michael Orlina’s first solo exhibit opens to the public

Under the tutelage of his father Ramon Orlina, Michael started creating glass sculptures after graduating with a degree in Arts Management from De La Salle – College of Saint Benilde. In "Shifting Reality," an exhibit that runs until April 27, the budding artist steps out of his father’s long shadow…

Conrad Manila lines up series of inspiring experiences and festive flavors for Easter

The hotel welcomes the entire family as it celebrates Easter with an array of culinary delights, enchanting confections and engaging activities designed to create memorable moments designed to foster joy and the spirit of togetherness. "At Conrad Manila, Easter is a cherished occasion to inspire connections and indulge in meaningful…

Weddings at The Peninsula Manila cites at least eight reasons why it’s a must-go-to event

Thinking of going to a wedding fair this weekend? Then The Peninsula Manila is the place to be, as the hotel unveils it latest edition of Weddings at The Peninsula and More 2025 on April 5 and 6, Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Among its highlights is…

Kris Aquino posts latest health update on her Instagram account

In a five-minute montage of videos and photos, a gaunt Kris Aquino showed her followers the extent of her “pain and struggles” due to lupus. At the same time, she also appealed to them, through her post’s caption, to pray for her. By ALEX Y. VERGARA Six weeks after she…

Championing and safeguarding women’s economic opportunities in a digital world

As National Women's Month draws to a close, BPI head of consumer banking MARIA CRISTINA 'GINBEE' L. GO pens an empowering message for women in the digital age. March is an inspiring time as we come together to celebrate National Women’s Month. This year’s theme, “Babae sa Lahat ng Sektor,…

Live it up at Lanson Place Mall of Asia

Comfort, convenience and sophisticated living — long-staying guests can expect these and more from Lanson Place Mall of Asia, your home away from home. Tourists, expatriates and corporate guests need not look far for a place to stay in the heart of the city as Lanson Place Mall of Asia…

SM City Sta. Mesa: Mall at once

BY JOSE PAOLO S. DELA CRUZ With its newly opened pickleball court, indoor kids’ playground that comes complete with bump cars, jaw-dropping cinema, and a plethora of dining and shopping options to choose from, SM City Sta. Mesa is no longer the SM Centerpoint of your youth. It's even better.…