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Gov. Migz Villafuerte is one lucky guy

In a counterpart post on her Instagram account, Rachel Peters (@rachelpetersx) declared for all the world to hear--"Your girls (sic) getting hitched!" Taken a bit later in the day, with the couple wearing the same sets of clothes, the series of photos show Migz with his back turned against the…

An heiress who made a difference: Environmentalist and children’s rights advocate Gina Lopez passes away at 65

By Bryle B. Suralta Environmentalist, philanthropist and social responsibility advocate Gina Lopez passed away last Aug. 19, Monday, after a lengthy battle with brain cancer. She was 65. In 2005, Gina was named as one of PeopleAsia's "People of the Year" awardees, having then led the efforts in rescuing around 20,000 children from…

In her own words: The power of women

They walk the talk and put their hearts where their mouth is. As we celebrate International women's Day, we bring you some of the women we admire -- and the words of wisdom they have shared on the pages of PeopleAsia and on the world stage. Maine Mendoza on being beautiful:“I am grateful…

Rachel Louise Peters : One with the universe

Rachel Louise Peters does not simply walk into a room…she glides into one. By VIC S. SEVILLA | Photography by DIX PEREZ When the elevator doors open and she steps out in a pair of jeans and shirt into the corridor of the fourth floor of Shangri-La at the…

Charriol and the 2017 “Women of Style & Substance”

It was a feast of beauty and achievement as PeopleAsia gathered its “Women of Style & Substance” awardees for a sumptuous power lunch at the Pavilion of the Shangri-La at the Fort, Manila. Hosted by famed Swiss watch and jewelry brand, Charriol, the affair was a gathering of the country’s…

Hail to the Queens

For as long as anyone can remember, Filipinos have had a time-tested love affair with beauty pageants. Perhaps it's seeing beautiful faces that excites them the most, or maybe it's the glamorous dresses put on display and the stories of each potential queen that catch their attention. Or, maybe, it's…

Princess Anne: Anne Curtis

Anne Curtis' romantic comedyÂ Bakit Lahat ng Gwapo may Boyfriend?Â (which loosely translates to "Why do all good-looking men have boyfriends?") continues to make her legions of fans laugh with the movie's portrayal of relatable â€” and hilariously awkward â€” situations. The fun-lovingÂ actress was once recognizedÂ aÂ PeopleAsiaÂ Women of Style and Substance awardee in…

The Crowd Favorite: Kylie Versoza

PeopleAsia congraulates Miss International 2016 andÂ PeopleAsiaÂ Women of Style and Substance 2016 awardee Kylie Verzosa who won the crown just minutes ago in Tokyo, Japan! The beauty bested other outstanding women from all over the world, once again proving that the Filipina is right at home â€” and shines the brightest…

Ann-embellished: Ann Ong

Manila FAME has just completedÂ its most recent exhibitionÂ this month. ConsideredÂ the country's premier design and lifestyle event, Manila FAME showcases the best of the best in expertly crafted furniture, home decor, jewelry and fashion, to say the least. OftenÂ featured in the event is three-time Katha awardee jewelry designer Ann Ong whoÂ PeopleAsia…

PeopleAsia’s Women of Style and Substance 2016 Awards Night

"A news item caught my eye; it said that a storm was going to hit Luzon tonight, and I immediately texted our managing editor Paolo Dela Cruz. And I told Paolo, please pray for good weather tonight. And in a heartbeat, he texted back, 'Don't worry, Joanne â€” we will…