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DSWD calls for food donations, volunteers for Walang Gutom Kitchen

The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) yesterday called on restaurants and fast food outlets for donations for the agency's newly-opened Walang Gutom Kitchen (WGP).

TB prevalent in Tondo - Garin

House Deputy Majority Leader and Iloilo 1st District Rep. Janette Garin warned yesterday that 1,280 people are inflicted with turberculosis (TB) in Tondo, Manila.

Christmas in Rizal's El Fili

The book El Filibusterismo by Jose Rizal is a sequel to the novel Noli Me Tangere.

SOFRONIO VASQUEZ SET TO CELEBRATE 'THE VOICE US' VICTORY IN PHL

IF ALL GOES AS PLANNED, Sofronio Vasquez is returning to the Philippines this January 2025 for a short but sweet homecoming before diving back to work as \"The Voice US\" Season 26 champ.

Jung Hae-in wants fans to see him beyond rom-com roles

For Jung Hae-in, taking on roles across diverse genres would always be a challenging yet rewarding feeling as an actor striving for versatility in his career.

It's all about work and self-love for Ai-Ai delas Alas in 2025

Ai-Ai delas Alas has just wrapped up her regular stint as a judge and mentor to aspiring singers in the singing and reality search \"The Clash.\" This role, as one may call it, will carry on in the new year, aside from her being an actress and a performer.

NATIONAL ARTIST NORA AUNOR HAS 'SPECIAL PARTICIPATION' IN MMFF FILM 'ISANG HIMALA'

The lead actress of the 2024 Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) official entry \"Isang Himala,\" Aicelle Santos, had the pleasure of meeting National Artist Nora Aunor long before filming the movie musical.

ABS-CBN thanks GMA for continued broadcast of 'It's Showtime'

ABS-CBN recently confirmed that its long-running noontime show, \"It's Showtime,\" will retain its current timeslot on GMA Network.

Living Innovations reaffirms its commitment to customers and long-time brand partner Minotti with a newly renovated Minotti Manila

Living Innovations proudly opens the doors to an expanded Minotti showroom in Bonifacio Global City, Taguig, unveiling new and redesigned spaces within the flagship location.

I DID IT MY WAY – WITH FRANK SINATRA!

Last Christmas I had a Pinoy tree adorned with Filipino Santas, capiz stars (parol), woven leaves of organic material like sinamay, buri, pandan, abaca bags (bayong) and cut-out cards of Filipino heroes and legends, Komiks characters, and folk riddles.

Christmas Tree

There's something undeniably magical about the moment when the Christmas tree is finally decorated. Whether it's the twinkling lights, the scent of pine (if one is so inclined to forgo faux in our tropical climate), or the sound of spirited seasonal sounds in the background, the act of decking out the tree has become a beloved holiday tradition that brings families together year after year.

The Hands That Crafted the History of Philippine Sculpture

Isabelo Tampinco y Lakandola (1850-1933) can be regarded as \"the greatest Filipino sculptor of the colonial period\" known for his ecclesiastical works, architectural ornamentation, funeral and decorative arts.

LEE BYUNG-HUN ON 'SQUID GAME': 'IT BECAME UNIVERSAL WHEN WE BEGAN TO DOUBT WHETHER THERE IS TRULY HUMANITY LEFT IN THIS WORLD.'

The universal appeal of Squid Game is explained by Korean superstar Lee Byung-hun, whom I got to interview in Seoul one-on-one, during the world premiere of Season 2 of the mega Netflix hit.

'SQUID GAME' CONQUERS THE WORLD AGAIN, WITH SEOUL AS THE CENTER OF ITS UNIVERSE

The promotions for Season 2 of Squid Game came in strong. Global activities that delighted fans of the hit Netflix series were all over, and I mean everywhere.

Maynilad to advance water pollutant research

West Zone concessionaire Maynilad Water Services Inc. said it has partnered with the University of the Philippines (UP) to advance research on emerging pollutants in Metro Manila's water sources and wastewater systems.

Okada Manila to eliminate single-use plastic bottles

Okada Manila partnered with Swedish firm Nordaq to elevate its sustainability initiatives by getting rid of single-use plastic bottles.

Ayala Group teams up with DepEd, Khan Academy

The Ayala Group is teaming up with the Department of Education (DepEd) and Khan Academy to boost the key competencies of learners in the country.

ICCP arranges P1.25-B loan for Pueblo de Oro

Independent investment house Investment & Capital Corp. of the Philippines (ICCP) has arranged a P1.25-billion loan facilities for Pueblo de Oro Development Corp. (PDO), the residential development arm of the ICCP Group.

Cebu Pacific boosts fleet with new aircraft

Low-cost carrier Cebu Pacific has welcomed its 16th aircraft for the year, raising its wide-body fleet for long haul routes, such as Australia and Dubai, to 10.

The dangers of imported cement

Unless our government does something fast, then we might as well say goodbye to our local cement industry.

Security Bank manages 3 more FWD products

Security Bank Corp. has taken over the management of three additional variable life (VL) insurance funds of FWD Life Insurance, which enhances its investment offerings to customers.

The real Christmas story

Here is an old material I have kept for some time credited to anonymity. I guess this is the best time for me to share this with you.

Hasmadai barred from soliciting investments

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has ordered the Hasmadai Group to permanently stop from conducting unauthorized investment solicitation activities.

DOTr eyes Phl as Asian leader on sustainable transport

The Department of Transportation (DOTr) hopes to turn the Philippines into the Asian standard for sustainable mobility through several big-ticket projects currently being pursued by the government.

Masungi honored as Best Practice Project for World Expo 2025 in Japan

The Masungi Georeserve Foundation has been honored as a Best Practice Awardee by Team Expo 2025 Osaka for its project, \"Restoring Forgotten Watersheds Through Youth-Led Movements.\"

Pinoys find ways to cope with rising prices - study

Sari-sari stores in the country saw double-digit increases in sales of seasoning and recipe mixes this year, highlighting the resourcefulness of Filipinos as they navigate rising prices.

DTI, DOF release interim rules on CREATE MORE

The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) and the Department of Finance have issued interim rules to enable investment promotion agencies (IPAs) to register projects and offer incentives under the CREATE MORE Act, while waiting for the law's implementing rules and regulations (IRR).

DA, OceanX partner for marine research, sustainability

The Department of Agriculture (DA) has partnered with global ocean exploration non-profit OceanX to advance exploration and assessment of the health of the country's fisheries resources.

Converge gets out of hole vs Ginebra

Converge showcased its own version of the never-say-die spirit to steal one from Barangay Ginebra on the road.

AMORES LICENSE REVOKED

Erring cager John Amores can no longer play professional basketball in the aftermath of his involvement in a shooting incident in Laguna.