Features
The lesson of Sta. Maria Goretti to Filipinos
March 26, 2024, 10:01 am
MANILA – In a quiet part of Manila's Paco district, along United Nations Avenue, stands the Sta. Maria Goretti Parish, a young parish, having been established about 42 years ago. However, thousands of Catholics have flocked to its grounds throughout the years, especially to pray and express… Read More
Bicol's culinary delights for the Holy Week
March 25, 2024, 3:11 pm
DARAGA, Albay – No trip to Bicol will ever be complete without basking in its flavorful culinary delights. So, if you are planning on a gastronomic adventure this Holy Week, try these delicacies that are guaranteed to excite your tastebuds, minus the guilt. Albay's native snacks Stop by this… Read More
Taiwan’s smart, net-zero efforts: Making progress one step at a time
March 25, 2024, 11:33 am
TAIPEI, Taiwan – Chinese philosopher and Taoism founder Lao Tzu once said, “A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.” This proverb proves to be a guiding light for Taiwan in its journey of pursuing innovations and sustainable development through achieving net zero emissions.… Read More
Reviving Ilocos cultural traditions through weaving
March 21, 2024, 8:50 pm
LAOAG CITY – A vintage photo of a woman manually spinning thread in Vintar, Ilocos Norte, documented by an American writer in 1920, has sparked interest among residents to revive a cultural gem that once flourished in this landlocked municipality. Vintar, located some 330 miles north of Manila,… Read More
Strawberries remain top La Trinidad tourist magnet
March 19, 2024, 9:28 pm
LA TRINIDAD, Benguet – The strawberries produced in this capital town serve as top reasons why tourists visit. While there are several agri-tourism attractions in the capital town, the strawberry farm in Barangay Betag is a magnet, bringing in thousands. "We have declared that the OTOP (one… Read More
Unlimited free watermelons, but leave the seeds
March 15, 2024, 9:16 pm
BANGUED, Abra – With the dry months approaching, made worse by El Niño, residents here find ways to quench their thirst while having fun. A visit to Barangay Sappaac here can do the trick while helping farmers. “It was fun, different and a worth-it experience, having to watch the young… Read More
Woman on wheels: Unfazed Pinay steers hobby into a career
March 14, 2024, 1:27 pm
MANILA – Breaking gender barriers across income opportunities has been one of the challenges faced by many Filipino women, not to mention the struggle of thriving in male-dominated jobs. Such include the emerging demand for the food and delivery services field which has spiked significantly… Read More
'Mujeres Del Artes' spotlights Filipino women artists
March 8, 2024, 8:22 pm Updated on March 8, 2024, 10:31 pm
MANILA – A month-long art exhibit was launched on Friday, International Women's Day (IWD), to showcase the talent and resilience of Filipino women artists. Artipolo, a group of artists from Antipolo City, Rizal, launched the exhibition "Mujeres Del Artes 6," at Chef Jessie Rockwell Club in… Read More
How PH's 1st village scouting unit transformed an entire community
March 6, 2024, 4:30 pm
LEGAZPI CITY – In 2006, at the age of six, Jubille Marlourd Lucena was introduced to the world of KAB (Kabataang Alay sa Bayan) Scouting. Clad in his white t-shirt, khaki shorts, matching yellow cap, and neckerchief, with the wooden carabao proudly hanging around his neck, the boy made a solemn… Read More
Filipino health workers vital care providers in UK – envoy
March 5, 2024, 11:13 pm
BAGUIO CITY – Filipino medical professionals, especially nurses, are known for being compassionate and caring, thus considered important parts of United Kingdom’s health service. Iain Cox, political counsellor of the British Embassy in Manila, said British people have, one way or another,… Read More
Elderly stroke victim wins brand new car in Cagsawa Festival raffle
February 29, 2024, 5:15 pm
DARAGA, Albay – With 15,700 tickets in the mix, the odds of winning the grand prize, a brand new car in the Cagsawa Festival raffle, were slim for William Mendioro, 61. But this did not deter this soft-spoken senior citizen, who suffered a mild stroke two years ago, from trying his luck.… Read More
Persons with autism test photography skills documenting Panagbenga
February 26, 2024, 6:21 pm
BAGUIO CITY – Eight Persons with Autism (PWA) put to test their years of photography training during the Baguio Flower Festival (Panagbenga) during the weekend.The eight PWA were accredited by the Baguio Flower Festival Foundation Inc. (BFFFI) and granted access to vantage locations during the… Read More
Cagsawa Festival dishes out gastronomic delights
February 25, 2024, 12:07 pm
DARAGA, Albay – Coconut milk and chili are at the heart of Bicolano cuisine, but if there is one place in the region that surely knows how to tickle taste buds using these key ingredients, it is Daraga town in Albay. As part of this year's Cagsawa Festival, five cooks from all over the region… Read More
Julio Neo Mendoza: Albay's theater icon
February 24, 2024, 4:39 pm
DARAGA, Albay – Julio Neo Mendoza, 65, has always put his body where his ideals are. The streets became his stage, making theater, dubbed the "art of the elite," accessible to the masses, during the 70s. In the wake of a destructive typhoon that turned some villages in Albay province into… Read More
Love at first swipe: stories of online strangers-turned-spouses
February 14, 2024, 10:49 pm
MANILA – Navigating love through online dating platforms in the digital age poses both ease and excitement. Among the frequently used online dating applications for Filipinos is Tinder, where users may easily find their "perfect match" by swiping right. Tinder, developed in the early 2010s,… Read More
Veggie bouquet, fruit baskets sold as healthy Heart's Day gift options
February 14, 2024, 6:45 pm
MANILA – Looking for a healthier and fresh twist to the same old Valentine's Day gifts like a flower bouquet or a box of chocolates? How about gifting your loved one with a bouquet of vegetables? This and other unique gift items like "love baskets" of fruits or eggs have been “specially… Read More
Finding love offline
February 10, 2024, 12:17 pm
DARAGA, Albay – As more and more Filipinos turn to online dating platforms to find love at first swipe, algorithm-driven matchmaking is rapidly invading the human domain of romance. In this technology-saturated world, can love still find its way outside of dating apps? Three young couples share… Read More
For Chinese New Year, why not visit QC's own Chinatown
February 9, 2024, 7:30 pm
MANILA – Binondo's Chinatown is probably the country's most popular one. But did you know that Quezon City has its own Chinatown, which at 591.9 hectares is said to be one of the largest in the world? For this Chinese New Year, this area could be the perfect alternative place to immerse oneself… Read More
How microloan turned Masbateño bus driver into entrepreneur
February 9, 2024, 5:44 pm
MASBATE CITY – When the Covid-19 pandemic brought the entire country to a standstill, former bus driver Alladin Villar's world came to a screeching halt. The imposition of lockdowns and travel restrictions put a strain on his ability to provide for his family's needs, thus the father of three… Read More
For Albay's golden couples, every day is Valentine's Day
February 6, 2024, 4:22 pm
DARAGA, Albay – In a world obsessed with the idea of love that stands the test of time, two couples from Albay who have breached the 50-year mark prove that finding a match made in heaven goes beyond romantic chemistry. Commitment and contentment When the Mirabete couple, Wilfredo, 75; and… Read More
