If you’re searching for something to watch this Holy Week, Netflix offers a documentary perfect for your holiday binge. “A Queen’s Runway” takes you behind the scenes of one of the Philippines’ biggest obsessions — beauty pageants — following the fierce competition of young women vying for the crown at Miss Universe Philippines, a contest […]

A curious detail caught our eye in a recent press release from the Philippine Tourism Promotions Board: a rendering of the Philippine Pavilion for World Expo 2025 in Osaka prominently features the American flag. Not the Philippine flag, whose pavilion it ostensibly is. If it were Japan’s flag, that might make more sense—the host nation, […]

There’s no better time to experience the heart of Cebu than during Holy Week — when the island slows its pace and reveals a deeply spiritual side woven from centuries of devotion, tradition, and community. Here, ancient rituals blend seamlessly with serene landscapes and soulful cuisine, inviting travelers on a journey of reflection and renewal. […]

Hunger surged sharply among the country’s poorest households in March, underscoring the deepening hardship faced by millions of Filipino families, according to the latest national survey by Social Weather Stations (SWS) commissioned by the Stratbase Group. The survey, conducted from March 15 to 20, found that 27.2% of families experienced involuntary hunger — meaning they […]

The Philippines officially unveiled its pavilion at World Expo 2025 in Osaka on Sunday, presenting an immersive cultural showcase centered on the theme: “Nature, Culture, and Community: Woven Together for a Better Future”. Dubbed simply “Woven,” the pavilion draws on the country’s rich tradition of weaving as both metaphor and method, blending indigenous craftsmanship with […]

Come Sunday, the glass-and-steel austerity of Hong Kong loosens its collar. Along the city’s sidewalks and plazas, a quiet transformation takes place: folding chairs appear where bankers stood; the scent of adobo and pancit mingles with the sea breeze; and voices — bright, unhurried, unbossed — rise above the drone of traffic. This is “Little […]

For many Filipinos, Holy Week is a time of deep spiritual reflection, solemn traditions, and cherished moments with family. In Cebu, the island’s natural beauty provides an ideal setting for both contemplation and relaxation. From quiet beach walks to rejuvenating spa experiences, Holy Week in Cebu invites visitors to slow down and reconnect—with nature, with […]

The murder of Anson Que, owner of Elison Steel, is not an isolated tragedy—it follows a disturbing pattern of brazen kidnappings plaguing Metro Manila’s affluent communities. Just weeks before Que’s abduction, armed men ambushed a 14-year-old Chinese student outside the British School Manila in Taguig City, executing his driver in cold blood before spiriting the […]

Eight architectural firms from the Philippines have earned global recognition for shaping the country’s built environment while preserving its cultural heritage, according to design platform Architizer. The announcement is part of Architizer’s annual spotlight on exceptional practices worldwide, using data from its A+Awards, editorial features, and community engagement spanning over a decade. Rooted in a […]

Converge ICT Solutions Inc. has expanded its footprint in Iloilo through a new partnership with Central Philippine University (CPU) aimed at transforming the educational experience with cutting-edge connectivity and technology. Founded in 1905, CPU is a leading academic institution in the Visayas, recognized for its strong programs in engineering, business, health sciences, and education. The […]