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Arts & Culture

‘LAWIG’, A SERENE AND POIGNANT CONCEPT OF PEACE

Peace is not a path walked alone; it’s a fleet of boats, sailing side by side through uncertain waters, toward a shared horizon. Each boat, with its own story, carries its weight, its struggles, and its aspirations. Some glide on calm seas, others fight through the storm. But only together, in harmony, can they reach […]

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Arts & Culture Festivals Food, Health & Fitness

MAGINHAWA ARTS AND FOOD FESTIVAL 2024: A CELEBRATION OF CULTURE, CUISINE, AND COMMUNITY

Following the phenomenal success of the 2023 Maginhawa Arts and Food Festival, which saw over 40,000 highly excited visitors and generated over PhP 2,000,000 for local merchants, the Maginhawa Food Community is proud to announce an even bigger event this year on December 7, 2024. This year’s festival promises to be a grand celebration of […]

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Arts & Culture

‘THE EARTH’S PILLARS’: A TIMELESS GIFT FOR ALL AGES

Our planet is currently facing many serious challenges. This makes global sustainability and health very important. Every bit of message passed on towards these goals contributes immensely to the kind of world the next generations will inherit. In “The Earth’s Pillars,” Don Jomar Olegario has created a fun and engaging book for kids that encourages […]

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Arts & Culture Politics

MISS MASSKARA CANDIDATES SHOWCASE COSTUMES

Fifteen stunning candidates for Miss Bacolod Masskara showcased their vibrant festival costumes during the Festival Costume Competition held at Ayala Malls Capitol Central. These elaborate costumes symbolized the key projects and programs of Bacolod City under the administration of Mayor Albee Benitez. Each costume creatively reflected the city’s ongoing developments, which include the Bacolod Museum, […]

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Arts & Culture Government

MMFF BEGINS SPECIAL SCREENING OF 50 ICONIC MOVIES

The Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) started the special screenings of the iconic MMFF movies from the past 50 years in various cinemas at an affordable rate of P50 as part of its celebration for its 50th edition. The special screening of “Jose Rizal” happened in SM Manila in the City of Manila, the festival’s […]

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Arts & Culture Politics

LAS PIÑAS CELEBRATES 17TH WATERLILY FESTIVAL

Following its commitment to reinforce taking care of and conserving the environment, Las Piñas held its Waterlily Festival again. It is now in its 17th year. Through the festival, its founder, Senator Cynthia Villar, wants to continue instilling awareness about the importance of environmental sustainability for future generations. “Through this Waterlily Festival, we are able […]

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Arts & Culture Politics

MISS UNIVERSE PH CHELSEA MANALO BACK IN BULACAN

The entire Province of Bulacan was abuzz with excitement as they welcomed home its beloved Reina La Bulakenya, Miss Universe Philippines 2024 Chelsea Anne Manalo in a victory parade at the Provincial Government. Through a grand program, Manalo was greeted with cheers and applause from her fellow Bulakenyos led by Governor Daniel Fernando and Vice […]

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Arts & Culture Politics

LEGARDA HOSTS MISS EARTH BEAUTIES IN ANTIQUE

Senate President Pro Tempore Loren Legarda, in collaboration with the Office of Congressman Antonio Legarda, once again hosted the Miss Philippines Earth (MPE) candidates in her home province, Antique. Twenty-Nine (29) beautiful Filipinas visited the province from April 20 to 21, as Antique continues to be one of MPE’s environmental partners under this year’s theme, […]

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PADILLA MOURNS PASSING OF ACTRESS JACLYN JOSE

Senator Robin Padilla joined Filipinos in expressing sympathy and condolences over the passing of Jaclyn Jose, who he described as an “icon of professionalism, grace and talent in the entertainment industry.” Padilla filed Senate Resolution 943 where he sought to have the Senate express “profound sympathy and sincere condolences” on the passing of Jose, Mary […]

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GUINNESS BID AT QC FOR MOST NUMBER OF PORK DISHES

In line with the National Pig Day Celebration, the National Federation of Hog Farmers, Inc. (NatFed) will attempt to set a Guinness Record for the most number of pork dishes on display and to be served afterwards. The world record attempt will serve as a kick-off event of the organization’s five-day Hog Festival in Cubao, […]