Philippine Philharmonic Orchestra takes on Beethoven At a Glance Music is the one incorporeal entrance into the higher world of knowledge which comprehends mankind but which mankind cannot comprehend. — Ludwig van Beethoven KEEPING CLASSICAL MUSIC ALIVE Members of the Philippine Philharmonic Orchestra (PPO) posing in front of the Cultural …
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Charity gala trains spotlight on support group for young women
From left: Ambassador of France to the Philippines Marie Fontanel, esteemed actor Cesar Montano, acclaimed French actress Emmanuelle Beart, Film Development Council of the Philippines Chairperson Tirso Cruz III, and SM Supermalls’ President Steven Tan Members of the Philippine and French business community, diplomatic corps, arts, culture, media, and civil …
Read More »PH ‘Leading Beach, Dive Destination’; Manila ‘Leading City Destination’ at World Travel Awards 2023
This is the Philippines’ fifth time to win Asia’s Leading Beach Destination and the third time in a row since 2019 to win the Asia’s Leading Dive Destination award. (DOT / Release) MANILA, Philippines — The City of Manila has been named as the World’s Leading City Destination for 2023 …
Read More »Choosing science-backed products over uncertain online reviews
With so many beauty products and well-being supplements popping up on social media and in stores, and with reviews that may or may not be true, it’s even more important to find ones that scientists have proven to be safe, work well, and suit specific needs. As the only Filipino …
Read More »Anne Curtis is serving major pop star energy with her LA tour ‘fits
She even had a twinning moment with music icon Beyoncé Whether on the red carpet or the cover of a magazine, trust that Anne Curtis can deliver a killer look. This time, she takes her style domination to the stage for her “Luvanne”concert in California, USA. In her recent post, …
Read More »TOFA recipient champions Filipino artisans
Maria Victoria Santos Mejia (center) poses with her kids (from left) Gerard, Gabrielle, Gregory, and George If you’re a Filipina recognized by an award-giving body at the same ceremony as luminaries Jessica Soho and Leni Robredo are, then no doubt you’re one empowered woman making a difference. Maria Victoria Santos …
Read More »Elevating PH as global hub for health and wellness
A premier event promoting the Philippines as a global health and wellness destination is set to return on January 26 to 28, 2024, at the SMX Convention Center in Pasay City. Dubbed Health & Wellness Conference and Expo (Confex) 2024, this three-day gathering brings together stakeholders from the multi-trillion-dollar health …
Read More »PH bags four major travel awards
THE Philippines bagged four major awards at the World Travel Awards 2023 held in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, on December 1 (Dubai Time). For the first time, the Philippines received the Global Tourism Resilience Award for demonstrating “global leadership, pioneering vision and innovation to overcome critical challenges and adversity.” Department …
Read More »Wellness made more accessible in new mWell feature
When mWell launched in October 2022, it paved the way for the country’s first fully-integrated health app. Since then, it has gone beyond providing an affordable telemedicine services for patients, giving a full suite clinic management system designed by doctors for doctors, and offering accessible health wearables, among others. But …
Read More »A shoutout to the years that were
From left: The author with Manila Standard Life editor Nickie Wang and ‘Job Well Done’ columnist Joba Botana in La Union’s picturesque Tangadan Falls “Nasaan ang column mo?” came the message from dear friend-editor Nickie Wang one Monday morning two years ago. I remember being confused after reading his message …
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