Chef Myke ‘Tatung’ Sarthou/Chef Tatung Sarthou MANILA, Philippines — Chef Myke “Tatung” Sarthou has gone beyond kitchen duties as he finds himself leading a multi-platform community covering various topics in his quest to “democratize the space.” The chef has been steadily creating cooking videos on YouTube via his Simpol channel, …
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DOH expands health services access via eGovPH app
Department of Health Undersecretary Emmie Liza Chiong (screengrab from Bagong Pilipinas Ngayon) MANILA – The Department of Health (DOH) is ramping up its integration with the national eGovPH app to bring healthcare services closer to all Filipinos. In a Bagong Pilipinas Ngayon interview on Thursday, DOH Undersecretary Emmie Liza Chiong said they …
Read More »How becoming a mom at 40 shaped Iza Calzado
Versatile actress Iza Calzado (right) is now a mom to Deia Amihan Actress Iza Calzado opened up about her late entry into motherhood at the Watsons Mom & Baby Wonderland held May 8 at the SM Mall of Asia, sharing how giving birth at 40 changed the way she sees …
Read More »Presence as defiance
‘I’m Still Here’ highlights the psychological toll of such disappearances, which persist even in modern democracies (AI-generated image) The quiet terror of state repression in ‘I’m Still Here’ In the late 20th century, several nations of the Global South leaned towards military-backed authoritarianism, and one of the most disturbing words …
Read More »Anita Magsaysay Ho’s granddaughter-in-law follows in her footsteps
Artist Wonhee Delgado with her painting which is presently on exhibit at the Pinto Art Museum, Gallery VII Wonhee Cha, wife of Rashid Delgado, whose parents are Helen Magsaysay Ho Delgado and Robbie Delgado, have been friends of mine for almost four decades. Whee, as her friends call her, finished her Bachelor …
Read More »CCP mourns passing of artist Tony Perez
MANILA, Philippines — Tony Perez (Antonio Benjamin Silva Perez), an exceptional playwright, screenwriter, poet, fictionist, visual artist, teacher, psychic trainer, and mage, passed away on May 20, the Cultural Center of the Philippines announced on Wednesday. He was 74. Antonio Benjamin Silva Perez PHOTO FROM FACEBOOK/CCP Born in 1951 in …
Read More »Serving up self-love and sunshine
PVL player Fifi Sharma embraces her morena skin and newfound confidence while exploring new passions beyond volleyball PVL star Fifi Sharma on loving her morena skin, building confidence, and trying new things beyond volleyball For Premier Volleyball League (PVL) star Fifi Sharma, learning to embrace her morena skin was not …
Read More »Anko opens second store in Alabang Town Center
Australian brand Anko has officially opened its second store at the ground floor of Alabang Town Center in Muntinlupa City. This expansion brings Anko’s signature in-store experience to one of Metro Manila’s most dynamic retail hubs. Known for its quality and affordable home and lifestyle products, Anko offers everything from …
Read More »Muji Philippines opens largest and first flagship store in Glorietta
Muji, short for Mujirushi Ryohin, translates to “no-brand quality goods.” More than just a retail brand, it embodies a philosophy of simplicity, functionality, and thoughtful design. Established in 1980 in Tokyo’s Aoyama district with only 40 products, Muji has since expanded into a globally recognized lifestyle brand known for its …
Read More »Spain on every plate
Bistronomia Group brings the flavors and soul of Spain to Manila with a media dinner showcasing authentic dishes from its four standout restaurants Cristina Garcia-Villalba Marba, Chef Alfredo Rodriguez Sangrador, and Marta Aranda Baños Some meals arrive with subtlety. Others step into the spotlight. At a recent media dinner at …
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