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Fresh from this week’s press conference, Sake Manila 2026 officially announced its return for its biggest edition yet, set to take place at the Grand Ballroom of Forbes Five-Star integrated resort Okada Manila. Ralph Joseph and Ronnie Joseph together with the Sake Brewers  Now in its third year, Sake Manila …

MANILA, Philippines — Jollibee’s signature Chickenjoy has once again claimed the top spot in USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards, earning the title of No. 1 Best Fast Food Fried Chicken in the United States for the third consecutive year. The recognition, determined through public voting by USA Today readers, …

A woman walks past the entrance of a Bulgari store in Shanghai on June 29, 2023 (AFP / Pedro Pardo)  MILAN, Italy — Italian police raided the offices of several luxury brands including Bulgari and Chanel over suspicions they used sub-contractors employing Chinese workers, a prosecutor said Thursday. The other …

Stitched from struggle BEYOND THE SEEMS Jaycee is showing that talent doesn’t need privilege to make its mark in fashion. (Photos: Orangedot) Let’s be real. The fashion industry is not for the faint-hearted. It is a world where names, connections, and privilege can open doors long before talent gets the …

The private island resort in Dimakya Island gains fresh international recognition for luxury hospitality, family travel, weddings, and sustainability Discovery Coron earned top honors at the 2026 REVE Luxury Awards and the Travel + Leisure Luxury Awards Asia Pacific 2026, adding to its growing list of international recognitions for luxury …

Japanese clothing brand Uniqlo is encouraging women to rethink how they wear loungewear with its fall/winter 2026 Lounge & Underwear Collection, designed to transition seamlessly from relaxing at home to everyday activities. Natalia Escaño, Olivia Banzon and Rocio Escaño model pieces from Uniqlo’s latest Lounge & Underwear Collection, which combines …

Young freelancers and online workers learn that earning outside a traditional office also means keeping track of taxes and official records Young Filipinos are finding more ways to earn through freelance projects, online businesses and digital platforms. As these income streams grow, so does the number of first-time taxpayers learning …

Muji has introduced a new makeup collection in the Philippines, with the line available exclusively at its SM Aura branch. The collection includes a pressed finishing powder with UV protection. PHOTOS FROM MUJI PH This eye shadow palette delivers gradients on its own and layers effortlessly with other shades for …

Composite photo of Niana Guerrero, Bretman Rock, and Valkyrae (Release: Bretman Rock, Valkyrae via Instagram)  MANILA, Philippines — Three individuals of Filipino descent landed on the “2026 TIME100 Creators” list by Time magazine, a compilation of 100 content creators deemed to have “the most influential digital voices.” All three representatives …

Meycauayan Mayor Henry Resurreccion Villarica and Bulacan 4th District Rep. Linabelle Ruth Ramos Villarica marked a milestone as they celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary with a renewal of vows at St. Michael the Archangel Church in Bonifacio Global City.  Bishop Deogracias Yñiguez, Congresswoman Linabelle and Mayor Henry Villarica and Fr. …