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As another new year begins, the options for joining challenges that promote reading are endless. But as some readers eagerly flock to these challenges, often sharing their stats on social media, others can find them off-putting and anxiety-inducing. That’s why some challenges take a different approach.  Some say the challenges …

Miss Universe Philippines – Quezon City candidate Jocelyn Cubales (Miss Universe Philippines – Quezon City via Facebook)  MANILA, Philippines — A 69-year-old fashion designer is among the candidates competing for the Miss Universe Philippines – Quezon City (MUPHQC) crown, vying for a spot in the national finals. Jocelyn Cubales, who …

Browns, greens, and other earthy colors will take center stage in 2024 Embrace softness, classic, and technological advancement The new year is poised to shift design rather dramatically in ways far unlike recent years. This is even hinted at by Pantone’s release of Peach Fuzz as the color of the …

As preventive medicine continues to gain prominence in healthcare, the role of cancer markers in early detection and intervention cannot be overstated. In the Philippines, proactive screening for cancer markers such as CMV, EBV antibodies, AFP, CEA, CA 19-9, CA 153, CA 125, ionized Calcium, Ferritin, G6PD, LDH, and Vitamin …

Anthony ‘Ka Tunying’ Taberna (second from left) recognizes Dodong’s (third from right) success at the annual employee appreciation party A driver’s uplifting tale of overcoming poverty Three decades ago, in the quiet town of San Carlos, Negros Occidental, a young grade 5 student named Dixon Alfabete, affectionately known as Dodong, faced …

This Nov. 4, 2023 photo shows passengers of Norwegian cruise ship MV Norwegian Jewel dancing along during the send-off rites in Puerto Princesa City, Palawan. (Puerto Princesa Tourism / Facebook) MANILA, Philippines — The Southwestern Tagalog Region of MIMAROPA (Mindoro, Marinduque, Romblon, Palawan) are expecting 37 cruise calls this year, according to …

Chefs JP Anglo (left) and Chavi Romawac team up for their first-ever prison community project Every time I hear of activities like this, I light up with pride and joy knowing that our people continue to exhibit the true essence of a Filipino — kind, loving, and doing things with …

Noëll EL Farol explores uncharted territories For as long as man has learned to think, one question he has always grappled with is figuring out his ultimate purpose for being. Scientists, philosophers, and even non-believers may offer unique and contrasting answers any given day, none of which however, is accepted …

Calming your fur baby At a Glance Studies have shown that having their own sleeping space alleviates feelings of separation anxiety in many pets. STRESS-FREE FURBABY Watching the body language of our fur babies can help determine if they are feeling any form of discomfort (Photo Freepik) There are many …

Girl group KAIA (left) and actress Gabbi Garcia (right) (Photo release)  MANILA, Philippines — Life is full of unexpected situations. So expect something you are not ready for to suddenly drop onto your lap and face it head-on. Be comfortable in your own skin, draw a little confidence from within, …