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Vigan Longganisa Lasagna (Photo release)  MANILA, Philippines — Lasagna is among the Italian pasta dishes that Filipinos love. Well, you can love it even more by injecting a Pinoy twist into it. Why not use Vigan longganisa instead of the usual ground beef (or pork!) in your lasagna? Yes, it …

From left: Contest judges Salvador Ching, Fil Delacruz and Raul Isidro; contest organizers Marjorie Davila Ruiz and Jay Ruiz of Sentro Artista; and judges Juno Galang and Elmer Borlongan. (Sentro Artista) MANILA, Philippines – The 12 finalists of the “Hindi Umuurong sa Pagtulong” art competition organized by the Philippine Charity …

In just a month, the eagerly awaited Earthshot Prize 2023, initiated by Prince William to celebrate impactful eco initiatives, will reveal its winners. As we anticipate this event, we shine a spotlight on Coastal 500, one of the 15 environmental projects contending for recognition. In this edition of ECO VOICES, we …

Iceland expedition with clients (Access Travel/Release)  MANILA, Philippines — As the pulse of travel beats stronger, seven in 10 Filipinos are gearing up for overseas adventures, according to a recent study by GrabAds. With this trend, travel agency Access Travel aims to emerge as a premier choice for luxury expeditions. This …

The staff of Veganuary celebrating World Vegan Day last November 1. (Photo release)  MANILA, Philippines — November 1 is not only All Saints’ Day, it is also World Vegan Day. It is a day when vegans all over the world come together to raise awareness about animal rights and to …

Last Oct. 30, Filipinos once again cast their votes for the Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Election (BSKE). From the campaign period to post-election, colorful political tarpaulins adorned the streets, bearing the faces and slogans of candidates vying for public office. These eye-catching banners are essential for campaigns, but they often …

Photo of John Sage, founder and CEO of Accessible Travel Solutions. (Philstar.com)  KIGALI, Rwanda — Traveling remains a significant challenge for people globally. However, one individual is determined to enhance global travel accessibility, particularly for persons with disabilities. Meet Texas-native John Sage, founder and CEO of Accessible Travel Solutions. Despite …

Whether painted on canvas or sculpted with copper, Katrina possesses an artistic vision that translates spiritual sentiments into tangible masterpieces. A distinct emotion emerges when one gazes upon a piece by Katrina Cuenca. Each creation she produces exudes a sense of weightlessness, encouraging observers to not merely observe but truly …

In this Nov. 6, 2023 photo, Tourism Secretary Christina Frasco attends the World Travel Market Minister’s Summit in London. (DOT, TPB / Release)  MANILA, Philippines — Tourism Secretary Christina Frasco is leading the Philippine delegation at the highly regarded World Travel Market Minister’s Summit being held in London, United Kingdom. …

Swiss Embassy hosts a classical piano concert featuring Joseph-Maurice Wder H.E. Amb. Nicolas Brühl welcomes guests to the exclusive event  In celebration of 65 years of diplomatic relations between the Philippines and Switzerland, the Ambassador of the Embassy of Switzerland in the Philippines, H.E. Nicolas Brühl, together with his wife …