These grand masterpieces were designed for each local festival. A festival of Kings and Queens of the Isabela region.
Asia’s Most Expensive City for Singles in 2025
Singapore is the most expensive Asian city for singles, a new report reveals. The cost of solo living there now exceeds average monthly incomes by about $200. This puts financial strain on single residents, especially young professionals and expats. The findings come from a November 2025 study by a Singapore-based moneylender. The research analyzed living costs across several Asian countries. It focused on single-person households. Key expenses included housing, utilities, transportation, and entertainment. Safety and quality of life were also…
Iloilo City Grabs the Katipunan Award at 2025 Mobility Awards
Iloilo City has made history. It is the first recipient of the prestigious Katipunan Award. This recognition was given at the 2025 Mobility Awards ceremony. This landmark achievement celebrated champions of active mobility across the Philippines. It was alongside Quezon City's designation as the Most Bike-Friendly City of the year. It highlighted significant strides in creating more sustainable, accessible, and people-centered urban environments. Representatives of the Iloilo City received the Katipunan Awards. Photo: George Buid, 2025. This year marks the…
Paper Giants Is A Celebration and Resistance
The emcee announced a segment of the festival, a stop dance for the higantes. More than fifty effigies made from papier-mâché gathered at the front of Angono Plaza. They played stop dance as a homage to a childhood game. The humor came from the emcees calling out the ousted giants. They named prominent figures like “Jose Rizal” and “Tiamzon” and even business-owned higantes. The emcee shouted, “SM Savemore, tanggal ka na!” as 10-foot-tall giants waddled with their hands on their…
Lighting the Path to Peace and Pinoy Festivity
The Embassy of Israel held an early celebration of Hanukkah. This year there are more…
A Holiday Away From Home at Savoy Hotel Manila
The holiday season is glowing at Savoy Hotel Manila. The hotel welcomes guests from across…
Alice Leaps to Life in Ballet Philippines’ Dreamy Wonderland
Ballet Philippines casts a festive spell this holiday season. The company launches its spectacular new…
Dive into the Dragon's Dance: Quezon City Celebrates Chinese New Year in Grand Style!
Unveil Banawe’s hidden gems. Join an exclusive tour led by renowned guide Stanley Chi. Explore stunning landmarks like the Sheng Lian Temple and the “Paifangs” friendship arcs.
Baro't Saya returns
I’m so amazed by how these designers are taking a traditional garment and making it modern and sustainable.
Let's Go to the Bambanti Festival: Where Scarecrows Strut and Crocodiles Rule
Get ready for giant straw figures strutting their stuff. Beauty queens are crowned with corn cobs. Prepare for a healthy dose of crocodile reverence. Bambanti’s got it all.
Wag a tail at the Snoopy Paw Park
Your pup prances through a Snoopy-themed maze, sniffing out adventure around every corner.
The Red Sea of Devotees
The glass casket, once a shield, now seemed a fragile and frosted barrier against the tide of faith. The air crackled with anticipation, a million whispers blending into a thrumming […]