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MANILA, Philippines — Actress Kathryn Bernardo celebrated her 28th birthday by confirming she is the first-ever Philippine ambassador of French cosmetics company Lancome. Kathryn posted on her Instagram account a promo video of herself showing different items in the brand's Idôle line. "Don't let anyone tell you that you’re not …

MANILA, Philippines — Model Deniece Cornejo is living the best days of her life performing many roles in different agencies. In an exclusive interview with Philstar.com, Deniece said she had transitioned her life with so many blessings, learnings and opportunities. “I’m indeed very grateful to Lord, Jesus, dahil nagbunga ang …

MANILA, Philippines — Model Deniece Cornejo had a message for her fellow Filipinas this International Women’s Month. Philstar.com exclusively asked Deniece how hard it is to be a Filipina. “Reflecting on our history, we have endured deprivation and battled for equality in the face of a patriarchal society that held …

MANILA, Philippines — Kapamilya singer Sarah Geronimo revealed that she and her mother Divine are now in good terms. In a report by ABS-CBN News, Sarah said that Divine congratulated her for her latest achievements. “Yes! Thank you Lord! I love you, Ma!” Sarah said. “Love you ‘Ma. We love …

MANILA, Philippines — Have you ever paused to think about the intricate details that go into making your favorite food and beverage packaging? The importance of packaging for F&B products goes beyond aesthetics; it plays a crucial role in preserving freshness, ensuring safety, and enhancing convenience, ultimately shaping our overall …

for Metrobank MANILA, Philippines — Achieving your home goals, be it purchasing a new property as an investment, or making important renovations and repairs at your family home, is a huge project. With it comes meticulous planning and preparations. An integral component in achieving this dream is looking for ways …

MANILA, Philippines — Content creator Small Laude believed that clothes are investments. In an interview with Philstar.com at Shein's recent pop-up store opening in Festival Mall in Alabang, Small said it depends on what brand the clothes are for these to be considered as investments. "Clothes are investment. It depends …

MANILA, Philippines — Kapamilya star Belle Mariano had a message for her fellow women this Women's Month. At her contract renewal as international lifestyle brand Shein's Filipina ambassador, Belle advised women to explore more out of their comfort zone. "It just doesn't go with my generation, it's for all generation. …

MANILA, Philippines — “Megastar” Sharon Cuneta shared updates on her “Mega” mansion and “forever home” that she declared in an Instagram post in 2021 had been master-planned to withstand even an intensity 9 or 10 earthquake. At a round table interview early this month following her performances to celebrate the …

By now you know that I am a descendant of Maria Rizal, the sister immediately before Jose. We are many cousins, some closer than others. Lately we have become closer friends as we grow older. The family “shrine,” if I can call it that, is a bungalow beside Laguna de …