Politicians, government executives, and other personalities made statements with their Filipino attire on Monday as they walked the red carpet at the Batasang Pambansa in Quezon City before hearing President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s second State of the Nation Address (SONA). First Lady Liza Araneta Marcos wore a bright yellow embroidered …
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’Egay’ to peak just under super typhoon level
Typhoon “Egay” is forecast to continue intensifying and become a super typhoon by late Tuesday or early Wednesday. Should it shift closer to the landmass of Luzon, however, Egay may peak at an intensity just below the super typhoon threshold, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) said. …
Read More »Mask wearing in public transport no longer required
The Department of Transportation on Sunday said that wearing face masks in public transport is no longer required after President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. lifted the Covid-19 state of public health emergency. Transportation Secretary Jaime Bautista said physical distancing protocols in public transportation have also been lifted, and all passenger vehicles …
Read More »Making a healthy diet affordable for every Juan
It’s one topic that’s inarguably close to every Juan’s heart (or should we say, stomach): nutrition and health. To celebrate Nutrition Month this July, Nestle Philippines, in partnership with the Quezon City Local Government, welcomed over 4,000 residents of Quezon City and nearby cities to the launch of its Family …
Read More »‘Parang Barbie lang’: Imee Marcos wears 2 outfits for SONA 2023; ‘Filipino Barbie’ goes viral
MANILA, Philippines — Senator Imee Marcos wore a traditional Cordillera outfit for the second State of the Nation Address (SONA) of her brother President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. Imee explained that she chose to wear the outfit as a tribute to the Cordillera culture. "Bilang isang Lagunawa o 'Anak ng …
Read More »In photos: Politicians, celebrities don Pinoy designers, fabrics on SONA 2023 red carpet
MANILA, Philippines — Michael Leyva designs take center stage as politicians and celebrities walked the red carpet for President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr.'s State of the Nation Address (SONA) 2023. But while the Filipino designer was a favorite among personalities this year, many of the attendees also came in ensembles …
Read More »Guiao welcomes Bay Area but…
With foreign squad Bay Area set to make a comeback in the coming PBA Season 48 this October, Rain or Shine coach Yeng Guiao hopes the Office of the Commissioner will make sure that local professional ball clubs won't suffer blowout losses the way they did based on last season's …
Read More »Malixi falls short as Romero hacks out 1-up win in US Girls’ Junior
Rianne Malixi wobbled a bit at resumption of the exacting 36-hole duel and lost whatever rhythm and momentum she had gained in a brave morning stand, yielding a 1-up result – and the championship – to Kiara Romero of the US in the US Girls' Junior final at the Eisenhower …
Read More »Eala yields to French foe in ITF Spain semis
Filipino tennis ace Alex Eala yielded to French Jessika Ponchet of France, 6-2, 4-6, 2-6, in the semifinals to exit the W100 Vitoria-Gasteiz at the Pista Amution outdoor hard court of Peña Victoriana Tenis Club in Spain on Saturday, July 22 (Manila time). Alex Eala PHOTO FROM EALA’S FB PAGE …
Read More »PH bows to Canada in Women’s Softball World Cup
The Philippine women's softball team made a gallant stand but was still overwhelmed by Canada, 5-0, in group C action of the Women's Softball World Cup late Saturday, July 22 (Manila time) in Italy. The Philippines, ranked 26th in the world, entered the tournament feeling motivated and confident but the …
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