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Creative perfumer Francis Kurkdjian is a master at capturing freshness. Today, when humidity levels exceed 80 percent, wouldn’t you just love to take a dip in a turquoise lagoon in a rainforest? This is the essence of Aqua Media, the latest and greenest in Maison Francis Kurkdjian’s Cologne Forte line. …

Japanese trendsetting brands Snidel and Fray I.D are now in Mitsukoshi BGC. A sumptuous silk frock with hiking sandals doesn’t read like good styling on paper, yet it’s this eclectic mix that makes the look work so well. The dress is a stunner with an unabashedly feminine silhouette featuring a …

MANILA, Philippines — Actor Jericho Rosales has been the face of Kuya J as the restaurant's main ambassador for over a decade now, and he is thrilled to witness it go through yet another change in its branding. Last June 29, Kuya J held the launch of its 4.0 version …

MANILA, Philippines — Actress Dolly de Leon is treasuring her recent inclusion in the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences as a primary success for Filipino artists. "The Triangle of Sadness" star was invited to join the Actors branch of the Academy last June, making her an eligible voter …

MANILA, Philippines — Mabuhay! Kanpai! The Philippines-Japan Friendship Month is celebrated every July, commemorating the diplomatic relationship between the two countries which started on July 23, 1956. This year, Hatsu Hana-Tei Restaurant is giving one free bottle of beer to the first 24 guests to get a table reservation for …

MANILA, Philippines — Mark your calendars! Want to save on your usual or anticipated purchases? Here are some July 7 deals that could give you the best bang for your buck: A happier, healthier you at Watsons A sweltering Monday afternoon, said to be the hottest recorded so far this …

MANILA, Philippines — A janitor couple working in Ateneo de Manila University has both their son and daughter graduate from the prestigious university with honors. According to a report by "24 Oras Weekend," siblings Rica and Riel Gutierrez both graduated cum laude from the university. Rica finished Management Economics this …

The powerful K-pop duo from one of Korea’s top K-pop groups EXO, EXO-SC’s Sehun and Chanyeol, came back to Manila with a sold-out FanCon Tour last May 20 at the Araneta Coliseum. The day was packed with lots of activities from morning to night. Before the actual show, fans gathered …

MANILA, Philippines — More information are being revealed about the ill-fated OceanGate Titan submersible, which imploded in the ocean depths last month while trying to visit the wreckage of the Titanic, killing the five passengers onboard. Inside the Titan when it collapsed were OceanGate chief Stockton Rush, British businessman Hamish …

Fried chicken is undeniably one of the best comfort foods available. Its versatility allows for various presentations — as a kiddie meal paired with spaghetti for children or as bar chow to pair with your beer. The options are endless. In fact, most of us would have a go-to recipe …