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MANILA, Philippines — BPO network Telus International Philippines (TIP) celebrated Pride Month with members of the media through a brunch-cum-colloquium at the queer-owned coffee shop, Butterboy, in Quezon City. As the provider of digitally-enabled customer experience and business process solutions, the company has been in the forefront of creating policies …

I have always envisioned a place where pets can get the best care and attention,” said Dr. Mace Licuanan, vet to Boris, Vodka, Gorby, Mr. Gizmo and Miss Kitty, my fur babies. “The Mandaluyong Animal Clinic along Boni Ave had gotten too small to handle all the cases that were …

In the world of beauty pageants where swimsuit competitions are a must, a new contender has emerged with the aim to offer a refreshing perspective. The Miss Philippines, a new pageant created by the same team behind Miss Universe Philippines (MUPh), aims to empower women to become ambassadors of the …

MANILA, Philippines — An audible gasp was heard from the audience when the gorgeous Catriona Gray sauntered into the runway at the Marriott Grand Ballroom. Our Miss Universe 2018 was wearing the finale piece of design wunderkind Jaggy Glarino at the “Marry Me At Marriott” affair. The participation of the …

MANILA, Philippines — Actors and siblings Camille and John Prats gave their parents a wonderful surprise by holding their 40th anniversary and renewal of vows in the island paradise of Boracay. Camille and John shared their parents' important milestone in their respective Instagram accounts. "Surprised our parents with a Renewal …

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines will be sending its own robotics team to an international Lego robotics Olympiad in Denmark this year, His Excellency Franz-Michael Mellbin, Denmark’s Ambassador to the Philippines, announced at the recent opening of Lego Certified Store in Shangri-La Plaza, Pasig City. “Lego, of course, is about …

MANILA, Philippines — GCash Stories returns with a powerful new release featuring Turing Quinto, as the face of GCash’s “Werk With Pride” advocacy for Pride Month. Directed by Antoinette Jadaone, the film celebrates pride by putting a spotlight on GCash's commitment to inclusivity and financial empowerment while telling the story …

Global apparel retailer Uniqlo announced the launch of select items worn by professional golfer and Uniqlo global brand ambassador Adam Scott during tournaments held from April 2023. The designs were specially created by fashion designer Lucas Ossendrijver, renowned worldwide for his fusion of quality materials and elegance. Items will be …

MANILA, Philippines — A 47-year-old overseas Filipino worker (OFW) who works as a styrofoam sculptor for theme parks in Dubai is the seventh Filipino to win 1 million Emirati Dirhams (AED) or P15 million. According to the Gulf News, Jeffrey won the prize at the weekly draw, just a few …

MANILA, Philippines — Award-winning artist Bruno Mars returned to the Philippines yesterday, June 24, and he knows how to have fun with his Filipino side. During his concert at the Philippine Arena in Bulacan, Bruno intermittently exclaimed Filipino words, much to the amusement of the crowd. It was not as …