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MANILA, Philippines — Ballet Manila revealed its offerings for 2024 under its 26th season "Ballet Master Pieces" and the three off-season shows that will close the year. Company director and revered ballerina Lisa Macuja-Elizalde unveiled the lineup at a press conference last January 31 in Aliw Theater, Ballet Manila's home …

FLORENCE, Italy – “Can you keep a secret?” Such was among the lines of Jared Leto portraying Paolo Gucci in the 2021 crime/mystery thriller “House of Gucci.” The real House of Gucci, however, is far from tragic – but also thrilling, nonetheless. In Firenze’s (Florence) Piazza della Mercanzia lies its …

MANILA, Philippines — The photos of Kathryn Bernardo and Jericho Rosales jogging as posted by a social media user is currently the talk of the town. A Facebook user named Joanne Canja posted photos of her and her friends with Kathryn and Jericho. They took selfies with the actors separately. …

for SM MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine public hospitals and local health centers ceaselessly fulfill their duty to bridge the gaps in health and wellness despite countless hurdles—from health scares to persistent resource constraints and infrastructure challenges. As these quests become more daunting, the Filipino spirit of bayanihan thrives within …

MANILA, Philippines — Passion and dreams fuel endless progress. Dear Self Aesthetic and Wellness Center consistently demonstrates this commitment with the recent launch of its 11th clinic in Dasmariñas, Cavite and, notably, its inaugural branch within a mall—SM Market Mall. The Tecson siblings, who hold a chain of aesthetic and …

MANILA, Philippines — Since all roads led to Iloilo last weekend for the grand celebration of the Dinagyang Festival, it is perhaps the best time, too, to get to know Iloilo’s not-so-known heirloom dishes. Ilonggo cuisine is replete with unique culinary treasures prepared with not-so-usual ingredients. One such heirloom dish …

BURANO, Italy — Looking for an offbeat destination in Italy? Apart from being under the radar, Burano, an island 45 minutes off Venice, stands out for its multicolored homes mirrored in its famous lacework. Accessible via a “vaporetto” (Venetian water bus) from St. Mark’s Square, Burano has been known for …

MANILA, Philippines — Miss Universe 2023 1st runner-up Anntonia Porsild of Thailand arrived in the Philippines where she was welcomed by her good friend and the reigning Miss Universe Philippines Michelle Dee. Anntonia is visiting the country to perform her duties as Miss Universe Thailand and as the runner-up to …

MANILA, Philippines — Philippine bet Michelle Arceo has been named 2nd runner-up at the recently concluded 32nd edition of Reina Hispanoamericana. Peru's Maricielo Gamarra won the crown followed by Miss Brazil, Miss Curacao and Miss Colombia. Miss Grand Philippines congratulated Michelle on her accomplishment. "Congratulations to our very own Michelle …

MANILA, Philippines — This year, 2024, will be the Year of the Wood Dragon – a year forecasted to bring new changes, challenges and opportunities in line with the symbol of the dragon as an extraordinary and talented creature in Chinese culture. To welcome the new year and to attract …