Lifestyle & Features

PASSERBY By Nestor Cuartero These days, road safety is on everyone’s lips, or perhaps and for the better, consciousness. In the wake of a growing number of accidents on our roads lately, stricter measures must be put in place to safeguard pedestrians and motorists alike. The country can’t easily forget the harrowing news of multiple deaths in NLEX, in Antipolo, …

Maja Salvador, actress and entrepreneur, launched Majeskin, a body care brand, in collaboration with business magnate Rhea Tan, the founder of Beautéderm Corporation. On May 23, Salvador and Tan held a joint press conference at Incanta Cave in Quezon City to announce their latest venture, with the tagline “Glow Beyond The Surface.” The body care brand debuted its main products: …

MANILA, Philippines — Healthcare institutions from across the region gathered in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, last April 10, for the Healthcare Asia Awards 2025, which honor organizations leading innovation and excellence in patient care. Among this year’s winners was Singapore Diagnostics (SGD), a leading medical laboratory in the Philippines, which earned three awards, including Diagnostics Provider of the Year, marking its …

A resounding voice that has echoed across continents, Lani Misalucha—known as Asia’s Nightingale—returns to the concert stage for a grand celebration of four decades of timeless music and artistic excellence. Titled ‘Still, Lani’, this milestone event marks the 40th anniversary of a career that has inspired generations and elevated the Filipino musical legacy on the world stage. Produced by Backstage …

PASSERBYBy Nestor Cuartero Discovered by chance this lovely old house along President Katigbak Street in downtown Lipa City, a mere 5-minute walk from the San Sebastian Cathedral, during a recent holiday break in the old town. The 2-storey wooden house, originally built by Lantin family, has been preserved and reinvented as Chito’s Restaurant & Cafe, serving excellent Filipino dishes. It …

The Abundance of Love exhibit, which opened May 9 at Taal Vista Hotel, celebrating the beauty, strength, and grace of mothers, was a resounding success. Located at the Sampaguita Foyer near the lobby, the exhibit showcased the timeless connection between art and the enduring love of mothers. The exhibit will run up to June 6. Abundance of Love brings together an exceptional group of local …

By Josue Raphael J. Cortez With the much-awaited Midterm Elections happening in a few days, Filipino voters are certainly already feeling the pressure of what May 12 will be like. This election for Senate, Congressional, and Local posts is different from 2022 as its turnout will be reflective — in a way — of how Filipinos perceive the challenges our …

Tendo by Tonik, the market leading provider of digital-powered financial wellness solutions,  announces the availability of its services to Concentrix, the Philippines’ largest private employer with over 100,000 team members. This initiative provides access to Tendo’s innovative tools—ranging from flexible salary-deducted loans to budget coaching and high-yield savings—for Concentrix employees. Tendo reinforces its standing as a trusted resource for large-scale …

OPM hitmaker Regine Velasquez-Alcasid expresses a mom’s pure and unconditional love towards her child in her new single “Lahat Ay Kayang Gawin” written by another OPM icon, Jamie Rivera, and released in time for Mother’s Day. “As a mother, I would take this statement to heart, as it is probably my mindset when it comes to taking my role seriously. …

With much love and passion, Asia’s Romantic Balladeer Christian Bautista continues his commitment to captivate audiences with his music, artistry, and unwavering dedication to his craft, as he renews his partnership with GMA Network on May 6. Present during the event were GMA Network President and Chief Executive Officer Gilberto R. Duavit, Jr., Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Felipe S. Yalong,Officer-in-Charge for Entertainment …