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The Philippine beauty industry has been growing at a phenomenal rate. In fact, it’s expected to grow 6.1 percent to P139.8 billion in 2016. Increased demand has been driving this growth, as Filipinos become more discerning users of cosmetic products and services.

By Jake Coyle / The Associated Press New York—Michael Caine sits down for lunch at the St. Regis Hotel in midtown New York, clutching a copy of the day’s Daily News, given to him by the hotel doorman, who has earmarked a photo of Caine and his Youth co-star Jane Fonda. 

Los Angeles—If the teasers, trailers and hints haven’t sated your appetite for all things Star Wars in advance of the latest entry in the franchise, then it’s time to tap into the force of fan films. 

By Bree Fowler / The Associated Press New York—Online fraud spikes during the holiday shopping season, as people searching for the perfect gifts take to cyberspace and head to traditional stores armed with their smartphones. 

By Jesse J. Holland / The Associated Press Neil Gaiman is one of the world’s beloved writers and could probably work on any project he wants. And what he wanted to do is go back to his roots in the comic-book world.

By Leanne Italie / The Associated Press New York—Taking on a cat is one thing; “catifying” your home to rise to true Cat Person status is another.

By Jake Coyle / The Associated Press New York—Is there any better team player in movies than Mark Ruffalo?

The Good Dinosaur is Pixar’s most trippy and tripped-up film: a wayward tale, un­certain of its steps, about a Gumby-green young di­nosaur lost in prehistoric forests that are rendered in lushly sensory detail and populated by bug-eyed ani­mations.

Stylist travelers pay attention to detail and consider everything, including what to wear to the airport and what will be the “outfit of the day” at each destination.

The most wonderful time of the year is near, and it’s sure to be filled with glad tidings and gift-giving. For this occasion, Eastwood Rich­monde Hotel’s The Lounge presents sweet Christmas treats, baked with love, from our kitchen to you and your loved ones.