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11 May

Preserving ethnic traditions at Kaamulan festival

Philippines festivals are mainly rooted in faith and devotion – Sinulog, Ati-Atihan and Dinagyang honor the Santo Nino, while Pahiyas and the Carabao festivals are dedicated to San Isidro Labrador. In Bukidnon, their festival focuses on their identity, their traditions, customs and unity of the indigenous communities. It’s called Kaamulan Festival. The name “Kaamulan” is derived from the Binukid word …

11 May

Coron offers more than a snorkeling experience

Coron, Palawan explodes with myriad beaches and island destinations, offering unforgettable experiences to visitors. Coron forms part of the Calamian Islands, together with Busuanga, Culion, and several other smaller islands, many host diverse tourist spots and accommodations. At the top of the list is Kayangan Lake which is the most-visited in Coron. Located on Coron Island, Kayangan Lake is famous …

11 May

Testimonials to jeepney modernization benefits

Operators and driver-members of the Pandacan Transport Services and Multipurpose Cooperative (PTSMPC) proudly testifies that the Public Transport Modernization Program (PTMP) of the Department of Transportation (DOTr) improved their lives – by replacing the old boundary system for the security of weekly salaries and multiple social benefits – manifesting the program’s aim of professionalizing the transport sector. DOTr Secretary Giovanni …

11 May

Kris Aquino on the road to recovery from COVID-19

by Boy Villasanta Although she’s still battling another serious malady apart from the many severe illnesses she has been dealing with for years, Queen of All Media Kris Aquino is slowly but surely recovering from her recent bout with COVID-19. “Di pa po (She’s not) totally recovered,” intimated one of Kris’ closest friends, writers and allies when asked about her condition …

11 May

The topsy-turvy married life of Melanie Marquez

For twenty-five years, beauty queen and actress Melanie Marquez has endured a union with American husband Adam Lawyer and how! For the longest time since she had short-lived relationships with men, Melanie has devoted her love and care for Adam since the day they were married. She indeed committed her marital vows that traditionally say “…to have and to hold …

11 May

Agua de Mayo, Mayflower and the Wedding of the Year between Bea Alonzo and Vincent Co

Entertainment writers JC Nigado and Dindo Balares are rejoicing when the rains of May fall to cool the hot summer. “Ang tawag d’yan, Agua de Mayo (We call it Waters of May),” quipped JC when raindrops fell on our roofs in San Pedro, Laguna over the weekend. While in Bicolandia, Dindo thanks heavens for the rains dropped on his farm. “Agua …

11 May

Go placidly, Danny

Entertainment journalist Danny Vibas was a friend. He was more than a dear friend, actually. And a classmate. We were both alumni of the Faculty of Arts and Letters of the University of Santo Tomas (UST). I was a Literature major while he was a Journalism student. As Lit and Journo majors, we were always fused in one class—including Philosophy …

11 May

BSP vows action to tame inflation surge

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas has pledged to take necessary policy actions to bring inflation back to target levels, as price pressures continue to accelerate due to higher global fuel and food costs. In a statement Tuesday, the central bank said it remains committed to its mandate of maintaining price stability and ensuring inflation returns to its 3-percent target within …

11 May

Metrobank Q1 profit climbs to P12.6-B

Metropolitan Bank & Trust Co. (Metrobank) reported a net income of ₱12.6 billion in the first quarter of 2026, supported by steady asset growth, improved margins, and stronger fee-based revenues. In a recent statement, the bank said net interest income rose by 13 percent to ₱33.4 billion, reflecting sustained lending activity and better yields. Gross loans expanded by 9.2 percent, …

11 May

ADB launches critical minerals financing facility

The Asian Development Bank recently launched a new financing facility designed to help countries in Asia and the Pacific develop critical minerals supply chains that support clean energy technologies, electric vehicles, batteries, and digital industries. The Critical Minerals-to-Manufacturing Financing Partnership Facility includes two main components: a grant window and a catalytic finance window. The initiative aims to support the full …

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