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MANILA, Philippines – Senator Loren Legarda emphasized the power of culture and history in shaping modern Filipino identity at the relaunch of the National Archives of the Philippines’ (NAP) archival exhibition, “Manila: Nexus of Empire,” which explores Manila’s significant role as the heart of Spanish influence in Asia from the 16th to the 19th century. “When the Spanish arrived, they did not discover Manila, they encountered it: a city already vibrant with commerce, diplomacy, and cultural exchange,” Legarda asserted. “But here lies the paradox: even under domination, Manila shaped the empire as much as the empire sought to shape Manila,” said […]…

Keep on reading: Legarda reminds Manila’s role in shaping modern Filipino identity

MANILA, Philippines — Nine years ago, Sherwin Meneses used to be one of the promising young coaches in the collegiate ranks when he handled his alma mater Adamson in the UAAP women’s volleyball tournament from 2012 to 2016.  Away from his school, Meneses made his own mark when he was tasked to take over the Creamline Cool Smashers from coach Tai Bundit in the PVL in 2022, winning seven titles including a historic grand slam last year — the first since the league had three conferences in one season. The most successful professional volleyball coach now faces a new challenge […]…

Keep on reading: Sherwin Meneses raring for UAAP return with NU unfazed by pressure

Love speaks in many languages, but at The Mall | NUSTAR, it speaks through carefully curated gifts that transcend the ordinary.      This Valentine’s Day, forget the conventional approach to gift-giving. Instead, explore presents that evoke specific emotions and create lasting memories. From timeless jewels to adventure gear, here’s your guide to finding that perfect expression of love.   For The ‘Forever Yours’ Gift When words fall short, let jewelry speak. The Mall | NUSTAR’s luxury jewelry boutiques offer pieces that embody eternal commitment.  Chow Tai Fook This Valentine’s Day, celebrate love with exquisite pieces that capture romance and […]…

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CEBU CITY, Philippines — A welder was apprehended with P13.6 million worth of suspected shabu in his possession during an anti-illegal drugs operation in Sitio Kamanggahan, Brgy. Labangon, Cebu City on the early hours of Wednesday, February 12. The arrested suspect was identified as 49-year-old alias “Sherman,” a welder and a resident of the barangay. Sherman was apprehended at around 1:35 a.m. on Wednesday. The drug bust was conducted by agents of the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency in Central Visayas (PDEA-7), together with Naval Forces Central, Regional Police Drug Enforcement Unit, and Labangon Police Station. READ:  Cebu City ‘drug den’ […]…

Keep on reading: Welder caught with P13.6M ‘shabu’ in Cebu City drug bust

Margarita Forés was remembered by her colleagues in the food industry, and among them were Chef Tatung, Erwan Heussaff and Abi Marquez who regard the late chef as an inspiration and a true icon. Chef Tatung honored Forés, whose artistry, dedication and love for food, he said, were “unparalleled.” “The culinary world is mourning the loss of a true icon, Gaita Forés. The passionate advocate of Filipino cuisine and an inspiration to so many leaves behind a legacy that will continue to shape the industry for generations,” he wrote on his Facebook page. Heussaff, a known personality in the local […]…

Keep on reading: Chef Tatung, Erwan Heussaff, Abi Marquez pay tribute to Margarita Forés

The UAAP Season 87 men’s and women’s volleyball tournaments fire off on February 15. Games are held Wednesday, Saturdays and Sundays as the first round of the volleyball action runs until March 16. The NU Lady Bulldogs are the defending champions of the UAAP women’s volleyball tournament, winning the crown after beating UST Golden Tigresses last season. Their men’s counterparts, meanwhile, are trying to win a fifth straight title this season. READ: UAAP teams go overseas to prepare for Season 87 volleyball battle Venues for the first round are Mall of Asia Arena, Filoil EcoOil Arena and Smart Araneta Coliseum. […]…

Keep on reading: SCHEDULE: UAAP Season 87 volleyball tournament first round

MANILA, Philippines — Critics of the government’s social welfare programs should stop their criticisms since a recent survey showed that an overwhelming number of Filipinos vouched for these initiatives, according to lawmakers. In a joint statement on Wednesday, three House leaders made the appeal citing the Social Weather Stations (SWS) and Pulse Asia survey results, which showed that 80 to 90 percent of Filipino respondents found them beneficial. “Let’s listen to our fellow Filipinos. They support the social welfare programs, and these are helping them. Enough, stop the criticism,” Senior Deputy Speaker Aurelio Gonzales Jr. said in Filipino. He pointed […]…

Keep on reading: Solons to critics: Most Filipinos support gov’t social welfare programs

MANILA, Philippines—With Gilas Pilipinas a hectic schedule, Tim Cone brought in some reliable faces to help the national team prepare for its training camp in Doha, Qatar and the third leg of the 2025 Fiba Asia Cup Qualifiers. Justin Brownlee and Troy Rosario were given days off by the Gilas coaching staff to recover from Ginebra’s hectic quarterfinals series against Meralco, so Cone brought him some of his role players at the Gin Kings to help with scrimmages READ: Gilas Pilipinas gets things going ahead of Doha friendlies, qualifiers Ralph Cu, who was once a practice player for Gilas, answered […]…

Keep on reading: RJ Abarrientos, Ralph Cu step in as practice players for Gilas

MANILA, Philippines – Camille Villar vows to focus on helping Filipinos attain their dreams to have their own homes, and improve their lives once she gets the chance to serve as senator this year. “Ano ba ang pangarap ng Pamilyang Pilipino? Iniisip ko, ano ba ang pangarap ko sa aking mga anak? Una, ay bahay at lupa kung saan mapapalaki natin ang ating anak na ligtas,” said Villar, who is running under the Alyansa Para sa Bagong Pilipinas during the proclamation rally in Laoag on Tuesday. “Sapat na hanap buhay, trabaho o pangkabuhayan,” she added, emphasizing that she would prioritize measures […]…

Keep on reading: Camille Villar to help Filipinos attain dream homes, sustainable livelihood

MANILA, Philippines – Makati Mayor Abby Binay warned the public on Wednesday against a scammer using her name and telephone number to solicit money. According to the mayor, the scammer, who uses her picture and number, sends messages asking for money to be deposited in a bank account of a certain “Rex Andrew C. Alarcon.” The message identifies the bank and account number and promises to reimburse the amount deposited. The mayor said the scammer could have managed to get her number using an IMSI catcher, a device that downgrades a smart phone to 2G allowing the scammer to send […]…

Keep on reading: Mayor Abby Binay warns against scammer using her name to ask money