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Here’s your guide to exciting—and insightful—events this Independence Month

As Filipinos living at such a tumultuous time in our country’s history, this year’s Araw ng Kalayaan should serve as a reminder for us to hold even closer and dearer to our hearts the values our heroes of old fought for: courage, honor, and yes, freedom.

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Beauty pageant Q&As: From complex to simple, always thought-provoking

Questions from pageants around the world have ranged from mandatory HIV testing (2009) to the economic crisis (2008), pregnancy during reign (1999) and the essence of a woman (1994).

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You can now find katsu, takoyaki, and other yummy Japanese dishes in the Oxford English Dictionary

The Oxford English Dictionary (OED) got updated on March 26 and part of the newest inclusions are 23 Japanese words, with over half of these related to food or cooking.

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South Korean tourists are still the Philippines’ top visitors

Rounding out the top five are American, Chinese, Japanese, and Australian tourists.

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Pet invasion! 17,000 furbabies descend upon Ayala Malls Manila Bay for 2024 Pet Summit

Last April 12 - 14, pets enjoyed a paw-some time as Pet Summit Philippines, the country's premier pet trade show, celebrated its 10th anniversary milestone with the largest gathering of pet enthusiasts and industry experts yet.

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A fur-ever home: Lessons on caring for stray animals from Mexico’s palace cats

The country's National Palace is home to 19 feral cats who have been recently declared "living fixed assets" by the government, ensuring them a lifetime of care.

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Lea Salonga set to be immortalized at Madame Tussauds Singapore

Making a wax figure requires 500 exact measurements, 150 photos, and a large team of sculptors and artists. If you...

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A Japanese man sets up postbox for letters of grief from people who lost loved ones in 2011’s tsunami

So far, the postbox has received more than 1,000 letters saying such things as: “I wish I could meet you in my dreams” and “I always think of you.”

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Your pets, strays need protection from the heatwave, too

We better keep ourselves protected from scorching temperatures until the heatwave wanes. However, it’s not only us who should be taking extra precautions against the punishing heat. Our beloved pets, especially strays who don’t have a place to call home, need protection from the intense heat, too.

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Sizzle this summer with these local swimsuit labels

Hermès illuminates the mystique of the twilight world at Paris Fashion Week

Looking for a reset this weekend? Westin Manila is hosting a three-day wellness festival

Boracay ranks 6th among Asia’s best beaches, according to TripAdvisor

No more cranes: Sagrada Família nears final touches after 144 years

Live like a local: New, low-key things to do on your next trip to South Korea

50 & Co. Bakery rethinks what a commissary can be

Bacha Coffee expands to the Philippines with first Manila store

The World’s 100 Best Coffee Shops 2026 is out and Yardstick is the Philippines’ sole entry at No. 34

Broadway hit ‘A Chorus Line’ dances into Manila with a Filipino heart. Here’s what to expect

Women of genius: Thought leaders, trailblazers, and creators who changed the world for good

Diesel disrupts Milan Fashion Week with spectacular set design and color-drenched collection

Samsung Galaxy S26 is here: What to know before you upgrade

Why hybrid setups and co-working spaces fit how we actually work today

Here’s how to make money outside the office: Millennial moms share their side hustles

Meet the local labels to champion at DTI’s Bagong Pilipinas trade fair

Red light & chill: Why couples are trading dirty martinis for DNA repair

Thoughtful and elegant gifts for every kind of love this Valentine’s Day

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Here’s your guide to exciting—and insightful—events this Independence Month

Beauty pageant Q&As: From complex to simple, always thought-provoking

You can now find katsu, takoyaki, and other yummy Japanese dishes in the Oxford English Dictionary

South Korean tourists are still the Philippines’ top visitors

Pet invasion! 17,000 furbabies descend upon Ayala Malls Manila Bay for 2024 Pet Summit

A fur-ever home: Lessons on caring for stray animals from Mexico’s palace cats

Lea Salonga set to be immortalized at Madame Tussauds Singapore

A Japanese man sets up postbox for letters of grief from people who lost loved ones in 2011’s tsunami

Your pets, strays need protection from the heatwave, too

Gen-chan, Osaka Tennoji Zoo’s resident ‘handsome’ hippo turns out to be female

The Philippines is dead last in a global ranking of best places for startups

Singapore is world’s fifth smartest city, Manila drops six places to 121st