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Celebrating 50 years of APCU

Last Monday, Feb. 26, 2024, the Association for Philippines-China Understanding celebrated its 50th anniversary at The Manila Hotel. As a new member of this organization, I was honored to meet more friends from the Filipino-Chinese community as well as the Chinese embassy in the Philippines, where it was very touching to be acknowledged for my Chinese roots, being part of the Lim family, as well as for the columns that I continue to write in The Philippine STAR, most especially when the original author of Roses and Thorns was my granduncle, Alejandro Roces......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 29th, 2024

‘Avatar: The Last Airbender’ star revisits his Filipino roots

From his very first Filipino morning show guesting on TV5’s “Gud Morning Kapatid” to a farewell dinner, it was the perfect homecoming for Gordon Cormier, who last visited his hometown in Laguna seven years ago......»»

Category: entertainmentSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 24th, 2024

Pinoy Pride on stage of ‘Miss Saigon’ international production

In celebration of Filipino artistry and heritage, the upcoming international production of “Miss Saigon” by GMG Productions boasts a stellar cast of performers with Filipino roots and descent who are taking on the lead roles......»»

Category: entertainmentSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 12th, 2024

Hotshots eye equalizer

By going back to its roots as topnotch shot-stopper, Magnolia has made it a more manageable 2-1 affair against San Miguel Beer......»»

Category: sportsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 9th, 2024

‘Fisheries development and the restrictive economic provisions in the Constitution’

The fact that we have a recently installed Secretary of Agriculture whose business roots are in the fisheries sector has inspired me to look into the state of our fisheries development as a component of our national economic performance......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 30th, 2024

Sinulog’s origins: Tracing the roots of Cebu’s iconic festival

Amid the debates about which Cebu town or city started the Sinulog, an official said they see the annual celebration not as a competition with other Sinulog festivities but as a sincere tribute to the Holy Child Jesus.....»»

Category: newsSource:  rapplerRelated NewsJan 30th, 2024

Agoda Reveals: Khao Lak, Seoul, and Perhentian Island are the Top Destinations for Slow Travel

With slow travel being one of the most talked about travel trends, digital travel platform Agoda shares the top Asian destinations for slow travel for longer stays. Thailand’s Khao Lak takes the crown as the tourist destination where travelers spend the most time. Searches for slow travel have grown threefold in the past five years, […].....»»

Category: newsSource:  metrocebuRelated News6 hr. 31 min. ago

Why do many Filipinos still sleep on street pavements?

On my daily routine traveling to work, I see children with their grown-ups, parents presumably, sleeping on the side streets in makeshift carton shelters......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 7th, 2024

Catholic Church grows to 1.39 billion members; number of priests shrink

The worldwide Catholic Church membership has grown to 1.390 billion in 2022 with Africa contributing to the growth......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 20th, 2024

Trump to face jurors in April before facing US voters in November

Republican strategists say voters have grown accustomed to Donald Trump's norm-shattering behavior, but a guilty verdict could hurt his ability to win over swing voters who decide elections.....»»

Category: newsSource:  rapplerRelated NewsMar 26th, 2024

EDITORIAL — Lights off for one shared home

Since the first Earth Hour was staged in 2007, participation in the event has grown exponentially......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 22nd, 2024

First-in-Davao developments by property pioneer, Alsons Dev

FOR over 60 years, Alsons Development and Investment Corporation (Alsons Dev), one of Davao’s longest-standing real estate developers, has grown alongside the city, actively shaping its economic and physical transformation. As the city celebrates the 87th Araw ng Dabaw, we look back on Alsons Dev’s iconic commercial and residential developments that have left an indelible mark on Davao City’s landscape......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMar 16th, 2024

Where have all the nurses gone?

I could write about the country’s female tycoons who have grown their fathers’ businesses to dizzying heights, including Tessie Sy-Coson, Helen Yuchengco-Dee, Robina Gokongwei and Josephine Gotianun-Yap; or I could write about the Dumaliang sisters who staunchly defend that piece of paradise known as Masungi Georeserve; or I could write about our Filipina athletes waving the flag around the globe......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 9th, 2024

Lola Amour reflects on performing with Coldplay s Chris Martin

The popularity of local rock band Lola Amour has substantially grown over the years, and a special performance with Coldplay's Chris Martin is just another huge step to greater heights......»»

Category: entertainmentSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 28th, 2024

The country is gearing up for more investments

As I have repeatedly said on several occasions, the unprecedented interest in the Philippines has grown exponentially, particularly from the Western world, ever since Ferdinand Marcos Jr. became president......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 24th, 2024

The Best Choice for Sports Betting: A Closer Look at the 1xBet App

Online gaming and betting platforms have grown to become very popular in this modern and fast-paced world. A once-exclusive hobby has now become an accessible and exciting experience. There are numerous betting sites and platforms, such that it can become a struggle to choose. Allow us to introduce you to the 1xBet app, the ultimate […].....»»

Category: sportsSource:  abscbnRelated NewsFeb 23rd, 2024

In a world first, Israel scientists grow testicles in lab

Researchers at an Israeli university have grown artificial testicles, in a development they say could help treat infertility in men, according to various international reports......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 22nd, 2024

I married my first love : Jennylyn Mercado, Dennis Trillo get candid on second-chance love

Sitting down with Karen Davila, Dennis Trillo and Jennylyn Mercado talked about how they've grown more mature over the years as they tried love the second time around and what made their second chance at love work. .....»»

Category: entertainmentSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 17th, 2024

Bringing UP to the people

Since it was established in 1908 as a “university for Filipinos,” the University of the Philippines has grown into a system of eight “constituent universities,” each with a certain degree of autonomy but all of them unified by a common vision, shared practices and high academic standards......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 11th, 2024

Lab-grown proteins, edible containers, and other food innovations we’ll eat in 2024

San Miguel Foods Culinary Center recently presented “Food Forward: A Taste of 2024 Food Trends” hosted by Paolo Abrera and chef Llena Tan-Arcenas, who saw these trends at the 2023 Thailand Food Expo, as well as from SMFCC’s research and observations......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 31st, 2024