New Lagusnilad Underpass mural art captures Manila’s cultural heritage
Passersby may find themselves walking a bit slower in the newly refurbished Lagusnilad Underpass what with “Masigasig na Maynila,” the arresting mural by the art collective, Gerilya. ‘Masigasig na...
View ArticleFilm and audiovisual workers’ landmark inclusion in Bayanihan 2
Because of the Covid-19 pandemic, the projected loss of the film and audiovisual entertainment industry this year is more than P100 billion with over 760,000 workers in content and live audiovisual...
View ArticleShell ‘National Students Art Competition’ continues despite pandemic
Now that the country is focusing its efforts and resources to stop the further spread of Covid-19, with its citizenry barely managing to cover the basic needs, to launch the annual Shell National...
View ArticleCalling upon a nameless Almighty God
Since the times of ancient civilizations people had been worshipping gods, all of whom were known by name. To Egyptians the most prominent god was Ra, the sun god. To Babylonians it was Bel, to Greeks...
View ArticleFood PH MNL keeps hope alive for displaced restaurant cooks and riders
As the pandemic continues to ravage the country and uncertainty envelopes most industries, more and more stories of hope emerge — stories of ordinary citizens who have stepped up and championed...
View ArticlePartners in content
Lasting friendships in the entertainment industry may be few and far apart, but the best ones have withstood the test of time and business. Mike Tuviera and Jojo Oconer are a good example of a...
View ArticleTo be positive is to be Derek Ramsay
From an interview by Tessa Mauricio-Arriola on the online show, “The Manila Times CSI: Celebrity, Style, and Inspiration,” Thursday nights on The Manila Times Facebook, YouTube and Daily Motion...
View ArticleHonoring Philippine cinema this September (Part 1)
For us, celebrating Philippine Cinema means more than commemorating its significant strides and history; it is honoring the path laid out to us by enriching the industry and stakeholders we have now so...
View ArticleNational Artist for Music Ryan Cayabyab celebrates life
A few years back, the Cultural Center of the Philippines celebrated Ryan Cayabyab’s 60th Birthday by staging a festival of his music. I sat down with Ryan just before his special day, and for an hour I...
View ArticleJehovah or Yahweh? (Part 1)
At last, after centuries of being kept in obscurity, God’s personal name has been restored in the Holy Scriptures. Certain modern translations of the Holy Scriptures have restored God’s divine name in...
View ArticleChris Dumasis’‘sacred space’ of healing in Siargao
Siargao in it of itself is a magical place. Filled with the wonders of nature, it has been often coined as a place of healing and self-care, adding to its wonder is a safe space that is frequented by...
View ArticleLocal app provides livelihood and convenience
Even before the Coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic immobilized most of the population this 2020, more Filipinos have been relying on delivery apps for their needs. Pick A Roo is a ‘fun, full of life and...
View ArticleThis is PAOLO CONTIS
From an interview by Tessa Mauricio-Arriola on the online show, “The Manila Times CSI: Celebrity, Style, and Inspiration,” Thursday nights on The Manila Times Facebook, YouTube and Daily Motion...
View ArticleHonoring Philippine cinema this September (Part 2)
The year-long celebration of the Centennial Year of Philippine Cinema officially came to a close on September 11. Since the Sine Sandaan grand launch on September 12, 2019, the Film Development Council...
View ArticleMichael Cousteau and his passion for music
Get to know the passionate French conductor Michael Cousteau who has performed a number of times with the Philippine Philharmonic Orchestra. Around this time last year, I interviewed Michael Cousteau...
View ArticleJehovah or Yahweh? (Part 2)
Continued from last week… ‘Jehovah’ known for centuries For consistency, however, must not the faithful choose to call God’s name in the form that has been popular and used for centuries? This conforms...
View ArticlePaulo and Kariza Hubalde usher in the new normal with optimism and grit
Just like the rest of us, power couple Paulo and Karize Hubalde were faced with anxiety as they saw the world shift right before their eyes. Prior to the world shutting down due to the pandemic, Paulo...
View ArticleA salute to ‘ParaHero’ drivers
On National Heroes’ Day celebration, SM Supermalls honored ParaHERO tricycle and school bus drivers with its Shop For Me program in the south metro area. Servicing residents in communities around SM...
View ArticleAn American finds his home in the Philippines
A foreigner falling in love with the Philippines is no longer surprising. The most common reasons why they do include our trademark hospitality, exciting cuisine, one-of-a-kind island adventures and,...
View ArticleWanted: ‘True Worshippers’
Have you ever wondered why millions claim to worship God, yet the conduct of most people in the world apparently is anything but godly? The teachings of Jesus Christ should not just be followed in word...
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