‘Pagtataguyod:’ A sculpture to evoke Filipino familial spirit
Moreen Joy Austria had befriended the sparks and fumes of the hot metal rods she used on her very first attempt at sculpting. The more she became accustomed to them, the more her art developed into...
View ArticleFirst Nat’l Sports and Fitness Day today
October 1 marks the 1st National Sports and Fitness Day, highlighting the positive benefits of being active for Filipinos of all ages. Established by multi-brand retailer Toby’s Sports, the occasion...
View ArticleCycling finds a place in ‘Sunpiology’
Recognizing the popularity of cycling in the Philippines, the highly anticipated annual fun run featuring movie actor Piolo Pascual as the main attraction, has been included as co-main component in the...
View ArticleErika Liboro-Baclao sparkles in new roles
CARLA BIANCA RAVANES-HIGHAM At 28 years old, Erika Liboro-Baclao can safely say that she has lived life to the fullest. She has been a beauty queen, a courtside reporter, a TV host, a model, a flight...
View Article‘Create Philippines’ showcases quintessential Filipino artistry
The Philippines enjoys a well-deserved international reputation for creativity. International theater actress-singer Lea Salonga, Journey’s Arnel Pineda, Broadway and West End’s newest star Rachelle...
View ArticleHow to see the world according to Drew Arellano
While most people go about their jobs diligently, perhaps save a portion of their keep to splurge on a grand vacation once or every other year, television host Drew Arellano hardly spends a peso for...
View Article‘Performing Change’ at the Ateneo
Tanghalang Ateneo, the longest-running theater company of the Loyola Schools of the Ateneo de Manila University, opens its 39th Season—“Performing Change”— with Guelan Varela-Luarca’s adaptation of...
View Article‘Swan Lake’ enchants anew
One of the world’s most enduring classical tales, the four-act “Swan Lake,” finds its way to the Philippines stage anew as Ballet Manila’s second offering. Now on its 22nd performance season dubbed...
View ArticleErnie Patricio celebrates 72 years with ‘Rekorida’
Rekorida (pangngalan): distansiyang nilalakbay o dinadaanan kapag palagiang naglalakbay – UP Diksyonaryong Filipino, 2001 ‘Untitled,’ watercolor on paper, 15.5 x 11.5 inches Reminiscences, anecdotal...
View ArticleManilArt – making the Philippines an Asean cultural powerhouse
The consistency of the Filipino artist in the past decade—both in the local and global scene—has been a key factor in re-establishing the Philippines as a cultural powerhouse in the region. Whether at...
View ArticleRegion’s travel influencers visit top PH destinations
In time with the Philippines’ Asean chairmanship this year, local airline Cebu Pacific Air flew top travel and lifestyle influencers to world-class destinations in the country, including Johanis Sani...
View ArticleAn art brand called Aencille
CARLA BIANCA RAVANES-HIGHAM It’s not a secret that Aencille Santos was born to stand out. With a name as unique as hers, Aencille has spent a lot of moments explaining to strangers how her name is...
View ArticleAsean Youth Summit delegates enjoy cross-culture activities in Manila
Youth delegates to the Asean Plus Three Tourism Youth Summit 2017 shared their respective countries culture through traditional and modern song and dance performances. It’s More Fun in the Philippines:...
View ArticleMarites Allen turns a new leaf
Feng shui master inks book deal with ABS-CBN Publishing for wider reach Whenever the calendar turns a new leaf or Chinese New Year approaches, Marites Allen undoubtedly has little time to take a...
View ArticleFrancis Libiran: Fashion and Filipino pride
His stunning gowns have graced red carpets and pageant long gown walks, catching the attention of celebrities such as Tyra Banks who proudly wore his creation to a highly-publicized ball and on...
View ArticleKylie Verzosa: Chic, confident and empowered
The glamorous 2016 Miss International Kylie Verzosa isadmired both for her sense of style and advocacy Beauty queen and model Kylie Verzosa reveals she was not always the glam fashionista. As a...
View ArticleMay Anyo ang Makata
NI LUI QUEANO Sa paghulaw ng nagdaangulan Ramdam ang alingasngas ng hangin Kahit pagatol-gatol lamang Tumitiim sa kaibuturan Lumilikha ng sugat Kahit minsang pitik Minimithi lagi ang katahimikan Sa mga...
View ArticleThe Golden Year With Platinum Edgings
BY MANUEL (LOLONG) M. LAZARO Fifty years of marriage seem like yesterday; Our hearts and minds were united To a sacred and solemn vow: To love and to cherish one another In a lifetime of togetherness...
View ArticleTwo Poems
Redefining Poetry Poetry is not the plain Alphabet of signs and Sounds, of graphemes And phonemes, but Of the inarticulate Composed of the invisible ABC Blocks and texts of Rarified air. Poetry is...
View ArticleCounting our blessings at The Manila Times 119th anniversary
Established in 1898, the history of The Manila Times is the history of the Philippines in the modern age as well. It has gone through various ownerships until Dr. Dante Arevalo Ang took over its reins...
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