Bostik partnered with Brigada Eskwela 2025 as part of its continuing efforts to help Filipino schoolchildren. The French manufacturer of construction adhesives and sealants stepped in to help schools get ready for the new school year with a donation of its newest adhesive product, the all-purpose epoxy El Heneral. Brigada Eskwela is an annual initiative...
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At Everyone’s K-Pop Manila 2025, the theme is ‘Drop your moves and feel special’
Filipino K-Pop lovers are invited to what’s touted as “an immersive, all-out experience” to bring them closer to their passion. The event is Everyone’s K-Pop Manila 2025, a presentation by the Korean Cultural Center in the Philippines and Seoul Shinmun, in partnership with the Korea Copyright Protection Agency-Manila Office, Philippine K-pop Convention Inc., and Robinsons...
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‘Streamlined II’ highlights National Artist Arturo Luz’s enduring legacy of design and color
National Artist Arturo Luz’s works highlighting his enduring legacy of impeccable design and disciplined use of color will be on view at the Renaissance Art Gallery at SM Megamall’s Art Center starting on June 3. The second iteration of “Streamlined: The Art of National Artist Arturo Luz” is curated by artist-critic Cid Reyes. A limited-edition monograph...
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Regional insurer celebrates inaugural graduation of 200 agents and agency leaders
Allianz Asia Pacific announced the inaugural graduation of 200 agents and agency leaders from its Pinnacle Excellence Program (PEP), a first-of-its-kind initiative co-designed with Insead, one of the world’s leading business schools. This milestone, Allianz said, underlines its dedication to equipping its agency force with advanced skills and insights to navigate the evolving financial landscape,...
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Korea, Philippines deepen cultural exchange in storytelling and opening of mini-library
The wonders of storytelling once again transcended borders as the Korean Cultural Center (KCC) in the Philippines and the Quezon City Public Library came together to present “Once Upon Our Lands: Phil-Kor Puppet Show.” The cultural event held on May 15 at the Quezon City Public Library featured the beloved folktales of Korea and the...
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Enjoy Philippine indigenous and traditional dances at Rizal Park
The National Parks Development Committee, as part of the “Concert at the Park” series and in celebration of the founding anniversary of the Department of Tourism, presents “Adhika,” a collection of Philippine indigenous and traditional dances, on May 11 starting at 5:30 p.m. The presentation featuring the Philippine Baranggay Folk Dance Troupe and the Parangal...
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Strengthening university partnerships to equip young Filipinos in making wise financial decisions
In its ongoing mission to raise financial literacy among Filipinos, SmarTrade is strengthening its nationwide university outreach, bringing free financial education directly to students and aspiring traders. With the support of the globally recognized trading broker ATFX, SmarTrade is equipping young Filipinos with the tools and knowledge necessary to make informed financial decisions. SmarTrade took...
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Coffee expo spotlights Fine Robusta and award-winning Filipino farmers
Fine Robusta, a specialty-grade, locally grown coffee variety, will be showcased at the Philippine Coffee Expo on May 9–11 at One Ayala in Makati City. The emergence of Fine Robusta, which scored 80 and above on the cupping scale system used to rate the quality of coffee beans, represents a significant shift in the local...
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FEU Bamboo Band in concert to mark a dual celebration
The Far Eastern University Center for the Arts (FCA) presents the FEU Bamboo Band in a special concert titled “Ascend: Reaching New Heights in Music” on April 26 starting at 6 p.m. at the FEU Auditorium. “Ascend” marks a dual celebration: the university’s 97th founding anniversary and its auditorium’s 76th year. In honor of these...
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2 journalists write Covid diary based on years of living in China
Filipino American journalists Rene Pastor and Cristina DC Pastor did not expect the heavy knock on the door of their Beijing apartment one night in 2020. It turned out that it was time for midnight Covid-19 tests. The couple’s newly released book, Living in China 2019 to 2023: A COVID Diary, recaptures the panic in...