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Comfort food, home-cooked meals: Artists find second home in Makati resto

Ely Buendia, Audry Dionisio, and Pat Sarabia pushed to include more Filipino homecooked meals given they are what locals would be familiar with.

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Arts and Culture

From outsider to insider: Iranian presents Iloilo as home in immersive exhibit

The exhibit was named Dumdumanon, a Hiligaynon word that means “to remember or recollect,” because it embodies the visual journey of memory and light that the artist went through in taking the thought-provoking photographs included in the exhibit.

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The Budgetarian

Debt with dignity: How to choose digital lending facility for outstanding loans

It is important to choose the right digital lending company to partner with and not be lured into a shady deal by sweet promises and attractive terms.

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Lifestyle Business

More women in top management, but inequalities persist: UN

A new report found a "growing gap" between companies' commitments on gender equality and implementation on the ground.

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Fashion and Beauty

Bea Windorski teases more Rajo Laurel gowns for Miss Universe 2026

The country's bet to the Puerto Rico finals is all set for now. 

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Food and Leisure

Comfort food, home-cooked meals: Artists find second home in Makati resto

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The daughter of actor Gabby Concepcion is expecting her second child with the singer.

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On the Radar

Rica Peralejo regrets passing up chances to become US citizen

The actress gets candid about getting out of the country for a better future. 

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Pet Life

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Aiah Arceta of BINI had a funny encounter during a trip to Bali with a monkey that stole her sunglasses.

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Travel and Tourism

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Christmas gift guide: Serums, pens, planners as holiday stocking stuffers

If you want to avoid the holiday rush, take a quick stroll through the mall to have an idea of what’s already available.

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Modern Living

Solmera Beach Park Resort by DMCI Resorts to bring together leisure and events in one beachfront destination

Set on a 7.5-hectare beachfront property in San Juan, Batangas, the upcoming resort will combine recreational amenities, accommodations, dining outlets and event venues, offering guests a complete beachfront experience beyond the traditional beach getaway.

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Gadgets

Honor Philippines kicks off 11.11 Early Mega Christmas Sale with P1,111 smartphone deal

Lazada shoppers can grab the HONOR Play 10 for only P1,111 during the limited midnight deal on November 11, plus enjoy up to 24 months of 0% interest installment on the HONOR Magic V6 through participating bank credit cards.

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