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Saint Laurent designer Vaccarello leaves after glittering decade

Belgian fashion designer Anthony Vaccarello is to leave Saint Laurent after a decade in charge, having overseen a surge in revenues at the French house and a last gold-themed catwalk show that was hailed as one of his best.

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Baguio’s art mecca celebrates 16th Tam-awan int’l arts fest

The Tam-awan International Arts Festival is an annual celebration that brings together artists, cultural practitioners, educators, communities, and audiences from around the Philippines and beyond.

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Global Dominion’s founders, legacy and the baton ahead

Robert Jordan Jr., Ruben Lugtu II and Samuel Cariño continue to lead Global Dominion through its expansion, enhancing not just Filipinos’ access to credit, but financial education as well.

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PH makes 1st cut: Tanzania wins Miss Grand International 2026

Jihan Dimack of Tanzania bested 79 other international delegates to win Miss Grand International 2026 at the close of glitzy rites in Bangkok.

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Filipino bartender wins global championship tilt

Roniel Lopez follows a number of Filipinos who've claimed the World Bartending Championship title.

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Home is where the best of life lives

Flip through any high-end interior design magazine, and you’ll find an endless array of picture-perfect houses.

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Glenda dela Cruz completes Harvard Business School program

Beauty entrepreneur Glenda Dela Cruz has completed a six-day program at Harvard Business School, describing the experience as a personal milestone and an opportunity to learn more about business leadership.

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Seals, sea lions get hearing tested at Australia zoo

Noise pollution is known to have a major negative impact on wildlife.

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SM Seaside Cebu Arena creates new reasons to visit, stay and experience Cebu

Cebu is becoming a destination where there is always another reason to stay a little longer.

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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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Glaiza de Castro puts up Baler holiday home on the market

Glaiza de Castro is selling her family's holiday home in Baler after indicating a shift in plans and priorities.

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Tecno unveils Camon Slim 5G in runway show celebrating Filipino women who make life lighter

Tecno turned the evening into a visual story around the idea of “Make It Lighter.”

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