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In a world of cookie-cutter cafés, Boris Café in Barangay Baliti, City of San Fernando, Pampanga offers something refreshingly different—a cozy coffee shop paired with an 8-hole mini golf course. Co-founded by Iñigo Santos and Joy Bautista, Boris Café was born from the duo’s shared love for coffee and golf. “Why not have both the comfort of a café and …

MANILA — In a strong show of confidence and commitment to the future of Philippine journalism, Supreme Court Associate Justice Raul B. Villanueva has expressed his full support for the newly installed leadership of the Publishers Association of the Philippines, Inc. (PAPI), headed by President Rebecca Madeja-Velásquez and Chairman/Director for Media Affairs Nelson S. Santos. Justice Villanueva’s affirmation is regarded …

The Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) has conferred honors to exemplary technical vocational education and training (TVET) programs in the country through the agency’s System for TVET Accreditation and Recognition (STAR) Awards Program. The recognition was awarded during the 7th National Quality TVET Forum held on July 8 at the Hilton Manila Hotel, Pasay City, with the theme ““Empower, Innovate, Transform: Cultivating …

To recognize the outstanding achievements of micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in Region 1, the Department of Science and Technology Region 1 (DOST Region 1) conducted an on-site evaluation for the Calendar Year 2025 Search for the SETUP 4.0 Awards for MSMEs and the SETUP Praise Awards from July 7 to 10, 2025. The regional evaluation mission, covering all …

The new Superman movie just dropped, reminding us that being a hero doesn’t require superpowers. Sometimes, all it takes is showing up and giving a part of yourself, literally. If you’re thinking about donating blood but don’t know where to begin, start here. From what to eat to what to wear, here’s a quick guide to help you prep (and …

A new era of wellness begins as BlueWater Day Spa unveils its newest brand ambassadors. From left: Korean actor and ambassador Choi Bo Min and Filipino actor-singer Teejay Marquez pose for the official campaign reveal. For 20 years, BlueWater Day Spa has been that go-to space — the quiet sanctuary in the middle of everyday rush. Known for its curated …

SA PANAHON ng muling pagbubukas ng mga pandaigdigang hangganan at paglago ng international trade matapos ang pandemya, muling tumataas ang kumpiyansa ng mundo sa kakayahang logistikal ng Pilipinas. Sa likod ng pagbabago at pagsulong na ito ay ang matibay at patuloy na lumalalim na ugnayan ng International Container Terminal Services, Inc. (ICTSI) at ng Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) — dalawang …

NANAWAGAN ang 14 lisensiyadong online gaming operators sa Filipinas na maglatag o bumuo nang mas matalinong mga regulasyon para protektahan ang mga manlalarong Filipino kaysa ipagbawal ang legal na industriya na magbubulid sa pamamayagpag ng ilegal na merkado.                Sa nagkakaisang pahayag ng World Platinum Technologies Inc., AB Leisure Exponent, Inc., Total Gamezone Xtreme, Inc., Gamemaster Integrated, Inc., Lucky Taya …

NAGBABALA ang isang kilalang ekspertong legal na maaaring lalong lumala ang epekto ng iresponsableng pagsusugal kung isasabatas ang pagbabawal sa online gaming, at maaaring magresulta ng ilegal na operasyon ng sugal. Sa 15-pahinang memorandum na inilabas ni Atty. Tonet Quiogue, pinuno ng kilalang technology consulting firm na Arden Consult, sinabi niyang kung tuluyang ipagbabawal ang online gaming, isinusuko rin ang …

SHOWBIZ KONEKni Maricris Valdez NAKABIBILIB ang katatagan at kahusayan ng Unilab at Mercury Drug. Kasingtagal na sila ng ating mga lolo at lola, nanay o tatay, dahil ipinagdiriwang nila ngayong 2025 ang kanilang ika-80 taon.  Kaya ang 2025  ay nagmamarka ng isang  makabuluhang milestone—dalawa sa mga pinaka-iconic at pinagkakatiwalaang brand ng pangangalagang pangkalusugan sa bansa, ang Unilab at Mercury Drug. Kaya naman para ipagdiwang ang …

For years, many Filipino farmers have been unable to break the cycle of debt and dependency that often accompanies farming. But through SM Foundation’s Kabalikat sa Kabuhayan (KSK) Farming Program, the beneficiaries are now finding ways to generate a reliable income from agriculture. Among those whose lives have changed is Connie Flores, a mother of six and a 2023 graduate …

FROM January to February 21, 2025, dengue cases in Isabela rose to 659—up from 434 during the same period last year. To address the surge, the Cauayan City Local Government—one of the Philippine cities named among the top 50 finalists in the 2025 Bloomberg Global Mayors Challenge—has proposed Project C-DEWS (Community Dengue Early Warning System). The proposal aims to strengthen …

BAROY, LANAO DEL NORTE – In a significant move to modernize the learning environment, the Department of Science and Technology Region 10 (DOST-10), in collaboration with the Department of Education (DepEd) and the provincial government of Lanao del Norte, launched the 21st Century Learning Environment Model (21st CLEM) at the Lanao del Norte National High School on May 6, 2025. …

A 62-year-old player named Benigno De Guzman Casayuran from Quezon Province dropped to his knees in tears after successfully snatching the historic GameZone Tablegame Champions Cup (GTCC): Summer Showdown championship title and the grand prize of 5 million pesos during the 5-day online-to-onground Tongits tournament held from June 12 to 15 in Makati City. Benigno De Guzman Casayuran kissing his …

THE meeting centered on updates regarding ongoing projects under the Community Empowerment through Science and Technology (CEST) program. Provincial S&T Director Ritchie Mae L. Guno also introduced innovative DOST technologies that align with the municipality’s development goals — including the 21st Century Learning Environment Model, VISSER, and DOST Courseware. Mayor Gamboa expressed strong support for initiatives that uplift the education …

LAST Sunday, the Arnold Janssen Kalinga Center witnessed a day filled with warmth, compassion, and humanity, as our dear friend and generous donor, Ms. Anna Donita Tapay, chose once again to mark her birthday not with grandeur or indulgence, but with the very people who have become closest to her heart — the street dwellers and beneficiaries of the Kalinga …

ISANG pambihira, natatangi, at walang katulad na programa ang inilunsad ng PlayTime para sa sektor ng Philippine Gaming sa bansa. Sa kauna-unahang pagkakataon, ipinahayag ng PlayTime ang paglulunsad ng P100-M pondong ilalaan para sa programang naglalayon maging responsableng manlalaro o mas kilala bilang Responsible Gaming (RG) Fund. Ito ay isang hindi pangkaraniwang inisyatibo hindi lamang para sa brand ng PlayTime, naglalayong magpakita rin …

Clean water is a basic human right and a shared responsibility. As part of its commitment to promoting safe and sustainable communities, the Department of Science and Technology Region 1 (DOST Region 1) , through its Community Empowerment through Science and Technology (CEST) program, recently spearheaded water sampling activities in various areas of Ilocos Norte. The sampling was conducted at …

JOLLIBEE takes crunchy, juicy goodness to new heights with the Jollibee Crunchy Chicken Sandwich now available in three bold dressing flavors—featuring two new exciting limited-time offer (LTO) options, Golden BBQ and Chili Cheese, alongside the fan-favorite Creamy Ranch. Designed to give chicken sandwich fans more ways to indulge, the Jollibee Crunchy Chicken Sandwich is all about choice, flavor, and full-on sarap. …

According to the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), the Philippines generates over 60,000 metric tons of waste daily, a figure expected to rise with urban growth and economic activity. Together as one community, 2024 marks the launch of SM Waste-Free Future in SM Mall of Asia. Recognizing the urgency, SM Prime Holdings, Inc. (SM Prime) launched the SM …