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OmNIUM-GATHERUM
10 things you did not know about Tahereh Mafi
by Miguel Ramos - March 10, 2013 - 12:00am
Book worms and fans of young adult fiction in the Philippines were fortunate enough to have recently had the chance to meet the No. 1 New York Times bestselling author Tahereh Mafi. Author of the Shatter Me Trilogy,...
26 (of the) greatest books of all time
by Miguel Ramos - July 29, 2012 - 12:00am
Coming up with a list of the 26 greatest books of all time is an impossible exercise. As a matter of fact, I doubt that any two people could come up with lists where even half the books would coincide.
10 things you still may not know about Nicholas Sparks
by Miguel Ramos - November 6, 2011 - 12:00am
Having the privilege to bring Nicholas Sparks to Manila is a one-of-a-kind experience that took about two or three years of work.
Shangri-La Hotel Paris: A superlative in the city of superlatives
by Miguel Ramos - July 2, 2011 - 12:00am
Without a doubt, Paris is one of the greatest cities in the world. From its monumental landmarks to its second-to-none museums. From its boulangeries which somehow all make the best baguettes in the world...
An open letter to Dr. Nanay
by Miguel Ramos - April 17, 2011 - 12:00am
Who would have thought that after 88 years, you would receive a doctorate of Humanities honoris causa from the De La Salle University?
Lao Lianben's book launch yields new auction record
by Miguel Ramos - March 13, 2011 - 12:00am
1.7 million. 1.7 million. Do I hear 1.8? Go-ing once at 1.7 million. Going… Going… Gone! Sold for P1.7 million!”
An artist ahead of his time
by Miguel Ramos - October 22, 2007 - 12:00am
Forces of form
by Miguel Ramos - September 24, 2007 - 12:00am
When one works on something about art, one would expect to be talking to individuals who have graduated with some related degree or who have devoted their entire lives to the arts. It was thus by strange accident...
More than just art
by Miguel Ramos - July 14, 2007 - 12:00am
Quintessential Orlina
by OMNIUM-GATHERUM By Miguel Ramos - October 30, 2006 - 12:00am
Quintessence. Classically, from "quinta essentia," or the fifth and highest element of which heavenly bodies are made of in contrast with fire, air, water and earth. It is also the essence of a...
Testing Quiet Comfort: The Bose Quiet Comfort 2 headset
by OMNIUM-GATHERUM By Miguel Ramos - October 18, 2006 - 12:00am
I have been intrigued by the possibilities of noise-canceling technology ever since Bose first released their Quiet Comfort line of headsets in 1989. However, it was just one of those things I had never...
Test-driving understated elegance: The Maserati Quattroporte and Coupe
by OMNIUM-GATHERUM By Miguel Ramos - September 6, 2006 - 12:00am
Hot on the heels of test-driving the Ferrari 599, I had the opportunity to take a spin in two of its more civilized – and definitely more practical – cousins: the Maserati Quattroporte and Coupe. Also...
Grand Hotel a Villa Feltrinelli: The Jewel of Italy’s Lake Garda
by OMNIUM-GATHERUM By Miguel Ramos - August 20, 2006 - 12:00am
When Hitler set up Benito Mussolini as the head of northern Italy’s Fascist Republic of Salo, he lived in what was once the grand family villa of the influential Feltrinelli family on Lake Garda. The vacation...
Test-driving the Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano: Speed thrills
by OMNIUM-GATHERUM By Miguel Ramos - June 14, 2006 - 12:00am
If you are a really good boy, Christmas could come in May and Santa could reward you with an early gift.
Manuel Ocampo: Painting is a zombie medium
by OMNIUM-GATHERUM By Miguel Ramos - November 20, 2005 - 12:00am
Finale Art File has recently concluded the latest show by internationally renowned artist Manuel Ocampo. In typical Ocampo style, the rather uniquely titled "Mumu Territorium: jahar logic in times of mcarthurian...
An African odyssey
by OMNIUM-GATHERUM By Miguel Ramos - August 7, 2005 - 12:00am
(Second of two parts) Aside from "How was Africa?" (extraordinarily fabulous!) and "How much did it cost?" (extraordinarily a lot!), the most common questions I have been asked after going on...
An African Odyssey
by OMNIUM-GATHERUM By Miguel Ramos - July 24, 2005 - 12:00am
(First of two parts) It was over two million years ago when man first roamed the African continent communing with nature and living with its denizens. Today, Africa continues to be the cradle of life – one...
The peaceful island of Amanpulo
by OMNIUM-GATHERUM By Miguel Ramos - April 23, 2005 - 12:00am
Few hotels or resorts anywhere in the world evoke an emotional experience that lingers for years to come. Even more rare among these are the selected few that offer great value in spite of the usually high prices...
Africa: Travel’s final frontier
by OMNIUM-GATHERUM By Miguel Ramos - March 20, 2005 - 12:00am
Unquestionably, one of the final frontiers of travel and the destination du jour is the largely unexplored continent of Africa. Although thoughts of an African safari may evoke visions of Tarzan swinging from trees...
Recent works by a living master
by OMNIUM-GATHERUM By Miguel Ramos - March 7, 2005 - 12:00am
Maybe once every decade or two, a true master artist is born. If we are lucky, this master in waiting will be given the right opportunities in his lifetime, and his talents will be properly nurtured and cultivated....
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