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At the heart of its main lobby now stands Paraw Sails Painting, a commissioned installation by contemporary Filipino visual artist Jo Balbarona, unveiled as the property’s signature artistic centerpiece.
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When you save or exercise out of necessity, your motivation comes from fear or desperation.
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Alex Eala credits her team and trustworthy people for managing the business side of her sport.
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Wear the Philippines proudly with these handmade artisan patches that feature Filipino culture and stories.
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If you like the crunch, the soft texture of rice, and the savory filling within, you might want to try fried sushi.
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Singlife Philippines and Asian United Bank (AUB) have joined forces to launch the Singlife 100-in-1 Medical Plan Get-A-Quote (GAQ) Program.
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A couple tied the knot at Saint John the Baptist church in Hagonoy, Bulacan swamped in hip-deep waters.
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Fearing a shark would bite her face, a primary school teacher decided she had to punch it.
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Officials say the move is part of an effort to curb crime involving foreign nationals.
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Tailored children's clothing from luxury brands now in one concept store.
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EcoFlow, a global leader in portable power and home energy solutions, today announced the Philippine launch of OCEAN 2 Plus, its next-generation home battery systems.
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The Magic V6 gave me something I wasn’t expecting from my first foldable: a reason to see the format as more than just cool-looking. The extra screen became genuinely useful for movies, notes, reading and multitasking, while the phone remained familiar enough to use when folded.
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