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MANILA, Philippines โ What begins as a short vacation for many foreigners often turns into something else entirely: a long-term stay in a country whose warmth and contradictions leave a lasting imprint. For German traveler Mark Steiner, the shift happened almost immediately after landing in Manila. โIโve traveled to moreContinue Reading
The Philippines has been synonymous with paradise for many years โ a land of powdery white sand, crystal-clear waters, and sunsets that seem to set the whole sky on fire. But the countryโs tourism story is changing. Beyond the cocktails and island-hopping escapades, a deeper narrative is unfolding โ oneContinue Reading
Long before Doppler radars, satellites, and PAGASA bulletins became part of our daily lives, Filipinos already had their own ways of forecasting the weather โ a science born not from machines but from generations of lived experience and deep connection with nature. For early Filipinos, the sky, the sea, andContinue Reading
MANILA, Philippines โ For most people, walking is an ordinary act. For Lito de Veterbo, itโs a statement. In 147 days, De Veterbo โ known among hikers as Mr. LNT or Mr. Leave No Trace โ crossed the entire Philippine archipelago on foot, from Pagudpud, Ilocos Norte to Glan, Sarangani.Continue Reading
MANILA โ A growing number of restaurants in New York City are hiring โvirtual cashiersโ based in the Philippines, conducting transactions and greeting customers through live video calls โ a practice drawing both praise for innovation and criticism over wage fairness and job displacement. The setup, first reported in U.S.Continue Reading
Cemeteries across the Philippines glow with flickering candles and the hum of quiet prayers as the calendar turns from October to November. Families gather to honor loved ones who have passed away, cleaning tombs, lighting candles, and sharing food. This yearly ritual, known as Undas, is both a solemn remembranceContinue Reading
BASILAN, Philippines (AP) โ In the southern reaches of the Philippines, where stories of conflictย overshadowed its natural wonders, a different Basilan is emerging โ one of waterfalls, weaving looms, and warm welcomes that challenge old fears. Travelers arriving in Lamitan City, the cultural heart of Basilan, often expect tension orContinue Reading
