Hanukkah is often reduced to candles, gifts, and fried food. But behind the familiar rituals is a story of resistance, faith, and the enduring power of light in dark times. MANILA, Philippines โ Each year, as nights grow longer in…
Why buying local agri products for holiday gifts matters
ZAMBOANGA SIBUGAY, Philippines โ As the holiday rush begins, the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Region 9 is making a simple appeal: choose local. Buy a bag of locally grown coffee, a jar of homemade coco jam, or a…
Christmas and Hanukkah Fall on the Same Day: A Rare Occurence
A meaningful alignment in the holiday season on December 25, as the first night of Hanukkah coincides with Christmas Day for the first time since 2005, offering a unique moment to celebrate shared traditions and reflect on the beauty of…
Adulting and Christmas: Finding the Magic Beyond Childhood
Adulting may have lost the anticipation of Christmas unlike a child who look forward to Christmas with feelings of anticipation and wonders. The season, however, is pure magic whether it was carefully laying out carrots for Rudolph or curling up…
