The mermaid’s scaly, less charming counterpart has a name borrowed from Hokkien and a surprising second life in Filipino grammar. Here’s what the syokoy is, what old stories say about it, and why you might want to stay away from its river. Read more »
BRGY, a new concept store spotlighting contemporary Philippine design, has officially opened in Makati’s bustling creative scene. Read more »
Through the “Gulayan ng Pag-Asa” (Garden of Hope) program, persons deprived of liberty (PDLs) in Narra District Jail are learning to grow not only vegetables—but also a renewed sense of purpose. Read more »
OPM band Cup of Joe is making waves internationally as their emotional hit “Multo” enters the Billboard Global 200 at No. 181. Read more »
The Philippines completed its campaign in the 32nd World Senior Chess Championships on Friday, winning two gold and one bronze medal at the Hotel Villa Baleira on Porto Santo Island, Portugal. Read more »
The Northern Samar provincial government is vying for the UNESCO Global Geopark designation for its Biri Rock Formation, located in the island town of Biri, due to their "unique geological treasures." Read more »
