SPOTLIGHT
A curated mix of everyday living, cultural experiences, events, press releases, and meaningful community moments.
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Book Nook 2025: Building Iloilo’s Reading Culture
Over 80 reading space advocates, storytellers, and educators across the Philippines gathered for the annual Book Nook Conference 2025, organized by the National Book Development Board (NBDB), in Iloilo City. The conference, held from August 20-22, aimed to consolidate the best practices as well as challenges faced by area coordinators for The Book Nook Project, a flagship program by the NBDB which aims to address the country’s reading crisis by setting up reading and storytelling spaces across the Philippines. Themed Sug-álaw: A Grand Encounter of Stories, Cultures, and Communities, the three-day event discussed the best sustainability practices and community-building tips to ensure book accessibility in different regions of the country.…
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Cetaphil Marks 6 Years of the National Healthy Skin Mission with Anne Curtis
When it comes to sensitive skin, most people think they’ve got it figured out: until they don’t. What many still don’t realize is that sensitive skin is no longer just about occasional redness or dryness. It has evolved. Today, it’s triggered by a complex mix of stress, pollution, lifestyle choices, and climate change, making symptoms harder to decode and manage. While skincare advice is everywhere, the overload of information can often do more harm than good, especially for skin that’s already compromised. This year, Cetaphil National Healthy Skin Mission (NHSM) returns with a bold reminder: “There’s More to Your Sensitive Skin.” Now in its sixth year, the campaign in collaboration…
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Into the Woods Experience: Chasing Dreams and Fairy Tales
It’s two days before the date I chose for the much-awaited musical here in the Philippines. After browsing numerous Into the Woods reviews, I ended up here. I don’t know why. Maybe I am just that excited. Been a fan of musicals but I only watch them in movies, as watching musicals in theatres are expensive. The first play I watched in a theatre was a gift from my late husband, which I went to with him. It was at RCBC Makati, a musical play with Nikki Gil in it called Sweet Charity. But yeah, I will be finally watching again in a theatre, this time, alone. I am so…
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PSA Online Delivery now comes with an Authorized Person to Receive option
PSAHelpline.ph offers a streamlined approach to obtaining civil registry documents. By offering a convenient online ordering process and secure home or office delivery, it eliminates the need for in-person visits to Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) offices. Customers can easily place their orders online, choose their preferred payment method, and await the delivery of their certificates. To ensure the integrity of the delivery process, PSAHelpline.ph requires the physical presence of the certificate owner upon delivery, along with a valid government-issued ID. This strict verification process safeguards the confidentiality and authenticity of the documents. However, there will be times when the person who requested the certificate is not available during the scheduled…
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Elevate Mother’s Day with Effortless Filipino Flavors from Purefoods Ready-to-Eat
As Mother’s Day approaches, many of us are searching for meaningful ways to celebrate the incredible women in our lives. This year, why not treat your mom to a special homemade meal without the hassle? With Purefoods Heat & Eat Viands, you can effortlessly create dishes like Bistek Tagalog and Chicken Meatballs, ensuring your mom feels extra loved and appreciated this Mother’s Day. Remember those moments when your mom poured her love into every home-cooked meal she served? Now, it’s your turn to give back that same love through her favorite dishes. Imagine the joy of serving up slow-cooked, flavorful meals that require just minutes to prepare. Whether you’re a…
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PSAHelpline: Your Online Channel for PSA Certificates
PSAHelpline.ph is a user-friendly online channel that simplifies the process of acquiring essential PSA certificates, including birth, marriage, death, and Certificate of No Marriage or CENOMAR. The website is easily accessible through desktops, tablets, or mobile phones. It offers a convenient and secure solution for Filipinos seeking a straightforward and efficient way to obtain vital civil registry documents wherever they are in the country. Since 2000, PSAHelpline.ph has swiftly addressed the need for hassle-free ordering and delivery of PSAcertificates. In an effort to provide better services, it has undergone remarkable enhancements, offering seamless and efficient features over the years. PSAHelpline.ph Features 1. Easy, Fast, and Secure Ordering Process PSAHelpline provides…
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Khao Khai Brings Thai Street Food to BGC
The Thai diner concept Khao Khai “Thai Chicken House”, which introduced the authentic and unbeknown flavors of Northern Thai cuisine in the Philippines, has recently unveiled its 7th branch in Metro Manila located at 2/f Crossroads, BGC. First opened in Poblacion, Makati in 2019, Khao Khai has expanded into a portfolio of several branches all through the course of the pandemic – the most challenging years in the restaurant industry. Owned and operated by Making Fine Group, the same F&B group behind Tiger Sugar, Gram Cafe & Pancakes, and Chunky Boss, its growth is being driven by the warm reception of the local dining crowd to some of the least…
