Japan restricts visa slots for Filipino tourists — plan ahead
Planning a trip to Japan? Be sure to secure your visa early, as the Japanese Embassy in the Philippines has tightened tourist visa slots due to a surge in…
Aliyya Sawadjaan · · 1 min read
Aliyya Sawadjaan has been a writer for over 15 years covering lifestyle, beauty, travel, business, real estate, tech, and current affairs. She has written for print, online, and broadcast TV; and was the assistant editor of The Philippine STAR’s Property Report PH. Her writings are fueled by coffee, chocolates, and anger with crime shows and documentaries playing in the background.
Planning a trip to Japan? Be sure to secure your visa early, as the Japanese Embassy in the Philippines has tightened tourist visa slots due to a surge in…
Aliyya Sawadjaan · · 1 min read
Billy Crystal and Meg Ryan are bringing back one of the most famous moments in rom-com history — this time, with a modern twist.
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Binondo, Manila’s bustling Chinatown, is more than just a food lover’s paradise — it’s a vibrant district steeped in history, culture, and tradition. Known as…
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‘Sometimes it’s as simple as clearing clutter or letting in sunlight. Even physical changes can raise the vibrations of a place.’
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Nominations for the 97th annual Academy Awards were unveiled on Thursday morning, spotlighting Emilia Pérez , A Complete Unknown , and Conclave as the…
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The Chinese New Year is fast approaching. For this year, it begins on 29 January 2025, marking the start of the Year of the Wood Snake — a time to channel…
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Meg Ryan and Billy Crystal are reuniting, 35 years after the release of their beloved romantic comedy When Harry Met Sally . The pair teased an upcoming…
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Ditch the usual Valentine’s Day dinner plans and embrace a unique celebration at MiraNila Heritage House in Quezon City.
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The University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) is revolutionizing access to education by offering 44 free Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) that…
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