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Gideon Klein (left) and Mieczyslaw Weinberg’s compositions, born from the horrors of the Holocaust, stand as powerful tributes to the strength of the human spirit, transforming suffering into timeless expressions of resilience and defiance.

Music of holocaust

Where the past continually shapes the present, the music of those who lived — and those who were lost — will forever serve as a call for remembrance and…

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Lively cultural performances were presented throughout the day to commemorate India’s 76th Republic Day in the country.

India-Phl ties mark 75

The 75-year milestone is not merely a reflection of history but a stepping stone to a deeper, more dynamic alliance between India and the Philippines.

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From the heart of Singapore to the vibrant community of BGC, the first Tiong Bahru Bakery in the country is bringing the finest handmade pastries, buttery croissants, and artisanal breads made with the best French ingredients to Filipino customers.

Butter-stopper

Tiong Bahru Bakery brings little slices of Singapore to the shores, in the form of buttery, flaky, melt-in-your-mouth croissants.

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A preset route of a pilgrimage around the predominantly Buddhist Sri Lanka ultimately leads to Sri Dalada Maligawa in Kandy, where the most sacred relic, said to be a tooth from Buddha, is enshrined. Every day, the temple receives an extraordinary number of visitors, who celebrate the ideal life of the religious teacher and his timeless virtues in the same fervor as the Hajj in Arabia or any major holy expedition elsewhere in the world.

A pilgrim’s encounter

I encountered the idea of truth without needing to break it down into fragments: The whole truth, untouched by skepticism or doubt.

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LOOK: Turtles are at the heart of the Christmas tree's design, symbolizing their journey back to the sea after nesting in the cove.

Home for Christmas

Just as they find their way home, we invite our members and guests to feel the warmth and comfort of home with us as you create cherished memories with your…

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Such endless possibilities with Chilean pork.

A pork expedition

ChilePork is the brand that represents Chile’s pork exporters. The objective is to position the pork industry and its products in Asian markets.

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Christmas installations.

The lights are back

In the spirit of giving, Nuvali Estate, Ayala Malls Solenad, Seda Nuvali, and The Driving Range are collaborating to bring the Gift of Kindness to life—a…

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It is customary for Mexicans to make intricate and colorful offerings called ofrendas, like this one on display at the embassy in Makati.

Mosaic of living memory

Dia de Muertos transcends mere remembrance; it is a celebration of life, death and continuity.

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House of Gaia is more than simply a hospital; it is a movement for people to live longer, better and more satisfying lives.

Staying healthy for life

The country’s first longevity medicine center represents a major advancement in the integration of cutting-edge healthcare solutions to increase the life and…

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