In an ambitious move to reshape the educational landscape, the National Teachers College (NTC) and APEC Schools have officially merged to form a stronger education powerhouse. Approved by the Securities and Exchange Commission in late 2023, the merger combines the strengths and resources of both institutions to provide quality and accessible education to more students. NTC, with a 95-year track record of excellence in teacher education, will bring experience, while APEC, known for its innovative and progressive teaching methods, will bring fresh ideas and modern approaches to education. This ..read more

It’s no-brainer that Filipino beauty is on fire! If you’re looking to achieve those gorgeous, full brows that frame your face perfectly, then it’s high time to ditch the tweezers and check out these micro blading eyebrow pen recommendations. Everyday-friendly find Ever Bilena Pro Studio Finish Eyebrow Pen (Php 199): This drugstore favorite boasts a three-pronged tip for creating natural hair-like strokes. Choose from “Wood” (cool brown), “Tweed” (warm brown), or the new on-trend “Graphite” (grayish brown) to match your hair color. Smudge-Proof Luxury Spotlight Megahit Eyebrow Pen (Php 325): T ..read more

Veteran actress Rita Avila has offered her insights into the recent high-profile agreement between ABS-CBN and ALLTV, shedding light on the complexities and pragmatism underlying the deal. Avila’s commentary comes amidst mixed reactions to the collaboration between the two media giants, particularly in light of historical tensions and conflicting interests. The contract, which entails the airing of ABS-CBN’s flagship programs such as TV Patrol on ALLTV, owned by the Villar family, has sparked both praise and criticism from various quarters. Notably, some ABS-CBN supporters expressed dismay ov ..read more

The anticipated realme 12 5G is now available in the market, selling first on TikTok Shop and authorized offline stores nationwide. The device is the third release under the latest realme 12 Series 5G.  Among other mid-range smartphones, the realme 12 5G offers a competitive camera, a sleek design, and a range of quality-of-life features that enhance user experience, putting it on par with more expensive competitors.  Just like its predecessors, the realme 12 5G has the mainstay features of a Trendy Watch Design but the highlight is the two new stunning colors: Twilight Purple and W ..read more

Actress Rosanna Roces recently expressed remorse over the breakdown of her friendship with fellow actress Aiai delas Alas, hoping to mend their 20-year-long rift. In an interview with Aiko Melendez, Roces candidly admitted that the bond she shared with the ‘Ang Tanging Ina’ star was genuine, expressing disappointment over its dissolution. “Kasi ‘yung pinagsamahan namin noon, totoo. Sobrang saya, sobrang nakakatawa,” Roces shared. Reflecting on the cause of their falling out, Roces recounted a misunderstanding sparked by a third party during a show in Dagupan. “Ang totoong pinag-awayan namin ..read more

Arcovia City is gearing up to unveil its latest addition to Megaworld Lifestyle Malls’ properties with the opening of The Vibe, during the vibrant summer of April, offering a perfect setting whether as a casual dining experience or a lively party atmosphere. The Vibe is a bar known for its al-fresco ambiance and unique concept, with a focus on providing a diverse menu from breakfast to dinner, alongside an enticing selection of alcoholic and cocktail beverages. Arcovia City’s branch will feature an Amazonian theme, offering a unique dining and entertainment experience for its patrons, boastin ..read more

The Philippines’ participation in Asia Dive Expo (ADEX) Singapore, known as Asia’s largest and longest-running dive expo, was a resounding success after a three-day business-to-consumer session, generating Php 197,219,062.09 in combined negotiated sales leads and actual bookings. This marked more than 300% increase from last year’s negotiated sales leads.  In addition to this feat, the country was named the Sustainable Dive Destination of the Year in recognition of its unwavering commitment to environmental conservation and sustainable practices in dive tourism. “This recognition, alongs ..read more

After the successful appearance of NBA legend Richard Hamilton at the vivo concept store in SM Mall of Asia last year to kick off the collaboration between vivo and the NBA, on April 17th of last year, vivo brought 5-time NBA Champion Derek Fisher for a meet and greet with his fans at their concept store in SM Megamall. Selected fans and members had the opportunity to meet Fisher and have their memorabilia signed. Before the meet and greet, Fisher had the chance to share his basketball career and coaching roles in the NBA with the New York Knicks and the Los Angeles Sparks. Besides his on-co ..read more

Your next shopping splurge? It’s got to be this May! Get ready to enjoy OPPO’s 5.5 Summer Sale with unbeatable deals and discounts on various OPPO devices. From May 5 to May 9, OPPO fans can indulge and take advantage of discounts of up to 54% on select smartphones and accessories available on OPPO’s official TikTok, Shopee and Lazada platforms. Save More As You Spend More with Exclusive Vouchers and Discounts Get a Php 50 off shipping discount voucher for every minimum purchase of Php 500 and a Php 100 off livestream voucher for every minimum spend of Php 4,999.  Discount vouchers will ..read more

Atasha Muhlach,a host on the noontime variety show ‘Eat Bulaga,’ recently stirred a buzz on social media after disclosing that she had a P100 allowance during her school days. During a segment called ‘Peraphy’ on ‘Eat Bulaga,’ where wealth management coach Chinkee Tan was a guest offering financial tips for students, the topic of school allowances arose. Tan advised students to stick to their budget and cited P300 as an example. “Kailangan, number one, ‘wag kang magdadala ng pera na higit sa budget mo. Kung ang budget mo ay P300 lang, ‘yan ang ilagay mo sa wallet mo,” Tan shared. This caught ..read more