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Nic Tiongson’s true love: ‘Ang bayan, siyempre’
Persona
February 3, 2026

Nic Tiongson’s true love: ‘Ang bayan, siyempre’

By Neni Sta. Romana Cruz
HOW best to celebrate the rich, fruitful, accomplished life of 80 years of the well-loved cultural icon, scholar, writer, playwright, film…
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How I as a creative survive in Manila: ‘I trained my mind not….’
Persona
January 29, 2026

How I as a creative survive in Manila: ‘I trained my mind not….’

By Marge C. Enriquez
I HAVE learned that survival is not about holding on, but about learning to let go—of certainty, of entitlement, of the belief that…
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Face to face with ‘The Last Juan’ standing: Mike Hanopol on Pepe Smith, Juan dela Cruz band—and performing at Malacañang
Persona
January 5, 2026

Face to face with ‘The Last Juan’ standing: Mike Hanopol on Pepe Smith, Juan dela Cruz band—and performing at Malacañang

By Totel V. de Jesus
Urban myths, stuff of legend—aren’t we all fascinated with them despite their questionable origins? These days, everybody’s accusing…
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Dutch builder-engineer with a heart for this country now needs our help
Persona
December 4, 2025

Dutch builder-engineer with a heart for this country now needs our help

By Elizabeth Lolarga
Photos courtesy of the Luyk family and Jennifer Patricia A. Cariño In the Baguio community, the tall, lanky, bearded figure of Hubrecht…
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Fr. Flavie Villanueva: ‘Tinotokhang ang katotohanan, tinutokhang ang kaban, tinutokhang yung malilinis sa Pilipino’
Persona
December 4, 2025

Fr. Flavie Villanueva: ‘Tinotokhang ang katotohanan, tinutokhang ang kaban, tinutokhang yung malilinis sa Pilipino’

By Nikko Dizon
Fr. Flavie Villanueva, SVD, receiving the 2025 Ramon Magsaysay Award, flanked by Francisco Magsaysay (far left), grandson of the late…
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How my partner and I tied the knot at 60 in a country that honors our union
Persona
December 1, 2025

How my partner and I tied the knot at 60 in a country that honors our union

By Randy Estrellado
Wedding photos by Alex Tome I did not expect to feel a lump in my throat as my partner of 18 years, Keith, and I were getting married on the…
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The son also rises—and these moms and lolas feel so blessed
Persona
November 24, 2025

The son also rises—and these moms and lolas feel so blessed

By Maria Olivia H. Tripon
Who says only daughters, sisters, or women relatives care for the elderly? That’s a stereotype.  I met the most caring sons in my group…
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Raymond Lauchengco, now a 'senior bagets,' celebrates
Persona
November 15, 2025

Raymond Lauchengco, now a 'senior bagets,' celebrates

By Leah C. Salterio
Singer-actor-artist Raymond Lauchengco never hides his age. This November, he is turning into a “senior bagets,” will turn 60, and is…
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How MSO’s Italian concertmaster found love in Siquijor
Persona
October 17, 2025

How MSO’s Italian concertmaster found love in Siquijor

By Totel V. de Jesus
Benvenuti with the MSO at St. Joseph Church in Las Pinas, known for its bamboo organ (Photo courtesy of Alessio Benvenuti) What happens when…
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Let the Wind Blow: Pablo Tariman’s lessons from his scars
Persona
September 20, 2025

Let the Wind Blow: Pablo Tariman’s lessons from his scars

By Elizabeth Lolarga
Happy days when Pablo’s cheeks were fuller. With Arthur and Christine EspirituLet The Wind Blow: A Musical Bouquet for Pablo…
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