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LGBTQIA+ rights in Indonesia are improving, but the Philippines lags behind

By Jasmine C.
March 29, 2023
in :  Geo Politics, Indonesia, Lifestyle, Philippines
lgbt rights in indonesia are improving, but the philippines lags behind

Indonesia has made progress in improving the human rights of LGBTQIA+ individuals, while the Philippines has regressed, according to the response of the Asean SOGIE Caucus to the United Nations mechanism that analyzes member states’ human rights records. Monday’s 52nd session of the UN Human Rights Council in Geneva marked the conclusion of the 4th cycle of the Universal Periodic …

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Dubai and Abu Dhabi are two of the best global cities for expats to live

By Desk Writer
March 28, 2023
in :  Lifestyle, World
dubai and abu dhabi are two of the best global cities for expats to live

According to a global ranking released on Tuesday, Dubai is the second-best city in the world for expats to live and work, and Abu Dhabi is the ninth-best. Expat City Ranking 2022, which evaluates 50 locations around the world, places two cities in the United Arab Emirates at the top of the Expat Essentials Index, and both also in the …

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How amazing is China’s wealthiest escape to ‘Asia’s Switzerland’ Singapore?

By Katherine S
March 27, 2023
in :  China, Lifestyle, Opinion
how amazing is china's wealthiest escape to ‘asia's switzerland' singapore

When he vanished in mid-February, one of China’s most prominent investment bankers, Bao Fan, was apparently searching for a secure location to store his fortune. Last month, the Financial Times reported that Bao, the creator of China Renaissance, was in the midst of forming a private wealth management business in Singapore to transfer money out of China and Hong Kong, …

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Mt. Apo trail closed during Holy Week

By Jasmine C.
March 27, 2023
in :  Lifestyle, Philippines
mt. apo trail closed during holy week

Climbers will have restricted access to Mount Apo during the week of Easter Week due to the closure of a path that goes through the town of Santa Cruz in Davao del Sur from April 3 to April 9. According to the local tourist administration, the path will be closed in order to relieve congestion during Holy Week when a …

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Nam Woo-hyun will be performing in the Miss Universe PH 2023 coronation night

By Burapha
March 25, 2023
in :  Entertainment, Lifestyle, Philippines, South Korea
nam woo hyun will be performing in the miss universe ph 2023 coronation night

The announcement that the K-pop idol Nam Woo-hyun would be performing at the Miss Universe Philippines 2023 Coronation Night on May 13 has made the event even more exciting. The event will take place on May 13. In June of 2010, Woo-hyun made his professional debut as a member of the boy band INFINITE. He launched his solo career in …

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Why Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg keeps naming his kids after Roman emperors

By Katherine S
March 25, 2023
in :  Business, Lifestyle, Technology
facebook ceo mark zuckerberg testifies at joint senate commerce/judiciary hearing

Mark Zuckerberg has always been intrigued by Ancient Rome. He now has his own triumvirate. Friday, the Facebook co-founder announced the birth of his third child, Aurelia, and revealed that he and his wife, Priscilla Chan, had chosen the name. Zuckerberg posted the first image of his daughter to Instagram, describing her as “such a tiny blessing.” The name Aurelia …

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Singapore’s best airport has a pool, spa, and executive lounges for all classes

By Burapha
March 24, 2023
in :  Lifestyle, Singapore
singapore's best airport has a pool, spa, and executive lounges for all classes

What makes Changi Airport in Singapore the greatest airport in the world for 2023, according to World Airport Awards? Changi Airport is the second-cleanest airport in Asia according to the World Airport Awards, and it is also home to the world’s first transit lounge with an outdoor pool. These facilities make you never want to leave the airport. Aerotel Singapore, …

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Vanessa Hudgens will shoot Filipino travel documentary in March

By Katherine S
March 22, 2023
in :  Entertainment, Lifestyle, Philippines
Vanessa Hudgens will shoot Filipino travel documentary in March

In the latter part of March, actress Vanessa Hudgens will be filming a trip documentary in Manila and Palawan. Hudgens is of Filipino and American descent. According to Variety, the documentary will focus on Vanessa’s connection with her mother, Gina, as well as her sister, Stella, and how they interact with one another. Her mother was born in the Philippines, …

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Ramadan 2023 Expected to Begin on Thursday in Malaysia

By Katherine S
March 21, 2023
in :  Lifestyle, Malaysia
ramadan 2023 expected to begin on thursday in malaysia

According to the Department of Islamic Development Malaysia, it is anticipated that Malaysia would declare Thursday, March 23, 2023 as the first day of Ramadan 2023. (JAKIM.) According to a study published in a daily newspaper published in India that uses English as its primary language, the Hindustan Times, Malaysia, Afghanistan, Bangladesh, India, Iran, Pakistan, South Africa, and Indonesia will …

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Filipino food is a hit in Stockholm

By Jasmine C.
March 20, 2023
in :  Lifestyle, Philippines
filipino food is a hit in stockholm

The culinary adventure of Elle Phillips begins with a love tale. Elle grew up surrounded by food, but she didn’t start cooking until she began dating her now-husband, she reminisced cheekily. This would lead to a new love story including Elle, Filipino cuisine, and a goal to expose it to the Swedish culinary world. Chef Elle remarked between lunch service …

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