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Find great deals on season essentials to complete your summer look at Rustan’s The season that evokes energy, color, and life has begun! Rustan’s Colors and Petals summer campaign celebrates it with trendy picks and season must-haves to make sure you travel in high style. Sunglasses by Gucci Tsumori Chisato printed linen blouse by Marina Rinaldi Tee by Adolfo Dominguez Zavis luggage by American Tourister in turquoise Spectra 2.0 global carry-on luggage by Victorinox Pants by Sinequanone Farrah heels... Читать дальше...

Founded in Paris in 1948 by Jean Cassegrain, French luxury house Longchamp is still owned and run by the Cassegrain family today. Longchamp’s Le Pliage Personalized Nylon Compo Simplifie CMJN handbags, luggage, and accessories have a worldwide reputation for craftsmanship and quality, which now extends to shoes and ready-to-wear collections. Inspired by origami, Le Pliage by Longchamp has become a cult bag over the years. Did you know that you can now customize it as you wish? Le Pliage Personalized allows you to choose the size... Читать дальше...

By JEFFREY G. DAMICOG   A former chairman of the board of directors of the Development Bank of the Philippines (DBP) has been sentenced to up to 36 years in prison for having used the bank’s money for his personal use when he went to the United States in 2004. In a 35-page decision, the Sandiganbayan Third Division found former DBP chairman Vitaliano Nanagas II guilty of one count of violating Section 3(i) of Republic Act 3019 (Anti-Graft and Corrupt Practices Act) and two counts of estafa under Paragraph 2... Читать дальше...

BUENOS AIRES– US President Barack Obama urged nations Wednesday to unite against terrorism after the deadly attacks in Brussels and said wiping out the Islamic State extremist group was his “top priority.”

There’s a folksy anecdote about a farmer who entered a small village church just as the priest was delivering an impassioned Good Friday sermon. Pointing his finger at the congregation, the priest fulminated: “Kayong lahat, dahil sa inyong mga kasalanan, kayo ang nagpako kay Kristo sa krus, (All of you because of your sins have crucified Christ!).” The poor guy, still looking for a seat at the front, was startled and answered back: “Hindi po ako kasama d’yan, Padre, dahil kapapasok ko pa lamang! (I’ve nothing to do with that... Читать дальше...

Paris  – Two controversies around the Brussels attacks have shown yet again the thin line the media must tread between breaking the news quickly and not compromising police enquiries. Just two days before jihadists struck the Belgium capital Tuesday, the police had criticized “the irresponsibility of a certain outlet” which had published information “far too early” about the missing Paris attacks suspect Salah Abdeslam, “causing us problems.” Hours before Abdeslam was arrested Friday after four months on the run... Читать дальше...

Temperatures just keep on rising—is your wardrobe summer-proof? Whether you’re heading to the beach, off to work, engaging in sports, or enjoying leisure activities, beat the heat while looking chic in Uniqlo’s Spring/Summer collection.

A man who is suspected to have received part of the $81-million stolen from the Bangladesh central bank will reveal all he knows about the heist next week, his lawyer said last Wednesday. According to a complaint filed by the Philippines’ Anti-Money Laundering Council (ALMC), Kim Wong, described as a Chinese casino resort manager, received around $21 million of the stolen funds. Victor Fernandez, a lawyer for the 53-year-old Wong, told Reuters his client would respond to the complaint at a Senate hearing next week. Читать дальше...

“Our hair ages too,” warns Tresemmé haircare expert Lourd Ramos. Our hair goes through a lot every day and daily protection is something we should fit in our beauty regimen too.

Try working the S/S 2016 statement Boyfriend Jeans by wearing them rolled up with bold heels This Tencel Shirt from S/S 2016 is made from sustainable eucalyptus tree and has a ‘No Peep’ technology—hidden placket overlapping buttons prevent gaping at the front The S/S 2016 Classic Mac Coat’s elegant belted style is breathable and light with adjustable cuffs Archive by Alexa launches in Philippine stores in May 2016 Welcome the summer with a new look as Marks & Spencer unveils a new collection... Читать дальше...

A family of devotees solemnly prays and reflects before the image of the crucified Jesus Christ at the altar of the Our Lady of the Rosary of Manaoag in Pangasinan. Millions of Roman Catholics around the country flocked to churches for the traditional Visita Iglesia and to attend the Mass of the Lord’s Supper. (Jojo Rinoza)

New Zealanders voted convincingly against a proposal to ditch Britain's Union Jack from the national flag and adopt a silver fern design, official referendum results showed Thursday, March 24.

An international consumer finance company is expecting a rise in demand for non-bank lenders in the country, even as loans from banks continue to increase, due to a higher electronics consumption.

The temperature in Metro Manila sizzled at 35.4 degrees Celsius on Thursday afternoon, March 24, the Philippine Atmospheric Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) said.

Our favorite local celebrities took a break from the spotlight to spend time with their families and loved ones during the Holy Week.

ServiceSource has opened its revenue delivery center in Bonifacio Global City (BGC), Taguig, the company’s 11th global location.

Philippine National Police (PNP) chief Director General Ricardo Marquez ordered all regional directors, as well as provincial and city directors, for the immediate recall of all police personnel serving as part of the security details of local officials, especially officials running in the May 9, 2016 National and Local elections.

Japanese whalers returned to port Thursday after an Antarctic hunt that killed more than 300 of the mammals, the government said.

The Department of Agriculture on Thursday appealed to fish, seafood and vegetable vendors to sell these products at reasonable prices.

SEOUL, South Korea — North Korea said Thursday that it had successfully conducted a high-powered, solid-fuel rocket engine test, which if confirmed would be a major step forward in boosting its missile attack capability against South Korea and the United States.

Now that the national election is nearing, vice presidential candidate Leni Robredo did not change her means of commuting to Bicol.

It is not just a mere 14 Stations of the Cross for the parishioners of the Nuestra Señora del Perpetuo Socorro (NSPS) Parish in Sampaloc, Manila.

A former chairman of the board of directors of the Development Bank of the Philippines (DBP) has been sentenced to up to 34 years in prison for having used the bank's money for his personal use when he went to the United States in 2004.

South Korean President Park Geun Hye on Thursday ordered the raising of the alert status for the entire nation, following North Korea's bellicose threats in recent days, according to the presidential office.

US Defense Secretary Ash Carter said Wednesday that Europe must accelerate efforts against the Islamic State (IS) extremist group in the wake of terror attacks in Brussels.