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President Benigno S. Aquino III lays the replica of “vara de mando” (cane of command, which is the symbol of authority of General Emilio Aguinaldo as “capitan municipal” or “gobernadorcillo” of Cavite El Viejo (old name of Kawit) in a special casing to signal the formal inauguration of the Museo ni Emilio Aguinaldo at the Emilio Aguinaldo Shrine in Kawit, Cavite on Friday (March 20). The museum chronicles the life and times of Aguinaldo, especially during the revolution against Spain and war against the United States. Also in photo are National Historical Commission of the Philippines chairperson Dr. Maria Serena Diokno and Transportation and Communications Secretary Joseph Abaya. (MNS photo) MANILA (Mabuhay) –It’s also a sign of a great man to be sorry when remiss. On this note, Cebu Archbishop Jose Palma on Wednesday advised President Benigno Aquino III: There is nothing wrong in apologizing for the Jan. 25 Mamasapano clash that killed 44 Special Action Force troopers. “Para sa akin, it’s also a sign of a great man to be sorry if we feel we are remiss … so I leave that to him. Para sa akin, wala dapat ikahiya if you have done something wrong,” he said. Aquino has so far declined to apologize for the Mamasapano bloodbath, even as the deaths of the 44 SAF troopers have drawn national sympathy. Palma said Aquino should apologize after a Philippine National Police Board of Inquiry found that the President may have bypassed the PNP chain of command. A Senate Read More …

Georgina Wilson also talks about her favorite hair trend, the Bombshell Blowout.

MANILA, Philippines – Mangan offers its halo-halo this summer. The ingredients of the halo-halo include minatamis na saging, minatamis na camote, crunchy pinipig, macapuno, monggo beans, langka, nata de coco, kidney beans and gulaman topped with ube, leche flan and ice cream. Add the creaminess of fresh milk. Also try the mais con yelo, fresh fruit shakes and fresh fruit platter. Mangan is located at North Edsa, 332- 2320; Mall Of Asia, 556- 2783; Robinsons Ermita, 400-4784; Robinsons Galleria, 470-6353; and Glorietta, 625- 5288. * * * Free buffet for graduates at Cabalen Cabalen, the “eat-all-you-can, eat-all-you-want” restaurant for over 28 years, is a prime venue for after-grad salu-salo. Graduates get a free buffet when they dine with five friends or family until April 30. The Cabalen graduation feast offers over 50 dishes to choose from. Indulge in Cabalen’s extensive spread, from signature mains kare-kare, gatang kuhol, and beringhe, to new dishes pancit pusit and tortang bangus. This summer, Cabalen highlights its halo-halo bar, where one can mix your own halo-halo. Other desserts are guinomis, saging con yelo and fruit shakes. Cabalen is located at West Ave., Quezon City, 372-3515; SM Megamall, 633-1761; Robinsons Place, 536-7987; Alabang Town Center, 809-6698;  TriNoma Mall, 901-3602;  Glorietta 2, 893-9884; SM Mall of Asia, 556-4874; SM North Edsa, 294-7970; SM Fairview, 374-0843; Robinsons Starmills, San Fernando, Pampanga, (045) 875-2064; SM Bacoor, (046) 484-9434; SM City Cebu, (032) 238-5840; SM City, Clark, (045) 499-0245; Harbor Point Ayala Mall, Subic Bay Freeport Zone, (045) 499-0245; Market! Read More …

Joro Black and White by Dune London is one this season’s key pieces. MANILA, Philippines – The decade which made way for bohemian chic is back for this season – stacked heel, natural platforms and thick straps. Dune is bringing the ‘70s to your feet with their summer collection. The collection is heavily influenced by this season’s biggest trend: The Seventies, with silhouettes and color palettes reflecting the era. Here are some of the key pieces for this season: PINK BLUSH. For day-to-night dressing, you can stick to updated neutrals such as blush to rose golds in slick silhouettes.   Lifestyle Feature ( Article MRec ), pagematch: 1, sectionmatch: REPTILE. Bring out your animalistic side with this season’s reptile trend. Match it with rose gold to add depth.   FLASHY METALLICS. Metal hardware paired with wood on the platform silhouette us this season’s essential accessory.     SPARKLING JEWEL. Details of branded hardware and jewel embellishment also create an element of interest.   Driving forward the stripped back feel of last season, this range draws focus to a casual, flawless aesthetic; with styles suited for everyday wear as well as evening dressing. Elegant profiles, varied heel heights and casual flats reflect a diverse, on trend collection. In the Philippines, Dune is exclusively distributed by SSI Group, Inc. and is located at Greenbelt 5, Rustan’s Makati, Bonifacio High Street, Central Square, Shangri-La Mall East Wing, Mega Fashion Hall, Robisons Magnolia. 

Truth be told, fashion shows faze me. The show, often on the sidelines than on the runway, can be a tiring spectacle of selfies and self-promotion from the chic to the carnivalesque. Yet somehow, Manila Fashion Festival adopts a friendlier, less rigid vibe, maybe because Anna Wintour herself is starting to lighten up (the poker face is still in style, but scowling is so last season), or maybe because we’ve all come to an unspoken agreement that we’re all there for one thing: the clothes. Manila Fashion Festival Fall/Winter 2015, which was organized by Art Personas, was held from Mar. 18 to 21 at the Green Sun building. Day One presented the designs of Happy Andrada, Jerome Salaya Ang, John Herrera, Jot Losa, Renan Pacson and YAY. Day Two was more for evening wear with Anthony Ramirez, Charina Sarte, Chris Diaz, Michael Leyva, Odelon Simpao and Veejay Floresca. Day Three designers delivered creative shows, with Cheetah Rivera, Mark Bumgarner, Pablo Cabahug, Art Personas in-house brand Arin, and Rhett Eala, who celebrated his 20th year in the business. The afternoon of Day Four was all about young designers Banggo Niu, Bea Samson, Esme Palaganas and Tony Evan. Jaz Cerezo, Mark Tamayo, Vania Romoff and Ziggy Savella closed MFF with the evening show. In stark contrast to fall/winter tradition, many of the collections were on the side of fun. An abundance of bows made an appearance. Floor-skimming dresses in prints of all kinds were popular. Themes in the spirit of the Man Read More …