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UST’s Paskuhan festivities go online amid pandemic

UST’s Paskuhan festivities go online amid pandemic

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The University of Santo Tomas campus in Manila illuminated with Christmas lights even as the school’s annual Paskuhan festivities shift online due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Photo courtesy of UST Facilities Management Office Director Fr. Dexter Austria

MANILA – The University of Santo Tomas’ (UST) annual Christmas festivities will be held online this year as mass gatherings remain banned due to the coronavirus pandemic.

All activities for UST’s Paskuhan 2020 will be streamed on the school’s official Facebook page, student publication the Varsitarian reported, citing a memorandum from university secretary general Fr. Jesus Miranda.

A Paskuhan Mass will be celebrated at the Santisimo Rosario Parish inside the UST campus at 5 p.m. this Thursday, based on the memorandum.

The 409-year-old Catholic university will also hold a “Concert for a Cause” Friday night, featuring pre-recorded performances, according to the Varsitarian.

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A Christmas tree lit up inside the UST campus in Manila. Photo courtesy of UST Facilities Management Office Director Fr. Dexter Austria

On Wednesday night, UST also lit up its Christmas tree and other ornaments inside the 21.5-hectare campus. This was followed by a Christmas concert that was streamed online.

UST opens its campus annually for Paskuhan, which counts among its activities a concert and pyro-musical display. The event draws hundreds of thousands of Thomasians and guests.

This year, the University of the Philippines also cancelled the annual Lantern Parade of its Diliman campus due to COVID-19, which has infected over 452,000 in the country.

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Cat Arambulo-Antonio and Pinky Tobiano Style Love-Inspired Vignettes for This Pop-Up

Cat Arambulo-Antonio and Pinky Tobiano Style Love-Inspired Vignettes for This Pop-Up

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Updated Feb 19, 2025 10:00 PM PHT

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Vignette by Cat Arambulo-Antonio, using pieces from Opulence Design Concept


They say home is where the heart is. If so, each space in it must be put together thoughtfully with consideration for intentional design. With that saying in mind, there truly is no better time to come up with an event celebrating the love for and art of intentional design and thoughtful living than the Valentine's season. 

Opulence Design Concept, the premier destination for globally renowned homeware brands, recently held the "Spaces of Love" Valentine's-themed event to launch the brand's new pop-up store at the Lower Ground Floor of The SM Store in SM Aura, BGC.  


Cat Arambulo-Antonio and Pinky Tobiano


A multifaceted creative, Cat Arambulo-Antonio is known in the fields of fashion, interior design, and entrepreneurship. The former fashion stylist and director now channels her artistic vision into her precious stone jewelry business, Cat Arambulo Studio. 

Pinky Tobiano is a chemist, philanthropist, businesswoman, and celebrated tablescape artist known as the "Queen of Tablescaping." She is the founder of Qualibet, a homegrown testing lab recognized by multinational Bureau Veritas of France.

Vignette by Pinky Tobiano, using pieces from Opulence Design Concept


The event featured renowned tastemakers Cat Arambulo-Antonio and Pinky Tobiano, who each styled bespoke vignettes that showcase how design can reflect different forms of love—whether for oneself, family, or shared experiences.

“Opulence Design Concept has always been dedicated to transforming homes into meaningful spaces. With our new pop-up, we are making our curated collections even more accessible to those who appreciate great design,” shared Gerry and Jinky Sy, owners of Opulence Design Concept. “We hope to inspire people to style their homes with intention—whether it’s creating a space for self-care, quality family time, or beautiful shared moments.”

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The pop-up’s selection includes pieces from Jonathan Adler, Polspotten, Thomas, and Sambonet—four international design brands known for their exceptional craftsmanship and distinct design philosophies.


Check out the gallery below to learn more about these brands and see photos from Opulence Design Concept's event:


Discover Spaces of Love and experience the finest in home design at Opulence Design Concept’s pop-up at SM Aura until March 31, 2025. You may also visit Opulence’s showrooms at The Podium; 267 Connecticut, Mandaluyong; or Newport Mall. 

For more updates, follow @opulence_design_concept on social media or click opulencedesignconcept.com.


Photos courtesy of Opulence Design Concept 

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