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New eats: There's more to Paradise Dynasty than xiao long bao

Jeeves de Veyra
Sep 20 06:06 AM | Updated Sep 20 09:20 AM

With a second branch at The Podium in Ortigas, Paradise Dynasty has steadily been expanding its offerings to show that it's not only about these popular soup dumplings. Read more »

WATCH: Catriona Gray teases ‘pasabog’ in Miss Universe

ABS-CBN News
Sep 20 12:59 AM | Updated Sep 20 06:53 AM

Catriona Gray considers herself “99% prepared” for the highly anticipated Miss Universe pageant, even teasing that Filipino fans can look forward to a “pasabog,” or a surprise come crowning night. Read more »

This vinyl collector is San Agustin Street's proprietor of cool

Paolo Vergara
Sep 20 12:17 AM | Updated Sep 20 07:08 PM

Amidst bottles of booze and the smell of truffle oil, Tonyboy de Leon tells us about how he got hooked on vinyl and fell deep for the subtleties of sound. Read more »

Miss Universe introduces 2018 contestants, including transgender beauty

ABS-CBN News
Sep 19 08:07 PM | Updated Sep 19 10:03 PM

The Miss Universe Organization on Wednesday introduced this year’s aspiring queens, including the Philippines’ Catriona Gray and Spain’s Angela Ponce, the international pageant’s first transgender contestant. Read more »

Milan Fashion Week regales in green-tinted luxury

Isabelle Sciamma, Agence France-Presse
Sep 19 08:07 PM

Milan Fashion Week kicks off on Wednesday with cutting-edge couturiers taking over the city to present their women's ready-to-wear Spring/Summer 2019 collections, while doffing a collective cap to the environment.   Read more »

Racist rant kontra sa isang Pinay, nag-viral

ABS-CBN News
Sep 19 08:01 PM

Mabilis na nag-viral ang video ng isang Pinay na nakaranas ng racial abuse sa Portland, Oregon.  Read more »

Lion na nag-seizure sa Manila Zoo, maayos na ang lagay

ABS-CBN News
Sep 19 07:43 PM

Nag-viral ang isang leon sa Manila Zoo matapos itong makunan ng video na tila nangingisay. Read more »

These sofas aren’t made for sitting—but what’s to stop you?

ANC-X Staff
Sep 19 06:53 PM | Updated Sep 20 12:05 AM

Roche Bobois Manila taps a bunch of creative individuals—from Ed Calma to Bobby Manosa—to reimagine the iconic Mah Jong sofa Read more »

Victoria Beckham and sushi hats: London Fashion Week wraps up

Edouard Guihaire, Agence France-Presse
Sep 19 06:38 PM

Long-awaited debuts, sushi-themed hats and mums as models were the standout themes of London Fashion Week, which ended on Tuesday. Read more »

LOOK: Bianca Gonzalez, JC Intal show new home

ABS-CBN News
Sep 19 06:31 PM

Aside from being second-time expectant parents, TV host Bianca Gonzalez and basketball player JC Intal are anticipating a new milestone in their married life. Read more »

Problema ng magkasintahan, dapat bang ilantad sa social media?

ABS-CBN News
Sep 19 05:08 PM | Updated Sep 19 05:31 PM

Dala ng emosyon, may ilang nagagawang isiwalat sa social media ang kanilang personal na problema sa asawa o kasintahan.  Read more »

Makeup artist to the stars holds grand birthday party

ABS-CBN News
Sep 19 04:16 PM | Updated Sep 19 04:51 PM

Among the celebrities who attended RB Chanco’s birthday party at Grand Hyatt hotel in Bonifacio Global City were Erich Gonzales, Jodi Sta. Maria, and Darren Espanto.  Read more »

Paul Cabral designs Karla Estrada's gown for ABS-CBN Ball

ABS-CBN News
Sep 19 04:08 PM | Updated Sep 19 06:43 PM

Karla Estrada is set to wear a Paul Cabral creation in this year’s ABS-CBN Ball.  Read more »

Celebrate Mid-Autumn Festival in Binondo

ABS-CBN News
Sep 19 01:48 PM

Looking for a place in Manila to celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival? Lucky Chinatown mall in Binondo is hosting the event – also known as Mooncake Festival – with various events this week until September 24. Read more »

Los Angeles, city of fashion and glamour, moves to ban fur products

Steve Gorman, Reuters
Sep 19 01:26 PM

The city of Los Angeles, a leading center of the world's fashion industry, moved on Tuesday toward becoming the largest U.S. metropolis to outlaw the sale and manufacture of most fur products within its limits.   Read more »

The finest ryokan in Kyoto

David Celdran
Sep 19 01:18 PM | Updated Sep 20 06:31 AM

The traditional Japanese inn is an enduring form of luxe Japanese hospitality. David Celdran writes about the pros and cons of this living arrangement, and lists a few recommendations for the interested. Read more »

James Reid to wear Michael Cinco at ABS-CBN Ball

ABS-CBN News
Sep 19 12:04 PM | Updated Sep 19 06:40 PM

The Dubai-based designer flew to Manila to personally take the actor’s measurements. Read more »

MiG Ayesa, Rachel Alejandro topbill new Air Supply musical

ABS-CBN News
Sep 19 11:45 AM | Updated Sep 19 11:53 AM

MiG Ayesa and Rachelle Alejandro, who stars in the upcoming musical "All Out Of Love," appeared on "Umagang Kay Ganda" on Wednesday. Read more »

Leo Valdez to reprise Engineer role in 'Miss Saigon' UK tour

ABS-CBN News
Sep 19 11:39 AM

Leo Valdez is returning to London to reprise his role as The Engineer in the ongoing UK tour of "Miss Saigon."  Read more »

Theater review: Dulaang UP opens new season with a play about a play

Fred Hawson
Sep 19 09:13 AM

"Six Characters in Search of an Author" was part of DUP's maiden season in 1976-77, directed by Tony Mabesa, who 40 years later also directs this new production. Read more »

The 2-minute review: Searching

Andrew Paredes
Sep 19 06:51 AM | Updated Sep 19 11:29 AM

In the sub-genre social media horror-thriller, this John Cho-starrer provides audiences with a twisty, chewy mystery they can sink their teeth into Read more »

Survival instinct: watches for sea, space and combat

Rheea Hermoso-Prudente
Sep 19 06:44 AM | Updated Sep 19 11:09 AM

Some of the watchmaking world’s best timepieces for exploring the unknown. Read more »

Food Diplomacy: France

ABS-CBN News
Sep 19 05:38 AM | Updated Sep 19 05:44 AM

French Ambassador to the Philippines Nicolas Galey and his wife Camelia sit down with Annalisa Burgos to discuss relations between Paris and Manila. Read more »

Barbie Imperial to look like a 'young queen' at ABS-CBN Ball

ABS-CBN News
Sep 19 05:28 AM

“I think this is the perfect time for her to be the leading lady that she is. She is a young queen for me, so ‘yun ‘yung look na gusto naming ma-achieve,” her stylist said.  Read more »

Mga Tomasino, nakisaya sa 'Happinews Project'

ABS-CBN News
Sep 18 10:32 PM

Napuno ng kasiyahan at good vibes ang University of Santo Tomas sa pagbisita nitong Martes ng "The Happinews Project."  Read more »