Smile reader Charlotte Jennifer Calonge captures one of nature’s wonders in Surigao

This Christmas, Tim Tayag reminds us of the telling signs that let us know we’re unmistakably part of a Pinoy family

Treat yourself to sumptuous holiday banquets in Singapore and Hong Kong

Ex-Pussycat Doll Nicole Scherzinger gets candid about her new album — and hosting The X Factor with Simon Cowell. Interview by Stephen Unwin/Celebritext

From dream getaways, affordable shopping to a view to a brighter future, here’s our list of top presents for the special people in your life

Design in the details Here’s why Hotel ICON — Tsim Sha Tsui’s hottest new hotel — is a sight for sore eyes THE BRAND NEW Hotel ICON in Hong Kong may have just opened its doors in late September, but it’s already caused quite a stir in international design circles. The renowned design and lifestyle [...]

Dumaguete’s ever-growing population of resident artists and intellectuals is defining the city’s soul: creative, vibrant and smart. Story by Kristine Fonacier. Photos by Hersley Ven Casero

It’s a fact: Trying new experiences, whether it’s learning a foreign language or navigating unchartered territory, is a sure way to keep your mind fired up and alert. I sum this up in three words: Blaze new trails. Travel to a city you’ve never been to or sink your teeth into a dish you’ve never [...]

Start your engines! Apart from cool morning breezes and comfortably dry weather, January carries with it the positive energy of new beginnings. At this time, we are faced with the thrill of the open road, the vast possibilities of the blank page, and the crisp feel of a brand new slate. The new year brings [...]

CEO Lance Gokongwei gives us the lay of the land