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Philippines among top 3 countries for highest screen time again — data

Collected data shows the Philippines ranks high among countries with the most screen time, particularly on phones and social media.

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“Since we’re Filipinos, indigenous vegetables are more appropriate to our body.”

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Arts and Culture

'Crazy Rich Asians' director to helm Broadway adaptation for stage debut

"Crazy Rich Asians" is getting a musical adaptation with the film's director, Jon M. Chu, at the helm for his stage debut.

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The Budgetarian

The art of 'moneyfesting': How to turn unused items into cash

You can still use what you have — gadgets, luxury bags, watches, among others — to generate cash.

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Lifestyle Business

The diverse world of Tetra Pak carton packaging

In the world of packaging, Tetra Pak has emerged as a pioneer in the packaging industry.

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Fashion and Beauty

Issa Pressman sizzles at Kenzo event, bares summer must-haves

Issa and boyfriend, singer-actor-talent manager James Reid, just made summer hotter with their sweet moments at the Kenzo event.

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Filipino food label Turks opens 3rd international branch

After the successful launch of Turks, which was rebranded as T.Co in Hong Kong just last year and last month in Kwon Tung, Kowloon, founder and self-made billionaire Gem Zeñarosa opened the 17-year-old franchise's third international branch in Central, Hong Kong.

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Nelly, Ashanti engaged; expecting 1st baby

Ashanti announced that she was expecting on Instagram in a creative way.

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On the Radar

Alfie Alley is back! The ultimate celebration of street culture, art, music and drinks returns

After last year's resounding success, Alfonso Brandy is thrilled to announce the highly anticipated return of Alfie Alley in its second year.

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Pet Life

4th Impact confirms refunding donations of deleted GoFundMe page for 200 dogs

Girl group 4th Impact fully refunded all the donations sent in to a GoFundMe page they set up for their 200 pet dogs but deleted following heavy criticism from Internet users and animal rights activists.

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Going abroad soon? Travel perks, vouchers await travelers

Telecommunications company Globe is offering travel perks for subscribers who purchase any of promos under its data roaming packs.

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James Reid bares sandos collection; gives tips to girls shopping for boys

“You’ll never go wrong with that!”

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Modern Living

Kathryn Bernardo, family's new home has elevator, slide, arcade

Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to Casa Bernardo.

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Gadgets

Philippines among top 3 countries for highest screen time again — data

Collected data shows the Philippines ranks high among countries with the most screen time, particularly on phones and social media.

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