By Jun Medina – Filipino World War II veterans and their supporters paid tribute Friday (Manila time) to the late Sen. Edward Kennedy for steadfastly being their champion in the US Senate. (more…)

By Lala Rimando - The recent Forbes Asia magazine’s accounting of the wealth of the Philippines’ 40 richest people just might be an indication of economic recovery. (more…)

White House executive chef Cristeta Comerford talks about her life, her kitchen and her ‘Pinoy-ness’

By Eugene Santos, Jacky Lynne A. Oiga, Pam Brooke A. Casin – Cristeta Pasia Comerford’s lips may be sealed by protocol but that didn’t stop her from sharing—even just a tiny bit—her colorful life as executive chef to one of the most prominent houses to date: The White House. (more…)

A team of Filipino mathematics students won a total of 102 medals, including 16 golds, in the 5th International Mathematics Contest in Singapore early this week. Dr. Simon Chua, president of the Mathematics Trainers Guild – Philippines, said in a statement the 104-strong Philippine delegation won a 16 golds, 27 silvers, and 56 bronze medals, as well as two merit certificates. (more…)

By Gretchen Fullido – A former ABS-CBN reporter has been crowned Mrs. Universe 2009 second runner-up in Riga, Latvia. Camilla Kim-Galvez, the only Asian to enter the top 3 slots, also bagged the best in evening gown and darling of the press awards during the competition Sunday. (more…)

By Melissa de los Santos – It seemed simple enough, but I was uncertain about its ability to keep me entertained for more than a few minutes. After a couple of rounds, however, my family and friends were unanimous: Mismo! must be one of the most original and amusing Filipino board games ever. (more…)

By Kris Bayos – Even if it’s a red letter day, people from all walks of life will paint the town yellow on Friday as they pay tribute to the late former Sen. Benigno “Ninoy” Aquino Jr., who was assassinated 26 years ago while fighting for Philippine democracy. (more…)