The train brought its premium services to guests representing national tourism agency managers and travel enterprises from across the country. The participants provided feedback and assessed connectivity between Ninh Bình and the attractions along the train route. They also discussed plans to develop and operate rail-based tourism products linking Ninh Bình with key destinations.

A family in Taytay, Rizal had a frightening encounter with a snake that slithered into their home while they were asleep, but their pet cat was quick to respond.

Angelica Lopez brought the heat at the Miss Grand International swimsuit competition.

Cinema '76 Film Society and Cinema '76 Café are set to close their doors after nearly 11 years of bringing together Filipino film lovers, independent filmmakers, and moviegoers.

Ryza Cenon shared why she and her longtime partner, Miguel Antonio Cruz, are not yet married.

The Filipino Music Awards 2026 nominees are here.

Rere Madrid has given birth -- congratulations!

The contest targets rural destinations distinguished by their rich cultural heritage, attractive tourism products, scenic landscapes, ecological environment and the effective use of agricultural and traditional craft village values.

Gwen Zamora revealed that she is pregnant with baby no. 3!

The ground-breaking ceremony for the restoration of Kính Thiên Palace was held on September 29, marking a milestone in preserving and promoting the Thăng Long Imperial Citadel’s historical and cultural value and enhancing awareness of its international heritage.

The "BER" months mark the start of the country's most anticipated holiday season. As families prepare for gift shopping and festive celebrations, making every peso count becomes important when planning meaningful reunions to create lasting memories. With expenses likely to pile up, BDO Pay helps Filipinos stretch their budget by offering free money transfers, seamless QR payments, and bill payments without extra charges. It’s your reliable and secure everyday payment app for all holiday transactions, from shopping, to settling bills, and even sending Aguinaldo. Your all-in-one holiday payment app The season means more gatherings, more purchases, and more expenses. BDO Pay keeps transactions simple, secure and cost-efficient, so you can focus on celebrations instead of fees. Pay instantly with no fees for all transactions. Scan any QRPh code to pay directly from your BDO account or Debit card, or choose Scan to Pay with your BDO Credit Card using the BDO POS terminal.Send gifts without fees. Send Aguinaldo to inaanaks or split expenses with relatives at no cost. With BDO Pay’s Send Money feature, you can transfer funds to BDO accounts, other banks, and e-wallets for free using an account number, QR code, or mobile number.Stay on top of bills. Settle dues to over 2,200 billers, like electricity, transportation, water services, and telecommunications, all without fees. Amid the holiday rush, pay on time without lining up or juggling multiple apps, and enjoy BDO Pay’s all in one convenient platform. Easy access for first-time users For those who have yet to discover BDO Pay, there's never been a better time to start.  Opening a Basic Account through the BDO Pay app is quick and hassle-free. Customers can open an account in just a few minutes using only one valid ID with no initial deposit or maintaining balance required, making banking accessible to more Filipinos. BDO Pay also makes everyday transactions effortless and secure. Easily collect shared expenses with Request Money, access installment offers for big purchases, and stay protected with instant card lock for your BDO Credit and Debit Cards whenever needed. This season of giving, BDO Pay Mo Na! Holiday spending is in full swing, but managing your everyday payments can be hassle-free. With BDO Pay, you have everything you need in one easy-to-use app that lets you spend smart, enjoy the festivities, and make your every peso count.  Download BDO Pay today from the App Store (iOS), Google Play Store (Android), or Huawei AppGallery (HarmonyOS)

Looks like Xonara has new music up their sleeve!

There is new merch available for Formula1 fans in the Philippines!

Joyce Ching and her husband Kevin Alimon just revealed the gender of their second baby.

In Lam Sơn Commune, home to the Lam Kinh historical site, local officials have joined producers in livestreams to introduce products and connect them with consumers.

Saab Magalona"s son, Vito, was thrilled to hear SB19"s version of “Mga Kababayan” in the animated film “Forgotten Island.”

This year, lessons will weave Vietnamese culture, history and everyday life into the curriculum, tailored to each age group.

The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism has introduced a platform for managing the national cultural heritage database.

Sleeping with Sirens is coming to Manila next year!

Tourism is no longer simply about experiences, emotions and exploration, but has become an industry driven by data, technology and adaptability.

Losartan took on a different meaning after some netizens referred to Carlos Yulo"s bashers as “losartan warriors.”

Greek electronic music artist and producer ARGY, known for his melodic house and techno, will perform his NEWORLD concert at the Independence Palace on october 2.

Jellyfish, or sứa in Vietnamese, is not exclusive to Quy Nhơn, but it’s more common in this area than most other regions. The jellyfish is cut into bite-sized pieces and served either raw or in a hot broth. Either way, its flavour is more subtle than its texture, with a delicate, briny taste of seawater as the most prominent note.

The World Travel Awards honoured several Vietnamese destinations, including Tà Xùa, Phong Nha, Hà Nội, Đà Nẵng and HCM City, in a ceremony on September 27 in the Maldives.

From ancient rock formations and spectacular landscapes to traditional crafts and community-based tourism, Cao Bằng is turning its UNESCO-recognised geological heritage into a source of sustainable livelihoods for local people.

What began with a few pieces of Pilates and physiotherapy equipment inside a home in Fairview, Quezon City, has grown into a multi-branch wellness brand, with ESpace Wellness Club bringing Pilates, yoga, barre, spin and recovery services to BF Homes.  During the height of the pandemic, entrepreneurs Mico Vallejo and Euriz Bagtas-Vallejo started the business from their home, gradually acquiring equipment as they pursued their shared interest in wellness.  For Bagtas-Vallejo, a licensed physical therapist, the venture also provided an opportunity to apply her knowledge of movement, rehabilitation and physical well-being in a more accessible setting.  What started at home has since grown into ESpace, which now has multiple branches across Metro Manila. Its latest location in BF Homes, Parañaque, is a two-floor wellness club that brings several fitness and recovery disciplines under one roof.   The club has dedicated studios and facilities for Pilates, yoga, barre and spin, along with recovery amenities including a cold plunge and sauna.  “I’ve always believed that taking care of your body shouldn’t only happen when something is already wrong. Movement, recovery and prevention can be part of everyday life,” Bagtas-Vallejo said.   For the founders, the growth of ESpace has been less about building another fitness studio and more about creating a wellness space that people can incorporate into their daily routines.  “We started with what we had at home and simply kept building from there. The equipment came little by little, and eventually the idea became much bigger than what we initially imagined,” Vallejo said.     Bringing ESpace to the South  The BF Homes opening marks ESpace's expansion into southern Metro Manila, where the founders said they saw an opportunity to bring its combination of fitness and recovery services closer to residents.  The founders said expanding to Parañaque was not simply about adding another location but about introducing the ESpace concept to a new community while maintaining their focus on accessibility and convenience.  “We wanted to bring ESpace to the South because we saw an opportunity to make the kind of wellness experience we’ve built over the years more accessible to people in this community,” Bagtas-Vallejo said. “Wellness should be something you can easily make part of your life, not something you have to go out of your way to find.”     ESpace opens 11th branch in Pasay  The expansion continued on Sept. 26 with the official opening of ESpace Wellness Hub in Pasay City, the brand's 11th branch and a larger location compared with the BF Homes club.  The Pasay branch continues to offer Pilates, yoga, barre, spin and recovery services while adding an in-house cafe where members and their companions can have drinks and spend time before or after their sessions.   The addition reflects the founders' broader view of wellness as extending beyond exercise to include movement, recovery and community.  For the Vallejo couple, reaching 11 branches remains connected to the same idea that began in their Fairview home: creating spaces where people can move better, feel better and enjoy taking care of themselves.  “When we look back at where we started, it’s incredible to see how far ESpace has come. But the vision is still very similar to what we had in that home in Fairview: We want to create spaces where people can move better, feel better and enjoy taking care of themselves,” Vallejo said.   From a few pieces of equipment in a pandemic-era home to 11 branches across Metro Manila, ESpace continues to expand its wellness concept while keeping its origins in mind.

“Forgotten Island” recorded a whopping P97 million in box-office receipts during its opening weekend in the Philippines.

Dylan Sprouse and Barbara Palvin are officially parents!

Toshiba Lifestyle Philippines took its idea of home living beyond the kitchen and living room with “The Takumi Experience,” a two-day gathering for winners of a nationwide promotion and invited guests. The appliance brand brought together dining, music and a resort stay to explore the idea behind takumi, a Japanese term associated with skilled artisans. Rather than center the event on particular products, Toshiba drew a connection between the care that goes into an artisan’s work and the details homeowners consider when choosing appliances for their spaces. The guests included winners from different regions who qualified through a promotion held from July 1 to Aug. 15. Every single-receipt purchase of Toshiba appliances during that period earned a chance to join the experience. The event also welcomed invited figures from the lifestyle field, with activities held across two consecutive days. At Helm, guests met chef Josh Boutwood and experienced a menu prepared under his direction. The program then moved from the dining table to the concert hall for “Star Wars: The Return of the Jedi in Concert,” with Gerard Salonga conducting the live orchestral performance. The promotion winners also had a stay at Solaire Resort as part of their visit. For the brand, the choice of guests and activities reflected the broader place appliances occupy in the home. A refrigerator, for example, has a practical role in keeping ingredients fresh, while the look and placement of an appliance can affect how a kitchen or living area feels. The company used the gathering to express that approach through the work of Boutwood and Salonga, both of whom it introduced as its Takumi Masters. “True luxury lies in the details,” said Anna Marie Alejandro, general manager of Toshiba Lifestyle Philippines. She pointed to food preservation and design as two considerations in developing appliances for the home. The event offered the brand’s promotion winners a chance to meet the two artists and spend time together outside their usual surroundings. It also gave the brand an occasion to present its view of craftsmanship through experiences its guests could see, hear and share, from a meal prepared by Boutwood to an orchestra led by Salonga.

Việt Nam welcomed 15.9 million international visitors and served 113 million domestic tourists in the first eight months of 2026, up 14.5 per cent and 6.6 per cent year-on-year, respectively. Tourism revenue during the period reached VNĐ781 trillion (US$29.7 billion), up 10.4 per cent.