— well-being —

Albatross Advocates for Proper Sanitation With World Toilet Day Donations

November 29, 2024

In celebration of World Toilet Day, Albatross, the leading name in air care in the Philippines, is taking action to support better sanitation for Filipinos. Recognizing that proper sanitation is a human right, Albatross is committed to fostering clean, safe toilet facilities nationwide. Since its initiation in 2013 by the United Nations, World Toilet Day… Read More Albatross Advocates for Proper Sanitation With World Toilet Day Donations

— well-being —

What is Vesicoureteral Reflux?

August 29, 2024

I am writing about vesicoureteral reflux or VUR because this is something personal that my family went through a long time ago. My First-born son was diagnosed with VUR when he was two years old. It was a congenital condition and we only got to learn about it after his recurring fever and urinary tract… Read More What is Vesicoureteral Reflux?

— Philippine Local Lifestyle, Travel —

My Heart Beats in Iloilo

April 24, 2024

Iloilo’s new tagline is My Heart Beats in Iloilo. Aptly so because Ilonggos have been carrying the city with pride and with love in their hearts. I hope it stays the same and local leadership maintains this feeling of pride among the Ilonggos. I have used “I am Iloilo” every time I posted about Iloilo… Read More My Heart Beats in Iloilo

— Lifestyle, shopping —

Looking for Ways to Enhance Your Curves? Try Popilush Shapewear!

September 28, 2023

Are you on the hunt for new ways to enhance your curves? Look no further than Popilush Shapewear. This brand knows that everybody is different, so it offers a variety of shapewear options to flatter all shapes and sizes. So, if you’re ready to embrace your curves and achieve the silhouette of your dreams, give… Read More Looking for Ways to Enhance Your Curves? Try Popilush Shapewear!

— Filipinos in Indonesia, Living in Indonesia —

Why are there Two Philippine Ambassadors in Jakarta?

June 27, 2023

The new Philippine Ambassador to Indonesia, Ambassador Gina Jamoralin, presented her credentials to President Jokowi Widodo on June 26, 2023. We now have two Philippine Ambassadors based here in Jakarta. The other one is Ambassador and Permanent Representative (PR) Hjayceelin “Joy” Quintana who formally assumed her post earlier this year. Why are there two Philippine… Read More Why are there Two Philippine Ambassadors in Jakarta?

— Lifestyle —

First Coach Playhouse in the World

May 25, 2023

My discovery of the first and only Coach Playhouse in the world and is located in Singapore was purely by chance. I was walking along Keong Saik Road in Chinatown with my family when I saw a baby pink building along an alley. It stood out among the white-colored buildings. So, I told my husband… Read More First Coach Playhouse in the World

— Lifestyle —

Is Charles & Keith Cheaper in Singapore?

May 24, 2023

Is Charles & Keith cheaper in Singapore? Charles & Keith is a homegrown brand so, yes, it is. Even before the brouhaha over that sweet girl Zoe’s tiktok video, I have always liked Charles & Keith’s bags and shoes. I gave a Charles & Keith bag to my OB-Gyne in the Philippines when she waived… Read More Is Charles & Keith Cheaper in Singapore?

— Living in Indonesia —

ASEAN Gallery at the ASEAN Headquarters

April 14, 2023

I got to know about the ASEAN Gallery at the ASEAN Headquarters when I first reported about the new Philippine Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the ASEAN Mission. That was very memorable because that was my very first report as the TFC News Correspondent for Jakarta. I got the chance to see the artworks inside… Read More ASEAN Gallery at the ASEAN Headquarters

— Living in Indonesia —

12 Catholic Churches in Jakarta

April 4, 2023

Even though Indonesia is a predominantly Muslim country, there are Catholic churches in Jakarta for the faithful. I am sharing these churches to guide you especially when you want to do Visita Iglesia on a Holy Week. Jakarta Cathedral (Gereja Santa Maria Pelindung Diangkat ke Surga) The Cathedral is dedicated to the Virgin Mary, so… Read More 12 Catholic Churches in Jakarta

— Living in Indonesia —

Exploring Masjid Istiqlal

March 29, 2023

It is the Ramadan Season for Muslims so I went about exploring Masjid Istiqlal, the biggest mosque in South East Asia. Since I am living here in Indonesia surrounded by a predominantly Muslim population, it is but fitting to see the core of their daily life, their faith. Masjid Istiqlal is located here in Jakarta.… Read More Exploring Masjid Istiqlal