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Home > Philippine News > Philippine Lifestyle News Philippine Lifestyle NewsCulture. Innovation. Style.Get to know the Filipinos up close. Philippine Lifestyle News brings relevant stories and updates on Philippine arts, culture and innovation.Philippine Lifetyle News : 2006Vigan celebrates "Viva Vigan" Vigan Ilocos Sur celebrates "Viva Vigan" Festival of arts, from April 28-May 7. Viva Vigan promises to provide tourists with a colorful display of Vigan arts and traditions and a truly memorable experience in this World famous heritage site. Find out more... Direct investments from Overseas Filipinos surge 12.5% in February Dollar investments from overseas Filipinos posted double-digit growth rates in February, according to the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP). Find out more... Puerto Azul Golf Course among the World's Bests Golf Digest ranks Puerto Azul Golf and Country Club as one of the 100 best golf courses outside of the United States in... Philippines' Manny Pacquiao wins SuperFeatherweight Bout Manny Pacquiao "The Pacman" defeats Mexico's Erik Morales in the 10th round of the super featherweight battle in Las Vegas. It was the first time Morales was defeated in 48 fights. Hawaii Governor Confirms Demand for Filipino Nurses Hawaii Governor Linda Lingle also highlighted the vital role of the Filipinos in the state health care programs because of their distinct virtues, skills and values of professionalism. Philippine Lifetyle News : December 2005President Arroyo among "People Who Mattered" - Time Inc. Time Magazine cited Philippine President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo among the "People Who Mattered" in 2005. The list includes US President George W. Bush and Vice-President Dick Cheney. Philippine rice among top inventions in the past 50 years The Philippine rice, the semi-dwarf, high-yield Indica variety, released by IRRI in 1966, is listed as one of the top 50 inventions in the past half-century alongside... Filipinos: Celebrating 100 Years in Hawaii The Filipino-Americans in Hawaii kicked off a year-long celebration of immigration. Rmore than 275,000 isle residents, or about 23% of the state's population, identify themselves as Filipino or part Filipino. Read stories of success and sacrifice... Philippines: 2005 Southeast Asian Games Overall Champion Philippines secured its title as the 2005 Southeast Asian Games Champion - its first-ever championship since the games began in 1977. Philippine Lifetyle News : November 2005Filipinos invent fuel saver Two Filipino inventors successfully tested a fuel saver for diesel-powered vehicle. This new invention stands to save diesel consumption by as much as 25 percent. SEA Games 2005 opens in Manila Philippine President Gloria Arroyo has declared the 23rd Southeast Asian (SEA) Games open in a glittering ceremony at the Aquino sports stadium in Manila. Philippine Lifetyle News : October 2005Philippines : Ready for the Southeast Asian Games 2005The Philippines, host to the Southeast Asian Games 2005, announced that all playing venues will be ready before the games reel off on November 27. Miss Venezuela was crowned as Miss Earth 2005 22-year old Miss Venezuela, Alexandra Braun Waldeck, was crowned Miss Earth 2005 in Manila, Philippines on October 23, 2005. Philippines documentary film "Selling Songs of Leyte" wins in New York Philippines "Selling Songs of Leyte" won the Best Foreign Short Documentary in the recently held New York International Independent Film and Video Festival... Filipina powerlifter breaks world record A Filipina powerlifter broke the world record during the 8th World Masters Power Lifting Championships 2005 in Pretoria, Africa. The rest of the Filipino team also bagged medals in different categories. Philippine Lifetyle News : September 2005Mobile penetration hits 41% in the PhilippinesThe number of mobile subscribers in the Philippines has grown by more than 50% over the last five years to reach 34.8 million as of the end of March, representing a penetration rate of 41.1%. UP Singing Ambassadors wins top awards in Europe The UP Singing Ambassadors brought home several top awards from various prestigious international choir competitions, including a grand prize from Czech Republic and several first prizes from Spain and Italy. Miss Philippines is Miss International 2005 Miss Philippines, Precious Lara Quigaman, was crowned Miss International 2005 in Japan, besting 51 other candidates... Filipino tradition of leadership in the United Nations United Nations - Philippines President Arroyo is the first woman and first Asian head of state to preside over the United Nations Security Council... Filipino-American Brian Viloria bags World Boxing light flyweight title Brian Viloria, who traces his roots to the Philippines, crowned himself as the new World Boxing Council (WBC) light flyweight king... Pacquiao wins super featherweight bout against Velazquez Manny Pacquiao, 28, of Kibawe, Philipines, stopped Hector Velazquez by technical knockout in the sixth round of a scheduled 12-round super featherweight bout at Staples Center on Saturday night... Writings of Filipino-American Carlos Bulosan Resurrected Carlos Bulosan's literary works have been resurrected and are now read widely, thanks to the efforts of Filipino-American scholars and the University of Washington Press. His 1946 masterpiece, "America Is in the Heart," is one of the most widely used books in Asian-American studies classes around the world. Philippine President Arroyo offers relief efforts for Katrina victims Philippine President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo and Speaker Jose de Venecia appealed to US based Filipino communities to mobilize their civic action teams and doctors and nurses for urgent relief and humanitarian efforts to reach the victims of hurricane Katrina. Philippine Lifetyle News : August 2005A Filipina-American became the first woman executive chef at the White HouseMrs. Laura Bush has named Cristeta "Cris" Comerford as the new White House Executive Chef. Ms. Comerford, a Filipina-American and the first woman to serve in the position, will be responsible for designing and executing... Philippines' Ginebra brands bag 2005 International Wines and Spirit Awards Philippines' Ginebra San Miguel, flagship brand of Ginebra San Miguel Inc., and Tondena Premium Rum were recently cited in an international competition organized by the world’s most influential wine and spirit producers. Japan Nursing care services are turning to Philippines to make up for the lack of caregivers With Japan's rapidly aging population, welfare-related companies anticipates future demand growth when Japan starts accepting caregivers from the Philippines under a free-trade agreement. Virgin Coconut Oil - Foundation of True Beauty A well-known Philippine TV host and celebrity, Cory Quirino, endorses the use of Virgin Coconut Oil due to its proven health, wellness and beauty benefits. Director is hopeful WWII rescue film will find audience The story told in "The Great Raid," a Philippine-based war drama, is one of the most remarkable in a most remarkable war. "I feel privileged to tell the story. These were brave, brave people, Americans and Filipinos, who deserve to be recognized — and honored. I hope I did them justice".... Thousands March in Chicago Downtown To Honor Catholic Faith People from around the world walked in celebration of the Catholic faith Friday afternoon through downtown Chicago. Participants came from as far as Mexico and the Philippines for one reason: the Eucharist. Philippine Lifetyle News : July 2005President of the Philippines in Top 10 of Forbes' 100 Most Powerful Women listPresident Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo rose to 4th position in Forbes' 100 Most Powerful Women list. US Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice tops the list, followed by... Philippine Lifetyle News : June 2005Explosion of young Filipino talents in the performing artsThe performing arts started with a bang in the second quarter, and there was no slackening, no doldrums in the summer months. And in June, there was an explosion of youthful musical talents. Catering to the young and feeding their minds Baguio City - If culinary arts is a couple, then it could only be Paul and Nina Poblador of Jam Breakfast to Bar, a restaurant/gallery/bar/media room on busy Session Road here. Dante Ursua and his bamboo flute He is no pied piper but he certainly plays beautiful music with his most unique invention, the bamboo flute. Dante Ursua is not an accidental musician. In fact, he knows his notes better than most aspiring artists hoping to get a shot at stardom. A Tribute to Philippine's Cardinal Jaime Sin Influential Cardinal Jaime Sin dies at 76. Cardinal Sin was the clearest voice of the Philippine church and a courageous promoter of human rights, democracy, and devotion to the Holy Eucharist and Mary... Cebu, Philippines : Pretty women all in a row "I am convinced Cebu is the land of the most beautiful women," said Jose Mari Chan before breaking out into a song, "...walking in the moonlight on a lovely evening like this..." Philippines wins Global 100 Eco-Tech Award Barely two weeks after winning the gold in the Nature's Wisdom Award of the World Expo 2005 in Japan, the Philippines bagged another prestigious award, this time for its unique global environmental technology. Philippine Gold Forum at Met Museum Philippine time, an absolute essential for community standing, not simply by their possession but by the number and quality a family could display. The Philippines Turns 107 With A Dazzling Night HRH Princess Hajah Masna applauded the regional and international role the Philippines is playing, especially in Asean... Older people a big market - survey Population statistics show that people 55 years old and above account for 9 percent or 7.8 million people of the Philippine population, a notable increase within the past five years... Four Filipinos Win Top Honors in World Bank’s Global Competition for Innovative Projects Four projects proposed by Filipinos, ranging from using ducks to stimulate rice production, to employing pots to catch blue crabs (alimasag), to building awareness on the benefits of... Philippine Lifetyle News : May 2005Philippines Bags Gold in World Expo 2005 in Japan The Philippines beat 30 countries worldwide to bag the gold for the Nature's Wisdom Award in the World Expo 2005 held in Japan.Back to Top of Philippine Lifestyle News
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