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2 days ago | 
lifestyle.inquirer.net | Lala Singian
The world went silent yesterday as Pope Francis, the 266th leader of the Catholic Church, passed away on April 21, 2025 at the age of 88. His death came after a stroke and irreversible cardiovascular arrest at the Saint Martha House in Vatican City, ending a pontificate that began on March 13, 2013. From the moment of his election as the first Latin American pope and the first Jesuit at that, Pope Francis broke new ground.
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3 days ago | 
lifestyle.inquirer.net | Lala Singian
My wedding is at the beach this weekend (Lord help me). And while I thought guests would be asking about the food or directions, the most common question I’ve gotten this past year is about the dress code—specifically, beach formal. “Beach formal” may sound made-up but it’s an actual dress code.
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1 week ago | 
asianews.network | Lala Singian
April 16, 2025MANILA – Last night, I begged my mom if we could watch something non-religious, and she replied with a flat-out no. “It’s Holy Week!” she said. Since Palm Sunday, it’s been nothing but holy movies in our home. So much of the Christian faith has always been easier for me to grasp through visuals—either films, paintings, or shows.
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2 weeks ago | 
lifestyle.inquirer.net | Lala Singian
If you’re looking for a crash course in Filipino flavors, the ongoing National Food Fair is your spot to go this weekend, thanks to over 250 food entrepreneurs showing off their homegrown products from across the country. Within SM Megamall B’s Megatrade Halls 1 to 3, visitors can walk through the aisles of the Fresh Produce Grand Marketplace. The makeshift marketplace features local produce from eggs to fresh greens and gigantic gourds, giving off a farmers’ market vibe.
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2 weeks ago | 
lifestyle.inquirer.net | Lala Singian
These prime real estate investments are flourishing in Manila Bay’s most dynamic business districtManila Bay is rapidly transforming into Metro Manila’s most dynamic business district, offering a thriving hub of opportunities and leisure. SMDC’s Sands and Sail Residences are perfectly positioned to capitalize on this growth, making them ideal investment choices.
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2 weeks ago | 
lifestyle.inquirer.net | Lala Singian
Our favorite wellness guru and multitasking maven, the Goop goddess mixes up a Filipino classic in her morning routineYesterday on April 6, Gwyneth Paltrow posted a morning reel on Instagram where she was trying her hand at pork tocino—a favorite sweet and savory Filipino breakfast staple.
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2 weeks ago | 
lifestyle.inquirer.net | Lala Singian
Get an intimate look into the lives of saints with these 9 movies available online for freeI’ve been binge-watching “Severance” and “The White Lotus” these past few weeks. And while the two series are hard to look away from, critically acclaimed, and filled with biting, thought-provoking commentary, they always leave me a bit perturbed.
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Sep 8, 2024 | 
asianews.network | Lala Singian
September 9, 2024 MANILA – Celebrated German artist Gerhard Richter once said, “Art is the highest form of hope.” And in the exhibition and upcoming auction “The Pink Room: A Gallery for Good,” 27 of some of the Philippines’ most celebrated contemporary artists will demonstrate exactly what art can achieve when they come together for ICanServe Foundation’s 25th anniversary to support breast cancer awareness and treatment.
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Aug 21, 2024 | 
asianews.network | Lala Singian
August 22, 2024 MANILA – In recent years, Baybayin tattoos have become a meaningful way for Filipinos to connect with Filipino roots. Often confused with alibata, Baybayin is a pre-colonial script unique to the Philippines. While each symbol in Baybayin represents a syllable, the script can resonate deeply with those who choose it for their body art. To guide us through the nuances of Baybayin tattoos, we spoke with Kristian Kabuay, a leading authority on pre-Philippine scripts.
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Jul 21, 2024 | 
asianews.network | Lala Singian
July 22, 2024 NEW YORK – As part of New York’s “Midnight Moment,” Filipina artist Martha Atienza presents her 2017 work “Our Islands 11°16’58.4″N 123°45’07.0″E” across multiple digital billboards for three minutes every night throughout July. The program flashes from 11:57 p.m. to midnight as part of the Midnight Moment Summer, showcasing art across more than 95 electronic billboards. Originally a 72-minute film, “Our Islands” features underwater scenes from Bantayan Island in Cebu.
