Norman Cruz

2 months ago | manilastandard.net | Norman Cruz

Fast-food chain Chowking energizes the crowd in Sta. Cruz, Manila during Chinese New Year celebrations on Jan. 30, 2025, as it marks its 40th anniversary. Chowking also introduced its new ‘Kung Hei Fat Chow!’ meal, designed for family celebrations. Norman Cruz

2 months ago | manilastandard.net | Norman Cruz

A barker collects fare from commuters at a jeepney terminal along Pedro Gil Street in Malate, Manila bound for Makati City on Thursday. The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) has recently revealed that it is evaluating a proposal to increase the minimum jeepney fare to P15.

2 months ago | manilastandard.net | Norman Cruz

A young girl and his father enjoy a thrilling slide at the Fantasy World in SM Sta. Mesa, Manila featuring a wide range of kiddie attractions including bumper cars, a trampoline park, giant slides, and ocean ball pool.

2 months ago | manilastandard.net | Norman Cruz

A fire breather dazzles the crowd at Ongpin Street in Binondo, Manila as part of yesterday’s Chinese New Year festivities.

2 months ago | manilastandard.net | Norman Cruz

Ongpin Street in Binondo, Manila turns festive on the eve of Chinese New Year with the traditional dragon and lion dance performances. Chinatown is busy on January 28, 2025 as the Filipino-Chinese community prepares to celebrate the Lunar New Year. 2025 is marked as the Year of the Wood Snake. In Chinese culture, snakes symbolize duality. According to the Economic Times, Wood Snake “is believed to possess qualities of charm, intelligence, and creativity, while sometimes being secretive or ruthless.”