Filipino UFC Fighter Follows Pacquiao’s Mountain Path to Glory
Mark Striegl makes his UFC debut in Abu Dhabi this weekend having taken a path forged by centuries of feared Filipino warriors and followed by boxing great Manny Pacquiao.
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The Quest of a Queer Filipina to Broaden Sexual Wellness Education
Andrea Barrica is one of the most trailblazing Filipinas today. But looking at her upbringing, one would never expect her to become a pioneer in sex tech. Get to know Barrica and her impressive journey to educate others on topics many consider taboo.
Anti-Vaccine Misinformation Goes Viral in the Philippines
Online misinformation is leaching out from cheap mobile phones and free Facebook plans used by millions in the Philippines, convincing many to reject vaccinations for polio and other deadly diseases.
Friendship Made Over a Surfboard Drifted 8,000 km From Hawaii to the Philippines
When big wave surfer Doug Falter lost his board in a wipeout in Hawaii, his best hope was for a local fisherman to pick it up. He never imagined it would be found more than 8,000 kilometers (5,000 miles) away in the southern Philippines.
Down the Rabbit Hole: Gwen Wong Wayne Looks Back on Her Playboy Odyssey
Only a few jobs in the world can rival the whispers Playboy Bunnies get, both controversial and not. The second Asian American Playmate, Gwen Wong Wayne, recounts her incredible experiences working as a Bunny in the 60s and 70s, and shares her life today.
Former Gambling ‘Expert’ Now Operates Rehab Center in Shanghai to Help Others
Holding a fist up next to his head like a soldier, Huang Chunhao makes a solemn vow.
What These Asian Celebrity Chefs are up to at the ‘Moment’
Restaurants and travel remain the hardest-hit industry by the Covid-19 Pandemic. Despite these challenging times, some of the most recognizable Asian chefs in the industry are keeping up the pace and moving forward. Let’s see what they are up to.
Philippines Court Orders US Marine Who Killed Transgender Woman to Be Freed
A US Marine convicted of killing a transgender woman in the Philippines has been ordered freed on the grounds of good conduct after serving half his maximum 10-year sentence, his lawyer said Wednesday.
Off the Air: Top Philippines Broadcaster Shuts Regional Stations
Anchor Dhobie de Guzman has been the face of a popular news show in the northern Philippines for more than a decade. Now the closure of his regional station — and dozens of others countrywide — has left him out of work.
Hungry and Homeless: Philippine ‘Jeepney’ Drivers Hit by Virus
Forced off the road by coronavirus lockdowns, Philippine “jeepney” driver Daniel Flores now plies the streets of Manila on foot begging for money to feed his hungry family.
How an Ordinary Cafe Became the Pioneer of the ‘Reusable Pizza Box’
All over the world, more establishments are realizing the need to eliminate disposable packaging. A café in Laguna, Philippines has solved their waste problem in the most amazing way possible by using locally made hand-woven pizza boxes.
YouTube Channels to Level up Your Asian Cooking Skills
YouTube has also become an amazing avenue for fun and informative cooking videos. Whether you want short and direct tutorials or in-depth culinary lessons laced with humor, these channels are worth subscribing to.
The Philippines’ Long and Arduous Plight for Divorce
The Philippines is the only remaining country in the world except for the Vatican where divorce is not legal. What happens to unhappy couples if a marriage cannot be dissolved? We take a look at how the Philippines is treading legal matters with an extremely Catholic perspective.
Philippines: Deadliest Country in Asia for Land Defenders
The Philippines was the deadliest country in Asia for land and environmental defenders again last year while slipping to second most dangerous in the world behind Colombia, a watchdog said Wednesday.
212 Environmental Activists Murdered in 2019 According to NGOs
At least 212 environmental campaigners worldwide were murdered in 2019, making last year the deadliest on record for frontline activists battling the destruction of Nature, watchdog group Global Witness reported Wednesday.
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Iconic Asian Breads You Can Actually Try to Make at Home
Are you a bread lover? If so, you need to explore more options other than your favorite sourdough and baguette. Asia offers a wide array of famous breads that are so good it will make you want to make it yourself. We scour some of the best tutorials so you can try to make them at home.
