Beware! This blog post contains images that may induce hunger, unanticipated cravings, drooling, or immense longing for something not within your vicinity. It’s an extension of my previous post, Everything I Did on My Weekend in Manila: Nightlife Edition. Whether you’re in the mood for traditional Filipino dishes, international restaurants,…
In contrast to Davao, Manila is a place that never sleeps, especially for certain night spots like Makati or Timog, the current top two party destinations in the metro. Hence, many dwellers outside of the capital prefer partying there. I have been traveling to Manila almost every month for at…
The realme C65 is the new it-phone in the market! Everyone is bombarded with several recently launched tech devices. But how do you know that a phone you saw on tv ads, the one right in front of your screen or in the mall display, is the best, based on…
Like many children, when I was young, I looked up to my parents, who, in general societal norms, one would describe as successful. They both had noble and fruitful careers as doctors. My father was a medical officer with his own office and an arm of subordinates, while my mother…
“AI is unlike humans at all. We haven’t reached a point where AI can replicate human complexity, especially in managing personal lives and relationships. While AI excels in data storage, humans remain essential for data analysis. Besides that, physical tasks in supply chains, like pick-and-pack in warehouses, are best performed…
When it comes to skincare, I am like a incomplete canvas, sometimes left untouched by its intricacies, and almost always leaning towards the herbal, less-invasive bunch, a myriad mixes of anything I see, or those my sister’s leftovers or unconsumed products due to her sensitive-prone skin. A friend might panic…
Jollibee. The name itself conjures images of crispy fried chicken, sweet spaghetti, and pure, childlike joy. For Filipinos, it’s a taste of home. But for first-timers, it can be an overwhelming, yet exciting endeavor. Jollibee has been trending worldwide, so if a new branch opens up in your city, or…
Hui (Lee Hoe Taek) of PENTAGON released his first solo EP last January 16. I’ve been a Universe (PENTAGON’s fandom name) for a while now, and Hui is one of my biases, so I’ve been looking forward to this album since it was announced last December. Besides Hui, I also…
My latest write-up for Aratum is an extensive article about Indonesia and President Joko Widodo’s project of rellocating their capital city from Jakarta to Nusantara. It’s an exciting endeavor as Widodo’s administration is set to create a smart and sustainable city. All the dreams of a tech-lover might come true,…