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  Miranalla Farm will host a hands-on Earthbag Building Workshop in Guindulman, Bohol, from November 23–29, 2026, led by architect and natural builder Rebecca Whan of Auwa Earth. preview What if one of the most useful materials for building was already beneath our feet? That question is at the heart of Miranalla Farm’s upcoming Earthbag Building Workshop, a seven-day hands-on natural building program taking place from November 23–29, 2026, at the working permaculture farm in Guindulman, Bohol. Discover how earth offers a natural, durable, and beautiful way to build. Discover how earth offers a natural, durable, and beautiful way to build. Earthbag building is a construction method in which sturdy woven bags are filled with damp local subsoil, stacked in courses, tamped until solid, and secured between layers with barbed wire. The completed walls are then protected with natural earth or lime plaster. The method is relatively simple, but its relationship with the land is what makes i...

   Dr. Arsenio M. Balisacan is a leading Southeast Asian development economist and public servant who received the Outstanding SEARCA Scholarship Alumni (OSSA) Award in Research from the Southeast Asian Regional Center for Graduate Study and Research in Agriculture. Beginning his academic journey with a Master of Science in Agricultural Economics from the University of the Philippines Los Baños in 1982, he dedicated his career to addressing the socioeconomic challenges confronting smallholder farmers and vulnerable rural households. Rather than treating economic growth merely as an abstract statistic, he shifted the paradigm of poverty measurement across the Philippines and East Asia from simple headcount tallies to assessing the actual depth and severity of deprivation. By demonstrating the complex links between agricultural issues, income distribution, and regional inequality, his research provided crucial evidence for universities, development banks, and government institut...

   Singapore's iconic skyline and famous attractions are worth experiencing. But for travelers who prefer to follow their curiosity, some of the most memorable discoveries happen when they venture beyond the usual sightseeing checklist. Think creative spaces that reward a closer look, heritage destinations that reveal the stories behind a neighborhood, and unexpected stops that turn a regular day out into something worth remembering. For independent travelers, Singapore isn't just a destination to see — it's a city to explore on their own terms. Through their partnership, Philippine Airlines (PAL) and the Singapore Tourism Board (STB) invite Filipino travelers to discover more of Singapore, with experiences that go beyond the familiar and make room for personal interests, spontaneous detours, and unexpected favorites. And with up to 20% OFF flights to Singapore with PAL, available for booking from October 26 to November 1, 2026, there's another reason to plan a getaway ...

  Singapore's character is shaped by the cultures, communities, and traditions that have come together across generations. From heritage districts and historic landmarks to neighborhood food and distinctive architecture, the city offers more than places to visit—it offers stories to discover. For travelers looking to understand Singapore beyond its skyline, the experience begins with exploring the places that preserve its heritage, tasting the flavors that reflect its cultural influences, and seeing how tradition continues to shape the city today. Through their partnership, Philippine Airlines (PAL) and the Singapore Tourism Board (STB) invite Filipino travelers to discover these different layers of Singapore, with experiences that bring together cultural discovery, nature, food, and contemporary attractions. With up to 20% OFF flights to Singapore with PAL, available for booking from October 26 to November 1, 2026, there's another reason to discover the destination from a diff...

Before additional locations, new technologies, and a growing range of aesthetic services became part of MOLD Manila, there was Baesa. MOLD Manila’s Baesa branch is the clinic’s original location and remains an active part of the brand today, serving patients in North Quezon City with professional skin care and non-surgical aesthetic treatments. Located along Quirino Highway, the branch represents where MOLD Manila first began developing its approach to aesthetics: individualized treatment plans, careful assessment, and results intended to complement rather than dramatically alter a patient’s natural features. The Original Home of MOLD Manila As MOLD Manila has evolved, the Baesa branch has remained part of its story. For patients in North Quezon City, the location provides access to aesthetic consultations and treatments without requiring regular travel to other parts of Metro Manila for ongoing skin maintenance and aesthetic care. The clinic’s approach begins with understanding the pa...

  TradingPRO has launched Learning Hub, a free, structured education platform built in-house and open to the public, covering trading from the basics through to advanced topics. TradingPRO has announced the launch of the TradingPRO Learning Hub, a dedicated education page now live and accessible to all traders. The platform currently offers 7 courses made up of 115 lessons, developed by TradingPRO's in-house team and structured as a step-by-step learning path from basic to advanced modules. The Learning Hub is designed to give traders, regardless of experience level, a clear and organised way to build trading knowledge. Rather than searching across scattered sources, learners can follow the modules in sequence and progress through concepts in a logical order, each lesson building on the one before it. The courses are designed to work for different starting points. New traders can work through the foundational modules before moving forward. Those with some experience can use t...

  Planning a family getaway means finding more than just a place to visit. It's about choosing a destination where children can discover something new, parents can enjoy themselves too, and everyone comes home with memories worth sharing. Singapore brings these experiences together, from wildlife encounters and hands-on activities to playful attractions, neighborhood discoveries, and dining spots that make the journey just as enjoyable as the destination. Through their partnership, Philippine Airlines (PAL) and the Singapore Tourism Board (STB) invite Filipino families to experience full fun in Singapore — with plenty of ways to play, explore, eat, and make memories together. If you're planning your next family getaway, here are ten specific experiences that make Singapore worth adding to your list. 1. Let the Kids Take the Lead at KidZania At KidZania, children can explore different professions and try out real-world roles through interactive activities. It's an ...