Marcos tells Fil-Chinese community to reflect on past accomplishments

Luisa Cabato 02/10/2024

MANILA, Philippines —  President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. recognized the “heritage of the dragon” as the country marked the Chinese New Year on Saturday. In a message to the Filipino-Chinese community, Marcos encouraged reflection on the past year’s…

Lunar New Year in the Philippines draws crowds to one of the world’s oldest Chinatowns

02/10/2024

MANILA, Philippines (AP) — Crowds are flocking to Chinatown in the Philippine capital to usher in the Year of the Wood Dragon and experience lively traditional dances on lantern-lit streets with food, lucky charms and prayers for…

Marcos declares Feb. 9 a special non-working day for Chinese New Year

Jean Mangaluz 01/19/2024

MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has declared February 9, a Friday, as a special non-working day in the country for the celebration of Chinese New Year. The Palace issued Proclamation No. 453, making the declaration.…

8 things you need to know about Chinese New Year 

Cris Evert Lato-Ruffolo 01/15/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines — On February 10, the world will say goodbye to the Year of the Rabbit and welcome the Year of the Dragon. Chinese New Year (or Lunar New Year) is among the most celebrated…

Hello Hong Kong: Asia’s World City is now open!

Isabella Angan 02/27/2023

The Hong Kong Trade and Economic Office celebrated the start of the Year of the Rabbit with the big news that Hong Kong has reopened its doors after three years of COVID-19 restrictions. Along with their co-organizers,…

BBM calls for deeper compassion, sense of solidarity as nation welcomes Chinese New Year

Zacarian Sarao 01/22/2023

MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. on Sunday called on Filipinos and the Filipino – Chinese community to have a deeper compassion for the poor, and a renewed sense of solidarity as the nation marks…

What to expect this Year of the Water Rabbit, according to your Chinese horoscope

Yann Magcamit 01/21/2023

January 22 marks the start of a brand new year—in terms of the lunar calendar for 2023, that is. This changing of the calendar is commemorated through the Chinese New Year, and part of this annual celebration…

A Lunar New Year’s Feast at Marina Seaview Restaurant

PR 01/20/2023

Bountiful celebrations await this Year of the Water Rabbit in one of Mactan’s seaside dining. Look forward to reunions and gatherings for happiness and prosperity with live music and an island vibe, at Marina Seaview Restaurant. Indulge in…

Celebrate Lucky Year of the Rabbit at SM

PR 01/20/2023

Enter the year of the water rabbit through various activities in SM malls and be in for some exciting perks which await you until January 22. Don’t miss out on the fun of strolling around SM Supermalls’…

Cebu City to celebrate Chinese new year with a Red Lantern Festival at Plaza Sugbo

Wenilyn Sabalo 01/20/2023

CEBU CITY, Philippines — After Sinulog 2023, the Cebu City government will now hold another event to celebrate an occasion. This time, the Cebu City government, through the Cebu City Tourism Commission, is organizing the city’s first-ever…

Lucky things you need to know for the Year of the Water Rabbit

Micah Sophia C. Marcellones 01/19/2023

  CEBU, Philippines — Time flies so fast and Chinese New Year is again just around the corner. The Year of the Water Rabbit will enter on January 22, 2023, and will end on February 9, 2024.…

Andrea Brillantes shows off fierce side in stunning photos

Micah Sophia C. Marcellones 02/02/2022

  CEBU, Philippines — Young actress Andrea Brillantes looked stunning in the print slip dress by designer Job Dacon that she wore as she welcomed the Year of the Tiger. “Gong xi fa cai,” she wrote as…

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