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Martin Andanar had a fast-paced career as a TV newscaster and helped shape policy as comms chief of former President Rodrigo Duterte. Now he’s serving coffee to surfers in his own cafe in Siargao.

Though officially retired, Liwanag still prowls the streets of Manila, guiding a new generation of photographers to see the stories hidden in plain sight.

In this candid one-on-one with startup founder and AI expert Carlo Almendral, Uy reveals a side of himself rarely seen: an engineering geek-turned-businessman whose eyes light up discussing the possibilities of technology. He also talks about his commitment to nation-building through various initiatives aimed at grassroots education and livelihood and his vision not just for his company but for the entire country.

After his first Senate stint in 2013 that left its mark through landmark laws such as the Go Negosyo Act and the Free College Education Act, Senator Bam Aquino suffered a stinging loss in 2019 that left his future in government service in doubt. However, in May 2025, he won the second-most number of votes in the Senate race, staging a comeback against the odds that rode on an unstoppable wave of mostly youth voters, and surprising even his allies.

Nearly 30 years into an impressive career, Jericho Rosales continues to push himself into previously unexplored realms, always surprising audiences along the way. His latest challenge: stepping into the gigantic, and well-polished shoes of one of Philippine history’s most imposing figures, President Manuel L. Quezon.

"I've learned to create my own seat at the table, to bring my own voice...including my own accent, which I know will never change," said Myra Doria, National Field President at McDonald's USA.

The Frankfurt Book Fair 2025 is the culmination of Bolasco's and local publishing advocates' decades-long efforts to ensure voices from the Philippines are heard worldwide.

From a skinny kid who used to run around pretending to save his sisters from trouble, Ruru Madrid is now living his dreams of becoming an actual action star. There were rough roads along the way, but they only made the success the award-winning actor is enjoying now that much sweeter.

Lawyer, ramp model, and trailblazing undersecretary Margarita Gutierrez has made it her mission to help the underserved sectors of the society, especially the women.

From killer vocals to on-screen charisma, Kim Myung-soo (aka L) shows us there’s no limit to his superstar talents.

"I don't want the next generation to be unaware of our past," Sanira said. "Our roots, our history could vanish. I feel responsible for preserving our identity by learning traditions and sharing them through dance."

"We have strong Chinese, Spanish, American, and Japanese influences in our cooking. The layers in our flavors are just warm and different," Chef Kevin David explains. "Filipino food should be contemporary and constantly evolving."

There's going to be some big changes coming for the Asian Development Bank.