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Adulting

How To Make The Most Of College In The New Normal

Is it possible to have an authentic college experience? Hell yeah! Do you feel like the pandemic robbed you of an authentic college experience? If you do, you’re not alone. Many of us planned on rooming with friends or socializing with blockmates on campus instead of Google Meet, Skype, or Zoom. READ: Is It Time […]

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How To Make New Friends During The Pandemic

When you’ve been cooped up for so long, going back to the outside world and navigating your social circles could be challenging. Contact with people in the past year has been limited to family and maybe a few close friends, which probably has affected our communication skills. So how do you make new friends during […]

Travel

The US Reopens Borders to Vaccinated Travelers in November

After an 18-month travel ban, the United States will reopen its borders to fully vaccinated international travelers beginning November 8.

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How to Politely Turn Down Invitations in a Pandemic

Socializing has never been the same since the pandemic. But how do you politely turn down an invitation during these times?

Current Events

Resilience report reveals PH is the worst place to be during COVID-19 pandemic

The MalacaÃ±ang had a witty way to dismiss placing dead last in Bloomberg’s list. The Philippines has not been in favorable spots in recent studies. From being the least safe country in the world to Manila making it to the list of most stressful cities, global surveys are providing a new perspective on the reality that Filipinos face […]

Do You Have Emotional Intelligence?

The pandemic triggered fear, anxiety, and even hopelessness for some, which is why having emotional intelligence during these times is especially crucial.

Minimalist Painting Shows Reality of Most Filipinos During the Pandemic

Filipino artist Jadie Regala Pasyalo's minimalist piece titled "Maluwag na Kaginhawaan" didn't qualify for the GSIS National Art Competition.

THIS many Filipinos prefer working from home

It’s been over a year since the pandemic began, and a lot of previously office-based Filipinos have shifted to working from home since then. While this work setup has affected a lot of people’s mental health, a recent study found that 49% of Filipinos actually prefer working remotely. According to joint research by SEEK Asia […]

Celebrities Ask Gov’t for Concrete Plans

Celebrities have been vocal on social media, still asking the government for concrete plans a year after into the pandemic.

How to stay protected and worry-free during a global pandemic

It’s been over a year since the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) broke out and caused worldwide pandemic. This uncertainty that we are currently facing brought fear and anxiety to most of us because we can’t help but think what might come next. But you do not need to beat yourself up and feel guilty about it. […]

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Lucha Libre Wrestlers Mask Up in Mexican Market

To remind Mexicans about the pandemic and health protocols, Lucha Libre Wrestlers go around the local markets and hand out masks and offer sanitization.

This is how leaders can boost productivity in their teams

Maintaining good team morale is important for companies not just to thrive and survive, but to succeed amid the pandemic and beyond. That is why it is important for companies to foster a positive work culture. According to the Deloitte Global Human Capital Trends 2021, brands need to center their decision-making on employee wellness. Offices […]

THIS many people are thinking of resigning amid the pandemic

Are you thinking of quitting your job amid the pandemic? Well, it turns out that you’re not alone. According to Kaspersky’s “Securing the Future of Work” report, a third of employees are thinking of shifting to a new job within the next 12 months. The primary reasons why they’re looking for a career change are […]

Want to Help Lower the Cases? Here’s A Pandemic Etiquette Refresher

It’s been almost a year since the pandemic became official, and unfortunately, things are not looking too good as there has been a sudden surge of cases in the country. A lot of people have been going outside for non-essential purposes, and while it’s normal to miss some semblance of ‘normalcy,’ you put yourself at […]

All the (Early) Quarantine Trends We’ve Loved Before

As we near the first anniversary of our seemingly never-ending quarantine, it might be fun to take a look back and see how far we’ve come. From all the baking and cooking trends of yesterday, to the music and TV shows of the past — here’s a quick rundown of all the (early) quarantine trends […]

Body Weight Exercises to Get a Quarantoned Physique

While gyms and other fitness establishments may have opened their doors already, it’s perfectly understandable if you’re still hesitant to work out in potentially crowded places. You can still get in a good workout even if you’re just at home. In fact, you don’t even need fancy equipment to get a more toned body. Here […]