Opinion

Learn your chopsticks etiquette!

QUEZON City, Philippines (Eagle News Service, July 20) – With the popularity of Asian dishes like Korean, Chinese and Japanese cuisine, many Filipinos are going out of their way to learn how to use chopsticks so that their appreciation of said cuisines could be considered as a complete experience. Learning how to use chopsticks is hard, but with practice and diligence, one can be an expert in just a short time. Chopsticks originated from China, […]

Are you in financial trouble?

QUEZON City, Philippines (Eagle News Service, July 17) – Despite the official reports regarding our country’s economic improvement, many of us still fall short of financial security. While many can get by with the usual types of financial assistance like loans, non-payment of such can mire one in crippling debt. So, how do you know if you’re in financial trouble? What should you do? One of the telltale signs that you are having trouble with […]

I can see clearly now – my Lasik surgery experience

QUEZON City, Philippines (Eagle News Service, July 16) – For approximately twenty years, I have been wearing a pair of eyeglasses. I was plagued with poor eyesight ever since I was young. My parents would always scold me because when I am watching the TV, my face would be only inches from the screen. They said that I will ruin my eyesight, but actually, the reverse is true. I sit extremely close to the TV […]

Eat-all-you-can hacks!

QUEZON City, Philippines – (Eagle News Service, July 15) – There is a marked increase in the number of eat-all-you-can places, capitalizing on the Filipinos’ innate love for food. These places are always jam-packed, with long lines waiting patiently for their chance to eat as much as they can. To help you maximize your ultimate pig-out experience, here are some useful hacks that you can try: First, look around. As already said earlier, there are […]

Liven up your space with indoor plants

QUEZON City, Philippines (Eagle News Service, July 13) – Tired of your dull surroundings? Looking for a creative way to lighten up your personal space? Why not try indoor plants? Of course, there are some important things to consider before you start your very own indoor garden. Don’t worry, you don’t have to be a green thumb. You don’t actually need to do much. Just ensure that you get the proper mixture of temperature, light and […]

Taho: A cup full of memories and benefits

Taho is one of the best snack foods in the Philippines.  Decades have passed, but the craving for this food has not vanished in our culture and still has been enjoyed by every “Juan”. This signature snack food can be found all over the country. Taho is not only good for our health, but is budget-friendly too. With just five pesos, you can enjoy the sweetness, tastiness, and its exquisite flavor. The word taho is […]

Be Tech Literate, Avoid Online SCAM Buyers

By Aimee V. Mendoza If we are avoiding scam sellers, we should too be aware of scam buyers. If you are an online seller, you should be aware of your buyers even if they promise to pay you a larger amount for the goods you are selling. For those who are planning to have their online business, or sell something online by signing up on several online shops, you should become technology literate. According to […]

Grown-up basics Part 2: Looking for an apartment

QUEZON City, Philippines (Eagle News Service, June 30) – So, you’re a grown-up now and you want to live independently. First things first, you have to find your own place. Apartment hunting can be hard, but nothing shouts independence like having your own place. Here are some factors that you should consider when looking for an apartment. Of course, the first thing that you should consider is the rental price. Is the rent just for […]

More than kimchi: Korean food facts

QUEZON City, Philippines (Eagle News Service, June 30) – In a previous article, we shared with you the health benefits of Korea’s national dish – kimchi. But Korean cuisine is much more than kimchi. So pick up your chopsticks and take a bite of this fun-sized Korean food facts! 1. Korea is the largest consumer of garlic, which is used in almost every appetizer, soup, entree and side dish. 2. Koreans start their meal with […]

Grown-up Basics Part 1: What is a mortgage?

QUEZON City, Philippines (Eagle News Service, June 29) – Mortgage has its origin from the an ancient French legal term used in the Middle Ages. Literally, it means “death pledge”. Scary, right? You are a grown-up now, and living in the adult world means handling things like mortgages. So here’s a helpful guide to mortgage basics. When you want to build or purchase your own home, you may consider getting a mortgage. It is a […]

Fruit-infused water: The natural way to lose weight

When you are feeling tired, thirsty, and sometimes angry or moody, you are experiencing the signs of being dehydrated. Well, summer can really make us dehydrated. The heat of the sun can also make our skin dry. But what can beat the summer heat? It’s not really that difficult: Just mix fruits with your water; it’s the next best thing to just drinking plain water that can help prevent dehydration. According to an article publish […]

Kimchi is good for you

QUEZON City, Philippines (Eagle News Service, June 26) – Along with those addictive Korean dramas and K-Pop, Korean food have also gained a foothold in the Philippines with many Korean restaurants and food establishments opening left and right. Even if you are not into Korean food, you must be familiar with kimchi – a mainstay in the Korean cuisine. It is the national food of Korea. It is so ubiquitous and definitely a part of […]