I did not expect silence to be the loudest thing I encountered in Ghana. This country welcomes you with warmth: sun on your shoulders, waves crashing playfully against the shore, salt in the air, music spilling from passing cars, laughter and life. And then, a stillness that demands attention. At the coastal forts and castles, …
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Puregold carries on with its heartfelt tribute to Filipino sari-sari store owners or micro-entrepreneurs with its Sari-Sari Stories video series, the newest installment of which features a special cameo from BINI’s Jhoanna. “The Witness” is a short film that tells a tender, coming-of-age love story, one that unfolds across the years, shaped by change, constancy, …
As electricity bills rise and calamities worsen, communities from Rizal to Navotas are proving that solar brings both savings and security to Filipino families. Manila, Philippines – For many Filipino families, electricity bills can eat up as much as 30 to 40 percent of their monthly income, while frequent brownouts due to worsening calamities make …
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This is a guest post by Anya Verma, a travel writer focused on slow exploration, cultural context, and destination-led storytelling. Her work explores how history, geography, and daily life shape meaningful travel experiences. Portugal has a way of getting under your skin—often when you least expect it. You might arrive thinking it’ll be a quick …
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In the splendid city of Buenos Aires, La Recoleta is one of those barrios (neighbourhoods) that feels special, with grand architecture, leafy streets, and a strong sense of history. There is no shouting for attention in this barrio. No need to. It is a lovely place to people-watch at one of the many pavement cafés, …