2025 revisited

Stories and moments that shaped a year to remember

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This year, the Manila Bulletin celebrates its 125th anniversary. A highlight of our yearlong celebration was the unveiling of our historical marker—a moment made possible in partnership with the National Historical Commission of the Philippines. It stands as a testament to our enduring legacy of informing, inspiring, and empowering readers through the stories we share across print and digital platforms.

As we close the chapter on 2025, join us in revisiting a year defined by cultural pride and quiet breakthroughs, the rise of new champions, the remembrance of those we have lost, and moments that captured the world's gaze.

Filipino stories shine at Frankfurt Book Fair

Filipino literature and culture made waves at the Frankfurt Book Fair as the Philippines found itself as the Guest of Honor for the world's largest book fair. With the theme "The imagination peoples the air," the Philippine pavilion and program highlighted how imagination and storytelling are central to Philippine cultural identity.

Filipino fashion soars at Miss Universe 2025

Homegrown brands shone at the 74th Miss Universe pageant in Thailand on Nov. 21. The Philippines' representative, third runner-up Ahtisa Manalo, wore an ethereal white gown by Val Taguba, while Miss Universe 2024 Victoria Kjær Theilvig closed her reign in a Michael Cinco ball gown. Filipino retailer Bench styled the swimsuit round, while FilipinoFrench brand Jewelmer's Lumière de l'Infini (Light of Infinity) crown made its second appearance.

Michelin honors Filipino culinary stars and humble food spots