Anna Bettina Pangalangan

A professional writer since 2012. I write corporate press releases and company and personality profiles. I also cover concerts and lifestyle events. 

STYLE VISIONARY NETWORK •

How going makeup-free helped me love myself from within

I started wearing makeup when I was 13 years old, when I was suffering from a severe case of teenage acne. I would hide behind layers of foundation to hide the stubborn hyperpigmentation marks and spots that never seemed to stop appearing on my face.

My makeup dependence continued throughout college and my 20s. As an adult, I’ve yearned to be like my colleagues who have perfect skin. Some of my friends who have a few spots do not seem to mind stepping out barefaced. I never had the confidence t
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Here's how you can do social media detox

How many hours do you spend scrolling mindlessly on your social media accounts? If you don’t count the hours, this study already did it for you: The average Filipino spends about three hours and 53 minutes on social media each day.

Of course, being online is not all bad. You can connect with friends there, buy essentials, and even promote your wares if you are an entrepreneur. Social media platforms offer a useful space when used the right way and with balance. But going overboard with your soc
TechRadar •

Best office desks of 2021: top desks for home working and more

Our list of the best office desks in 2021 means that no matter whether you're after a desk (or as some call it, a workstation) for home or the office, this list will have some ideal choices for you.

Note that we haven’t tested the below products, except of course where it’s made clear that there’s a review on TechRadar Pro. Rather, outside of reviewed products, we’ve compiled our listing of top picks by thoroughly researching the desks in question, comparing relative specs, available features,
TechRadar •

Best standing desk of 2021 : the most comfortable standing tables ranked

We’ve rounded up our selection for the best standing desks here to help point you in the right direction

In this article, we give you the rundown of the best in standing desks - but also check out our guide on everything else you need to set up your home office.

Note that we haven’t tested the below products, except of course where it’s made clear that there’s a review on TechRadar Pro. Rather, outside of reviewed products, we’ve compiled our listing of top picks by thoroughly researching the

Why buying a desk pays dividends in the future

Standing desks are a popular home office addition. It offers versatility and a dose of healthy and wellness in the workspace by keeping you from sitting all day. But then again, not all desks are created equally so it’s best to invest in a piece of furniture that won’t easily wear out.

Electric standing desks come at different prices and vary drastically when it comes to quality and function.A unit may look good on the outside but is an empty shell. This could affect the desk’s life span and ov

The best ways to work from home

The flexibility of working from home may be a godsend for you -- at first. During the first few weeks you appreciate that laidback mornings that roll smoothly to afternoons and evenings.

But as you spend more weeks working from home, you start to notice the nuances of the situation. The chores are endless, the disturbing noises steal your concentration, and the long breaks seem to be getting in the way of more relaxation.

You may find yourself steeped in anxiety. You are not alone. According t
SoundCheckManila •

Love at first song with Celine Dion

The woman on the stage has a voice like that of a muse– cold and smooth, that which prompts a divine outpouring of sounds that stir the soul.

A closer look though would reveal that she is not an ethereal being, but still very much God’s blessing to humankind– the timeless Celine Dion, whose powerful voice filled every corner of Mall of Asia Arena last July 19 and 20.

After years of waiting, Dion was able to hold a concert in the Philippines, a two-day extravaganza filled with visual and aural
SoundCheckManila •

Boyz II Men proves that romance is timeless

A rush of romance filled the Smart Araneta Center as the crooners of Boyz II Men started a cascade of songs that stirred the heart and soul.

The December concert was the trio’s third performance in the country since 2014. In 2017, they serenaded the Miss Universe contestants. In the recent concert, they shared the stage with beautiful women again—but this time with the Divas, a group that is comprised of Angeline Quinto, Kyla, KZ Tandingan, and Yeng Constantino. The all-women quartet did the op

Integrating ICT in textbook lessons

Diwa commissioned Enguero to write modules in MAPEH Works!, particularly for grade school. The textbook is activity-based and skill-based. It is progressive with three components that specifically encourage the use of internet-based resources to better meet the needs and interests of 21st century learners.

2. Network. This is where the discussion happens; where the lesson’s “big idea” comes forth. But Enguero knows that the textbook serves more of a guide t
BusinessMirror •

Aspiring solopreneurs, rejoice! One-person corporation act is approved by senate | BMPlus

Aspiring solopreneurs, we have good news for you.

Exciting times in the local business landscape are coming as the Senate gave the green light for the amendment of a 38-year-old business law that allows a single person to form a corporation. This brings hope to put an end to the agitation of business-oriented and independent people who are somewhat forced into co-signing partners because of our existing code in registering a company- which requires at least five stockholders in order to form a