I have been single for thirteen years. Let me say that again, in case you missed it, my singleness is thirteen years old. It’s funny, because there are actual humans of the same age who are getting into relationships and here I am, tap-tap-tapping away on a keyboard, sipping my tea.

It’s a happy mixture of luck, hard work and patience to be a success in the UAE or anywhere in the world. Keep your chin up and your head down. Hurrah for the Global Filipino!

Astana’s picturesque scenery isn’t the first thing to come to mind when looking for Filipinos! Find out more about the capital of Kazakhstan as Merle Hacildo talks about her life there. #illustradomagazine #taasnoofilipino

Pinoy artist Franklin Caña Valencia is known for his distinctive painting style referred to as “Cañaism”. Find out more about him as he talks about his artistic journey on this edition of Illustrado’s Artist Spotlight. #illustradomagazine #taasnoofilipino