# **Books Available in the MCL: *Swoon: The Red Skein*** The Marikina City Library (MCL) features a wide array of books that appeal to various tastes and genres. Among these selections is *Swoon: The Red Skein*, an enthralling poetry anthology by the esteemed Filipino poet **Barbara Jane Reyes**. This work delves into themes of love, desire, power, colonialism, and feminist […]
# Leonardo da Vinci: The Self-Made Prodigy Who Transformed Art and Science Leonardo da Vinci, regarded as one of the brightest intellects in history, was born in 1452 out of wedlock to a Florentine notary and a peasant. He had limited formal education but rose to become one of the most revered figures of the Renaissance, acclaimed for his revolutionary […]
# Shebara: An Opulent and Eco-Friendly Escape in the Red Sea ## A Beautiful Haven of Calm Set in the core of the Red Sea, Shebara is a newly inaugurated luxury retreat featuring stunning vistas, top-notch facilities, and a distinct emphasis on eco-friendliness. Situated off the western coast of Saudi Arabia on **Sheybarah Island**, this resort is the pioneering venture […]
# Guggenheim Museum Announces Layoffs Amid Financial Struggles The **Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum** in New York has announced the layoff of 20 employees—approximately **7% of its staff**—citing financial difficulties in a challenging post-pandemic environment. The cuts, which do not affect senior leadership or curators, mark the **third round of layoffs** at the museum in the past five years. A museum […]