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Marcos burial: Reactions and what comes next
November 22, 2016

Marcos burial: Reactions and what comes next

Here's a short list of reactions and what might happen now that the remains of former President Ferdinand Marcos Sr. lay at the Heroes' Cemetery.
MMFF 2016 lineup announced; Indie films dominate
December 05, 2016

MMFF 2016 lineup announced; Indie films dominate

Metro Manila Film Festival comes back better and stronger this year, after the controversies it had faced in 2015. This year, eight official entries will be screened from December 25, 2016 to January 7, 2017.
Flippy Bottle Extreme tops mobile gaming markets
November 17, 2016

Flippy Bottle Extreme tops mobile gaming markets

Following the success – and the frustration – brought by Flappy Bird comes Flippy Bottle Extreme, a new mobile game that is just as addicting and as frustrating as the previous hit.
HBO planning to produce ‘Game of Thrones’ spinoff
November 17, 2016

HBO planning to produce ‘Game of Thrones’ spinoff

Emmy-award winning TV series Game of Thrones may have only 2 seasons with 13 episodes in total left, but HBO said that it may not really be the end for the GOT franchise.
Make your bath smell like ramen with these ramen-scented bath powders
November 17, 2016

Make your bath smell like ramen with these ramen-scented bath powders

If you’re one of those people who finds comfort in eating ramen, then this might just be the answer to all your cravings! Village Vanguard, a Japanese novelty gift shop, has recently released a bath powder that smells just.like.ramen.
Ayala Triangle Garden’s Festival of Lights: A Christmas Spectacle
November 15, 2016

Ayala Triangle Garden’s Festival of Lights: A Christmas Spectacle

Ayala Triangle Garden's Festival of Lights has always been one of the many sights to see in the city during the holidays. Tonight, the place lit up and it was witnessed by not only some of the most notable people today, but also some of the enthusiasts who wanted to witness the spectacle.
Filipina’s artwork featured on Starbucks’ holiday cups
November 14, 2016

Filipina’s artwork featured on Starbucks’ holiday cups

The holiday season is simply one of the most-awaited time of the year, not only because everything around us turns into something festive and bright, but also because of the Christmas specials that stores, restaurants, and coffee shops release. The most famous of them all, probably, is Starbucks’ holiday drinks, planners (and the stickers you collect to get them), and of course, the red cups. The design of the red cups change annually, and for this year, Starbucks released 13 different artworks that show how people from all around the world show their own take on what Christmas is for them. One of these holiday cups were designed by Filipina, […]
Duterte and Trump might just get along, political analysts say
November 14, 2016

Duterte and Trump might just get along, political analysts say

President Rodrigo Duterte and US President-Elect Donald Trump may not be on the same boat when it comes to voicing their opinions on each other’s countries, but analysts say that they actually might get along with each other.
Filipinos and Money: How Filipinos handle their finances
November 07, 2016

Filipinos and Money: How Filipinos handle their finances

Filipinos can be as thrifty as the next person. Our OFWs, for one, can take penny pinching to new heights just so they can send money back home. There are also people who take budgeting to a whole new level, being able to map out how much they’ll spend not just for the day or week, but even for the whole month. However, we do have our fair share of bad money habits: from being so-called “one-day millionaires” to not having bank accounts or knowing how to grow our money. Financial literacy is slowly growing in the Philippines, and every bit of information will help, especially when it comes to […]
From BRICs to VIPPs: A new way of looking at prosperity
February 28, 2017

From BRICs to VIPPs: A new way of looking at prosperity

The Philippines was recently ranked as the 60th most prosperous country in the world out of 149 by the Legatum Institute. It is a fantastic achievement for a country that has defied the global economic trend, withstanding pitfalls in the United States and European markets. A NEW WAY OF LOOKING AT PROSPERITY. Gone are the days when economic potential was the only way of looking at how prosperous a country is (and can be). Image grabbed from Legatum Institute on Twitter However, the same study also told us one other thing: prosperity does not necessarily follow a global economic trend. Good economic policies will never be enough to call a […]
Fly free on your birthday with Skyjet Airlines
November 07, 2016

Fly free on your birthday with Skyjet Airlines

Fly to your dream destination on your birthday for free with Skyjet Airline’s birthday promo!
Pokémon Sun and Moon to be released on Nov. 18!
November 04, 2016

Pokémon Sun and Moon to be released on Nov. 18!

It’s been going around for a while, but Pokémon Sun and Moon, the latest title from the hit gaming franchise Pokémon, is less than 2 weeks away! Get your Nintendo 3DS in gear for the Pokémon Sun and Moon release on November 18!   NEW POKÉMON WILL APPEAR ON NOVEMBER 18! Make sure you’re ready for the release of Pokémon Sun and Moon! Image captured from The Official Pokémon Channel Pokémon Sun and Moon takes place in the Alola Region, a group of four islands where both endemic and foreign Pokémon have thrived for many generations. It includes new features and hundreds of new Pokémon, along with old ones sporting […]
Terrence Romeo, first Filipino to score PEAK endorsement
November 04, 2016

Terrence Romeo, first Filipino to score PEAK endorsement

It's Official! Terrence Romeo is now PEAK's endorser
Filipino baritone, Cipriano “Zip” de Guzman Jr. wins awards in Japan
November 04, 2016

Filipino baritone, Cipriano “Zip” de Guzman Jr. wins awards in Japan

Another Filipino pride once again make its mark to the eye of the other nations, as Filipino baritone, Cipriano “Zip” de Guzman Jr. amasses awards in Japan.
Sports Bars to go to for the Pacquiao-Vargas Fight
November 03, 2016

Sports Bars to go to for the Pacquiao-Vargas Fight

As the fight of People’s Champ Manny Pacquiao with Jessie Vargas draws near, Primer gives you a number of bars and restaurants where the sports fans and foodies alike could come watch the awaited match.
Must-See Movies this November
October 28, 2016

Must-See Movies this November

Get your spook on, or maybe not, as we bring you the latest movie you should watch out this November!
Philam Life launches new financial advisor recruitment campaign
October 27, 2016

Philam Life launches new financial advisor recruitment campaign

There's no better time to join Philam Life as a financial advisor than right now.
Visually Spectacular Drama Based on Award-winning Novel ‘A Monster Calls’
October 28, 2016

Visually Spectacular Drama Based on Award-winning Novel ‘A Monster Calls’

Renowned actors Liam Neeson, Sigourney Weaver, Felicity Jones, Toby Kebbell and talented young actor Lewis MacDougall star in the entrancing drama “A Monster Calls” based on the novel by Patrick Ness of the same title. Lewis Mcdougall and Felicity Jones Directed by acclaimed and award-winning J.A. Bayona, best known for his nightmare-inducing “The Orphanage” and the catastrophic “The Impossible,” his latest movie “A Monster Calls” is a deeply-felt coming-of-age story of a young boy who must come to terms with her mother’s impending death.  “A Monster Calls’” screenplay adaptation is by the book’s author, Patrick Ness. Mr. Ness wrote the novel from an original idea by the late Siobhan Dowd.  […]
Japanese vendor in Caloocan goes viral on Social Media
October 24, 2016

Japanese vendor in Caloocan goes viral on Social Media

(A photo taken by Mauricio Brozo showing a good-looking Japanese ramen and churros vendor at Grace Park, Caloocan City has gone viral. See original post here ) A Japanese vendor has gone viral on social media for its affordable ramen and churros. For only P25, customers can now buy mouthwatering Ramen, and can choose to be paired with pork or without. At some restaurants, Ramen costs from P100-P400 or even higher depending on the flavor and sizes. But this Japanese vendor who owns a stall in Caloocan has now gained popularity not only because of it’s affordable price but also it’s savory and authentic ramen. The stall also sells ‘golden churros’ for […]
AWCP Halloween Charity Ball 2016
October 18, 2016

AWCP Halloween Charity Ball 2016

The American Women’s Club of the Philippines (AWCP) celebrated its annual charity ball with a Halloween theme last October 15 (Saturday) at the Midas Hotel and Casino, Roxas Boulevard, Pasay City. With first Halloween theme event, the 22nd annual charity ball turned out spooky yet definitely meaningful and fun. Members and attendees showed up all donning fancy and scary costumes. Every year, AWCP chooses one charity to be the main beneficiary of this event. This 2016, they chose Welcome Home foundation, a non-profit, non-governmental organization serving the deaf people in the Philippines. AWCP first partnered with Welcome Home Foundation 7 years ago. They provided computers and a deep-well which served […]