News & Current Events

Bulacan International Airport Project Officially Awarded to San Miguel
August 20, 2019

Bulacan International Airport Project Officially Awarded to San Miguel

The Department of Transportation (DOTr) formally issued the Notice of Award (NOA) to San Miguel Holdings Corporation (SMHC) for the Bulacan International Airport project last August 14, 2019.
Cebu Pacific Launches Three New Routes from Clark
August 15, 2019

Cebu Pacific Launches Three New Routes from Clark

Cebu Pacific recently launched new flights from Clark to Bacolod, Iloilo, and Narita, Japan.
PLDT, Smart Subscribers Can Now Call Emergency Hotline for Free
August 14, 2019

PLDT, Smart Subscribers Can Now Call Emergency Hotline for Free

DILG recently announced that calls to the government's Emergency 911 Hotline are now free for PLDT, Smart, Talk 'N Text, and Sun subscribers.
PH Foreign Tourist Arrivals Increase in First Half of 2019
August 14, 2019

PH Foreign Tourist Arrivals Increase in First Half of 2019

The local tourism continues to thrive as the Department of Tourism (DOT) recorded 4,133,050 foreign tourist arrivals for the first half of 2019, an 11.43% increase from last year’s statistics.
Araneta-Aurora Intersection in Manila Closes for A Week Starting August 15
August 14, 2019

Araneta-Aurora Intersection in Manila Closes for A Week Starting August 15

MMDA just announced a road closure in the Araneta-Aurora intersection in Sta. Mesa, Manila for seven consecutive nights starting August 15
NHCP Releases Month-Long Events for History Month 2019
August 10, 2019

NHCP Releases Month-Long Events for History Month 2019

See NHCP's list of events, activities, and celebrations for History Month 2019.
Hightower, Inc. Joins the World Food Expo
August 09, 2019

Hightower, Inc. Joins the World Food Expo

One of the many companies present at this year's World Food Expo is Hightower, Inc.
Real Estate Expo Manila 2019 Aims to Innovate Growth in the Industry
August 07, 2019

Real Estate Expo Manila 2019 Aims to Innovate Growth in the Industry

REEM, which is happening this September, aims to be a place for discussion on strengthening the real estate sector.
10 Books to Read This August 2019
August 06, 2019

10 Books to Read This August 2019

Check out our list of 10 must-reads this August!
The 15th Cinemalaya Film Festival Officially Opens
August 05, 2019

The 15th Cinemalaya Film Festival Officially Opens

The 15th Cinemalaya Film Festival officially opened its doors last August 2 at the Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP).
What Went Down at the First HILL ASEAN Sei-katsu-sha Forum in Manila
August 02, 2019

What Went Down at the First HILL ASEAN Sei-katsu-sha Forum in Manila

Held for the first time in Manila, this year’s ASEAN Sei-kastu-sha Forum showcased the results of the intensive research done by the Hakuhodo Institute of Life and Living onto what ASEAN sei-katsu-sha lives will turn out in the future.
Aviation Security Updates List of Prohibited Carry-on and Checked-in Items
July 30, 2019

Aviation Security Updates List of Prohibited Carry-on and Checked-in Items

The Office for Transportation Security (OTS) released an updated list of prohibited items for carry-on and checked-in baggage, adhering to the standards of the International Civil Aviation Organization.
Duterte Suspends Lotto, STL, PCSO Games
July 30, 2019

Duterte Suspends Lotto, STL, PCSO Games

Duterte ordered Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) to shut down until further notice.
LTO Implements New Point System for Driver’s License Renewal
July 25, 2019

LTO Implements New Point System for Driver’s License Renewal

The implementing rules and regulations (IRR) of Republic Act No. 10930 has recently been signed and implemented by the Land Transportation Office (LTO).
Highlights of Duterte’s 4th State of the Nation Address
July 23, 2019

Highlights of Duterte’s 4th State of the Nation Address

President Rodrigo Duterte delivered his 4th State of the Nation Address (SONA) Monday, July 22, at the Session Hall of the House of Representatives in Batasang Pambansa Complex.
Starbucks Reusable Cup Now Comes in Four Exciting Colors
July 23, 2019

Starbucks Reusable Cup Now Comes in Four Exciting Colors

Starbucks Philippines released a limited edition reusable cup that comes in four colors: purple, pastel pink, blue, and orange.
Japanese Violinist Lina Matsuda Performs in A Night of Classical Music
July 23, 2019

Japanese Violinist Lina Matsuda Performs in A Night of Classical Music

Japanese Violinist Lina Matsuda performed timeless classical pieces together with Filipina pianist April Merced-Misa in a mini violin recital hosted by Steinway Boutique Manila.
DOST Launches nuLab Science Bus for STEM Students
July 23, 2019

DOST Launches nuLab Science Bus for STEM Students

Operating under DOST-Science Education Institute (DOST-SEI), the bus will visit select senior high schools in the Philippines.
Grab PH Launches New Features: GrabFamily and GrabPet
July 22, 2019

Grab PH Launches New Features: GrabFamily and GrabPet

GrabFamily and GrabPet will provide a safer and more convenient riding experience for its patrons.
Palawan Named 2nd Best Island in the World
July 16, 2019

Palawan Named 2nd Best Island in the World

Palawan, among 15 others, was hailed as the "2nd Best Island in the World" at Travel + Leisure magazine’s latest list.