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ESGS 2019: Interview with Final Fantasy Brave Exvius Producers
October 31, 2019

ESGS 2019: Interview with Final Fantasy Brave Exvius Producers

Primer got to speak with Final Fantasy Brave Exvius producers regarding the game, updates, and their next project under the same series, War Of the Visions!
PH Named 8th Favorite Country in the World
October 30, 2019

PH Named 8th Favorite Country in the World

The Philippines placed 8th among the Top 20 Countries in the World of the Condé Nast Traveler Readers' Choice Awards 2019.
Starbucks PH Unveils 2020 Planners and Travel Organizers
January 07, 2020

Starbucks PH Unveils 2020 Planners and Travel Organizers

Starbucks Philippines recently released its 2020 planners and travel organizers, which come in four aesthetically pleasing colors.
Cebu Pacific Launches Puerto Princesa to Hong Kong Flights
October 28, 2019

Cebu Pacific Launches Puerto Princesa to Hong Kong Flights

Cebu Pacific is the first airline to launch direct Puerto Princesa to Hong Kong flights starting November 17.
Archie and the Gang Pose at Rizal Park on First PH-Exclusive Cover
October 25, 2019

Archie and the Gang Pose at Rizal Park on First PH-Exclusive Cover

The first Philippine-exclusive cover of Archie Comics was unveiled on the last day of the SuperManila Pop Culture Convention.
The Bar at The Peninsula Manila Among Forbes Travel Guide’s Best Hotel Bars
June 14, 2022

The Bar at The Peninsula Manila Among Forbes Travel Guide’s Best Hotel Bars

The Bar at The Peninsula Manila is one of the 44 hotel bars that have been labeled by Forbes Travel Guide as best in the world.
Metro Manila Malls to Change Operating Hours Starting November 11
October 25, 2019

Metro Manila Malls to Change Operating Hours Starting November 11

Beginning November 11, people may only start flocking to the malls at 11 a.m. during weekdays instead of the usual 10 a.m.
First 10-km Laguna Portion of CALAX Opens on October 30
June 14, 2022

First 10-km Laguna Portion of CALAX Opens on October 30

The first 10-km Laguna portion of Cavite-Laguna Expressway will officially open on October 30, aiming to serve up to 10,000 motorists and commuters daily.
What to Expect at the E-Sports and Gaming Summit 2019
October 23, 2019

What to Expect at the E-Sports and Gaming Summit 2019

Highlights of ESGS 2019 include the introduction of Astra, ESGS' official event persona, as well as PLDT-Smart's Cyber City.
PH Is Asia’s Leading Dive Destination This 2019
October 23, 2019

PH Is Asia’s Leading Dive Destination This 2019

The Philippines was officially recognized as Asia's Leading Dive Destination by the 2019 World Travel Awards for Asia and Oceania.
Surigao Airport to Resume Manila Flights by December
June 16, 2022

Surigao Airport to Resume Manila Flights by December

Surigao Airport will reopen flights to and from Manila by the end of the year, according to a report from the DOTr.
2 PH Hotels Included in Conde Nast Traveler’s Best Hotels in the World 2019
October 23, 2019

2 PH Hotels Included in Conde Nast Traveler’s Best Hotels in the World 2019

Edsa Shangri-La Manila and Conrad Manila made the cut in Conde Nast Traveler’s 50 Best Hotels in the World 2019 edition!
Cebu Pacific Announces New Clark-Guangzhou Route
October 23, 2019

Cebu Pacific Announces New Clark-Guangzhou Route

Cebu Pacific is set to launch flights to Guangzhou, China from Clark International Airport starting November 11.
Boracay Tops Condé Nast Traveler’s Best Islands in Asia 2019
June 14, 2022

Boracay Tops Condé Nast Traveler’s Best Islands in Asia 2019

Boracay Island reclaims its glory as the Best Island in Asia for 2019 in Condé Nast Traveler’s annual readers’ survey.
Experience Japanese ‘Konbini’ at the World’s Largest FamilyMart in BGC
October 15, 2019

Experience Japanese ‘Konbini’ at the World’s Largest FamilyMart in BGC

Japanese convenience store chain, FamilyMart is set to open their biggest branch in the Philippines this November!
QC Signs C40’s Global ‘Clean Air’ and ‘Good Food’ Cities Declarations
October 15, 2019

QC Signs C40’s Global ‘Clean Air’ and ‘Good Food’ Cities Declarations

QC was the only Philippine city represented in the C40 World Mayors Summit 2019 in Germany, where Mayor Joy Belmonte signed the ‘Clean Air’ and ‘Good Food’ Cities Declarations.
SEA Games 2019 Tickets Now Available at SM Tickets
October 16, 2019

SEA Games 2019 Tickets Now Available at SM Tickets

Tickets for the SEA games are already available via SM Tickets, which is the official ticketing outlet of the event.
What to Expect at the 11th ManilArt
October 11, 2019

What to Expect at the 11th ManilArt

Here's a rundown of what you should expect at the 11th ManilArt.
LIST: Exhibitor and Tourism Booths You’ll Experience at Japan Fiesta
October 10, 2019

LIST: Exhibitor and Tourism Booths You’ll Experience at Japan Fiesta

Drop by these booths at Japan Fiesta on November 9 and 10 at the SMX Convention Center SM Aura.
StanChart: PH Among Countries with Rising Trade Growth Potential
October 09, 2019

StanChart: PH Among Countries with Rising Trade Growth Potential

The Philippines placed 20th on the Standard Chartered's Trade20 Index.