News & Current Events

Singapore to Demolish Famous Attraction Sentosa Merlion
June 16, 2022

Singapore to Demolish Famous Attraction Sentosa Merlion

Singapore's iconic statue, Sentosa Merlion will be demolished to make way for a passage that will connect the south and north islands of the resort as part of the $90 million Sentosa Sensoryscape project.
Ayala Malls Manila Bay Promises Utmost Entertainment as the Biggest of Its Kind
October 17, 2019

Ayala Malls Manila Bay Promises Utmost Entertainment as the Biggest of Its Kind

Ayala Malls Manila Bay in Parañaque City is the biggest and the latest among the continuously growing number of its kind.
LRT-2 Stations to Cease Operations for 9 Months
October 07, 2019

LRT-2 Stations to Cease Operations for 9 Months

3 stations of the Light Rain Transit 2 (LRT-2) will halt operations following a fire incident that affected the system's transformers.
Saudi Arabia Launches E-Visa for the First Time
October 02, 2019

Saudi Arabia Launches E-Visa for the First Time

Saudi Arabia recently launched the new tourist electronic visa, marking the first time that the country has allowed foreign citizens to visit.
Skyway Extension Project Causes Heavy Northbound Traffic
June 23, 2022

Skyway Extension Project Causes Heavy Northbound Traffic

The Skyway Extension Project at SLEX aims to extend the existing South Metro Manila Skyway System.
Sy Siblings Lead the Forbes Philippines Richest 2019 List
June 23, 2022

Sy Siblings Lead the Forbes Philippines Richest 2019 List

Sy siblings, the successor of Henry Sy Sr., topped the Forbes Philippines Richest 2019 list, with a combined net worth of $17.2 billion.
Araneta Center Rebrands as Araneta City
September 30, 2019

Araneta Center Rebrands as Araneta City

Araneta Center recently re-branded itself as Araneta City, releasing a new logo and mobile application to mark its fresh start.
Improved Access Road in Pagudpud Boosts Tourism in Ilocos Region
September 27, 2019

Improved Access Road in Pagudpud Boosts Tourism in Ilocos Region

The construction of the 900-meter access road will provide better access for tourists going to Kabigan Falls.
PH First Earthquake-Resistant Bridge to Finish Construction in 2020
October 02, 2019

PH First Earthquake-Resistant Bridge to Finish Construction in 2020

Anao-aon Bridge features a modern design, with its primary materials made from corrugated steel plates giving way to its earthquake-resistant nature.
Premium Travel Agencies Insight Vacations and Luxury Gold Previews 2020 Tours
September 26, 2019

Premium Travel Agencies Insight Vacations and Luxury Gold Previews 2020 Tours

Insight Vacations and Luxury Gold recently unveiled their 2020 Preview collection, offering trips to Europe and Britain including their Ancient Civilizations travels.
Russia Offers Free E-Visa to Filipinos Starting October
June 23, 2022

Russia Offers Free E-Visa to Filipinos Starting October

Russia recently released a free electronic visa for those who wish to travel to St. Petersburg and Leningrad Oblast.
South-Korean Film Parasite Sets French Box Office Record
September 24, 2019

South-Korean Film Parasite Sets French Box Office Record

South Korean satire film Parasite was hailed as the most successful Cannes-winning film at the French box office.
New Zealand Gov’t Adds New Travel Requirement for Visitors
June 23, 2022

New Zealand Gov’t Adds New Travel Requirement for Visitors

Visitors are now required to hold a NZeTA before going to New Zealand, effective October 1, 2019.
AirAsia Philippines Starts Manila-Bacolod Flights in October
September 20, 2019

AirAsia Philippines Starts Manila-Bacolod Flights in October

AirAsia Philippines is definitely off to expanding its reach this year following the announcement of the new Manila-Bacolod flights!
Metrobank Art & Design Excellence Celebrates 35 Years of Fostering Filipino Creativity and Artistry
September 20, 2019

Metrobank Art & Design Excellence Celebrates 35 Years of Fostering Filipino Creativity and Artistry

The Metrobank Art & Design Excellence awarding ceremony and exhibit was a night of honoring young Filipino artists.
Starbucks Mythical Collection Highlights the Beauty of Mermaids
September 19, 2019

Starbucks Mythical Collection Highlights the Beauty of Mermaids

Starbucks Philippines recently released its mythical anniversary collection, highlighting the alluring beauty of sirens.
World Travel Expo 2019 Gears Up for Bigger Surprises
October 24, 2019

World Travel Expo 2019 Gears Up for Bigger Surprises

World Travel Expo 2019 is gearing up for a bigger and better travel experience for travelers and tourism businesses alike.
Japanese and Filipino Real Estate Companies Partner for Quality Housing Projects
September 18, 2019

Japanese and Filipino Real Estate Companies Partner for Quality Housing Projects

Malate Construction and Development Corporation (MCDC) and Kyushu Yaesu formalized a partnership vowing to build more projects.
CNN Recognizes Vigan as One of the Most Picturesque Towns in Asia
September 18, 2019

CNN Recognizes Vigan as One of the Most Picturesque Towns in Asia

Vigan City was recently picked by Atlanta-based CNN as one of the most picturesque towns in Asia.
JET Programme Now Accepts Filipino Language Teachers
September 17, 2019

JET Programme Now Accepts Filipino Language Teachers

The Japanese Government is now accepting applicants for Assistant Language Teacher (ALT) by virtue of the 2020 JET Programme.