News & Current Events

Reiwa Is Japan’s New Era Starting May 1
April 30, 2019

Reiwa Is Japan’s New Era Starting May 1

Reiwa is Japan's new era starting May 1.
Enderun’s LeadX 2019 Encourages Companies to Upgrade Through Digital Transformation
April 01, 2019

Enderun’s LeadX 2019 Encourages Companies to Upgrade Through Digital Transformation

Upgrading does not always mean new hardware, in LeadX 2019, we learn it is also about a broader mindset for new technology, software
Here’s What Went Down at the Philippine International Pyromusical Competition 2019
April 08, 2019

Here’s What Went Down at the Philippine International Pyromusical Competition 2019

The 10th Philippine International Pyromusical Competition has done it again, proving that it is indeed the brightest show on earth. To cap off the competition, Poland's Surex Firma Rodzinna and the Philippines' Platinum Fireworks Inc. lit up the sky with spectacular colors.
Pia Wurtzbach is Madame Tussauds’ First Filipino Wax Figure
March 29, 2019

Pia Wurtzbach is Madame Tussauds’ First Filipino Wax Figure

Miss Universe 2015 Pia Alonzo Wurtzbach has been forever immortalized to represent the Philippines at the most notable Madame Tussauds wax museum.
What to Expect in Andy Brown’s Solo Concert This Saturday
March 29, 2019

What to Expect in Andy Brown’s Solo Concert This Saturday

Andy Brown of Lawson will be having a one-night solo concert in Manila this March 30!
MMDA Imposes “No Window Hours” Scheme to All Major Roads in Metro Manila
March 28, 2019

MMDA Imposes “No Window Hours” Scheme to All Major Roads in Metro Manila

The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) announced on March 26 the implementation of “no window hours” policy for number coding scheme in all major roads and Mabuhay Lane in Metro Manila effective immediately.
Nikkei Rockwell’s First Sake Fest: Sampling one of Japan’s Best Sake
April 03, 2019

Nikkei Rockwell’s First Sake Fest: Sampling one of Japan’s Best Sake

Nikkei Rockwell held their very first Sake Fest, a sake sampling dinner where diners got the chance to sample Hakkaisan Sake, one of Japan's best.
Toyo Eatery Makes It to Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants in 2019
May 06, 2019

Toyo Eatery Makes It to Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants in 2019

Toyo Eatery is a Filipino restaurant that uses the Filipino essence, flavors, and passion to their dishes.
Holy Week Mall Schedules 2019
April 17, 2019

Holy Week Mall Schedules 2019

Here's a list of mall schedules to guide you for Holy Week 2019!
Pocari Sweat Signed as Official Partner of SEA Games 2019
March 26, 2019

Pocari Sweat Signed as Official Partner of SEA Games 2019

POCARI SWEAT signs with The Philippine South East Asian Games Organizing Committee as official partners for the 30th South East Asian Games that will be held in the Philippines this year.
Power Interruption Schedule in Metro Manila From March 20 to 23
March 20, 2019

Power Interruption Schedule in Metro Manila From March 20 to 23

Meralco announced in their website a series of power interruptions in selected areas of Metro Manila scheduled from March 20 to 23 due to power line maintenance in some parts of Malate, Makati City, Mandaluyong City, Pasig City, Quezon City, and San Juan City.
Manila Water Daily Service Interruptions for Makati, Taguig Starts March 14
March 14, 2019

Manila Water Daily Service Interruptions for Makati, Taguig Starts March 14

Manila Water, the supplier for Metro Manila East Zone, has announced daily water interruption schedule which will start on March 14, 2019.
NLEX Increases Toll Fees, Effective March 20
March 14, 2019

NLEX Increases Toll Fees, Effective March 20

NLEX Corporation will implement a toll hike, adding an additional Php 10 payment in the open system and Php 0.18 per kilometer in the closed system, starting March 20, 2019. Said increases have been approved by the Toll Regulatory Board (TRB).
Biggest Furniture & Lifestyle Event in PH Concludes 2019 Season
March 12, 2019

Biggest Furniture & Lifestyle Event in PH Concludes 2019 Season

The Philippine International Furniture Show 2019 was held back to back tithe the Interior & Design Manila last March 7 to 9.
Canon Unveils the All-New Canon EOS RP and Mini Photo Printer
March 12, 2019

Canon Unveils the All-New Canon EOS RP and Mini Photo Printer

Just recently, Canon finally unveiled the newest full-frame mirrorless camera, the Canon EOS RP and the smallest and lightest photo printer, the Canon Mini Photo Printer.
Panguil Bay Bridge Starts Construction, Soon to Be Longest Bridge
March 08, 2019

Panguil Bay Bridge Starts Construction, Soon to Be Longest Bridge

The Panguil Bay Bridge (PBB) will be a two-lane 3.7 km extradosed-type bridge what will soon shorten the travel from the two provinces to seven minutes.
Sample Tasty Japanese Snacks at the Hokkaido Food Tasting Fair in Glorietta
March 01, 2019

Sample Tasty Japanese Snacks at the Hokkaido Food Tasting Fair in Glorietta

Try different Hokkaido snacks for free at the Hokkaido Food Tasting Fair this March 1 to 3 in Glorietta, Makati!
Annual Report Filing for 2019 Ends March 1
February 27, 2019

Annual Report Filing for 2019 Ends March 1

Expats, you only have until March 1 to file for your 2019 annual report at the Bureau of Immigration offices!
Great British Golf Tournament 2019 Commences, Award Winners Announced
February 26, 2019

Great British Golf Tournament 2019 Commences, Award Winners Announced

BCCP hosts the friendly golf tournament annually, which gathers around 100 players of executives and golf enthusiasts in the country.
Cebu Pacific, RWM Launch Travelers’ Lounge in Newport Mall
February 22, 2019

Cebu Pacific, RWM Launch Travelers’ Lounge in Newport Mall

Local budget airline Cebu Pacific Air partnered with Resorts World Manila (RWM) to introduce its first Travelers’ Lounge at RWM’s Newport Mall in Pasay City.