News & Current Events

ANC’s Off the Beaten Path: Kyushu Unveiled the Beauty of the Underrated Region
January 04, 2019

ANC’s Off the Beaten Path: Kyushu Unveiled the Beauty of the Underrated Region

ANC highlighted Kyushu’s unexplored beauty through Off the Beaten Path: Kyushu, a four-part documentary series hosted by Filipino TV personality Marie Lozano and Japanese actor and narrator Kaz Sawamura. Together, the two traversed into the underrated island to experience its culture, know more about its history, and learn more about the cultural aspects that Japan and the Philippines share.
Trip to Japan Now Requires ¥1,000 Departure Tax
January 04, 2019

Trip to Japan Now Requires ¥1,000 Departure Tax

Starting on January 7, 2019 (Monday), the Japanese government declared that travelers or visitors of any nationality must pay an additional mandatory departure tax amounting to ¥1,000 ($12.50 or Php 488.74), which is applicable to any form of transportation leaving Japan.
PH Landline Numbers to Change to 8-Digit Format in October
June 23, 2022

PH Landline Numbers to Change to 8-Digit Format in October

Starting March 18 this year, all telephone numbers with area code (02) like those in Metro Manila and parts of Cavite, Laguna, and Bulacan will be changed from seven-digit combination to eight-digit format.
Cosplay Matsuri 2018: Celebrating Japanese Pop Culture, Festival Style!
January 02, 2019

Cosplay Matsuri 2018: Celebrating Japanese Pop Culture, Festival Style!

Now on its third year, Cosplay Matsuri 2018 has upped their game and continued to be one of the best year-end anime and cosplay events in the country–and fans of the subculture flocked together to enjoy festivities, watch performances, and get their hands on some merchandise last December 28 to 30, 2018 at the SMX Convention Center Manila!
Manila Post Office Building Declared an Important Cultural Property
December 28, 2018

Manila Post Office Building Declared an Important Cultural Property

The Manila Central Post Office Building in Liwasang Bonifacio, Manila was recently declared an Important Cultural Property by the National Museum, joining the list of significant cultural heritage in the country.
BCCP Celebrates Successful 2018 With Year-End Conference
December 26, 2018

BCCP Celebrates Successful 2018 With Year-End Conference

The British Chamber of Commerce Philippines (BCCP) caps off another successful year with a year-end press conference and media appreciation luncheon at Dusit Thani Manila last December 11, Tuesday. BCCP Executive Chairman Chris Nelson highlights the organization’s achievements this 2018. One of these is their Overseas Partner Delivery (OPD) where they assisted over 2,000 British companies through contact referrals, research, and introduction to the Philippine market, and their trade mission.
Catriona Gray Wins Miss Universe 2018
December 17, 2018

Catriona Gray Wins Miss Universe 2018

Three years after Miss Universe 2015 Pia Wurtzbach won the crown, the Philippines once again proved its beauty inside and out--with Catriona Gray winning the coveted title, Miss Universe 2018. The annual competition happened in Bangkok, Thailand, December 17.
Off the Beaten Path: Kyushu: A 4-Part Documentary on Japan’s Underrated Region
June 30, 2022

Off the Beaten Path: Kyushu: A 4-Part Documentary on Japan’s Underrated Region

Watch Off the Beaten Path: Kyushu every Thursday starting December 13, 20, 27 to January 3, 2019, on ANC at 8 pm and discover the promising island of Kyushu.
Manila to New York Direct Flights Now Operational With PAL
December 07, 2018

Manila to New York Direct Flights Now Operational With PAL

The Philippine Airlines is now offering direct flights from Manila to New York with its new Airbus A350 —a new milestone in aviation history of the Philippines as they become the first airline to provide non-stop service from the said destinations.
BDO Unibank Named Strongest Bank in PH
July 09, 2022

BDO Unibank Named Strongest Bank in PH

BDO Unibank Inc. emerged as Philippines’ strongest bank for 2018 in The Asian Banker’s list of Strongest Banks By Balance Sheet. BDO earned an aggregate strength score of 3.31, with five being the highest possible total score, from six areas of balance sheet financial performance: the ability to scale, balance sheet growth, risk profile, profitability, asset quality, and liquidity.
AI Robot Concierge Coming Soon to SM Supermalls
November 29, 2018

AI Robot Concierge Coming Soon to SM Supermalls

SM Supermalls, the biggest shopping mall chain in the Philippines, has recently previewed two robots equipped with Artificial Intelligence (AI) able to provide mall information, promos, and events.
World Bazaar Festival 2018 Is the Place to Find the Best Gift Ideas for Everyone!
November 29, 2018

World Bazaar Festival 2018 Is the Place to Find the Best Gift Ideas for Everyone!

Now on its 18th year, this year’s World Bazaar Festival will make gift giving less stressful this December 12 to 22, 2018 at the World Trade Center Manila to cater to all our holiday needs and dreams!
Panglao International Airport in Bohol Finally Opens Today
November 27, 2018

Panglao International Airport in Bohol Finally Opens Today

The Department of Transportation (DOTr) and Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) are now set to inaugurate the country's “Green Gateway to the World” today November 27, with the much-awaited opening of the Panglao International Airport in Bohol.
Docukit Archiving to Streamline Your Office Processes
November 27, 2018

Docukit Archiving to Streamline Your Office Processes

The latest workshop by E-Copy Corporation was held to introduce the software functions and to show how it could archive and backup important files, happened on November 27, 2018 at the Cromagen Building, Pioneer Street, Pasig City.
Simply Italian Great Wines Asia Tour 2018: A Taste of Italy’s Finest Alcohols
November 23, 2018

Simply Italian Great Wines Asia Tour 2018: A Taste of Italy’s Finest Alcohols

First the cinema, now the wineries--Italy once again brings a part of them in the Philippines, showcasing some of the country's finest wines during the Simply Italian Great Wines Asia Tour 2018, happened last November 21, 2018 at The Peninsula Manila Hotel, Makati City.
Laguna Lake Highway Connecting Bicutan and Taytay Is Now Open to Motorists
November 21, 2018

Laguna Lake Highway Connecting Bicutan and Taytay Is Now Open to Motorists

Laguna Lake Highway Now Open to Connect Bicutan and Taytay. It will serve as an alternate route for motorists who are taking ESDA and C-5. The highway is said to reduce travel period from the eastern part of Metro Manila to round 30 minutes.
VegFest Pilipinas 2018: Where Everyone Saw a Glimpse into a Cruelty-Free Lifestyle
November 20, 2018

VegFest Pilipinas 2018: Where Everyone Saw a Glimpse into a Cruelty-Free Lifestyle

Lots of plant-based foodies dropped by the VegFest Pilipinas 2018 happened last November 17 to 18, but they're not the only ones who enjoyed the event--around 5,000 foodies were present, enjoying every kind of meal that's undoubtedly nutritious.
Fukudaya Sushi 101: Chefs Teach Foodies How to Roll
November 19, 2018

Fukudaya Sushi 101: Chefs Teach Foodies How to Roll

Customers got to experience how to be a chef at Fukudaya's Sushi 101 held last November 18, 2018 at Arya Residences, Bonifacio Global City, with the next session happening on December 16, 2018.
PLDT, Smart to Set Clark, Pampanga as the First 5G City in the PH
November 16, 2018

PLDT, Smart to Set Clark, Pampanga as the First 5G City in the PH

Residents from Clark, Pampanga will be the first ones to enjoy the promised faster internet service in the Philippines through the deployment of the 5G network, spearheaded by PLDT, Smart Communication Inc., Clark Development Corp. (CDC), and Ericsson.
Japan Signs Exchange of Notes to Support PH Air Force and MRT3 Rehab
November 16, 2018

Japan Signs Exchange of Notes to Support PH Air Force and MRT3 Rehab

Japan signs Grant Aid on Philippine Air Force (PAF) helicopters and the Maintainance on the Metro Rail Transit Line 3 (MRT3) as part of their official development assistance (ODA) projects. Foreign Affairs Secretary Teodoro L. Locsin, Jr. and Japanese Ambassador to the Philippines Koji Haneda signed the Exchange of Notes last November 7, 2018.