News & Current Events

Globe, DTI Launch 1-DTI Consumer Hotline
August 31, 2018

Globe, DTI Launch 1-DTI Consumer Hotline

Businessmen and consumers in the Philippines may now utilize 1-DTI (1-384) customer hotline for complaints and inquiries.
Makati Intra-City Subway Project Expected To Ease Traffic
August 30, 2018

Makati Intra-City Subway Project Expected To Ease Traffic

The plans for the Makati Intra-City Subway was released by the Makati City Hall last week including the proposed route and landmarks.
House OKs Green Building Act in the Philippines
July 21, 2022

House OKs Green Building Act in the Philippines

To aid the ravages brought forth by pollution in the Philippines, The House of Representatives signed House Bill 7373, or the "Green Building Act" on its final reading last August 2.
New Senate Bill Covers PWDs Automatic PhilHealth Coverage
August 03, 2022

New Senate Bill Covers PWDs Automatic PhilHealth Coverage

People with disability (PWD) no longer have to worry about acquiring their Philhealth memberships as the new Senate bill seeks to provide automatic Philhealth coverage to PWDs.
Smart and Nokia to Launch a Disaster Response Drone System
August 17, 2018

Smart and Nokia to Launch a Disaster Response Drone System

The system will consist of drones, a portable data center, a mobile broadband network, and applications like video streaming, gas sensing, mapping, and analytics.
Airlines Cancel Flights after NAIA Runway Shutdown; Closure Extends
August 17, 2018

Airlines Cancel Flights after NAIA Runway Shutdown; Closure Extends

Flights from several airlines going through the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) have been cancelled today after a Chinese aircraft lands on the airport's runway, due to torrential rainfall.
August 17, 2018

Malacañan Announces 2019 Holidays

Time to plan your long weekends for 2019!
Tripkada Travel Meet-Up: A Night of Pinoy Fun and Games
August 13, 2018

Tripkada Travel Meet-Up: A Night of Pinoy Fun and Games

Tripkada's latest travel meet-up was all about Filipino fun and games!
Ties of History: Art in Southeast Asia Opens at Yuchengco Museum
August 10, 2018

Ties of History: Art in Southeast Asia Opens at Yuchengco Museum

Explore the connection between ASEAN countries through the works of 10 contemporary artists.
Dot Property Philippines: Millennials and The New Generation of Real Estate
August 09, 2018

Dot Property Philippines: Millennials and The New Generation of Real Estate

The recent record Dot Property accumulated on their online portal was reported on their Press Briefing last Wednesday, August 8, 2018.
Cavitex Expansion Lane Partially Opens
August 03, 2022

Cavitex Expansion Lane Partially Opens

To aid traffic congestion at the Manila-Cavite Expressway (Cavitex), a portion of the extension project spearheaded by Metro Pacific Tollways Corp. (MPTC) was opened on August 4, 2018.
NayonLanding Integrated Resort Set to Open by 2022
August 07, 2018

NayonLanding Integrated Resort Set to Open by 2022

The newest integrated resort in the metro promises to have everything for everyone.
Cinemalaya 2018 opens with Erik Matti’s ‘BuyBust’
August 07, 2018

Cinemalaya 2018 opens with Erik Matti’s ‘BuyBust’

Now on its 14th year, Cinemalaya, the country's biggest independent film festival gathers filmmakers and enthusiasts as it opens at CCP Complex with the theme "Wings of Vision."
Ms. Earth 2018 to be held in Boracay, Philippines
August 07, 2018

Ms. Earth 2018 to be held in Boracay, Philippines

Dashing gowns, sparkling stilettos, and stunning looks will surround the island of Boracay as Miss Earth 2018 launches its annual pageant from October 6 to November 3.
No Provincial Buses on EDSA Starting August 15
August 11, 2022

No Provincial Buses on EDSA Starting August 15

The policy follows the transport system proposed by the DOTr to ease the congestion along the major thoroughfare
BDO Private Bank Still Top Private Bank in PH
August 03, 2018

BDO Private Bank Still Top Private Bank in PH

For the 11th consecutive time, BDO has been named best private bank.
DOT, Royal Air PH Work Closely for Macau-Cebu Flight
August 11, 2022

DOT, Royal Air PH Work Closely for Macau-Cebu Flight

The flight between Macau and Subic may soon be possible as the Department of Tourism (DOT) works closely with Royal Air Philippines, a commercial airline which offers charter services or exclusive air service.
DPWH Opens a New Exit from Skyway to Makati
August 11, 2022

DPWH Opens a New Exit from Skyway to Makati

It may only be one lane, but it does help anyone who's not keen on taking Buendia Avenue on their way to Makati.
2 Filipinas, Candidates of One-Way Red Planet Journey
August 13, 2018

2 Filipinas, Candidates of One-Way Red Planet Journey

When mankind first sent its own species to space, science and technology debunked the idea that Earth confines the wisdom of men---the room for knowledge grew ever so extensively, drawing humans away from the context of ‘impossibility’. By: Jove Moya
DFA Secures ‘Safe, Orderly, and Regular Migration’ in PH
August 12, 2022

DFA Secures ‘Safe, Orderly, and Regular Migration’ in PH

The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) recently had an indoor meeting to prepare for the final round of agreement for the inter-governmental negotiations on the Global Compact for Safe, Orderly, and Regular Migration (GCM).