News & Current Events

Dengue vaccine now available in the Philippines at select Watsons stores
April 05, 2017

Dengue vaccine now available in the Philippines at select Watsons stores

World’s first ever dengue vaccine, Dengvaxia®, is now available over the counter at select Watsons stores in the Philippines.
Win a Trip to Palawan at Manila FAME 2017
April 04, 2017

Win a Trip to Palawan at Manila FAME 2017

Overseas buyers at the premier design and lifestyle event in the Philippines—Manila Fame 2017—will get a chance to win an ultimate four-day, three-night vacation at the lush tropical paradise of Palawan when they buy Philippine-made artisan products on April 21 – 23, 2017 at the World Trade Center in Pasay City.
DOH receives P826-M from JICA for drug users’ rehab
April 04, 2017

DOH receives P826-M from JICA for drug users’ rehab

A ¥1.85 billion (P826 million) program by the Department of Health (DOH) and the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) signed yesterday could spark an improvement in the country’s war on drugs.
Subic to host ParaTriathlon Asian Championships on April 29
April 04, 2017

Subic to host ParaTriathlon Asian Championships on April 29

The Asian Triathlon Confederation ParaTriathlon Asian Championships – which will feature some of Asia’s best paratriathletes – will be happening on April 29 at the Subic Bay Freeport Zone. Image grabbed from astctriathlon.org. This event, which has attracted about 50 participants from different countries in Asia, will be organized by the Triathlon Association of the Philippines (TRAP). It will also be supported by various organizations and establishments in Subic – including the Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority, Philippine Sports Commission, Subic Travelers Hotel, ASTC, Asian Centre for Insulation Philippines, and Gatorade. The race will start at the ACEA Beach Resort where the 750m swim will be held, followed by the 18k […]
Jollibee to open first store in Italy
April 03, 2017

Jollibee to open first store in Italy

Jollibee Foods Corp (JFC) signed a deal with Singaporean food and beverage company BlackBird to own and operate the first Jollibee store in Italy, its first in Europe.
Free The Children Japan donates P2-M to Philippine National School for the Blind project
April 03, 2017

Free The Children Japan donates P2-M to Philippine National School for the Blind project

A representative of international charity Free The Children Japan (FTCJ) announced on March 31, 2017 that the target funding of P3.8 million for the “School for the Blind Dormitory Roof Repair & School Bus Project” has been reached.
Okada Manila unveils world’s biggest multicolor dancing fountain
April 03, 2017

Okada Manila unveils world’s biggest multicolor dancing fountain

Okada Manila threw an extraordinary show as it unveiled the world’s largest multicolor dancing fountain on March 31!
Wilcon Depot shares rise in stock market debut
April 03, 2017

Wilcon Depot shares rise in stock market debut

Local home improvement and construction supplier Wilcon Depot, Inc. debuted at the Philippine Stock Exchange (PSE) last week and saw a rise in their share prices before the end of trading day.
Japan Embassy in PH invites artists to join the ‘11th Japan International MANGA Award’
April 02, 2017

Japan Embassy in PH invites artists to join the ‘11th Japan International MANGA Award’

Are you a manga artist or an illustrator who wants his work to be recognized? This is your chance to let the world know your story by joining the “11th Japan International MANGA Award” and by submitting your entry until June 16, 2017.
Mindanao is all set for its first world-class waterpark: Seven Seas Waterpark and Resort
April 02, 2017

Mindanao is all set for its first world-class waterpark: Seven Seas Waterpark and Resort

Seven Seas Waterpark and Resort is set to become Mindanao’s first-ever world class waterpark.
AboitizLand offers true beachfront living with Seafront Residences
March 30, 2017

AboitizLand offers true beachfront living with Seafront Residences

Ever dreamed of owning a house by the beach?
Runway Manila nears completion, set to open this month: DPWH
April 02, 2017

Runway Manila nears completion, set to open this month: DPWH

Say goodbye to the long ride from NAIA Terminal 3 to Newport City and back as the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) is set to open their 220-meter pedestrian link bridge by the end of April.
Manila BRT project gets funding from World Bank
March 30, 2017

Manila BRT project gets funding from World Bank

First it was Cebu that got funding for the Department of Transportation’s (DOTr) Cebu Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) Project. Now, Manila will get its own BRT project going.
Discovery Communications, Uniqlo bring New Youth T-Shirt Collection in PH and countries worldwide
March 30, 2017

Discovery Communications, Uniqlo bring New Youth T-Shirt Collection in PH and countries worldwide

The New Youth T-Shirt Collection will be available at Uniqlo retail locations in the Philippines and online via uniqlo.com with prices starting from P390.
PH-Hungary sign economic cooperation agreement
March 30, 2017

PH-Hungary sign economic cooperation agreement

The Philippines-Hungarian Economic Cooperation Agreement (ECA) signed on March 28, 2017 aims to create a Joint Economic Commission (JEC).
PH among delegates of Asia Urban Youth Assembly 2017 in Malaysia
May 10, 2022

PH among delegates of Asia Urban Youth Assembly 2017 in Malaysia

The Philippines is among 33 other country delegates of Asia Urban Youth Assembly (AUYA) 2017 in Melaka, Malaysia.
More manufacturing hubs to rise in PH: JLL Philippines
May 10, 2022

More manufacturing hubs to rise in PH: JLL Philippines

More companies are looking towards moving some of their operations back to Philippine shores, according to management firm JLL Philippines.
US Embassy announces 2 options for US citizens’ passport renewal
May 10, 2022

US Embassy announces 2 options for US citizens’ passport renewal

Effective starting April 1, 2017, US citizens in the Philippines who would be renewing their adult passports now have two options they can choose from in submitting their application form (DS-82) and passports to the Embassy. This was announced via the website of the Embassy of the United States in the Philippines.
FWD Life Philippines launches ‘Set for Health’ innovative critical illness product
April 03, 2017

FWD Life Philippines launches ‘Set for Health’ innovative critical illness product

With 3x as much protection as other products on the market, Set for Health provides the most comprehensive coverage for critical illnesses
PH’s Human Nature brand wins awards in Europe
March 28, 2017

PH’s Human Nature brand wins awards in Europe

Filipino beauty brand Human Nature is the first Asian Brand to win in the prestigious Sustainable Beauty Awards.