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Annual Reporting for all expats in the Philippines ends March 3
January 10, 2017

Annual Reporting for all expats in the Philippines ends March 3

The Bureau of Immigration (BI) reminds all expats that they only have until March 3 for their Annual Report (AR) for 2017.
New year, new policies? Businesses look forward to ‘kinder’ foreign ownership rules
February 28, 2017

New year, new policies? Businesses look forward to ‘kinder’ foreign ownership rules

The start of a new year will always be welcomed by businessmen as it affords them a fresh start. One of the key deciders, though, has yet to be settled: when will the Philippines be kind towards foreign ownership?
President Duterte goes to Middle East for visit this February
January 09, 2017

President Duterte goes to Middle East for visit this February

Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte is set to visit the Middle East on February 2017, according to the Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI).
Traslacion Route 2017: Manila
January 09, 2017

Traslacion Route 2017: Manila

Here's the route the Black Nazarene's andas or carriage will take for this year's Traslacion.
No cellphone signals in Manila during Black Nazarene Feast
January 09, 2017

No cellphone signals in Manila during Black Nazarene Feast

For public security reasons, Smart Communications and other telecommunication companies released an advisory of shutting down network services during the Black Nazarene procession today, January 9. Public Advisory posted at Smart Communications Facebook page In an advisory to media, the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) said this was done upon the request of the Philippine National Police (PNP). According to the PNP, they are preparing for a possible retaliation from the terror group, since their ISIS leader, Jaafar Maguid was killed during an operation. Since it is through network signals that could detonate a homemade bomb, it is the best decision to implement shutting down the network signals. The Arm […]
83% of Filipinos give major approval, trust to Pres. Duterte
January 09, 2017

83% of Filipinos give major approval, trust to Pres. Duterte

President Rodrigo R. Duterte earns 83% of Filipinos’ approval and trust amidst various controversies involving him and his administration.
2 Russian vessels dock in Manila
January 09, 2017

2 Russian vessels dock in Manila

Two Russian Navy ships have docked at the Manila South Harbor for a goodwill visit to President Duterte and a possible weapon deal, last January 6, 2017.
4th World Apostolic Conference on Mercy to be held in the Philippines
January 04, 2017

4th World Apostolic Conference on Mercy to be held in the Philippines

Philippines will be the host for the 4th World Apostolic Conference on Mercy from January 16 to 20, 2017.
Two community volunteers awarded as ‘2016 National Outstanding Volunteers’
January 05, 2017

Two community volunteers awarded as ‘2016 National Outstanding Volunteers’

Two community volunteers were recently recognized and awarded as 2016 National Outstanding Volunteers by the Philippine National Volunteer Service Coordinating Agency (PNVSCA).
Filipina wins Food Network’s ‘Chopped’ New Year cook-off
January 06, 2017

Filipina wins Food Network’s ‘Chopped’ New Year cook-off

Filipino-American Charleen Caabay won the “New Year’s Bash” episode of the reality-based cooking television game show Chopped on the Food Network.
Celebrating Philippine craftsmanship: Johnnie Walker releases Limited Edition Blue Label bottles
January 06, 2017

Celebrating Philippine craftsmanship: Johnnie Walker releases Limited Edition Blue Label bottles

Johnnie Walker introduces the Johnnie Walker Blue Label Philippine Crafts: Our Cities limited edition bottles to celebrate the ambition of every Filipino.
Filipina cited as ‘Global Visionary’ by Swiss giant bank UBS
January 05, 2017

Filipina cited as ‘Global Visionary’ by Swiss giant bank UBS

Swiss financial institution UBS recently released their inaugural list of Global Visionaries, and a Filipina was listed as one of them.
Philippine short film “Pagnanakaw” wins in Singtel contest
January 06, 2017

Philippine short film “Pagnanakaw” wins in Singtel contest

Of all the almost 600 submitted entries, The Philippines’ “Pagnanakaw,” bagged the second place in the first Singtel 5-minute video challenge. From the left: Mr Alberto de Larrazabal, Globe CCO, Mr Simon Israel, Chairman of Singtel Group, Miguel Sotto, Jaz Reyes, Ms Chua Sock Koong, Singtel Group CEO. Image grabbed from singtel With the theme “Connecting lives,” Miguel Soto and Jazmin Reyes bested other 11 entries from Australia, Singapore, Thailand, Tanzania and Indonesia with their 5-minute short film “Pagnanakaw.” According to Cinematographer and co-director Miguel Sotto, it took them a day to shoot the entire five-minute short, and spent about P1,000. They took home US$15,000 for winning second place. “Pagnanakaw” is […]
Procession route of Replicas of the Black Nazarene tomorrow, January 7
January 06, 2017

Procession route of Replicas of the Black Nazarene tomorrow, January 7

The City of Manila and the Minor Basilica of the Black Nazarene has released the processional routes of Replicas of the Black Nazarene tomorrow, January 7
DOT to boost PH tourism in 2017
January 05, 2017

DOT to boost PH tourism in 2017

The Department of Tourism (DOT) aims to increase the tourists in the country from 3 million to 6 million in the Davao region. Image taken by Edgar Allan Zeta-Yap from Vigattin Tourism. Although the 3-million-increase may seem a bit ambitious, DOT Secretary Wanda Teo said that they would try their best to market various destinations in the country, especially since there are also several events lined up this year. Two of the international events hosted by the Philippines are the Miss Universe Pageant and the ASEAN 50. Teo also said that they will work hard to also boost the tourism in Davao and in Mindanao by promoting it in various […]
#WalangPasok: Manila declares January 9 a special holiday
January 04, 2017

#WalangPasok: Manila declares January 9 a special holiday

The City of Manila declared January 9, 2017 a special holiday to make way for the Feast of the Black Nazarene.
CCP brings back ‘Noli Me Tangere, The Opera’ to Manila
January 09, 2017

CCP brings back ‘Noli Me Tangere, The Opera’ to Manila

Discover how a novel awakened the Filipino spirit to fight for the freedom of Philippines by watching Noli Me Tangere, The Opera this 2017!
Forbes lists Palawan as one of the ‘Best Budget Travel Destinations for 2017’
January 05, 2017

Forbes lists Palawan as one of the ‘Best Budget Travel Destinations for 2017’

In an article posted by international magazine Forbes, Palawan is cited as one of the 21 Best Budget Travel Destinations for 2017.
PETA celebrates 50th anniversary with line up of events this 2017
January 04, 2017

PETA celebrates 50th anniversary with line up of events this 2017

The Philippine Educational Theater Association (PETA), this year, will celebrate its golden anniversary of providing original Filipino productions and educational theater programs for 50 years since 1967.
Works of Igorot Artist to be visited by Miss Universe candidates
January 04, 2017

Works of Igorot Artist to be visited by Miss Universe candidates

Renowned Solar Artist, Jordan Mang-Osan currently display his works in an exhibit at Tam-awan Village in Baguio, and will be visited by 33 Miss Universe candidates on January 18.