News & Current Events

Large-scale rehab center in Nueva Ecija expected to operate by November
October 13, 2016

Large-scale rehab center in Nueva Ecija expected to operate by November

By November of this year, a drug treatment and rehabilitation center in Fort Magsaysay, Nueva Ecija is expected to be operational once its construction is completed at the end of October.
No more Weekday Sale in Metro Manila malls to alleviate traffic
October 12, 2016

No more Weekday Sale in Metro Manila malls to alleviate traffic

Christmas season is fast approaching and so is the worst traffic in the coming days; thus the need of immediate solutions for the convenience of the daily commuters.
MMDA announces dry run for ‘No Window Hours’ policy
October 12, 2016

MMDA announces dry run for ‘No Window Hours’ policy

In a text blast sent by the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA), the dry run for the No Window Hours on the Number Coding Policy scheme shall start October 12 (Wednesday) until October 14 (Friday) from 7:00 am to 7:00 pm.
Duterte, expected to sign nationwide smoking ban EO this month
October 11, 2016

Duterte, expected to sign nationwide smoking ban EO this month

The Philippines will soon be a no smoking zone as Health Secretary Pauline Jean Ubial confirms that the Department of Health (DOH) submitted a draft executive order on nationwide smoking ban to the Office of the President.
Quezon City launches own emergency hotline 122
October 11, 2016

Quezon City launches own emergency hotline 122

The local government of Quezon City is set to activate its own emergency hotline soon, after 6 years of setting up its own emergency and information helpline. Apart from the national hotline for government complaints (8888) and emergency hotline 911, residents, visitors, and those in transit within Quezon City can now dial 122 where they will be directed to the city’s Emergency Operations Center (EOC).
IRR for R.A. 10868 signed; centenarians to get cash and other incentives
October 11, 2016

IRR for R.A. 10868 signed; centenarians to get cash and other incentives

Centenarians are set to receive a P100,000 “centenarian gift” among other incentives as well as receive recognition from the government for reaching 100 under Republic Act (R.A. 10868) or the Centenarians Act of 2016. IT’S GOOD TO BE 100. Filipino centenarians both here and abroad will receive recognition and incentives from the government thru R.A. 10868, otherwise known as the Centenarians Act of 2016. Image grabbed from Official Gazette The Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) for R.A. 10868 was signed last September 26 by Social Welfare Sec. Judy Taguiwalo, Health Sec. Paulyn Jean Rosell-Ubial, and Interior Sec. Ismael Sueno. Their respective departments (Department of Social Welfare and Development, Department of […]
Latest Traffic Schemes in Metro Manila
October 11, 2016

Latest Traffic Schemes in Metro Manila

Everyone knows how heavy traffic can get in Metro Manila, especially along EDSA, C5, and the roads leading to and out of its constituent cities. Christmas is only two and a half months away, which will only make things worse. To solve the impending traffic jams, the Inter-Agency Council on Traffic (i-ACT), composed of the Department of Transportation (DOTr), Metro Manila Development Authority (MMDA), Philippine National Police – Highway Patrol Group (PNP-HPG), Land Transportation Office (LTO), and the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB), along with the local government units have come up with ways of decongesting our roads. NOT FOND OF GOOGLING? We’ve compiled the latest traffic schemes […]
Crown Towers Manila wins big in International Hotel and Property Awards 2016
October 10, 2016

Crown Towers Manila wins big in International Hotel and Property Awards 2016

City of Dreams Manila receives honor once again as one of its premier luxury hotels Crown Towers Manila won two design awards in the prestigious International Hotel and Property Awards 2016 at the Hotel Cipriani in Venice, Italy. CROWN TOWERS MANILA LOBBY. “A perfect blend of strength and softness.” Image grabbed from Global Newswire’s PR Crown Towers Manila won two design awards namely Best Hotel over 200 Rooms (Asia Pacific) and Best Lobby/Public Area/Lounge (Global) in the said awarding. According to Geoff Andres, Property President of City of Dreams Manila, “We are elated and proud over this international distinction that strengthens City of Dreams Manila’s position as the ultimate in […]
Mexico eyes $2B investment in PH
October 10, 2016

Mexico eyes $2B investment in PH

$2 billion worth in investments are headed to the Philippines from Mexico after recent talks strengthened economic ties between both countries. MEXICAN INVESTMENTS ARE FLOODING IN. Another $2 billion worth in investments, most of which will go to the telecommunications sector, is expected by the DTI. Images grabbed from Wikimedia Commons and Pixabay In a press release posted on the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) website, the bulk of the investment will go towards the telecommunications sector. This came about after Julio Camarena Villaseñor, Ambassador of Mexico to the Philippines, paid a courtesy visit to new DTI Secretary Ramon Lopez. A Joint Economic Committee (JEC) was also discussed during […]
‘Chicks Dig Vegetarians’ in New PETA Advert
October 10, 2016

‘Chicks Dig Vegetarians’ in New PETA Advert

Lead Guitarist Gets Amped Up to Promote Meat-Free Meals. James McVey, the lead guitarist for The Vamps, has proved that he's as compassionate as he is talented by starring in his second PETA campaign to promote kindness to animals—this time, through meat-free meals.
YouTube Kids launches in the Philippines
October 07, 2016

YouTube Kids launches in the Philippines

Got kids who love to watch videos on YouTube? Then, they will surely love this new app! YouTube Kids, an app designed for kids who love the video-sharing site, is now available in the Philippines.
Hugh Jackman Reveals Latest Wolverine Title as “Logan” and Teaser Poster
October 07, 2016

Hugh Jackman Reveals Latest Wolverine Title as “Logan” and Teaser Poster

Hugh Jackman finally revealed the official title of the latest Wolverine movie as “Logan” along with a teaser poster showing his bruised claw held by a much smaller hand.
UPDATE: DOTr to suspend window hours for Number Coding Scheme on Oct 17
October 11, 2016

UPDATE: DOTr to suspend window hours for Number Coding Scheme on Oct 17

In a bid to decongest EDSA and C5 Road for the holidays, the Inter-Agency Council for Traffic (i-ACT) is looking at removing the window hours from their Number Coding Scheme starting October 31.
Duterte’s First 100 days: Drugs, Corruption, Economics, and Foreign Policy
October 07, 2016

Duterte’s First 100 days: Drugs, Corruption, Economics, and Foreign Policy

Whenever he opens his mouth, the media goes into a frenzy of supposedly misquoted and misunderstood statements. Daily news stories are filled with stories ranging from the on-going war against drugs, a strong stand on independent foreign policy, and the fight versus corrupt government practices.
Japanese department store brand Isetan Mitsukoshi eyes opening a store in PH
October 07, 2016

Japanese department store brand Isetan Mitsukoshi eyes opening a store in PH

Department store operator Isetan Mitsukoshi Holdings Ltd. is eyeing on opening a store in the Philippines, as per the sources of news website The Japan Times.
‘Fotobam’ is Filipino Word of the Year 2016
October 07, 2016

‘Fotobam’ is Filipino Word of the Year 2016

Among 10 words that have been nominated to become the Salita ng Taon or “Filipino World of the Year,” it was ‘Fotobam’ by History professor Michael Charleston Chua which gained the recognition in Sawikaan 2016 at the Filipinas Institute of Translation, held in University of the Philippines  Diliman. FOTOBAM. Filipino Word of the Year 2016. Image by sunstar.com.ph The word fotobam is a word derived from  the English word ‘photobomb,’ which means to ruin (a photograph) by appearing in the image without the photographer’s knowledge, as defined by dictionary.com. The said word became significant in the country when it first surfaced in the Torre de Manila issue which was hailed as pambansang photobomb (national photobomb) when it earned flak from netizens as […]
Qualified Filipinos can travel to Taiwan visa-free
October 07, 2016

Qualified Filipinos can travel to Taiwan visa-free

Filipinos looking to go to Taiwan who have either stayed in or have visited select countries are exempt from applying for a visa according to the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office (TECO).
UPDATED: MMDA, i-ACT will suspend excavations from November to January
October 11, 2016

UPDATED: MMDA, i-ACT will suspend excavations from November to January

The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) decided to temporarily suspend all excavation works in anticipation of the increased volume of traffic on major roads and secondary streets this Christmas season. A HALT TO ALL EXCAVATIONS. With the impending Christmas rush, the MMDA has decided to suspend all excavations along major roads and secondary streets. Image grabbed from Inquirer.net MMDA General Manager Thomas Orbos met with representatives from utility companies last Tuesday, October 4 to ask them to comply with the directive. MMDA said that these excavations tend to slow down the flow of traffic on major and secondary roads because of the spike of vehicles using them during Christmas season. […]
10 Filipino films to be shown at Busan Int’l Film Fest
October 07, 2016

10 Filipino films to be shown at Busan Int’l Film Fest

The Busan International Film Festival is one of Asia’s premier film festivals, and the Philippines is well-represented with 10 of our best independent films being shown during the festival which runs until October 15.
Two Filipino short films screened in Russian fest
October 07, 2016

Two Filipino short films screened in Russian fest

Included among the 20 other international films screened at the recent 15th International Kansk Video Festival in Moscow, Russia were Carlo Francisco Manatad’s Sandra and Jaime Habac Jr.’s Maria. The two short films were officially the Philippines’ entry in the Russian fest’s international section which had the theme “Surrealism vs Realism.” Movie Poster of Sandra. Image grabbed from this website osobnosti.cz The 11-minute running short film by Tuko Film Productions and Buchi Boy entertainment entitled Maria, tells a story about a 14-year-old girl who’s suspected as being pregnant by her family and a 50-year-old woman who gives birth to her 22nd child. Meanwhile, Carlo Francisco’s 15-minute running Sandra, is about […]