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PAL to roll out more domestic flights starting Oct. 1
August 30, 2017

PAL to roll out more domestic flights starting Oct. 1

This is great news for those planning out-of-town domestic trips this Christmas season!
Philippines lands in 6th spot at 2017 SEA Games
August 31, 2017

Philippines lands in 6th spot at 2017 SEA Games

The Philippines finished the 29th SEA Games in 6th place after competing in 37 out of the 38 sports, with a medal haul of 24 Golds, 33 Silvers and 64 Bronze which is the country's worst finish in 18 years.
Biggest Hotel in Mindanao Will Rise Soon
June 29, 2022

Biggest Hotel in Mindanao Will Rise Soon

You will soon have more lodging options on your future trip to Davao City once the construction of this hotel is completed!
Uber pays fine and drivers, now back in full swing
August 30, 2017

Uber pays fine and drivers, now back in full swing

Netizens and commuters rejoice! Uber is back up and running once more!
It’s official: Palace declares Sept. 1 a regular holiday for Eid’l Adha
June 29, 2022

It’s official: Palace declares Sept. 1 a regular holiday for Eid’l Adha

Weeks of speculation and checking on the internet have paid off! It's now official!
LTFRB now issues driver’s licenses with 5-year validity
August 29, 2017

LTFRB now issues driver’s licenses with 5-year validity

If your record is clean, you can even have your license renewed with 10-year validity!
Experience State-of-the Art Traditional Japanese Beauty at Nora Beauty Salon
October 08, 2020

Experience State-of-the Art Traditional Japanese Beauty at Nora Beauty Salon

Nora Hair Salon aims to let the customer experience the so-called Japan quality service with highly skilled attendants, courteous services, and sophisticated design for as many people as possible.
Forbes Released the Philippines’ 50 Richest 2017
August 30, 2017

Forbes Released the Philippines’ 50 Richest 2017

Most of the names came as no surprise, but there’s one new name that made a debut in the list!
KIX Brings Back R U Tough Enough? with“Man versus Woman” Edition
August 29, 2017

KIX Brings Back R U Tough Enough? with“Man versus Woman” Edition

KIX, the ultimate destination for action entertainment, will find out who is tougher between men and women as it brings back R U Tough Enough? for the third time, happening this 2017!
Call for submissions for Ayala Museum’s Yarn Bomb-knit Bomb exhibition
August 29, 2017

Call for submissions for Ayala Museum’s Yarn Bomb-knit Bomb exhibition

The name Lulu Tan-Gan is synonymous to fashionable knitwear, and for a good reason the lady dubbed as "the queen of knitwear" has been designing knits since 1985, but her success in the industry has not stopped Lulu from embracing what she calls a "design evolution.
Hakata Ikkousha Special Opening Campaign
August 25, 2017

Hakata Ikkousha Special Opening Campaign

One Free Ramen is on us! If you order a ramen, you can get one more bowl of ramen for free!
Lawton Avenue Widening Project Started
August 25, 2017

Lawton Avenue Widening Project Started

It will make your BGC-NAIA trip much shorter!
Medical Professionals in Manila: Dr. Patricia Tinio, Dermatology
August 25, 2017

Medical Professionals in Manila: Dr. Patricia Tinio, Dermatology

If you’re looking for someone who can help you with skin, hair, and nail conditions, get to know Dr. Patricia Tinio.
Ayumi Endo’s Touch and See 3D Project Launch in Malacañang
August 25, 2017

Ayumi Endo’s Touch and See 3D Project Launch in Malacañang

This project is inspired by and dedicated to the visually-impaired people.
Pacquiao-Horn Rematch possible in November
August 25, 2017

Pacquiao-Horn Rematch possible in November

Get your cheering voices ready for another match between Pacquiao and Horn!
A new Science Park will soon rise in Batangas
August 25, 2017

A new Science Park will soon rise in Batangas

A new industrial and science park is expected to rise in Malvar, Batangas by 2020. This means more opportunities for Batangas locals as well as local and foreign companies.
Davao City to host Int’l Teenagers Math Olympiad
August 25, 2017

Davao City to host Int’l Teenagers Math Olympiad

The prestigious 2017 International Teenagers Mathematics Olympiad (ITMO) is set to be held in Davao City this November 8 to 12, 2017.
Fully foreign-owned investment houses to be allowed in PH soon
August 24, 2017

Fully foreign-owned investment houses to be allowed in PH soon

From 60 to 100 percent: Foreign investment houses may soon be a common sight for businesses and corporations looking for underwriters.
MasterCard added to NLEX, SCTEX, Cavitex toll payment options
August 24, 2017

MasterCard added to NLEX, SCTEX, Cavitex toll payment options

Frequenters of NLEX, SCTEX, and Cavitex, rejoice! No need to scramble for coins or bills at the toll gate!
PPO sets 35th Concert Season with Maestro Yoshikazu Fukumura
August 24, 2017

PPO sets 35th Concert Season with Maestro Yoshikazu Fukumura

The Philippine Philharmonic Orchestra is the country's leading orchestra and is widely regarded as on of the top musical ensembles in the Asia-Pacific region.