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July 27, 2017

Uber, Grab drivers accredited after June 30 must be deactivated – LTFRB

This came after the LTFRB July 11 order to stop the operations of drivers without permits.

April 18, 2018

DaTang Restaurant opens in Venice Grand Canal Mall in BGC

Their dishes are not just Chinese cuisine, it's Chinese fusion.

January 10, 2020

8 Authentic Chinese Restaurants to Try in Binondo

Check out these 8 restaurants in the world’s oldest Chinatown, which can be found just in the Manila neighborhood: the Binondo district.

July 25, 2017

Get a free piece of Fillet Katsu at Musashi-Tei Restaurant!

If you're looking for a place to eat during lunch time, dine at Musashi-tei and get a free piece of their tasty Fillet Katsu!

July 25, 2017

Justin Bieber cancels Purpose Tour

Tickets will be refunded at point of purchase.

July 25, 2017

4 Dog Day Cares in Makati to Pamper Your Dog While You’re Away

You can trust that your furbaby will enjoy its time while you enjoy yours, no worries!

July 24, 2017

Starbucks releases vibrant and healthy frappuccinos

Add these Instagrammable drinks to your feed!

August 10, 2017

Big names in the development industry convene at Okada Manila

The Guild of Real Estate Entrepreneurs and Professionals (GREENPRO) convened last month at the biggest integrated casino-resort in the Philippines, Okada Manila.

July 23, 2017

SONA 2017: What you should know

The first State of the National Address (SONA) of President Rodrigo Roa Duterte is set to happen on July 24.

July 20, 2017

Ethiopian Airlines: Fly with African cheer and the best of Ethiopian cooking

Experience African hospitality and cheer with Ethiopian Airlines!

July 21, 2017

Malacanang announces holidays for 2018

18 holidays with 10 announced as regular holidays, 6 as special non-working days, and 2 additional non-working days were declared by Malacanang.

July 21, 2017

Best Buy World offers exclusive discounts for Primer readers this July!

The most famous cosmetic E-commerce site "Best Buy World" in Singapore landed in the Philippines!

July 22, 2017

North Korea Invites Travelers to Go on a Themed Tour

Will you add North Korea to your #travelgoals?

April 18, 2018

City of Dreams Manila introduces Jing Ting Restaurant

You can now taste authentic Northern Chinese cuisines at the City of Dreams!

August 08, 2022

12-minute travel time between BGC and Ortigas seen by 2020

Soon, it'll just take about 12 minutes travel time from BGC to Ortigas!

July 21, 2017

Flavors of Israel ICCP Networking Night: Of Food and Fellowship

Flavors of Israel did not only connote food but also conveyed the nation’s essence and diversity.

July 20, 2017

Compromise reached by Uber, Grab, LTFRB

A compromise was reached yesterday between Transport Network Companies (TNCs) Grab, Uber and the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) which allowed both TNCs to appeal their alleged colorum violations. IMAGE Senate.gov.ph In a report from ABS-CBN News, Sen. JV Ejercito, the vice chair of the Senate Committee on Public Services, said representatives from the LTFRB and both TNCs met in a closed door meeting last Wednesday, July 19, and reached a compromise. IMAGE Sen. Grace Poe’s official Twitter account “After a brief meeting, the LTFRB said they will just wait for Grab and Uber to file a Motion for Reconsideration, which in effect would legally suspend and extend […]

July 19, 2017

IBUILD Manila 2017: An international building, construction, and technology expo

The first of many IBuild events!

July 19, 2017

3 Cheers for 3 Years at Marco Polo Ortigas Manila

Enjoy a culinary journey with exciting offers at Marco Polo Ortigas Manila this July!

July 19, 2017

Grab/Uber or Taxis: Which do you prefer?

Taxis or TNVS?