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7 Types of Oil for Your Skin, Hair, and More
April 08, 2024

7 Types of Oil for Your Skin, Hair, and More

Do you have dry skin or oily skin? Or maybe a bit of both? If you’re looking for an alternative for moisturizer or serum without having that sticky feeling yet still feel nourished try using oils. According to history, Ancient Egyptians daily skin care included oils for a vibrant and flawless skin. Before you rub oils to your faces, remember that each oil is different from the other. There are specific oils to your for you skin and some also help you ease itchiness and irritation. Some oils are packed with antioxidants that relieve our skin and prevents us from the signs of aging. Oils with vitamin E will help […]
JICA and the Filipinos: Images of a Better Tomorrow Photography Competition
July 28, 2017

JICA and the Filipinos: Images of a Better Tomorrow Photography Competition

You still have two months to join JICA’s first-ever photography competition!
PUP student Gian Javelona part of Forbes ‘30 Under 30’ Asia
July 28, 2017

PUP student Gian Javelona part of Forbes ‘30 Under 30’ Asia

A former student of the Polytechnic University of the Philippines has been included in Forbes list of 30 Under 30.
DOTr moves headquarters to Clark
July 26, 2022

DOTr moves headquarters to Clark

The Department of Transportation (DOTr) is set on moving from Mandaluyong City to Clark, Pampanga starting with a flag raising ceremony on July 28, Friday.
BDO and JCB launch Platinum Credit Card
July 27, 2017

BDO and JCB launch Platinum Credit Card

The BDO JCB Platinum Credit Card is the first in the Philippines and the first in Southeast Asia.
Uber, Grab drivers accredited after June 30 must be deactivated – LTFRB
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.
DaTang Restaurant opens in Venice Grand Canal Mall in BGC
April 18, 2018

DaTang Restaurant opens in Venice Grand Canal Mall in BGC

Their dishes are not just Chinese cuisine, it's Chinese fusion.
8 Authentic Chinese Restaurants to Try in Binondo
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.
Get a free piece of Fillet Katsu at Musashi-Tei Restaurant!
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!
Justin Bieber cancels Purpose Tour
July 25, 2017

Justin Bieber cancels Purpose Tour

Tickets will be refunded at point of purchase.
4 Dog Day Cares in Makati to Pamper Your Dog While You’re Away
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!
Starbucks releases vibrant and healthy frappuccinos
July 24, 2017

Starbucks releases vibrant and healthy frappuccinos

Add these Instagrammable drinks to your feed!
Big names in the development industry convene at Okada Manila
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.
SONA 2017: What you should know
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.
Ethiopian Airlines: Fly with African cheer and the best of Ethiopian cooking
July 20, 2017

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

Experience African hospitality and cheer with Ethiopian Airlines!
Malacanang announces holidays for 2018
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.
Best Buy World offers exclusive discounts for Primer readers this July!
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!
North Korea Invites Travelers to Go on a Themed Tour
July 22, 2017

North Korea Invites Travelers to Go on a Themed Tour

Will you add North Korea to your #travelgoals?
City of Dreams Manila introduces Jing Ting Restaurant
April 18, 2018

City of Dreams Manila introduces Jing Ting Restaurant

You can now taste authentic Northern Chinese cuisines at the City of Dreams!
12-minute travel time between BGC and Ortigas seen by 2020
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!