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The Stoli Awards PH: The best of the best for Stolichnaya
June 28, 2017

The Stoli Awards PH: The best of the best for Stolichnaya

Here are the winners for this year's Stoli Awards, held at the Hard Rock Cafe Manila in Makati City.
LRT to extend its operations starting July 10
June 27, 2017

LRT to extend its operations starting July 10

LRT-1 plans to extend its operating hours with a trial run set to start next week. Adding more trips to its weekend and holiday operations.
10 foreign travel vloggers who fell in love with the Philippines
April 18, 2018

10 foreign travel vloggers who fell in love with the Philippines

Calling all expats, it's never too late to explore the Philippines
8 Workshops in Manila you can attend this July
June 27, 2017

8 Workshops in Manila you can attend this July

Ready your skills and determination for these exciting workshops in Manila to attend this July!
Bayer develops Mosquito Learning Lab, continues to fight against dengue
June 23, 2017

Bayer develops Mosquito Learning Lab, continues to fight against dengue

Bayer, a global provider of vector control solutions, organized a joint media briefing recently with the Philippine Department of Health and Malaria Consortium Asia
7 Filipino Restaurants in Makati serving the best of Filipino cuisine
June 28, 2017

7 Filipino Restaurants in Makati serving the best of Filipino cuisine

See the best of Filipino cuisine as you dine in these restaurants in Makati.
Boston’s Emack & Bolio’s ice cream shop to open soon in Manila
June 23, 2017

Boston’s Emack & Bolio’s ice cream shop to open soon in Manila

Emack & Bolio’s is coming to Manila!
Botejyu opens its 3rd branch in Robinsons Galleria
June 23, 2017

Botejyu opens its 3rd branch in Robinsons Galleria

Japan’s Okonomiyaki Pioneer and Premier Specialty Restaurant Chain, BOTEJYU, has opened its third branch at Robinsons Galleria!
SM Home launches ‘Complete Your Home with SM Home’ campaign for 2017
June 22, 2017

SM Home launches ‘Complete Your Home with SM Home’ campaign for 2017

SM Home lets you “Complete Your Home” as you take a look at these inspiring interior design vignettes.
New App launched to help travelers in the Philippines
June 22, 2017

New App launched to help travelers in the Philippines

Kultoura, a Philippine travel guide application collaborated and developed by the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCAA), Department of Tourism (DOT), Smart Communications, and InnoPub Media.
Experience Snowboarding on Trampolines in Manila
June 22, 2017

Experience Snowboarding on Trampolines in Manila

While Filipinos will never see snow in the Philippines, there is a place where you can experience using something similar: Trampoline Park's Gravity Surf in Mandaluyong City.
PH Bet Maureen Wroblewitz Secures a Spot in ‘Asia’s Next Top Model’ Top 3
June 22, 2017

PH Bet Maureen Wroblewitz Secures a Spot in ‘Asia’s Next Top Model’ Top 3

Philippines' bet Maureen Wroblewitz is one more step closer to being the first Filipina winner of Asia's Next Top Model.
June 23-26: Events to Attend this Long Weekend
June 22, 2017

June 23-26: Events to Attend this Long Weekend

Cheers for another long weekend happening from June 23-26!
ANA bags awards for ‘World’s Best Airport Services’ and ‘Best Airline Staff in Asia’ — Skytrax
June 22, 2017

ANA bags awards for ‘World’s Best Airport Services’ and ‘Best Airline Staff in Asia’ — Skytrax

All Nippon Airways (ANA) was recently awarded for having the ‘World’s Best Airport Services’ and ‘Best Airline Staff in Asia’ at the International Paris Airshow last June 20.
A new dorm to rise in BGC for traffic-worn workers
June 28, 2017

A new dorm to rise in BGC for traffic-worn workers

The dormitory building, called “The Flats BGC at 5th Avenue”, will rise along the 5th Avenue and will be located across St. Luke’s Medical Center.
Hair Promo at Sora An Aveda Salon in Taguig
June 20, 2017

Hair Promo at Sora An Aveda Salon in Taguig

Sora An Aveda Salon in Taguig is giving discounted haircuts for first time customers!
Palace declares June 26 as regular holiday
June 20, 2017

Palace declares June 26 as regular holiday

June 26 is now an official regular holiday according to the Palace. Last Friday, Malacanang Palace signed the Proclamation No. 235, declaring that the whole Philippines will observe Eid'l Fitr or the Feast of Ramadan.
Max’s Restaurant opens food truck in Vancouver, Canada
June 20, 2017

Max’s Restaurant opens food truck in Vancouver, Canada

Max’s Restaurant from the Philippines has opened its first food truck in Vancouver, Canada.
What to expect at Manga Hokusai Manga: Links to the Past and Future of Manga
June 20, 2017

What to expect at Manga Hokusai Manga: Links to the Past and Future of Manga

This exhibit will change what you know about manga... or reinforce it (if you're that much of an otaku).
British Ambassador to the Philippines, Asif Ahmad appointed as CMG
June 20, 2017

British Ambassador to the Philippines, Asif Ahmad appointed as CMG

British Ambassador to the Philippines, Asif Ahmad has been honoured by Her Majesty the Queen with a Companion of the Order of St Michael and St George.