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BDO to partner with Japan’s Seven Bank on money remittance service
May 26, 2017

BDO to partner with Japan’s Seven Bank on money remittance service

In an effort to strengthen its money remittance business, BDO Unibank Inc. partners with Japan’s Seven Bank Ltd. in a statement released by the bank last Wednesday.
Yokohama holds Football Cup 2017
May 26, 2017

Yokohama holds Football Cup 2017

Yokohama Tire Sales Philippines, Inc. (YTSP) kicks off their grand affair with the world’s most popular sport with the Yokohama Football Cup.
Nike Park Warehouse Sale on May 26 to June 18
May 25, 2017

Nike Park Warehouse Sale on May 26 to June 18

Get the biggest discounts on Nike merchandise here!
Asian Air Safari launches season 12 with Ethiopian adventure
May 25, 2017

Asian Air Safari launches season 12 with Ethiopian adventure

Guests enjoyed the ultimate Ethiopian cultural experience at the Asian Air Safari Season 12 Premiere last May 23 at Shang Cineplex.
#PrayForMarawi: Things To Know About The Declaration of Martial Law in Mindanao
May 02, 2022

#PrayForMarawi: Things To Know About The Declaration of Martial Law in Mindanao

Due to recent attacks in Marawi province in Mindanao, Pres. Duterte was prompted to declare Martial Law in the island. Here's a brief explanation of Martial Law in the Philippines.
The 11th Japan International MANGA Award is still accepting entries!
May 24, 2017

The 11th Japan International MANGA Award is still accepting entries!

The Embassy of Japan is looking for you!
50% OFF Promo for First Time Clients at Junca Salon
May 23, 2017

50% OFF Promo for First Time Clients at Junca Salon

More reasons to experience the "Junca System."
Russians show interest in going to PH to learn English
May 23, 2017

Russians show interest in going to PH to learn English

The Filipino penchant for English seems to have rubbed off on another country as Russians are now interested in visiting the Philippines to study English as a second language.
#AUPHWeAreMates: Celebrating 70 years of PH-AU relations
May 22, 2017

#AUPHWeAreMates: Celebrating 70 years of PH-AU relations

A barbecue, some rugby, a good movie, and a lot of Filipinos and Australians having fun in BGC.
BillboardPH launches PlaySound Digital Music Exhibit
May 22, 2017

BillboardPH launches PlaySound Digital Music Exhibit

Mall goers at Glorietta Mall in Makati found themselves jamming out to the best of the best hits at the launch of the second leg of PlaySound - The Billboard Music Trip at the Glorietta Activity Center last May 20.
PAGASA, JICA team up to improve PH weather forecasting
May 22, 2017

PAGASA, JICA team up to improve PH weather forecasting

PAGASA’s forecasters are the best we have, but the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) will help them increase their chances at getting tomorrow’s weather right.
Shanghai-based restaurant Bai Nian Tang Bao to open in Uptown Parade in July
May 22, 2017

Shanghai-based restaurant Bai Nian Tang Bao to open in Uptown Parade in July

The 'origin' of xiao long bao will come to Manila this July!
Work-from-home bill passes second reading in Senate
May 02, 2022

Work-from-home bill passes second reading in Senate

The prospect of working from home just became a lot closer to reality as Senate Bill (SB) No. 1363 or the Telecommuting Act of 2017 just moved closer to being a law.
5 Best Thrift Stores Around the Metro
April 25, 2024

5 Best Thrift Stores Around the Metro

Anyone who has tried it knows all about the rapid spur, the arm-numbing hanger switching, and the rewarding feel of chasing good finds within racks and racks and piles and piles of stuff at an ukay-ukay store (thrift shop). As they say, the best is yet to be dug out. So patience, physical strength, and an eye for quality are what you need if you’re planning to try your hand in thrift-shopping.  Also read: Expats’ Guide to Philippine version of Thrift Shop Check out these ukay-ukay stores around Manila where you can find the cheapest clothing items that are, in most cases, also the rarest and one of a kind! Starmall, Alabang IMAGE/STATUSMAG […]
First step taken towards four-day work week in PH
May 19, 2017

First step taken towards four-day work week in PH

Everyone has always wondered what it would feel like to work only four days a week. Well, that might soon be a reality as a bill looking to do just that has passed the committee level at the House of Representatives (HOR).
Win 1 Million Mabuhay Miles when you travel with Mastercard
May 19, 2017

Win 1 Million Mabuhay Miles when you travel with Mastercard

Having a Mastercard makes every foreign shopping trip easy since it’s accepted in nearly every establishment you can think of... well, that and having someone to carry everything you just bought.
Hanagushi’s 30% off on their Salmon Sushi
August 11, 2022

Hanagushi’s 30% off on their Salmon Sushi

Hanagushi, everyone’s favorite Japanese restaurant serving Yakitori cuisine, is offering 30% off on their Salmon Sushi!
Australian Embassy joins ‘Brigada Eskwela’ program across the Philippines
May 19, 2017

Australian Embassy joins ‘Brigada Eskwela’ program across the Philippines

The Australian Embassy in the Philippines helped schools across the Philippines prepare for the opening of classes by joining the Department of Education’s (DepEd) Brigada Eskwela.
Lipault Paris launches its 2017 Color Collection
May 02, 2022

Lipault Paris launches its 2017 Color Collection

Lipault Paris brings in Splashes of French Rivera through its 2017 color collection!
Time to taste ASEAN: Asia’s Ethnic Food & Ingredients Show IFEX Philippines opens today
May 19, 2017

Time to taste ASEAN: Asia’s Ethnic Food & Ingredients Show IFEX Philippines opens today

Top ASEAN food firms, local businesses, manufacturers, trade buyers, and businesspersons gather today for the opening of IFEX Philippines 2017: the Philippines biggest international trade exhibition on food and food-related products.