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Pizza bundles and discounted cakes at Stella Bistro and Rocket Room at SM Aura
April 10, 2017

Pizza bundles and discounted cakes at Stella Bistro and Rocket Room at SM Aura

From the same company that brought us Saboten, MoMo Café, Simple Lang, and Chelsea Kitchen to name a few — Stella Bistro and Rocket Room is one of Raintree Restaurants venture, and a must-try restaurant in BGC if you’re into comfort food and wood-fired oven dishes. Also Read: Stella Bistro and Rocket Room Stella Bistro is offering promos its patrons are sure to love! Get first dibs on their Pizza Bundle for only P749! Buy 2 pizzas and get your own choice of a free pitcher of iced tea, soda or local beer. Pizza Margherita and Straight-up Pepperoni Now who could even resist on pizzas? Say hello to Stella Bistro’s […]
MMDA opens fire lane on EDSA
May 05, 2022

MMDA opens fire lane on EDSA

The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) and the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) opened the 4th lane of EDSA to fire trucks.
The Keds x Rifle Paper Co. collection is the go-to shoes for summer in PH!
April 07, 2017

The Keds x Rifle Paper Co. collection is the go-to shoes for summer in PH!

The Keds x Rifle Paper Co. Collaboration is Finally Here!
Go Mono with Saucony’s Jazz Original Mono
April 07, 2017

Go Mono with Saucony’s Jazz Original Mono

Saucony Originals introduces four new monochromatic looks that prove simple is strong.
Japan’s Musashino Art University partners with Sorsogon artisans for Manila FAME April 2017
April 07, 2017

Japan’s Musashino Art University partners with Sorsogon artisans for Manila FAME April 2017

“Japan and Philippines have always had a mutually beneficial relationship and this project is a testament to that," said CITEM Executive Director, Clayton Tugonon.
Louis Vuitton opens second branch at Solaire Resort & Casino
April 06, 2017

Louis Vuitton opens second branch at Solaire Resort & Casino

Filipinos and travelers in the Philippines can now choose among the brand’s wide collection of luggage, bags, and accessories as Louis Vuitton opened its second branch in the country at Solaire Resort & Casino, Parañaque City.
Watch out for these two world-renowned designers at Manila FAME 2017
April 06, 2017

Watch out for these two world-renowned designers at Manila FAME 2017

Internationally acclaimed designers Stanley Ruiz and Nelson Sepulveda return to Manila FAME on April 21-23, 2017.
Learn through food: What to expect at Madrid Fusion Manila 2017
April 06, 2017

Learn through food: What to expect at Madrid Fusion Manila 2017

The country’s most anticipated culinary event is happening in less than 24 hours, and yet here you are, still sitting in front of your computer wondering if you should go this Saturday or not (sadly, only Saturday is open to the public).
PAL advises passengers to come to airport earlier due to Immigration manpower shortage
May 05, 2022

PAL advises passengers to come to airport earlier due to Immigration manpower shortage

Philippines’ flag carrier Philippine Airlines advised on Tuesday that passengers flying internationally during Holy Week should arrive 5 to 6 hours before their scheduled flights because of the long lines at the immigration counter.
Dengue vaccine now available in the Philippines at select Watsons stores
April 05, 2017

Dengue vaccine now available in the Philippines at select Watsons stores

World’s first ever dengue vaccine, Dengvaxia®, is now available over the counter at select Watsons stores in the Philippines.
7 Cool Barbershops in Manila for the Modern Man
May 27, 2024

7 Cool Barbershops in Manila for the Modern Man

The world today doesn’t really want to go towards separating men and women. When it comes to your hair, however, it’s still better if you visit a barbershop than to go to your girlfriend’s/the missus’ favorite salon. It’s not that you hate salons, but there’s a different vibe when you walk into a barbershop as compared to a salon. This is why we’ve taken the liberty of going around and checking for the coolest barbershops in Manila where you can get your next sleek and dapper haircut:   The John Barbers Groomers Let’s start off the list with somewhere really close. The John Barbers Groomers, located at Somerset Makati’s main […]
Win a Trip to Palawan at Manila FAME 2017
April 04, 2017

Win a Trip to Palawan at Manila FAME 2017

Overseas buyers at the premier design and lifestyle event in the Philippines—Manila Fame 2017—will get a chance to win an ultimate four-day, three-night vacation at the lush tropical paradise of Palawan when they buy Philippine-made artisan products on April 21 – 23, 2017 at the World Trade Center in Pasay City.
DOH receives P826-M from JICA for drug users’ rehab
April 04, 2017

DOH receives P826-M from JICA for drug users’ rehab

A ¥1.85 billion (P826 million) program by the Department of Health (DOH) and the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) signed yesterday could spark an improvement in the country’s war on drugs.
WATCH: Second trailer of ‘War for the Planet of the Apes,’ opening in PH cinemas on July 12
June 15, 2017

WATCH: Second trailer of ‘War for the Planet of the Apes,’ opening in PH cinemas on July 12

Upcoming American science fiction film, “War for the Planet of the Apes” revealed its second trailer!
Subic to host ParaTriathlon Asian Championships on April 29
April 04, 2017

Subic to host ParaTriathlon Asian Championships on April 29

The Asian Triathlon Confederation ParaTriathlon Asian Championships – which will feature some of Asia’s best paratriathletes – will be happening on April 29 at the Subic Bay Freeport Zone. Image grabbed from astctriathlon.org. This event, which has attracted about 50 participants from different countries in Asia, will be organized by the Triathlon Association of the Philippines (TRAP). It will also be supported by various organizations and establishments in Subic – including the Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority, Philippine Sports Commission, Subic Travelers Hotel, ASTC, Asian Centre for Insulation Philippines, and Gatorade. The race will start at the ACEA Beach Resort where the 750m swim will be held, followed by the 18k […]
Thought-provoking, witty, and definitely not for children: A review of Rep Philippines’ The Vibrator Play
April 04, 2017

Thought-provoking, witty, and definitely not for children: A review of Rep Philippines’ The Vibrator Play

There's something hidden amongst the craziness of The Vibrator Play. Here's what our editorial team thought of the play.
Jollibee to open first store in Italy
April 03, 2017

Jollibee to open first store in Italy

Jollibee Foods Corp (JFC) signed a deal with Singaporean food and beverage company BlackBird to own and operate the first Jollibee store in Italy, its first in Europe.
Free The Children Japan donates P2-M to Philippine National School for the Blind project
April 03, 2017

Free The Children Japan donates P2-M to Philippine National School for the Blind project

A representative of international charity Free The Children Japan (FTCJ) announced on March 31, 2017 that the target funding of P3.8 million for the “School for the Blind Dormitory Roof Repair & School Bus Project” has been reached.
Okada Manila unveils world’s biggest multicolor dancing fountain
April 03, 2017

Okada Manila unveils world’s biggest multicolor dancing fountain

Okada Manila threw an extraordinary show as it unveiled the world’s largest multicolor dancing fountain on March 31!
Wilcon Depot shares rise in stock market debut
April 03, 2017

Wilcon Depot shares rise in stock market debut

Local home improvement and construction supplier Wilcon Depot, Inc. debuted at the Philippine Stock Exchange (PSE) last week and saw a rise in their share prices before the end of trading day.