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Get up to 80% off from OBES Beauty Salon for their pre-opening promo!
March 31, 2017

Get up to 80% off from OBES Beauty Salon for their pre-opening promo!

Japanese beauty salon O.B.E.S is now in Manila, and they’re giving a whopping 80% discount!
Discovery Communications, Uniqlo bring New Youth T-Shirt Collection in PH and countries worldwide
March 30, 2017

Discovery Communications, Uniqlo bring New Youth T-Shirt Collection in PH and countries worldwide

The New Youth T-Shirt Collection will be available at Uniqlo retail locations in the Philippines and online via uniqlo.com with prices starting from P390.
Megabrands: First Quarter Summer Storm Sale
March 30, 2017

Megabrands: First Quarter Summer Storm Sale

Shoppers will enjoy up to 70% discounts from participating brands at Megabrands: First Quarter Summer Storm Sale
PH-Hungary sign economic cooperation agreement
March 30, 2017

PH-Hungary sign economic cooperation agreement

The Philippines-Hungarian Economic Cooperation Agreement (ECA) signed on March 28, 2017 aims to create a Joint Economic Commission (JEC).
PH among delegates of Asia Urban Youth Assembly 2017 in Malaysia
May 10, 2022

PH among delegates of Asia Urban Youth Assembly 2017 in Malaysia

The Philippines is among 33 other country delegates of Asia Urban Youth Assembly (AUYA) 2017 in Melaka, Malaysia.
More manufacturing hubs to rise in PH: JLL Philippines
May 10, 2022

More manufacturing hubs to rise in PH: JLL Philippines

More companies are looking towards moving some of their operations back to Philippine shores, according to management firm JLL Philippines.
Uniqlo to open at SM City East Ortigas on March 31
March 30, 2017

Uniqlo to open at SM City East Ortigas on March 31

Your favorite Japanese clothing brand, Uniqlo, is opening a branch at the SM City East Ortigas on March 31, 2017!
US Embassy announces 2 options for US citizens’ passport renewal
May 10, 2022

US Embassy announces 2 options for US citizens’ passport renewal

Effective starting April 1, 2017, US citizens in the Philippines who would be renewing their adult passports now have two options they can choose from in submitting their application form (DS-82) and passports to the Embassy. This was announced via the website of the Embassy of the United States in the Philippines.
FWD Life Philippines launches ‘Set for Health’ innovative critical illness product
April 03, 2017

FWD Life Philippines launches ‘Set for Health’ innovative critical illness product

With 3x as much protection as other products on the market, Set for Health provides the most comprehensive coverage for critical illnesses
PH’s Human Nature brand wins awards in Europe
March 28, 2017

PH’s Human Nature brand wins awards in Europe

Filipino beauty brand Human Nature is the first Asian Brand to win in the prestigious Sustainable Beauty Awards.
Philippine Army celebrates 120th Anniversary in BGC!
March 28, 2017

Philippine Army celebrates 120th Anniversary in BGC!

2017 marks the 120th Philippine Army Anniversary! To honor the service of our troops, all services of the Armed Forces of the Philippines and their dependents can avail of discounts under the BCDA's SUNDALO KO, BAYANI KO PROGRAM at BGC from March 22 to April 30.
Global Pop Icon – Britney Spears finally coming to Manila
May 08, 2017

Global Pop Icon – Britney Spears finally coming to Manila

Britney Spears is coming to Manila on June 15, 2017 at the Mall of Asia Arena for her first-ever and much-awaited concert in the Philippines.
LIST: The most common nationalities of expats you’ll meet in the Philippines
May 10, 2022

LIST: The most common nationalities of expats you’ll meet in the Philippines

There's a three in ten chance you'll come across an expat in Metro Manila. Here are the top five nations where that expat may come from.
List: Popular Night Clubs in BGC
May 10, 2022

List: Popular Night Clubs in BGC

No plans for the weekend? Check out these prime night clubs in Bonifacio Global City where you can have the night of your life with the whole gang!
Mt. Apo reopens for trekkers, with stricter rules imposed
March 28, 2017

Mt. Apo reopens for trekkers, with stricter rules imposed

Mt. Apo will be reopened again for hikers starting April 12.
Cinemalaya Institute to conduct intensive film workshops
March 27, 2017

Cinemalaya Institute to conduct intensive film workshops

Applications are now being accepted as Cinemalaya Institute will be offering feature-length screenplay writing and basic filmmaking courses from May 22 to June 30, 2017.
An Open Letter to Globe Customers
March 27, 2017

An Open Letter to Globe Customers

Globe Telecom reached out to the residents of rich enclaves, further stating the reason why mobile and internet connection is still insufficient at homes inside selected villages and subdivisions, which are mostly in Metro Manila area.
WATCH: Filipino food culture at Flavors of the Philippines 2017
March 27, 2017

WATCH: Filipino food culture at Flavors of the Philippines 2017

See a glimpse of the finest food you’ll ever get to taste here in the Philippines. #2017FlavorsofthePhils
Okada Manila Unveils The Grand Fountain on March 31
March 27, 2017

Okada Manila Unveils The Grand Fountain on March 31

Be one of the first to witness the grand spectacle about to unfold, the world’s largest multicolor dancing water feature, The Fountain at Okada Manila
LIST: SUCs to be covered by Free Tuition Policy for 2017
March 27, 2017

LIST: SUCs to be covered by Free Tuition Policy for 2017

Here's a list of schools that will be covered by the Duterte Administration's Free Tuition Policy for 2017 once the IRRs are in place.