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5 Filipino Millenial Filmmakers You Should Know
March 25, 2017

5 Filipino Millenial Filmmakers You Should Know

With this era being the era where millenials are slowly taking over everything, here are 8 young Filipino filmmakers who are slowly taking over the filmmaking industry. (In no particular order)
Hoppin’ Easter Eggscape at Marco Polo Ortigas Manila
March 24, 2017

Hoppin’ Easter Eggscape at Marco Polo Ortigas Manila

Gather up and go hippity-hopping this Easter as Marco Polo Ortigas Manila cracks the bunnies’ egg surprise for all guests. Workshops, a magic show, and more Hop and hunt for egg-citing treats and a day full of fun activities for the little kids as Piccolo Kids Club presents Hop Hop and Away. Enjoy workshops such as luggage making, and cupcake decorating. Play around and meet new friends at the play area. Watch the amazing magic show and balloon twisting. Paint eggs and hang it at the Easter tree. Have fun in all of these together with an Easter brunch for only P1,400. Moms and dads are also welcome to join […]
Top 5 Filipino Treats to Cool You Down During the Summer
April 03, 2019

Top 5 Filipino Treats to Cool You Down During the Summer

Aside from the refreshing waters, the never-ending thread of photos with everyone’s bikini bodies, there is one more thing that people look forward to the most during the summer season – food.
West Palawan corridor to get facelift with help from Premier Horizon
May 10, 2022

West Palawan corridor to get facelift with help from Premier Horizon

Palawan will soon see a new tourist spot rise with Premier Horizon Alliance Corporation looking to develop Nagtabon Beach and North Cove.
Australia supports PH business coalition for women’s empowerment
March 24, 2017

Australia supports PH business coalition for women’s empowerment

Seven large corporations employing a total of 300,000 Filipinos have formed a new coalition to ensure gender equality within their businesses. Australian Foreign Minister Julie Bishop MP (center right) is joined by Australian Ambassador to the Philippines Amanda Gorely (center left), Investing in Women CEO Julia Newton-Howes (far left), PhilWEN Chairperson Ma. Aurora Geotina-Garcia (far right) and founding members of the PBCWE (from left) – Marife Zamora (Convergys Philippines, Inc), Dr Victoria Jardiolin-Villa (Natasha), Michael Tantoco-Huang (SSI Group), J. Carlitos Cruz (SGV and Company), Maria Christina Tecson (Ayala), Rosenni Basilio (Magsaysay Group of Companies), and Douglas Yballe (Accenture Philippines). Australia’s Foreign Minister, The Hon Julie Bishop MP, led the launch […]
Get 50% off at SHARP Philippines’ First Factory Outlet Sale on March 25-26
March 24, 2017

Get 50% off at SHARP Philippines’ First Factory Outlet Sale on March 25-26

Pay Cash ONLY and get 50% off on selected items in SHARP Philippines’ First Factory Outlet Sale on March 25-26, 2017 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Km. 23 West Service Road, South Super Hi-way, Alabang, Muntinlupa City.
REVIEW: Malasimbo Music and Arts Festival lights up Puerto Galera for the 7th year
March 24, 2017

REVIEW: Malasimbo Music and Arts Festival lights up Puerto Galera for the 7th year

It’s been two weeks since the Malasimbo Music and Arts Festival 2017 and we’re still pretty hyped over the whole thing.
What to expect at The Inflatable Island in the Philippines: Asia’s Biggest Floating Playground
March 24, 2017

What to expect at The Inflatable Island in the Philippines: Asia’s Biggest Floating Playground

Philippines is giving you one more reason to visit the country this summer—The Biggest Inflatable Water Park in Asia, The Inflatable Island, opens on April 1!
Guide to Biking Trails in Manila
May 10, 2022

Guide to Biking Trails in Manila

Are you a biking beginner or a pro cyclist? Time to take your bikes out and explore the best spots to pedal! Here’s a guide to Manila’s best biking trails and where to find them.
Providore Backyard in SM Aura provides a new kind of chill!
March 27, 2017

Providore Backyard in SM Aura provides a new kind of chill!

There’s a new hangout place in town! Check out Providore Backyard at SM Aura, BGC.
Girl Nation Tuesdays at Nectar Nightclub in Bonifacio Global City
March 23, 2017

Girl Nation Tuesdays at Nectar Nightclub in Bonifacio Global City

Girl Nation is the perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of the weekday.
Filipina Comedian Ai Ai Delas Alas wins at film festival in New York
May 11, 2022

Filipina Comedian Ai Ai Delas Alas wins at film festival in New York

On March 19, Sunday, renowned Filipina comedian, Ai Ai Delas Alas just won Best Female Actor at the 7th Queens World Film Festival.
PH is 72nd Happiest Country — World Happiness Report 2017
May 11, 2022

PH is 72nd Happiest Country — World Happiness Report 2017

The Philippines placed 72nd from the 155 countries ranked in the World Happiness Report for 2017. This was according to the data released by the Sustainable Development Solutions Network for the United Nations, released on March 20.
Henry Sy richest among 14 Filipinos on 2017 Forbes list
May 10, 2022

Henry Sy richest among 14 Filipinos on 2017 Forbes list

Retail and property mogul Henry Sy is still the richest man in the Philippines according to a list from Forbes.
DOH-MIMAROPA launches air ambulance available 24/7
March 22, 2017

DOH-MIMAROPA launches air ambulance available 24/7

The Department of Health – MIMAROPA (Oriental/Occidental Mindoro, Marinduque, Romblon and Palawan) today formally launched its air ambulance to provide transport of patients from the scene of emergency to the nearest healthcare facility.
PH-Russia to protect the rights, welfare of Filipinos and Russians in both countries
March 22, 2017

PH-Russia to protect the rights, welfare of Filipinos and Russians in both countries

Philippine Ambassador to the Russian Federation Carlos D. Sorreta had a meeting with Mr. Evgeny S. Ivanov, Director of the Consular Services Department of the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, on March 9, 2017 to discuss about an agreement that would contribute to the protection of the rights and welfare of Filipinos in Russia as well as Russians in the Philippines.
Boracay to El Nido, Palawan flights now available
May 11, 2022

Boracay to El Nido, Palawan flights now available

Island hoppers, good news: Boracay and El Nido are now connected by a single flight!
‘The Boss Baby’ comes to PH cinemas on April 15
March 22, 2017

‘The Boss Baby’ comes to PH cinemas on April 15

Featuring the voices of award-winning Alec Baldwin, Lisa Kudrow, Jimmy Kimmel, Steve Buscemi and Miles Bakshi, “The Boss Baby” is packed with memorable and relatable characters based on the best-selling book by Marla Frazee.
PH’s top fast food chain Jollibee welcomes popular teen stars as newest endorsers
May 11, 2022

PH’s top fast food chain Jollibee welcomes popular teen stars as newest endorsers

Who are these two members of the Jollibee family?
ADVISORY: Prices of petroleum to go down today
May 11, 2022

ADVISORY: Prices of petroleum to go down today

Prices of gasoline and other petroleum products are set to have a rollback today, as announced by various oil companies in the country.