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Premium single-malt Scotch within ‘reach’: The Dalmore
January 19, 2024

Premium single-malt Scotch within ‘reach’: The Dalmore

No need to scour the interwebs for your taste of The Dalmore. Head on over to Uptown Parade in Taguig to visit their flagship store.
With Confidence Release Music Video for ‘Long Night’
February 27, 2017

With Confidence Release Music Video for ‘Long Night’

Australian natives, With Confidence, have released a brand new music video for their song “Long Night” today!
DOST research on nanotherapeutics bags awards in Japan
February 28, 2017

DOST research on nanotherapeutics bags awards in Japan

Senior science research specialist Chitho Feliciano bagged the De Silva Prize for Best Oral Presentation in Tsukuba Global Science Week in Tsukuba, Japan.
Philippines, Cambodia boost cooperation on rice research, production
May 19, 2022

Philippines, Cambodia boost cooperation on rice research, production

Philippines and Cambodia cooperate for rice research and production development by learning new "rice growing technologies."
Filipina teacher receives highest honorary award for expat in China
February 28, 2017

Filipina teacher receives highest honorary award for expat in China

Filipina teacher Lilian Albarico received the highest honorary award for foreign expatriates called “Tengwengge Friendship Award” in Nanchang City, Jiangxi Province, People’s Republic of China.
UCC Creamy Caffe Latte: Authentic Coffee Experience in a Bottle
February 27, 2017

UCC Creamy Caffe Latte: Authentic Coffee Experience in a Bottle

Coffee lovers on the go never have to settle with a canned cup of Joe made from instant coffee to fuel up their day.
Malolos-Tutuban railway project to start in 2019
February 27, 2017

Malolos-Tutuban railway project to start in 2019

With the feasibility study done, it’s only a matter of time before Malolos, Bulacan and Manila are linked via a railway that will cut down travel time between both cities by more than half.
PAL expands domestic coverage with 5 new routes
February 27, 2017

PAL expands domestic coverage with 5 new routes

Flag carrier Philippine Airlines (PAL) re-asserted itself as the country’s premier airline with the addition of five new domestic routes from the Mactan-Cebu International Airport within the first quarter of 2017.
Pay toll at NLEX via PayMaya cards
February 27, 2017

Pay toll at NLEX via PayMaya cards

Commuters can now use contactless card payments to pay toll fees at the North Luzon Expressway (NLEX) through PayMaya cards.
KTM AG partners with Ayala to make PH its Southeast Asian hub
January 25, 2017

KTM AG partners with Ayala to make PH its Southeast Asian hub

The Philippines will be the Southeast Asian hub for a motorcycle venture led by Ayala Corp. and Austria-based KTM AG. Motorcycle production is set to begin this month, after it secures incentives from the government.
US Ambassador lauds PH efforts for kids with DS
February 24, 2017

US Ambassador lauds PH efforts for kids with DS

We could see US Ambassador Sung Kim come back early next year, but it might not be for international relations.
PDI front page photo wins award from SND
May 19, 2022

PDI front page photo wins award from SND

One of 2016’s most talked about photos just bagged an award from the Society for News Design (SND)’s annual Best of News Design Creative Competition.
Business is GREAT in 2017
February 25, 2017

Business is GREAT in 2017

The British Embassy in Manila opens the fourth annual GREAT British Festival in the Philippines today, 24 February 2017. The biggest foreign street street festival in the Philippines will run until Sunday, February 26. Global Britain, through the Embassy and its partners in business and the British community is going to bring the food, fun, and excitement to fans in the Philippines. British Ambassador Asif Ahmad “Filipinos already know our famous landmarks. We want to share more of our secret to success – culture, people, and continuing openness to the world. Most Filipinos already know about the culinary delights of places like Borough Market and the fashion from our great […]
Filipino skater claims the 14th spot in ISU Four Continents Championships 2017
May 19, 2022

Filipino skater claims the 14th spot in ISU Four Continents Championships 2017

Filipino skater Michael Christian Martinez ranked 14th in the ISU Four Continents Championships on February 14-19, 2017 held at Gangneung Ice Arena in Korea.
Jollibee opens second branch in Abu Dhabi
May 19, 2022

Jollibee opens second branch in Abu Dhabi

Jollibee—the largest fast food chain in the Philippines, has opened its doors to its second branch in Al Farah street in Abu Dabi last February 8.
The Sweetest Spring Treats at Kitsho
February 24, 2017

The Sweetest Spring Treats at Kitsho

Enjoy the sweetest spring treats at Kitsho!
The Dalmore to open its flagship store in BGC
May 19, 2022

The Dalmore to open its flagship store in BGC

The Dalmore, a brand famous for luxurious single malt whiskey, is set to open its first flagship store in the Philippines today, February 24. Located at Uptown Bonifacio in Taguig City, the store will house some of the finest and the rarest of the whiskeys produced by the brand.
Food company in PH partners with HK firm to promote ‘plant-based’ beverage products
February 24, 2017

Food company in PH partners with HK firm to promote ‘plant-based’ beverage products

Universal Robina Corporation (URC), one of the largest branded consumer food and beverage companies in the Philippines established a joint venture with the leading manufacturer and distributor of plant-based food and beverages headquartered in Hong Kong—Vitasoy Group.
Enjoy Saga-gyu at New World Manila Bay in May 2017
February 28, 2017

Enjoy Saga-gyu at New World Manila Bay in May 2017

Among the many prefectures in Japan that raise cattle for their beef, one stands out for its quality and constant supply: Saga prefecture.
PAL’s newest inflight safety video brings tourists around the Philippines
February 22, 2017

PAL’s newest inflight safety video brings tourists around the Philippines

If you’ve always been one who gets bored and dozes off during the part where flight attendants demonstrate the safety procedures while aboard the plane, then PAL’s newest video might just be one of the things that would make you tune in!