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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!
TIEZA’s new tourism model promises competitive, inclusive growth through tourism
February 23, 2017

TIEZA’s new tourism model promises competitive, inclusive growth through tourism

There has never been a better time to invest in Philippine tourism than today, thanks to TEZs, TIEZA's new model for tourism. But what exactly is a TEZ?
Filipino Designer wins Britain’s Top Designer 2017
February 23, 2017

Filipino Designer wins Britain’s Top Designer 2017

Filipino designer John Herrera was named Britain’s Top Designer 2017 in London, England; besting five other London-based designers.
A father’s journey to forgiveness in ‘The Shack’
February 20, 2017

A father’s journey to forgiveness in ‘The Shack’

Sam Worthington, known for his global hit epic adventure movies such as Avatar and Clash of The Titans leads the audience in his latest exciting inspirational journey in The Shack. The movie is based on the phenomenally successful novel “The Shack” by author William P. Young and is a profoundly inspirational story about the resiliency of the human spirit amongst unimaginable loss, as a grieving father faces the hardest decision of his life — to forgive the unforgivable.
New World Makati Hotel features sustainable seafood at Cafe 1228
February 23, 2017

New World Makati Hotel features sustainable seafood at Cafe 1228

Guests are invited to dine at Café 1228 and indulge in seafood dishes made with the freshest ingredients.
Gallery Vask in BGC is one of Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants for 2017
February 22, 2017

Gallery Vask in BGC is one of Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants for 2017

The Gallery VASK, an “intimate gallery dining room space” located in Bonifacio Global City once again nailed the 35th slot in Asia’s Best Restaurants list for 2017.
Ordinary teens rise as superheroes in ‘Power Rangers’ movie
February 20, 2017

Ordinary teens rise as superheroes in ‘Power Rangers’ movie

Meet the latest teen superheroes as they embark in their high-octane journey on screen in the all-new Power Rangers movie.
Alibaba owner, Jack Ma invests in PH
May 19, 2022

Alibaba owner, Jack Ma invests in PH

Alibaba founder and chairman Jack Ma is making a strategic investment to get a 45 percent stake in Globe Fintech Innovations Inc., a unit of Globe Telecom Inc., to help accelerate financial inclusions in the Philippines
LA high schools might have Filipino classes by fall of 2017
February 21, 2017

LA high schools might have Filipino classes by fall of 2017

The Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD), the United State’s second largest school district, is considering adding Filipino and Tagalog language programs thanks to an ethnic studies mandate and a state law that expands language classes in California.
The Philippines is one of the world’s most welcoming countries
May 17, 2022

The Philippines is one of the world’s most welcoming countries

Filipinos, regardless of age, ethnicity, or social status are always ready to give tourists and other people a warm welcome the moment they take a step in their land.
Australia commits to boost PH Agriculture and Fisheries Research for Development
February 21, 2017

Australia commits to boost PH Agriculture and Fisheries Research for Development

The Australian Centre for International Agricultural Research (ACIAR) held its Country Partnership discussion at Makati Diamond Residences on February 13 2017.
Converse and Vince Staples explore La Culture
February 20, 2017

Converse and Vince Staples explore La Culture

Latest installment in celebration of the Forever Chuck Scenes showcases Chuck Taylor’s influence on LA Culture with Long Beach, CA recording artist and style icon
PH moves up 12 notches higher in 2017 Index of Economic Freedom
February 21, 2017

PH moves up 12 notches higher in 2017 Index of Economic Freedom

Philippines goes 12 notch higher, now on 58th spot, than its previous ranking on number 70 in the 2017 Index of Economic Freedom (IEF).
Tackling realities of peer pressure in ‘Before I Fall’
February 20, 2017

Tackling realities of peer pressure in ‘Before I Fall’

A story of self-discovery for the young ones, especially high school students going through peer pressure and acceptance, “Before I Fall” is a film based on the popular young adult novel of the same title by Lauren Oliver.