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November 05, 2021

Take a virtual trip to Japan with Japan Fiesta 2021 this Christmas season!

Come join us at the Japan Fiesta 2021 Christmas Edition to explore the endless possibilities Japan has in store for tourists like you!

November 04, 2021

October Inflation Rose to 5%

The inflation rate rose to 5 percent in October 2021, mainly due to further crude oil price hikes in the international market.

November 03, 2021

Rent Your Very Own Disinfection Spray at JP Marzan Now!

You may now rent one of JP Marzan's trusty spraying devices at an affordable price!

April 02, 2024

Savor the Flavors of Japan once more as Yakumi at Solaire Reopens its Sunday Brunch Buffet

Yakumi's Sunday brunch buffet is so worth it!

April 02, 2024

LIST: Sweets and Liquor Shops in Metro Manila Worth Visiting this Holiday Season

The Philippine Primer features sweets and liquor shops in Metro Manila this November issue.

October 29, 2021

Get Ready for a Spooktacular Weekend in Bonifacio High Street with Spook Street!

Bonifacio High Street presents Spook Street, a drive-by halloween experience that’s open for kids and kids at heart, from Oct 30-31.

October 29, 2021

Here’s Everything Coming to Netflix in November 2021

We've listed down everything coming to Netflix in November 2021.

October 28, 2021

NATIONWIDE ROLLOUT: Children aged 12 to 17 to get Vax on November 3

The Department of Health announced the next phase for COVID-19 vaccination for minors that is set on Nov. 3 nationwide.

October 26, 2021

Airbnb encourages Pinoys to #TravelAsJuan, as travel searches surge for destinations near Metro Manila

More Filipinos are searching for getaways lasting a week or longer, at family-friendly villas and bed and breakfasts.

April 02, 2024

WELCOME BACK: Okada Manila Invites Everyone to their Restaurants

Once again you can experience fine dining in Okada Manila Restaurants.

November 24, 2021

Meet the Frontrunners in the May 2022 Presidential Election

One of them might win in the upcoming May 2022 election.

October 22, 2021

LOOK: Ayala Land and Make It Makati Unveil Vibrant Ceiling Mural at The Legazpi Underpass 

Ayala Land and Make It Makati unveiled a ceiling art by artists Janica Rina and Jerson Samson along the Legazpi Underpass .

October 21, 2021

Philippine Motorcycle Tourism revs up for Safe Local Travel this Nov

The TPB will kickstart the Philippine Motorcycle Tourism PMT Program this November to promote Philippine tourism destinations while helping local tour operators and local businesses to bounce back from the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.

April 04, 2024

Newly Renovated Greenbelt 3 Reopens; Biggest Louis Vuitton Store in PH Unveiled

The year-end season brims with excitement as Greenbelt 3 reopens with several major flagship stores and first-in-the-Philippines retail concepts along its newly renovated wing. Having been under construction for most of the quarantine period, the premium mall now proceeds to unveil a new lifestyle experience that brings forth the world’s most trusted brands in the heart of Metro Manila. Opening its boutiques in Greenbelt 3 before the end of 2021 are Louis Vuitton, Fendi, Dior, Off White, Univers, and Thom Browne, Bvlgari, Kenzo, Max Mara, RIMOWA, Patek Philippe, and L’Officine Universelle Buly. Meanwhile, 2022 will welcome the launch of Celine, Salvatore Ferragamo, Tod’s, Ermenegildo Zegna, Roger Vivier, Loewe, Jimmy Choo, […]

October 20, 2021

PAGASA: Fair Weather with Scattered Rains Prevails Across PH This Wednesday

Fair weather with isolated rains will continue to prevail across the Philippines today Oct 20.

October 20, 2021

DOT, IATF-EID Allow Staycations in NCR

The Department of Tourism and the Inter-Agency Task Force for the Management of Emerging Infectious Diseases have allowed staycations in NCR under the Alert Level 3 status from October 16 to 31, 2021.   

October 19, 2021

AFPSLAI to Digitize 6M Documents to Better Serve its Members, Chooses Canon

AFPSLAI has awarded the membership records digitization project that includes the scanning services for 6 million documents and Document Management System to Canon Marketing (Philippines), Inc.

October 16, 2021

Filipino Celebrity and Personality Deaths 2021: Know Who We Have Lost This Year

Here are some of the most prominent celebrities and public figures we've lost in 2021.

October 15, 2021

MOVIE NIGHT: IAFT Allows Cinemas, Theme Parks To Open Under Alert Level 3 from Oct 16-31

The Inter-Agency Task Force for the Management of Infectious Diseases announced that cinemas and theme parks to open under Alert Level 3 from Oct 16-31.

April 02, 2024

Celebrate with the Finest Wine at Sofitel Philippine Plaza Manila this October

The Sofitel Philippine Plaza Manila invites everyone this October for an exquisite wine experience.