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Celebrating Philippine craftsmanship: Johnnie Walker releases Limited Edition Blue Label bottles
January 06, 2017

Celebrating Philippine craftsmanship: Johnnie Walker releases Limited Edition Blue Label bottles

Johnnie Walker introduces the Johnnie Walker Blue Label Philippine Crafts: Our Cities limited edition bottles to celebrate the ambition of every Filipino.
Filipina cited as ‘Global Visionary’ by Swiss giant bank UBS
January 05, 2017

Filipina cited as ‘Global Visionary’ by Swiss giant bank UBS

Swiss financial institution UBS recently released their inaugural list of Global Visionaries, and a Filipina was listed as one of them.
Carmudi PH, Turbo Zone ‘Road Safety Caravan’ rolls into STI-BGC
January 06, 2017

Carmudi PH, Turbo Zone ‘Road Safety Caravan’ rolls into STI-BGC

Today's conducive climate for car buyers lets college students afford a car (with a little help from their parents). But beyond knowing how to make a car move forward, backward, left, and right, are these young motorists equipped with the necessary know-how to safely drive a car?
Philippine short film “Pagnanakaw” wins in Singtel contest
January 06, 2017

Philippine short film “Pagnanakaw” wins in Singtel contest

Of all the almost 600 submitted entries, The Philippines’ “Pagnanakaw,” bagged the second place in the first Singtel 5-minute video challenge. From the left: Mr Alberto de Larrazabal, Globe CCO, Mr Simon Israel, Chairman of Singtel Group, Miguel Sotto, Jaz Reyes, Ms Chua Sock Koong, Singtel Group CEO. Image grabbed from singtel With the theme “Connecting lives,” Miguel Soto and Jazmin Reyes bested other 11 entries from Australia, Singapore, Thailand, Tanzania and Indonesia with their 5-minute short film “Pagnanakaw.” According to Cinematographer and co-director Miguel Sotto, it took them a day to shoot the entire five-minute short, and spent about P1,000. They took home US$15,000 for winning second place. “Pagnanakaw” is […]
Procession route of Replicas of the Black Nazarene tomorrow, January 7
January 06, 2017

Procession route of Replicas of the Black Nazarene tomorrow, January 7

The City of Manila and the Minor Basilica of the Black Nazarene has released the processional routes of Replicas of the Black Nazarene tomorrow, January 7
DOT to boost PH tourism in 2017
January 05, 2017

DOT to boost PH tourism in 2017

The Department of Tourism (DOT) aims to increase the tourists in the country from 3 million to 6 million in the Davao region. Image taken by Edgar Allan Zeta-Yap from Vigattin Tourism. Although the 3-million-increase may seem a bit ambitious, DOT Secretary Wanda Teo said that they would try their best to market various destinations in the country, especially since there are also several events lined up this year. Two of the international events hosted by the Philippines are the Miss Universe Pageant and the ASEAN 50. Teo also said that they will work hard to also boost the tourism in Davao and in Mindanao by promoting it in various […]
#WalangPasok: Manila declares January 9 a special holiday
January 04, 2017

#WalangPasok: Manila declares January 9 a special holiday

The City of Manila declared January 9, 2017 a special holiday to make way for the Feast of the Black Nazarene.
CCP brings back ‘Noli Me Tangere, The Opera’ to Manila
January 09, 2017

CCP brings back ‘Noli Me Tangere, The Opera’ to Manila

Discover how a novel awakened the Filipino spirit to fight for the freedom of Philippines by watching Noli Me Tangere, The Opera this 2017!
Forbes lists Palawan as one of the ‘Best Budget Travel Destinations for 2017’
January 05, 2017

Forbes lists Palawan as one of the ‘Best Budget Travel Destinations for 2017’

In an article posted by international magazine Forbes, Palawan is cited as one of the 21 Best Budget Travel Destinations for 2017.
Chinese New Year Traditions in the Philippines
January 28, 2022

Chinese New Year Traditions in the Philippines

Aside from those with Chinese blood, most Filipinos also take part in the celebration with the belief that doing so will give them good luck, fortune, and a better year ahead of them.
Sneak Peek: A preview of the National Museum of Natural History opening this 2017
January 05, 2017

Sneak Peek: A preview of the National Museum of Natural History opening this 2017

One new destination to watch out for this 2017—Philippines’ own Museum of National History.
PETA celebrates 50th anniversary with line up of events this 2017
January 04, 2017

PETA celebrates 50th anniversary with line up of events this 2017

The Philippine Educational Theater Association (PETA), this year, will celebrate its golden anniversary of providing original Filipino productions and educational theater programs for 50 years since 1967.
Works of Igorot Artist to be visited by Miss Universe candidates
January 04, 2017

Works of Igorot Artist to be visited by Miss Universe candidates

Renowned Solar Artist, Jordan Mang-Osan currently display his works in an exhibit at Tam-awan Village in Baguio, and will be visited by 33 Miss Universe candidates on January 18.
Reward yourself with these JCB Deals from January 1 to March 31, 2017!
January 05, 2017

Reward yourself with these JCB Deals from January 1 to March 31, 2017!

Avail these no-minimum-spend-required discounts, when you use your JCB Card from January 1 to March 31, 2017!
Golden Globe Awards’ Frontrunner “La La Land” opens in Philippine cinemas Jan. 11
January 04, 2017

Golden Globe Awards’ Frontrunner “La La Land” opens in Philippine cinemas Jan. 11

The highly-anticipated romantic musical and Golden Globe Awards frontrunner “La La Land” starring Emma Stone and Ryan Gosling brings the audience to Hollywood on an exuberant song-and-dance journey through a life-changing love affair between a jazz pianist and a hopeful actress.
LIST: Orphan Care Centers in Metro Manila
February 20, 2018

LIST: Orphan Care Centers in Metro Manila

Here’s a list of orphan care centers, youth treatment, children’s and group homes, night shelters, charitable institutions and foundations where you can donate, volunteer, and give joy and support to the impoverished and abandoned children in the Philippines. IMAGE BahayTuluyanPhilippines 1. Home for the Angels Child Caring Foundation, Inc. Home for The Angels Child Caring Foundation Inc. provides a positive home environment for caring and nurturing of abandoned, neglected, and abused children. Address: 2306 Coral corner Augusto Francisco Streets, San Andres Bukid, Metro Manila Phone: 02-562-8089; 2-536-3779; 02-526-8818; 02-523-7939 Email: hfangels@gmail.com 2. Alay Pagasa Christian Foundation Alay Pag-asa maintains its commitment to the holistic care and development of children through […]
Starbucks Philippines introduces two new delectable drinks
January 04, 2017

Starbucks Philippines introduces two new delectable drinks

Starbucks has recently announced 2 new delectable drinks which are part of their Espresso Confections, bringing to coffee-lovers something that would not only give them the energy they need for the day, but also the sweetness that they crave for.
BDO retains #1 spot as the largest bank in the Philippines
January 04, 2017

BDO retains #1 spot as the largest bank in the Philippines

Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) has released the latest data that shows the ranking as to Total Assets for Universal and Commercial Bank Group, and BDO Unibank Inc. topped the list.
Chinese magazine names Duterte ‘Person of the Year’
January 04, 2017

Chinese magazine names Duterte ‘Person of the Year’

Yazhou Zhoukan, a Chinese language international affairs magazine, has named President Rodrigo Duterte as their “Person of the Year.”
Meteor shower to be most visible in PH skies tonight
January 04, 2017

Meteor shower to be most visible in PH skies tonight

The annual Quadrantids meteor shower is expected to peak and to be seen on January 4, 2017. It is said to be more visible this year as there will only be dim light from the waning moon.