BLOG
News in the Philippines

Stay in the loop with your go-to source of blogs in the Philippines! Know the latest happenings and trending news in Manila and across the country.

`Yes, we can. Yes, we did’: Obama bids farewell as POTUS; Filipinos react
January 11, 2017

`Yes, we can. Yes, we did’: Obama bids farewell as POTUS; Filipinos react

Thank-you's were given, achievements were cited, and a final call was made to all Americans as outgoing U.S. President Barack Obama gave his Farewell Address at McCormick Place in his hometown of Chicago, IL.
American TV network Nickelodeon to put up ‘world’s first undersea attraction’ in Palawan
January 11, 2017

American TV network Nickelodeon to put up ‘world’s first undersea attraction’ in Palawan

American media conglomerate Viacom International Media Networks (VIMN), owner of children’s TV network Nickelodeon, has announced its plan to put up an underwater resort and theme park in Coron, Palawan in the Philippines.
Pia Wurtzbach to appear on ‘Asia’s Next Top Model’ cycle 5
January 11, 2017

Pia Wurtzbach to appear on ‘Asia’s Next Top Model’ cycle 5

Miss Universe Pia Wurtzbach is set to appear on Asia's Next Top Model Cycle 5.
Globe to install 2M home broadband by 2020
January 11, 2017

Globe to install 2M home broadband by 2020

Globe Telecom, one of the major telecommunications service providers in the Philippines, targets to roll out 2 million home broadband by 2020.
A look at Asia’s Special Forces through the eyes of a Green Beret
January 10, 2017

A look at Asia’s Special Forces through the eyes of a Green Beret

U.S. Special Forces veteran Terry Shappert takes an inside look into Asia’s Special Forces from the Philippines, Malaysia, Thailand, Sri Lanka, and Taiwan and the grueling training they undergo.
Out Now! Primer Magazine January 2017 Issue
January 10, 2017

Out Now! Primer Magazine January 2017 Issue

Welcome to 2017! As we start this New Year, Philippine Primer is packed with new restaurants to feature, new places to visit and a whole new year of great ideas for all our readers. Cover Story: Basic Guide to Living in the Philippines  It is hard to live in a foreign place where everything seems too alien, especially if you are speaking in a different language. In this issue, Philippine Primer listed down a stress-free guide to settling down in Manila or anywhere in the Philippines. Street Feature:  Circuit Makati It’s no surprise why the young generation today prefer this new hip destination in Makati. Dub now as the “cool […]
Annual Reporting for all expats in the Philippines ends March 3
January 10, 2017

Annual Reporting for all expats in the Philippines ends March 3

The Bureau of Immigration (BI) reminds all expats that they only have until March 3 for their Annual Report (AR) for 2017.
Select SM Markets offers McDonalds Ketchup and Mayo in a bottle
January 10, 2017

Select SM Markets offers McDonalds Ketchup and Mayo in a bottle

Time to upsize your fries! SM Markets offers McDonalds Ketchup and Mayo in a bottle.
Most anticipated romantic musical “La La Land” premieres in PH cinemas on Jan. 11
January 09, 2017

Most anticipated romantic musical “La La Land” premieres in PH cinemas on Jan. 11

Step into the city where the biggest and brightest stars are made in this year’s most anticipated romantic musical “La La Land” starring Emma Stone and Ryan Gosling with John Legend in his first major screen role.
“Why Him” starring James Franco opens in PH cinemas on Feb. 1
January 09, 2017

“Why Him” starring James Franco opens in PH cinemas on Feb. 1

“Why Him?” opens in cinemas on February 1 from 20th Century Fox to be distributed by Warner Bros.
New year, new policies? Businesses look forward to ‘kinder’ foreign ownership rules
February 28, 2017

New year, new policies? Businesses look forward to ‘kinder’ foreign ownership rules

The start of a new year will always be welcomed by businessmen as it affords them a fresh start. One of the key deciders, though, has yet to be settled: when will the Philippines be kind towards foreign ownership?
Balducci Ristorante is under renovation
January 09, 2017

Balducci Ristorante is under renovation

Fans of the Italian place, Balducci Ristorante, in Serendra, Bonifacio Global City would have to watch out for a bigger and bitter restaurant as it went under renovation starting December 31 of last year.
President Duterte goes to Middle East for visit this February
January 09, 2017

President Duterte goes to Middle East for visit this February

Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte is set to visit the Middle East on February 2017, according to the Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI).
Traslacion Route 2017: Manila
January 09, 2017

Traslacion Route 2017: Manila

Here's the route the Black Nazarene's andas or carriage will take for this year's Traslacion.
No cellphone signals in Manila during Black Nazarene Feast
January 09, 2017

No cellphone signals in Manila during Black Nazarene Feast

For public security reasons, Smart Communications and other telecommunication companies released an advisory of shutting down network services during the Black Nazarene procession today, January 9. Public Advisory posted at Smart Communications Facebook page In an advisory to media, the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) said this was done upon the request of the Philippine National Police (PNP). According to the PNP, they are preparing for a possible retaliation from the terror group, since their ISIS leader, Jaafar Maguid was killed during an operation. Since it is through network signals that could detonate a homemade bomb, it is the best decision to implement shutting down the network signals. The Arm […]
83% of Filipinos give major approval, trust to Pres. Duterte
January 09, 2017

83% of Filipinos give major approval, trust to Pres. Duterte

President Rodrigo R. Duterte earns 83% of Filipinos’ approval and trust amidst various controversies involving him and his administration.
2 Russian vessels dock in Manila
January 09, 2017

2 Russian vessels dock in Manila

Two Russian Navy ships have docked at the Manila South Harbor for a goodwill visit to President Duterte and a possible weapon deal, last January 6, 2017.
Cherie Gil headlines REP’s 2017 season opener ‘Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike’
January 06, 2017

Cherie Gil headlines REP’s 2017 season opener ‘Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike’

Highly-acclaimed stage and television actress Cherie Gil leads the cast of Repertory Philippines for its first offering this 2017: "Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike."
4th World Apostolic Conference on Mercy to be held in the Philippines
January 04, 2017

4th World Apostolic Conference on Mercy to be held in the Philippines

Philippines will be the host for the 4th World Apostolic Conference on Mercy from January 16 to 20, 2017.
Quezon City: What it’s known for
February 28, 2017

Quezon City: What it’s known for

Here are a few things the city fondly called QC is known for.