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List: Filipino films that made it internationally this 2016
December 29, 2016

List: Filipino films that made it internationally this 2016

2016 has been a monumental year for the Philippine film industry, not only because of the “relvolution” to recognize both the commercially and independently-made films, but also because of the numerous recognitions that Filipino filmmakers received from various festivals inside and outside the country. International award-giving bodies have started to discover the talents of the Filipinos – newbies and veterans alike – in sharing their stories and showing the culture of the Filipinos to the rest of the world through moving pictures. Philippine Primer gives you a recap of the Filipino films which made it internationally this 2016: Brillante Mendoza’s Ma’ Rosa Starring: Jaclyn Jose, Julio Diaz, Baron Geisler, Mercedes […]
Uber, Grab agree to a price cap after LTFRB warning
December 29, 2016

Uber, Grab agree to a price cap after LTFRB warning

In response to a 48-hour ultimatum issued by the LTFRB, ride-sharing services Uber and Grab complied with a government directive to address complaints over “price surges” this holiday season.
Top Ten Animal Parks in the Philippines
July 20, 2017

Top Ten Animal Parks in the Philippines

Are you a self-confessed animal lover? Here’s a list of the best animal parks in the Philippines that you will definitely enjoy to visit!
Ayala set to acquire assets from energy giant Chevron in PH, Indonesia
December 28, 2016

Ayala set to acquire assets from energy giant Chevron in PH, Indonesia

Ayala corporation has announced that they are set to acquire significant stakes in the geothermal assets from Chevron
Star Cruises announces SuperStar Virgo’s first homeport deployment in Manila
December 28, 2016

Star Cruises announces SuperStar Virgo’s first homeport deployment in Manila

The cruise, which will last for 6 days and 5 nights, will be travelling from Manila to Laoag (Ilocos Norte’s capital city), Kaosiung (a center of Chinese culture and cuisine in Taiwan), and Hong Kong (a metropolis famous for dining, shopping, and entertainment) from March 19 to May 28, 2017.
6 Israeli Travel Agencies visit Bohol, Cebu, and Manila to promote PH tourism
December 28, 2016

6 Israeli Travel Agencies visit Bohol, Cebu, and Manila to promote PH tourism

Six major travel agencies from Israel traveled to Bohol, Cebu, and Manila to visit popular tourist destinations in the Philippines.
12 New Year Traditions and Superstitions in the Philippines
December 31, 2021

12 New Year Traditions and Superstitions in the Philippines

Philippine Primer gives you a rundown of the most common superstitions and traditions observed by Filipinos every New Year's Eve.
Akamai: PH mobile internet speed ‘fastest’ in APAC for Q3 of 2016
December 28, 2016

Akamai: PH mobile internet speed ‘fastest’ in APAC for Q3 of 2016

The Philippines just hit another first as the country’s mobile internet speed was shown to be the “fastest” in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region according to content delivery network (CDN) service provider Akamai.
First contributors under PERA Law accepts by BDO
December 28, 2016

First contributors under PERA Law accepts by BDO

BDO has recently announced that it had accepted the first batch of PERA contributors.
President Duterte is “Asia’s Big Winner” – CNN
December 28, 2016

President Duterte is “Asia’s Big Winner” – CNN

In an opinion story produced by international news network CNN, Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte was hailed as “Asia’s big winner” as he tops the CNN “The Winners and Losers in Asia 2016” list by winning PH presidency last May 2016.
List: Hollywood movie releases in the Philippines this 2017
February 28, 2017

List: Hollywood movie releases in the Philippines this 2017

The year that was 2016 had its fare share of trailers for titles that people have been itching to see on the big screen. Here’s a list of movies from Hollywood that should already be in your 2017 planner.
‘Sleepless’ starring Jamie Foxx to open in Philippine theaters this Jan. 18, 2017
December 28, 2016

‘Sleepless’ starring Jamie Foxx to open in Philippine theaters this Jan. 18, 2017

Sleepless will open in Philippine theaters on January 18, 2017, and is exclusively distributed by Octoarts Films International.
Typhoon Nina exits Philippine Area of Responsibility Tuesday night
December 27, 2016

Typhoon Nina exits Philippine Area of Responsibility Tuesday night

Typhoon Nina will exit the Philippine area of responsibility tonight, PAGASA predicted.
UP makes it to Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2016-2017 list
December 27, 2016

UP makes it to Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2016-2017 list

Placing on the 801+ spot, University of the Philippines (UP) is the lone university from the Philippines to be included in Times’ Higher Education World University Rankings 2016-2017 list.
Smart to offer free calls and charging stations to Typhoon Nina victims
December 27, 2016

Smart to offer free calls and charging stations to Typhoon Nina victims

Smart Communications announced on Monday, December 26, that they will be offering free calls and set up charging stations in areas that were affected by Typhoon Nina.
Oil prices hiked anew before the end of 2016
December 27, 2016

Oil prices hiked anew before the end of 2016

Rising prices in the international market lead to the increase for petrol, with gasoline going up for the sixth straight week while diesel is on its fifth. Kerosene prices, however, stayed put due to the effects of Typhoon Nina.
Millennials help kids in Payatas through feeding program
December 27, 2016

Millennials help kids in Payatas through feeding program

What started out with a feeding center for 25 kids from the most impoverished families in the area has expanded to include a daily feeding program and several activities that facilitate the development of the children’s cognitive skills, academic learning, sports skills and social skills.
British pop-icon George Michael dies at 53
December 27, 2016

British pop-icon George Michael dies at 53

The world now mourns with the death of British pop-icon George Michael on December 25, 2016 at his home in Oxfordshire in England.
MMFF to offer 30% discount to students, PWDs, and senior citizens
December 27, 2016

MMFF to offer 30% discount to students, PWDs, and senior citizens

This discount is applicable to those who will be watching Oro, Sunday Beauty Queens, Kabisera, and Saving Sally.
Toll-free at NAIA Expressway Phase 2-B until Jan. 10, 2017
December 28, 2016

Toll-free at NAIA Expressway Phase 2-B until Jan. 10, 2017

The newly completed NAIA Expressway’s Phase 2-B, link from NAIA Road to NAIA Terminal 3, Villamor and the Skyway System, will be toll-free for a month.