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President Duterte is ‘Most Googled Person in the Philippines’ this 2016
December 23, 2016

President Duterte is ‘Most Googled Person in the Philippines’ this 2016

President Rodrigo Duterte is the ‘Most Googled Person’ in the Philippines for 2016, according to the list released by American newsweekly magazine TIME magazine.
List of Charities where you can donate this Christmas
December 22, 2016

List of Charities where you can donate this Christmas

Christmas indeed, is the season of love and giving. So this holiday season, why not make Christmas merrier and more meaningful by sharing the love and helping others in need? Here’s a list of some charity organizations in the Philippines by TV5 Interaksyon where you can spread joy and love by sharing, volunteering and donating. Image grabbed from worldvision.org.ph 1. Museo Pambata Toy Drive Donate your new, old, and usable toys at the country’s premier children’s museum. These will be given to the little ones during the museum’s annual gift-giving activity on December 16. Anyone can drop off toys at the museum lobby. What: Donation drive When: Ongoing until December […]
Smart, Nokia collaborate to make PH 5G-ready by 2020
December 22, 2016

Smart, Nokia collaborate to make PH 5G-ready by 2020

SMART Communications Inc. and Nokia collaborate for joint research and development to bring 5G-ready capabilities in the Philippines by 2020.
Mitsuyado Sei-Men reveals new Japanese dishes in its menu
December 23, 2016

Mitsuyado Sei-Men reveals new Japanese dishes in its menu

Japanese restaurant Mitsuyado Sei-Men, known as the “House of Tsukemen,” introduces a new set of dishes in its menu to give their customers in the Philippines more varieties of Japanese cuisine to eat and enjoy.
PH to experience a rainy Christmas
December 22, 2016

PH to experience a rainy Christmas

The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) announced on Wednesday that Filipinos might have a rainy Christmas day as the low pressure area that formed on Thursday might turn into a tropical depression over the weekend.
ADVISORY: Route and Road Closures for MMFF Parade of Stars
December 22, 2016

ADVISORY: Route and Road Closures for MMFF Parade of Stars

This year's Parade of Star's, happening on December 23, will be using a different route; instead of following the Roxas Boulevard route, the parade will be starting at the Manila City Hall and ending at Plaza Miranda in Quiapo.
Unlimited Christmas Party at Kenshin Japanese Izakaya Restaurant!
December 22, 2016

Unlimited Christmas Party at Kenshin Japanese Izakaya Restaurant!

Still searching for the perfect venue for your Christmas or year-end party this year? Kenshin is offering an all-you-can-eat and drink for only P880 per head for 2 hours.
ADVISORY: Expect heavier traffic as MMDA lifts number-coding for Dec. 23
December 22, 2016

ADVISORY: Expect heavier traffic as MMDA lifts number-coding for Dec. 23

Expect a higher volume of traffic tomorrow, December 23, as MMDA’s Unified Vehicular Volume Reduction Program (UVVRP), commonly referred to as the number coding scheme, will be lifted to make way for Filipinos making their way to the provinces for Christmas.
Teresita Sy-Coson of SM Group receives ‘Management Man of the Year 2016’ award
December 22, 2016

Teresita Sy-Coson of SM Group receives ‘Management Man of the Year 2016’ award

The Management Association of the Philippines (M.A.P.) awarded Teresita Sy-Coson of SM Group of Companies as the “Management Man of the Year” this 2016.
PH ranks 3rd among microfinance leaders
December 22, 2016

PH ranks 3rd among microfinance leaders

The Philippines ranked third among 55 countries in terms of opportunities for financial inclusion.
Starbucks Christmas-themed tumblers are on 20% off until Dec. 25!
December 21, 2016

Starbucks Christmas-themed tumblers are on 20% off until Dec. 25!

Looking for the perfect gift this Christmas? Enjoy 20% off on all Starbucks Christmas-themed merchandise (except for the Swarovski Mug and Philippine Local Dot Collection Mug) from December 19 to 31, 2016.
Gong Xi Fa Cai at Jasmine
December 21, 2016

Gong Xi Fa Cai at Jasmine

Welcome the Year of the Red Fire Rooster with blazing fortune and feasts at Jasmine in New World Makati Hotel.
PH banks are stable for 2017 — Fitch
December 20, 2016

PH banks are stable for 2017 — Fitch

Fitch Ratings, a credit rating agency, said that the outlook on most Philippine banks for 2017 is stable and will not be upgraded over the next few years since they have already undergone upgrades this year.
Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank to co-fund 2 Philippine Infrastructure Projects
December 20, 2016

Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank to co-fund 2 Philippine Infrastructure Projects

According to the Department of Finance, the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank will co-finance its first two projects, which is the EDSA Bus Rapid Transit System and the Metro Manila Flood Management Project. Daily EDSA traffic. Image from Rappler The Department of Finance earlier said that both projects are most prepared in terms of government approvals and feasibility studies. “We are all very eager to finalize the infrastructure projects in your country … This time, we are very happy we can really talk about something to do in your country,” says AIIB President Jin Liqun. He has expressed enthusiasm in finalizing Philippine infrastructure projects for financing by this China-led multilateral lender after […]
NAIA Expressway Christmas Lane now open to motorists
December 21, 2016

NAIA Expressway Christmas Lane now open to motorists

A segment of the Ninoy Aquino International Airport Expressway (NAIAX) that connects Entertainment City in Parañaque and Diosdado Macapagal Boulevard in Pasay City to NAIA Terminal 3 and Skyway is now operational.
DOST: Longest night of the year to happen on Dec. 22
December 20, 2016

DOST: Longest night of the year to happen on Dec. 22

The country will have its longest night of the year this Thursday, December 22 as the Sun reaches its winter solstice according to Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical & Astronomical Services Association (PAGASA).
SM City Tianjin now open in China
December 21, 2016

SM City Tianjin now open in China

Mall giant SM Prime Holdings has recently opened its 7th mall in China called SM City Tianjin.
PETA Campaign Urges People NOT to Buy Animals as Christmas Presents
December 21, 2016

PETA Campaign Urges People NOT to Buy Animals as Christmas Presents

Animal Rights Group Warns That Dogs and Cats Are a Lifelong Commitment and Should Never Be Given as Surprise Gifts
New Chief Executive appointed to Tourism New Zealand
December 20, 2016

New Chief Executive appointed to Tourism New Zealand

Tourism New Zealand Chair Kerry Prendergast says she is delighted to announce the appointment of Stephen England-Hall to the position of Chief Executive at Tourism New Zealand.
LTO releases 700k driver’s license cards
December 20, 2016

LTO releases 700k driver’s license cards

Metro Manila drivers finally have something to be happy about, as the Land Transportation Office (LTO) started releasing 700,000 plastic license cards on Monday, December 18 in 36 licensing offices across Metro Manila.