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Philippine Retirement Authority (PRA) appoints New General Manager/CEO
January 10, 2017

Philippine Retirement Authority (PRA) appoints New General Manager/CEO

Makati City – Attorney Bienvenido K. Chy joined the Philippine Retirement Authority (PRA) as General Manager/CEO effective November 4, 2016. Prior to assuming his new post, Atty. Chy was the Chief of Law and Investigation Division of the Bureau of Immigration. He is a graduate of San Beda College of Law Class ’72.  General Manager/CEO Bienvenido Chy giving his welcome speech at the PRA Yuletide Celebration last December 16 As the General Manager of PRA, Atty. Bienvenido’s plans and programs will be in line with the Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte’s directives. GM Chy aims to streamline the processing time of special resident retiree’s visa (SRRV) applications as well the reduction of […]
MMDA gets DILG support vs illegal parking, seeks to privatize towing ops
December 19, 2016

MMDA gets DILG support vs illegal parking, seeks to privatize towing ops

The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) may be closing in on solving Metro Manila’s illegal parking woes with the support of the Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG), as well as privatizing their towing operations in January 2017.
BSP to release banknotes signed by PRRD
December 19, 2016

BSP to release banknotes signed by PRRD

Welcome Christmas with “changed bills” as the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) is set to release banknote bearing the signatures of President Rodrigo Roa Duterte and BSP Governor Amando M. Tetangco, Jr. this week.
Miss Puerto Rico is Miss World 2016!
December 19, 2016

Miss Puerto Rico is Miss World 2016!

Puerto Rico’s Stephanie del Valle is crowned Miss World 2016 in the coronation night held on Sunday, December 18. Filipino pride Catriona Gray was also among the top 5 candidates, winning one of the pre-pageant awards in Multimedia.
San Miguel Corporation to build drug rehab centers in Bataan
December 14, 2016

San Miguel Corporation to build drug rehab centers in Bataan

Southeast Asia’s largest publicly listed food, beverage, and packaging company San Miguel Corporation (SMC) has signed an agreement to build a drug rehabilitation facility in Bataan province to support the Philippine government’s campaign against drugs.
Craft Beer Places in Manila
December 16, 2016

Craft Beer Places in Manila

If you are a beer enthusiast or just wants to try something new with your friends, Primer PH rounds down 5 places where you can get craft beers in the metro.
Don Quixote (Ballet Manila’s 21st Performance Season) on Feb 24-26, 2017
December 16, 2016

Don Quixote (Ballet Manila’s 21st Performance Season) on Feb 24-26, 2017

This February 24-26, 2017, enjoy a vibrant, happy, and festive ballet and watch Ballet Manila’s 21st Performance season entitled “Don Quixote” at the Aliw Theater, CCP Complex, Pasay City. Image grabbed from tticketworld Based on the iconic Spanish novel of Miguel de Cervantes, “Don Quixote” is one of the most popular classical ballets. Set against a tapestry of gypsies, heroic fights, and fiery dancing, “Don Quixote” follows the adventures of the idealistic and eccentric Don Quixote, his faithful companion Sancho Panza, and young lovers Kitri and Basilio. With guest artist: Mikhail Matynyuk, Principal Dancer of the Kremlin Ballet Regular Ticket Prices: • Gold – P1,545 • Silver – P1,030 • […]
PONY FOOTWEAR LAUNCHES ITS FIRST POP-UP STORE IN TRINOMA
December 15, 2016

PONY FOOTWEAR LAUNCHES ITS FIRST POP-UP STORE IN TRINOMA

The PONY store is now open for business. Hurry and check out the iconic styles from PONY’s Archive Line- The Pop-Up Store will be in TriNoma from November 2016 to February 2017 ONLY
Book a table and get discounts on your favorite restaurants with BigDish
December 19, 2016

Book a table and get discounts on your favorite restaurants with BigDish

Do you want to save yourself from the hassle that is waiting to get a table in your favorite restaurant? Worry not because BigDish has the perfect solution for that!
Cheers to 2017 from Discovery Shores Boracay
December 15, 2016

Cheers to 2017 from Discovery Shores Boracay

Here's to a bright and sparkling 2017 as Discovery Shores Boracay sparkles this New Year's Eve with an exciting Festival at the Shores!
On-the-spot wall painting contest for students to be held in Manila
December 16, 2016

On-the-spot wall painting contest for students to be held in Manila

To be able to instill the values of art and cleanliness, Manila Mayor Joseph Estrada is set to hold an on-the-spot wall painting contest at the Manila North Cemetery for high school students.
DILG exempts medical and dental clinics’ from mayor’s and business permit requirement
December 16, 2016

DILG exempts medical and dental clinics’ from mayor’s and business permit requirement

The Department of Interior and Local Government has advised local government units to exempt medical and dental clinics from the mayor’s and business permit, provided that concerned medical professionals pay the corresponding professional tax to the province or city where he/she practices his/her profession
Facebook to launch live video in 360-degree format
December 15, 2016

Facebook to launch live video in 360-degree format

Facebook has partnered with Nat Geo, and announced last Monday that they will release a 360-degree live video feature, called ‘Live 360’ to level-up the live-streaming experience
Beauty Queens Maggie and Parul win The Amazing Race Asia Season 5
December 16, 2016

Beauty Queens Maggie and Parul win The Amazing Race Asia Season 5

The Philippines does it again as beauty queens Maggie Wilson-Consunji and Parul Shah win The Amazing Race Asia Season 5! #TARAMAGPARUL AND #TEAMPH FOR THE WIN! Maggie Wilson (left) and Parul Shah (middle) receive the check amounting to US$100,000 from HK Ang, Senior Vice President and General Manager for Sony Pictures Television Networks Asia. The Filipina beauty queens arrived first at the final pit stop in survived challenges in six countries, 12 cities, and over 12,000 kilometers to beat out 10 teams and claim the US$100,000 cash prize. Malaysian beauty queens Chloe Chen and Lee Yvonne were hot on their heels in second place while Filipino celebrity couple Rona and […]
A seamless way to Grab a ride: GrabPay Credits
December 16, 2016

A seamless way to Grab a ride: GrabPay Credits

GrabPay Credits are a cashless way to pay for your GrabCar, GrabTaxi, and GrabExpress. It also lets you track how much you spend and top up whenever you need. It’s like a prepaid SIM card, only it’s exclusive to Grab!
Resorts World Manila supports Pagcor, DOH and Davao City Government to build drug rehab
December 14, 2016

Resorts World Manila supports Pagcor, DOH and Davao City Government to build drug rehab

Resorts World Manila has collaborated with Pagcor, Department of Health and the City Government of Davao to build a world-class rehabilitation center for drug dependents in the Southern Philippines
DTI releases list of common Christmas scams
December 16, 2016

DTI releases list of common Christmas scams

Avoiding scams means knowing what they are and how to spot them. Luckily, the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) posted the 12 most common Christmas scams on their Facebook page, which they’ve dubbed the “12 SCAMonsters of Christmas”.
Free tuition for all Filipino nationals in state universities and colleges in the Philippines
December 16, 2016

Free tuition for all Filipino nationals in state universities and colleges in the Philippines

By 2017, tuition in the undergraduate programs for all state universities and colleges in the Philippines will be free.
Discovery Primea’s Holiday Feasts
December 14, 2016

Discovery Primea’s Holiday Feasts

Discovery Primea has got your holiday cravings covered with a number of upcoming festivities at their excellent dining destinations.
Number Coding Exemptions for the Holidays
December 15, 2016

Number Coding Exemptions for the Holidays

The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) will be lifting the Unified Vehicle Volume Reduction Program (UVVRP) – better known as the number coding scheme – for provincial buses on December 22, from 1p.m. onwards.