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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.
Ayala, 3 foreign firms partners for NAIA upgrade
December 19, 2016

Ayala, 3 foreign firms partners for NAIA upgrade

Ayala Group has partnered with 3 foreign firms in preparation for its bid for P74.6 billion upgrade of Ninoy Aquino International Airport under the public-private partnership
Romulo Café in London is 2016’s ‘Most Loved’ Restaurant’
December 19, 2016

Romulo Café in London is 2016’s ‘Most Loved’ Restaurant’

Filipino restaurant Romulo Café in London has been hailed by Time Out Love London Award in its third annual awards as the “Most Loved Restaurant in Kensington” in the United Kingdom.
Top Ham Places in Manila
December 19, 2016

Top Ham Places in Manila

Still thinking about where to get this year’s Christmas ham? We give you a list of some of the best and most famous ham places in Manila.
Hello Kitty Holidays at Marco Polo Ortigas
December 19, 2016

Hello Kitty Holidays at Marco Polo Ortigas

This Yuletide season, get ready to meet the most popular cat in the world and enjoy a holiday stay at the Marco Polo Ortigas Manila, in one easy package!
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