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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.
An Overwhelming Victory for Universal Records’ Artists in the 29TH Awit Awards
December 16, 2016

An Overwhelming Victory for Universal Records’ Artists in the 29TH Awit Awards

Universal Records, one of the country's leading recording companies is proud to announce that the OPM artists under its label bagged most of the major awards in the recently concluded 29th Awit Awards, which was held on December 7 at the Music Museum in Greenhills
Balikbayan boxes will be duty-free starting Dec. 25
December 15, 2016

Balikbayan boxes will be duty-free starting Dec. 25

Balikbayan boxes sent by Filipinos abroad will now be duty-free and exempted from taxes starting December 25, 2016.
2016 TOYM Awardees honored at Malacañang Palace
December 15, 2016

2016 TOYM Awardees honored at Malacañang Palace

11 men and women were honored at Malacañang Palace by no less than President Rodrigo Roa Duterte as this year’s The Outstanding Young Men (TOYM) awardees last Monday, December 12.
Japan sends research team for possible aid in PH drug crackdown
December 14, 2016

Japan sends research team for possible aid in PH drug crackdown

A team of experts from Japan is in the country doing research on how the Land of the Rising Sun can help the Philippines with its crackdown on illegal drugs.
Sale Alert: Get Dibs On Your Fave Sneakers at Keds 3-Day Sale!
December 15, 2016

Sale Alert: Get Dibs On Your Fave Sneakers at Keds 3-Day Sale!

The sweetest weekend treat you’ve all been waiting for is finally here! As part of Keds’ centennial anniversary celebration, your favorite American sneaker brand is giving P1,000 off for every two pairs of sneakers you buy at Keds retail stores and their online store from December 16 to 18! Take your pick from any of Keds’ regular sneaks, from the latest lace-up, slip-on, to the cool flatform styles. So, what are you waiting for? Head on over to Keds stores located at Glorietta 3, SM Megamall, SM North Edsa – The Block, U.P. Town Center, Robinsons Magnolia, Robinsons Manila, Robinsons Ilocos, Ayala Center Cebu, SM Iloilo, and Centrio Mall. Want […]
Manila Symphony Orchestra performs Beethoven’s 9th Symphony for season finale
December 15, 2016

Manila Symphony Orchestra performs Beethoven’s 9th Symphony for season finale

As one of Asia’s oldest symphony orchestras, the Manila Symphony Orchestra (MSO) performed live as they celebrated their 90th anniversary and the 60th anniversary commemoration of diplomatic relations between Japan and Philippines in Meralco Theater on December 14.
Wacoal opens 2nd branch at Venice Grand Canal; exclusive discounts await customers
April 03, 2017

Wacoal opens 2nd branch at Venice Grand Canal; exclusive discounts await customers

Visit Wacoals 2nd branch at Venice Grand Canal today to get exclusive discounts on all items!