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ACRI awaits decision of Toyota Tsusho for higher investment in Mindanao power projects
December 14, 2016

ACRI awaits decision of Toyota Tsusho for higher investment in Mindanao power projects

Alsons Consolidated Resources Inc. (ACRI), the publicly listed company of the Alcantara Group, awaits the decision of Japanese firm Toyota Tsusho Corporation to raise its investment in the group’s power projects in Mindanao.
Philippine Airlines to mount International and Domestic flights at Clark
December 14, 2016

Philippine Airlines to mount International and Domestic flights at Clark

As part of a plan to decongest Manila airport, Philippine Airlines will be launching its first regular international flights and domestic flights from Clark International Airport on December 16, Friday. Clark International Airport is now prepared in accommodating foreign and local passengers starting on Friday. Image from Clark International Airport In a news published by ABS-CBN News, Philippine Airlines will launch its initial flight from Clark International Airport  to the Island of Boracay through Caticlan airport. They will also launch flights from Clark to Davao and Cebu, and eventually to Incheon, Korea.  A total of 21 flights per week are expected from the airline. PAL President Jaime Bautista, Clark International Airport President […]
Pasig City fully implements odd-even scheme
July 02, 2019

Pasig City fully implements odd-even scheme

Vehicles plowing through selected roads of Pasig City will need to adhere to the city’s odd-even scheme starting December 12 or be slapped with a P500 fine.
PH to target $250M earnings from Cacao exports by 2022
December 13, 2016

PH to target $250M earnings from Cacao exports by 2022

The Philippine Center for Post-harvest Development and Mechanization (PhilMech) said that the Philippine government is targeting to generate $250 million additional in export from cacao by 2022.
Top Chinese cosmetics and health & wellness industries scout for opportunities in PH
December 13, 2016

Top Chinese cosmetics and health & wellness industries scout for opportunities in PH

Several Chinese cosmetics and health & wellness companies are now eyeing the Philippines for manufacturing opportunities.
10 Miss Universe candidates arrive in Manila
December 15, 2016

10 Miss Universe candidates arrive in Manila

A welcome party happened at the Conrad Hotel in Pasay City on December 11 (Saturday) to welcome the 10 Miss Universe candidates who arrived in Manila last weekend.
LRT, MRT, and PNR Christmas Schedule
December 13, 2016

LRT, MRT, and PNR Christmas Schedule

Metro Manila’s main railways, the LRT1, LRT2, MRT, and PNR released their schedules for all those who plan on riding a train for December.
2 Filipinos nominated as ‘CNN Superhero’
December 12, 2016

2 Filipinos nominated as ‘CNN Superhero’

Two Filipinos are vying to become CNN SuperHero for International TV channel CNN’s 10th Anniversary Special.
Paving the way for technopreneurs: Start-ups at UP JMA’s NEXT
December 12, 2016

Paving the way for technopreneurs: Start-ups at UP JMA’s NEXT

Here's what happened at last Saturday's NEXT: Kickstarting Innovation at the Gateway Gallery in Cubao, Quezon City.
IFEX partners up with EU for 2017 exhibition
December 12, 2016

IFEX partners up with EU for 2017 exhibition

The International Food Exhibition (IFEX) Philippines will be partnering up with the European Union (EU) for its event which will be happening from May 19-21, 2017 at the World Trade Center in Manila.
i-ACT relaunches ‘Enhanced Pasig River Ferry’ with free shuttle service
December 12, 2016

i-ACT relaunches ‘Enhanced Pasig River Ferry’ with free shuttle service

The Inter-Agency Council on Traffic (i-ACT) had relaunched the ‘Enhanced Pasig River Ferry Service’ last December 9, Friday, as an alternative mode of transport to Metro Manila residents especially with the Holiday traffic rush drawing near
Filipino Drinking Culture
December 12, 2016

Filipino Drinking Culture

Drinking – Inuman, as what the Filipinos would call it – has always been a staple to every celebration. May it be in a birthday party, a fiesta, or just a simple get-together, the Filipinos would always find a reason to gather around a small table, buy cases and cases of beer, and just chat the night away.
PH best at ‘Social Networking’ according to International Number Ones map
December 11, 2016

PH best at ‘Social Networking’ according to International Number Ones map

David McCandless, data journalist and information designer, produced the “International Number Ones” map based on his research on which countries do what best.
Date in the Sky with Helicopter Fine Dining via Philjets
December 09, 2016

Date in the Sky with Helicopter Fine Dining via Philjets

Arrive at your favourite fine dining destination via helicopter! Philjets, one of the major players in the Philippines’ aviation industry is bringing one-of-a-kind dating experience through their Date in the Sky with Helicopter Fine Dining
Bicol to get a new airport by 2021: Bicol Int’l Airport at 62%
December 09, 2016

Bicol to get a new airport by 2021: Bicol Int’l Airport at 62%

More tourists and locals alike might be flying to the Bicol Region in 5 years time as President Rodrigo Duterte leads the groundbreaking ceremony of facilities and buildings that will complete the Bicol International Airport (BIA) in Daraga, Albay.
Siam Thai’s Seafood Combo Package
December 09, 2016

Siam Thai’s Seafood Combo Package

Enjoy some of Siam Thai BBQ and Sports Bar’s finest this holiday season as they bring you their Seafood Combo Package. F
El Nido named 6th rising travel destination
December 12, 2016

El Nido named 6th rising travel destination

El Nido claimed the 6th place at TripAdvisor’s list of “Travelers’ Choice Destination on the Rise.”
FamilyMart is now accepting loading and payments via beep™ card
December 21, 2016

FamilyMart is now accepting loading and payments via beep™ card

Convenience just got more convenient! You can now reload and pay with your beep™ card at FamilyMart
Astrophysicist sees PH as potential ‘Hub of Space Tech’ in Southeast Asia
December 10, 2016

Astrophysicist sees PH as potential ‘Hub of Space Tech’ in Southeast Asia

Astrophysicist Dr.Rogel Mari D. Sese said that the Philippines has the capability to become the hub of space technology and space applications in Southeast Asia.
Great Holiday Treats from Skechers
December 09, 2016

Great Holiday Treats from Skechers

  Get ready to fill your Christmas shopping bags with goodies as Great Holiday Treats from Skechers will be happening from December 9, 2016 to January 15, 2017! For every minimum single receipt purchase worth P4,999 on regular-priced items, you may get 20% off on all regular-priced Skechers Time pieces, Performance apparel, and accessories including socks and bags.