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Locally-produced mobile otome game “Notice Me Senpai!” nears one million downloads
December 01, 2016

Locally-produced mobile otome game “Notice Me Senpai!” nears one million downloads

Notice Me Senpai!, a mobile game made by Filipino game studio Skillshot Labs, is nearing a milestone most mobile games can only dream of: one million organic downloads, all in a span of one year.
Jollibee to open in Italy, to plant more branches in North America  
December 01, 2016

Jollibee to open in Italy, to plant more branches in North America  

Jollibee Foods Corporation (JFC) is planning to establish its first branch in Europe, particularly in Italy, possibly by 2017.
VIP Cinema at Venice Cineplex opens this December 3
December 01, 2016

VIP Cinema at Venice Cineplex opens this December 3

The country’s most romantic mall just got even more exciting! Have a world-class movie experience with Dolby Atmos technology, plush seats, and a VIP Cinema at the brand new Venice Cineplex, opening on December 03! Watch out for more details. Log on to Venice Grand Canal official Facebook page VeniceGrandCanal.   Source: VeniceGrandCanal, movieaficionadopilipinas
List of Philippine Holidays in 2017
December 01, 2016

List of Philippine Holidays in 2017

The list of Philippine regular holidays in 2017 has been released by the Malacañang a day after President Rodrigo Duterte signed Proclamation No. 50 on August 16.
Films to see this December
November 28, 2016

Films to see this December

Celebrate the Christmas season with films that are sure to be loved by every member of the family. This month will not only feature a selection of foreign films, as December 25 also marks the start of the annual Metro Manila Film Festival. Foreign Films:  DECEMBER 7 Underworld: Blood Wars Directed by: Anna Foerster Starring: Kate Beckinsale, Theo James, Lara Pulver, Charles Dance Underworld: Blood Wars is an action-horror film that revolves around vampire death sealer Selene (Kate Beckinsale) who continues to struggle after being betrayed by the Lycans and the vampire faction who both wanted to use her blood, as well as daughter’s, to become Vampire-Corvinus hybrids. Arrival Directed […]
Uniqlo owner Tadashi Yanai to become Japan’s richest man in 2016
December 01, 2016

Uniqlo owner Tadashi Yanai to become Japan’s richest man in 2016

Owner of Japanese fashion conglomerate, Tadashi Yanai is set to become Japan’s Richest man by the end of the year with a total net worth estimated at 16.3 billions US dollars (12.3 billion euros)
3 Japan-funded school construction projects in Mindanao officially turned over
November 29, 2016

3 Japan-funded school construction projects in Mindanao officially turned over

Three projects funded by the Embassy of Japan (EOJ) through the Japan-Bangsamoro Initiatives for Reconstruction and Development (J-BIRD) were officially turned over last November 17, in the municipality of Pagalungan, Maguindanao in Mindanao.
PAL will fly to 5 domestic cities and South Korea via Clark
November 29, 2016

PAL will fly to 5 domestic cities and South Korea via Clark

Philippine Airlines (PAL) will fly to five domestic destinations and Incheon, South Korea starting December 16, via the Clark International Airport (CRK) at 32 flights weekly.
Vista Land to open 10 malls by 2018
November 29, 2016

Vista Land to open 10 malls by 2018

Vista Land & Lifescapes, Inc., one of the country’s leading integrated property developers, plans to build 10 more malls worth a total of P18 billion starting next year until 2018.
Basey unveils P14-million ecological park
December 01, 2016

Basey unveils P14-million ecological park

The United Nations Development Programme and Korea International Corporation Agency had recently turned over the P14-million Basey Ecological Park to the local government in a report by The Manila Standard last week
PhilBike Expo 2016 Wraps with Incredible Finish
November 29, 2016

PhilBike Expo 2016 Wraps with Incredible Finish

The PhilBike Expo, the only international-standard trade and consumer cycling show in the Philippines, closed its three-day weekend with an incredible demo from international powerhouses, Kenny Belaey, The Super Kids, and Viki Gómez held last November 25-27, 2016 at the SMX Convention Center, Mall of Asia.
Asia World Hospitality moves to Iloilo; convenes first hospitality CGSP workshop for HRM students
November 29, 2016

Asia World Hospitality moves to Iloilo; convenes first hospitality CGSP workshop for HRM students

Five-star service begins with your employees, and service is more important than ever in a tough, tight, and competitive market.
13-Year Old Isabel Sieh is Philippines’ Youngest Programmer
November 29, 2016

13-Year Old Isabel Sieh is Philippines’ Youngest Programmer

Isabel Sieh, at the age of 13 is named as the youngest Filipino programmer
ONE ASIA Joint Concert 2016: A fusion of two cultures
November 29, 2016

ONE ASIA Joint Concert 2016: A fusion of two cultures

In celebration of the 60 years of friendship between Japan and Philippines, ONE ASIA Joint Concert 2016 was held last night at the Carlos P. Romulo Auditorium in RCBC Plaza to highlight the talents and the music of both countries.
Explore the Wizarding World of Harry Potter at SM Megamall
November 29, 2016

Explore the Wizarding World of Harry Potter at SM Megamall

Potterheads may now get to experience the Wizarding World of Harry Potter at SM Megamall’s Event Center, LG Level Mega A from November 26 to December 31.
Michelin star chef Davide Oldani opens FOO’D in Manila this December
November 30, 2016

Michelin star chef Davide Oldani opens FOO’D in Manila this December

Italian masterchef Davide Oldani is bringing a new food venture in Manila as he opens FOO’D, which will officially launch this December 2 (Friday) at Shangri-La at The Fort in Bonifacio Global City.
Shaburi Philippines Grand Opening in BGC
November 28, 2016

Shaburi Philippines Grand Opening in BGC

Japanese all-you-can-eat shabu-shabu restaurant Shaburi held its grand opening ceremony on November 25, 2016 at the Uptown Mall, Bonifacio Global City in Taguig City.
Romantic Manga Feels in “Your Lie in April” – in Cinemas December 7
November 28, 2016

Romantic Manga Feels in “Your Lie in April” – in Cinemas December 7

Award-winning and best-selling romantic manga series "Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso" by Naoshi Arakawa is now a live-action film “Your Lie in April” starring promising young actors Suzu Hirose and Kento Yamazaki that will open in Philippine cinemas on December 7.
Philippines-Australia 70th Anniversary Celebration
November 28, 2016

Philippines-Australia 70th Anniversary Celebration

The Australian Embassy, in partnership with the Australia-New Zealand Chamber of Commerce hosted a 70th Anniversary Gala Dinner at the New World Hotel in Makati last November 24
A new food menu and a trip to space at Victoria Court Canley
February 28, 2017

A new food menu and a trip to space at Victoria Court Canley

If you’re looking for extraordinary parties in a place where you can keep it private, look no further than Victoria Court Canley.