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Black Friday: Get 20% discount on Sephora products this November
November 19, 2016

Black Friday: Get 20% discount on Sephora products this November

Mark your calendars now as beauty label Sephora is set to offer 20% discount for its “Black Friday” promo on November 25, 2016.
PNR targets to resume Manila-Naga route this December
November 17, 2016

PNR targets to resume Manila-Naga route this December

Philippine National Railways (PNR) targets to recommend the resumption of the Manila-Naga-Manila operations by December 15, 2016.
$50-B Cavite project targets to create “Philippine Global Gateway”
November 18, 2016

$50-B Cavite project targets to create “Philippine Global Gateway”

In a report published by The Standard, a $50-billion airport and seaport project plan off the coast of Sangley Point in Cavite was already signed by the Belle and Solar Group’s All-Asia Resources and Reclamation Corp. (ARRC). Image grabbed from arrc.asia The shareholders’ agreement was signed last October 29, 2016 for the “Philippine Global Gateway Project.” According to ARRC, the proposed plan is to develop an integrated and multi-modal transport and logistics hub composed of an airport, seaport, and Special Economic Zone (SEZ). It also targets the rehabilitation of the existing Danilo Atienza Airbase for commercial use of General Aviation (GA) and Low-Cost Carrier (LCC). According to Philippine Star, the […]
Philippines is Asia’s fastest growing economy, up 7.1% in 3rd quarter
November 18, 2016

Philippines is Asia’s fastest growing economy, up 7.1% in 3rd quarter

The Philippines has surpassed China’s third quarter growth rate at 6.7%, and Vietnam’s, at 6.4%.
2017 Journals to watch out for (Part 2)
November 18, 2016

2017 Journals to watch out for (Part 2)

Still looking for the planner that would be perfect for all your lists, plans, travels, and everything in between? Primer PH gives you another list of planners and journals that are not only fit to your style and agenda, but also to your budget.
Tokyo Milk Cheese Factory opens two pop-up stores in the Philippines
November 19, 2016

Tokyo Milk Cheese Factory opens two pop-up stores in the Philippines

Japanese brand Tokyo Milk Cheese Factory simultaneously opened two branches in the Philippines on November 18, 2016 at SM Megamall in Ortigas Center, Pasay City and Glorietta 5 in Makati City.
MMPC Auto Financial Services Corp. launches “Auto Finance Business”
November 18, 2016

MMPC Auto Financial Services Corp. launches “Auto Finance Business”

Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corp. Auto Financial Services Corp. (MAFS) officially announces the start of its auto finance operations for Mitsubishi vehicle buyers in Metro Manila and selected provinces in Luzon.
‘Fantastic Beasts’ brings the Potterheads back to the Wizarding World
November 18, 2016

‘Fantastic Beasts’ brings the Potterheads back to the Wizarding World

Five years since the last Harry Potter film premiered, JK Rowling brings every Potterhead back to the Wizarding World with Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, a film which is based on a textbook of the same name.
Lazada Philippines Sweeps the Christmas Season with more than 400,000 items in 24 hours
November 18, 2016

Lazada Philippines Sweeps the Christmas Season with more than 400,000 items in 24 hours

Lazada Philippines has set a new record on the first day of its highly-anticipated shopping event. On November 11, Filipino shoppers checked out more than 400,000 items on the website and mobile app.
Get FREE 45-minute treatment as Karada opens in SM Megamall
November 18, 2016

Get FREE 45-minute treatment as Karada opens in SM Megamall

Japanese body therapy center Karada is set to open another branch in the Philippines on November 18, 2016 at SM Megamall, Ortigas Center in Pasig City.
Duterte’s APEC debut in Peru piques International Media’s interest
November 17, 2016

Duterte’s APEC debut in Peru piques International Media’s interest

Foreign media has been eyeing on the next statement as to what President Rodrigo has to say at the APEC (Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation) Summit in Peru on November 19-21.
Thank God it’s #TwoPizzaFriday at Yellow Cab Pizza Co.
November 18, 2016

Thank God it’s #TwoPizzaFriday at Yellow Cab Pizza Co.

It’s Friday! Bring in the squad and treat yourself with #TwoPizzaFriday at Yellow Cab Pizza Co.
Flippy Bottle Extreme tops mobile gaming markets
November 17, 2016

Flippy Bottle Extreme tops mobile gaming markets

Following the success – and the frustration – brought by Flappy Bird comes Flippy Bottle Extreme, a new mobile game that is just as addicting and as frustrating as the previous hit.
Game-changing Cinematic Event “Assasin’s Creed” opens in Phil. cinemas January 8
December 20, 2016

Game-changing Cinematic Event “Assasin’s Creed” opens in Phil. cinemas January 8

UPDATE: Assassin’s Creed will now open on January 4th 2017 and not on the 8th as previously reported. Prepare for an exhilarating ride at the movies when the game-to-movie “Assassin’s Creed” opens in Phil. cinemas on January 8 starring Michael Fassbender, Marion Cotillard, Jeremy Irons and Brendan Gleeson. A game-changing cinematic event, “Assassin’s Creed” is directed by visionary filmmaker Justin Kurzel from Ubisoft’s worldwide hit franchise of the same title. Through a revolutionary technology that unlocks his genetic memories, Callum Lynch (Michael Fassbender) experiences the adventures of his ancestor, Aguilar, in 15th Century Spain.  Callum discovers he is descended from a mysterious secret society, the Assassins, and amasses incredible knowledge and […]
A Glimpse of What To Expect at P R O H I B I T E D: A 1920s Masquerade Degustacion
November 17, 2016

A Glimpse of What To Expect at P R O H I B I T E D: A 1920s Masquerade Degustacion

Prohibited: A 1920s Masquerade Degustacion media launch
WINE FRIDAY: Get 25% discount on Italian Wines every Friday at iTrulli Fashion, Food & Wine
November 17, 2016

WINE FRIDAY: Get 25% discount on Italian Wines every Friday at iTrulli Fashion, Food & Wine

Enjoy your Friday meals by having wine for a drink as multifunctional Concept Store—iTrulli Fashion, Food & Wine—offers 25% discount on all bottles of Italian wine every Friday for its “Wine Friday” promo.
Solstice by Ilustrado unveils wonderful eats and treats for holiday gatherings
November 17, 2016

Solstice by Ilustrado unveils wonderful eats and treats for holiday gatherings

Get ready for the season of festive gatherings with Solstice by Ilustrado as it offers Christmas Party Packages until the end of December 2016.
HBO planning to produce ‘Game of Thrones’ spinoff
November 17, 2016

HBO planning to produce ‘Game of Thrones’ spinoff

Emmy-award winning TV series Game of Thrones may have only 2 seasons with 13 episodes in total left, but HBO said that it may not really be the end for the GOT franchise.
Cocio Energy: Asia’s Tastiest Energy Boost
November 16, 2016

Cocio Energy: Asia’s Tastiest Energy Boost

Get the country’s very first chocolate and coffee flavored energy drink as Danish brand—Cocio—introduces “Cocio Energy” exclusively available at 7-eleven stores starting November 23, 2016.
Make your bath smell like ramen with these ramen-scented bath powders
November 17, 2016

Make your bath smell like ramen with these ramen-scented bath powders

If you’re one of those people who finds comfort in eating ramen, then this might just be the answer to all your cravings! Village Vanguard, a Japanese novelty gift shop, has recently released a bath powder that smells just.like.ramen.