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Japan confers ‘imperial honor’ to PH Senator Franklin Drilon
November 11, 2016

Japan confers ‘imperial honor’ to PH Senator Franklin Drilon

Japan government has conferred the Grand Cordon of the Order of the Rising Sun on Senate President Pro-Tempore Franklin Drilon on November 3, 2016.
Best Restaurants in Makati Serving Organic Food
November 11, 2016

Best Restaurants in Makati Serving Organic Food

Philippine Primer rounds up some of the best organic restaurants that you should try out when you go food-hopping in Makati City.
This treat from Keds X Made In Candy Philippines will sweeten up you day
November 10, 2016

This treat from Keds X Made In Candy Philippines will sweeten up you day

In celebration of Keds’ 100th year, the iconic footwear brand teams up with artisanal sweets maker Made In Candy to offer you a super sweet treat we know you’ll love! Enjoy a free Keds X Made In Candy Jar filled with special edition Keds 100 candies for every pair of Keds purchased from November 1-30, 2016.
DICT to bring faster internet by 2017
November 08, 2016

DICT to bring faster internet by 2017

Filipinos can now expect to have faster internet by 2017, according to the Department of Information Communications and Technology (DICT).
The Trump effect: how Donald Trump’s win affects PH
November 10, 2016

The Trump effect: how Donald Trump’s win affects PH

The US elections have just been concluded, and according to the latest numbers, Donald Trump will be the next US President. There have been a lot of responses online from people across the globe. There were those that were happy with the win, and there were people who were disappointed. THE DON OF AMERICA. US President-elect Donald Trump speaking about immigration policy in Phoenix, Arizona. Image taken by Gage Skidmore, grabbed from Wikimedia Commons Having a new president is a scene that’s all too familiar for Filipinos; after all, we did just elect President Rodrigo Duterte to the Presidency six months ago. Similarities between the two have been pointed out […]
PGA Sompo celebrates 25th Anniversary in Manila
November 11, 2016

PGA Sompo celebrates 25th Anniversary in Manila

PGA Sompo Insurance Corporation celebrated its 25th anniversary on November 7, 2016 at Conrad Manila in Pasay City.
AUSTRALIAN STOCKYARD BEEF ARRIVES AT NEW WORLD MAKATI HOTEL
November 09, 2016

AUSTRALIAN STOCKYARD BEEF ARRIVES AT NEW WORLD MAKATI HOTEL

New World Makati Hotel invites guests to feast on some of the world’s finest beef throughout November with the arrival of Australian Stockyard Beef.
Donald Trump is new POTUS
November 09, 2016

Donald Trump is new POTUS

In what can be said as one of the more nerve-wracking US elections to date, business tycoon Donald J. Trump is now President-elect of the United States. POTUS DONALD J. TRUMP. The business tycoon, once compared to Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte, is elected President of the United States (POTUS). Screenshot from TIME Magazine Youtube page According to data from the New York Times, Republican candidate Donald Trump led the presidential race with 276 electoral votes compared to 218 votes for Democrat candidate and former US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton. Both candidates needed 270 votes, or an absolute majority vote, to win the election. This marks the first time a […]
Madama Butterfly: A Story of heartbreak and betrayal
November 10, 2016

Madama Butterfly: A Story of heartbreak and betrayal

The 4th season of Met Opera in HD opened at Greenbelt 3 last night with a special screening of Anthony Minghella’s production of Madama Butterfly.
New mobile app allows users to file reports and submit incidents to the government
November 11, 2016

New mobile app allows users to file reports and submit incidents to the government

Cormant Technologies Inc. recently launched iReport, a mobile application that enables citizens to reach out to the government.
PH attends World Travel Market in London
November 09, 2016

PH attends World Travel Market in London

Philippines is one of the participants in the leading global event for the travel industry—World Travel Market—on November 7-9, 2016 at ExCel, London.
Filipinos and Money: How Filipinos handle their finances
November 07, 2016

Filipinos and Money: How Filipinos handle their finances

Filipinos can be as thrifty as the next person. Our OFWs, for one, can take penny pinching to new heights just so they can send money back home. There are also people who take budgeting to a whole new level, being able to map out how much they’ll spend not just for the day or week, but even for the whole month. However, we do have our fair share of bad money habits: from being so-called “one-day millionaires” to not having bank accounts or knowing how to grow our money. Financial literacy is slowly growing in the Philippines, and every bit of information will help, especially when it comes to […]
SC allows hero’s burial for Marcos
November 08, 2016

SC allows hero’s burial for Marcos

The Marcoses finally get what they’ve been asking for the past 30 years: their patriarch, Ferdinand Marcos, Sr. will finally be laid to rest at the Libignan ng mga Bayani (Heroes’ Cemetery).
Yellow Cab to open branches in Middle East
November 08, 2016

Yellow Cab to open branches in Middle East

Popular pizza chain Yellow Cab is set to expand overseas as it opens branches in Middle East.
Yokocho Japanese Food Court soon to open in Victory Mall, Baclaran
November 08, 2016

Yokocho Japanese Food Court soon to open in Victory Mall, Baclaran

Yokocho, a Japanese food court is soon to serve you great Japanese food at very affordable prices! Opening on November 15 on the 4th floor of Victory Mall, Baclaran, Pasay, Yokocho food court will house ten different Japanese food stalls for you to enjoy.   Watch out for their soft opening next week! For inquiries, you can send them an email at jvf.yokocho@gmail.com.   You can also like their Facebook page for more updates: baclaranyokocho.     Source: baclaranyokocho
From BRICs to VIPPs: A new way of looking at prosperity
February 28, 2017

From BRICs to VIPPs: A new way of looking at prosperity

The Philippines was recently ranked as the 60th most prosperous country in the world out of 149 by the Legatum Institute. It is a fantastic achievement for a country that has defied the global economic trend, withstanding pitfalls in the United States and European markets. A NEW WAY OF LOOKING AT PROSPERITY. Gone are the days when economic potential was the only way of looking at how prosperous a country is (and can be). Image grabbed from Legatum Institute on Twitter However, the same study also told us one other thing: prosperity does not necessarily follow a global economic trend. Good economic policies will never be enough to call a […]
A Cozy Afternoon Tea at Marco Polo Ortigas Manila’s Connect Lounge
November 07, 2016

A Cozy Afternoon Tea at Marco Polo Ortigas Manila’s Connect Lounge

Connect Lounge, one of Marco Polo Ortigas Manila’s signature outlet, introduces a new and more sophisticated approach on afternoon drinks with its Afternoon Tea, available daily from 2:00PM-6:00PM for Php 788 good for 2 persons.
#DevFutureForward: DevCon Summit 2016
February 28, 2017

#DevFutureForward: DevCon Summit 2016

The country’s biggest developer conference came back for its 6th year with the idea of bringing the future of development closer to the country’s developer community. Held annually by Developers Connect (DevCon) Philippines, an organization that empowers Filipino developers and promotes “IT Pinoy Talent”, DevCon Summit is a 2-day event that gave its participants a unique look into the future of development and the Information and Communications Technology (ICT) industry in the Philippines.
Merry Hampers and Takeaways at Marco Polo Ortigas Manila: Gifts full of surprises
November 07, 2016

Merry Hampers and Takeaways at Marco Polo Ortigas Manila: Gifts full of surprises

The season of gift giving has already started in Marco Polo Ortigas Manila with hampers and takeaways perfect for the coming holidays.
2017 Journals and Planners to watch out for and how to acquire them
November 08, 2016

2017 Journals and Planners to watch out for and how to acquire them

Planning and Journaling – it’s one of the joys for every busy bee and artsy-fartsy of the year. While some may find this kind of activity a bit hassle and time consuming, the organized ones out there are now probably eyeing one from their favourite brand. The fun starts with choosing the right design and layout according to your preference and agenda. Here are some of the well-loved planners from your favourite brands to watch out to keep you reminded and systematized for the next wonderful year ahead! – 1. 2017 Starbucks Planner It has been a tradition for some people every year, especially for the fans of this well-loved […]