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Pokémon Sun and Moon to be released on Nov. 18!
November 04, 2016

Pokémon Sun and Moon to be released on Nov. 18!

It’s been going around for a while, but Pokémon Sun and Moon, the latest title from the hit gaming franchise Pokémon, is less than 2 weeks away! Get your Nintendo 3DS in gear for the Pokémon Sun and Moon release on November 18!   NEW POKÉMON WILL APPEAR ON NOVEMBER 18! Make sure you’re ready for the release of Pokémon Sun and Moon! Image captured from The Official Pokémon Channel Pokémon Sun and Moon takes place in the Alola Region, a group of four islands where both endemic and foreign Pokémon have thrived for many generations. It includes new features and hundreds of new Pokémon, along with old ones sporting […]
Swedish companies to participate in their biggest delegation yet in PH
November 07, 2016

Swedish companies to participate in their biggest delegation yet in PH

A Swedish defense contractor called Saab Group is set to open an office in Taguig City on Wednesday, where its representatives will be part of a business delegation to explore opportunities in the Philippines.
PH black pepper production area in Davao Occidental gets ‘five star’ rating
November 07, 2016

PH black pepper production area in Davao Occidental gets ‘five star’ rating

Jakarta-based International Pepper Community (IPC) executive director W. Don Lionel Gunaratne gives ‘five star’ rating to a nursery of black pepper seedlings in Davao Occidental.
Government targets 2019 opening for the first world-class airport in Clark
November 07, 2016

Government targets 2019 opening for the first world-class airport in Clark

A new terminal building in Clark Airport, which serves as an alternative to Manila's overcrowded terminal, will be finished by the middle of President Rodrigo Duterte's term, a transportation official said Thursday
Filipina scientists receive Gregorio Y. Zara Award for plant research
November 03, 2016

Filipina scientists receive Gregorio Y. Zara Award for plant research

Two scientists recently received awards for their novel research on plants endemic to the Philippines. Dr. Maribel Nonato and Dr. Rizalinda de Leon were presented by the Philippine Association for the Advancement of Science and Technology (PhilAAST) after both received the Gregorio Y. Zara Awards for Basic and Applied Research. DR. MARIBEL NONATO. Hailed as “Pandan Queen” by her students in UST, she was awarded the Gregorio Y. Zara Award for Basic Research because of her pioneering research on the Philippine pandan. Dr. Nonato, the Vice Rector for Research and Innovation at the University of Santo Tomas (UST), received the award for Basic Research because of her pioneering work on […]
Tokyo Milk Cheese Factory is coming soon in Manila
November 04, 2016

Tokyo Milk Cheese Factory is coming soon in Manila

Attention to all Cheese lovers out there! Your favourite confectionery shop from Japan is coming in Manila by the end of November and everyone is getting excited about it.
Philippine Airlines to build walkway connecting Terminals 1 and 2
November 04, 2016

Philippine Airlines to build walkway connecting Terminals 1 and 2

Flag carrier Philippine Airlines (PAL) is seeking to build an elevated walkway which will connect Terminal 1 to Terminal 2.
Go on a luxury Asian cruise: Dream Cruises now available in PH
November 03, 2016

Go on a luxury Asian cruise: Dream Cruises now available in PH

Luxury cruise ships may not be docking in the country anytime soon, but you can join a luxury Asian cruise without having to fly out just to get reservations.
PH to launch biggest infrastructure plan “Build, Build, Build”
November 04, 2016

PH to launch biggest infrastructure plan “Build, Build, Build”

The biggest infrastructure program in the Philippines “Build, Build, Build” is set to happen soon to propel the country’s economic growth in the next five-and-a-half years.
Starbucks introduces its newest holiday beverage
November 03, 2016

Starbucks introduces its newest holiday beverage

Every year, Starbucks lovers from all over the Philippines await for the limited edition drinks that come out during the Holidays. Like a tradition, fans of these beverages would line up to get a taste of their favourite drinks, as well as to get enough stickers that would get them the holiday planner that they collected.
Terrence Romeo, first Filipino to score PEAK endorsement
November 04, 2016

Terrence Romeo, first Filipino to score PEAK endorsement

It's Official! Terrence Romeo is now PEAK's endorser
Filipino baritone, Cipriano “Zip” de Guzman Jr. wins awards in Japan
November 04, 2016

Filipino baritone, Cipriano “Zip” de Guzman Jr. wins awards in Japan

Another Filipino pride once again make its mark to the eye of the other nations, as Filipino baritone, Cipriano “Zip” de Guzman Jr. amasses awards in Japan.
Jollibee to open first Japan store in 2018
November 07, 2016

Jollibee to open first Japan store in 2018

In a signing ceremony held last October 26 in Japan, Jollibee founder Tony Tan Kakucho hints about the first Jollibee franchise in Japan in 2018.
Angels in the Midst of a Love Triangle in “Fallen”
November 04, 2016

Angels in the Midst of a Love Triangle in “Fallen”

The upcoming supernatural love triangle “Fallen” sees two fallen angels competing for a young woman’s love for centuries. Based on the bestselling book of the same title by Lauren Kate, “Fallen” stars an exciting trio of up and coming talented actors - Addison Timlin (“Stand Up Guys”), Jeremy Irvine (“War Horse”) and Harrison Gilbertson (“Need For Speed”).
Get a free photo book from TravelBook.ph!
November 04, 2016

Get a free photo book from TravelBook.ph!

Immortalize your travel memories with your own customized photo book from Photobook Philippines simply by booking through the TravelBook.ph app until December 5
Nobel laureate arrives in Manila to receive honors
November 04, 2016

Nobel laureate arrives in Manila to receive honors

Mario Vargas Llosa, the recipient of the 2010 Nobel Prize in Literature will visit the Philippines for a conferment of academic distinctions and a lecture on November 7-8, 2016 at University of Santo Tomas (UST) and De La Salle University (DLSU).
House approves bill on ‘First Philippine Republic Day’
November 03, 2016

House approves bill on ‘First Philippine Republic Day’

The House of Representatives has approved on third and final reading the bill that declares January 23 as “First Philippine Republic Day.”
Sports Bars to go to for the Pacquiao-Vargas Fight
November 03, 2016

Sports Bars to go to for the Pacquiao-Vargas Fight

As the fight of People’s Champ Manny Pacquiao with Jessie Vargas draws near, Primer gives you a number of bars and restaurants where the sports fans and foodies alike could come watch the awaited match.
#OnlineRevolution: Lazada brings back11.11 with more than 1M deals
November 04, 2016

#OnlineRevolution: Lazada brings back11.11 with more than 1M deals

A press conference was held for the launching of the biggest online shopping event in Southeast Asia on November 11, 2016 at the Ascott Bonifacio Global City, Manila.
Ayala Avenue lights up for Christmas 2016
November 03, 2016

Ayala Avenue lights up for Christmas 2016

The much-awaited lighting of the Ayala Avenue in Makati City is happening today!