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3 New Features Instagram Wants You to Know About
September 13, 2016

3 New Features Instagram Wants You to Know About

Heads up, Instagram users! Are you an avid user of the mobile photo sharing app Instagram? Here are some of their newest updates that will level up your Instagram gaming. 1. You can now zoom in photos on your feed!     As one of the most requested features on Instagram, the app has made the “Zoom” feature possible where it lets you pinch to zoom on photos and videos in feed, on profiles, and on Explore. The said feature is available for Instagram on iOS, and will be available on Android in the coming weeks. 2. Add color to your Instagram stories!     Getting tired of the same […]
PH’s Gerard Salonga is new assistant conductor in HK Philharmonic Orchestra
September 13, 2016

PH’s Gerard Salonga is new assistant conductor in HK Philharmonic Orchestra

Award-winning musical conductor Gerard Salonga has been chosen to be the new assistant conductor in the Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra (HK Phil) for the 2016-2017 season.   MAESTRO GERARD SALONGA. The new assistant conductor for HK Philharmonic. (Image grabbed from absphilharmonic.blogspot.com)   According to an Inquirer.net report, in an announcement made by the group on Monday (September 12), Salonga and Hong Kong native Vivian Ip, were chosen among 170 applicants worldwide. “We were delighted to attract such a strong field for the position, and that the orchestra and Jaap van Zweden chose two such talented people to share the post. Both Vivian and Gerard are great communicators, and have proven […]
Filipina wins bronze medal in table tennis at Rio Paralympics
September 13, 2016

Filipina wins bronze medal in table tennis at Rio Paralympics

The Philippines bags its first medal in the Rio Paralympics as Josephine Medina wins bronze at the Rio Paralympics in the table tennis event on September 12.   JOSEPHINE MEDINA. Table tennis player from PH wins bronze in Paralympics. (Image by Richard Kalocsai via new.ittf.com)   According to a report by GMA News, Medina scored 11-5, 11-6, 11-7 against 2015 European Para Championships silver medalist Julianne Wolf. The 46-year old debuted for the country in 2006, where she placed 4th in the 2012 London Paralympics. Medina also defeated Norway’s Aida Husic Dahlen during the preliminary rounds, but eventually lost to China’s Jingdian Mao from China. In an interview with the […]
LRT-MRT common station agreement to be signed this month
September 13, 2016

LRT-MRT common station agreement to be signed this month

Department of Transportation (DOTr) Secretary Arthur Tugade has confirmed that the agreement on the LRT-MRT common station will be signed this month. The common station is set to be built between Ayala Land’s Trinoma Mall and SM North EDSA in Quezon City. The station would connect the Metro Rail Transit Line 3 (MRT-3), the Light Rail Transit Line 1 (LRT-1), and the proposed MRT Line 7 in Quezon City. According to Tugade, stakeholders Ramon Ang of San Miguel Corporation, Manny Pangilinan of Light Rail Manila Consortium and Augusto Zobel, owner of Ayala Malls, have agreed to finalize the project after a private meeting with him. “We tried to meet separately […]
PAL, Cebu Pacific, AirAsia ban usage of Samsung Note 7 on flights
September 13, 2016

PAL, Cebu Pacific, AirAsia ban usage of Samsung Note 7 on flights

Due to safety issues, several airlines in the Philippines namely Philippine Airlines (PAL), Cebu Pacific (Ceb Pac), and Philippines AirAsia issued a travel advisory regarding the usage of the Samsung Galaxy Note 7 in their flights.   AIRLINES BAN USAGE OF SAMSUNG GALAXY NOTE 7. PAL, CebPac, and AirAsia have released their statements regarding this travel advisory. (Image grabbed from itechpost.com)   According to a report by the CNN Philippines, the airlines cite safety reasons for the said ban. Passengers are prohibited to charge and use the said mobile unit on board in all flights following the global recall order for the device. In a statement by PAL on their […]
SM Cinema Movie Sale
September 12, 2016

SM Cinema Movie Sale

Want something fun to do this weekend? Check out SM Cinema’s Movie Sale!     This long weekend, why not get this opportunity to watch movies at a very affordable price? From September 9 to December 7, 2016 watch select newly-released Hollywood movies for only P100 in the #SMCinemaMovieSale! This promo is available at participating branches in Cabanatuan, Cauayan, Clark, Dasmariñas, Davao, Lanang, Pampanga, San Lazaro, Mall of Asia, North Edsa, Megamall, Bacoor, Cebu, Fairview, Iloilo, Manila, Marikina, Southmall, Sta. Mesa, and Seaside City Cebu.* Follow SM Cinema on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram to get to know more of their exciting offers. Tickets are available at smcinema.com and on ticket […]
Journey with Japan Airlines by these exciting promos!
September 12, 2016

Journey with Japan Airlines by these exciting promos!

Want to travel to the Land of the Rising Sun? Say no more as Japan Airlines (JAL) invites you to save more in your journey to Hokkaido!
Panasonic Beauty launches new products
September 10, 2016

Panasonic Beauty launches new products

Now, Panasonic is adding new high-technology products mainly developed for women’s face and hair care and regimen.
Save The Date: Chef’s Table at I’m Angus Steakhouse
September 10, 2016

Save The Date: Chef’s Table at I’m Angus Steakhouse

I’m Angus Steakhouse is back at it with their special menus to delight and amaze your sense.
Experience Star City Adventure with Hotel Jen Manila
September 09, 2016

Experience Star City Adventure with Hotel Jen Manila

Get complimentary tickets to Star City when you book at Hotel Jen Manila from now until December 30, 2016!
Australian Foreign Affairs, PCC Chari Balisacan join ANU’s Philippine Update Conference 2016
September 09, 2016

Australian Foreign Affairs, PCC Chari Balisacan join ANU’s Philippine Update Conference 2016

Philippine Competition Chairman Arsenio Balisacan presented at the Philippine Update Conference 2016 at the Australian National University in Canberra. The Philippine Update Conference 2016 is a forum created to discuss the political, economic and social state of the Philippines under both the previous and current administration. It will focus on relevant issues in sustaining the growth momentum of the Philippine Economy from being the Sick Man of Asia to Asia’s Bright Spot.   PCC Chariman Arsenio Balisacan. (Screen grabbed from Philippine Competition Commission‘s Youtubue video)   “This conference is very timely in view of the recent gains being experienced by the Philippines – a 6.2 percent GDP growth average in […]
Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte accepts ASEAN chairmanship
September 09, 2016

Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte accepts ASEAN chairmanship

On Thursday afternoon, Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte accepted the chairmanship of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Summit in 2017.   ASEAN 50. The new logo for the ASEAN Summit in 2017. (Photo grabbed from gmanetwork.com)   According to an article published by CNN Philippines, in his acceptance speech during the closing ceremony of the ASEAN summit, Duterte said that he will highlight ASEAN as a model of regionalism and a global player with an interest of the people at its core. “We will pursue initiative and enhance cooperation with global partners to ensure ASEAN citizens live in peace, stability, security and growth,” he added. In the said ceremony, […]
Out Now! Primer Magazine September Issue
September 09, 2016

Out Now! Primer Magazine September Issue

Primer is bringing you into the depths of Manila this September!   Street: Chinatown, Manila Go out of your comfort zone and experience the vibrancy of the oldest Chinatown in the world. In this issue, ride on our calesa as we go around the busy streets of Chinatown. For first timers who would want to try food tripping in Binondo, we highly recommend that you wander along the street of Ongpin and try the hole-in-the-wall restaurants as they have the most delicious authentic Chinese cuisines you can ever find in Manila. We are also featuring the side-street must-buys and important landmarks near Chinatown. – Travel: Intramuros, Manila From Binondo, Philippine […]
What’s new at Soga Miga at Molito, Alabang
September 09, 2016

What’s new at Soga Miga at Molito, Alabang

When we first visited Soga Miga at the Molito Commercial Complex last year, it was already drawing a lot of attention as the district’s only restaurant that served authentic Korean dishes. We revisited the restaurant to see what has changed since we last visited. Soga Miga has kept its rustic looks with tables you’d often see in restaurants in Korea. People still enjoy the same Korean goodness they did when it opened in 2007. Nowadays, there are new things on the menu that you should be on the look-out for.   THIS IS HOW THEY START. Thinly sliced ox tongues: it may not sound appetizing, but just you wait.   A […]
NAIA UBE Express now up and running
October 06, 2016

NAIA UBE Express now up and running

When we last wrote about UBE Express, the premium bus service was still in its testing phase. Passengers were clearly delighted, because UBE Express is now officially up and running at all international terminals of the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA).   LEAVING FROM THE AIRPORT? Take an UBE Express instead of the standard airport taxi. It’s more comfortable and more affordable! Image grabbed from UBE Express Facebook page   This was born out of an initiative from the Department of Transportation (DOTr) to launch an Airport Bus Service that would help ease the current traffic situation in and around NAIA Terminals 1, 2, and 3. After partnering with Air21, the Premium […]
Opening Soon: XO46 S’ Maison, Conrad Hotel Branch
September 08, 2016

Opening Soon: XO46 S’ Maison, Conrad Hotel Branch

Yet another sumptuous Filipino dining is brought to us by the Advent Manila Group as they are set to open the latest branch of XO 46  at S’ Maison Mall on September 15 at Conrad Manila in Pasay City.     Known for its delicious signature Filipino dishes, XO 46 is bound to cater now to locals and guests at the newly-built upscale Conrad Manila in Pasay City, wherein they will be offering their flavorful concoctions of Ilocano and Bicolano dishes in their 5th branch in Manila. Other Filipino dishes that you have come to love in their other branches will also be offered in their S’ Maison branch which […]
Cashless payments now accepted in Taguig government
September 08, 2016

Cashless payments now accepted in Taguig government

Good news for Taguig taxpayers!   TAGUIG NOW ACCEPTS CASHLESS PAYMENTS. You can now pay through your card other than cash. Photo grabbed from ffemagazine.com   The local government of Taguig City now accepts cashless payments in the form of credit cards and debit cards in paying business taxes, permits, licenses, and other fees.  According to an Inquirer.net report, this new system is being implemented for two weeks now after the issuance of City Council Resolution 102-2015 which authorized Taguig Mayor Lani Cayetano to enter into an agreement with Development Bank of the Philippines (DBP) to allow electronic payment system such as credit and debit transactions. “We owe it to […]
UP is back on the list of World’s Top 400 Universities
September 07, 2016

UP is back on the list of World’s Top 400 Universities

The country’s premier research state university system, University of the Philippines (UP), is once again back in the list of world’s top 400 universities.   UNIVERSITY OF THE PHILIPPINES. UP is ranked 374th in QS World Rankings. Photo grabbed from inquirer.net Ranking 374th in the list released on Tuesday by London-based Quacquarelli Symonds (QS), UP has resurfaced again making it the lone Philippine university to have entered the top 400. In 2015, UP placed in the 401st to 410 ranking. Other Philippine universities which made it to the list are Ateneo de Manila University (ADMU) at the 501 to 550 bracket, and De La Salle University (DLSU) and University of […]
Asteroid named after Queen Star’s Freddie Mercury
September 08, 2016

Asteroid named after Queen Star’s Freddie Mercury

To mark Freddie Mercury’s 70th birthday yesterday, September 5, the International Astronomical Union’s Minor Planet Centre, a shooting star has been named after the Queen lead singer. Discovered in 1991, in which also the year Mercury died, Asteroid ‘1991 FM3’ is now officially declared as ‘Asteroid 17473 Freddiemercury.’   (Image grabbed from heart.co.uk)   The news was shared by Queen Guitarist Brian May, who has a doctorate in astrophysics from Imperial College, during a party in Switzerland. “I’m happy to be able to announce that the International Astronomical Union’s Minor Planet Center has today designated Asteroid 17473, discovered 1991, in Freddie’s name, timed to honour his 70th birthday,” said May. […]
The Best of Asian Cinema: 3rd Asia On Screen Film Festival
September 07, 2016

The Best of Asian Cinema: 3rd Asia On Screen Film Festival

September is more than just a signal to the start of the Philippine Christmas season; it’s also the cue for the country’s different film festivals to showcase the best films in and around the country. One such film festival is the Asia On Screen Film Festival, running from September 15 – 18, 2016.   ASIA-PACIFIC’S BEST. Take in the cultures from the Asia Pacific region at the Asia On Screen Film Festival.   The Asia On Screen Film Festival takes some of the Asia Pacific’s best films that showcase some of the region’s most talented actors and filmmakers that most Filipinos have not laid their eyes on. Each of the […]