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Metro Manila and Other Areas to Stay Under GCQ Until January 31
December 29, 2020

Metro Manila and Other Areas to Stay Under GCQ Until January 31

President Rodrigo Duterte announced on December 28 that Metro Manila and nine other areas in the country will remain under general community quarantine (GCQ) status until January 31, 2021.
City of Manila Hailed as the Most Competitive City in the PH
December 23, 2020

City of Manila Hailed as the Most Competitive City in the PH

The local government of Manila was awarded as the most competitive highly urbanized city in the Philippines during the 8th Regional Competitiveness Summit held last December 16.
New Normal Guide For Tourists Visiting Boracay Island
December 22, 2020

New Normal Guide For Tourists Visiting Boracay Island

Two months since Boracay re-opened its islands, the number of tourists visiting has increased on a daily basis. With the resumption of the tourism business on the island, several health and safety measures are being followed to ensure safe travel for everyone. Below is a guide for tourists planning to visit Boracay this holiday season!
PH Temporarily Bans Flights from UK Starting December 24 to 31
May 17, 2022

PH Temporarily Bans Flights from UK Starting December 24 to 31

The Philippines temporarily banned flights from the United Kingdom starting December 24 to 31 due to recent concerns over the spread of a new SARS-COV-2 strain, the virus that causes the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), which is currently emerging in the UK.
Foreigners Are Now Allowed Re-Entry in the Philippines by IATF
December 21, 2020

Foreigners Are Now Allowed Re-Entry in the Philippines by IATF

Since last month, the Immigration bureau allowed foreign traders and investors to enter the country amid the Covid-19 pandemic. Now, foreigners who were in the Philippines but temporarily left since December 17 will now be allowed re-entry by the Inter-Agency Task Force for the Management of Emerging Infectious Diseases (IATF-EID).
ManilART 2020 Wrap Up A Safe Immersion in Art Despite the Pandemic
December 21, 2020

ManilART 2020 Wrap Up A Safe Immersion in Art Despite the Pandemic

Held earlier this month from December 9 to 13, the country’s national art fair—ManilART, pulled through with its “2020 Vision for a Future Reimagined.”
The Manila International Auto Show 2020 Opens in the Virtual Space
December 17, 2020

The Manila International Auto Show 2020 Opens in the Virtual Space

MIAS WIRED brings all the country’s top car brands, car accessories, automotive technology, and car enthusiasts together in order to help solve the challenges of the industry in the new normal.
LIST: 11 Grazing Boxes for Holidays and Intimate Home Celebrations
December 23, 2020

LIST: 11 Grazing Boxes for Holidays and Intimate Home Celebrations

Grazing Boxes are always a buzz every holiday season and what better way to start the new year than celebrating simple moments at home with some good Grazing Boxes personalized according to your liking.
Pantone Announces Ultimate Gray and Illuminate as Color of the Year 2021
May 17, 2022

Pantone Announces Ultimate Gray and Illuminate as Color of the Year 2021

Seeing what is essential to lift up the human spirit, Pantone recently introduced PANTONE 17-5104 Ultimate Gray and PANTONE 13-0647 Illuminating as the best colors to represent the mood for Pantone Color of the Year 2021.
What to Expect in Manila International Auto Show Wired 2020
December 14, 2020

What to Expect in Manila International Auto Show Wired 2020

Since its first run in 2005, the Manila International Auto Show (MIAS) has gathered hundreds of thousands of visitors every year through the strong support of almost a thousand local and international partner brands and associations. So what's in store for everyone this year in Manila International Auto Show Wired 2020?
Megaworld Lifestyle Malls Announces 2020 Simbang Gabi Schedule
December 10, 2020

Megaworld Lifestyle Malls Announces 2020 Simbang Gabi Schedule

In observance of the upcoming Holiday season, Megaworld Lifestyle Malls announces its Simbang Gabi, Christmas, and New Year's Holy Mass schedule.
Starbucks Launches The Newest Stojo Collapsible Water Bottles with Philippine-Exclusive Colors!
December 11, 2020

Starbucks Launches The Newest Stojo Collapsible Water Bottles with Philippine-Exclusive Colors!

This time around last year, Starbucks launched their partnership with the brand Stojo releasing fun collapsible water bottles. This year, Starbucks Philippines is bringing back these bottles with Philippine-exclusive colors to choose from!
Japan Airlines to Offer Complimentary COVID-19 Medical Coverage for International Passengers
December 11, 2020

Japan Airlines to Offer Complimentary COVID-19 Medical Coverage for International Passengers

Japan Airlines (JAL) recently announced that the carrier will provide a new service called JAL COVID-19 Cover, as part of its JAL FlySafe program to provide reassurance and support to passengers with essential travel needs during the global pandemic.
LIST: Japanese Restaurants Offering Party Platters for Home Celebrations
December 10, 2020

LIST: Japanese Restaurants Offering Party Platters for Home Celebrations

Go for Japanese cuisine this holiday season and take home these party platters offered by your favorite Japanese restaurants! Whether you want steak or sushi or a whole complete party set for your intimate holiday celebrations, we prepared a list for you below!
LIST: Catering Services That Offers Food Trays for Intimate Holiday Feasts at Home
December 10, 2020

LIST: Catering Services That Offers Food Trays for Intimate Holiday Feasts at Home

If you are having a last-minute dilemma on what food should you have for your holiday feast, we listed down catering services and some restaurants in the metro that offer food trays and ready-to-eat meals that will have your guests impressed!
DOT and Mystery Manila Launches Where in the Philippines is Sam San Mateo Virtual Tour!
May 17, 2022

DOT and Mystery Manila Launches Where in the Philippines is Sam San Mateo Virtual Tour!

Travel at the comforts of your home with the Department of Tourism (DOT) and Mystery Manila's recent partnership for an online mystery tour called “Where in the Philippines is Sam San Mateo?”! The gamified virtual tour employs actual tour guides, stationed in select destinations across the country, to lead the game through video streaming.
What to Expect at ManilART2020’s Vision for a Future Reimagined
December 07, 2020

What to Expect at ManilART2020’s Vision for a Future Reimagined

The onsite component will take place from December 9 to 13 at SMX Convention Center, SM Aura Premier, Taguig City. View the works of hundreds of the country’s top artists showcasing art done in the time of quarantine, which for many involve overcoming great obstacles and forging a collection both memorable and unparalleled.
cuddle in Mitsukoshi BGC Introduces New Yummy Takeout Items
December 07, 2023

cuddle in Mitsukoshi BGC Introduces New Yummy Takeout Items

cuddle in Mitsukoshi Mall - BGC has added new items to their menu.
Netflix Philippines: What’s New This December 2020
December 04, 2020

Netflix Philippines: What’s New This December 2020

Binge-watch your favorite series and their new seasons or go adventurous and check out old and new holiday films that you can watch with your loved-ones!
LIST: Adjusted Holiday Mall Hours 2020
May 17, 2022

LIST: Adjusted Holiday Mall Hours 2020

In observance of this year's holiday season, here's a list of adjusted mall operating hours!