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Shop Online at Shangri-La Plaza Through JoyRide and MyKuya Apps
July 14, 2020

Shop Online at Shangri-La Plaza Through JoyRide and MyKuya Apps

The Shang has teamed up with delivery apps JoyRide and MyKuya to help bring Shang brands and products straight to shoppers’ doorsteps.
UNIQLO to Officially Open Its Online Store With an Online Event on July 16
July 10, 2020

UNIQLO to Officially Open Its Online Store With an Online Event on July 16

Japanese global apparel retailer, UNIQLO, is set to officially launch its online store in an online live event through UNIQLO’s Facebook page on July 16, 2020.
LIST: Bike Shops and Cycling Stores in the Metro
October 16, 2020

LIST: Bike Shops and Cycling Stores in the Metro

For those who want to try biking to get to places in the new normal, we have listed stores in the metro that not only sell bike units but also parts and the proper gear and apparel for riding.
Non-Essential Travel Now Allowed for Filipinos as IATF Lifts Ban
July 09, 2020

Non-Essential Travel Now Allowed for Filipinos as IATF Lifts Ban

Presidential Spokesperson Harry Roque has announced that the Inter-Agency Task Force for the Management of Emerging Infectious Diseases (IATF-EID) lifted the ban on non-essential travel of Filipinos across the country and abroad.
Shake Shack’s Chick’n Shack Sandwich Arrives in Manila Branches on July 10
July 08, 2020

Shake Shack’s Chick’n Shack Sandwich Arrives in Manila Branches on July 10

The Chick’n Shack, Shake Shack’s celebrated chicken sandwich, lands in the two Manila Shacks, Central Square and Mega Fashion Hall, starting Friday, July 10th.
Asian Eye Institute Provides Virtual Consultations and Eye Care Essentials Delivery for Patients Amid GCQ
November 13, 2020

Asian Eye Institute Provides Virtual Consultations and Eye Care Essentials Delivery for Patients Amid GCQ

The Asian Eye Institute is offering alternative services that can be done in the comforts of patients' homes including virtual consultations with their expert and reputable doctors and delivery of eye care essentials.
LIST: 7 Useful Applications for Virtual Meetings
October 27, 2020

LIST: 7 Useful Applications for Virtual Meetings

Because we know that remote work is mostly observed nowadays, we listed down applications your team can use in conducting meetings.
LIST: Where to Shop for Clothes and Fashion Items Online
May 18, 2022

LIST: Where to Shop for Clothes and Fashion Items Online

Here are some brands that have their own mobile applications where you can safely shop from home for fashion items to your heart's content.
Mercato Central Opens Cloud Kitchen for Online Delivery
July 02, 2020

Mercato Central Opens Cloud Kitchen for Online Delivery

Bonifacio Global City's iconic night food market, Mercato Centrale, opened its very own cloud kitchen portal where customers can order ready-to-eat meals from a roaster of home-based vendors perfect for home delivery.
LTO Temporarily Suspends Issuance of Student-Driver’s Permit
May 23, 2022

LTO Temporarily Suspends Issuance of Student-Driver’s Permit

The Land Transportation Office (LTO) suspends the issuance of student-driver permits starting from today, July 1.
Duterte Announces New Quarantine Classifications Effective Until June 15
July 01, 2020

Duterte Announces New Quarantine Classifications Effective Until June 15

President Rodrigo Duterte announced the implementation of new quarantine classifications with an updated list of areas that will take effect for two weeks starting July 1 to 15.
Cook Your Own Ramen at Home With Ramen Nagi’s Ramen to Go Boxes
June 30, 2020

Cook Your Own Ramen at Home With Ramen Nagi’s Ramen to Go Boxes

Whip up a delectable bowl (or two!) of your favorite Ramen Nagi ramen right at your home with their Ramen to Go boxes!
APERITIF’s Signature Cookies Now Available at FamilyMart
June 26, 2020

APERITIF’s Signature Cookies Now Available at FamilyMart

APERITIF recently partnered with FamilyMart to bring their signature ooey-gooey chocolate chip cookies closer to cookie lovers around Metro Manila this quarantine season.
LIST: Modern PUJ and City Bus Routes in Metro Manila Post ECQ
June 25, 2020

LIST: Modern PUJ and City Bus Routes in Metro Manila Post ECQ

The Department of Transportation (DOTr) has come up with "a partial, gradual, calculated, and in phases approach in providing mobility to commuters" to be carried out as public transportation resumes.
June 23, 2020

CAAP Releases List of Airports with LGU Clearance to Resume Commercial Flights

The Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) released a full list of airports in the country that were granted approval from respective local government units (LGUs) to resume operations of commercial flights.
Caruso Ristorante Italiano Now Open for Takeout, Delivery, and Pick-up Services
June 18, 2020

Caruso Ristorante Italiano Now Open for Takeout, Delivery, and Pick-up Services

Frequent diners of Caruso can now savor their favorite Italian dishes at the comfort of their own home like they are still dining inside a fine dining restaurant.
Toyota Philippines Launches 2020 Model of Best-Selling Hatchback Toyota Wigo
June 19, 2020

Toyota Philippines Launches 2020 Model of Best-Selling Hatchback Toyota Wigo

The 2020 Wigo lineup is headlined by the new TRD S, a sporty and exciting variant perfectly designed for an adventurous driving experience.
LIST: Restaurants, Fast-Food Chains Now Open for Dine-in in GCQ
July 09, 2020

LIST: Restaurants, Fast-Food Chains Now Open for Dine-in in GCQ

Here are restaurants in areas under general community quarantine (GCQ) that resumed their dine-in operations!
Rustan’s The Beauty Source Rolls Out New Personalized Shopping Service
June 17, 2020

Rustan’s The Beauty Source Rolls Out New Personalized Shopping Service

Rustan’s The Beauty Source assists you in replenishing your beauty dressers in the safety of your own home with Personal Shopper on Call—their newest personalized service to make your shopping easier.
PRRD Extends GCQ in Metro Manila and Other Areas Until June 30
June 17, 2020

PRRD Extends GCQ in Metro Manila and Other Areas Until June 30

President Rodrigo Duterte approved the Inter-Agency Task Force for the Management of Emerging Infectious Diseases' (IATF) recommendation to extend the General Community Quarantine (GCQ) classification in Metro Manila and other areas until June 30.