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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.
Bonifacio High Street Reopens With New Measures to Make Shopping Safe and Hassle-Free
June 15, 2020

Bonifacio High Street Reopens With New Measures to Make Shopping Safe and Hassle-Free

As it opens its doors once again, Bonifacio High Street (BHS) ensures safe and hassle-free shopping and dining experiences that cater to the needs of the BGC community.
PH and China Mark 45 Years of Diplomatic Relations This 2020
June 12, 2020

PH and China Mark 45 Years of Diplomatic Relations This 2020

As the Philippines and China celebrate the 45th Anniversary of Diplomatic Relations as well as the 19th China-Philippines Friendship Day last June 9, 2020, InfinitUs Marketing Solutions, Inc. released a music video to showcase the friendship between the Philippines and China for the past years!
Tokyo Milk Cheese Factory Philippines Launches Cow Cow Ice Delivery for Metro Manila
June 18, 2020

Tokyo Milk Cheese Factory Philippines Launches Cow Cow Ice Delivery for Metro Manila

Tokyo Milk Cheese Factory Philippines is finally bringing its best-selling ice cream to your doorstep to help you stay cool at home.
UNIQLO To Open its Online Store in the PH
June 08, 2020

UNIQLO To Open its Online Store in the PH

If you love UNIQLO's line of LifeWear Apparel, here's a piece of good news for you!
Hotel Okura Manila Launches Japanese Cuisine Takeout Service
June 15, 2020

Hotel Okura Manila Launches Japanese Cuisine Takeout Service

Hotel Okura Manila is offering its Japanese cuisine for pick-up and takeout service called Okura At Home.
LIST: Malls and Shopping Centers Open in Metro Manila Amid GCQ
June 05, 2020

LIST: Malls and Shopping Centers Open in Metro Manila Amid GCQ

Here's a list of malls in Metro Manila that have re-opened amid the General Community Quaranting for your shopping needs.
Local Airlines Resume Commercial Flights This June
June 04, 2020

Local Airlines Resume Commercial Flights This June

Local airline companies will be gradually resuming their commercial flights after two months of temporary stopping operations due to the COVID-19 threat.
Spotify Records a Spike of Listeners for Tunes Perfect for Home-Based Activities
June 02, 2020

Spotify Records a Spike of Listeners for Tunes Perfect for Home-Based Activities

As per the data that Spotify has drawn between April 17 to May 17, 2020, listeners are soundtracking activities that encompass gardening, homeschooling, painting, and dyeing their hair.
Primer’s COVID-19 Daily Update: April 30, 2020
April 30, 2020

Primer’s COVID-19 Daily Update: April 30, 2020

To keep you in the loop on the recent COVID-19 situation in the Philippines, Philippine Primer rounded up the latest updates you need to know.