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MMDA to Deploy 1,000 Personnel for the 2020 Traslacion of the Black Nazarene
January 09, 2020

MMDA to Deploy 1,000 Personnel for the 2020 Traslacion of the Black Nazarene

MMDA deploys 1,000 personnel to aid in the upcoming 2020 Traslacion of the Black Nazarene on January 9.
PH Manufacturers Joins Ambiente 2020 in Germany
June 06, 2022

PH Manufacturers Joins Ambiente 2020 in Germany

Filipino creativity will be recognized once again in the global scene as Philippine manufacturers will participate in the world's leading trade fair Ambiente 2020, which will take place at Messe Frankfurt, Germany on February 7 to 11, 2020.
Netflix Philippines: What’s New This January 2020
June 06, 2022

Netflix Philippines: What’s New This January 2020

Here's a quick rundown of binge-worthy shows coming to Netflix this month!
Duty Free and BI Launch New Online Shopping Validation System
January 03, 2020

Duty Free and BI Launch New Online Shopping Validation System

The Duty Free Philippines Corporation (DFPC) in collaboration with the Bureau of Immigration (BI) will launch a new validation system in January 2020 that will verify legitimate Duty Free shoppers.
Philippine Airlines and Smart Launch the PAL Smart Travel SIM for Travelers
June 06, 2022

Philippine Airlines and Smart Launch the PAL Smart Travel SIM for Travelers

Philippine Airlines and Smart Communications, Inc., launches the Smart PAL Travel SIM that will allow travelers to have the perks of a local SIM without hefty fines.
DOT Welcomes Japanese Couple as PH’s 8-Millionth Tourist in 2019
January 03, 2020

DOT Welcomes Japanese Couple as PH’s 8-Millionth Tourist in 2019

To cap a great year for Philippine tourism, the Department of Tourism (DOT) welcomed the Philippines' eight millionth visitor for 2019 last December 27.
7 Bazaars to Watch Out For This 2020
June 06, 2022

7 Bazaars to Watch Out For This 2020

Here's a quick rundown of bazaars to look forward to this year!
Siargao Among Condé Nast Traveller’s Top Holiday Destinations for 2020
January 03, 2020

Siargao Among Condé Nast Traveller’s Top Holiday Destinations for 2020

The Philippines received yet another international recognition from luxury travel magazine Condé Nast Traveller as Siargao was declared one of their top holiday destinations for 2020, landing at the 8th spot on the list.
Construction of Metro Manila Subway Project Formally Begins With Site Clearing Works
January 04, 2020

Construction of Metro Manila Subway Project Formally Begins With Site Clearing Works

Construction of the country's first subway, the Metro Manila Subway Project formally begins with site clearing operations.
Learn PH History in Transit with Waze and DOT’s ‘100 Days in the Philippines’ Project
January 04, 2020

Learn PH History in Transit with Waze and DOT’s ‘100 Days in the Philippines’ Project

Popular navigation app Waze partners with the Department of Tourism for "100 Days in the Philippines," a project that aims to highlight the colorful history and culture of the country.
10 Books to Read This January 2020
January 02, 2020

10 Books to Read This January 2020

Encompassing different genres of fiction, here is a list of new books to read this January.
Schengen Visa Rules Set To Change by February 2020
June 06, 2022

Schengen Visa Rules Set To Change by February 2020

Traveling to Europe soon? You may need to double-check your requirements as Schengen Visa rules are set to change effective February 2020.
Pantone Introduces Classic Blue as 2020 Color of the Year
December 31, 2019

Pantone Introduces Classic Blue as 2020 Color of the Year

If you happen to love color blue, 2020 is definitely your year!
Manny Pacquiao Ranks 8th in Forbes’ Highest-Paid Athletes Of The Decade
January 02, 2020

Manny Pacquiao Ranks 8th in Forbes’ Highest-Paid Athletes Of The Decade

Manny Pacquiao makes it to Forbes' list of highest-paid athletes of the decade!
2019 Lookback: Top 10 Newsmakers in the Philippines
December 30, 2019

2019 Lookback: Top 10 Newsmakers in the Philippines

As we bid goodbye to 2019, it’s time to look back on some of the news worthy events of the year as we list down the top 10 newsmakers of 2019!
DOT, City Government in Talks to Develop Quezon Memorial Circle
June 06, 2022

DOT, City Government in Talks to Develop Quezon Memorial Circle

The Department of Tourism (DOT) together with the local government of Quezon City is in the works to sustainably develop and enhance the Quezon Memorial Circle (QMC).
Google PH Releases Lists of 2019 Top Trending Searches
June 06, 2022

Google PH Releases Lists of 2019 Top Trending Searches

If you are curious about what most Filipinos searched online this 2019, Google PH, fortunately, rounded up a few lists of top trending searches for 2019 to take us back on what people have been busy searching about online!
7 Places to Enjoy Kirin Ichiban Draft Beer in the Metro
December 30, 2019

7 Places to Enjoy Kirin Ichiban Draft Beer in the Metro

Try Japan's finest beer⁠—Kirin Ichiban! With every sip, it boasts 100% malt beer, made with premium well-selected ingredients.
Buklog Ritual of Zamboanga’s Subanen Tribe Inscribed in UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage List
December 28, 2019

Buklog Ritual of Zamboanga’s Subanen Tribe Inscribed in UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage List

Subanen's Buklog is the first Philippine element to be inscribed on the list.
Siargao Recognized as One of the Best Backpacking Destinations for 2020
June 06, 2022

Siargao Recognized as One of the Best Backpacking Destinations for 2020

For its breathtaking scenery, exciting nightlife and surf spots, Siargao was recognized by Hostelworld as One of the Best Backpacking Destinations for 2020.