Free LRT-2, MRT-3 rides for Senior Citizens from October 1-7
It's a special week for lolos and lolas because they get to ride on the LRT-2 and MRT-3 from October 1 to 7 for FREE!
Signal Rock is Philippines’ entry to Oscar Awards
The Film Academy of the Philippines (FAP) has chosen Signal Rock as the country’s next contender for nomination and possibly 1st Oscars-approved nominee to the 91st Academy Awards in 2019.
300 Scholars Collaborate: 12 New Ways To Appreciate Pinoy Art &...
When local and international students and researchers look for the most authoritative and comprehensive collection of information about Philippine art and culture, the Encyclopedia of Philippine Art published by the Cultural Center of the Philippines is at the forefront of the research list.
How BanKo microfinance boosts growth of SEMEs
Access to bigger loans with low repayment amounts and long payment periods gives self-employed microentrepreneurs (SEME) the means to expand their business operations, said BanKo president Jerome Minglana.
A Foreigner’s first impression of Filipinos
This guy thought Thailand was the land of smiles until he went to the Philippines!
Maku Espelita wins Mister Model of the Planet
Filipino model and pageant title holder Maku Espelita was crowned Mister Model of the Planet 2018 in Myanmar.
Junk Not recycled furniture stars in Paris Design Week
Junk Not, the social enterprise set up by interior designer Wilhelmina “Willie” S. Garcia, was in the spotlight during the Paris Design Week (PDW) held in September.
Why You Should Start Investing Now
Some people have the wrong notion when it comes to investing. They think that they should start investing only when they reach the age of 40 or 50.
5 Pinoy Facts about Utah Valley University President Astrid Tuminez
New Utah Valley University (UVU) President Astrid S. Tuminez is all-around Pinoy and proudly carries her heritage to her new post.
Team Philippines sweep Boys & Girls titles in 13th Asian Tennis...
Filipino tennis players swept all 4 titles at the Sarawak 13th Asian Tennis Federation ASIAN 14 and under series held September in Malaysia.
Milan-based Filipino designer Korn Taylor showcases creations in London Fashion Week
Milan-based Filipino fashion designer Korn Taylor was given the honor of presenting his designs on the finale walk at the London Fashion Week in September.
New MMA world champion Joshua Pacio dedicates win to Ompong-stricken Cordillerans
The new Filipino MMA world champion Joshua “The Passion” Pacio is dedicating his winning of the One Championship Strawweight belt to the Cordillera people who recently suffered damages brought by typhoon Ompong.
Pilmico turns farmers into partners for growth
When super typhoon Yolanda struck the country in 2013, it destroyed almost everything Retchel Pasturan’s family owned. “Nahurot. Naguba dyud totally an balay (Gone. Our house was totally damaged),” Pasturan, a 35-year-old backyard farmer in Ormoc City, said.
Pia Wurtzbach is 1st Filipino with Madame Tussaud Wax Museum statue
Filipina beauty queen Pia Wurtzbach has been chosen as the first Filipino wax figure to be included in Madame Tussaud’s Wax Museum Hongkong.
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X Factor Romania judge compares Bella Santiago’s fiery performance to Beyonce
Filipina singer Bella Santiago conquered Romania and the world of X Factor as she won over the judges and netizens with her powerful performance of Jessie J.’s “Bang Bang.”
Sulu youth promote peace through “coffee time”
Is there a connection between coffee and peace?
Q&A Wilson Lee Flores with Ramon Ang, of dreams of a...
The first and last impression of a country shown to tourists and investors is the airport, so no wonder there’s now a frenetic race among Asian countries to modernize and expand their showcase airports like Singapore’s Changi airport with its new Terminal 4, as well as developing a new Terminal 5.
Filipino bowlers harvest 21 golds in Asia-Pacific Masters Games in Malaysia
The Philippines recorded a major triumph in the tenpin bowling competition at the Asia-Pacific Masters Games in Perai, Penang, Malaysia.
Zara Carbonell wins 1st Miss Tourism Worldwide Crown in Indonesia
The Philippines captures another international beauty pageant.
Maine Mendoza rocks the cosmetics world, MAC lipstick sold out in...
A record sale for a lipstick brand in the Philippines! Maine Mendoza's co-designed lipstick with international makeup brand MAC was sold out in just 60 seconds after its online release on September 21.