The Department of Health (DoH), together with the European Union (EU) and the World Health Organisation (WHO), recently held discussions on EU support to the Philippine health sector reform agenda, particularly key learnings from two budget support programmes implemented by the EU in the Philippines. The event took place last June 3 at the Manila Hotel.
Aside from the budget support...
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The 13th edition of IFEX Philippines NXTFOOD ASIA recorded a successful opening last May 24 at the World Trade Center Metro Manila. Inaugurated by top government officials and diplomats, the event is considered as the biggest gathering of delectable and export quality food finds.
Philippine food exporters are now enjoying the encouraging response of local and foreign trade buyers...
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While the Liver Cancer and Viral Hepatitis Awareness Month, and the World Hepatitis Day are observed in January and July respectively, taking care of our liver is a lifelong responsibility as it plays an essential role in our body. However, in spite of these campaigns of the Department of Health (DOH) of the Philippines and the World Health Organization (WHO), liver related diseases are still...
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Environmental responsibility has become an important goal for many of today’s companies as there is ever mounting societal and political pressure to meet environmental targets, and you don’t want to be left out of the “green race”. When it comes to “green tech” there is no doubt that equipping your office with eco friendly machines is the best choice both...
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Digital transformation is disrupting businesses on all fronts, including the realms of design and fashion. In line with this trend, brands and companies in these creative fields are now utilizing digital marketing and ecommerce as fast yet cost efficient means to promote and sell their products to various audiences across the globe.
Embarking on its own digital transformation journey...
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The grave course of events set in motion by Thanos that wiped out half the universe and fractured the Avengers ranks compels the remaining Avengers to take one final stand in Marvel Studios’s grand conclusion to twenty two films, Avengers: Endgame.
This April, SM Cinema is standing with Earth’s mightiest heroes as the country's largest film exhibitor kicks off its...
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Now you can choose how you want to enjoy your favorite shows with Converge FREEDOM, Converge ICT Solution’s newest offering. The company intends to revolutionize the way you watch and access content. Powered by its pure fiber Internet, Converge FREEDOM is a streaming service designed to access your content at your own pace and convenience.
“We’re very...
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Mall goers, meet SAM, the country's first ever in mall smart robot. He can roam around and interact with people just like some of the robots that came before him. But most importantly, he can help you with the matters involving your mall hopping experience: shops whereabouts, today's schedules, potential great deals, you name it.
SAM is an artificial intelligent (AI) humanoid robot...
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A crowd of 40,000 people from all over the province of Bulacan and nearby places once again shook the Cast Away Music Festival 2019 held in SM City Baliwag. The biggest music festival in SM City Baliwag featured performances by Side A, True Faith, and Freestyle.
This year's of the music fest breaks 2018's attendance of at least 35,000 music fans, all of which...
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Even with more women joining the workforce, studies have shown that a bulk of the housework is still relegated to the women. This is known as “the second shift”, where the family structures are still holding on to traditional roles in gender equality with regard to the chores that the women are still expected to do. One of them is the laundry. This takes up so much time and energy...
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Eco friendliness and sustainability. Multifunctionality. Mobility. Human centeredness. These are the key lighting design trends to look forward to this 2019, as revealed by Landlite Philippines Corporation (LPC), a leading distributor of lighting fixtures and solutions in the country, as it gathered members of the media, industry partners, and their top clients at the sleek LuxDecor showroom...
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Hollywood is set to make waves once again this 2019 as general entertainment channel Warner TV brings two new television shows by the coming few weeks.
If you're a fan of the likes of Boardwalk Empire, The Walking Dead, Scandal, and even Harry Potter, expect a treat coming ahead as this channel is set to premiere two new shows – Miracle Workers and Whiskey Cavalier –...
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Hot on the heels of its partnership with Netflix for the debut of Korean series Kingdom, LG Philippines has teamed up once again with the online streaming giant to bring another immersive viewing experience with...
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Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. announced its new lineup of Galaxy wearables: Galaxy Watch Active, Galaxy Fit/Galaxy Fit e, and Galaxy Buds. The smartwatch, activity tracker, and cord free earbuds made for a range of lifestyles. For everyone from life balance seekers to those who are looking for extra motivation, Samsung wearables make pursuing wellness goals more convenient, more stylish and...
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Kids who dream of being a captain of the high seas are bound to have more exciting playtimes with the latest Jolly Kiddie Meal toys, the Jollibee Sea Adventure!
With Jollibee’s newest set of connectible toys, kids can enjoy building their own ship headed for a sea voyage together with Jollibee and Friends. There’s Jollibee steering the ship, Hetty pulling the anchor...
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They say that love is spoken in different languages and expressed in different ways. This Valentine’s Day, everyone can show their love in their most personal and meaningful way, whether it is through grand surprises or simple tokens.
Just like how plenty of people meticulously plan out their Valentine’s Day celebrations, Red Ribbon has specially baked and masterfully...
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Hot on the heels of his first solo exhibition after more than 30 years, world renowned Filipino artist Rodolfo Gan recently staged his second solo exhibit titled Prism 2 at Finale Art File in Makati City. Attended by personalities in the local art scene, the exhibit showcased a collection of 11 paintings, highlighting Gan’s mastery in using the airbrush as his signature method in...
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This year, Netflix has put together two things to make most binge worthy stories from South Korea: the thrilling drama set in ancient Korean monarchy and the threat of an impending zombie apocalypse. To take this launch to the next level, Netflix Philippines once again strengthened its partnership with global electronics and home entertainment giant LG.
On January 25, Netflix...
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Master storyteller M. Night Shyamalan is back to shatter you with disturbing revelations and shocking plot twists in his latest masterpiece Glass. Feel the thrill and experience the intensity of this action and suspense filled film at SM Cinema, the largest film exhibitor in the country.
One of the most anticipated sequels of 2019, the superhero thriller...
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Get ready for a popcorn filled day at SM Cinema as they celebrate the beloved and classic movie snack that completes our every movie experience!
Exciting activities await at SM Megamall for those who wish to join the festivities on January 19! Challenge yourself in the popcorn eating contest or choose a team and vote for your favorite popcorn flavor. Be on the lookout as well for Snack...
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ABS CBN’s streaming service iWant is kicking off 2019 with 11.3 million Filipinos streaming its original shows and movies and its archive of Kapamilya programs, films, and live shows – the largest library of Filipino content on any streaming service in the country.
The new iWant recorded 60 million video views in December 2018 and has already gotten two million app...
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It was a Friday full of treat for the both sports and entertainment fans as Austin Creed, more known as WWE Superstar Xavier Woods and the creator of gaming vlog UpUpDownDown, hit the country on Bonifacio Day for a day's jam of gaming, wrestling, and everything that is Filipino in between.
Everyone inside the Mall of Asia were definitely in for a treat of a lifetime when Woods, a...
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AF Payments Inc.’s tap and go payment system beep card ends 2018 on a high note, having completed a series of partnerships and improved services to make payments more convenient to the commuting public.
beep is widely used today to pay for transport services. It can be used in point to point (P2P) buses plying key cities in the metro, and recently, in public utility vehicles such...
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Edifier has opened its first concept store in the Philippines. Banbros Commercial Inc. and PC Express shared a commitment and a solid partnership of expanding Edifier to have its own flagship store. The new establishment is located at the Cyberzone of SM Megamall, one of the prime malls in Metro Manila.
Edifier's concept store showcases a wide range of sound systems for personal...
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ABS CBN Corporation marked its 65th founding anniversary with the inauguration of its brand new sound stages in San Jose del Monte City, Bulacan.
ABS CBN president and chief executive officer Carlo Katigbak said the two sound stages were built to support the company’s efforts towards expanding its audience and content output beyond the Philippines and to foreign...
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The Philippine Finals of the Red Bull Music 3Style recently concluded with DJ Mark Thompson being crowned as the ultimate victor at the Palace in Bonifacio Global City, Taguig, Metro Manila.
One of the premier music tournaments in the world today, Red Bull Music 3Style celebrates its fifth year in the Philippines this 2018. Since its inception, Red Bull Music 3Style has been bringing...
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Scentsmith Perfumery has launched its line of products in a grand fashion at Greenbelt 5 in Makati City.
The brand offers almost 20 variants that fit people according to their preferences, comprising of a clear list of non toxic ingredients, enclosed in a simple, straightforward manner of packaging, and basic no frills bottles. Scentsmith has managed to perfect the art of scenting with...
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MyTown, a co living dormitory brand, has opened its newest building to date in Makati City.
Situated at Harvard Street nearby Kalayaan Avenue in Makati City, MyTown Auckland is the 14th building made by MyTown alongside Philippines Urban Living Solutions (PULS), the country's largest rental housing provider. The residential building comprises of 325 beds, and offers a number of...
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From working the entire day, to doing groceries, and even making time for gym workouts or hanging out with friends, living a hectic and active lifestyle may take a toll on your stamina. Help boost your energy throughout the day with Vitasoy Classic.
Vitasoy Universal Robina Corporation (VURC) offers Hongkong’s well loved soy milk drink to suit everyone’s on the go...
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Thirty gorgeous Miss Earth candidates join Connext Insurance Agency, an emerging and innovative insurance provider, and FPG Insurance, the major player in the general insurance industry and leader in motor insurance coverage, in pushing the envelope to move toward ‘paperless’ insurance policy during an event at The Viridian in Greenhills, San Juan City.
The event was...
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The viewing experience of SKY subscribers receives a boost as SKY launches its all new SKY On Demand box that enables access to HD cable TV and streaming from Netflix, YouTube, and its very own online streaming service for subscribers, SKY On Demand – all from the same box.
With the SKY On Demand box, subscribers can enjoy premium channels like HBO, Cinemax, Fox Sports, Food...
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FWD Life Insurance, together with its partner Humanity & Inclusion (formerly known as
Handicap International), celebrated the beginning of the Forward Together project which aims to help young people with disabilities find employment opportunities in the Philippines and beyond.
Through the regional partnership initially announced by the insurer in the first half of 2018...
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Now on its 68th edition, the country’s premiere trade platform for exports and design, Manila FAME, will gather the country’s best micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) on October 19 21, at the World Trade Center Metro Manila, Pasay City, Philippines.
Limitless possibilities abound in Manila FAME 2018
The bi annual trade show will continue to...
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Uratex recently launched in the Philippines TRILL: Mattress in a Box, the first ever high quality and versatile mattress in a most creative packaging. Using advanced, innovative technologies, it even has a plush side and firm side that can be switched in one easy flip to suit different desired levels of comfort.
The product launch was graced by executives and representatives from...
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HOOQ, the largest video on demand service in Southeast Asia, ushers in Arrowverse: The Next Wave this October to DC Comics fans with the launch of the latest seasons of top rated U.S. TV series The Flash and Supergirl packed with complete box sets available to fuel your binge watch experience on multiple devices – anytime, anywhere.
“Fans of Hollywood can always count on...
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Since opening the doors of the digital life and rewards to users three years ago, freenet today continues to give access to the most exciting rewards and experiences to its users this time through a one of a kind digital concert extravaganza dubbed READ MORE...
Everyday, we see or hear how technology is revolutionizing various industries. From AI, machine learning, to blockchain, digital technologies are changing the world as we know it. And Microsoft is making sure its partners are equipped to drive innovation in this age of digital transformation.
Microsoft sees its partner’s success as its own and is squarely focused on delivering a...
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Shopee joined forces with leading fashion brands including Bench, Silverworks, CLN, Watch Republic, Banana Peel, Avel Designs, and Unisilver to kick off Shopee Fashion Week. From 19 to 25 September, users can indulge themselves with up to 95% off men’s and women’s fashion categories including apparel, shoes, and accessories.
Catering to the diverse fashion tastes of all...
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Leading mobile money provider GCash teamed up with the number one online mall Lazada to provide a more convenient way of checking out your shopping cart.
GCash users can now pay directly using their GCash wallet upon checking out. An existing user will just need to select GCash as the payment method, link their GCash registered mobile number, and tap a button to confirm payment. The...
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It’s all about coffee this September at Tim Hortons as the Canadian coffee chain brand spotlights everyone’s favorite morning brew.
“We have always been known for our fresh sandwiches and baked goods and of course, our great coffee,” said Stephanie Guerrero marketing director of Tim Hortons Philippines. “For this month, we want to highlight the expertise...
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There are many things that make us feel at home laughing and spending quality time with our favorite people, munching on our go to comfort food along with a refreshing drink, or even listening to a song that brings back precious memories.
When we return to where we feel valued and accepted, when we’re reunited with the things and the people we love, when we look gratefully at...
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Today, many fashionable Filipinas are turning to basics to create standout looks. Monochromatic outfits are all the rage in some of the top fashion capitals of the world – from New York to Milan, Tokyo to Paris – all white looks dominate runways and walkways. This trend has now caught on here in the Philippines with fashionable Filipinas rocking the look everywhere.
And to...
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To a crowd of journalists and food enthusiasts, David De Candia, The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf’s Senior Director for Tea revealed his latest creation specially crafted exclusively for the Filipinos, Paradise Blend.
The internationally renowned tea specialist, David De Candia, arrived in Manila for a series of workshops entitled “Discover Tea.” After an insightful...
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Awesome superhero adventures await young children with the new Jollibee Kiddie Meal toys – Teen Titans Go! To the Movies. Jolly kids can join forces with Robin, Beast Boy, Raven, Cyborg, and Starfire to fight crime and save the day.
These cute collectibles of the entire superhero squad are just in time for the newly released animated film, Teen Titans Go! To the...
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Tim Hortons is all set to bring warmth and comfort to its Pinoy patrons this rainy season, as the Canadian quick service restaurant brings its entire array of choco goodness to the table, featuring the limited edition Chocolicious Donut and White Hot Chocolate creations.
Soothe your sweet tooth with Tim Hortons’s Chocolicious Donut, a yeast filled donut dipped in white fondant...
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Landing Resorts Philippines Development Corporation (“Landing Philippines”), a wholly owned subsidiary of Landing International Development Limited, together with its subsidiaries (the “Group”, HKEX Code: 00582) is on track to open a Filipino inspired iconic integrated leisure and entertainment resort at the Entertainment City in Barangay Tambo, City of...
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This August, SM Cinema is bringing to the silver screen Unfriended: Dark Web, a standalone sequel to the 2015 film Unfriended.
This movie allows us to traverse the computer mediated world, bringing us from the World Wide Web to the deeper and anonymous side of the Internet, the dark web.
A young man in the story gets a chance to possess a stranger's laptop and goes...
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A holistic approach to physical health, from exercising regularly to maintaining proper dietary and sleeping habits, is key to maintaining a fast paced lifestyle. To empower individuals to better understand their health needs and achieve their wellness goals, Pru Life UK has partnered with Hong Kong based Prenetics Limited to introduce the myDNA Pro mobile app – an easy to use...
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Of all the art forms, abstract painting is said to touch a wide spectrum of emotions, simply because it does not present a rigidly defined set of images, but leaves its interpretation up to the beholder.
Renowned Czech abstract artist and designer, Radim Kacer, ponders: “Abstract painting doesn't mean anything; it’s supposed to only evoke imagination. It's like a mirror for...
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When it comes to Filipino snack time favorites, Rebisco is a household name among families, friends and working professionals. Who doesn’t have fond memories of munching on the creamy goodness of Marie as a child? Or opening their baon to find staples such as Rebisco Sandwich, Rebisco Crackers, and Hansel?
With an extensive portfolio of some of the nation’s most beloved...
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Making school activities and homework more fun and exciting, HP and The Walt Disney Company SEA have joined forces in bringing the HP Homework Rescue campaign to the Philippines. The new campaign highlights HP printers as key tools in helping students come up with fresh, creative outputs for school.
Putting HP Homework Rescue in a real world scenario, HP and Disney went to...
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Welcoming the Philippine cinema release of Mission: Impossible – Fallout, a Paramount Pictures Corporation and Skydance Media film, Kärcher has launched a promotional partnership with this sixth installment action spy movie, demonstrating how impossible cleaning is possible through the company’s range of products, while also paying homage to the iconic film franchise...
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Acer Philippines recently kicked off its annual Acer Day celebration at the Glorietta Palm Drive Activity Center. With the theme “Play Music Together”, the launch event doubled as a concert and dance show featuring Moira dela Torre and IV of Spades, both youth music icons of today, as well as renowned dance troupe the G Force.
Introduced last year, Acer Day saw its...
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Craving for the distinctly savory flavors of the Pinoy favorite Bistek Tagalog? Jollibee, the country’s number one fast food brand, has you covered with its latest offering: the all new Bistek Burger Steak!
This savory sour twist to a classic Jollibee favorite evokes all the deliciousness of Bistek Tagalog with the 100% pure beefy goodness of a Burger Steak patty, a generous...
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Synergy88 Entertainment Media Inc. has announced that their upcoming TV Series will go on air on GMA 7 starting this October. The announcement was made today by Jyotirmoy Saha, CEO of August Media Holdings; Jackeline Chua, Managing Director and Co Founder of Synergy88 Entertainment Media Inc. and Takahiro Kishimoto, Head of Animation, International Business Department of TV Asahi.
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A refined and cultured afternoon took place at the National Museum of Natural History where Korean giant LG introduced to the Philippine media the newest LG OLED Wallpaper TV, which looked like a classy addition to the museum's resplendent atmosphere. The event is part of the many activities of LG Philippines as it celebrates its 30th anniversary.
Hosted by LG Philippines's brand...
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After its launch in Metro Manila last year, Piip, the first mobile application created to help businesses promote products and services effortlessly, is now on its way to expand not only in the Philippines, but also in other markets in Asia.
Enabling its users called Piipsters to receive latest updates without unwanted ads, Piip is a new messenger app that gives customers the ability...
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It’s that time of the year again for fans, artists, and geeks to unite as Warner TV Pop Expo staged a bigger, better, and geekier pop culture experience last Saturday, July 14, at Bonifacio High Street in Taguig City.
This year, Warner TV Pop Expo celebrated comics, art, movie, and TV series, as well as board and video games and all things tech. The day long event boasted fun and...
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Korean culture is no stranger to us Filipinos. While not everyone is into it, many of us, for sure, are familiar with K dramas and K pop songs. In 2017, around 19 K pop concerts took place in the Philippines: that is as frequent as typhoons visit our country every year. As the Korean culture conquers the country by storm, the desire among Filipinos to authentically experience it in its native...
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Strategically surrounded by some of the country's most prestigious educational institutions, namely the Ateneo de Manila University, Miriam College, and the University of the Philippines, The LIB in Katipunan is a cafe obviously targeted toward the young, upscale demographic of the area.
Located along Esteban Abada Street, The LIB is part of restaurant brands under the Cravings Group...
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The Philippines's first ever DC Super Heroes Cafe recently opened its doors to the public at SM Megamall in Mandaluyong City.
True to the name of the new foodie hotspot, the Cafe features an interior design and menu entirely inspired by more than 80 years of DC Comics's rich spectrum of animated movies, comic books, films, and television series.
Entering the Cafe, pop culture...
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K pop hearththrobs Nichkhun of boy band 2PM and actor host Alexander "Xander" Lee are set to face off against celebrity cousins Ciara Sotto an Danica Sotto Pingris in the second season of One Night Food Trip International Edition airing exclusively on tvN Asia starting July 30, 2018 at 18:30 (GMT+).
Inspired by the popular Korean food competition show One Night Food Trip, the...
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A new restaurant is spicing up the already vibrant food scene in the Philippines with the arrival of Akrotiri Modern Eurasian Cuisine featuring a fusion of diverse coastal food cultures from all over the world.
"We wanted to bring our knowledge to the Philippines and use all the incredible food that's in the East and blended with the West," said Akrotiri General Manager, David...
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Filipino music enthusiasts are set to gather once again at this year's Fête de la Musique in Manila, organized by Alliance Francaise de Manille (AFM) in partnership with B Side Productions. The 24th edition of Fête de la Musique follows last year's monumental success which produced more than 30 stages and welcomed over 30,000 music lovers. This year's celebration is happening...
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Let's face it. No matter how much we love our feline friends at home, cat poop is generally offensive. Although we can contain its physical presence within the four corners of the litter box, its smell is undeniably hard to contain. Thankfully, Taiwan based Conary Enterprise Co., Ltd., is taking a leaf out of NASA's (National Aeronautics and Space Administration) book, bringing a "space age"...
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Promoting the admirable talent of Filipinos in the field of the arts, Robinsons Land Corporation joined forces with the Art Association of the Philippines (AAP) in launching the first ever Robinsons Land National Art Competition 2018, hosted by Summit Hotels and Resorts.
The art competition, titled Kulayan ang Ganda ng Pilipinas, aims to increase awareness and appreciation for...
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New Era teams up with Gloc 9 in unveiling the leading street fashion brand’s first Filipino collaborated cap collection, just in time for the celebration of the 120th Philippine Independence Day. The launch was held during Gloc 9's concert at the Trinoma Activity Center in Quezon City.
"We are very proud to work with a great Filipino talent like Gloc 9 for this special...
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The already vibrant heart of Central Luzon is set to beat further as AC Beautiful Island Realty Development Corporation (ACBI) unveils a new retail and commercial hub dubbed as The Shoppes at The Infinity, the first and largest central business district in the region.
"The Shoppes, a sprawling retail strip within the upcoming vibrant fully integrated city will offer 15,600 square...
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Over 70 makers from all over the Philippines will showcase local ingenuity combining art and science at the upcoming Manila Mini Maker Faire (MMMF), happening from June 23 to 24 at The Mind Museum in Bonifacio Global City. Spearheaded by The Mind Museum, Make Magazine, and co presenter 3M Philippines, this year's MMMF aims to establish a stronger community of makers through collaboration and...
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Sharp Philippines Corporation is introducing an array of new products that will upgrade Filipino consumers' homes. SPC's newly announced roster consists of AQUOS LED 4K and 8K television series, and the Super Premium IoT (Internet of Things) Inverter Air Conditioner. In addition, SPC announced its "locally made products" campaign.
Following the release of the world's first 8K display...
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Hot on the heels of its show stopping events in South Africa and France, LG Electronics finally brought its annual InnoFest roadshow to Asia. Witnessed by more than 250 representatives from all over the region, InnoFest Asia 2018 took place at the new LG Science Park in Seoul, South Korea from April 23 to 25.
“LG InnoFest is the perfect opportunity to introduce our unique ThinQ...
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Expanding its presence in the digital space, Starbucks rolled out the Starbucks PH App, a mobile application that provides an efficient and cashless means for customers to purchase Starbucks products in more than 300 stores across the market. The launch of the Starbucks PH App makes the company the first coffee retailer to offer such a kind of innovation, integrating the popular Starbucks Card...
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