foodpanda the leading global online food delivery platform that operates in more than 40 countries and partner to over 1,000 restaurants nationwide—collaborated with Globe Business to come up with a solution to aid KaPanda riders in connecting to the brand’s delivery app, communicating with customers, and boosting their daily operations.
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[05 AUGUST 2020] With stricter quarantine measures set to be imposed in parts of the country once again, many will be relying on delivery services for their everyday essential needs. To help ensure the safety of delivery riders, PayMaya is encouraging them to use contactless payments via PayMaya QR in partner merchants, which will also give them additional benefits and...
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Looking at the brighter side, we are all yearning for this pandemic to end so we can go out and experience fun with friends and family.
Travelling has truly changed beyond recognition since the COVID 19 pandemic, as a result of the implementation of quarantine. And as many experts from the World Health Organization (WHO) predict, this virus will be with us for a long...
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For maritime training centers, providing an excellent learning experience for future seafarers requires relevant course designs, exceptional faculty, as well as state of the art facilities and equipment. These elements will help develop the students into highly competent marine professionals who are well prepared to face the challenges of the shipping industry.
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As the world begins to reopen after the global effort to limit the spread of Covid 19, the Repsol Honda Team pairing of Marc Marquez and Alex Marquez have been able to transition towards how they would normally train. Following all the guidelines and safety recommendations of the government and health experts, the two riders from Cervera returned to cycling outdoors in early May.
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The government recently relaxed the community quarantine guidelines, which gradually reopens up the economy. Thousands of workers are finally allowed to go to their offices, provided they follow strict health and safety protocols
Although public transport will be operational, still, there are lots of limitations to ensure social distancing among passengers. For instance, in the...
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In line with its vision to make a positive impact on every single business, PLDT Enterprise enables the expansion of JoyRide and Happy Move’s business operations through its connectivity services.
JoyRide and Happy Move, a motorcycle ride hailing firm that has innovated to become a delivery service, tie up with PLDT Enterprise to equip their drivers and riders with communication...
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The Department of Transportation (DOTR), in partnership with PLDT Enterprise and Vectras, Inc., recently deployed Smart tracking solutions to its bus units serving health workers to aid them in their daily travel going to and from different hospitals across Metro Manila.
Through this service, frontliners get to see the exact GPS locations of their free shuttle service from...
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With the entire country on quarantine because of the COVID 19 Pandemic, mobility in the country is practically at a standstill.
According to a report titled “Consumer Behavior During The Pandemic,” lockdowns and quarantines have reduced mobility by 80 percent in the Philippines and Malaysia, and 60 percent in Singapore and Vietnam. Traffic was reduced due to social...
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As a leader in digital imaging solutions, Canon Marketing Philippines proudly spearheads another successful digital transformation journey for one of the leading fuel companies in the country, SEAOIL Philippines. The almost three year long process for SEAOIL aims to improve some of its business processes and pro actively keep up with today’s fast paced, digitized environment by providing...
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As we all know by now, millions of Filipinos, especially those in areas under the Enhanced Community Quarantine (ECQ), are changing their buying behaviors. With the country’s response to stop the spread of the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID 19), retail stores, malls, and even restaurants have been closed until further notice.
The ECQ encourages people to do physical...
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Honda Philippines, Inc. (HPI), the leading motorcycle manufacturer in the country, is set to take on the Asia Road Racing Championship (ARRC) as it confirms Troy Alberto for SuperSports 600 (SS600) this year. Its single bike entry be run together with Access Plus Racing and compete as Honda Philippines Okada Manila Access Plus Racing.
HPI Racing Team rider Troy Alberto is no stranger...
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We live in the digital age of technology where we can purchase anything with just a click. As such, businessmen are now moving to the online world and have a legitimate online business. This year, the e commerce market is expected to grow to a market value of USD1.091 million in the Philippines, according to Statista.com.
Filipinos love technology and the convenience it brings to them.
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HONG KONG – The new Nissan LEAF will go on sale in Indonesia and the Philippines by 2020, underscoring Nissan’s commitment to drive electrification in the region. The expanded availability of the world’s best selling electric vehicle is an important part of Nissan’s goal to electrify one fourth of its sales volume under its midterm plan, Nissan M.O.V.E.
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Ford Philippines has introduced a series of enhancements to its entire Ford Ranger lineup to further expand ownership of the pickup truck to more customers.
“Our Ford Ranger portfolio remains at the top of the chain when it comes to class leading features. This year, we have gone further by bringing more features and upgrades in all our Ranger trucks while retaining current...
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Ford Philippines is extending the operating hours of its Customer Relationship Center (CRC) as part of its efforts to enhance the customer experience.
Starting March 1, 2020, the Ford CRC will be open every Saturday from 8:00am to 5:00pm to assist customers on after sales and service transactions beyond its usual operating hours during weekdays.
“We recognize that our...
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Key feature changes include a new front grille design, rear view camera, power liftgate, LED headlamps with daytime running lamps, and additional driver knee airbag, bringing total number of airbags to seven
·With its key feature enhancements plus leather seats, the new Everest Trend is one of the most competitive and feature packed mid size SUVs for its pricing
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Honda Philippines, Inc., the No. 1 motorcycle manufacturer in the country, raises the bar in the scooter segment once again through the launch of The All New Airblade150, a cutting edge sporty READ MORE...
Honda Philippines, Inc. recently announced the launch of two new bikes in one event, the All New GENIO and the All New ADV150 at the Robinsons Metro East Mall in Pasig City.
The All New GENIO
The All New GENIO has an ever expanding line of innovative and stylish motorcycle that is intended to allow Filipinas to experience the joy of riding. The chic design...
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Reigning Miss Universe 2018 Catriona Gray has once again reached a new milestone as she continues to proudly raise our flag by becoming the first ever Filipino celebrity voice on Waze.
BDO, the Philippines’ leading bank, is partnering with the global navigation app, Waze, to announce its newest brand ambassador, Miss Universe 2018 Catriona Gray as the latest addition to the...
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The basketball season is in full swing! Five years after their last meeting, worlds collide yet again as two of the most popular basketball teams in Asia face each other once more. The LG Sakers, one of the stalwarts of the Korean Basketball League (KBL), is set to face what is arguably the country’s most beloved PBA team – the Barangay Ginebra San Miguel.
Dubbed as Asian...
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The Philippines and Singapore have always had a close relationship. As both countries celebrate the 50th year of diplomatic relations this year, Singapore is bringing its best fashion, food, and lifestyle products to Manila for the first ever Singaporium popup until September 15, 2019 at The Podium Mall, Ortigas Center. It is organized by Enterprise Singapore, the government agency...
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At this year's Huawei Developer Conference, Huawei unveiled HarmonyOS – a new microkernel based, distributed operating system designed to deliver a cohesive user experience across all devices and scenarios.
Richard Yu, CEO of Huawei's Consumer Business Group, explained the company's thoughts behind developing this new OS. "We're entering a day and age where people expect a...
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Samsung recently introduced the Galaxy Watch Active2, the newest addition to the Galaxy smartwatch portfolio. As part of the Galaxy family, the Galaxy Watch Active2 is purposefully designed with new, intuitive, and refined features to bring more customization to consumers’ personal lifestyles, enhance their health and wellness, and enable seamlessly connected living.
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Kaspersky researchers analyzed aftermarket connected car devices designed to make vehicles smarter. This niche has proven to be more secure than other Internet of Things (IoT) accessories.
There are currently two ways for car enthusiasts to obtain a connected vehicle – purchase a “smart by design” car from a dealer or improve their existing car with a number of...
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Yamaha Motor Philippines, Inc. continues to cultivate every Filipino’s ride with the #1 AT Yamaha MIO series. Since 2007, Yamaha has been a leader in the Philippines in terms of delivering automatic motorcycle excellence and has shaped thousands of people’s lives on how riding serves not just utilitarian but a projection of character. Roads are now filled with...
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Hot on the heels of the successful PRURide PH 2019, Pru Life UK recently staged an event as a ceremonial send off for its Filipino ambassadors to the biggest cycling festival in the world, the Prudential RideLondon. Happening from August 3 to 4, the event is anticipated to gather more than 100,000 world’s premier elite and recreational cyclists. Prudential RideLondon is part of the...
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Local news outlets recently reported about an accident involving a group of 20 local and foreign divers whose boat capsized off the waters of Bogo City in Cebu. The passengers immediately scrambled for their smartphones to get a rescue. After about 30 minutes, a Samsung Galaxy S8 was found under the boat submerged in seawater that was still functioning well, which enabled them to contact their...
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UD Trucks and its exclusive local dealer, Prime Quest Transport Solutions Inc., recently launched in the Philippines the UD Croner, an all new medium duty truck. The Croner continues UD's Japanese legacy of building the “truck that the world needs today” for its growth markets across Asia, Africa, South America, and the Middle East.
Making the best of your...
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Hot on the heels of its 7th anniversary celebration in the Philippines, Grab marks another milestone in the country as it partners with Citi to launch its first and exclusive co branded credit card in Southeast Asia.
The Citi Grab co branded credit card is rolling out first in the Philippines on June 18, 2019. After the Philippines, the card will be launched in Thailand to be followed...
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Helping consumers and companies that heavily rely on fossil fuel save and earn more, 100% Filipino owned company Rainchem International, Inc. recently introduced the Raimol Titanium Fuel Saver and the Raimol Tribofilm Oil Additive.
The Raimol Titanium Fuel Saver is a new additive formulated to reduce consumption in diesel and gasoline engines. Designed to improve power and...
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At the forum titled "Fintech April Mixer" staged by the Fintech Philippines Association (FPh), AngkasHead of Regulatory and Public Affairs George Royeca led the panelists in the discussion of their vision of a more financially inclusive Philippines where smaller entrepreneurs can use their platform to scale up their businesses.
Held at The Ark in Makati City, the forum...
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PayMaya has made another big move this summer as it lets its users score a one of a kind travel experience.
Apart from being the key tool for the new Tara! Promo, the PayMaya card will serve as users’ ultimate travel companion for convenient and hassle free cashless transactions, be it local or international. PayMaya realizes digitalized booking of the best flights, shopping for...
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Pilipinas Shell unveils another milestone as they presented their newest ambassadors during a media launch at the Manila House in Bonifacio Global City last April 8.
The ambassadors are not just the faces of the Shell brands but are living proof of the company’s commitment to their customers, as they relate their personal experience in using Shell's products and services through...
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Yamaha Motor Philippines, Inc. once again took center stage at the biggest bike festival in the Philippines the InsideRACING Bike Festival & Trade Show 2019. This year, the brand introduced a collision of cultures to the public with its “Darkside of Japan” theme. It is the design concept for the Master of Torque or the MT which has a series of motorcycles that were the main...
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FWD Life Philippines recently announced FWD’s sponsorship of the FWD North Pole Marathon – which will be held on April 9, 2019 – for the third time. As a title sponsor for the World’s Coolest Marathon, FWD will also support this year’s representative to embrace the challenge at the extreme 89° latitude...
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This Month of Love, the love for racing was in full speed at the Eastwood Open Park for the Yamaha Racing Conference. Yamaha continues its outstanding dedication to racing and committing further to the development of their riders.
Yamaha’s own Maverick Viñales made his way to the Philippines straight from his practice session to recognize the top riders of the country and...
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7 Eleven officially marked its seventh year of promoting health among its consumers through a fun filled sports and wellness activity, the 7 Eleven Run.
7 Eleven Run 2019 brought together professional and recreational runners from different parts of the country into a nationwide gathering, where they showcased their love for the sport while spending time with friends and family. The...
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After a strong 2018, Nissan celebrated the start of the new year by reaffirming the brand’s position as one of the leaders in the automotive industry.
The Japanese automaker grew 40% from last year after selling 34,952 units in 2018, giving the company an 8.7% market share. It was herewith the only brand to post double digit growth after higher excise taxes, rising inflation, and...
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At CES 2019, Nissan unveiled its future vision for a vehicle that helps drivers “see the invisible” by merging both real and virtual worlds, creating the ultimate connected car experience.
Invisible to Visible, or I2V, is a future technology created through Nissan Intelligent Mobility, the company’s vision for changing how cars are powered, driven, and integrated into...
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OPPO has released an exclusive new color to its best selling F9 model: Jade Green.
A stunning gradient of white and green, Jade Green calls to mind the stunning hues of white sand beaches, clear waters, and the country’s lush rainforests. It is a stunning tribute to the Philippines’s natural beauty that is known—and sought—the world over.
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Honda Philippines, Inc. (HPI) unveiled its newest Touring and Roadster Big Bike models, CB650R, GOLDWING, and CB1000R, at a press conference in Parañaque City.
HPI first introduced its lineup of Big Bikes in the country last December 2017 as response to the growing economy and improving lifestyle of Filipinos that created a demand for higher engine capacities. The launch...
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British life insurer Pru Life UK has launched PRUride PH 2019, the country’s largest cycling festival, following the success of the 2016 and 2018 events.
PRUride PH 2019 promises to be bigger and exciting as the festival is once again set to gather the strongest and most competitive cyclists from the Philippines and across Asia. To be held in...
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During the Canon PhotoMarathon Philippines 2018, hundreds of Filipino photographers took on the challenge to capture only the most memorable and meaningful subjects, scenes, and emotions that tell powerful stories. This year’s Philippine leg of the much awaited and largest on the spot photography competition in Asia centered on extending the power of photographs to help improve the lives...
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Traveling with family and loved ones is one of the many activities everyone looks forward to during the holiday season. Surely, it’s been a struggle to save money for Christmas trips and get togethers for that much awaited guilt free break.
But whether your family decides to explore the magnificent shores of Palawan, see the wonders of culture and history in Cebu, or head to a...
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Grab, the Philippines’s and Southeast Asia’s leading Online to Offline (O2O) platform, recently announced it will rapidly expand the GrabPay mobile wallet in the Philippines. The announcement comes as Grab receives the e money license from Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas. With the e money license, Grab consumers in the near future, will not only be able to use GrabPay for rides and...
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Hikvision Digital Technology Co., Ltd. (Hikvision) is embarking on an AI Tour across 40 countries spanning Asia, Africa, Middle East, Oceania, and Latin America until November this year.
Titled Shaping Intelligence: Hikvision AI Tour 2018 Philippines, the tour is now on its next stop in the Philippines this October 18 at the Marco Polo in Ortigas...
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Thirty years after the inception of the world renowned EOS system by global imaging leader, Canon, a new era of photography and creativity begins with the launch of the Canon EOS R. The new imaging system of cameras and lenses is designed to reimagine optical excellence, and is expected to raise the bar in photography and videography with pioneering features fit for today’s visual...
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Eurasia Motorsport driver Daniel Miranda capped off a stellar debut season in Asian Formula Renault (AFR) by scoring two podium finishes from two starts at the Sepang International Circuit (SIC) last September 28 30.
“It wasn't an easy journey for me moving from the Vios Cup into single seaters,” said Miranda. “But every race and every time I was on track, I got...
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GoPro, Inc. has officially brought to the Philippines its new product lineup, topbilled by the flagship HERO7 Black which sets a new bar for video stabilization with its standout feature, HyperSmooth.
Described as the best in camera video stabilization ever featured in a camera, HyperSmooth makes it easy to shoot professional looking stabilized video without the expense or hassle of...
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Renault Nissan Mitsubishi and Google recently announced a technology partnership to embed the Android operating system in vehicles sold by the world’s leading automotive alliance, providing intelligent infotainment and customer “focused applications” across multiple models and brands, scheduled to start in 2021.
Under the technology partnership, vehicles sold by the...
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The Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines Inc. (CAMPI) brings back the biggest car show in the local automotive industry. The 7th Philippine International Motor Show (PIMS) will be held on October 24 to 28 at the World Trade Center Metro Manila, Pasay. With this year’s theme “Future Mobility,” the latest in automotive technology will be showcased by the...
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The widespread presence and technological advancements of smartphones these days have sparked many Filipinos' interest in mobile photography, unleashing their talent in capturing fleeting moments. Recognizing this phenomenon, the Manila Bulletin joined forces with Huawei Philippines in staging the Next Image photo exhibit last week at the Manila Hotel, focusing on the winning shots of the...
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A man’s man is not a man who shies away from the crowd nor a man who hides when the going gets tough. He is someone who is loud, proud, and stands out from the crowd by being their absolute best in every aspect, even in their personal care. Old Spice, the manliest grooming brand on the planet, has recently launched the ‘Spice Up Your Ride’ raffle promo, where a lucky guy gets...
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Honda Philippines Inc. (HPI) hails top Kapamilya actor Coco Martin as its newest brand ambassador. The king of primetime is set to represent the company’s brand and its ONE DREAM campaign.
Coco Martin, who first rose to fame from his various roles in independent films, would later achieve mainstream success and set new benchmarks in the Philippine television. HPI believes that...
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Millennials like to do things in their own way. Unlike the generations before them, these passionate young adults do not follow a specific formula for their lifestyles. They are spontaneous, excited, and always going against the flow in search for experiences that will make their lives worth living.
But if there’s one thing that millennials have in common with other...
The most exciting lifestyle rewards program of Cebu Pacific once more surprises its GetGo members with amazing treats and prizes. With GetGo’s Exclusive Island Escape promo, three lucky members are flying to Palawan for the once in a lifetime opportunity to enjoy a whole island for themselves and their family.
From casually doing their everyday transactions and shopping at their...
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Launched just in time for the rainy season, Goodyear unveiled the Assurance TripleMax 2 tires in the Philippines today. Equipped with the new HydroTred Technology, the TripleMax 2 is optimized for enhanced grip performance with short breaking distance under wet conditions, allowing motorists to stop faster and drive safer on wet roads.
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LRT 1 private operator Light Rail Manila Corporation (LRMC) revealed that it has generated a total of 24 varied mobile solutions to improve customer experience, ranging from trip planning, customer feedback management, wayfinding, and passenger security.
At the recently concluded HackaTren 2018, a hackathon or programming competition for software solutions and applications, LRMC...
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Taiwan based tire technology leader Maxxis is introducing to Filipino motorists four new products: the Premitra HP5, Mecotra ME3, Bravo HPM3, and the RAZR MT772.
"As a trusted global brand, Maxxis is always seeking new ways to offer better driving experience on and off the road by utilizing advanced tire technologies that offer improved control, stability, and safety. And since every...
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GetGo, the lifestyle rewards program of Cebu Pacific, makes every member’s dream of flying for free, faster than ever, as it introduces a newly improved website that makes availing of free flights as easy as 1, 2, click!
The newly designed GetGo website (getgo.com.ph) offers a better and faster online experience as it boasts of a fresh look and four new functions that complement...
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RCBC Savings Bank (RSB) is taking its lucky depositors to their dream travel destinations, after winning in the Save Up and Fly raffle promo last April 23, 2018.
RSB President and CEO Rommel Latinazo awarded the winners an all expense paid trip to Europe, Hong Kong, Malaysia, and Singapore on June 7. Joining Latinazo during the ceremony were Retail Banking Group Head Francis...
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The long wait is over. Mactan Cebu International Airport's Terminal 2 has just opened its doors to the public. Since its announcement until its inauguration, the opening of the Mactan Cebu International Airport has been surrounded by tremendous excitement.
Whether you're a departing or an arriving passenger, what makes a stay at the new airport more exciting for everyone is the...
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The North Face Philippines recently announced its partnership with the Philippine National Climbing Team (PNCT), officially establishing its role as a key sponsor for the national team for climbing, which is set to represent the country in the upcoming Tokyo Olympics in 2020.
At an exclusive media event held at the R.O.X. store in Bonifacio Global City, The North Face Philippines...
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PayMaya and Araneta Center have joined forces to enable commuters to quickly and conveniently book and pay for their bus tickets through a cashless system, whether it’s online or onsite.
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With Manila ranking first among the cities around the world with the worst traffic condition in 2017, Waze has a serious business here in the Philippines. Strengthening its leadership in the country, the Google owned company behind the world's largest community based mobility app announced the appointment of Sarah Rodriguez as the Country Manager for the Philippines.
Rodriguez was the...
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Private rail operator Light Rail Manila Corporation (LRMC) is stepping up its approach on improving the commuting experience of its patrons. Collaborating with the De La Salle College of St. Benilde Hub for Innovation for Inclusion (DLS CSB HIFI), LRMC recently launched Hackatren, a hackathon which aims to crowdsource for IT centric solutions such as mobile applications that will help in...
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Sisters by blood and heart Vern and Verniece Enciso share the same passion. For the two travel and fashion bloggers, it is all about pursuing their desire to travel, and experiencing new adventures in their new destinations.
“I scan the best place to take pictures and videos. We also plan our outfits with that place in mind,” Verniece said when asked on tips for new...
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Sandwiched by the West Philippine Sea to the west and the Cordillera mountain range to the east, the province of La Union is a paradise whether you are a beach lover or a mountain trekker. Thankfully, smartphones these days, such as the Huawei P20 series handsets, allow us to capture the grandeur of nature while experiencing it through photos and videos. These images allow us to relive the...
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Continuing to promote outdoor athleticism and push the boundaries of trail running, world's leading trail running brand Salomon announced the return of the highly anticipated Salomon X Trail Run to be held at the Subic Bay Freeport Zone on July 22, 2018.
Conceived in 2008, the Salomon X Trail Run is an annual event organized by Salomon throughout the Southeast Asian region...
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Mastercard's Future of Outbound Travel in Asia Pacific (2016 2021) Report reveals that Filipinos made 3.4 million outbound trips in 2016 and that figure is expected to grow by an average of 4.4% each year to hit 4.3 million outbound trips in 2021. Meanwhile, Mastercard's Asia Pacific Destinations Index last year shows that Singapore is among the most popular travel destinations in the region.
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Inspiring more people to "Get Outside" and discover the wonders of the outdoors, Recreational Outdoor eXchange (R.O.X) recently staged the much anticipated two day R.O.X. Outdoor Festival 2018. Riding on the theme "Play Outside", the event was successfully held in Bonifacio High Street, Taguig, graced by countless outdoor enthusiasts.
Amplifying the excitement brought about by the...
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Volvo's fastest 20 ton class excavator on the market, the Volvo EC200D recently debuted in the Philippines. Promising to deliver world class performance, safety, energy efficiency, and service availability, the EC200D is designed to offer significant productivity improvements for various types of construction work like road construction, building, landscaping, and utility work.
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