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Upgrade of Subic port to boost trade, tourism

PORT operations giant Harbour Centre Port Terminal Inc. (HCPTI) has entered into a joint-venture deal with the Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) to modernize the Subic Bay Freeport Zone's (SBFZ) port, yard, and cargo handling operations. The deal is expected to generate new income, raise government revenues, create jobs, expand trade, attract foreign and local investments, and boost tourism at the SBFZ and the rest of Zambales and northern...

Best Travel & Tourism stocks to follow in 2023.

Travel and tourism is a broad category, with a diverse list of well-known brands. Ecotourism is a fast-growing niche, especially among young travelers. Tourism sector has been perhaps the hardest hit part of the economy by the COVID-19 pandemic. This list presents some of the best travel and tourism stocks to track in the post-pandemic era. The list's performance is calculated on an equally weighted method.

Pinakamalaking pera sa bansa, magkano ang halaga? | AHA!

Description: Aired (September 24, 2023): AHA-lam n’yo bang matatagpuan sa ating bansa ang pangalawa sa biggest banknote sa buong mundo? Ang katumbas na halaga ng Philippine banknote na ‘yan, alamin sa video na ito.

Floating barrier na inilagay ng China sa Scarborough Shoal, pinatatanggal ni Sen. Zubiri

Floating barrier na inilagay ng China sa Scarborough Shoal, pinatatanggal ni Sen. Zubiri; Luzon at Visayas, magiging maulan ngayong araw dahil sa habagat at LPA

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PAL resumes US visa waiver program

FLAG carrier Philippine Airlines (PAL) on Friday said it had resumed accepting nonimmigrant passengers who qualify for a US visa waiver program (VWP). "We have received confirmation from US Customs and Border Protection that we may resume accepting nonimmigrant visitors to the United States who are traveling under the US Visa Waiver Program," PAL spokesman Cielo Villaluna said. "Passengers with valid visa waiver authorizations under the...

Wonderland riders left upside down for 25 mins at Canadian amusement park

Sickening.

This is why you shouldn't always pay by card

The most beautiful natural parks in The Netherlands

The most popular destinations for fall travel

Fall arrives in late September in the northern hemisphere, so it's nearly time to break out those light jackets and go for a walk among the changing leaves. However, if you're a southern hemisphere resident that likes the colors of fall, now is the time to start packing your bags to take a trip north. Whichever half of the globe you're living in, the seasonal transition from summer to winter is a magical time of the year. Browse the gallery and find out where to enjoy some golden travel experiences.

This Medical Aesthetic Clinic Is Bringing Authentic K-Beauty Services to Metro Manila

You no longer need to fly all the way to Korea for these procedures.

Seat Sale Alert: Fly to Cebu, Boracay, Davao + More for as Low as P99

International destinations are also on sale.

Skydiver gets decapitated by plane's wing moments after jump

Be careful if you ever feel like skydiving as an experienced wingsuit skydiver suffered a gruesome fate at the hands of a plane’s wing. In a report by The Times carried by the New York Post, 40-year-old Nicolas Galy's head was decapitated after he smashed into a plane’s wing just 20 seconds into his jump in the South of France. He was one of the tw...

Andi Eigenmann's family goes on a field trip to weather station: 'Lifeschooling always'

For Andi Eigenmann, "lifeschooling" through a field trip is the best way to educate her children. In an Instagram post, the former Filipino actress shared photos of her fiancé surfer Philmar Alipayo and their two children Lilo and Koa during a visit to Guiuan in Eastern Samar. They went to the PAGASA Weather Station as they appreciated the lush env...

The SPOT.ph Guide to Applying for New Zealand's Working Holiday Visa

Fund your holiday by working abroad.

Five Christmas Fitness Goals to Embrace This Holiday Season

Ah, the holiday season is upon us! It’s a time for joy, celebration, and indulging in all those scrumptious treats. But as you deck the halls and savor that extra slice of cake, don’t forget about your health and well-being. Here are five Christmas fitness goals to help you stay on track while enjoying the

Mexican Embassy in Manila marks National Month

September is Mexico's National Month as it celebrates several historic dates. The most important of these is the 16th, when the nation commemorates the Proclamation of Independence that began the struggle carried out by women and men who gave their lives to finally achieve that goal in 1821. The events began on the night of September 15, 1810 when Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla called the people to arms. That is why in every city and town in the...

Airport security beefed up following blast

The Manila International Airport Authority (MIAA) has beefed up foot patrol and police visibility following the explosion that occurred on Saturday, Sept. 23, 2023. MIAA Officer-in-Charge Bryan Co called on the airport community to be vigilant and report suspicious activities in the airport complex. Investigators from the Airport Police Department and the Aviation Security Unit of the Philippine National Police are looking for the man who lobbed...

Archeologists in Israel just made an amazing discovery

Makukulay na hot air balloons, bumida sa Bañamos Festival | 24 Oras Weekend

24 Oras Weekend is GMA Network’s flagship newscast, anchored by Ivan Mayrina and Pia Arcangel. It airs on GMA-7, Saturdays and Sundays at 5:30 PM (PHL Time). For more videos from 24 Oras Weekend, visit http://www.gmanews.tv/24orasweekend. #GMAIntegratedNews #KapusoStream Breaking news and stories from the Philippines and abroad: GMA Integrated News Portal: http://www.gmanews.tv Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/gmanews TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@gmanews Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/gmanews Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/gmanews GMA Network Kapuso programs on GMA Pinoy TV: https://gmapinoytv.com/subscribe

Portals to another dimension? The Earth's chakra points and vortexes

Volcanic activity, fault lines, magnetic anomalies—the world's sacred sites tend to follow a locational pattern. And spending time in these places leads many people to claim heightened spiritual experience. Sound far-fetched? Some believe the Earth itself has areas where energy is concentrated, offering visitors a way to connect to something mystical and profound. Just like the body is said to have centers where energy peaks, the same is said about our planet. Many religious and ancient sites are stationed along these alleged lines, or at their intersection. Curious? Click on this gallery to see where you can go to experience this energy.

Philippines, Israel discuss increasing tourist arrivals, direct flights

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines and Israel met to discuss bilateral cooperation in tourism, joint efforts to further increase tourist arrivals and the possibility of Manila-Tel Aviv direct flights. The Philippine embassy in Tel Aviv said Ambassador to Israel Pedro Laylo Jr. and Israeli Tourism Minister Haim Katz were pleased to note the surging number of tourists from each other’s countries. Citing Department of Tourism data, the embassy...

NAIA rises in rankings of world’s internationally connected airports

MANILA, Philippines — The Manila International Airport Authority (MIAA) said the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) has established itself as one of the most internationally connected airports in the world. Known by its International Air Transport Association code MNL, it ranked 15th in the top 50 global airport megahubs and secured third spot in the top 25 low-cost carrier airport megahubs. According to the 2023 Megahubs Index by OAG, a...

Patay at durog na corals, natuklasan sa Sandy Cay 2 na malapit sa Pag-Asa Island | UB

Unang Balita is the news segment of GMA Network's daily morning program, Unang Hirit. It's anchored by Arnold Clavio, Susan Enriquez, Ivan Mayrina, and Mariz Umali, and airs on GMA-7 Mondays to Fridays at 5:30 AM (PHL Time). For more videos from Unang Balita, visit http://www.gmanetwork.com/unangbalita. #GMAIntegratedNews #KapusoStream Breaking news and stories from the Philippines and abroad: GMA Integrated News Portal: http://www.gmanews.tv Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/gmanews TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@gmanews Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/gmanews Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/gmanews GMA Network Kapuso programs on GMA Pinoy TV: https://gmapinoytv.com/subscribe

Science proves visiting the coast can be beneficial to your health

Pasig City starts off founding anniversary with blessing of the Marian Exhibit

As part of the 450th founding anniversary of Pasig City, a priest blesses different images of the Blessed Virgin Mary during the opening of the Marian Exhibit at SM City East Ortigas on September 25, 2023. It featured a collection of Marian images from different churches and parishes in Pasig, as well as from private collections. (MB Video by Mark Balmores) Subscribe to the Manila Bulletin Online channel! - https://www.youtube.com/TheManilaBulletin Visit our website at http://mb.com.ph Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/manilabulletin Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/manila_bulletin Instagram: https://instagram.com/manilabulletin Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@manilabulletin #ManilaBulletinOnline #ManilaBulletin #LatestNews

The 9 Best Cigar Bars in Manila

Here are the city's most exemplary bars to smoke cigars.

The rich, star-studded legacy of French-American heritage

Though France and the US can seem worlds apart, and many Americans still find the majority of Europe's quirks to be bizarre, the two countries are actually quite closely linked. The history of French-American culture can still be felt today, as France was a supporter of the US from the very beginning. The years of influence ring out in art, culture, cuisine, architecture, urban planning, and even in some of the most famous people in the country. Click through to look back on some historic moments that solidified the friendship between the two countries, and see which American celebrities are actually of French descent.

Diego Garcia: the paradise island with a shameful secret

A tiny speck in the vast Indian Ocean, Diego Garcia is an island in the Chagos Archipelago that's home to one of the most secretive and controversial US military bases in the world. Established in the early 1970s after the forced expulsion from the island of its native inhabitants by the British and American governments, the US Navy Support Facility functions as the last link in a long logistics chain supporting vital US and British naval presence in the region. But its remote location has led conspiracy theorists to suggest Diego Garcia serves a more sinister role as a CIA black site. And some even believe the island was involved in the mysterious disappearance of Malaysian Airlines Flight 370. Meanwhile, the indigenous Chagossians continue their fight for repatriation to their ancestral homeland. So, how did this idyllic coral atoll become such a point of contention? Click through and learn more about the trouble in paradise.

Pilot testing ng Matatag Curriculum sa higit 30 na paaralan, umarangkada na

Pilot testing ng Matatag Curriculum sa higit 30 na paaralan, umarangkada na; Mga guro, sumailalim sa halos isang taon na pagsasanay

EU regulators block Booking Holdings' $1.7 billion acquisition of Etraveli Group

In a move that is set to shake the online travel agency market, the European Union's merger regulators have halted Booking Holdings (NASDAQ:BKNG) Inc.'s acquisition of Sweden's Etraveli Group. The proposed transaction, valued at €1.6 billion ($1.7...

The major environmental problem of open-air landfills around the world

Recharging respite in Hong Kong

A few weeks ago, five of my girlfriends and I went to Hong Kong for a weekend of food tripping. The last time I was in Hong Kong was February 2020, mere days before the start of the global COVID pandemic lockdown. In the three years since my last HK visit, I noticed so many changes. For one, everything is now so darn expensive, with the exchange rate being roughly one HK dollar to seven Philippine pesos. Also, I was expecting August to be sale...

Walt Disney's Standoff with Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis.

In summary, Walt Disney never wanted a war with Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, but the right-wing political leader went after the company after its former CEO Bob Chapek made a statement criticizing DeSantis' so-called ""don't say gay"" legislation. DeSantis has made a series of petty moves against Disney, but Disney CEO Bob Iger made it clear that his company had other options for its billions of dollars. Disney followed up on this by pulling a $1...

Wow! Singapore's Changi Airport Will Soon Go Passport-Free

Expect it in 2024!

Visit Jose Rizal Square, Eat Sandworm + More Things to Do in Quanzhou, China

They even have an SM branch.

Unknown shipwreck found by diver in Thames Estuary

Thames Estuary diver Steve Ellis discovered the previously unknown wooden shipwreck during a dive off Southend Pier last week.

Festivities mark 50 years of La Naval de Manila as QC patroness

This year’s festivities for the Feast of Our Lady of the Holy Rosary of La Naval de Manila will highlight the 50th anniversary since she was declared the patroness of Quezon City. With the theme, “Mahal na Birhen ng La Naval: Pintakasi ng Sambayanang Kristiyano,” the La Naval festivities will start on Sept. 28 with […]

Arci Muñoz’s Egypt OOTDs Are a Masterclass on Traveling in Style Like a Cool Girl

Bookmark these 'fits for your next travel inspo!

Forbidden places around the world you can’t visit

It's hard to imagine that there are a lot of places around the world that people are prohibited from visiting. Unless you're a researcher, scientist, or military officer, some of these places are strictly forbidden for the general public, which adds another layer of mystery to them. There are historical sites that are so fragile they can be easily damaged by humans, and also some seriously dangerous places many of us would be terrified to visit. From an island infested with snakes to a vault holding special secrets, check out these extremely fascinating and forbidden places. Click on!

Historical museums in Batangas, Cavite remain shut on Saturday – NHCP

HISTORICAL museums in Batangas and Cavite remain closed on Saturday, according to the National Historical Commission of the Philippines (NHCP). In a notice to the public on Saturday, the NHCP said it was due to the "continuing effects of the volcanic sulfuric dioxide emissions from the Taal volcano and its accompanying health and safety hazard for our personnel and guests." On Friday, historical museums in Batangas, Cavite, and even in Metro...

Andi Eigenmann and family explore Linao Cave in Eastern Samar

Andi Eigenmann said the Linao Cave is something not to miss when in Eastern Samar. On Instagram, the actress-turned-vlogger shared family photos taken during their trip to the cave. "We went to see the most epic cave I've ever been to! (And I've been to [a lot]!)," Andi said in the caption. "Linao Cave, just a few blocks away from the surfing area, is this majestic [brackwater] cave," she added. Andi said the water inside the Linao Cave was...

Spot Stays: This Six-Hectare Luxury Resort Is Your Newest Home in Samal

The room rates start at P8,950.

Huling araw ng hot air balloon activity sa UPLB, dinagsa ng mga bisita | UB

Unang Balita is the news segment of GMA Network's daily morning program, Unang Hirit. It's anchored by Arnold Clavio, Susan Enriquez, Ivan Mayrina, and Mariz Umali, and airs on GMA-7 Mondays to Fridays at 5:30 AM (PHL Time). For more videos from Unang Balita, visit http://www.gmanetwork.com/unangbalita. #GMAIntegratedNews #KapusoStream Breaking news and stories from the Philippines and abroad: GMA Integrated News Portal: http://www.gmanews.tv Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/gmanews TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@gmanews Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/gmanews Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/gmanews GMA Network Kapuso programs on GMA Pinoy TV: https://gmapinoytv.com/subscribe

Paintings of revolutionary Dutch masters, from Rembrandt to Mondrian

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Tourism backs DoTr on erring airport staff

THE Department of Tourism (DoT) fully backs Department of Transportation (DoTr) Secretary Jaime Bautista's recommendation to impose the highest penalty on airport personnel found guilty of unacceptable behavior. "Tourism provides livelihood to millions of Filipinos, and all efforts are being exhausted to ensure the country's rebound, knowing how significantly tourism contributes to our economy," the DoT said in a statement on Thursday. "Any...

Turkish Airlines awarded world-class honor anew

TURKISH Airlines, the most valuable brand of Turkiye, has been honored with the World Class award for the third time by Airline Passenger Experience Association (APEX), one of the leading organizations in the aviation industry. During the APEX/IFSA Global Expo held in California, Turkish Airlines received the World Class award in recognition of its global leadership in guest experience and service quality in the aviation industry. Accepting the...

Advisory: Expect longer LRT-1 wait times until September 24 due to rail repairs

Factor this in when planning your trip