The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) has sought the release of 85-year-old Gerardo "Gerry" Dela Pena who, it said, had served almost 12 years in jail since his arrest on March 21, 2013. Published reports stated that Dela Pena was convicted of murder in 2014 for shooting his nephew. He was...
Thai artists celebrated Valentine’s season in Manila in a night of enchanting and electrifying music with Filipino fans. The Luvcon 2024 concert in Manila was held on Feb. 10 at the SM North EDSA Skydome featuring Thai singers Tilly Birds, Boss Chaikamon, Boy Sompob, Three Man Down and...
Jollibee Foods Corporation (JFC), one of the largest Asian food service companies, and Food Collective Pte. Ltd. (FCPL) have set up a joint venture company (JVCo) called FCJB Foods Inc. In a disclosure to the Philippine Stock Exchange (PSE), Jollibee said FCJB Foods will own and operate Tiong Bahru...
It's undeniable that Makati City has a lot to offer, from skyscraper destinations and shopping to food hubs. However, for coffee lovers and purists, there's a new reason why this place should be your next cafe destination—the opening of Common Man Coffee Roasters (CMCR). Originally established in...
The Jollibee Group announced the opening of the first Common Man Coffee Roasters (CMCR) cafe in the Philippines at the Ayala Triangle Gardens, Makati City. In a statement, the firm said this milestone opening is part of the Jollibee Group’s aggressive growth plans this year, consistent with its...
BSP forges partnership with BAIPHIL By JAMES A. LOYOLA The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) and the Bankers Institute of the Philippines (BAIPHIL) have formalized their longstanding partnership with the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MOU). “The collaboration of BSP and BAIPHIL will go...
Jollibee Foods Corporation (JFC), one of Asia’s largest food service companies, has raised its stake and investments in its Singapore-based investment arm by S$100 million or about $75.62 million to fund the expansion of Tim Ho Wan and other overseas brands. In a disclosure to the Philippine...
Polling firm Gallup Korea released the results of its monthly survey of the top favorite Korean TV and video streaming shows. From Oct 17 to 19, the firm asked 1,000 respondents aged 18 and older in South Korea to name their favorite broadcast video program. (Clockwise from top left) "My...
Jollibee Foods Corporation announced that it has signed a contract with Ayala Malls that will lead to the opening of the country’s first Common Man Coffee Roasters, one of Singapore’s most beloved cafés, in the heart of Makati. In a statement, the Jollibee Group said the brand’s first...
Korean actress Jeon So-min will be leaving the variety show “Running Man” after more than six years to focus on acting. “Running Man” premiered in July 2010 and has been on air for more than 13 years. Jeon So-min joined the cast of “Running Man” in April 2017. The stars of...
A trip to Singapore is not complete without a proper food trip. For many, a foodie adventure in the country involves stopping by shops like Tiong Bahru Bakery and Common Man Coffee Roasters to feast on delectable pastries and a cup of brewed drinks. But it looks like Filipinos don’t need to fly...
Polling firm Gallup Korea revealed the top 20 favorite TV and over-the-top (OTT) programs in July in South Korea. Since January 2013, Gallup Korea has conducted the favorite TV programs survey every month. As the number of OTT and online video services has increased in recent years, Gallup...
