HONOR X9c 5G, #TheToughestPhone of 2025, is Coming on January 10 But Can It Survive a 500 Feet Drop Test?

Leading smart devices provider HONOR Philippines just dropped #TheToughestPhone of 2025 as the country celebrated New Year’s Day. Coming on January 10, HONOR X9c 5G will be launched on HONOR’s Facebook page.“This is our biggest launch ever and we’re excited to be dropping this the same time we welcome 2025! This smartphone is stronger with its All-Angle Ultra Defense. HONOR X9c 5G is now water, drop, and heat-resistant. Mark your calendars on January 10 and get to know the toughest phone of 2025,” said HONOR Philippines Vice President Stephen Cheng.All-Angle Triple DefenseThe new HONOR X9c 5G sports an all-angle triple defense feature that has...

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“Green Bones” Sweeps MMFF 2024, Expands to 180 Cinemas as Audiences Moved to Tears

GMA Pictures’ Green Bones, the gripping prison drama directed by Zig Dulay, swept the awards at the 2024 Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF), winning Best Picture and driving an overwhelming demand that led to a dramatic rise in screenings - jumping from 60 cinemas before the Gabi ng Parangal on December 27 to an impressive 180 cinemas to date.This historic win marks history repeating itself for GMA Pictures, securing a back-to-back Best Picture victory following Firefly’s triumph in 2023. It harks back to the studio’s legendary feat 25 years ago, when Jose Rizal (1998) and Muro-Ami (1999) claimed consecutive MMFF top honors.At the Gabi ng Parangal...

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"The Kingdom" Triumphs at the 50th Metro Manila Film Festival with Five Major Awards

The Kingdom, a groundbreaking film that reimagines Philippine history, emerged as one of the most celebrated entries at the 50th Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF). Nominated across 12 categories, the film secured five major awards.The film, a co-production between MQuest Ventures, MZet Television Productions, and APT Entertainment, was written by Michelle Ngu-Nario and directed by Michael Tuviera, DGPI, who won Best Director for his visionary work. The film also received the following awards:Second Best PictureBest Production Design: Nestor Abrogena)Best Visual Effects: Riot Inc.Gatpuno Antonio J. Villegas Cultural AwardThe Kingdom...

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Mark Your Calendars: HONOR’s Toughest Phone Coming This January 2025

Tougher than ever, leading smart devices provider HONOR Philippines is dropping its most durable phone this January 2025. After a colorful and successful 2024, HONOR sets the new year with an early launch.“It’s starting to become a tradition. It has always been like that. New year, new HONOR phone and expect nothing less, it’s gonna break, not the phone, but what we have done in the past. So, watch out,” said HONOR Philippines Vice President Stephen Cheng.Known for its breathtaking durability tests, HONOR Philippines aims to top everything they have done so far. This 2024 alone, they smashed their smartphones onto hollow blocks, dropped it from...

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Be Part of the Magic as the “Wicked” Sing-Along Experience is Out in Theaters on January 8, 2025 Tickets available now

It’s finally here! “Wicked” invites fans and movie-goers to be part of the magic, as special sing-along screenings arrive in the Philippines starting January 8. Sing to the greatest hits of the film such as “Popular,” and “Defying Gravity.”Watch the sing-along trailer: https://tinyurl.com/2s3ksp9aCheck out the ticketing sites of your local cinemas to reserve seats for “Wicked.”Follow Universal Pictures PH (FB), UniversalPicturesPH (IG) and UniversalPicsPH (TikTok) for the latest updates on “Wicked.”About Wicked movie:After two decades as one of the most beloved and enduring musicals on the stage, Wicked makes its long-awaited journey to...

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Kathryn Bernardo Shares How She's Making Her Christmas More 'Panalo' and Special

Fresh from the blockbuster success of her recent movie, "Hello, Love, Again," TNT KaTropa Kathryn Bernardo is looking to make Christmas extra special by spending the holidays with her family.“Ang importante naman ay ‘yung makakasama mo sa Pasko. We’ll keep it very simple, so you’re hopefully surrounded with love and good energy, and sana ‘yun yung makuha ko this year. This will be our first Christmas in our new house so nandito kami Christmas at New Year,” she said.Kathryn revealed that this Christmas will be all about a simple dinner, exchange of gifts, and a family photo shot in their first Christmas in their new home.“Hindi na kami makikipagsabay...

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Slimmest Gaming Phone Infinix HOT 50 Pro+ SERIES Unveils 4 New Colors, Including Blossom Pink

The Infinix HOT 50 Pro+ just released four new colorways that are packed with personality and style. Dubbed as the world’s slimmest gaming phone, the smartphone impresses with its fast performance and sturdy body, making it ideal for hours of intense mobile gaming sessions.Infinix fans who have been eyeing the sleek gaming phone can now get it in stunning Aurora Green, Rising Red, Blossom Pink, and Dreamy Purple. Blossom Pink, in particular, is a vibrant pink shade named as 2025’s trendiest smartphone color, according to WSGN. It represents empowerment, elegance, and beauty. These attention-grabbing hues also join the classic Sleek Black and...

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(Trailer): "The Electric State" Starring Millie Bobby Brown and Chris Pratt, Launching Globally March 14, 2025 on Netflix

In the aftermath of the robot war, the only path forward is into "The Electric State".Starring Millie Bobby Brown, Chris Pratt, Stanley Tucci and directed by the Russo Brothers, The Electric State launches globally on March 14. Only on Netflix.The Electric State is a spectacular adventure from the directors of Avengers: Endgame set in an alternate, retro-futuristic version of the 1990s. Millie Bobby Brown (Stranger Things, Enola Holmes, Damsel) stars as Michelle, an orphaned teenager navigating life in a society where sentient robots resembling cartoons and mascots, who once served peacefully among humans, now live in exile following a failed...

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New Year, Same Kitty: XO, Kitty is Back with a New Season, Streaming January 16, 2025 Only on Netflix

Get even more kilig this January 16, 2025 as teen matchmaker Kitty Song Covey is back in Seoul for a new semester at KISS. She's single for the first time in a long time, and ready for a fresh start: no more meddling, no more drama. Maybe just some casual dating. Emphasis on casual. But she has more to worry about than her love life, as a letter from her mother's past sets her on a wild journey, and new faces at KISS bring change. As secrets unravel and bonds are tested, Kitty will learn that life, family, and love are more complicated than she ever imagined. Watch XO, Kitty Trailer at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Oz4dXAHZOKkAbout Netflix:Netflix...

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ABS-CBN Unveils 8 Exciting New Offerings for 2025

ABS-CBN announced its exciting mix of must-watch action-packed, mystery, and rom-com series, a Valentine’s-Day movie, as well as world-class concerts for 2025 - all featuring the country’s biggest stars and performers.“Incognito,” top-billed by Richard Gutierrez and Daniel Padilla, also starring Baron Geisler, Kaila Estrada, Anthony Jennings, Maris Racal, and Ian Veneracion, promises top-caliber action scenes every evening beginning January 20 courtesy of Star Creatives and Studio 360.Meanwhile, Gerald Anderson headlines the thrilling drama “Nobody.” A reunion project between him and Jessy Mendiola, the series also stars JC de Vera, RK Bagatsing,...

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This Holiday Season, GO NATURAL With PascualLab’s PELARGO

Say goodbye to sniffles and hello to wellness! Pascual Laboratories, one of the Philippines’ top pharmaceutical companies, introduces PELARGO - a natural solution to help ease common cold symptoms and keep you feeling your best this holiday season.PascualLab, one of the pioneers in phyto or plant-based medicines in the Philippines​ and home of the no. 1 natural cough remedy Ascof Lagundi, C-Lium Fibre and other natural-based offerings now comes PELARGO, derived from the Pelargonium sidoides DC. Root.For centuries, the root of Pelargonium sidoides DC. or South African geranium has been used for the treatment of common colds in South Africa and...

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Vic Sotto and Piolo Pascual's "The Kingdom" Opens in Cinemas Nationwide on Christmas Day

This December 25, moviegoers will get to experience a reimagined Philippines that has never been touched by colonization and a strong monarchy that continues to rule the land in Vic Sotto and Piolo Pascual's "The Kingdom". Rated PG by the MTRCB and opening in cinemas nationwide on December 25 as one of the official entries to the 50th Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF 2024), The Kingdom promises an immersive cinematic journey that will make Filipinos prouder of their rich cultural heritage.Directed by Mike Tuviera, DGPI and produced by MQuest Ventures Inc, M-ZET TV Productions, and APT Entertainment Inc, The Kingdom boasts of a compelling...

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Gift Guide Through Happiness, Make it Happen with TCL

Dreams turned into reality. That’s the magic of this holiday season. A time for joy, connection, giving and making all wishes come true with the ones we love. TCL, a global leader in consumer and one of the world's top two TV brands, is here to help you do just that with a lineup of innovative and stylish products designed to turn your dream celebrations into reality.Whether you're a movie buff, a passionate gamer, or a homemaker upgrading your home for the season, TCL has the perfect gift to bring happiness into every corner of your life.Y’better watch out, better not frown because TCL is giving their ultimate holiday gift guide to rock your...

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Trailer: James Gunn's "Superman" Starring David Corenswet

On July 9, it begins. “Superman,” from director James Gunn and starring David Corenswet, only in cinemas 2025.Watch the teaser trailer: https://youtu.be/3DluCevVcuQ“Superman,” DC Studios’ first feature film to hit the big screen, is set to soar into theaters worldwide this summer from Warner Bros. Pictures. In his signature style, James Gunn takes on the original superhero in the newly imagined DC universe with a singular blend of epic action, humor and heart, delivering a Superman who’s driven by compassion and an inherent belief in the goodness of humankind.DC Studios heads Peter Safran and Gunn are producing the film, which Gunn directs from...

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Bossjob Supports Commuting Jobseekers with Free Beep Cards at Ayala MRT

In an inspiring move to address the challenges faced by jobseekers and young professionals transitioning back to onsite work, Bossjob, the country’s leading AI-powered, chat-first recruitment platform, distributed free Beep Cards to commuters at MRT Ayala Station from December 16 to 20, 2024. This initiative reflects Bossjob's continuing commitment to empowering Filipinos and easing their jobseeking journeys.With one of Metro Manila’s busiest transport hubs as the backdrop, the activity drew a diverse crowd of daily commuters eager to take part in the event. Bossjob’s effort comes at a critical time as businesses across the country are steadily...

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Great Taste White’s Promo Winners Take Home Big Cash Prizes, Meet Kathryn Bernardo

Great Taste White has been capturing people’s hearts with its tamang timpla of coffee with the right amount of creaminess and sweetness in each cup. Recently, the coffee mix brand invited coffee lovers to show their most energetic poses and smiles in the “Tamang Pose, Tamang Prizes Filter Challenge,” and selected 70 minor draw winners and 15 grand draw winners to take home exciting prizes.The brand awarded motorcycles to the five grand prize winners: Janice Dela Cruz Garganta, Julio B. Culala, Jr., Sitti Shaira Alcid Reyes, Alvin Rechacho Adriano, and Gil Frances Ray Raden Pasatiempo. Meanwhile, Great Taste White gave 10 lucky winners P20,000...

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SMART Makes History with First-Ever 5G Max-Powered Concert

Mobile services provider Smart Communications, Inc., (Smart) made history with the country’s first-ever 5G Max-powered concert and experiential showcase - the Amazing 5G Max Experience - held last December 14 on 5th Avenue, Bonifacio Global City (BGC), Taguig City.A leveled-up 5G connectivity, Smart 5G Max features significantly faster speeds for uploading and downloading, and ultra-low latency, providing customers with amazing mobile experiences.Smart first launched 5G Max in BGC, a strategic and dynamic hub where professionals, students, and entrepreneurs converge, and to showcase its power, it mounted the Amazing 5G Max Experience.Smart 5G...

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Manong Chavit Singson Launches VBank App: An Innovative Digital Banking Platform Promises to Bring Convenient and Secure Financial Services to Filipinos

In a groundbreaking move to revolutionize financial inclusion in the country, senatorial candidate Luis “Chavit” Singson officially launched the VBank app last Sunday, December 15.The innovative digital banking platform promises to bring convenient and secure financial services to Filipinos nationwide, marking a significant step toward empowering underserved communities.VBank enables users to open a bank account entirely through the app, eliminating the need for tedious paperwork and long queues. Users can send money to all banks and digital wallets, pay bills, and even purchase mobile loads.Download via Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.vigan.viganbanking.mobileApp...

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MVP Group Brings Joy to Filipinos with "Merry ang Vibes ng Pasko" Campaign

The MVP Group of Companies led by Manuel V. Pangilinan brought joy, hope, and inspiration to Filipino families this Christmas season with its “Merry ang Vibes ng Pasko” campaign.The campaign included a donation drive to support relief efforts and help rebuild communities devastated by recent typhoons. It culminated in a grand Christmas party on December 12, 2024 at the Araneta Coliseum. Participating companies included PLDT, Smart, Meralco, Metro Pacific Investments Corporation, Mediaquest Holdings, Cignal TV, TV5, Philippine Star, Maynilad, Metro Pacific Tollways Corporation, Metro Pacific Health, Philex Mining, Landco Pacific Corporation,...

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