Major Giveaway Alert: 101 FREE HONOR Gadgets Up for Grab

What? HONOR Philippines is giving away 101 HONOR gadgets to its growing community with its biggest giveaway yet! Known for continuously surprising consumers with blockbuster promotions - from giving away luxury vehicles to exclusive rewards - HONOR is once again raising the bar by putting 101 HONOR devices up for grabs in a nationwide giveaway, including the latest HONOR 600 Series.

This celebrates the overwhelming support of HONOR fans while making the brand's innovative technology more accessible to everyone. Joining is as easy as it gets. Participants simply need to comment on the official giveaway post: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/18wfpQRyTc/ - no follow required!

"Our fans have always been at the heart of everything we do. This giveaway is our way of thanking them for their continued trust and support while giving more Filipinos the opportunity to experience HONOR technology," said Stephen Cheng, Vice President of HONOR Philippines.

To stay updated on the latest news, products, and promotions from HONOR Philippines, visit the official HONOR Philippines website: www.hihonor.com, and on Facebook (Facebook.com/HonorPhilippines), Instagram (Instagram.com/honorph/) and TikTok: (Tiktok.com/@honorphilippines).

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Alexa Ilacad and Gelo Rivera Reignite Chemistry in "The Chambermaid's Daughter" Season 2 on iWant

The breakout pairing of Alexa Ilacad and BGYO's Gelo Rivera is set to reignite their signature charm and chemistry as they bring sparks anew as Hannah and Daniel in the second season of their hit vertical romance series, "The Chambermaid's Daughter," premiering this July 30 (Thursday) on iWant, the Home of Filipino Feels.

The first ABS-CBN Studios-produced vertical drama has resonated strongly with viewers, consistently listed in iWant's most-watched charts and garnering millions of views for its first five episodes released for free on Facebook, TikTok, and YouTube.

Directed by Theodore Boborol, the second season follows Hannah (Alexa) as she rises from room attendant to VP of operations at the very hotel she once served. Now reunited with her affluent family and in a relationship with hotel COO Daniel (Gelo), she faces a new test—proving her worth to her future mother-in-law and her ambitious half-sister, both determined to challenge her place in the business and in Daniel's life.

"The Chambermaid's Daughter" is among iWant's growing vertical drama offerings, which include the most recent rom-com hit "Will You Fake Marry Me?" starring JM Ibarra and Fyang Smith, and the intense affair drama "Twist of Fate."

Catch the newest season of "The Chambermaid's Daughter" with its Part 1 episodes debuting on July 30 and Part 2 starting August 14 (Friday) only on iWant. Stream its first five episodes for free on iWant and ABS-CBN Entertainment's Facebook, TikTok, and YouTube pages.

Episodes 6 to 30 are available to stream through iWant’s subscription plans, starting at P35 per month in the Philippines, and USD 4.99 per month in the United States* (*promo price until July 31, 2026) and for the rest of the world.

Enjoy all the feels you want, only on iWant, the largest library of Filipino feels. Download the app and subscribe via Google Play or the Apple App Store.

Stay updated by following iWant on Facebook, TikTok, X, Instagram, and YouTube.

For other updates, follow @ABSCBNPR on Facebook, X, Instagram, and TikTok, or visit corporate.abs-cbn.com/newsroom.

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EastWest Champions Retirement Readiness at BSP PERA Forum

East West Banking Corporation (EastWest) championed the role of employers in strengthening retirement readiness among Filipino workers at the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP)-subsidized PERA@Work: Powering Employer-led Retirement Security Forum.

Speaking at the forum, EastWest CEO Jerry G. Ngo shared the Bank's experience as the first universal bank in the Philippines to launch a voluntary Personal Equity and Retirement Account (PERA) contribution program for employees.

“Financial empowerment is not only about access to products. It is also about building the knowledge and confidence to plan ahead,” Ngo said. “By facilitating access to PERA, EastWest is helping employees take a more active role in shaping their long-term financial future.”

Launched in April 2026, EastWest's voluntary PERA program complements the Bank's existing retirement benefits and forms part of its broader employee financial wellness strategy. The Bank partnered with DragonFi Securities for its employee PERA program, while EastWest PERA products are also available to customers through partnerships with DragonFi and Luna Securities, expanding access through digital investment platforms.

“PERA does not have to be complicated. But it can be meaningful. It can support employee financial wellness, strengthen your total rewards proposition, and help build trust by showing employees that the company is helping them prepare not only for work today, but for life later on,” Ngo continued.

Ngo also highlighted PERA's role beyond retirement planning, describing it as a practical gateway to investing and financial literacy.

“PERA is not only a retirement account. It is a financial wellness platform,” Ngo continued. “The bigger opportunity is helping employees think more broadly about saving, investing, and building long-term financial resilience. When people gain the confidence to start investing for the future, everyone benefits.”

Ngo encouraged organizations to explore PERA as part of their employee financial wellness programs, noting that employers can help strengthen retirement readiness through education, access, and long-term financial planning.

The BSP forum brought together more than 300 attendees and leaders from government, banking, trust, investment, and corporate sectors to discuss how broader PERA adoption can help improve retirement security among Filipino workers.

To know more about EastWest PERA products, contact your EastWest Relationship Manager or visit www.eastwestbanker.com.

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METRO Drops Homecoming Special Featuring Alex Eala

Metro has released an exclusive shoot special celebrating the homecoming of inspiring Filipino tennis star Alex Eala.

The Pride of the Philippines took a brief break from dazzling on the court to step in front of the camera for a stunning photo shoot at Palacio de Memoria.

In the special feature titled “Homecoming Special: All Eyes on Alex Eala as She Continues to Redefine Filipino Tennis on the Global Court,” the beloved athlete, whose global success reignited Filipinos' passion for tennis, shared interesting trivia about herself.

She revealed her favorite city outside the Philippines, her go-to restaurant whenever she is in Manila, her top three favorite movies, her all-time favorite spot, and more during Metro.Style’s quickfire interview.

Get to know more about Alex and her recent homecoming experience on Metro. For more exclusive articles, follow @metrodotstyle on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok as well as Metro Magazine @metromagph on Instagram and Twitter and @Metro.Magazine on Facebook, or visit Metro.Style.

For other updates, follow @abscbnpr on Facebook, X (Twitter), Instagram, and Tiktok or visit corporate.abs-cbn.com/newsroom/news-releases.

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A Winning Journey: From HONOR 600 to Mercedes-Benz EQA

HONOR Philippines has officially awarded the grand prize of its much-anticipated HONOR 600 Win-a-Benz Promo, turning one lucky HONOR fan into the proud owner of a brand-new Mercedes-Benz EQA.

Launched alongside the highly successful HONOR 600 Series, the nationwide promo gave customers who purchased an HONOR 600 smartphone the chance to drive home one of the world's most sought-after premium electric vehicles. The campaign generated overwhelming excitement across the country, contributing to the remarkable reception of the HONOR 600 Series among Filipino consumers.

Grand prize winner John Kenneth Gervacio transformed his purchase of a qualifying HONOR 600 smartphone into the opportunity of a lifetime, taking home a brand-new Mercedes-Benz EQA. His win reflects the incredible rewards and exciting experiences that await those who choose HONOR.

"The Win-a-Benz Promo is our way of thanking everyone who trusted HONOR and made the HONOR 600 one of the most talked-about smartphone launches of the year. Congratulations to our grand prize winner, and we look forward to bringing even more exciting experiences to Filipino consumers," said Stephen Cheng, Vice President of HONOR Philippines.

Known for its powerful AI capabilities, flagship-level camera system, stylish design, and reliable all-day performance, the HONOR 600 Series has continued to gain momentum since its launch, becoming one of HONOR's most successful smartphone releases to date.

To learn more about this exciting news, visit HONOR’s website www.hihonor.com, and follow HONOR Philippines on Facebook (Facebook.com/HonorPhilippines), Instagram (Instagram.com/honorph/) and TikTok: (Tiktok.com/@honorphilippines) for exclusive teasers, launch updates, and big reveal.

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Rising P-Pop Group DNA Celebrates Individuality in Self-Titled Debut Album

Promising Kapamilya P-pop group DNA puts self-expression and resilience at the forefront in their newly dropped self-titled debut album under ABS-CBN's StarPop label.

The trio, made up of sisters Julia, Tasha, and Ezri Mitra, takes listeners through different emotions and experiences—from self-confidence and friendship to love, anxiety, and personal growth.

“DNA as an album, you’ll see there’s a lot of variety in it. It’s us just exploring and experimenting to find what our sound is. It’s something everyone can relate to because everyone has a time in their life when they’re still figuring themselves out,” DNA shared.

The album features eight tracks, “DNA,” “Don't Ask Me Why,” “Spider,” “Speeding Ticket,” “Lessons,” “BINGO,” “Glow Up Diary,” and “Gala To The Max,” with all of the members contributing to conceptualizing and writing the tracks. Meanwhile, Asia's Songbird Regine Velasquez-Alcasid produced the track “Glow Up Diary.”

Serving as the album's key track, “Spider” explores the quiet battles many people face within themselves, touching on overwhelming thoughts and the hope of finding light even in life's darkest moments. ABS-CBN Music creatives, content, and operations head Jonathan Manalo produced and co-wrote the song with Robert Pereña.

DNA first stepped into the music scene late last year with the empowering anthem “Don't Ask Me Why,” which has earned more than 100,000 Spotify streams and was featured in the iWant original series “Miss Behave.”

The group followed it up with the bright, feel-good single “BINGO” and later lent their voices to the official SM Supermalls' summer anthem, “Gala To The Max,” further showcasing their versatility and credibility as performers.

Listen to DNA’s self-titled debut album available on all digital streaming platforms. For updates, follow DNA on Facebook, X, Instagram, and TikTok.

For more details, follow StarPop on Facebook, X, Instagram, and TikTok.

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HONOR Robot Phone Makes Surprise Appearance During Spain's World Cup Celebration

HONOR has captured the attention of football fans and tech enthusiasts alike after what appears to be an unreleased HONOR smartphone was spotted in the hands of members of Spain's world cup-winning squad during their post-match celebrations.

The surprise appearance quickly sparked conversations online, with fans speculating the identity of the device and what it could mean for HONOR's upcoming innovations. The sighting further highlights the brand's growing global presence on one of the world's biggest sporting stages.

While HONOR has yet to reveal details about the device, the unexpected cameo has fueled excitement among consumers eager to see what's next from the global technology brand.

For more exciting announcements, visit HONOR’s website www.hihonor.com, and follow HONOR Philippines on Facebook (Facebook.com/HonorPhilippines), Instagram (Instagram.com/honorph/) and TikTok: (Tiktok.com/@honorphilippines).

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EastWest Dream Run 2026 Manila Leg Nears, Runners Urged to Register Now

Filinvest City in Alabang is set to come alive on August 2 as thousands of runners gather for the EastWest Dream Run Manila. With less than two weeks to go before the event, those who have yet to sign up are encouraged to register now.

The Manila event marks the opening leg of the EastWest Dream Run 2026, which expands to four cities this year following a successful 2025 debut that drew around 14,000 runners, dreamers, and families from Manila, Cebu, and Davao.

But first, all roads lead to Alabang.

Set against the backdrop of Filinvest City’s tree-lined streets, open spaces, and runner-friendly environment, the Manila leg promises a refreshing race experience for beginners, seasoned athletes, families, and even fur parents.

Participants can choose from 1K Dog Run, 3K, 5K, 10K, and 21K categories and receive race-day essentials and exclusive giveaways, including a race bib, race singlet, dog bandana, finisher’s medal, loot bag, finisher’s towel, and a 21K finisher’s shirt for eligible runners.

Adding to the excitement is a race village packed with activities and partner experiences. Runners can cool down at the Dyson Cooling Zone and Cooling Booth, recharge at the EastWest Horizons Club Recovery Lounge, and enjoy treats, giveaways, and activations from event partners and sponsors, including Filinvest, Mimosa Plus, Visa, EastWest Ageas, foodpanda, Ford, Dyson, Nutribullet, Saucony, Colgate-Palmolive, Aqua Planet, Mizuno, REV, Puregold, Mogu Mogu, Maris Pure Drinking Water, Daily Fix, and Salonpas, among others.

Participants can also spend their Dream Run weekend at Quest Plus Conference Center Manila, the event's official hotel partner, which offers up to 60% off room rates exclusively for registered participants.

EastWest credit cardholders can also enjoy a Php500 rebate with a minimum Php3,000 Dream Run registration spend.

After Manila, the Dream Run continues to Clark on August 30, before making its way to Iloilo and Cagayan de Oro, completing EastWest’s four-city Dream Run series.

For now, however, the spotlight belongs to Manila, and with race day fast approaching and thousands expected to join, interested participants are encouraged to register as soon as possible at www.eastwestbanker.com/dream-run-2026.

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Baby Dolls' “Oohh Lala Baby” Hits No.1 on YouTube Music Chart

Kapamilya girl group Baby Dolls continues their remarkable rise as their viral hit “Oohh Lala Baby” climbed to the top of the YouTube Trending for Music chart, adding another milestone to their growing list of achievements as they celebrated Grand Baby Dolls Day on “It's Showtime.”

The latest achievement comes as the group keeps the momentum going with back-to-back viral hits “Oohh Lala Baby” and “ Ikembot Mo ,” songs that have become favorites among music fans and social media users alike.

Expressing their gratitude, the group shared, “Sobrang saya at thankful kami sa pagmamahal na ibinibigay ninyo sa ‘Oohh Lala Baby’ at ‘Ikembot Mo.’ Hindi namin maabot itong lahat ng milestones na ito kung hindi dahil sa suporta ninyo. Maraming salamat po sa inyong lahat!”

Since its release, the “Oohh Lala Baby” music video has amassed over 3.3 million YouTube views, while its lyric video has surpassed 9 million views. The dance craze has also taken over TikTok with more than 6.6 million posts using the song. On Spotify, the track has earned 4.2 million streams and is currently featured on the platform's OPM Rising playlist. The group's growing popularity has also landed Baby Dolls on the cover of Spotify's Viral Hits Philippines playlist, where “Oohh Lala Baby” ranks No. 3. They now have almost 1 million monthly listeners on Spotify.

Meanwhile, their other hit “Ikembot Mo” continues its own impressive run with over 4.2 million views on YouTube and more than 2.4 million TikTok posts, while accumulating 2.2 million Spotify streams.

Adding to their success, Baby Dolls' debut EP “Zoom Baby Dolls” has already garnered nearly 7 million streams, while the lyric videos from the project have collectively surpassed 13.5 million views on YouTube.

Listen to their “Zoom Baby Dolls” EP available on digital streaming platforms. For updates, follow Baby Dolls on Facebook, X, Instagram, and TikTok.

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BINI and Jollibee Team Up for Exclusive Collectibles and Meal Bundles

Jollibee, the Philippines' number one fast food chain, is giving fans another reason to enjoy their favorite meals with the launch of the exclusive JolliBINI Bundles. Available for a limited time, the new promotion pairs Jollibee's best-loved menu favorites with exclusive collectibles inspired by the nation's biggest P-pop girl group, BINI.

Available from July 15 to August 31, the JolliBINI Bundles let customers enjoy iconic Jollibee favorites while collecting limited-edition merchandise featuring all eight BINI members. Every bundle comes with random member collectibles, while lucky customers also have the chance to receive a rare Special Group Photocard.

"At Jollibee, we always look for new ways to make every meal more joyful and memorable for our customers," said Dorothy Ching, vice president for marketing of Jollibee Philippines. "With the JolliBINI Bundles, fans can enjoy their Jollibee favorites while collecting exclusive BINI-inspired merchandise. Every visit becomes an opportunity to discover a new collectible, celebrate their favorite member, and create moments worth sharing with fellow BLOOMs. We hope this campaign brings even more joy as fans collect, trade, and complete their JolliBINI collection together."

Customers can enjoy two bundle options during the promotional period. The JolliBINI Bundle A, starting at ₱269, includes a choice of an Original or Special Cheesy Yumburger, one-piece Chickenjoy with rice, a regular drink, and one random JolliBINI Collectible Set consisting of a Bag Charm and Photocard. Meanwhile, the JolliBINI Bundle B, starting at ₱399, comes with a choice of an Original or Special Double Cheesy Yumburger, one-piece Chickenjoy with rice, a large drink, and two random JolliBINI Collectible Sets.

By pairing exclusive collectibles with Jollibee's iconic menu favorites, the latest Jollibee and BINI collaboration transforms every meal into an exciting unboxing experience that fans can enjoy and share.

The launch is expected to spark another wave of online excitement, with BLOOMs sharing unboxing videos, collection reveals, photocard trades, and bag charm styling across social media as they race to complete the full JolliBINI collection and find the coveted Special Group Photocard.

The JolliBINI Bundles will be available in all Jollibee stores nationwide from July 15 to August 31 for dine-in and takeout.

Craving more Jollibee treats and exclusives? Head to www.jollibee.com.ph for the latest updates, order your favorites at https://order.jollibee.com, and follow us on social media for more JOYful surprises!

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