Charo Santos, Kathniel, and Other ABS-CBN Teleserye Stars Lead Online Fund-Drive for Typhoon Odette Survivors

Daniel Padilla and Kathryn Bernardo teased fans about their highly-anticipated comeback series “2 Good 2 Be True” as they spilled details about their characters and shared never-before-seen behind-the-scenes photos of the series.

Daniel will be portraying the role of Eloi - a hardworking mechanic and law student who will be sent out on an important mission for his parents, and will eventually cross paths with the ‘madiskarteng’ nurse named Ali, played by Kathryn.

Kathryn and Daniel made the revelation during the “Kapamilya Family Date Nights,” the latest phase of ABS-CBN and ABS-CBN Foundation’s "Tulong-Tulong sa Pag-Ahon: Isang Daan sa Pagtutulungan" 100-day fund drive for the victims of typhoon Odette. They join MMK host Charo Santos and other popular stars from current and upcoming ABS-CBN shows in spreading good vibes and ‘kilig’ while raising funds for a good cause.

From February 28 to March 9, fans can join the stars of "Viral Scandal," "2 Good 2 Be True," "Darna," and "MMK" in different nights on FYE Channel on Kumu, ABS-CBN Entertainment YouTube channel, ABS-CBN Facebook page, iWantTFC, and SKYcable ch. 955 and SD ch. 155.

The boys of “2 Good 2 Be True” kicked-off the second activity of “Kapamilya Family Date Nights” called “2 Good Familya Fun Ka2waan” last Thursday (March 3). Daniel, Ronaldo Valdez, Matt Evans, Yves Flores, Smokey Manaloto, Hyubs Azarcon, Romnick Sarmenta, and Cris Villanueva shared more about themselves in “Who’s Most Likely To?” and “Never Have I Ever” and they also revealed their hidden talents.

In the first three nights of “Kapamilya Family Date Nights,” meanwhile, the cast of the trending series “Viral Scandal,” consisting of Dimples Romana, Charlie Dizon, Karina Bautista, Aljon Mendoza, Miko Raval, Louise Abuel, Joshua Garcia, Aya Fernandez, Vance Larena, Jameson Blake, Jake Cuenca, Maxene Magalona, Kaila Estrada, Jong Cuenco, and Markus Paterson, went head-to-head in a vocal showdown for “Viral Family Karaoke Nights.”

The stars took turns in singing classic OPM karaoke songs but it was Dimples, Joshua, and Kaila who impressed the judges the most after being crowned as the ultimate karaoke champion of the night.

Aside from the donations collected through the “Viral Family Karaoke Nights,” the “Viral Scandal” family also pledged an additional P100,000 for the delivery of home repair kits to affected families.

“There’s no such thing as a small amount, any amount will go such a long way. Nakaka-empathize ako sa lahat na naging biktima kasi isa sa mga paborito kong lugar ay Siargao. Nakita ko rin kung paano siya na-wipe out so please, let’s do our part. Magtulong-tulong tayo despite lahat ng mga nangyayari sa mundo ngayon,” shared Jake.

“Sa lahat ng pamilyang may pinagdadaanan ngayon, sana maramdaman niyo ang init ng pagyakap namin dahil hindi po kayo nag-iisa. Andito po kami para sa inyo. Sa kabila ng lahat ng hirap na pinagdadaanan natin, dahil Pilipino tayo, we can do this,” added Dimples.

In the succeeding nights, more Kapamilya stars will engage viewers by doing trending challenges, sharing behind-the scenes clips on set, and playing fun games. Join KathNiel on March 5, the cast of “Mars Ravelo’s Darna” for “Ultimate FamGames” from March 6 to March 8, and Charo, Karina, and Aljon for “MMK” and “Viral Scandal’s” “Family Kilig Campaign” on March 9.

As of March 3, a total of 203,110 families have received food packs and 330 families have been given home repair kits courtesy of the ABS-CBN Foundation and its partners and donors. Overall, the ongoing campaign has raised P96.98 million in cash donations and P16.35 million in-kind donations consisting of rice, canned goods, hygiene kits, and blankets.

Kapamilyas who wish to help the typhoon survivors can avail Tulong Vouchers on Lazada and Shopee, which will add to the funds for the home repair kits to be given to affected families. For more information, visit foundation.abs-cbn.com or follow ABS-CBN Foundation on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram accounts. This campaign is under ABS-CBN Foundation DSWD Authority/Solicitation Permit, DSWD-SB-SP-00026-21, valid nationwide until May 28, 2022.

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Play, Have Fun, and Win Prizes in the New Shopee In-App Game "Shopee Pets"

Online shopping helps a lot of Filipinos de-stress and unwind. Aside from the retail therapy shoppers can enjoy, Shopee is set to make users’ in-app experience even more entertaining and engaging with the launch of Shopee Pets. Inspired by a popular mobile game during the 90s, Shopee Pets allows players to redeem exciting rewards by nurturing their virtual pets. Aside from big discounts and exclusive brand offers, Shopee Pets is one of the many exciting things to look forward to during this 3.15 Consumer Day Sale.

Shopee Pets is a life simulation game where players can help their pets evolve through daily activities. Players can level up their pet’s XP (experience points) and unlock diamond points throughout the game by feeding, cleaning, and playing with them. Accumulated points can be used to redeem rewards at the Points Redemption Store. Players can take care of their pets all day, and once their pet reaches level 50, they can choose another pet and repeat the life cycle. To level up your pet and gain diamond points, players can do the following:

● Social Interactions: Sharing is caring! With social interactions between players, they can receive shared items that can increase their pet’s happiness bar. 

● Schooling: You can let your pet attend school once it reaches level 4, so they can join class games, and engage in other activities like quizzes and races to achieve diamond points. 

● Grooming: Keep pets squeaky clean by dragging the soap bar on top of the pet. All cleaning supplies help increase XP and its happiness and cleanliness levels. 

● Feeding: Make sure your pet is well-fed to maintain its happiness levels. There are three types of pet food and paid food gives your pet higher XP growth and fullness points. 

● Playing: Keep your pets happy by playing with them on a regular basis. 

There are three ways to play with your pet: 

1. Dance to the Music: Follow the beat to increase your pet’s happiness bar. Each song consists of three rounds and will speed up at the end of each round. 
2. Jump on a Trampoline: Drag the trampoline left and right to make sure your pet stays on it and earns more points. 
3. Score a Goal in Soccer: Score a goal and increase your pet’s happiness and XP level. Each goal has a corresponding amount of XP.

Remember that you can choose your pet at the start of each cycle and also look forward to dressing them up in adorable clothes - from head to toe! You can also start doing improvements on your pet’s home by level 25, unlocking new themes, and gaining access to upgrades.

During the launch of Shopee Pets on March 3, players can look forward to amazing prizes which include Shopee coins, coins cashback vouchers, and other products such as a Xiaomi Air Purifier, an O'Healthy Electric Juicer Blender, an Acer Aspire 3 laptop, and many more. One lucky player also stands a chance to win ₱100,000 via ShopeePay from March 12 to 16.

Shopee Pets joins a list of other fun in-app games such as Pera Panalo, Shopee Candy, Shopee Farm, Shopee Bubble, and Shopee Claw that have become the favorites of shoppers on the platform. To further enhance the overall online shopping experience, ShopeePay, Shopee's mobile wallet, offers exclusive perks and savings such as daily free shipping and cashback vouchers. Users can enjoy 20% cashback when they scan to pay at ShopeePay’s partner merchants such as Potato Corner, Puregold, National Bookstore, The Generics Pharmacy, and more until the end of March. Users can also checkout ShopeePay ₱1 Deals and redeem discounts in stores.

On 3.15 Consumer Day, users can take advantage of 50% off on load across all networks and up to 100% cashback on bills payment. With ShopeePay’s Free transfers feature, users won't have to worry about transfer fees when they send money to any bank or to any Shopee user. They can get a chance to win ₱100,000, and new users can get free ₱100 on their first-ever transfer (promo from Mar 8-17).

Download the Shopee app for free via the App Store or Google Play.

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Fashion and Technology Perfect Mix-Match: vivo V23 Series 5G Photochromic Design Make OOTDs Stand Out

Technology has played a significant role in fashion through the years. It can either be used as a tool to improve design processes, or as material to level up looks. Designers have utilized tech from LED lights to add shimmer to gowns, to 3D-printed patterns that revolutionized a new era of haute couture fashion. Digital fashion also became more mainstream last year with brands using avatars to promote collections.

Today, more and more people are getting gadgets that match their style and overall aesthetic. In this tech-driven world, it’s important to have one with powerful specs, reliable features and a versatile design with eye-catching colorways. A device that’s created some buzz recently is the vivo V23 Series 5G, which is the first color-changing vlogging phone in the market.

It’s made with a Photochromic design, which shifts the case’s hue from Sunshine Gold to Coast Green and Stardust Black to a dazzling blue when exposed to UV light. This game-changing feature makes the V23 Series 5G stand out among other smartphones, and also lets users express themselves by matching their OOTDs with the device.

Here’s how some personalities are styling their looks with the V23 Series 5G.

Maine Mendoza

Source: https://www.tiktok.com/@mainemendozaaa03/video/7064186442968288538?is_copy_url=1&is_from_webapp=v1&lang=en

Actress Maine Mendoza is used to switching up her looks from fun casuals during press cons to an elegant gown for red carpet events. She completes her looks with the V23 Series 5G’s versatile Photochromic design. The Sunshine Gold and Coast Green hues certainly suit her glitzy and colorful outfits when she’s on the go.

Shaira Luna

Source: https://www.instagram.com/tv/CZ34S0ZvIr2/?utm_medium=copy_link

Photographer Shaira Luna is not afraid to experiment with her outfits. One look at her feed and you’ll see her wearing anything from cool neutrals to loud colors and prints – all thrifted from her favorite ukay-ukays. Similar to the V23 Series 5G, her unique vintage fashion is constantly changing, perfect for any occasion.

Verniece Enciso

Source: https://www.instagram.com/p/CaLqLzPP8BM/?utm_medium=copy_link

To go with her shimmery bronze dress, Verniece Enciso paired it with a simple necklace and the warm gold color of the V23 Series 5G. She also personalized the case with her initials using a UV penlight.

Jaz Reyes

Source: https://www.instagram.com/p/CaQ6w9iPUkX/?utm_medium=copy_link

Jaz Reyes also loves colorful and quirky fashion. And on the best days, she matches outfits with her adorable corgi, like this pink top accessorized with oversized shades and a gold and black scarf. She also turned her V23 Series 5G into a stylish accessory as she did stenciled out a Photochromic portrait on the case.

Ayn Bernos

Source: https://www.instagram.com/p/CaUQgCUvYbt/?utm_medium=copy_link

Beauty queen and entrepreneur Ayn Bernos often wears neutrals, especially when she’s attending to her self-made business. She makes her outfits stand out more by interchanging the shimmery Sunshine Gold and soothing Coast Green hues. She also uses the V23 Series 5G to create quick vlogs and give her followers a behind-the-scenes look at her day.

Claudine Co

Source: https://www.instagram.com/p/CaWQ0sxpl1j/

Yes, the V23 Series 5G does go well with prints. Claudine Co was out and about in a plain white top and purple skirt with pink and orange floral prints.Her mirror selfie stood out even more thanks to the Sunshine Gold case.

Dora Cry Baby

Source: https://www.instagram.com/tv/CaR1iYpLoEj/?utm_medium=copy_link

As he prepares for face-to-face classes in law school, Dora Cry Baby is ready to use his V23 Series 5G for various apps, documenting memories, and accessorizing his business casual OOTDs. He also added hearts on the case for a fun new look.

No matter what the trends are in, the V23 Series 5G can easily jive with it thanks to its game-changing Photochromic design. 

vivo V23 Series 5G can also make OOTDs look even better through its crystal-clear 50MP Autofocus Front Vlog Camera and 64MP Rear Bokeh Portrait Camera

Overall, the V23 Series 5G is the new fashionable “it” phone that can complement any style and cater to every content creator’s needs. 

For more details on the V23 Series 5G and its Photochromic design, visit https://www.vivoglobal.ph/. 

For updates, be sure to follow vivo Philippines’ official website, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

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“G Diaries” Special Episodes Begin March 6, Sagip Kapamilya Brings Aid to Typhoon Odette Survivors in Cebu and Bohol

“G Diaries” host Ernie Lopez, together with the Sagip Kapamilya team, recently travelled to remote islands in Bohol and Cebu to aid families who have not yet recovered from the devastation brought about by Typhoon Odette.

“G Diaries” documented the journey and first-person account of Ernie, who is also the director for advocacy of ABS-CBN Foundation, in a three-episode special TV series entitled “Operation Odette: Isang Daan sa Pagtutulungan” which commences this Sunday (March 6).

Typhoon Odette, which hit the Philippines last December 16, 2021, is considered the second most destructive typhoon in recent history after Typhoon Yolanda in 2013. It has affected 1.4 million Filipinos and left Php 40.8 billion in damages in agriculture, according to the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC).

Ernie witnessed that after three months, some island communities in Bohol still have no electricity and water. Many residents are still jobless and homeless as they could not afford to repair their shattered houses.

Together with Ernie, Sagip Kapamilya, the emergency humanitarian response program of ABS-CBN Foundation, distributed home repair kits to 300 families in Loon, Bohol. The repair kits contained plywood, G.I. sheets, nails and other construction materials. Lopez even volunteered to help the carpenters in installing some of the walls and roofs.

From the time ABS-CBN and ABS-CBN Foundation launched Operation Odette, Sagip Kapamilya has already distributed relief packs to at least 203,110 families from cash and in-kind donations of sponsors and donors, as of this writing.

However, Earl Bacabac, program head of Sagip Kapamilya shared that so much work still needs to be done as many families are still homeless, jobless and lacking in food.

It is the hope of ABS-CBN Foundation that through this three-part TV special in “G Diaries,” they can create more awareness on the present condition of the affected areas and raise more resources for the affected communities.

Catch “G Diaries” on Kapamilya Channel at 9 am and Kapamilya Online Live at 8:30 am on Sundays.

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Kokoy De Santos Signs with Sparkle GMA Artist Center, Headlines Magpakailanman Special Episode this Sa

2020's breakthrough star and Philippine showbiz' most in-demand star Kokoy De Santos is set to sparkle brighter as he signed an exclusive contract with Sparkle GMA Artist Center.

Aside from landing the role of young Patrick in "Pepito Manaloto: Ang Unang Kuwento," Kokoy is also the newest Kababol in the longest-running gag show "Bubble Gang." He is also a regular performer in GMA Network Sunday noontime party show "All Out Sundays".

In his solo virtual presscon on Friday, March 4, Kokoy shared how excited, overwhelmed, and thankful he is in this new chapter in his career.

"Dream come true. Di pa rin ako makapaniwala na nangyayari to sakin. Hindi ko inexpect talaga na ganitong kalaking tiwala 'yung ibinibigay sa akin. Sobrang grateful ako. Masayang masaya po ako."

Now that he is officially a Kapuso star, Kokoy told the member of the press that he wanted to focus on honing his acting skills and experiment on what he can do further to show his versatility.

"Action! Yun ang gusto kong magawa din. Yung konting romance tapos may mga bakbakan din." he said.

For his premiere project as Kapuso dramatic actor, Kokoy will star in his first "Magpakailanman" lead role eposide entitled "The Blind Runner: The Mark Joseph 'Aga' Casidsid Story".

Kokoy, who will play the role of Aga Casidsid – a visually impaired marathon runner, shared the challenges he faced to perfectly fit for the role's requirements.

"As a whole, yung buong episode, sobrang lahat mahirap!

"Kumbaga para sa akin, isa sa pinaghuhugutan ko palagi is yung visuals. So nung tinanggal sa akin iyon, kasi yung contacts na nilagay sa akin doon wala talaga akong nakikita, as in. So parang tinanggalan ako ng buhay bilang aktor. Pero sabi ko, e, gusto ko nga yung mga challenges, e, so sabi ko laban, kahit mahirap!"

Catch #MPKTheBlindRunner this Saturday, March 5 at 8PM on GMA.

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iWantTFC Offers Free Movies and Series to Binge-Watch in Celebration of International Women's Month

Are you in need of an extra boost of motivation to overcome life's daily obstacles? This International Women's Month, allow inspiring stories about strong female characters to empower you.

Female empowerment and independence are highlighted in iWantTFC's expansive library of originals, feature films, and television series - all of which are available for binge-watching. To access iWantTFC's content library, viewers can enjoy the streaming platform's "watch now, register later" feature for continuous viewing of their favorite shows.

Discover how to be a 'girl boss' and watch these free movies and series on the iWantTFC app and website:

Jodi Sta. Maria in “The Broken Marriage Vow” and "My Single Lady"

The trending series “The Broken Marriage Vow” has viewers hooked as they witness Jill Ilustre’s (Jodi) vengeance as a scorned woman following the discovery of her husband’s affair. Jill refuses to play the victim and tries to gain back her dignity, which she believes was taken away from her due to her husband’s betrayal.

Prior to her portrayal of Jill, Jodi starred as the jovial and dedicated single mother Chona in the iWantTFC original series "My Single Lady." While Chona manages her numerous responsibilities flawlessly in order to provide a bright future for her seven-year-old son, she also opens her heart to romance once more when two attractive men begin courting her.

Angelica Panganiban, Loisa Andalio, Barbie Imperial, Maris Racal, and Elisse Joson in “The Goodbye Girl”

“The Goodbye Girl” is iWantTFC’s newest “hugot” series that is packed with insightful lessons about moving on from heartbreak. The series has six episodes which tackle the different coping mechanisms of the characters of Angelica, Loisa, Barbie, Maris, and Elisse and how they are able to overcome their failed relationships. In the series, the five girls realize the importance of self-love and that it is okay to be single.

Iza Calzado in "Loving Emily"

Being in the midst of a midlife crisis is natural and not something to be ashamed of. Emily (Iza) is forced to choose between her miserable family life and an uncertain future after falling in love with a younger man in the iWantTFC original series "Loving Emily.” In the end, Emily realizes that loving oneself comes first.

Cherry Pie Picache, Mylene Dizon, Agot Isidro, and Joanna Ampil in "Call Me Tita"

In "Call Me Tita," a happy-go-lucky barkada of four middle-aged women (Cherry Pie, Mylene, Agot, and Joanna) learns to navigate life while overcoming their numerous obstacles, including the sudden disappearance of their best friend. In this lighthearted comedy, they discover that their years of friendship outweigh any miscommunications and that growing older together only means discovering a greater sense of purpose in life.

Gloria Diaz in "Beauty Queens"

"Beauty and brains" are frequently used adjectives to describe beauty queens. However, in the iWantTFC original series "Beauty Queens," we learn that beauty queens, like everyone else, have flaws and struggle with their own issues.

Miss Universe 1969 is pictured here. Gloria Diaz stars as the matriarch of a pageant-winning family whose ultimate goal is for her children to follow in her footsteps. The series sheds light on the real struggles of beauty queens and teaches viewers valuable lessons about seemingly perfect people.

Kathryn Bernardo in "Hello, Love, Goodbye"

Putting yourself first and pursuing your personal goals is entirely acceptable. Indeed, doing so demonstrates one's boldness and commitment to achieving one's goals. This is precisely what Joy (Kathryn) does in "Hello, Love, Goodbye," the highest grossing film of all time.

Joy initially struggled to decide whether to pursue her relationship with her true love or to focus on her exhausting job as an overseas worker struggling to make ends meet. However, she realized that her dreams are more important than her love life and that it is possible to put her love life on hold.

Angelica Panganiban and Bea Alonzo in “Unbreakable”

Having best friends is one of the most wonderful feelings in the world because it means you can always rely on them. However, what happens when mutual trust is broken? Mariel and Deena (Bea and Angelica) face the ultimate test of their friendship in "Unbreakable" when tragedy strikes. Mariel and Deena have relied on one another their entire lives, from resolving minor disagreements to encouraging one another's crushes. As they mature and face more serious challenges, they demonstrate that their bond is unbreakable and that they will always have one another regardless of the circumstances.

Nadine Lustre in "Never Not Love You"

Having the courage to leave someone you care about is a courageous act. In the romantic drama film "Never Not Love You," Joanne (Nadine) learns this the hard way. Joanne ends her relationship with her boyfriend after realizing her self-worth and decides to pursue bigger dreams for her own happiness.

Sharon Cuneta in “Caregiver”

How much are you prepared to give up for your family? Sarah (Sharon) decides to abandon everything and move to London as a caregiver, leaving behind her son and her job as a school teacher, in the 2008 Filipino drama "Caregiver." However, when she is abused, her dream of a better life is thwarted. Sarah's fortitude is put to the ultimate test when she struggles to find dignity in her work.

Maricel Soriano in “Mila”

Maricel Soriano's commitment to her students is palpable in the film "Mila," which is based on a true story. Mila (Maricel) is more than a teacher; she genuinely cares about her students' well-being and treats each one as if they were her own child. Her commitment to public school teachers in the Philippines is unmatched, as she fights fearlessly for fair wages and benefits.

Celebrate International Women's Month by streaming these films and series on the iWantTFC app and website (iOS and Android) (iwanttfc.com) and get easy access to iWantTFC's content library with its "watch now, register later" feature. Watch iWantTFC on a larger screen with select devices, including VEWD, ROKU, and Amazon Fire streaming devices, Android TV, select Samsung Smart TV models, Telstra TV (in Australia), and VIDAA in select countries. Additionally, iWantTFC is available via Chromecast and Airplay. 

Visit https://iwanttfc.com/help#tfc-on-smart-tv for a complete list of compatible devices, sign-in instructions, and account activation.

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Glaiza De Castro Shares Story Behind Failed Bridal Shower

Glaiza De Castro's mom and sisters organized a surprise bridal shower for her before at a hotel she flew to Europe last year for her wedding with Irish boyfriend, David Rainey.

But things didn't go as planned after her driver tested positive for COVID-19 via antigen test so she opted not to attend for safety reasons even though she tested negative for the SARS-CoV-2 infection.

"Siyempre grabe 'yung iyak ko," said Glaiza in an Instagram story last week.

As Glaiza said, things happen for a reason.

"Kung natuloy kaming mag-stay do'n, tuluyan ko nang na-miss ang flight ko," the Kapuso actress said.

After all, it was still a night to remember as the group pushed through with the bridal shower after they transferred to Glaiza's condo unit in lieu of the COVID-19 circumstances.

"At hinde sila nag paawat, Binaklas nila yung set up at sa condo ko ginanap yung bridal shower lolol" Glaiza shared.

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(Trailer) Brad Pitt's Action-Packed Movie "Bullet Train"

Getting back on the job is never as easy as you think... especially with the world's deadliest assassins on board. Take a ride with Brad Pitt in the first trailer of Columbia Pictures’ new action-thriller Bullet Train, exclusively in cinemas across the Philippines this July 2022.

YouTube: https://youtu.be/Za0vt8PLVA4

An original movie event, Bullet Train is a fun, delirious action-thriller from the director of Deadpool 2, David Leitch. Brad Pitt headlines an ensemble cast of eclectic, diverse assassins – all with connected yet conflicting objectives – set against the backdrop of a non-stop ride through modern-day Japan.

Directed by David Leitch, screenplay by Zak Olkewicz based upon the book Maria Beetle by Kotaro Isaka.

The film is produced by Kelly McCormick, David Leitch, Antoine Fuqua. The executive producers are Brent O’Connor, Ryosuke Saegusa, Yuma Terada, Kat Samick.

The cast is led by Brad Pitt, Joey King, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Brian Tyree Henry, Andrew Koji, Hiroyuki Sanada, Michael Shannon, Benito A Martínez Ocasio.

In Philippine cinemas 2022, Bullet Train is distributed by Columbia Pictures, local office of Sony Pictures Releasing International.

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SKY Launches KYLA via Viber to Provide 24/7 Customer Service for Subscribers

SKY brings its round-the-clock messaging platform, KYLA, to Viber to reach and serve more of its valued subscribers and address their concerns more easily and quickly.

To access KYLA via Viber, go to mysky.com.ph/kylaofsky which will redirect you to open the KYLA of SKY chat on Viber. When you click "Get Started," the integrated KYLA menu will appear with category queries on SKY products, MySKY account, help with service matters, bills and payments, SKY Zone office locator, and the most recent updates on SKY offerings. Users can begin conversing with KYLA for their specific issues by selecting any of the subcategories listed, with the option to discuss their complex concerns with a live agent.

Aside from selecting from the carousel and sub categories, users may also type in their needs or questions in English to start their conversation with KYLA.

The online customer touchpoint, which was first made available on the company's official website (mysky.com.ph) and Facebook page (fb.com/myskyupdates), provides a convenient and efficient customer interface for both existing and potential SKY subscribers using their computers, smartphones, and other devices.

KYLA allows SKYcable and SKY Fiber users to do self-help on basic service-related concerns by guiding them to available resources or transferring them to converse with live agents for more complex matters, contributing to faster response times to customer queries.

KYLA is also available 24 hours a day, seven days a week on SKY's official website and Facebook page. Visitors to mysky.com.ph should click on the "Message Us" icon, while Facebook users can send a message through the page's "Message" button or go to m.me/myskyupdates to get started.

Follow SKY on Facebook (facebook.com/myskyupdates), Twitter (twitter.com/skyserves) for customer service concerns and twitter.com/myskyupdates for product updates), and Instagram (@myskyupdates) for other updates on SKY's latest offerings.

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Avril Lavigne is Back! Releases 7th Studio Album Called "Love Sux"

Eight-time GRAMMY® Award-nominated multi-platinum singer, songwriter, designer, and philanthropist Avril Lavigne releases her highly anticipated new album, "Love Sux," via Travis Barker’s DTA Records. Listen HERE

The 12-track album is Avril’s seventh studio album and marks the first new music to be released from the star since 2019. Love Sux showcases Lavigne’s beloved pop-punk sound in an iconic new way, featuring epic collaborations and chart-topping hits, including previously released singles “Bite Me” and “Love It When You Hate Me” feat. blackbear.

“Love Sux finds Lavigne totally in her element…Combining the frenzied energy and fervor of her youth with the 20 years experience she has under her belt since Let Go, Love Sux is Lavigne ready to reclaim her status as a true superstar.” – Forbes

“Bursting with Lavigne’s striking runs, spunky one-liners and the rush that made listeners become fans of her work from the get-go. It’s what makes “Love Sux” both nostalgic and of the moment.” – Los Angeles Times

“Avril Lavigne is known for being a pillar of pop-punk in the early 2000s, who paved her own path in the male dominated alt-rock world…But the Grammy Award-nominated artist is reminding everyone that she is still the master of the genre in her new seventh album, “Love Sux.”” – Associated Press

“A full-throttle, Warped Tour-ready spectacle, 33 minutes of brash guitar licks and snarling kiss-offs…Love Sux could be described as a return to form for the ‘pop-punk princess’” – Billboard

To celebrate the album launch, Avril appeared on Good Morning America this morning for a chat and performance of her hit single “Love It When You Hate Me” featuring blackbear – Watch HERE.

Avril kicks off her Bite Me 2022 Canada Tour this May and will also be headlining iHeartRadio’s Daytime Stage on Saturday, September 24 which will take place at the immersive event and entertainment district, AREA15, in Las Vegas. Avril can be seen across the music festival circuit this Fall, with performances at the When We Were Young Festival, Firefly Festival, and Boston Calling Music Festival. For more information on Avril’s upcoming tour dates, please visit: avrillavigne.com.

LOVE SUX Tracklist:

Cannonball

Bois Lie (feat. Machine Gun Kelly)

Bite Me

Love It When You Hate Me (feat. blackbear)

Love Sux

Kiss Me Like The World Is Ending

Avalanche

Déjà Vu

F.U.

All I Wanted (feat. Mark Hoppus)

Dare To Love Me

Break Of A Heartache

Avril Lavigne has made history, smashed records, and consistently blazed a trail of her own as an uncompromising force in music and culture. Beyond selling 40 million albums worldwide with 12.5 million units sold in the U.S. alone, she has notched eight GRAMMY® Award nominations in categories such as “Best New Artist” and “Song of the Year” twice for “Complicated” and “I’m with You.” In addition, she has received eight Juno Awards, including “Artist of the Year.” Her catalog comprises the septuple platinum Let Go [2002], triple-platinum Under My Skin [2004], double-platinum The Best Damn Thing [2007], gold-selling Goodbye Lullaby [2011], gold-selling Avril Lavigne [2013], and Head Above Water [2019] highlighted by definitive smashes such as “Complicated,” “Sk8er Boi,” “Girlfriend,” “Here’s To Never Growing Up,” and “Head Above Water.” As such, she remains of “one of the Soundscan-era’s top-selling artists releasing albums in the U.S.” and “the third bestselling Canadian female artist of all-time.” She earned a spot in the Top 10 of Billboard’s “Best of the 2000s” chart and holds a Guinness World Record as “the youngest female solo artist to top the UK chart,” while “Girlfriend” emerged as “first music video to reach 100 million views on YouTube.” She has also earned multiple #1‘s around the globe. Her social media following notably exceeds 93.6 million fans worldwide. Not to mention, she starred Richard Linklater’s Fast Food Nation, DreamWorks Animation’s film Over the Hedge, The Flock, and more. Kicking off her biggest and boldest chapter to date, she makes her debut for DTA Records with the single “Bite Me” off her seventh studio album Love Sux out February 25th, and more to come in 2022.

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Meet Angeli Khang, "Ang Babaeng Kumabog kay AJ Raval!"

She maybe a year old in showbiz but Angeli Khang have already proven her worth as Viva's most important actress.

The 20-year old Filipino-Korean actress and VMX Crush stands out with her Korean beauty and choice of daring roles in VivaMax offerings Taya, Mahjong Nights, Eva, and her latest project - the erotic drama Silip Sa Apoy, the first anniversary presentation of the streaming platform VivaMax.

Not just she received a commendable reviews on her acting from film critics, Silip Sa Apoy also garnered the "highest views ever," getting more than 250,000 views on its opening weekend (January 28 to 30). Silip sa Apoy even beat another VivaMax film, Hugas, starring the controversial AJ Raval.

For more of Angeli Khang, keep streaming online on VIVAMAX Philippines, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, Singapore, Japan, South Korea, Macao, Vietnam, Brunei, Maldives, Australia, New Zealand, the Middle East and Europe, Canada and the USA.

For local subscriptions, you can subscribe using the VIVAMAX app and for P149, you can watch-all-you-can for 1 month, and you can pay using your Debit or Credit card, GCash, or PayPal account that’s linked on your Google, Apple and Huawei App Gallery account. And get the best viewing quality as VIVAMAX is now compatible with TV casting.

You can also subscribe online at www.vivamax.net, select a plan and you can pay through PayMaya, Debit or Credit card, GCash, GrabPay or at any ECPAY partner outlets near you.

You can also add to cart VIVAMAX on your next online shopping at Shopee, Lazada, PayMaya and ComWorks Clickstore.

You can also pay your VIVAMAX subscription plans at any Authorized outlets near you: Load Central, Comworks and Load Manna.

You can also call your local Cable Operators to subscribe to VIVAMAX: Aklan Cable Television Co., Inc. Cebu Cable HD, Cable Link, Cotabato Cable Television Network Corp., Concepcion Pay TV Network Inc., Sky Cable, Fiber, BCTVI, Paradise Cable Television Nework, Inc., Wesfardell Connect and Zenergy Cable TV Network Inc.

VIVAMAX also made watching your favorite movies more affordable because for only P29, you can now watch all you can for 3 days! More affordable, more ways to subscribe, more time to watch-all-you-can so #SubscribeToTheMax now to the best Pinoy Movie Streaming App, VIVAMAX!

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Ruru Madrid Pens a Sweet Birthday Message for Girlfriend Bianca Umali

On his girlfriend's 22nd birthday on Tuesday, March 2, Ruru Madrid made sure he sent out the sweetest birthday greetings for Bianca Umali.

Posting a couple of photos from the beach and one of the two of them having a picnic behind a car, Ruru called Bianca his moon while referring to himself as the sun: "To my 🌙, here’s wishing you the sweetest of birthdays! Love, ☀️ ❤"

On the comments section, Bianca simply wrote a "hi" and then another ehem, formal comment of "thank you" with a rose emoji.

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Jericho Rosales Goes International, Attends Acting Workshop in New York

Jericho Rosales surprised his fans when he revealed that he and wife Kim Jones decided to settle down in New York, USA.

The actor posted the update on Instagram, showing him and Kim relaxing on the floor of their new aparment which has not been furnished yet. In another post, Echo shared how he is enjoying the street food in New York.

Just recently, the Kapamilya actor shared to his fans that he joined acting classes.

Among the series of photos he uploaded is a snap with prominent New York-based acting coach Anthony Bova, who conducted a series of acting workshops with GMA stars in 2019.

“Acting workshops- one of my happy places. This stoke is for everyone! Acting should be taught in schools. Anyway, i made a new friend and had a good walk. #gettingreadytowork” he said.

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Shopee Launches 3.3 - 3.15 Consumer Day with New Brand Ambassador Marian Rivera

Shopee, the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan, introduces 3.15 Consumer Day, the first mega sale of the year. 

3.15 Consumer Day will bring the excitement of Shopee’s year-end festivals to all users, giving them more reasons to celebrate and reward themselves as they gear up for the year ahead.

Shopee is pioneering 3.15 Consumer Day to bring more value and joy to all shoppers, who are now using e-commerce to fulfill their needs all year round. Everyone can be a part of 3.15 Consumer Day which features the widest variety of products, made better with Free Shipping with ₱0 min. spend, ₱1 Deals, and 10% off daily starting March 3, kicking off the celebration with the 3.3 Consumer Day. 

Shopee will also launch its #ShopeeCelebratesYou campaign to bring more cheer to users across the 3.15 period. Throughout the campaign, Shopee will surprise and delight its biggest fans on social media, while users stand a chance to win big prizes by taking part in various activities and contests across Shopee’s official platforms.

Adding to the 3.15 celebrations, Shopee welcomes Filipino superstar and Primetime Queen Marian Rivera as its newest brand ambassador. Marian will star in a brand new Shopee commercial for 3.15 Consumer Day which you can watch here. She will also appear in the 3.15 TV Special happening at 5pm on Tuesday, March 15.

Martin Yu, Director at Shopee Philippines said, “At Shopee, our users are at the heart of all that we do. This drives us to keep innovating, so that we can create new features, services, and campaigns that bring joy to their lives. As more people shop online and enjoy our year-end festivals, we are introducing 3.15 Consumer Day to bring the same excitement and fun to the first half of the year. We are thrilled for our first 3.15 Consumer Day and we hope to deliver even more joy to everyone.”

1. Celebrate You with bigger prizes, better deals

3.15 Consumer Day gives every shopper a reason to celebrate. Users can find everything they need with amazing deals on the Shopee app, and unlock bigger surprises on social media.

In the Philippines, users can win big at the new #ShopeeCelebratesYou campaign across Shopee’s official platforms. Shopee users stand a chance to check out their items for free when they share their shopping carts on social media, while Shopee will also surprise its biggest fans on social media. Stay tuned to Shopee’s official Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter pages for more information and activities.

Till March 15, users can find and save more on all they need on Shopee. Highlights include:

• Special treats for Filipino shoppers: 3.15 Consumer Day will bring a smile to every user, with Free Shipping vouchers with ₱0 min. spend, ₱1 Deals, and 10% off daily till March 15. New users can enjoy a 100% off discount voucher with ₱90 min. spend at ₱90 max. discount, Free Shipping voucher with ₱0 min. spend, exclusive ₱1 Deals, or free welcome gifts from Shopee and brand partners, so they can smile even more with their first purchases on Shopee.
• Exciting deals with ShopeePay: This March, users can enjoy 20% cashback when they scan to pay at ShopeePay’s partner merchants such as Potato Corner, Puregold, National Bookstore, The Generics Pharmacy, and more. Users can also checkout ShopeePay ₱1 Deals and redeem discounts in stores. On 3.15 Consumer Day, users can take advantage of 50% off on load across all networks and up to 100% cashback on bills payment. Users can get a chance to win ₱100,000 when they send money to any bank or to any Shopee user. With ShopeePay’s free transfers feature, users won't have to worry about any additional fees.
• More entertaining experience with new in-app game, Shopee Pets: Starting March 3, users can play the life simulation game where they can care for and raise their pets through daily activities for a chance to win Shopee Coins, ShopeePay Credits, and more!

2. Discover new brands for You on Shopee Mall

3.15 Consumer Day is the perfect time for users to discover new brands and indulge their wishlist without having to wait till the end of the year. With thousands of brands offering exclusive deals, there will be something for everyone at Shopee’s Mega Brands Sale from March 3 to 15.

• Midnight Brand Parade and Hourly Branded Price Drops: During the first two hours of March 15, shoppers can look forward to storewide discounts from their favorite brands like Pampers, realme, OPPO, Adidas, Unilever Beauty, and Deerma. Users should also regularly check the Shopee app for Shopee Mall’s hourly price drops, where top brands will offer limited-time flash deals on their best-selling products.
• New Shopee Mall Sampling Counter: Starting March 15, Shopee is giving consumers greater convenience and value for money to discover new brands through the new Shopee Mall Sampling Counter. Users can try sample-size products from best-selling brands like Johnson & Johnson, Uni-care, COSRX, Trizie, and AHC Philippines, and get a free voucher if they decide to purchase the regular-sized product.
• Exclusive discount brand vouchers for new buyers: Shopee also gives brand explorers more incentive to discover the wide assortment of brands under its platform. Curious consumers can look forward to welcome vouchers on their first purchase from their favorite brands on Shopee Mall.
• Brand Membership: Brand loyalists get to enjoy a more rewarding shopping experience when they sign up for the Brand Membership Program of their choice. Over 80 brands under the program will offer its members double the rewards points for purchases made on March 15.

3. Discover a new You

Beyond the amazing deals, 3.15 Consumer Day is also time for users to discover new interests, and support what matters to them. From today till March 15, users can find new ways to do their part for local businesses, and discover hidden gems on Shopee.

• Satisfy all your interests at 3.15: Users can shop for a wide variety of products catered to their interests with themed days across 3.15 Consumer Day. This includes 3.3 Consumer Day (March 3), Fashion Day (March 4), Home Appliance Day (March 5), Home & Living Day (March 6), Digital Deals Day (March 7), Beauty Day (March 9), Mobiles & Gadgets Day (March 10), Kids & Babies' Day (March 11), Sports & Motors Day (March 12), Shopee Prizes Day (March 13) and Vouchers Day (March 14).
• Support and empower female sellers on International Women’s Day: After unwavering support for local sellers across its year-end festivals, Shopee will continue to connect users to more local businesses, including those of strong, inspirational Filipinas. On March 8, Shopee will hold a special 3.15 Women’s Sale to celebrate women in the Philippines and spotlight inspiring stories of female sellers on its platform.
• Explore ways to improve your shopping: Shopee Cares PH is an online community that offers the best customer support for all your concerns and questions. Just follow @ShopeeCaresPH on Twitter and Facebook so you can shop and worry-free. For Shopee Fam with Gold and Platinum Shopee Loyalty Tier memberships, get ready to claim unlimited Free Shipping vouchers every month. Claim those hard-earned vouchers accessible via the Shopee Loyalty Page or the Homesquare Page so you can make the most out of your shopping this 3.15 Consumer Day.

For more information about Shopee 3.15 Consumer Day, visit https://shopee.ph/m/consumer-day

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