Paolo Alcantara, Ashton Salvador, Stephanie Jordan, and Rob Blackburn are in Danger of Leaving PBB House this April 24

Teen housemates Paolo Alcantara, Ashton Salvador, Stephanie Jordan, and Rob Blackburn are in danger of saying goodbye after being included in the list of nominees for the fourth eviction night this coming Sunday (April 24) on “PBB Kumunity Season 10.”

Paolo led the list with eight points while Ashton, Stephanie, and Rob each got five points. Last Sunday (April 17), Stef Draper (“Ang Darling Defender ng Parañaque), joined the list of ex-teen housemates. Stef got the lowest votes with 14.39 percent, compared to Stephanie Jordan’s 16.54 percent and Rob Blackburn’s 27.33 percent.

Meanwhile, “PBB Kumunity” sent the online world abuzz as it featured the teen housemates participating in a History Picture Quiz for their Head of Household Challenge. Big Brother wanted to measure the knowledge of the teen housemates when it comes to the country’s rich history and emphasize its importance.

Tiff Ronato was the first to earn five points, making her clinch the coveted Head of Household title that gives the titleholder immunity from nomination. Maxine Trinidad, Dustine Mayores, Luke Alford, and Gabb Skribikin came next to Tiff in the race to accumulate the most points in the quiz.

The housemates also celebrated their victory over the weekend for winning another weekly task that made them take turns carrying the so-called Tree of Sacrifice.

Viewers were also touched when Tiff granted the wishes of her young brother who has special needs. The “Brainy Big Sister ng Samar” also turned emotional when she was reunited with her brother, John Bradley, virtually. Tiff is the one taking care of John Bradley after their parents left the country to become Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs).

Tiff shed more tears when she read out loud her mother’s letter for her. It said, “Gusto ko lang sabihin sa’yo na sobrang proud ko sa’yo. Sorry dahil kinailangan ko umalis at mapunta sa’yo lahat ng bigat ng obligasyon ko bilang isang ina. Hindi mo pinabayaan lalo na ang bunso mong kapatid. Lubos akong nagpapasalamat sa lahat ng sakripisyo mo. Thank you so much ate."

Will the housemates conquer Kuya’s next task? Find out in “PBB Kumunity” Kumunity Season 10” Teen Edition on Kapamilya Channel, Kapamilya Online Live, Jeepney TV, A2Z, iWantTFC, and TFC every 5:45 pm on weekdays with replays at 11:10 pm. Meanwhile, it will air every 7 pm on weekends. Join the fun in “Kumunity G sa Gabi” every 9 pm with Adult Kumunity Top 2 Nathan Juane this week.

For more information, Follow the “PBB” social media accounts on Twitter (@PBBabscbn) and on Instagram and Facebook (@PBBabscbntv).

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ABS-CBN, KROMA, and 917Ventures to Introduce “Tradigital” Entertainment Channel in May 2022

A new era will dawn in Philippine entertainment as the country’s leading content provider ABS-CBN, innovative entertainment company KROMA, and foremost corporate venture builder 917Ventures, introduce “tradigital” viewing to Filipinos through PIE, the Philippines’s first real-time and multi-screen interactive channel that will officially launch in May 2022.

PIE or Pinoy Interactive Entertainment offers Filipinos a digital upgrade to their traditional media consumption habits by allowing them to watch TV shows, join all-day contests, build following, and even steer the storyline of a teleserye across multiple screens including TV sets, laptops, desktops, and mobile devices.

On PIE, those in the audience are not just viewers but a well-engaged community that plays an active role in storytelling, game shows, and talk shows.

“Filipinos are very social. We love hanging out with our friends, doing activities together, and simply having fun together. But this kind of connection is something we abruptly lost at the onset of the pandemic. Filipinos long for collective fun, and PIE hopes to fill that gap,” said KROMA Entertainment CEO Ian Monsod.

PIE is bringing back the classic game show “Pera o Bayong” that takes on a new level with an interactive format and prizes given away every hour to viewers at home. It is also introducing the country’s first interactive teleserye “UZI,” and reality show “Palong Follow,” where viewers will work together to find the Philippines’ next big digital content creator.

The channel also has a roster of exciting shows that will invite viewers to take part and own: “Ekstra Ordinaryo,” “Bida Body Part” and “Playlist Natin.”

“Our goal as a company is to continue bringing pioneering digital solutions to Filipinos especially as the pandemic lingers. This time, with PIE, we want to bring our kababayans an entertainment experience they can share. We want Filipinos to have a new way to enjoy and celebrate everyday wins to help uplift them despite their daily battles. We want them to feel like we are still together even while physically apart,” said Vince Yamat, Managing Director of 917Ventures.

ABS-CBN Chief Operating Officer of Broadcast Cory Vidanes said the company’s venture into PIE is testament to their organization’s boosted digital pivot.

“ABS-CBN is committed to bringing innovative content to as many Filipinos as possible, and in recent years, we have been engaging audiences more through a stronger digital presence and collaboration with various groups. Our partnership with PIE is a significant step in that direction and we’re looking forward to engaging with Kapamilyas in a whole new way,” said Vidanes.

Test broadcast of PIE has begun this month. Its revolutionary brand of entertainment will also be available 21/7 to everyone through YouTube. It will be accessible to some 11 million households with digital TV boxes in Metro Manila, Cebu, Davao, Iloilo, Zamboanga, Naga, Baguio and nearby provinces and to 85 Million digitally-connected Filipinos this May 2022. To find PIE, viewers may rescan their digiboxes now.

You may also visit and follow PIE (@iamPIEofficial) on social media for more updates!

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C-Lium Fibre Elaborates on the Many Benefits of Psyllium Fiber in New Campaign Featuring Celebrity Mom Solenn Heusaff

C-Lium Fibre, the leading Psyllium fiber supplement underscores the benefits of Psyllium fiber in its 2022 campaign, that tackles the importance of gut health in achieving overall wellness.   

DUAL CLEANSING ACTION 

Sourced from the Plantago ovata’s seeds, Psyllium fiber has two kinds of fiber: soluble and insoluble. Soluble Fiber helps remove excess fat, sugar, and bad cholesterol, while insoluble fiber gently sweeps them out of the digestive system.   

GUT HEALTH IMPACTS OVERALL HEALTH 

With these actions, Psyllium fiber helps cleanse the body of wastes and toxins and relieves constipation. It also aids in lowering blood sugar and cholesterol levels, and assists in weight management along with proper diet and exercise.   

Psyllium Fiber also feeds the gut's good bacteria (also known as probiotics), which support the immune system. Given all these benefits especially to the gut which helps prevent certain chronic diseases, Psyllium fiber plays a key role in achieving overall health and wellness.    

NATURAL SOURCES 

Although fiber can be found in natural food sources, it is usually a challenge to get the required 25 grams we need daily. To supplement your daily fiber requirement, there‘s C-Lium Fibre in regular husk and capsule formats. It is made from 100% natural psyllium with no preservatives and no artificial colors.   

START EVERY DAY RIGHT  

Psyllium fiber is best taken at the start of the day 9 thus the brand’s message of “starting every day right”.  C-Lium Fibre can be taken before or during breakfast.   

SOLENN HEUSAFF AND HER HEALTHY LIFESTYLE 

Fitness enthusiast, artist, and mother of one Solenn Heussaff, who has been taking C-Lium Fibre long before she became an endorser, could not agree more on the benefits of fiber supplementation and   on taking it at the onset of each day.   

The multi-faceted fitness enthusiast says: “Because I am always doing so many different things, I do my best to be healthy." Heusaff adds: “Adding psyllium fiber to my daily diet promotes gut care, which is essential to my overall health." That’s why I take C-Lium Fibre every day”.   

C-Lium Fibre is available in all major drugstores nationwide and at PascualLab’s flagship Shopee and Lazada stores. It comes in capsule and husk formats as well as in flavored variants (Mango, Dalandan, and Pineapple). Join our FB community @C-LiumFibre to get updates on the latest in health and for promos.

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Smart Assembles Top Gamers Alodia Gosiengfiao, Dexie Diaz, Christine Samson and Nix Gaming for a Star-Studded GIGA Arena Video

Mobile services provider Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) has pulled off an ambitious crossover moment as it brought together top gaming celebrities for a star-studded video for GIGA Arena, the first all-in-one esports platform for Filipino mobile gamers.

The one-minute video features Alodia Gosiengfiao, Dexie Diaz, Christine Samson and Nix Gaming, who are among the most prominent Filipino streamers today.

Alodia rose to international fame for her elaborate cosplays and streaming, and is now the co-founder of Tier One Entertainment, which aims to revolutionize the esports landscape in the country.

Like Alodia, Christine Samson is both a cosplayer and streamer, and dabbles into commercial modelling and a TV hosting.

On the other hand, both Dexie Diaz and Nix are among the country's top Mobile Legends streamers today with 6.6 million and 4 million Facebook followers, respectively.

In the video, these top gamers were transported to the various dimensions of the GIGA Arena and its featured tournaments for Call of Duty Mobile, PUBG, League of Legends: Wild Rift and Mobile Legends: Bang Bang to immerse in their favorite games and train for greatness together

WATCH HERE https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5FpNkhsvGDA

Like Alodia, Dexie, Christine, and Nix Gaming, Filipino gamers and esports enthusiasts looking to test their skills and train for greatness can step inside the Smart Giga Arena.

No matter what the game is, whether it’s Mobile Legends: Bang Bang, League of Legends: Wild Rift, PUBG Mobile, or Call of Duty Mobile, gamers can find top personalities slugging it out in the trenches with you as they train for greatness in the daily, weekly, and monthly tournaments.

The best part is interested players don’t even have to be the best or high-ranking to get a chance to play — the Smart GIGA Arena trains them to be the best and lets them hone their skills with others who may be more experienced with no discrimination.

The more they play, the better they get, and they can even get chances at winning real cash prizes!

Participate in any tournaments at Smart GIGA Arena

To join Smart GIGA Arena, subscribers can simply go to gigaarena.smart and create an account using their Smart or TNT mobile number. To join ongoing tournaments, users need to use Giga Arena tickets, which they can earn and accumulate every time they register to GIGA Games data packs on the GigaLife App or by dialing *123#

Aside from enabling users to compete in live tournaments with real cash prizes, the all-in-one platform also comes with innovative features that allow mobile gamers to stream live competitions, play arcade games, purchase e-load, and conveniently link their e-wallet to secure their tournament winnings via GigaPay with PayMaya, among others.

Philippines Fastest 5G Mobile Network

Smart subscribers enjoy leveled-up gaming experiences powered by Smart, the Philippines’ fastest 5G mobile network according to Ookla, the global leader in mobile and broadband intelligence.

Ookla declared Smart as the country’s fastest 5G mobile network and the winner of its Speedtest Awards™ for Q3-Q4 2021 with a Speed Score of 201.95. Its closest competitor posted a Speed Score of 116.08.

Enter the Smart GIGA Arena, your training ground to greatness at gigaarena.smart.

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Anji Salvacion to Bring Relatable Feels in “Feels: The Concert” on April 30

Anji Salvacion is beaming with elation and gratitude as her “Feels: The Concert” is finally happening on April 30 (Saturday) - her first solo concert where she hopes to connect with her supporters.

“This is really very special and important to me because first of all I'll be sharing this beautiful moment with my supporters and that’s what I’m really looking forward to as well. I can't wait to share the bond between a performer and an audience,” Anji shared.

Though tight-lipped about the must-see performances she prepared for her digital concert, the former “Pinoy Big Brother: Kumunity Season 10” celebrity housemate assured that a full-on concert vibe is to be expected as well as lots of relatable ‘feels.’

During the “Feels The Concert” virtual media conference, Anji also shared her dream of incorporating a part of her hometown Siargao into the show.

“Siargao is where I grew up and doon bumuo ng family ‘yung parents ko. I wanted to bring my whole family sa concert ko and I wanted to sing with them all. I want to share it with them para mas special ‘yung moment,” she said.

Anji recently dropped her first self-written single “Dalampasigan,” which symbolizes her memories of spending time at the beach in Siargao as well as the comfort of spending her childhood with her father.

VIP and regular tickets for the ABS-CBN Events-led “Feels: The Concert” are still available for purchase at KTX.ph, which are priced at P399 and P199 respectively. The SVIP tickets, which include a behind-the-scenes documentary of the concert aside from access to a Zoom after-party and main concert link, have already sold out.

Let Anji bring you her sunshine in “Feels: The Concert,” streaming live on April 30 (Saturday), 8PM via KTX.ph. For updates, follow @ABSCBNPR on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok, or visit www.abs-cbn.com/newsroom.

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Watch: "Top Gun: Maverick" Cast in Intense Pilot-Training

The most intense film training ever…You won’t believe the training each actor had to go through. Go behind the scenes now and see the action come to life in Paramount Pictures’ Top Gun: Maverick. 

YouTube: https://youtu.be/Kh7OZYI-tNQ

After more than thirty years of service as one of the Navy’s top aviators, Pete “Maverick” Mitchell (Tom Cruise) is where he belongs, pushing the envelope as a courageous test pilot and dodging the advancement in rank that would ground him. When he finds himself training a detachment of Top Gun graduates for a specialized mission the likes of which no living pilot has ever seen, Maverick encounters Lt. Bradley Bradshaw (Miles Teller), call sign: “Rooster,” the son of Maverick’s late friend and Radar Intercept Officer Lt. Nick Bradshaw, aka “Goose”.

Facing an uncertain future and confronting the ghosts of his past, Maverick is drawn into a confrontation with his own deepest fears, culminating in a mission that demands the ultimate sacrifice from those who will be chosen to fly it.

Directed by Joseph Kosinski, Top Gun: Maverick stars Tom Cruise, Miles Teller, Jennifer Connelly, Jon Hamm, Glen Powell, Lewis Pullman, Charles Parnell, Bashir Salahuddin, Monica Barbaro, Jay Ellis, Danny Ramirez, Greg Tarzan Davis with Ed Harris.

The film is written by Ehren Kruger and Eric Warren Singer and Christopher McQuarrie, based the characters created by Jim Cash & Jack Epps, Jr. Produced by Jerry Bruckheimer, Tom Cruise, Christopher McQuarrie and David Ellison.

Top Gun: Maverick is distributed in the Philippines by Paramount Pictures through Columbia Pictures. 

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Sagip Pelikula Honors Star for All Seasons Vilma Santos in Latest Spotlight on KTX.ph

ABS-CBN Film Restoration pays tribute to the Star for All Seasons, Vilma Santos, in the latest edition of “Sagip Pelikula Spotlight” on KTX.ph, featuring her digitally restored film “Karma” this April.

Apart from “Karma,” audiences can watch more of Vilma’s memorable and award-winning performances in “Haplos,” “Tag-ulan sa Tag-araw,” “Langis at Tubig,” and “In My Life” all featuring a special one-on-one interview with Vilma herself, now available on KTX.

“Sagip Pelikula Spotlight” is an online commemorative event organized by ABS-CBN Film Restoration that honors prominent and notable figures in Philippine cinema by showing digitally restored films for today’s audiences to enjoy.

The latest installment of “Sagip Pelikula Spotlight” celebrates the legacy of Vilma, an icon in Philippine cinema with a career that spans six decades, 200+ films from 70+ directors, and whose filmography includes “Sister Stella L.,” “T-Bird at Ako,” “Anak,” “Dekada ‘70,” among many others.

Vilma expressed gratitude to Sagip Pelikula for not only restoring classic films for today’s generation of viewers, but also highlighting the artistry of every Filipino filmmaker throughout history.

“May I take this opportunity to thank you from the bottom of my heart. I thank you as artists who have made great contributions to the industry. Do you know that with your commitment to restoring classic films, you are not only saving these masterpieces for the new breed of stars and audiences to appreciate but also showcasing the artistry of every Filipino filmmaker? This initiative truly needs to be commended,” Vilma shared in a special interview with ABS-CBN Film Restoration head Leo Katigbak.

Kicking off the Spotlight series on Vilma is the 1981 classic “Karma” directed by Danny Zialcita. The movie depicts the supernatural relationship between Sara (Vilma) and Eric (Ronaldo Valdez) as reincarnations of old illicit lovers Guada and Enrico, which first began in an uneventful encounter during the eve of Sara’s marriage.

Both entangled in their disarrayed marriages, Sara and Eric cross fates anew and seem to follow the same path Guada and Enrico left off before their tragic deaths at the hands of Guada’s envious husband, Limbo. But in whose spouse does the spirit of Limbo rest?

Also starring in Zialcita’s masterpiece are veteran actors Tommy Abuel, Chanda Romero, Aurora Salve, Suzanne Gonzalez, Martha Sevilla, Odette Khan, Virginia Montes, Bella Flores, Etang Ditcher, Vic Silayan, Fred Montilla, Renato Robles, Ruel Vernal, Augusto Victa, Butz Aquino, Dante Rivero, Leila Hermosa, and Christopher de Leon.

Today’s viewers and movie aficionados can catch the digitally restored version of “Karma,” featuring an exclusive one-on-one interview with Vilma herself during its pre-show, now showing on KTX.ph.

Tickets are now available at https://bit.ly/KarmaOnKTX for only P150.

ABS-CBN Film Restoration celebrated its tenth year of restoring and remastering films from directors and writers of note for today’s viewers to appreciate through its Sagip Pelikula initiative. These efforts have earned multiple recognitions from award-giving bodies worldwide, including the prestigious Gold Quill Award given by the International Association of Business Communicators (IABC), Gawad Pedro Bucaneg from Unyon ng mga Manunulat sa Pilipinas (UMPIL), and most recently the Gawad PASADO sa Pagsisinop ng mga De Kalibreng Pelikula distinction from the 23rd Gawad PASADO organized by Pampelikulang Samahan ng mga Dalubguro (PASADO).

For more details on its upcoming film showings, follow ABS-CBN Film Restoration on Facebook (facebook.com/filmrestorationabscbn), Twitter (@ABS_Restoration), and Instagram (@abscbnfilmrestoration).

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Sharon Cuneta and Regine Velasquez-Alcasid to Bring "Iconic" Concert to a Grander Scale

The premier tourism and entertainment destination, Resorts World Manila, is taking one of the country’s most memorable concerts to the first fully integrated resort in the Philippines. This year, the Megastar, Sharon Cuneta, and Asia’s Songbird, Regine Velasquez, return to the concert stage with “Iconic” on June 17 & 18, 8PM at the Marriott Grand Ballroom.

The “Iconic” concert that was first staged in 2019 was a highly successful sold-out show that has earned the year’s prestigious Aliw Award for Best Collaboration in a Concert. This year, as two formidable divas return to the stage, “Iconic” is set on a grander scale under the musical direction of industry greats, Louie Ocampo and Raul Mitra and directed by Paolo Valenciano. Produced by Full House Theater Company, the “Iconic” concert will be a night to remember with two Philippine iconic divas performing live on a single stage.

Feel the thrill of live entertainment and witness the Iconic concert of grand proportions. Tickets are now available at all TicketWorld and SM Tickets outlets: P15,470 (SVIP Zone 1), P14,365 (SVIP Zone 2), P13,260 (SVIP Zone 3), P12,155 (VIP Zone 4), P11,050 (VIP Zone 5), P9,950 (VIP Zone 6), P8,300 (Gold Zone 7) P7,200 (Gold Zone 8), P5,550 (Silver), and P2,800 (Bronze). For inquiries, contact Girah Manaligod (0917 872 8309), Kenneth Navoa (0917 807 9387), Neil Crisostomo (0917 658 9378) or call Ticketworld (02) 8891-9999, or SM Tickets (02) 8470-2222.

To know more about Iconic and RWM’s entertainment schedule, visit www.rwmanila.com or follow @rwmanila on Facebook and Twitter, and @resortsworldmanila on Instagram.

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realme Pad Mini 3GB+32GB WiFi Variant to Launch at P1,500 OFF Starting April 20

Coming off of the successful launch of its latest tablet earlier this month, realme, the PH’s no. 1 smartphone brand for 2021 announced the arrival of the 3GB+32GB WiFi variant of the realme Pad Mini.

Designed to provide excellent entertainment and productivity at the palm of your hands, the realme Pad Mini is the ideal multimedia companion for your digital needs. In addition to being one of the slimmest and lightest tablets in its price segment with its 7.6mm Ultra Slim Design and 8.7’’ Large Display, it comes with other dynamic features such as the powerful Unisoc T616 Processor for effortless multitasking, an 8MP Ultra Wide-Angle Rear Camera and Dual Stereo Speakers for optimal video streaming, and a 6400mAh Mega Battery with 18W Quick Charge for longer use.

The realme Mini Pad also has a Memory Expansion of up to 1TB so running out of storage for your files and apps would not be a problem.

The arrival of the realme Pad Mini marked a milestone for realme Philippines as this is the first-ever realme product to debut in the country ahead of other markets. This comes as a follow-up to the widely successful realme Pad launched last year as the brand continues the expansion of its TechLife ecosystem and product portfolio.

Available in two colors: Grey and Blue, the realme Pad Mini 3GB+32GB WiFi variant will be available nationwide for only P8,990 SRP. As an exclusive early-bird offer on Lazada, the device will be available at P1,500 OFF, bringing it down to P7,490 from April 20 until April 22.

The previously launched 3GB+32GB LTE and 4GB+64GB LTE variants are also still available on Lazada, and via realme stores and partner dealers nationwide.

To know more about the realme Pad Mini and other exciting realme updates, be sure to to follow realme on Facebook at www.facebook.com/realmePhilippines or visit www.realme.com.ph.

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Upgrade your Appliances and Gadgets at Shopee’s Tech Showroom and Win up to ₱135,000 Worth of Vouchers from realme, Philips, GameXtreme, and More!

Upgrading your home with the latest appliances and gadgets can come with a hefty price tag. Luckily, Shopee is giving Pinoy techies a treat with its first Tech Showroom sale from April 20-23, where huge discounts from a wide assortment of electronics brands await. Even bigger rewards are in store for shoppers, with exciting vouchers to be given away by bestselling brands such as realme, Philips, GameXtreme, DJI, Deerma, and many more!

Win up to ₱135,000 worth of brand vouchers

Shopee’s Tech Showroom shoppers will stand a chance to win vouchers from well-loved tech brands realme, Philips Official Store, GameXtreme, DJI, Deerma, Mcdodo Philippines, Dreame, Globe, Tecno Mobile, PerySmith, MSI, and VEGER.

From April 20-23, 2022, users who purchase electronics products using any of the Tech Showroom vouchers will get one raffle entry. These vouchers are available on the Tech Showroom microsite on Shopee and can be claimed daily. Make sure to apply your claimed voucher when you complete your purchase. Only those who have utilized the vouchers, and successfully paid and received their orders on or before May 5, 2022 will be eligible for the giveaway.

Twelve lucky winners will be randomly selected and will be notified of their prize on May 6, 2022. Winners will be informed via the Shopee App the brand voucher they won, along with instructions on how to claim their prize from Shopee Philippines - so make sure your Push Notifications are enabled!

Discounts up to 90% off on top tech products

Aside from the exciting prizes up for grabs, users can also expect huge discounts from their favorite electronics brands throughout the sale. Check out Tech Showroom on the Shopee app daily from April 20-23 to score exciting deals from the following brands:

• April 20: up to 63% off at realme Official Store, Philips Official Store, GameXtreme
• April 21: up to 80% off at Mcdodo Philippines, Deerma Official Store, DJI Official Store
• April 22: up to 67% off at VEGER Flagship Store, PerySmith Official Store, MSI Flagship Store
• April 23: up to 25% off at Tecno Mobile Official Store, Dreame, Globe Official Store

Shopee’s Tech Showroom sale is perfect for shoppers seeking smart ways to upgrade their spaces, with deals that cater to every budget and for every room in their home. Make working from home more efficient while enjoying big savings up to 90% off on home gadgets such as monitors, keyboards, and charging cables when you shop on April 21. Enjoy more immersive movie nights with a new TV, a top-quality soundbar, or a powerful WiFi router at deals up to 68% off on April 22. Finally, if you’ve been looking to make meal prepping faster, easier, and more efficient, then you’re in for a treat with discounts up to 60% off on kitchen appliances like refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee machines on April 23.

Check out these awesome tech deals with ShopeePay for exclusive perks and savings such as daily free shipping and cashback vouchers. With ShopeePay, look forward to contactless payments and deals when you buy load, pay bills, and send money. Get up to 10% off on load across all networks and up to 25% cashback on your monthly bills from over 60 billers. With ShopeePay’s send money feature, you can enjoy instant transfers to over 40 banks and e-wallets via InstaPay or to any Shopee user for free and with no hidden fees. Test your luck and join the “Shopee Milyonaryo'' raffle draw by sending money from your ShopeePay wallet (at least P50) to any bank, e-wallet or Shopee user until April 22 and get the chance to win P1,000,000 via ShopeePay.

For more information, visit: https://shopee.ph/m/tech-showroom

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Sparkle Offers Fun, Fresh, and Vibrant Summer with the Launch of SPARKADA

This April, Sparkle makes its biggest splash yet with the launch of 17 young and fresh faces that’s sure to brighten up your summer!

Aptly named “SPARKADA,” each member of Sparkle’s newest barkada was handpicked by renowned Starmaker Johnny "Mr. M" Manahan for their colorful backgrounds, not to mention their potential to be the next leading stars in showbiz.

“All the members of the Sparkada have a certain ‘It Factor.’ You don’t know what it is, but it makes them unique, interesting, and attractive. They come from all over the Philippines and of course they are all young, fun, and exciting,” he said.

Mr. M also expressed his confidence in the Sparkada’s star power and trusts that their determination to succeed will help carry them far in their careers.

“Most of the Sparkada already have a strong social media following. They are already celebrities in their own spheres and rights. Sparkle is here to magnify it and make them even bigger stars. They have all been through intense workshops to make sure they are ready for the limelight.”

The introduction of Sparkada marks Sparkle’s third launch for 2022 showing the talent management group’s drive to stir excitement and spark inspiration in the entertainment industry.

Get to know the 17 stunners and head turners of Sparkada below:

The Girls of Sparkada

Roxie Smith Age: 22 Height: 5’5” Roxie Smith is a beauty queen who has won several titles such as Miss Earth 2020. She sparkles as an ambassador for a renowned hair care brand which makes this ballerina, stage actress, and title holder an exciting package altogether.

Cheska Fausto Age: 21 Height: 5’3” Cheska Fausto can host, sing, dance, and act, making this Zamboangueña beauty one to watch. Aside from her talent in performing, Cheska has also achieved a modest amount of success as a content creator and influencer all on her own. She dabbles in theater and has competed in beauty pageants as well.

Vanessa Peña Age: 17 Height: 5’7” Statuesque Vanessa Peña is a real stunner who caught our eye through her videos on TikTok. Vanessa’s potential as an actress is being honed through guestings in Kapuso shows and appearing as part of the primetime series Widows’ Web.

Kirsten Gonzales Age: 18 Height: 5’2” Kirsten Gonzales stands out thanks to her distinct and angelic face which has graced various commercials for well-known brands. This shorthaired charmer is a good dancer and has recently shown her acting chops via stints in a couple of GMA shows.

Caitlyn Stave Age: 17 Height: 5’6” Born and raised in San Francisco, USA, Caitlyn Stave moved back to Bukidnon with her family three years ago where she then became a local pageant favorite shortly after. Aside from her standout looks, this girl also has personality in spades! Now a budding influencer, big brands are starting to notice this new girl on the block.

Dilek Montemayor Age: 23 Height: 5’5” Half-Turkish Dilek Montemayor is a familiar face that has starred in TV commercials for numerous brands. This beauty also has the brains to back it up with her degree in Aeronautical Engineering and ability to speak four languages!

Tanya Ramos Age: 15 Height: 5’6” We have a future dramatic actress in our sights with up-and-coming showbiz royalty Tanya Ramos thanks to her expressive eyes. Wendell Ramos’ teen daughter has also proven herself to be quite the dancer as evidenced by her videos on TikTok.

Lauren King Age: 14 Height: 5’5” Fil-Aussie cutie Lauren King started modeling at the age of three and has also joined Eat Bulaga's Little Miss Philippines. This 8th grader excels both in academics and sports while her workshop output has been warmly praised by Sparkle workshop headteacher Ana Feleo.

The Boys of Sparkada

Saviour Ramos Age: 22 Height: 5’8” Saviour Ramos is a promising leading man just like his father, Wendell Ramos, who he takes after with his good looks and fit physique. Aside from the acting chops, Saviour is also blessed with a beautiful singing voice and has already released three singles.

Jeff Moses Age: 22 Height: 5’8” Moreno cutie Jeff Moses has amassed quite the following online, especially on TikTok where he uploads dance and song covers that garner plenty of views in no time. Apart from his talents, charming smile, and happy-go-lucky personality, Jeff’s fans also adore him for his well-maintained figure.

Anjay Anson Age:19 Height: 6’1” Anjay Anson is definitely the new matinee idol to watch for! This tall head turner, athlete, and model has appeared in a few Kapuso shows and is also part of the primetime series Widows’ Web opposite Vanessa Peña.

Michael Sager Age: 19 Height: 5’11” If Michael Sager’s chinito good looks don’t charm you the first time, then certainly his variety of talents or his gentlemanly manners will. Hailing from Vancouver, Canada, Michael moved back to the Philippines to follow his artista dreams! Did you know, he once appeared as a backup dancer in Disney’s Descendants?

Kim Perez Age: 23 Height: 5’10” Thanks to the workshops, training, and experience as a commercial model under his belt, Kim Perez is more than ready to take the spotlight. Kim also has wonderful vocals. That paired with his kilowatt smile make for one killer combination.

Vince Maristela Age: 21 Height: 5’10” Once a child star who portrayed the younger versions of some of the industry’s well-known actors, Vince Maristela is now all grown up and is ready to step into his own roles. Vince’s boy next door look coupled with his fit bod make him an excellent model and a photographer’s favorite.

Raheel Bhyria Age: 20 Height: 5’10” Fil-Pakistani Raheel Bhyria started modeling in his teens and his love for sports such as boxing, badminton, and basketball helped him achieve his admirable physique. His striking good looks register well on screen and we won’t be surprised to see him hailed as showbiz’ next heartthrob.

Larkin Castor Age: 20 Height: 5’10” Larkin Castor is an in demand TVC model, avid golfer, and basketball player. Larkin is also passionate about his music and can play the guitar while singing with ease. His soothing voice and sultry stare can make just about anyone swoon!

Sean Lucas Age: 18 Height: 5’10” Sean Lucas possesses a charm, personality, and humor like no other. A graduate of Philippine Science High School and a future industrial engineer, Sean can be funny, brainy, and cute all at the same time. His natural charisma and unique humor will definitely lend itself well to future leading romcom roles.

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Miss Universe Philippines 2022 Crowning Moment to be Aired on iWantTFC and ABS-CBN Entertainment YouTube Channel this April 30

A new queen will be hailed as the official bet of the country to the prestigious Miss Universe on April 30 as Miss Universe Philippines 2022 streams LIVE and for FREE starting 7 pm via iWantTFC and ABS-CBN Entertainment YouTube Channel.

Filipinos all over the world will get to see Miss Universe Philippines 2021 Beatrice Luigi Gomez pass her crown on this special night through ABS-CBN, as the official digital streaming partner of the Miss Universe Philippines.

Take part in a uniquely beautiful historic event in Philippine pageantry with Miss Universe 2015 Pia Wurtzbach, Miss Universe 2016 Iris Mittenaere, and Miss Universe 2017 Demi-Leigh Tebow, who will serve as the coronation night’s hosts.

Catch the 32 delegates as they flaunt their sexy physiques, parade their evening gowns, and give their best answers at the MOA Arena while exciting performances will also be delivered by Bamboo, Francisco Martin, and Sam Concepcion.

But before the coronation night, the girls will still showcase their talents and wits in the preliminary activities on April 27, 6 pm at The Cove Manila. Viewers can watch the highlights of the said activities on the different ABS-CBN digital platforms.

Watch and support the 32 finalists on their quest to be the next Miss Universe Philippines LIVE on April 30, 7 pm on iWantTFC, ABS-CBN Entertainment YouTube Channel, and TFC IPTV. 

Catch the highlights of the preliminaries and the coronation night on ABS-CBN Entertainment’s Facebook page, TikTok, Twitter, and Instagram.

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