BINI Releases Summer Banger "Cherry on Top" Music Video Serves Eye-Popping Visuals

The nation’s girl group BINI brings a delightful addition to their bubblegum discography with the new summer banger “Cherry on Top,” now available on music streaming platforms worldwide.

Its music video features BINI members Aiah, Colet, Maloi, Gwen, Stacey, Mikha, Jhoanna, and Sheena in eye-popping visuals dancing through a carefree summer vibe sound.

As of writing, “Cherry on Top” is on Spotify New Music Friday charts in Korea, Australia & New Zealand, Malaysia, Indonesia, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Singapore, Japan, and the Philippines. The song also topped iTunes Philippines while its music video immediately became no. 1 on Trending for music on YouTube Philippines.

“Cherry on Top” follows the group’s “Talaawaran” EP drop last March, which features hit songs “Karera,” “Salamin, Salamin,” and “Pantropiko.”

After their sold-out three-day concert held at the New Frontier Theater, BINI has embarked on their “BINIverse” tour across the country this July to be followed by their North American tour next month.

The pop octet, formed by ABS-CBN’s “Star Hunt Academy,” recently debuted on the Global Top Artist Chart on Spotify, becoming the first-ever Filipino artist to achieve this. Labeled the next pop sensation out of Asia, BINI has already received the prestigious Rising Star Award for Women in Music from Billboard Philippines, Rolling Stone’s “Ones to Watch,” MTV Asia's Artist Spotlight title, and one of Teen Vogue's 2024 Girl Groups to watch.

Fans can now listen to BINI’s “Cherry On Top” here: https://orcd.co/bini-cherryontop and watch the official music video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wufUX5P2Ds8

 

Get regular updates by following @BINI_ph on Facebook, X (Twitter), Instagram, and TikTok, and subscribing to their official YouTube channel, BINI Official.

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Mark Wahlberg and Halle Berry Team Up for Netflix’s Newest Action Film "The Union"

Old flame. New mission.

Hollywood superstars Mark Wahlberg and Halle Berry team-up for the action film "The Union". Premieres August 16 only on Netflix.

Mike (Mark Wahlberg) is happy living a simple life as a construction worker in his native New Jersey – until his long-lost high school sweetheart, Roxanne (Halle Berry), shows up with more on her mind than romance. Knowing he’s the right man for the job, she recruits Mike on a dangerous intelligence mission in Europe that thrusts them back together into a world of spies and high-speed car chases, with sparks flying along the way.

"The Union" also stars Mike Colter, Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje, Jessica De Gouw, Alice Lee, Jackie Earle Haley and J.K. Simmons.

For more updates, visit www.netflix.com/TheUnion.

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Kojie.san Reigns as the #1 Lightening Soap in the Philippines According to NielsenIQ

Attention beauty enthusiasts! Your favorite lightening soap, Kojie.san, continues to reign as the top lightening soap in the Philippines, based on data from NielsenIQ, the world's largest database of consumer-buying behavior.

Still loved and trusted lightening soap by millions of Filipinos, NielsenIQ has named Kojie.san number one in terms of sales, solidifying its undisputed position as one of the best products in the beauty industry. As the country’s top lightening soap, Kojie.san isn't just about having lighter skin - it’s about allowing women to define what’s their own idea of beauty - no matter what other people think.

The iconic soap Kojie.san Classic Lightening Soap, formulated with high-grade kojic acid to effectively lightens skin to target dark spots and uneven skin tone when used regularly, easily won the hearts of millions of consumers, following the brand’s vision of empowerment and taking ownership of one’s beauty. It has also another variant Kojie.san Skin Lightening HydroMoist Soap.

NielsenIQ’s top lightening kojic soap label also offers other effective and well-loved variants, catering to different needs and preferences.

The brand has also the Kojie.san Dreamwhite Soap - a variant created to its more mature market who needs a little extra care to revitalized their ageing skin when used regularly. It has the properties of Collagen and Elastin, combined with the lightening effect of kojic acid.

Finally, to cater to men who want to stand out and be on the top of their game, Kojie.san Men Lightening Face and Body Soap is specifically formulated to work best on a man’s tougher skin layer. It also helps lighten skin with regular use, especially the dark areas in the body.

A testament to Kojie.san’s success is the overwhelming support on its social media and people sharing their experience using the products.

One user shares, “My skin is really light and glowing now. I’ve used no other product but Kojie.san from 2012 until [today]; and I can say that it is really effective.”

Taking pride in Kojie.san’s spot as the number one lightening soap in the country, Kelcey Chua, Kojie.san’s brand manager says, “To us, this victory shows that we have led Filipinos to take ownership of what is beautiful, and make their versions of beauty a reality. This is what true success means to us.”

What keeps the brand on top is its commitment to listening to customers, and evolving and innovating with the market's changing needs. Ultimately, Kojie.san prioritizes its consumers, making it the number one choice for lightening soap.

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Century Tuna Awards the Superbods 2024 #BestYouEver Grand Winners

Inspired more than ever, Century Tuna, the no. 1 tuna brand in the Philippines, hails Jether Palomo and Justine Felizarta as the Grand Winners for Century Tuna Superbods 2024 #BestYouEver besting the 36 finalists.

Century Tuna Male Superbod Grand Winner Jether Palomo is a Filipino fitness influencer and Mister Tourism World Philippines who loves to share his travel and wellness journeys. Meanwhile, Century Tuna Female Superbods Grand Winner Justine Felizarta was Miss Tourism World 2022 1 st runner-up and an inspiring beauty and fitness enthusiast.

Jether and Justine will take home PHP500,000 tax-free each. Patrick Patawaran and Jessica Marasigan were also named as the Century Tuna Superbods runners-up.

The prime fitness and wellness competition in the country, the Century Tuna Superbods 2024 #BestYouEver celebrated the exceptional stories of the 36 finalists and their journey towards physical transformation and personal growth and their advocacies on self-love and self- improvement. Through the Century Tuna Superbods competition, Century Tuna together with the Superbods embraced the best version of themselves.

Held at the Marriott Grand Ballroom in Pasay, the star-studded Finals Night was headlined by Century Tuna Superbod Kathryn Bernardo who spearheaded the #BestYouEver movement as she brought the heat on with a breathtaking performance with the iconic dance group, GForce. Filipino indie band Lola Amour also performed their viral songs including “Raining in Manila”.

Aside from the sizzling performances, the powerhouse lineup of judges included Miss Universe 2015 and Century Tuna Endorser Ms. Pia Wurtzbach-Jauncey, Primetime and Box Office Queen and Supermom Ms. Marian Rivera-Dantes, Philippines' Original Heartthrob Mr. Aga Muhlach, and Actor and Public Servant Mr. Richard Gomez. They are joined by PC&V Communications Inc. President Ms. Carol San Pedro, Century Pacific Food Inc. Vice President and General Manager for Branded Tuna Division Mr. Carlo Endaya, and Century Pacific Food Inc. Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer Mr. Greg Banzon.

Featuring their healthy and fit physiques and inspiring #BestYouEver stories, the Superbods finalists showcased their charms and charisma wearing their lifestyle wear, Bench Activewear, swimwear, and resort wear on the runway before the announcement of the Top 8 Male and Top 8 Female Superbods for the Question and Answer portion.

Top 16 Superbods grand finalists were Jether Palomo, Jeff Ong, Aaron Davis, Carlo Adorador, Patrick Patawaran, Naia Ching, Nikko Nackaerts, Michael Ver Comaling, Justine Felizarta, Jessica Marasigan, Imelda Schweighart, Morena Carlos, Inka Magnaye, Julia Sucgang-Bonoan, Brooke Barredo, and Keylyn Trajano.

“You can authentically show who you are as a person. Ultimately, I didn't fall apart but fell into place. Now I wanna be able to use that social platform to continue to inspire others on their fitness journey on becoming their best you ever,” said Jether Palomo during the question-and- answer portion which won the hearts of the judges.

Justine Felizarta also said, “Winning Superbods is more than just a title for me. Even when there are a lot of challenges and obstacles along the way, I strive to be the best version of myself. I want to inspire more people to go out of their comfort zone and chase their dreams no matter how big it is.”

The finalists went through a series of activities and challenges where they got to showcase their wits, physical strength, and advocacies leading up to the Finals Night.

Among the special awards received by the Century Tuna Superbods during the Finals Night were the following: 

Slay the Runway awarded by Jojo Bragais - Jether Palomo and Jessica Marasigan

Super Stunner (Photogenic) - Aaron Davis and Jessica Marasiga

Perfect Smile Award awarded by Urban Smiles - Jether Palomo and Jessica Marasigan

People’s Choice Award - Jether Palomo and Inka Magnaye

Bench Active Lifestyle Icon Award - Aaron Davis and Hazel Ortiz

Superdad and Supermom Award - Carlo Adorador, Imelda Schweighart, Enzo Bonoan and Julia Sucgang-Bonoan

Unstoppable Award from Anytime Fitness - Carlo Adorador and Jasmin Ariola

Ageless Award - Derick Hibaler and Miaow Ayesa

Flex Like a Superbod awarded by Masflex - Jether Palomo and Brooke Barredo

Best Yesterday awarded by Garmin - Jether Palomo and Inka Magnaye

Fitness Breakthrough Award - Angel Mallari and Keylyn Trajano

Belo Skincare Sensation Award - Aaron Davis and Jessica Marasigan

E- commerce Superstar Award - Jether Palomo

“We cannot express how proud we are of the Century Tuna Superbods 2024 #BestYouEver finalists. Congratulations to Justine and Jether for leading the pack. We hope that your journey as Superbods will not end tonight and we hope you’ll continue your advocacy of inspiring other to be the best versions of themselves,” said Century Pacific Food Inc. Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer Mr. Greg Banzon.

For more information, please visit https://centurytuna.ph/ or visit Century Tuna on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/centurytuna or @centurytunasuperbods on Instagram for more updates.

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Philippine TV's Primetime King Coco Martin is Ambassador of iWantTFC's "Libreng Manood" Campaign

The country's Primetime King Coco Martin is the face of iWantTFC's "Libreng Manood" campaign.

As its newest ambassador, Coco expressed his delight to be part of iWantTFC's campaign of further elevating Pinoys' favorite pastime of watching their favorite shows. "Sa bawat Pilipino, ito ang libangan natin. Ito ang nakakapag-refresh sayo at nakakapag-relax ka. Hindi mo na kailangang lumabas. Ida-download mo lang, nasa cellphone at TV mo lang, nandyan na agad," Coco said in an interview with ABS-CBN News.

He added that iWantTFC is perfect for those who want to catch up on all episodes of today's must-watch teleseryes, a wide variety of classic series, and more. "Napakarami pang choices sa iWantTFC. At kung gusto mong balikan ang mga favorite mong pelikula o teleserye, anytime nababalikan mo," he elaborated.

The nationwide campaign includes a variety of out-of-home materials including digital and static billboards, jeepney top ads, online ad placements and on-the-ground activations, among others.

Among the titles to stream for free on iWantTFC anytime are Coco's hit shows, featuring his high-rated teleserye "FPJ's Batang Quiapo," with new episodes dropping Mondays to Fridays at 8 PM, plus all seasons of his long-running action serye "FPJ's Probinsyano," and movie hits "Ang Panday," "Beauty and the Bestie," "Feng Shui 2," "Padre de Familia," among many others—available on iWantTFC's "All Coco" selection.

Viewers can stay ahead of the latest happenings in the hit primetime series "Pamilya Sagrado" and "High Street," both dropping new episodes 48 hours ahead of their TV broadcast.

iWantTFC also prides its vast collection of movies to choose from and watch anytime, even on the go - featuring the best of Star Cinema flicks "Hello, Love, Goodbye," "Love You To the Stars and Back," "Alone/Together," "Dalaw," and "The Breakup Playlist," among others; digitally restored classics "Got 2 Believe," "Oro, Plata, Mata," and "Sa Aking Mga Kamay."

Viewers can also stream iWantTFC's array of original programs, from light-hearted series "Drag You & Me," "Tara, G!" and "Teen Clash," one-of-a-kind love stories in "Malaya," "Glorious," "Sleep With Me," and "The Boy Foretold by the Stars," to suspense-filled shows with "Fractured," "Ma," "The Tapes," among others.

Plus, viewers can get their daily dose of news and information with "TV Patrol" and live stream of TeleRadyo Serbisyo, and variety entertainment fix with "It's Showtime" and "ASAP Natin 'To."

All these and more are on iWantTFC, streaming for free on iwanttfc.com and its app (available on iOS and Android).

Get easy access to iWantTFC's content library for free. Aside from portable devices, users can enjoy the iWantTFC viewing experience on a larger screen with select devices, available on Chromecast, and Airplay, among others.  

Visit https://bit.ly/iWantTFC_TVDevices for a complete list of compatible devices. 

To learn more about the offerings of iWantTFC, follow iWantTFC on Facebook, X, Instagram, and YouTube. 

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HONOR 200 Named Official Smartphone of the Historic Esports World Cup

The Esports World Cup Foundation (“EWCF”) and HONOR, a global technology leader, have announced a main partnership for the Esports World Cup (“EWC”), the world's largest gaming festival this summer in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The HONOR 200 Pro will be the official smartphone of the EWC, leveraging the device’s cutting-edge technology to power esports competitions in popular mobile games like Free Fire, Honor of Kings and Women's ML:BB tournament.

As the ultimate smartphone for mobile gaming enthusiasts, the HONOR 200 Pro offers a suite of outstanding new features that appeal to both Esports athletes and casual players.

The partnership will focus on engaging global gamers, strengthening brand identities, and fostering a community driven by the spirit of competition.

Beginning on July 3, the Esports World Cup will transform Riyadh into the epicenter of esports fandom and gaming culture. Located in Boulevard City, fans can watch their favorite athletes and clubs compete across 22 game championships for a share of more than $60 million in life-changing prize money - the largest prize pool in esports history. Over eight weeks, the Esports World Cup will also feature festival activities that include numerous gaming activations, community tournaments, pop culture celebrations, international experiences, and more.

The AI Portrait Master is coming to the Philippines on July 17! Excited for it? Catch it live on Facebook: https://bit.ly/HONOR200SeriesLaunch_PR and get a chance to win your very own HONOR 200! 

Stay tuned for the full mechanics on HONOR Philippines’ social media platforms: Facebook.com/HonorPhilippines

Instagram.com/honorph/

Tiktok.com/@honorphilippines

To check out HONOR’s complete list of retail stores, go to https://www.hihonor.com/ph/retailers/. 

Facebook (Facebook.com/HonorPhilippines)

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Fil-Am Actor Brandon Perea is Extreme Meteorologist Boone in Epic Disaster Film "Twisters"

After his starring in the sci-fi saga The OA, and his big-screen breakout in Jordan Peele’s critically acclaimed horror film Nope, Brandon Perea chases storms along with Tyler Owen (Glen Powell) as Boone in "Twisters." A modern chapter to the 1991 blockbuster, Twister, the new epic adventure follows a group of storm chasers as they try to predict and possibly tame one of nature’s most destructive forces.

Watch Perea and the rest of the cast in the “A Look Inside” featurette: https://youtu.be/tDo9QnmBaEM

Boone and the rest of Owen’s squad hail from Arkansas, and the group of adrenaline junkies are in it for the thrills. “They’re a diverse group of fun and crazy hooligans who work efficiently together, but there’s a higher purpose in what they do,” Perea says. “They’re cool because everyone's just being their genuine honest self, no false fronts. Their goal is to help people and have fun while doing it, and as they reveal themselves to the audience, they will earn everyone’s respect.”

Perea and the cast found inspiration for the vibe of their fun-loving, rag-tag group from the original Twister character, Dusty, played by the late Philip Seymour Hoffman. “I know that I’m talking about one of the greatest actors of all time,” Perea says. “Hopefully I can bring even just a pinkie-nail amount of that fun- kooky energy he brought to the film.”

Director Lee Isaac Chung also wanted to pay tribute to Hoffman by imbuing some of Dusty’s aesthetic onto Boone. “I also wanted to pay respect to Philip Seymour Hoffman, who was so beloved in Twister, for playing this quirky, thrill-seeking character, Dusty, and whose spirit can be seen in the storm wranglers,” Chung says. “Perhaps the most explicit of those homages are on Boone, Tyler’s right-hand man and hype beast, played by Brandon Perea, who rocks some tie-dye, and on Lily, played by Sasha Lane, the group’s free-spirited drone flyer, whose pants have swatches of floral fabric, all nods to Dusty’s wardrobe prints.”

Catch Boone and the gang as they wrangle tornadoes in Twisters, crashing through Philippine cinemas on July 17.

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Say Goodbye to Tired, Aging Skin: Want to Know How?

Have you ever been told, "You look tired," even when you are far from it? The hard truth is, it's not just exhaustion from work, or a lack of sleep - it is simply, and unfortunately, just the unavoidable passage of time, manifesting as tired, aging skin.

It's time to talk about tired skin - manifesting as dull, saggy or drooping, lined or darkened. This is aging skin, and once it happens, it becomes difficult to reverse.

But no matter how inevitable aging is, this can all be prevented and helped. You can still care for your skin, and the earlier you begin, the better you are able to retain its youthful glow and make it even more radiant and wide awake.

How can you combat tired and dull-looking skin? A secret of a lot of women (even some men) is Kojie.san DreamWhite, a skincare line offering a comprehensive regimen infused with potent ingredients to revitalize and rejuvenate the skin. `

This powerhouse regimen harnesses the power of four key ingredients - Milk Peptide Complex, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydrotensyl Complex, and Kojic Acid–to pave the way for transformative results. So far, clinical testing has shown up to 35% reduction in visible wrinkles and a remarkable 21% increase in skin smoothness, versus another skin regimen. It delivers visible effects in just one week.

Don’t let anyone tell you look tired. Take a proactive stance against the signs of aging beginning with Kojie.san DreamWhite Anti-Aging Soap, packed with a fusion of collagen, elastin, and Kojic Acid, that works to hydrate, repair, and lighten skin like a pro - gradually removing the manifestations of tired skin.

Working against sagginess, or dullness of “aging skin,” Kojie.san DreamWhite Anti-Aging Facial Toner with Collagen complements the soap, enriched with marine and botanical extracts not only to moisturize and nourish, but to tighten pores for smoother and firmer skin.

Exposure to harmful UV rays without protection will only quicken aging of the skin, so for daytime defense, there is the Kojie.san DreamWhite Anti- Aging Cream with Sunscreen, infused with SPF30 and youth-regenerating properties to ensure continuous hydration and skin conditioning.

As tired skin manifests through the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, Kojie.san DreamWhite Anti-Aging Overnight Cream treats the skin with nourishing hydration and promotes firmness and elasticity in the delicate areas of the face and the neck.

Finally, targeting dark spots and skin imperfections, Kojie.san DreamWhite Blemish Correcting Cream is formulated with a cell-renewing blend for that young and perfect youthful glow.

Tired skin? Say “NEVER!” With Kojie.san DreamWhite, you can defy age and ensure a youthful and revitalized glow - beauty that is timeless. One might ask, “when’s the best time to use anti-aging products?” The answer is today!

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"Can't Buy Me Love" and "Linlang" Now Available in the US and Canada on ABS-CBN Entertainment YouTube

Kapamilyas in the United States and Canada can now enjoy binge-watching their favorite shows as “Can’t Buy Me Love” and “Linlang” are now streaming on the ABS-CBN Entertainment YouTube channel.

The ‘kilig’ and ‘gigil’ fever that Kapamilyas rave about in the two hit series makes its way to North America for free for the first time where viewers can enjoy on-demand access of its full episodes.

“Can’t Buy Me Love” and “Linlang” captivated audiences as they recently concluded their successful airing on primetime and both shows made waves online for their intriguing plots and viral scenes.

In the romantic-comedy series “Can’t Buy Me Love” starring Donny Pangilinan and Belle Mariano, the phenomenal Gen Z superstars play characters that get entangled in a complicated romantic relationship that all started with a kidnap-for-ransom situation.

On the other hand, “Linlang,” starring JM De Guzman, Paulo Avelino, and Kim Chiu, tells a twisted story of revenge and infidelity about a washed-up boxer uncovering his wife’s affair with his own brother.

ABS-CBN continues to make its programs available in various countries via YouTube as part of the company’s commitment to stay connected to more audiences around the world.

Enjoy watching “Can’t Buy Me Love” and “Linlang” in the United States and Canada on the ABS-CBN Entertainment YouTube channel, the number one YouTube channel in Southeast Asia with over 48 million subscribers.

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