Dwight Ramos and Utsunomiya Brex Dominate Japan B.LEAGUE Final Week in Manila Game 1 Watch Party

Filipino fans showed intense passion for basketball at the Japan B.LEAGUE Final Week in Manila 2025 Game 1 free watch party last May 24 at the Gateway Mall 2 - UGB Quantum Skyview.

The event became a vibrant spectacle of excitement as fans of Levanga Hokkaido star Dwight Ramos flocked to the event, eager to meet Dwight Ramos up close and personal and witness the highly anticipated championship clash between Utsunomiya Brex and Ryukyu Golden Kings.

Dwight Ramos engaged in a photo session with fans and ignited the crowd with his presence. He also did a commentary during the game, providing insightful analysis that thrilled the audience. Filipino basketball fans were treated to a free public viewing party to witness Utsunomiya Brex and Ryukyu Golden Kings square off live from the Yokohama Arena in Japan. Fans followed every thrilling play, which resulted in a dominant performance by the Utsunomiya Brex, with an 81-68 victory over the Ryukyu Golden Kings in Game 1, showcasing masterful offense and defense.

The Utsunomiya Brex's sharp-shooting was on full display with an impressive 16 three-pointers from various players. The Brex's aggressive defense also kept the Golden Kings on their toes throughout the game, which limited the latter team’s scoring opportunities.

With Utsunomiya Brex holding the lead in Game 1, the question remains: who will win Game 2 and take another step towards the coveted B.LEAGUE championship?

The B.LEAGUE Final Week in Manila 2025 is made possible with the enthusiastic support of Cignal, the Embassy of Japan in the Philippines, the Japanese Chamber of Commerce and Industry, and the Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas (SBP).

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Life Moves Fast - Get That Loan Even Faster with MAYA

Life comes at you fast - your next big move, a golden opportunity, or an unexpected expense. One day, you're just manifesting that dream gadget, and the next, you need it ASAP. Your fave artist drops concert tickets, your laptop crashes before a big pitch, or an emergency pops up. When time is money, you can’t afford to wait.

Good thing Maya’s got your back. Now, more upgraded Maya users can borrow instantly with Maya Easy Credit and Maya Personal Loan - no long lines, no endless paperwork, just straight-up speed. A few taps in the Maya app, and boom - funds are in your Maya Wallet, ready to fuel your every move.

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Unlike typical banks, Maya keeps things fast, digital, and stress-free. No waiting weeks for approval. No jumping through hoops. Just instant access to cash - whether it’s for everyday needs or life’s biggest moments.

• For emergencies and everyday essentials: Maya Easy Credit gives you a revolving credit line of up to ₱30,000, so you can borrow instantly for urgent expenses like grocery runs, bills, or unexpected costs. Repay flexibly and borrow again whenever needed.
• For big life moves: Maya Personal Loan lets you borrow up to ₱250,000, payable in up to 24 months - perfect for major purchases, home upgrades, business investments, or even that much-needed dream vacation.

And because Maya is an all-in-one digital bank app, using your borrowed funds is just as easy. Use it to pay with your Maya Card, scan to pay at thousands of merchants, settle bills in-app, or transfer money in seconds - giving you ultimate flexibility, anytime, anywhere.

How to Apply? Easy.

Getting started is simple - just open the Maya app and go to Credit or Loans to check if you're eligible. Need extra funds on demand? Apply for and activate Maya Easy Credit in a few taps and borrow instantly. Eyeing a bigger loan? Apply for a Maya Personal Loan, enter your desired amount, and complete your application in minutes. Once approved, your funds land straight in your Maya Wallet - ready for payments, transfers, or cash withdrawals.

When life moves fast, Maya moves faster. Tap, borrow, and go - only with the #1 Digital Bank in the Philippines.

Apply today via the Maya app. Visit maya.ph and mayabank.ph, and follow @mayaiseverything on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok for updates.

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Dani Zam Releases New Love Anthem "Love Over Me"

Up-and-coming artist Dani Zam has released a new upbeat single titled “Love Over Me.”

“I really wanted to try producing a dance track, something that would get people up and moving, something that they can do choreography to. But at the same time, I wanted it to still have meaning and depth,” she said.

Aside from writing the music and lyrics, Dani co-produced the track with Selah Studios' Joshua Angan. Their production choices, notably in the synths and vocal arrangements, is meant to encapsulate the promise and hope of falling in love.

“Being a producer myself, I’m very particular with how I want things to sound so being able to really dig in and challenge myself in creating something like this, which is out of my wheelhouse, I think is a huge win,” she added.

Last month, the singer-songwriter released the High School Musical-inspired music video for her single “beso,” which entered the Spotify Philippines Viral Songs Chart peaking at no. 61.

The track was the single which kickstarted the release of the extended play (EP) she dropped late last year named “curfew," which also includes other playlist-featured songs like "ever" and "moon.”

“Love Over Me” is available on various streaming platforms. 

For details, follow Tarsier Records on Facebook, X (Twitter), Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube.

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Kyla is "Back to Bliss" in New Worship Single Inspired by an Emotional and Healing Journey

Kyla talks about healing from a heartbreaking loss in her soulful worship single “Back to Bliss.”

“Healing starts with a song,” said the Queen of R&B on Instagram, introducing her latest music that she penned herself with ABS-CBN Music creatives, content, and operations head Jonathan Manalo.

The soulful masterpiece “Back to Bliss” is about total surrender and striving to regain one’s sense of joy and hope after a very difficult journey.

“The feeling of bliss is so sublime it’s hard to explain. But I honestly feel that it is worth seeking,” she said in another post.

She also opened up about her personal journey towards bliss. She wrote, “Coming home to this and just being - I think I’m on my way there… to bliss. I feel wonderful, I want to smile from ear to ear.”

Netizens hailed the single via its official lyric video posted on ABS-CBN Star Music YouTube channel.

“I knew our hearts and ears will be blessed. Kasi Kyla yan eh. But nothing could have prepared me for this. Ako lang ba yung naiyak sa saya? Ang ganda ganda ng song,” said one of the online viewers.

“Thank you, Kyla, for this comforting song. Plus your angelic voice,” said another netizen.

Be inspired by Kyla’s new Star Music offering, “Back to Bliss,” now streaming on various music platforms. For more details, follow Star Music on Facebook, X (Twitter), Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube.

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Puregold Channel ‘Si Sol at si Luna’ Starring Zaijan Jaranilla and Jane Oineza Premieres May 31, 7PM

Puregold Channel just raised the bar - again.

Following the breakout digital hits ‘My Plantito’ and ‘Ang Lalaki sa Likod ng Profile’, Puregold Channel has stepped confidently into the realm of cinematic-scale storytelling with its newest offering: ‘Si Sol at Si Luna’. 

The series was unveiled in a star-studded press conference held on May 16 at the World Trade Center, Pasay City, making a quantum leap in Puregold’s journey as a force in Filipino digital entertainment.

In ‘Si Sol at Si Luna’, Zaijian Jaranilla and Jane Oineza shed their child-star images for roles steeped in emotional complexity and adult vulnerability, a distinct first for both actors. It’s a career-defining turn for Jaranilla, compelling him to deliver his most mature performance yet in his first intimate scene - a bold moment not just for him but for Philippine retailtainment.

However, the series’ real power lies beyond the sensual as it explores grief, longing, and the uncomfortable space between connection and timing. As Sol, a film student seeking creative spark, falls for the older, emotionally scarred Luna, their relationship forces a confrontation with the hard truths of age, loss, and love that doesn’t fit the mold.

For Puregold Senior Marketing Manager Ivy Hayagan-Piedad, the wistful insights depicted in ‘Si Sol at si Luna’ are what make it more than just your garden variety romcom.

“At its core, the series is about love - but not the kind that comes easy,” says Hayagan- Piedad. “It asks: Where do we find love? What do we do with it when it comes at the most unexpected time? Luna’s story is about loving through grief. Sol’s is about loving through transformation. Whether love can survive both - that’s the question the audience will ponder on.”

With ‘Si Sol at Si Luna’, Puregold Channel is staking its claim as a powerhouse content studio - one that blends commercial value with creative boldness. This is where sharp writing meets honest emotion. Where full-length narratives meet bite-sized platforms. And where every Filipino, no matter where they are, can watch themselves reflected in stories worth telling.

Visibly excited at the press conference were the series leads Zaijian Jaranilla and Jane Oineza, as well as supporting members of the star-studded cast, including Joao Constancia, Uzziel Delamide, Vaughn Piczon, Lyle Viray, Jem Manicad, Marnie Lapus, and the breakout star, Atasha Franco. 

Also present during the event is the series director Dolly Dulu.

‘Si Sol at si Luna’ will drop its very first episode on the Puregold Channel on YouTube on May 31, with a new episode set to be released every Saturday thereafter.

Stay tuned in! Subscribe to Puregold Channel on YouTube, like @puregold.shopping on Facebook, follow @puregold_ph on Instagram and X, and @puregoldph on TikTok for more updates.

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