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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

But first, all roads lead to Alabang.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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