Any bookworm will tell you that reading a book is a pleasant distraction from the stresses of daily living, a chance to relax and lose yourself to the characters and plot of a page-turning mystery thriller or swoon-worthy romance. Few people realize that both your mind and body benefit when this favorite pastime becomes a regular part of your routine.
For many Filipino households, keeping cool shouldn’t mean spending more. With the country’s hot and humid climate, air conditioners often feel less like a luxury and more like a necessity—yet the worry of high power bills lingers. TCL, the Triple Global Top 1 TV Brand and No. 1 in global AC sales, introduces VoxIN, a smart air conditioner designed to deliver powerful cooling while reducing the strain on household energy use. With up to 37% energy savings, VoxIN makes it possible for families to enjoy cooler, healthier days indoors without the heavy price tag.
East West Banking Corporation (EastWest) marked the graduation of over 80 bankers from the Singapore Management University (SMU) Wealth Management Programme, reinforcing the Bank’s strategic investment in talent development and client-centered advisory excellence.
Unstoppable fun with HUAWEI nova 15 Max with its powerful 8500mAh battery and performance.
The HUAWEI nova 15 MAX boasts of a massive 8500mAh Super Battery, SGS 5-Star Certified Power and Advanced Energy Booster Technology that assures you of 25 hours of on-the-go navigation or 23 hours of video playback. It is also paired with 40W SuperCharge, making emergency situations like power outages or running on empty battery brings the phone back quickly through its Reverse Charging Technology.
Global AI device ecosystem company HONOR today announced #ForHONOR, its new global brand campaign celebrating the passion, resilience and shared dreams inspired by football. Powered by the HONOR 600 Series and AI Image to Video 2.0, the campaign invites fans to transform personal memories, photos and aspirations into shareable AI-generated video stories.
Pru Life UK and Prudence Foundation continue to deliver on its commitment to expanding and improving financial literacy coverage in the country, with its flagship financial education programme, Cha-Ching, recently reaching two million Filipino youth beneficiaries, a major milestone that aptly coincides with the programme’s 10th anniversary.
Due to insistent public demand, an additional 2:00 PM show has been added on July 10 for AFTER OZ with Wicked on Broadway’s Lissa De Guzman and Allie Trimm at the Samsung Performing Arts Theater.
The Theatre Group Asia (TGA) is delighted to announce the casting of Filipino-Kiwi performer Laurence Mossman as Middle Noah in the Philippine production of the celebrated Broadway musical The Notebook. As Middle Noah, Mossman is set to play opposite previously announced Middle Allie, Asia’s Phoenix, Morissette.
For 14 years, The Mind Museum and NutriAsia have shared a strong and meaningful partnership rooted in promoting science education, Filipino innovation, and cultural appreciation through engaging learning experiences. NutriAsia, being a founding donor of The Mind Museum, has been extraordinarily collaborative in creating interactive initiatives which culminated in their joint project - The Catsup Museum in 2017. Together, they continue to inspire curiosity and learning by combining The Mind Museum’s expertise in science communication through design and language, with NutriAsia’s commitment to celebrating Filipino heritage and food innovation. This year, they are powering a new joint project - Playtales: Reimagining Tomorrows.
Architecture and Interior Design students worldwide are being invited to rethink the future of spaces, communities, and culture as the AYDA Awards officially starts its new season.
Now on its 18th year, the competition formerly known as the Asia Young Designer Awards (AYDA) returns with the theme “Converge: Embracing Hyperlocal.” The 2026 theme reflects a growing global shift in design thinking, where the world becomes increasingly interconnected. “Converge” highlights the intersection of cultures, technologies, and ideas, while “Embracing Hyperlocal” underscores the importance of grounding innovation in the unique identity of specific communities.
Excitement reached new heights as long lines formed across HONOR Experience Stores and partner retailers nationwide during the first day sale and redemption of the highly anticipated HONOR 600 Series on May 30.
Pepsi-Cola Products Philippines, Inc. (PCPPI), in partnership with Gawad Kalinga, recently marked the successful culmination of its Reading for Excellence and Development (READ) Program at Pinagsanhan Elementary School (PES) in Maragondon, Cavite.
DTI's Tatak Pinoy Proudly Filipino Expo 2026 is from May 25-27, at SMX MOA. The 3-day event gather's the country's leading Filipino companies, innovators and stakeholders to showcase world-class Filipino products and services across the nine priority sectors identified under the government's Tatak Pinoy Strategy or RA No. 11981.
For actress, host, entrepreneur, and mother Anne Curtis, taking care of yourself and the people you love starts with the same commitment. It is reflected in the small, deliberate choices made every day.
Lenovo, the global technology powerhouse, today launched Maximum
David, a new global campaign showcasing how AI-driven technology
elevates the creativity, performance, and impact of one of the most influential
figures in sports and entertainment.
Big milestones deserve even bigger deals! TCL, the global leader in TV and air conditioning tech, is celebrating its anniversary with the “Cool More, Save More” Promo. Get ready for the ultimate upgrade: you can now score the AI Full DC Basic Inverter Window AC for only ₱13,495 (down from its original price of ₱23,495)! Don’t miss your chance to bring home the Philippines' #1 brand at an unbeatable value.
Score up to ₱10,000 in e-gift vouchers, a massive 3-year extension warranty,
and 0% interest for up to 18 months installment via Home Credit.
The Carlos Palanca Foundation, Inc. is now
accepting entries to the 76th Carlos Palanca Memorial Awards for
Literature (Palanca Awards).
Lately, Millennial vs. Gen Z content has been everywhere online, from work habits and texting styles to fashion, dating, and even grocery shopping. But one of the most interesting differences showing up lately might actually be around money.
Filipino multi-hyphenate James Reid just proved that with the right tech, even a simple prank can turn into a viral-worthy moment. In his recent fun-filled post, Reid surprised fans by pranking his own mother—using the cutting-edge AI features of the all-new HONOR 600.
In the Philippines, summer means early morning runs before the heat peaks, full afternoons of city wandering, and evenings that stretch well past midnight. As summer plans begin to pile up, a footwear rotation that keeps up with the demands of this season of adventures has become essential. PUMA's summer selection was curated to support every activity this summer!
The brand's latest lineup spans four distinct categories of summer movement, from lifestyle streetwear to elite race-day performance. The through line is a deliberate push toward inclusive design: rather than building for one type of consumer, PUMA has assembled a range that acknowledges how differently people actually experience the season, from casual city explorations to competitive summer runs. Check out PUMA’s summer selection and discover who each shoe is built for:
Calling on TECNO CAMON users nationwide to capture real life moments under the theme "Seeing is Believing" — with global travel awards and filipino special prizes up for grabs.
For many Filipinas,
no two days are ever the same. Mornings can begin with getting the kids ready
for school, answering early work messages, or squeezing in a quiet moment
before the day picks up pace. In between responsibilities and routines, time
for oneself often comes in small, intentional pockets, moments that may seem
simple, but matter deeply.
Globe
continues to scale its relief and support operations in Albay as Mayon Volcano
remains under Alert Level 3, with communities in high-risk areas staying in
evacuation centers amid ongoing volcanic activity.
HONOR Philippines has unveiled the all-new HONOR 600 Series starting at P25,999! Pre-order the HONOR 600 Series from May 14-29 and get a chance to win a brand-new Mercedez-Benz.
PUMA redefines classic and iconic with its newest PUMA Speedcat Ballet Venus. It blends high-octane racing heritage with a graceful edge, designed to embody the ballet aesthetic with the modern woman.
Mang Inasal solidified its leadership in the restaurant industry after being named as the 2025 Top Brand in the Philippines under the QSR Grilled Category by Influential Brands.
Theatre Group Asia announces that iconic Celeste Legaspi will portray the role of Older Allie in its forthcoming production of The Notebook, The Musical.
The Philippines is teeming with beaches and is also known as a summer lover's paradise. Most people go to the beach to unwind, swim, catch up with friends, etc., and of course, achieving that much-desired sun-kissed glow is a must.
Lenovo makes back-to-school fun and exciting with Grab voucher rewards. From May 1 to June 30, 2026, customers who purchase select Legion, Yoga, LOQ, IdeaPad and IdeaCentre devices can enjoy corresponding Grab vouchers worth up to P5,000.
Just in time for the May 14 launch of HONOR 600, MrBeast brings to life the phone's cutting-edge AI Image-to-Video feature.
HONOR Philippines took center stage at the recent Miss Universe Philippines 2026. The highly anticipated HONOR 600, lent its dazzling presence. HONOR is excited to announce that the HONOR 600 will be officially launched on May 14.
Rosé in the all-new Frosted Ivory-PUMA H-Street makes it highly wearable.
Obesity is a major chronic disease that's been haunting Filipinos although its not openly discussed.
As with the rising cost of fuel and utility costs, inflation is real. Filipinos are feeling the effect in everyday expenses.
Bills don't always arrive with a warning. A subscription renews, a utility rate adjusts, a weekend plan comes together-- and before long, next month's salary is already spent.
TECNO CAMON 50 Series powered the Manila leg of Earth Day Run 2026 at the MOA Concert Grounds. Over 15,000 participants joined the event of the Manila leg- the largest of the three-city series- marked a powerful convergence of TECNO's flagship smartphone launch and RUNRIO's nationwide green movement.
Summer means bonding activities and spending more moments with loved ones. At SM Supermalls, it's easy to "Gala To The Max" because there's a wide range of experiences all in one destination.
Husband and wife celebrity, Erwan Heussaff and Anne Curtis, encourages Filipinos to invest in their health and well-being by making the right choices. The pair has also collaborated with Manulife Philippines and come up with a new video campaign. The video is in line with Manulife's commitment to longevity, and reflect an evolving mindset that shifts focus from adding years to life, to improving the quality of those years through life balance, and intentional choices that lead to sustainable habits.
HONOR Philippines has just launched its newest HONOR Pad X8b, the most durable tablet to date. This is available exclusively on TikTok Shop and priced at P9,999 and comes with a FREE Stylus Pen.
Lenovo appoints Sumir Bhatia as its first Chief Commercial Officer for the Asia Pacific region. He will lead the newly created commercial organization in APAC, bringing together enterprise sales, solution sales, channel, and alliances teams to drive stronger commercial alignment and accelerate growth across the region. He will report to Amar Babu, Lenovo President APAC.
TECNO CAMON 50 Series has a strong first-day launch in key locations nationwide. From early store traffic to active product tryouts and purchase activity, the CAMON 50 Series quickly turned its first offline selling day into a high-energy retail moment for the brand. Long queues formed outside TECNO Stores across Metro Manila, Cebu, Davao and nationwide as early as 10AM, upon opening time. Many marveled at the series' camera features, durability and generous gift bundle as reasons for making purchase decision.
Theatre Group Asia (TGA) is excited to announce that the roles of Young Noah and Young Allie goes to Benedix Ramos & Sheena Belarmino respectively.
HONOR biggest prize to-date, the Tesla Cybertruck was handed over to Lorelyn Felonia, who won the coveted Cybertruck. This was the prize from pre-order promo of HONOR X9d 5G from January 9-23, 2026.
The Tokyo Game Show (TGS) 2026 has successfully hosted its international press conference last April 10 at the City Grand Garden Hotel in Makati City. The presscon focused on encouraging game developers to join the upcoming TGS 2026 which runs from September 17-21, 2026 at Makuhari Messe, Chiba, Japan. This event is also in preparation for TGS 30th Anniversary edition.
Newly launched TECNO CAMON 50 Series is now available in the Philippines. This smartphone has the most advanced AI-powered imaging features built for Filipino creators or simply for those who love photography.
HUAWEI WATCH GT Runner 2 combines an aerospace-grade titanium build with the industry-first XDR Inertial Navigation Positioning Algorithm antenna technology and engineered for precision, is now available for pre-order for P19,999. This smartwatch for runners delivers a flawless tracking of route, speed and heart rate in any environment, empowering every runner to improve at their own pace.
HONOR Philippines has just launched its toughest tablet, the HONOR Pad X8b. Engineered to survive accidental drop and bounce, and even liquid drowning, this tablet offers an immersive display, massive battery, powerful hardware and a superior sound system.
PUMA Philippines releases a Philippine-exclusive lifestyle football jersey for the modern Filipino fan. This new release sets fresh benchmark for modern apparel, merging the raw passion of the pitch with a clean, everyday aesthetic.
TECNO has officially launched its first e-commerce for the newest CAMON 50 Series, and these are available exclusively on TikTok Shop and Shopee from April 10-16. 2026.
Izzy Johnson emerged as Red Bull Dance Your Style Philippine Champion, besting finalists from Cebu and Davao. Aside from being crowned as the champion, Izzy will also get to represent the Philippines on the world stage in Zurich, Switzerland.
