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PASCUALLAB KEEPS THE GALING GOING AT 80

2026-10-30T05:58:05.516+08:00

October 30, 2026

Continuing its year-long 80th-anniversary milestone, PascualLab highlights the galing that has shaped its legacy and continues to drive its commitment to everyday health and wellness solutions for Filipinos

October 2026 (Quezon City, Philippines) – Eight decades after its founding, Pascual Laboratories, Inc. (PascualLab) ❶, continues to evolve alongside Filipino families, introducing family-friendly health and wellness products that address changing consumer needs, while remaining rooted in the values of quality, care and malasakit.

Founded in 1946 by Isosceles and Leonora Pascual to address the post-war needs of Filipinos, PascualLab has grown from a family-founded enterprise into the company behind household brands such as: Ascorbic Acid (Poten-Cee), Vitex negundo L. Lagundi Leaf (Ascof Lagundi), C-Lium Fibre, and OraCare Mouthrinse. Guided by its vision of Strong, Healthy Families, PascualLab continues to mark its 80th anniversary with the #GalingThatKeepsGoing, a theme that honors its heritage, reflects its purpose, and celebrates the Filipino excellence carrying it into the future.

Galing (Healing)

Over time, the health and wellness needs of many Filipinos have changed. This 2026, PascualLab continues to evolve alongside them, offering new health products and innovations designed to make everyday wellness relevant and accessible to every Filipino family.

These include the launch of MyColla-C, a premium Collagen + Vitamin C support for those in their mid-30s and 40s as they embrace their next brightest chapter; and Paracetamol + Vitamin B1 + Vitamin B6 + Vitamin B12 (Alevia-B) for triple action relief of mild to moderate muscle, joint, and nerve pain.

The company also relaunched its Poten-Cee Gummies, Ascorbic Acid in a yummy, gummy format to support the Vitamin C needs of young members of the family; and Pelargonium sidoides DC. Root (PELARGO), a natural option for relief from the common cold.

Galing (Excellence)

Behind these innovations is the galing of PascualLab’s people -- professionals whose expertise, commitment and malasakit continue to move the company forward.

For PascualLab, however, excellence is not only about creating innovative and relevant health products – it's also about making them accessible and affordable. In celebration of its 80th year, the company also offered Php 80 off selected products through one of the country’s top drugstores, as a gesture of gratitude for the many years of continued trust and support.

Galing (Roots)

Through it all, PascualLab is inspired by its vision of Strong Healthy Families while remaining rooted in the spirit of care or malasakit upon which its founders built the company.

As it celebrates its 80th this 2026, it celebrates a legacy founded on quality and care – and looks ahead to a future of stronger, healthier Filipino families. That is the #GalingThatKeepsGoing.

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TechLife Pad Neo SE Launches as an Everyday Tablet for Learning, Creativity, and Family Entertainment

2026-10-30T05:43:05.089+08:00

October 30, 2026

A learning companion designed for families, built to help kids See More, Learn More

Manila, Philippines. October 28, 2026: TechLife officially launches the TechLife Pad Neo SE, a learning companion designed for families. Bringing “See More, Learn More” to life, the tablet pairs a bigger Eye Comfort Display with Smart Parental Control and an all-day battery, so children have more room to explore and learn, and parents have more confidence in how that learning happens.

This everyday tablet features a 10.1-inch Eye Comfort Display, Smart Parental Control with Google Kids Space, and a 6000mAh Massive Battery, supporting homework, reading, online classes, creativity and after-school entertainment in one device. It comes in three colors: Space Grey, Bubble Blue and Aurora Green.

Taken together, the TechLife Pad Neo SE’s value becomes more evident in how each feature supports everyday learning and family moments.

A Bigger, More Comfortable Screen for Learning

The 10.1-inch Eye Comfort Display gives young learners more room for research and online classes, while keeping longer study sessions easier on the eyes. Dual stereo speakers bring lessons, educational videos and shared family viewing to life, and split-screen lets children and parents handle more than one task at a time.

Guided Learning, Safer Screen Time

Smart Parental Control and Google Kids Space give parents a guided, child-friendly space. Parents can choose age-appropriate apps, books, videos and learning content, and keep screen time safe and purposeful, so children can learn at their own pace while parents do more with their day.

Power for the Whole School Day

Powered by a 6000mAh Massive Battery, the TechLife Pad Neo SE is built to stay on through classes, homework, and video lessons. Smooth octa-core performance and up to 8GB* of RAM including memory expansion keep learning apps and everyday multitasking running steadily, while 64GB of storage, expandable up to 1TB, keeps school files, apps and media ready. The Pad Neo SE runs on Android 16, with 5MP front and rear cameras and the Google Gemini AI assistant for everyday help.

Launch Offers Across Online Platforms

The TechLife Pad Neo SE retails at ₱8,999 SRP. Fans can get the tablet for as low as ₱7,099, available on Shopee, Lazada, and TikTok Shop.

The Pad Neo SE also comes with a FREE Folio Case or a FREE Power Bank R211 5,000mAh depending on availability as part of TechLife’s Peak Season offers, running from October 29, 2026 to January 3, 2027. Starting October 29, fans can also join the Pad Neo SE online giveaway on TechLife’s official social media pages.

For exclusive offers and the latest updates, follow TechLife on its official social media channels on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok.

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OPM Rap Icon Gloc-9 Joins GameZone to Introduce “Tara G!”, a New Song celebrating Filipino Togetherness

2026-10-30T00:00:00.000+08:00

October 30, 2026

Created in collaboration with GameZone, the October 30 worldwide release draws from everyday Filipino moments of friendship, play, and the spirit of samahan.

On October 30, 2026, OPM rap icon Gloc-9 gives that familiar Filipino invitation a new sound with the worldwide release of “Tara G!”, a collaboration with GameZone inspired by friendship, shared experiences, and the Filipino spirit of samahan.

Known for turning everyday Filipino realities into music, Gloc-9 brings his distinctive storytelling to a phrase heard everywhere - from spontaneous plans with friends to moments shared with family and community.

Gloc-9 Turns an Everyday Filipino Expression Into Music

Throughout his career, Gloc-9 has built a reputation for transforming distinctly Filipino stories and everyday experiences into music. That makes “Tara G!” a natural creative space for the artist: the phrase is instantly familiar, but broad enough to carry many kinds of Filipino moments.

At the center of the song is an invitation that rarely needs explaining. “Tara G!” can signal the start of an impromptu gathering, a shared activity, a game, a meal, or simply an opportunity to reconnect. Through Gloc-9’s storytelling, the expression takes on a musical identity rooted in friendship, community, and participation.

“Tara G!” connects Gloc-9’s distinctly Filipino storytelling with GameZone’s “Tara G! Sama Tayo.” campaign platform.

From Play to Filipino Culture

Filipino card games have long been part of social gatherings where the people, conversations, laughter, and shared moments can matter just as much as the game itself. That familiar social ritual provides the link between GameZone’s “Tara G! Sama Tayo.” campaign and the song.

Through “Tara G!”, GameZone takes the campaign beyond online play and into music, using a culturally familiar expression to connect the brand with wider conversations around Filipino entertainment, friendship, and community.

For Pinoys, the card table has always been a place to play, talk, tease, and belong. This serves as the emotional foundation of GameZone’s brand story and establishes the connection between traditional Filipino card games and the modern online gaming experience.

The collaboration with Gloc-9 brings GameZone’s slogan, “Tara, G! Sama Tayo – Where Pinoys Play Card Games Online,” to life by celebrating the Filipino spirit of togetherness. Through Gloc-9’s signature storytelling rooted in Filipino culture and everyday experiences, the partnership translates the spirit of samahan into music, strengthening GameZone’s cultural relevance and connection with Filipino audiences. It also reinforces GameZone’s commitment to celebrating what brings Filipinos together, both online and beyond the game.

Ava Castillo, GameZone spokesperson, said the collaboration was designed to give the brand’s “Tara G! Sama Tayo.” platform a more meaningful cultural expression through music.

“We wanted ‘Tara G! Sama Tayo.’ to be more than a campaign line. Music gives us a way to bring that invitation into Filipino culture in a form people can hear, share, and make their own. Gloc-9 was a natural collaborator because his storytelling has always been rooted in real Filipino experiences.”

Listen to “Tara G!”

“Tara G!” by Gloc-9 in collaboration with GameZone is available worldwide beginning October 30, 2026, on Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube Music, and Deezer.

Listen to “Tara G!”

ABOUT GAMEZONE

GameZone is where Pinoys play card games online, a PAGCOR-licensed online gaming platform in the Philippines delivering secure and competitive Player vs. Player gaming experiences. Through GameZone Tour, it is pioneering table game tournaments in the country, specializing in popular Filipino card games such as Tongits and Pusoy, while also featuring globally recognized card games like Poker - elevating traditional and international gameplay into modern competitive tournaments. With real-time online gameplay, high-stakes competitions, and a library of more than 1,500 premium games, GameZone is building the country’s premier platform for skill-based online gaming and digital competition. For more information, visit www.gzone.ph and follow @taragamezone and @gamezonetour on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Tara G! Sama Tayo.

Grand Westside Manila Bay Plants Seeds of Filipino Heritage at Tambo Elementary School

2026-10-29T06:00:12.187+08:00

October 29, 2026

From left: Karlo Evangelista, Corporate Sustainability Manager at Megaworld Global Hotels & Resorts; Joe Xavier Fijardo, General Manager of Grand Westside Manila Bay; Ruth T. Aguilar, Master Teacher at Tambo Elementary School – Main Campus and Rodolfo Bazar II, Area Director of PMD at Grand Westside Manila Bay.

Growing Together: Grand Westside Manila Bay General Manager Joe Xavier Fijardo leads hotel associates in planting 45 Sampaguita plants alongside teachers, parents and students of Tambo Elementary School in Parañaque City. The activity supports Megaworld Hotels & Resorts' MEGreen sustainability programme and its advocacy for preserving Filipino heritage.

Grand Westside Manila Bay Plants Seeds of Filipino Heritage at Tambo Elementary School

Hotel associates join the school community in planting 45 Sampaguita plants as part of Megaworld Global Hotels & Resorts' sustainability and community advocacy.

WESTSIDE CITY, PARAÑAQUE, Philippines – Grand Westside Manila Bay recently brought its commitment to sustainability and community engagement beyond the hotel through a Sampaguita planting activity at Tambo Elementary School, where associates joined teachers, parents and students in planting 45 Sampaguita plants.

Led by General Manager Joe Xavier Fijardo, the activity brought together the hotel team and the school community in a shared effort to create greener surroundings while celebrating the Philippines' national flower.

“It's wonderful to see our team working alongside the students, teachers and parents. Through activities like this, we hope to encourage greater appreciation for our environment and Filipino heritage while building lasting relationships with our community,” said Fijardo.

The initiative forms part of Grand Westside Manila Bay's support for Megaworld Global Hotels & Resorts' (MGHR) MEGreen sustainability programme and its wider advocacy to preserve and promote the Sampaguita, a flower deeply associated with Filipino culture and hospitality.

At the heart of this advocacy is MGHR's Sampaguita Brand of Service, inspired by the values of love, honour, dignity and healing. These principles guide the group's approach to hospitality and its commitment to making a positive difference in the communities surrounding its properties.

For Grand Westside Manila Bay, the planting activity also reflects the importance of associate involvement. Beyond their daily responsibilities, hotel team members are encouraged to participate in volunteer activities and internally organised fundraising initiatives that support community causes.

“What makes this special is seeing our associates come together and give their time to the community. We want to continue encouraging this spirit of volunteerism, where caring for others becomes a natural part of our everyday culture,” shared Rodolfo Bazar II, Area Director of PMD at Grand Westside Manila Bay.

Across its properties, Megaworld Global Hotels & Resorts has undertaken Sampaguita planting activities in partnership with schools and community organisations, helping raise awareness of the national flower's cultural significance while encouraging environmental responsibility. The group's MEGreen programme supports these efforts through sustainability initiatives and the collection of Sampaguita seedlings for future planting activities.

The partnership with Tambo Elementary School offers an opportunity to share these values with younger generations. By taking part in the planting, students are encouraged to develop an appreciation for nature and a sense of responsibility for their surroundings.

The hotel is also exploring ways to sustain its environmental and community programmes through continued associate participation and fundraising efforts, reinforcing a culture of giving that extends beyond the workplace.

As the Sampaguita plants take root at Tambo Elementary School, they represent more than an environmental initiative. They are a reminder of the relationships being nurtured between the hotel and its neighbouring community, and the shared responsibility of preserving Filipino heritage for future generations.

Through initiatives such as this, Grand Westside Manila Bay continues to bring Megaworld Global Hotels & Resorts' Circle of Happiness philosophy to life, extending the warmth of Filipino hospitality beyond its doors.

About Grand Westside Manila Bay

Located in Westside City, Parañaque, Grand Westside Manila Bay is part of Megaworld Global Hotels & Resorts, the Philippines' largest homegrown hotel operator. With 1,528 rooms, the hotel offers contemporary accommodation, dining, leisure and meeting facilities in Manila's Entertainment City district. The hotel is committed to delivering memorable guest experiences while supporting sustainability and meaningful community initiatives.

Old Scares Find New Screens as BingoPlus and Regal Reimagine ‘Shake, Rattle & Roll’

2026-10-29T05:00:00.000+08:00

October 29, 2026

A haunted refrigerator, a creature lurking in the bathroom, and a terrifying train ride. For generations of Filipinos, Shake, Rattle & Roll made even the most ordinary places frightening, leaving behind horror stories that became part of childhood memories and Filipino pop culture.

More than four decades later, those familiar scares are finding another home as Regal Entertainment and BingoPlus bring the beloved horror franchise into interactive digital gaming.

The partnership brings together Regal’s legacy in Filipino filmmaking and BingoPlus’ digital entertainment platform, introducing five original games inspired by the franchise: Manananggal, Reyna Ahas, Triple Terror, LRT Monster, and Aswang.

First released in 1984, Shake, Rattle & Roll has spent decades entertaining and frightening Filipino audiences through stories inspired by local folklore, Philippine mythology, and unforgettable fictional characters. Its familiar monsters have remained part of conversations long after audiences left the cinema.

For Regal Entertainment, bringing the franchise into gaming is an opportunity to introduce these stories to another generation without losing what made them distinctly Filipino.

“For more than four decades, Shake, Rattle & Roll has remained part of Philippine popular culture through stories that are distinctly Filipino,” said Roselle Monteverde, President of Regal Entertainment.

“Our collaboration with DigiPlus opens a new chapter for the franchise, bringing its creative legacy into digital entertainment while preserving the storytelling and cultural identity that have made it enduring.”

The collaboration also reflects how two homegrown entertainment brands can bring different strengths to the same story. Regal contributes the characters and creative legacy that audiences have known for years, while BingoPlus, under DigiPlus Interactive Corp., provides a platform where these familiar horror properties can be experienced through gaming.

Beyond the games themselves, the partnership celebrates Filipino creativity and the lasting appeal of local storytelling. It shows how stories rooted in the country’s culture can continue to connect with audiences even as the ways people enjoy entertainment change.

“Our goal is to give our players premium entertainment. This partnership is also an example of how we work: we put our customers first. We listen to what our players enjoy, and we keep working to give them something fresh, engaging, and made for them. The Shake, Rattle & Roll games are part of that commitment,” said DigiPlus Chairman Eusebio Tanco

He added, “Our goal is to give our players premium entertainment. That means high-quality games, thoughtful design, and worthy experiences. Partnering with Regal, one of the country's most respected names in storytelling, helps us deliver that.”

Through the partnership with the Shake, Rattle, & Roll franchise, BingoPlus is bringing an iconic piece of Filipino pop culture into a new digital entertainment experience. The brand remains committed to responsible gaming, while maintaining a trustworthy and personal platform that makes sure entertainment stays fun and balanced.

The five Shake, Rattle & Roll-inspired games are live on the BingoPlus app, with a phased rollout planned for ArenaPlus and GameZone, bringing the collection to more of DigiPlus’ digital entertainment platforms. The brand remains committed to responsible gaming, while maintaining a trustworthy and personal platform that makes sure entertainment stays fun and balanced.

For Regal and BingoPlus, this offers another way for Filipino stories to remain part of everyday entertainment, connecting memories of cinema scares with a different kind of experience.

After all, the monsters may be familiar, but there are still new ways to encounter them.

About BingoPlus

BingoPlus is the Philippines' leading and most comprehensive digital entertainment platform. It has redefined digital gaming in the country. Launched in January 2022, it introduced the first-ever interactive, live-streaming digital bingo platform. BingoPlus is an affiliate of DigiPlus Interactive Corp. and is an advocate for responsible gaming. BingoPlus is licensed by PAGCOR. For more information, visit www.bingoplus.com

LG ELECTRONICS ACCELERATES COMMERCIAL LAUNDRY GROWTH IN EUROPE AT EXPODETERGO INTERNATIONAL 2026

2026-10-28T07:48:42.695+08:00

October 28, 2026

Full Commercial Laundry Lineup and Connected Management Solutions Advance LG’s European B2B Expansion

News Summary

● LG Electronics is showcasing a commercial laundry lineup spanning semi-commercial and professional models at EXPODETERGO INTERNATIONAL 2026 in Italy, highlighting its expanding presence in Europe’s B2B textile care market.

● Highlights include mass-produced models from LG’s Professional Laundry lineup showcased for the first time, LG’s Wet Cleaning solution making its European debut, and connected management platforms including the LG LaundryCrew app and Open API.

● By combining commercial laundry equipment with connected management solutions, LG aims to strengthen dealer partnerships and pursue further business growth across Europe.

SEOUL, Oct. 26, 2026 — LG Electronics (LG) is showcasing its full commercial laundry portfolio and connected management solutions at EXPODETERGO INTERNATIONAL 2026, held Oct. 23–26 in Milan, Italy. One of the industry’s leading trade fairs for professional textile care, the event provides an opportunity for LG to present its expanding commercial laundry business to European B2B partners.

At this year’s exhibition, LG is presenting a portfolio spanning semi-commercial and professional models, alongside connected management solutions. The expanded lineup marks a step in LG’s efforts to build on its semi-commercial business and broaden its presence in the professional laundry market. It also provides an opportunity to strengthen relationships with existing partners and engage prospective dealers across Europe.

First Showcase of Mass-Produced Models and European Debut of Wet Cleaning Solution

LG is presenting two key developments at this year’s exhibition: mass-produced models from its Professional Laundry lineup and its Wet Cleaning solution for the European market.

The Professional Laundry lineup incorporates LG’s core technologies, including AI Weight Detection, which detects the load size and adjusts water use accordingly, and the Dynamic Ball-Core System. The latter uses a built-in gyro sensor to detect real-time drum imbalances and a ball balancer to stabilize the load and help minimize vibrations.1

LG’s Wet Cleaning solution offers an alternative to conventional dry-cleaning methods, using water and specially formulated detergents designed to help care for delicate garments while managing the risk of shrinkage, color transfer and changes in texture. Featuring MotionCare technology, the solution combines gentle washing with low-temperature drying, while precise drum movements help mitigate the risk of fabric damage.

Full Commercial Laundry Portfolio and Connected Management Solutions

With its semi-commercial and Professional Laundry lineups available in Europe, LG is showcasing a broader commercial laundry portfolio designed to address a range of business needs.

LG is also presenting connected management solutions to help business customers monitor equipment and manage operations. The LG LaundryCrew app enables owners and users to remotely monitor and manage connected laundry equipment. LG’s Open API enables integration with existing business systems through a separate system development process, allowing B2B customers to build tailored management platforms using supported equipment data.2

By combining robust commercial laundry equipment with remote monitoring, management and performance-tracking capabilities, LG aims to offer business customers greater operational flexibility and to support more efficient day-to-day management.

Expanding LG’s Commercial Laundry Business Across Europe

LG is expanding its commercial laundry business in Europe, building on existing distributor relationships in the United Kingdom, France, Italy and Hungary.

In August 2026, LG secured a B2B order from SCHILLING Wäschereitechnik GmbH (Schilling), a Germany-based distributor specializing in professional laundry and ironing equipment. The partnership marks a further step in LG’s expansion in the European commercial laundry market, with deliveries of its semi-commercial and Professional Laundry products to Schilling already underway.

LG plans to build on this progress by strengthening existing distributor relationships and developing new dealer partnerships across Europe. Through its participation in EXPODETERGO INTERNATIONAL, the company aims to connect with prospective partners and explore additional business opportunities in the region.

Outside of Europe, LG is also expanding its commercial laundry business in North America and Asia. The company has increased supply to major North American operators, including CSC ServiceWorks and WASH, while strengthening distribution partnerships in Asian markets such as Thailand, the Philippines and Vietnam.

“EXPODETERGO INTERNATIONAL provides an important opportunity to showcase LG’s full commercial laundry portfolio and connected management solutions to European business partners,” said Baek Seung-tae, president of the LG Home Appliance Solution Company. “Building on our expanding presence in Europe, we will continue to strengthen partnerships, support our customers’ operational efficiency and accelerate the growth of our commercial laundry business.”

1 Based on LG internal lab tests using a 25 kg capacity model, average drum vibration during the cycle was 1.662 mm (10 kg load). Results may vary depending on usage environment or conditions.

2 Open API integration is not provided as standard and requires separate system development, which is initiated post product purchase.

About LG Electronics Home Appliance Solution Company

The LG Home Appliance Solution Company (HS) is a global leader in home appliances and AI home solutions. By leveraging industry-leading core technologies, the HS Company is committed to enhancing consumers’ quality of life and to reducing the environmental impact of its products and operations. The company develops thoughtfully designed kitchen and living appliance solutions and has recently integrated LG’s Robot Business Division to incorporate advanced robot technologies into its home solutions. Together, these products offer enhanced convenience, high performance and energy-efficient operation. For more news on LG, visit www.LG.com/global/newsroom/.

Is it really over? Mark Herras and Jojo Mendrez had kept their distance despite reconciliation after public feud

2026-10-27T18:04:02.013+08:00

October 27, 2026

"Revival King" Jojo Mendrez and Mark Herras during the 42nd Star Awards for Movies

Their much-talked-about reunion at the 42nd Star Awards for Movies brought cheers from the audience, but their onstage interaction left some wondering if everything is truly back to normal.

A reunion that many never expected!

Mark Herras and The Revival King Jojo Mendrez surprised the audience at the 42nd Star Awards for Movies when they shared the stage for a special duet of “Somewhere in My Past.”

The performance at Winford Hotel was met with loud applause and cheers, making it one of the evening's memorable moments. But while the two performers managed to come together for the musical number, some spectators couldn't help but notice what appeared to be a noticeable distance between them throughout the performance.

Their reunion is particularly interesting given their controversial past. Mark and Jojo's previous feud made headlines and reportedly came close to escalating into a legal battle, making their appearance together at the awards night even more significant.

But have the two finally buried the hatchet?

According to Jojo Mendrez, who also served as producer of the 42nd Star Awards for Movies, he and Mark had the chance to talk backstage and reconcile their differences.

While this suggests that the two have already taken steps toward making peace, their onstage interaction has sparked another round of curiosity.

If they have already settled their issues, why did they still appear to maintain some distance during their duet? Was it simply part of their stage performance, or are they still taking things one step at a time?

For now, their unexpected musical reunion has certainly given entertainment fans something to talk about. Whether their reconciliation marks a fresh start in their relationship remains to be seen.

foodpanda Gamifies Halloween Grocery Shopping with Limited-Edition Mystery Boxes and Golden Ticket Vouchers

2026-10-27T17:35:49.123+08:00

October 27, 2026

pandamart, foodpanda’s grocery delivery service, is turning routine grocery runs into an interactive treasure hunt this spooky season. From October 28 to 31, 2026, shoppers across Metro Manila can order limited-edition Halloween Mystery Boxes loaded with seasonal treats, collectible merchandise, and a shot at major voucher prizes.

Designed to bring experiential shopping to the on-demand delivery space, the mystery boxes come in three price tiers—₱399, ₱699, and ₱999. Every box guarantees curated items, ranging from festive chocolates and candies to custom sticker sets, collectible Halloween Royal cans, and a limited-edition keychain tote bag.

Adding a high-stakes element to the unboxing experience, every box contains a Golden Ticket, giving lucky shoppers a chance to instantly win pandamart vouchers worth up to ₱5,000!

“At pandamart, we want to give customers more reasons to explore the platform beyond their regular grocery needs. Seasonal initiatives like the Halloween Mystery Box let us introduce new ways to engage with customers while making convenient shopping more rewarding,” said Joseph Wijesekara, Director, Q-Commerce at foodpanda Philippines.

To order, open the foodpanda app, navigate to pandamart, and select the Halloween Mystery Box tier of your choice.

About foodpanda:

foodpanda Philippines currently operates in 150 cities and municipalities across the Philippines and is continuously expanding. foodpanda is a subsidiary under Delivery Hero, a worldwide leader of the food delivery industry. For more information, visit www.foodpanda.ph.

Through the foodpanda website or via the new iOS and Android apps, customers can enter their address and view a curated list of restaurants and shops serving their neighborhood. Once they have found their choice, they can place an order in the comfort of their home or office, paying online through foodpanda’s secure platform or via cash-on-delivery. The order is then carefully prepared by the restaurant or shop, picked up by the foodpanda rider and delivered straight to their doorstep.

Reward Yourself with a Spa Escape at Solaire Resort Quezon City

2026-10-26T19:54:11.688+08:00

October 25, 2026

The spa lobby welcomes guests with its serene ambiance.

Discover one of Solaire Resort Quezon City’s hidden gems, the spa at the Health Club.

Luxury comes in many forms. At Solaire Resort Quezon City, it takes shape at the spa at Solaire Resort Quezon City's Health Club. Lavish treatment rooms, highly trained massage therapists, and state-of-the-art wellness facilities come together to offer what many consider the ultimate luxury of all: a well-deserved moment of me-time and relaxation.

Relax and recharge with various massages and treatments at the Health Club's spa.

Take in the soothing scent of florals and citrus as soon as the doors open. Soft lighting casts gentle shadows across the lobby's refined interiors, inviting guests to slow down and unwind, far removed from the bustle outside.

Guests are warmly welcomed into the transition room for a brief consultation and a warm cup of tea before being ushered to a spacious, wood-paneled treatment room complete with a private lounge, foot bath, and shower room.

Each session begins with the therapist's calming voice, ensuring every detail, from the lighting to the sounds in the room, aligns with the guest's preferences. A gentle inhale of essential oils eases the mind into a calm and steady state, further enhanced by a guided breathing exercise.

Each treatment room is a private sanctuary designed for indulgence and relaxation.

Melt away stress with warm hands gliding in long, flowing strokes with one of the spa's signature offerings, the Swedish Massage. As tension in the neck, shoulders, and back slowly dissipates, many guests find themselves drifting into a deep, restorative sleep, awakened only by the gentle sound of a bell signaling the end of the massage.

Beyond the treatment itself, relaxation remains the utmost priority. Guests are encouraged to linger a little longer, savor another cup of tea, and ease back into the day at their own pace.

Other massages, body treatments, scrubs, and facials offered by the facility are equally tempting options for a satisfying retreat of the body and mind. Taking the experience a step further, guests also enjoy complimentary access to the wellness facilities, including a sauna, steam room, experiential water massage, tepidarium, and hot and cold plunge pools, maximizing the pleasure of every visit.

Come away refreshed, rejuvenated, and feeling like a winner after rewarding yourself with an escape at the spa at Solaire Resort Quezon City. To learn more, visit Solaire Resort Quezon City. Solaire Rewards members enjoy up to 25% off on select health and wellness services. To make a reservation, email sn.spaandsalon@solaireresort.com or call +63 2 8888 8888 loc. 67062

About Solaire Resort Quezon City

Solaire Resort Quezon City is Solaire’s second integrated luxury resort in the Philippines and the first five-star integrated resort in Quezon City. Located in the heart of Metro Manila’s largest city, it brings together luxury hospitality, world-class gaming, exceptional dining, vibrant entertainment, and family-friendly experiences, and stands among Quezon City’s premier lifestyle destinations.

The resort features 526 elegantly designed rooms and suites, four gaming levels catering to both mass and VIP guests, 14 restaurants and bars, and versatile meeting and event spaces spanning 1,700 square meters. Guests can unwind at the expansive wellness center, 50-meter L-shaped swimming pool and water park, enjoy pickleball and basketball at the Outdoor Fitness Deck, or spend quality family time at the multi-level Kids Club. As day turns to night, the resort comes alive with dynamic entertainment experiences, from live performances at Quezon Club to panoramic evenings at Skybar.

Renowned for its warm Filipino hospitality and thoughtfully curated experiences, Solaire Resort Quezon City continues to redefine luxury, entertainment, and leisure in the heart of Quezon City.

For more information, visit sn.solaireresort.com.

LG ELECTRONICS BRINGS ITS HERITAGE OF CUSTOMER-CENTRIC INNOVATION TO TIMES SQUARE

2026-10-26T04:51:01.114+08:00

October 25, 2026

“Life Asks, LG Answers” Connects Decades of Customer-Inspired Innovation With Real-Life Stories of Enduring Trust

News Summary

• LG kicks off global heritage campaign with the screening of its “Life Asks, LG Answers” film in New York’s Times Square, supported by short-form videos, a dedicated microsite, and customer participation programs across key regions.

• The campaign highlights how LG solves customers’ everyday needs with innovations spanning laundry, refrigeration, core components and robotics.

• A customer participation program launched in Latin America, featuring real-life stories that show how LG innovations have stood the test of time, will expand to select markets in the Middle East.

SEOUL, Oct. 22, 2026 — LG Electronics (LG) has launched a global heritage campaign highlighting its long history of turning customers’ evolving needs into meaningful home appliance innovations. The campaign began with the October 14 screening of its new heritage film, “Life Asks, LG Answers,” in New York’s Times Square and will roll out globally through the film and a series of short-form videos, along with a dedicated microsite, media outreach and customer participation programs across key regions. Together, these activities frame LG’s heritage not as a record of the past, but as a continuing story of customer-inspired innovation proven over time.

Answering Life’s Evolving Questions

The “Life Asks, LG Answers” film traces the story of how LG has responded to customers’ changing needs through innovations inspired by everyday life, rather than simply presenting a timeline of products.

For example, LG TWINWash™ was developed in response to customers’ desire to wash separate loads at the same time, while LG InstaView™ allows them to see inside the refrigerator without opening the door. To bring its heritage story to audiences worldwide, LG will engage customers across a range of online and offline channels, beginning with the screening of the campaign film at New York’s Times Square, with a further screening planned for London’s Piccadilly Circus.

Innovation Shaped by Life, Proven Over Time

Complementing the global content rollout are regional customer participation programs that invite customers to share how LG appliances have remained part of their everyday lives over time. In Latin America, the “My Life with LG” campaign invited customers in Mexico, Colombia and Peru to submit photos and personal stories about LG appliances they had owned and used for many years, from products passed down through generations to appliances associated with important family milestones. Selected stories were developed into digital and media content, illustrating the lasting relationships customers have built with LG products.

Following its rollout in Latin America, the “My Life with LG” initiative will be extended to select markets in the Middle East, inviting more customers to share their own stories of using LG appliances over the years. By presenting LG’s perspective alongside real experiences from customers around the world, the new heritage campaign paints a clear picture of a legacy of innovation shaped by life and proven over time.

LG is carrying the same customer-focused approach into its vision for the future home. By combining its expertise in home appliances and core technologies with AI appliances and home robotics, the company will continue developing new answers to customers’ evolving needs.

“Our decades-long commitment to innovation has earned the enduring trust of our customers,” said Baek Seung-tae, president of the LG Home Appliance Solution Company. “Building on this powerful legacy, we will continue finding new answers to our customers’ evolving needs and shaping the future of the home.”

More information about “Life Asks, LG Answers” and LG’s heritage of customer-inspired innovation is available on the https://www.lg.com/global/about-lg/company-history/appliances-heritage/

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About LG Electronics Home Appliance Solution Company

Beyond the Kitchen: Meet the Chefs Behind Grand Westside Manila Bay

2026-10-23T04:23:00.000+08:00

October 23, 2026

This International Chefs Day, Grand Westside Manila Bay celebrates the culinary talents shaping its dining experiences through Filipino flavours, memorable celebrations, creative indulgences and thoughtful kitchen practices.

MANILA, PHILIPPINES, 20 October 2026 – Long before Grand Westside Manila Bay welcomed its first guests, its kitchens were already coming to life. Menus were being developed, recipes tested and a culinary team brought together, all in preparation for the opening of one of the country's largest hotels.

At the heart of these preparations was Executive Chef Christopher “Chris” Lugtu, whose culinary experience and leadership helped establish the hotel's kitchen operations from the ground up. Today, together with Executive Sous Chef Mary Ann “Meann” Senas and Pastry Chef Erwin Manes, he continues to shape the dining experiences enjoyed by guests.

This International Chefs Day, Grand Westside Manila Bay celebrates three chefs whose stories reflect the creativity, dedication and teamwork behind the food served every day.

Chef Chris Lugtu: Leading with Passion and Purpose

For Executive Chef Christopher “Chris” Lugtu, a successful kitchen begins with its people.

With an extensive career spanning international hospitality brands and leading hotels and resorts in the Philippines, Chef Chris brings a wealth of culinary experience and leadership to Grand Westside Manila Bay.

He joined the hotel during its pre-opening preparations in 2023, taking on the challenge of establishing its culinary operations. From developing menus and setting kitchen standards to assembling and mentoring the team, he has played an important role in shaping the hotel's food and beverage offerings.

His culinary approach draws inspiration from Filipino flavours and regional cooking traditions, bringing familiar dishes into a contemporary hotel dining setting. Creations such as Bukidnon Wagyu Adobo Ribs, Pork Belly Humba and Beef Sinigang Skewers reflect his appreciation for local ingredients and recipes that remind people of home.

“Some of the best meals are the ones that remind us of home. I enjoy working with familiar Filipino flavours and finding ways to present them differently, without losing what makes them special,” shares Chef Chris.

Beyond the menu, Chef Chris places equal importance on developing younger chefs, encouraging collaboration and building a kitchen culture where creativity and responsible practices go hand in hand.

Making Every Ingredient Count

For Chef Chris and his Culinary team, responsible cooking begins with thoughtful planning and making the most of every ingredient.

With the help of Winnow, a food waste monitoring system, the team continues to refine kitchen production, ingredient utilisation and portion planning while maintaining the quality and variety of the hotel's dining experiences.

By August 2026, the hotel recorded approximately 15% less food waste per guest cover compared with its January–August average, reflecting improvements in kitchen efficiency and resource management.

These efforts support Megaworld Hotels & Resorts' MEGreen sustainability programme and the hotel's commitment to responsible hospitality.

“Great dining experiences begin with the care and attention our people bring to their work. I'm proud of Chef Chris and our Culinary team for their creativity, dedication and thoughtful approach to making the most of our resources. It's a wonderful example of how good hospitality and responsible practices can go hand in hand,” shares Joe Xavier Fijardo, General Manager of Grand Westside Manila Bay.

Chef Meann Senas: The Heart Behind Celebrations

For Executive Sous Chef Mary Ann “Meann” Senas, every banquet comes with a story.

With a background in luxury hospitality and extensive experience in banquet operations, Chef Meann understands that food plays an important part in life's celebrations, from weddings and family milestones to corporate gatherings.

She joined Grand Westside Manila Bay in 2024 as Sous Chef and has since progressed to Executive Sous Chef, taking on greater responsibilities in menu development, banquet operations and special events.

Her dedication and leadership earned her the hotel's 2025 Leader of the Year recognition, an achievement she credits to the colleagues who work alongside her.

“Behind every successful event are so many people working together. We have our challenging days, but we look after one another. That's what makes our team special,” shares Chef Meann.

For her, the greatest reward is seeing guests enjoy the celebrations that her team has worked so hard to prepare.

Chef Erwin Manes: The Joy of Little Indulgences

Not every memorable food experience calls for a special occasion.

Sometimes, it's a freshly baked pastry with morning coffee, a favourite cake shared with colleagues or a sweet treat brought home for the family.

At Quick To Go, Pastry Chef Erwin Manes brings his creativity to the hotel's selection of cakes, pastries and freshly prepared treats. His work calls for patience, consistency and an appreciation for the small details that make each creation special.

“I like knowing that something we've prepared can brighten someone's day. It may be a simple pastry or a slice of cake, but when guests come back for their favourites, that's a wonderful feeling,” shares Chef Erwin.

For him, those everyday moments of enjoyment are among the most satisfying parts of his work.

The People Behind Every Plate

From the international selections at Café by Westside and the pastries at Quick To Go to the carefully prepared menus for weddings and celebrations, each dining experience at Grand Westside Manila Bay reflects the efforts of a dedicated Culinary team.

This International Chefs Day, the hotel celebrates not only the skills and creativity of its chefs, but also their leadership, teamwork and commitment to making every ingredient count.

Behind every memorable meal are people who take pride in making it special.

Guests are invited to discover the culinary experiences at Grand Westside Manila Bay, from all-day dining at Café by Westside and freshly prepared treats at Quick To Go to menus created for weddings, celebrations and corporate events.

For dining reservations and banquet enquiries, please contact Grand Westside Manila Bay through its official reservations channels.

About Grand Westside Manila Bay

Grand Westside Manila Bay is the largest hotel in the Philippines, offering 1,528 rooms and suites in the heart of Westside City, Parañaque. Designed for business and leisure travellers, the hotel features contemporary accommodation, versatile meeting and event spaces, wellness facilities and a collection of dining experiences.

Conveniently located near Entertainment City, SM Mall of Asia and Ninoy Aquino International Airport, the hotel combines warm Filipino hospitality with an easy, contemporary stay experience.

BEYOND THE SCREEN: FEAR FACTORY CHALLENGES MOVIEGOERS TO BECOME THE ULTIMATE SURVIVOR

2026-10-21T01:12:54.513+08:00

October 21, 2026

FEAR FACTORY: HORROR FILM FESTIVAL | OCTOBER 28 – NOVEMBER 3, 2026

MANILA, Philippines — From the team behind four unforgettable chapters of SINE SINDAK comes FEAR FACTORY, a bold new cinematic experience where horror goes beyond the screen.

Presented by Crystalsky Entertainment in partnership with Megaworld Cinemas, FEAR FACTORY: HORROR FILM FESTIVAL runs from October 28 to November 3, 2026, inviting horror enthusiasts and moviegoers to experience a new dimension of fear through international horror films, immersive digital entertainment, and an interactive cinematic challenge.

Building on the legacy of SINE SINDAK, Crystalsky Entertainment introduces a fresh concept that aims to make moviegoing more engaging and participatory. FEAR FACTORY brings together five featured titles: The Invisible Half, VHS Halloween, Madeline’s Curse, Maligno, and The Legend.

Each film offers a distinct journey into the unknown, exploring dark secrets, sinister curses, supernatural forces, and terrifying legends. But at FEAR FACTORY, watching the films is only the beginning.

Moviegoers are challenged to watch all five featured titles and pursue the distinction of becoming THE ULTIMATE SURVIVOR. Through its interactive approach and digital entertainment elements, the festival invites audiences to become part of an experience that extends beyond the cinema screen.

“From the team behind four unforgettable chapters of SINE SINDAK comes FEAR FACTORY — a bold new cinematic experience where horror goes beyond the screen.”

Through its partnership with Megaworld Cinemas, Crystalsky Entertainment continues to explore innovative ways to present international films and connect with audiences. FEAR FACTORY aims to offer horror fans and curious moviegoers a distinctive alternative to conventional cinema-going.

FESTIVAL AT A GLANCE

Event: FEAR FACTORY: HORROR FILM FESTIVAL

Dates: October 28 – November 3, 2026

Venue: Participating Megaworld Cinemas

Presenters: Crystalsky Entertainment and Megaworld Cinemas

Featured films: The Invisible Half, VHS Halloween, Madeline’s Curse, Maligno, and The Legend

WATCH ALL AND BECOME THE ULTIMATE SURVIVOR.

ABOUT CRYSTALSKY MULTIMEDIA MARKETING, INC.

With more than 25 years of industry experience, Crystalsky’s leadership has built a strong track record in television content acquisition, programming, film distribution, and marketing. The company has supplied content to major Philippine television networks, including ABS-CBN, ABC-5, RPN-9, PTV-4, IBC-13, RJ-TV, SBN-2, and TV5, with programs spanning movie blocks, television series, and mini-series. Today, Crystalsky Multimedia Marketing, Inc. is entering an exciting new chapter, transforming the way audiences experience entertainment by integrating cinematic experiences with digital technology. Through bold programming, innovative concepts, and immersive entertainment initiatives, Crystalsky continues to push creative boundaries and redefine the future of cinema—bringing audiences experiences that go beyond the screen, today and beyond.

MEDIA INQUIRIES: Please contact the FEAR FACTORY organizing team through Crystalsky Entertainment for interviews, promotional materials, and partnership opportunities.

LG ELECTRONICS ANNOUNCES NEW SMART HOME ACCESSORIES, DESIGNED IN COLLABORATION WITH APPLE FOR THE APPLE HOME COLLECTION

2026-10-17T22:18:00.000+08:00

October 17, 2026

The New Products Advance LG’s Zero Labor Home Vision

Across Indoor and Outdoor Living Spaces

News Summary

● LG Electronics and Apple announced the seven smart home accessories for the Apple Home Collection, including indoor and outdoor cameras, a video doorbell, smart lock, smart thermostat and temperature sensor.

● The new products are co-developed by LG Electronics and Apple, and work seamlessly with Apple devices. The collaboration goes beyond device compatibility, combining LG’s deep knowledge of product and homes with Apple’s platform expertise to deliver a more intuitive and integrated smart home experience.

● These products work together seamlessly to help users with their daily routines, including monitoring and protecting their homes while away.

NEW YORK, Oct. 15, 2026 — LG Electronics (LG) today announced a range of smart home accessories co-developed with Apple for the Apple Home Collection, including indoor and outdoor cameras, and a video doorbell, smart lock, smart thermostat, and temperature sensor. The new products are designed to make the everyday home experience simpler, more reliable, and seamlessly connected and private in Apple Home.

These smart home accessories represent LG’s commitment to creating connected and adaptive experiences. They also advance the company’s ambition to simplify everyday living by reducing the need for manual intervention and enabling more intuitive interactions between customers and their environments.

“Creating a truly connected home requires products that work seamlessly together,” said Kihyun Jung, head of the Platform Business Center at the LG Home Appliance Solution Company. “By bringing LG's expertise in home appliances and the home environment together with the Apple Home, we are creating intuitive, integrated experiences that fit naturally into customers' daily lives.”

“Apple has always focused on making products and experiences that are seamless and intuitive, and protect our users’ privacy — and that matters more than ever in the home,” said Matthew Costello, Apple's vice president of Hardware Engineering. “Combining our hardware and software expertise with LG's deep understanding of the home and connected living lets us build smart home experiences that are simpler to set up, are easier to control, and work effortlessly.”

Moving Beyond Connectivity to Co-Develop Products and User Experiences

Moving beyond just device compatibility, Apple and LG developed these new products together from the early product planning stage, collaborating on hardware, software, and user experiences.

Each product is designed with a consistent user experience in mind to streamline setup and control. Rather than simply linking individual products through a platform, the accessories are designed to work together. Using the Home app or Siri to control a single “Good Morning” scene can simultaneously adjust the thermostat and tilt an indoor camera down while a user is getting ready.1 And each accessory is encrypted end-to-end in Apple Home, so only users and the people they choose can access their home data.

Introducing New Indoor and Outdoor Cameras, a Video Doorbell, Smart Lock, Thermostat, and Temperature Sensor

Starting in December, with select accessories coming early next year, LG and Apple are launching the full lineup in the United States and Canada, including indoor and outdoor cameras, a video doorbell, a smart lock, a thermostat, and a temperature sensor with support for Apple Home and LG ThinQ apps.1 In the United Kingdom, indoor and outdoor cameras and a video doorbell will be available starting December.2

 Cameras

LG’s new indoor and outdoor cameras deliver clear imaging, intelligent detection and privacy-focused controls to help users monitor what matters around their homes. With up to 2.5K video resolution, low-light color night vision, and wide-angle coverage, the cameras provide clear views during the day and at night. Using intelligence, each camera recognizes people, pets, vehicles and motion, helping deliver more relevant alerts and reducing unnecessary notifications. Users can also block selected areas from view and recording, while built-in local storage provides greater control over how recorded footage is stored and reviewed.

 LG Indoor Cam Plug-In: A wide 160° field of view captures more of the room in a single frame, while a privacy tilt mechanism and physical controls provide a visible and intuitive way to control monitoring when it is not needed.

 LG Outdoor Cam Plug-In: The camera provides reliable outdoor monitoring with low light color night vision, and 2.5K resolution, helping users maintain a clear view around the home day and night.

 LG Floodlight Cam: The camera adds dual adaptive floodlights that automatically illuminate the surrounding area when activity is detected, combining outdoor monitoring and lighting in one integrated home security solution.

 LG Video Doorbell Wired

LG Video Doorbell Wired brings clear visibility, more relevant alerts and everyday convenience to the front door. Its dual-camera system combines a 2.5K front camera and a Full HD bottom camera, capturing separate views of visitors, packages and key areas around the entryway for broader coverage. It can also identify people, vehicles, pets and packages and play a helpful chime through Apple HomeView, HomePod or HomePod mini. Low-light color night vision and two-way talk also help users see and respond to activity at their door.

 LG Smart Deadbolt Lock

LG Smart Deadbolt Lock combines smart access, minimal design and everyday convenience, led by hands-free unlocking with home key on a compatible iPhone or Apple Watch and advanced Ultra-Wideband technology. The lock recognizes an authorized user’s location and movement to support reliable hands-free entry. NFC tap, PIN code and a physical key provide additional ways to unlock the door, while built-in door sensing and real-time app notifications help users monitor door status and security events.

 LG Smart Thermostat and LG Temperature Sensor

LG Smart Thermostat combines energy efficiency, intuitive design to make home comfort more adaptive and efficient. Adaptive Temperature from Apple can adjust heating and cooling based on headed home, away from home, or sleeping.

When paired with optional LG Temperature Sensor devices placed in other rooms, the system can monitor temperature and humidity across multiple spaces to support more consistent comfort throughout the home. Advanced sensing algorithms are designed to reduce measurement errors and detect indoor temperature changes in real time, while Matter over Thread enables low-power, responsive connectivity with fewer connection delays and offline disruptions.

In the U.S., Clean Energy Guidance from Apple can help optimize energy use based on grid carbon intensity. Through supported utility-provider integrations, LG Smart Thermostat can also shift operation toward lower-cost periods.

 Privacy in Apple Home

Privacy is foundational to Apple Home. Camera footage and personal data in the Home app is stored end-to-end encrypted and never accessible to LG or Apple.

To learn more about LG and Apple’ s smart home accessories, visit LG website.

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1 Use of the new IoT products requires an Apple home hub, like HomePod, HomePod mini, Apple TV 4K, or Apple HomeView. The new IoT products, the LG ThinQ, and the Apple Home require a Wi-Fi connection. Available services, features and compatibility may vary depending on product model, region and country.

2 Product availability, including availability at retail stores, may vary by region and country.

About LG Electronics, Inc.

LG Electronics is a global innovator in technology and consumer electronics with a presence in almost every country and an international workforce of more than 75,000. LG’s four Companies – Home Appliance Solution, Media Entertainment Solution, Vehicle Solution and the Eco Solution – combined for global revenue of over KRW 89 trillion in 2025. LG is a leading manufacturer of consumer and commercial products ranging from TVs, home appliances, air solutions, monitors, automotive components and solutions, and its premium LG SIGNATURE and intelligent LG ThinQ brands are familiar names the world over. Visit www.lg.com/global/newsroom for the latest news.

Filipino chef behind Dubai chocolate phenomenon teams up with Jollibee for Christmas

2026-10-17T01:55:08.766+08:00

October 17, 2026

Jollibee is partnering with Filipino pastry chef and culinary innovator Nouel Catis, whose work is associated with the global Dubai chocolate phenomenon, to introduce the Pistachio Choco Sundae, a limited-edition Christmas dessert that brings a globally popular flavor combination to a familiar Filipino favorite.

“Christmas is a time when people look forward to experiences that make the season more special. At Jollibee, we want to bring that joy through both the food our customers love and new flavors that surprise and delight them,” said Dorothy Ching, vice president for marketing of Jollibee Philippines. "Partnering with Chef Nouel gives us a chance to offer something new this Christmas while celebrating Filipino culinary talent on the global stage."

Based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Catis is recognized for his work in the chocolate confectionery space, particularly the Dubai chocolate phenomenon that helped popularize the combination of chocolate and pistachio flavors among consumers worldwide.

His work has also received recognition, including being named an Emerging Global Filipino Icon by The Global Filipino Magazine and receiving a Service Excellence Award in Culinary Innovation in Dubai.

“We see Chef Nouel as a partner in our mission to bring joy to Filipinos and people around the world through food. By bringing his culinary expertise together with a Jollibee favorite, we hope to give our customers a new way to enjoy flavors they love and discover something different this Christmas,” Ching added.

For Catis, the collaboration is also a personal milestone, bringing him together with a brand he has loved since childhood.

“I was so happy when Jollibee reached out to me. I grew up loving Jollibee, so I never imagined that one day, I’d get to work with a brand that’s been part of my childhood. After the Dubai chocolate experience, it’s exciting to be doing something like this with Jollibee, especially for Christmas,” said Catis. “As a Filipino, it makes me proud to be part of something that can bring joy to people here at home and hopefully introduce more people around the world to the creativity and talent of Filipinos.”

The collaboration brings Catis’s culinary expertise to Jollibee’s annual Christmas sundae offering. The Pistachio Choco Sundae features creamy vanilla soft serve coated in a pistachio shell, topped with chocolate syrup and diced pistachios.

Priced at ₱79, the dessert will be available nationwide from October 16 to December 31 through Jollibee dine-in, takeout, drive-thru and delivery via GrabFood and foodpanda.

The partnership reflects Jollibee’s continuing effort to create new food experiences for customers during the holiday season, combining familiar favorites with fresh flavors while celebrating Filipino talent whose work has reached international audiences.

Craving more Jollibee treats and exclusives? Head to www.jollibee.com.ph for the latest updates, order your favorites via GrabFood and foodpanda, and follow us on social media for more JOYful surprises.

TECNO CAMON Slim 5G Pre-Order Comes with Free MagBadge and a Chance to Win ₱1 Million

2026-10-07T16:05:11.656+08:00

October 7, 2026

Pre-order until October 15 to get a free TECNO MagBadge, premium benefits, up to ₱3,000 special cash discount, and a chance to win ₱1 million.

MANILA, Philippines — October 2026 — The TECNO CAMON Slim 5G is now available for offline pre-order in the Philippines from October 2 to October 15, 2026, at an SRP of ₱27,999.

During the pre-order period, customers can receive a free TECNO MagBadge worth ₱5,999, together with additional premium benefits, a special cash discount of up to ₱3,000, and a chance to win from a ₱2 million cash prize pool, including one ₱1 million Grand Prize.

Designed around TECNO’s “Make It Lighter” philosophy, CAMON Slim 5G combines a 6.39mm ultra-slim design with a 6000mAh battery and a 50MP Sony LYTIA™ 700C main camera with Super-Zoom FlashSnap — making it lighter to carry and ready to capture everyday moments as they happen.

CAMON Slim 5G Price and Pre-Order Dates in the Philippines

The TECNO CAMON Slim 5G is priced at ₱27,999 in the Philippines for the 256GB ROM + 24GB RAM configuration, combining 8GB physical RAM with up to 16GB extended RAM.

Pre-orders are open nationwide from October 2 to October 15, with official sales beginning October 16. Customers can pre-order through participating TECNO stores nationwide. The pre-order period includes Burgundy Red, Matisse Black and Rebel Pink. Gossamer White, featuring an advanced 3D butterfly-inspired back design, will become available toward the end of October and is not included in the pre-order offer. The four colorways are part of CAMON Slim 5G’s emphasis on design and personal expression.

Free TECNO MagBadge Worth ₱5,999 with Every Eligible Pre-Order

One of the biggest highlights of the CAMON Slim 5G pre-order offer is the free TECNO MagBadge, TECNO’s smart magnetic accessory designed to make photography and everyday interaction more personal.

The MagBadge features a 1.73-inch display, supports rear-camera preview, wireless media sync and remote shutter control, giving users another way to take advantage of CAMON Slim 5G’s imaging capabilities.

For selfies and group shots, for example, users can preview the rear camera through the MagBadge and trigger the shutter remotely, helping make it easier to frame photos while using the phone’s main camera.

The TECNO MagBadge has an SRP of ₱5,999 when purchased separately, making it one of the most valuable additions to the CAMON Slim 5G pre-order package.

Premium Pre-Order Benefits Worth ₱10,000

In addition to the free MagBadge, eligible CAMON Slim 5G pre-orders come with a package of premium benefits worth ₱10,000, including:

• Free TECNO MagBadge — Style Meets Smarter

• 60-Day Free Replacement — Start Every Day with Confidence

• 13-Month Extended Warranty — Support That Stays With You

• 3-Year 256GB Cloud Storage — Save the Memories That Matter

• 3-Month Google One AI Plus 2TB Free Trial — Work Smarter, Make Every Day Lighter

Together, these benefits are designed to extend the CAMON Slim 5G experience beyond the device itself, from photography and personalization to storage and after-sales support.

Pre-Order Early and Get Up to ₱3,000 Special Cash Discount

Customers who pre-order the CAMON Slim 5G can also receive a special cash discount of up to ₱3,000, depending on when they claim their device.

Claim Date / Special Cash Discount

October 16–17 / ₱3,000

October 18 / ₱2,500

October 19–23 / ₱2,000

The earlier customers claim their pre-ordered CAMON Slim 5G, the bigger the available special cash discount. Applicable promotional terms and redemption mechanics apply.

Light to Hold. Fast to Catch.

Beyond the pre-order offers, CAMON Slim 5G is built around two things people experience every day: carrying their phone and capturing the moment.

At only 6.39mm thin, CAMON Slim 5G is designed to feel noticeably slimmer and easier to carry throughout a busy day, while still fitting a 6000mAh battery inside its lightweight form.

Photography is equally central to the CAMON Slim 5G experience. Its 50MP Sony LYTIA™ 700C Ultra-Night Main Camera provides a strong imaging foundation, while Super-Zoom FlashSnap is designed for moments that happen quickly and may not wait for the camera. Supporting up to 2x telephoto snap shooting, FlashSnap uses AI-assisted capture to help freeze spontaneous movement — from a child performing or a pet jumping, to sports, concerts or friends laughing together.

Burgundy Red Leads CAMON Slim 5G’s Fashion-Forward Design

CAMON Slim 5G also puts greater emphasis on design than a conventional specification-led smartphone.

Its hero Burgundy Red colorway combines fiberglass and a matte texture, balancing deep red and brown tones with a velvet-like finish that gives the device a warmer, more refined character. Together with the ultra-slim body, the finish makes CAMON Slim 5G feel less like a conventional piece of consumer electronics and more like something designed to fit naturally into personal style.

Other options include Matisse Black and Rebel Pink, followed by Gossamer White later in October.

Chance to Win ₱1 Million from a ₱2 Million Cash Prize Pool

Customers who participate in the CAMON Slim 5G pre-order campaign will also have the opportunity to win from a total ₱2 million cash prize pool.

The campaign offers 101 winning chances:

• 1 Grand Prize winner — ₱1,000,000

• 100 winners — ₱10,000 each

Each valid CAMON Slim 5G pre-order during the promotional period qualifies for an entry, subject to the official campaign mechanics.

While the free MagBadge gives every eligible pre-order customer an immediate added benefit, the cash prize campaign gives buyers another chance to make something bigger in life a little lighter.

Up to 24-Month Installment Options

TECNO is also working with a wide range of official financing partners in the Philippines to make CAMON Slim 5G more accessible.

Participating partners include Home Credit, Skyro, Salmon, PayJoy, BillEase and Kredivo, as well as participating credit card installment providers.

Depending on the partner and applicable promotion, customers can enjoy installment plans of up to 24 months, together with benefits such as up to ₱1,000 discount or cashback.

Selected fintech partners may also offer special raffle promotions, giving eligible customers a chance to have loan balances of up to ₱84,000 waived.

Terms, eligibility, installment periods and promotional mechanics may vary by partner.

Free Globe Prepaid SIM with One Year of Unlimited 5G Data

TECNO has also partnered with Globe for the CAMON Slim 5G launch. Eligible customers who purchase CAMON Slim 5G can receive a free Globe Prepaid SIM with one year of unlimited 5G data, giving users an additional connectivity benefit as they experience the new 5G smartphone.

Pre-Order CAMON Slim 5G Until October 15

Pre-order now to get a free TECNO MagBadge worth ₱5,999, premium benefits, special cash discounts, and a chance to win ₱1 million.

For more product and Pre-order details are available at https://bit.ly/4iKb0AM

Watsons’ #1 K-Beauty Brand Just Turned 10 in the Philippines, and It’s Celebrating With Two New Skincare Lines

2026-10-07T04:22:58.192+08:00

October 7, 2026

After five years as Watsons’ #1 K-Beauty brand nationwide, Deoproce marks a decade in the Philippines with two new lines designed to take your skincare routine to the next level.

MANILA, PHILIPPINES — September 2026 — Korean skincare brand DEOPROCE is celebrating a decade in the Philippines, and looking firmly ahead. The brand marks the milestone with a renewed spotlight on the DEOPROCE Vita C Toning Care Line and the DEOPROCE Blue Feather Tone-Up Sunscreen, together with global brand ambassador Park Jinyoung and special October promos.

Whether you’re in the final stretch of your finals, hustling through a corporate job in the metro, getting ready for your yearly holiday, or navigating life with a growing family, your skincare routine has to keep up with you. And for DEOPROCE, that everyday rhythm has shaped its mission: to provide skincare that fits seamlessly into the realities of Filipino life.

This year, DEOPROCE marks a decade of Korean skincare in the Philippines, with a renewed focus on the Vita C Toning Care Line and Blue Feather Tone-Up Sunscreen.

A decade is a long time in beauty, and the way Filipinos find and use skincare has changed along the way. Routines are now discovered through TikTok, Instagram, YouTube and beauty creators. Ingredient lists are read before anything goes into the cart. And Korean skincare has become part of the same cultural conversation as K-pop playlists, K-drama watchlists and the latest looks coming out of Seoul.

For DEOPROCE, the milestone is less about looking back than about what comes next. The anniversary year also brought a new face to the brand:Korean actor Park Jinyoung, known for his roles in hit dramas such as He Is Psychometric, The Witch, and Yumi’s Cells, and a former member of K-pop boy group GOT7, has been introduced as DEOPROCE’s Global Brand Ambassador as the beauty brand celebrates a decade in the Philippines. His arrival sets the tone for a year focused on the DEOPROCE Vita C Toning Care Line and the DEOPROCE Blue Feather Tone-Up Sunscreen. The two products reflect two needs the modern routine keeps returning to: care that helps tired-looking skin look refreshed and hydrated, and protection that holds up through a full day of Philippine sun, humidity and screen time.

JINYOUNG'S PICKS

The DEOPROCE Vita C Toning Care Line is a five-step routine for dull, tired-looking skin—the kind that comes with late deadlines, travel, and long days. It’s fitting that these are among Jinyoung’s picks, too; with a schedule that keeps him constantly on the move, a simple, streamlined routine designed to bring tired-looking skin back to life makes perfect sense.

It brightens and hydrates using four complementary forms of Vitamin C: Ascorbic Acid, 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate and Ascorbyl Glucoside. According to DEOPROCE, these deliver both immediate and longer-lasting brightening, support formula stability and provide antioxidant protection. They also treat dullness, uneven tone and dark spots more gently than a single form of Vitamin C. The line also has 10 types of multivitamins to nourish, 11 types of Hyaluronic Acid for multi-layer hydration, and Sea Buckthorn Extract to soothe. The routine includes the Capsule Foam (₱690), Brightening Pad (₱990), Essence Toner (₱790), Ampoule Serum (₱1,490) and Cream Moisturizer (₱1,490).

By day, the DEOPROCE Blue Feather Tone-Up Sunscreen (₱990, 40ml) completes the routine. It's a feather-light SPF50+ PA++++ sunscreen that protects against UV and against blue light from screens, overhead lighting and daylight. That makes it a fit for morning commutes, laptop-heavy workdays and Philippine humidity. Azulene soothes sensitized skin, Ceramide supports the skin barrier, Hyaluronic Acid hydrates without greasiness and Anti-Sebum P keeps shine in check. It leaves a translucent, blue-toned finish that gives skin a subtle tone-up without a white cast. In clinical evaluations reported by DEOPROCE, it showed up to 96.9% improvement in skin soothing, 41.2% in skin texture, 200% in skin hydration and 37% in skin barrier and moisture loss. Individual results may vary.

Together, the two products make up **Jinyoung’s Picks**, a special pairing fronted by DEOPROCE’s global brand ambassador, Park Jinyoung, as the brand celebrates its 10th anniversary in the Philippines. Jinyoung has also been the face of DEOPROCE’s Vita C Toning Care campaign since July 2026. For Filipino fans who discovered K-beauty through K-pop and K-dramas, his involvement brings DEOPROCE’s Korean skincare heritage even closer to the culture they already love.

DEOPROCE OCTOBER ANNIVERSARY PROMOS

DEOPROCE Philippines is celebrating a decade in the country, and the anniversary festivities continue this October! Whether you’re a longtime fan or discovering DEOPROCE for the first time, watch out for special anniversary offers featuring the DEOPROCE Vita C Toning Care Line and Blue Feather Tone-Up Sunscreen. This 10.10, enjoy exclusive deals and discover your DEOPROCE favorites on the brand’s official online stores on Shopee, Lazada, and TikTok Shop. Mark your calendars and stay tuned for DEOPROCE’s 10.10 anniversary promos!

A DECADE IN, WITH MORE TO COME

Behind DEOPROCE is OVCOS, a Korean beauty company under the GREEN COS Group, whose roots in cosmetics manufacturing date back to 1992. While GREEN COS develops and manufactures products for various beauty brands, OVCOS serves as the group’s own-brand arm, with DEOPROCE among its flagship names. Drawing on more than 30 years of research and technical expertise, OVCOS develops skincare products for consumers around the world.

That foundation continues to drive DEOPROCE’s innovation today. With CGMP- and ISO-certified manufacturing operations in Korea and milestones including its 2023 US$10 million Export Tower award, the company’s decade in the Philippines is part of a much longer story of Korean skincare expertise, research, and global growth.

Where to buy DEOPROCE in the Philippines

DEOPROCE Vita C Toning Care and DEOPROCE Blue Feather Tone-Up Sunscreen are available at selected Watsons and SM Beauty stores, where shoppers can discover the products in person this October, and through DEOPROCE’s official online stores on Shopee, Lazada and TikTok Shop.

At a Glance: A Decade of DEOPROCE in the Philippines

● Brand: DEOPROCE (Korean skincare / K-beauty)

● Company: OVCOS, the Korean skincare company and manufacturer behind DEOPROCE (roots since 1992; CGMP- and ISO-certified plant in Gimpo, Korea)

● Market: Philippines

● Occasion: A decade of DEOPROCE in the Philippines (2026)

● Global brand ambassador: Park Jinyoung, face of the DEOPROCE Vita C Toning Care campaign

● Product 1: DEOPROCE Vita C Toning Care Line, a five-step Vitamin C brightening and hydration routine (₱690 to ₱1,490)

● Product 2: DEOPROCE Blue Feather Tone-Up Sunscreen, SPF50+ PA++++ with blue-light protection (40ml, ₱990)

● Anniversary promo: 10.10 anniversary sale

● Where to buy: Selected Watsons and SM Beauty stores; DEOPROCE official stores on Shopee, Lazada and TikTok Shop

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is DEOPROCE?

DEOPROCE is a Korean skincare brand by OVCOS. In 2026, DEOPROCE marks a decade in the Philippines, where it is sold at selected Watsons and SM Beauty stores and on Shopee, Lazada and TikTok Shop.

Who makes DEOPROCE?

DEOPROCE is developed and manufactured by OVCOS, a Korean skincare company with roots going back to 1992, more than 30 years of research, and a CGMP- and ISO-certified plant in Gimpo, Korea.

What is the DEOPROCE Vita C Toning Care Line?

The DEOPROCE Vita C Toning Care Line is a five-step Vitamin C brightening and hydration routine: Capsule Foam, Brightening Pad, Essence Toner, Ampoule Serum and Cream Moisturizer.

How much does DEOPROCE Vita C Toning Care cost in the Philippines?

DEOPROCE Vita C Toning Care prices in the Philippines are Capsule Foam ₱690, Brightening Pad ₱990, Essence Toner ₱790, Ampoule Serum ₱1,490 and Cream Moisturizer ₱1,490.

What are the key ingredients in DEOPROCE Vita C Toning Care?

DEOPROCE Vita C Toning Care contains four forms of Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid, 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate and Ascorbyl Glucoside), 10 types of multivitamins, 11 types of Hyaluronic Acid and Sea Buckthorn Extract.

What SPF is DEOPROCE Blue Feather Tone-Up Sunscreen?

DEOPROCE Blue Feather Tone-Up Sunscreen is rated SPF50+ PA++++. It retails at ₱990 for 40ml.

Does DEOPROCE Blue Feather Tone-Up Sunscreen protect against blue light?

Yes. DEOPROCE Blue Feather Tone-Up Sunscreen protects against blue light in addition to UV rays, and has completed UV and blue-light protection testing.

Is DEOPROCE Blue Feather Tone-Up Sunscreen suitable for sensitive skin? DEOPROCE Blue Feather Tone-Up Sunscreen has completed a sensitive skin test and a primary skin irritation test, and DEOPROCE's clinical evaluations showed up to 96.9% improvement in skin soothing.

Where can I buy DEOPROCE products in the Philippines?

DEOPROCE products are available at selected Watsons and SM Beauty stores, and through DEOPROCE's official online stores on Shopee, Lazada and TikTok Shop.

From Osaka to BGC: TORIKIZOKU Brings Its Japanese Yakitori Experience to the Philippines

2026-09-30T03:06:34.687+08:00

September 30, 2026

Japan’s #1 Yakitori chain opens its first Philippine restaurant this October

Torikki signages spotted around BGC

Japan’s #1 Yakitori chain opens its first

Philippine restaurant at Serendra, BGC on October 12, 2026.

A Japanese Yakitori chain that began in Osaka is making its way to the Philippines this October.

TORIKIZOKU will open its first Philippine restaurant at Serendra, BGC on October 12, 2026, bringing its Japanese Yakitori experience to Filipino diners for the first time.

The brand’s story began in Osaka in 1985. Since then, TORIKIZOKU has grown to more than 600 stores across Japan and continues to expand internationally as part of its Global YAKITORI Family.

At the center of that journey is the brand’s Yakitori-ya experience, built around freshly grilled chicken skewers, carefully selected ingredients, welcoming service, and a lively yet comfortable setting where people can gather over food and conversation.

Now, that experience arrives in BGC.

Ahead of the opening, TORIKIZOKU has already begun introducing itself around Serendra through Torikki, its official yellow mascot. The installations feature different poses inspired by both the Philippines and Japan and are designed to be seen during the day as well as illuminated at night. But there is more to the installations than simply catching attention.

Each Torikki also carries a QR code that guests can scan to visit the TORIKIZOKU Philippines website, receive updates, and make a reservation. The signages mark the beginning of the countdown to the brand’s Philippine opening.

The Philippine launch also brings with it “Toriki Tayo,” a local invitation to turn everyday moments into opportunities to come together.

For a brand whose dining experience is built around freshly grilled food and conversation, the move from Osaka to BGC brings TORIKIZOKU into a new setting while keeping the experience that defines it at the center.

On October 12, Filipino diners can experience TORIKIZOKU’s authentic Yakitori-ya experience for themselves at its first Philippine branch in Serendra, BGC.

Be among the first to experience TORIKIZOKU’s authentic Yakitori-ya experience at Serendra.

Make your reservation in advance now:

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ABOUT TORIKIZOKU

Founded in Osaka in 1985, TORIKIZOKU is a Japanese Yakitori chain known for freshly grilled chicken skewers, carefully selected ingredients, welcoming service, and an energetic yet comfortable dining experience. The brand has grown to more than 600 stores in Japan and continues to expand internationally.

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Website:

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La Viña: Allegations vs Legarda, Leviste ‘baseless,’ ‘ridiculous’; questions Ombudsman probe, urges DOE to correct records and withdraw cases vs Leviste

2026-09-27T04:12:00.000+08:00

September 27, 2026

Atty. Antonio “Tony” La Viña, spokesperson of Senator Loren Legarda, rejected the allegations against the Senator and her son, Batangas First District Representative Leandro Leviste, as baseless and ridiculous, maintaining that the accusations are contradicted by the documentary and financial records.

Speaking before members of the digital media on Wednesday, La Viña challenged the Department of Energy (DOE) to review its own correspondence, distinguish the companies involved, and correct what he described as fundamental errors underlying the complaint against Legarda and Leviste. He also questioned the Office of the Ombudsman's basis for pursuing the allegations of plunder and graft, urging it to examine the documentary evidence.

“Una sa lahat, walang pera galing sa gobyerno na kinuha at binulsa ni Senator Loren o ni Representative Leandro. Walang plunder, walang government funds na kinuha in any of the projects. Dapat very clear sa atin yan,” La Viña said.

He emphasized that the renewable energy projects under scrutiny were privately funded and that the failure of a project to proceed does not, by itself, constitute plunder or graft.

Addressing the multibillion-peso financial obligations publicly attributed to Leviste, La Viña clarified that the amounts involved different corporate entities. He maintained that the financial obligations legitimately assessed against Leviste's companies had already been fully settled.

La Viña identified a DOE demand letter addressed to Mr. Emmanuel Rubio of SP New Energy Corporation (SPNEC), which has been majority-owned and controlled by Meralco's generation company, MGen, since 2024. He urged the DOE to distinguish SPNEC from Solar Para sa Bayan Corporation and the other Solar Philippines companies, emphasizing that the financial obligations of one corporate entity cannot simply be attributed to another.

“Malinaw naman ang resibo na yung letter nila asking for twenty-four billion to be paid, na later binago nila to ten billion, ay doon sa kay Mr. Emmanuel Rubio at hindi kay Leandro Leviste, hindi sa kanyang mga kumpanya,” La Viña said.

He also clarified that the Solar Para sa Bayan franchise was non-exclusive and had ceased to exist under the law's automatic revocation provision after it failed to become operational. He attributed its non-implementation to the DOE's failure to issue the necessary implementing rules and identify the areas where the franchise could operate.

“Hindi siya na-implement dahil sa gobyerno. Hindi naglabas yung Department of Energy ng rules and regulations to implement the solar franchise. Hindi rin naglabas ang gobyerno, ang DOE, ng mga lugar kung saan siya pwedeng i-implement,” La Viña said.

He further rejected allegations that Leviste had monopolized renewable energy service contracts, explaining that the 42 solar contracts awarded to him represented only a portion of the 518 solar service contracts nationwide.

La Viña emphasized that a renewable energy service contract involves exploration and pre-development and that projects may not proceed because of land availability, grid connectivity, and other feasibility concerns. Investors bear the financial risks and must settle applicable obligations when projects do not proceed.

He questioned whether the failure of a privately funded renewable energy project to proceed could constitute plunder or graft, stressing that the nature of service contracts must be properly understood in evaluating the allegations before the Ombudsman.

La Viña separately rejected allegations linking Legarda to her son's renewable energy ventures, maintaining that the senator neither participated in the management of Leviste's companies nor used her public office to advance their business interests.

He stressed that Legarda's relationship with her son does not establish her participation in the transactions or contractual obligations of his companies.

“There’s nothing in the charges of the Ombudsman na kasama si Senator Loren Legarda. So, yun, bakit siya nakasama?” La Viña said, questioning the basis for including the senator in the complaint.

He questioned the basis for including Legarda in the complaint and challenged the authorities to identify evidence establishing her personal participation in any alleged wrongdoing.

La Viña also described the proceedings against Legarda and Leviste as unfair, saying the allegations have subjected the senator to serious accusations despite what he maintained was the absence of evidence connecting her to the business transactions under scrutiny.

He confirmed that both had submitted their counter-affidavits within the prescribed period, disputing claims that their submissions had been delayed.

La Viña maintained that the matter should be resolved through the legal process, with the al

Jollibee and DreamWorks team up for global ‘Forgotten Island’ campaign celebrating friendship and Filipino culture

2026-09-26T17:48:01.668+08:00

September 26, 2026

Jollibee and DreamWorks Animation are teaming up for a global partnership tied to the worldwide theatrical release of Forgotten Island, a new original animated feature that celebrates friendship, family, and Filipino-inspired storytelling.

The collaboration brings together DreamWorks, the studio behind globally recognized films including Shrek, How to Train Your Dragon, and The Wild Robot, and Jollibee, the beloved Filipino restaurant brand that makes your favorite Chickenjoy, Yumburger, Jolly Spaghetti and Burger Steak.

The partnership also brings together shared themes of friendship and togetherness. Forgotten Island draws inspiration from Filipino mythology and stories passed down through Filipino families, while Jollibee has long brought people together through shared meals and everyday moments of joy. In the Philippines, the collaboration offers fans an opportunity to experience the film’s themes and Filipino cultural elements through Jollibee.

At the heart of Forgotten Island, from the filmmakers of Puss in Boots: The Last Wish, are lifelong best friends Jo and Raissa, voiced by Grammy and Academy Award winner H.E.R. and Filipino actress Liza Soberano. The story follows the two friends as they discover a mysterious portal leading to Nakali, a magical island inhabited by mythical creatures inspired by stories from their Filipino families.

Their adventure takes a turn when they discover that returning home comes at the cost of losing their memories of each other. Joined by a group of allies, Jo and Raissa must navigate the challenges of Nakali while finding a way to preserve their friendship.

The film features an international voice cast that includes Dave Franco, Lea Salonga, Jenny Slate, Manny Jacinto, Dolly de Leon, Jo Koy, and Ronny Chieng, bringing together global talent and Filipino voices in a story rooted in Filipino-inspired mythology.

“At Jollibee, we've always believed that some of life's best memories are made around the dining table. Forgotten Island is a beautiful and moving story that reminds us of the power and importance of friendship, something that has always been at the heart of our brand,” said Dorothy Ching, vice president for marketing of Jollibee Philippines. “Through this partnership with DreamWorks, we're excited to give Filipinos another meaningful way to celebrate friendship, create lasting memories, and share the joy of eating together.”

To bring the partnership closer to Filipino fans, Jollibee Philippines will introduce the limited-time Forgotten Island Adventure Bundle launching September 16 in Metro Manila and September 23 in all other regions, available until October 31 at participating stores nationwide.

The Adventure Bundle includes Jollibee's 1-pc. Chickenjoy with rice and Pineapple Quencher, the new Peach Mango Pie à la Mode with Vanilla Soft Serve, Jollibee's Peach Mango Pie with Chocolate Sauce, and an exclusive Forgotten Island Friendship Charm Bracelet. The bundle is priced at ₱389.

Inspired by the film, the exclusive Friendship Charm Bracelet serves as a collectible that fans can take home as a memento of the partnership and the friendships celebrated in Forgotten Island.

The Forgotten Island Adventure Bundle will be available through dine-in, takeout, and drive-thru, while supplies last.

Forgotten Island, distributed by Universal Pictures, opens in Philippine cinemas on September 23, 2026.

About Jollibee

Jollibee is a global restaurant brand best known for its world-famous Chickenjoy fried chicken. It was voted No. 1 Best Fast Food Fried Chicken in the U.S. in USA TODAY's 10Best Readers' Choice Awards for three consecutive years and garnered multiple acclaims in various markets. It is the #1 QSR in the Philippines, Vietnam, and Brunei. Guided by its purpose to serve great-tasting food and bring the joy of eating to everyone, Jollibee continues to bring people together through joyful dining experiences across more than 1,800 stores in 16 countries. Jollibee is the flagship brand of Jollibee Group, one of the fastest-growing restaurant companies in the world.

About DreamWorks Animation’s Forgotten Island

Your best friendship is worth fighting for.

DreamWorks Animation, the studio that brought you unforgettable bonds between a boy and a dragon in How to Train Your Dragon, an ogre and a donkey in Shrek, and a robot and a gosling in The Wild Robot, now welcomes a dazzling and emotional story about two lifelong best friends who must come together before they drift apart in Forgotten Island.

The new original film is written and directed by Academy Award® nominee Joel Crawford and Januel Mercado and is produced by Academy Award® nominee Mark Swift, the filmmaking team behind Puss in Boots: The Last Wish.

Grammy and Academy Award® winning supernova H.E.R. and Liza Soberano (Lisa Frankenstein, Alone/Together) star as high school graduates Jo and Raissa, who have been best friends since grade school but are now about to embark on separate life paths.

While celebrating their last night together, Jo and Raissa stumble upon a mysterious portal that transports them to the fantastical island of Nakali, packed with magical and mythological creatures they grew up hearing stories about from their Filipino families.

Some of these figures will become friends, some foes. Joined by well-meaning-but- hapless weredog Raww (Dave Franco) and a small-but-mighty pack of pals, Jo and Raissa must face The Dreaded Manananggal (Tony winning icon Lea Salonga), the most feared creature on the island. When they discover that the memories of their entire friendship are the price for returning home, Jo and Raissa will race to find a way to leave the island before they forget each other forever.

The film’s all-star voice cast also includes Emmy nominee Jenny Slate (Marcel the Shell with Shoes On, Dying for Sex), Manny Jacinto (The Good Place, Top Gun: Maverick), BAFTA nominee Dolly de Leon (Triangle of Sadness, Ghostlight), global comedy superstar Jo Koy (Haunted Mansion, Jo Koy: Live from Brooklyn) and Emmy winner Ronny Chieng (The Daily Show, M3GAN).

DreamWorks Animation’s Forgotten Island is distributed by Universal Pictures.

About DreamWorks Animation

DreamWorks Animation, a division of the Universal Filmed Entertainment Group, within NBCUniversal, a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation, is a global family entertainment company with feature film and television brands. DreamWorks' feature heritage includes many of the world’s most acclaimed films and beloved franchises, including Shrek, Puss in Boots, Kung Fu Panda, How to Train Your Dragon, Trolls, The Boss Baby, Madagascar, The Bad Guys, Gabby’s Dollhouse and The Wild Robot. Collectively, these theatrical film properties have grossed more than $17 billion worldwide. DreamWorks Animation’s television studio is one of the world’s leading producers of high-quality, animated family programming, reaching consumers in more than 190 countries with a diverse array of original streaming series and films. The company’s deep portfolio of intellectual property is supported by a robust, worldwide licensing and consumer products practice, as well as award-winning brand experiences through Universal Destinations & Experiences theme parks, live entertainment and more.

About Universal Pictures

Universal Pictures is a division of Universal Studios (www.universalstudios.com). Universal Studios is part of NBCUniversal. NBCUniversal is one of the world’s leading media and entertainment companies in the development, production and marketing of entertainment, news and information to a global audience. NBCUniversal owns and operates a valuable portfolio of news and entertainment networks, a premier motion picture company, significant television production operations, a leading television stations group and world-renowned theme parks. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.

Christmas Arrives Early in BGC: F1 Hotel Manila Opens "First Taste of Christmas"

2026-09-18T18:36:11.271+08:00

September 18, 2026

Hamon, bibingka and hot tsokolate land on 32nd Street from the first weekend of ber season — with Christmas staycation bundles from Php 7,488 net, a Christmas station on the weekend lunch buffet, festive cocktails at Canary, and early-bird Christmas party rates

TAGUIG CITY, Philippines — September 2026. Filipinos don't wait for December, and neither does F1 Hotel Manila BGC. First Taste of Christmas brings hamon, queso de bola, bibingka and hot tsokolate to Bonifacio Global City from the season's very first weekend, running through October 28 across the hotel's rooms, restaurants, bar and function spaces. One Christmas story, told in every corner of the building.

"Our grandparents taught us to wait for Christmas, not to schedule it. The parol goes up, the bibingka comes off the coals, and the whole house starts counting," said Cindy Brual, General Manager of F1 Hotel Manila. "That waiting is the tradition we grew up with, and September is when it begins. We're just setting the table for it."

Christmas staycations in BGC, dressed for the season

For stays from September 10 to October 28, First Nights of Christmas opens a Deluxe Room or City Suite for two at 20% off when guests book direct with promo code FIRSTNIGHTS26. A welcome tray of hot tsokolate and bibingka bites waits on arrival. Gingerbread parol cookies appear at turndown. Check-out stretches to 2PM, and every stay earns a Php 1,000 voucher for December.

Feast & Stay folds the whole weekend into a single booking with code FEASTSTAY26. Couples start at Php 7,988 net for the room, breakfast, the Weekend Lunch Buffet for two, and Starlight Spritz cocktails at Canary. Families of three start at Php 11,988 net, with a reserved Enigma Art Session slot and a take-home box of Queso de Bola Ensaymada. A Hot Deals rate of Php 7,488 net is open to couples.

The first taste of Christmas on the weekend buffet

The Weekend Lunch Buffet at F All Day Dining runs every Saturday and Sunday at Php 2,299 net, or Php 1,379 on Hot Deals for guests 7 years and above. A carver works the hamon station beside a wheel of queso de bola, two hot Noche Buena dishes join the line, and the merienda corner does what December does: puto bumbong, bibingka, and hot tsokolate poured to order. It's the first taste, not the full feast. That comes in December.

Children aged 4 to 12 can slip away to the Christmas Craft Corner art session while the adults go back for seconds. Teachers enjoy 30% off with a valid faculty ID until October 5.

At The Patisserie, a new Bibingka Cheesecake and Queso de Bola Ensaymada debut for merienda, takeaway, and corporate gifting.

Grill, glow, and the first sip of ber at Canary

Grill & Glow pairs unlimited Korean barbecue with a pool pass at Php 1,488 net (Php 899 on Hot Deals). From September 11, the First Sip of Ber line-up leads with the Starlight Spritz, on buy-one-take-one every Friday from 5PM to 8PM.

Christmas parties in BGC, booked early

Paskong F1 Early Bird rewards Christmas party bookings confirmed by October 15 for event dates from November 15 to December 30: a complimentary one-hour extension, free-flowing iced tea, and a complimentary Deluxe Room with breakfast for two. Packages for 60 guests come down to Php 102,000 net from Php 175,000 net. Meeting, social, and weekend function packages start at Php 650 net per person.

Booking details

Offers run from September 10 to October 28, 2026, with selected offers until October 30. Room offers are bookable on the F1 Hotel Manila BGC website. Hot Deals rates and banquet packages are exclusive to the hotel's Hot Deals page. Dining and bar experiences require prior reservation. All rates are net and cannot be combined with other promotions. Terms and conditions apply.

Reservations: (02) 8928-9888 · Viber 0919 912 4803

About F1 Hotel Manila — F1 Hotel Manila is an urban hotel on 32nd Street in the heart of Bonifacio Global City, Taguig, minutes from Bonifacio High Street, Market! Market! and the BGC office towers. The Home of Happy Experiences.

Jollibee brings the joy of friendship to life with DreamWorks Animation’s Forgotten Island

2026-09-18T02:33:34.241+08:00

September 18, 2026

Jollibee , is marking a milestone with its global collaboration with DreamWorks Animation for the worldwide theatrical release of Forgotten Island on September 23, 2026.

At the heart of Forgotten Island are lifelong best friends Jo and Raissa, who discover a mysterious portal that transports them to Nakali, a fantastical island filled with mythical creatures inspired by stories from their Filipino families. When they discover that returning home could come at the cost of losing the memories of their friendship, Jo and Raissa must find a way to leave the island without forgetting each other.

Forgotten Island features Filipino and Filipino-American talent including Tony Award-winning Lea Salonga, global comedy star Jo Koy, Grammy and Academy Award-winning H.E.R., actress Liza Soberano, and co-writer and co-director Januel Mercado.

“Great stories and great food both have a way of bringing people together,” said David Beal, Jollibee Group global chief marketing officer and head of digital marketing. “With DreamWorks Animation’s Forgotten Island, we’re inviting friends and families to celebrate the joy of friendship—from watching the film to sharing a delicious Jollibee meal together. It is a simple expression of what Jollibee has always stood for: serving great-tasting food and bringing the joy of eating to everyone.”

The Filipino connection extends beyond the film, with Filipino girl group, who are also Jollibee endorsers, BINI contributing the song “A Parallel World” to the Forgotten Island soundtrack. The upbeat electronic-pop track, which features English and Filipino lyrics, was released on July 23.

BINI also performed the song at the Forgotten Island panel during San Diego Comic-Con in July, further connecting the group and the film with audiences around the world. The music video for “A Parallel World” also features Jollibee, showing members of BINI enjoying their favorite meals and sharing candid moments while in the United States for the song’s recording and related activities.

“At Jollibee, we value partnerships that allow us to collaborate with world-class brands and create experiences that genuinely resonate with our customers,” said Dorothy Ching, vice president for marketing of Jollibee Philippines. “Our partnership with DreamWorks is especially meaningful because Forgotten Island brings together universal themes of friendship and family with Filipino-inspired storytelling. We are proud to be part of this global collaboration and excited to bring the spirit of the film to Jollibee communities around the world.”

The Jollibee and Forgotten Island collaboration brings together global entertainment, Filipino talent and storytelling, and Jollibee’s own spirit of togetherness, extending the experience from the big screen to everyday moments shared over a meal.

More elements of the collaboration are set to be revealed, including an exclusive Jollibee offer tied to the film. Details will be announced at a later date.

DreamWorks’ Forgotten Island arrives in theaters September 23, 2026.

For more information, visit https://www.jollibee.com.ph/ or follow Jollibee’s social media channels for updates.

About Jollibee

About DreamWorks Animation’s Forgotten Island

Your best friendship is worth fighting for.

DreamWorks Animation’s Forgotten Island is distributed by Universal Pictures.

About DreamWorks Animation

About Universal Pictures

Solaire’s Chef Janu Belardo Brings Filipino Soul to Western Cuisine at Quezon Club

2026-09-17T23:46:06.095+08:00

September 17, 2026

Chef Janu Belardo continues to lead the kitchen at Quezon Club with her technical expertise and creativity.

Chef January “Janu” Belardo invites us into her kitchen, showcasing the Filipino techniques and ingredients she is weaving into the Western forward menu of Solaire Resort Quezon City’s Quezon Club.

After almost a year of redefining Quezon City’s after-dark moments, pairing exquisite dishes with a stage alive in music, dance, and comedy, welcoming both local and international acts across regular nights and private events, Quezon Club at Solaire Resort Quezon City ushers in the next chapter, continuing its evolution as both a dining destination and an entertainment hub.

The Quezon Club menu gets further elevated with Filipino influences weaved into its Western-forward mains and bar bites.

At the heart of this transformation is Chef Janu’s vision for the menu, building on a culinary program that previously highlighted cuisines and preparation methods from Europe and the Americas. Recognized as Solaire Resort Quezon City’s youngest and first female Chef de Cuisine, she now champions Filipino ingredients and cooking techniques, melding them into Western-forward mains and bar bites with technical mastery and artistry.

Made with onion panutsa marmalade, the Foie Gras Terrine of Quezon Club showcases Chef Janu’s culinary expertise.

“Instead of focusing solely on Western or American cuisine, we’ve infused Filipino influences, not by replicating traditional dishes, but by highlighting local produce and applying techniques like fermentation, preserves, pickling, and marination. From vinegars and sauces to doughs, everything is made in house,” she shares on the new menu.

Step into her kitchen and one will find it alive with jars of fermenting chilis, capsicum, fruits, rice, and vegetables, each carefully labeled and monitored for the perfect flavor. Garlic infused oils, coconut vinegar, pinakurat, and bowls of calamansi line the shelves, while panutsa sweetens sauces and atsara brings brightness to dishes.

Spicy buro, born from fermenting rice with spices, adds another layer of intrigue to dishes such as the Grilled Octopus. Even the bar chows carry street food inspirations reimagined with elegance: oysters echoing isaw with her signature SAUCE MARIA!, soon to be the household vinegar mix; elevated grilled pork barbecue as pica-pica; and kinilaw style elements. Desserts also take on a Filipino twist, with asin tibuok grated over the Burnt Basque Cheesecake for a surprising finish.

Even desserts get a local twist at Quezon Club with Chef Janu’s version of Burnt Basque Cheesecake made with calamansi zest and finished with asin tibuok.

Beyond bold flavors, Chef Janu has crafted all the mains and its new house specialty, the Grand Seafood Tower, to be ideal for sharing, bringing people together over inventive plates.

For Chef Janu, her kitchen at Solaire Resort Quezon City is both playground and laboratory—a place where Filipino ingenuity and artistry meet Western techniques, and every jar and plate tells a story.

Quezon City’s most happening nightlife destination continues to evolve along with the nightlife-seekers' taste. Quezon Club moves forward with inspired culinary creations, a testament to its dynamic spirit and commitment to exceptional experiences.

To reserve your table at Quezon Club, visit https://www.quezonclub.com/, call +632 8888 8888, or email snrestaurantevents@solaireresort.com.

About Quezon Club

Quezon Club at Solaire Resort Quezon City—The City’s Hidden Stage—celebrates Quezon City’s rich legacy in entertainment and the creative arts. This premier destination invites guests to savor refined flavors, bespoke beverages, and a seductive atmosphere pulsing with exceptional entertainment. Defined by mystique and refinement, it sets the scene for velvet lit evenings where world class performances unfold—from live music and jazz to dynamic dance and immersive acts.

Its culinary program, led by Chef de Cuisine January “Janu” Belardo, highlights seasonal ingredients, bold techniques, and elegant presentations. Complementing the cuisine, Head Bartender Martin Protacio crafts cocktails with meticulous precision—each pour enhancing the club’s immersive, after dark allure. Together, every dish and drink transforms each visit into an experience worth retelling.

Anker Innovations Unifies Its Brands Under a Single Name: Anker

2026-09-07T18:58:08.455+08:00

September 7, 2026

Anker introduces Anker MindBase, a local AI hub for the home, an expanded audio lineup featuring its proprietary THUS AI Chip, and new products across charging, home energy, robotics and more

Manila, Philippines. September 4, 2026: Almost 15 years after selling its first battery product,

Anker Innovations today announced that its five brands will be unified under a single name, Anker. The company also announced new products across charging, audio, home security, robotics and home energy.

Anker: A Unified Brand for the Next Era

Since its founding in 2011, Anker has grown from a charging company into a global consumer technology company serving more than 200 million customers in over 180 countries and regions. Along the way it built dedicated brands to move faster in distinct categories: Anker for charging, eufy for the smart home, soundcore for audio and entertainment, SOLIX for energy and eufyMake for creative tools. Each built a strong following, and that success is what makes this step possible.

As AI, robotics, local computing and connected systems bring once-separate technologies closer together, the boundaries between those categories are disappearing. Anker is bringing its products and technologies together under one brand to match.

“Category brands made sense when categories were separate. They no longer are,” said

Steven Yang, Founder and CEO of Anker Innovations. “One brand, one promise – Anker Innovation, now unified across everything we make.”

Consolidation also concentrates the company’s brand investment. Anker has been building five brands at once, in every market and against every competitor. One brand puts that investment behind a single name.

Anker will present its products in two groups. Anker For You is the technology that moves through the day with you, covering charging, audio, personal health and creative tools. Anker for Home is the home that takes care of itself, covering home security, robotics and home energy.

The change will be gradual. New products lead the move to the Anker brand and existing products transition over time. Warranty coverage, customer support and service remain unchanged.

Anker For You: The Technology That Moves Through The Day With You

In May, Anker introduced its THUS AI chip, a Neural-Net Compute-in-Memory chip that runs AI processing on the device. Today it expands into a full line of new headphones and earbuds.

The Anker soundcore AeroClip 2 Pro brings the chip to an on-ear clip form factor with best-in-class call quality and adds AI Voice Recording, capturing meetings, phone calls and personal interactions, then transcribing and summarizing lengthy conversations into a succinct summary. The AeroClip 2 shares the same chip and the form factor.

The Space 2 Pro over-ear headphones bring the same best-in-class call quality using the THUS chip and built-in microphones and sensors, with 30 hours of battery life with ANC and 60 hours with ANC off, and plush earcups that keep them comfortable for all-day use.

The Liberty Buds 2 in-ear earbuds feature an 8-sensor array for crystal-clear calls, while 9.2 mm drivers deliver detailed audio for music and video.

Anker has become one of the world’s most popular sleep earbud lines, and today expands that lineup with new earbuds and first bedside speakers.

The Sleep 4 and Sleep 4 Pro built on earlier generations of sleep earbuds to block noise and help users fall asleep and stay asleep. The Sleep 4 Pro adds the world’s first Track-Assess-Adjustment system, monitoring PPG, heart rate and HRV while utilizing BioSyncTM data-driven dynamic audio to adjust audio content and help each user find their most effective sleep sounds. A charging case with touchscreen and wireless charging lets users set an alarm, play relaxing sounds and check insights without their phone.

The SleepLab and SleepLab Pro introduce the company’s first pair of sleep-focused bedside speakers. SleepLab plays music and sleep sounds with a soft nightlight and alarm to set the mood for sleep. The SleepLab Pro uses 60 GHz radar for precise sleep sensing, tracking heart rate and breathing, and analyzing the four stages of sleep, then plays tailored audio to help users fall asleep and stay asleep, with no earbuds, ring or monitor required.

Charging is where Anker started, and it introduced three products built around managing power rather than just delivering it.

The Anker MagGo Power Bank Pro 2 is the world’s fastest and coolest wireless powerbank, the first magnetic power bank with a built-in cooling fan, certified by SGS. With 25-watt Qi2.2 magnetic wireless charging, it takes an iPhone 17 Pro to 50% in 25 minutes and recharges itself to 80% in 52 minutes. A patented fan algorithm, dual air ducts and graphene heat-spreading keep it below 36 degrees Celsius (96.8F) throughout charging, and a smart display shows real-time power, temperature and time remaining.

The Anker MagStand Charging Station replaces three bedside chargers with one device, combining a 25-watt Max magnetic pad, a retractable cable and a hidden USB-C port. Qi2 25-watt charging with active cooling takes an iPhone 17 Pro to 50% in 22 minutes, while Care Mode paces overnight charging to finish around your alarm. The station displays real-time wattage, temperature and time to full, and adds app-connected personalized screensavers.

The Anker Desktop USB-C Hub is the industry's only dual-display high-refresh-rate hub, supporting up to 240Hz with an integrated 2-inch display showing real-time power, temperature and port status.

The Anker Nano Universal Charger replaces a bag of adapters with built-in international plugs for 200+ countries and regions, charging four devices at once with up to 100W per USB-C port.

Anker for Home: The Home That Takes Care of Itself

Anker introduced Anker MindBaseTM, a local AI hub and Anker’s answer to bringing the truly autonomous home to life. It connects the devices across a home, runs the AI that makes decisions locally and stores the household’s data locally, all in a single system. MindBase is built on three key capabilities: connection, local intelligence and memory.

EasyOmniTM Link connects Anker devices and Matter-compatible products from other brands into one home system, working alongside Apple HomeKit, Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, and Home Assistant.

TrueSmartTM Agent brings local intelligence to MindBase through dedicated AI agents designed for different areas of the home. These agents run on the built-in AI Core compute card. Examples include the Network-Attached Storage (NAS) Agent and Security Agent.

EverSafeTM Memory provides 48TB of expandable local storage, keeping family photos, recordings and other household data inside the home.

The first product powered by MindBase is the Anker MindBaseTM Security Kit. The upcoming Anker eufy TrackLightTM Cam S1 features an auto-tracking light and a 4K telephoto camera, helping the system track and respond to approaching people. The Video Doorbell S4 provides a 180-degree panoramic view, eliminating blind spots. In addition to a range of entry and motion sensors, Smart Security Shield uses advanced 180-degree dual radar to detect the movement of strangers, while DSKey technology allows Smart Security Shield to identify recognized friends and family from up to 30 meters away.

MindBase is designed to work with many existing Anker eufy security cameras and devices. For current HomeBase S380 users, existing footage can be transferred smoothly to the new MindBase hub.

The Anker MindBase Security Kit launches later this year, with pricing to be announced closer to availability. Anker eufy Security also introduced the NVR Security System E50, Video Doorbell S4, Window Camera E10 and Fall Detection Sensor.

Anker eufy announced the launch of a new robot vacuum model and unveiled a new advanced robot lawn mower.

The Anker eufy Robot Vacuum Omni E35 brings deep cleaning that translates to a healthier home. Built to baby-grade standards, it has earned a TÜV certification as a “Maternal and Infant Cleaning Robot” for bacterial elimination, low noise levels, cleaning performance and self-cleaning capabilities. The Omni E35 is equipped with the HydroJet 2.0 Self Cleaning Roller Mop and 35,000Pa long-lasting suction power to remove dust, dirt, mites and debris from deep within carpets.

A New Chapter for Anker in the Philippines

The ONE ANKER launch marks more than a change in branding. It represents the company’s vision for the next era of consumer technology, one where individual devices work more seamlessly together and technology becomes increasingly intelligent, connected and integrated into everyday life.

For the Philippines, Anker’s unified brand brings together the technologies Filipino consumers have come to know across charging, smart home security, audio, mom and baby under one name.

On September 22, 2026, Anker Philippines officially ushers in this news chapter, bringing ONE ANKER to life and unveiling what’s next for the brand in its growing ecosystem of innovations.

One brand. One ecosystem. One promise of innovation. Welcome to ONE ANKER.

For more information on soundcore’s latest products, promotions, and updates, follow soundcore Philippines on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok.

About Anker

Anker Innovations, known globally as Anker, is a consumer technology company founded in 2011 with a commitment to Ultimate Innovation. Its products span charging, power, audio and video, smart home, robotics, health and creative tools, serving more than 200 million customers across over 180 countries and regions. To learn more, visit Anker.com.

Discover, Dine, and Play: Cebu’s Growing Collection of Destination Attractions Captivates Travelers

2026-09-04T18:10:47.721+08:00

September 4, 2026

Discover fun and adventure at Cebu Fun Park, one of the featured attractions within the SM Seaside Complex that brings recreation and leisure together in one destination.

CEBU, Philippines, 12th August 2026 - Cebu continues to strengthen its reputation as one of the country's most dynamic travel destinations, offering visitors a diverse mix of attractions, experiences, and activities that go beyond its renowned beaches and heritage sites. As part of its SM for Cebu commitment, the most-loved SM malls in Cebu continue to bring together shopping, dining, entertainment, recreation, and leisure experiences, giving both locals and visitors a maxed-out experience and more ways to discover, dine, play, and make the most of their time in the province.

At SM City Cebu, visitors can experience a vibrant urban destination where shopping, dining, entertainment, and recreation come together in one convenient location. From leading fashion and lifestyle brands to the latest in technology, beauty, home, and everyday essentials, SM City Cebu curates one of the city's most comprehensive retail destinations, making it a preferred shopping hub for both locals and tourists. Food lovers can also explore the Food Hall, which brings together a diverse selection of dining concepts, offering everything from local favorites to international flavors in one vibrant culinary destination, while families and groups can enjoy friendly competition at the SM Bowling Center. For moviegoers, the Directors Club Cinema offers a premium viewing experience, while the first and only IMAX

Theatre in Cebu remains a premier entertainment destination, offering audiences an unparalleled cinematic experience with cutting-edge projection and sound technology for the biggest film releases. With its central location and broad range of offerings, SM City Cebu provides visitors with a convenient way to shop, dine, be entertained, and unwind while exploring the city.

In Mandaue City, SM J Mall offers a distinctly different lifestyle experience, combining Japanese-inspired design and contemporary leisure concepts with shopping, dining, wellness, and entertainment. Visitors can explore the mall's Japanese-inspired spaces and discover dining destinations such as the Izakaya Terrace and Food Hall, offering opportunities to enjoy meals and gather with family and friends. Beyond dining, SM J Mall brings together retail, beauty and wellness, technology, and active-lifestyle experiences, creating a destination suited for both relaxation and recreation. Moviegoers can also enjoy the premium

Directors Club Cinema, while the mall's curated spaces and lifestyle concepts provide visitors with a more experiential way to spend their day. Together, these offerings give SM J Mall a distinctive character within Cebu's growing collection of lifestyle destinations.

SM Skating offers an exhilarating ice-skating experience at SM Seaside City Cebu, giving visitors a space to glide, play, and enjoy memorable moments on the ice.

At SM Seaside City Cebu, visitors can explore an expansive mix of retail, dining, entertainment, and leisure offerings, including the SM Bowling Center, Ice Skating, and Directors Club Cinema. Beyond the mall, the surrounding SM Seaside Complex brings together Cebu Ocean Park, Cebu Fun Park, and Thirsty Pickle, offering marine discovery, family recreation, and active sports experiences. The destination is further expanding its events and entertainment offering with the SM Seaside Cebu Arena, which hosts major concerts, sporting events, and other large-scale activities, while the upcoming SMX Convention Center Seaside Cebu is set to further strengthen Cebu's capacity for conventions, exhibitions, meetings, and events.

From homegrown Cebuano specialties to globally inspired cuisine, SM Supermalls bring together diverse dining experiences that celebrate Cebu’s vibrant food culture.

Cebu's diverse dining scene adds another dimension to the visitor experience, from beloved Cebuano specialties to globally inspired cuisines. Across SM malls in Cebu, guests can discover local favorites, homegrown brands, and international restaurants, making every visit an opportunity to explore new flavors while experiencing the region's vibrant food culture. Whether enjoying the variety at the Food Hall of SM City Cebu, experiencing Japanese-inspired dining at SM J Mall, or exploring the wide range of restaurants at SM Seaside City Cebu, visitors can easily make food part of their Cebu experience.

Visitors enjoy an exciting game of pickleball at Thirsty Pickle, one of the featured lifestyle attractions within the SM Seaside Complex, offering active recreation for both beginners and experienced players.

The growing variety of attractions gives travelers more ways to spend their day, whether enjoying marine encounters and family activities, discovering new dining and lifestyle concepts, shopping, watching movies, bowling, playing pickleball, or attending concerts and major events. By bringing together diverse lifestyle, retail, dining, entertainment, and recreational experiences, these destinations contribute to Cebu's broader tourism landscape, creating more opportunities for longer visits, repeat trips, and engagement with local businesses. As Cebu's tourism landscape continues to evolve, its growing collection of attractions reinforces the province's position as one of the country's premier travel destinations, inviting visitors to discover, dine, and play while experiencing even more of what Cebu has to offer.

About SM Supermalls

SM Supermalls is one of Southeast Asia's largest mall developers and operators, with 90 malls in the Philippines and 9 in China. For generations, SM has grown alongside Filipino communities by creating destinations where people, businesses, and opportunities come together.

Through "My SM," SM continues to evolve with the changing lifestyles and needs of Filipino communities, reimagining the mall experience through thoughtfully designed spaces, better connectivity, innovative digital conveniences, and meaningful experiences that foster connection and strengthen communities.

My SM. Your Most Loved

New Tables to Try, New Corners to Discover at SM Supermalls in Mindanao

2026-09-04T17:59:43.089+08:00

September 4, 2026

Your saved list is about to get longer! 🙈

This month, SM Supermalls is bringing even more reasons to plan that next mall trip across Mindanao.

Think new cafés, fresh dining spots, and exciting brands making their debut! Here's a quick roundup of the latest openings you won't want to miss.

Let's get into the newest arrivals, shall we?

● DJI ARS (Authorized Retail Store)

Take your content creation to new heights at CDO’s first ever DJI ARS, now open at Level 3,

Cyberzone, at SM CDO Downtown. Explore DJI's latest lineup of drones, action cameras, handheld gimbals, and creative imaging gear, with expert guidance to help you find the right setup, whether you're a beginner, traveler, or seasoned creator.

● Zus Coffee

Coffee lovers in Davao have something new to look forward to as Zus Coffee is soon to open their first-ever Mindanao branch at SM City Davao this September! A new great spot for your daily caffeine fix, quick breaks, or catch-ups with friends. Drop by soon at SM City Davao and be among the first in Mindanao to experience Zus!

● Abba's Rest & Cafe

Need a place to slow down for a while? Abba's Rest & Cafe, soon to open at SM CDO Downtown,

offers a warm and welcoming space to enjoy comforting food, freshly prepared drinks, and meaningful conversations. Whether you're taking a break from shopping or meeting up with loved ones, it's a cozy stop worth adding to your list.

● Fat Chef Restaurant

Good food has a way of bringing everyone together, and Fat Chef Restaurant is all about generous servings and comforting flavors! Soon to open in SM CDO Downtown, it's a great spot for casual lunches, family dinners, and celebrations with friends over satisfying meals.

● Miniso Land

A whole new way to experience MINISO is soon to arrive in the Philippines! Miniso Land, soon to open at SM Lanang, marks its first-ever branch in the country. Beyond your favorite collectibles, plushies, beauty finds, and everyday essentials, the expanded concept offers immersive themed spaces and an even bigger selection of products, making every visit feel like an adventure for fans of all ages.

Every visit to the mall brings the possibility of discovering something you'll want to recommend to friends or return to with family. From new dining destinations to exciting lifestyle concepts, SM Supermalls

continues to create spaces where everyday moments become memorable experiences - and that’s why this is My SM. Check out these latest openings and see what's new at SM Supermalls.

Follow @smsupermalls on social media or visit www.smsupermalls.com for updates.

About SM Supermalls

SM Supermalls is one of Southeast Asia's largest mall developers and operators, with 90 malls in thePhilippines and 9 in China. For generations, SM has grown alongside Filipino communities by creatingdestinations where people, businesses, and opportunities come together.

Through "My SM", SM continues to evolve with the changing lifestyles and needs of Filipino communities, reimagining the mall experience through thoughtfully designed spaces, better connectivity, innovative digital conveniences, and meaningful experiences that foster connection and strengthen communities.

My SM. Your Most Loved Supermall.