Manulife Launches Impact Forests, a Global Forest Restoration Initiative, Powered by veritree’s Smart Forest Technology

Manulife Impact Forest in British Columbia, where new trees are being planted to restore burnt areas. The Nicola Watershed suffered extensive wildfire damage, affecting over 25,000 hectares of forest.

Manulife is the first corporate partner to implement veritree’s Smart Forest technology in sites across the globe

veritree’s technology will be brought to Asia for the first time in Manulife Impact Forest sites in Japan and the Philippines 

To date, Manulife Impact Forests have restored 160 hectares of land—an area roughly equivalent to 8,161 tennis courts

“The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring” Extended Edition is back for one more week at SM Cinema

Middle-earth returns bigger, longer, and louder as The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring – Extended Edition comes BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND at SM Cinema.

Relive every extra moment, every deeper bond, every legendary step of the journey across participating SM Cinema branches nationwide.

📅 In cinemas January 30 – February 1 only

Participating cinemas: SM Aura, SM City Bacoor, SM CDO Downtown, SM City Cebu, SM City Dasmarinas, SM City East Ortigas, SM City Fairview, SM City Lanang, SM Mall of Asia, SM City Marikina, SM Megamall, SM North EDSA, SM City Pampanga, SM Seaside City Cebu, and SM Southmall

HONOR X9d 5G Now Available via Globe Postpaid Plans starting at G-Plan Plus 999!

HONOR X9d 5G is even more accessible now with Globe Postpaid Plans 

Leading global AI smart devices provider HONOR Philippines has just launched the HONOR X9d 5G and is now confirmed to be available in Globe stores via Globe Postpaid Plans starting with G-Plan Plus 999. The plan comes with 20GB of data, unlimited all-net calls and texts, exclusive perks, and a FREE Jisulife Handheld Fan 5. 

“HONOR X9d 5G has outperformed all our products so far, and we want to make it even more accessible to everyone. By making it available through Globe Postpaid Plans, we aim to offer more options to our HONOR fans. With a monthly device bill as low as Php 571 and plans starting at just G-Plan Plus 999, it’s truly a great deal,” said HONOR Philippines Vice President Stephen Cheng. 

Witness a poignant exploration of love and loss

Ayala Malls Cinemas Exclusively Premieres ‘The Thing with Feathers’

Opens January 28 

Ayala Malls Cinemas continues to bring emotionally daring curated films that touch the audiences deeply. Before January ends, Ayala Malls Cinemas exclusively premieres “The Thing With Feathers,” starring Benedict Cumberbatch, a film that explores the memories and the present, resilience of the human heart and spirit, and horror of grief.

Adding this to its exclusive roster, Ayala Malls Cinemas goes beyond mainstream entertainment to give a premium experience with high-quality stories for viewers who seek depth, enjoyment, and a cinematic experience only at Ayala Malls Cinemas.

Stay Cool and Spend Less with TCL ACs Powered by T-AI Technology

With summer just a few months away, staying cool at home can feel like a challenge, especially when the thought of soaring electricity bills looms over. For many households, the fear of high energy costs makes running an air conditioner a stressful choice rather than a comfortable one. TCL, the Triple Global Top 1 TV Brand and the world leader in AC sales, is addressing this concern. By combining intelligent technology, energy efficiency, and modern convenience, TCL’s latest air conditioner lineup helps households beat the heat without breaking the budget.

TCL’s FreshIN 3.0, VoxIN, and BreezeIN+ air conditioners are powered by T-AI Energy Saving Technology. This results in perfectly balanced cooling while reducing electricity consumption, turning air conditioning into a smart, efficient, and lifestyle-driven choice.

Wells The One: Convenient Daily Hydration for Filipino Homes

Premium Korean water purifier brings convenience and peace of mind to Filipino homes

A new year often brings fresh perspectives. For Filipino families, it's the perfect time to consider upgrades that improve daily life. Wells Philippines’ award-winning flagship model, The One, brings 23 years of Korean engineering expertise to Filipino households, delivering a smart addition that can simplify routines for the year ahead. 

Rhodesian Sales Corporation Appoints Digital Influencers Kister Morata and Sharmaine Rodriguez as Newest Brand Ambassadors

Rhodesian Sales Corporation, a premier wholesale leader in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and nondurable goods, is proud to announce the addition of celebrated Filipino digital creators Kister Morata and Sharmaine Rodriguez to its elite roster of brand ambassadors.

Through this strategic partnership, Kister and Sharmaine will serve as the new faces for Rhodesian’s diverse product portfolio, including Tai Chi Rub&VCO Liniments, Kuchi Pearl, Foamee, Kuchi Kuchi, Doggie's Choice, Moringa Vita, Guyasteen, Oilganics, and Hailey's Underarm and Foot Powder. These trusted brands are widely available at major retailers such as Watsons and Mercury Drug, as well as leading online platforms.

Chris Pratt and Kali Reis receive a warm welcome from fans in the Mexico premiere of “Mercy”

Coming in PH cinemas on Jan 28

Chris Pratt takes a selfie with fans at the premiere of Mercy, localised to Sin Piedad, on January 17 at the Cinépolis Mitikah in Mexico City, MX 

Actor Chris Pratt received a warm welcome from his fans in Mexico City as he made an appearance at the red carpet premiere of his latest film, Mercy (localised as Sin Piedad), last January 17. He was joined by director Timur Bekmambetov, and co-star Kali Reis. The trio greeted the crowd, and took time to pose for selfies and interact with fans.

Twinbill Show Kislap At Fuego And Children Of The Algo Returns At The PETA Theater Center

After their debut at PETA Control + Shift: Changing Narratives in 2024 and 2025, the bold experimental works “Kislap at Fuego” and “Children of the Algo” are officially making their return to the stage from January 27 to February 7, 2026, at the PETA Theater Center. Moving from the experimental fringes to the spotlight, these two productions will headline the Philippine Educational Theater Association’s (PETA) Main Theater Season as a highly anticipated twinbill performance.

Originally born in 2024 as raw pieces for the Control + Shift LIVE shows, both works evolved into fan favorites. Their success led to a featured showcase at the Control + Shift: Changing Narratives Festival 2025, where they cemented their reputation for challenging the status quo.

Now in its third installment and welcoming broader audiences from educational institutions and the public alike, this compelling double feature bridges historic mysticism with contemporary digital realities. 

Building Ben: Filmmakers talk about using practical effects to bring Ben the chimpanzee to life in “PRIMATE,” now showing only in cinemas

In the new horror movie Primate, filmmakers used practical effects to create Ben the chimpanzee, who was brought to life by actor and movement specialist Miguel Torres Umba.

Filmmaker Johannes Roberts has built a reputation as a master of mayhem in films where killer sharks, zombies, demons, and slashers threaten the innocent and the guilty alike. His latest movie, Primate, promises to be the most shocking, bone-chilling tale he has told thus far, as a group of teens are terrorized when their pet chimp suddenly turns on them. Amping up the visceral terror with old-school, in-camera special effects and jaw-dropping surprises, Roberts is taking horror to new and ever-bloodier heights.