"BABẠE KAMI" Forum Reclaims the 'Babaylan' Spirit for Filipina Trans Women Stories This Women's Month

Verde Creatives, under the leadership of Managing Director and veteran LGBTQIA+ advocate Ms. Bemz Benedito, is proud to announce the upcoming forum and film showing,"BABAE KAMI: Lakas, Laban, at Likha-A TalkBack featuring Filipina Trans Women Stories." The event will take place on March 26, 2026 (Thursday), from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM at the Dark Roast Coffee House, G/F TKC Square Bldg., Maginhawa, Quezon City. 

This initiative is a centerpiece of the 2026 National Women's Month celebration which carries the sub-theme "Lead like the Babaylans, Filipinas!". By centering the narratives of transpinays (Filipina trans women), the forum seeks to reclaim the ancestral role of the Babaylan-the pre-colonial spiritual and community leaders whose authority was defined by wisdom, empathy, and social mediation. 

KEMELEC Is In: Dogshow Divas Show How to Vote for Your Miss Universe Philippines 2026 Bets with Maya

Miss Universe Philippines has always delivered iconic moments—from pasarela turns to unforgettable Q&A answers. But this year, there’s a new twist: fans now have a real say in who takes the crown.

Maya, the #1 Digital Bank in the Philippines and Official Voting Partner of Miss Universe Philippines (MUPh) 2026, collaborates with Dogshow Divas’ Baus Rufo and Macoy Dubs to launch KEMELEC, a witty, pageant-meets-politics spin on how Filipinos can now take part in choosing the next queen.

The KEMELEC introduces Baus and Macoy as the official Kemessioners—your go-to authorities for MUPh updates and voting paandar—guiding fans on how to turn their support into actual votes

nubia Introduces the NEO 5 Series, Bringing High-End Gaming Performance Within Reach

Mobile gaming has evolved into something faster, more competitive, and more demanding — where performance can make all the difference. Stepping into this space, the nubia NEO 5 Series is designed to keep up, built for a new generation that expects speed, control, and reliability in every moment.

Anchored on the campaign “Born To Win,” the nubia NEO 5 Series reflects a shift in how smartphones are designed, prioritizing performance, control, and endurance for real-world gaming and everyday use.

Built on engineering inspired by REDMAGIC Lab, nubia integrates gaming technologies typically found in premium devices into the NEO 5 Series. This approach brings high-end performance and gaming-focused features to more users, making them accessible without the premium price point.

"Super Mario Galaxy" comes to life at SM Megamall

Catch the much-awaited movie and meet Mario this April

Prepare for a maxed out interstellar journey this summer as SM Cinema, SM Megamall, and Toy Kingdom invite fans to step into a vibrant, cinematic world with the “Super Mario Galaxy” Exhibit from April 1 to April 12 at SM Megamall’s Mega Fashion Hall, your most loved mall.

The immersive activation transforms the Ground Level of the Mega Fashion Hall into a stunning cosmic space inspired by the “Super Mario Galaxy” movie featuring a glowing entrance arch, a Boat Photo spot where fans can pose alongside Toad and Princess Peach, and vibrant character banner displays.

YouTube Works Awards Southeast Asia 2026 submissions now open

Google officially announces the launch of the 2026 edition of the YouTube Works Awards Southeast Asia (SEA), in - collaboration with professional services organization Deloitte, celebrating the most effective and creative advertising campaigns on YouTube that also drive the region’s digital economy. 

This Awards will put a spotlight on how brands, agencies and businesses leverage YouTube to deliver real business results, drive ROI, and shape the future of video. 

LOOK: A Sneak Peek at HONOR’s Game-Changing Robot Phone

Is the future of smartphones arriving in the Philippines sooner than we think?

Stephen Cheng gets hands-on with the much-hyped HONOR Robot Phone at Mobile World Congress.

Following the recently concluded Mobile World Congress 2026, HONOR Philippines Vice President Stephen Cheng gets his hands on one of today’s most talked-about devices—the HONOR Robot Phone—featuring a built-in gimbal camera engineered for ultra-stable, professional-grade photography and videography.

The Robot Phone blends robotics with smartphone tech in a way that feels seamless and easy to use, giving a glimpse of how HONOR sees the future of smart devices—more intuitive, more interactive, and built around real human needs.

Enduring Tongues Expands Indigenous Language Learning Access to Over 7,000 Community Members in Aklan

NCIP-partnered initiative deploys children’s learning materials to support early-stage language retention across ethnolinguistic communities. 

Children’s Book Deployment in Aklan. [L-R] Godfrey Concepcion, Enduring Tongues Development Officer; Kristie Ann Blasa, NCIP Health Officer Midwife II; Atty. Princess May Alcarde-Oral, NCIP Regional Director; Maddigan Sy, Enduring Tongues Founder; Atty. Lowella Alo-Andalajao, NCIP Regional Legal Officer; Kristine Shiela Mae Bundal, NCIP Development Management Officer II

Efforts to safeguard the Philippines’ linguistic heritage are gaining momentum through Enduring Tongues, a community-based initiative focused on early childhood education. In partnership with the National Commission on Indigenous Peoples (NICP), the program has developed children’s picture books for 16 communities in Aklan, benefitting more than 7,000 members across distinct ethnolinguistic groups. 

Watch “The Sarcophagus” clip from “LEE CRONIN’S THE MUMMY,” from the director of “EVIL DEAD RISE”

“Lee Cronin’s The Mummy” hits cinemas APRIL 15

What was Katie doing in a 3,000 year old sarcophagus? 

In “Lee Cronin’s The Mummy,” the young daughter of a journalist disappears into the desert without a trace. Eight years later, the broken family is shocked when she is returned to them, as what should be a joyful reunion turns into a living nightmare. 

Hot off the record-setting resurrection of “Evil Dead Rise,” writer/director Lee Cronin turns to one of the most iconic horror stories of all time with an audacious and twisted retelling. “Lee Cronin’s The Mummy” is produced by James Wan, Jason Blum and John Keville, and stars Jack Reynor, Laia Costa, May Calamawy, Natalie Grace, with Veronica Falcón. It opens only in cinemas April 15.

Beyond Redness Relief: Cetaphil Encourages Proactive

Sensitive Skin Protection With Soothing & Comforting Line

For many people, skincare only becomes a priority when the skin starts to react. Redness appears. Irritation flares up. The skin barrier isn’t functioning as it should. By then, routines shift into problem-solving mode: focused on calming symptoms rather than preventing them.

Cetaphil, the #1 dermatologist-recommended brand for sensitive skin, wants to change this behavior.

Henry Cavill and Jake Gyllenhaal Lead ‘In The Grey’ as CreaZion Studios International Brings Film to PH Cinemas May 13

CreaZion Studios International, the global distribution arm of CreaZion Studios Inc., continues to strengthen its presence across Southeast Asia as it brings the explosive action-thriller In The Grey to Philippine cinemas starting May 13 nationwide. 

Toplined by Henry Cavill and Jake Gyllenhaal, and directed by acclaimed filmmaker Guy Ritchie, In The Grey delivers a signature mix of high-stakes action, sharp humor, and stylish storytelling. The film follows rogue operatives Sid and Bronco—“good” bad guys tasked with stealing back billions from a ruthless despot, only to find themselves in a spiraling war of deception, chaos, and survival. 

With its fast-paced narrative, swagger-driven characters, and kinetic energy, ‘In The Grey’ reinforces CreaZion Studios’ commitment to bringing bold, globally competitive storytelling to Filipino audiences.