How Mapúa graduate education redefines professional success in today’s competitive job market

In today’s landscape, graduate education is far from being a luxury. Amid growing demands for specialized skills, a graduate degree from a globally competitive university is an essential credential for career advancement, leadership development, and global competitiveness.

According to the World Economic Forum’s Future of Jobs 2025 report, workers can expect that two-fifths (39%) of their existing skill sets will be transformed or become outdated over the 2025-2030 period. Given the evolving skill demands, the scale of workforce upskilling and reskilling expected is significant. In addition, a 2024 study by Philippine Institute for Development Studies (PIDS) notes that the Philippines is dealing with the persistent challenge of skills mismatch in the workforce that hampers economic growth.

Sine Sindak 6 Now Showing At All Sm Cinemas

Get ready for the ultimate scare!

Sine Sindak, SM Cinema’s horror film festival, is back to send chills down your spine from October 29 to November 4 at all SM Cinema branches nationwide.

Now on its sixth year, Sine Sindak 6 features six spine-tingling films guaranteed to keep audiences on the edge of their seats: 1978, Hidden in the Dark, Near Death, No Tears in Hell, Push, and The Fetus.

Catch these terrifying titles for only ₱150 per movie or go all-in with an all-day pass for just ₱300—perfect for fearless movie fans looking to experience nonstop screams and thrills.

But the horror doesn’t end on the big screen. Step into the Sine Sindak Horror House, a chilling experience available for free with every Sine Sindak ticket. This special attraction is open exclusively at SM Cinema Mall of Asia, SM Megamall, and SM North EDSA.

Face your fears and survive the ultimate horror marathon. For more details, follow @SMCinema on social media.

Security Bank launches BetterBanking Rewards with “Ready. Set. Redeem!” event and mall takeover at Shangri-La Plaza

Security Bank launched its flagship credit card rewards platform, BetterBanking Rewards, at the “Ready. Set. Redeem!” event at Shangri-La Plaza on October 27, 2025. Television personality, model, and vlogger Wil Dasovich joined the event to demonstrate how easy it is to redeem points via BetterBanking Rewards. Also pictured are host Mark Wei and Elixir Javier.

Security Bank unveiled its BetterBanking Rewards platform at the “Ready. Set. Redeem!” launch event and mall takeover at Shangri-La Plaza in Mandaluyong City on October 27, 2025. The interactive event showcased the Bank’s latest innovation designed to make earning and redeeming rewards easier, faster, and more meaningful for its credit cardholders.

Netflix Gives Fans First Looks At Season 2 Locations

Netflix revealed first looks at the new locations for ONE PIECE: Into The Grand Line. The much-anticipated second season will journey through Loguetown, Reverse Mountain, Laboon, Whiskey Peak, Little Garden, and Drum Island. The series stars Iñaki Godoy, Mackenyu, Taz Skylar, Emily Rudd, and Jacob Romero.

Netflix’s epic high-seas pirate adventure, ONE PIECE, returns for Season 2— unleashing fiercer adversaries and the most perilous quests yet. Luffy and the Straw Hats set sail for the extraordinary Grand Line—a legendary stretch of sea where danger and wonder await at every turn. As they journey through this unpredictable realm in search of the world’s greatest treasure, they’ll encounter bizarre islands and a host of formidable new enemies. ONE PIECE is a live-action pirate adventure created in partnership with Shueisha and produced by Tomorrow Studios (an ITV Studios partner) and Netflix.

ONE PIECE: Into The Grand Line Sets Sail in 2026.

Christmas Comes Home to Los Angeles with Pasko sa Baryo — A Filipino Christmas Celebration by ABS-CBN Global and Baryo Entertainment

Iconic Filipino artists, festive flavors, and the warmth of home come alive in Downtown LA.

The sights, sounds, and spirit of a true Filipino Christmas are coming to Downtown Los Angeles with Pasko sa Baryo, a grand holiday celebration presented by ABS-CBN Global, TFC, MYX, and Baryo Ent.

Taking place Sunday, November 16, 2025, from 1:30 PM to 9:00 PM at 9ThirtyLA (930 Mateo Street, Arts District, Los Angeles), this all-day indoor-outdoor festival marks the first-ever Pasko sa Baryo event—bringing the magic of a Filipino Christmas village to the heart of LA.

GMA Stars Lianne Valentin and Sean Lucas Celebrate HONOR X7d’s Nationwide Availability with Store Launches in SM City La Union and Olongapo

Kapuso Stars test new All-Angle Water-Resistant HONOR X7d, lead HONOR Experience Store Openings

Leading global AI smart devices provider HONOR Philippines continues to expand its retail footprint with the grand opening of its newest HONOR Experience Stores in SM City La Union and SM City Olongapo, perfectly timed with the nationwide availability of its newest All-Angle Water-Resistant smartphone — the HONOR X7d. 

Adding star power to the celebrations were GMA Kapuso celebrities Lianne Valentin and Sean Lucas, who joined HONOR Executives, partner dealers from Fonerange and PCC Zone, and SM Mall Management to mark this exciting milestone for the brand. 

TCL Super Drum C682: Smart Laundry, Supreme Results

Your laundry routine is about to get easier, smarter, and faster with the arrival of the TCL Super Drum C682. TCL, the Philippines' No. 1 Panel TV brand and a global leader in TV and air conditioner sales, is excited to introduce this newest innovation. It’s engineered to do more in one go, giving you back your time and making laundry less of a chore.

Designed as the smartest and healthiest laundry solution available, the TCL Super Drum C682 integrates innovation into a reliable machine. This powerhouse features an extra-large drum to easily handle massive loads. Intelligent functions like automatic stain removal and precise dosing protect your fabrics while ensuring maximum cleanliness. For total convenience, smart features like WiFi control and steam cleaning work with advanced sensors to guarantee a cleaner, fresher, and healthier wash every time.

Korea Tourism Organization Showcases Busan’s Family-Friendly Attractions in an Autumn Familiarization Tour with Honorary Ambassador for Korea Family Tourism Melai Cantiveros-Francisco

From October 15 to 19, 2025, the Korea Tourism Organization (KTO) successfully hosted the “Family Fun in Korea” Autumn Familiarization Tour, spotlighting Busan’s vibrant and family-friendly tourism offerings. Led by Honorary Ambassador for Korea Family Tourism in the Philippines, Melai Cantiveros-Francisco, the tour brought together her family for a dynamic itinerary designed to inspire Filipino families to explore Korea’s coastal charm.

The tour kicked off with a cultural immersion in Gyeongju, a city currently preparing to host the prestigious APEC 2025 Summit Meetings. This brief stop underscored Korea’s blend of historical significance and modern global engagement.

He’s about to break every rule he’s ever lived by. Watch the trailer for “Crime 101,” starring Chris Hemsworth, Mark Ruffalo, Barry Keoghan, and Halle Berry

In PH cinemas soon

The stakes have never been higher in  “Crime 101,” a stylish thriller directed by Bart Layton. Based on the novella of the same name by Don Winslow, the story revolves around master thief Davis (Chris Hemsworth) planning the biggest heist of his career. As his plans force him on the path of collaborating with insurance executive Sharon (Halle Berry), and rival thief Orman (Barry Keoghan), detective Lt. Lubesnik (Mark Ruffalo) and his investigation on Davis closes in on the operation. The clock is ticking and everything is up in the air as the line between hunter and hunted starts to blur.

REVIEW: No Other Choice (어쩔수가없다) - Who Will Make The Chop?

This black comedy thriller film starring Lee Byung-hun directed by Park Chan-wook is South Korea’s entry for Best International Feature Film for the 98th Academy Awards and brings an interesting vibe as an adaptation of the novel “The Axe” by Donald Westlake. 

It deals with competition for a job which drives one to do the extremes to secure the spot. And it seems that the perks of the position does motivate Man-soo (Byung-hun) to get creative in eliminating the competition. This adaptation does work well with the current working culture and changes which is also attached with the lifestyle they dream of and how they cling to it very deeply.