MUSIC LYF: Sheyee is The First Winner of Spotify Emerge in the Philippines!

After months of competition between the best upcoming OPM stars, Spotify and Globe have finally revealed the first winner of Spotify Emerge.  And it was a close fight between the two top artists, Sheyee and Marion. And who emerged vistorious?

Shehyee emerged as the ultimate winner of the talent hunt, besting other nine up-and-coming OPM artists including December Avenue, Jeric Medina, Kai Honasan, Kito Romualdez, Marion Aunor, Midnight Meetings, Paolo Valenciano, Save Me Hollywood, and The Ransom Collective. He joins the ranks of previous Spotify Emerge winners, including Bastille and Macklemore & Ryan Lewis.

3 Questions for 3 "Magic Mike XXL" Hunks

Joining Channing Tatum in Warner Bros. Pictures' “Magic Mike XXL” are his bros Matt Bomer, Joe Manganiello and Adam Rodriguez who dish out interesting details and insights about the making of the film in the following interview.

Question: This film looks like it was so much fun to shoot. Can each of you share an anecdote or moment that was particularly memorable for you?

Ladies in Levi’s

In its continuous bid to provide the perfect denim pants for people of all ages, Levi’s Philippines is launching its newest women’s denim collection on July 31 at the Valkyrie Nightclub. In line with the event, the global brand is looking for ladies who represent the best of Asian women.

The search, titled “Cast Me Levi’s,” aims to find talented and accomplished women who have been loyal Levi’s lovers through the years.

If you aspire to be a Lady in Levi’s, all you have to do is share your most memorable story about your best-loved pair of Levi’s jeans and get a chance to walk the runway wearing the brand’s newest collection.With the brand’s commitment to continuous innovation while boasting the quality it has always been known for, Levi’s created a perfectly tailored and trendy new collection that keeps up with the lifestyles of modern women.

HERO4 Session Packs A Big Punch!

50% Smaller and 40% Lighter – HERO4 Session Combines Ultra-Compact Waterproof Design with Easy One-Button Control for Simple Yet Powerful Life-Capture Solution

Just when you thought it couldn’t get any better, the GoPro HERO4 family just got even better with the all-new HERO4 Session! The smallest GoPro action cam yet, the HERO4 Session benefits from a durable waterproof design that eliminates the need for a separate housing and features simple one-button control to make capturing immersive photos and video quicker and more convenient than ever before. The HERO4 Session is compatible with existing GoPro mounts and will retail for Php 20,990 at authorized GoPro retailers beginning July 12, 2015.

"Mission: Impossible - Rogue Nation" Shares Character Banners‏

The castmembers of the fifth installment of Paramount Pictures' “Mission: Impossible” go rogue as the studio uncovers the film's character banners. Getting their own individual artworks are Tom Cruise, Jeremy Renner, Simon Pegg, Alec Baldwin, Ving Rhames and Rebecca Ferguson.

Co-written and directed by Christopher McQuarrie (“Jack Reacher”), “Mission: Impossible – Rogue Nation” finds Tom Cruise and his Impossible Mission Force pals attempting to take down The Syndicate, a worldwide criminal organization described as the “anti-IMF”.

Cruise is reprising the iconic role of Ethan Hunt, who was first introduced to moviegoers in 1996. Returning to the franchise are Simon Pegg as Benji, Jeremy Renner as Brandt and Ving Rhames as Luther. Joining the cast are Alec Baldwin and Rebecca Ferguson (TV's “The White Queen”).

Justice Has a Bad Side in First Trailer of "Suicide Squad"‏

The first-look trailer of Warner Bros. Pictures' “Suicide Squad” that was shown to the Comic Con crowd a few days has now been officially released wide by the studio, and may be viewed here at https://youtu.be/dXq7oeYicBk.

The new action adventure “Suicide Squad” brings DC Comics’ super villain team to the big screen under the direction of David Ayer (“Fury”), who also wrote the screenplay.

Fil-Aussie Justine Joy Launches Album FLY AWAY

Filipino artistry know no boundaries, and for Filipino-Australian Justine Joy, she is very proud of her heritage and decided to launch her album here to be part of the very competitive music industry. Her first independently-produced album "Fly Away" shows her determination as well as talent worthy to bring entertainment and music to all.

Justine Joy is more than just a morena beauty, she is also a flight attendant as her day job and crafting her talents in singing in dancing with the help of family and friends in Australia. With the new album, she also launched her music video which has that catchy vibe and energy, perfect for party nights.

The Album includes 5 tracks: "Tonight", "All About You", "Money", "Don't Say Goodbye", and a Filipino original song "Hulog Ka Ng Langit". The five track comes in different tunes to show her versatility as an artist and entertainer. We will have a review of this in our Listening Room!

"The Gallows" Female Lead a Scream Queen In-The-Making‏

Promising new actress Pfeifer Brown makes her feature film debut – and as the female lead no less – in New Line Cinema's creepy horror thriller “The Gallows.”

In the film, twenty years after an accident caused the death of the lead actor during a high school play, students at the same small town school resurrect the failed stage production in a misguided attempt to honor the anniversary of the tragedy—but ultimately find out that some things are better left alone.

DepEd Statement on Make-up classes

In light of the recent class suspensions due to Typhoons Egay and Falcon, the Department of Education (DepEd) would like to reiterate DepEd Order no. 9, s. 2015 which states the protocols on the make-up classes stating, “Make-up classes can therefore be conducted to compensate for the school days spent for activities deemed beneficial to the learning-teaching process. Likewise, make-up classes are recommended in lieu of no-school days due to occurrence of natural and man-made calamities. A mechanism for having make-up classes must be agreed upon by school administrators and parents. In this regard, the regional office may issue a regional school calendar to reflect their respective concerns.

Xilaimen Seafood Restaurant Open Its Doors

Xilaimen Seafood Restaurant is one of the newest Chinese restaurants located in one of the busiest malls in the metro. Serving authentic seafood and Chinese cuisine to people looking for something other than the usual fast food dishes. With their line of dishes to savor, food enthusiasts will definitely go hungry for more.

Last June 19, 2015 was a very significant day for Xilaimen Seafood Restaurant, as it opened its door to people hungry for authentic and flavorful Chinese dishes. This gives food lovers, enthusiasts, and certified foodies more opportunity to enjoy great food in a Chinese fine dining experience.

According to Ms. Andrea Joyce Ng-Wen, “Xilaimen means happiness in Chinese and this is what we want for the customers to experience whenever they dine in at our restaurant.” “An ambiance of joy as they enter the restaurant,” added by Ms. Wen. Not only with the restaurant but with the food that is served as well. By doing so, it makes the food experience more fun and enjoyable, more enticing for everyone to go back and have an exquisite dining experience.