Father’s Day Advice from these Digital Dads

News flash: The generation that grew up on the buzzing sounds of dial-up internet is now officially grown up and running the world. In fact, not a few of them are already full-fledged fathers. So we threw a couple of these digital dads a fun, hypothetical question: If they could go a few years back in time (back when 3G was new and their own fathers weren’t yet on Facebook), what advice would they give to themselves on how to survive being a father?

Opt to be active with your dad this Father’s Day

Nestlé Health Science encourages dads to live a full and healthy life

Our dads will always hold a special place in our hearts. He is the superhero who fought the bad guys so we could sleep at night, the coach who patiently taught us how to fly a kite and ride a bike, and the best friend who always made us feel special even after a long day at work.

It’s wistful to think that our dads are slowly approaching their twilight years. As adults, we are often so immersed with our own lives that we overlook the fact that our once strong and active dads are ageing. It is now our turn to take care of our fathers and assess if their health and nutrients are still optimized.

Keeping up with grandkids

Every dad dreams of seeing his children have kids of their own. They long for the day when they could give their grandkids piggyback rides, take them to the park, and teach them the things they taught their sons and daughters when they were young.

Time for a Little Madness in "Alice Through the Looking Glass"‏

In Disney’s “Alice Through the Looking Glass,” an all-new spectacular adventure featuring the unforgettable characters from Lewis Carroll’s beloved stories, Alice returns to the whimsical world of Underland and travels back in time to save the Mad Hatter.

Directed by James Bobin, who brings his own unique vision to the spectacular world Tim Burton created on screen with “Alice in Wonderland,” the film is written by Linda Woolverton based on characters created by Lewis Carroll. The producers are Joe Roth, Suzanne Todd and Jennifer Todd and Tim Burton. John G. Scotti serves as executive producer.

In Philippine cinemas July 06, “Alice Through the Looking Glass” reunites the cast from the 2010 worldwide blockbuster phenomenon, including Johnny Depp, Anne Hathaway, Mia Wasikowska, Matt Lucas and Helena Bonham Carter and introduces new characters played by Rhys Ifans and Sacha Baron Cohen. Also back are the talented voices of Alan Rickman, Stephen Fry, Michael Sheen, Timothy Spall, Barbara Windsor and Paul Whitehouse, who are joined by Matt Vogel.

Let Avida and Kubular Inspire Your Home Furnishing


Living in the city can sometimes be boring with the routines and urban woes which we have been living and made it stressful as well. But it should not be always like that, I believe that it can be fun and one can find his or herself a sanctuary by adding a new flare to our homes.

Real estate Avida Land and furniture maker Kubular recently unveiled  “Art in Space,” a two-week exhibit featuring the aesthetics of creative interiors. This is the first collaboration between Avida, proponent of sensible and inspired living, and Kubular, the furniture design firm from the brains behind graphic design-based apparel brand Team Manila.

In the exhibit, the Avida showroom in Glorietta 4 features never-before-seen pieces from Kubular’s newest collection. Four setups were revealed at the opening event: the living room, the entertainment center, the DJ booth and the display area.

Maui Tries to Impress "Moana" in Teaser Trailer of New Disney Adventure‏

The teaser trailer for Disney's new animated adventure “Moana” has been released and may be viewed at http://youtu.be/C6PbWhWGUrY.

“Moana” sails into Philippine theaters on Nov. 30, 2016. 

Three thousand years ago, the greatest sailors in the world voyaged across the vast South Pacific, discovering the many islands of Oceania. But then, for a millennium, their voyages stopped – and no one today knows why.

Full-Throttle Defense Against Aliens In “INDEPENDENCE DAY: RESURGENCE” On June 22

After “Independence Day” redefined the event movie genre and became a worldwide hit, its follow-up epic chapter, “Independence Day: Resurgence” delivers a new global spectacle on an unimaginable scale.  The most anticipated event movie of the year “Independence Day: Resurgence” stars Liam Hemsworth, Jeff Goldblum, Maika Monroe, Bill Pullman, Jessie Usher and Sela Ward directed by Roland Emmerich.   

Over 1M students enrolled in Senior HS

At past 11am today (June 17), the Department of Education (DepEd) breached the 1 million mark reporting that 1,009,139 Grade 11 learners are now enrolled in Senior High Schools (SHS) nationwide. DepEd is expecting numbers to rise further since as of June 17, DepEd records show that over 1,600 schools are yet to submit and report their SHS enrollment data to DepEd.  

"Napatunayan ng Pilipino na handa tayo sa pagbabago. Nakatawid na tayo sa liwanag. Kaya naman pala ng Pinoy kung ating pagtutulungan," Education Secretary Br. Armin Luistro FSC said.

Of the over 1M learners, around 691,000 SHS students are enrolled in public schools (DepEd-funded schools and public universities and colleges) and more than 317,000 are in private schools.

DepEd's real time Learner Information System revealed that some 610,000 chose to take the Academic track; over 394,000 Technical-Vocational-Livelihood track; 2,728 are in Arts and Design track, and 1,537 in Sports track.

Meet Hank, Dory's Grumpy New Friend in "Finding Dory"

In Disney-Pixar's “Finding Dory” (opening June 16th in the Philippines), Dory, Marlin and Nemo embark on a new adventure—this time to the California coastline—on an uncertain search for the family Dory thinks she left behind. Their journey leads them to the Marine Life Institute (MLI), where they meet a diverse array of sea creatures.

In the journey to the MLI, Dory finds herself separated from Marlin and Nemo, and must rely on her own intuition—as well as a host of colorful characters, appealing to each of them to help her on her quest. Foremost of them is Hank, a disgruntled octopus voiced by “Modern Family's” Ed O’Neill, who was tapped to bring Dory’s chief wingman to life. “He doesn't like anybody and just wants to be left alone,” O'Neill shares.

Tom Hanks, Ron Howard at "Inferno" Red Carpet Event in Singapore‏

Hollywood legends Tom Hanks and director Ron Howard led the red carpet event for Columbia Pictures & IMAGINE Entertainment's new action-thriller “Inferno” in Singapore June 14, taking the film's promo tour to Asia. Joining them is acclaimed Indian actor Irrfan Khan who also stars in the film.

Watch the video of the red carpet event here at http://youtu.be/-Z-hRmop1fY.

“Inferno” is the third film in the studio's Robert Langdon series (including “The Da Vinci Code” and “Angels & Demons”), which has taken in more than $1.2 billion worldwide to date.

Celebrate Father’s Day with Pizza Hut

Treat your family’s main man with the love and indulgence he deserves as Pizza Hut, the country’s well-loved pizza brand, offers special Father’s Day meals that the whole family can enjoy at big savings!

Simply dine in at the nearest Pizza Hut restaurant and treat him to the Father’s Day Hut Feast, featuring two Family Pizzas (Bacon Cheesburger and Hawaiian), a family platter of Spaghetti Bolognese and a pitcher of drink for only P699. This offer is available until June 19, 2016.

Or have a big Father’s Day blowout at home with Pizza Hut’s Big Daddy’s Blowout Pizza, available for delivery and take-out up until June 30, 2016. Available in a combination of two great flavors – Hawaiian Supreme and Sausage, Bacon with Pepperoni – arranged on an 18” Hand-Stretched Pizza for just P499 a la carte, with no delivery charge! Complete the blowout celebration with popular Pizza Hut add-ons for just P99. You can choose from two single pastas, a 4-piece Wing Street, a family sized Slinger, a 2-piece fried chicken with rice, or a 50% discount on your favorite Pepsi or Mountain Dew drinks.