OPPO F3 dominates 15k-20k price range with 48.5% share

GFK May 2017 shows strong OPPO F3 sales and retains No.2 smartphone ranking in PH

OPPO Philippines recently launched the mid-range smartphone OPPO F3 with its unique dual-selfie camera feature, sleek body and attractive package. In the latest GFK Philippines May 2017 report, it shows that OPPO F3 emerges as the No.1 smartphone for the price band of Php15,000 to Php20,000 smartphones, with a dominating 48.5% market share.

I Still Have Finance Faith In Banks

As the economy progresses, more people are saving and investing their hard-earned money in banks. However, a lot has happened in the past few weeks that involved banks and their operations. It was alarming for the banks as well as the clients which caused major concerns and doubt with these institutions.

Another incident that happened recently is when a UnionBank employee was arrested for allegedly stealing P17 million from a UnionBank branch in Pasig City. The arrest was made after an unauthorized cash transfer from the bank's Ortigas Cash Center to its Caloocan Cash Center was discovered to allegedly cover-up the theft.

As the news came out in social media, there have been a lot of speculations and fears when it comes to banking. Many are now afraid of putting their savings in banks and were opted to keep them in their own hands. But this avoidance from dealing with banks is doing more harm than good.

Sexual Tension, Broken Taboos in New Thriller "The Beguiled"

Focus Features presents The Beguiled, an atmospheric thriller from acclaimed writer/director Sofia Coppola and starring Colin Farrell, Nicole Kidman, Kirsten Dunst and Elle Fanning.

(Watch the teaser trailer of The Beguiled at https://youtu.be/GRKXyeoWfco.)

Adapted from the novel by Thomas Cullinan, The Beguiled is a sexually charged tale that unfolds during the Civil War, at a Southern girls’ boarding school. Its sheltered young women take in an injured enemy soldier. As they provide refuge and tend to his wounds, the house is taken over with sexual tension and dangerous rivalries, and taboos are broken in an unexpected turn of events.

Tom Holland Comes Into His Own in "Spider-Man: Homecoming"

Yong British actor Tom Holland plays the web-slinger Peter Parker in Columbia Pictures’ new action-adventure Spider-Man: Homecoming (in Philippine cinemas Thursday, July 6.)

In the film, Peter strives to be a part of The Avengers but before he can join his heroes, Peter has a host of challenges to face. “Peter goes from having the time of his life battling with the Avengers in Captain America: Civil War to suddenly feeling like he’s got nothing to do,” explains Holland.

"Spider-Man: Homecoming" Holds Midnight Screenings July 6 at 12:01AM

 Peter Parker comes home to the Marvel Cinematic Universe sooner than you think, as Columbia Pictures has announced midnight screenings for Spider-Man: Homecoming on Thursday, July 06 at 12:01AM in selected cinemas in Metro Manila and regional cities.

Fans are advised to reserve and buy their tickets now to be among the first in the world to watch Spider-Man: Homecoming.

A Thrilling New Adventure in J.K. Rowling's Wizarding World is Underway

Principal photography starts today, Monday, July 3, on an all new adventure set in J.K. Rowling’s Wizarding World, the second of five films in the series that began with “Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them.” The as-yet-untitled film is being directed by David Yates.

Oscar winner Eddie Redmayne (“The Theory of Everything”) stars once more as wizarding world magizoologist Newt Scamander; alongside Katherine Waterston as Auror Tina Goldstein; Alison Sudol as her sister, Queenie Goldstein; and Dan Fogler as Jacob Kowalski, the only No-Maj in the foursome.

Pru Life UK supports Brigada Eskwela 2017

Brigada Eskwela 2017 volunteers together with
Upper Bicutan Elementary School Principal
Dr. Cheryl Fernandez (sixth from the left)

In time for the opening of classes, Pru Life UK has once again called its employees into action to help with the maintenance and beautification of Upper Bicutan Elementary School in Taguig.  This is in support of the Department of Education’s (DepEd) 2017 Brigada Eskwela.

Already on its sixth straight year, Pru Life UK initiated half-day volunteer activities for four days, which involved the general cleaning of classrooms, as well as the sanding and varnishing of students’ armchairs. Considered as the bayanihan for schools, Brigada Eskwela is a yearly program that fosters volunteerism among government agencies and non-government organizations to clean and prepare public schools across the country.

HOOQ Filmmakers Guild Is Looking For Great Original Content!

HOOQ – the largest Video on Demand service in South-East Asia — today announces their latest addition to the juding panel of HOOQ Filmmakers Guild.  Representing the Philippines on the judging panel is renowned director Erik Matti who will lend his hand in the selection progress of this South-East Asia wide project that aims at turning the most imaginative TV series ideas of filmmakers into reality, thus celebrating Asia, the nation from which great TV arises. 

“I believe the Philippines still has a lot of undiscovered filmmakers out there just waiting for their big break. The HOOQ Filmmakers Guild, will give these aspiring filmmakers a chance to see their ideas become reality, and hopefully inspire others pursue their dream,” says Director Erik Matti. 

The Golden Journey of Arnel Pineda with his 50th Birthday Concert

Partake in a heartfelt celebration of Arnel Pineda’s colorful life as he turns 50. The Filipino rockstar is marking his golden year with an intimate birthday dinner show at Okada Manila, where he will be singing the songs of his life. The night’s setlist follows Arnel’s life story, from his beginnings in local bands to conquering the world stage as frontman of the legendary Journey. Happening on September 5, 2017 7:00 PM at the Grand Ballroom, Okada Manila, he will delight the audience with renditions of his personal favorites and original compositions. Surprise performances await both the audience and the artist himself.  With acclaimed video and event director Paul Basinillo at the helm, the night will surely create lasting impressions for those in attendance.

The Cause

Arnel’s humble beginnings has shaped him into a man of goodwill. Majority of the event’s proceeds will go to the Arnel Pineda Foundation, Inc. (APFI), a non-stock, non profit, and independent foundation that provides underprivileged children quality education, health services and medical attention. Arnel and his family personally oversee the Foundation and are always present in its events.

The Game Has Changed in "Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle" Trailer

The game has changed, but the legend continues. Columbia Pictures' new action-adventure Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle has just debuted its international trailer which may be viewed at https://youtu.be/lKYDLzeCO0c

Starring Dwayne Johnson, Jack Black, Kevin Hart, Karen Gillan, Nick Jonas and Bobby Cannavale, Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle soon in Philippine cinemas.