Intense esports battles and exciting musical acts collide at the Asia Pacific Predator League 2024 Grand Finals

The countdown to the highly anticipated Asia Pacific Predator League 2024 Grand Finals has begun. Twenty-six (26) teams from across the Asia Pacific region will duke it out in front of a roaring crowd on January 13 and 14, 2024, at the SM Mall of Asia Arena for the honor and glory of lifting the coveted Predator Shield. Teams will showcase their prowess and mastery of two highly acclaimed game titles, Dota 2 and VALORANT.

Watch the action live and see which teams will reign supreme and bring home the glory. A combined prize pool of $200,000 is also at stake for the two tournaments. The Dota 2 and VALORANT winners will each take home $65,000. Second-place winners will get $20,000, while third and fourth-place winners will receive $7,500.

“The Predator League is a premier esports tournament in APAC and is the home ground of up-and-coming esports talents. We are very excited as this is the Philippines’ first time hosting the event offline,” said Sue Ong Lim, General Manager at Acer Philippines.

Toyota to Compete in the Thailand 10-hour Endurance Race with Prius

Expanding the wide range of options to achieve a carbon-neutral society

Toyota Motor Corporation (Toyota) announced that it will be participating in the IDEMITSU SUPER ENDURANCE SOURTHEAST ASIA TROPHY 2023 (Thailand 10- hour Endurance Race) to be held on December 22 and 23 at Thailand's Chang International Circuit. It will compete with a three-vehicle setup for ROOKIE Racing featuring the ORC ROOKIE GR86 CNF concept, a GR86 running on carbon-neutral fuel; the ORC ROOKIE GR Corolla H2 concept, a hydrogen-powered Corolla; and the CP ROOKIE PRIUS CNF-HEV GR concept, a newly added Prius HEV running on carbon- neutral fuel. The new Prius competing in this year's race has been developed based on a production vehicle, marking the first time that Toyota has competed with a production Prius HEV.

Stay Cool and Dapper with these stylish picks from HLA

Stay dapper this holiday season with stylish picks from HLA Retail, the leading men’s global fashion brand that has now arrived in the Philippines!

Believing that fashion is a necessity in our daily life, HLA offers Filipinos a one-stop shop for fashionable designs and high-quality products, with stores dedicated to providing an excellent shopping experience for men. 

Choose from an array of urban men's clothing options, such as suits, leisure suits, jackets, overcoats, down jackets, sweaters, knitwear, shirts, suit pants, casual pants, jeans, and belts, ties, scarves, socks, and other accessories, spanning everyday necessities, functional fits, and exclusive designer collaboration series. 

With the weather getting chilly, here are a few of our selections for layered looks that will have you looking your best this holiday season!

foodpanda logistics to celebrate Ka-panda year-end party

foodpanda logistics is set to host its highly anticipated 'Pau-tastic Event ng Taon' for the second consecutive year, promising a grand nationwide year-end celebration dedicated to their Ka-panda delivery partners. 

Scheduled for December 20 at the Globe Circuit Events Ground in Circuit Makati, this event aims to commemorate the hard work and dedication of these modern-day road heroes while fostering a sense of community and appreciation.

With over 2,000 delivery partners expected to attend, this year's festivities promise an array of delights, designed as a gesture of gratitude and a testament to the significant contributions of the delivery partners in ensuring efficient and timely service to customers.

Samsung introduces its first-ever Galaxy Campus Student Ambassadors

After a nationwide hunt for the next generation of tech trailblazers, Samsung has selected its first batch of top young tech innovators, content creators and sustainability advocates to be part of its first-ever Galaxy Campus program in the Philippines. As one of the most innovative and dynamic tech brands in the world, Samsung’s Galaxy Campus offers aspiring student creators, tech innovators, and sustainability advocates an exciting and dynamic mentorship program. 

Fifty college students from universities all over the country gathered together at the Galaxy Campus First Day High launch event held in Grand Hyatt Manila on December 16 and 17.

Christmas Deal: Give Love This Holiday with HONOR X8a’s Big Price Drop, now at Php 8,990 Only!

The holidays just got merrier as HONOR Philippines announces HONOR X8a 2,000-Peso Price Drop 

The leading smart devices provider HONOR Philippines is truly a gift that keeps on giving. After announcing its back-to-back Amazing Holideals and 12.12 Mega Pamasko Sale promo, comes the price drop that all has been waiting for! HONOR X8a, introduced at Php 10,990, is getting a price slash of Php 2,000 and will be available for only Php 8,990 until December 25! Hurry to any HONOR Experience and Partner Stores or online via Shopee, Lazada, and TikTok Shop! 

“The Holiday Season can be a bit overwhelming, so we give you this reference of HONOR best deals tailored for your needs and most importantly, budget appropriate. That said, the DSLR-like smartphone just got its much-awaited price drop. What are you waiting for, buy now,” said Stephen Cheng, HONOR Philippines Vice President.

Dindo Caraig: The Rising Pop Soul RNB Sensation releases his new single 'Kung Hindi Ikaw'

Dindo Caraig, the 25-year-old singer from Balayan, Batangas, has been making waves in the music industry with his soul-stirring Pop Soul RNB voice. Often referred to as the "Scripted King" due to his viral videos on TikTok and Facebook, Dindo has captured the hearts of many with his captivating performances. 

Dindo’s much -anticipated song "KUNG HINDI IKAW", composed by the legendary Vehnee Saturn with Roeder Camanag as vocal coach is now available on SPOTIFY. 

The song, which is scheduled to be formally launched this coming February, is a testament to Dindo's dedication and talent. It showcases his powerful vocals and heartfelt delivery, leaving a lasting impression on anyone who listens to it.

Enriching Education: Xiaomi & World Vision Donates Smart Devices to Baseco High School

A gift of smart devices for Baseco students. Xiaomi and
World Vision partnered to donate air purifiers, tablets,
and TVs to a high school in Baseco, a coastal community
in Manila. The devices will benefit hundreds
of Grade 12 ICT students and their teachers.

Joining forces, Xiaomi and World Vision equip Baseco's Grade 12 ICT students with a tech suite, including Xiaomi Smart Air Purifiers, Tablets, and Smart Television sets

Xiaomi and World Vision recently donated smart devices to a high school in Baseco, Manila, as part of their annual initiative of ensuring Grade 12 ICT students have access to cutting-edge resources. The donation comprised 24 Xiaomi Smart Air Purifiers 4, 10 Xiaomi Pad 6, and 6 Xiaomi TV A Pro Series 55-inch, each chosen to enrich the learning experience of the beneficiaries.

Celebrate imaginary friends in the trailer for fantasy comedy “IF,” John Krasinski’s directorial follow-up starring Ryan Reynolds

What if everything you believed in as a kid was real? From the imagination of John Krasinski, enter a world you have to believe to see. Written and directed by Krasinski and featuring a star-studded cast that includes Ryan Reynolds, Krasinski, Steve Carell, Matt Damon, Jon Stewart, Phoebe Waller-Bridge, Emily Blunt, Maya Rudolph, Sam Rockwell, Christopher Meloni, Richard Jenkins, Awkwafina, Louis Gossett Jr. and Cailey Fleming (The Walking Dead), IF is coming soon in cinemas. Watch the trailer: 

YouTube: https://youtu.be/qVmOP-6rCvo

About IF

From writer and director John Krasinski, IF is about a girl who discovers that she can see everyone’s imaginary friends – and what she does with that superpower – as she embarks on a magical adventure to reconnect forgotten IFs with their kids. IF stars Ryan Reynolds, John Krasinski, Cailey Fleming, Fiona Shaw, and the voices of Phoebe Waller-Bridge, Louis Gossett Jr. and Steve Carell alongside many more as the wonderfully unique characters that reflect the incredible power of a child’s imagination.

“Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom” to hold midnight screenings on December 20

Get ready to dive into the world of Atlantis once again. 

Watch the trailer: https://youtu.be/h1fiesc6opk?si=gLijcqFPzplIhyrb

Jason Momoa is back on the big screen as the titular superhero in “Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom,” directed by James Wan. As an additional treat for fans, the movie will have midnight screenings on December 20 in IMAX theaters and other cinemas nationwide. For more details, fans can check out the social media pages of their favorite cinemas. 

Says producer Rob Cowan: “This film really is something you need to experience inside a big theater with a huge screen… because there’s just so much to look at.”

“Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom” opens only in cinemas December 20. Tickets are now available. Get your tickets at https://www.aquaman2.com.ph/