TP for All inks agreement with Pasig City LGU, ushers more jobs with STEP

From L-R: Vice President for Talent Acquisition, Christina Lloya-Gaspe; Chief People Officer Jeffrey Johnson; Chief Executive Officer Rahul Jolly; Pasig City Mayor Vico Sotto; Sangguniang Panlungsod Simon Gerard R. Tantoco; Officer-in-Charge for Barangay Computer Literacy Program, Ernie Al O. Edralin; and  Public Employment Service Officer Jelene Sison-Lopez

Following the launch of the Skills Training to Employment Program (STEP) in 2023, Teleperformance in the Philippines, a global leader in digital solutions, has sealed its commitment with the Pasig City local government unit through a recent memorandum-of-agreement (MOA) signing ceremony.

HONOR Debuts a New AI-empowered All-scenario Strategy at MWC 2024

HONOR announces the global launch of HONOR Magic6 Pro and an AI PC HONOR MagicBook Pro 16, demonstrating its open-collaborative innovation to enable an AI Era 

Global technology brand, HONOR, revealed its new all-scenario strategy by introducing AI-empowered cross-OS collaboration and human-centric intent-based AI and a suite of smart devices with global partners.  

During its keynote, HONOR not only announced the global launch of the HONOR Magic6 Pro, but also its latest AIPC, the HONOR MagicBook Pro 16, all of which come equipped with HONOR’s platform-level AI to empower human-centric experiences. 

Armscor bags Anvil for PH self-reliant defense posture advocacy

Receiving the award on behalf of Armscor Global Defense Inc. is AVP for Corporate Relations Jhoanna Marie Ibay (center), along with (from left) WSP Incorporated SVP for Media Relations Joy Cabrillos, President and COO Diana Lesaca, SVP for Public Affairs Tahl Gopez, SVP for Editorial Bing Parel, AVP for Public Affairs Eliza Calimag and Public Relations Society of the Philippines Adviser Norman Agatep.

ARMSCOR Global Defense Inc. (AGDI) opens the year strongly by bagging a prestigious Silver Anvil at the recent 59th Anvil Awards of the Public Relations Society of the Philippines.

“Exhuma” breaks box office records in Korea

Yoo Hae-Jin, Lee Do-Hyun, Kim Go-Eun and Choi Min-Shik in Exhuma

The mystery occult film Exhuma, starring Choi Min-Shik, Kim Go-Eun, Yoo Hae-Jin and Lee Do-Hyun, opened strong at No. 1 at the Korean box office, holding on to the top spot on its entire opening weekend and setting the biggest opening record in Korea for 2024 thus far. 

Prior to its debut in cinemas on February 22, Exhuma set a new record for pre-sale numbers with a 54% real-time reservation rate and 369.99 million advance bookings, even in the face of tough competition. 

James Wan and Jason Blum, powerhouse team-up behind “M3gan,” are back with “Night Swim,” now showing

In 2014, director Bryce McGuire made Night Swim, an acclaimed five-minute short shot in the backyard of Grammy-winning musician Michelle Branch and featuring actress Megalyn Echikunwoke (Fox’s Almost Family) as a young woman who goes missing in her own pool when an evening swim leads to a close encounter with something creepy. 

The short made a splash on YouTube and among its many fans was Judson Scott, executive vice president at Atomic Monster, who then recommended the short to Atomic Monster founder and horror master James Wan. “It was abundantly clear from watching the short that Bryce was a gifted filmmaker with a command of craft and tone,” Wan, co-producer for Night Swim the movie, says. “The story it told was so mysterious and evocative, and Bryce had a compelling vision for how it could be turned into something bigger, stranger and scarier while also being emotionally resonant.”

Ben&Ben to Perform as Special Guest at Ed Sheeran '+ - = ÷ x Tour' in the Philippines; Gen Ad (Cat 8) Section Added

In less than 2 weeks, fans in the Philippines will have the incredible opportunity to witness the biggest music event of the year, the highly anticipated Ed Sheeran '+ - = ÷ x Tour' in Manila, happening on March 9, 2024, at the SMDC Festival Grounds, Paranaque City, with special guests Calum Scott and our very own OPM artist, Ben&Ben. Also, in response to popular demand new seats have been added as well as a new General Admission (Cat 8) Section.

The 9-piece Filipino indie folk-pop band Ben&Ben is composed of twin brothers Miguel Benjamin and Paolo Benjamin on acoustic guitars and vocals, Poch Barretto on electric guitar, Keifer Cabugao on violin, Andrew De Pano and Toni Munoz on percussion, Pat Lasaten on keyboards, Agnes Reoma on bass, and Jam Villanueva on drums. They are known for their songs Leaves, Make It With You, Panindigan Kita, Maybe The Night, and Pagtingin. The band has received numerous awards, including an Asia Artist Award, an Aliw Award, an NME Award, two Myx Music Awards, and 16 Awit Awards. In 2020, they placed 29th on the Billboard Social Top 50 Chart, and Spotify recognized the group as the most-streamed Filipino artist of all time for having more than two billion streams. 

Fastest Growing in PH: Globally Accepted Maya Card Sets New Industry Record

The Maya Card, powered by the #1 Digital Bank App Maya, is the Philippine's fastest-growing prepaid card due to its unmatched ease of use, convenience, safety, and worldwide acceptance. 

Visa, a world leader in digital payments, presented Maya with an award for being the top prepaid card issuer in the country, marking its third consecutive accolade from 2021 to 2023. 

This distinction is a testament to Maya's sustained year-on-year growth and its highest prepaid payment volumes.

Dune: Part Two acclaimed by critics as blockbuster masterpiece, debuting with a 97% Rotten Tomatoes critics’ score.

Rave reviews are flowing in as critics praise Dune: Part Two, Denis Villeneuve’s highly anticipated action spectacle. With a 97% certified fresh rating on Rotten Tomatoes, the critics’ consensus is that Dune: Part Two is visually thrilling and narratively epic.

Continuing the streak from its predecessor, Dune: Part Two lands with a success for reviewers. The Independent writes, “Dune: Part Two, like its predecessor, is a work of total sensory and imaginative immersion.” Total Film adds the movie to the hall of beloved sequels, saying, “However you cut it, Villeneuve wrangles coherence from Herbert’s unruly elements to deliver a sequel that ranks alongside The Dark Knight, The Empire Strikes Back – and Blade Runner 2049.”

Social media influencers take on challenge to be Creators #ForEveryChild to protect children from online abuse and exploitation

From Left to Right: Creators #ForEveryChild Anina Rubio, AJ Bacar, Cat Triviño and Buji Babiera together with UNICEF Philippines Advocacy and Communications Chief Lely Djuhari (center)

As the country wraps up this year’s Safer Internet Month, UNICEF Philippines awarded the first-ever annual badge of recognition to digital influencers who accepted the challenge to be Creators #ForEveryChild. They have lent their unique creative platforms and reach to fight for the rights of every child in the country, especially the most vulnerable to online abuse and exploitation.

Patricia Heart joins all-star roster of Sony Music Entertainment, releases debut single “Kahit Di Ako ang Gusto Mo”

The track blends confessional songwriting style with a soul-stirring, crossover sound

Filipino singer-songwriter Patricia Heart is ready to captivate the mainstream audience with her authenticity and music talent. The CamSur-based recording artist has recently signed with Sony Music Entertainment, the home to an all-star roster of OPM acts such as Ben&Ben, SB19, Clara Benin, Ace Banzuelo, Denise Julia, O Side Mafia, Demi, and dwta—to name a few.

Apart from being the newest addition to the growing family of the international record label, the promising newcomer sets her sights on representing her hometown on the global stage while showcasing her individuality through music.