Sharper Together: Marking Growth and Partnership with Innovative Sales Events in the Philippines

Sharp (Phils.) Corporation, a renowned Japanese brand, recently showcased a series of individual sell-out events aimed at enhancing customer experience and promoting product awareness during the “Sharper Together” Media Conference and Dealers Appreciation Night held at Solaire Vertis North on May 21, 2025

Mr. Kazuo Kito - President and General Manager of Sharp Philippines

(left to right) Mr. Shigenori Kitani – Associate Manager, Mr. Kazuo Kito – President and General Manager of Sharp Philippines, Mr. Yasukazu  Kobayashi – TV Systems BU President, Mr. Masahiro Akiyoshi – Executive Vice President of Sharp Philippines

Filipino creator Ryssi releases debut single “My Angel”with TikTok LIVE

Ryssi is the Grand Champion of TikTok LIVE's Gimme The Mic 2024

Filipino TikTok LIVE creator and the Grand Champion of TikTok LIVE’s flagship competition Gimme The Mic 2024 Ryssi has officially released her debut single "My Angel."

Ryssi, Grand Champion of TikTok LIVE’s Gimme The Mic 2024, marks her debut with the release of “My Angel” during the TikTok LIVE Session.

This debut marks an important milestone not just in Ryssi's career but in how creators from diverse backgrounds shape their own music journeys through TikTok.  As a young mom and student, Ryssi began sharing acoustic covers and vocal performances on TikTok, gradually finding a community that appreciated her talent and authenticity. Over time, livestreaming gave her more space to express herself in real time and gain feedback directly from viewers. Her consistent presence on TikTok eventually led her to compete in Gimme The Mic, where her ability to tell stories through music stood out among creators from around the world.

All-Filipina Everest story lives on in ‘Live the Dream 2’ book launch

The triumph of three Pinay mountaineers who conquered the legendary Mt. Everest was once again celebrated and heralded as the book Live the Dream 2 was officially launched last May 17 at Rockwell Center in Makati. 

The event brought together members of the Philippine Mount Everest Expedition team, supporters, and partners to honor the legacy of the 2007 All-Pinay Everest Traverse and the vision that fueled it.

Authored by expedition leader Art Valdez, Live the Dream 2 recounts the untold stories behind one of the most extraordinary feats in Philippine mountaineering: the world’s first and only all-female traverse of Mt. Everest, achieved by Filipinas Noelle Wenceslao, Carina Dayondon, and Janet Belarmino. The launch took place at the same venue where, 21 years ago, the First Philippine Mt. Everest Expedition was announced—a symbolic return to the place where the dream began.

Play The Dew has taken over the internet—and we’re here for it!

What happens when you replace game sound effects with “Dew, Dew, Dew?” Apparently, pure comedy gold. The Play The Dew Dew Dew Challenge by Mountain Dew has taken over the gaming world, and gamers everywhere—whether casual or pro—have jumped in to give their own hilarious spin on their favorite games.

By tapping into the community’s creativity, Play The Dew Dew Dew is transforming how players experience their favorite games—making Mountain Dew not just their go-to fuel, but a part of gaming culture itself. Mountain Dew brought this Cannes Lions Award-winning idea to even more Filipino gamers, by releasing a Play The Dew for TikTok where users can play a racing game by speaking “DEW” into their microphone. Here are some of the leading entries in views. 

TP leaders build hope through community service at TP Village in Tanay

Themed Building Hope, the initiative had senior executives roll up their sleeves in a heartwarming service activity, aimed at giving back to the community that has long been part of TP’s corporate social responsibility journey.

TP in the Philippines, spearheaded by its Senior Leadership Team, dedicated a full day of community service at its TP Village in Tanay, Rizal, coinciding with the company’s 29th year of operations in the country. 

TP, through Citizen of the World (COTW) Foundation, its official corporate social responsibility arm, partnered with a non-government organization to help residents who were devastated and displaced by Typhoon Ketsana (Ondoy) in 2009. With support from the global Teleperformance Group, TP volunteers started building the TP Village in 2010 and has since become a thriving community for lives rebuilt and restored. To this day, it continues to symbolize the company’s unwavering commitment to social impact and inclusive growth.

The Fray's Iconic “How to Save a Life” 20th Anniversary Tour Is Coming to Manila This December!

Get ready, Manila! The Fray is set to bring their How to Save a Life: 20th Anniversary Tour to the Philippines on December 12, 2025, at the Smart Araneta Coliseum.

Celebrating two decades since the release of their legendary debut album, this special tour will feature original member Joe King—the band’s guitarist, vocalist, and main songwriter—now taking on lead vocals. He’ll be joined by longtime guitarist Dave Welsh and drummer Ben Wysocki for a powerful and emotional performance that promises to bring back the memories that defined a generation.

Formed in Colorado in the early 2000s, The Fray captured hearts around the world with their emotionally charged alt-rock sound—sincere, melodic, and soul-stirring. Their mass

ive hit, “How to Save a Life,” became a cultural anthem, spending 58 weeks on the Billboard Hot 100 and gaining iconic status after being featured in hit series like Grey’s Anatomy. Their debut album of the same name is certified 4x Platinum in the U.S., and still stands as one of the best-selling digital debuts of all time.

Sanicare Commits to 5 More Years of Forest Protection with Haribon

Sanicare, a popular hygiene brand under Sanitary Care Products Asia, Inc. (SCPA), has reaffirmed its commitment to environmental protection through the renewal of its long-standing partnership with Haribon Foundation last May 5 at the Manila Observatory. 

The brand's resident Care Ambassador and host, Bianca Gonzalez-Intal announced this major milestone during its on-ground event titled Seeds of Care — a symbolic gathering that emphasized how small acts of care can bloom into long-lasting environmental change.

HONOR Joins Guanzon Festival 2025 with an Epic Durability Challenge and Star-Studded Performance

Calasiao, Pangasinan gets a thrilling HONOR experience featuring the HONOR X9c 5G and a live performance by The Voice PH Grand Champion Jason Dy! 

Leading global technology brand HONOR Philippines made a strong and exciting presence at Guanzon Festival 2025, held today at the Activity Hall of Guanzon in Calasiao, Pangasinan. The crowd was treated to an unforgettable afternoon of innovation, entertainment, and hands-on challenges headlined by the viral and ultra-tough HONOR X9c 5G. 

From endings to beginnings: SB19 concludes EP trilogy with Simula at Wakas

The 7-track EP reflects SB19’s complex humanity and evolving artistry, while dealing with the constant pressures of fame, identity, and public opinion

Celebrating a journey marked by shared experience, invaluable wisdom, and artistic growth, SB19 returns with the release of their third EP, Simula at Wakas—out on all digital music platforms worldwide via Sony Music Entertainment. Their highly anticipated body of work captures the band’s evolution as artists and individuals, honoring the past while stepping boldly into the future.

“It’s our way of saying thank you and showing how much we’ve evolved,” P-Pop kings share in an official statement. “Simula at Wakas encapsulates everything we’ve been through: the struggles, the growth, the milestones. We hope it speaks not only to those who’ve been with us from the start but also welcomes new listeners into our world.”

Fuel Your Fitness with Pro-Level Sports Features on the Thin, Light HUAWEI WATCH FIT 4 Series, Starting at PHP 6,499

HUAWEI continues to empower its user community to move confidently and live freely with its latest smartwatch offering, the HUAWEI WATCH FIT 4 Series. Light, vibrant, and fashion-forward, the latest evolution in the HUAWEI WATCH FIT Series maintains its signature square design and brings advanced fitness features and a seamless fit to support wellness-driven lifestyle. 

The HUAWEI WATCH FIT 4 Series is now available in the Philippines, starting at PHP 6,499. 

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