DoubleVerify Launches DV Authentic AdVantage, an Industry-First, AI-Powered Solution to Drive Superior Performance Across Proprietary Video Platforms

An integrated solution combining DV Scibids AI optimization with video pre-bid avoidance to drive media quality and performance, while reducing operational overhead

DoubleVerify ("DV") (NYSE: DV), a leading software platform to verify media quality, optimize ad performance, and prove campaign outcomes, today announced the launch of the DV Authentic AdVantageTM, a first-of-its-kind solution that combines DV’s trusted media quality controls with DV Scibids AITM to drive superior outcomes across walled garden environments. The solution initially will launch across proprietary video platforms, enabling advertisers to enhance performance while safeguarding brand equity.

John Cena and Idris Elba Star in High-Stakes Action-Comedy Heads of State, Streams Exclusively on Prime Video on July 2

Two world leaders go rogue to save the planet in this explosive, fast-paced thriller.

When Air Force One is shot out of the sky, the U.S. President and U.K. Prime Minister are forced into an unlikely partnership. Former movie star-turned-president Will Derringer (John Cena) and career politician Sam Clarke (Idris Elba) have nothing in common—except that they’re being hunted by a ruthless adversary and cut off from their governments. With MI6 agent Noel Bisset (Priyanka Chopra Jonas) as their only ally, the pair must survive on the run and stop a global conspiracy before it's too late. Heads of State, the latest action-comedy blockbuster, will stream exclusively on Prime Video on July 2.

Heads of State is directed by Ilya Naishuller (Nobody) and written by Josh Appelbaum & André Nemec and Harrison Query, from a story by Query. The film also stars Carla Gugino, Jack Quaid, Stephen Root, Sarah Niles, Richard Coyle, and Paddy Considine.

“The number one reason I wanted to do this film was I really like working with John Cena,” said Idris Elba. “John is a consummate professional and one of those very multitalented people who can do so many different things well. He perfectly layered that sort of fish out of water who can look quite presidential and be a bad arse at the same time.”

HONOR Launches the New HONOR Magic V5 in China

HONOR sets yet another industry benchmark for thin and lightweight inward-folding smartphone design

Global AI device ecosystem company HONOR today launched the next-generation foldable smartphone HONOR Magic V5 in China. As the world’s thinnest and lightest inward-folding smartphone to date, the HONOR Magic V5 represents the cutting edge of smartphone industrial design and innovation, including the world’s first mass-produced 6,100mAh silicon-carbon battery with 25% silicon content. Empowered by AI, the agentic YOYO assistant introduces new AI features to help users make the most of the large screens. The HONOR Magic V5 is available beginning today in China, starting from RMB 8,999 online and at select retail locations.

DUYOG: The 1st International Youth Orchestra Festival 2025 Celebration Concert all set on July 12 at GSIS Theater

“Duyog” is a Visayan word which means “to accompany” and is usually used in the context of collaborative music-making. 

DUYOG: The 1st International Youth Orchestra Festival 2025 Celebration Concert is one of the culminating activities of the said festival, which will be held in Bohol from July 5-10, initiated between the Manila Symphony Orchestra Foundation, Inc. led by violinist and conductor Jeffrey Solares, with the Young Symphonic Ensemble (YSE) of New York’s Children’s Orchestra Society led by Filipino Classical guitarist and conductor Michael Dadap.

The concert features young musicians from the Children’s Orchestra Society New York, the Manila Symphony Junior Orchestra. They are performing with the Plectra Corde Rondalla and the Bagong Himig Serenata (PUP) Chorale in a celebration concert in Manila on July 12, 2025 at the GSIS theater, CCP Complex, Pasay City, to be conducted by international faculty members from the USA, Hungary, Italy, Vietnam and the Philippines.

He only has one shot. Watch the trailer for “Project Hail Mary,” starring Ryan Gosling In PH cinemas soon

11.9 Light-years from home.

6th grade science teacher.

1 chance to save us all.

Based on “The Martian” author Andy Weir’s New York Times best-selling novel, Project Hail Mary stars Ryan Gosling. The film is directed by the creators of the Spider-Verse franchise, Phil Lord and Christopher Miller.

Watch the trailer: https://youtu.be/vaQsHsHF9n8

TBA Studios’ historical biopic ‘Quezon’ coming exclusively to theaters on October 15

TBA Studios’ historical biopic ‘Quezon’ coming exclusively to theaters on October 1

TBA Studios has announced that its historical biopic film “Quezon” will premiere exclusively in Philippine theaters on October 15, 2025.

“Quezon” marks the much-awaited conclusion of the film studio’s cinematic “Bayaniverse” trilogy, a series of films based on Philippine history that includes 2015’s “Heneral Luna,” the Philippines’ highest-grossing historical movie of all time; and 2018’s critically acclaimed “Goyo: Ang Batang Heneral.” 

Jericho Rosales plays the title role of Philippine President Manuel L. Quezon. Jerrold Tarog returns to the TBA Studios Bayaniverse as director. 

Filming for “Quezon,”—which is expected to follow the life of Quezon, who became the President of the Commonwealth of the Philippines—officially wrapped on June 10.

HONOR 400 5G Sold Out in 3 Days, 15x Higher Sales versus HONOR 200 5G

HONOR celebrates huge success as HONOR 400 5G surpasses sales record of predecessor  

Leading smart devices provider HONOR Philippines recently set the internet ablaze yet again with the launch of #YourAIPhone HONOR 400 5G. With its image-to-vide feature, it brought HONOR fans, tech enthusiasts, and alike to a trip down memory lane as it can bring old photos to life. After its successful pre-order campaign, HONOR 400 5G has officially surpassed its predecessor HONOR 200 5G by 15 times! 

“We are still in shock. We have been working very hard for the past few months to introduce HONOR 400 5G to our supporters perfectly and it’s safe to say that all our hard work has paid off. Don’t worry to those who haven’t gotten their hands on our AI phone, restock will arrive sooner than later,” said HONOR Philippines Vice President Stephen Cheng. 

Acer and SB19 mark 5 years of collaboration with outstanding achievements

Acer Philippines recently invited SB19 to visit Acer’s Taipei headquarters as “one-day employees” to experience the brand’s innovations firsthand during their “Simula at Wakas” world tour stop in Taipei. 

TAIPEI — Before SB19’s “Simula at Wakas” world tour stop in Taipei, SB19 was invited to Acer’s Taipei headquarters as “one-day employees.” Besides being honored guests, the “Kings of P-pop” also met Acer Chairman and CEO Jason Chen, along with Pan-Asia Pacific President Andrew Hou, who gave each member—Pablo, Josh, Stell, Ken, and Justin—a Predator Helios 18 gaming laptop as a token of appreciation for their five-year collaboration.

During their visit, SB19 visited Acer’s product experience center, where they tried out the latest gaming laptops and to the FreeSense Ring smart wearable developed by Acer Fashion. The group also participated in a design workshop, where they brainstormed ideas for laptop aesthetics and compact home appliances. 

Badingger-Z and the Accla Assassin Returns With Chapter 2

“We are superheroes. Because we, too, can be heroes.” —

“Every day you see heroes, and you don’t know they’re members of LGBTQ pala, ‘di ba?” says author Real Florido, whose groundbreaking comic series Badingger-Z and the Accla Assassin makes a triumphant return with Chapter 2, launching at PICOF (Philippine International Comics Festival) this July 5–6 at SM Megamall Megatrade Hall 2, Booth #D2. Attendees can meet the author behind the series and snag exclusive merch and signed copies.

Following its KOMIKET 2024 debut, Badingger-Z and the Accla Assassin continues to push boundaries in Filipino comics. The series follows Ading, a timid gay teen who flees military school and discovers his destiny as the rainbow-caped superhero Badingger-Z. Just as he embraces his powers, queer men in town begin vanishing—only to return as soulless, weaponized cyborgs.

Miss Universe 2018 Catriona Gray is on a Jurassic tour for “Jurassic World Rebirth”

Plus roar with the dinos with the Jurassic World Rebirth TikTok effect

The Philippines’ own Miss Universe 2018, Catriona Gray, will be on a Jurassic adventure as she travels to Thailand for Jurassic World Rebirth. Sharing a sneak peek of her upcoming experience, Gray writes “A New Era Begins....in Thailand 🇹🇭 Excited to take you along for this journey 👀.”

Follow Catriona’s Jurassic journey: https://www.instagram.com/p/DLZqNFWpSTK/?hl=en

Universal Pictures also released a fun TikTok effect where users can try and roar like a dinosaur. The effect will flash photos of the various dinosaurs from Jurassic World Rebirth and fans can try to match their roar with what the creatures would sound like.