Cignal Play Revolutionizes Video Streaming as Star-Studded Microdramas Offer Big Emotions in Micro Format

Cignal Play has officially redefined Filipino storytelling with the launch of its latest digital innovation, Cignal Play Microdrama, offering emotionally-charged, under-five-minute vertical dramas designed for today’s fast-paced, mobile-first world. 

Unveiled through an immersive and engaging media conference held last July 16, the launch of Cignal Play Microdrama transported guests into the vivid world of vertical dramas. From LED screen panels displaying dynamic visuals and interactive touchscreens to life-sized story vignettes transforming the venue into a living, breathing universe of microdrama, guests were not just introduced to content – they lived it.

Watch the official teaser for the thrilling final comeback of ‘Stranger Things’

This November, The Final Chapter Begins...

The fall of 1987. Hawkins is scarred by the opening of the Rifts, and our heroes are united by a single goal: find and kill Vecna. But he has vanished – his whereabouts and plans unknown. Complicating their mission, the government has placed the town under military quarantine and intensified its hunt for Eleven, forcing her back into hiding. As the anniversary of Will’s disappearance approaches, so does a heavy, familiar dread. The final battle is looming – and with it, a darkness more powerful and more deadly than anything they’ve faced before. To end this nightmare, they’ll need everyone – the full party – standing together, one last time.

Volume 1 drops November 26th (5pm PT) with four episodes, Volume 2 on December 25th (5pm PT), and the finale on December 31st (5pm PT).

Explore the 'Multiverse of Fun' from July 16 to 29

Showers Of Fun Await At SM North Edsa's "Collectors Con Year 3"

Collectors and their best finds at the Collectors Con Year 3 

It is rainy season in Manila, but at SM North EDSA, the downpour brings something more exciting through the return of “Collectors Con Year 3” that is taking over The Block Atrium from July 16 to 29.

Expect a storm of exclusive deals, rare finds, and thrilling activities as collectors of all ages are invited to dive into a multiverse of must-have collectibles, especially exclusive drops from brands including Toy Kingdom, GeekPH, Filbars, CO., Coolectzone, The SM Store, Miniso, KKV, Bearpick, All Aboard by Gaming Library, and Courtside.

TCL Maintains Dominance as Philippines' No. 1 Panel TV Brand!

Talk about a winning streak! For the second year running, TCL, the Triple Global Top 1 TV Brand and a leading force in consumer electronics, has absolutely dominated the No. 1 spot in the Panel TV Brand category, according to the recent Annual Cumulative Market Share Data for Panel TVs from TRS Research. This news powerfully solidifies TCL's position as a global powerhouse in the TV industry!

As they mark their 25th year in the business, TCL has once again hit a remarkable milestone: seizing the top spot in both market share (value and volume) for their core TV business! TCL has also dominated the premium TV segment, clinching the top position for QLED televisions, according to TRS research.

IV OF SPADES reunite with surprise release of “Aura”

The new track serves as the band’s first official release under their new record label, Sony Music Entertainment and their new management, Balcony Music Entertainment

IV OF SPADES are finally back! 

After going on hiatus to pursue their respective solo careers and side projects, the Filipino rock supergroup breaks their silence with the surprise release of “Aura,” their first single since 2020’s “Sariling Multo (Sa Panaginip).”

Produced by IV OF SPADES and Brian Lotho, the song explores themes of longing and unconditional love, searching for meaning and home among the sea of people.

Accompanying the release of “Aura” is a music video directed and produced by the award-winning team at Lunchbox. Shot on a scenic hilltop, the visuals capture the band in candid moments: walking, goofing around, and enjoying their time together. It’s both intimate and cinematic, reminding fans of the chemistry that once made IV OF SPADES a household name.

HBO Original Harry Potter Television Series Begins Production

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Production has commenced on the HBO Original Harry Potter television series at Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden, UK. The series will debut in 2027 on HBO and HBO Max where it’s available, including in upcoming launch markets Germany, Italy and the UK.

Newly announced cast includes Rory Wilmot as Neville Longbottom, Amos Kitson as Dudley Dursley, Louise Brealey as Madam Rolanda Hooch, and Anton Lesser as Garrick Ollivander. 

Newly announced department heads include Adriano Goldman (Director of Photography), Cate Hall (Hair and Makeup Designer), Paul Herbert (Stunt Coordinator), Mark Holt (SFX Supervisor), Mara LePere-Schloop (Production Designer), Naomi Moore (Set Decorator), John Nolan (Creature Effects Design Supervisor), Alexis Wajsbrot (VFX Supervisor), Dom Sidoli (VFX Producer), and previously announced Holly Waddington (Costume Designer). 

Canon Philippines partners with Home Credit to offer flexible financing options to Filipinos

Canon Marketing (Philippines), Inc. has announced a strategic partnership with Home Credit, a leading consumer finance provider in the country. This collaboration marks the beginning of their shared commitment to making Canon’s inkjet printers more accessible to consumers through flexible and affordable financing options.

With this partnership, customers purchasing Canon PIXMA printers through Home Credit will enjoy easy-to-manage installment plans, making high page yield printers more attainable to households and small businesses alike. Anuj Aggarwal, President and CEO of Canon Marketing (Philippines), Inc., shares, “We’re excited to partner with Home Credit to provide Filipinos more access to our inkjet printers. More people can now experience a wide range of printing capabilities of our G series. I am sure people using it for home, small business, small office, or professional work will appreciate what our products have to offer.”

Hatsune Miku Expo 2025 Asia A Celebration Of Future Pop Culture – 7 Cities In Asia

Bangkok, Hong Kong, Jakarta, Manila, Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Seoul  

The world’s most iconic virtual singer, Hatsune Miku, is set to electrify audiences once again with the return of HATSUNE MIKU EXPO, the global live concert tour and cultural phenomenon celebrating digital creativity and futuristic pop performance. MIKU EXPO will hit Manila for the first time ever on November 16 (Sunday) at The SM Mall of Asia Arena, bringing fans a spectacular audiovisual experience like no other. 

Beko recognized as Global No. 1 sustainability leader in its industry, climbing to the 17th spot on TIME Magazine’s World’s Most Sustainable Companies 2025

As the world faces environmental challenges, pushing for sustainability is even more crucial. When sustainability steps in, we are given the chance to make the world a healthier place to live – and in the Philippines, this sentiment rings truer and louder than ever. 

At the core of Beko, Europe’s No. 1 Large Home Appliance company*, is creating a sustainable future through innovative home solutions that help households live more comfortably and healthily. 

The brand has always stayed true to its commitment, which is further reinforced by being recognized once again as one of TIME Magazine’s World’s Most Sustainable Companies. 

PascualLab Receives Its First Medal of Recognition at the League of Corporate Foundations’ 2025 CSR Expo

From left to right: Ramon Derige, League of Corporate Foundations Treasurer & SEAOIL Foundation, Inc. Executive Director; Ana Carlos Chair, League of Corporate Foundations Environment Committee - Chair & TELUS International CSR Team Leader, TELUS International Philippines Foundation, Inc.; German Camigla Fluor Daniel Inc., Philippines Executive Director, Information Technology and Executive Sponsor, Philippines Community Affairs ; Marianne Johanna Ferrer de Vera, PascualLab Corporate Communications Manager; andNathaniel George Hipolito Manila Water Foundation, Inc. Environment Committee - 

Vice-Chair, League of Corporate Foundations & Program Operations Manager

Pascual Laboratories, Inc. (PascualLab),one of the well-loved Filipino-owned pharmaceutical companies,¹ inspired with a vision for Strong, Healthy families, recently received its first-ever Medal of Recognition from the prestigious League of Corporate Foundations (LCF) at the Dusit Thani in Makati. For helping pursue the triple bottom line of People, Planet, and Productivity for all through its own CSR program Sowing to Empower, Educate, and Develop (S.E.E.D.) - the LCF - the Filipino network of organizations supporting sectors in need, bestowed PascualLab a Medal of Recognition for excellence in CSR focus areas, including the environment and sustainable agriculture.  Anchored on the theme, “Diversity, Equity, and Inclusivity for Shared Prosperity”, this year’s expo awarded member-organizations the Guild Award and non-member organizations the Medal of Recognition which PascualLab received alongside Fluor Daniels Foundation.