BJ Mercantile expands portfolio through strategic partnership with THACO

BJ Mercantile Inc. (BJM), one of the country’s leading conglomerates, has significantly expanded its automotive portfolio through its partnership with Vietnamese automotive powerhouse THACO. Under the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), BJM will become the official sales, service, and parts distributor of THACO trucks and buses in the Philippines. 

From its modest beginnings in 1974 as an importer of used engines and trucks, BJM has grown into a dynamic group with interests spanning automotive, logistics, real estate, petroleum, cold storage, and marine transport. This new development enables BJM to continue to expand its presence in the commercial vehicle space by offering more choices to its loyal customers. Over the years, it has built a reputation for excellent after-sales service, technical expertise, and strong relationships.

Choose Your Flavorite: Jollibee’s Crunchy Chicken Sandwich Now Comes in Three Bold Flavors – Featuring New Endorser Andres Muhlach!

Jollibee takes crunchy, juicy goodness to new heights with the Jollibee Crunchy Chicken Sandwich now available in three bold dressing flavors—featuring two new exciting limited-time offer (LTO) options, Golden BBQ and Chili Cheese, alongside the fan-favorite Creamy Ranch. Designed to give chicken sandwich fans more ways to indulge, the Jollibee Crunchy Chicken Sandwich is all about choice, flavor, and full-on sarap.

To kick off the flavorful celebration, Jollibee introduces Andres Muhlach as the new face of the Jollibee Crunchy Chicken Sandwich. Already part of the growing Jollibee family, Andres now brings his youthful charm, star talent, and undeniable energy to champion this exciting line of bold flavors.

The “Smurfs” cast is smurfin’ epic! Character posters for “Smurfs”, available now!

Who’s your favorite Smurf? The character posters for the new Smurfs movie are now available! Directed by Chris Miller (Shrek the Third, Puss in Boots) and featuring an all-star cast that includes Rihanna, James Corden, Nick Offerman, Daniel Levy, Amy Sedaris, Natasha Lyonne, Sandra Oh, Octavia Spencer, Nick Kroll, Hannah Waddingham, Alex Winter, Maya Erskine, Billie Lourd, Xolo Maridueña, with Kurt Russell and John Goodman, Smurfs opens only in cinemas July 16. 

Watch the trailer: https://youtu.be/EMOBqPpfyes?si=lH3UC_6aRYqTteFf 

When Papa Smurf (John Goodman) is mysteriously taken by evil wizards, Razamel and Gargamel, Smurfette (Rihanna) leads the Smurfs on a mission into the real world to save him. With the help of new friends, the Smurfs must discover what defines their destiny to save the universe. SMURFS features an all-star voice cast including Rihanna, James Corden, Nick Offerman, JP Karliak, Daniel Levy, Amy Sedaris, Natasha Lyonne, Sandra Oh, Octavia Spencer, Nick Kroll, Hannah Waddingham, Alex Winter, Maya Erskine, Billie Lourd, Xolo Maridueña, with Kurt Russell and John Goodman.

Photo and Video Credit: “Paramount Pictures International”

Your AI Phone HONOR 400 5G Now Available via Globe Postpaid Plans

More options to get Your AI Phone, now available with GPlan 1799

Leading global smart devices provider HONOR Philippines just introduced its newest viral phone HONOR 400 5G in the market and it has been now announced that the AI Phone will hit the Globe stores soon starting with GPlan 1799 with Php 2,300 cashout. The mobile plan comes with 13GB Data, Unli All-net Call and Texts, Exclusive Perks and a FREE Jisulife Handheld Pro 1S. 

“HONOR 400 5G is, by far, the smartphone that we’re most proud of. It’s basically AI meeting top-of-the line specs and stunning design at a very affordable price point. This announcement makes our commitment to our HONOR fans true in providing them countless options to avail our products,” said Stephen Cheng, HONOR Philippines Vice President. 

Witness timeless tales of love, struggle and triumph this Pride Month with Ayala Malls Cinemas’ selection of “Reel Pride” films

With featured films “Pusong Mamon,” “Macho Dancer,” “Mahal Kita, Beksman,” and “Two and One”

Celebrate queer Filipino cinema classics with Reel Pride at Ayala Malls Cinemas, in celebration of Pride Month. Powerful, diverse, and trailblazing queer Filipino stories are back on the big screen from June 25 to July 1, 2025 at Ayala Malls Trinoma, Fairview Terraces, Market Market and Manila Bay cinemas.

Ayala Malls has been commemorating Pride Month with various initiatives and events this June. Continuing with the spirit of the month, Ayala Malls Cinemas, in partnership with Viva Films, showcases four iconic titles with themes of love, identity, and resilience. Get to watch Pusong Mamon (1998), Macho Dancer (1988), Mahal Kita, Beksman (2022), and Two and One (2022) in theaters, the way they were meant to be seen.

Watch the spine-chilling NEW TRAILER for “WEAPONS”, “Barbarian” director Zach Cregger’s latest horror/thriller

Are you watching?

#WeaponsMovie - only in theaters AUGUST 6, 2025

https://youtu.be/mvHJBNJM_CQ?si=utj-omy4OgBlMWcg

From New Line Cinema and Zach Cregger, the wholly original mind behind Barbarian, comes a new horror/thriller: “Weapons.”   

When all but one child from the same class mysteriously vanish on the same night at exactly the same time, a community is left questioning who or what is behind their disappearance.

The film stars Josh Brolin, Julia Garner, Alden Ehrenreich, Austin Abrams, Cary Christopher, with Benedict Wong, and Amy Madigan.

Steven Spielberg and David Koepp return to forge a new future with a new breed of dinosaurs in “Jurassic World Rebirth”

In PH cinemas July 2.

Original Jurassic Park (1993) director Steven Spielberg is back at the helm for the future of the series as an executive producer for Jurassic World Rebirth. For him, there’s no better way to bring his vision to life than with his OG partner, Jurassic Park screenwriter David Koepp, who’s now writing for the new film. 

LG Showcases Isaiah Cacnio's “Fragments” - A First at the National Museum of Natural History

As the country celebrates the 127th Philippine Independence Day, it has been a tradition of LG to celebrate the rich culture of the Philippines with their partnership with the National Museum of the Philippines. They also launched the next generation of OLED and QNED TVs with Affectionate Intelligence, their take on the growing role of AI in our lifestyles.

They also partnered Digital artist Isaiah Cacnio for a groundbreaking digital art exhibit that brings the nation’s rich culture, heritage, and biodiversity to life. In a special exhibit called "Fragments", they have launched his works, “What Breaks, Flows” “Stories in Stone,” and “Where Fire Begins” which utilizes the beautiful display of LG OLED TVs with the digital artworks by Cacnio.

Choi Bo Min Shines at the Beauty Empire Grand Media Con

The Beauty Empire Grand Media Con last June 17 was a star-studded affair. Apart from its stars Barbie Forteza, Kyline Alcantara, and Sam Concepcion, Korean star Choi Bo Min also attended the event.

Dressed to impress, Bomin looked dashing in a suit designed by the renowned Filipino fashion designer, Francis Libiran. His stylish ensemble perfectly complemented his charismatic presence, capturing the attention of fans and media alike.

Beauty Empire, which tells the story of the cutthroat beauty industry, is currently streaming on Viu and is set to premiere on GMA Prime on July 7. The series is getting a lot of attention, particularly after the release of its second episode, which showcased the undeniable chemistry of its stars. The on-screen interactions of Bo Min with Barbie and Kyline have been a focal point for viewers, drawing parallels to their playful TikTok collaborations that have taken social media by storm. One example of this is the viral TikTok of Bo Min and Barbie dancing “Me Jalo” inside a set that looks like a train, which has generated millions of views.

For more kilig moments and undeniable chemistry, catch Bo Min, Barbie, and Kyline in Beauty Empire, now airing on Viu and premiering on GMA starting July 7.

Century Tuna welcomes back Mt. Everest summiteer Jeno Panganiban

Century Tuna officially celebrates the return of mountaineer and Superbod athlete Jeno Panganiban to the Philippines after successfully reaching the top of Mount Everest, the world’s highest summit.

Through a couple of months of relentlessly climbing the unforgiving terrain and enduring the frigid climate of Mount Everest, Jeno has etched his name in Philippine history as the youngest male Filipino who has reached its summit in almost two decades, inspiring a new generation of Filipinos to embrace the challenge of facing their own summit with strength and proper nutrition.

Century Tuna honors his monumental achievement and welcomes Jeno home, shining a spotlight on his triumphant ascent. He embodies strength, endurance, and resilience in his pursuit to reach the summit of the world. 

“When we were approaching the summit, I approached it with pride because by that time, we knew that the whole nation was watching us. And I felt emotional because I was able to carry the Philippine flag to the top of the world,” Jeno shared as he recounted the once-in-a-lifetime experience.