AFAD opens 31st Defense & Sporting Arms Show Part 2 at Megamall

The Association of Firearms and Ammunition Dealers of the Philippines, Inc. (AFAD) is set to open the 31st Defense & Sporting Arms Show (DSAS) Part 2 on Tuesday, November 18, at the SM Megamall Trade Hall in Mandaluyong City. The show runs from November 18 to 21, from 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., continuing the country’s longest-running and most recognized firearms showcase.

Following the successful DSAS held in July at the SMX Convention Center in Pasay, this upcoming November run—now happening at the SM Megamall Trade Hall in Mandaluyong—brings together around 40 exhibitors featuring the latest firearms innovations, upgraded models, advanced accessories, and new locally manufactured products, while also reinforcing AFAD’s advocacy for responsible and educated gun ownership.

Oasis Gaming Shines as VALORANT Champions at Predator League 2026 Philippines

NAOS Esports wins inaugural League of Legends tournament for Predator League.

Day 2 of Predator League featured League of Legends for the first time and the FPS staple VALORANT in front of a lively crowd at the SM North EDSA Annex. NAOS Esports claimed the League of Legends title over favorites West Point Esports - Academy. Meanwhile, Oasis Gaming solidified their status as a major VALORANT team in the country against Xipto Esports. Both VALORANT teams secured their spots in the Asia Pacific Predator League 2026 Grand Finals in New Delhi, India.

Once-In-A-Lifetime VR Experience For MoA From 8 December To 24 December Only

<TOMORROW x TOGETHER VR CONCERT : HEART ATTACK>

Announcement – Exciting news for MOA! Gen Z icons  TOMORROW X TOGETHER, known for their powerful performances, youthful energy, and emotionally resonant storytelling through music, announces their and much-anticipated VR concert, <TOMORROW X TOGETHER VR CONCERT : HEART ATTACK>, which is confirmed to be shown in MANILA exclusively at Gateway Cineplex from 8 December to 24 December, 2025. Tickets will be available starting 22 November Saturday at 12PM via TicketNet.com.ph and TicketNet outlets. Presented by Wilbros Live.

Set against the backdrop of a real-world fantasy that begins on a campus, traverses diverse spaces and times, including pink skies, racing tracks, and aurora-filled winter landscapes. From heart-fluttering confessions and powerful performances to deep resonance, TOMORROW X TOGETHER's music expands into a cinematic journey, once again capturing the hearts of their fandom, MOA.

Palawan Group and DITO Join Forces to Expand Nationwide Access to Connectivity

Palawan Pawnshop–Palawan Express Pera Padala and PalawanPay have partnered with DITO to offer nationwide load distribution across 3,500+ branches and via the app.

Palawan Pawnshop–Palawan Express Pera Padala (PPS-PEPP) and PalawanPay, from the trusted Palawan Group of Companies, have officially partnered with DITO Telecommunity to launch nationwide distribution of DITO buy-load services. Through this collaboration, millions of Filipinos can now conveniently purchase DITO load at more than 3,500 PPS-PPEP branches across the country, as well as through the PalawanPay app. This move further strengthens  Palawan Group’s growing ecosystem, making it easier for customers to manage their financial and digital needs in one trusted platform as well as help DITO bring its mobile services closer to Filipinos.

AstraZeneca and Diabetes Philippines Launch Movement to Combat a Disease Affecting Millions of Filipinos

(L-R) Dr. Fatma Tiu and Dr. Rey Rosales of Diabetes Philippines, Dr. Cyril Tolosa from AstraZeneca, and Mr. Reynaldo Abacan Jr. are united in the call to stop diabetes in a media conference held at EDSA Shangri-La Hotel.

Coinciding with World Diabetes Day, Diabetes Philippines and AstraZeneca officially launched the ‘STOP Diabetes ACT NOW,’ issuing an urgent call for Filipinos to have earlier screening for diabetes, a lifestyle disease affecting 4.7 million Filipino adults1 and the fifth leading cause of death in the country,2 and to significantly reduce the risk of developing severe life-threatening complications.

Converge Goes Beyond Connectivity with New Super FiberX and GameChanger Plans

Converge officially unveiled its latest plans during X4U: Amped Up Life with the Power of X, held at the Trinoma Activity Center. As part of the three-day XLounge MNL activation, the launch treated attendees to an exhilarating evening of immersive experiences that featured interactive games, live music performances, and exclusive prizes.

The Philippines’ top-performing Internet provider revealed the upgraded Super FiberX ULTRA, its most affordable 1 Gbps plan yet — delivering top-tier speeds at an unbeatable value.

Previously peaking at 800 Mbps, this all-new Gigabit plan embraces the future of connectivity — that’s 200 Mbps more speed for the same price. Now, Converge subscribers can take advantage of colossal speeds for their data-intensive digital needs for ₱2,599/month. 

C&E Adaptive Learning Solutions Named APAC Growth Leader by Instructure

John Emyl Eugenio, COO, and Gerric Gomez, VP for Business Development and Growth Markets of C&E ALS, receive the APAC Pipeline Powerhouse Award from Instructure for their outstanding contribution to digital learning innovation.

C&E Adaptive Learning Solutions (C&E ALS) has been recognized by Instructure, the global company behind Canvas LMS, as the recipient of the APAC Pipeline Powerhouse Award for its outstanding contribution to advancing digital education across the Asia-Pacific region.

The award celebrates Instructure’s top-performing partners who have demonstrated excellence in growth, collaboration, and innovation in driving the adoption of education technology.

Strengthening Digital Learning Partnerships

The recognition was received by John Emyl Eugenio, Chief Operating Officer, and Gerric Gomez, Vice President for Business Development and Growth Markets of C&E ALS. For the company, the award represents not only business success but also a shared commitment to making education more inclusive and future ready.

BUM Black Army Launches Weekend Bodega Sale Starting November 15-16, 2025.

Malabon City, Philippines BUM Black Army is excited to announce the launch of its Weekend Bodega Sale, happening every weekend starting November 15-16, 2025. Fans of the brand and bargain hunters alike can look forward to unbeatable deals on apparel and accessories, making this one of the biggest sale events of the season.

The Bodega Sale offers a wide range of price-friendly options for shoppers, with items marked down to as low as P80, P100, P120, P150, P200, and P250. Shoppers can also enjoy up to 50% OFF on selected BUM Black Army pieces, including shirts, pants, jackets, and lifestyle essentials.

Adding even more excitement, BUM Black Army introduces special bundle offers during the sale:

• Any 3 for P100
• Any 3 for P200
• Any 3 for P300

Let the End Times Roll. Watch Fallout Season Two Trailer

The second season of Amazon MGM Studios and Kilter Films’ critically acclaimed hit series will premiere globally on Prime Video December 17, 2025

Today, Prime Video debuted the official trailer and new episodic images for the second season of its critically acclaimed global hit series, Fallout. The highly anticipated eight-episode season will premiere on December 17, 2025, with one episode rolling out weekly until the season finale on February 4, 2026. The epic trailer showcases action-packed sequences, mutated creatures, exciting cast reveals - Kumail Nanjiani and Macaulay Culkin - and thrilling mysteries on the wasteland’s horizon. The new season will pick up in the aftermath of Season One’s epic finale and take audiences along for a journey through the wasteland of the Mojave to the post-apocalyptic city of New Vegas. Season Two will premiere exclusively on Prime Video in more than 240 countries and territories worldwide.

Brand-New Trailer For “The End Of An Era,” The 6-Episode Behind-The-Scenes Docuseries Chronicling The Record-Breaking Success Of “Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour”

First Two Episodes of “The End of an Era” (6-Episode Docuseries)

Premiere Exclusively on Disney+ Starting December 12

A brand-new trailer for “The End of an Era,” the 6-episode docuseries event chronicling the development, impact, and inner-workings of “Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour,” is now available. “The End of an Era” is an illuminating docuseries on Disney+ that gives an intimate look at Taylor’s life as her tour made headlines and thrilled fans around the world. In addition, the series features Gracie Abrams, Sabrina Carpenter, Travis Kelce, Ed Sheeran, and Florence Welch, along with her band, dancers, crew, and family members – offering never-before-seen insight into what it took to create a phenomenon. Two episodes will debut each week beginning December 12.