Tested by Daily Life: How the nubia V80 Max Keeps Up with Filipinos

Life in the Philippines doesn’t come with a “gentle mode.” From packed MRT rides and sudden rain showers to long workdays and weekend trips, your phone needs to survive real life and not just look good on paper. That’s where the nubia V80 Max comes in: a super durable, super smart smartphone built for everyday Pinoy routines.

Here’s how it fits into real Filipino scenarios:

For Students: Built for Backpacks, Crowds, and Cram Sessions

Between rushing to classes, stuffing phones into backpacks, and moving between buildings under unpredictable weather, student life is tough on gadgets.

A fresh sound for 2026: Christian Bautista to release city pop-inspired anthem “Sa’yo Lamang”

The track pairs modern pop ballad with groove-driven polish

​​Celebrated as Asia’s Romantic Balladeer, Christian Bautista embraces his signature romantic charm while exploring a fresh sonic direction—pairing nostalgic pop glow with a stylish, contemporary edge.

In “Sa’yo Lamang,” his new single under Sony Music Entertainment, Bautista embraces the romantic love song template with renewed confidence, pairing its feel-good energy with sophisticated production and city pop grooves. Imagine the neon glow of ‘80s Tokyo at twilight, yet the atmosphere feels distinctly Pinoy in its comforting glory. That’s how it sounds.

“Sa’yo Lamang captures exactly where I am musically and emotionally: fully committed, joyful, and ready to connect,” shares the award-winning OPM icon. “This year I’m all in. I want listeners to feel uplifted, have fun, and start the year with good energy.”

Ghostface returns. For Sidney’s daughter.

Watch the “Like Mother, Like Daughter” featurette for “SCREAM 7,” in cinemas starting February 25

Go behind-the-scenes with Neve Campbell and Isabel May as they discuss the relationship between Sidney and her daughter, Tatum – and how Sidney’s past comes back to haunt them both – in this new featurette for Scream 7. The latest film in the cult favorite franchise is directed by co-creator and co-writer Kevin Williamson, and also stars Courteney Cox, Anna Camp, Joel McHale, Mckenna Grace, Ethan Embry and Mark Consuelos. 

Floyd Mayweather Vs. Manny Pacquiao Set For Blockbuster Professional Rematch Streaming Live Globally On Netflix Saturday, September 19

Historic bout marks the first-ever boxing match to be held at Sphere in Las Vegas

Two of the greatest icons in boxing history, Floyd “Money” Mayweather (50-0, 27 KOs) and Manny “Pac-Man” Pacquiao (62-8-3, 39 KOs), will meet in a professional rematch on Saturday, September 19, 2026 at Sphere in Las Vegas. With Mayweather officially coming out of retirement, this once-in-a-generation event will stream live globally on Netflix to its 325+ million subscribers at no additional cost.

This landmark night represents a major milestone for both the sport and the city of Las Vegas, as the first-ever professional boxing match to take place at Sphere. The production will utilize the venue’s advanced technologies to provide fans with an immersive experience unlike any other in boxing history. 

The rematch follows the 2015 “Fight of the Century,” a monumental event that remains the richest in boxing history. Their first meeting shattered every standing benchmark, generating a record 4.6 million pay-per-view buys. The event also set a world-record live gate of $72 million at the MGM Grand Garden Arena. Now, over a decade later, these two titans return to the ring to settle the score on the world’s most technologically advanced stage.

TCL Elevates Olympic Winter Games for Fans and Athletes at Milano Cortina 2026, Empowering Audiences Worldwide with Vision of “It’s Your Greatness”

TCL Edelweiss Land launches at Milan Central Station, showcasing innovation in the heart of the city

TCL, a leading global technology company and a Worldwide Olympic and Paralympic Partner, celebrated the opening of the Olympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026 with the launch of its “It’s Your Greatness” campaign and the inauguration of its creative showcase, TCL Edelweiss Land, at the Piazza Duca d’Aosta in front of Milan Central Station. Key guests attended the opening on 5 February, including Kirsty Coventry, President of the International Olympic Committee, Kevin Wang, CEO, TCL Technology, and Dr. Yan, CTO of TCL Technology and CTO of TCL CSOT.

Literary phenomenon “Reminders of Him” by #1 New York Times bestselling author Colleen Hoover gets adapted for the big screen

In PH cinemas March 11

Published in 2022, Colleen Hoover’s Reminders of Him has sold more than six million copies in the United States, and has been translated into forty-five languages. Now, Reminders of Him is transformed into a feature film about motherhood, redemption, and the power of love in overcoming every obstacle. The film is helmed by an all-female filmmaking team, with Vanessa Caswill leading as the director. The screenplay is a collaboration between Lauren Levine and Colleen Hoover, and it stars Maika Monroe, Tyriq Withers, Laren Graham, and Bradley Whitford.

Reminders of Him begins with a perfect outing between Kenna (Maika Monroe), and her boyfriend. A horrible mistake follows that sends Kenna to prison, and released seven years later. The journey of trying to rebuild her life begins, as well as a chance to reunite with her daughter Diem, who she has never known. 

Space data to support environmental protection for Palawan and Tubbataha under new PhilSA agreements

The Philippine Space Agency (PhilSA) formalized strategic partnerships with the Palawan Council for Sustainable Development (PCSD) and the Tubbataha Management Office (TMO) to enhance the use of Space Science, Technology, and Applications (SSTA) in creating maps to advance environmental protection, sustainable development, and evidence-based policymaking in Palawan.

The agreements were signed on 13 February 2026 in Puerto Princesa City through separate five-year Memoranda of Agreement (MOA) at the PCSD Building with PCSD Executive Director Atty. Teodoro Matta, TMO Protected Area Superintendent Angelique Songco, and PhilSA Director General Gay Jane P. Perez, Ph.D., represented by Space Information Infrastructure Bureau (SIIB) Director Ariel C. Blanco, Ph.D.

Create Your Life’s Soundtrack with Lyria 3 on Gemini

Whether it’s a sunset photo from an El Nido trip or a wayward thought shared while stuck in EDSA traffic, every moment in your life little or grand can now have its own perfect, fitting soundtrack. That’s because Google is launching Lyria 3, a generative music model available directly within Gemini.

Lyria 3 is a digital instrument that gives people a new way to express themselves. By describing an idea or scenario, or uploading a photo, Gemini generates a 30-second, high-quality track with lyrics and cover art that matches exactly what you’re looking for or the vibe you’re chasing. With simply a prompt, you can choose the genre—from upbeat pop to chill acoustic and everything else that’s available—and adjust the tempo, vocals, and style to fit your vision.

Ilocos Sur Festival 2026 is The People’s Celebration standing as ONE Ilocos Sur

For twelve unforgettable days, Ilocos Sur Festival 2026 turned the province into one big, beating heart of culture, faith, fun, and community pride. From sunrise prayer to late-night concerts, every corner of Ilocos Sur had a story to tell—and everyone, from farmers and fisherfolk to balikbayans and Gen Z creatives, had a place in the celebration.

The festival opened with the Ilocos Sur Trade and Food Fair, where local government units, MSMEs, and artisans transformed simple booths into eye-catching galleries of culture and creativity. From the Municipality of Caoayan’s winning booth to innovative products like Double Cacao Delight and Ube Vinegar, the fair proved that Ilocano craftsmanship and entrepreneurship are very much alive and thriving. Artisans also took the spotlight in on-the-spot craft demos and the Most Innovative Product Competition, blending tradition with modern market appeal.

For dust you are. Watch the official trailer for “LEE CRONIN’S THE MUMMY,” in cinemas April 15

And to dust you shall return.

One month after debuting the teaser trailer for “Lee Cronin’s The Mummy,” Warner Bros. Pictures has launched the official trailer for the latest horror film from the cult-favorite director of “Evil Dead Rise.” Directed by Cronin, “Lee Cronin’s The Mummy” is produced by James Wan, Jason Blum and John Keville, and stars Jack Reynor, Laia Costa, May Calamawy, Natalie Grace, with Veronica Falcón. It opens only in cinemas April 15, 2026.

Watch the newly launched official trailer: https://youtu.be/Dg8AzYx6Tsw

#LeeCroninsTheMummy only in cinemas April 15

Hot off the record-setting resurrection of “EVIL DEAD RISE,” writer/director Lee Cronin turns to one of the most iconic horror stories of all time with an audacious and twisted retelling: “LEE CRONIN’S THE MUMMY.”