Shortfilm ‘Pitaka’ goes viral as it tugs at the heartstrings of Filipino netizens

Pitaka, a short film directed by Chris Cahilig, touched the hearts of Filipinos as it depicted the story of a hardworking young man who set aside his own dreams to provide for his younger brother’s needs—and how the younger sibling showed his gratitude to kuya in the end.

Presented by McJim Classic Leather through its Get Reel online campaign, the video, which was upload on May 11, garnered over 630,000 views and 12,300 shares on Facebook in just five days.

Vivo's newest ‘perfect selfie’ phone V5s set for big launch at SM North Edsa

Top five premium global brand Vivo is set to spring yet another surprise for all selfie lovers as it launches its newest ‘perfect selfie’ phone, the Vivo V5s, on May 19, Friday, at SM City North Edsa Annex.

The big reveal will be graced by Vivo executives and key personalities in the smartphone and tech industry, including lifestyle blogger Verniece Enciso. Vivo fans and mall goers will also be entertained by lively performances from actor and model Tony Labrusca and BoybandPH members Ford Valencia, Joao Constancia, Niel Murillo, Russell Reyes, and Tristan Ramirez.

The new Vivo V5s will brandish the highly coveted 20-megapixel front camera with f2.0 aperture, which allows users to capture crystal clear, high-resolution selfies.

Jodi Sta. Maria to face life-changing decision in the Star Cinema film “Dear Other Self”

A woman in search of herself is the center of the story of the upcoming Star Cinema film “Dear Other Self,” which stars Jodi Sta. Maria, Joseph Marco, and Xian Lim, screening in key countries worldwide via TFC@theMovies starting May 25.

The film’s director Veronica Velasco shares that she and co-writer Jinky Laurel took inspiration from the former’s teenage daughter. “I noticed that because of the things they read on the internet, they become aware of different places around the world and they want to travel there”, she recalls. “These days, there is a concept of yolo or you only live once where some feel the need to leave everything behind and travel the world.  I was thinking, ‘what if that is the life she chose’, and thus ‘Dear Other Self’ was born.”

“Dear Other Self” tells the story of Becky (Sta. Maria), the breadwinner of the family who faces a life-changing decision in her life one day. One has her starting her day right, nailing a presentation, and getting promoted. The other has her waking up on the wrong side of the bed, flunking a presentation, and getting fired.

TELUS International Philippines Transforms a School at the 11th annual TELUS Days of Giving in Manila

Leading business outsourcing services provider TELUS International Philippines (TIP), in partnership with the non-profit organization, Hands on Manila (HOM), transformed a school and a community in Tondo, Manila during the company’s annual TELUS Days of Giving (TDOG) on May 13, 2017.

“TELUS Days of Giving are just one of the ways our company provides team members with the opportunity to showcase their commitment to the communities around the world where we live, work, and serve,” shared Jeffrey Puritt, President and CEO of TELUS International. “We reinforced our corporate philosophy, “we give where we live‟, right here in Manila when wecame together today to create a safe, clean, and comfortable learning environment for students to maximize their potential.”

Construction Show Construction Show Cebu remains relevant at 25

Marking its milestone at 25, Construction Show Cebu (CEBUCON) is set to take the center stage at the Sky Hall and Mountain Wing Atrium in SM Seaside City Cebu, from June 2 to 5, 2017. 

With the theme “25 Years of Building Business Networks in the Construction Industry in the Southern Philippines,” CEBUCON remains relevant by showcasing product solutions, innovations and expertise that meet the current and future demands of the industry in the region. It was first conceived and organized in 1993 to be aligned with the vision that Cebu will become a major gateway of trade and tourism in the region. CEBUCON Organizer L.A. Ducut & Company, Inc.’s managing director, Lilibeth D. Abais, said that this milestone event is evident that CEBUCON delivers its commitment to be a vital trade link between suppliers and their market in the region’s construction industry as the popular venue for product displays, launchings, market tests and networking event among industry trade professionals, suppliers and stakeholders.

Get 501® pesos off on Levi’s® iconic 501® jeans on May 20

In celebration of the 144th birthday of Levi’s®, the world’s original jean, the timeless brand is offering a special gift on May 20: P501 off and a limited edition 501® patch for every purchase of its iconic 501® jean. This nationwide promo will include purchases from Zalora and Lazada.

Levi’s® 501® jean, named by TIME Magazine in 2000 as the “fashion item of the 20th century,” has redefined the fashion sense of men and women since it was first released. The classic 501®, however, continues to be fresh and relevant, even as it maintains its vintage look and vibe.

This year, Levi’s® welcomed the newest addition to its 501® family—the 501® Skinny, a skinny jean with that coveted vintage look. The brand earlier introduced the 501® Stretch, the first time the iconic denim was offered in stretch while maintaining its original properties.

Jude Law Steals the Throne in "King Arthur: Legend of the Sword"

British actor Jude Law plays the villain Vortigern with equal measures of dignity and desperation in Warner Bros. Pictures' new epic action-adventure King Arthur: Legend of the Sword, in Philippine cinemas May 17, 2017.

King Arthur: Legend of the Sword is the bold new story that introduces a streetwise young Arthur (Charlie Hunnam) who runs the back alleys of Londonium with his gang, unaware of the life he was born for until he grasps hold of the sword Excalibur—and with it, his future.