ABS-CBN Gives Back Fans, Viewers and Followers With "Kapamilya, Thank You"

If you have been a loyal Kapamilya, a die-hard fan of loveteams and TV series, or a viewer who loves ABS-CBN because they have the shows you like, then you are indeed in a lucky time as the network launches their rewards program called “Kapamilya, Thank You.”

Those who sign up for a “Kapamilya, Thank You” membership may earn points and get rewards such as a meet and greet with a Kapamilya star, tickets to ABS-CBN Studio Tours and shows like “ASAP” and “It’s Showtime,” freebies from ABS-CBN Store, free access to ABS-CBN TVplus’ KBO and SKY Pay-Per-View, and free SMS, data, or calls via ABS-CBNmobile.

SM City Chengdu bags CCFA Golden Lily Award in China

SM Supermalls China scored a win at the 2017 China Chain Store and Franchise Association (CCFA) Golden Lily Awards for SM City Chengdu’s steadfast efforts to improve the consumer environment and for the mall’s over a decade of service to the community. The SM China mall was hailed ‘Best Community Shopping Center’ at the awards ceremonies last July 5, held in Nanjing, China.

Previous winners in the CCFA Golden Lily Awards included notable shopping centers, such as China’s Tianjin Joy City, Taiyuan Wanda Plaza, Shenzhen KK Mall, and Japanese brand Wuhan AEON Mall.

Blah Blah Blogs: The Story Of Lola Pera

Lola is always game for wacky shots.

July is an unhealthy month for my family, my father FPJ Sr., died of a heart failure due to his complications on the day the Oakwood Mutiny started. We did not know about the events as we were morning for the loss of our Papa. Recently it also claimed the life of my maternal grandmother Felisa, who was born in 1931, in our province at La Union.

Deaths were also frequent this year with relatives like our Uncle Terry  who also died a few months ago. But for Lola's condition it came gradually and lasted months. We were hoping that she would reach her 100th birthday and claim the Centenarian prize of P100,000 because she was strong yet stubborn.

Kerry Washington is Know-It-All, Nerdy Analyst in "Cars 3"

Multi-awarded African-American actress Kerry Washington (Django Unchained, TV's Scandal), lends her voice to Natalie Certain, a highly respected statistical analyst who knows her numbers, in Disney-Pixar's No.1 US box-office hit Cars 3 (in Philippine cinemas July 26, 2017).

Book-smart and mathematically gifted, Certain is a fresh voice in the racing world. But while she may earn top marks in her ability to evaluate a racer’s stats, she could be underestimating the importance of determination.

RCBC reveals “We believe in you” philosophy

Rizal Commercial Bank Corporation (RCBC), one of the leading universal banks in the Philippines, today unveils its new corporate logo and tagline “We believe in you,” which signals the start of a new era of providing excellent and trusted banking services for Filipinos.

“This milestone signals the arrival of a more committed, refreshed and re-energized RCBC, that is ready to meet the demands of the ever-changing Philippine banking industry,” said RCBC President and CEO Gil A. Buenaventura.

“We believe in you” is not just a tagline for RCBC, but a battle cry to show our unwavering support and trust to the indomitable Filipino spirit. At the same time, this new corporate thrust is meant to encourage Filipinos not only to dream, but to pursue their passions and dreams, and turn them into reality – whether it’s traveling to your dream destination, venturing into a new business, or purchasing a new home or car,” Buenaventura stressed.

Actor Ian Veneracion finds a new love . . . in Ascof Lagundi

At 42, actor Ian Veneracion has become
 more discerning of his life choices. That is why
 he places his full trust only in Ascof Forte
Menthol Syrup as his cough remedy,
as it is made from 100% organically grown Lagundi leaves. 

At age 42, gentleman actor and reluctant heartthrob Ian Veneracion appears to be a star whose time has come. Although he started acting at the age of 5, Veneracion’s career took a long, circuitous route to leading man status, something he finally achieved when he was cast as a swoon-worthy hero in hit TV soaps. 

Today he seems unstoppable, his career trajectory leading him to a place that much younger and more aggressive actors have yet to reach. 

Ironically, it is from this enviable place that Veneracion now seeks balance even as he appreciates the perks of stardom. He has kept the debonair good looks that make fans—age 18 to 80—swoon, yes, but the Gen X actor now finds fulfillment in matters that are more constant and stable, and less transitory. 

This probably has much to do with being married to a loving wife and having three wonderful children. Veneracion readily affirms that there is always more to life than the glitz of show business.

Kenneth Branagh Must Evacuate Soldiers Trapped in "Dunkirk"

Oscar-nominee Kenneth Branagh (Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets) plays Bolton, the naval commander in charge of The Mole, a perilous eight-foot-wide pier that becomes the British soldiers' narrow gateway to freedom, in Christopher Nolan's new epic action thriller Dunkirk (in Philippine cinemas July 20).