OFALSA at SUNICO Online Fundraising Concert Set on Feb. 5

In the last two years of lockdown, the Friends for Cultural Concerns of the Philippines has been hardpressed  to raise funds to continue supporting its 28 student-artist-scholars.

To continue a successful attempt to fundraise by means of an online recital of some of its scholars, the FCCP will feature tenor Radnel Ofalza with pianist Dr. Raul Sunico, who also chairs the Scholarship Committee, in a recital on February 5 at 8PM (Philippine time) via Zoom. 

Radnel, who has been a scholar of the FCCP since he was a college student at the University of Santo Tomas is now taking his Masters in voice at the Mannes School of Music in New York City.

Other FCCP scholars who will participate in this online production are sopranos Athena Marsha Macatangay and Donna Klariz Baluyut.

A donation of P1,000 corresponds to 1 link and can be deposited to the FCCP's Metrobank account # 292 3 29280045 3. Please email a copy of the proof of payment to: fccpoffice@yahoo.com.ph for a zoom link.

The road to supremacy begins February 18 for teams in MPL-PH Season 9

The strongest Mobile Legends: Bang Bang Professional League in the Southeast Asian region returns on February 18, 2022, with the theme Lakas ng Pinas. The strength of the Filipino esports players was strongly epitomized during the M3 World Championship, as two top teams, Blacklist International and ONIC PH took the first and second-runner up positions in the international tournament, setting the nation as the most powerful contender in the world. 

The most-anticipated season comprises Bren Esports, Echo, Smart Omega, Nexplay EVOS, TNC Pro, RSG Philippines, ONIC PH, and the defending champion Blacklist International. The eight franchised teams will compete for a prize pool of USD 150,000 this season.

Leading tech brand Samsung joins as the season's official mobile device partner which includes brand integration throughout the tournament.

Halik Ni Gringo returns with pandemic-themed rock anthem “HOME ALONE”

Alt-metal band Halik Ni Gringo unveils “HOME ALONE,” its latest release since 2021's “Injustice For All.” 

“HOME ALONE” explores themes of social deprivation and paranoia during the pandemic as the world faces another surge in COVID infections brought about by the latest Omicron variant. 

"It's 2022 but it still feels like 2020," says frontman Joey Santos. "We've made huge strides as regards medicine and treating COVID, but progress in The Philippines continues to lag behind our Asian neighbors. The lyrics came quick - I felt like they've been swimming in my head the whole time under lockdown. All I needed to do was fish them out and put pen to paper." 

Rated Korina Gets Up-Close And Candid With The Presidentiables

With the presidential elections barely three months away, netizens have been all agog with the barrage of past media interviews featuring top presidential candidates led by Senator Ping Lacson, Vice-President Leni Robredo, ex-Senator Bongbong Marcos, Senator Manny Pacquiao, and former Manila Mayor Isko Moreno.

For a refreshing change of pace, multi-awarded broadcast journalist Korina Sanchez-Roxas offers an intimate and candid glimpse into the private lives of these future leaders in her Rated Korina special episode dubbed “Upuan ng Katotohan,” airing this Saturday, February 5, 5:00pm on A2Z Channel 11, 7:30pm on TV5, 10:30pm on Kapamilya Channel, and Sunday, February 6, via OnePH, 7:00pm.

Huawei Philippines Opens Pre-orders for flagship P50 Pro and P50 Pocket

Huawei welcomes the Philippines to the new era of smartphone aesthetics and mobile photography. Following its preorder announcement, they officially released the flagship King HUAWEI P50 Pro and the most beautiful foldable smartphone P50 Pocket with a generous amount of freebies. 

The HUAWEI P50 Pro and HUAWEI P50 Pocket are equipped with the latest imaging technology for users to enjoy unrivaled camera performance. These are also designed in collaboration with haute couture designer, Iris van Herpen. Moreover, both introduce a new True-Form Dual-Matrix camera system which offers a perfect combination of form and function. And equipped with advanced imaging processors, HUAWEI XD Optics and XD Fusion Pro Image Engine for users to enjoy improved image clarity, high dynamic range, and intelligent computational photography.

Top Valentine’s Day Gifts for Every Zodiac Sign

Check out Shopee's Gadget Zone this February 3 to enjoy big discounts on the best tech gifts you can get for your special someone

Most of us have, at some point, turned to the stars to find out more about our special someone. Zodiac signs are like personality cheat-sheets, giving us a fun and entertaining way to understand what makes our loved ones tick. With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, those birth charts will come in handy in picking out a present that our significant other will surely appreciate.

Whether you’re present-hunting for a meticulous Virgo or a rebellious Aquarius, Shopee has you covered with big discounts on the best tech gifts when you shop on Gadget Zone this February 3. 

Celebrity moms Joyce Pring and Sophie Albert zero in on handwashing as added protection against COVID-19

Handwashing remains as one of the most effective precautions against COVID-19 alongside social distancing, wearing of face masks, and vaccination. With the emergence of COVID-19 variants, one thing remains constant – the safety protocols mandated by experts aimed at reducing COVID-19 transmissions. 

COVID-19 infections among children have been rising due to the emergence of new variants, which leads parents to think of more ways on how they could double-up their children’s protection against the virus. Even TV personalities and actresses such as Joyce Pring and Sophie Albert have been taking extra precaution especially since they have newborns.