Meet The Winning Underdog Team In Mikhail Red’s Esports Film “Friendly Fire”

Mikhail Red helms to win in his latest upcoming movie “Friendly Fire” starring Coleen Garcia, Loisa Andalio, Yves Flores, Jan Bautista, Harvey Silverio and Bob Jbeili.

From Black Cap Pictures, “Friendly Fire” follows a team of underdogs in the highly competitive world of esports that is put to a test when their star player suddenly quits for the bigger gains.  One fateful day, while playing the popular shooter game PROJECT: XANDATA–Hazel (Andalio), with the username Kaya, is randomly matched against Team ISLA, the Philippine national e-sports team. During the intense and widely viewed match, Hazel takes a lucky sniper shot killing half of the enemy team. That one spectacular move goes viral among the online gaming community, making her an instant gaming sensation. The next day Hazel is visited and recruited by Sonya Wilson (Garcia), visionary entrepreneur and founder of Team ISLA. Sonya, also a gamer, wishes to put Philippine e-sports on the global map and invites Hazel to live and train at the Team’s gaming house, with the promise of turning her into a professional e- sports athlete.

Manulife and MCBL Receive Golden Arrow Awards for Corporate Governance

Manulife Philippines and Manulife China Bank Life Assurance Corporation (MCBL) recently won two Golden Arrow Awards for exemplary performance in corporate governance. The awards were given by the Institute of Corporate Directors at their Global Governance Summit held on September 19, 2024.

The Institute of Corporate Directors (ICD) recognizes publicly listed corporations that have exhibited observable conformance with the Philippine Code of Corporate Governance and internationally recommended corporate governance practices promoted by the ASEAN Corporate Governance Scorecard (ACGS) and Corporate Governance Scorecard (CGS). The ACGS and CGS measure fair stakeholder treatment, accountability and transparency, and board effectiveness on the strategic management of a company, based on publicly available disclosures.

Under Armour Unveils The Slipspeed™ Mega: The Ultimate In Versatility And Comfort

Under Armour is excited to announce the grand launch of the SlipSpeed™ Mega, a revolutionary new sneaker that redefines versatility and performance. Designed for the modern athlete and trendsetter alike, the SlipSpeed™ Mega adapts to every moment of your day with its innovative dual-mode functionality.

The Ultimate in Flexibility: Slip Mode and Speed Mode

The SlipSpeed™ Mega introduces two distinct modes: Slip Mode and Speed Mode, offering unparalleled adaptability for any activity. Slip Mode, activated when the heel is down, is perfect for more relaxed moments, from café meetups to long-haul flights. Speed Mode, engaged when the heel is up, is designed for those high-energy, no-chill activities like gym sessions and dance events.

Kim Won-shik Drops Lovely Second Single “Hello My Love”

Kim Won Shik returns with his second single, "Hello My Love," a heartfelt ballad track that captures the essence of unwavering love and commitment. This track, with its delicate melody and sincere lyrics, is poised to resonate with anyone who has experienced the magic of true love—just like in a K-Drama.

The song beautifully blends English and Korean lyrics, expressing the deep emotions of someone who has found their one true love. With a gentle melody and sincere lyrics, Kim Won Shik serenades listeners with the promise of enduring love, making "Hello My Love" a perfect tune for anyone who believes in the power of a lifelong connection. According to Kim Won Shik, “You know when someone falls in love, it feels like the world turns upside down. This song captures that feeling—how delicate, unbelievable, and wonderful it is.”

What makes “Hello My Love” stand out is its seamless transition between languages, allowing Kim Won Shik to connect with a broader audience. He shares, “My previous single was only in English, but this time, we added Korean lyrics in the second verse. So, you’ll hear me singing in Korean too, which makes it even more special.”

Tiny Beautiful Things: Finding Familiar Communities with Anonymous Voice

Making its Philippine premiere, TINY BEAUTIFUL THINGS: A Play About Life – In Letters will serve as The Sandbox Collective’s season finale this November 2024, capping off the theatrical company’s 10th-year anniversary season, #SandboxNowandTen.

Straddling the line between fiction and non-fiction, TINY BEAUTIFUL THINGS: A Play About Life – In Letters draws its plot from author Cheryl Strayed’s stint as an anonymous advice columnist. Director Jenny Jamora sought to create a set that was at once nebulous and familiar, while never straying from the physical constraints of Sugar’s apartment, noting the collaborative journey both the actors and the artistic team have taken to create the world of TINY BEAUTIFUL THINGS. “How much Sugar shares of herself is reflected in how she and the letter writers share the physical space,” she shares. “The space is physically the same, but toward the end of the play the way they use it should also reflect the community this group of people has become.”

Instituto Cervantes’ Film Fest PELÍCULA Ends with More than 6,000 Viewers

The 23rd edition of the PELÍCULA>Pelikula Spanish Film Festival, organized by Instituto Cervantes de Manila, concluded successfully after a dynamic week of Spanish and Latin American cinema at the Red Carpet Cinemas, Shangri-La Plaza. With over 6,500 attendees, the festival ran from October 5 to 13, 2024, offering a rich selection of different kinds of films and events that captivated Filipino viewers.

The closing weekend saw strong audience engagement, with back-to-back full-house screenings. The Festival wrapped up on 13 October with the awarding of the Premio del Público (Audience Choice Award), which went to Dani de la Orden's Casa en llamas (2024). The film, a dark comedy about a woman’s determined yet chaotic attempt to reunite her family, captured viewers' hearts. The movie has made waves in the cinematic world, bagging several national awards and becoming the highest-grossing Catalan film of all time. The recognition that this film has received underscores the importance of supporting and promoting such works, as they reflect the cultural mosaic of Spain and highlight the unique narratives that each region brings to the cinematic landscape.

7-Eleven Marks 40th Year With The Opening of Their 4000th Store

Philippine Seven Corporation (PSC), the exclusive licensee of 7-Eleven in the Philippines, celebrates their 40th year in the Philippines with the opening of their 4000th store in Newport District, Pasay City. This marks the impact of the brand to Filipinos as a provider of needs and convenience throughout these years. 

7-eleven has become synonymous with the word convenience store which also adapted to the needs and wants of Filipinos in terms of food, specialty items, home necessities and more. They have also expanded their services in which some shops can process load, bills payments, and more through their CLIQQ machines and ATMs.