Author: Lion's Den

Sun Life Prosperity World Voyager Fund, a fund managed by Sun Life Asset Management Company, Inc. (SLAMCI), was recognized by the CFA Society Philippines (CFAP) as the 2023 Best Managed Fund of the Year in the Equity Fund, Dollar category. The honor was bestowed based on the Sun Life Prosperity World Voyager Fund’s strong and consistent performance versus other funds in its category. Sun Life Prosperity World Voyager Fund provides access to global equities, navigating through various geographic markets without being constrained by the performance of specific types of indices. This allows investors to seize the best opportunities across the…

As life gets busier, staying on top of all the ever-expanding household chores and duties can be challenging. Worse, these menial tasks tend to get in the way of making the time spent at home less about family or recharging for another week ahead. From piles of dirty clothes to dusty covers and beddings, doing laundry can be a huge drain in time as well as energy, especially when you’re working with an outdated, poor performing washer. Luckily, washing machines have vastly improved over the years with great new features and streamlined styles. Smarter, gentler, and much more energy-efficient, today’s…

A splash of milk is necessary for some of us when it comes to coffee and with customers being more health conscious brought forth by the popularity of milk alternatives such as plant-based milk, Seattle’s Best Coffee is expanding the options to its menu as it introduces the Black Sesame Oat Series, featuring the creamy taste of Oatside oat milk further enhanced with the delicate flavor of black sesame. Perfect for those looking for a healthier milk alternative for their coffee, this newest Seattle’s Best Coffee innovation with Oatside is made with oats that contains beta glucans — which is…

With the aim to drive sustainable growth in the regional real estate sector, the Subdivision and Housing Developers Association, Inc. (SHDA) is set to hold the 31st SHDA – DHSUD National Developers Convention, which is set to take place on October 5 and 6, 2023, at the Radisson Blu Hotel in Cebu City. With the theme “LOKAL NA BAI: Building National Growth Through Regional Development”. The convention is expected to be a gathering of around 300 developers, policymakers, suppliers, and other housing industry stakeholders to discuss and explore innovative strategies that can stimulate economic progress at the local level while…

After staging a sold-out concert last year at the Solaire Theatre, Pinoy rock queens Barbie Almalbis, Kitchie Nadal, Aia de Leon, Acel, Lougee Basabas-Alejandro, and Hannah Romawac continue their collaborative streak with the release of “Talinghaga,” their first single together as a group. Released under WATERWALK RECORDS, a music label focused on bringing fresh Christian music to a new, streaming generation, the praise anthem narrates their individual experiences walking in faith with God and finding him even in the most tumultuous of times. According to Aia de Leon, “Talinghaga” is an attempt to describe the manifold glory of our Holy…

Archipelago Labs (A-Labs), a Philippines-based startup accelerator, featured five promising tech startups during the first demo day of its ALAB Incubation Program. The portfolio companies showcased their innovative products, solutions, and high growth potential to investors, mentors, media, and key ecosystem players. The five early-stage startups were selected from over 100 applicants across the Philippines, and have an opportunity to receive up to P1 million startup funding from A-Labs and its extensive investor network, along with an exclusive membership to A-Labs Collective, the startup accelerator’s network of tech startup entrepreneurs, operators, and investors. The first cohort of startups who completed…

For many Filipinos, air travel is an expensive activity. Some think that in order to reach their dream destinations, they must shell out tens of thousands of pesos for the trip. First-time travelers would even say that it can be a nerve-wracking experience being thousands of feet off the ground. The intermittent turbulence can make your heart skip a beat. But getting great values on every flight and arriving at your destination safely and conveniently make the journey all worth it. This is the core of what Cebu Pacific offers to everyJuan who flies with it, especially first-timers, according to…

As the sun rises, our landscape comes alive, abuzz with restless energy of people embarking on their daily routines. With the sun shining up above, so begins a survival against the unmerciful heat.  The Inescapable Heat The morning commute becomes a test of resilience as we desperately search for shade. At noon, we yearn for air-conditioned relief. Armed with portable fans, we rush through afternoon errands. And come evening, we embrace the balmy night breeze despite the lingering humidity. Alas, from conquering work to juggling family commitments, there’s really no escaping the sweltering heat that follows us everywhere we go,…

Shopee ranked as the Most Valuable Retail Brand in the Philippines and Southeast Asia, garnering the highest Demand Power score among retailers, according to the 2023 Kantar BrandZ study on Top Performing Brands. Shopee also placed 8th on the list of Most Valuable Southeast Asian Brands, the only e-commerce platform in the top ten. The Kantar BrandZ 2023 Most Valuable Southeast Asian Brands rankings considered opinions on 1,700 brands across 78 categories and six markets. The methodology evaluated brands through a valuation tool that meticulously synthesizes financial analysis and consumer outlooks on categories such as Meaning, Difference, and Salience. According…

Mark your calendars because the newest spin-off of the world’s biggest singing competition, ‘The Voice Generations,’ is making its way to GMA this August 27. The Voice Generations is a showcase of voices and hearts that we will see in Asia for the first time. Hosting “The Voice Generations” is no less than Dingdong Dantes. The Kapuso Primetime King is the perfect choice to be at the front of GMA’s production of the world’s biggest singing contest title with his expertise in hosting — navigating the happy, but sometimes heartbreaking journeys of the talents in the competition. The show kicks…

Infinix is bringing gamers closer to their favorite Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB) heroes and browse the brand’s wide range of smartphones at the grand re-opening of its concept store at SM North EDSA Annex on August 11. The Infinix Grand Opening Ceremony unveiled an MLBB-themed store dedicated to avid players of the game. It features lifesize standees of popular MLBB heroes that customers could take photos with, gaming clips, and more fun activities for customers and mall goers to interact with. This was created in collaboration with MLBB as Infinix is the official sponsor of this year’s Mobile Legends:…

Multi-dimensional artist and producer yeule shares “ghosts”, the next single off their forthcoming album ‘softscars’ set for release on September 22nd via Ninja Tune. “ghosts” is led by a steady guitar rhythm featuring layered vocals and is written from the perspective of someone who is untethered to the physical realm. yeule shares about the song, “Love without obsession and an undying innocence, like shattered memories and floating so empty, finally, I am enfleshed after being so hollow…” The announcement follows their previously released double single “dazies”, a beautiful instrumental track featuring yeule on the piano alongside hushed murmured vocals. “fish…

Sydney-based artist BIRDEE 王煒 is slated to release her triumphant new single ‘Best  Mistake I Never Made’ via Disruptive Entertainment. According to the alt-pop singer-songwriter, the electro-pop track is about someone pleading for another chance, despite the situation being completely irreparable. BIRDEE 王煒 shares, “Best Mistake I Never Made is about a boy who wanted another chance that I never gave. You can call it a diss track, but to me, it’s being selfishly confident in having healthy boundaries. We tend to  focus on the mistakes we have made, but we never reflect on the mistakes we narrowly avoided.” The…

In less than a year since its relaunch as a dynamic multi-platform and mega news organization, GMA Integrated News has cemented its position as the ‘News Authority ng Filipino.’ Its flagship newscast, 24 Oras, continues to be the viewers’ choice for the latest news, breaking stories, as well as the biggest events here and abroad. Data from Nielsen TV Audience Measurement show that 24 Oras is still the most watched TV program for January 1 to July 31, 2023 in Total Philippines (combined Urban and Rural). It recorded a combined (GMA/GTV/IHM) people rating of 14.9 percent. Further, 24 Oras and…

GMA Music artist Gel Aquino delves into the depths of heartbreak with her latest self-penned emotional ballad “Ang Nais Ko,” now available on digital platforms worldwide. Inspired by personal experiences and stories of heartache, Gel poured her heart and soul into “Ang Nais Ko,” a song that resonates with those who have endured pain in their relationships. In the song, she shares her heartfelt desire for a relationship that is built in love, trust, and respect. “The inspiration for this song comes from those who have experienced heartbreak, especially women who have been hurt and become martyrs in their relationships.…

A new film about “GomBurZa” – the iconic trio of Filipino priests whose deaths in 1872 helped spark the Philippine Revolution of 1898 – will soon be released in Philippine cinemas. The roles of the three priests – Mariano Gomez, Jose Burgos, and Jacinto Zamora – are played by actors Dante Rivero, Cedric Juan and Enchong Dee, respectively. The film also features leading actors such as Piolo Pascual, Epi Quizon, Jaime Fabregas and Carlitos Siguion-Reyna. GomBurZa is directed by award-winning filmmaker Pepe Diokno. The full-length motion picture was produced by Jesuit Communications Foundation (JesCom) in partnership with MQuest Ventures Inc.…