Author: Lion's Den

Clara Benin celebrates the release of her sophomore studio album with a major concert happening at the Music Museum on September 22, 2023 (Friday), from 8pm onwards. Aptly titled ‘befriending my tears, a Clara Benin concert,’ the show chronicles Benin’s journey as an artist coming to terms with self-acceptance and healing while showcasing musical maturity through years of experience and growth. “Headlining my concert at the Music Museum feels incredibly exciting and a bit nerve-wracking,” the Filipino singer-songwriter shares. “I think that the venue’s classic charm and quality acoustics make it the perfect place to perform my new album! I…

Jesuit Communications (JesCom) has released on music streaming platforms an upbeat song entitled “Sa Duyan ng Bayan” sung by music icons Noel Cabangon, Ebe Dancel and Gloc-9. “Sa Duyan ng Bayan”—which is composed by music educator and singer Krina Cayabyab, with rap lyrics written by Gloc-9—is JesCom’s contribution to the country’s celebration of National Heroes’ Day. The four-minute track combines folk-rock, alternative rock and hip-hop genres. Blending the diverse musical styles was a welcome challenge for Krina. “Each of their work on ‘Sa Duyan ng Bayan’ is so inspiring,” she says of the singers. “I enjoyed very much their voices…

GMA Public Affairs’ multi-awarded documentary program “The Atom Araullo Specials” once again raised the Philippine flag as it won the “Best Current Affairs Programme made in Asia for Regional Asia and/or International Markets” at this year’s ContentAsia Awards for the documentary “Mata sa Dilim.” First aired in 2022, the winning documentary delved into how online sexual abuse and exploitation of children has become a silent pandemic, with cases of online child sex abuse worsening amid the COVID-19 pandemic. “The whole team is elated to receive this recognition from ContentAsia. We want to dedicate the award to the courageous survivors of…

Leading global smart device brand OPPO officially launches the new OPPO A58 in the Philippines, joining the roster of stylish, well-performing A Series phones that provide value for money for everyday use. The OPPO A58 is equipped with features that elevate the user’s entertainment experience without compromising overall performance. With a remarkable FHD+ sunlight display designed to improve screen viewing under exposed daylight, upgraded dual stereo speakers created to boost listening experience, and a long-lasting battery that makes it a reliable companion for all-day use, the new OPPO A58 is suited for your daily needs and won’t hurt your wallet…

2K today unveiled the details and changes coming to MyNBA* and The W* in NBA 2K24 for PlayStation® 5 (PS5™) and Xbox Series X|S. MyNBA welcomes fans to the new LeBron MyNBA Era and introduces a streamlined option to get in the game faster with MyNBA Lite. In addition, new updates in The W allow players even more control as they pick their path to WNBA greatness. MyNBA Welcomes a New Era Last year, MyNBA debuted Eras, allowing players to experience some of the most iconic eras in basketball history. This year, players can rewrite history and step onto the…

Miley Cyrus has released her new song and video, “Used To Be Young” – listen here and watch the video here. In talking about “Used To Be Young,” Miley says, “This song is about honoring who we’ve been, loving who we are and celebrating who we will become. I feel proud when reflecting on my past and optimistic when thinking about the future. I am grateful to my loyal fans who make my dreams a reality daily. I am sincerely thankful for the stability of your steadfast support. This song is for you.” Regarding the video, Miley noted, “It’s super…

Prime Video released the official key art and character descriptions for the highly anticipated Amazon Original series Gen V, which comes from the world of The Boys. The series will debut exclusively on Prime Video in more than 240 countries and territories around the world with three episodes on Friday, September 29, followed by weekly episodes, leading up to the epic season finale on Friday, November 3. Set in the diabolical world of The Boys, Gen V expands the universe to Godolkin University, the prestigious superhero-only college where students train to be the next generation of heroes—preferably with lucrative endorsements.…

The 1939 LVN musical drama “Giliw Ko” has returned to The Metropolitan Theatre 84 years after its initial theatrical release. Starring Mila del Sol, known as the ‘Queen of Philippines Golden Cinema,’ “Giliw Ko” stands as one of the only five full films that have endured without complete deterioration from the pre-World War 2 era. “Most of the film elements were in bad shape. That’s why we had to repeatedly rescan some scenes frame by frame. The audio restoration was also a challenge, as the quality in parts had degraded to the point of being muffled, unintelligible, and grating. The…

Given Coca-Cola’s long history in the Philippines, it has become an integral part of many Filipino families’ most treasured traditions, including serving as the perfect companion to countless meals and gatherings. The company’s 18 manufacturing plants across the country ensure this standing, making sure that beloved products reach even the country’s farthest communities. Among these plants is Coca-Cola’s Canlubang Plant in Laguna—which marks its 24th year of service to Filipinos. Considered as one of Coca-Cola’s mega plants and its biggest manufacturing plant in the Philippines, the Canlubang Plant also operates the two fastest PET carbonated soft drink (CSD) lines in…

Today, Netflix and Shuiesha shared a letter from Eiichiro Oda, the creator of the world’s most legendary and popular manga series in history, ONE PIECE, giving fans another update on the upcoming highly-anticipated live action version. In his letter, Oda-Sensei encourages fans to “watch it on as big a screen as possible, with the volume cranked up, and enjoy it as many times as you’d like!!” Netflix also released the official trailer featuring the original anime Straw Hat voice actors, (Mayumi Tanaka, Kazuya Nakai, Akemi Okamura, Kappei Yamaguchi and Hiroaki Hirata, who will all be reprising their roles in the…

Aligned with a similar set of core values, T.C.F. and Griselda have long maintained a mutual respect and prosperous working relationship with one another. 38 Spesh is coming off perhaps his biggest year ever in 2022, as he released fan favorites 7 Shots (which was highlighted by Kevin Durant as one of his top 5 albums of 2022 and even named Spesh his favorite rapper) and Beyond Belief with Harry Fraud. Conway The Machine followed up his Shady Records major label debut, God Don’t Make Mistakes, with his recently released solo album, Won’t He Do It, and Drumwork’s first official…

CIMB Bank Philippines employees, with the help of non-profit organization Liter of Light, recently came together to build solar lamps for communities with limited access to electricity. This is part of the sustainability and community well-being efforts of CIMB in the Philippines, which is also in support of National Disaster Resilience Month last July. Liter of Light is a global, grassroots movement committed to providing affordable, sustainable solar lights to people with little or no access to electricity. To date, it has installed more than 350,000 bottle lights in more than 15 countries. The activity proved even more timely, as…

Following the surprise announcement of her engagement, Lovi Poe glows as bride-to-be in the latest digital cover of Metro. The Kapamilya actress also detailed her meet-cute with fiancé Monty Blencowe in Hollywood, what happened during the proposal—the first attempt and the actual one—and their ongoing preparations for the upcoming wedding. The Metro cover shoot was shrouded in secrecy for months. Even on the day of the shoot itself, everything still seemed so surreal for everyone, Lovi included. “It feels weird because I’m used to doing shoots, but this one’s different. I was nervous. Now it’s reminding me that it’s really…

Design meets innovation as Samsung is once again set to unfold an exciting collaboration, emboldening individuals to stand out from the crowd with their unique devices. After the hype of this year’s Galaxy Unpacked, Samsung is hinting at a new collaboration with Thom Browne with the release of a short teaser video, giving us a tantalizing glimpse of this stylish new partnership. In the film, the single shot shows a fine dining table set with silverware. The lid of the plate is lifted and the camera slowly zooms on a folded paper revealing a print of signature streaks of blue,…

– Great Place to Work™ Certified© Procter & Gamble (P&G) Philippines, the leading consumer goods company behind health and hygiene brands such as Safeguard, Tide, Joy, Head & Shoulders, and Pampers, clinched victory at the 2023 HR Asia Awards. For the second consecutive year, P&G Philippines secured its place among the esteemed HR Asia Best Companies to Work for in Asia 2023 honorees. The Company remains at the forefront of fostering an exceptional workplace environment, underscored by its commitment to innovation, inclusivity, and employee development. Its purposeful career and leadership development, promote-from-within approach, and best-in-class training working on billion-dollar brands…

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.…