Author: Lion's Den

Get ready for back-to-back deals this October as Mang Inasal, the country’s Ihaw-Sarap expert, throws a month-long “Ihaw Fest” happening at all its branches nationwide. “As we enter the holiday season, Mang Inasal wants to be among the first to give our customers a special gift and this is through our Ihaw Fest!” said Mang Inasal’s Business Unit head Mike Castro. “Every week, we offer exciting deals that everyone can enjoy with their Mang Inasal favorites.” For four weeks starting October 8, Mang Inasal will present irresistible Ihaw-Sarap, Unli-Saya deals: Oct. 8 to 14: FREE Unli-Rice for every dine-in order…

There is no better place to go for the most memorable celebrations in the North Metro than B Hotel Quezon City. The hotel has expertly navigated trying times to come out victorious—after a couple years of operating at limited capacity, all outlets at B Hotel QC are now back at full force for every guest to enjoy once again. In-person parties and gatherings have been some of the most anticipated since the country opened up, and B Hotel QC is just as excited to bring events back to its premises. Whether it is for a grand birthday party with loved…

Face-to-face classes have finally resumed. As children begin to spend more time in school, more than ever, schools must be safe spaces where children can learn and play with friends. Aside from requiring face masks and physical distancing, what can schools do to minimize the risk of students and staff getting sick? One answer is to ensure clean indoor air. Why classrooms need clean air Children are particularly vulnerable to the effects of poor air quality. A global study by UNICEF estimates over 600,000 children under five years old passed away because of diseases linked to polluted air. Due to…

Shawn Mendes, superstar recording artist and Grammy-nominated singer/songwriter, brings Lyle, the singing crocodile to vocal life, in Columbia Pictures’ new musical comedy Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile (in Philippine cinemas October 12). Based on the best-selling book series by Bernard Waber, Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile is a live-action / CGI musical comedy that brings this beloved character to a new, global audience. Mendes describes Lyle as a character driven by love. “He just wants to have a family, a home, and feel connected to people,” says Mendes, “and love is the reason I sing, too – I sing when I feel comfortable, when…

Technology is now an important part of our lives. It has redefined almost every aspect of our society and it continues to redefine how we approach things, including the conduct of business. For Packworks founders Hubert Yap, Bing Tan and Ibba Bernardo, an opportunity to harness technology for good was present in our neighborhood sari-sari stores. Limited access to technology presented a stumbling block for sari-sari stores especially in far-flung regions of the country. With this insight, the founders of Packworks committed themselves to the goal of providing micro-entrepreneurs access to knowledge and tools that can help them digitally transform…

The Francis Libiran brand headed by the Filipino fashion designer himself unleashes his fieriest collection to date inspired by intricate mosaics, sexual passions, and intimacy at the LA Fashion Week (LAFW) 2022 in downtown Los Angeles on October 7. The Francis Libiran brand is notable for incorporating art into its designs with its signature art deco patterns and the use of materials from the Philippines. The Spring/Summer 2023 collection entitled MOSAIC: A Collection of Textiles and Pleasures promises the world with a line of looks derived from inspiring objects that entice the artistic mind. Also, intricate mosaics as well as…

Globe Platinum collaborated with renowned contemporary and street artist Distort Monsters at the launch of the Platinum Series Hub for its first-ever pop-up store in celebration of the annual 917 #ExtraGDayEveryday in September. Customers at the Bonifacio Global City (BGC) Amphitheater were treated to the live mural painting of Distort Monsters, who shared inspiration and motivation for his craft. Globe Platinum also prepared a surprise game at the end of the program to drive customers to the Platinum Series Hub, which is open until October 30 on the corner of 26th Avenue and 9th Street in BGC, Taguig City. At…

Kids are in for a fun-filled super adventure while learning Filipino values with their favorite superheroes as the Kapamilya kiddie animated series “Hero City Kids Force” featuring Mars Ravelo’s Darna, Captain Barbell, and Lastikman airs daily starting October 10 (Monday) on A2Z, Kapamilya Channel, and Kapamilya Online Live. First streamed on iWantTFC in November 2021, the Tagalog animated series brings viewers the action-packed adventures of ‘The McCoolits’ Maya, Andres, and Nono, with their lovable guardian Tita Joyce and the adorable robot Georgie, while inspiring children to be heroes in their own way through acts of kindness, generosity,and respect. Teaming up…

a-ha return to share their new single ‘You Have What It Takes’, which acts as the latest taster for their forthcoming album True North, which is released on October 21st, 2022. ‘You Have What It Takes’ follows recent single ‘I’m In’ and begins a new era for a-ha as they approach their forthcoming album. Their first collection of new songs since 2015’s Cast In Steel is more than a straightforward album, it is also a film capturing the band recording the songs during 2021 in Bodø, the Norwegian city located 90km above the Arctic Circle. “With every album we tweak…

Meaningful conversations and fun singing sessions take center stage as PIE (Pinoy Interactive and Entertainment) Channel introduces to viewers new segments of its BRGY. PIESILOG, PIEBORITO, AND PIE NIGHT LONG program blocks. BRGY PIESILOG (Monday to Sunday, 10 am – 12 nn) Every morning, viewers can bond with the ‘brunchkada’ of Gretchen Fullido, Abby Trinidad, Frances Cabatuando, Mayor TV, Tristan Ramirez (Monday to Saturday) Madam Inutz, Migs Bustos, at Nicole Cordovez (Sunday) in BRGY PIESILOG (10 am – 12 nn) that aims to give public service by sharing relevant and practical information. From Monday to Saturday, viewers can watch “Eto…

The onslaught of supertyphoon Karding in Central Luzon left the municipality of Baler in Aurora without power. While everyone else was busy checking damages from the huge storm that passed, Baler community leaders and Smart business partners Lydia and Arnel Querijero were busy setting up tents and tables for the free charging station beside their telecoms store on Bitong street. “We are grateful because when we told our contacts in Smart that we can set up a free charging station today, they supported us by providing the fuel for the generator. You see those signages, the banners? We keep them…

Noli de Castro features the five rescuers who died during the Typhoon Karding rescue operations in Bulacan this Sunday (October 9) in “KBYN: Kaagapay ng Bayan.” Bulacan Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office rescuers George Agustin, Troy Justin Agustin, Marby Bartolome, Jerson Resurreccion and Narciso Calayag risked their lives when the typhon swept over Luzon last September 25. Because of this, the local government unit of Bulacan recognized and honored the heroism of the fallen rescuers. The “KBYN” team also checks on street sweeper Doreen Bacus who was run over by an SUV at BF Homes, Parañaque City. The…

Kapuso Primetime Queen Marian Rivera is thankful for the continued success of Tadhana, the weekly program she hosts. The GMA Public Affairs award-winning drama anthology is celebrating its fifth year with a special three-part anniversary episode which starts airing this October 8. “Maraming, maraming salamat po sa inyong walang sawang pagsubaybay sa loob ng limang taon,” Marian said. “Totoo namang hindi laging masaya – may mga kuwento ng pagkabigo, mayroon ding tagumpay. Mayroon ding [kuwentong] magbibigay-inspirasyon at maraming pagkakataon. Ang importante, sa huli, laging may gintong aral na makukuha at mas nagpapalakas sa atin. Hindi man laging masaya ang buhay,…

In a bid to continuously inform the public in a changing media landscape, Abante Teletabloid, a digital evolution of the Philippines’ leading tabloid, is once more setting the stage for print media by launching its morning newscast and public service programs on its online platforms come Monday, Oct. 10, 2022. The two programs are the first in a series of shows Abante is offering as it beefs up its digital programming content and bats for global reach. The morning newscast, called Abante Teletabloid, is the country’s pioneer tabloid newscast. It is a one-hour broadcast from Mondays thru Fridays, 6 a.m.…

It’s here, Apple fans! Well, almost. The long wait is almost over as Apple Premium Reseller Power Mac Center (PMC) just announced it is opening pre-orders for the highly anticipated iPhone 14 family. As in previous releases, it is packed full of perks for the faithful ones and switchers alike, and we’re looking at the comeback of the traditional midnight launch after three years. “All year long, we’ve been saying there’s an iPhone for all. We have focused on improving accessibility by opening various platforms—both online and offline—for customers to purchase their favorite Apple devices. We also helped make it…

TCL Electronics has signed up TV and movie actress Kathryn Bernardo as its first-ever celebrity ambassador in the Philippines. The move is part of the leading consumer electronics brand’s commitment to ‘Inspire Greatness’ through providing consumers with the best possible experience and technological innovations. The actress’ contract signing came after the brand teased its newest endorser during their grand media launch last September 24, 2022. Present in the signing were TCL Electronics CEO Mr. Loyal Cheng, Marketing Head Mr. Michael Zheng, and Branding Manager Ms. Angeli Patricio. The 26-year-old celebrity is among the most influential personalities in the country, according…