Author: Lion's Den

Winners of the recently held Barangay Grassroots Esports League (BGEL) in Pasig City visited the Pasig City Hall for a quick meet-and-greet session with Mayor Vico Sotto and executives from Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart). A program of Smart together with Omega Academy, BGEL enables local government units (LGUs), particularly youth organizations within the LGU, to connect with their constituents through esports. Tatin Manalo of Santolan’s Pride, the champions of the Mobile Legends: Bang Bang tournament shared, “We competed against great players during the league, but we received so much support from our barangay, especially from the Sangguniang Kabataan of Santolan.…

For many of us, the past year and a half has been equal parts challenging and rewarding – with shifting priorities and new self-discoveries. The important thing is finding the drive and motivation to keep doing and achieving more, and living life well and to the fullest. Life Talks hosted by Boy Abunda, features actress and mom of 5 Ina Raymundo who has managed a wonderful balance between taking care of herself while handling all her responsibilities at work and home; TV personality and new dad Migs Bustos whose foray into parenthood has changed his perception of life and health…

Cardinal Santos Medical Center (CSMC) continues to educate the public on relevant medical issues with their 6th webicon, entitled “One Big Fight: A Webicon on Ways to Prevent, Detect, and Treat Cancer”. The webicon was held on October 14 via Zoom. CSMC’s top cancer specialists came together to discuss key facts about Cancer, from diagnosis, the various ways to prevent cancer from developing, and CSMC’s services for cancer treatment. The Oncology experts who served as the session resource speakers were Dr. Ma. Luisa Abesamis-Tiambeng, Dr. Kitchie Antipuesto, and Dr. Pauline Anne Cauton from the hospital’s Cancer Institute. Dr. Antipuesto started…

Male vocalist Tim Pavino relives the loving memoirs of a strayed young love in his newest single “We Were 16,” released under ABS-CBN’s Star Music. “The song speaks about a time in your life where you let go of your TOTGA (the one that got away) and you begin to reminisce the sweet memories as you move forward in life,” Tim explained. The vibrant track that has a catchy melody paradoxically highlights the forlorn echoes of a person’s what-ifs and the hope that one day, the lost love can be revived. “I hope it can be a reminder that no…

When it comes to entertainment and sporting events, two places instantly come to mind—the Smart Araneta Coliseum, and the New Frontier Theater. Both strategically situated in Araneta City at the very heart of Metro Manila, these venues have become favorite go-to leisure spots through the years. Since its opening in 1960, the Smart Araneta Coliseum has been a fixture of Filipino culture. Countless memorial events took place at the Big Dome. From some of the biggest athletic events (like the world-renowned 1975 Thrilla in Manila to local favorites like PBA and UAAP/NCAA collegiate games), to the prestigious Binibining Pilipinas pageant…

Hotel Casiana executives signed an agreement with Enderun Hotels to manage the Tagaytay property’s operational, remote, and strategic services. Jerry Sy and Lance Sy, Chairman and President of Hotel Casiana, together with Thomas Wenger and Carlo Librea, Senior Vice President and Director of Business Development of Enderun Hotels, were present at the contract signing ceremony. According to Jerry Sy, Chairman of Hotel Casiana, “We are very glad to have a trusted partner in our corporate pursuits who competently understands the hospitality industry and sets a strategic direction in managing our hotel operations. We’re excited to work with Enderun Hotels and…

International superstar producer and DJ Benny Benassi is no stranger to creating memorable tracks. As showcased by his collaborations with top R&B artists, career highlights include “Beautiful People” and “Paradise” with Chris Brown, “Dance The Pain Away” with John Legend, “LOVELIFE” with Jeremih which peaked at #1 on the US Billboard Dance and Media Base Radio Charts, and his most recent single “Pull It” with Vedo & Raiche. On October 22, Benny Benassi released his latest anthem “Let Me Go” featuring the luscious vocals of NE-YO. “Let Me Go” marks the first time the two major artists working together. Created…

Under the “new normal,” business and healthcare go hand-in-hand as industries recover and adapt to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. To signify its support to the country’s outsourcing sector, Maxicare Healthcare Corporation, the country’s premier healthcare provider, joined the Call Center Association of the Philippines’ (CCAP) Serving the World: Contact Islands ‘21 Virtual Conference on Re-Igniting Growth in the New Business Environment. During the virtual conference, Maxicare hosted a discussion on how COVID-19 will continue to impact the way businesses operate and how the company has been helping ensure the safety and wellbeing of employees. Living with the impact…

Anticipation just continues to build up as Netflix series Hellbound slowly unveils itself. Director Yeon Sang-ho’s next-level imagination and penetrating message are packed in the newly-released main trailer. Netflix series Hellbound explores a world swept by a supernatural phenomenon where executors from Hell suddenly start to condemn people to Hell, and a new religious group called the New Truth emerges amidst this chaos, while others try to uncover the truth behind the series of events. The main trailer starts off on an appalling note, laying bare what a hellbound decree actually is. While joyfully celebrating her birthday with her beloved…

Former matinee idol-turned-serious-actor Jomari Yllana says it was hard outgrowing his being an actor when he was elected councilor in the first district of Paranaque in 2016. ‘’I had been an actor for 25 years, starting from my early teenage years. To say that I don’t miss acting is an understatement, if not a lie,’’ he says. Unlike other actors who continue to act in both TV and movies during breaks or their free time, the former Guwapings actor totally shunned showbiz work since getting elected, first in 2016, and again in 2019. There had been many offers, some of…

It’s the most fabulous time of the year! Start your Christmas shopping at Estancia’s 4-Day Fab Sale this October 29 to November 1, 2021. Enjoy up to 70% off and score Buy 1 Get 1 deals from The SM Store, Unimart, and other food and retail tenants! You can shop from multiple stores through a personal shopper with Estancia My Home Dashers. Just call 0917-851-9262 to order. Mall is open from 10AM – 9PM during these dates. Visitors can be assured that safety remains the main priority for both customers and employees. Estancia has been given a Safety Seal by…

RGMA once again makes winning easy and fun as it launches the second season of its nationwide digital send-in promo – Barangay Blockout! Addressing the challenges of sending actual POPs and the boredom of getting locked-down during the pandemic, RGMA came up with Barangay Blockout which launched early this year. Consumers and Sari-sari store owners will just need to take a picture of their Supermarket receipts, register online and play their virtual cards during the Quiz show on FB Live to win as much as thirty thousand pesos each playing week. There will be five raffle winners of two thousand…

This month of November, as we celebrate the Economic and Financial Literacy Week for 2021 JPES proudly presents this year’s Equinomix: Unraveling Economics Beyond Numbers, Unleashing Economists Beyond Limits to be held on November 13 and 20 2021 via Zoom. As the premier confederation of undergraduate economics organizations in the country, the Junior Philippine Economics Society (JPES) takes the lead in bringing passion, commitment, and excellence to the Filipino youth. In line with RA No. 10922, the State aimed to develop national consciousness on economic and financial literacy by declaring the second week of November of every year as the…

Philippine Startup Week 2021, the country’s largest startup conference, is set to hit the virtual stage on November 15-19, 2021! The week-long event, organized by DTI, DOST, DICT, QBO Innovation Hub, and various public and private organizations, is expected to draw 15,000 attendees from the country and abroad for its third run this November. With the theme “Beyond Recovery: Filipino Startups Redefining Opportunity,” Philippine Startup Week 2021 (PHSW21) aims to showcase the Philippine startup ecosystem’s growth and successes; encourage greater collaboration between startups, MSMEs, enterprises, government agencies, and other stakeholders; and educate investors and foreign startups about the local startup…

There is no denying that Hannah Pangilinan is a superbly talented and unconventional star in the making. The young singer-songwriter continues her musical journey this year with the release of her brand-new EP called Phases, out this #NewMusicFriday. Since her 2018 debut as a musician, Hannah has been focusing on solidifying herself as a genuinely revered OPM artist of her generation. Embracing a broader explorative path on her musicality, Hannah treats you with her mesmeric new track “Hinto”, which endearingly asks you — when was the last time you let yourself rest? When was the last time you could truly…

Sony Music Philippines today announced the launch of WATERWALK RECORDS, a music label focused on bringing fresh Christian music to a new, streaming generation. The label will feature faith-based entertainment artists from across the length and breadth of the country, who represent the best of Christian music combined with their own unique styles. “In the Philippines, Christian music emerges from daily life and is a reflection of the country’s rich culture,” said Roslyn Pineda, General Manager, Sony Music Philippines. “Pop music inspired by Christian melodies has arguably created some of the most interesting music in recent years. It’s a diverse…