Author: Lion's Den

MANILA, Philippines, June 2021 – Following through its official debut in the mobile gaming scene earlier in the year, international smart device company OPPO has doubled down on its esports investment as the official smartphone partner of several illustrious mobile gaming tournaments as part of the running OPPO Game On campaign. The brand’s foray into the gaming world was spurred by its partnership with leading esports authority Mineski Philippines, through whom OPPO has gotten to collaborate with some of the biggest mobile gaming titles and participate in the largest tournaments in the country such as the Mobile Legends: Bang Bang…

Ben&Ben, Moira dela Torre, and SB19 nabbed multiple nominations in the upcoming MYX Awards 2021 which will honor the country’s hottest hitmakers of the past year. Nine-piece band Ben&Ben has secured five nominations, including the coveted Music Video of the Year for “Sa Susunod Na Habang Buhay” featuring Kathryn Bernardo and Daniel Padilla. Meanwhile, Moira is nominated in four categories including Song of the Year for her hit single “Paubaya”. Last year’s big winner, SB19, is nominated in three major categories, namely Artist of the Year, Song of the Year, and Music Video of the Year for P-pop group’s chart-topping…

There’s no denying that times have changed – and the roles of the modern day dad have changed as well. Years ago, many of us would associate them to be the household breadwinners, mainly providing for the family’s necessities through their 9-5 jobs. But now, dads are doing so much more than that. Those who used to have desk jobs are now taking on more responsibilities at home all while still providing for their family’s needs. On the other hand, dads who are in the service industry have been working tirelessly not only for their families but also for the…

Dads are known as the providers of the family, the ‘pillar of the home’. While they’re usually the ones who go out to work to earn a living, they always make time to bond and share fun and delightful moments with their wife and kids. With the ongoing pandemic still forcing most of us to stay at home, dads have had to expand their roles and skills like learning new recipes and cooking, taking up hobbies to bond with their kids, and doing DIY projects to redecorate their house—they do these and so much more while juggling work-from-home duties. This…

People are now busier than ever––following their passions, hobbies, or spending time with their families and friends. And because every second counts, spending a long time in line is not an option. With the new Order & Pick Up feature on the Jollibee App, enjoying your favorite meals via the Jollibee App is as easy as 1, 2, 3––simply select Pick Up, choose the time and date, and order your meal! The Jollibee Order & Pick Up feature makes your Take Out experience faster and more convenient. Whether you are running errands and need to squeeze in buying delicious food,…

VISTA: Amass Brilliance is taking flight to a cloud-like path via FB Live in the Closed Facebook Group of Vista with the ‘Marketistas’ as Children of Light. PUP Junior Marketing Executives organized this 3-installment Coaching Session equipped with question-and-answer portions to let students, who are now exploring the ground-breaking adventure of nudging to help each other grow, set their minds in the real corporate world. The event aims to encourage the Marketing Students to be brave and express themselves as they follow the light toward the end of Vista: the event’s symbol of success. Amass, Marketistas! Together, we go nowhere…

ABS-CBN Film Restoration brings back the kilig vibes from Bea Alonzo and John Lloyd Cruz as the digitally restored version of their box-office hit “Miss You Like Crazy” streams in the Sagip Pelikula Festival starting June 29 (Tuesday) at 7:30 PM on KTX. John Lloyd plays Alan, whose life is near perfect with a coming job promotion and a stable relationship, while Bea is the downtrodden Mia, who can’t seem to find a break as her family constantly falls into a crisis. Their lives may be on opposite paths but a serendipitous meeting on a ferry boat ride will change…

COS, the London-based fashion brand, is pleased to announce the opening of its first store in the Philippines on June 25, 2021. Located at SM Aura Premier in Bonifacio Global City, the new COS store houses womenswear and menswear and launches with the Spring Summer 2021 collection. Remaining aligned with the COS aesthetic, the store is designed in line with the brand’s core aesthetic of modern, timeless, and minimal design, with the use of sustainable materials. Christoffer Sellin, COS Asia Pacific Managing Director, says, “Opening in the Philippines is an exciting step for the COS Brand. We have been hoping…

The pandemic may have limited social life and dating but single people need not fret because technology has made connections — including romantic ones, possible. At SKY Fiber’s Super Speed Dating virtual event held recently with Singles Events Manila, US-certified matchmaker and science-based dating coach Vanessa Antonio offered five helpful tips for those searching for love. “These techniques, besides being science-based, have worked like magic to many of the singles we worked with through our one-on-one coaching program but today I am going to share some of those tips with you,” Antonio said. Technique 1: Strike a “power pose” Let’s…

Kapuso Mo, Jessica Soho’s (KMJS) story on “Babaeng Tinaga sa Mukha (The Woman Slashed on Her Face)” is a finalist at the prestigious 2021 New York Festivals (NYF) “World’s Best TV and Films” Competition. The two-part episode is one of the six contenders from the Philippines competing against nominees from other countries. GMA Network is the Philippine’s frontrunner yet again with five short-listed entries this year. “The Woman Slashed on Her Face” is vying for a Medal in the Documentary: Social Justice category and tells the harrowing story of a woman named Celia who was slashed on her face by…

ICONIC Filipino rapper Gloc-9 collaborated with Mang Tomas All Around Sarsa in a catchy and heartwarming song that pays tribute to the noble characteristics and sacrifices of Filipino dads. The song, titled “Anong Macho Ang Tatay Mo,” will be released on Spotify, Apple Music, Deezer, Amazon Music, and other digital streaming platforms on June 18, while its official music video is scheduled to drop on YouTube and Facebook just in time for Father’s Day on Sunday. The music video is a timely and fitting tribute to all hard-working and dedicated dads out there. It shows Gloc-9 taking off the Mang…

Just like mothers, fathers are pillars of the household. Whether breadwinners or stay-at-home, they deserve to be celebrated for the various ways they brighten up and support the home. Haven’t decided how to surprise your dad for Father’s Day? Celebrate the fathers and father figures in your life with the exciting events, activities, and promos arranged by Araneta City! Chill While Shopping Take your dad shopping and treat him to a few of his favorite items with Araneta City’s exciting deals lined up for Father’s Day. Visit the activity area of Gateway Mall, Ali Mall, and Farmers Market from June…

Here is a fresh face to keep an eye on as former child actor, Jairus Aquino has signed a management contract with Viva’s talent management arm – Viva Artists Agency. Jairus won our hearts at such a young age as “Parang Jomar”, the little side kick of Budong in the hit TV series, ‘Super Inggo’. But before he became a child star, he started out in TV commercials and appeared in several already. After doing ‘Super Inggo’, he then starred in various TV series in ABS-CBN such as: ‘Kung Fu Kids’, ‘Kokey @ Me’, ‘Mutya’, ‘May Bukas Pa’, ‘Luv U…

Dads get treated to an array of spectacular performances from Kapamilya idols as “ASAP Natin ‘To” celebrates Father’s Day this Sunday (June 20) on Kapamilya Channel, A2Z, and TV5. Asia’s Pop Heartthrob Darren brings an explosive music collab with ASAP’s new breed of ASAP singers Sam Cruz, KD Estrada, Anji Salvacion, and Diego Gutierrez while OPM rockstar Bamboo and Kyle Echarri team up for a fiery number. ASAP’s dance royalty Kim Chiu hits the floor alongside AC Bonifacio and dance hotties Enchong Dee, Kyle Echarri, Christian Bables, Jameson Blake, and Joao Constancia as P-Pop pride and sensation BGYO brings the…

Bb. Pilipinas 2021 top bet Gabrielle Camille “Gabby” Basiano takes time off from her busy pageant prelim activities to commemorate Father’s Day today, June 20. The Borongan, Samar native shares some of her most unforgettable moments with her dad during her younger years. She joyfully recalls, “When I was younger, me and my dad used to go to the beach every Sunday. He taught me how to swim. And then, later on, I found out that he didn’t know how to swim. Haha!” Gabby describes her dad as hard-working, bubbly and passionate, and finds it cool that they get to…

GMA Network interweaves romance and psychology in Afternoon Prime series ‘Ang Dalawang Ikaw’How well do you know your significant other? Is true love enough to endure the trials of choosing to be with someone who switches personalities and lives in a world outside of yours? GMA Network brings forth another progressive and advocacy-driven story involving the life of a married couple and the challenges they face brought about by a mental disorder in the Afternoon Prime series, Ang Dalawang Ikaw, premiering on June 21. The original series features the much-awaited return to the small screen of the well-loved tandem of…