Author: Lion's Den

GMA New Media, Inc. (NMI), a wholly-owned subsidiary of GMA Network, has recently launched its latest project, an E-commerce website for home furniture and houseware brand, Crate and Barrel Philippines. This was done through NMI’s newest business unit, NMI Solutions. NMI Solutions aims to be the preferred service provider for companies, small to medium enterprises in particular, in the process of digital transformation. Their latest project collaborated with Crate and Barrel Philippines (https://crateandbarrel.com.ph/) allows users to browse and shop through a curated selection of timeless and classic pieces with ease. Offering delivery services and easy payment schemes, Crate and Barrel Philippines…

Manila, PHILIPPINES, June 2021 – Global technology leader Xiaomi recently announced the arrival of Redmi Note 10 5G, its latest 5G ready mid-range smartphone in the Philippines. The device features flagship-level performance while still being one of the most affordable 5G smartphones in the business. It is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 700 to provide flagship-level power-efficiency – with its 7nm manufacturing node, Dual 5G SIM supported system and integrated modem. “At MediaTek, we are thrilled to be part of this occasion as it represents a continuation of our long-standing partnership with Xiaomi. The new Redmi Note 10 5G features…

Filipino pop rock band Gracenote released their song “City of Vulnerability” last May 28, 2021. This song is part of their 15-track album “Small World” released on February 29, 2020. The album presents a new kind of music Gracenote wants to offer to their listeners with each track signifying a journey. Composed by Eunice Jorge back in 2017, she shared that the song “…tells the story of a girl who’s trying to break down her walls for a guy para magkaroon sila ng connection then suddenly the guy left her in the middle of nowhere. So yung girl hindi niya…

MANILA, June 2021 – Easy identification of sustainable eco-friendly travel options, limited use of single-use plastics and financial incentives for accommodation providers who maximize energy efficiencies are the top three additional measures needed to make travel more sustainable according to Agoda’s Sustainable Travel Trends Survey. Establishing more protected areas to limit tourist numbers and removal of single-use bathroom amenities round out the top five global measures. The findings from the Survey launched today to mark World Environment Day 2021 (5 June) also revealed globally that overtourism, and pollution of beaches and waterways are the top two concerns of the impact…

Lola Honorata Gahis, a 95-year-old woman from Nueva Ecija, recently went viral for accidentally burning her life savings worth P14,000 as she was cooking rice. Shopee partnered with several brands on Shopee Mall to provide kitchen appliances for Lola Honorata to help her cook her daily meals safely despite losing her savings. Kyowa gave Lola Honorata a rice cooker and electric water pot, Tough Mama provided a gas stove and a box fan, while Tekno Philippines provided her with a table oven and gas stove to ensure she has all her essential cooking tools. Upon receiving these, Lola Honorata and…

Rising OPM band Nameless Kids introduce themselves with the laidback summer love anthem “Midsummer High” released under ABS-CBN’s DNA Music. The chill yet invigorating track—in the same vein as the music of LANY, Lauv, and The 1975—perfectly sums up the euphoria of young love during heat of the summer and the road trips to unforgettable beach getaways. The five-piece band is composed of Nhiko Sabiniano (keys), Kyle Perry (guitar), Kim Allen (guitar), Tati De Mesa (bass), and Imay Alconaba (drums). Priding themselves in being a collaborative group from different backgrounds and skill sets, Nameless Kids aim to release songs inspired…

These days, more and more local tourist spots are opening up to leisure trips (like La Union!). And there are some families, too, that go for a drive just for a change of scenery but do not alight from their car at all! Whether you are one of those already planning for that out-of-town trip or safely driving around for the enjoyment of it, don’t forget to make all the necessary preparations to ensure safe, comfortable travels on the road, even if it’s just for a few hours. AXA Philippines, one of the country’s leading insurance providers, lists down a…

Singapore, 3 June 2021 – goGame is proud to reveal that Slide Stars has splashed into Japan, South Korea, Hong Kong, Taiwan and the rest of Southeast Asia on Nintendo Switch™ and PlayStation®4 today. Slide Stars is a brand-new and insanely fun water slide adventure. Play as Holly H, Doctor Mike, Ben Azelart, Lexi Rivera and over 20 of the biggest international social media stars. Slide, jump, and balance through insane tracks and overcome extreme obstacles. Players will be able to choose their favorite star, jump onto the ride of their choice, and blast through some of the world’s craziest…

Jealousy starts to get the better of Jerry Yan (Calvin Lu) and Shen Yue (Andi) as their love story continues in in “Count Your Lucky Stars” (CYLS) on Kapamilya Channel, A2Z, and TV5. Calvin could no longer control his emotions after seeing Andi with her boss Miles Wei (Francis). He heatedly asked Andi if any romance is brewing between her and Francis that led to another fight between the two. Meanwhile, Andi also got annoyed with Calvin as she believed he was trying to make her jealous by ignoring her in a party in front of Calvin’s friend and co-worker,…

Been looking for a sign to level up your work or study station at home? Now is the time! Promate is giving away up to 70% discount on select products this Shopee and Lazada 6.6 Mid-Year Sale. To top that all off, the electronic brand will go live on June 5 at Shopee and Lazada to showcase the work from home must-haves with content creators Rosie Domingo and PJ Magyani. Productivity, indeed, increases when you use products created to make our lives easier. Just like Promate devices which offer multi-functionalities, you’ll be able to get things done faster and more…

Manila, Philippines – Acer introduced the Swift X, the newest member of its popular Swift line of notebooks. Designed to take ultra-portable PC design to the next level, this ultrathin-and-light laptop boasts an AMD Ryzen™ 5000 Series Mobile Processor with “Zen 3” architecture and the latest NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 3050 Ti Laptop GPUs. “Acer’s new notebook models are designed to offer consumers the widest possible choice of high-performance, ultraportable computing devices,” said James Lin, General Manager, Notebooks, IT Products Business, Acer Inc. “Professionals need a clean-looking notebook that is compact enough to take with them throughout the day, but it…

The true case that proved the Devil was real. Warner Bros. Pictures unveils the final trailer of “The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It,” based on the shocking true story of demonic possession, from the case files of Ed and Lorraine Warren. “The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It” reveals a chilling story of terror, murder and unknown evil that shocked even experienced real-life paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren. One of the most sensational cases from their files, it starts with a fight for the soul of a young boy, then takes them beyond anything they’d ever…

The journey of the aspiring Bida Kids reaches its end as GMA Network’s singing competition ‘Centerstage’ airs the second part of its much-awaited Grand Finals this Sunday, June 6. The four grand finalists – the heart-warming 12-year-old from Caloocan, Rain Barquin; the future Broadway star from Las Pinas, Colline Salazar; the young social media celebrity from Albay, Vianna Ricafranca; and the newest and youngest Grand Finalist from Bulacan, Oxy Dolorito – return on the virtual stage for the final stretch of the competition. After keeping Kapuso viewers on the edge of their seats in their 4-way battle last Sunday, the…

The Hada Labo Goku-jyun Hydrating Lotion has a cult following because of its ability to moisturize skin and improve it with regular use. The no. 1 facial lotion in Japan for 13 consecutive years, Hada Labo Hydrating Lotion is packed with four types of hyaluronic acid to draw moisture to your skin and make it look dewy but not oily. It’s a thin, ultra-lightweight liquid that sinks into your skin to deeply moisturize, leaving it plump and dewy, the Japanese beauty ideal known as “mochi skin.” Hada Labo is a Japanese skincare brand that provides the skin with intense hydration…

Manila, Philippines – Acer announced a refresh to its gaming desktop portfolio that brings updates and enhancements to the series of Predator Orion 3000 and Nitro 50 gaming desktops. Both ranges have been updated to include the latest 11th Gen Intel® Core™ or AMD Ryzen™ 5000 Series desktop processors, as well as NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 30 Series GPUs, plus a range of improvements across the board. Predator Orion 3000 Gaming Desktops The Predator Orion 3000 (P03-630) is designed for gamers who are seeking the best-in-class hardware experience that a mid-tower rig can deliver. With an 11th Gen Intel® Core™ i7…

PCCW (SEHK: 0008) – HONG KONG / THAILAND, June 2021 – Viu, PCCW’s leading pan-regional OTT video streaming service, joins hands with leading Thailand entertainment players, Channel 3 and Amarin TV, to serve up highly-anticipated Thai contents to Viu-ers across Asia including Hong Kong, Indonesia, Malaysia, Myanmar, Singapore, and the Philippines. Adding to Viu’s existing content partnerships with GMMTV and CHANGE2561, Viu continues to collaborate with leading content providers to grow its ecosystem, bringing exceptional Thai contents and talents to the regional spotlight. Asian Viu-ers can enjoy their favorite Thai shows, from melodramas, intense dramas, romantic comedies, variety shows, and…