Author: Lion's Den

ABS-CBN Entertainment’s newest timely series, “Viral Scandal,” which premiered last night (Nov.15), drew positive reviews from viewers for educating and raising their awareness of timely, relevant, and sensitive issues like women empowerment, cancel culture, the sacrifices of OFWs, and sex education. Viewers saw a glimpse of the daily life of the Sicat family with Kakay (Dimples Romana) working abroad, while her eldest daughter Rica (Charlie Dizon) managed their household and tried to be a good older sister to her siblings, Bea (Karina Bautista) and Nico (Louise Abuel). The intriguing episode, which highlighted Rica’s strong and realistic attitude on relevant issues,…

Ben&Ben are redefining the virtual concert-going experience with the biggest headline show of their career. Aptly titled Kuwaderno: A Ben&Ben Online Concert, the Filipino nine-piece collective are pushing the boundaries of music shows in the new normal setting by integrating creative disciplines such as drama, dance, orchestra, and technology with a live performance. Their highly anticipated major concert will be staged at the SMART Araneta Coliseum, and will be streamed live on December 5, 2021, from 8pm to 11pm via digital streaming platform, KTX.ph. “We can’t deny the fact that it’s the biggest project we’ve undertaken so far, and I…

Nothing beats the feeling of a Power Parent when they witness their baby in their most active state. For each likot, kembot, and galaw that baby does, it instantly sends a rush of happiness especially at a time when everything around you seems out of control. When active play and learning is encouraged, it stimulates baby for their next level of development. Babies also have a natural way of expressing their needs. Emotions and thoughts are voiced through movement. Similarly, babies are also always curious. When they see adults dance and sing to music, their natural reaction is to move…

Maymay Entrata’s first virtual concert is going to be an empowerment extravaganza as she delivers a variety of showstopping performances that will highlight her journey to self-love this November 26 (Friday) via KTX.ph, iWantTFC, and TFC IPTV. “Isa sa mga pinakanagustuhan ko talaga sa concert ay ibang iba ‘yung atake, kabogera ‘yung every performance ko doon,” said Maymay, adding that aside from inspiring confidence, “Mpowered” also aims to stress the importance of choosing to be happy. She explained, “All in all, ang gusto ko lang naman maiparating ay maging empowered at mas maging masaya sila. Kasi gusto ko ‘yung araw…

The most wonderful time of the year is near – and Shangri-La Plaza is helping everyone get into the holiday spirit with a festive line-up of shopping treats and delicious eats for the entire month of November. The leading lifestyle destination is All Aglow – making holiday shopping, dining, and merrymaking that much brighter. Get a style refresh. Update looks for the season with Shop Shang Now. The month-long sale features carefully curated picks from top fashion brands at the Shang. Secure an awesome holiday haul for fits that fit the holidays. Complete that list. Finish holiday gift shopping early…

Milky Chance — the 5+ billion-streaming German duo known for their global hits and inventive, chameleonic approach to pop songwriting — share Trip Tape, an official collection of the covers and remixes originally featured as part of the soundtrack to Milky Chance’s Road Tripping Radio series. In these videos, Phillipp Dausch and Clemens Rehbein drive through cities like Berlin and San Francisco while listening to an alternate world radio where every song is performed by Milky Chance. Not only does this include Milky Chance originals, but knockout covers of smash hits like Soft Cell’s “Tainted Love,” Dua Lipa’s “Levitating,” and…

The much-talked-about noontime contest honoring Filipino moms is having its grand finals this week as the monthly finalists compete to be the first grand winner in “Reina ng Tahanan: Ang Pinakatatanging Ina” on “It’s Showtime” on Saturday (Nov.20). This week, 12 lucky Reinanays are returning for a wild card round, taking a second shot to become a grand finalist in “Reina ng Tahanan: The Mommy Returns.” They will have to bring their A-game and impress the royal choosegados led by the Amy Perez, Janice de Belen, Ruffa Gutierrez, and special guest Regine Velasquez. Find out who among the returning Reinanays…

While the pandemic has limited most of our shopping to the screens of our phones, the boom of online sales has helped merchants reach their customers while staying safe at home. However, it’s also easy for sellers to get lost in the mix, especially with large virtual marketplaces dominating the field; that’s why, for this Christmas, TM is providing a special live-selling event that lets us carry on with our safe and GV Christmas traditions: the TM FunPasko Online Tiangge. “During these challenging times, our ‘Ka-TMs’ are greatly affected financially, with many losing jobs and barely making ends meet for…

Venom: Let There Be Carnage is almost here, and the only place to see it is exclusively in movie theaters. Get ready as Columbia Pictures prepares to unleash the new action thriller in Philippine cinemas starting December 8th. Tom Hardy returns as the lethal protector Venom, one of MARVEL’s greatest and most complex characters. Directed by Andy Serkis, the film also stars Michelle Williams, Naomie Harris and Woody Harrelson, in the role of the villain Cletus Kasady/Carnage. When we last met Eddie Brock and Venom, both played by Tom Hardy, the two had formed an uneasy alliance. With the 2018…

If there’s one thing that’s true about Filipinos, it’s that they love pairings. They get a lot of their feels and kilig from love teams, especially when the chemistry is amazing and undeniable. For this reason, fans all over the country have been clamoring for a comeback project that features the legendary on-screen love team – John Lloyd Cruz and Bea Alonzo, ever since the former announced his comeback in showbiz. This much awaited reunion is now a reality thanks to Jollibee. It’s definitely big news that the #1 fast food company in the country has finally brought together John…

Families are beginning to prepare for the holiday festivities with Christmas just a few weeks away. Whether you will be having a small celebration at home or a virtual gathering with friends and family, SKY Fiber can help you connect with your loved ones better and elevate your bonding experience. SKY Fiber’s various Super Speed Plans offer more than just fast internet connection. For the coming holiday season, here are three ways families can enjoy a SKY Fiber subscription: 1. Join in virtual parties with SKY Fiber’s seamless internet connection. It is essential for homes to have a reliable internet…

“FPJ’s Ang Probinsyano” released a new official poster featuring Coco Martin and Julia Montes after their characters, Cardo and Mara, came face-to-face for the very first time. The action-drama series also set another all-time high record of live viewers on YouTube Monday night (November 15). The poster, which fans commended for exuding Hollywood cool, shows the two stars dressed in black from head to toe, striking a pose on a motorcycle with their guns drawn. The highly-anticipated first encounter between Cardo and Mara finally happened as they engaged in an intense standoff following a series of non-stop gunfights between their…

Huawei Philippines launches 7th Seeds for the Future program today, over 100 students in the Philippines joined the program this year. Secretary of Foreign Affairs Department, Chairman of Commission on Higher Education in the Philippines, Chancellor of University of the Philippines, Professors and students from 20 universities joined the opening ceremony. Teodoro Locsin, Secretary of Foreign Affairs Department, gave a speech during the event, and said that, “As the world becomes more digital, Huawei has seen it fit not only to be business for profit but also to make the building of a better future its business. In 2008,It took…

Cebu Pacific (PSE: CEB), the Philippines’ leading airline, launches its newest Manila-Camiguin route yesterday, November 15, 2021, as it boosts seamless connections across its widest domestic network. CEB is the first airline to resume operations to and from the Camiguin Island. “We are happy to be the first carrier to operate again in Camiguin, and launch our newest direct flight from Manila as borders begin to open up for safe and convenient travels. This route will allow more travelers to experience the beauty of Camiguin, perfect for solo or even family trips, as we enter the holiday season; while at the same time, providing locals a direct connection to Luzon,” said Xander Lao, Chief Commercial Officer at Cebu Pacific. Flights between the two destinations operate every…

Ortigas Malls, ever in the pursuit of providing its patrons with gold-standard service, aims to make every visit worthwhile with a loyalty program that adds value to their lifestyles. The Ortigas Community Card raises the bar for retail experiences in the country by allowing mall-goers and shoppers to unlock exclusive privileges from across its merchant members in Greenhills, Tiendesitas, Estancia, and Industria. The card boosts the neighborhood charm of Ortigas as it engages people with rewards when they shop and dine at their favorite merchants. Customers can enjoy a borderless world of perks with free parking, discounted car wash service,…

The world’s leading cleft organization, Smile Train, supported the virtual participation of Filipino Speech Language Pathologists (SLPs) at the American Speech Language Hearing Association (ASHA) conference this year. During the three-day convention, participants were provided opportunities to learn new skills as well as given access to new research for continued learning that would allow them to further develop their skills in their respective fields. “While it is our goal to provide cleft-affected individuals with comprehensive cleft care, we also want to support our partner SLPs and help them gain more knowledge and expertise in their field. By providing opportunities for…