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After having the Chans (Jackie and Jose Mari, no relations) as brand ambassadors, Shopee now introduces the father and daughter duo of Dingdong and Zia Dantes as latest endorsers
After having the Chans (Jackie and Jose Mari, no relations) as brand ambassadors, Shopee now introduces the father and daughter duo of Dingdong and Zia Dantes as latest endorsers. The Dantes’ are meant to exemplify the Pinoy family holiday spirit in time for the Christmas season. During the press ...
It’s tempting to get multiple services, just to have a backup in case one breaks down. But if you’re like most Filipinos and find this option to be too cost-prohibitive, getting a pocket Wi-Fi is the best way to go
The past two years have tested the country’s network capabilities like no other time in history. While everyone was forced to work remotely because of the pandemic, network providers have stepped up their game to meet demands. Alas, the country’s limited internet infrastructure has often resulte...
Love both food and the written word? Here are the 5 things to look forward to in Chef Tatung’s two new books
For a chef, Tatung Sarthou wears many hats, and we’re all made better for it. He’s gone a long way from putting up his own restaurant “Chef Tatung” in Teacher’s Village in 2011, penning his first book, Philippine Cookery: From Heart to Platter that went on to win the prestigious World Gour...
Did they? Gong Yoo's agency says it isn't true
Swifties and K-drama fans went abuzz when an unexpected rumor circulated on social media claiming that Korean actor Gong Yoo and award-winning American pop star Taylor Swift were spotted lunching together in a famous restaurant in New York City in November. While many K-drama fans thought of it as q...
ICYMI: Ji Chang-wook is the brand ambassador for Heart Evangelista’s beauty and wellness company
Ji Chang-wook is making Pinoy hearts flutter once again. The Korean heartthrob has recently been unveiled as the face of Vitasense, a brand under Filipino celebrity Heart Evangelista’s newly launched luxury beauty and wellness company, Pure Living Wellness International.
BTS has reportedly applied for a deferment of their mandatory service under a recent revision in the Military Service Act
ARMYs, keep calm. Your favorite boys RM, J-Hope, Jin, Suga, V, Jimin and Jungkook could still have a year of activities left before they enlist for military service. After bagging top awards at the recent American Music Awards, including Artist of the Year, and scoring a nomination for the 2022 Gram...
BLINKS, no need to panic. While Lisa tested positive for COVID-19, she remains to be in good condition and is showing no symptoms of the virus. And the rest of the girls tested negative, according to YG Entertainment.
BLINKS, no need to panic. While Lisa Manoban, one-fourth of the global K-pop sensation BLACKPINK tested positive for COVID-19, she remains to be in good condition and is showing no symptoms of the virus. And the rest of the girls, Jisoo, Rosé and Jennie, who immediately underwent real time RT-PCR t...
Park Shin-hye and Choi Tae-joon are getting married plus a baby is on the way. Congratulations to this beautiful couple!
After four years of dating, Korean celebrity couple Park Shin-hye and Choi Tae-joon are finally getting married and they are expecting a baby too. The couple, who began dating late 2017 and went public about their relationship the following year, dropped the happy news in their respective fan cafés...
Seo Ye-ji is officially back! Here’s the lowdown on her comeback drama ‘Eve’s Scandal’
After months out of the limelight following a controversy involving actor and ex-boyfriend Kim Jung-hyun, It’s Okay to Not Be Okay star Seo Ye-ji is finally making her much-anticipated comeback with tvN’s upcoming drama Eve’s Scandal. To make things official, tvN announced that the drama start...
If Philippine politics is making you want to move to another country (or planet, if only it were possible), consider these 20 cities found by a recent study to be the “most tranquil” in the world
If Philippine politics is making you want to move to another country (or planet, if only it were possible), consider these 20 cities found by a recent study to be the “most tranquil” in the world. Iceland’s flagship carrier, Icelandair, released a study in October identifying four cities in Au...
‘Squid Game’ star Jung Ho-yeon gears up for Hollywood debut; signs with Creative Artists Agency, one of the biggest talent and sports agencies in America
Is Squid Game star Jung Ho-yeon making her Hollywood debut? With the Korean thriller series garnering international popularity, it should come as no surprise that its cast be catapulted further to global fame and get attention from Hollywood, including model-turned-actress Jung Ho-yeon, who perfectl...
The Las Casas Filipinas de Acuzar, the sprawling homage to colonial architecture in Bagac, Bataan, was named the Best Historic Hotel in Asia and the Pacific under the 2021 Historic Hotels Worldwide Awards
The Philippines just keeps on collecting awards for having the world’s best sights. From beaches and islands to quaint towns and bustling urban centers, several destinations around the country have been raking in recognition from prestigious travel bodies. And just this week, another destination w...
Yay for BinJin wedding! Nay for CLOY Hollywood remake
They started the year with a bang, making all K-drama fans’ fantasies come true when they confirmed news that they are dating. Are they ending the year with wedding bells ringing? Rumors are rife that the reel-to-real sweethearts Hyun Bin and Son Ye-jin, who charmed hundreds and thousands of fans ...
OPPA ALERT! Know the Korean celebs who will be discharged soon from military service
For fans of South Korean male celebrities, it’s pretty hard to say goodbye to idols and actors for months so that they can fulfill their duty to their country. Unlike in the Philippines, all able bodied males from the age of 18 to 28 in South Korea are required to enlist for mandatory service for ...
It’s the best Christmas gift for all over the world, but Taylor Swift’s Red ( ) is so casually cruel (in the name of being honest) about a love affair that inspired the original 2012 Red album
It’s the best Christmas gift for Swifties all over the world, but Taylor Swift’s Red (Taylor’s Version) is so casually cruel (in the name of being honest) about a love affair that inspired the original 2012 Red album.
LOOK: Jung Hae-in and BLACKPINK's Jisoo tease fans with their on-screen chemistry ahead of ‘Snowdrop’ premiere
After what felt like a lifetime of waiting, the official launch date of the much-anticipated drama Snowdrop has been announced. It is set to premiere on Dec. 18 at 10:30 p.m., according to Korean TV network JTBC on its Instagram account. And a month away from the first broadcast, lead stars Jung Hae...
Book your shopping slots soon because IKEA is finally opening its doors on Nov. 25!
Perhaps next to a cure for COVID-19 and the end of quarantine, there is nothing more anticipated in the Philippines than the opening of the IKEA branch in the country, the world’s biggest. IKEA announced Friday that it has set its opening date: Nov. 25, barely two weeks away. And for Filipinos who...
If you have been sparing your vacation budget for a major revenge booking, perhaps the latest hotel in town would be a nice option to reward yourself and your loved ones for getting through the pandemic rut
When was the last time you booked a hotel room? With the pandemic of over two years, we’re guessing it’s been quite a while. But with COVID-19 cases coming down and quarantine rules relaxing, it looks like we’re headed—finally—for a happier holidays this year. And we have a great spot for ...
More games to happen soon because Squid Game will have a Season 2
The K-drama gods are listening: Squid Game will be back for another season. The creator of the phenomenal Netflix series, Hwang Dong-hyuk revealed at a red carpet event for the show in Los Angeles on Nov. 8 that Squid Game will have a season two and that he is already in the planning process. “The...
Mark your calendars: Park Seo-joon to hang out with Pinoy fans on Nov. 13
If you want to badly meet Korean superstar Park Seo-jun but the pandemic is still restricting travel and large gatherings, his upcoming online fan meet hosted by Smart Communications Inc. is as good as it gets. Smart announced Tuesday that the Itaewon Class actor, who endorses the telco giant, will....
For those looking to finally purchase and empty their carts, Shopee’s 11.11-12.12 Big Christmas Sale could very well be the opportunity you’ve been waiting for
For those looking to finally purchase and empty their carts, Shopee’s 11.11-12.12 Big Christmas Sale could very well be the opportunity you’ve been waiting for. Coinciding with the year’s busiest shopping season, you can expect great bargains which include ₱1 Deals (keeping my eye out on thi...
If you like it you should put a ring on it. Here are unique options for engagement rings
‘Tis the season to eat, drink and be married once again, and as the past pandemic year has proven, no virus can stop love. While many still wish for the blinding light (refraction, really) of diamond engagement rings, more and more people are getting creative with their proposals, including the ch...
Make meals more nutritious with oats. Here's how
For the past year and a half, health has been the top priority for every one of us. It should have been easy to make the necessary lifestyle adjustments knowing what’s at stake, but there are quite a few of us who struggle to keep fit while spending most of our days at home. Understandably, […]
BLINKS in Metro Manila, better get fully vaccinated because BLACKPINK The Movie is finally premiering in cinemas near you
If you are a BLINK, here’s another good reason why you should get fully vaccinated against COVID-19: BLACKPINK The Movie has arrived in the Philippines and will finally premiere in theaters this month. BLACKPINK Philippines, a local fanbase of the K-pop sensation, announced on their Facebook accou...
Fans of actor Kim Seon-ho can heave a sigh of relief. He will still star in the upcoming film "Sad Tropics"
Fans of the embattled Korean actor Kim Seon-ho can heave a sigh of relief. The 35-year-old rising star will stay on as the main lead of the upcoming film Sad Tropics as originally planned, his silver screen debut. The movie’s production company NEW announced on Oct. 31 that they decided to still w...
Elevate your dishes with these locally-made, award-winning hot sauces
Who needs pepper and salt, when a dash of hot sauce can turn the most boring food into a flavor-packed experience? Hot sauces have long been household staples in our cupboards. Think classic Tabasco sauce, or the mildly sweet sriracha. But if you’re looking for something a little more under the ra...
Time to scratch the travel itch! Cebu Pacific opens 21 domestic destinations across Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao to leisure trips
Can you feel it? Some sense of normalcy? The pandemic has been easing in recent weeks, and let’s hope the downtrend holds so we could all have a Merry Christmas! Adding to the festive mood is Cebu Pacific’s announcement on Friday that 21 of its 33 domestic destinations across Luzon, Visayas and ...
Bike and dine conveniently in Makati’s al fresco spots
The pandemic saw streets turned into safer dining spots around the metro. And in Makati, outdoor eats just got better. Bikers now have the option to ride and dine at the Makati Al Fresco Parklets in Legaspi Village, with special Bike & Dine racks now available on Rada and Esteban Streets. The additi...
The galaxy’s favorite bounty hunter is back
The galaxy’s favorite bounty hunter is back. Disney recently released a new trailer for the upcoming Disney+ series Star Wars: The Book of Boba Fett that is scheduled to premiere on Dec. 29 this year. Played by New Zealand actor Temuera Morison, Fett’s story arc is focused on his attempt to cont...
If you're vaccinated, it’s probably time to get up, get dressed, and get out. Because here are five places to get together with friends for Christmas
After almost two years of pandemic-driven hibernation and two doses of COVID-19 vaccines, it’s probably time to get up, get dressed, and get out. Christmas presents a good excuse to gather friends together (albeit, one meter apart and with face masks, still) and celebrate the fact that against all...
If you're looking for a Christmas gift for the 80s kid in your life: 'The Centurions,' resurrected in new toyline!
Looking for a Christmas gift for the 80s kid in your life? Children of the ‘80s were treated to a wide assortment of action-oriented cartoons that more often than not were associate with a toyline. One of the most popular in the science fiction genre was The Centurions: Power Xtreme, an animated t...
‘Tale of the Nine-Tailed’ Season 2 is happening and Kim So-yeon has been offered to play female lead
Yes, the drama gods have listened. All that clamor made by fans to get another season of the fantasy romance Tale of the Nine-Tailed has just been granted. South Korean cable channel tvN recently confirmed that there were ongoing “positive discussions” about a sequel of the 2020 drama, which sta...
LOOK: Discarded wood, notebooks, packaging used to set up this sari-sari store in Trinoma
Ever seen a mall retail space built out of trash? If not, head to the Sinag Sari-Sari Social Enterprise Store at the Trinoma Level 2, just across Olympic Village, and see what creative entrepreneurs and designers have done to junk. The Sinag store, which opened on Oct. 20, is exclusively for socia...
Jaworski aims to rebound from rare health challenge
Ginebra players, fans, sports community rally behind Big JRobert “The Big J” Jaworski, once a prime example of longevity and virility, is now a shade of himself.
Missing Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha? Here are 9 'Gongjin' spots you can visit in real life. Because no controversy or real-life drama can spoil the fun, the warmth and the healing that it offered us during its two-month run
No controversy or real-life drama can spoil the fun, the warmth and the healing that Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha has offered us during its two-month run.
Decorating for Christmas? Here are mall-inspired holiday looks to help you welcome the Christmas spirit back into your homes.
Need pegs for your home’s Christmas theme this year? A 3D printout of the coronavirus on top of the tree is unacceptable, so we’re taking inspiration instead from the most festive, most uplifting Christmas décor put up by shopping malls all over the world. Lucky us, malls have entire department...
The National Museum of the Philippines and popular tourist spots in Intramuros have reopened following the government’s decision to place Metro Manila under alert level 3, allowing commercial establishments to operate
The National Museum of the Philippines and popular tourist spots in Intramuros have reopened following the government’s decision to place Metro Manila under alert level 3, allowing commercial establishments to operate.
It’s ‘o-fish-al’! Manila Ocean Park reopens. But minors are still not allowed, and only fully vaccinated adults may come
After a long wait, fish fans may now go see marine wonders again without getting their hair wet. The Manila Ocean Park reopened on Thursday following closure due to the pandemic, as quarantine restrictions in Metro Manila were relaxed. Minors are still not allowed, and only fully vaccinated adults m...
Safe, spooktacular family-friendly Halloween activities and events you shouldn’t miss
Just because the pandemic is still keeping kids mostly in their homes, it does not mean they have to skip a spooktacular time in their costumes and go trick-or-treating to their hearts content.
LOOK: Astronaut gives Manila shoutout from space
You can’t quite make out where the dolomite beach is, but Manila certainly looks breathtaking from space! We know because we’ve seen it, thanks to NASA astronaut Shane Kimbrough, who tweeted a shot of Manila from the International Space Station, where he now works and lives. “Good evening Mani...
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