Dive into the Excitement of I GOTCHA SURE-PRIZE Machine! In a world where uncertainty often reigns, Ayala Market! Market! steps up to offer a breath of fresh air with its latest innovation: the I GOTCHA SURE-PRIZE machine. Imagine a world where every attempt guarantees a prize – a reality now made possible by Ayala Market! Market!’s latest offering.  By simply presenting ₱2000 worth of receipts, whether accumulated or single, alongside your Zing Plus Membership, Ayala Market! Market! welcomes you to the realm of sure-win delights. No more crossing fingers for a lucky draw or facing the dr ..read more

Social media has been on fire speculating about Puregold collaborating with the hottest names in the local music scene. The buzz started after Puregold made two teaser posts on their social media this past April 12th that seemed to hint at an announcement involving major Pinoy pop artists. The first post from that morning showed the following letters flashing on screen: SL, SB, FG, and BN. Finally, the following letters settled on the screen: GRFSB. These same letters were also in the video’s official title, #Puregold_GRFSB. This first video made it clear what those letters meant: Get ready f ..read more

In a significant leap forward of being the Rated # 1 Mobile Network in the Philippines, DITO Telecommunity, the fastest-growing telecom provider in the country, proudly launches its newest campaign, DITO SA PUSO KO, featuring Dingdong Dantes and Marian Rivera, the stars of the top-grossing Filipino film of all time – Rewind. This campaign celebrates their love for DITO with all the DITOZENS who motivate DITO’s constant pursuit of excellent customer satisfaction and digital innovations.  The release of the heartwarming online video with a special rendition of the iconic Fili ..read more

In the Philippines, despite the financial industry’s recent attempts at digitalization, customers still face significant hurdles when it comes to accessing credit products. A recent study by TransUnion Philippines showed that 94% of Filipino Gen Zs see the importance of credit and lending products to reach their financial goals. Still, only 35% report having sufficient access to such products.  “If you talk to any Filipino, there’s still significant frustration with the complexity, lack of transparency, and bureaucracy embedded in financial services. Only 8% of Filipinos own a credit card ..read more

The Philippines is on track towards becoming a US$35 billion economy by 2025. But even with the promising outlook, the country’s workforce remains challenged by a digital skills gap that hampers its transformation into a truly digital nation.  According to the 2023 World Digital Competitiveness Ranking by the International Institute for Management Development (IMD), the Philippines ranked 59th out of 64 countries in overall digital competitiveness, showing low rankings on knowledge and talent (63rd), technology (51st), and future readiness (59th). This underscores an u ..read more

While everyone is checking out the cherry blossoms, why not try something new and take in the plum blossoms of Japan, or “ume” as the Japanese call them. Blooming from mid-February to early March, these reddish, pink and white blossoms symbolise endurance and renewal and herald the beginning of spring. Travelling during this period enables you to evade the crowds that gather for the cherry blossom season. Here are some of the best places to check out the plum blossoms: Kitano Tenmangu Shrine, Kyoto Photo provided by Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO) The Kitano Tenmangu shrine has bee ..read more

TNT, the value brand of PLDT mobile wireless subsidiary Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart), has bagged a gold award for its viral SIM Registration video, “Mother,” at the prestigious AdFest 2024, touted as Asia’s most celebrated regional creative festival. “Mother,” which is part of a series of public service reminders encouraging subscribers to register their SIM, shows a woman who is struggling to prove her identity to her skeptical family as she spews out lines commonly used by scammers. The video, which TNT produced with GIGIL Philippines and Arcade Film Factory, bested over 200 entries fr ..read more

Jollibee unveils its newest product —the Crispy, Juicy, Chicken On-The-Go, Jollibee Chicken Nuggets! A winning addition to Jollibee’s well-loved menu, it stands out as a convenient offer when you want something quick and satisfying. Here are three reasons why the Jollibee Chicken Nuggets will become your ultimate go-to snack. It’s crispy. Prepare yourself for pure joy as you sink your teeth into these nuggets, with a crunch on the skin as well as a satisfying texture found in each bite. Jollibee has mastered the art of achieving the top-notch crispiness. It’s juicy. Beyond the crisp exterior l ..read more

“Under a Piaya Moon” and “Last Shift” bagged the coveted Pinakapanalong Pelikula awards in the full-length and short film categories respectively at the inaugural Puregold CinePanalo Awards Night. Held on March 16 at the Gateway Cineplex 18, it was an emotional night as both established names as well as young up-and-comers received recognition for their exceptional efforts. In the full-length category, Kurt Soberano’s debut feature “Under a Piaya Moon” left the biggest impact as it bagged six awards including the coveted Panalong Aktor and Panalong Pangalawang Aktor. Close behind was Sigrid An ..read more

Puregold CinePanalo Film Festival proudly announces its partnership with Movie Workers Welfare Foundation, Inc. (MOWELFUND). This exciting collaboration aims to champion the Philippine film industry, particularly the young and emerging filmmakers, and narratives highlighting Filipino life and culture. Founded in 1974, MOWELFUND is a non-stock, non-profit foundation focused on social welfare, education, and industry development, with a dedicated mission to support the diligent professionals within the Philippine movie landscape. Boots Anson Roa-Rodrigo, Chairman of MOWELFUND, shares her gratitu ..read more