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  • WATCH: keshi on New Album GABRIEL, Filipino Moms, and Touring SEA

    keshi’s debut album is finally here!

    The 23-year-old singer, songwriter, producer, and multi-instrumentalist releases his much-awaited album called GABRIEL. “I was reminded how fun making music is supposed to feel, and that it’s just as much listened to as its lyrics are heard. It’s an album that I hope is candid, varied, and one you can come back to again and again,” shares keshi.

    With over 1.6 billion global streams, his rising success has been astounding. While the title GABRIEL isn’t related to anyone, in particular, it is a name that keshi personally likes and he believes naming an album is like naming your firstborn child. Adorable, right? In a press conference with select Southeast Asia media, keshi talks about his debut album, how the Filipino moms he’s worked with before might be proud of him, and a possible tour in SEA.

    WATCH:

    keshi’s GABRIEL is out now. Listen to the full album here:

    keshi will embark on his first headlining tour. The “HELL / HEAVEN” tour hosts dates in Europe and North America this upcoming Spring 2022 with stops in London, Paris, Berlin, New York, Los Angeles, and many more cities before finishing his tour in his hometown of Houston, Texas.

  • How Lazada Has Been Uplifting Consumer Shopping Experiences for 10 Epic Years (and counting)!

    This month, the region’s leading eCommerce platform Lazada celebrates its 10 Epic Years of providing a safe and convenient platform for Filipinos. For every ‘Add to Cart’ and ‘Checkout’, the eCommerce platform’s shoppers can fulfill their needs and wants, making purchases from their homes without worries! 

    And Pinoys can attest to that, as both figures and customer testimonies show how Lazada has become an integral part of consumers’ everyday lives by uplifting its customers’ lifestyles with a high-quality assortment, Shoppertainment offerings, as well as useful in-app features that add to Pinoy shoppers’ lives and online shopping experience. Check them out below:

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    Join in Lazada’s 10th Epic Birthday Sale and celebrations, happening from March 27 to 29. On top of great deals and offers lined up, the online shopping platform is giving us Free Shipping Nationwide with no minimum amount spent required; 10% Lazada Bonus Discount for every P1,000 spent; and 10% Cashback on select products that goes straight to your Lazada wallet!

    Be sure to catch the epic three-day celebration headlined by Lazada Brand Ambassadors Kathryn Bernardo, Alden Richards, and Bea Alonzo! Want to bag the best deals? Some useful tips from Lazada’s Brand Ambassadors: Add to cart ahead of the sale, collect vouchers and coins, and checkout at the stroke of midnight on March 27! So mark your calendars and add to cart now via lazada.com.ph or get the Lazada app via the Play Store and App Store.

  • Shopping Guide: 8 Items to Give You a Good Night’s Sleep

    After a long day, all you really need is a good night’s sleep! It improves the overall wellbeing of anyone — physically, emotionally, and mentally. And we all know how important that is these days. Whether you turn off the light and bid your phone goodbye for the night, or start counting sheep, there are ways to achieve a well-rested evening. You wouldn’t even need your trusty melatonin for this! Below, we list down products that will make you sleep faster, get a good night’s sleep, and wake up feeling you can conquer anything.

    Weighted Blanket

    Always feel snug and cozy when you get your much-needed rest at night. Weighted blankets are said to be an amazing tool if you experience insomnia due to depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and ADHD. This specific weighted blanket has a bamboo cover to keep you cool throughout the night.

    Get it here.

    Meditation App

    There are a bunch of meditation apps out there so you have to look for the one that suits your lifestyle. If you experience a racing mind especially in the evening, giving meditation a try is the way to go!

    Download Calm (iOS | Android).

    Warm Eye Patch

    You will wish you found out about this sooner. This warm eye patch is like a steam bath for the eyes and helps with releasing tension and soothing the mind. It has a comfortable 40°C steam heat that will relieve digital eye strain.

    Get it here.

    Essential Oils

    Not only do essential oils smell great, but it also reduces stress, help you sleep, and actually treat some infections! These oils are extracted from plans and are great for medicinal and recreational use. There are a bunch of essential oils available so choosing the best one for you wouldn’t be too difficult.

    Get it here.

    Diffuser

    If you finally got yourself a handful of essential oils, the next best thing to get is a trusty diffuser. You’ll immediately smell the calming benefits of your oils, and you’ll overall be relaxed. Whether you’re getting your afternoon nap or retiring for the night, you’ll have your much-needed sleep right away!

    Get it here.

    Comfy Sleepwear

    When looking for the best sleepwear, choose from silk or cotton. They’re lightweight and breathable, will keep you comfy, and will not interrupt your sleep.

    Get it here.

    Blackout Curtains

    If you get easily waken up by even a tiny bit of light, get your hands on some blackout curtains especially if you live beside tall and bright buildings.

    Get it here.

    Memory Foam Pillow

    Invest in a good quality memory foam pillow and your spine will thank you later. Studies say that using an orthopedic pillow will help you sleep better by making sure there’s an optimal curve in your spine.

    Get it here.

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  • Starbucks Launches New Drinks and Merch Featuring Dreamy Pink & Green Colors

    This week, Starbucks just released new seasonal beverages and merchandise that will surely tickle the fancy of those who love the dreamy pastel pink and green aesthetic. Two new beverages plus a Philippine exclusive collection of drinking vessels are now up for grabs this spring. 

    Pretty in Pink and Green

    Available until April 18, 2022 are the new Starbucks® Strawberry Dream Cream Frappuccino and Starbucks® Strawberry Dream Pure Matcha Latte. The new Frappuccino in a heavenly pink color starts off with a cotton-like layer of Vanilla Cream Frappuccino which slowly reveals a sweet strawberry flavored Strawberry Dream experience. It is topped with pastel color sprinkles for that final whimsical touch perfect to add to your Instagram feed.

    Starbucks Launches New Drinks and Merch Featuring Dreamy Pink & Green Colors
    Starbucks® Strawberry Dream Cream Frappuccino
    Tall (12 fl oz): Php 185 | Grande (16 fl oz): Php 200 | Venti (20 fl oz): Php 215

    The second drink is given a matcha twist to the Strawberry Dream experience. At first sip, you will enjoy a sweet creamy layer of strawberry foam. It is then followed by the highest quality pure matcha of Starbucks for a relaxing experience that embodies the beautiful scenery of Spring.  

    Starbucks Launches New Drinks and Merch Featuring Dreamy Pink & Green Colors
    Starbucks® Strawberry Dream Pure Matcha Latte
    Tall (12 fl oz): Php 180 | Grande (16 fl oz): Php 195 | Venti (20 fl oz): Php 210

    And lastly, you can take home the dreamy pink and green experience with the new Pink Green Series that was launched on March 22. This Philippine exclusive collection features Pink Green cups, tumblers, mugs, and even color-changing reusable cups for your hot and cold drinks! The collection is inspired by a minimalist design in eyecatching pink green gradient colors.

    Starbucks Launches New Drinks and Merch Featuring Dreamy Pink & Green Colors
    Pink Green Collection
    Mug 12oz Legion Pink Green 1
    Starbucks Stainless Steel Mug Legion PinkGreen – 12oz (Php 795)
    Order online via Lazada.
    Color Changing Reusable Hot Cup 16oz Pink Green 1
    Color Changing Reusable Hot Cup 16oz Pink Green (Php 245)
    Tumbler 12oz Sassy Pink Green 1
    Starbucks Stainless Steel Tumbler Sassy Pink Green – 12oz (Php 1,245)
    Order online via Shopee.

    The new Starbucks® Strawberry Dream Cream Frappuccino and Starbucks® Strawberry Dream Pure Matcha Latte are now available in stores until April 18, 2022. The Pink Green Collection is now available in all Starbucks stores and online via Lazada and Shopee.

  • New Movies This Week: Origin Unknown, The Contractor, and The OctoGames 

    Plan your week ahead and choose which among these movie openings this March 23, 2022 you’ll see on the big screen first.

    Origin Unknown

    Action, Horror, Mystery | R-13 | 1hr 31mins

    Directed by Rigoberto Castañeda, it centers on a former drug runner who battles supernatural assassins after taking a sick girl under his protection. It stars Daniel Martínez, Lisette Morelos, Paulina Gil, Horacio Garcia Rojas, Arap Bethke, and Adrià Collado.

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    The Contractor

    Action, Thriller | R-13 | 1hr 43mins

    Directed by Tarik Saleh, the film follows a discharged U.S. Special Forces sergeant James Harper who risks everything for his family when joins a private contracting organization. It stars Chris Pine, Ben Foster, Gillian Jacobs, Eddie Marsan, Kiefer Sutherland, and Nina Hoss.

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    The OctoGames

    Action, Horror, Sci-Fi

    The film follows eight contestants through eight deadly, classic children’s games. They seek fame and fortune beyond their wildest dreams, competing for the chance to take over the YouTube channel of the famous personality “JAXPRO.” It stars Allison Shrum, Brad Belemjian, and Lacy Hartselle.

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  • 10 LazMall Brands You Should Add-to-Cart During Lazada’s Epic 10th Birthday Sale

    Lazada’s Epic 10th Birthday Sale starts at the stroke of midnight on March 27, and to celebrate their 10th anniversary as Southeast Asia’s leading e-commerce platform, they’re presenting an epic lineup of activities that include live stream programs, performances, giveaways, interactive games, and more!

    ALSO READ:
    It’s an Epic Celebrat-10-N: Lazada Celebrates 10 Years of Pioneering Ecommerce in The Philippines

    Of course, it’s not a full-blown Lazada celebration without an epic 3-day sale. Lazada shoppers will get to enjoy free shipping with ₱0 minimum spend nationwide, 0% Lazada Bonus Discount for every P1,000 spend, and 10% cashback. LazMall, Lazada’s offering of big brands and official stores that guarantee shoppers of legit and 100% authenticity, is joining in the epic celebration by giving the biggest discounts and deals from March 27 to 29, 2022.

    Lazada Birthday Sale - Lazmall

    There are over 32,000 local and international brands at LazMall, so it can get overwhelming where to shop to get the best deals! We’re making it easier to prepare ahead of everyone to make sure you’re getting the best deals from your favorite brands by sharing the top LazMall brand to watch out for during the Epic 10th Birthday Sale.

    Join in on the birthday celebration of Lazada and shop at these LazMall stores from March 27 to 29, 2022 to score the biggest discounts in beauty, appliances, clothing, and more:

    1. Anessa

    • Buy one, get one offers from 12am to 2am of March 27
    • Save up to P1,000 on birthday offers
    • Collectible birthday vouchers for new buyers, followers, and more
    • Hourly promos and exclusive bundles

    Shop Anessa at LazMall.

    2. Converse

    Shop Converse at LazMall Lazada Birthday Sale
    • Shop at their official flagship store and get up to 60% off, plus vouchers and Free shipping!

    Shop Converse at LazMall.

    3. Happy Skin

    • Score discounts on sets and bundles
    • Follow the shop to get P50 off for a minimum spend of P599

    Shop Happy Skin at LazMall.

    4. Kerastase

    • Gifts and savings of up to P5,050
    • Free Night Serum worth P1,500 per check-out
    • Timed gifts on March 27 (travel blower, tote bag, and microfiber towel)
    • P400 store voucher for a minimum spend of P5,000 from March 27 to 29

    Shop Kerastase at LazMall.

    5. NARS

    Lazada Birthday Sale - Lazmall Brand to Check out
    • 30% off on selected items
    • Lazada Birthday Exclusive: NARS Light Reflecting Foundation
    • Birthday sale exclusive sets (up to 31% savings)
    • 1 free gift with any P3,500 purchase, 2 free gifts with any P5,000 purchase

    Shop NARS at LazMall.

    6. Philips

    Lazada Birthday Sale - Lazmall Brand to Check out
    • Up to 57% off on appliances such as air fryer, rice cooker, and air purifier
    • Avail of the lowest prices from 1am to 2am on March 27
    • Free Shipping and Exclusive freebies on selected items

    Shop Philips at LazMall.

    7. Shiseido

    Shop Shiseido at LazMall.
    • Exclusive P300 voucher when you follow the LazMall store
    • Avail of big savings on Hydrating, Anti-Aging, and Wrinkle-Smoothing Sets
    • Pre-sale exclusives (deposit 25% by March 26 and pay balance on March 27)
    • Timed exclusive gifts
    • 20% off on mini sets

    Shop Shiseido at LazMall.

    8. Triumph

    • P50 off when you follow on LazMall (no minimum spend)
    • Buy 2 bras, get P500 off on selected styles
    • Buy 2 panties, get P200 off on selected styles
    • Up to 40% off plus Vouchers, LazBonus and Free Shipping

    Shop Triumph at LazMall.

    9. UL Skin Sciences

    Lazada Birthday Sale - Lazmall Brand to Check out
    • Get the best deals on health, skincare, and hygiene brands like PH Care, Myra, GynePro, Lactezin, Fortima, and Celeteque
    • Save up to 50% from March 27 to 29
    • P40 off minimum spend of P599, plus freebies and gifts
    • Store vouchers of 5%, 10%, and 15%

    Shop UL Skin Sciences at LazMall.

    10. Under Armour

    Lazada Birthday Sale - Lazmall Brand to Check out
    • Up to 60% off + Free shipping + Vouchers + Flexi Combo
    • Women’s Month Special: Buy 2, get 20% off until March 31
    • Exclusive offers on apparel: buy 2, get 5% off; buy 3, get 5% off, buy 4, get 15% off

    Shop Under Armour at LazMall.


    Our shopping guides and recommendations are independently selected and curated by the editorial team. We may earn a small commission from the product links if you decide to shop from them, at no cost to you. ClickTheCity does not accept money for editorial features.

  • Film Facts: 5 Things to Know About ‘Ambulance’

    In Michael Bay’s new high octane flick Ambulance, decorated veteran Will Sharp seeks the help of his adoptive brother Danny to pay for his wife’s hospital bills. Danny, a long-time criminal, invites him on a bank heist, and they soon find themselves in a hijacked ambulance.

    Whether you’ve already seen the movie or are just planning to catch it in the theaters, here are some offscreen facts about Ambulance that you will surely find interesting!

    1. It is based on a Danish thriller from 2005.

    ‘Ambulance’ is based on a 2005 action thriller film from Denmark by Laurits Munch-Petersen and Lars Andreas Pedersen. In the original Danish film, two brothers hijack an ambulance during a robbery getaway to pay their dying mother’s hospital bills. In the 2022 film, a war veteran needs money for the surgery of his wife, and turns to his adoptive brother to join him on a bank heist, which leads them to steal an ambulance to escape.

    2.  It is Michael Bay’s first feature film as a director during the pandemic.

    Prior to Ambulance, his last movie as director is 6 Underground, the Ryan Reynolds starrer which debuted on Netflix in 2019. Michael Bay hunted for a project that would allow his team to shoot in LA amidst COVID-19 protocols, and found it in ‘Ambulance.’ Filming was done from January to March of 2021. It was also in 2021 that A Quiet Place Part II, a film he produced, was released (with delays due to the pandemic).

    3. The movie is filled with explosions, in true Michael Bay fashion.

    Ambulance

    If you’re a Michael Bay fan, then this high-octane flick is right up your alley. Ambulance is filled with explosive car chase scenes, even a helicopter chase sequence. The director took to Instagram to share with his followers a behind-the-scenes look at one of these scenes — it looks so real you forget that it’s all carefully calculated movie magic!

    4. Actor Jake Gyllenhaal occasionally took over the camera to direct some scenes.

    Ambulance

    Oscar nominee Jake Gyllenhaal plays Danny Sharp in ‘Ambulance,’ a criminal looking for a big score, and found it when his brother Will was desperate to find money to pay for his wife’s surgery. According to his co-star Yahya Abdul-Mateen II, playing Danny’s adoptive brother Will, Gyllenhaal would take the camera from the director during filming to shoot scenes himself. In an Esquire interview, Abdul-Mateen says, “there were times when he would take the camera from Mike. And then you look around and Jake is shooting the scene. I had never seen anything like that before. I’m curious about those things, but I would never ask the director if I could shoot a scene.”

    5. Actress Eiza Gonzáles worked with a registered nurse for her role as a paramedic named Cam driving the ambulance that the brothers hijack. 

    Ambulance

    Eiza González (Baby Driver, Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw) worked closely with RN and paramedic consultant Dannie Wurtz, who trained her on the precision and detail of attending to a critical patient in a moving ambulance. “It was so cool to see a woman that has made her way through this wild business and saved so many lives,” González says. “She has kept that spark going and that love for what she does. That brought a lot to Cam and really helped me to shape her as a character.”  

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    Ambulance is now showing in cinemas nationwide. Buy your tickets here.

  • Jack Black to Return as Po in ‘Kung Fu Panda’ Series from Netflix

    DreamWorks’ legendary panda is set to return in a new animated series from Netflix titled Kung Fu Panda: The Dragon Knight, Variety reports. Also returning to give life to its main protagonist Po is Jack Black, who voiced the character in the films.

    The plot follows Po in his globe-trotting quest alongside an English knight named Wandering Blade, as they try to collect four powerful weapons before a mysterious pair of weasels could use them for evil.

    The Kung Fu Panda film from 2008 has spawned two sequels and two TV series prior to Netflix’s new title. Nickelodeon’s Kung Fu Panda: Legends of Awesomeness ran for three seasons while Amazon’s Kung Fu Panda: The Paws of Destiny ran for one season. Kung Fu Panda: The Dragon Knight is slated for release in July this year.

    For the latest Netflix updates, be sure to follow them on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

  • Game of Thrones: George R.R. Martin’s ‘The Rise of The Dragon’ to Arrive This October

    As fans await the release of the Game of Thrones prequel spinoff, House of the Dragon, George R.R. Martin has announced a new book that will also give readers a closer look at the Targaryen Dynasty, The Rise of The Dragon.

    On the author’s website, the book is described as “a lavish visual history of House Targaryen” with over 180 all-new illustrations. “Think of The Rise of the Dragon as a deluxe reference book, in which Westeros’ most infamous family – and their dragons – come to life in partnership with some truly incredible artists,” the blog explained. The book is set for release in October this year. For more information, visit georgerrmartin.com.

    Rise of the Dragon
    Photo: George R.R. Martin’s website

    Just last year in October, the first trailer for HBO’s Game of Thrones spinoff House of the Dragon was dropped. It goes back to two centuries before the War of the Five Kings to tell the story of House Targaryen, when they were the rulers of the Seven Kingdoms. The series will detail the Dance of the Dragons– a historical event in the Game of Thrones universe where a civil war broke out between two Targaryens and their dragons. It is also scheduled for release this year.

  • TV Guide: Movies Showing From March 21 to 27, 2022

    Isn’t it a bummer when you see your favorite movie already playing halfway through when you turn on the TV? Fret not! From rom-com and action to horror and thriller, we’re giving you a heads up on all the must-watch movies on TV from March 21 to 27, 2022.

    March 21, Monday

    Maybe This Time
    (5pm, Cinema One)
    Steph learns to be tough and sets her sights on bigger dreams after Tonio ends their relationship without saying goodbye.

    Jumanji: Welcome To The Jungle
    (6:10pm, HBO)
    Four high school kids discover an old video game console and are drawn into the game’s jungle setting, literally becoming the adult avatars they chose. What they discover is that you don’t just play Jumanji – you must survive it. To beat the game and return to the real world, they’ll have to go on the most dangerous adventure of their lives, discover what Alan Parrish left 20 years ago, and change the way they think about themselves – or they’ll be stuck in the game forever.

    Baler
    (9:30pm, PBO)
    It follows the love story of Celso Resurrección, a Spanish Mestizo soldier, and Feliza Reyes, a local maiden and daughter of a Katipunero, with their relationship caught in the middle of the Philippine Revolution.

    March 22, Tuesday

    24/7 In Love
    (3pm, Cinema One)
    Jane wants to win tickets to Billy Fernandez’s concert. She interviews several people and hears their love stories to figure out what she would do if the world were about to end.

    On Vodka, Beers and Regrets
    (7:30pm, PBO)
    Romance blossoms between a former child star and a handsome singer.

    Spider-Man: Homecoming
    (11pm, HBO)
    Thrilled by his experience with the Avengers, young Peter Parker returns home to live with his Aunt May. Under the watchful eye of mentor Tony Stark, Parker starts to embrace his newfound identity as Spider-Man. He also tries to return to his normal daily routine — distracted by thoughts of proving himself to be more than just a friendly neighborhood superhero. Peter must soon put his powers to the test when the evil Vulture emerges to threaten everything that he holds dear.

    March 23, Wednesday

    Isa Pa With Feelings
    (5pm, Cinema One)
    An aspiring architect falls for her deaf neighbour, and he teaches her basic sign language as they grow closer despite their differences.

    The Fast and The Furious: Tokyo Drift
    (9pm, HBO)
    Sean Boswell always feels like an outsider, but he defines himself through his victories as a street racer. His hobby makes him unpopular with the authorities, so he goes to live with his father in Japan. Once there and even more alienated, he learns about an exciting, but dangerous, new style of the sport. The stakes are high when Sean takes on the local champion and falls for the man’s girlfriend.

    March 24, Thursday

    Gone Girl
    (1:25pm, Cinemax)
    In Carthage, Mo., former New York-based writer Nick Dunne and his glamorous wife Amy present a portrait of a blissful marriage to the public. However, when Amy goes missing on the couple’s fifth wedding anniversary, Nick becomes the prime suspect in her disappearance. The resulting police pressure and media frenzy cause the Dunnes’ image of a happy union to crumble, leading to tantalizing questions about who Nick and Amy truly are.

    Jumanji: The Next Level
    (6:55pm, HBO)
    When Spencer goes back into the fantastical world of Jumanji, pals Martha, Fridge and Bethany re-enter the game to bring him home. But the game is now broken — and fighting back. Everything the friends know about Jumanji is about to change, as they soon discover there’s more obstacles and more danger to overcome.

    Must Be Love
    (7pm, Cinema One)
    A young woman develops romantic feelings for her best friend, but problems arise when another gal enters the picture.

    Finally Found Someone
    (7:15pm, PBO)
    When a woman is left at the altar, the video goes viral online, and a PR rep is hired to help her. In the end, they realize that they have fallen for each other.

    March 25, Friday

    Space Jam: A New Legacy
    (5:05pm, HBO)
    NBA champion and global icon LeBron James goes on an epic adventure alongside timeless Tune Bugs Bunny with the animated/live-action event “Space Jam: A New Legacy.”

    Crazy Beautiful You
    (7pm, Cinema One)
    Troubled 19-year-old Jackie is sent on a medical mission in hopes of calming her wild-child antics, and finds herself falling for handsome politician’s son Kiko.

    Troy
    (11:40pm, Cinemax)
    Based on Homer’s “Iliad,” this epic portrays the battle between the ancient kingdoms of Troy and Sparta. While visiting Spartan King Menelaus, Trojan prince Paris falls for Menelaus’ wife, Helen, and takes her back to Troy. Menelaus’ brother, King Agamemnon, having already defeated every army in Greece, uses his brother’s fury as a pretext to declare war against Troy, the last kingdom preventing his control over the Aegean Sea.

    March 26, Saturday

    A Very Special Love
    (12nn, Cinema One)
    Editorial assistant Laida Magtalas finds herself working for the man of her dreams, Miguel Montenegro, but remains blind to some hard facts.

    Hello, Love, Goodbye
    (9pm, Cinema One)
    A bartender and a domestic helper of Filipino origin living in Hong Kong find themselves falling in love, but they each have different plans for their future.

    Dune
    (9pm, HBO)
    Paul Atreides, a brilliant and gifted young man born into a great destiny beyond his understanding, must travel to the most dangerous planet in the universe to ensure the future of his family and his people. As malevolent forces explode into conflict over the planet’s exclusive supply of the most precious resource in existence, only those who can conquer their own fear will survive.

    March 27, Sunday

    Miss Granny
    (2:45pm, PBO)
    An elderly woman finds a second chance at youth after a life-altering experience at a mysterious photo studio.

    My Big Love
    (3pm, Cinema One)
    An overweight chef hires a personal trainer to get fit for the woman he loves.

    Green Lantern
    (4:35pm, HBO)
    Sworn to preserve intergalactic order, the Green Lantern Corps has existed for centuries. Its newest recruit, Hal Jordan, is the first human to join the ranks. The Green Lanterns have little regard for humans, who have thus far been unable to harness the powers of the ring each member wears. But Jordan, a gifted and cocky test pilot, may be the corps’ only hope when a new enemy called Parallax threatens the universal balance of power.