Get ready to experience the ultimate summer music getaway as Megaworld Lifestyle Malls kicks off the Summer Good Times Music Fest, a series of free concerts featuring local bands and artists!
Summer Good Times Music Fest is happening all month of May, taking place across five lifestyle malls: Uptown Bonifacio and Venice Grand Canal in Taguig, Eastwood City in Quezon City, Lucky Chinatown in Manila, and Alabang West Parade in Las Piñas.
With a lineup of top-tier artists – Zild, Paolo Sandejas, Lola Amour, Dilaw, and more – this festival is sure to be an unforgettable summer adventure that you wouldn’t want to miss.
Celebrate the sunny season with non-stop beats, captivating performances, and unforgettable moments with friends and loved ones. Check out the schedules below and mark your calendars for the hottest concerts of the summer!
May 5 – 5PM at Eastwood City
Paolo Sandejas
May 6 – 7PM at Uptown Bonifacio
Zild
The Good Time
Raven
May 6 – 4:30PM at Lucky Chinatown
Paolo Sandejas
May 7 – 7PM at Venice Grand Canal
Cian Ducrot
May 7 – 6PM at Alabang West Parade
Paolo Sandejas
May 12 – 6PM at Venice Grand Canal
Paolo Sandejas
Tala
Will Mikhael
May 13 – 7PM at Uptown Bonifacio
Lola Amour
Sugarcane
May 27 – 6PM at Venice Grand Canal
JikaMarie
JRLDM
PLAYERTWO
Dilaw
For more information, visit Megaworld Lifestyle Malls’ official Facebook and Instagram pages. You may also log on to megaworld-lifestylemalls.com or call (63 2) 8-462-8888.
PLDT Inc. (PLDT) has achieved a five-peat win at the Ookla® Speedtest Awards™ 2022 — a first for PLDT, and for the Philippines.
Global benchmarking company Ookla® announced that PLDT, the country’s largest digital services provider, achieved a top speed score of 86.52 in 2022, affirming the telco’s dominance and consistent performance in delivering the country’s fastest Internet speeds for the fifth consecutive year.
To celebrate this momentous achievement, PLDT hosted a star-studded party in Makati City. The event was attended by celebrities, brand ambassadors, content creators, influencers, as well as top executives from PLDT and Ookla®.
Among the celebrities present were Miss Universe Philippines beauty queens Gazini Ganados, Bea Gomez, Maureen Montagne, Billie Hakenson, and Kat Legado; model and entrepreneur Tweetie de Leon-Gonzalez; social media personality Eric “Eruption” Tai; actors and PLDT ambassadors Franco Laurel and Jairus Aquino; showbiz personalities Dianne Medina and Roxanne Montealegre; sports host Aiyana Perlas; VJ and host Samm Alvero; content creators Kayla Javier and Andrea Angeles; and gamer and streamer Een Mercado. Talented P-Pop singer FANA wowed guests with an impressive performance, and everyone danced the rest of the night away to a long set of music hits played by DJ Miaow. The event was hosted by Miss Grand International 2016 first runner-up Nicole Cordoves.
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PLDT executives, led by President and CEO Alfred S. Panlilio, received the official Fastest Internet 5 Years In A Row award from Ookla Chief Technology Officer Luke Deryckx.
“PLDT’s commitment is to help build and empower the nation by setting the bar high in providing world-class digital services for Filipinos,” said PLDT President and CEO Alfredo S. Panlilio. “For the past five years, PLDT has made big strides to elevate our customers’ experience by delivering the best fixed network services. We intend to keep this momentum and to go above and beyond in ensuring that our customers get the best digital experience wherever they need it – at home, school, or the office.”
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Ookla’s Chief Technology Officer, Luke Deryckx, affirms PLDT’s superior network performance for the past five years. He says, “With over 18 million consumer-initiated tests taken daily and billions of data points gathered, the Ookla data paints a clear picture of the performance, quality, and availability of virtually every network in the world. We are proud to recognize PLDT’s hard work in providing the fastest Internet experience in the Philippines and celebrate their achievements in superior network performance over the last 5 years.”
PLDT’s five-peat win at the Ookla Speedtest Awards is a testament to the company’s commitment to providing Filipinos with the best possible internet experience and supporting the country’s digitalization
For more information about PLDT’s Ookla Speedtest Awards, visit www.pldt.com.
The Fast and Furious franchise has been a global sensation for more than two decades, with each new film generating anticipation among fans. The franchise has evolved from street racing to heists and espionage, all while maintaining the central themes of fast cars, thrilling action and family.
With “Fast X,” fans can expect all these elements and more, in the beginning of the franchise’s epic final chapters. Helmed by Louis Leterrier, who is best known for his impressive action filmmaking, from The Transporter to The Incredible Hulk, “Fast X” stars returning cast members Vin Diesel, Michelle Rodriguez, Tyrese Gibson, Chris Ludacris Bridges, Nathalie Emmanuel, Jordana Brewster, Sung Kang, Jason Statham, John Cena and Scott Eastwood with Oscar® winner Helen Mirren and Oscar® winner Charlize Theron. The film also features an extraordinary new cast including Jason Momoa, Oscar® winner Brie Larson, Alan Ritchson, Daniela Melchior, and legendary Oscar® winner Rita Moreno.
Since the Fast franchise began, Dom Toretto has been fiercely protective of his loved ones and is willing to do anything to keep them safe. Time and again, he puts his own life on the line to protect the family he’s created. This time around in “Fast X” though, he has more responsibility on his shoulders—most importantly, his now 8-year-old son, Little Brian (Leo Abelo Perry). This time around, Dom and his crew have yet to face an adversary quite like Dante (Momoa). “Dom has met his match,” director Louis Leterrier says. “Dante is fluid—he’s a snake. Not only has Dante analyzed Dom for twenty years, but he’s learned from Dom and is completely unpredictable.”
Dante, portrayed by Jason Momoa, is the son of the crime lord Hernan Reyes, whose final confrontation on a bridge with the crew in Fast Five sealed his fate. Now, Dante is out for revenge. “What you didn’t see in Fast Five, and what we see at the beginning of Fast X, is that Hernan had a son, Dante, who was knocked off that bridge and went into the ocean,” producer Jeff Kirschenbaum says. “Dante was dead for two minutes and came back to avenge his family. He’s studied Dom, and he’s ready to unravel everything that’s important to him. He’s taking Dom’s reputation, fracturing his family and framing the entire team.”
Momoa was excited to infuse his own flare into the portrayal of Dante. “I hadn’t played a villain in about 10 years, and the opportunity to have that role in this franchise meant so much to me,” Momoa says. “I was excited to inject a fresh and entertaining element to the character, and it was fun to figure out his specific balance of playfulness and psychopathy. Dom doesn’t understand how tricky and sly Dante is, and how Dante has duped him into his web.”
Star and producer Vin Diesel says. “When we made the first movie, we filmed it in L.A. and it was a regional story. We never anticipated its global implications or appeal. We certainly didn’t anticipate that we would travel all over the world and take the theme of family around it.”
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Friday summer nights will never be the same again with Nobu Manila bringing back the outdoor party vibe of “Friday Chill-Out”, with a seductive summer sundown special and cool DJ tracks adding a new aspect to enjoying iconic Chef Nobu Matsuhisa’s globally renowned new-style Japanese cuisine and sophisticated drinks.
From 6 pm to 10 pm only on Friday nights in the fashionable cabanas, patio, and bar, Nobu Manila’s happy hour stirs an enlivening experience that makes the hip hangout the hottest outdoor sundown session. Whether to cap a busy week or ease into the weekend with friends and family, Friday night revelers will see how the world-renowned Nobu classics become an even more coveted gastronomic tour de force.
Yellowtail Sashimi with Jalapeño, Nobu tacos, Rock Shrimp Tempura; Black Cod Butter Lettuce, Sushi Ocean 8 and other premium sushi, sashimi, nigiri, and maki; an array of kushiyaki or grilled and skewered meat and vegetables served with Nobu signature sauces, along with the Miso Cappuccino and Nobu Halo Halo, all convey “kokoro”, Chef Nobu’s service trademark that means “from the heart”.
Nobu’s handcrafted cocktails, signature sake, wine, beer, liquor and mocktails merit equal attention at the incredible Chill-Out nights, alongside premium spirits such as top brewery Hokusetsu Sake and Nobu’s signature sake like Ginjo Nigori, Nobu Soju, Nobu Junmai Daiginjo ‘The Sake’; and Nobu Special Reserve. Cocktail drinkers swear by The Japanese Sidecar, a rich and bold drink, and the aromatic and spicy Japanese Bloody Mary, and Papa Shichimi, along with the light, crisp and refreshing specialty cocktails that include Lychee Martini, Mango Passion Martini and Champagne 95.Premium champagne is also available by the glass.
Nobu Friday Chill-Out happens every Friday night until May 26, 2023, with DTI Fair Trade Permit No. FTEB-164594 Series of 2023. For inquiries and reservations call (63 2) 8800-8080 or e-mail noburestaurant@cod-manila.com. For more information, visit www.cityofdreamsmanila.com. Explore more of City of Dreams Manila’s promotional offers, rewards, or instantly check Melco Club points with the new Melco Club App, available for free download on iOS and Android.
School is out, so now the kids can get some time off from all their usual routines, right? Unfortunately, the more kids are free to play and relax over the break, the harder it is for parents to keep their kids’ health on track. It’s key for families to be in “Todo Tatag” shape to enjoy a worry-free summer, and it all starts in the gut.
While there are many ways that lead to a healthy body, 70% of the body’s immunity comes from the gut. In fact, scientific studies often refer to the gut as the body’s “second brain” as it uses the same chemical signals that alert the brain when something is wrong.
“Our gut is home to trillions of bacteria and microbes that not just digest food and absorb nutrients, but also are in direct contact with nerve and immune cells, greatly influencing one’s mood, behavior, and of course, overall health,” said J Ann Mirasol from the makers of Erceflor Kiddie.
To make it easy for parents to protect their kids’ gut health, Erceflora Kiddie recently mounted the Todo Tatag Playground that taught three key concepts in strengthening one’s immunity:
A healthy gut helps absorb the most nutrients
The food we eat greatly affects the diversity of bacteria in the gut, so it’s important to eat the right kinds of food to boost immunity. To help maximize what we get from our food, probiotics, like Erceflora Kiddie, help our gut’s digestion by converting the nutrients from our food into simpler forms that are easier to digest. This allows our bodies to better absorb the necessary proteins, vitamins, and nutrients needed to improve our gut health.
A healthy gut helps protect the body from bad bacteria
Not all bacteria are bad bacteria, but bad bacteria cause many disorders in the body. This commonly comes in the form of belly aches and diarrhea, so it’s important to have a good balance of good and bad bacteria in the gut. An easy way to bring balance to the gut is through the active component of Erceflora Kiddie, bacillus clausii. This good bacteria multiplies when it reaches the gut which inhibits and replaces the bad bacteria in it, allowing your body to recover from the cause of the gut disorder.
A healthy gut improves the overall health of the body
Our body is constantly exposed to possible causes of sickness and disorders, and building strong immunity can be a challenge. Handwashing is now known as the body’s first line of defense by lowering the risk of germs entering the body through our hands, but so many other things can affect our intestinal well-being – travel, stress, and even other medications. To protect the gut from these factors, probiotics enhance the immune system by replenishing any good bacteria that your body might have lost. The replenished good bacteria then supports the integrity of the wall of our gut preventing the spread of toxins throughout the body.
According to Mirasol, “When it comes to health, gut health isn’t always the first thing that comes to mind for most parents. However, with the gut playing a large role in the whole body’s immune system, it is key to make sure that kids stay on track with their health no matter what season it is.”
Protecting kids’ gut health may seem like a big task but Erceflora Kiddie is here to help parents on their journey to building a healthy household. Erceflora Kiddie is a probiotic drink that helps balance the gut by allowing it to better absorb nutrients while resisting harmful bacteria which helps prevent kids from getting an upset stomach. Since Erceflora Kiddie is tasteless and odorless, it’s easy for kids to take it on its own or mix it with any kind of food or drink without much fuss.
This season, parents can also help more families and more children live a healthier life. When you buy Erceflora Kiddie, a portion of the sale will support Batang Matatag—a movement initiated by Save the Children Philippines and Erceflora Kiddie to improve the overall health and nutrition of children in school.
As we dive into the summer season, Johnson’s Baby launches its biggest kiddie online search for kid influencers with soft, smooth, and shiny hair! Dubbed as the #JohnsonsBidaBest squad search, the brand is on the look-out for the next big kid influencer squad who can showcase how they are fun, energetic, and active because of Johnson’s Shampoo.
Led by the iconic hair idol of the 90’s, and now mommy celebrity Jolina Magdangal-Escueta, the #JohnsonsBidaBest squad search launched with an animated and fun TikTok challenge that moms and their kids can join by showcasing their dance moves, while flaunting their healthy and shiny hair.
“I’ve been in the industry for a long time, and one of the things people remember about me are my fun and unique hairstyles. I was only able to do all those throughout the years because I took great care of my hair from the beginning. This is something that I want my kids and fellow momshies to know, which is why I use Johnson’s Shampoo for my kids! Their favorite being the Shiny Drops variant. Makes their hair feel extra cared for!” said Jolina Magdangal-Escueta.
For the #JohnsonsBidaBest squad search, moms and kids will have to go through different online challenges that will allow them to show their creativity, energy, and of course, their kids’ soft, smooth, and shiny hair. The TikTok challenge encourages moms and their kids to dance to the Johnson’s Shampoo’s newest jingle performed by our brand ambassador Jolina Magdangal-Escueta herself. Moms together with their kids can also get to try the animated branded filter as their background, as they dance to the beat of Johnson’s Shampoo’s newest jingle—a fun way in teaching our moms the importance of using age-appropriate shampoo for their kids to achieve soft, smooth, and shiny hair.
#JohnsonsBidaBest Challenge Accepted ❤️💜 @johnsonsbabyph Gwyn’s secret for thick, shiny, and silky hair is that she’s using Johnson’s Active Kids Shiny Drops Shampoo. Join here too Mommies #JohnsonsBidaBestChallenge @momofcmandcm @axle.and.akira @laranangfam
The search does not stop there, apart from the TikTok challenge, Johnson’s Baby will also host more online games on different social media platforms that will ultimately help the brand identify our top 4 kid influencers.
The winners of the #JohnsonsBidaBest squad search will receive a 1-year contract with Johnson’s Baby (inclusive of Magandang Buhay guesting and vlog guesting with Jolina Magdangal-Escueta!), a 1-year supply of Johnson’s Shampoo’s product range, 25,000 pesos in cash, and will be the newest addition to our growing Johnson’s Baby family. They will be the main faces and advocates for Johnson’s Shampoo; raising awareness on age-appropriate haircare for kids given that their hair is more delicate than adult hair.
According to research conducted by Johnson & Johnson Consumer Health Philippines, kids’ hair is known to be two times thinner than adult hair; making it harmful for kids to use adult shampoo because of its strong chemicals.
With this, it has become the mission of Johnson’s Baby to ensure that kids get the strong, healthy hair that they deserve through proper haircare products as shown in their product range: Shiny Drops with Argan Oil and Silk proteins for soft, smooth, and shiny hair, Clean & Fresh with active fresh technology for 12-hour freshness, Strong & Healthy with 8 conditioners and Vitamin E for stronger hair and less breakage, and Soft & Smooth shampoo with honey and wheat extracts for smooth, less frizzy hair.
“Kids are known to be pure and gentle, which is why the products that they use should be the same. With our ongoing #JohnsonsBidaBest Squad Search, we want to educate moms and make them realize that their growing kids’ delicate hair should be equipped with a product that is gentle to the eyes, hair, and scalp; making their hair stronger, healthier, and prettier with Johnson’s Shampoo and its gentle formula specifically designed for kids’ hair,” said marketing manager Kat Suarez.
To all the moms out there, what are you waiting for? Join the #JohnsonsBidaBest Squad search and check out our official hashtag page on TikTok #JohnsonsBidaBest to learn more about the mechanics!
For more information about the search, visit the social media pages of Johnson’s Baby and keep yourself posted by following them on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/JohnsonsBabyPhilippines and @johnsonsbabyph on Instagram and TikTok.
You can also visit social media pages of our brand ambassador Jolina Magdangal-Escueta at @mariajolina_ig on Instagram, and Jolina Magdangal on Facebook for more updates on the #JohnsonsBidaBest Squad Search!
Johnson’s Shampoo product range is available in leading supermarkets and drugstores, as well as on official Johnson & Johnson stores on Lazada and Shopee.
The best woman in the world deserves nothing but the best treat and Krispy Kreme exactly knows that. This Mother’s Day, Krispy Kreme is gifting our moms with another awesome creation that will surely put the biggest smile on their special day. Fall in love with their Mother’s Day collection that comes with the Mixed Berry Crunch and Pistachio Crunch Cake. Two special flavors that our moms will definitely crave for.
Surprise her with the Mixed Berry Crunch, a ring doughnut dipped in mixed berry crunch glaze, topped with vanilla kreme, sprinkles and berry flavoured jellies. Give her the sweetest treat with the Pistachio Crunch Cake, a cake doughnut dipped in crunchy pistachio glaze topped with vanilla kreme and roasted pistachio. These are available starting May 5 at P70.
The best part is that on Mother’s Day weekend, May 12 to 14, Krispy Kreme is releasing its special M-O-M Doughnuts to make the celebration more special. Our moms deserve this royal treatment from our most loved sweet treat brand.
“Krispy Kreme celebrates Mother’s Day yearly as we know how important our mothers are in our lives. We wouldn’t be here without them and so, we created these two special doughnuts to make them feel more special. We hope that all of our moms will get to try our new doughnuts, made with love from us at Krispy Kreme,” said Ysabel Cruz, Marketing Manager of Krispy Kreme.
Go to any Krispy Kreme stores nationwide to check out these specials. Visit your nearest store today, or have it delivered to your doorstep by calling 888-79000 or ordering online through now.krispykreme.com.ph, GrabFood, Foodpanda, Pick.a.Roo, Mangan, OrderMo, and Groover.
Leading smart devices provider in the Philippines, HONOR, is going all out this 5.5 Sale on Lazada, Shopee, and TikTok including the crowd-favorite HONOR X Series. Up to Php 2,000 worth of discounts are up for grabs with exciting bundles and FREE shipping nationwide.
“Now is the best time to reward yourself as we are throwing away our biggest discount to date. With our wide range of choices for smartphones, laptops, tablets, and accessories, there’s surely an HONOR device for whichever requirement you have,” said Stephen Cheng, HONOR Philippines Vice President.
Treat yourself with hot-selling HONOR gadgets this 5.5 Sale. From HONOR X9a 5G, X7a, X8a, X6, MagicBook X laptops, to HONOR Pad 8, you can get up to Php 1,500 discount when you shop on Shopee and TikTok Shop from May 4 to 7, 2023! And exclusively on Lazada , avail the 20% or up to Php 2,000 off HONOR X7 and X8 from May 5 to 9, 2023.
And until supplies last, you can also get amazing freebies for every purchase of select HONOR gadgets. Receive a FREE Magic Keyboard worth Php 5,990 when you buy an HONOR Pad 8 while you can get a FREE Premium HONOR bag worth Php 2,000 for every purchase of HONOR MagicBook X 14 or MagicBook X 15.
Wait, there’s more! You can also get HONOR Accessories for up to 50% off! HONOR Choice Earbuds will go from Php 1,590 to just Php 795 and HONOR X3 Lite Earbuds will only be at Php 2,000 from its original price of Php 3,990. HONOR Band 6 gets a big slash too, from Php 1,799 to just Php 999 all throughout the 5.5 Sale.
The end of the pandemic has meant one thing: more live events! These include the Good Vibes Festival in Malaysia, the Arctic Monkeys and Rolling Loud in Thailand, Equation Festival in Vietnam, Joey Yap in Malaysia, and Young Living events in Singapore and the Philippines.
Leading this live event renaissance is Ticketmelon, Thailand’s second-largest ticketing platform. It’s the premier event technology solutions company for event goers and organizers throughout Southeast Asia! It evolved from a start-up into the leading provider of ticketing and digital in-event platforms for some of the region’s most prominent events.
With over 2,000 events powered annually across the region, it earned the trust of top event organizers. It has facilitated events like the Vietnam Motor Show, Sensation, Garden Beats in Singapore, Wonderfruit, The 1975, Wacken Open Air Metal Battle in the Philippines, Transmission Festival Asia, the LPGA Thailand Open, and the upcoming Zark’s Music Festival.
30-year-old techpreneur Panupong Tejapaibul, CEO and Co-Founder of Ticketmelon, recently announced the company’s expansion in Southeast Asia and the Philippines, offering a comprehensive platform that integrates cutting-edge ticketing tools, innovative digital in-event solutions, and live streaming services. These are envisioned to cater to the needs of the most challenging event formats and audience volumes, all backed by exceptional organizer support to deliver the most seamless event experience!
Ticketmelon may sound new, but it’s been in the Philippines well before Covid-19 struck. In 2019, it hosted events for Grab and Citibank! But “when the pandemic struck, we quickly adapted to the new normal. Agility is the key element and the watchword during the crisis,” says Chelsea Gloria, the company’s Business Development Manager in the Philippines. Ticketmelon soldiered on even when options were restricted, successfully hosting Young Living Philippines’ 1st ever Virtual Press Conference: Amplify 2021, Yoli Better Living, and NOSH Conferences—providing the streaming platform and ticket selling.
In addition to being a leading provider of in-event cashless payment solutions and ticketing platforms in Southeast Asia, Ticketmelon offers localized payment channels in various currencies, enabling local consumers to purchase tickets seamlessly. Their digital in-event solutions support all events, including corporate, sporting, and product launches, and feature personalized welcome messages, interactive games, points redemptions, and more. Furthermore, their advanced ticketing features are unparalleled, offering white labeling options, intuitive seat mapping, and live streaming services to expand audiences beyond physical events.
In Tale of the Nine Tailed 1938, Lee Yeon unexpectedly finds himself summoned to the year 1938. He sees some familiar faces including his brother Lee Rang with whom he has a very different relationship in present day. Lee Yeon seeks a way to return to the present but meets some old friends who may turn out to be foes. His efforts to go back to his loved ones in present time proves to be a challenge as he deals with forces determined to take away everyone he loves.
AIR May 12, 2023
From award-winning director Ben Affleck, AIR reveals the unbelievable game-changing partnership between a then rookie Michael Jordan and Nike’s fledgling basketball division which revolutionized the world of sports and contemporary culture with the Air Jordan brand. This moving story follows the career-defining gamble of an unconventional team with everything on the line, the uncompromising vision of a mother who knows the worth of her son’s immense talent, and the basketball phenom who would become the greatest of all time.
Ang Mga Kaibigan Ni Mama Susan May 18, 2023
The story revolves around Galo, a college student in an unnamed university in Manila, and his journal entries that he writes for one of his college instructors. In the entries he describes how his everyday situations turn into scary situations, how he uncovers various mysteries and horrors, and how he gets deeply involved in these mysteries and horrors and, in the end, cannot escape them.
Golden Kamuy May 22, 2023
Sugimoto and Asirpa’s new journey begins! The new series opens with a struggle for survival over the stolen gold that was taken from the Ainu. The ‘get rich or die trying’ struggle continues, with the action heating up once more on the northern stage. As the adventure unfolds, we can’t keep our eyes off the prize!
The Legend & The Butterfly May 12, 2023
Oda Nobunaga marries Lady No, who wants him dead. But when her father dies, he gives her a reason to live again, and when in a predicament, she listens to his doubts. Together, they win the Okehazama battle and the unification of Japan becomes their dream. However, he’s turned into a “Demon King” and the Honno-ji Incident is imminent. What did they really dream of during their 30 years together?
James May: Oh Cook Season 2 May 24, 2023
James May is not a chef. But that’s the whole point: you don’t need to be a brilliant cook to make delicious food. Transporting us to the Far East, the Med, and the local pub – all from the comfort of a home economist’s kitchen – he’ll knock up delicious recipes that you can actually make yourself, with ingredients you can actually buy. And all without the usual television cooking format trickery.
