ASICS Philippines ushers in the month with an invitation to all runners to get back into the groove, and commit to go the distance once again during the inaugural Asics Rock ’n’ Roll® Running Series Manila on June 19, 2022. Registration opens today for all races distances: 5K, 10K, half marathon, and full marathon!
ASICS helps bring the iconic running series to the City of Manila. The first in Southeast Asian region, it will highlight unique race routes that will make runners experience the culture and beauty of the nation’s capital, all while being entertained and pumped up by live music and entertainment along the way. All in true Rock ’n’ Roll® Running Series fashion that runners worldwide have grown to love!
But just like any other race, ASICS also recognizes the need for optimum performance during the pre, during, and post run sessions – more so during training. With over 50 years of experience in supporting athletes be at their best with the right technology, ASICS Philippines invites the local runners’ commitment to getting back to races by offering FREE REGISTRATION to their race distance of choice, with minimum spend of P6,000 on regular priced running footwear.
Promo is valid in ASICS Bonifacio Highstreet, ASICS Alabang Town Center, ASICS SM Megamall, ASICS SM Fairview, ASICS SM North Edsa, ASICS SM Abreeza, ASICS SM Mall of Asia, ASICS Ayala Malls Manila Bay and ASICS.COM
So gear up, get back to the grind, and bring back that love for running with ASICS!
For registration to the 1st ASICS Rock ’n’ Roll Running Series Manila, and more information about the race, visit www.runrocknroll.com/manila.
Vans, the original action-sports brand and icon of creative expression, is proud to announce the launch of the “Divine Energy” Collection, in celebration of International Women’s Day. International Women’s Day is a global event celebrating the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. Regardless of age or gender identity, Vans believes there are a multitude of ways to empower, support, and celebrate women around the world on this important day and throughout the year.
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The Vans International Women’s Day Collection was inspired with that spirit in mind, showing the inclusion of all those who identify as women through the varying use of neutral colors and patchwork details to represent multiple communities joining as one. Key footwear styles include the Old Skool™ Divine Energy and the Classic Slip-On featuring a combination of earth-tone solids, florals and Vans’ signature Checkerboard print.
The International Women’s Day Hoodie and matching sweatpants both have an oversized, relaxed fit and a cloud-wash screen-print graphic on the front and back. The whole look is completed by the International Women’s Day Ticker Sock––an allover-print fashion crew sock.
Whether a dreamer, a partner, a friend, or an advocate, all women and allies around the world are celebrated and welcomed to be “Off The Wall.” To reiterate that sentiment, men’s long and short-sleeve tees feature supportive messages that help express allyship. For footwear, the Divine Energy SK8-Hi® boasts a leather upper with left heel counter messaging “We all come from a ♀.” Finishing details include top eyelets that speak to the overall message of inclusion with both a non-binary and female symbol, and a foxing pattern with the words “teammate, lover, partner, friend, child, advocate.”
Vans’ purpose is to enable creative expression no matter gender, race, or class and we’re excited to bring attention to causes that affect women and to help unify all people with uplifting messages that celebrate the power and spirit of women around the world. In honor of International Women’s Day, 2.5% of every sale of this product between February 21 and August 1, 2022 will be donated to organizations that uplift and empower women of all ages via the Tides Foundation, up to a maximum of $200,000. To learn more about these organizations, please visit Vans.com.
The Vans International Women’s Day “Divine Energy” Collection will be available in these select Vans Stores: Vans Glorietta 3 Vans Greenbelt 3 Vans Market Market Vans Ermita Vans Marquee Vans Galleria Vans Gateway Vans Megamall Vans Robinsons Magnolia Vans UP Town Center Vans Fairview Vans Fairview Terraces Vans Trinoma Vans North EDSA Vans Antipolo Vans EVIA Vans ATC Vans Festival Vans Solenad Nuvali Vans Sta. Lucia Vans Ayala Cebu For more information, please visit @vansphilippines on Instagram.
ICYMI: Celebrity chefs, Ninong Ry and Panlasang Pinoy’s Vanjo Merano released separate videos over the weekend in what appeared to be a throwdown-slash-collaboration between the two. Both personalities appeared in each other’s videos and showed viewers their own take on cooking the oh-so-controversial tinolang manok.
Anyone who’s seen either of the videos surely know by now that the reason the two chefs got together is because of an ongoing Twitter debate between lovers and haters of the traditional Filipino comfort food. The said debate—which many refer to as Tinola Slander—started in March last year but continues to persist today. Last week, famous meme accounts, FTTM and Kabulastugan, posted a screenshot of a tweet about it on Facebook. In less than 24 hours, the said posts had already had more than 20,000 and 1,000 reactions respectively and have been shared at least 3,000 times.
It was these posts that apparently drove the attention of Ninong Ry, Vanjo, and even global food brand, Knorr, to the Tinola Slander debate. Netizens were quick to tag the three on it, asking them to show haters how to properly cook tinola. Needless to say, they were happy to oblige and just a couple of days later, the videos are now up, further proving that the power of social media—even a seemingly petty discussion about the culinary value of tinola—can get people to take action. In the case of the two chefs, it gave them a good reason to collaborate.
Ninong Ry’s Fusion Tinola:
Panlasang Pinoy’s Classic Tinola:
In Panlasang Pinoy’s video, he teaches how to make fool-proof traditional tinola. In the said video, he emphasized the importance of following small steps like making sure to properly sauté your aromatics and cook your chicken for a long time in low heat for maximum flavor. Meanwhile, Ninong Ry shows three different variations of the said dish: Tinola Risotto, Hainanese-Inspired Tinola, and a leveled-up version of the classic recipe. In all the recipes they prepared, both Ninong Ry and Vanjo emphasized the importance of using fresh ingredients and Knorr Chicken Cubes to ensure a truly hearty and meaty tinola. Knorr Cubes is a trusted kitchen aid that has been helping generations of moms feed their families with delicious and nutritious meals. It’s also well-loved by professionals for its ability to meati-fy any dish to make it more flavorful.
For years, Knorr has made nutritious meals more delicious for Filipino families. Today, select Knorr products have added essential vitamins and minerals to make your favorite dishes even more Nutri-Sarap. Join us on our mission for a healthier future for every Filipino by using Knorr in your everyday dishes. For more information, visit https://www.knorr.com/ph/nutri-sarap.html
This International Women’s Day, Spotify is celebrating its community of Filipina artists, creators, and listeners with fresh content on EQUAL Philippines and Pinay Voices. The world’s largest audio streaming platform reinforces its commitment to fostering gender equity by spotlighting its year-long initiative EQUAL, a space dedicated to female voices in music and podcasts.
Empowered Filipina Voices on the Rise
In a global study commissioned by Spotify on the representation of women in the music industry, only 1 in 5 artists on the charts are women*. In the Philippines, Spotify saw a 35% female share in streams in 2021, reflecting the opportunity for equal representation in the music scene.
“Giving Filipino artists and creators a platform for their voices and passion has always been Spotify’s driving force, and the artists and creators we listen to should reflect the diversity of the world we live in. Spotify is committed to being a driver of progress, both on and off the platform.” said Kossy Ng, Spotify Asia’s Head of Music.
A space facilitating diverse perspectives and conversations, podcasts are on the rise amongst Pinay creators and listeners alike.
Spotify’s EQUAL Program Uplifts Women Artists and Creators
Since the launch of its EQUAL program, Spotify has seen consistent growth in listenership of local female artists on EQUAL Philippines, accounting for an average year-on-year growth of close to 50% in the Philippines. In 2021, the second year since the program was launched, there was a 46% share in the top 200 Songs chart for female artists, spotlighting Filipina artists like Belle Mariano, Julie Ann San Jose and more.
“With platforms like Spotify making an intentional commitment to champion gender equity, it generates more opportunities for our work to be seen and heard on the local and global stage. In this age of audio streaming, it has empowered Filipina artists like myself to pursue our passions, and even inspire aspiring artists or listeners through my craft,” says Keiko Necesario, Spotify March’s EQUAL Ambassador for Month.
Podcasts are an avenue for them to reach like-minded audiences, as well as tap new ones, in exploring topics relevant to the modern Filipina of today.
A space facilitating diverse perspectives and conversations, podcasts are on the rise amongst Pinay creators and listeners alike. In the past year, Spotify saw an almost 70% increase in Filipina podcast listeners, with Society & Culture, Wellness (Health & Fitness), and Education being the top podcast genres.
“It’s enlightening to see that people are more willing to open up about mental health and wellness” says Hannah Pangilinan, Creator of Spotify Original, Pausecast with Hannah. “I’m so honored for the opportunity to work alongside Spotify to develop a “kinder-approach to well-being—one that is non-judgmental and packed with takeaways perfect to easily incorporate into our daily conversations, routines and lives!” Her show is amongst the slate of refreshing content on Spotify’s latest wellness playlist, Hinga Muna.
For Pangilinan and many other creators, podcasts are an avenue for them to reach like-minded audiences, as well as tap new ones, in exploring topics relevant to the modern Filipina of today.
“Women artists and creators are integral to the growth of the audio industry – globally and in the Philippines.And our community of women and allies are raring to go; passionate and empowered to welcome a new, gender-equal era of audio,” Ng concludes.
Ambulance takes Oscar nominee Jake Gyllenhaal (Zodiac, Spider-Man: Far From Home, Brokeback Mountain), Emmy winner Yahya Abdul-Mateen II (Candyman, The Matrix Resurrections) and Eiza Gonzales (Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw, Baby Driver) across the streets of LA under scorching heat in an intense high-speed, breakneck chase with the authorities after a bank heist turned awfully wrong.
Director-producer Michael Bay helms Ambulance, who is also known for bringing unprecedented cinematic experience with blockbuster films such as Transformers, A Quiet Place and 6 Underground. In his latest movie Ambulance, the filmmaker pits the characters under a series of extreme situations when Gyllenhaal’s character Danny, a career criminal plans the biggest bank heist in Los Angeles’ history. At the same time, Danny’s brother Will, played by Abdul- Mateen II is trying to raise money for his wife’s medical bills and desperately asks Danny as his last resort. Confident of his plan, Danny takes Will to be his designated driver and most trusted ally in what could be the last and most dangerous heist he will take on. Soon enough, with all crew, vehicles and weapons in place, Danny’s team sets out in stealth for the 32-million-dollar bank theft in broad daylight. But unforeseen incidents derail their plan that resulted in an all-out battle of brawn and wits against the police force, the desperate brothers soon encounter an ambulance driven by Cam Thompson (Gonzalez) with a wounded cop. Escaping a massive and merciless hunt from the authorities, Danny and Will execute the craziest of escapes while trying to keep the injured hostage cop safe and alive.
Ambulance’s screenplay is by Chris Fedak (Prodigal Son, Chuck), based on the original story and screenplay for the 2005 Danish thriller Ambulancen by Laurits Munch-Petersen and Lars Andreas Pedersen.
Eiza González as Camille “Cam” Thompson in Ambulance, directed by Michael Bay.
A Universal Pictures International release, Ambulance runs in Philippine cinemas (nationwide) starting March 16, ahead of US release.
Showers are not just about being clean anymore. For the modern man, it’s about giving yourself that quick power-up to jump-start your day, being in that loading zone before the game starts, and listening to the beat building up before the bass drops. But for the man who wants to do the Greatest Of All Things (G.O.A.T.), the real man’s man, a single shower can only last as long.
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Calling all Mi Fans! Following the successful launch of the Redmi Note 11, Xiaomi has now launched the most awaited Redmi Note 11S and Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G in the Philippines as it continues to push forward the legacy of the Redmi Note series.
The two new variants were announced on the Xiaomi Facebook via a livestream with Sparkle Sweethearts, Mavy Legaspi and Kyline Alcantara, together with their gamer friends Yvenne, KCBae, Mirmoooo, Fofi, Nukella, Mangobells, Beiii, and Newspade.
Redmi Note 11S and Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G rise to the challenge through offering stronger specs and features, with its powerful upgrades to the camera system, charging speed, display, and System on Chip (SoC)—making flagship-level smartphone performance more accessible than before. Both phones are now available at participating Xiaomi Authorized stores and Online channels with prices starting at Php 12,999.
Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G
Market availability:
The Redmi Note 11S 8+128 will be available for Php 12,999 while the Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G 8+128 will retail at Php 15,999. Both will be available for pre-order starting March 5 in Xiaomi’s official Lazada and Shopee stores as well as Authorized Xiaomi stores nationwide.
Direct links for the Redmi Note 11S may be accessed here at Lazada and Shopee. For Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G version, you may access directly through these links Lazada and Shopee.
Get a free Redmi Watch 2 Lite when you purchase the Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G 8+128 in Xiaomi stores from March 5 to X, but hurry because stocks and availability for the freebie are limited!
Flagship-level camera setup to deliver outstanding photography
Raising up the flagship camera experience, the Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G and Redmi Note 11S once again feature 108MP primary sensors, allowing you to capture and share moments of your life in high resolution and true-to-life details. Utilizing the Samsung HM2 sensor with a large 1/1.52″ sensor size, the main camera leverages 9-in-1 pixel binning technology as well as dual native ISO to deliver incredible images with higher dynamic range and colour performance, with excellent results even in dim light. The 8MP ultra-wide angle camera extends your perspective with a 118-degree viewing angle, and the 2MP macro camera captures fine details from up close. Additionally, the 2MP depth camera on Redmi Note 11S allows you to create a natural bokeh effect for your portrait shots. The front of Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G and Redmi Note 11S feature a 16MP front camera that can capture clear, natural-looking selfies.
FHD+ AMOLED DotDisplay with up to 120Hz refresh rate & trendy flat-edge body
Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G boasts a high refresh rate up to 120Hz and a touch sampling rate up to 360Hz while Redmi Note 11S reaches 90Hz and a touch sampling rate up to 180Hz. Both phones enhance your screen experience with smoother animations and lag-free transitions, while also registering more precise finger touches. With a screen size of 6.67-inch and 6.43-inch, the Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G and Redmi Note 11S respectively are equipped with a FHD+ AMOLED DotDisplay featuring DCI-P3 wide color gamut, provides more vibrant colours and details, while also reaching as much as 1000 nits for Redmi Note 11S and 1200 nits for the Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G to ensure the screen’s clarity even in bright daylight.
The beautiful display is packed into a trendy flat-edge body design. Plus, with dual super linear speakers located at the top and bottom of the phone, Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G and Redmi Note 11S offers a complete entertainment experience with immersive stereo sound for gaming or watching videos.
Speedy and powerful performance at all fonts
Raising up its performance, Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G is powered by the advanced octa-core processor Snapdragon® 695. This chipset offers 5G connectivity and superb performance, thanks to the flagship-level 6nm technology and clock speed up to 2.2 GHz. Redmi Note 11S rises to the challenge with advanced octa-core MediaTek Helio G96 processor and up to 8GB of RAM. Additionally, both phones equip you with a 5,000mAh large-capacity battery. Alongside this exceptional battery capacity is Xiaomi flagship-level 67W wired turbo charging in Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G, which takes as fast as 15 minutes to fill 50% of battery*, while the Redmi Note 11S features 33W Pro fast charging, allowing you to charge to 100% in around an hour precisely 58 minutes.
In celebration of its 115th year in the Philippines, and the launch of FutureBoost, a flexible insurance plan that provides customers with rewards and bonuses that can maximize policy value, Manulife has partnered with global sportswear brand adidas through its Double Boost campaign. The leading global life insurer will be giving away pairs of adidas UltraBoost sneakers and adidas store vouchers to those looking to charge up their future.
“For Filipinos who want to power up the path to their goals, FutureBoost is an affordable and flexible life and financial protection plan specially designed to provide them with the opportunity to boost their coverage as their life goals and priorities evolve,” said Melissa Henson, Chief Marketing Officer, Manulife Philippines. “With the support of adidas, one of the world’s leading sportswear brands, we’re excited to introduce this innovative insurance plan to help empower Filipinos to take charge of their lives, reach for their goals, and maximize their strength and abilities so they can build a future that they can be proud of.”
Jennianne Dacasin, adidas Philippines Brand Activation Senior Manager, added: “We at adidas believe in harnessing the power of sport to help people discover their limitless potential, on and off the field of play. By supporting Manulife in this initiative, we also show our support for all Filipinos as they tap into their inner athlete, live with the mindset of a champion, and gain confidence to focus on their goals so they can own their game – whether in sport or life — and better secure their future.”
The Double Boost campaign raffle is open to all Manulife and non-Manulife policyholders who can set an appointment about FutureBoost with a Manulife financial advisor until March 31, 2022. After a successful product presentation, participants will earn one raffle entry for a chance to win a pair of adidas UltraBoost or adidas store vouchers worth Php1,500. New customers may click on the adidas UltraBoost Promo poster link found on Manulife’s Facebook page to set an appointment, while existing policyholders may get in touch with their financial advisor. Raffle draw winners will be announced in May 2022.
Raise your PAWs up if your kids can’t stop talking about PAW Patrol! Check out the newly released featurette below on how the kids of the voice cast (led by Kim Kardashian, Dax Shepard, Tyler Perry and Jimmy Kimmel) love PAW Patrol: The Movie.
The gripping, inspiring animated adventure from Paramount Pictures opens exclusively in cinemas across the Philippines on March 16.
Kim-Kardashian as Delores
Tyler-Perry as Gus
Jimmy-Kimmel as Marty-Muckracker
The PAW Patrol is on a roll! When their biggest rival, Humdinger, becomes Mayor of nearby Adventure City and starts wreaking havoc, Ryder and everyone’s favorite heroic pups kick into high gear to face the challenge head on. While one pup must face his past in Adventure City, the team finds help from a new ally, the savvy dachshund Liberty. Together, armed with exciting new gadgets and gear, the PAW Patrol fights to save the citizens of Adventure City!
Joining the PAW Patrol in their thrilling first big screen adventure are members from the original series’ cast along with Iain Armitage, Marsai Martin, Yara Shahidi, Kim Kardashian West, Randall Park, Dax Shepard, with Tyler Perry and Jimmy Kimmel and introducing Will Brisbin.
Paramount Pictures and Nickelodeon Movies and Spin Master Entertainment Present A Spin Master Entertainment Production.
Directed by Cal Brunker, screenplay by Billy Frolick and Cal Brunker & Bob Barlen, story by Billy Frolick, based on the television series created by Keith Chapman.
Produced by Jennifer Dodge, p.g.a., Paw Patrol: The Movie is distributed in the Philippines by Paramount Pictures through Columbia Pictures. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Youtube. Connect with #PAWPatrolMovie and tag paramountpicsph.
Batman works alone, or does he? Find out in the new trailer of Warner Bros. Pictures’ DC League of Super-Pets which has just been launched by the studio.
Dwayne Johnson stars as the voice of Krypto the Super-Dog in Warner Bros. Pictures’ animated action adventure feature film “DC League of Super-Pets,” from director Jared Stern.
The film also stars the voices of Kevin Hart (the “Jumanji” and “Secret Life of Pets” films), Kate McKinnon (“Saturday Night Live,” “Ferdinand”), John Krasinski (the “Quiet Place” films), Vanessa Bayer (“Saturday Night Live”), Natasha Lyonne (“Show Dogs”), Diego Luna (“Rogue One: A Star Wars Story”), Marc Maron (“Joker”), Thomas Middleditch (“Godzilla: King of the Monsters”), Ben Schwartz (“Sonic the Hedgehog”), and Keanu Reeves (the “Matrix” and “John Wick” films).
In “DC League of Super-Pets,” Krypto the Super-Dog and Superman are inseparable best friends, sharing the same superpowers and fighting crime in Metropolis side by side. When Superman and the rest of the Justice League are kidnapped, Krypto must convince a rag-tag shelter pack—Ace the hound, PB the potbellied pig, Merton the turtle and Chip the squirrel—to master their own newfound powers and help him rescue the superheroes.
Stern, a veteran writer/consultant on the “LEGO®” movies, makes his animated feature film directorial debut, directing from a screenplay he wrote with frequent collaborator John Whittington, based on characters from DC, Superman created by Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster. The film is produced by Patricia Hicks, Dwayne Johnson, Dany Garcia, Hiram Garcia and Jared Stern. The executive producers are John Requa, Glenn Ficarra, Nicholas Stoller, Allison Abbate, Chris Leahy, Sharon Taylor and Courtenay Valenti.
Warner Bros. Pictures Presents A Seven Bucks Production, “DC League of Super-Pets.” The film will be released by Warner Bros. Pictures in Philippine theaters on May 18, 2022.
Join the conversation online and use the hashtag #DCSuperPets
