Google, together with Filipino folk pop band Ben&Ben launches a new song to promote internet safety and digital responsibility. Entitled “Mag-Ingat” (Be Safe Online), the song is part of Google’s commitment to helping Filipinos use the internet safely and responsibly.
The two-and-a-half minute Filipino song addresses online threats today including scams, misinformation, and catfishing, and the importance of critical thinking and verifying information using trusted sources to protect oneself and others. It also reminds netizens to be wary of bad actors who lurk in the online space, just like in the real world.
This newest single from the young band ends strongly with a bridge conveying that online safety is a shared responsibility–people are all stewards of the digital world. It’s all in the hands of netizens to use the internet right and care for the online safety of one another.
The catchy and lively tune was written and performed by Ben&Ben, the Philippines’ #1 local artist of 2021. The award-winning nine-piece act is known for mixing Filipino folk music with pop to create songs about hope, love, and positivity.
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“Filipinos are highly social people and most of us interact with one another digitally. In such a world, it’s no wonder that while the internet brings so many advantages, it also opens us up to many dangers if we are not careful enough. With ‘Mag-ingat,’ we wanted to use our music to spread awareness on such a timely and important issue–because all of us are responsible for making sure that the internet is a safe and positive space for everyone,” said Miguel Benjamin of Ben&Ben.
“Internet safety is so important to Google. Beyond tools, products, and policies that enable us to help people stay safe online, we deepen our local partnerships to promote digital responsibility. By partnering with Ben&Ben and through their music, we believe that we can teach internet safety to more people in a way that deeply resonates with and becomes part of their everyday lives,” said Mervin Wenke, Head of Communications and Public Affairs, Google Philippines.
Google’s holistic approach to digital responsibility is helping millions of people to stay safe in the online space. Aside from security measures including the two-step verification process, and security and password checkups, it also introduced programs such as Be Internet Awesome with the Department of Education, and supported NGO campaigns like the Cyberpeace initiative of Teach Peace Build Peace Movement.
“We thank Google for being a steadfast partner in promoting and upholding the digital safety of Filipinos, and Ben&Ben for creating an anthem that will remind every Filipino who listens to it to ‘mag-ingat’ and take steps into becoming responsible netizens,” said Atty. John Henry Naga, National Privacy Commissioner.
The “Mag-ingat” music video is already available on Ben&Ben’s official YouTube channel. “Mag-ingat” is also available on all digital music services worldwide.
Four restaurants that started on foodpanda in 2020 share stories of their significant growth since signing up as vendors on the platform.
Sweettea, a milk tea shop founded by Charlene Francisco Sy and her husband in 2019, has expanded from 1 to 18 stores in a span of 2 years, thanks in part to its success in foodpanda.
“We are one of the few stores that are open at that time and we are overwhelmed with orders from foodpanda. They helped us grow the business in such a short period of time,” says Charlene, who juggles her roles as business owner and IT consultant.
Apart from the visibility, she also likes that the foodpanda merchant app helps her see crucial data that enables her to decide and to properly manage her business. The brand is also supportive in executing her marketing strategies, she says. She plans to grow together with foodpanda and have a “Sweettea in every city”.
Bigg’s Diner was founded by Carlo Beunflor’s mother and partners in 1983 in Bicol to answer the need of their kababayans for Western food. Armed with a strong vision, despite personal setbacks, the partners took out a bank loan to get started, and here they are now. 38 years later, Carlo leads the company’s tenured employees while training staff to “support them” and “give them all the resources” needed in achieving their goals.
After signing with foodpanda in 2020, Carlo felt the brand was able to address issues and challenges they’ve been facing as a company in a “swift” and “outright” manner.
“Our partnership with foodpanda augmented our sales significantly during the pandemic,” says Carlo. “Eventually, we would like to have a significant presence in bigger cities such as Metro Manila, Cebu, and Davao but our brand strongly appeals to smaller provincial key cities as well. We would like to forge a strong partnership with foodpanda in every market we find ourselves in.”
Ribshack, which started at a food court in Downtown Bacolod City in 2012, had to work hard for a stable space for 3 years. But now they’re present in kiosks, weekend festivals, and malls. Ribshack joined foodpanda in 2020 and currently has 17 branches open on the app. “Due to the dining restrictions during the pandemic, foodpanda has helped maintain our presence, especially for the customers who cannot go out or dine in,” says Adrian C. Alagao, Ribshack’s Head of Operations.
“By tapping into the customer base of foodpanda, we can readily expand to those customers who might have otherwise not seen or visited our restaurant,” Alagao adds.
For future plans, Adrian hopes to “expand to more areas here in the Philippines.” This also includes continuing the company’s food-delivery partnership with foodpanda to reach more locations.
Penong’s Barbecue Seafood & Grills is a homegrown restaurant chain in Davao City that was founded in 2004.
Chad Robert Boniface Regis, the brand’s Chief Executive Officer, says his passion for cooking was the reason he had always been “fascinated” by the restaurant business. He finally pursued the idea when he had a family of his own.
“The first 3 months was a huge struggle. I would get up early every day to open the store and come home late from work just to attain an established brand name and a good foundation for my product and business,” Regis says.
The hard work paid off though. Penong’s now has 40 branches, including those in SM Butuan, SM General Santos City, and Quezon City. After partnering with foodpanda in 2020, the brand increased its presence to 27 stores online.
“foodpanda helps us establish an online presence through frequently advertising our products on its platform, connecting us with large customer audiences, and driving more delivery sales,” Regis shares.
His advice to aspiring restaurant owners? “Find your passion and make a living out of it.”
In participation to PUP’s 18th Ad Congress carrying the title, “ADTV: Your Source for the Latest News and Trends in Advertising”, Alam1D one of the sections from the fourth-year students of Advertising and Public Relations at College of Communication, held a webinar entitled “Philippine Ads, G KNB?” that talked about the different concepts and the latest blueprints in Digital Advertising, on February 4, 2022 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 NN via Facebook Live.
Following the tv shows and programs concept of the said event, the idea was derived from the famous local game show, “Pilipinas, Game Ka Na Ba. The program immediately garnered attention from the audience online, officially commenced with the host introduction, doxology, opening remarks from the chairperson and dean, and finally, the official introduction of the game mechanics.
On track with the concept, the program was segmented into three. The first round being called, “Let’s G! A Guide to the Concepts of Digital Ad” discussed by Mr. Amir Tohid focused on the basics of digital advertising. The second segment entitled, “The Game Plan: Winning strategies of Social Media and Content Marketing ” led by Ms. Julianna Carisle Matias concentrated on guides for social media and content marketing. Lastly, “One-on-AD: The final Search for the Concepts of Digital Ad ” talked by Ms. Ayvee Callao tackled SEO, SEM and Google Display Ads.
The whole program was packed with knowledge, fun and surprises as the webinar not only showcased brand new wisdom towards digital advertising through the great speakers but also was able to interact with the audience through exciting games and ‘Q and A’ portions.
Though caught up in a lot of circumstances during the current academic context, the fourth-year students of Advertising and Public Relations at College of Communication, PUP Manila remained unstoppable as they concluded their 18th Ad Congress successfully.
Films have intangible impacts on our society. A certain film may call for action, move people in ways that may be unexpected, inspire individually and even collectively, and at times, leaves a legacy. People watch films to be entertained, to be educated, to escape from the humdrums of daily life, and to travel beyond space and time. This is at the heart of the Japanese Film Festival – to share glimpses of Japanese culture to the world, one cinematic experience at a time.
Coming from the successes of the Japanese Film Festival Online in 2020, the Japan Foundation, Manila (JFM) is bringing back our beloved film festival right at the comfort of our homes through another virtual edition this year, happening from February 14 to 27, 2022.
“The Japanese Film Festival Online 2022 gives viewers the chance to experience and learn Japanese ways and culture, as the featured films mirror our contemporary society and document people’s lives at certain periods in time. Films are indeed powerful vehicles for cultural exchange and bilateral relations” shares JFM Director SUZUKI Ben.
Take a look at these 20 impressive titles, from bittersweet coming-of-age stories to thriller, sci-fi, comedy, documentaries, animation, and heartbreaking ones, these films promise to leave viewers something memorable.
ReLIFE
This refreshing and touching love story suggests that perhaps living out one’s youth to the fullest can affect the direction that one’s life can take. This one’s a live-action feature film adaptation of “ReLIFE,” which was serialized on the manga app comico and adapted for anime and stage performance.
Time of EVE the Movie
A moving animation consisting of a string of episodes told by the customers about their sorrows of being discriminated against. The social settings of the film and issues surrounding old robots getting dumped as garbage provide realistic details to the world depicted. Originally a six episode online sci-fi animation, now re-edited and brought to the big screen with all-new additional scenes.
Aristocrats
This is an award-winning drama that questions the state of contemporary life through the perspectives of two female protagonists of different backgrounds.
Until the Break of Dawn
A heartwarming fantasy adapted from the eponymous novel by Naoki Prize-winning author Tsujimura Mizuki, this spiritual and humanistic drama that depicts the inner conflicts of those who, for various reasons, seek contact with the dead.
The Chef of South Polar
A classic Japanese comedy film with a mix of pathos and humor follows the bittersweet and charmed daily lives of a group of men living in the Antarctic, where their only joy is to eat.
Ito
A fresh and moving tale about a young woman growing out of her shell as well as the preciousness of familial bonds. The contemporary and specific “maid café” culture from Tokyo is juxtaposed with the traditional shamisen music of Aomori giving insight into the uniqueness and breadth of Japanese culture.
The God of Ramen
A moving documentary about the man who started a legendary ramen shop in Tokyo. This uniquely moving film is a record of a man’s uncompromising attitude expressed to its fullest.
Masked Ward
A tense mystery film set in the eerie confines of a hospital, where a chilling psychological battle unfolds and eventually leads into a chain of surprising twists. The film is an adaptation of a bestselling book written by a real-life doctor, and features two of Japan’s leading young actors, Kentaro Sakaguchi and Mei Nagano.
OZLAND
With a humorous and light-hearted touch, the film conveys the joy of working at an amusement park—a place of dreams—and draws the audience into the happiness experienced by the protagonist.
Her Love Boils Bathwater
A tear-inducing humanistic drama, that has won several awards, about the bonds between a strong-willed and deeply loving mother and her family.
RASHOMON
In this film that has garnered several awards, a group of murder witnesses all give completely different testimonies. One of the most celebrated films in Japanese history that questions whether there is such a thing as truth in this world.
Mio’s Cookbook
Set in Japan about 200 years ago, this entertaining period drama refreshingly portrays the bond between Miho, who stakes her life on cooking, and Noe, who has become a courtesan (high-class geisha) in Yoshiwara, Japan’s largest red-light district.
Happy Flight
This is an ensemble film depicting on-the-ground staff, cabin attendants and pilots in action. Through episodes related to the work involved in operating large commercial passenger flights, the film spins an entertaining tale that shows the growth of new staff members with both humor and suspense.
Under the Open Sky
This award-winning film tells the story of a former yakuza’s struggles to be accepted by society, even as he tries to live an earnest life. Naoki Prize-winning author Saki Ryuzo’s ‘Mibuncho’ serves as the basis for this drama.
Patema Inverted
This award-winning film is a truly unique sci-fi fantasy that almost numbs our own senses of up and down. A touching animation that creatively depicts the beauty of love, friendship, and courage.
The Floating Castle
A riveting historical spectacle about those who stand up for their dignity as samurai, armed with their wisdom, courage, and love for their people. Shot on a massive set, it presents an epic portrayal of Sengoku (Warring States) Period warlord Narita Nagachika, who fought back against a 20,000-strong enemy force with an army of 500 in the late 16th century.
It’s a Summer Film!
A girl passionate about samurai films convinces a boy full of mystery to make a film together that transcends time and space. This coming-of-age masterpiece incorporates elements of science fiction while providing a fresh look at young people who are serious about filmmaking.
SUMODO-The Successors
A documentary with rare access into sumo, Japan’s national sport and the behind-the-scenes lives of famous sumo wrestlers.
AWAKE
The year 2015 marked the first time that a shogi game software played against a professional human player. Inspired by a true story, this moving coming-of-age film is about a game between an AI and a human also about a fateful battle between two rivals, as well as the hard work that each of them had gone through to get there.
Bread of Happiness
This humanistic drama brims with kindness and is set in the backdrop of the beautiful and harsh four seasons of Hokkaido. The film is adorned with a variety of breads and dishes made with seasonal ingredients that heal the hearts of the wounded souls.
In addition to online film screenings, the Japan Foundation, Manila prepared “Let’s Talk about Japanese Films!” a 2-part free online talk event and will be available to interested participants even outside the Philippines. The first session, entitled Your Guide to Japanese Films, will be moderated by Mr. Tito Valiente, and will be joined by panelists Prof. Daisuke Miyao, Prof. Nick Deocampo, and film director Sigrid Andrea Bernardo. The second event entitled Inside the World of JFF 2022 Films will feature five young film critics namely Mr. Skilty Labastilla, Ms. Princess Kinoc, Mr. Janus Nolasco, and Ms. Stepanie Mayo; to be moderated by Mr. Richard Bolisay.
Join in the discussion with prominent and young up-and-coming film professionals as they casually talk about the influences of Japanese cinema in the Philippines and the world and tips to watch Japanese films. Additionally, there will be online campaigns throughout the festival where viewers will get the chance to win exclusive JFF freebies!To watch and view the full list of featured films, visit https://jff.jpf.go.jp/watch/jffonline2022/philippines/. Viewers can watch the films through their smart TV, computer, mobile phone or similar gadgets with access to the Internet. Follow the official JFM and JFF Philippines Facebook pages and social media accounts for more information.
Escape for a night or two with your loved one as Edsa Shangri-la, Manila offers a Valentine’s room package for stays between 6 to 28 February 2022.
The package includes breakfast for two (2), Valentine Love Heart box from the Flowerstore.Ph, a bottle of house sparkling wine, guaranteed 8am early check-in, complementary access to Health Club, and use of lagoon-shaped swimming pool within stay dates. Package rate starts at Php8,800++ per night.
Couples have a variety of picturesque dinner dates to choose from with the hotel’s restaurant and lounges, available from 12 to 14 February 2022. A sumptuous buffet at HEAT featuring Boston lobsters, ratatouille roasted leg of lamb and a foie gras live station at Php2,950 net per person inclusive of iced tea. For those who miss Japan, Senju offers a five-course set dinner with a choice of hot or cold sake (180ml), a glass of Sapporo draft beer or Strawberry iced tea at Php3,500 net per person. Lovers looking for a romantic evening while enjoying live piano music can spend the night at the Lobby Lounge, where a four-course set menu at Php6,000 net for two (2) persons with a glass of house wine, iced tea or chilled juice is on offer. Outdoor dining options include a four-course set menu paired with a glass of house wine, iced tea or chilled juice complemented with a welcome cocktail Al Fresco by the Pool at Php8,000 net for two (2) persons. Or for a more intimate setting, dine in the Gazebo, nestled in the hotel’s tropical garden. Rate starts at Php27,800 net which includes a welcome cocktail, five-course set dinner for two (2), a bottle of champagne and a dedicated butler throughout the night. Gazebo dining is available for the whole month of February 2022.
Celebrate Love at Edsa Shangri-la, Manila
For the perfect dinner date at home, Gourmet on the Move has got you covered with a three-course set menu at Php2,850 net for two (2) persons and Php6,800 net for five (5) persons available from 7 to 15 February 2022. To sweeten the celebration, Valentine cakes, chocolates, hampers, and more are on offer at The Bakeshop until 15 February 2022.
To complete the Valentine experience, couples may go for luxurious pampering and book a massage at CHI, The Spa which reopens on 14 February 2022, daily from 10am to 8pm. Treatment rates start at Php2,700net.
Edsa Shangri-La has embraced a series of safety standards and precautionary measures so that guests can enjoy what truly matters while staying at the hotel. The property is certified with the Safety Seal by the Department of Trade and Industry, acknowledging the hotel’s effort to meet protocols and regulations set by the government.
For inquiries and reservations, please call (63 2) 8633 8888, or e-mail manilaedsa@shangri-la.com. For takeaway and delivery, visit https://bit.ly/eslshangshop.
New World Makati Hotel takes guests on a love-filled journey from February 11 to 14 with swoon-worthy experiences. From an overnight stay with red wine and a chocolate heart surprise, to romantic indulgences such as strawberry afternoon tea at The Lounge, delectable buffet dining at Café 1228, and premium Chinese cuisine at Jasmine, to gifts that truly speak to one’s heart courtesy of The Shop, there are countless ways to say “I love you” to that special someone.
Sweet Stays
Getaway with a romantic overnight stay in a Deluxe room that comes with breakfast for two as well as a heart-shaped chocolate shell that when opened using the wooden mallet reveals more sweet treats inside. Perfectly paired a bottle of red wine that are also included in the package. Upgrade to a Residence Club Deluxe room to add free-flowing cocktails and two food items at The Lounge aside from the above inclusions.
The Deluxe and Residence Club Deluxe room packages are at PHP7,500 and PHP9,000 nett, respectively.
Gifts from the Heart
The Shop’s decadently desirable treats are sure to make anyone’s heart skip a beat. The Heart-shaped Chocolate Surprise is a fun way to share to love! Simply crack open the shell using the wooden mallet to reveal the surprise of treats inside. This is available in whole and petite sizes at PHP1,300 and PHP300 nett, respectively. Plus, advanced orders get a discounted rate of PHP1,088 nett for the whole sized version.
For an upgraded touch, the Valentine’s Gift Boxes include the Heart Surprise with a wooden mallet, red or white wine and an option to upgrade to sparkling wine or Champagne. Each box starts at PHP3,500 nett.
In addition, kids and kids-at-heart will love the Red Velvet Cakesicles for PHP480 per box of 2, while the Valentine Chocolate Pralines in boxes of 10 or 20 are for PHP700 and PHP1,200 nett.
Orders for the “Gifts from the Heart” collection must be placed 48 hours in advance and will be available until February 15, 2022.
Romantic Indulgences
Afternoon Tea at The Lounge
Couples or even friends and family are in for a delightful afternoon at The Lounge with its daily delectable selections of sweet and savory treats paired with tea or coffee and an option to upgrade to sparkling wine.
This set consists of a combination of sweet and savory bites such as sweet items Strawberry cream cheese macaroons, Hazelnut strawberry eclairs, Strawberry Breton tarts, and Scones with jam and cream, to name a few, and savory items Smoked salmon with strawberry cream cheese in wheat bread, Mini quiche with salami and strawberry filling, and Chicken salad in rye bread.
From February 11 to 14, 2022, the above promotion includes two complimentary glasses of sparkling wine and is priced at PHP1,500 nett for two guests. Afternoon tea is available daily from 2PM to 6PM until March 21, 2022.
Decadent Buffet Dining at Café 1228
From February 11 dinner to February 14 lunch, guests can savor Café 1228’s decadent buffet selections such as roast ribeye, roast bone-in pork loin, lamb chops, fresh live oyster, crab, mussels, shrimp and more with free-flowing soda and iced tea at PHP 1,288 nett per person except on February 13 (lunch and dinner) and 14 (lunch) which is at PHP1,600 nett.
For Valentine’s Day (February 14) dinner, a glass of sparkling wine for the couple as well as a Heart-shaped chocolate Surprise with a chance to win special prizes for the ladies comes with the above inclusions and is priced at PHP 2,250 nett per person.
Premium Chinese Cuisine at Jasmine
There’s no better way to show love and appreciation than a delectable selection of Jasmine’s best-selling dishes. Jasmine highlights two set menus which include Crispy bean curd with spiced salt, Crispy pork belly, Minced chicken corn soup, Deep-fried fish fillet with salted egg yolk, Wok-fried beef tenderloin with Mandarin sauce, Wok-fried “Kong pao” chicken, cashew nuts, Stir-fried seasonal vegetables, ‘Yeung chow’ style fried rice, Chilled mango cream, sago, and Red velvet whoopie pie at PHP1,588 nett per person (minimum of 2 persons).
For the first time in the Philippines, ABS-CBN, the country’s leading content provider, announced its partnership with YouTube to develop and produce a new original series that will stream exclusively on the video streaming platform. “How to Move On in 30 Days,” a romantic-comedy featuring the fresh team-up of Maris Racal and Carlo Aquino, will premiere on YouTube this 2022.
The co-production deal is the latest initiative of ABS-CBN to expand its digital content offerings and reach more audiences on YouTube with the goal of serving more Filipinos on various platforms.
ABS-CBN has been streaming its live and on-demand shows via Kapamilya Online Live on YouTube. It also offers “Made for YouTube” entertainment, lifestyle, and music shows, and ABS-CBN Superview, which offers free streaming of hit movies.
The digital shows are all viewed on ABS-CBN Entertainment, the most subscribed (38 million subscribers) and most viewed (45 billion views) YouTube channel in Southeast Asia.
In “How to Move On in 30 Days,” Maris is unceremoniously dumped by her ex-boyfriend and promises to move on from him within 30 days. She chronicles her journey on her own vlog and later hires Carlo as her fictitious boyfriend with the intention of fully healing from heartbreak. After 30 days of trying so hard to bury the past, will she have completely moved on, or will her efforts prove to be futile?
The series, directed by Benedict Mique and Dick Lindayag, also stars Albie Casiño, John Lapus, Jai Agpangan, Sachzna Laparan, Kyo Quijano, Sherry Lara, Poppert Bernadas, Hanie Harrar, Elyson De Dios, and James Bello.
Watch out for “How to Move On in 30 Days” soon on YouTube.
Maintaining a healthy work-life balance has been a challenge for a lot of people. Keeping up with responsibilities can be stressful and draining so, it’s important to reward oneself with valuable “me-time” moments from time to time.
Megan Young and Mikael Daez
Celebrity couple Megan Young and Mikael Daez can attest to this. Since the lockdown started, they’ve been creating content for their YouTube channel and podcast #BehindRelationshipGoals. Balancing work and their personal lives was not an easy task, but they make sure they find time to enjoy things they love.
“We look forward to any chance we get to enjoy the company of one another and [our dog] Soba, even if we only get a couple of hours or minutes of free time to do so. We’re even more appreciative of these moments.” Mikael said.
“Before, we really pushed ourselves to work until madaling araw. But we realized that we need to put a limit and that we have to find time to reward ourselves also,” Megan added.
Though they’re limited to staying at home, Mikael and Megan still find ways to reward themselves through simple yet satisfying activities.
Take a breather
Being able to take a few moments to appreciate free time after accomplishing so much can feel rewarding. Find a comfortable spot and try to sit back for a few minutes to help clear the mind before jumping into the next task. Performing a simple self-care routine afterwards can be invigorating.
Play video games
One of the things Megan and Mikael enjoy is their shared love for playing video games. Immersing oneself in a virtual world is easily rewarding after spending long hours of work.
TV and movie marathon
One of the best ways to chill after a busy day – a marathon of TV shows and movies while in pajamas and with a cozy cup of hot chocolate. Swiss Miss is one of the celebrity couple’s must-haves when they go on a binge-watching spree. “For the anime lovers out there, we’ve been watching Hunter x Hunter and Demon Slayer. And then, for video game lovers, we watched Witcher. From time to time, there’s the occasional K-Drama or Korean movie that’s nice to watch,” Mikael shared.
Swiss Miss Oatmeal Snack
Experiment in the kitchen
Rewarding oneself can be as simple as satisfying cravings, preparing a tasty treat or cooking a favorite dish. For Megan and Mikael, experimenting with Swiss Miss’ various flavors to create delicious snacks and drinks turned out to be a memorable experience. Megan’s favorite was adding Swiss Miss Chocolate Hazelnut to oatmeal. “Swiss Miss really oomph’d up the flavor and the oatmeal experience,” she said.
Meanwhile, Mikael added cinnamon, cream, and rock salt to his Swiss Miss drink. “It did add a lot of nuance to the Swiss Miss experience and I was happily surprised,” he said. “We’re not cooks or chefs, so any wins in the kitchen is something we’ll take.”
Swiss Miss Mikael Daez Holiday Spice Drink
Check out the recipes they made with Swiss Miss here and enjoy a rewarding treat.
Spend time with loved ones
Celebrating wins and accomplishments is more rewarding when shared with the family and loved ones. There’s a blissful satisfaction in spending free time and catching up with family and friends whether in person or virtually.
The new year is an ideal time to grow in one’s personal and professional lives. Megan and Mikael – as individuals and as a couple – plan on taking their content creation to another level. “Definitely 2022 is another year for learning and taking it to a different scale,” Megan said. Mikael also added, “I mean we already started the content production arm of Bonez and Fofo so we might as well go with it 100% and try everything out.”
Of course, they won’t forget about taking a break rewarding themselves for their small and big wins.
Just like the celebrity couple, one can celebrate wins with a sweet reward like Swiss Miss. This chocolate drink comes in Milk Chocolate, Dark Chocolate, Marshmallow and Hazelnut flavors.
Enjoy Swiss Miss by itself or with the delicious recipes from Swiss Miss Philippine’s Facebook page. Get Swiss Miss from the nearest supermarkets or by shopping online.
Marvel’s Ant-Man himself Paul Rudd now plays Mr. Grooberson, the endearing slacker summer school teacher in Columbia Pictures’ new action-adventure Ghostbusters: Afterlife, in Philippine cinemas this February 16.
“He’s one of the great comedians of our time,” director Jason Reitman says. “I remember one of my first short films opening for Wet Hot American Summer at Sundance back in 2000 and seeing Paul Rudd in a whole new light, thinking I’d be lucky if I got to work with this guy one day.”
Rudd says he instantly fell in love with his character. “One of the things that I liked about Grooberson is that he has no problem talking about how he doesn’t want to be teaching, doesn’t care about it, and doesn’t really care about what the kids do,” he says. “I thought he was a fun character to play.”
“Paul makes everything look good, I don’t know how he does it,” adds Reitman. “He makes dialogue funnier. He’s a great classically physical comedian.”
In the film, Grooberson, who happens to be a seismologist, is a cool breeze in dreaded summer school, playing vintage horror movies in class. “I can’t imagine how much I would have liked having a teacher that walked into class on the first day and said: ‘You don’t want to be here. I don’t want to be here.’ And then showed Cujo,” Rudd says. His Grooberson still manages to connect with fellow science nerds like Phoebe (McKenna Grace), the new kid in town and granddaughter of late Ghostbuster Egon Spengler.
Rudd was swept up with the original 1984 Ghostbusters mania as a teenager. “I saw it a few times. It was such a big thing, everyone was talking about it at school. Ghostbusters had that magical component that just struck a chord with people.”
On the proton-pack-filled Ghostbusters: Afterlife set, Rudd didn’t need to fake the wonder. “I was actually holding a ghost trap in that scene. These are things I have known my whole life.”
From director Jason Reitman and producer Ivan Reitman, comes Columbia Pictures’ Ghostbusters: Afterlife, the next chapter in the original Ghostbusters universe.
In Ghostbusters: Afterlife, when a single mom and her two kids arrive in a small town, they begin to discover their connection to the original ghostbusters and the secret legacy their grandfather left behind. The film is written by Jason Reitman & Gil Kenan. Based on the 1984 film Ghostbusters, an Ivan Reitman film written by Dan Aykroyd and Harold Ramis.
Starring Carrie Coon, Finn Wolfhard, Mckenna Grace and Paul Rudd, Ghostbusters: Afterlife’s executive producers are Dan Aykroyd, Gil Kenan, Jason Blumenfeld, Michael Beugg.
Ghostbusters: Afterlife is distributed in the Philippines by Columbia Pictures, local office of Sony Pictures Releasing International. Use the hashtag #Ghostbusters
For more beautiful life moments captured in its truest form, Globe is bringing in the latest innovation in smartphone photography to the country with the launch of Huawei’s flagship smartphone, the Huawei P50 Pro and its foldable alternative, Huawei P50 Pocket under its affordable and life-enabling GPlan.
The all-new Huawei P50 series offers smartphone fans a whole new experience of style and photography made possible by its powerful camera system, and high-end hardware and software capabilities.
The Huawei P50 Pro comes with a true-form dual-matrix camera system powered by cutting-edge imaging processors that allow for cleaner, clearer and more intricate images and videos, making the new Huawei device a portable camera powerhouse. It also features a 200x digital zoom, true-steady shot and true-focus capture that makes it easier to take photos even with wobbly hands or moving objects.
The Huawei P50 Pocket Premium Edition, in collaboration with Haute Couture designer Iris Van Herpen, features an amazing style of organically flowing patterns in a stunning gold tone. It sets a new standard for smartphone design, fitted out with a multi-dimensional hinge that allows it to fold seamlessly into an ultra-slim, pocket-sized form that is light and easy to hold.
It also takes photo-taking experience up a notch with the Ultra Spectrum Camera Matrix, which enables the smartphone to capture more details and produce images with impeccable clarity and depth. The foldable phone also features a smart cover screen that delivers notifications and allows users to access apps easily without the need to unfold the device.
Get a fully elevated experience with Huawei P50 Series’ impressive features with GPlan. It comes with all the data you need and more with free 3GB of GoWifi plus all-day calls and texts to other networks and landlines for seamless and faster sharing.
To get first access to true-to-life smartphone photography, customers can pre-order the Huawei P50 series starting February 4 from Globe. With GPlan 1499, customers can enjoy the Huawei P50 Pro at Php26,400 in one-time cash-out or an additional Php733 on top of their monthly bill for 36 months. Under the same plan, customers can get the Huawei P50 Pocket Premium Edition at Php48,000 in a single cash-out, which can also be spread throughout the 36-month contract period, charged to their monthly bill.
What’s more, those who pre-order online will get free gifts: Huawei Freebuds Pro worth Php7,999 and Wireless Charging Table Lamp worth P2,499 for Huawei P50 Pro pre-orders and Huawei Watch 3 worth Php18,999 and Freebuds 3 worth P8,990 for Huawei P50 Pocket pre-orders. The all-new Huawei P50 Pro will officially be available on February 11 while the Huawei P50 Pocket on February 18. For more details on GPlan offerings for Huawei P50 series, visit https://www.globe.com.ph/postpaid/huawei-p50.html.
