By the end of its first four episodes, the Disney+ streaming show Furious finds FBI agent Alice Black (Emmy Rossum) working towards solving the serial killer murders despite having almost everyone against her. There’s heat from above, including her own superior and mentor, Nora (Quincy Tyler Bernstine), and continuing aggression from her ex-lover on the police force (Jake Lacey). Her only friend, Detective Danny (Scoot McNairy), is struggling with his own feelings for Alice, further complicating an already delicate investigation. But the show’s title remains apt as none of this is getting in the way of Alice from solving this murder or from the serial killer, who goes by the name of Jenny (Lola Petticrew), to exact vengeance for the dark past that haunts her.
If the first four episodes were a slow burn, carefully maneuvering pieces across a chessboard toward a possible check, more of the characters come into play. We learn more and more about the sordid, twisted world of the billionaire who is at the center of all this human trafficking ring. The show brings us to the ways that they get away with literal murder and what Alice has to do to gather the evidence she needs to find some level of justice in this show’s cynical world where women have every right to their anger in the many ways by which they have been held back, oppressed, and violated.
FURIOUS – “First Look” – From Creator and Executive Producer Elizabeth Meriwether, “Furious” follows an FBI agent, Alice Black (Emmy Rossum) on the hunt for a mysterious and calculating female serial killer. Both walk their own paths toward justice, and as their lives start to intertwine, the line between right and wrong begins to blur. (Disney/Sarah Shatz)
SCOOT MCNAIRY, EMMY ROSSUM
The final four episodes of this explosive series ramp up the tension, heighten the emotional stakes, and reveal to us the dark truth behind Jenny and even Alice’s dark past. It is suspenseful, action-packed, and filled with great crime procedural narrative beats that it gets better and better with every episode.
Through it all, Rossum delivers a fascinating study of unyielding persistence, portraying a woman who does not back down no matter how hard the world seems to be against her. We witness her grit as she confronts her own vulnerabilities, ghosts, and personal demons, and soldiers through regardless. She serves as a magnificent anchor to the series’ pervasive darkness, fully embracing it to help shape the show’s core identity.
FURIOUS – “First Look” – From Creator and Executive Producer Elizabeth Meriwether, “Furious” follows an FBI agent, Alice Black (Emmy Rossum) on the hunt for a mysterious and calculating female serial killer. Both walk their own paths toward justice, and as their lives start to intertwine, the line between right and wrong begins to blur. (Disney/Sarah Shatz)
EMMY ROSSUM, QUINCY TYLER BERNSTINE
In my review of the first four episodes, I noted that Lola Petticrew felt like the show’s weakest. However, across these final four episodes, as more of her past is revealed, and her own vulnerabilities are exposed, her acting prowess now shines. She proves to be a capable second lead, commanding the screen with her raw presence. As an actress, she’s able to do more heavy emotional lifting when she’s playing to the context her character is given. While in the first four episodes, she was working as a mystery. The danger was not that apparent. But now, as Jenny and Alice finally face-off, the two characters at opposite ends of the law, yet with a background that is so similar it’s almost identical; we see a kinship that helps amplify the show’s central themes.
Furious is not a simple story of good versus evil. Instead, it exposes the inherent flaws and weakness of a legal system in handing out justice. While the show is centered in the American justice system, we can see the universality of how the rich manipulate the system to get away with whatever crime they see fit to commit. The series highlights the way women have always been treated by a patriarchal society that looks at them as possessions, exploiting their bodies and personas used for the pleasure of men. And for the women who are in positions of power and authority? People like Alice or Nora? They are constantly reminded about how low they are at the totem pole in the larger scheme of things.
FURIOUS – “First Look” – From Creator and Executive Producer Elizabeth Meriwether, “Furious” follows an FBI agent, Alice Black (Emmy Rossum) on the hunt for a mysterious and calculating female serial killer. Both walk their own paths toward justice, and as their lives start to intertwine, the line between right and wrong begins to blur. (Disney/Sarah Shatz)
JAKE LACY
While the finale closes the case, whether the resolution proves satisfying depends largely on the viewer. What the finale truly accomplishes is opening a can of worms that exposes the true cost of the darkness that has been inside Alice. Though the door remains open for a possibility for a second season if the series performs well, but if it ends the way that it does on episode eight, it’s a good enough ending for me.
My Rating: 4 Stars
Watch Emmy Rossum as Agent Alice Black face her darkest case yet. Binge Episodes 5 through 8 of Furious on Disney+.
If, like me, you are only familiar with Dustin Celestino’s work through his last two Cinemalaya films, Duyan ng Magiting and Habang Nilalamon ng Hydra ang Kasaysayan, then you’d think that his third entry to beanother serious, politically charged drama. But A.ni.mal is nothing like Celestino’s first two critically acclaimed Cinemalaya films. ‘A.ni.mal’ is a funny, dark comedy; a satire that explores one of the many faces of evil; breaking it down to its most mundane form in an almost farcical tragic comedy that strips away the pristine facades of people in the public eye.
The film centers on a leaked stolen cellphone recording of a Governor (Reymund Domingo) being intimate with his dog. The recording was captured by his goddaughter, Lily (Maxine Ignacio), who is the daughter of the mayor (Jojit Lorenzo). Lily, who imagines herself a young progressive, wants to protect the dog. After all, she volunteers at a pet shelter to prove she’s not just another nepo baby. But the video becomes a contentious topic. The Mayor wants it deleted but his wife, Ofel (Frances Makil-Ignacio), sees an opportunity to weaponize the secret and curry favour with the Governor’s wife, Grace (Bituin Escalante). The video’s mere existence and the subject matter of its content thrusts all the characters into a moral dilemma that becomes an exhibition of the worst of human nature.
Cinemalaya 22 A.ni.mal | Photo courtesy of Sine Metu Media Productions
From the onset, A.ni.mal is hilarious, often-times absurd, and a clever and biting in its social commentary. The characters’ political nature and their desperate need to maintain the importance of their public image and branding becomes the focal point of many of the comedic elements. How these characters present themselves to the public are very much the opposite of what lingers in their minds. Shot entirely on iPhone 17 Pro Max, Celestino and Director of Photography Kara Moreno are not afraid to get really up close into the actor’s faces, capturing the nuances of their expressions. A lot about who we are is hidden but when the camera gets that close, everything is revealed.
Cinemalaya 22 A.ni.mal | Photo courtesy of Sine Metu Media Productions
The film’s cinematography generated an almost raw, documentary-like effect. Through handheld camera work, natural lighting, and an intense proximity to the subjects, Celestino and Moreno layer the film with added meaning. The imagery evokes the language of mobile screens, cellphone recordings, dramas, memes, and other viral videos we watch on our mobile phones. It adds a texture of engagement with the material, meant to create a relationship with the audience. What they are seeing onscreen is akin to what they watch all day on their phones.
Cinemalaya 22 A.ni.mal | Photo courtesy of Sine Metu Media Productions
Witty and clever, A.ni.mal is propelled by spectacular performances, most notably from Maxine Ignacio, Bituin Escalante (whose terrifying third-act monologue is absolutely electrifying), and Anthony Falcon, who plays a veterinarian at the pet shelter, who serves as the film’s moral core, to a certain point. All the performances are solid here; another perfectly synergized ensemble in a Dustin Celestino film but certain characters do stand out.
Cinemalaya 22 A.ni.mal | Photo courtesy of Sine Metu Media Productions
At the very center of this is Ignacio’s Lily, who carries most of the outrage at the film’s beginning that pushes this narrative forward and when her character is later fully revealed, do we see the brilliance of Ignacio’s approach. Each of the actors understand the dramatic frequency needed to fully embody this hilarious satire, and they use it for full effect.
Photo courtesy of Sine Metu Media Productions
It is easily the most visually fluid work in Celestino’s filmography. The precise camerawork, thoughtful mise-en-scene, and the framing constantly amplifies and highlights the film’s themes. While just as politically charge as Duyan ng Magiting and Habang Nilalamon ng Hydra ang Kasaysayan, this entry feels far more accessible.
My Rating: 5 Stars
A.ni.mal is now showing on the big screen. Check cinema showtimes near you and grab your tickets today.
This year, don’t miss Cinemalaya 22: Reel Reflections runs this August 6 to 18 at Red Carpet Cinemas (Shangri-La Plaza), Gateway Cineplex 18, and Ayala Malls Cinemas. Witness another stellar lineup of stories that will move you and showcase the brilliance of Philippine cinema. Follow the Cultural Center of the Philippines and Cinemalaya for updates.
When a fallen prosecutor returns after nine years of plotting his revenge, a new battlefield will emerge in Made in KoreaSeason 2 – coming September 9 exclusively on Disney+.
Named one of TIME’s “most anticipated K-dramas of 2026” Made in KoreaSeason 2 follows Baek Kitae as he continues his rise to power after framing prosecutor Jang Geonyoung. Now the Deputy Director of the Korean CIA (KCIA), Kitae continues to grow his wealth and influence, expanding his drug operations across the region. But with political turmoil and discontent spreading, Kitae’s old foe Geonyoung will step out from the shadows to exact his revenge nine years in the making. With more at stake than ever before, Geonyoung and Kitae will break every rule and cross every line to eliminate the other once and for all in this fast-paced second installment.
Made in KoreaSeason 2 sees the return of Hyun Bin (Crash Landing on You, Confidential Assignment) as Baek Kitae, Jung Woosung (12.12: The Day, Hunt) as framed prosecutor Jang Geonyoung, and Woo Dohwan (Bloodhounds, Mr. Plankton) as Kitae’s brother Baek Kihyun. Season 2is written by Season 1 writer Park Eunkyo (The Silent Sea, Mother), directed by Season 1 director Woo Minho (The Man Standing Next, Inside Men), and produced by Hive Media Corp (Inside Men, The Man Standing Next, 12.12: The Day).
Made in KoreaSeason 2 will debut with a two-episode premiere on September 9, with two new episodes premiering each Wednesday through September 23.
Making headlines as the number one most viewed Korean Original premiere of 2025 on Disney+ in APAC,Made in KoreaSeason 1 followed Baek Kitae, an ambitious KCIA agent living a double life. Driven by his thirst for power, Kitae worked as a government agent by day while running a highly illegal operation by night. Smart, suave, cunning and capable, Kitae rapidly moved up the ranks after using his smuggling operation to consolidate power, protect his brother, and generate vast sums of money for the agency. Seemingly unstoppable, only one thing stood in his way – a tenacious prosecutor who refused to be bought, bribed or reasoned with. With everything at stake for both men, the series followed the duo as they battled to take each other down.
Fans of adrenaline-spiking dramas can sign up to Disney+ today to enjoy all six episodes of Made in KoreaSeason 1, as well as other hit dramas including A Shop for Killers Season 1 and 2, The Manipulated, about a man who seeks revenge after being falsely convicted of a heinous crime; Tempest about a dangerous conspiracy that threatens the stability of the Korean Peninsula, and so much more.
Stream Made in KoreaSeason 2 from September 9 and Season 1 today, exclusively on Disney+.
Set to premiere globally on August 13, 2026, the film follows a fractured mother-daughter relationship shaped by years of distance, unresolved pain, and a life-changing secret.
At the center of the story is Joanne, played by Sta. Maria, a TV writer who has spent years rebuilding her life. Just when everything seems to be falling into place, her estranged mother, Paz, played by Isidro, suddenly returns after 27 years.
Her return, however, brings more than old memories.
A Mother-Daughter Story Rooted in Filipino Family Life
For Agot Isidro, the film’s emotional core is something many Filipino viewers may immediately recognize.
Speaking at the Next on Netflix Philippines event in February, Isidro highlighted how deeply family remains woven into Filipino culture.
[We] Filipinos are very family-centric, so I really think we’re reaching out to our audience, she shared.
That sense of familiarity runs through Ganito, Ganyan, Ganoon. The film explores what happens when love, resentment, obligation, and forgiveness exist all at once within a family.
Rather than presenting relationships as simple or sentimental, the story looks at how family can influence dreams, choices, and even the way people see themselves.
Finding Laughter in Heavy Family Drama
While the film tackles emotionally difficult themes, director Cholo H. Laurel wanted the story to feel true to how real families often deal with conflict.
If you look closely, drama is actually hilarious—especially family drama. The topics that we’re discussing here are already inherently heavy, so we wanted to lighten it up a little bit.
That balance between humor and heartbreak gives the film its distinct tone.
One moment may be uncomfortable, the next unexpectedly funny. And just when things begin to feel light, an old wound or difficult truth can quickly change the mood.
It is a familiar rhythm for anyone who has experienced complicated family gatherings, awkward conversations, or years of feelings left unsaid.
Twenty-Seven Years of Unfinished Business
The newly released trailer offers a glimpse of Joanne and Paz attempting to reconnect after nearly three decades apart.
But rebuilding a relationship after 27 years is hardly simple.
Joanne has created a life without her mother, while Paz returns carrying a secret that could change everything. As the two are forced back into each other’s lives, they must confront the reasons behind their estrangement and decide whether there is still room for forgiveness.
Along the way, the film asks difficult questions about filial love, sacrifice, regret, and the choices people make for family.
More importantly, it examines whether time can truly heal old wounds, or whether healing only begins once people finally face them.
A Bittersweet Look at Love, Loss, and Second Chances
With Sta. Maria and Isidro leading the cast, Ganito, Ganyan, Ganoon promises a heartfelt story that mixes sharp humor with emotional honesty.
The film explores how family can build a person up, break them down, and shape the decisions they carry throughout life.
It may be messy. It may hurt. It may even be funny when it probably should not be.
And that is exactly what makes the story feel so familiar.
Magic, mystery, and mischief are returning to Night Raven College this December.
The Crunchyroll Anime Award-nominated series Disney Twisted-Wonderland The Animation is set to return exclusively on Disney+ Philippines with a brand-new chapter, Episode of Savanaclaw.
Welcome to Savanaclaw
The upcoming installment shifts the spotlight to the students of Savanaclaw, one of Night Raven College’s distinctive magical houses.
Built in honor of the tenacity of the King of Beasts, Scar, Savanaclaw is home to formidable students known for their strength, ambition, and competitive spirit.
To celebrate the announcement, Disney+ unveiled a new image from the upcoming series featuring Leona Kingscholar, the powerful and charismatic Housewarden of Savanaclaw.
The Magic of Twisted Wonderland Continues
First launched on Disney+ in 2025, Disney Twisted-Wonderland The Animation is based on the popular mobile game and follows high school student Yu, who is unexpectedly transported to Twisted Wonderland, a mysterious world filled with magic and wonder.
Suddenly trapped in a place they barely understand, Yu must navigate encounters with monsters, eccentric magicians-in-training, and a growing number of mysterious incidents.
There is just one major problem: Yu has no magic of their own.
As strange events continue to unfold across Night Raven College, one question remains. Will Yu ever discover a way back home?
More Anime to Watch on Disney+
Disney Twisted-Wonderland: The Animation – Episode of Savanaclaw joins Disney+’s growing lineup of Japanese anime.
Fans eager to catch up can stream all eight episodes of Disney Twisted-Wonderland The Animation – Episode of Heartslabyul on Disney+ Philippines.
Subscribers can also enjoy other anime titles on the platform, including Tokyo Revengers, BULLET/BULLET, Murai in Love, Sandland: The Series, and more.
Get ready to reenter a captivating world of magic, mystery, and unforgettable characters when Disney Twisted-Wonderland: The Animation – Episode of Savanaclaw arrives this December, exclusively on Disney+ Philippines.
Samsung is redefining what a smartphone can be with the launch of its newest foldable lineup: the Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, Galaxy Z Fold8, and Galaxy Z Flip8. Designed for different lifestyles yet united by Galaxy AI, the latest Galaxy Z Series offers smarter ways to create, work, and express yourself in durable form factors proving that the future of mobile experiences is already here.
Samsung is also offering exclusive pre-order promotions and upgrade deals until August 13, giving early adopters even more value when they purchase the new Galaxy Z Series.
Whether you’re looking for the ultimate productivity companion, a device that elevates everyday entertainment, or a stylish foldable that reflects your personality, Samsung’s newest foldables are built around how people naturally live, create, and connect.
A Foldable for Every Lifestyle
The new Galaxy Z Series goes beyond offering different screen sizes—it introduces three distinct foldable experiences designed around how people work, create, and express themselves.
The Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is Samsung’s most capable AI productivity foldable yet, combining powerful Galaxy AI features with innovations like Flex Titanium Technology for a larger, flatter, and more seamless display, My FanCam for effortless social-ready content creation, and a 5,000mAh battery that delivers up to 27 hours of use on a single charge.
Introducing Samsung’s newest foldable form factor, the Galaxy Z Fold8 is the first of its kind, built for immersive entertainment, effortless multitasking, and everyday discovery. Its intuitive display transitions naturally from a familiar cover screen for quick tasks to a spacious main display that makes streaming, reading, gaming, and productivity feel more immersive wherever you are.
Completing the lineup, the Galaxy Z Flip8 is Samsung’s thinnest and lightest Flip yet. Weighing just 180 grams and measuring only 6.1mm thin, it combines a sleek, expressive design with enhanced durability through Advanced Armor Aluminum and a stronger hinge, making it the perfect companion for users who want flagship innovation in a compact form.
Fold Into the Future with Exclusive Pre-Order Offers
Early adopters can enjoy exceptional value when they pre-order the new Galaxy Z Series until August 13.
Customers can double their storage and save up to PHP 7,000, receive up to PHP 14,000 through eligible trade-ins, and enjoy Samsung Care+ free for three months (worth PHP 3,297) for added peace of mind.
Complete the Galaxy experience with Samsung’s latest wearables. The new Galaxy Watch9 delivers smarter everyday wellness and productivity, while the Galaxy Watch Ultra2 offers Samsung’s most advanced smartwatch experience with premium durability for active lifestyles.
Those who pre-order the 256GB variant of the Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, Galaxy Z Fold8, or Galaxy Z Flip8 can enjoy PHP 3,000 OFF on select Galaxy Wearables. Meanwhile, customers who purchase a participating Galaxy Watch9orGalaxy Watch Ultra2 until September 30 can also receive a PHP 2,000 discount on a participating Galaxy smartphone.
To make upgrading even more rewarding, Samsung is also offering up to 50% trade-in value, up to PHP 16,000 in guaranteed savings, and up to PHP 3,000 in exclusive vendor discounts, making it the perfect time to experience Samsung’s most advanced foldables yet.
Why Wait for Tomorrow?
The future unfolds today.
Whether you want the ultimate powerhouse with the Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, an immersive everyday companion with the Galaxy Z Fold8, or a stylish and compact device with the Galaxy Z Flip8, Samsung’s newest foldables are designed to move with your lifestyle and help you experience more every day.
Discover the next generation of foldable innovation and pre-order the new Galaxy Z Series today:
HUAWEI has once again raised the bar for flagship smartphones with the new “King of Imaging,” the HUAWEI Pura 90s Series, available starting at PHP 54,999, and now open for pre-order in the Philippines.
Bringing together trendsetting aesthetics, next-generation imaging, reliable 5G connectivity, and advanced AI-powered features, the HUAWEI Pura 90s Series ushers a new era of intelligent mobile experiences.
King of Imaging Brings Your Vision to Focus
The HUAWEI Pura Series is renowned for seamlessly blending groundbreaking imaging innovation with fashion-forward design, empowering users to capture life’s beauty while expressing their individuality through a device that is as remarkable as the moments it preserves. Reinforcing its position as the “King of Imaging,” the HUAWEI Pura 90s Series introduces a new range of imaging innovation to take the mobile photography experience to greater heights, enabling users to preserve their best moments exactly how they experienced it. Built to be an absolute Zoom Beast, the HUAWEI Pura 90s Series lets users capture extraordinary detail from near or far. The HUAWEI Pura 90s Pro Max redefines flagship smartphone imaging with its industry-leading 200MP Ultra Large Sensor Telephoto Camera with a 1/1.28-inch sensor and the first-ever 200MP RYYB Sensor. The advanced Telephoto Camera system enables users to capture details with stunning clarity, bringing distant subjects into sharp focus with exceptional clarity. Its powerful Telephoto Zoom brings users closer to every unforgettable moment, whether it’s a live performance of their favorite artists, elusive wildlife in their natural habitat, or intricate, microscopic details. Combined with the industry-leading image stabilization of CIPA 7.0, the HUAWEI Pura 90s Pro Max keeps handheld zoom shots sharp and steady, ensuring every distant scene is preserved with impressive clarity.
Even in complex lighting conditions, the HUAWEI Pura 90s Pro Max captures brilliant highlights without overexposure, and reveals rich detail in darker shadows. Its 50MP Ultra Lighting HDR Camera, powered by a 3-in-1 Ultra Lighting Prism and an industry-leading dynamic range of up to 16 EV, captures more light information than ever before to render brighter highlights and deeper, more detailed shadows. This results in naturally balanced, richly textured photos that faithfully recreate the atmosphere of every moment no matter the lighting contrast.
Colour precision is key to render true-to-life photos that are true to what you see. The HUAWEI Pura 90s Series introduces the 2nd Gen True-to-Colour Camera, which renders a wider breadth of colour range with improved accuracy and an expanded colour gamut processing. When shooting vivid landscapes to everyday portraits, the imaging system delivers naturally balanced, lifelike colours with exceptional precision to ensure every photo reflects the scene just as users see it.
Boundless Possibilities for Creativity, Powered by AI
Beyond its advanced camera hardware, the HUAWEI Pura 90s Series unlocks limitless creative potential for mobile imaging through the power of AI. By intelligently assisting with composition and image enhancement, the series empowers users to turn everyday moments into compelling visual stories.
The upgraded AI Composition feature assists users by quickly identifying photo subjects and providing intelligent framing references. It analyzes scenes in real time and offers on-screen composition suggestions and visual guides according to professional photography principles, helping users adjust their position and find the optimal angle for taking photos. This allows users to take professional-looking photos of landscapes, portraits, food, or architecture.
Making photos look perfect is just as effortless with AI-powered editing tools on the HUAWEI Pura 90s Series. Among these, the AI De-Glare feature easily eliminates distracting glass reflections, window glare, and screen interference from captured images. With a single tap, it removes these visual obstacles and restores the underlying details of every photo. The AI Move tool makes the mundane look magical. It allows users to isolate, move, resize, or duplicate subjects or objects within a photo. When an object is relocated, it instantly “heals” the vacant space and keeps it looking seamless. It also allows users to paste isolated objects onto completely different photos, with AI aligning the lighting, the shadow, and the edges of the object to the new background.
Evocative, Rhythm of Colour Design That Suits Your Style
Staying true to its legacy of combining powerful imaging with fashion-forward design, the HUAWEI Pura 90s Series introduces the Rhythm of Colour, a new design philosophy inspired by the fluid interplay of light, form, and movement. Featuring sleek flat-edged lines and richly layered colour palettes, the lineup carries refined elegance with vacation-inspired vibrance. Leading the series, the HUAWEI Pura 90s Pro Max debuts the industry-first Dual-Tone Gradient Mid-Frame in Orange Ocean, inspired by sunlight shimmering in coastal waters during golden hour, alongside Blazing Purple that reflects the transition from dusk to night. These expressive hues are meticulously crafted to create smooth, gradient transitions that give off exceptional visual depth and a premium, sophisticated finish. The Blush Gold and Graphite Black finishes are just as evocative and elegant as they are timeless.
Meanwhile, the HUAWEI Pura 90s Pro comes in vibrant, beverage-inspired tones reminiscent of a lighter, more playful rhythm of holiday living. In Orange Soda, the device bears a crisp citrus shade that captures the sparkling rhythm of sunlit moments, while Guava Soda has a lively pink tone balancing brightness and softness. The HUAWEI Pura 90s Pro also looks effortlessly elegant in Coconut White and Mulberry Black.
Reliable Connection and Intuitive Experience to Put You One Step Ahead
As HUAWEI’s latest flagship lineup, the HUAWEI Pura 90s Series is engineered to set new standards for smartphone performance in the industry. Powered by 5G, the series delivers consistently smooth and reliable connections with smoother signal recovery, stronger performance in weak-coverage areas, and faster upload and download speeds. This keeps users connected wherever life takes them.
The series’ enhanced Celia AI brings smarter, more personalized assistance to simplify daily tasks. From checking the weather and setting general reminders, to drafting messages, making calls, and checking the weather, Celia AI makes everyday interactions more convenient and efficient. The intelligent assistant also comes in handy during travel as it allows users to hail rides through voice command, so they can get to their next destination quickly and more conveniently.
Transferring files is just as effortless with the HUAWEI Pura 90s Series, which now supports cross-OS sharing with iOS devices. Whether transferring photos, work documents, or videos, users can easily share files quickly across device ecosystems without interrupting their workflow.
Powerful Performance and Durable Design You Can Count On
The HUAWEI Pura 90s Series’ flagship performance is powered by a 6,000mAh large-capacity battery, which supports all-day use. The HUAWEI Pura 90s Pro Max supports 100W HUAWEI SuperCharge which can recharge the battery back to 85% in just 30 minutes and 80W Wireless HUAWEI SuperCharge. Meanwhile, the HUAWEI Pura 90s Pro supports 66W Wired HUAWEI SuperCharge and 50W Wireless HUAWEI SuperCharge for ultra-fast, convenient charging whenever, wherever.
The HUAWEI Pura 90s Series pairs its massive battery with an ultra-durable build. The HUAWEI Pura 90s Pro Max adopts a new Anti-Reflection and Scratch-Resistant Kunlun Glass, engineered with nano-level precision technology to reduce glare, resist scratches and fingerprints, and keep the display clear even under bright sunlight. It also offers enhanced drop resistance, giving users confidence for everyday use.
To further enhance the everyday smartphone experience, the HUAWEI Pura 90s Series gives users access to the apps they rely on daily through the HUAWEI AppGallery. From productivity tools like Google Workspace and digital banking apps like BDO, BPI, and GCash, to ride-hailing apps like Grab or Angkas and social media platforms like Facebook, Youtube, and Instagram, the HUAWEI Pura 90s Series ensures the services users’ need to keep their daily routines going are always within reach.
Bring Your Best Moments to Life with the HUAWEI Pura 90s Series
Discover a whole new smartphone experience with the “King of Imaging,” the HUAWEI Pura 90s Series, now available for pre-order online and at HUAWEI Experience Stores nationwide. The HUAWEI Pura 90s Pro Max 512GB retails for PHP 79,999. Meanwhile, the HUAWEI Pura 90s Pro is available in 256GB at PHP 54,999 and 512GB at PHP 64,999.
Pre-order the HUAWEI Pura 90s Series from August 7 to August 19 to enjoy up to PHP 5,000 off via selected bank credit or debit cards, along with exclusive freebies including a HUAWEI WATCH FIT 4 (worth PHP 3,999), a HUAWEI Pura exclusive gift box (worth PHP 3,999), and premium services (worth up to PHP 6,499).
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Khloé Kardashian is giving viewers a closer look at the women in her inner circle.
Disney+ has announced that the new unscripted series The Girls: A Khloé Kardashian Project will premiere on Friday, August 21, exclusively on Disney+ Philippines. All six episodes will be available to stream on the same day.
The official trailer and key art have also been released, offering an exciting first look at the friendships, celebrations, personal struggles, and tensions at the center of the series.
Inside Khloé Kardashian’s Inner Circle
The series follows some of Khloé Kardashian’s closest friends as they balance motherhood, marriage, dating, business, family responsibilities, and life in the public eye.
Featured in the show are Natalie Halcro (@nataliehalcro), Khadijah Haqq (@foreverkhadijah), Malika Haqq(@malika), Yris Palmer (@yrispalmer), Olivia Pierson (@oliviapierson), and Nicole Williams English (@justnic).
Each woman brings her own story, ambitions, and challenges to the group. From major career milestones and family concerns to launch parties, girls’ trips, and important personal decisions, their lives are constantly moving.
And while the glamorous moments are part of the fun, things do not always stay picture-perfect.
Friendships Face New Challenges
As the women spend more time together, their relationships begin to change.
Getting to know one another on a deeper level brings new conversations to the surface, including old wounds, different viewpoints, and unexpected disagreements. Soon, the friendships that connect them are tested in ways they may not have anticipated.
With careers evolving and personal lives shifting, the group must figure out whether their bonds can grow along with them.
The result is a candid look at friendship under pressure, complete with emotional moments, joyful milestones, complicated conversations, and plenty of personality.
Khloé Kardashian Serves as Executive Producer
Khloé Kardashian serves as an executive producer on The Girls: A Khloé Kardashian Project alongside Julie Pizzi, Farnaz Farjam, Nicole Blais, and Lauren Goldstein.
The series is produced by Bunim/Murray Productions, part of Banijay Americas.
Repertory Philippines (REP) is throwing a ball for young audiences and the entire family as it presents another fairytale adaptation with Cinderella: The Tale of the Glass Slipper. This year’s Repertory Theater for Young Audiences (RTYA) production showcases a story about kindness and courage—complete with a royal ball and plenty of twists along the way. Running from August 22 to December 13 at the REP Eastwood Theater, REP’s Cinderella will charm its way into your heart, and remind you that dreams really can come true.
Directed by Joy Virata and Cara Barredo, this new RTYA offering is a creation by Janet Yates Vogt and Mark Friedman who are the artists behind the show’s book, music, and lyrics. The duo is known for adapting beloved children’s stories into musicals, which include REP productions Alice in Wonderland and Snow White and the Prince.
Cinderella
Offering a fresh take on the classic fairytale, the production features eight main characters with quick and short scenes which are particularly crafted to keep the young audience engaged and entertained while delivering important lessons about consideration for others and resilience. Alongside fairytale favorites such as Cinderella, her Stepmom and two Stepsisters, as well as her Fairy Godmother and the Prince, the audience gets to meet a mischievous rat named Putterman who helps Cinderella in her journey.
Prince
For this staging, REP has lined up a company of seasoned theater actors, performers, and emerging stars. Sharing the title role of Cinderella are actress-singer Katie Bradshaw, Swiss-Filipina performer Ornella Brianna, and Ateneo Blue Repertory alumna and Star Magic trainee Julia Santiago.
Putterman
Alternating in the role of the Prince are Khalil Tambio and Radson Flores, with Lance Soliman as cover. Audiences can also look forward to the antics of Putterman, played by Stephen Viñas and Jay Pangilinan with Steven Hotchkiss as cover, whose scene-stealing character adds humor and heart to Cinderella’s adventure.
Fairy Godmother
The production also features Barredo and Mayen Cadd as the Fairy Godmother; Hans Eckstein, Hotchkiss, and Hades Kitane as Frederick; Pinky Marquez and Ring Antonio as the Stepmother with Cadd as cover; Arielle Magno and Barbara Jance as Stepsister 1; Sebastian Katigbak and Paul Atienza as Stepsister 2, with Jay Barrameda serving as cover for both stepsisters.
Stepmother
Rounding out the royal entourage and ensemble are Jill Tavanes, Lani Pelovello, Cheska Quimno, Bern Ignacio, Cydel Gabutero, Lucylle Tan, Julia Panlilio, Paula Paguio, Francis Gatmaytan, Godfrey Astronomo, Leanard dela Victoria, Kenny Isidro, Sean Nolasco, Vinz Cantillo, Johann Parungao, Jovito Bonita, Jae Valencia, VJ Cortel, DJ Buban, and Chesko Rodriguez, with Monica Tulio as female swing and Deo dela Cruz as male swing.
Stepsister 1
The creative and production teams are composed of artists whose creative vision transforms the classic tale into a magical experience brought to stage through immersive music, choreography, captivating costumes and set design. This team includes Ayam Eckstein as production and company manager, Viñas as choreographer, Phoebe Bitoon as musical director, John Batalla as technical director and lighting designer, Raven Ong as costume designer with Dreu Fernandez as associate costume designer,Lawyn Cruz as set designer, Johann Dela Fuente as hair and make-up designer, Dela Cruz and Gatmaytan as dance captains and assistant choreographers, Kayla Teodoro as puppet designer, and Jana Jimenez as projections designer with Gab Carmelo as associate projection designer. Jojo Amboy serves as the stage manager and Ronnie Cruz as assistant stage manager.
Stepsister 2
“Whether this is a child’s first theater experience or a family’s beloved tradition, REP’s Cinderella: The Tale of the Glass Slipperpromises everyone an unforgettable time at the theater. For this year’s RTYA, we are going to celebrate the power of compassion for others and the courage it takes to follow one’s dreams,” says Virata.
Frederick
Do not wait until the clock strikes 12 and grab the chance to witness REP’s Cinderella: The Tale of the Glass Slipperfrom August 22 to December 13 at the REP Eastwood Theater.
Tickets are now available at TicketWorld and the REP Box Office at the 4/F Eastwood Mall, open on Wednesday to Sunday from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m.
TERNOCON 2027, a terno-making convention and contest, commences with its first mentoring-consultation for the 15 aspirants from August 4 to 8, 2026, at the Clark Events and Conference Center in Pampanga.
Organized by the Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) and Bench/Suyen Corporation, TERNOCON pursues the preservation and promotion of the Philippine dress.
It aims to encourage the use of the terno as a popular form of dress, and inspire and motivate emerging designers to create ternos that are at par with the construction skills of professional designers. Its objectives also include encouraging dialogue and scholarly discussion on issues concerning the Philippine dress and sustaining the growing awareness and interest in the Philippine dress.
Selected from 52 applications, the 15 aspirants come from Luzon – Laguna, Oriental Mindoro, Tarlac, Makati and Taguig; from Visayas – Cebu, Mandaue, Roxas, Silay and Iloilo; and from Mindanao – Zamboanga City, Maguindanao del Norte, Davao de Oro, Iligan and Koronadal.
Before the selection, all applicants attended a week-long regional workshop and a one-day Zoom lecture conducted by fashion designers and art experts, namely Dr. Nicanor G. Tiongson, Len Cabili and Gino Gonzales.
To help the aspirants achieve the competition goals, some of the country’s experts in design will mentor and guide them, led by fashion designer Inno Sotto who has been the Ternocon’s chief mentor since 2018. He will be joined by fashion designers Josie Natori, Randy Ortiz and Jojie Lloren, as well as Ternocon’s founding artistic director Gonzales and incumbent artistic director Ricardo Eric Cruz.
Following the theme “An Ode to Nature,” the fifth edition of Ternocon marks the 10-year milestone of the program, celebrating its remarkable impact on the public’s awareness and appreciation of the terno, especially among the young generation.
The first lock-in workshop is presented in partnership with the Clark Development Corporation, City Government of Mabalacat, Department of Tourism Region III, Royce Hotel, and Victory Liner.
The second lock-in workshop is set for January 27 to 31, 2027, and the final competition and cultural show will be on March 14, 2027.
The CCP Cultural Exchange Department and CCP Production Design and Technical Services Division lead the project implementation, with the Ternocon organizing team and the Bench Ad & Promo team.
For more information, visit the CCP website. Follow the official social media accounts of CCP, CCP Cultural Exchange Department, Ternocon, and Bench for more updates and the latest news.
