Friday, February 28, 2020







(Visit Awesamgyupsal located at the lower ground floor of SM City San Jose del Monte)






The Korean pop culture continues to capture the heart of many Filipinos. Many are big fans of Korean drama series, Korean pop music, celebrities, Korean fashion and cosmetics, smartphone brands, even the choice of food and type of restaurant.



Along with kimchi, bibimbap, chapchae and bulgogi, samgyeopsal or grilled pork belly is the most popular and well-received Korean food in the Philippines. No wonder why Korean restaurants have sprouted around the country.






A brand new Korean BBQ restaurant that offers unique spin on the current unlimited bbq craze, Awesamgyupsal is now open in SM City San Jose del Monte.



AWESAMGYUPSAL is a combination of the words “Awesome” and “Samgyupsal” that promises awesome samgyeopsal every day for everyone in a modern interior offering a relaxed and laid-back dining atmosphere.









Get ready to feast and check out Awesamgyupsal’s scrumptious mouthwatering menu that includes 10 sauces to choose from and a wide array of side dishes – the eat all you can creamy and flame-roasted beef bone marrow, unlimited crispy chicken skin, the oh-so addictive Mayak Eggs, braised marble potatoes, fried tofu stewed in Korean ketchup, house made kimchi, sweet and spicy candid anchovies, Korean fish cakes braised in sweet soy sauce, creamy cheese sauce that is perfect for dipping anything grilled or fried, Korean japchae that is cooked in sweet sesame based sauce, own version of classic Korean spicy cucumber salad, galbi jjim or the Korean beef stew, pickled radish to help cleanse your palate, fresh crisp lettuce, the indulgent meat platter, and the dips – sweet soy, gochujang and ssamjang to help complete your Korean BBQ experience, and of course the high quality Japanese rice to complete your meal.



Sounds tasty right! Visit Awesamgyupsal at the lower ground floor of SM City San Jose del Monte to complete you AweSM shopping experience.











Catch storewide sales on leading brands Maybelline, Penshoppe, Silverworks, and more on March 3






Ready your wallets because Shopee 3.3 Fashion Festival is here with discounts up to 90% off on the hottest fashion and beauty brands. On March 3, shoppers can score exclusive deals on a selection of clothing pieces and accessories from Penshoppe, Silverworks, Maybelline, and more.






Here are 6 deals to look out for during Shopee 3.3 Fashion Festival:










1. Up to 50% off with Penshoppe







Step up your fashion game with global retail brand Penshoppe. On March 3, Penshoppe is offering Shopee users special discounts up to 50% off on trendy and affordable quality pieces. Cop these items while you can!






Check out the Penshoppe Official Store on Shopee at https://shopee.ph/penshoppe










2. Up to 80% off with Silverworks











Get yourself or your loved ones something shiny as Silverworks is offering up to 80% off during Shopee 3.3 Fashion Festival Choose from Silverworks’ necklaces, earrings, and couple rings to complete your OOTD.






Check out the Silverworks Official Store on Shopee at https://shopee.ph/silverworks






3. Up to 50% off with Maybelline











Top off your outfit with a flawless makeup look from Maybelline. Beauty favorites including the Fit Me Matte Poreless Liquid Foundation, Creamy Matte Lipstick, and Superstay Longwear Matte Lipstick will be having discounts up to 50% off so don’t forget to add these cult-favorites to your cart!






Check out the Maybelline Official Store on Shopee at https://shopee.ph/maybellineofficialstore










4. Up to 50% off with Inspi











Show your style with Inspi’s graphic tees for men and women. Pair these shirts with jeans and you’re good to go. Inspi has shirts to express yourself and are perfect for a casual day out.






Check out the Inspi Official Store on Shopee at https://shopee.ph/inspistore










5. Up to 70% off with Hanford











Experience the right support and comfort with Hanford’s wide range of underwear. It’s made with breathable material that eases movement, making Hanford the perfect brand for those with an active lifestyle.






Check out the Hanford Official Store on Shopee at https://shopee.ph/hanfordph










6. Up to 60% off with Time Depot








Treat yourself to a classy watch as Time Depot rolls out up to 60% off discounts on their stainless steel watches. Scroll through a variety of premium watch brands on Time Depot including Hush Puppies, Casio, GShock, and more.






Check out the Time Depot Official Store on Shopee at https://shopee.ph/timedepot










Don’t miss the Shopee 3.3 Fashion Festival with up to 90% off on fashion and beauty favorites. Shoppers can also catch daily storewide flash sales with free shipping ₱0 minimum spend on March 3. In addition, users can win coins, vouchers, and a brand new Samsung Galaxy A50S smartphone by playing Shopee Hourly Prizes!










Find out more about Shopee 3.3 Fashion Festival at https://shopee.ph/3-3.






Download the Shopee app for free via the App Store or Google Play.









Thursday, February 27, 2020











With its effervescent disco sheen, attention-grabbing chorus, and inescapable vibe, Doja Cat’s “Say So” is shaping up to be a global smash.

The song currently sits at number 32 on Spotify Philippines Viral 50 and has climbed steadily on the Billboard Hot 100 for more than a month since its debut. In a short period of time, it has reached more than a hundred million streams worldwide, becoming Doja Cat’s biggest hit on Spotify.

The song’s breakthrough could be attributed in part to its success on video-sharing social networking platform, TikTok, where it inspired various dance challenges from top Hollywood celebrities and social media influencers.

Fashion and entertainment magazine Nylon explains how the hip-hop/R&B star’s viral breakout made its way into the consciousness of the short-form video app: “In retrospect, Say So was destined to be a great TikTok fodder: the irresistible disco beat plus sassy lyrics which translate well into easy-to-learn dance moves,” writer Steffanee Wang shares. “At this point, it's fair to say that literally everyone has done the challenge, including James Charles and a girl on like, 20-foot stilts.”

Due to the song’s massive success on the platform, Doja Cat, along with Tyra Banks, recently headlined TikTok’s Black Creators Summit, where she capped off the event with a performance of her current dance craze.

Here in the Philippines, the American rapper, singer and producer’s latest chart-topper is also gaining traction on the aforementioned platform. Singer-actor Iñigo Pascual, ABS-CBN teen star Alexa Ilacad, and G-Force choreographer Yanyan De Jesus recently hopped on the bandwagon with their take on “Say So,” which individually went viral on the day of its release.

AC Bonifacio, another celebrity influencer based in Manila, has recently uploaded a teaser of her upcoming dance cover on various social media platforms. The young multimedia star is set to debut her version of the Doja Cat hit on February 27, Thursday.

And then there’s Filipina YouTube star Niana Guerrero racking up 397,000 likes on TikTok for her bubbly and infectious lip-sync and dance performance of the newest Doja Cat single. This clearly reflects Doja Cat’s rising profile in the country, reaping the rewards of this generation’s preference for meme-ready songs that appeal to youth and online culture sensibilities.

The highly anticipated music video of “Say So” will have its worldwide premiere on YouTube soon. The song is now available on Spotify and other music streaming/download platforms worldwide.

Wednesday, February 26, 2020




Be part of the new craze—watch and share your own entertaining videos on TikTok!

Are you on TikTok?                      

If not, you’re missing a whole lot! A lot of trending and viral videos you’re seeing on the internet are all coming from this popular new app—and what’s even better is you can join the fun by watching or sharing your own videos on TikTok!

Here are five reasons to download TikTok:

  1. You can share your talents with the rest of the world!
You can make videos of anything on TikTok—as in anything! Singing, lipsyncing, dancing, acting, DIY, comedy, or just being cool, you can do anything on-cam and upload it all on TikTok! The more you upload, the more people will watch your vids!

  1. You might go viral!
Who knows, you might be the next viral star to come out of the Philippines! Imagine—you go viral, and you might even be the next showbiz star!

  1. Bye-bye, FOMO!
Did you know that your friends and family are already on TikTok? You might be the last one left behind! You don’t want to have FOMO, right? That’s why you should download the app!

  1. Bond with friends and family over videos!
You might have noticed that a lot of TikTok videos are usually friends or family—you can bond with them by either watching or making your own silly and funny videos!

  1. Because it’s just fun!
Whether you’re watching or making your own videos on TikTok, one thing’s for sure: it’s just plain fun! That’s why a lot of people are on Tiktok—because it’s super entertaining!

Watch and upload your own fun videos on TikTok nonstop with TNT GIGA STORIES 50 on TNT’s high-speed mobile network powered by Smart LTE! Get 1 GB of FB, IG, and TikTok every day for three days plus 1 GB of open-access data. Just dial *123# on your phone and choose GIGA STORIES 50 to subscribe!

TNT’s high-speed network is powered by Smart LTE, the country’s undisputed fastest mobile internet, as awarded by third-party organizations such as Ookla, OpenSignal, Tutela, and P3 in their respective crowd-source-based studies on mobile internet services in the Philippines.

For more details on TNT’s Giga promos, visit http://store.tntph.com/addons, like TNTph on Facebook, and follow @tntph on Instagram and Twitter.

Friday, February 21, 2020



Shop and get a chance to win 1 of 5 Huawei Nova 3i at SM City San Jose del Monte’s special sale on February 28 to March 02 as a celebration of San Jose del Monte’ foundation week.


For every Php1,000 single or accumulated purchase within the promo period from participating establishments entitle shoppers to one coupon.

Check out the wide selection of fashion apparels and accessories, home appliances and furnishings, gadgets and more at The SM Store, Ace Hardware, Miniso, Surplus, Watsons, SM Supermarket, SM Appliance Center and other participating stores. Customer will also get one raffle coupon with every single receipt purchase of four (4) SM Cinema tickets.

Grab your shopping bags and seize the opportunity to shop with fun and great bargains that are up to 70% off on great finds.

To know more about the promos and events, check out the official Facebook Page of SM City San Jose del Monte at https://www.facebook.com/SMCitySanJoseDelMonte/.

Thursday, February 20, 2020





Mang Inasal, home of the leading branded grilled chicken, recently took home top plums in the prestigious 2019 Araw Values Awards.

Mang Inasal was recognized for its exceptional work on their Solb ang Pinoy, Gawad PiliPinoy, HoLEAFDay Araw ng Kalayaan, and Buwan ng Wika Pampilipit ng Dila campaigns.

“It has always been our desire at Mang Inasal to cultivate our rich Filipino culture and to promote positive Filipino values by reflecting them in our digital marketing campaigns”, says Camille Cacapit, Mang Inasal’s Digital Marketing Manager. “As a Filipino quick service restaurant with a nationwide presence, we aim to inculcate Filipino pride through our food, services and our distinct brand messaging.”

Mang Inasal’s Solb ang Pinoy, a digital video that celebrated unique Filipino craftsmanship and work ethics, won a Gold Araw Values Award under the Advocacy and Branded Communications - Love of Country and Respect for National Customs and Traditions category. The material featured two beloved Pinoy craftsmen – the barong maker and the banig weaver. The video garnered 8 million views, 100 thousand reactions, over 1,000 comments and 8,000 shares.

Meanwhile, two digital contents -- the Independence Day and the Eid Mubarak Leaf posts -- each received Silver in the Technical Awards Production Design category. The materials were cited for their creative use of banana leaves as a design element.

The Eid Mubarak Leaf post also bagged the Bronze Araw Values Award under the Advocacy and Branded Communications - Love of Country and Respect for National Customs and Traditions.
The video featuring Mang Inasal’s 2019 Gawad PiliPinoy awardee, Iloisa Romaraog-Diga, received a Bronze Araw Values Award under the Advocacy and Branded Communications -  Respect and Care for Life and Dignity and Rights category.

The winning video showed how Session Groceries, the online portal Diga helped establish, has been providing Benguet farmers an alternative online distribution channel, enabling them to command better prices.

The Gawad PiliPinoy Session Groceries video also received two Bronze Technical Awards: one for Sound Design and another one for Cinematography.
Lastly, for the Buwan ng Wika Pampilipit Dila, Mang Inasal received another Bronze, again under the Love of Country and Respect for National Customs and Traditions. By creating challenging tongue twisters or "pampilipit dila" in Filipino, Mang Inasal challenged Filipinos on the street to test their skills. Utilizing a foreigner as host further fueled the fire for our kababayans to showcase their dormant Filipino skills. The 2018 video proved to be a hit – garnering over 4 million views, 74,000 reactions, over 1,000 comments, and 5,000 shares.

“We share these awards with DDB Philippines who have made all these digital initiatives possible. Indeed, these Araw Values Awards inspire us to continue developing and posting similarly themed contents,” Cacapit added.

The Araw Values Awards is a biennial event sponsored by the Ad Foundation. They aim to recognize advertising campaigns that uphold Filipino values based on the Ad Foundation’s ARAW cornerstone values — love of God, commitment to truth, honesty, and integrity; love of country and respect for national customs and traditions; reverence for family unit or marriage or responsible parenthood; respect and care for human life, dignity and the rights of all; respect for law and authority and the promotion of self- discipline; and concern for and preservation of the environment.



Camille Quiambao Cacapit, the Digital Brand Manager of Mang Inasal (second from right), receives the award for Bronze Araw Values Award under the Advocacy and Branded Communications - Love of Country and Respect for National Customs and Traditions.  Alongside her are representatives from DDB Philippines as well as from the Araw Values Awards of the Advertising Foundation of the Philippines.

Wednesday, February 19, 2020



SM Center Pulilan continues to prove that everything you need is all in one place as they introduce the latest service centers and lifestyle choices in Bulacan.
LAND TRANSPORTATION OFFICE, LBC. SM Center Pulilan now offers the comfort of hassle free transactions in land transport and courier service. Located at SM Center Pulilan Mall Transport Terminal, LTO is now ready to serve Bulakenyos in need of express service in student permit and license renewal. They are open Monday to Saturday, from 8AM - 5PM! In addition, LBC in SM Center Pulilan is here to provide fast and reliable service for your money remittance, mail, parcels and boxes, as well as cargo and logistics. Visit LBC conveniently located at the second floor of SM Center Pulilan.  

MACAO IMPERIAL TEA, EGGSPREZZ. Because good food and great drinks matter, SM Center Pulilan gives Bulakenyos more reason to spend time at the mall as they welcome two terrific treats for foodies. With Macao Imperial Tea taking the storm all the way to SM Center Pulilan, shoppers can now enjoy authentic tea goodness in a cup, not to mention that they also have wide range of specialty drinks such as coffee, yakult, fresh milk and soda-based drinks. Take on the challenge and try on their best sellers such as the Cream Cheese variants, flavored sodas like the Over the Rainbow SodaMacao Imperial Tea also offers haven of sweets like cakes, pastries and desserts to match your chosen beverage. You may choose among their house specials such as Oreo Cheesecake and Banoffee Pie. Furthermore, if you are a street food lover, then Eggsprezz is a must try! Worry no more as you can enjoy the timeless kwek kwek or fried orange quail eggs, fish ball, penoy, kikiam, squid ball, and fried siomai at a price so friendly! Moreover, their unique egg tofu nuggets is a real knock out. All of these you can enjoy with their signature sauce in sweet and spicy flavors. Drop by Eggsprezz at SM Center Pulilan Mall Transport Terminal.




GWIYOMI GLUTA SPA, NAIL FILES, GQ BARBER SHOP. Looking good has never been this close as SM Center Pulilan houses some of the best in beauty and wellness.  Achieve that glow and give yourself that well deserved relaxation at Gwiyomi Gluta Spa. The premier beauty center offers wide range of services you can only imagine- from facial treatments, slimming, laser, body massage and other beauty innovations. Meanwhile, SM Center Pulilan also introduces Nail Files, the latest nook for nail art lovers and wellness on the side. Some of the services they offer are nail pampering, spa and paraffin, waxing, blissful body massage and scrub. GQ Barber Shop for men is the ideal place to get that style cuts, hair and body care for a dapper appeal. Gwiyomi Gluta Spa, Nail Files and GQ Barber Shop are conveniently located at the second level of SM Center Pulilan.

Go out and discover SM Center Pulilan today. For more updates, follow SM Center Pulilan at Facebook and Instagram.


Monday, February 17, 2020


The NU Pep Squad wows the crowd in SM City San Jose del Monte with their simplest yet engaging pyramid stunt.






The National University recently showcased its talents at SM City San Jose del Monte as part of their orientation week in its Fairview campus.

The NU Pep Squad together with NU Chorale, NU Drummers, and NU Taekwondo Team wowed shoppers and mall goers with their skills during their visit in SM City San Jose del Monte to encourage future college students take the opportunity to study without traveling too far from their home.


The NU Pep Squad showcase their flexibility during their short routine at SM City San Jose del Monte.





SM City San Jose del Monte Assistant Mall Manager Ms. Jhoanalyn Gatdula says that students now in the city have more options, and does not need to face the everyday traffic going to Manila where big Universities are located as NU Fairview is just a jeep ride from San Jose del Monte City.

NU Fairview is the third campus to open as part of its 10-year expansion plan currently offering extension programs such as BS Business Administration, BS Hospitality Management, and BS Information Technology.

The National University Admission Test is now open for 1st term S.Y. 2020-2021 and is free of charge.

Saturday, February 15, 2020







Manila, Philippines - Leading food and beverage kiosk operator, Fruitas Holdings, Inc. (FHI), listed on the Philippine Stock Exchange under the symbol FRUIT, has engaged Hon. Francisco “Isko Moreno” Domagoso, mayor of Manila, as its newest endorser.

“The honorable mayor and Fruitas share a lot of common values, including love for country and innovation. From his humble beginnings, he initially made waves in the entertainment industry before transforming himself into a public servant,” FHI President and Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Lester Yu, said.

Fruitas adds to its slate of endorsers, which includes Sarah Geronimo, Asia’s Popstar Royalty. Her endearing connection with Filipinos and a wider global audience, has recently been confirmed by her hit song, “Tala”, going viral.

Fruitas has established leadership in fruit shakes, coconut-based beverages, lemonades and meat-filled pastries, offered in kiosks in the Philippines and has recently completed a number of acquisitions, including Sabroso Lechon, Heat Stroke Grill, The Tofu Store, and Kuxina. It is targeting to grow its network to 2,000 stores by 2023.

Thursday, February 13, 2020





From February 13 to 15, Shopee Valentine’s Day Sale will feature free shipping with ₱0 minimum spend and ₱9 deals

Shopee, the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan, celebrates the season of love with Shopee Valentine’s Day Sale from February 13 to 15. Take this opportunity to shower loved ones with gifts with discounts up to 90%, such as the Apple Airpods 2, GoPro Hero 8, and Xiaomi Redmi Note 8. Shopee offers a sweeter deal for one special couple to win a staycation at Holiday Inn & Suites Makati through Shopee’s Feb-Ibig Forecast.

Win a Staycation for Two with Shopee’s Feb-Ibig Forecast
Shopee brings back the Feb-Ibig Forecast by popular demand in time for Valentine's Day. From February 13 to 14, users can check their love prediction twice a day on the Shopee app. With every prediction, users are one step closer to winning an overnight stay with breakfast buffet for two at Holiday Inn & Suite Makati.

Shopee Valentine’s Day Sale offers discounts up to 90% off


From February 13 to 15, Shopee Valentine’s Day Sale will offer a full day of exciting promotions including:


  • All-day sitewide free shipping with ₱0 minimum spend


  • Discounts Up to 90% off: Get up to 90% off deals at the finale of Shopee Valentine’s Day Sale, such as the Apple Airpods 2, GoPro Hero 8, and Xiaomi Redmi Note 8.


  • ₱9 deals: Stand a chance to score face masks, charging cables, socks, and other affordable items for only ₱9.


  • Exclusive Shopee Live: Stay tuned as Raffy Tulfo becomes Shopee’s very own Love Doctor for one day, and give love advice to users.


  • Shopee Hourly Prizes: Check back every hour for a chance to win Shopee Coins from a coin pool of 50,000.

Find out more about Shopee Valentine’s Day Sale at https://shopee.ph/m/valentines-day-sale.

Download the Shopee app for free via the App Store or Google Play.





The blush brigade: SM Accessories bag, Dickies girl sunglasses, F&C jewelry heart pendant with chain, Bobbi Brown Intensive Skin Serum Foundation, and Dear Dahlia Lip Paradise Intense Satin Lipstick from The SM Store.







Share the love with Valentine gifts for everyone at The SM Store.



There are classic forever pieces for her - jewelry, fragrances and beauty essentials to gifts of style - accessories, shoes and bags. He, on the other hand, will love the laid back luxe of elegant timepieces, weekend warrior backpacks and shoes.






Be date night-ready with these chic dangling earrings. Your Valentine’s Day must-haves are at The SM Store now.


Saying it with flowers: Marc Jacobs Daisy Eau de Toilette, SM Accessories blossom earrings, and Parisian Avery shoes.







Check out The SM Store Real Beauty catalogue filled with great gift ideas in-store this Valentine. Don’t forget the voucher next time you’re in the store to get the special discount.



For the girl who loves her basics, stick to something classic - SM Accessories bag and headband, and MAC Matte Lipstick in Chili.







Visit The SM Store today and share the love this Valentine at SM City Baliwag, SM City Marilao, and SM City San Jose del Monte.

Wednesday, February 12, 2020











Valentine’s Day has always been about spending that singular day once a year with your special someone—going out on an unforgettable date, buying each other gifts, or spending intimate moments together.



While these traditional ways of celebrating will always be there, no doubt one of the best ways to express your love is to really make your partner feel safe and protected—more so by using proper protection such as condoms.



Together with preventing unwanted pregnancies with a 98% effectivity rate, condoms, when properly used during sexual intercourse, has been proven to be one of the best ways to prevent the spread of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) such as HIV or Human Immunodeficiency Virus.









Figures from the Commission on Population (POPCOM) shows how more adolescents engage in premarital sex, with 500 teenage girls giving birth every day. Similarly, HIV cases are on the rise in the country, with UNAIDS reporting that the number of new infections in the Philippines has more than doubled, something not to be taken lightly.



With all of these, having a condom at the ready simply shows your partner how much you really care this Valentine’s Day, which incidentally is also National Condom Day. It’s a reflection of how you both have your health and wellness in mind, and is as well a sign of deep respect and, ultimately, love and affection. And buying condoms need not to be an embarrassing experience anymore.



Thankfully, brands such as Durex make condoms accessible sans the awkwardness associated with purchasing them. Aside from making them available in retail outlets such as pharmacies, groceries and convenience stores, Durex condoms can now also be bought through online through sites like Lazada, with the available option of ‘privacy guaranteed packaging’ wherein condoms can be packed in ‘discreet books’ that really do look like an honest-to-goodness book on the outside.



So this Valentine’s season, express your love in the most meaningful of ways, show how much your partner means to you, and always come protected.

Tuesday, February 11, 2020



Fresh from reaping various accolades and wrapping up the first part of the sold-out I Used to Know H.E.R. Tour, two-time Grammy winner H.E.R. has recently released a soulful single called “Comfortable.”

Produced by DJ Camper with additional backing vocals from Anthony Clemons, Jr., the latest jam from the Filipina-American R&B star showcases a more stripped-down approach reminiscent of her early releases. The earnestness of her lyrics, paired with the sultry mood of the song, arrives with captivating grace beyond her years—a quality that makes “Comfortable” a standout.

The newest track from the singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist has recently earned positive reviews from music publications. Hypebeast praised its “return to fundamentals,” and went on to acknowledge, “the right amount of modern production cues crescendoing by the song’s end.”

>>https://hypebeast.com/2020/2/h-e-r-comfortable-song-stream

The song is also part of the official soundtrack of The Photograph, starring Emmy and Golden Globe nominee Issa Rae and Lakeith Stanfield.

“Comfortable” follows a handful of tracks released in previous weeks, which includes “Sometimes,” a heartfelt ballad that H.E.R. performed during the 2020 Grammy Awards Ceremony where she was nominated for five major awards, and “Slide,” a chart-topping urban radio hit featuring California-born rapper YG.

>>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NFUHXg5zXvM
>>https://open.spotify.com/track/2rTnVB1bvwxHtaIl4uVu7f?si=X99iU68xRrG_4KT0rQKyVA

H.E.R.’s “Comfortable” is now available on Spotify and other music streaming/download platforms worldwide.

>>https://open.spotify.com/track/3f3cliOygeuUpGRwdohy12?si=TWFrZgsPSkqVIWxdMZxhWQ




Two of the country’s biggest stars team up for an LSS-worthy new jingle!



Jollibee is starting the new year with a new LSS for you as it launches a new commercial for the beefy and saucy Burger Steak—featuring popular Filipina actress, host, and singer Anne Curtis and joined by the Popstar Royalty herself, Sarah Geronimo!



The two icons of Philippine entertainment team up in this catchy new ad to sing a new jingle based on Geronimo’s 2014 hit “Kilometro.” In the commercial, Curtis and Geronimo display their own famous vocal talents then team up to sing about the linamnam ulam combination of Burger Steak’s 100% pure beef patty and its flavorful mushroom sauce.



“I’m so glad to have my good friend Sarah join me for this commercial!” says Curtis. “Our previous jingle based on another song of hers was such a big hit, so I am so happy to be able to sing with her for this new one to continue promoting the delicious, beefy-saucy linamnam ulam Jollibee Burger Steak.”



“Burger Steak is one of my most favorite na kainin sa Jollibee,” said Geronimo. “I’m honored to do this commercial with Anne, and I’m really flattered na kanta ko uli napili to be Burger Steak’s new jingle!”



Watch the new Jollibee Burger Steak commercial here:



Have the beefy-saucy linamnam ulam Jollibee Burger Steak anytime you like! It’s available in all Jollibee stores nationwide for dine-in, take-out, delivery, and drive-thru for only PHP 50.00 for the 1-pc. Burger Steak Solo. For more updates on Jollibee products, don’t forget to Like Jollibee Philippines on Facebook, subscribe to Jollibee Studios on YouTube, and follow @jollibee on Twitter and Instagram.







Why settle for meals that don’t satisfy, no matter how affordable they are?

Or as Coco Martin asks in his latest Mang Inasal TV ad: “Sinong matutuwa sa laman-tiyan lang?”

The leading branded grilled chicken communicates anew its value-for-money proposition through an entertaining 15-second TV commercial featuring Mang Inasal’s long-time celebrity endorser.

For only P99, one can already have a satisfying meal of Mang Inasal Chicken Inasal that combines delicious thigh and juicy leg parts. It’s like having two orders of chicken served in one flavourful meal, making Coco Martin blurt out at the end of the TVC, that the Mang Inasal Chicken Inasal is truly, “Busog sa Ihaw Sarap!”

Busog sa Ihaw Sarap puts together Mang Inasal Chicken Inasal’s positioning of bigness (2-in-1 sa Laki) and craveability (Nuot sa Ihaw Sarap) given the product’s delectable taste that seeps through the chicken fibers.

For about a decade now, customers flock to Mang Inasal’s to grab a bite of its Chicken Inasal, making the enterprise one of Jollibee Foods Corporation’s fast-growing business units.


Though February is the shortest month of the year, the love month in SM Bulacan Malls in Marilao, San Jose Del Monte, Baliwag and Pulilan will be jam-packed with slew of happenings, activities and countless of best deals to celebrate the season.

With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, many of us are scrambling for gift ideas. Worry no more because SM Bulacan Malls got you covered. Start mulling over your options and make sure to surprise your valentine with the perfect gift from a wide selection of variants to choose from at SM’s Valentine’s fair. From novelty items, unique gifts to box of chocolates, the fair will give you creative ideas and lots of options on what to give for your loved ones.
Forget the idea that romance is about pricey dinners! SM’s Two-For-One will get you in the mood for love with lavish menus for an affordable price. You can give a nod to the celebration without over the top expense with buy-one-take-one deals and good for sharing platters from participating food tenants.  To add good vibes, shoppers can also enjoy the ‘Our OST Playlist’, a live acoustic music at the mall on the heart’s day.  
Shoppers can also recreate scenes from their favorite rom-com flicks by taking photos at SM’s IG- worthy displays. Don’t forget to share your 14-word love story on SM Supermalls Facebook until February 28 and get a chance to win a staycation with your special someone.
Also, make this season more memorable by joining fun, unique Love A-Fair Calligraphy at SM Center Pulilan. Dust off that pen and paper, learn the basics of calligraphy for free and express oneself via the written word in the name of love.

What’s not to love with these love month happenings? Win your way to your loved ones and enjoy the month of February only at SM City Marilao, SM City San Jose Del Monte, SM City Baliwag and SM Center Pulilan!

Monday, February 10, 2020




After gaining traction in Japan for his viral hit “Merry Christmas From Your Bed,” Filipino multi-genre artist Space-Ta returns with a brand new single released under Locked Down Entertainment.

Aptly titled “Sa Piling Mo,” the romantic track explores a nostalgic but soulful sound informed by Philly soul and gospel music. But the delivery echoes every Pinoy power balladeer’s dream: an image of a non-stop karaoke filled with Basil Valdez and Rico J Puno hits, delivered drunkenly with every bit of passion and intensity.

According to Space-Ta, the song deals with his romantic journey as a time-traveling musician who broke up with his girlfriend in 2032, and ended up meeting someone new in 1989.

Background music is done with Francis De Veyra on bass, Kakoy Legaspi on guitars, Niki Cabardo on keys/organ, Jay Gapasin on drums, & Shinji Tanaka - Sound Engineer. The latest Space-Ta track is recorded at Kodama Studio, Marikina, Metro Manila, Philippines.

Sa Piling Mo,” is currently serviced on top 40, adult contemporary and alternative radio stations such as Jam 88.3, Barangay LSFM, Win Radio, Energy FM, Star FM and Pinas FM. The song is also making rounds on radio stations outside Metro Manila.

An animated lyric video featuring a woman driving around the streets of Tokyo is now out on Youtube. She is seen blasting Space-Ta’s “Sa Piling Mo” on the car stereo. You can watch the entire clip here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tDQgzIZlViI.

Aside from releasing a brand new single in the first quarter of the year, the sci-fi pop character is set to release a series of comic books based on his own adventures as a space and time traveler.

Sa Piling Mo” is now available (starting February 10) on all streaming and download platforms worldwide, including Spotify, iTunes, Ditto.fm, Youtube Music.





Jollibee fans, rejoice—one of your favorite snacks is making a much awaited comeback this year!

Everyone’s favorite Jollibee Tuna Pie is now available in all stores, starting Monday, February 10! That means once again, you get to enjoy biting into that crispy golden crust and savor that rich creamy tuna filling that you’ve missed.

But that’s not all, because Jollibee’s throwing in an awesome surprise for all the fans—now you can enjoy Two-Na Sarap with Two-Na Variants: Original Tuna Pie and the new Spicy Tuna Pie!

With the Spicy Tuna Pie, you can now dig into the same crispy crust and creamy tuna filling, but this time with an exciting hot and spicy kick that makes it extra flavorful.

“It can’t be denied that there’s always a resounding clamor for everyone’s favorite Tuna Pie. Fans are excited to be able to order this Jollibee classic once again,” said Mari Aldecoa, Jollibee Marketing Director for Core Products. “As we pride ourselves on having something for everyone as much as we can, we also wanted to give an extra surprise for fans of spicy food with new Spicy Tuna Pie, which they’ll definitely love!”

Whether you love the timeless classic or you like that extra spice, Tuna Pie’s Two-Na Sarap is sure to delight you with its Two-Na Variants! Grab yours now for only PHP 45.00, or if you can’t get enough, try the Tuna Pie Trio for only PHP 132.00! Tuna Pie is available for dine-in, take-out, drive-thru, and delivery at all Jollibee stores nationwide.

For more info and updates on Jollibee products, like Jollibee Philippines on Facebook, subscribe to Jollibee Studios on YouTube, and follow @jollibee on Twitter and Instagram.

Friday, February 7, 2020






Ben&Ben is showing no signs of slowing down. In terms of consistency, the nine-piece outfit continues to break streaming records and dominate cultural conversation with releases that resonate with people from various walks of life.

Last January 2020 alone, the acclaimed folk-pop band won Wish FM’s Group of the Year and Urban Performance of the Year for their chart-topper “Pagtingin.” On top of this milestone, the band is currently at number one on Spotify Philippines Top 50, with their cover of “Make It With You.”

With overwhelming support from music fans and industry peers, there is no doubt that Ben&Ben is simply defining the times that we live in: the band pours their energy in uplifting our fellow countrymen with their brand of accessible but well-crafted music. “It really boils down to the heart behind the song,” Miguel Benjamin, vocalist and guitarist points out. “When a song is written as a vessel to carry a message that is beyond ego or prideful intent, and simply mirrors the feelings, experiences and lessons that come from a higher place, then somehow it may find its way from the artist's soul to at least one other person's heart, and that is always enough. We fully know that it isn't up to us to produce these works out of our own will, but we are simply vessels for some greater message to fulfill itself through us.” Striking a balance between relatability and raw honesty, the band has managed to push things forward with songs that not only capture an emotional spectrum, but also throb at the core moment of one’s personal experience.

To give back to the community responsible for contributing to the group’s unrelenting success, the award-winning ensemble is releasing two new music videos from the best-selling full-length album, Limasawa Street and a brand new single this month, under Sony Music Philippines. “We just really wanted to put out new material that reflects the blissful and bittersweet experiences we've been through over the past few months, both visually and sonically,” Miguel Benjamin stresses. “All these we want to do for our fans, in the hopes that they get through whatever rough patch they are in. It was a spur of the moment decision, really. We felt that we owe it to them, cos they have been pouring out so much love for us in the past few months.”

In the next few weeks, Ben&Ben is set to debut the music videos of their hit songs “Fall” and “Masyado Pang Maaga”—directed by filmmakers Raymond Dacones and Jorel Lising, respectively. According to Miguel, the treatment for “Fall” represents them “as a band and the themes and moods” their art stands for, while “Masyado Pang Maaga,” depicts “a real story that most of us have found ourselves in at one point of our lives.” The talented musician-performer adds, “Both of them aim to paint a visual universe that is uniquely Ben&Ben, with whatever sabaw ideas we've come up with so far.”

As finale for the string of releases this month, Ben&Ben will be dropping the new single “Sa Susunod Na Habangbuhay” very soon. The Sindikato-managed outfit debuted a performance of the highly anticipated tune at the Samsung Awesome Concert last February 5, 2020, which trended on Twitter Philippines for several hours. “We don't want to say much about it yet, but it's our most personal, painful song so far,” says Paolo, the other half of the Benjamin brothers. “Miguel wrote and sung it, and we're playing it in our live shows. We've heard that lots of videos of the live version are going around, and we find that super cool.”

Expect more surprises from Ben&Ben after February’s wave of releases. As Paolo puts it, “everything is outward at this point, and whatever outpour of energy we give out is not because we want the love to be given back, but because ours overflows.”

Thursday, February 6, 2020










What can people use 5G for? Analysts have been studying the various use cases for the super high-speed mobile internet that 5G can deliver and have churned out reports talking of various applications like AI-powered automation of factories and driverless cars.

But there’s a fun way of using 5G, and PLDT wireless arm Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) is leveraging on their mobile games and esports market insights in driving 5G.

Athletes from the country’s first and only franchise-based esports league The Nationals joined the country’s first 5G-powered esports exhibition match held at the PLDT Headquarters in Makati City.

Armed with the latest 5G handsets, athletes from PLDT-Smart Omega and Cignal Ultra Warriors battled it out on Mobile Legends using Smart’s 5G network.

Showcased during the event were the Huawei Mate 5G, the OPPO Reno 5G and the ZTE Axion 5G handsets.

Smart is also set to deploy indoor 5G coverage to support the training grounds of various esports teams under The Nationals.

This comes at the heels of the country’s successful esports debut at the 30th Southeast Asian Games, during which the country bagged several gold medals in various esports events, including DoTA 2, Mobile Legends and StarCraft 2.

Staunch esports advocate

“We have always been a staunch supporter of this growing industry, and part of this commitment is making the best of our technologies available for the advancement of esports in the country,” said PLDT Chief Revenue Officer and Smart President and CEO Alfredo S. Panlilio.

During the SEA Games, Smart partnered with the Philippine national esports team Sibol and offered incentives for gold medalists. PLDT and Smart also mounted a special 5G showcase at New Clark City to demonstrate to Filipino sports fans the exciting new applications made possible by 5G.

"5G is very promising and I am very excited to know that it will be promising for The Nationals. The athletes would surely love the lower latency which would allow them to maximize their response times and teams will benefit from other use cases like instant download of replays and access of VODs for their reviews and strategy phases," said Darren Vitug, Commissioner of The Nationals.

5G, or fifth-generation wireless broadband technology, has the capability to deliver extremely high speeds coupled with lower latency—two factors important in delivering an enhanced gaming experience.

Lower latency delivered by Smart's current 5G network is ideal for real-time AR/VR and game applications. In the future, with the deployment of 5G standalone (5G SA), this performance will further be enhanced with ultra-reliable low-latency communication (URLLC), another key feature of 5G.

5G SA has been described as ‘pure 5G’ as it relies solely on 5G for data transmission and allows the full benefit of 5G capabilities to be tested and demonstrated. In contrast, 5G NSA (non-standalone) combines the use of 5G and existing 4G/LTE resources to transmit data.

Apart from gaming, 5G also opens up possibilities for applications in other sectors such as retail, transport, manufacturing, logistics and warehousing, for example.

5G areas and milestones

Smart fired up the country’s first 5G base stations in Makati and Pampanga in 2018, transforming Makati City and Clark Freeport Zone into the country’s first Smart 5G Cities.

Last year, Araneta City became the country’s first Smart 5G Lifestyle Hub and 5G-enabled shopping mall as it hosted the country’s first 5G indoor deployment. PLDT and Smart have also launched 5G at the Ateneo de Manila University, transforming it into the first Smart 5G campus and enabling the university’s students and tech experts to co-develop practical and relevant 5G solutions.

PLDT and Smart also launched the Smart 5G Alliance, which is envisioned as an accelerator for 5G innovations within the Philippine setting and made the first 5G Standalone (SA) video call in Southeast Asia using Nokia’s 5G SA core, radio and user equipment installed at the PLDT-Smart 5G Technolab.

PLDT has also partnered with Cisco to transform PLDT’s IP transport infrastructure into a fully automated, software-defined 5G-ready IP transport network. This highly reliable, highly scalable, software-defined next-generation infrastructure utilizing PLDT’s existing fiber network will allow PLDT to seamlessly deliver customized digital experiences to customers.

Best positioned to deploy 5G

Armed with both fixed and wireless infrastructure powered by the country’s most extensive fiber network now at over 307,000 kilometers, PLDT and Smart are best positioned to deploy 5G in the country.

In its ongoing LTE and LTE-Advanced roll-out, Smart is also deploying 5G-capable equipment, and is also upgrading its network’s Core and Transport elements, including upgrading to fiber the backhaul connecting the network’s cell sites nationwide.









Vivo is giving away some of the best Valentine’s gifts to make V-day celebrations even more memorable and romantic for loving couples.



With the Love Connects promo, those who buy participating Vivo smartphone models for themselves or their loved ones, can get the chance to win exciting prizes, including hotel staycations, cuddle bears, bouquet of flowers, movie tickets, and Vivo tumblers.



From February 8 to 22, 2020, (Feb 14-22 for Mindanao region) every purchase of Vivo Y15 (P7,999 SRP), Y17 (P9,999 SRP), Y19 (P10,999 SRP), S1 (P12,999 SRP), S1 Pro (P15,999 SRP), and V17 Pro (P21,999 SRP) at any Vivo store nationwide, will get a scratch card that will reveal either a major, minor, or consolation prize.












Ten (10) lucky customers can win an overnight stay for two (2) in selected 4-star hotels, while 30 Vivo buyers can get their hands on cuddle bears.



100 winners will receive a bouquet of flowers while 200 winners will get a pair of SM movie tickets. The Love Connects promo will also give away hundreds of Vivo tumblers which may be claimed on the day of purchase in any Vivo store.



Vivo will also give away 15 pairs of SM movie tickets and three Vivo S1 Pro smartphones to lucky participants in the Love Connects online promo who will greet their loved ones this Valentine’s season.



Those who want to join can simply share the Love Connects promo poster on their Facebook timeline with the official hashtag, #VivoLoveConnects, together with heartwarming messages addressed to their loved ones, families and friends. Winners will be announced on February 13,18, and 24, 2020.



Major and minor prizes will be delivered to the winners’ addresses. See posters and print ads for more details. Per DTI Fair Trade Permit No. FTEB- 01310 series of 2020.


Solane cooking station in Batangas Sports Complex 



Hundreds of evacuees affected by the eruption of the Taal Volcano became beneficiaries of the relief operations organized recently by top LPG solutions provider Solane. Food, cooking equipment, and Solane LPG were generously provided to evacuees who were able to use the Solane LPG cooking stations set up by volunteers from the company.




“Solane is happy to be giving back to the community in any way we can. Through this tragic incident, we saw the opportunity to step up by setting up cooking stations so we can provide hot and freshly cooked meals to as many evacuees as we can,” said Isla LPG CEO Ruben Domingo.

Solane conducted a series of relief operations in various evacuation sites. At the Batangas Sports Complex, a team of Solane volunteers put up a cooking station to offer noodles and coffee to at least 3000 estimated evacuees. At the Batangas Provincial Capitol where more than 700 evacuees stayed, the Batangas Divers Association partnered with Solane to provide LPGs for their cooking station. Meanwhile, in Barangay San Jose, Batangas, Solane donated five sets of stove and LPGs to at least 900 evacuees.



The Taal relief operation is one of the several outreach initiatives of Solane in Batangas. Solane also regularly holds community drives such as barangay health initiatives, sports tournaments to promote a healthier lifestyle and good camaraderie, and Balik Eskwela to provide educational materials and school equipment to public schools.


Wednesday, February 5, 2020

The long-running pop culture festival will feature collegiate and open esports competitions, educational activities like workshops and panel, cosplay, game developer and tech exhibitors, special guests, and more. 

ILOILO, Philippines - ISC Events, in partnership with Globe Telecom, is beyond thrilled to announce CONQuest Festival, scheduled for July 4 - 5 at the Iloilo Convention Center.
Going even stronger in its fourth consecutive year, CONQuest Festival is the largest enthusiast event in the country. Year after year, CONQuest has brought together different pop culture communities - such as gaming, anime, comics, technology, vlogging - for a weekend full of fun and learning. Compared to other conventions, CONQuest emphasizes education and community development as its core tenets.
Enabled by the partnership with Globe Telecom and the resounding success of the convention in the last year, ISC Events aims to take CONQuest to the next level with new attractions and high-profile guests for the projected 12,500 attendees of all fandoms. This includes:
  • The much-awaited national finals of the Esports AcadArena collegiate league for League of Legends and Dota 2
  • The Iloilo Gaming Open featuring open tournaments for hit titles such as NBA2K, Mobile Legends, Tekken, and more
  • The Brand and Tech Expo where attendees and guests get to try out the latest tech from presenting brands
  • A Student-Streamer Showdown where 16 student leaders are paired up with 16 of the hottest streamers and influencers competing for charity
  • Cosplay Clash - where cosplayers bring gaming, anime and comics come to life in CONQuest 
  • Indie Arena - a dedicated space where indie developers to showcase their craft for the general public to try out and explore
  • QuestTalks - a series of industry panels and workshops by resource speakers from digital media industry leaders across the world 
  • A Retro Arcade giving attendees a blast from the past with dope gaming tech from the 80’s, 90’s, and 2000’s.
Several high-profile members of the enthusiasts media industry will be present to host educational panels, performances, and fanmeets. This includes top streamers and vloggers such as Riku, Shin Boo, Suzzysaur and Buunja. World-class artists, cosplayers, and industry leaders will also be in attendance to add further value to the event, such as Aeonix, Little Things PH, and Hunghang.
"Every year the event just gets bigger and bigger beyond our expectations” said A. Frederick Sansait, Operations Manager, ISC Events and Media. “We’re thrilled to partner up with Globe again this year and we can’t wait to welcome the entire gaming and pop-culture community back here in Iloilo to experience the amazing convention".
Tickets and more information can be found here: fb.com/CONQuestPHL/, bit.ly/CQ2020BuyOnline

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