New Year, New Beer. Be it people or places, tastes or trends, experiences with new things are always fun and exciting. San Miguel Brewery Inc. (SMB) brings the same refreshing energy to start 2026 through its newest brew, San Miguel Mango Yuzu. Brewed for drinkers looking for new flavors and feels, San Miguel Mango Yuzu with 5% alcohol by volume …
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‘Tatak ng Tapang, Tatak Ginebra’ honors the battle scars of real-life courage
Ginebra San Miguel, the world’s largest-selling gin, raises the bar in brand storytelling with its newest campaign, “Tatak ng Tapang, Tatak Ginebra.” An evolution of its long-standing celebration of Filipino courage, the campaign shifts the spotlight to real people—four individuals whose strength is etched in the scars they carry. Launched digitally on December 31, 2025, the campaign marks a meaningful departure …
Read More »GMA Network hosts grand thanksgiving and New Year celebration with Kapuso Countdown to 2026
As a heartfelt ‘thank you’ to Kapuso fans for their unwavering love and support throughout the year, GMA Network is set to welcome the New Year in grand fashion with “Kapuso Countdown to 2026,” a star-studded thanksgiving celebration happening this December 31. Taking place at the SM Mall of Asia Seaside Boulevard, the much-anticipated event brings together some of the …
Read More »Purple Hearts Foundation Brings Joy Through Year-End Gift-Giving
The Purple Hearts Foundation successfully conducted its year-end outreach, “Purple Hearts Foundation Gives Back,” at Kryzl Farmland, where 150 households from nearby barangays were blessed with assistance, joy, and meaningful fellowship. Each household was represented by the entire family—parents and children—reflecting the Foundation’s belief that the true spirit of giving is best felt when families are together. The initiative was …
Read More »‘Pasko in America 2025,’ a Filipino Christmas in the USA
On December 6, Pasko in America 2025 filled American Dream in East Rutherford, NJ with the warmth and joy of a Filipino Christmas, welcoming around 6,000 families and holiday shoppers across three levels of the mall. Presented by Philippine Fiesta USA, Inc., the event transformed the venue into a festive Filipino village with parols, performances, community groups, and holiday traditions …
Read More »Lipa City listed among 60 Dream Holidays Around the World
PASSERBYBy Nestor Cuartero Lipa City makes it among 60 dream vacation spots worldwide as listed in a heavy coffee table book, weighing over 1 kilogram, published recently. The 464-page book, 60 Dream Holidays Around the World by Philippine Star travel writer, Christine Dayrit, was launched December 15 at the Cultural Center of Lipa City downtown. The afternoon was a vibrant …
Read More »Vice, Ion model Belle Dolls
Seven years is a long, long time. So goes an old love song. Couple Vice Ganda and Ion Perez celebrate their seventh anniversary this year with a milestone endorsement. They have just become the newest models of Belle Dolls, a line of healthy drinks under Beautederm. During a media launch November 17 in Quezon City, Vice and Ion seemed like they …
Read More »Fil-Am artist Celesst Mar on music and self-discovery
By Isabella Cuartero Filipino American (Fil-Am) singer-songwriter CelesstMar, born and raised in Honolulu, Hawai’i, is making waves with her soulful sound. During her Listening Party in Quezon City, December 10, Celesst described her music as mostly R&B, blended with touches of alternative and pop. Her upcoming album, “Fawn,” features ten tracks and explores the concept of fawning: “trying to appease somebody you’re in a …
Read More »PlayTime CARES Partners with Alagang Kapatid Foundation
PlayTime CARES, the corporate social responsibility arm of PlayTime Entertainment, continues to deepen its partnership with Alagang Kapatid Foundation, Inc. (AKFI), the social development and humanitarian outreach arm of TV5 Network Inc. This alliance reflects a deep commitment to meaningful progress as PlayTime Entertainment transforms into a full-fledged entertainment powerhouse. Rooted in a shared passion for service and empowerment, the collaboration leverages PlayTime CARES’ expanding initiatives and dedication to long-term, transformative …
Read More »Pasko in America 2025 Brings the Spirit of Filipino Christmas to American Dream
On December 6, Pasko in America 2025 filled American Dream in East Rutherford, NJ with the warmth and joy of a Filipino Christmas, welcoming around 6,000 families and holiday shoppers across three levels of the mall. Presented by Philippine Fiesta USA, Inc., the event transformed the venue into a festive Filipino village with parols, performances, community groups, and holiday traditions …
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