Entertainment

Carousell, one of the world’s largest and fastest-growing mobile classifieds apps, was launched in the Philippines recently with a thought-provoking discussion on preloved items going mobile in Asia-Pacific countries. 

Ever wanted to take your Apple device to the great outdoors, but can’t, lest you risk it being broken? Or to the beach, but didn’t want to be bothered by plastic pouches or bulky dry bags? With the award-winning cases from global brand Catalyst now available at Power Mac Center, you can go on whatever adventure you want without worrying …

By Alvin I. Dacanay If you own a small enterprise or just formed a non-profit group, you must have thought about where its office should be. But this begs the question: Does your business or organization have enough resources, human and otherwise, to fully operate and maintain it in your favored location?

The last five years has shown a significant increase in Filipino drinkers’ awareness of and interest in whisky and single-malt spirits. Whisky and cocktail bars have become increasingly popular that Whisky Live, the biggest whisky-tasting and sampling event of the year, arrives in Manila at the Grand Ballroom of Shangri-La Hotel at The Fort on October 28 and 29.

As darkness shrouds our surroundings on Halloween, why not reward yourself with mysterious delights that you can enjoy with your family and friends? Let Richmonde Hotel Ortigas turn your Halloween chills into cozy and fun thrills.

By Alvin I. Dacanay A little over a year after it debuted to great acclaim at the 3rd QCinema International Film Festival, Mario Cornejo and Monster Jimenez’s surfing drama Apocalypse Child is set to open in select cinemas nationwide on October 26.

The Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP) celebrated last week the historic victories scored by Filipino movies in international film festivals this year with an event that gathered the country’s top film talents and saw the formal announcement of a travel-assistance program for filmmakers whose works are picked to participate in such festivals.

For many years now, comedian and television host Vic “Bossing” Sotto has served as the trusted champion of countless products, ranging from homecare items to local beverages. His charisma and character, both on- and off-camera, have made him, and the corporations behind the products he endorses, very credible among consumers.

Jollibee, the Philippines’ leading fast-food brand, honored a new batch of outstanding Filipino families with admirable advocacies at the 6th Jollibee Family Values Awards’ (JFVA) Gabi ng Parangal para sa Pamilyang Pilipino, which was held recently at the Makati Shangri-La Manila hotel.

Having a snack with your family is definitely more enjoyable with the cheesy goodness of classic Red Ribbon ensaimadas. That’s why they have been a favorite treat for the young and young-at-heart.