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DigiPlus Interactive and its social development arm, BingoPlus Foundation, have officially launched the Pusta de Peligro Responsible Gaming campaign with the premiere of three compelling short films. Held at Gateway Cinema, the event highlighted DigiPlus’ steadfast commitment to responsible gaming, advocating for prevention, education, and intervention to ensure that gaming remains a safe and enjoyable form of entertainment. At the …

Excitement for Love, Sessionistas: A Pre-Valentine Concert, has been nothing short of extraordinary. With all tickets for the February 8, 2025 show officially sold out, the Sessionistas are adding a Day 2 show on April 4, 2025, at The Theatre at Solaire. Prepare for another night filled with music, nostalgia, and heartfelt performances from Ice Seguerra, Nyoy Volante, Sitti, Duncan …

The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) has completed another segment of the Cantilan-Madrid Bypass Road Project to provide a vital alternate route and ease traffic congestion along the Surigao-Davao Coastal Road (SDCR) in the municipality of Cantilan, Surigao del Sur. DPWH Secretary Manuel M. Bonoan, citing a report from DPWH Region XIII OIC-Director Alex B. Ramos, said that …

The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH)    has completed more segments of the ongoing Junction Nato-Sabang Coastal Road Project, extending the picturesque coastal road in the municipalities of San Jose and Sagñay, Camarines Sur. DPWH Secretary Manuel M. Bonoan cited  a report from DPWH Region 5 Director Virgilio C. Eduarte, who said that six  parts of the coastal road …

Maynilad Water Services Inc. is again pouring in massive investments this year as it pipelines more than P30 billion for capital expenditures. “For this year, we’re looking at anywhere from P30 billion to above P30 billion,” Maynilad president and CEO Ramoncito Fernandez said. He noted the budget would be used primarily for the company’s water and wastewater projects as well …

Brown Company Inc., the holding company of businessman Walter Brown, has approved a joint venture agreement (JVA) with the Provincial Government of Misamis Oriental for a P2.5 billion redevelopment of the provincial capitol compound. The Misamis Oriental Capitol Compound Development Project will transform part of the compound into a mixed-use complex, featuring office spaces, a commercial center, a high-rise multipurpose …

The Department of Public Works and Highways 1st District Engineering Office has completed the Sustainable Infrastructure Alleviating Gaps (SIPAG) construction project of a road in Barangay Tawagan Norte, Labangan, Zamboanga del Sur. The 2.288-kilometer project, with an allocation of P20 million, features a road thickness of 0.23 meters and a width of 2.5 meters on each side. The project provides …

The Metro Manila Development Authority (MMDA) has finally spoken and issued its official statement, primarily, on the box-office results of the recently concluded 2024 Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) through its publicity division. The MMDA is the organizing force of the annual fiesta of Philippine films since the mid-70s, which was initially shown in mid-year, say June, but eventually moved …

By Boy Villasanta It’s clever of actress and producer Rebecca Chuaunsu to have thought, achieved and implemented the showing of the prizewinning “Her Locket” in cinemas nationwide to signal the coming of the Year of the Wooden Snake of the Chinese New Year this week. On January 29, 2025, the most awaited Lunar year of the Chinese will still witness …

The Japanese Film Festival (JFF) is returning once again to Philippine theaters this February 2025. Rolling into cinemas in Manila, Baguio, Iloilo, Cebu, and Davao, JFF is back with a fresh lineup of amazing Japanese movies. Presented by the Japan Foundation, Manila, JFF was launched in 1997 and has grown to become one of the most anticipated film festivals in …