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AirAsia MOVE (MOVE) is making it easier for travelers to plan trips around live events with a new offering that brings flights and official event tickets together in a single booking. The event + flights bundle debuts with Djakarta Warehouse Project (DWP) 2026, one of Southeast Asia’s biggest electronic dance music festivals, giving fans a more seamless and better-value way to plan their journey to the event. Powered by MOVETIX, MOVE’s dedicated event platform, the bundle also helps event organizers reach high-intent audiences beyond their home markets, connecting their events with travelers who are actively planning trips around live event experiences. From concerts and festivals to sporting events and cultural experiences, live events are increasingly becoming a reason for people to travel, creating new opportunities for cross-border tourism across the region. This bundle is designed to make these event-led journeys easier to plan while offering travelers better value and more reason...

Julia Barretto and Maris Racal are back, and they’re taking getting more of your money to a whole new level. In their last Maya video, the two showed what it feels like to earn interest daily on your savings. Now, they turn their attention to everyday spending, with a new face-off over something they both want to claim. This time, they go head-to-head over 1% cashback when you pay with your Maya Card, making it something neither of them is willing to give up. The result is an all-out, wildly entertaining showdown built around one simple idea: if there’s value to be claimed from money you’re already spending, why leave it behind? That mindset hits especially close to home today. Filipinos want more out of their money, and we’re becoming more conscious of where it goes and what we get in return—comparing prices, waiting for sales, looking for deals, and finding ways to make everyday spending go further. Cashback taps into that same instinct. And Julia and Maris take it to an entertaining...

The Film Academy of the Philippines (FAP) has postponed its announcement of the Philippines’ official entry to the 99th Academy Awards (2027 Oscars). The National Selection Committee is still deliberating on the submitted films and has decided to take more time to complete its evaluation and finalize its recommendation. Recognizing the importance of representing Philippine cinema internationally, the Film Academy affirms that the selection process deserves thorough time and consideration. The FAP will announce the new date for the official entry once the selection process is complete. Eight films are in contention to become the Philippines’ official entry to the Best International Feature Film category of the 99th Academy Awards.  The Film Academy announced the local submissions for consideration on June 18 during its Byaheng Oscars press conference. The contenders are Carl Joseph Papa’s 58th; Jade Castro’s All the Things I Leave You (Patawid); Rafael Manuel’s Filipiñana; Sigrid An...

The Favis family issued an official statement on September 3, 2026, about the incident involving Rodrigo Favis, who was serving under Jebsen PTC in the Strait of Hormuz on August 31. The full statement issued in Pilipino: Ang pamilya ni RODRIGO FAVIS, isang Pilipinong seafarer na nakatalaga sa ilalim ng manning agency na Jebsen PTC, ay opisyal na naglalabas ng pahayag na ito upang hilingin ang mabilis, makatarungan, at transparent na imbestigasyon ukol sa kanyang kalagayan at sa totoong nangyari sa kanyang barko. Ayon sa paunang impormasyon, noong Lunes, Agosto 31, 2026, nagkaroon ng matinding insidente sa barkong kinabibilangan ni Rodrigo Favis. Sa kabila ng orihinal na kasunduan na ang rota ng barko ay sa Europa lamang, nalaman lamang ng biktima sa pamamagitan ng kanyang mga kasamahan sa barko at hindi mula sa opisyal na abiso ng kumpanya na sila ay dadaan sa Strait of Hormuz (isang itinuturing na High Risk Area / War Risk Zone). Hanggang sa kasalukuyan: * Wala pang natatanggap ang p...

  TGIFridays has announced that its newest branch at Uptown Mall in BGC is now open! It’s where good food, great energy, and warm hospitality come together. Following successful expansions in Laoag, La Union, and Iloilo City, TGIFridays continues its growth momentum with this vibrant location. Designed to make every day feel like a Friday, the branch promises fun vibes for every occasion—from quick solo lunch runs to group feasting over signature shareable platters and crowd-favorite dishes. Get your TGIFriday’s fix every day with the All Yours All Day Menu Season 4. Starting at just ₱375, snag your choice of a starter, an entrée, and a refreshing drink. They are big on flavor and huge on value, packed with total satisfaction. Beyond these daily steals, you can always count on the iconic, craveable bestsellers. Dig into fall-off-the-bone Signature Whiskey-Glazed Baby Back Ribs, take on the fun challenge of stretching the signature Fried Mozzarella, or chow down on a hearty burger....

  Global AI device provider HONOR Philippines celebrates a new milestone: the HONOR Magic V6 has been named EISA Foldable Smartphone 2026-2027 by the Expert Imaging and Sound Association (EISA), recognizing its impressive combination of performance, endurance, and durability. The recognition highlights the HONOR Magic V6’s 3nm Snapdragon® 8 Elite Gen 5 Mobile Platform, up to 16GB of RAM, 120Hz AMOLED displays, and 6,660mAh Silicon-Carbon Battery with 80W wired and 66W wireless charging. EISA also recognized the device’s IP68 and IP69 certifications, calling it an impressive step forward for foldable durability and endurance. “We are honored to have the HONOR Magic V6 recognized by EISA, especially for the durability and endurance that we worked hard to bring to the foldable category,” said Stephen Cheng, Vice President of HONOR Philippines. “This recognition validates our efforts to push foldable technology further and reflects our commitment to delivering premium, meaningful innov...