Bituin, Radha and Frenchie are the newest endorsers of SM Women Plus

SM Woman Plus makes a fashion statement for every woman to be able to embrace and love their bodies.

What does Bituin Escalante, Radha and Frenchie Dy have in common is their voluptuous yet sexy body wherein they are the newest endorsers of SM Women Plus.

Radha Cuadrado, Bituin Escalante, and Frenchie Dy wearing

their favorite SM Woman pieces

Flaunting the most trend-driven and size-inclusive designs yet, tune into a state of body positivity with Radha, Frenchie Dy, and Bituin Escalante as they dominate the airwaves while donning chic designs that satisfy every wardrobe want.

Radha Cuadrado’s chic casual look with SM Woman

 Bituin Escalante looking fierce with SM Woman

Frenchie Dy’s date night look using SM Woman fashion

The state of fashion has greatly evolved over the last few years. Women are no longer constrained to fashion’s rules because they are as diverse as their talent and skills. Women are now more free to express themselves and proudly wear whatever they please.

SM Woman Plus makes a fashion statement for every woman to be able to embrace and love their bodies. Offering maximal impact for those looking to add a punch to their wardrobes, SM Woman selected three confident, beautiful, fun, and passionate women who aren’t afraid of powering through the sartorial norm.

For more information visit their Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/SMWomanPlus/ and their Instagram page https://www.instagram.com/SMWomanPlus/.

Celebrate Furry at FurryPinas 2018

FurryPinas 2018 will be the first ever furry convention open to the public, after its first event in 2014. Holding the record as being the first furry convention in Southeast Asia, FurryPinas is the official and only furry convention in the Philippines.

Do you know what a Furry is?  Well, if you have seen movies like Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Zootopia, The Lion King, shows such as My Little Pony, or anime such as Pokemon then you might have an idea. FurryPinas 2018, happening on May 19-20 at the SMX Convention Center, is a celebration of everything furry. The convention’s vision is to serve as the annual hub for furry or anthropomorphic media.

What is the Furry Hobby?

Furry is not only a fandom but also a hobby.  If you enjoy looking at personified animals in different forms of media be it movies, TV shows, anime, comics, etc., then you are part of the Furry hobby. Some examples of animal characters would include famous characters like Mickey Mouse, Bugs Bunny, Woody Woodpecker, and many more.

Most of the communities involved in the Furry Hobby had been established long ago.  Take for example Sylvanian Families, one of the most popular toys in the market which has existed since 1985. Made by the Japanese gaming company Epoch in 1985, Sylvanian Family is a collection of anthropomorphic animal figurines and model sets. Distributed around the world, they have become so popular that there is a growing community here in the Philippines, one that remains strong to this day.

Other communities such as a fanbase for Pokemon have been very lively since the countless adorable critters have been popping out not only in our gaming consoles but also in our phones, in the form of Pokemon Go. It is not uncommon to see someone throwing virtual Pokeballs at a virtual Pokemon while walking.

Why would you attend FurryPinas 2018?

It is one of the most unique conventions happening this 2018. If you will be attending, then you are among the first to experience this one of a kind event.  Despite being such a unique event, the tickets are also affordable with the basic entry level ticket costing at Php 115 inclusive of a lanyard and a con ID badge (early bird). 

That’s not all! Anyone who purchases a ticket will surely get freebies during the event.  FurryPinas 2018 recognizes everyone who supports the event, no matter the type of ticket they buy, but do remember that greater freebies are in store for those who want more.

If you are an artist, designer, cosplayer, a fan of movies, shows, toys, and other content featuring anthro or humanized animals then you would not want to miss this.  This event will bring you various activities and features which you will surely love!

What happens at FurryPinas 2018?

FurryPinas 2018 brings two huge guests in the Furry Hobby.  First is Pocari Roo, an Australian furry fan and full-time YouTuber with over 100 videos on her channel and over 50,000 subscribers. She is primarily known for her Youtube channel where she does vlogs, music videos, how-tos, Q&As, and more, with a family-friendly rating and a primary focus on being positive, entertaining, and helpful.

Bapogichi is also guesting at FurryPinas 2018.  A fan of the furry hobby with over 40,000 followers, Bapogichi is a popular illustrator known for his various fanart of anime, webcomics, cartoons, and video games. Bapogichi is one of the moderators of the popular Buhay Kolehiyo that features personified versions of different universities in the Philippines.

Of course, the event reserves tons of interactive activities for all attendees, including talks and seminars relating to the Furry Hobby, an area to play different video games from retro to modern games and tabletop games, various contests on and off the stage, and dances and performances, among others.

One highlight of FurryPinas 2018 includes the Furry Rave Party, happening at the very end of the con, which is a celebration for all Furry Hobbyist to enjoy. Also, don’t forget the dealer's den, tavern area, carnival area, and many more!

Not convinced yet?  Then, why not head on and watch this video to know more about FurryPinas 2018 - http://bit.ly/furrypinas2018. (Press Note: For ONLINE MEDIA please embed the video on your site if possible.)

You can also visit their website at www.furrypinas.com or like them on Facebook at www.facebook.com/FurryPinas. 

So mark your calendars on May 19-20, and let’s all go to FurryPinas 2018!

RJ Agustin is now a talent of ABS-CBN owned recording company, Star Music.

“Nasa dugo ko talaga ang pagiging artist. Gusto ko maging boses ng mga nasaktan sa love pero positive and hopeful pa din sa huli.” ~Singer, recording artist and actor RJ Agustin

Last January 24, 2018, is a remarkable day for singer, recording artist and actor RJ Agustin. He signed an exclusive contract for a top music label, Star Music Philippines. He is one of the artists who will be managed by the said recording label giant this 2018.

RJ Agustin began singing at a young age but initially pursued acting in films and television as he is also the son of 80s director Arturo “Boy” San Agustin who directed Robin Padilla and FPJ back in the days. RJ appeared in films like the award-winning Cinemalaya film 1st Ko Si 3rd and in the 2016 MMFF film Kabisera where he played Nora Aunor’s son. For RJ, singing is more than a hobby, it is his passion. He began his singing career in out-of-town and bar gigs.

He is a young singer with a passionate heart – lots of it – something hoarded from past experiences but he insists that this does not stop him from having a positive outlook on life and love.  This, he feels, will translate in his music. Indeed his fans call him the male voice of the millennials, both soulful and hopeful. 

This is why RJ was overjoyed when Star Music head Roxy Liquigan and Jonathan Manalo met with him and made him a part of their recording label.

RJ is looking forward to a bright future with Star Music Philippines. RJ Agustin is managed by FAM or Firestarters Artists Management.

With AXA the Bb. Pilipinas 2018 candidates are now ready to face the future

Bb. Pilipinas 2018 candidates with (L-R) Charter Ping An head of commercial underwriting Edwin Salvan, head of partnership Emmanuel Que, AXA Philippines chief of commercial business Ninoy Rollan, Charter Ping An director Robert Yu, and AXA chief of retail proposition Alok Roongta

AXA Philippines chief of retail propositions Alok Roongta, chief of commercial business Ninoy Rollan, Charter Ping An director Robert Yu, head of partnership Emmanuel Que; and head of commercial underwriting Edwin Salvan greeted the candidates. 

AXA Philippines chief of commercial business Ninoy Rollan and Michele Gumabao

Sarah Margarette Joson and AXA chief of retail proposition Alok Roongta

The lovely candidates of Binibining Pilipinas 2018 graced the headquarters of AXA Philippines, the leading global insurer, and its non-life insurance subsidiary, Charter Ping An and turned on the charm as they were warmly welcomed by the top executives.

Karen Gallman, Charter Ping An head of commercial underwriting Edwin Salvan, and head of partnership Emmanuel Que

Charter Ping An corporate planning head Dianne Ty, Henna Kaizelle Cajandig, and AXA General Insurance chief technical officer Peili Zhang

As part of AXA’s thrust to empower people to live better lives, the 40 Binibinis were given a brief financial literacy talk. At the event, the beauties also received their insurance coverage and can now enjoy personal accident, medical reimbursement, and travel insurance benefits. 

Charter Ping An director Robert Yu and Stephanie Joy Abellanida

Angelica Corbe, AXA Philippines brand marketing and communications director Donna Marcelo, and Ena Velasco

For ten years now, Charter Ping An, a subsidiary of AXA, has been the official insurance provider of the prestigious beauty pageant, providing the lovely candidates with full personal accident insurance coverage for the duration of the competition. 

Athletics for Tanduay Locked In for Grassroots Basketball

“When we formed Tanduay Athletics, we had grassroots youth development as one of its major thrusts. We believe we can give equal opportunities to aspiring basketball talents from the cities and the regions through MPBL. We put our hope in the next generation to make better their lives and become useful to society. To give meaning to words, we support avenues that will enable them like the MPBL and Batangas is close to home. That makes this endeavor special and worthwhile. We have a very encouraging start with the strong performance of the team. We hope to continue the momentum. But in every league or sport we support, what’s important is how we are making a difference in the lives of the athletes. How they develop as individuals and how they will continue to inspire a nation as an athlete like Manny Pacquiao is why we are here to support.” ~Lucio “Bong” Tan, Jr., President of Tanduay Distillers Inc.

Mr. Lucio “Bong” Tan, Jr. is taking his support to grassroots sports a step further as he goes on the full offensive for Batangas Tanduay Athletics in the new Maharlika Pilipinas Basketball League (MPBL). Tan, whose passion for basketball was cultivated in childhood, believes he saw a formidable ally in MPBL founder Sen. Manuel Pacquiao in providing opportunities for local talents from the regions to advance their basketball dreams.

The MPBL features teams that represent a province, city or municipality in a home-and-away setup, where players get to play in front of hometown fans. Each team is required to have at least three players that are homegrown to the area they represent.

Aside from Batangas Tanduay Athletics, other teams playing for the MPBL include Bataan Defenders, Bulacan Kuyas, Valenzuela Classic, Marikina Athletics, Caloocan Supremos, Navotas Redcore, and Muntinlupa.

Tanduay Distillers’ alcohol refinery Absolut Distillers Inc. has been operating for 26 years in Lian, Batangas. It is one of the country’s most advanced distilleries that has received multiple local and international awards for operating on zero waste and employing green practices.

The Batangas-Tanduay Athletics had an early win during a match with Valenzuela Classic and Bataan Defenders as former Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) players Val Acuna and Lester Alvarez lead the way for the new team.

MPBL games air every Tuesday, Thursday, and ‪Saturday from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m in ABS-CBN Sports and Action. ‬‬

Tanduay Distillers Inc. is a member of the LT Group of Companies. Tanduay is the Philippines’ top rhum maker, which is also distributed in Asia and the United States, among other countries in the world. Likewise, the company produces spirits, wines, brandies, gins, and vodka. We are a registered company in the Philippine stock exchange as a subsidiary of Tanduay Holdings Inc.

OVP make livelihood opportunities accessible

(In photo, L to R): Vice Presidential Spokesperson and Head, Anti-Poverty Advocacies and Programs Unit Georgina Hernandez-Yang; Vice President of the Philippines Leni Robredo; JobStreet.com Philippines Country Marketing Manager Cielo Javier; and JobStreet.com Manager for Special Projects Christine R. Sevilla. (Seated, L to R): Undersecretary Philip Dy and JobStreet.com Country Manager Philip Gioca.

JobStreet.com Philippines and the Office of the Vice President (OVP) signed a memorandum of agreement (MOA), forging a partnership with the #AngatBuhay program. The partnership strengthens both parties’ resolve in making employment and livelihood opportunities more accessible to the Angat Buhay program's focus communities. Angat Buhay is the flagship anti-poverty program of Vice President Leni Robredo. 

THE PICTURE THIS FESTIVAL FOR THE PLANET TO SHOWCASE EMERGING FILMMAKERS

SUBMISSIONS FOR FILMS TO PROMOTE SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT OPEN JANUARY 30. Judges Include “The Blacklist Star” and Environmental Advocate Megan Boone

Sony Pictures Television Networks (SPTN), in partnership with the United Nations Foundation, today announced the opening of the Picture This Festival for the Planet (www.sonypicturethis.com), a short-film competition for emerging filmmakers, everyday storytellers and changemakers worldwide to showcase the positive future they see for our planet. Starting today, people from over 70 countries around the world are invited to submit videos between one and eight minutes in length inspired by the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), a set of global goals agreed upon by all 193 member states of the United Nations to end poverty, protect the planet and promote prosperity for all.

Andy Kaplan, President, Sony Pictures Television Networks, said: “At Sony, we are proud champions of the intersection between storytelling and innovation and are incredibly excited to spearhead Picture This. With the support of the United Nations Foundation and our other partners, we look forward to elevating and amplifying these important development goals through the voices of emerging creatives and acknowledge their good work in a meaningful way.”

Partners in this year's festival are: the United Nations Foundation, the United Nations Association of the United States of America, WeTransfer, Sony World Photography Awards, Sony Alpha Universe, the Environmental Media Association and leaders and environmental visionaries from around the globe. SPTN launched a similar contest in 2016 across its channel portfolio worldwide, including its flagship brands in Asia, AXN, Sony Channel, GEM, ONE and Animax and those same channels will participate in this year’s festival.

In addition to Kaplan, the list of celebrity advocates and industry leaders who will judge film submissions includes: Megan Boone, environmental advocate and actress from the hit TV series “The Blacklist,”; Elizabeth Cousens, Deputy Chief Executive Officer, United Nations Foundation; Marie Jacobson, EVP Programming & Production, Sony Pictures Television Networks; Tom Bernard & Michael Barker, Co-Presidents, Sony Pictures Classics; Mr. N.P. Singh, MD & CEO, Sony Pictures Networks India; Glenn Gainor, President of Physical Production, Screen Gems; Debbie Levin, President & CEO, Environmental Media Association; and Damian Bradfield, President and Chief Marketing Officer, WeTransfer. Elizabeth Cousens, Deputy CEO of the United Nations Foundation, said: “The Picture This Festival for the Planet is an innovative new platform to connect global audiences to what is happening on the ground as people put the SDGs into action in their daily lives. The United Nations Foundation appreciates Sony’s deep commitment to sustainability and its willingness to leverage its creativity and reach to bring the SDGs to new audiences. By celebrating individual stories of people around the world actively working to protect people and planet, Picture This will help inspire others to join the effort to realize these ambitious – and achievable – goals."

In mid-2018, eight (8) regional winners will be flown to Los Angeles to attend the Picture This Festival for the Planet for a day of networking and training alongside industry leaders and social impact partners at the Sony Pictures Studio lot, followed by a screening of the regional winners’ films. Regional winners will receive airfare and accommodations for two nights in Los Angeles, along with a Sony RX0 Camera and a one year WeTransfer Plus account, with the grand prize winner honored with a Sony A6500 camera and a SEL1670 lens. In Asia, the first 100 successful entries will receive a one-year WeTransfer Plus account worth US$120 each.

The Picture This Festival for the Planet is Sony Pictures Entertainment’s latest project to bring awareness to the SDGs. In 2016, the United Nations and SPE launched Angry Birds for a Happy Planet, a global youth outreach campaign that leveraged online and social media platforms to encourage action to protect the planet and fight climate change. Centered on the Sustainable Development Goal #13 – to take urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts, the campaign featured Red and other characters of The Angry Birds Movie. In 2017, supported by the cast of the Smurfs: The Lost Village, audiences were encouraged to join “Team Smurfs” for the “Small Smurfs Big Goals” campaign that inspired everyone to learn about and support the 17 Sustainable Development Goals.

Submissions for the Picture This Festival for the Planet will open January 30 and close April 30, 2018. The contest will be open to entrants from select countries worldwide. Please visit sonypicturethis.com for more information and to enter for free. You can follow the Picture This Festival @SPTPictureThis on social media on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook.

Visit Sony Pictures Television Networks Asia channels on Facebook for the latest news - AXN Asia - @AXNPhilippines Sony Channel - @SonyChannelPH GEM - @GEMtvasia Animax - @PhilippinesAnimax

About Sony Pictures Television Networks
Sony Pictures Television Networks operates branded entertainment channels reaching nearly two billion subscribers around the world. Based in Culver City, Amsterdam, Budapest, London, Madrid, Miami, Milan, Moscow, Mumbai, Munich, Singapore and Tokyo, Sony’s linear and digital networks offer high quality film and television content from Sony Pictures and third-parties, as well as original content commissioned globally and locally. Sony Pictures Television Networks is a division of Sony Pictures Television Inc., a Sony Pictures Entertainment company.

About United Nations Foundation
The United Nations Foundation builds public-private partnerships to address the world’s most pressing problems, and broadens support for the United Nations through advocacy and public outreach. Through innovative campaigns and initiatives, the Foundation connects people, ideas, and resources to help the UN solve global problems. The Foundation was created in 1998 as a U.S. public charity by entrepreneur and philanthropist Ted Turner and now is supported by philanthropic, corporate, government, and individual donors. Learn more at:http://www.unfoundation.org.

About WeTransfer
WeTransfer is the simplest way to send your files around the world. Every month, well over 40 million active users transfer over one billion files. The service is all about making the creative process effortless, for everyone. Since 2009 we have been showcasing amazing creative work on WeTransfer with gratis advertising for musicians, photographers, and artists, giving away over five billion pages a year. We also offer financial grants, tech support and promotion to help creatives tell the stories that matter to them and bring relevant cultural projects to life. Above all, we hope these stories encourage other people to make something new themselves. Because inspiration means more when you do something with it.www.wetransfer.com.

About Environmental Media Association
The Environmental Media Association (EMA) is a Non-Profit 501(c)3 organization founded in 1989 to inspire solutions for the environment through our impact in media and pop culture. The organization has grown into a diverse subsection of entertainment industry tastemakers, entrepreneurs in finance and technology, and green icons dedicated to the mission of promoting environmental progress and innovations through celebrity role modeling, campaign work, year-round programs and our two large scale annual events, The EMA Awards and the EMA Impact Summit. EMA serves as a valuable link between the world of media and the environmental community. To find out more about our programs and events visit us atwww.green4ema.org.

Home Credit Offers OPPO A83 the best value smartphone at 0% interest rate

“Our OPPO A83 brings the best value any smartphone user can ever have – at an affordable price of Php9,990.00, the A83 offers the latest 18:9 Full Screen, a powerful processor, facial unlock, and the famous A.I. Beauty Technology for natural-looking selfies. For less than ten thousand pesos, we are confident that the A83 will surely make a mark in the entry-mid range smartphone market.” ~Eason de Guzman, OPPO Philippines’ Public Relations Manager

So what do you get by “best value” below 10k?  OPPO A83 features a 5.7-inch HD+ full-screen display.  It runs on a 3GB RAM and—like the famous F5 series—it has a powerful 2.5GHz octa-core processor which is perfect for multitaskers.  Imagine how well this combo can keep up with your performance!

OPPO competes again in the entry-mid range category with its fourth member of the A.I. Beauty family, the A83.  Welcoming 2018 with a new model, OPPO once again surprises us with its low-budget, high-performing smartphone.  A83, which was officially launched this January, is now available in OPPO stores nationwide.

OPPO users will be amazed at just how much this Php 9,990.00-priced smartphone can do – and with Home Credit’s 0% interest rate promo until April 30, 2018, you can get your hands on an A83 in 6-month installments!  No need for a credit card if you have none.  Simply approach a Home Credit sales associate from any participating store and submit your filled-out application form, together with your two (2) valid IDs.  It only takes 20 minutes of your time, then voila – an OPPO A83 in your hands!

Designed delicately to fit the palm of your hand, A83 is easy to carry around – which makes it a suitable personal companion for those who like to keep everything in one little device.  With its snappy performance, it can effortlessly handle the latest games in the market, giving you the entertainment you deserve.  All in one slim device.

OPPO takes pride in its A.I. Beauty technology – and A83, being one of the phones who live up to its Selfie Expert handle, stays true to its promise to deliver natural-looking selfies.  The 8MP front camera that can recognize more than 200 faces can perfectly capture personalized self-portraits without the hassle of adjusting camera settings.

More than just games and selfies, A83 also values your privacy and security.  The speedy Facial Unlock will keep your phone secured, and only your unique facial features can grant you access whenever you need it.  On top of all that, A83 can last up to 13.5 hours of normal usage, giving you an all-day dependable smartphone experience.

If you’re still curious about how the best value smartphone fits a low price, get your hands on an OPPO A83 for only Php9,990 in all OPPO stores.  Or try Home Credit’s 6-month installment until April 30 – at 0% interest rate!

You may visit www.homecredit.ph for more information on Home Credit’s promos for OPPO, store locations, and loans.

COLOR MANILA’s CM BLACKLIGHT RUN TO BE HELD AT MCKINLEY WEST ON FEBRUARY 24

“We are happy to be working once again with Brother for the CM Blacklight Run.  Night runs are perfect for people who are working and need cap their week with a bit of a workout, which they can do with their family and friends.  It will also be held at McKinley West, so those who just stay at BGC, Makati, Pasay, or other parts of the Metro, can just easily join the event. Participants can choose from 3 race finishes - 3K, 5K, and 6.5K; while they have 3 race categories or kits to choose from - Deluxe, Rockstar and VIP.  Deluxe is priced at Php950 and includes a drifit shirt, headlamp, race bib, color packet and a finisher’s medal.  While the Rockstar Kit, which is priced at Php1500, comes with a drifit shirt, headlamp, race bib, color packet, finisher’s medal, drawstring bag and a foldable water bottle.  Finally, the VIP Kit is priced at Php2,500, comes with a drifit shirt, headlamp, race bib, color packet, finisher’s medal, drawstring bag, foldable water bottle, finisher’s pillow, P1000 worth of CM Merchandise GCs and a VIP Pass.  Kids below 7 by the way, get to run for free.” ~Justine Cordero, ColorManila VP

CM Blacklight Run will be ColorManila’s first night run for 2018 and will be first of a series for this year, which will be held in various cities nationwide. The country’s number one fun-run organizer - ColorManila, which kickstarted 2018 with its successful CM Paradise Run campaign last month, is gearing up for another massive ‘concept fun-run’ on February 24, 2018, at McKinley West in Taguig City, with CM Blacklight Run, co-presented by Brother International Philippines.

Registration is still ongoing. For more information, visit www.colormanila.com for more details.

ABOUT COLOR MANILA:

COLOR MANILA encourages everyone to run, and to illustrate to non-runners how enjoyable the sport is, we bring out the real fun in the ‘fun’ run, through a color festival.  We are the paintbrushes, and You are the Paint. We carry the palette but You make your own Strokes. You become the human canvas, as we literally bring out your most energetic and happiest hue.

You are the Color, the Human Canvas. You are the bits and pieces of this kaleidoscope. Because life is not a competition. Rather, it is a race where you run at your own pace, where you throw high-fives to people, where you carry all the colors of your experiences. We make this as the most exciting fun run ever, that you’d want to do it over and over again. We want to give you that unique kaleidoscope experience every time!

Visit www.colormanila.com for more information.

I, TONYA ~ Judge this!

"They got 18 months. I'll do that. Your honor. I don't have an education. All I know is skating. I'm no one if I'm can't- I'm not this monster. I'm trying to do the best with what I know how to-. It's like you're giving me a life sentence. You can't do that." ~Tonya Harding, I, Tonya

I, Tonya, is a one-time star of figure skating is portrayed in a part parody part docudrama. Viewers see Tonya Harding's (Margot Robbie as adult Tonya and McKenna Grace as young Tonya) early life as she was pushed into figure skating by mother LaVona Fay Golden (Allison Janney). Despite always being told she was never good enough, Tonya trained incredibly hard to fulfill her goal of becoming the best figure skater in the world.

Starring:

• Margot Robbie
• Sebastian Stan
• Allison Janney
• Paul Walter Hauser
• Julianne Nicholson
• Bobby Cannavale
• Mckenna Grace

Philippine release date:

• 07 February 2018 (Wednesday)

Screenplay by:

• Steven Rogers

Directed by:

• Craig Gillespie

Genre:

• Comedy, Drama

Running Time:

• 2 hours

Released by:

• Solar Pictures

Official Website:

• https://www.itonyamovie.com/

SYNOPSIS 1

• Tonya Harding dominated the ice with unrivaled athleticism. She dominated the headlines for something else entirely. “I, Tonya” is an at times absurd, tragic and hilarious look at the woman at the center of the biggest scandal in sports history.

SYNOPSIS 2

• Based on the unbelievable but true events, I, TONYA is a darkly comedic tale of American figure skater, Tonya Harding, and one of the most sensational scandals in sports history. Though Harding was the first American woman to complete a triple axel in competition, her legacy was forever defined by her association with an infamous, ill-conceived, and even more poorly executed an attack on fellow Olympic competitor Nancy Kerrigan. Featuring an iconic turn by Margot Robbie as the fiery Harding, a mustachioed Sebastian Stan as her impetuous ex-husband Jeff Gillooly, a tour-de-force performance from Allison Janney as her acid-tongued mother, LaVona Golden, and an original screenplay by Steven Rogers, Craig Gillespie’s I, TONYA is an absurd, irreverent, and piercing portrayal of Harding’s life and career in all its unchecked––and checkered––glory.

Link to view TRAILER on YouTube: 

Exclusive Paradise Vacation like no other with GetGo’s Promo

GetGo’s Exclusive Island Escape promo will take lucky members to Palawan’s beautiful tropical heaven for a vacation like no other.

Individuals, couples, barkadas, and families can enjoy a peaceful escape and soulful getaway with the island’s promise of exclusivity and privacy. Uniquely-designed bamboo huts await guests who want to experience a simple and humble island living. Three lucky GetGo members can have a piece of heaven on Earth with round-trip tickets to Coron, Palawan and a 3-day all-expense-paid stay at Bamboo Private Islands.

Have you ever imagined staying on an island exclusively for you and your loved ones? Do you want to experience the luxury of having your own paradise for free? Well, GetGo members are up for the grandest reward of their lives yet with GetGo’s Exclusive Island Escape promo. Bamboo Private Islands also boasts of its true farm-to-kitchen dining where everyone can delight in authentic, delicious everyday meals using the best and safest local ingredients from the island’s organic farm.

Bamboo Private Islands lie hidden in the middle of trendy Calamianes but travelers can easily access it with a banca or speedboat ride from Coron. Upon arrival, visitors are greeted with white sands and crystalline waters surrounding the beautiful island. 

Likewise, adventure seekers can make the most out of their island stay by indulging in exciting activities where they can see and appreciate the beauty of Calamianes. From snorkeling, diving, kite boarding, paddle boarding, and island hopping, travelers can enjoy breath-taking views of the island’s waters and mountainscapes. Guests can even dine while basking in the picturesque sight of the sunset at the open-air pavilion. 

To join and experience the perks of living in the ultimate dream island in the country, members simply have to earn and/or redeem GetGo points from January 31 to March 31, 2018. Each GetGo point earned and redeemed is equivalent to one (1) raffle entry. 

Winning GetGo members can relax in the fresh ocean breeze while enjoying a stunning view of the clear blue waters surrounding the island.

More entries, more chances of winning! GetGo members who use their Cebu Pacific GetGo Debit Cards by Unionbank and GetGo Peso+ Prepaid cards get 2 raffle entries for every point earned. Members who use their Cebu Pacific GetGo Gold and Platinum Credit Cards by UnionBank get 3 raffle entries for every 1 GetGo point earned.

For more information on memberships and partners, visit www.getgo.com.ph. Stay updated on the latest promos by liking GetGoPH’s official pages on:

Facebook https://www.facebook.com/GetGoPH/

Twitter https://twitter.com/GetGoPH

Instagram https://www.instagram.com/getgoph/

So, what are you waiting for? Live the GetGo lifestyle with its wide network of partners to earn and fly your way to Palawan’s Bamboo Private Islands. 

Valentine Date Shopping Spree at the Festival Mall

Mark your calendars and prepare your wallets! 

The All-Out Shopaholic Sale is back at the Festival Mall on February 9 to 11, and 16 to 18, featuring discounts as high as 70% off to help with your Valentine’s gift needs without breaking the bank. For a classic romantic gesture, add to red roses those fluffy stuffed toys from Bear Cuddler and Blue Magic at the main mall, or LouBeary at the mall’s new Expansion Wing. 

You can never go wrong with clothes! Get your significant other the best dresses, shirts, pants, and more from brands like Giordano, Guess, Penshoppe, Kamiseta, Mossimo, Plains and Prints, Levi’s, Cinderella, Memo, Marithe Francois Girbaud, and others for marked down prices.

The mall’s Expansion Wing also gears up to join the sale featuring the latest in shoe trends at Keds, Sperry, and Geox. Vans, Converse, Hush Puppies, Sebago, Alberto and many more. Shops at the main mall with an array of shoe brands like Complex and Res|Toe|Run are participating too.

Who says Valentine’s is only for couples? Show your kids or little brothers and sisters how much you love them by buying them the trendiest toys from shops like Kids Depot and Toytown or clothes from Baby & Kids and Barbie Boutique.

Festival Mall is a Filinvest Lifemall and a premier development in Filinvest City, Alabang, Muntinlupa City. It is the only mall with five anchor stores: Shopwise Supercenter, SaveMore, Robinsons Department Store, Ace Hardware, and Handyman. It has over 700 shops, a total of 2,300 multilevel parking slots, various food outlets, and indoor amusement rides.

Both Landmark Department Store and Robinsons Department Store at the Festival Mall are going all out too to join the sale. Have a Valentine’s Day that will be unforgettable for your loved ones and easy on your budget—only at the Festival Mall!

The Sandy Project Marks 5th Year as Dengue Awareness Advocate with Fundraising Activity

“More and more it’s becoming clear to me that my advocacy, and how it started, I’m really in the right direction, because of the relevance and importance of keeping the children aware of dengue and teaching them how to take care of themselves, which leads to the prevention part.” ~Atty. Ma. Louella “Peaches” Aranas

As it marks its fifth year now, this advocacy that has been teaching school-age children on the dangers of dengue and how best to protect themselves from it will be holding a fundraising activity this February 12, 2018, at the Green Sun building in Makati City.

With dengue concerns rampant for many years now, it is deemed important to raise awareness from this mosquito-borne disease. One of the worthwhile advocacy we have in the country now concerning dengue-awareness is The Sandy Project.

The project named after the daughter of Lawyer Ma. Louella “Peaches” Aranas started the advocacy in 2013 after her daughter Sandy succumbed to dengue when she was 10 years old. For this fundraising, her group is looking for benefactors who will help with this project to reach at least 5,000 school kids for 2018.

Dengue is on the front page since last year when scandal relating to the controversial vaccine and immunization program launched by the government resulted from the deaths of several children who undergo the vaccination and immunization program. Atty. Aranas is convinced that the Sandy Project is on the right track and this February, its 5th year of advocacy, they will hold the “Night of Thanksgiving and Charitable Giving” event.

*Photo Credits Lifestyle.mb.com.ph

The dengue awareness and prevention campaign advocacy focus on the children as the target audience. Atty. Aranas, a successful tax lawyer running her own LMA Law firm, has been largely self-funding this project. In previous years, the project has reached 300 children in Quezon City and Bacolod City.

In this time of fear, we need to be conscientious enough and help in the awareness and prevention of this disease. For more information on The Sandy Project and its fifth-year activity next month, you can visit www.facebook.com/thesandyproject.

Fiery February on Animax!

What do you do at the end of the world? Are you busy? Will you save us? premieres February 14, Wednesdays and Thursdays at 8PM, first and exclusively on Animax.

It’s going to be an intense February with two new shows on Animax, What do you do at the end of the world? Are you busy? Will you save us? and Armed Girl’s Machiavellism, as well as the 10th anniversary of Otakufest 2018, where Animax will be taking part as the Official Channel Partner!

What do you do at the end of the world? Are you busy? Will you save us?

In a world where most of the human race has been destroyed by creatures known as "Beasts”, a human survivor by the name of Willem wakes up five hundred years later and lives a lonely life of despair. However, he soon meets a group of girls who can wield special weapons to fight against the Beasts. Together, they will continue the fight against the Beasts and protect the people around them.

Armed Girl's Machiavellism

Fudo Nomura is a transfer student who enters a school where girls are allowed to carry weapons and rule mercilessly over the boys. On his first day, he becomes the target of Rin Onigawara, a member of the Five Ruling Swords committee that commands the school. She tries to force him to conform to the rules of the school using her sword. However, he chooses not to give in so easily. In order for him to break free from their rule, he must defeat the Five Ruling Swords!

Armed Girl's Machiavellism premieres February 14, Wednesdays to Fridays at 10PM, first and exclusively on Animax.

 

Otakufest 2018

Animax is thrilled to be the Official Channel Partner of Otakufest 2018! 

Attendees can expect to have a wild blast as Cebu’s largest cosplay and hobbies convention celebrates its 10th year anniversary with a smashing lineup of guests: Yuegene Fay, Eki Holic, Kaizoku Ellie, Vincent Estapon, and bless4. Otakufest 2018 will also be the Central Visayas Regional Qualifier for the World Cosplay Summit Philippines 2018.

Don’t forget to keep an eye out for OO-Kun and Chu Chu, who will be traveling to Cebu together for the first time to participate in all the fun! 

Otakufest 2018 will be held on February 24, 2018, at the Cebu Business Park, Cebu City.

About Animax Asia

Launched on 1 January 2004, Animax is Asia’s first channel brand specializing in Japanese animation – anime. Animax offers a wide variety of anime programs from across the most popular genres including action, romance, horror, supernatural, sci-fi, comedy, and slice-of-life.

Animax is home to some of the biggest anime titles in the world that enjoy great following across the region. In addition, the channel created TV history in April 2009 by becoming the world’s first regional broadcaster to air an anime series at the same time as Japan and followed that with six other simulcast anime series. Currently reaching 58 million homes across 17 markets in Asia, Animax aims to offer anime programming for everyone.

Beyond television screens, Animax also actively engages its audiences at local events, including its signature Animax Carnival that has rolled out in Malaysia, the Philippines, and Taiwan. See www.animax-asia.com for more.