"Pinoy Big Brother" returns this pandemic for its 10th season

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Big Brother is back as he opens his famous yellow house again in the middle of the pandemic to spread happiness, inspiration, and bring together Filipino communities in “Pinoy Big Brother Kumunity Season 10.”

This was the big announcement that Vice Ganda and former housemates Ryan Bang, and Teen Big Winner Kim Chiu revealed on “It’s Showtime” on August 27 as they introduced the new season, which will have adult, celebrity, and teen editions.

“Binigyan ako ng task ni Big Brother para sabihin sa lahat na magbubukas na ulit ang bahay ni Kuya para sa Season 10 ng ‘Pinoy Big Brother.’ Naka-10 seasons na pala tayo,” Kim said.

Ryan added, “Sabi nga sa labas ng bahay niya…a new community will rise soon.”

Ryan was referring to the “PBB” house covered in blue construction cover with the message, “a new community will rise soon.” The photo of the house-made rounds on social media, confusing netizens on the fate of “PBB” and if it meant Big Brother’s farewell.

It was then followed by a huge poster of the number 10 beside the “PBB” gate that sent social media abuzz too. It also caught the attention of former housemates, including Kim Chiu, Gerald Anderson, Lou Yanong, Maris Racal, Maymay Entrata, Ryan Bang, Sam Milby, and Seth Fedelin.

Just like in “PBB Connect,” Pinoy community streaming platform Kumu will also play a huge part this season. Auditions for the adult edition will be held on Kumu starting on September 1, while auditions for the teen edition will start on December 1. It can be recalled that the online auditions for last year’s edition was record-breaking with 177,524 audition entries.

Also happening is the “PBB Kumunity Season 10 Kumu Party,” a virtual reunion of Big Brother’s housemates from different seasons since the program started in 2005. Bianca Gonzalez will host the celebration that will stream at 3 pm on Kumu.

For more announcements on “PBB Kumunity Season 10,” follow (@PBBABSCBNTV), Twitter (@PBBABSCBN), at Kumu (@PBBABSCBN).

PH represent! Local celebrities Hit it Big, Appear in the Streets of New York and Los Angeles for Pepsi

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If Olympic medals are not enough to make one proud and excited to be Pinoy right now, Pepsi is bringing another reason for us to sustain this much needed feeling.

Local celebrities top-billed by Kathryn Bernardo and Daniel Padilla are gracing the screens on the bustling streets of New York and Los Angeles for Pepsi.

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The beautiful faces of our local celebrities top-billed by Kathryn Bernardo and Daniel Padilla are gracing the screens of the bustling streets of New York and Los Angeles, USA. The global beverage giant is currently showcasing its #PepsiHitSaSarap campaign material in Times Square, N.Y.C. and Downtown L.A. which also features Billboard Music Awards-nominee SB19, collegiate basketball hotshot Ricci Rivero, and internet sensation Mimiyuuuh, bringing a bit of the Philippines to the Filipinos abroad.

The global beverage giant is currently showcasing its #PepsiHitSaSarap campaign material in Times Square, N.Y.C. and Downtown L.A. bringing a bit of the Philippines to the Filipinos abroad.

Pepsi’s Hit Sa Sarap campaign is all about the importance of enjoying meal time with friends and family showcased in a true Pepsi way that is hip and fun, utilizing music and vibrancy. As Filipinos, dining is an event that is looked forward to especially during special occasions and not a mere functional necessity. Given this, the elements of elevating a dining experience is essential to every meal. But just what makes a regular lunch or dinner good? The answer is basic. Food. And while most would stop here, there are many others who would want to take the dining occasion even further. How? Through beverage pairing. And that’s where Pepsi comes in.

Pair these delicious dishes with Pepsi and that becomes a meal that is hit sa sarap.

Pepsi is like the best friend that complements every meal made up of all good food there is. Be it with everyone’s favorite DTI-standard adobo, the crispiest chicken, the tastiest burgers and fries, the glorious inihaw na liempo, or just about anything one craves for, Pepsi literally and figuratively adds fizz to every meal. Pair these delicious dishes with Pepsi and that becomes a meal that is hit sa sarap.

As seen in the Pepsi commercial, sharing delicious meals over a Pepsi becomes not just yummier but definitely more special. What could have been just a regular lunch or dinner becomes a dining experience to remember.

Music + Good Food + Friends + Pepsi = Best dining experience. The squad is in full force for the #PepsiHitSaSarap campaign.

Ricci Rivero

Mimiyuuuh

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Check out the new Hit sa Sarap ad here. Follow @pepsiphilippines on Facebook, Instagram, Youtube, and Twitter. Post your #PepsiHitSaSarap photos and tag us on IG.

Pepsi is available in all leading supermarkets, convenience stores, and sari-sari stores nationwide.

C The Best Of You with CAMON 17 and Be One of 100 Lucky Live Raffle Winners at TECNO Mobile’s Livestream Show

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Catch the hottest local celebrities! Plus get the chance to win a TECNO Mobile CAMON 17 smartphone and other prizes!

MANILA, PHILIPPINES/ 15 JULY 2021 – TECNO Mobile invites you to C The Best Of You, its upcoming CAMON 17 livestream show on July 16, 2021 at 6 p.m. The event will be bursting with cool local celebrities and personalities eager to help you live your best life.

Hosted by Phaister and Rose Sugatan, there will be segments showcasing guests’ makeup and fashion skills. Never again leave your home second-guessing your makeup and OOTD because these experts will make sure you pick up all the beauty talents you need.

For one, a special warm-up segment at 5 p.m., done in partnership with Vice Cosmetics, will feature Gandolls Gabby and Nicole. Each of them will share tips on how you can achieve a morena glow and a mestiza radiance. Whichever look you prefer, our Gandolls will help you enhance your natural beauty. When you’re done with your look, care of Vice Cosmetics, CAMON 17 can help you take beautiful IG-worthy self-portraits.

The beauty tutorials won’t stop there! For the CAMON Barbie lookbook main event, local celebrities Andrea Brillantes, Donnalyn Bartolome, and Jillian Ward will share their DIY makeup and OOTD tips. They’ll give you a peek into the contents of their go-to bags, too. Won’t it be great that you’ll learn how to create stunning looks while in the comfort of your own home?

Not only that, you’ll also get to watch your favorite celebrities as they play games for their fans to win prizes! Our guests’ quirky side will shine through as they guess K-drama scenes parodied by Raymond Baltazar. Find out if your favorite K-drama is also your idol’s. Say, “Annyeong!” if you share the same taste!

Now, since the live event hopes to help you always see the best in life, your favorite local celebrities will also share some meaningful life tips.

There will be fun games for you, too! Plus, the live online event will have an awesome raffle with more than 100 amazing prizes waiting for you. The prizes will range from cash and beauty set giveaways to new TECNO Mobile CAMON 17 smartphones. All you need to do to join the live raffle is root for your celebrity idol and enjoy the show with your family and friends.

Before the event ends, there will be an announcement of the social media challenge winners.

The New CAMON 17 Series

Here is everything you need to know about TECNO Mobile’s new CAMON 17 Pro and CAMON 17P.

CAMON 17 Pro is equipped with a 48MP Clearest Selfie Camera in front, and a 64MP Ultra-Quad camera at the rear. This smartphone is powered by a Helio G95 processor with a 90Hz screen refresh rate, plus a long-lasting 5000mAh battery which comes with a 33W fast charger. CAMON 17 Pro comes in California dream silver and Malibu blue, and is exclusively available at the TECNO Mobile PH Official Store in Shopee Mall, at P9,990 for the 8BG+128GB model, and P10,990 for the 8GB+256GB variant.

The budget-friendlier CAMON 17P has a 16MP AI Smart Selfie Camera and 64MP Ultra-Clear Quad camera at the rear, runs on a Helio G85 processor, and also has a powerful 5000mAh battery with 18W fast charging. Its high-resolution 6.8” FHD+ 1080P provides a sharper and clearer display. CAMON 17P may be purchased from the TECNO Mobile Concept Store in SM North Edsa Annex Building, and other TECNO Partner Stores. CAMON 17P comes in three colors - Magnet Black, Spruce Green and Frost Silver, and is priced at only P8,490.

Its high-resolution 6.8” FHD+ 1080P provides a sharper and clearer display. CAMON 17P is exclusively available at the TECNO Mobile Concept Store in SM North Edsa Annex Building and other TECNO Partner Stores . CAMON 17P comes in three colors—Magnet Black, Spruce Green and Frost Silver, and is priced at P8,490 only.

To stay updated on the latest news about the CAMON 17 series, as well as exclusive deals and promos from TECNO Mobile, be sure to like and follow TECNO Mobile Philippines. 

Visit www.tecno-mobile.com/ph to learn more about your favorite smartphones and gadgets.

 

 

About TECNO Mobile

TECNO Mobile is a premium smartphone brand from TRANSSION Holdings. TECNO unlocks the best of contemporary technologies in artistic designs, showcasing its mastery of serving global consumers who are "young at heart," and inspiring them to never stop pursuing excellence. We demonstrate our brand motto through our innovation, technological and artistic progression in over 60 markets around the world, with a diversified product portfolio featuring smartphones and smart AIoT products covered. TECNO is also the global Official Handset Partner of Manchester City Football Club.

For more information, please visit www.tecno-mobile.com.

 

Concentrix, Philippines’ Largest Private Employer, Holds Biggest Virtual Family Day

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Concentrix Corporation ( CNXC), a leading global provider of customer experience (CX) solutions and technology, and the largest private employer in the Philippines held the biggest virtual Family Day event of the year through a Facebook live concert.

Open to the public, the Concentrix Family Day Facebook concert last July 4 saw 267,700 viewers which was a combination of staff, family members and social media followers of the company nationwide. Called #DifferentTogether Family Day Finale, it was a culmination of month-long activities with Php 10 Million worth of prizes given away to over 6,000 of the company’s staff and their loved ones.

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Billy Joe Crawford

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The star-studded finale was hosted by celebrity Toni Gonzaga, with guest performances from Billy Joe Crawford, KZ Tandingan, Sam Concepcion, and Filipino dance troupe winner of Asia’s Got Talent Season 1, El Gamma Penumbra.

There was also a children’s show, live online games, grand finals of Concentrix Family’s Got Talent where the winning family accumulated Php 55,000 from elimination to championship prizes, and a live digital raffle of 25 home showcases worth Php 40,000 each.

According to Concentrix SVP and Philippines Country Leader Amit Jagga, “Even if it is not the traditional way we used to celebrate our Annual Family Day, we are very proud to host this virtually for the whole Filipino community, to show who we are and what we value as an organization, and how we appreciate and reward our team. The pandemic does not stop us from growing and giving back – we find different ways to show care for our staff and their loved ones. Hence we made sure Family Day had something in it for everyone and reward thousands of participants, so we held multiple activities for a month, culminating in this concert. Family Day is important to us, and we want it to be something our people will always remember and be proud of.”

Concentrix also recently announced that it has broken records for being the only organization hailed as Best Company, Best Employer, Best BPO Contact Center, and Best Foreign-owned Company in the Philippine ICT Awards for 2 years in a row. It also won the award for Outstanding Use of ICT Services to Fight COVID-19, for its investments on staff health and safety and its support for other employment sectors.

About Concentrix

Concentrix Corporation (Nasdaq: CNXC), is a leading global provider of customer experience (CX) solutions and technology, improving business performance for some of the world’s best brands including over 100 Fortune Global 500 clients and over 115 global disruptor clients. Every day, from more than 40 countries and across 6 continents, our staff delivers next generation customer experience and helps companies better connect with their customers. We create better business outcomes and help differentiate our clients through technology, design, data, process, and people. Concentrix provides services to clients in our key industry verticals: technology & consumer electronics; retail, travel & ecommerce; banking, financial services & insurance; healthcare; communications & media; automotive; and energy & public sector. Visit concentrix.com to learn more.

TV5 Launches “Iba sa 5” Station ID; Offers a Home for Celebrities and Creatives

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MANILA, Philippines – At a time when most have been forced to shut themselves in and many businesses have had no choice but to close down, TV5 has redefined television dynamics by opening their doors to talents and creatives from different networks and giving them a new home. “Iba sa 5,” TV5’s station ID which launched yesterday, features the different celebrities and diverse personalities who now thrive on the channel. Among the slew of stars seen in the video are Maja Salvador, Noel Comia Jr., Empoy Marquez, Billy Crawford, Matteo Guidicelli, Maine Mendoza, Paolo Ballesteros, Cristine Reyes, Herbert Bautista, McCoy de Leon, Randy Santiago, K Brosas, Rey Valera, Alex Gonzaga, Xian Lim, Yassi Pressman, John Estrada, Ellen Adarna, Jay-R, Luchi Cruz-Valdes, Cheryl Cosim, Gretchen Ho, Marga Vargas, Paolo Bediones and Raffy Tulfo. They, and many more, have all come together to produce quality entertainment that brings joy to the viewers.

Maine Mendoza hosts the upcoming PoPinoy, a talent search for the best Pinoy-pop group

The station ID features a catchy jingle composed by Jeff Arcilla, the man behind "Apat na Buwang Pasko" and the original singer of the World Youth Day Song, "Tell the World of His Love." TV5’s highly sing-along-able tune is upbeat and cheerful, to evoke how TV5 is the Filipinos’ happy place, where they can take a fun break from the challenges of the current situation.

Iba-iba, dito makikita. Iba-iba, dito magsasama-sama.

The new line, “Iba sa 5,” doesn’t just mean offering something different, but something for different kinds of people. The ad agency, Grey Philippines, spent months collaborating with TV5 executives to develop a reinvigorated campaign that conveys the channel’s new thrust. Dino Laurena, Chief Operating Officer of Media5, explains, "The concept behind it is to showcase the wide range of programs and genres that TV5 now provides the Filipino audience. Since TV5's transition back to entertainment, it has now become a one-stop channel for all types of content—dramas, gameshows, talent shows, variety, movies, series, news, and sports. Viewers can just tune in to TV5 and find all these there."

Whether solo binge-watching with a bucket of popcorn, having a barkada sports night, or spending a relaxing Sunday with the whole family, TV5 caters to audiences of all demographics. Those who always want to be in the know can get their first dose of the day's news from Frontline sa Umaga, then be the first to get the information they need from the earliest primetime news program, Frontline Pilipinas.

Because Pinoys are known for their love of both music and comedy, they can sing and laugh in equal measure, with the videoke kantawanan ng bansa, Sing Galing. And for feel-good vibes and maximum kilig, there are lighthearted dramas from here and abroad.

Some of the other programs’ Filipinos can enjoy now or look forward to are:

Noel Comia Jr., Maja Salvador, and Empoy lead stars of the hit Niña Niño

Niña Niño – A dramedy series about two siblings leading a life of petty crime to survive, who eventually discover redemption in the form of a life-changing miracle.

Rolling In It Philippines – The local edition of one of the UK’s most popular game shows, where contestants team up with celebrities for a shot at the ultimate cash prize.

PoPinoy – This cutting-edge talent show will follow the entire journey of boy bands & girl groups, as they train to become worthy of bringing Pinoy Pop to the global stage.

Herbert Bautista and Mccoy De Leon star in Puto reboot

Puto – Herbert Bautista, who played the hero puto vendor from the hit ‘80s movie, returns—30 years later! He’s now father to Uno, a bullied teen who realizes he is half-dwende.

Di Na Muli – This romantic drama, top-billed by Julia Barretto, follows the story of a young woman with the ability to see the lifespan of people whenever she holds their hands.

Aside from these original new programs, TV5 is reaching out to an even wider audience by allowing fans of ABS-CBN shows Ang Probinsiyano, ASAP Natin ‘To, and FPJ Da King, to continue watching their old favorites, as well as watch its new dramas Huwag Kang Mangamba, and Init sa Magdamag!

Sports has long been one of TV5’s strengths, and now there’s all the more reason for sports fans to tune in. After a brief hiatus due to the pandemic, the country’s #1 sport is back, as TV5 airs the two top basketball leagues—PBA and NBA.

Sing Galing Jukebosses: Ronnie Liang, Jessa Zaragoza, and Rey Valera

Iba, iba, iba sa 5!

Laurena encapsulates the channel’s campaign: “Iba-iba ang mapapanood mo dito. Iba-ibang viewers ang mag-e-enjoy dito. Iba-iba rin ang mga artista at content creator na makikita mo dito.”

Emphasizing the network's open call for other artists and production houses to come and create magic with TV5, he reiterated, “We have said this before—our doors are open to those who want to work with us. Our collaborations with great artists and creative minds in the industry allow us to offer something fresh, new, and unexpected. That is what makes us truly IBA.”

Jolina Magdangal shares how she takes care of her family in the new normal

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Juggling many things at once is normal for Jolina Magdangal. Apart from being one of the momshies of the morning talk show Magandang Buhay, she runs the vlog #JolinaNetwork and takes care of her two kids, Pele and Vika, with her husband Mark Escueta. Magdangal also makes time to pursue hobbies like diamond painting, working out, and being a #HalamaNanay. But with the pandemic, she was forced to adjust her priorities and make changes to her family.

“May times na busy sa Magandang Buhay pero pag walang taping, usually dito lang ako sa bahay with my family. May mga nagbago samin, tulad ng anak ko na nag-homeschool. We decided to do homeschooling kasi mas naging priority namin ang safety niya, and we want to experience yung pagiging hands-on din sa school niya,” the mom reveals.

Even if Magdangal is used to doing so many things at once, she admits that homeschooling can be a struggle. It’s also a new experience for her and her husband since they are not teachers. Still, she takes on the challenge because “masarap ang pakiramdam dahil anak namin yung tinuturuan namin at rewarding ang feeling pag natututo at malaki ang development.”

Another change in the Magdangal-Escueta household is their attitude towards going out. If in the past, they can just get up and go, they now take extra precautions. Magdangal says, “I must admit, may pagkapraning ako na baka yung makasalubong ko or yung kausap ko ay positive sa COVID-19. Dumami ang dala-dala kong gamit kasi ang dami kong disinfectant.”

She also taught her kids hygiene habits to protect themselves and stay clean at all times. They learned to wash their hands and to carry alcohol and wet wipes. When going out, they wear their face masks even in the car, and they take showers as soon as they get home. When Magdangal and Escueta return home from work, the kids already know to stay in one room and wait until their parents have showered.

These precautions are second nature to Magdangal, who has always prioritized her and her family’s health. She says, “Pag may nararamdamang masama ang anak ko kahit ano pa yan, binibigyan ko talaga ng pansin. May pagkapraning kasi ako sa mga sakit.”

She believes in giving them the right medicine and the proper dosage, at the right number of times. For fever, she trusts Calpol.

“Pag iba na ang pakiramdam and parang iba ang temperature, naka-monitor na ako. As soon as pumatak sa 37.8 yung temperature, Calpol agad.”

Calpol for Kids is a paracetamol-based suspension which can be given to infants and children ages 0-12 years old. It can treat mild to moderate fever and pain associated with discomfort after vaccination, toothaches, headaches, migraines, muscle aches, sore throats and musculoskeletal pain. Calpol for Kids starts to work on fever in 15 minutes and is gentle on kids’ tiny tummies.

“Mabilis talaga umepekto ang Calpol. Pag may lagnat ang anak ko, di ako umaalis sa tabi nila at gusto ko either yakap ko sila o kung natutulog na kami, hawak ko paa nila. Nararamdaman ko agad na bumababa ang lagnat,” Magdangal reveals.

Her kids also love the Calpol strawberry and orange flavors. According to Magdangal, “hindi ako nahihirapan painumin. Tsaka sinisimot pa.”

Times may be tough, but Magdangal has advice for everyone in the new normal. She says, “kung ano man ang nararamdaman nila, hindi sila nag-iisa. Laban lang nang laban lalo na para sa pamilya. Mas malaki tayo sa virus kaya wag natin papabayaan ang sarili natin.”

Besides, there are things to look forward to in the future. For Jolina, she’s hoping to continue vlogging, book more endorsements, and shoot a movie. She wants to learn to cook and bake and she and her husband want to start a business. The family has milestones to celebrate like the kids’ birthdays and her 10th wedding anniversary.

Everything may have changed for families around the world, but Magdangal says that there are three good things that came out of this pandemic: “mas lalo pang na-appreciate ang worth ng family, wala nang mas hihigit pa sa prayer, and yung idea na ‘prevention is better than cure.’”

For more information about Calpol, visit www.calpol.com.ph

 

Paracetamol is the generic name of Calpol. If symptoms persists consult your doctor.

c name of Calpol. If symptoms persists consult your doctor. 

Celebrities support World Vision in bringing hope during these difficult times

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World Vision Ambassadors Go All Out For “A Year of Firsts” Instagram Live Series

In line with the ongoing “A Year of Firsts” campaign of World Vision Philippines, the celebrity ambassadors of the child-focused organization gave their full support through the “A Year of Firsts” Instagram Live Series.

The Instagram Live Series featured World Vision Ambassadors Christian Bautista, Enzo Pineda, Marc Nelson, and Joyce Pring with her husband and World Vision supporter Juancho Triviño, in a live Q&A event as they reveal something they will do for the first time this year.

For the premiere episode, World Vision Ambassador Christian Bautista shared his experience of becoming a child sponsor and offered his first song written this year. Meanwhile, World Vision Ambassador Enzo Pineda shared his advocacies for education and conducted a mini-storytelling session for the young viewers. World Vision Ambassador Marc Nelson accepted the challenge of writing a letter to his sponsored child in Tagalog. World Vision Ambassador Joyce Pring with her husband, Juancho Triviño, expressed their excitement and anticipation as they enter a new season this year as first-time parents.

World Vision Ambassador Marc Nelson

World Vision Ambassador Christian Bautista

World Vision Ambassador Enzo Pineda

World Vision Ambassador Joyce Pring

Each episode of the live series ran for 30 minutes and streamed simultaneously on the ambassador and World Vision’s respective Instagram accounts. The episodes are currently available for viewing on World Vision’s social media assets.

“We are so grateful that our ambassadors are once again supporting one of the key initiatives of World Vision this year. Together with our ambassadors, we are hoping that the ‘A Year of Firsts’ campaign will touch the hearts of many people and let them know that they too can make a difference in the lives of Filipino children and help them have a new start”, said World Vision National Director Rommel Fuerte.

Zelle Eliz gives hope to Typhoon-affected families thru a fundraising drive of ABLOOM

Zelle Eliz, a half-Filipino and half-Malaysian based in Canada, is an up-and-coming artist of her generation. With hit singles like A. O. N., Kaleidoscope Adventures, and That’s Okay (available on Spotify and Youtube), Zelle definitely has a promising future in the music industry.

Zelle Eliz is an excellent and passionate singer with a big heart for fellow Filipinos. Upon hearing the news about how Typhoons Rolly and Ulysses have displaced thousands of families in the Philippines, she felt the urgency to respond in a way that would make an impact to those greatly affected.

Last February, Zelle Eliz launched a fundraising drive of her debut album, “Abloom”. For every purchase, part of the proceeds will be donated to World Vision’s projects that aim to sustain Typhoon-stricken families and communities.

“I’ve always believed that we are proponents of change and that we must all come together and participate in changing the world, no matter how small the contribution may be,” shared Zelle Eliz. “Abloom is my humble way of sharing the gift and the power of music, to empower the voiceless with voice, as an instrument in transforming the lives of those in need”.

Also, through this partnership with World Vision, Zelle Eliz aims to empower those in need by raising awareness, volunteering in outreach programs, and supporting the education of the most vulnerable children.

To know more about World Vision and how you can support, visit www.worldvision.org.ph/our-work/

Follow /worldvisionph on Facebook and @worldvisionphl on Instagram to be updated on World Vision’s work in the Philippines.

 

About World Vision

World Vision is a global Christian relief, development, and advocacy organization dedicated to working with children, families, and communities to overcome poverty and injustice. World Vision serves all people, regardless of religion, race, ethnicity, or gender.

Liofer Pinatacan of Zamboanga del Sur named “PBB Connect” Big Winner!

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Liofer Pinatacan, the ‘Dong Diskarte ng Zamboanga del Sur,’ was voted by fans and viewers as the Big Winner of “Pinoy Big Brother Connect” during the first virtual Big Night on Sunday (March 14).

Liofer Pinatacan garnered 20.90% of combined Kumu and text votes followed by Andrea Abaya, the ‘Cheerdance Sweetheart ng Parañaque,’ with 16.60%. Clinching the third and fourth Big Placer titles were Kobie Brown, ‘Ang Charming Striker ng Parañaque, that earned 3.36%, and Jie-Ann Armero, ‘Ang Kwelang Fan Girl ng Sarangani,’ that got 2.66% of votes.

Big Winner Liofer turned emotional and speechless after the big reveal after the many challenges they faced in more than three months inside the ‘PBB’ house wherein they were challenged to stay true to themselves, believe in their capabilities, and connect with people from various backgrounds.

“Grabe. Gusto ko lang magpasalamat sa lahat lahat ng sumuporta sa akin dito,” the newly-minted Big Winner said, who also shared during the Big Night that the first thing he would if he wins is to help his mother.

Liofer won a house and lot from Phirst Park Homes and P1 million from Brilliant Skin Essentials. Andrea Abaya, Kobie Brown, and Jie-Ann Armero will also take home P500,000, P300,000, and P200,000, respectively.

Big Winners from the different “PBB” editions were also present to welcome Liofer to the outside world, including Nene Tamayo, Kim Chiu, Bea Saw, Ruben Gonzaga, Ejay Falcon, Slater Young, Daniel Matsunaga, Jimboy Martin, and Yamyam Gucong.

Besides the Big Winner announcement, netizens on Twitter were also hooked on the world-class performances from BGYO, the heart-swooning number of the KarJon and KaoRhys love teams, and the reunion of the “PBB Connect” ex-housemates.

Kapamilya stars and other personalities were also in attendance at the Big Night to spread fun and love like Charlie Dizon, Denize Castillo, Edward Barber, Francine Diaz, Heaven Peralejo, Jem Macatuno, Maris Racal, Michelle Vito, Nikki Valdez, Nikko Natividad, Pamu Pamorada, Ryan Bang, Tony Labrusca, Vivoree Esclito, Yves Flores, and Zeus Collins.

Meanwhile, “PBB Connect” fans can look forward to seeing the housemates on Kumu as all of them will have their own Livestream on Kumu to continue spreading light and joy.

The first virtual Big Night of “PBB Connect,” which was a sold-out virtual event on KTX.ph, was hosted by Toni Gonzaga, Bianca Gonzalez, Robi Domingo, Melai Cantiveros, Kim Chiu, Enchong Dee, Maymay Entrata, and Richard Juan. All proceeds of the tickets will go to charity.

Lenovo shows Yoga is ‘For All of Us’ featuring Solenn Heussaff, Nico Bolzico. Power couple named as new brand ambassador

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Global innovation leader Lenovo is partnering with multi-hyphenates Solenn Heussaff and Nico Bolzico to showcase how there’s a Yoga device made “For All of Us.” Known for their quirky personas and thriving careers both within and outside entertainment, the duo embodies the uncompromising flexibility and performance of Yoga notebooks that cater to practically every kind of personality or profession.

DYNAMIC DUO SOLENN AND NICO SHOW THERE'S A YOGA FOR ALL OF US. Celebrity couple Solenn Heussaff and Nico Bolzico are joining the Lenovo Yoga family. Admired for their diverse careers in front of and behind the camera, they embody humanity’s unique traits and effortlessly match the Yoga lineup’s style, performance, and flexibility.

“Lenovo’s Yoga ‘For All of Us’ campaign celebrates people’s uniqueness and how this particular line of our devices is designed to easily adapt to any situation and fit the users’ needs. Solenn and Nico are stylish, ambitious, and inventive, and these are qualities and principles that we integrate within our Yoga devices. With this project, we hope to inspire fans and customers to be as bold and unapologetic in their pursuit of excellence,” said Michael Ngan, Lenovo Philippines President and General Manager.

Launched globally last year, the Yoga “For All of Us” campaign highlights humanity’s unique traits – both the positive and the negative – and pairs them with Yoga’s innovative technology to allow people to perform to their fullest potential. It celebrates innate attributes that Yoga notebooks spark further among users such as creativity and resourcefulness, while at the same time supports human flaws such as impatience and forgetfulness with its purposeful design. This is a stark contrast from usual campaigns that only revolve around achievements, and people can see all of this unfold by following Solenn and Nico’s journey as they go through their dynamic lives with their Yoga notebooks in hand.

“I love how authentic and different Lenovo’s Yoga For All of Us campaign is as it’s not afraid to celebrate both our feats and flaws as humans. I love taking care of things for my family, but I also make mistakes, having to juggle a lot of things in being a mother and with my career. It’s the same with Nico as well. However, making mistakes is just normal and it’s in these moments that we learn and grow. I love how Lenovo focuses on that and we’re grateful for the opportunity to inspire others as our genuine and true selves,” said Solenn.

Nico also relishes the opportunity to show parts of his daily routine that he hasn’t shared yet. “I am excited to be part of this campaign. It sends a really strong message that mistakes are only temporary setbacks that we can build on. Being in the spotlight, people tend to think we’re living a perfect life but we’re not. There’s a lot of hard work behind the scenes, and I’m excited to see how my Yoga device will help me be better. I’ll be able to share more of my experiences in business and home life, the challenges that I face daily, and how I overcome them with the help of my family and peers, and now with technology as well.”

Lenovo’s Yoga For All of Us campaign fits in perfectly with the couple’s vibrant lifestyle. Aside from her TV and film appearances, Solenn is a painter, makeup artist, and mother to one-year-old Thylane Katana. She is also a successful author of two books and has been involved in product designing through her lifestyle brand. Meanwhile, Nico has also been under the spotlight, but those commitments come second to being a fully-fledged father and entrepreneur in the agribusiness industry. The couple shares their life on social media where they have amassed a huge following.

Matching Solenn and Nico’s energy and flexibility are two of the most versatile Yoga notebooks in the lineup – the Yoga Slim 7i Carbon and the Yoga 9i. The Yoga Slim 7i Carbon’s featherweight body and long-lasting battery life can assist Solenn in home and career tasks, ranging from her art, music, and writing to, most importantly, family needs. The Yoga 9i, on the other hand, allows Nico more opportunities for his businesses through its touch-screen In-Plane Switching (IPS) display with Integrated Pen, two Thunderbolt 4 Type-C ports for seamless connection, and up to 17 hours of battery use. Both devices also feature Intel’s powerful 11^th-generation processors that provide uncompromising performance and contain several useful smart features for home and work.

Aside from their robust features, the Yoga Slim 7i Carbon and Yoga 9i come with Lenovo’s 3-Year Premium Care warranty solution that provides an advanced and tailored level of care capable of reducing downtime and increasing efficiency. Its services, such as a 24x7 direct hotline to technicians and On-Site Repair, can help remove delays for people with vibrant lifestyles like Solenn and Nico, allowing them to do more with Yoga devices no matter how they use them.

Follow Solenn (@solenn) and Nico (@nicobolzico) on Instagram to see how they celebrate humanity’s unique traits in Lenovo’s Yoga For All of Us campaign. Built to enable flexibility, resourcefulness, and ambition among artists, professionals, businessmen, and everything in between, Lenovo’s Yoga notebooks are here to help everyone.

Avail up to P 70,050 worth of freebies

Interested customers can take advantage of the Yoga For All promo in celebration of Solenn and Nico joining the Lenovo Yoga family. From March 10 to March 31, 2021, buyers of participating Yoga devices, along with select Lenovo IdeaPad, IdeaCentre, and Smart tablets, can get up to PHP 70,050 worth of bundled freebies from Lenovo and premium lifestyle brand Herschel. Terms and conditions apply. For the full mechanics, visit lenovophpromos.com. Per DTI Fair Trade Permit No. FTEB-115313 series of 2021. See which Lenovo Yoga device is for you by visiting the website at lenovo.com/ph/en/yoga or the official Facebook page at fb.com/lenovophilippines.

Watch the Next Big Star on TV5

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(MANILA, Philippines) – The search for the next big star was marked by the return of Born To Be A Star which premiered last 30 January featuring a fresh set of talents and new judges that will make you look forward to watching the show on weekends. 

Produced by VIVA Entertainment for Cignal TV and TV5, the latest reality talent search puts a spotlight on aspiring and talented individuals from across the Philippines.  At stake is a P1 million cash prize and a recording and management contract under VIVA Entertainment. 

The singing reality show is hosted by breakthrough singer-actress Kim Molina and multi-talented actor Matteo Guidicelli, who both worked together  as judge detectives in the recently concluded program Masked Singer Pilipinas. The show also boasts of star-studded panel of judges (“Star Judges”) who will be deliberating the contestant’s progress throughout the show: Philippine Rap Legend Andrew E, Asia’s Vocal Supreme Katrina Velarde, OST Princess and former Born To Be A Star finalist Janine Tenoso, G-Force founder and choreographer Teacher Georcelle Sy, and multi-talented singer Sam Concepcion. 

 

The audition process of the talent search is a lot different from the usual, given the current limitations brought about by the pandemic. Auditionees were asked to submit videos through Tiktok. Out of the hundreds who submitted, only 40 applicants were shortlisted for the TV try-outs. Contestants slayed the stage with their song and dance numbers to get three or more stars from the Star Judges so they can make it to the next round. 

The journey of each contestant to achieve the dream of becoming a star will not be a walk in the park. From 40 auditionees, only 21 of them will move on to the training camp where the program’s Star Mentors will be working with them to bring out their full star potential. The next two episodes  of the show are a must-see as the remaining contenders will undergo a boot camp training session with Thyro, Wency Cornejo, and Daryl Ong -- dynamic talents known for their expertise in singing, songwriting, and artistic performance. The mentors will be imparting their share of experiences and lessons learned to the finalists vying for the top title of being the next big thing in Philippine show business -- made even more desirable with the promise of new project opportunities and a sweet 1M cash prize. 

Who’s going to shine brighter and stand out from the rest? Follow the aspiring stars of Born To Be A Star every Saturday, 7 PM on TV5 and a catch-up airing every Sunday, 8 PM on Viva Entertainment’s SARI-SARI Channel on Cignal TV CH. 03. Also available on SatLite CH. 30 and on Cignal Play on Android and iOS and cignalplay.com.