For many moms, choosing the right cooking oil goes beyond taste and convenience. It is about making better everyday choices for the people they care about most. This is why many families continue to choose Heart Mate, a brand known for its quality, reliability, and commitment to supporting healthier everyday cooking. Through the years, Heart Mate Canola Oil has become a trusted and reliable kitchen partner in households across the country, helping moms prepare meals that are not only masarap, but also better for their loved ones’ heart health.  Today, Heart Mate proudly stands as the No. 1 Canola Oil Brand in the Philippines, a recognition built on years of trust from Filipino households nationwide. More than strong market presence, this leadership reflects the confidence moms continue to place in the brand every day, from simple home-cooked meals to special family gatherings.  Heart Mate has also strengthened its connection with Filipino families through nutrition education, ...

Beauty and skincare expert Abby Odiamar-Paclibar  "I am an advocate of taking ample care of your skin. When you look good, you feel good.  In my clinic, we don't just sell products and treatments, we educate clients about their skin and overall health. Every skin is different. My goal for every client is to achieve their best version of themselves with a customized treatment plan and regimen and to continue maintenance and prevention,” Abby Odiamar-Paclibar said during the media con at SEDA Hotel BGC, welcoming her skincare products to the Philippines.  The founder and owner of Abby Skincare products and Abby Skin Clinic and FFMS Medspa Inc., with 17 years existence in the US, officially launched her products in the country through business partner/endorser, Ritchie Ocampo, Mutya ng Pilipinas–Asia Pacific 1999, to further the foothold of Abby Skincare products in the Philippines. Joining them were both Abby’s and Ritchie’s long-time friends and classmates in college most...

The 17th PMPC Star Awards for Music major winners, from left: James Reid, Moira, Ben&Ben, and Jayda The landscape of Philippine musical entertainment is undergoing a vibrant transformation, marked by a rhythmic "changing of the guard" that blends heritage with innovation. OPM is not only surviving but thriving, propelled by a new breed of artists who are redefining the local soundscape. This resurgence is characterized by a heartwarming synergy between generations; veteran icons are increasingly collaborating with rising stars, bridging the gap between classic melodies and contemporary sensibilities. This fusion has sparked a concert and theater boom, with musical plays and live performances mushrooming across the archipelago.  Driven by a palpable hunger from Millennials and Gen Z for authentic, shared experiences, this live-entertainment renaissance has moved beyond a fleeting trend. As these younger audiences continue to champion OPM, it is clear that the industry’s cu...

  It has been proven for years that earning a PMPC Star Award is highly prestigious and can significantly elevate a celebrity's career. Handed out by the Philippine Movie Press Club, the awarding is often described as the local equivalent of the Emmys, validating an artist's talent, bolsters industry credibility, and opens doors to lucrative projects and endorsements. That's why every single artist in the entertainment industry dreams of receiving his or her own star awards. Congratulations in advance to AQ Prime Music talents Zéla and Bilib for winning in the 17the Star Awards for Music in their respective categories. Zéla earns the Female R&B Artist of the Year Award for her hit song “Pogi Boy” while P-Pop group Bilib scored a win in the Dance Recording of the Year category for “Say Whatcha Wanna Say. For rising singer-songwriter Zéla, the recognition is more than just an achievement — it is a significant step toward reaching a wider audience and sharing her unique m...

    PRESS RELEASE Pokémon Champions is now available to download for free on mobile devices in addition to the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 consoles, bringing fast-paced, competitive Pokémon battles straight to players wherever they are. Download via  App Store: https://appkmn.com/pc/   or  Google Play: https://appkmn.com/pc/   Free update available on Nintendo Switch 2!   A free update is available for Pokémon Champions on Nintendo Switch 2. When playing on Nintendo Switch 2, you’ll be able to enjoy Pokémon Champions with even clearer graphics. Note: You will need to connect to the internet and download the latest update data (available at no cost).   From this announcement on 17th June until Wednesday 2nd September 2026, a special in-game campaign featuring Raichu begins. Players in both the mobile app and Nintendo Switch versions of the game can receive Raichu, Raichunite X, and Raichunite Y by checking their in-game mailbox. Player...

  Mama Sita’s Cecilia Pacheco Morais highlights the importance of Filipino cuisine at Isang Kusina  To close out Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month, Istorya LV, along with Title Sponsor, Mama Sita’s, presented Isang Kusina 2026 at the Keep Memory Alive Event Center, in America's most popular city, Las Vegas, Nevada.  Held last May, Isang Kusina is a profound cultural event that mapped more than four centuries of Filipino- American history onto an eight-course tasting menu.   Each dish served as an edible monument to the migrant workers, pioneers, and families who shaped the American landscape. “Filipino cuisine is more than food: it is memory, family, history, and home,” noted special guest speaker Cecilia Pacheco Morais, granddaughter of the legendary culinary icon Teresita “Mama Sita” Reyes. Alaskero Salmon by Rachel Carrillo Barril The historical storytelling was palpable throughout the night. Chef Rachel Carrillo Barril (In Bocca Al Lupo, ...