Wednesday, July 31, 2013

LOGAN LERMAN MEETS HALF-BROTHER TYSON IN “PERCY JACKSON: SEA OF MONSTERS”


Logan Lerman reprises the titular role as the teen demigod son of Poseidon prophesied to save the world of the gods’ children sired with humans in “Percy Jackson: Sea of Monsters.”

Produced by Chris Columbus whose successful string of blockbusters includes the “Harry Potter” films, “Percy Jackson: Lightning Thief,”  “Fantastic Four,” “Fantastic Four: Rise of the Surfer,” “Night at the Museum” and “Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian,” the latest adventure of Percy Jackson adapted from Rick Riordan’s 2nd book from the best selling series “Percy Jackson and The Olympians” finds Percy at waters’ ends dealing with shocking family revelations, saving his best friend Grover from a cyclops and battling fellow demigods to ultimately stop the evil Kronos from wreaking havoc to their world.

Tuesday, July 30, 2013

"THE WOLVERINE'S" ADAMANTIUM-STRENGTH OPENING at P95 MILLION

The Wolverine reaches box-office highs

"The Wolverine" ripped through new box-office highs earning P95 million on its four-day opening weekend in the Philippines and has now seized the Biggest Opening Weekend title for a Fox film all-time and is now the Highest Opening Weekend in the X-Men franchise.

Hugh Jackman's 6th donning of the adamantium-clawed hero evidently drew a stronghold of supporters and fans when "The Wolverine" yielded a solid P19 million earn on its opening day (July 25) with a tallied admission of 105, 045 in more than 300 screens in the country.  The first opening day figure of "The Wolverine" ebbed down "Star Wars Episode III: Revenge of the Sith's" hold as the Biggest Opening Day for a Fox film All-Time.  Likewise, "The Wolverine's" opening day box-office also surpassed "Captain America," "Iron Man," "Thor," "X-Men Origins: Wolverine," "X-Men First Class" and "X-Men: The Last Stand."

Stay Indoors this Rainy Season with European Movies on CinemaWorld

Rainy season is here!  Keep safe, stay at home and enjoy watching movies on CinemaWorld.

CinemaWorld continues to bring the best movies from different parts of the world.  The channel guarantees to cover all forms of entertainment – from action and suspense, to comedy and drama, to thriller and horror – for all members of the family.

Take pleasure in watching movies from all over Europe this month of August.  Feel the thrill and excitement with hair-raising thrillers.  Laugh your heart out with comedies.  And be ready to shed some tears with dramas.

JUST ANOTHER LOVE STORY (Kærlighed på Film)
Denmark. 2007. Thriller.

On the way to visit her family, Julia loses control of her car and gets into a major accident.  She is hospitalized and goes into a comatose.  A family man and father of two, Jonas (played by Anders W. Berthelsen), believes that he is the cause of Julia’s accident.  He continues visiting her, deceiving Julia and pretending to be her boyfriend from Vietnam, Sebastian.  Evidence that secrets cannot be kept forever, Julia’s memory slowly comes back, realizing that the boyfriend she had left behind was not the man she remembers him to be.  Just Another Love Story received words of recognition from esteemed publications such as The Chicago Sun-Times and was dubbed as a “first-class thriller” by the Daily Mirror.  Watch the Danish Thriller as it premieres on August 4 on CinemaWorld.




Swipe and Be Rewarded with PNB and Allied bank credit cards


 Spend anywhere with your 
PNB/Allied Bank and be rewarded

Be rewarded with every spend.  Just spend a minimum of P2,000 and get a discount or GC from our list of your favorite rewards.

For a P2,000 single charge slip
  • P100 discount/voucher at Sea Oil, Yoshinoya, Royce, Bon Chon, The Spa, Barre 3 and Skin
For a P6,000 single charge slip
  • P300 discount/voucher at Sea Oil, Yoshinoya, Royce, Bon Chon, The Spa, Barre 3 and Skin
For P10,000 single charge slip
  • P500 discount/voucher at Sea Oil, Yoshinoya, Royce, Bon Chon, The Spa, Barre 3, Skin and Rustan's
For P20,000 single charge slip
  • P1,000 GC at Rustan's Department store
For P30,000 single charge slip
  • P1,500 GC at Rustan's Department store
Now spending is made more rewarding with PNB and Allied Bank credit cards.

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Monday, July 29, 2013

Winning a Samsung Galaxy Mega 5.8 easy as 1-2-3

photo credit to fonearena
Win a Samsung Galaxy Mega 5.8

Yes you read that right!  A couple of our blogger friends are giving away a Samsung Galaxy Mega 5.8  Just follow directions, post your photos on FB, Twitter or Instagram to be able to join this great giveaway!

Want to know who's giving these away?  Click on the below links to join for a chance to win!




This giveaway lasts for only a few days so you better join quick!  Thanks to our wonderful blogger friends and of course Samsung Philippines for being so generous!  Hoping to win as well, good luck everyone!

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Enjoy all the fun at the Carnival with Working Mom's All About Kids Bazaar!

 Enjoy all the fun with your kids at 
Working Mom's All About Kids Bazaar

The amusement is at all new heights this August as Working Mom Magazine’s “All About Kids” event ups the standards on shopping for the family with not just a great find-filled bazaar, but a unique, one-of-a-kind indoor carnival-themed shopping destination for both kids and parents to enjoy.

On August 10 at the Rockwell Tent, Working Mom will be putting together a day that’s filled with all sorts of dazzling sights—bringing more than just a shopping experience, but a fun bonding day for the whole family.

Super sale and discounts that go up to 70% off on baby, mommy and kiddie essentials, educational toys, apparel, school supplies and books are just waiting to be discovered. Items from Babyland, Banana Peel, Nurture Nook, Baby Mama, GPG Bulilit Bookstore, Fatty Brain Toys and Rusty Lopez Kids are just some of the treats that are in store for the family

Sunday, July 28, 2013

FREE Greenwich treats with everyday spendings with EastWest Credit cards

 
Free Greenwich treats with EastWest credit cards

Just spend a minimum of P2,000, P4,000 or P8,000 (for merchant installment only) and get instant freebies from Greenwich!  This offer is open to all EastWest bank credit cardholders in good credit standing, with spends valid from July 15 to October 31, 2013.

For P2,000 spending, choice of -
  • Lasagna Supreme snack size with regular drink
  • Solo Hawaiian Classic + Spaghetti supreme with regular drink
  • Overloaded meal A (1 pc. chicken, 1/2 spaghetti, 1 rice and regular drink)
For P4,000 spending, can combine 2 slips worth at least P2,000 per slip, choice of -
  • 2 pcs. Chicken with rice and regular drink
  • Overloaded meal B ( 1 pc. chicken, 1/2 spaghetti, 1 rice, 1 barkada thick Hawaiian classic slice and regular drink
For P8,000 spending,  (for merchant installment only), choice of -
  • Ultimate Hawaiian Overload Barkada thin crust
  • 7 Cheese overload Barkada Thin Crust
  • 6 pcs. Chicken Bucket
Purchases must be made from July 15 - October 31, 2013.  Redemption is from July 15 - December 31, 2013.

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Buy an iPod Touch 4th Gen and get a Braven 570 speaker FREE!


Buy an iPod Touch 4th Gen
and get a Braven 570 speaker FREE

Who says you can't get the best of both worlds.  This time get an iPod Touch 4th gen from Beyond the Box and get a Braven 570 speaker FREE!  Get a gadget and get something that complements it FREE.  Just when you thought things weren't getting more exciting.

This promotion is limited and is valid until August 11, 2013 only.  So rush to your favorite Beyond the Box store and avail of this offer.

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adidas D Rose World Tour: Last Stop, Manila

D Rose visits Croatia, Serbia, France, and the United Kingdom

Derrick Rose of the Chicago Bulls started his D Rose Tour by visiting Zagreb, Croatia, followed by Belgrade, Serbia, London, England, and Paris, France.

Inspired by the exciting and attacking on-court play and smooth, understated off-court style of Derrick Rose, fans attended the tours to experience a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to meet the youngest ever NBA MVP (Most Valuable Player).



In Croatia, adidas held a press conference at the Drazen Petrović Memorial Center where he received a special jersey from the late NBA player’s mother, Biserka Petrović, and toured the museum. Later, Derrick met fans who won a special contest through Facebook at an adidas Store, and then dedicated the newly refurbished Tuškanac “D Rose” basketball court with Croatian-born former NBA player Gordan Giriček and Croatian women’s national basketball team Olympic silver medalist Antonija Mišura.

Catch Disney Live at 20% off with your Citi card


Citi cardholders exclusive: 20% off on tickets to Disney Live! Mickey’s Magic Show.  

Use your Citi Visa Card and get 20% off when you purchase tickets to Disney Live! Mickey’s Magic Show. Pay as low as P680 and experience the magic with Mickey Mouse and friends at the Waterfront Cebu Hotel from September 20 to 22, 2013, and at SM Mall of Asia Arena from October 2 to 6, 2013. Get your tickets now at all SM Ticket Outlets or call 470-2222. 

Offer is valid until July 31, 2013. Not yet a Citi cardholder? Apply now at www.citibank.com.ph or call the 24-hour CitiPhone Hotline at 995-9999.

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Panique outlasts Raquin in heated bid for 37th MILO Marathon finale post

MILO shatters record headcount 
with 42,214 runners in Manila race

Elite runners Eric Panique and Luisa Raterta blew the competition away at the 42K division race of the 37th National MILO Marathon Manila qualifying leg Sunday at the SM Mall of Asia Grounds, Pasay City. A record-shattering 42,214 runners joined the country’s premier footrace, marking the largest number of participants in a single race in the history of the MILO Marathon.

Along with other 42K qualifiers, Panique and Raterta each took home a cash prize of Php 50,000, a trophy and a coveted spot at the National Finals in December for their respective victories. To increase the level of competition this year, MILO will sponsor this season’s MILO Marathon King and Queen to the 2014 Paris Marathon next April.

Friday, July 26, 2013

DIRECTOR SHAWN LEVY REVEALS GOOGLE FOUNDER CAMEO IN “THE INTERNSHIP”


From his blockbuster works such as “Real Steel,” “Cheaper By The Dozen,” “Night at the Museum 1 & 2,” and “Date Night,” filmmaker Shawn Levy brings in the outcasts, the obsolete and the nerds in the upcoming comedy movie “The Internship” starring Vince Vaughn and Owen Wilson.

“The Internship” finds Nick (Wilson) and his partner Billy (Vaughn), as two newly unemployed watch salesman trying to find employment with a limited skill-set in a world that appears to have passed them by.

Wednesday, July 24, 2013

The Philippines is All In for the Biggest Race Across Southeast Asia


adidas Crowned the Philippines’ 
King and Queen of the Road 2013

adidas King of the Road 2013 proved to be one of the biggest and most anticipated races in the Philippines. Over 7,000 runners gathered at Bonifacio Global City to strive for the title of King and Queen of the Road.

adidas, an advocate of the running sport all over the world, continued its commitment by providing an opportunity for runners to engage in their passion. King of the Road does not only promote a healthy lifestyle, but camaraderie through healthy competition. 

This year’s race garnered more than 8,000 registered runners spread over three categories, 16.8k, 10k, and a new category, the 10k School Championship relay, which allows pairs to run 5k each. Race routes were marked with specific race distances and volunteer cheerleaders to encourage runners to cross the finish line. Celebrities like Sam YG, Karylle, Ramon Bautista, Isabelle Daza, Erwan Heusssaff and Rovilson Fernandez also supported the race.

An afternoon with the ambassadors at Diamond Hotel

An afternoon with the ambassadors at Diamond Hotel

In honor of H.E Harry K. Thomas Jr., Ambassador of the United States of America and H.E. Yohanes Kristiarto S. Legowo, Ambassador of the Republic of Indonesia, Diamond Hotel’s general manager Vanessa Ledesma Suatengco hosted an exclusive luncheon at the hotel’s Capricorn function room on the 27th floor.

Photo shows (L-R) Mme. Caecilia Legowo; H.E. Yohanes Kristiarto S. Legowo; Vanessa Ledesma Suatengco; Ms. Mithi Aquino; and H.E Harry K. Thomas Jr. Diamond Hotel Philippines is located at Roxas Boulevard corner Dr. J. Quintos Street, Manila. For inquiries, please call (632) 528-3000 or email bizcenter@diamondhotel.com.

For more information on Diamond Hotel Philippines, please visit www.diamondhotel.com.

For hotel updates and special offerings, follow us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/diamondhotelphilippines and Twitter at http://twitter.com/DiamondHotelPh.

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“THE WOLVERINE” AFTER-CREDITS SCENE REVEALED

 "The Wolverine" after credits scene revealed

Recent early screenings of “The Wolverine” thrilled fans when it revealed the much talked about scenes after the credits leading to the events of Bryan Singer’s “X-Men: Days of Future Past.”  

Hugh Jackman enthused and confirmed that there is in fact an after-credits teaser, which they consider as the tease of all tease. “There’s a lot of great actors in it, and if you stick around to the end of the credit of The Wolverine, you’re going to get a really nice Easter Egg for what Days of the Future Past has to offer…which we can’t reveal!” says Jackman.

Monday, July 22, 2013

Chef Laudico only trusts Crocs Bistro

Only Crocs Bistro for Chef Laudico

The man behind delicious, famed restaurants Pugon Roasters, Bistro Filipino, and Guevarras, Chef Laudico is one of the most recognizable names in the local culinary scene. And who could forget his stint as a chef judge on Junior MasterChef Philippines?

With his recently opened house restaurant slash event’s place, Chef Laudico’s restaurant, Guevarra’s, boasts of a charming ambiance with an outdoor setting. The beautifully restored old mansion is just an accessory to the sumptuous array of goodly buffet of local dish goodness. Having over 45 kitchen and dining staff, this place is expected to draw gastronomes in numbers, which is why Chef Lau only depends on one trusted footwear brand made particularly for kitchen wear.

Teen Demigod's latest perils unleashed in "Percy Jackson: Sea of Monsters"

Get ready for "Percy Jackson: Sea of Monsters"

The much adored teen demigod Logan Lerman aka Percy is back in "Percy Jackson: Sea of Monsters" to face his most perilous adventure based on Rick Riordan's best-selling second book of the same title.  Following the successful wave of the first movie "Percy Jackson: The Lightning Thief," the latest adaptation, 'Sea of Monsters" brings Percy along with his friends in uncharted waters to battle terrifying creatures and the ultimate Evil to retrieve the Golden Fleece and bring it back in time to save their world.

Directed by Thor Freudenthal, Lerman reprises his role as the titular hero, the demigod son of Poseidon, who embarks on his own, modern-day Odyssey.  “At the beginning of this film, Percy is not living up to his potential and he doubts himself,” says Lerman.   “Percy feels abandoned by his father, the Greek god Poseidon, and then, he finds out that he has a brother.”

Sunday, July 21, 2013

Get a SwitchEasy case at 50% off

Switch to SwitchEasy and get 50% off a new case!

Tired of your old iPhone case?  Can't stand looking at your same iPad case for the longest time?  Then now is the best to get yourself the fashionable SwitchEasy case!  And the offer just got sweeter!

Trade in your old case and get the SwitchEasy cast at 50% off, if you get a flyer from one of our stores, you also get it at 50% off and another thing, just print out the voucher below and guess what, you also get it at 50% off.  So what are you waiting for, head on to your nearest Beyond the Box store and avail of this sweet offer.



This offer does not last forever as all good things, so get it before its too late.  You got til August 18 to avail of this irresistible offer.

Offer also available at Digital Walker and selected Digital Hub stores.

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Win a Samsung Galaxy S4 with Sulit and Zodio

Win a Samsung Galaxy S4

It's easy as 1-2-3.

1.) Just sign up at www.zodio.com/s4sulitreferral 
2.) Share your referral link to your friends and let them join using your link.
3.) Every referral gives you a raffle entry!

So join up now and hope you win a Galaxy S4, promo is until Aug. 12, 2013.

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Win a 3D/2N Getaway for 2 to HK and Shenzhen!!!


Win a 3D/2N Vacation with CashCashPinoy!

Just do the following for your chance to win.

  1. Simply register on www.cashcashpinoy.com Don’t forget to enter your full name, email address, gender, birthday, area where you live, complete home address and mobile number.
  2. Once you register, you will get 1 raffle entry (1 member = 1 raffle entry).
Promo is on until Aug. 6, 2013.

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Saturday, July 20, 2013

TOOTHLESS AND HICCUP SOAR ONCE AGAIN “HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON 2” Trailer

How to Train your Dragon 2 trailer released

The recent release of DreamWorks Animation’s “How To Train Your Dragon 2” trailer thrilled fans worldwide as the faithful dragon Toothless and his best friend Hiccup soared on air once again.  (View latest trailer here:  http://youtu.be/BsFdEt_OAhI).

At the tail of the success of the first movie, Toothless and Hiccup are back for bigger adventures, laughs and battles as additional voice cast were revealed in this year’s Comic-Con event.  From the phenomenal series “Game of Thrones,” Kit Harrington voices an amusing dragon-trapper named Eret whom he describes as very cocky and brazen; Cate Blanchett who’s known for her role in “The Lord of the Rings” franchise also joins the cast as Valka, a savior of dragons while Djimon Hounsou (“Blood Diamond”) is cast as the voice of Drago Bludvist who chases dragons for personal vendetta.

Friday, July 19, 2013

Call Me Maybe Twitter contest - Watch Carly Rae Jepson in concert FREE!

Tweet your way to FREE Concert tickets!

Carly Rae Jepsen, the pop singer that gave us "Call Me Maybe", probably one of the greatest hits ever to hit the airwaves in our lifetime is having a concert here in Manila.  And guess what, you can even win FREE tickets to watch her perform live.

Araneta Center is giving you the chance to be 1 of 3 winners of 2 tickets to her concert on August 7, 2013, what to do?  Just follow @AranetaCenter on Twitter and follow directions as shown on the above poster.  Good luck to you and hope you win!

Use hashtag #‎CarlyAtTheBigDome‬ ‪#‎NoOtherVenue‬

Top 3 photo entries with the MOST NUMBER OF RETWEETS win!

Promo is from July 11 to August 5, 2013. 

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Coca-Cola calls on youth groups to join the 2013 TAYO Awards

Cebuano Youth Ambassadors
Coca-Cola Philippines, through its social investment arm Coca-Cola Foundation Philippines, Inc., is calling on youth groups all over the Philippines to join this year's Ten Accomplished Youth Organizations (TAYO) Awards, which recognizes the outstanding contributions of Filipino youth organizations in social development through innovative projects.

TAYO's partnership with Coca-Cola Foundation Philippines, Inc. began in 2005 through the "Coke Barkada Award," which is given to the group that best demonstrates the Coke Barkada spirit of collective volunteerism, or "working together for the community and living the value of positive action for positive change.” The winning group receives a trophy and a cash grant. The award is part of the Foundation’s response to the global initiative of Coca-Cola that aims to focus on sustainability by improving personal well-being, building stronger communities, and protecting the environment. Coca-Cola Foundation Philippines, Inc. has been the sole co-presenter of the TAYO Awards since 2006.

Win a trip to Amsterdam with KLM

Instagram your way to Amsterdam with KLM

Yes its that easy.. bring out your creative side and show KLM why you deserve to be the winner of a trip to Amsterdam!!!

Just upload a photo on instagram, showing how you would prepare for a trip to Amsterdam, caption it and use #klmgo2amsterdam, weekly best photos will receive premium items and the grand winner will be featured on KLM magazine and of course the trip to Amsterdam.  So join up for a chance to win this once in a lifetime trip.

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RYAN REYNOLDS: FASTEST SNAIL IN “TURBO”

Catch "Turbo 3D" Now playing in cinemas

In the delightful 3D animated film, “Turbo,” Ryan Reynolds stars as a snail with an extraordinary dream: he wants to be fast.  Very fast.  It’s a contradiction in terms but that doesn’t stop this tenacious creature from pursuing his ambition. Despite a series of obstacles along the way, (including opposition from his own brother, played by Paul Giamatti) the turbo-charged mollusk enlists the help of an unusual crew of supporters who cheer him on.

“Turbo” is the story of an unusual hero, an ordinary garden snail with big dreams. He may be one of the slowest creatures on the planet but he longs to be fast, speedy enough to win a legendary car race. With heart-stopping action and lively characters, the family film from DreamWorks Animation and Twentieth Century Fox centers on the engaging Theo (he changes his name to Turbo) ,voiced by the talented Ryan Reynolds, who lives in the yard of a house in Southern California. He sneaks into the garage at night to watch racing on an old TV set and is obsessed with French-Canadian world champion,Guy Gagné, (Bill Hader) the five-times winner of the historic Indy 500: [The Indianapolis 500-Mile Race] one of the world’s most prestigious car races that is held at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway.

Wednesday, July 17, 2013

Starbucks online treats for real treats!


Starbucks online contests 
you would want to join and win!

Facebook App: Snap of the Week - From July 16 - August 8, 2013 fans will be asked to upload photos based on a weekly theme via an FB app. Chosen photos will win Starbucks items and merchandise. 

Instagram #StarbucksCoffeeJourney Photo Contest - Instagram followers will be asked to upload a photo of themselves with the featured beverages anywhere in the Philippines. Chosen photos will be awarded Starbucks items. This will run from August 15 - 31, 2013.

Join these online contests for a chance to win Starbucks Merchandise and more...this week's prize is


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Mandaue Foam wants to Show Your Home!

Join and Win in Mandaue Foam's
Show Your Home Contest

Mandaue Foam wants you to win a B1T1 sofa bed by sending photos of your homes with your favorite Mandaue Foam pieces. The contest, which runs from July 1 – September 1, encourages Mandaue Foam enthusiasts to upload these photos on their Facebook Page (www.facebook.com/MandaueFoam.Ph).

Winners will be chosen during a two-week interval, and aside from winning the premiere B1T1 Sofa Bed, winners will also be given a chance to share their photos on Mandaue Foam’s blog and fan page. Participants are encouraged to be as creative as possible, and to share the joy that Mandaue Foam has brought into their homes.

For more information, like Mandaue Foam on Facebook www.facebook.com/MandaueFoam.Ph

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I'm Shoe in Love Sale event Year 3

I'm Shoe in Love Year 3
July 20 - 21, 2013
NBC Tent, The Fort

Love shoes?  How about tons of shoes, and best of all get the perfect pair at great discounts! 
The metro's biggest shoe sale is back! Come and shop with us on July 20-21, 2013 at The NBC Tent from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM for the 3rd Annual I'm Shoe in Love: Find the Perfect Pair for you!

Just as our personalities are different, everyone has their choice and preference, but you got to admit it, we just love buying shoes and it good therapy right?  There's always the perfect fair for the whole family.  Dad with his classic shoes, mom, those high-heeled wonders, brother with those sporty shoes and to the ladies, trendy and fashionable shoes.  


Find out all about it at I'm Shoe in Love Year 3.  Featuring some of the best brands, Adidas, Sperry Topsider, Ellesse, Puma, GBX, Crocs with other partners such as Bags in the City, American Eagle, Manila Sole and tons more.  So don't miss out on this great event.

“THE WOLVERINE” in a maze of powerful foes and allies


The most iconic character in the X-Men universe embarks upon on an epic journey in modern-day Japan in “The Wolverine.”  Inspired by the celebrated Marvel comic book arc, Logan (Hugh Jackman), the century-old mutant known to the world as Wolverine, is lured to a Japan he hasn’t seen since World War II – and into a shadowy realm of Yakuza and Samurai. 

Director James Mangold embraced the opportunity to take Logan directly into the heart of present-day Japan, which is as full of sleek, high-tech modernity as it is rife with deep traditions and hidden codes of honor.  “This story takes Logan into a kind of fever dream of today’s Japan, full of Yakuza, Ninja, Samurai, Industrialist crime, mystery and mysticism,” the director explains.

Tuesday, July 16, 2013

The Off Price Show at the Filinvest Tent

The Off Price Show at the Filinvest Tent
July 19 to 21, 2013

Be at The Off Price Show at the Filinvest Tent and get up to 80% off on selected items.  Get to have FREE entrance to the sale event by registering here at https://www.facebook.com/TheOFFPRICEShow/app_488161591263025

Get discounts on your favorite brands with Crocs, Elle, Kickers, Otterbox, Bershka, Puma, Skechers, Tory Burch, Tommy Hilfiger and more.  Be there or you will be missing out much!

Don't forget to register HERE to get FREE entrance to the sale event.

See how you can get to the Filinvest Tent with this map.


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Ken Jeong voices an old woman in Team "Turbo"

Ken Jeong in Team Turbo

In the 3D family comedy adventure “Turbo,” a snail learns that it takes more than talent to get to the top and that there’s no substitute for friends and family in the pursuit of a dream.

It’s a lesson that the little snail at the heart of the new animated 3D film TURBO discovers when he sets out to become a champion racing driver.  Turbo (Ryan Reynolds) has determination, drive and a sense of adventure but is an outsider within community of ordinary garden snails. He is dissatisfied with his lot; moving through life at a snail’s pace doesn’t suit his temperament.

Turbo has an outlandish fantasy of traveling over 200 miles per hour – just like his hero, a champion French Canadian racing driver. It doesn’t sound possible for a creature known for being one of the slowest on Earth, but an accident on the freeway gives the little snail incredible speed. Turbo-charged, he embarks on a wild adventure in search of racing glory. Initially Turbo has no support at all. His goals are regarded with disdain by his brother Chet (Paul Giamatti), who thinks he should settle down and forget all about racing.  Along the way he ends up with a group of racing snails in a rundown strip mall called Starlight Plaza.  The humans whom he also met became an integral part of his journey who backed him up in doing the impossible – to race in the Indy 500.

Free J.Pops on J.Co Pampanga's opening

FREE J.Pops at J.Co SM Pampanga!

J.CO SM Pampanga will open on the 18th of July!!! For all early birds, we will be giving away FREE 1 box of J.Pops for the first 50 customers in line only at J.CO SM Pampanga!! SEE YOU THERE PAMPANGUENOS!!

SM Pampanga welcomes J.Co Donuts and Coffee, now Pampanguenos will enjoy the biggest donut craze to hit Manila.

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Monday, July 15, 2013

Coconut water: Good for your health, good for your skin

Tropicana Coco Quench refreshes

Many are aware that nature’s perfect nut aids in having a healthy body, but not everyone knows that it is also one of the key beauty secrets to maintaining youthful, supple, and glowing skin.

The skin is the largest organ in the entire body. This is why being mindful in caring for your skin is vital. It’s an open secret that hydration is the foundation of a healthy skin, and it comes in two common forms: topical moisturizing and hydration as we drink. As we age, the skin loses the ability to retain high levels of water, and the earlier people start to take care of the skin, the more it will be beneficial in the long run.

Packed with vitamins and minerals, coconut water has good hydrating properties. It is known to contain high levels of electrolytes, which come in the form of potassium, magnesium, calcium, sodium, and phosphorus. Electrolytes help with the absorption and balance of the body’s internal fluids.

Summit Water is Official Hydration Partner of Cobra Ironman 70.3


It’s all systems go in Cebu, as over 2,000 participants from 33 countries in 5 continents set to arrive for the fifth Cobra Ironman 70.3 to be held on August 5. Participants are vying for a chance to qualify for the Ironman World Championships in Las Vegas Nevada to be held a month later. For the fifth consecutive year, Summit Natural Drinking Water will be the official hydration partner of the entire leg of the race.

The route will begin at Shangri-La’s Mactan Resort and Spa, where athletes have to complete a 1.2-mile swim in open water. They will then traverse Lapu-Lapu, Mandaue, Cebu, and Talisay Cities for the 56-mile bike leg, finishing up at Punta Engaño for a 13.1-mile run.

Half-Price offers at Diamond Hotel whole week from July 15 - 21

Half Price Week at Diamond Hotel
July 15 - 21

Check out these great offers
Just print the vouchers and avail of 50% off at Corniche, Yurakuen, Lobby Lounge, The Cake Club at Powerplant, The Cake Club in Bonifacio High Street and Sky Lounge Music bar.

Sunday, July 14, 2013

The first ever Dolby Atmos theatre in the Philippines opens in Promenade, Greenhills

Hear the difference at the first 
Dolby Atmos theater in Southeast Asia
Huge Bencab mural unveiled at cinema lobby

It is indeed an event of many firsts, just last July 11, the country witnessed the unveiling of the first ever Dolby Atmos equipped theater in the Philippines, first ever in Southeast Asia, first ever to launch 3 Dolby Atmos equipped theater simultaneously and lastly a first ever metal mural of a big magnitude by our country's national artist for the visual arts of Benedicto Cabrera (Bencab).

Greenhills cinemas unveiled  the 3 cinemas, under Cinema 6, 7 and 8 at the New Promenade at the Greenhills Shopping Center.

So what is Dolby Atmos?  Dolby Atmos is the revolutionary sound technology that will surely capture your greatest imagination, the best in sound technology.  It features a speaker set-up like no other and let's your hear the whole picture.  Apart from the current Dolby Surround theater most are, Dolby Atmos installs overhead speakers, giving you the whole sound picture, very immersive as the scene covers from the left to right, the top speakers give you the feeling of complete surround sound, thus hearing the whole picture.

Saturday, July 13, 2013

The Great Bellevue Sale - get up to 70% off

The Great Bellevue Sale!

The Bellevue Hotels and Resorts is having a big big sale!  Think no more, you got to have this.  Enjoy a short vacation in the city or better yet in Bohol.   Or maybe you are looking for a different gift for a very special occasion?

Come to Ayala Mall Greenbelt 5 Lobby this July 12-14, 2013 (Friday to Sunday) for the Great Bellevue Sale. Enjoy up to 70% discount on accommodation and restaurant gift certificates at The Bellevue Manila, B Hotel or The Bellevue Resort.


Enjoy a buffet at Cafe de Asie for only P899 nett!  What else get to enjoy a Dimsum-all-you-can buffet at Phoenix Court for only P999 nett for 2 persons!

Head over to Greenbelt 5 and get buying!  You got til today July 14 to enjoy this offer.

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Debenhams End of Season Sale!

Debenhams End of Season Sale
Up to 50% off

Get to enjoy up to 50% off on great selections with Debenhams End of Season Sale.  Debenhams loyalty card holders get an additional 5% off!

Check out Debenhams End of Season Sale at Glorietta 4, Trinoma, Shangri-la Plaza mall, Rustan's Makati.  Don't miss out on this sale, get it until August 1, 2013.

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Power Plant mall welcomes Brooks Brothers and Pylonnes

Brooks Brothers and Pylones
Now Open at Power Plant Mall

Power Plant Mall welcomes you to the colorful and animated world of Pylones, and the world of classic clothing by Brooks Brothers.

Founded in France in 1985, Pylones has wowed customers with thoughtful designs and innovative twists on everyday objects for more than 25 years.  Passing through the doors of a Pylones store brings you into a vibrant world where a creatively curated collection of characters both surprise and delight.

Brooks Brothers is known for classic clothing and apparel for men, women & kids including non-iron dress shirts, dress pants, suits, ties, jackets, blazers, and shoes. In 1818, Henry Sands Brooks founded Brooks Brothers, the first ready-to-wear fashion emporium in America.

Since then, Brooks Brothers has become an institution that has shaped the American style of dress through fashion innovation, fine quality, personal service, and exceptional value in their products.

Catch the best of both worlds with Pylones and Brooks Brothers, visit them at Rockwell Power Plant Mall today.

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Lugang Cafe Feast all-you-can!

Lugang Cafe Feast all-you-can

And your prayers have been answered.  Yes!  Lugang Cafe is giving you the chance to enjoy this great offer and enjoy an endless array of their famous Xiao Long Bao.  Order from their special menu just for this treat. 

Choose from unlimited servings of their appetizers from Vietnam egg rolls, boiled pork dumplings, pork wontons in spicy chili oil and more, on to their dimsum favourites with steamed Pork/ Chicken/ Kimchi Xiao Long Bao, Steamed dumplings plus you get unlimited refills of their Black Pepper Beef fried rice, Golden Fried Rice with shredded pork and plain rice as well as you may wish.

Complete the meal with unlimited soup servings of Velvet chicken and sweet corn soup or pork spareribs and turnip soup.

AirAsia celebrates 5th World’s Best Title with 2 million Promo Seats

P5.00 airfare seats with AirAsia 
celebrating 5th World's best title!
Fly from Clark International Airport to Kalibo, Davao, 
Hong Kong and Kuala Lumpur from as low Php 320 all-in

AirAsia was recently named the World’s Best Low Cost Carrier for the fifth consecutive year by Skytrax, and to celebrate their success they have launched a ‘high-five’ themed campaign with the hashtag #Hi5AirAsia to collect as many ‘high-fives’ as possible from the public throughout the region. The high-fives were translated into the number of total promotional seats available for the campaign which started Monday, 8th July 2013.
Two million ‘high-fives’ were collected throughout Asia, and to thank all AirAsia guests for their overwhelming support towards the campaign, 2 million promotional seats will be available from a base fare of RM0.05 (exclusive of taxes and fees) to all of AirAsia’s route network.
All-in-fares inclusive of taxes and fees start from as low as RM26.05 (Php338.65) one way to domestic destinations such as Alor Setar, Langkawi, Penang, Kota Bharu, Kuching and more; while international destinations such as Singapore, Hatyai, Krabi, Surat Thani, Phnom Penh, Bangkok, Bandung, Siem Reap and many more are from RM49.05 (Php 784.80) one way.
These promotional seats are available for booking online at AirAsia’s website, www.airasia.com from now until 2359hrs (GMT+8) of Sunday, 14 July 2013. Guests will be able to travel from 10 February up to 5 August 2014. 

So what are you waiting for!  Book now!


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Friday, July 12, 2013

FEEL THE FURY OF “THE WOLVERINE”

The Wolverine

Set in Japan and directed by James Mangold Logan aka Wolverine played by Hugh Jackman is back in the ultimate story about the adamantium-clawed hero, “The Wolverine.”

“The Wolverine,” vulnerable and alone at the start of the movie, is searching for meaning in his life.  Logan travels to Tokyo where he is embroiled in a mysterious web of tangled loyalties, deceit and intrigue, fighting bloody battles against deadly adversaries in a world that is entirely foreign to him.

The most iconic character in the X-Men universe embarks upon on an epic journey in modern-day Japan, the century-old mutant known to the world as Wolverine, is lured to Japan that he hasn’t seen since World War II – and into a shadowy world of Yakuza and Samurai. 

Thursday, July 11, 2013

Shop at Uniqlo's Thank you day!

Uniqlo Philippines says "Thank You"

In celebration of Uniqlo Philippines' 1st year in our country, they are giving us a Uniqlo Thank you day!  Get to enjoy special anniversary offers for a great selection of items at discounted prices you will surely love.

Get a FREE Uniqlo umbrella for a P2,500 purchase from July 12 - August 5.  Shop at your favorite Uniqlo stores at SM Mall of Asia, The Block at SM City North Edsa, SM Aura Premier, SM Pampanga, SM Fairview, Glorietta 5

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Travel Madness Expo 2013 - a 3 day Mega Travel Sale

Travel Madness Expo 2013
SMX Convention Center
July 12 - 14, 2013

Get the best deals in travel, accommodation and everything else you want to enjoy in life.  Get lower than regular travel and ticket prices with Philippine Airlines, travel to anywhere in the world, cruise away with Star Cruises and live life.

Travel Madness Expo 2013 is all you will ever need to fulfill all your travel pleasures.

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