A night of great music, good food at Soundbites 2016, A Food and Music Festival at Robinsons Malls

Soundbites 2016 - A Food and Music Festival at Robinsons Malls

Robinsons Malls brings back Soundbites 2016, but this time they took it to another level by giving you not just an entertaining good time but a gastronomic fun food fare, to eat, sip and enjoy with the many artists of Soundbites to give you an experience you will remember for a very long time.

MX4D at Vista Cinemas Evia quadruples the thrill of watching blockbuster movies

When Batman V Superman: Dawn of Justice premiered March 26, 2016 in the Philippines, long lines of die-hard fans of the Bat of Gotham and the Son of Krypton formed in theaters.

But formany, watching the movie once was not enough. The MX4D experience now available in the Philippines let moviegoers double the fun and excitement of watching the super blockbuster in 4D.

An historic day for the MICHELIN Pilot Sport EV

The inaugural Paris ePrix took place in chilly but dry weather, a first for the MICHELIN Pilot Sport EV and a challenge to which it rose without flinching.

The first Formula E race in the streets of Paris was a moment that the teams had long been waiting for, especially the French teams, of course, and also Michelin, a founding partner of the innovative electric single-seater series.

Bruce Willis' latest heist movie “PRECIOUS CARGO” directed by former army officer Max Adams

Bruce Willis plays merciless crime boss in the gritty action heist movie “Precious Cargo” also starring Claire Forlani and Mark-Paul Gosselaar.  In “Precious Cargo” Eddie (Willis) hunts down the seductive thief Karen (Forlani) who failed him. In order to win back Eddie’s trust, Karen recruits her ex-lover and premier thief Jack (Gosselaar) to steal a cargo of rare precious gems. But when the job goes down, allegiances are betrayed and lines are crossed as Jack, Karen and Eddie face off in a fateful showdown.

Get race ready with the Fit for Summer Sale in Industria at Circulo Verde!

The hottest summer sale in the north of the metro is hitting Industria at Circulo Verde starting April 28 to May 1, from 11AM to 10PM.

The Fit for Summer Sale by Light’N Up will be bringing the best sports and active lifestyle products in the country into one convenient place. Whether you’re a runner, a cyclist, or a mountaineer, this sporting goods sale will have the quality equipment and clothing for athletes of all kinds and levels.

The Great Brazilian Madness! Up to 80% off on your favorite Flip flops!

Enjoy up to 80% off at the Great Brazilian Madness Sale 

in SM Megamall

       

Beat the summer heat in style and enjoy 80% off on your favorite footwear brands at the Great Brazilian Madness Sale happening at the SM Megamall B, Megatrade Hall 3. 

From April 29 to May 1, 2016, enjoy a wide range of footwear style and selection with Ipanema’s colorful and trendy flip flops, Grendha’s sophisticated yet playful sandals and wedges or Rider’s after-sport and adventure footwear. 

So be chic and fashionable this summer season and swing by the Great Brazilian Madness Sale!

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The Four Horsemen unleashed in this year's biggest battle spectacle “X-MEN: APOCALYPSE”

The critically hailed blockbuster “X-Men: Days of Future Past” was a tough act to follow.  Following his acclaimed work, director Bryan Singer takes the franchise to new heights with “X-Men: Apocalypse,” in which the X-Men battle the original and most powerful mutant -- Apocalypse.

Nicholas Hoult and Kristen Stewart dare to fall in love in “EQUALS”

In the romantic science fiction drama “Equals,” Kristen Stewart and Nicholas Hoult play star-crossed lovers being watched closely by a Big Brother in a future where emotions are disabled to achieve a peaceful society.

Produced by Ridley Scott’s production house, Scott Free and directed by accomplished filmmaker Drake Doremus, “Equals” is an emotionally and visually arresting film from a screenplay by Nathan Parker based on a story idea from Doremus.

Hyper-kinetic action movie “HARDCORE HENRY” shot on GoPro cameras

Prepare for a mind-blowing immersive cinematic encounter in “Hardcore Henry” as it gives the audience a chance to experience the entire film through the point-of-view of its main character (cyborg) named Henry. 

NBA opens Manila office to expand efforts in the Philippines

The National Basketball Association (NBA) announced today that the league has opened an office in Manila, Philippines, as part of its commitment to grow basketball and the NBA’s business initiatives in the country.

NBA Philippines Managing Director Carlo Singson will lead a dedicated local staff  to assist NBA headquarters in continuing the growth of all of the NBA’s business lines in the country, including television, digital, merchandising, events and grassroots programs, and social responsibility.  Singson’s nearly two-decade career with the league has included stints in the league’s headquarters in New York City and in the Hong Kong regional office.

Get your PSBank Auto Loan today and enjoy the perks

Great deals await those who will apply for a PSBank Auto Loan through the latest addition to the Bank’s digital offerings—the PSBank Online Auto Loan Application.

Individuals who will apply for a PSBank Auto Loan through PSBank Online Auto Loan Application from March 21 to May 16, 2016 will get a free comprehensive insurance on the first year and free chattel mortgage.

Newest All-Stars announced at National training camp of Jr. NBA/Jr. WNBA Philippines 2016 presented by Alaska

Ten boys and five girls—comprised of players from Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao—were selected as Jr. NBA and Jr. WNBA All-Stars during the last day of the Jr. NBA/Jr. WNBA Philippines 2016 presented by Alaska National Training Camp at the SM Mall of Asia Music Hall on April 24.

"The summer will be extra, extra hot as Big Brand Summer Sale goes for a Replay!

Big Brand Summer Sale Replay!
April 25 to May 1
10am to 7pm 
State Center Building, Binondo 

Shout out to all sneaker heads and gadget geeks! Your favorite Adidas and Nike bestsellers are still all up for grabs! We have given you proof during the last run, and we are bringing them back for you!

We are also loaded with gadgets accessories this time! Accessories for your mobile phones, laptops, tablets are present in this much awaited event.

adidas Group makes plastic shopping bags history

To celebrate Earth Day, and to underscore its ongoing commitment to sustainability, the adidas Group announced that plastic shopping bags will be removed from its own retail stores globally. The switch to paper bags will be implemented immediately, with Russia and Kazakhstan following in June 2016.  

Additionally, over the last year, the adidas Group has worked closely with its partners, resulting in the vast majority of its franchisees committing to paper bags by the end of June 2016. 

Western Digital enhances its Datacenter portfolio with WD Gold hard drives

New Color Designated Line Features up to 8TB Capacity with Optimal Performance, High Capacity and Enhanced Reliability for Datacenter Applications

Western Digital Corporation (NASDAQ: WDC), a world leader in storage solutions, today announced the expansion of its award-winning color portfolio with a new line; WD Gold™ datacenter hard drives.  WD Gold datacenter hard drives are designed for a broad range of applications – including small- to medium-scale enterprise servers and storage, and rack-mount datacenter servers and storage enclosures.

Wheels continues to roll through summer

Matteo takes a special friend on an unforgettable road trip aboard the Porsche Boxster

After a successful coverage of the 2016 Manila International Auto Show (MIAS) in its previous episode, Wheels, PhilSTAR TV’s premier motoring TV show, continues to roll through summer with more joyrides and cars to boot. Join its top-notch motoring journalists Matteo Guidicelli, Kap Maceda Aguila, Ulysses Ang and Angel Rivero as they go behind the wheel of some of the hottest rides this summer.


First stop: Matteo takes a special friend on an unforgettable road trip aboard the Porsche Boxster. Find out who this special friend is, where their road trip brought them, as well as the slick and clever features of this roadster.

Box-office hit romantic comedy director Garry Marshall brings big-hearted movie “MOTHER’S DAY”

Garry Marshall, who moved everyone to tears of joy with his classic and endearing romantic comedies such as “Pretty Woman,” “The Princess Diaries,” “Beaches,” “Dear God,” “New Year’s Eve” and “Valentine’s Day” connects the world once again with his latest star-studded movie “Mother’s Day” starring Julia Roberts, Jennifer Aniston, Kate Hudson and Jason Sudeikis in a celebratory and inspiring story of what “Mother’s Day” really means to each of them.

Russian filmmaker's irreverent viral video expands to immersive videogame “HARDCORE HENRY”

Ilya Naishuller is a Russian-born filmmaker and front man for the Moscow punk band Biting Elbows. His band’s groundbreaking, irreverent video “Bad Motherfucker” became a viral sensation, catching the attention of fans around the world, attracting over 120 million views. Producer/director Timur Bekmabetov was one of those fans and he encouraged Naishuller to expand his vision into a feature length film and the result was “Hardcore Henry,” an action-packed, immersive experience told completely from the point-of-view of a cyborg named Henry who’s been brought back from the dead by his wife Estelle (Haley Bennett) and soon finds himself surrounded with an army of mercenaries out to kill him and his wife.
 

Ipanema unveils newest collection featuring renowned global designer Philippe Starck

Brazilian shoe brand Ipanema collaborates with world-renowned creator Philippe Starck for its newest collection set to be launched in the Philippines by March 2016. 

The Ipanema with STARCK collection will feature four distinct designs, offered in a myriad of colors. These dynamic sandals are inspired by various possible life styles and moods to recognize all dimensions of the modern woman, such as arty, glamour, nature and sophisticated chic.

NBA and Cloudfone announce new multiyear partnership in the Philippines

CloudFone to Provide NBA Promotions and Experiences for Fans Nationwide

The National Basketball Association (NBA) and CloudFone, the flagship mobile phone and tablet brand of Cellprime Group, one of the Philippines’ top technology companies, announced today a new multiyear marketing partnership.

CloudFone will engage consumers by providing access to NBA content on its mobile devices, interactive digital campaigns and NBA-themed phone accessories.  Additionally, CloudFone will be integrated into the NBA’s marquee events in the Philippines, including the Jr. NBA/Jr. WNBA Philippines presented by Alaska, the league’s global youth basketball participation program, as well other initiatives such as NBA FIT and NBA 3X Philippines.

Brilliant hacker wanted in espionage action thriller “CRIMINAL” - Now Showing!

The thrilling espionage movie “Criminal” starring Ryan Reynolds, Gal Gadot, Kevin Costner and Tommy Lee Jones tracks the story of the right man in the wrong body. In a last-ditch effort to stop a diabolical plot, a dead CIA operative’s memories, secrets, and skills are implanted into an unpredictable and dangerous death-row inmate in hopes that he will complete the operative’s mission.

Papa John's 50% off Pizza Madness is back!

Hurry to the nearest Papa John’s and enjoy your favorite party sized classic pizzas at half the price from 2-6PM from Mondays to Fridays. Bonus pizza variants to choose from every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Purchase any Coke product to avail this promo. Valid for dine in and take out only.

Have a Papa John’s Better Ingredients, Better Pizza today!  This offer is valid Mondays to Fridays starting to day until July 1, 2016

To know more about the promotion, please visit and like Papa John’s Pizza Philippines Facebook or
@papajohnsphil on Instagram.

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Game of thrones' Richard Madden fights terrorism in “BASTILLE DAY”

Richard Madden who has gained mainstream attention with his notable role in the global hit TV series “Game of Thrones” takes action on the big screen in “Bastille Day” starring alongside award-winning Idris Elba. Michael Mason (Madden) is an American pickpocket living in Paris who finds himself hunted by the CIA when he steals a bag that contains more than just a wallet. Sean Briar (Elba), the field agent on the case, soon realizes that Michael is just a pawn in a much bigger game and is also his best asset to uncover a large-scale conspiracy.
 

The Conductor: Nike salutes Kobe's final performance

As Kobe Bryant’s 20-year pro basketball career concludes this evening in Los Angeles, Bryant playfully orchestrates a symphony of cheers and jeers in Nike’s new film, “The Conductor,” which illustrates the athlete’s polarizing effect among players, coaches and fans, whom many have loved and others have loved to hate.

Dance movie “HIGH STRUNG” stars world's most talented dancers

In a city where only the best succeed, two radically talented people from opposite sides of the tracks need to find harmony to achieve their dreams in the highly-motivating fish-out-of-water film “High Strung” starring award-winner ballerina Keenan Kampa and multi-talented artist Nicholas Galitzine.
 

Unlocking CIA's top secrets from the mind of a “CRIMINAL”

Hollywood’s brightest young and veteran stars Ryan Reynolds, Gal Gadot, Kevin Costner, Tommy Lee Jones and Gary Oldman star in “Criminal” -  the story of the right man in the wrong body.

Celebrating Summer with Soundbites 2016 at Robinsons Malls

Soundbites Food and Music Festival
Robinsons Malls
April 15 - May 14, 2016

It's one hot summer indeed, and Robinsons Malls is here to make it all the more hotter with the biggest and best OPM Jams you have seen.

Be there where all the action happens and get to see and hear Bamboo, Up Dharma Down, Hale, Itchyworms, Rico Blanco and more! Enjoy Robinsons malls Soundbites Food and Music Festival for FREE, How?  Click on below to find our more.

Legendary battle with the most powerful mutant in “X-MEN: APOCALYPSE”

Following the critically acclaimed global smash hit “X-Men: Days of Future Past,” director Bryan Singer returns with the most awaited “X-Men: Apocalypse” that will open in cinemas (Phils.) on May 18 nationwide from 20th Century Fox.
 

“HARDCORE HENRY” elevates and alters movie viewing experience coming soon to cinemas

Get ready to watch and play in “Hardcore Henry,” one of the most unflinchingly original wild-rides to hit the big screen in a long time.   You experience the entire film through the main character Henry.
 
As the film begins, you remember nothing, just look around. Mainly because you’ve just been brought back from the dead by your wife (Haley Bennett). She tells you that your name is Henry. Five minutes later, you are being shot at, your wife has been kidnapped, and you should probably go get her back. Who’s got her? His name’s Akan (Danila Kozlovsky); he’s a powerful warlord with an army of mercenaries, and a plan for world domination. You’re also in an unfamiliar city of Moscow, and everyone wants you dead. Everyone except for a mysterious British fellow called Jimmy (Sharlto Copley.) He may be on your side, but you aren’t sure. If you can survive the insanity, and solve the mystery, you might just discover your purpose and the truth behind your identity.

Makati hosts first outdoor International Bonsai Exhibit

An exquisite line-up of beautiful bonsai was recently on display at the Ayala Triangle Gardens, where the country held its first-ever outdoor display of these trees last March.

Over 180 plants from 350 exhibitors were featured during the first Bonsai Clubs International Regional Convention 2016, with many of the trees flown in from Japan, Taiwan, and other countries. Filipino bonsai enthusiasts also flew in from all over the country to display their bonsai, as well as view the trees on display. Also on display for guests to marvel at were 30 large bonsai from across the Philippines.

Batman Vs. Superman in MX4D doubles the thrill of movie watching at Vista Cinemas in Evia

 The long wait is over. Batman V Superman: Dawn of Justice premiered March 26, 2016 in the Philippines, and as expected, long lines of die-hard fans of the Bat of Gotham and the Son of Krypton formed in theaters.

But for many, watching the movie once is not enough. With the MX4D experience now available in the Philippines, why not double the fun and excitement of watching this super blockbuster in 4D?

MICHELIN Pilot Sport Cup 2 tires fitted to the BMW M4 GTS

Specially developed versions of the MICHELIN Pilot Sport Cup 2 tires will be the sole original equipment fitment on the new limited special model BMW M4 GTS.

As a track car that is approved for road use, the job of Michelin’s engineers was to design an ultra-high-performance tire which is able to operate safely in a variety of road and track conditions around the world. To this end, the MICHELIN Pilot Sport Cup 2 tires for the BMW M4 GTS were produced using not only Bi-Compound asymmetric tread patterns but also an asymmetric casing design. This offers the optimum balance between handling, grip and tire life.

Kobe Countdown fuels Love and Hate.. Farewell Kobe

Love him or hate him, the Black Mamba’s prolific and successful career has fueled both joy and anger. In a nod to this duality, as the clock winds down on Kobe Bryant’s career, NIKE, Inc. is celebrating one of its most accomplished athletes with a befitting global tribute. 

Beginning today, Nike-sponsored athletes worldwide will celebrate the player many love to hate by wearing black and gold shoes, a metaphoric nod to Bryant’s golden career fading to black on April 13.

Adrenaline rush in inspiring revolutionary dance movie “HIGH STRUNG”

A hip hop violinist meets a ballerina in the high-energy dance movie “High Strung” where two misfits didn’t belong until they believed in each other and go head to head against the best of the best in the Manhattan Conservatory of Arts Peterson Dance contest.
 

Terror ticks as another bomb threatens to explode on “BASTILLE DAY”

Timely as today’s major concerns on battling terrorism comes the riveting action film “Bastille Day” based on true events starring Idris Elba and Richard Madden out to stop a series of bomb attacks in Paris.
 

Nike celebrates Villanova University's National Championship Win

Nike congratulates the Villanova University men’s basketball team, led by coach Jay Wright, on its second national championship — and first since 1985. Villanova defeated the University of North Carolina 77-74 to finish the season 35-5, while becoming the 16th NIKE, Inc.-sponsored NCAA Division 1 men's basketball champion in the last 20 years.

Villanova University head coach Jay Wright wins his first National Championship. He was named 2016 Naismith Men's College Basketball Coach of the Year.

This year, Nike marks the monumental occasion with an official championship T-shirt and hat, worn on-court by the players as they celebrated the win. Both apparel items are available at nike.com.

The Villanova University men's basketball team captured their first men's national title since 1985 and its second overall. Under the watch of Coach Jay Wright, they finished a historic season with a 35-5 record while becoming the 16th NIKE Inc. sponsored Division 1 men's basketball champion in the last 20 years.

Nike celebrates the 2016 Villanova Men's Basketball Team title with an official championship T-shirt and hat, worn on court by the players upon the final buzzer. Both items are available at Nike.com.

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Stars and celebrities dazzle at the Century Tuna Superbods Nation finals night

 Century Tuna Superbods Nation

Finals Night April 10, 2016

The glitziest and most glamorous night is about to happen as some of the country’s hottest stars, celebrities, and past Superbods winners come together on April 10, 2016 at the Palace Pool Club for the Century Tuna Superbods Nation 2016, the sexiest, most awaited health and fitness event of the decade.

John Lloyd Cruz is Western Union's Global Ambassador for OFWs

John Lloyd Cruz takes on new role of becoming Western Union’s Global Ambassador for Overseas Filipinos

Managing to stay relevant to his audience, John Lloyd Cruz accepted the role of becoming the new face of Western Union, making him the ambassador for all overseas Filipinos around the world who are sending money for better.

Anna Kendrick and Sam Rockwell Killer couple in R-Rated Romcom “MR. RIGHT”

Blending dancing, violence and romance into one-of-a-kind hybrid entertainment, “Mr. Right” stars Anna Kendrick as manic Martha who falls in for Francis (Sam Rockwell), a professional assassin with a cause.
 
When Martha discovers that her new beau is a professional hitman, who kills the people ordering the hits.  But the bodies pile up, Martha must decide whether to flee or join her man in the mayhem.
 

Ryan Reynolds and Gal Gadot hold key secrets in intense action-packed “CRIMINAL”

The star-studded and high-octane action film “Criminal” headlines Kevin Costner, Ryan Reynolds, Gal Gadot, Tommy Lee Jones and Gary Oldman in a fresh, provocative spin on the espionage action-thriller that probes the secret world of memory and identity, as it propels an unwitting death row killer into the consciousness of a dedicated CIA agent in a ferocious race against time.