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Josh (Josh Dela Cruz) and Blue skidoo to New York City in “Blue’s Big City Adventure,” the very first movie in the “Blue’s Clues” franchise. Follow the duo as they meet new friends and discover the magic of music, dance, and following one’s dreams, as Josh gets the opportunity of a lifetime to audition for Rainbow Puppy’s Broadway musical. Fans across Southeast Asia can watch the movie starting April 29, 2023, on the Nick Jr. channel.

Reinforcing its commitment to the sports community in the Philippines, TikTok will unveil an array of in-app features and effects, fostering better connections between Pinoy fans and athletes.

The Pan Pacific Hotels Group’s Singapore flagship property adds to its leadership team ahead of its soft opening on 1 June. Amelia Matheson, Director of Food & Beverage and Pedro Samper, Executive Chef came on board Pan Pacific Orchard this month, armed with strong CVs in luxury hospitality and big ambitions to create some of the city’s most inspired food and drink experiences. With a combined experience of over three decades, Matheson and Samper have developed a keen sense of global industry trends and are determined to win over Singapore’s discerning diners.

A state-of-the-art engineering and technology center is being developed by the University of the Visayas, the first-of-its-kind in Cebu. The Centre of Excellence will serve as a campus-wide innovation hub focused on applying cutting-edge technologies - to produce qualified, world-class graduates in engineering, architecture, and science.

On April 22, 2023, Vista Land, the country’s leading integrated property developer in the country, launched its maiden estate offering in northeastern Luzon, NuCiti by Vista Estates. The event took place in Chateau Leonor Resort in Tuguegarao City and was graciously hosted by Julibelle Bulan. Entertaining the audience with contemporary production numbers was the Indak Dance Company.

As the world commemorates Earth Day, leading food processing and packaging solutions company, Tetra Pak, calls attention to sustainable solutions that can play an important role in solving the world’s sustainability challenges and puts the spotlight on paper-based carton packages that are already enabling greater access to safe food for people everywhere.

Dissociative identity disorder (previously known as multiple personality disorder) is a complex and misunderstood psychological condition. It can have an incredibly disruptive impact on everyday life, disrupting many aspects such as personal relationships, work life, travel pursuits, and social activities. But with the right support and treatment, it’s possible to effectively manage the disorder and lead a meaningful life. Here are some tips from experts on managing dissociative identity disorder. And if you feel overwhelmed and unsure of where to turn, it’s important to remember that help is always available.

Life is full of happy moments, but no one could anticipate the joy I got when my son was born. For months leading up to his birth, I tried to imagine how it would feel to hold him for the first time and look into his eyes. Even with all the usual problems with the pregnancy phase where I and my beautiful wife were in a constant love-hate relationship, we still both managed to arrive at the finish line when I held my son in my arms.

Child-focused humanitarian organization World Vision recently honored Shopee, the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan, for its unwavering and generous support to World Vision’s various projects for vulnerable children and communities in the Philippines via Project Salute.

A credit card, just like any other form of debt, has often been vilified as a money sucker. But used wisely and responsibly, it can prove highly beneficial, especially for fresh college graduates who are on their adulting journey.

AXA Philippines, one of the leading insurance providers in the country, is here to help you level up your outfit of the day (OOTD) game this summer with its latest Emma by AXA PH promo. From April 11 to 30, AXA customers who download and register to Emma by AXA PH app will have the chance to win GCash vouchers worth Php 2,000, which they can use to spice up their summer style.

A family holiday can be a truly unforgettable experience where you’ll get the chance to make memories that you and your loved ones will treasure forever. When it comes to planning a family holiday, it can be easy to feel overwhelmed by the sheer number of different options out there. However, careful planning it essential if you want your family holiday to be a success. Check out these ideas for fun family trips and our tips for common mistakes to avoid.

PLDT’s wireless unit Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) recently supported Bulacan State University’s (BulSU) and Modern Nanays of Mindanao’s launch of Mother’s Milk (MoM) app in Cagayan de Oro City, in collaboration with Rotaract Carmen. BulSU, a partner of Smart Wireless Engineering Education Program (SWEEP), started the MoM as the Liquid Gold (Breastmilk) Tracker as its entry to Smart’s Innovation Generation Program (InnoGen) in 2020, earning one of the top spots in the competition and a P100,000 grant from the telco.

Johnson & Johnson Vision,* a global leader in eye health and part of Johnson & Johnson MedTech, today announced the launch of 1-DAY ACUVUE® MOIST and 1-DAY ACUVUE® DEFINE® contact lenses in the Philippines.

If you are a father to a Gen Z or Gen Alpha child, you know that these kids are born with digital intelligence and a good fashion sense. In their eyes, a fashion faux pas is an unforgivable crime. The moment you become a father, you also start adapting to and adopting some of their ways. You have to work for them and play with them, and all of this while being appropriately dressed for it. And appropriately dressed means not even neglecting your footwear.

Are you considering planning a family vacation sometime soon? Vacations can be a great opportunity for family members to spend quality time together, away from the distractions and responsibilities of daily life. However, if you’re planning on travelling with teenagers, planning the ultimate family getaway can get quite complex, even at the best of times.