PH celebs who play PUBG Mobile

As PUBG Mobile Philippines today shared that all seven Philippine teams made it to the finals of the inaugural PUBG Mobile Challengers League - Southeast Asia Spring 2024, they also shine the spotlight on local celebrities who play the battle royale mobile game.

Ken of SB19 a.k.a. Felip

Ken of SB19

Ken Suson, a member of the P-pop kings SB19, not only conquers the stage with his mesmerizing performances but also dominates in PUBG Mobile. He's been playing PUBG for four years. Ken, whose real name is Felip Jhon Suson, maneuvers through the map with precision, leading his squad to victory. Often seen streaming his gameplay sessions, Ken, known in the PUBG world as Felip, engages with fans on how to excel in PUBG Mobile. Catch him on Tiktok as he unveils PUBG Mobile streams for both gaming and P-pop fans alike.

In a video greeting posted on Facebook by PUBG Mobile yesterday, Ken sent his best wishes to the competing Philippine teams.



Myrtle Sarrosa

Myrtle Sarrosa cosplaying as manga character Nobara Kugisaki

Rising to prominence after being declared the “Pinoy Big Brother: Teen Edition 4” big winner, Myrtle Sarrosa maintained her popularity as a cosplayer and actress. Her passion for gaming resonates with fans, inspiring fellow gamers to pursue their dreams both in and out of the virtual world. She unveiled the very first customizable skin in PUBG Mobile, with the Spectre Slayer in the Royal Pass A1.



Ryan Bang

Ryan Bang at the Asia Artist Awards 2023

Comedian and television host Ryan Bang, who is Korean by blood and Filipino by heart, brings his signature humor to PUBG Mobile. While he may not always bring home the chicken dinner, playing with Ryan is an enjoyable gaming experience for his teammates and entertaining for his viewers.



Led by the PUBG Mobile National Championships winner Harame Bro, the teams 214 Akira, Exquisite Esports, Dread Esports, ELV8 Esports, Playbook Esports (PBE), and Enigma Harame Bro are out to battle the best from Myanmar, Cambodia, and Singapore during the PUBG Mobile Challengers League - Southeast Asia Spring 2024 grand finals this weekend.

Former Senator Bam Aquino, who is also a gamer, has also expressed his support to the Philippine teams.




Pia Wurtzbach’s wax figure now in Madame Tussauds Singapore

Miss Universe 2015 Pia Wurtzbach is making waves in Singapore with the arrival of her wax figure at Madame Tussauds Singapore for a limited time only. The multifaceted queen, who is now also a successful actress, host, and entrepreneur, first made history in 2019 as the first Filipino wax figure to be featured in Madame Tussauds.

Since then, Pia has also launched her debut novel, “Queen of the Universe,” became a TEDx speaker on mental health, and featured Singapore on her TV program, “Pia’s Postcards.” The course of her career post-Miss Universe has proven to chart a brilliant incline, it’s no wonder that fans are calling for her wax figure to be featured at Madame Tussauds Singapore. Many hope to see Pia’s figure, who wears a replica of the iconic Swarovski-embellished royal blue ball gown by Michael Cinco, which she wore when she passed on the crown in 2016.

Pia herself is thrilled and grateful for the opportunity to reach more people with her wax figure, whom she fondly refers to as P2. “I’ll never forget the first time I saw my wax figure by Madame Tussauds. It was a bit shocking and thrilling at the same time, and the unveiling was the highlight of my life. I’m excited that I get to share another moment with P2 and have fun with my fans, this time in Singapore. I hope they enjoy interacting with my ‘twin’ and getting their own crowning moment.”

Her popularity is testament to how her work has inspired many — a fact acknowledged by Madame Tussauds Singapore. “Pia is an outstanding woman who has made many achievements in life,” shared Elaine Quek, Head of Sales, and Marketing at Madame Tussauds Singapore. “We know there are many Pia fans out there who would like to see the queen up close. We are happy to have her figure at our attraction and hope many would take this opportunity to not only witness the amazing likeness, but also admire the craftsmanship that had a hand in making the figure.”

To celebrate this moment with Pia’s fans, Madame Tussauds Singapore partnered with Klook — world leading travel and activities booking platform, Philippine Airlines, and Resorts World Sentosa — Asia’s premium lifestyle destination resort. Fans visiting Singapore can expect to enjoy a host of exciting experiences throughout their journey. Guests can also enjoy a special “Queen” promotion on Klook which includes admission to Madame Tussauds and a copy of Pia’s novel, “Queen of the Universe.”

Pia’s wax figure is currently available for viewing from March 24 to September 1 at Madame Tussauds Singapore, among many other strong female personalities such as Dua Lipa, Michelle Yeoh, Serena Williams, Audrey Hepburn, and more. For more information on Madame Tussauds Singapore’s exciting range of interactive experiences, visit madametussauds.com/Singapore.

Madame Tussauds Singapore celebrates her 10th year anniversary this year and is kicking off celebrations with a slew of exciting figure launches, activities, and promotions throughout the year. To stay updated on upcoming launches, follow Madame Tussauds Singapore on Facebook, @mtssingapore on Instagram, @MTsSingapore on X, and @TussaudsSingapore on YouTube. (Media OutReach Newswire)


Kim Nam-joo and Cha Eun-woo on

What to watch on Disney+ this March 2024

This National Women's Month, Disney+ offers entertainment showcasing the power of women and more. Here's what to watch on Disney+ this March 2024:

‘Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour (Taylor’s Version)’

Taylor Swift
Taylor Swift

Premiering March 15

Taylor Swift basks in the glory of her domination era. Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour (Taylor‘s Version) offers a history-making cinematic experience directed by Sam Wrench.

This edition of the highest-selling concert film of all time will feature Taylor Swift's hit “cardigan” and four additional acoustic songs.

‘Wonderful World’

Kim Nam-joo and Cha Eun-woo on "Wonderful World"
Kim Nam-joo and Cha Eun-woo on "Wonderful World"

Starring: Kim Nam-joo, Cha Eun-woo, Kim Kang-woo, Im Se-mi

Premiering: Now available

What is a woman willing to do for her child? When a professor’s son is killed without consequence, a grieving mother will go to extraordinary lengths to exact her revenge.

Later on, she meets a mysterious medical school dropout who suffers from similar trauma as her. Can their similar pain lead them to justice?

‘Grey’s Anatomy’ Season 20

Cast of “Grey’s Anatomy”
Cast of “Grey’s Anatomy”

Starring: Ellen Pompeo, Chandra Wilson, James Pickens Jr., Kevin McKidd, Kim Raver, Camilla Luddington, Caterina Scorsone, Chris Carmack, Jake Borelli, Richard Flood, Anthony Hill, Alexis Floyd, Harry Shum Jr., Adelaide Kane, Midori Francis, Niko Terho

Premiering: March 28

Officially the longest-running medical drama on television, the 20th season of “Grey’s Anatomy” picks up where season 19 left off with several characters in danger. Meredith Grey is faced with a situation in which she could challenge the norm at the risk of jeopardizing her own research and future in the world of medicine. And the new batch of interns continue with their journey and navigate their and their patients‘ lives inside the Grey-Sloan Memorial Hospital.

‘X-Men ’97’

X-Men ’97

Starring: Jennifer Hale, Lenore Zann, George Buza, A.J. LoCascio, Alison Sealy-Smith, Holly Chou, Chris Potter, Anniwaa Buachie, Ray Chase, Cal Dodd, JP Karliak, Adrian Hough, Matthew Waterson, Isaac Robinson Smith, Catherine Disher, Chris Britton

Premiering: March 20

“X-Men ’97” revisits the iconic era of the 1990s with The X-Men, a band of mutants that prominently feature beloved powerful female characters such as Jean Grey, Rogue, and Storm. They continue to use their uncanny gifts to protect a world that hates and fears them and are challenged like never before, forced to face a dangerous and unexpected new future.

The 96th Academy Awards

Premiering: March 1

Ladies can rock the red carpet and slay on the stage! Watch the women of Hollywood get their due recognition on the biggest and most prestigious night in the movie industry. From all the glitz and the glam of the red carpet event beginning at 6:30 a.m to the unforgettable winning moments of films and performers at the main ceremony happening at 7:00 a.m., the Oscars will be broadcast live from the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, California, and live streamed exclusively on Disney + Philippines.

Women’s defining moments

Hong Su-Zu in “The Impossible Heir”
Hong Su-Zu in “The Impossible Heir”

In the world’s wildest domains, a woman exemplifies strength, resilience, passion, and her ability to rise up to the occasion. The character-defining moments women face are beautifully captured and boldly revealed in these titles:

  • “The Impossible Heir”
    Now available
  • “Abbott Elementary” Season 3
    March 13
  • “Queens”
    March 5
  • “Renegade Nell”
    March 29

Women face the adversities

“Star Wars: The Bad Batch”
“Star Wars: The Bad Batch”

Whether in the world of football, in the battlefield, or in the face of a tyrannous king, women can find comrades in men to fight through adversities and achieve a common goal.

  • “Star Wars: The Bad Batch” Season 3
    Now available
  • “Sand Land: The Series”
    March 20
  • “Next Goal Wins”
    March 27

DHL Express rolls out electric vehicles in PH

DHL Express rolls out more electric vehicles in PH

DHL Express, the world’s leading international express service provider, has taken another giant leap in its sustainable logistics journey by introducing 25 new electric vehicles (EVs) into its fleet in 2024. This expansion goes beyond Metro Manila, reaching provincial areas like Cebu, Subic, and Clark for the first time.

The new fleet of EVs brings the company's total EV count to 47, making up a quarter of the whole delivery fleet in the Philippines. The additions include 10 trucks, 8 vans, and 7 motorcycles. This expansion underlines DHL Express' commitment to reducing its environmental footprint and fostering a sustainable future, as it extends its impact across the country.

“We're investing in our commitment to sustainability. Our efforts are evident in the new electric vehicles introduced in the Philippines. These vehicles might come at a higher cost, but they offer a priceless environmental benefit without compromising our customer service quality and couriers’ experience. We're not just focusing on Metro Manila but have also extended our eco-friendly services to the provinces, proving that our commitment to the environment is nationwide," shared Nigel Lockett, the Country Manager of DHL Express Philippines.

Integrating these EVs will significantly contribute to the reduction of carbon emissions and lower operating costs, reinforcing DHL Express' leading position in the logistics industry. This is in line with the Group's global target of running 60% of its pick-up and delivery services with electric vehicles by 2030.

DHL Group has committed to invest EUR7 billion to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. This includes expanding its net-zero-emission e-vehicle fleet as part of its sustainability roadmap.

With its latest venture into provincial areas with electric vehicles, DHL Express Philippines is not only setting new standards in the logistics industry but also reaffirming its unwavering commitment to a greener and more sustainable future.


Lionsgate Play offers action-packed March lineup

Are you ready for an adrenaline rush? Lionsgate Play ups the ante this March with a thrilling lineup that will keep you glued to your screens. Witness daring heists, confront supernatural forces, and join the hunt for dangerous criminals — these movies and series are guaranteed to hook you from start to finish. If you’re ready for action where everything’s on the line, buckle up for a wild ride with Lionsgate Play.

Here are Lionsgate Play’s top picks this month:

‘Bus 657’

Release date: March 1

Jeffrey Dean Morgan stars as Luke Vaughn, a dealer at an Alabama casino who badly needs money for his daughter’s operation. He goes to his boss, “The Pope” (Robert De Niro), to ask for a favor but gets turned down. As a last resort, he partners with a greedy co-worker (Dave Bautista), and together they hatch a plan to rob the casino. Cue guns, a bus hijacking, run-ins with the cops and local mobsters, and thrilling action sequences that will have viewers of this film rooted to their seats.

‘Golda’

Release date: March 8

“Golda” is a biographical film that chronicles the life of Golda Meir (Helen Mirren), one of Israel’s most iconic leaders. As Prime Minister, Golda had to lead her nation through the Yom Kippur War in 1973, where they faced attacks from Egyptian and Syrian forces. Also known as the ‘Iron Lady of Israel,’ Golda’s determination and grit during one of the darkest chapters in Israel’s history solidified her as one of the most influential leaders in the world.

‘Senorita 89’ Season 2

Release date: March 15Following a dramatic first season, the glamorous Mexican telenovela is back to deliver more dark secrets from the world of beauty pageants. In Season 1, Isabel (Natasha Dupeyrón) was crowned queen, and Concepcion’s (Ilse Salas) luxurious La Encantada empire fell apart. With Season 2, the 90s are in full swing and Mexico’s two main television networks battle to impose a new queen. Senorita 89 promises to deliver even more riveting drama and intrigue about the cutthroat world of beauty pageants.

‘All I See is You’

Release date: March 15

Gina (Blake Lively) is a blind woman whose life slowly changes after she gets a corneal transplant and regains her sight. As she embraces her newfound independence, her husband, James (Jason Clarke), gets increasingly jealous and insecure. And the more Gina sees the world, the more she starts questioning everything she knows about herself and her marriage.

‘211’

Release date: March 29

211 is the police code for a potential robbery in progress, exactly what Officer Mike Chandler (Nicholas Cage) and his partner stumble on during a routine patrol. With a troubled high school student under their care and the rest of the city policemen dispatched to investigate a bombing, Chandler has to rely on his wits and training to survive the ruthless criminals.

Here are more exciting content this March:

‘Manhunt: Unabomber’ Season 1

Release date: March 22

American drama anthology series “Manhunt: Unabomberis based on a fascinating true story about the FBI’s hunt for the infamous domestic terrorist known as the Unabomber. The story follows FBI profiler Jim Fitzgerald (Sam Worthington) who is tasked to track down the elusive Unabomber, Ted Kaczynski. What follows is eight episodes of a psychological game of cat-and-mouse and a captivating portrayal of one of the most notorious manhunts in U.S. history.

‘The Lost Room’

Release date: March 29

Miniseries “The Lost Room” follows Detective Joe Miller (Peter Krause), who stumbles on the key to a mysterious room and discovers it’s a supernatural portal to anywhere in the world. After his daughter, Anna, disappears into the room, a desperate Joe delves deeper into the room’s secrets and discovers a series of occult objects, each with a specific power. But while Joe wants to use the room’s powers to find his daughter, his quest is complicated by others who want to use the room for their own motives.

Mark your calendars for these titles coming to Lionsgate Play this March!


Converge paints the nation purple, boosts fiber internet plans

At the heels of its clean sweep of Ookla Speedtest Awards in February, leading Philippine fiber broadband provider Converge ICT Solutions Inc. is proving yet again its fiber technology is second to none — it recently boosted its FiberX plans by as much as 600 Mbps for free for its existing customers.

In celebration of its successive wins, Converge held a lighting ceremony of its Manila headquarters, illuminating it in dazzling purple as well as key areas across the country. Converge also lit up Plaza Anghel in Angeles City, Fort San Pedro in Cebu City, and Damosa IT Park in Davao City. The brilliant display was simulcast online and in front of media guests, brand ambassadors, and subscribers symbolizing Converge's commitment to connect and brighten the lives of Filipinos nationwide.

Recently crowned as the fastest and most awarded internet service provider in the Philippines, Converge is enabling this speed boost in gratitude to its over 2 million customers.

Converge boosted its fiber plans: Its FiberX 1500 plan now has 300 Mbps, an upgrade from 200 Mbps.  FiberX Plan 2000 and FiberX Plan 2500 now have speeds of 500 Mbps and 700 Mbps.

Consistent with the vision of Converge to empower Filipinos and businesses, the free upgrade of its affordable and unlimited bandwidth fiber plans introduces boosted packages for a faster and superior digital experience. The company’s flagship FiberX 1500 plan now has 300 Mbps, an upgrade from 200 Mbps. Converge previously upgraded the plan in June 2022 from 50 Mbps to 100 Mbps, and again in November 2022 from 100 Mbps to 200 Mbps.

“As more customers turn to our solutions for their internet needs, we stay rooted to our commitment towards exceptional service as shown by our wins in the Ookla Speedtest Awards. This speed upgrade is our way to say we are in full #BoostMode in ensuring our customers can enjoy a much better online experience with us as their connectivity partner,” said Converge CEO and Co-Founder Dennis Anthony Uy.

FiberX Plan 3500 now has 1 Gbps speed.

Other plans with speed increases include FiberX Plan 2000, FiberX Plan 2500 and FiberX Plan 3500, which now have speeds of 500 Mbps, 700 Mbps, and 1 Gbps respectively. Subscribers on work-from-home or learn-from-home arrangements using the award-winning Converge Time of Day fiber plans have also been boosted up to 1 Gbps which will enable them to get double their subscribed bandwidth from 7:00 a.m. to 6:59 p.m. for the Day Plan, and from 7:00 p.m. to 6:59 a.m. for the Night Plan.

Gaming-focused GameChanger subscribers also get a major speed boost of at least 500 Mbps up to 1 Gbps, allowing for an ultra-high-speed, high prioritization, low latency, and low jitter gaming experience.

The nationwide and automatic speed increase special offer will be effective from today until March 31, 2024. All existing residential subscribers with subscription plans ranging from FiberX Plan 1500 to 7000 are eligible for the speed boost. No additional eligibility criteria, cost, or sign-up is required.

“Converge has always been about amazing customer experience and our awards prove that. The annual speed increase that we gift to our more than 2 million subscribers is just one of our pledges to our customers,” said Converge EVP & Chief Commercial Officer Benjamin B. Azada. “This speed boost underscores Converge’s commitment to bridging the gap with the best in the world in terms of connectivity, affordability, and experience.”

GameChanger subscribers also get a major speed boost of at least 500 Mbps up to 1 Gbps.

Based on Ookla's Speedtest Global Index, the average fixed broadband speed in the Philippines as of January 2024 is 93.31 Mbps for download and 93.05 Mbps for upload. As of the second half of 2023, Converge reached top download speeds of 457.56 Mbps and top upload speed of 448.15 Mbps. Ookla is the global leader in mobile and broadband network intelligence, testing applications, and related technologies. Converge also secured awards in multiple categories during Ookla’s Speedtest Awards, including Best Internet Gaming Experience, Best Internet Video Experience, and Top-Rated Internet Experience in the Philippines.

NCR subscribers can further have seamless, instant, and HQ video experiences with Converge Vision Xperience Box, an all-in-one entertainment hub with over 88 multi-genre and multi-language local and international channels. The company is currently offering it with no cash out and plans to roll out the box to regional customers very soon.

Considered as the youngest and most robust end to end fiber network in the Philippines, Converge has been narrowing the digital divide and advancing digital democracy as the world undergoes rapid digitalization. The company's mission is to extend connectivity to the farthest and least developed areas of the Philippines to empower all Filipinos and businesses.