Author: Flow Galindez

Tagged as the doll-face beauty queen by her supporters at the Miss International 2018 that happened in Japan on November 9, Ahtisa Manalo was announced 1st runner-up. The Miss International 2018 crown was given to Mariem Velazco of Venezuela. Meanwhile the rest of the runner-ups include Reabetswe Sechoaro from Sounth Africa (2nd), Bianca Tirsin from Romania (3rd) and Anabella Castro Sierra from Colombia (4th). During the final speech, Ahtisa shared her dreams if she became Miss International. According to her she wanted to use her influence in reaching out to the youth. She mentioned at the early age, she already…

Starting November 2, Starbucks is bringing back their all-time favorite holiday beverages to usher Christmas season. They are brining all two classic Starbucks holiday beverages including Toffee Nut Crunch Latte and Peppermint Mocha, and the new Snowy Cranberry White Mocha. Starbucks Toffee Nut Crunch Latte is a returning favorite that has a subtle caramelly sweetness topped with whipped cream and toffee crunch. The rich buttery toffee flavors and aroma of toasted nuts make the perfect partner for Starbucks espresso roast. Meanwhile, Starbucks Peppermint Mocha also a returning favorite offers a combination of espresso and steamed milk sweetened with flavors of…

The much-awaited Samsung Galaxy A7 is officially available nationwide! The new Galaxy A7 features triple camera that allows users to capture more sights and details anywhere they go. With the SRP of Php 17,990 in all Samsung stores and authorized dealers, you can create breathtaking and unrestricted wide-angle photos with the standout 120° Ultra-Wide Lens. Highlight what matters with the Galaxy A7’s Depth Lens with Live Focus, which adjusts blur levels to create sharp contrasts and beautiful bokeh effects. Take crisp and clear shots under any lighting condition with the 24MP camera with low light F1.7 aperture. For selfie squad,…

Every year, tens of thousands flock to Bacolod City in Negros Occidental for MassKara Festival, one of the most colorful and fun festivals in the Philippines. Started as a way to uplift the spirits of Negrenses in the midst of a sugar crisis and a devastating tragedy, the MassKara Festival celebrates the unbreakable spirit of Filipinos with lively street parties, colorful parades, dance and music concerts, and food fests. With tons of things to do and sights to see, it can get overwhelming. But to make it easier, Smart has whipped up some of the biggest parties and awesome activities…

The annual Starbucks Christmas tradition will start on November 2 for the 2019 Starbucks Philippines Planner. This time it is more exciting because Starbucks also will be releasing for the first the Starbucks Travel Organizers. It will give options to avid fans of Starbucks to choose from the two regular planners and two travel organizers. And to make it easier in the collection of stickers. They will only collect total 18 stickers of any handcrafted and Christmas beverages of their choice without limiting it to a certain number of a particular drink. Any drink from tall, grande or venti Starbucks…

Speculation is finally over! The Asia’s Songbird Regine Velasquez-Alcasid is officially home with Kapamilya network ABS-CBN. After her appearance in the recent ABS-CBN Ball 2018 that ignited on her network transfer and later her former network, GMA Network already issued a statement on her decision to leave the station. On October 17, Regine together with her husband Ogie Alcasid, sister Cacai Velasquez and ABS-CBN Management including Laurenti Dyogi welcomed her in a red carpet with the employees of ABS-CBN at the Eugenio Lopez Junior Communications Center (ELJCC) Building Executive Entrance. LOOK: Regine Velasquez-Alcasid arrives at ABS-CBN | via Kiko Escuadro…

Kapamilya actor Ejay Falcon earns positive reaction in connection with his two-episode stint at the on-going Korean drama entitled Where Stars Land (Fox Bride Star). He played the character of Ian Santos in the episode 7 of the Korean series. In the episode, he was denied to enter Korea during his arrival at the Incheon Airport. The reason his passport doesn’t match with the details on the person who will be entering the country. Which means he has fake papers. The reason for coming to Korea is wanting to see his wife Mari played by Lauren Young. Lauren’s appearance appeared…

Arriving in all theaters nationwide starting May 24, 2019, the well-loved 1992 animated film of Disney entitled “Aladdin” now has a live-action version. The movie will still have the key characters including the charming street rat Aladdin and the courageous and self-determined Princess Jasmine. Not to mention the Genie who may be the key to their future. The film is directed by Guy Ritchie, who brings his singular flair for fast-paced, visceral action to the fictitious port city of Agrabah, the film is written by John August and Ritchie based on Disney’s “Aladdin.” “Aladdin” stars Will Smith as the larger-than-life…

After the successful run of the 1977 post-war Japanese play by Shimizu Kunio entitled “The Dressing Room: That Which Flows Away Ultimately Becomes Nostalgia” in 2016 along with its Filipino translation, “Ang Dressing Room: Kung Saan Lubusang Pangungulila ang Dulot ng Agos ng Panahon,” Dulaang Unibersidad ng Pilipinas (DUP) is bringing back the critically-acclaimed production on November. It will run on November 7 until 25 with an all-female cast (English) on 7, 8, 9 (7PM), 10, 11 (10AM AND 3PM), 21, 23 (7PM) 24 (3PM), 25 (10AM) and an all- male cast (Filipino) on 13, 14, 15, 16 (7PM),17, 18…

For only two weekends from October 13 to 21, Philippine Educational Theater Association (PETA) is bringing back A Game of Trolls in line for their 51st theater season with the theme Stage of the Nation, the organization aims to utilize the arts and engage artists to contribute to the discourses that concern our nation. A Game of Trolls is one of the performances they will be showcasing within the campaign. The musical that uses various musical genre such as rock, rap, R&B and more aims to communicate with the younger ground about the story on Martial Law. At the same…