Caprice Cayetano Is Embracing Her ‘Sidequest Era’ — And She’s Loving Every Moment

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LIFESTYLE | July 15, 2026

Rising teen star and Pinoy Big Brother Celebrity Collab 2.0 Kapuso Teen Big Winner Caprice Cayetano embracing what many Gen Zs call their “sidequest era” as the new face of Smart Prepaid's Power All offers (Image Source: Starmometer/Smart Communications Inc.)

From acting to arts and crafts, gaming sessions, and even dreams of becoming a pastry chef, rising teen star Caprice Cayetano is proving that she’s far from limiting herself to just one passion. Fresh off her reality show win, the 17-year-old actress is embracing what many Gen Zs call their “sidequest era” — trying new hobbies, discovering hidden talents, and simply enjoying the journey without feeling pressured to have everything figured out. 

The Art TV Designed For Every Home: Samsung’s 2026 The Frame Combine World-Renowned Art, Premium Entertainment And Seamless Design To Modern Living Spaces

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LIFESTYLE | July 15, 2026

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Art has long been a reflection of personal style, helping homeowners shape spaces that feel uniquely their own. Today, that expression extends beyond traditional mediums and into the devices that occupy the heart of the home, including the television. Designed to seamlessly blend art, technology and design, the 2026 Samsung The Frame transform the TV from a screen into a statement piece. Whether displaying artwork from a world-renowned exhibition, showcasing personal photographs, or delivering immersive entertainment, Samsung’s Art TVs are designed to complement modern living spaces while elevating everyday experiences. 

Live The Life You’ve Always Imagined — Landco’s Philippine Lifestyle Visa Makes It Permanent

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LIFESTYLE | July 15, 2026

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Imagine waking up to the sound of waves. Stepping onto a balcony that overlooks the sea. Spending your days exactly as you’ve always pictured retirement or remote work should feel — unhurried, sun-drenched, and surrounded by everything that makes life genuinely good. For a growing number of global retirees and digital nomads, the dream of making the Philippines home and living by the sea is no longer a dream deferred or distant aspiration. Through the Philippine Lifestyle Visa (PLV) — an exclusive program by Landco Lifestyle Ventures (LLV) — it is simply a new way of life. 

8 Kilometers, 8 Brutal Stations: Team PUMA PH Conquers 1st HYROX Jakarta

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SPORTS | July 15, 2026

Team PUMA PH at HYROX Jakarta (L-R): Luis Padilla, Mia Salisbury, Liz Kuzcera, Hong Beom-seok, Beef Co, Kelby Uy, and Macky Macatangay (Image Source: Corner Magazine PH/Megaworld Hotels & Resorts)

Filipino grit took on one of the world’s toughest fitness races as PUMA Philippines’ elite roster of athletes delivered standout performances at HYROX Jakarta, bringing their strength, speed, and determination to the Nusantara International Convention Exhibition (NICE) in Jakarta, Indonesia. 

TARA! Your Next Great Getaway Is Already Here: Megaworld Hotels & Resorts Calls For Filipinos To Travel More, Explore Deeper, And Reconnect

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LIFESTYLE | July 15, 2026

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“Tara!”, a familiar Filipino colloquial expression meaning “Come on!”, “Let’s go!”, or “Join me!”, embodies the warmth, spontaneity, and shared spirit of exploration that define Filipino travel. Drawing inspiration from this simple yet powerful phrase, Megaworld Hotels & Resorts (MHR) named its newest campaign TARA! as a heartfelt call for Filipinos to travel more often, explore deeper, and reconnect with the destinations through affordable stays and value-driven travel experiences. 

Platinum Karaoke Launches PK Audio, A New Generation Of Portable Party Speakers And Lifestyle Audio

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LIFESTYLE | July 15, 2026

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Platinum Karaoke, one of the Philippines' most trusted entertainment brands, officially introduces PK Audio, a new lifestyle-driven audio category designed for today’s generation of music lovers, karaoke enthusiasts, travelers, and party-goers. Built for modern Filipino lifestyles, PK Audio expands the Platinum Karaoke experience beyond traditional home karaoke systems by combining powerful sound, portability, stylish design, and instant karaoke entertainment into one connected ecosystem. 

Games For Change Reveals 2026 Festival Speakers As Global Leaders Gather To Reimagine Play

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GAMING | July 15, 2026

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Games For Change (G4C), the largest nonprofit championing games and immersive media for social impact, recently announced more speakers who will headline the 23rd annual G4C Festival, taking place on July 21-22, 2026 at The Glasshouse in New York City. These speakers join a lineup built around the theme "Reimagining Play" – shaping how we experience the world, connect, and drive real-world impact by bringing global humanitarian response, player wellbeing, and purpose-driven studios into the same conversation. 

Entertainment News: Sparkle GMA Artist Center Celebrates 99 Graduates Of Sparkle Prime Workshops

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ENTERTAINMENT | July 15, 2026

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Future stars took center stage as Sparkle GMA Artist Center celebrated the graduation of 99 students from its Sparkle Prime Workshops during a special ceremony held at GMA Network Center's German Moreno Studios last July 4, 2026. The event recognized graduates from four programs — Fundamentals of Acting, Specialized Acting, Kids 360, and Real Talk Real Presence Public Speaking — highlighting Sparkle's commitment to developing aspiring performers through industry-led training. 

Dreams Are Worth Running For: EastWest Dream Run Returns For Its Second Year

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LIFESTYLE, SPORTS | July 15, 2026

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Launched in 2025 as part of EastWest’s 30th Anniversary celebration, the inaugural EastWest Dream Run brought together around 14,000 runners, dreamers, and families nationwide. Building on that momentum, the EastWest Dream Run returns in 2026, inviting Filipinos once again to lace up, show up, and run for their dreams. In partnership with RUNRIO, one of the country’s leading race organizers, EastWest is bringing the EastWest Dream Run to four cities in 2026 — Manila, Clark, Iloilo, and Cagayan de Oro. 

School-In-A-Bag Reaches Far-Flung Schools In Southern Leyte

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LIFESTYLE | July 15, 2026

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Students in remote schools in the province of Southern Leyte learn how to read and solve mathematical equations using interactive tech-powered educational tools found inside School-In-A-Bag (SIAB) packages. The latest deployment, sponsored by the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) in collaboration with PLDT Inc. (PLDT) and Smart Communications Inc. (Smart), Department of Education (DepEd) Region 8, and the Philippine Business for Social Progress (PBSP), marks the global agency’s fourth and largest deployment of SIAB kits to date. 

Sentosa Unveils A Magical Island Adventure With Disney Cruise Line

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LIFESTYLE | July 15, 2026

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Sentosa Development Corporation (SDC) recently announced a collaboration with Disney Cruise Line with the launch of a three-month island-wide summer festivities titled A Magical Island Adventure: Let’s Set Sail With Disney Cruise Line. This is the first-of-its-kind large scale transformation of Sentosa where beloved Disney stories and characters inspired by the Disney Adventure’s seven themed areas will be featured all across the island’s precincts, landscapes and natural character. Activities run daily from now until September 20, 2026, inviting guests to create their own unique exploratory destination around Sentosa. 

‘Ragnarok: The New World’ Team Faces Hardcore Player Scrutiny Head-On

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GAMING | July 15, 2026

Content creators Junqko and Shipdont from Thailand and Myrtle Sarrosa and Nikkinikki from the Philippines inside GRAVITY Game Hub's Shanghai studio as “chief examiners” conducting a rigorous one-day surprise assessment of Ragnarok: The New World (Image Source: Business Mirror/GRAVITY Game Hub)

In an era where game marketing feels increasingly homogeneous, it’s rare to see a team willingly hand the reins of judgment over to their community. Ragnarok: The New World recently extended a special invitation to four gamers to visit its Shanghai studio to act as “chief examiners” and conduct a rigorous one-day surprise assessment of the development team ahead of its July 16, 2026 global release. 

Crunchyroll Announces ‘Solo Leveling: Beyond The System’ Theatrical Film And ‘Ghost Of Tsushima Legends’ Character First-Look Among Major Reveals At Anime Expo 2026

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ENTERTAINMENT | July 15, 2026

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Crunchyroll, the ultimate destination for fans to enjoy anime globally, took the stage at Anime Expo 2026 with a slate of major announcements spanning theatrical films, highly anticipated new series, and expanded fan experiences. Highlights from the annual Crunchyroll Showcase at the Peacock Theater included the reveal of Solo Leveling: Beyond the System, a character first-look at the upcoming Ghost of Tsushima Legends anime, and multiple world premiere debuts. Hosted by Tim Lyu and Lauren Moore, the showcase delivered new trailers, surprise appearances, and first-look reveals for fans in attendance and around the world. 

A+E Korea Launched New Romantic Comedy Love In Sync

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ENTERTAINMENT | July 15, 2026

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A+E Korea’s new romantic comedy series Love In Sync premiered last July 4, 2026, bringing together Kim Myung-soo, Kang Min-ah, Kwon So-hyun and Shin Woo-gyeom in a heart-fluttering story about romance, growth and unexpected emotional connection. Love In Sync follows a woman who lacks empathy and a man burdened by others’ emotions and a man who carries too much of it. Through a surreal phenomenon known as “emotional transference”, the two become emotionally connected and gradually relearn what it means to understand and care for others. Love In Sync airs fresh new episodes every Saturday at 10:50 pm (KST) on Lifetime Korea, LG U+tv Mobile and Disney+ in Korea. The series is also available globally via Disney+ in Japan and Viu across multiple territories in Southeast Asia, Oceania and the Middle East. 

TAICCA, Museum Of The Moving Image Announce Three-Year Partnership For Taiwanese Immersive Content In New York

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ENTERTAINMENT | July 15, 2026

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Taiwan Creative Content Agency (TAICCA) and the Museum of the Moving Image (MoMI) announced a new three-year partnership dedicated to showcasing Taiwanese moving image art and immersive technology in New York City. The agreement builds on the strong performance of their 2025 collaboration, Portals Of Solitude: Virtual Realities From Taiwan, which logged over 3,000 screenings with near-90% daily capacity — clear evidence of sustained market demand for Taiwanese immersive content in North America. 

Gaming News: Games Of The Future 2026 Announces Mobile Legends: Bang Bang MOBA Mobile Tournament In Astana

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GAMING | July 15, 2026

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Games Of The Future (GOTF) has announced that Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB) will feature in its MOBA Mobile event in Astana. The tournament will include sixteen teams invited by GOTF who will compete for the US$900,000 prize pool. The lineup includes returning competitors from GOTF 2025 and new challengers making their Games Of The Future debut. The sixteen teams set to compete are Bumblebees, Bigetron, PRO eSports, Geekay eSports, Aurora, Bushido Wildcats, Team Spirit, FUT eSports, Alpha7 eSports, Entity7, DFYG, The MongolZ, Falcons, Team Vamos, ONIC, and Selangor Red Giants. This summer, MLBB returns to Games Of The Future for a second consecutive year, bringing its fast-paced, high-stakes action back to the global phygital stage. 

Portside Game Assembly In Hamburg Establishes Itself As The Conference For International Exchange Among Indie Game Studios — 2027 Date Announced

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GAMING | July 12, 2026

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Hamburg Kreativ Gesellschaft, through its Gamecity Hamburg initiative, launched the second edition of the Portside Game Assembly last June 25-26, 2026 where 100 participants from established indie game studios from 13 countries exchanged ideas on a conference ship about the ongoing challenges faced by studio leaders. With the Hamburg Harbor as a backdrop, participants discussed the development of new games, collaborations, and long-term successful marketing in a confidential atmosphere. What sets Portside Game Assembly apart is its curated list of participants which enables studio heads to exchange experiences and make new contacts on an equal footing. Following very positive feedback on the conference, the Portside Game Assembly will be held again in Hamburg on June 24-25, 2027. 

Crunchyroll And TMS ‘Peel’ The Curtain Back On ‘Bananya Buddies’, An Original Game Based On The Beloved Anime, And 10th Anniversary Anime Special

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ENTERTAINMENT, GAMING | July 12, 2026

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Crunchyroll, the global brand serving anime-fandom worldwide, and TMS (Tokyo Movie Shinsha), one of the largest and most established anime studios, join forces to publish a brand-new game, Bananya Buddies, and release the “Bananya 10th Anniversary” anime special. Befriend a “bunch” of Bananyas when Bananya Buddies, a mobile cat-collecting game based on the beloved anime shorts streaming on Crunchyroll, launches this Summer exclusively on Crunchyroll Game Vault. Pre-registration on Google Play is available now and with the App Store coming soon. 

Paddling With Pride: Filipino Teams At The 50th Hong Kong International Dragon Boat Races

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SPORTS | July 12, 2026

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Filled with Filipino pride, two dragon boat teams racing under the Philippine flag showcased their skills and grit when it came to braving the waters of Hong Kong. The Philippine Dragon Boat Federation (PDBF) Elite team and the Alliance of Masters Dragon Boat Club competed in the 50th Sun Life Hong Kong International Dragon Boat Races (IDBR) where more than 4,500 athletes from 16 countries gathered for one of Asia’s biggest dragon boat competitions last June 27-28, 2026. 

Watsons Philippines Champions Advance Early Diabetes Detection Through Partnership With Diabetes Philippines

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LIFESTYLE | July 12, 2026

L–R: Watsons Philippines Senior Category Manager for Health Business Jayvee Creus, Watsons Philippines Marketing Supervisor for Health Anna Katrina Nuñez, Diabetes Philippines Inc. President Dr. Fatma Tiu, Watsons Philippines Group Category Manager for Health Business Darcy Co, Watsons Philippines Category Manager for Health Business PJ Gaffud (Image Source: Punto! Central Luzon/Watsons Philippines)

Leading health, wellness, and beauty retailer Watsons Philippines continues to champion accessible healthcare through meaningful partnerships that empower Filipinos to take charge of their health. With diabetes remaining one of the country’s most pressing health concerns, affecting millions of Filipinos and often going undetected until serious complications arise, the need for accessible screening, education, and early intervention has never been more critical. Recognizing this challenge, Watsons has been working alongside Diabetes Philippines Inc. to bring preventive healthcare closer to communities nationwide.