Mobile Legends: Bang Bang Celebrates 10th Anniversary Across 10 Countries As It Charts The Future Of Its Global Journey

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LIFESTYLE, GAMING | October 19, 2026

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Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB) marked its 10th anniversary with simultaneous celebrations across 10 countries last October 9-11, 2026, drawing tens of thousands of fans to events spanning Asia, Europe, and Latin America. Held under the theme "ALL IN MLBB", the celebrations brought MLBB's heroes, communities, and culture to life, marking a decade of growth shaped by its players. 

Taipei Game Show Announces Indie Game Award 2027 Finalists

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GAMING | October 19, 2026

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The Taipei Game Show has announced the next-round lineup for Indie Game Award 2027, its international awards program for indie games. This year’s competition is being held in collaboration with PlayStation® and attracted 731 entries from 53 countries and regions, representing over 40% growth over last year. Teams from Belarus and Madagascar entered for the first time, adding to the competition’s growing international diversity and making this year’s field even more competitive. 

From Local Stage To Grand Finals: LG xboom IDOL 2026 Spotlights Iloilo Talent

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LIFESTYLE | October 19, 2026

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LG Electronics Philippines brought music, movement and local talent together as LG xboom IDOL 2026 made its Iloilo stop at Festive Walk Iloilo, giving aspiring Filipino singers and dancers a platform to showcase their skills in front of the local community. The Iloilo leg welcomed 14 registrants with 11 semi finalists advancing to the competition. Seven semi-finalists also came together for the opening production number, setting an energetic tone for a day celebrating music, performance and local talent. 

Lenovo AI Express With NVIDIA Accelerates Path To Hybrid AI Factory In Weeks

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TECHNOLOGY | October 19, 2026

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New Quick-Start Program Speeds Order-To-Ship To 15 Days For Validated, Right-Sized AI Factory Configurations, Helping Customers Move From AI Strategy To Operations Faster

Lenovo recently announced the Lenovo AI Express, a new accelerated path to production AI that removes deployment complexities by giving customers of all sizes quicker return on their AI investment. 

“NBA On Prime” Tips Off Second Season With Exclusive Coverage Of Eastern Conference Finals For First Time, Marquee Roster Of On-Air Voices, And AI-Powered Broadcast Innovations

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SPORTS | October 19, 2026

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Prime Video tips off its second season of NBA on Prime with a season-long schedule of marquee matchups including exclusive coverage of the Eastern Conference Finals. In addition, Prime Video will feature immersive broadcast innovations headlined by Amazon's AI-driven Prime 360 highlight technology and a personalized fantasy basketball integration with Yahoo Sports. 

Sharp Introduces The Perfect Combination For Home Entertainment With New AQUOS 4K TV And THE ARENA Speaker

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LIFESTYLE | October 19, 2026

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SHARP Philippines introduces the newest addition to its home entertainment lineup, the SHARP AQUOS JJ5000X Series and THE ARENA TS-2010P-BK, a powerful combination designed to bring the cinematic experience home. The newest 4K Google TV JJ5000X Series is now available in bigger screen size, delivering stunning visuals that make every movie, show, game, and entertainment experience feel larger than life. Meanwhile, THE ARENA TS-2010P-BK produces immersive sound that makes you feel like you are part of the scene. 

McDonald’s Philippines Crowns Chicken Legends, Recognizing The Best Of The Crew Behind Every Napakalaki At Napakasarap Na Chicken McDo

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LIFESTYLE | October 19, 2026

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After its months-long nationwide search for the best Chicken McDo Experts — the crew responsible for ensuring that each piece of Chicken McDo meets the gold standard of napakalaki and napakasarap — McDonald’s Philippines has finally crowned the best of the best as its first-ever Chicken Legends, in a simulcasted event across three of its branches last October 6, 2026. 

Home Credit Builds Futures Beyond Classrooms, Transforming Lives And Strengthening Community Resilience In Typhoon-Hit Catanduanes

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LIFESTYLE | October 19, 2026

Employees of Home Credit Philippines work together to revitalize learning spaces at Salvacion Elementary School as part of the company’s community outreach initiatives. (Image Source: pageone/Home Credit Philippines)

For more than a decade, Home Credit Philippines has been helping Filipinos move closer to a more rewarding life through accessible financial solutions while creating meaningful impact beyond financing through initiatives that advance education, support communities, and foster long-term resilience. 

Sports News: PSC To Host East Asia Cup 2026 At Rizal Memorial Baseball Stadium

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SPORTS | October 19, 2026

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The crack of the bat will once again echo through the storied walls of the Rizal Memorial Baseball Stadium as Manila hosts the East Asia Cup 2026, presented by the Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) and slated to be held on December 7–13, 2026, where six nations from across Asia including the Philippines will converge on the capital, turning the historic venue into a hub of competition and sports tourism. 

TCL Marks 45th Anniversary With Inauguration Of TCL Industrial Museum

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TECHNOLOGY | October 19, 2026

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TCL recently marked its 45th anniversary with the Inauguration Ceremony of the TCL Industrial Museum in Huizhou, the city where TCL was founded in 1981. Built on the former factory site of TCL’s predecessor TTK, the museum chronicles TCL’s evolution alongside the development of China’s electronics industry. 

FOX Entertainment And Hartbeat Form IP Development And Global Distribution Partnership

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ENTERTAINMENT | October 19, 2026

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FOX Entertainment and Hartbeat recently announced a multi-faceted partnership that leverages new, original vertical series as a development pipeline for film and television content. Under the agreement, FOX Entertainment Studios will have a first look at feature film and television series projects developed from vertical series released under the CODEBLACK, ESSENCE, and REVOLT brands. FOX Entertainment Global will distribute the vertical series worldwide following each title's initial platform run. 

MMFF Student Short Film Caravan Gathers Young Filmmakers To Champion The Next Generation Of Philippine Cinema

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ENTERTAINMENT | October 19, 2026

MMDA (Metropolitan Manila Development Authority) Chairman Romando S. Artes warmly welcomed the participants at the MMFF Student Short Film Caravan. (Image Source: Metro News Central/Metropolitan Manila Development Authority)

The future of Philippine cinema took center stage as the Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF), in partnership with the Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP) and the Film Academy of the Philippines (FAP), welcomed around 100 students and teachers to the Student Short Film Caravan held last October 10, 2026 at the MMDA (Metropolitan Manila Development Authority) Annex Building in Pasig City. 

A+E Global Media And Lifetime Build On Vertical Storytelling Strategy With New Microdrama Slate

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ENTERTAINMENT | October 19, 2026

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A+E Global Media and Lifetime are building on their commitment to vertical storytelling with a slate of premium microdramas, new digital viewing opportunities, and a growing international sales strategy designed to meet audiences wherever they discover and consume content. A+E recently debuted a new MyLifetime.com experience featuring vertical, chapter-ized content, offering three original Lifetime vertical films from Microhouse Films, and seven titles adapted from A+E Global Media’s premium library. 

LG Showcases Everyday Home Convenience At SM Mall Of Asia

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LIFESTYLE | October 19, 2026

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Everyday life at home moves through small routines. Laundry waits by the door. Groceries need their place. A quick meal has to be ready before the next part of the day begins. As more people looked for practical ways to make these moments feel lighter, LG Electronics Philippines brought its home solutions closer to mallgoers through the LG Home Solutions Exhibit Display at SM Mall of Asia. 

MLBB Goes ALL IN With Filipino Players To Celebrate 10 Years Together — And Look Ahead To The Next Chapter

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LIFESTYLE, GAMING | October 19, 2026

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Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB) celebrated 10 years of growing alongside Filipino players, communities, creators, and eSports talent through a four-day flagship activation held at Market! Market! in Bonifacio Global City (BGC), Taguig City last October 8-11, 2026. The celebration underscored the Philippines' importance to MLBB's journey from a game rooted in Southeast Asia to a global gaming and eSports platform. 

Trail With Galaxy: Samsung Takes On The Cordillera Mountain Ultra With The Galaxy Watch Ultra2

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LIFESTYLE, SPORTS | October 19, 2026

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The trail has a way of redefining what makes a run worth the distance. It is not always about the fastest pace or the shortest time. Sometimes, it is about making the climb, finding your route, knowing when to push, when to recover, and taking in the view along the way. Because on the trail, where your run matters almost as much as how you run. 

SM Seaside City Unites Entertainment, Tourism, And Lifestyle In Cebu’s Most Ambitious Destination Estate

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LIFESTYLE | October 19, 2026

SM Seaside City Cebu anchors a growing destination estate in Cebu, bringing together diverse experiences across entertainment, tourism, sports, lifestyle, and business. (Image Source: Sugbo.ph/SM Supermalls)

Cebu continues to strengthen its position as a leading destination for entertainment, tourism, business, and leisure, with your most-loved SM Seaside City Cebu at the center of an evolving destination estate that brings together some of the city’s biggest experiences. More than a retail destination, SM Seaside City Cebu is part of a wider ecosystem that brings entertainment, tourism, sports, dining, hospitality, business events, and lifestyle experiences together, creating more ways for Cebuanos and visitors to experience the city. 

Entertainment News: FOX Entertainment Global Accelerates Worldwide Expansion Of Hit Survival Format “Extracted” With New Malaysia Production Hub

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ENTERTAINMENT | October 19, 2026

The Extracted production hub in Lake Kenyir, Malaysia (Image Source: C21 Media/FOX Entertainment Global)

Following the breakout success of FOX's hit survival competition series Extracted which has attracted more than 45 million viewers across its first two seasons, FOX Entertainment Global recently announced the debut of its new, turnkey production hub in the wilds of Lake Kenyir, Malaysia with its jaguars, pythons, and treacherous terrain. The modern, hi-tech facility is set to unlock a faster, more efficient, and cost-effective model for licensees around the world to adapt and produce localized versions of the hugely popular format. 

Grab, MOVE IT Partner With Maxicare To Expand Health Coverage For Driver-Partners

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LIFESTYLE | October 16, 2026

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Grab and MOVE IT are expanding their Kaagapay Social Protection program through a partnership with Maxicare, giving eligible driver-, rider-, and delivery-partners free, unlimited doctor consultations starting in November 2026. The program is currently being piloted in Metro Manila with planned expansion in other cities. 

Meet The Approach S72, Garmin’s Most Advanced Golf Smartwatch

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TECHNOLOGY | October 16, 2026

Approach® S72, Garmin's new flagship golf smartwatch with advanced health and wellness features for everyday wear (Image Source: Garmin Philippines)

Garmin has unveiled its new flagship golf smartwatch – the Approach® S72, a premium, feature-rich companion on the course that also provides advanced health and wellness features for everyday wear. Available in two sizes – 43mm and 47mm – with bright AMOLED displays, the smartwatch includes a new lightweight ComfortFit fabric band, titanium bezel and sapphire lens to ensure all-day comfort and durability.