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UAAP Season 86 "Fueling The Future" has officially began with its highly-anticipated men's basketball tournament and its games are made available to sports enthusiasts in the Philippines and around the world through Pilipinas Live, an innovative OTT (Over-The-Top) streaming platform powered by Mediaquest Holdings' Cignal TV, the country's leading pay TV provider. With the app, fans from anywhere in the world can enjoy the basketball games of the eight UAAP member-schools live and on-demand via their mobile devices.
This flexibility will be particularly beneficial for fans in different time zones. Fans will also be able to enjoy unique features on the Pilipinas Live app such as multi-cam views and fan streaming of live games in addition to original shows, game highlights, and other related content. “We are thrilled to finally bring the UAAP to fans around the world including those in the US, Canada, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Singapore and Hong Kong,” said Cignal TV First Vice President and Chief Revenue Officer Gerard Milan.
"UAAP Season 86 is the first of many sports properties that we plan to deliver to all Pilipinas Live subscribers, wherever they may be. Later this year, we will also showcase the live games from the Philippine Basketball Association (PBA), the Philippine Volleyball League (PVL), and Spiker’s Turf to fans in all countries where the Pilipinas Live app is available,” said Cignal TV President and CEO Jane Basas. Pilipinas Live is now available on the App Store and on Google Play worldwide (outside the Philippines) at a special intro price of US$7.99/month (prices vary per country according to local currency) and Php149/month for users in the Philippines.
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"A Very Good Girl" Draws Php10M On Opening Day
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ABS-CBN Films’ “A Very Good Girl” just had a very good opening day as it earned over Php10 million on its first day, making it the biggest Filipino movie of 2023 with over 32,000 tickets sold. Now screening in more than 250 cinemas nationwide, “A Very Good Girl” is taking the country by storm with moviegoers praising the film and the acting prowess of the cast. Kathryn Bernardo and Dolly de Leon, the movie's main stars, visited different cinemas in Metro Manila during the movie’s opening day on Wednesday (Sept 27) to express their gratitude and show their appreciation.
The lead stars are scheduled to fly to the US as well for the Hollywood premiere of “A Very Good Girl” on October 4 at The Silver Screen, Pacific Design Theater in Los Angeles, California. US theatrical screenings of “A Very Good Girl” will begin on October 6. Besides the US, the movie will be shown next month in Canada, New Zealand, Australia, Guam and Saipan, Hong Kong, Singapore, Malaysia, Cambodia, Nigeria, and in the Middle East. Directed by Petersen Vargas, “A Very Good Girl” also stars Chie Filomeno, Jake Ejercito, Gillian Vicencio, Kaori Oinuma, Ana Abad Santos, Nour Hooshmand, Donna Cariaga, Althea Ruedas, Nathania Guerrero, and Angel Aquino.
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Knowledge Channel Champions Energy Conservation In New Series "Siklo Ng Enerhiya"
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Knowledge Channel Foundation Inc. (KCFI) has launched a new educational series 'Siklo ng Enerhiya' that teaches young viewers the importance of energy consumption and conservation, airing every Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday at 3:40 pm on Knowledge Channel on SKYcable, Cignal, Satlite, GSAT, digital free TV via BEAM and iWantTFC. ‘Siklo ng Enerhiya’ will follow the fun escapades of Ella as she explores the vital role of energy in our everyday lives. Each episode is designed through a partnership with the Department of Energy (DOE) to enhance viewers' understanding of the agency’s responsibilities in the distribution of energy, the sources of this energy, and most importantly, methods to conserve this limited resource.
“In our highly advanced modern age, it seems like our entire world relies on having electricity. And because we’re fortunate to be in a place where it’s readily accessible, we can take it for granted. But in many distant and far-flung areas, electricity is a privilege that only a few have. That’s why it’s so important that our young Filipino learners - understand the science behind energy,” said KCFI president and executive director, Rina Lopez. Get ready to learn and play with Ella as she helps viewers understand the importance of energy and how to conserve it in ‘Siklo ng Enerhiya,’ now airing on Knowledge Channel. For more information on KCFI, visit www.knowledgechannel.org or follow @kchonline on Twitter and @knowledgechannel on Facebook.
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MLW, NJPW, CMLL Form Landmark Strategic Alliance
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Major League Wrestling (MLW), Consejo Mundial de Lucha Libre (CMLL) and New Japan Pro-Wrestling (NJPW) have officially announced the formation of a landmark strategic alliance. The three world class professional organizations will unite for a variety of crossover collaborations, which is set to commence on MLW's Slaughterhouse event on October 14, 2023 at the 2300 Arena in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA. The strategic alliance creates the ultimate stage for each organization to showcase their signature fighting styles and athletes. “It’s a privilege and honor to forge an alliance with CMLL and work with Mr. Salvador Lutteroth Lomeli and his team while expanding MLW’s relationship with New Japan to create an extraordinary collaboration. I wish to thank Mr. Lomeli, Mr. Naoki Sugabayashi, Mr. Takami Ohbari and Rocky Romero for building the foundation for this opportunity. We look forward to showcasing the extraordinary athletes from Mexico, Japan, and America for fans worldwide," said MLW Founder and CEO Court Bauer.
Celebrating its 90th anniversary earlier this month, CMLL is recognized as the premier lucha libre organization in the world. Introducing lucha libre to Mexico on September 21, 1933, CMLL, originally known as EMLL, is a sports and cultural institution with the famous Arena Mexico hosting some of Mexico’s most iconic matches and becoming the unrivaled leader in lucha libre. Recognized for its rich tradition and celebrated for its unmatched excellence, CMLL is synonymous with lucha libre in Mexico and around the world. Founded on January 13, 1972, New Japan Pro-Wrestling is the largest and longest-running professional wrestling promotion in Japan. Defining the term fighting spirit, NJPW is heralded as the King of Sports. Promoting marquee events such as Wrestle Kingdom and the brilliant G1 CLIMAX tournament, NJPW is the gold standard. In 2009, NJPW and CMLL formed an alliance highlighted by the crossover of each roster as well as touring events. In 2019, NJPW established its US based subsidiary, New Japan Pro-Wrestling of America. NJPW is acknowledged for its growing footprint as a preeminent wrestling promotion around the world.
Major League Wrestling debuted on June 15, 2002, presenting a variety of wrestling styles in its matches. MLW is recognized for featuring some of the sport’s most storied wrestling families, today’s top ranked wrestlers and the next generation of world class fighters. MLW programming is broadcast in 60+ countries worldwide including MLW Fusion on beIN Sports in the U.S., on Ayozat TV on SKY in the United Kingdom and YouTube. MLW premium live events stream exclusively on FITE+.
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UFC Champion Joanna Jedrzejczyk Takes On Role As World Of Tanks Blitz's First Female Ambassador
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World Of Tanks Blitz proudly announces a new, unrelentless collaboration with former 5-time strawweight UFC world champion and the first Polish female fighter in UFC, Joanna “JJ” Jedrzejczyk. From now until October 12th, tankers will be gifted with a unique commander avatar to show off their fighter’s spirit characteristic of the true Polish character. The marvelous “JJ” is the first Polish representative to ever climb the highest level of world’s mixed martial arts. With this collaboration, Jedrzejczyk is the first woman to become the game’s ambassador. Her irrepressible energy and unprecedent character will be reflected in the game’s new content.
“I am thrilled to be working with Blitz’s team as the game represents what I cherish in gaming. It is fast, action-filled, and accessible. I believe that gaming is a wonderful hobby for anyone out there. I want to be the role model for young generations proving that you don’t have to make a choice between gaming and self-achievement. Be responsible, have fun and fight daring," said Jedrzejczyk. “This new update is a true testimony to what a true Polish character means. Joanna’s achievements will forever go down in the history of sports and we’re proud to be working with her on this campaign. The new content, especially Polish medium tanks are an exciting addition to the game, providing players with more choice and a lot of versatility. I am sure they’ll wreak havoc in weeks to come," said World of Tanks Blitz Brand Manager Alina Filipiuk.
Along with Jedrzejczyk’s collaboration, a host of 6 new medium tanks will join the Polish roster. These incredible machines represent new branch of vehicles from Tier V all the way to Tier X. Their design makes them a universal threat as they are able to adapt to any situation on the battlefield. One of their strongest traits is their excellent guns depression angles, allowing them to operate even in the most challenging terrain. The tanks include DS. PZNINZ (Tier V), BUGI (Tier VI), CS-44 (Tier VII), CS-53 (Tier VIII), CS-59 (Tier IX), and CS-63 (Tier X) Players worldwide who’ll play at least one game with any of Polish tanks in World of Tanks Blitz between now and October 12 will unlock Joanna’s B.U.G.I. Woman portrait permanently. To learn more about the game's new collaboration with Joanna Jedrzejczyk, visit the official World of Tanks Blitz website at wotblitz.com.
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MSI and CAPCOM Celebrate 20th Anniversary Of Monster Hunter With Limited Edition Gaming Products
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MSI, a global leading brand of computer hardware and gaming peripherals, is thrilled to announce an exciting partnership with renowned game developer CAPCOM to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the iconic Monster Hunter series. The depth of gameplay, challenging quests, and immersive multiplayer experiences have made the Monster Hunter series a beloved classic among gamers of all ages. The official unveiling of this thrilling partnership took place at the 2023 Tokyo Game Show with the release of the limited-edition products scheduled for the Monster Hunter 20th-anniversary celebration in March 2024.
Drawing inspiration from one of the series’ most iconic monsters, this collaboration will infuse the majestic aura and power of the Rathalos into a captivating range of limited-edition gaming peripherals. These will include gaming laptops, monitors, graphics cards, motherboards, cases, liquid coolers, and controllers. With these products, MSI invites every gamer to embark on a journey to conquer the captivating world of Monster Hunter, bringing gamers a unique gaming experience that combines the superior craftsmanship of MSI with the classic gaming elements of CAPCOM. The Monster Hunter series features action RPG games that pit players against giant monsters in a beautiful natural environment. The number of fans has increased steadily since the first Monster Hunter title made its debut in 2004, growing the series into a megahit.
“MSI, renowned for its commitment to quality and performance, joins forces with CAPCOM, a gaming industry giant known for the Monster Hunter series. This collaboration leverages the expertise of both companies to create a collection of aesthetic and technology gaming products,” said MSI Marketing Vice President Sam Chern.
