In line with the launch of their mobile game called “BTS World,” K-pop sensation BTS dropped the music video for the song “Heartbeat” which tackles each group member’s journey to superstardom.

The music video features individual scenes for all seven members: J-Hope, Jimin, Jungkook, RM, V, Jin, and Suga.

Included in the game soundtrack are exciting collaborations like “Dream Glow” with Charli XCX, “A Brand New Day” with Zara Larsson and, “All Night” with Juice WRLD.

Watch the music video for “Heartbeat” below:

Beginning July 1, GMA Network unveils the most compelling and passionate love story on the Telebabad block via The Better Woman.

The original drama introduces the much-awaited team up of two of the Network’s hottest stars – the most daring Kapuso leading man Derek Ramsay as Andrew de Villa and versatile and sultry actress Andrea Torres as Jasmine de Villa and Juliet Santos-de Villa a.k.a Elaine Reyes.

This is Derek’s first soap as a Kapuso and after months of teasing about the project, he is looking forward to everyone finally watching what they’ve been working on. “I’m really excited for this project. Hope all the Kapuso viewers will enjoy our show. It’s been really tough doing it but it’s definitely worth it,” he said.

Andrea, meanwhile, is happy with everyone’s warm reception of their tandem. “Challenging at kakaiba talaga ang role ko sa soap. But I’m grateful na si Derek ang ka-partner ko dahil magaan siyang katrabaho at mabilis kaming naging kumportable sa isa’t isa,” she shared.

Happily married couple Andrew (Derek) and Jasmine (Andrea) live and own a surf resort in La Union. Their seemingly perfect life crumbles when Andrew flies to Manila for a business trip. He crosses path with Jasmine’s long-lost twin sister Juliet a.k.a Elaine who works as an exotic pole dancer. When Juliet reconciles with her estranged biological family and resides with her sister, a forbidden love affair between her and Andrew ensues behind Jasmine’s back. Who is more deserving to be called the better woman – the prim Jasmine or the seductive Juliet? Who is worthier of Andrew’s love?

Also starring in the series is award-winning Kapuso actress Ms. Jaclyn Jose as Erlinda Santos, Jasmine and Juliet’s devoted mother who is always forgiving of Juliet’s wrongdoings; together with Ina Feleo as Angela de Villa Castro, Andrew’s younger sister who is a single mother; Marco Alcaraz as Glenn Santiago, Andrew’s business partner who is equally well-off; Ashley Rivera as Chesi Rodriguez, Juliet’s friend and housemate; Paolo Paraiso as Joross Baltazar, a surfer and Andrew’s close friend who secretly desires Juliet; and Francis Makil as Amy Santos, the estranged cousin of Erlinda who knows her secret.

The show’s creative team is composed of creative director Aloy Adlawan; creative head Suzette Doctolero; creative consultant Agnes Uligan; concept creator and headwriter Angeli Delgado; writers Ana Aleta Nadela, Loi Argel Nova, Erwin Bravo; and brainstormer Rodney Junio.

This original series is headed by the SVP for Entertainment Group Lilybeth G. Rasonable, VP for Drama Redgie A. Magno, AVP for Drama Cheryl Ching-Sy, Senior Program Manager Camille Hermoso-Hafezan, and Executive Producer Darling Pulido Torres.

Under the helm of esteemed Director Mark Sicat dela Cruz, catch the world premiere of The Better Woman beginning July 1, weeknights, after Sahaya on GMA Telebabad.

Kapuso viewers from across the globe can also catch their favorite Kapuso shows via GMA’s international channels GMA Pinoy TV, GMA Life TV, and GMA News TV International. For the program guide, visit www.gmapinoytv.com.

Star Cinema has released the highly-anticipated trailer of the new Cathy Garcia-Molina film “Hello, Love, Goodbye.”

The groundbreaking project marks the team up of superstars from rival networks–Kathryn Bernardo from ABS-CBN and Alden Richards from GMA.

The video which lasts 2 minutes and 18 seconds features Alden (Ethan) and Kathryn (Joy) as Overseas Filipino Workers in Hong Kong.

Making the scenes more romantic and exciting is the film’s soundtrack “Kung ‘Di Rin Lang Ikaw” by December Avenue and Moira dela Torre.

The film is slated to hit cinemas nationwide on July 31, 2019.

In Columbia Pictures’ new action adventure Spider-Man: Far From Home, Peter Parker’s (Tom Holland fateful decision to embark on an exciting vacation with his friends from school is, initially, all about having fun and adventure in locations far from their homes in Queens.

Michelle (Zendaya) catches a ride from Spider-Man in Columbia Pictures’ SPIDER-MAN: ™ FAR FROM HOME.

It’s also about some of them – Peter, MJ and Ned – coming to terms with having been snapped out of existence for five years, while other classmates remained and grew older. It’s fertile territory for bonding, romance, surprises, and way-too-close encounters with inter-dimensional creatures.

Watch the film’s new TV Spot below:

Zendaya returns as MJ, Peter’s whip-smart classmate, friend and, now, possible love interest. In addition, she figures out a major piece of the Peter Parker puzzle – that he’s Spider-Man – further complicating a new romance that’s not going as smoothly as Peter would like.

Zendaya, who graduated from her work in the popular sitcom Shake It Up to starring roles in Spider-Man: Homecoming, in which she first played MJ, and the blockbuster musical The Greatest Showman, says it came as no surprise to her that MJ figures out Peter’s secret. “She watches everything and knows everything, so it’s inevitable MJ comes to that conclusion,” Zendaya explains. “And it helps that Spider-Man is now showing up all over Europe, where they happen to be on vacation.”

The actress also embraced MJ’s vulnerability, noting that, “We get to know her better in this film and how she responds to situations that make MJ a little more vulnerable.” Zendaya similarly appreciated MJ’s quirkiness and the fact that “Peter likes her for exactly who she is, including all the little weird things that make her MJ. I think it proves that if you’re meant to be with someone, well, you’re meant to be with them!”

But does MJ love Peter as Peter – or as Spider-Man? “It’s a little bit of a tragedy for Peter, who’s hoping that MJ likes him as Peter, but suspects that she’s really into Spider-Man,” director Jon Watts suggests.

Love is also in the air for Peter’s best friend Ned, once again played by Jacob Batalon. Ned is falling for classmate Betty Brant, played by Angourie Rice. “That romance has also triggered an evolution in the friendship between Ned and Peter,” says Batalon. “In Spider-Man: Homecoming, Ned was Peter’s sidekick. This time, he’s found love and sees what that’s all about. He’s really happy to make an instant connection with Betty.”

All the young actors bring their roles to life in unique ways, but Watts notes that the characters share some important qualities: “They’re all really resilient and dealing with what had happened to them in those five years. But at the same time, they also have their eyes on the future and are ready to move on.”

In Philippine cinemas July 3, Spider-Man: Far From Home is distributed by Columbia Pictures, local office of Sony Pictures Releasing International. Use the hashtag #SpiderManFarFromHome

Angourie Rice, Jacob Batalon and Zendaya in Columbia Pictures’ SPIDER-MAN: ™ FAR FROM HOME.

About Spider-Man: Far From Home

Following the events of Avengers: Endgame, Spider-Man must step up to take on new threats in a world that has changed forever.

Directed by Jon Watts. Screenplay by Chris McKenna & Erik Sommers, based on the Marvel Comic Book by Stan Lee and Steve Ditko. Produced by Kevin Feige, Amy Pascal.

Tom Holland and Jacob Batalon in Columbia Pictures’ SPIDER-MAN: ™ FAR FROM HOME.

Tom Holland is joined in the cast by Samuel L. Jackson, Zendaya, Cobie Smulders, Jon Favreau, JB Smoove, Jacob Batalon, Martin Starr with Marisa Tomei and Jake Gyllenhaal.

Everything you know about Jumanji is about to change…Watch the first trailer for Columbia Pictures’ Jumanji: The Next Level below and see the film in Philippine cinemas December 2019.

In Jumanji: The Next Level, the gang is back but the game has changed. As they return to Jumanji to rescue one of their own, they discover that nothing is as they expect. The players will have to brave parts unknown and unexplored, from the arid deserts to the snowy mountains, in order to escape the world’s most dangerous game.

The film stars Dwayne Johnson, Jack Black, Kevin Hart, Karen Gillan, Nick Jonas, Awkwafina, Ser’Darius Blain, Madison Iseman, Morgan Turner, Alex Wolff with Danny Glover and Danny DeVito.

Directed by Jake Kasdan, the sequel is written by Jake Kasdan & Jeff Pinker & Scott Rosenberg, based on the book Jumanji by Chris Van Allsburg. The film is produced by Matt Tolmach, Jake Kasdan, Dwayne Johnson and Dany Garcia.

Jumanji: The Next Level is distributed by Columbia Pictures, local office of Sony Pictures Releasing International. Use the hashtag #JumanjiTheNextLevel

If you’re a fashion enthusiast, you shouldn’t worry about a shortage of money to upgrade your wardrobe. When you’re working on a tight budget, you should learn the art of getting the best clothes using the least possible amount of money.

However, this approach can be tricky, especially if you’re trying to cut back on your expenditure after an expected slump on your financial status. It would mean that you change your regular joints and plan more stringently to ensure that you survive the cash crunch without hurting your sense of fashion.

That sounds tough. Right? Well, this article offers the best tips that will help you to snag runway fashion even when shopping on a budget.

Fashion on a Budget

You should never allow a small budget to hinder your desire to be a fashion guru. Whatever amount that you set apart for shopping, you can be certain that you’ll get the best deals to keep you glowing. Here are tips that you should utilize when you go out shopping on a tight budget:

Look Out for Bridge Lines

If you love classy outfits, then you fathom why anyone would be willing to spend a fortune on high-end brands such a Missoni dress or a Versace bag. However, browsing the websites of these fashion outlets can be a nightmare, especially if you are working with a small budget. Their clutch can sell at a high of up to $1,200; a budget that demands absolute willingness to spend.

However, a shortage of finances doesn’t necessarily mean that you cannot wear products affiliated to these outlets. Recently, high-end brands are teaming up with significantly lower-priced retailers to develop classy yet affordable outfits. For example, a Versace line was introduced at the H&M to offer discounts to clients (bridge lines).

Such an arrangement gives you an opportunity to get an outfit with your favorite designer’s logo and intricate design at a relatively lower price. Other designers who have introduced this approach include Michael Kors, Jason Wu, Vera Wang, and Charlotte Ronson.

Update Accessories Only

Even when you don’t have enough money to overhaul your wardrobe entirely, you can invest in long-lasting accessories. This will eliminate the need to regularly buy new shirts, pants, and jackets for the sake of fashion. When there is a new fashion trend, you can always upgrade your accessories, and everyone will be awed at your outstanding sense of fashion. What’s good about this approach is the fact that you will remain fashionable without hurting your bank account!

Utilize Discount Stores Adequately

You should always try to overcome the temptation of spending on high-end departmental stores where clothes are overpriced. Your intention should always be to get the best outfit at the most favorable prices.

One of the surest approaches you can use is to shop at discount stores where they offer better pricing without necessarily compromising on the quality. Some of the stores that you can consider include the Burlington Coat Factory, Marshall’s, Ross, and TJ Maxx. For example, you can easily get sunglasses at $20 in these stores while the same brand of the glasses retails at a minimum of $150.

Have a Reliable Tailor

What matters the most is how well a pant will fit! All the other aspects of the brand and the designer are secondary. As such, you should make an effort to look for an excellent tailor who can make classy clothes for you at incredibly affordable rates.

When you follow this advice, you’ll just be buying cheaper threads and materials instead of the higher priced finished product. Getting nicely done pants can cost you approximately $25, and everybody will be wowed by the fit and the expertise in the making. As such, you shouldn’t strain your budget too much trying to buy designer clothes from specific retail outlets.

Buy Used Clothing

The misconception that used clothes is not worth the money is far-fetched. You’ll be surprised to know that some celebrities wear these clothes without blinking. Clothing is basically not about the brand but how well it fits into your body shape, size, and overall configuration.

As such, you should never be ashamed to spend time in your local thrift store. You’ll come out with some of the clothing that will turn out to be your favorite. What’s better is the fact that most of these clothes are reasonably priced which makes this the ideal place for you if you are shopping on a budget.

Final Word

Your financial status should never be a hindrance to achieving your desired fashion statement. In fact, the deficiency should only be a catalyst to stir your creativity and drive you into discovering new avenues that you can explore to get the best clothing at reasonable prices.

This article has offered some of the most implementable tips on maintaining your classy looks despite a fall in disposable income. Which do you think can work best for you?

Horror series “Hotel Del Luna” is currently the most anticipated and talked-about K-Drama for the second half of 2019. The tvN series tells the story of an elite hotelier who is afraid of ghosts and his beautiful but strange CEO, as they manage the hotel and its paranormal guests.

“Hotel Del Luna” stars singer/songwriter and Korea’s “little sister” IU as Jang Man-wol, the CEO who is forced to run the hotel where the only clients are dead souls; and “My Absolute Boyfriend” star Yeo Jin Goo who plays the role of Goo Chan-seong, the assistant manager with an OCD.

The staff of “Hotel Del Luna” includes Jung Dong-hwan as Manager Noh, Shin Jung-geun as Kim Seon-bi, Bae Hae-sun as Choi Seo-hee, and Pyo Ji-hoon as Ji Hyun-joong.

“Hotel del Luna” is available in the Philippines exclusively on Viu starting July 14, 8 hours after its original broadcast in Korea.

Check out the K-drama’s teaser below:

One of the hotspot tourist destinations these days for many Indians is Dubai. Having being tagged as the ultimate weekend gateway for the leading women of our Bollywood fraternity, more and more people are planning their holidays to this city of glitz and glamour.

Being the largest city of the UAE, this city demands quite a lot of attention for tourists and business people alike. Delhi has a spirit of its own. Apart from being the capital of the country, it is also a buzz of different kinds of activities. Well if you want to explore a global metropolitan which has a completely different feel as compared to Delhi, then you should definitely plan a trip to Dubai. Full of interesting places, this is one of the most visit cities of the world.

What does Dubai have to offer?

Well, when you will be checking the delhi to dubai flight ticket price you should also make a note of all the places to visit that this city has to offer. Let’s take a short tour of them:

BurjKhalifa: Want to see the desert and the ocean together? Well then you have to climb up to the 24^th floor of the BurjKhalifa to get an excellent view of the city with the desert on one side and the calm serene ocean on the other. This is a view that you simply cannot miss from the topmost floor of one of the tallest buildings in the world.

Jumeirah Beach: If you are looking forward to spending a relaxing time by the beach and are ready for a day of exquisite pampering, then head out to this beach. Soak in the sun and feel the fresh air as you laze around in one of the most beautiful spots in Dubai.

Burj Al Arab: Being one of the most well-known 7 star hotels in the world, this building, commands a lot of attention from tourists throughout the year.

Sheikh Saeed Al: If you are interested in learning about the history of Dubai, then do visit the museum here at the house of Sheikh Saeed Al. From interesting documents to photographs covering a wide timeline, this is surely one of the most preferred tourist attractions in the city.

Dubai Mall: Interested in some indulgence and shopping? Well then you need to head out to the Dubai mall one evening and take a look at the wonderful shops that are there and of course burn a hole through your pocket!

How to get your bookings done right?

Well if you want a fair deal on your Delhi to Dubai flight fares make sure you book at least 4 months prior to your date of travel. This will help you in getting a decent enough deal and it will not cost you much either. Opt for an airline which will be convenient for you and when you book your flight tickets make arrangements for your stay as well.

Visit these places and make your bookings in the right place and enjoy a fun-filled trip to Dubai.

Pinoy comics favorite superheroine Darna is soon getting a Funko Pop variant, the first local superhero to have its own Funko collectible toy.

ABS-CBN collaborates with well-known global brand Funko for the creation of the limited edition Darna Funko Pop which will released to the public very soon.

The big Darna x Funko relevation happened at the just concluded TOYCON 2019 held at the SMX Convention Center, jumpstarting the yearlong Darna 70th anniversary celebration campaign.

Darna is one of the superheroes in the Ravelo Komiks Universe, the latest ABS-CBN brand created based on the legendary works of famed comics artist Mars Ravelo. The Ravelo Komiks Universe also features the well-loved Captain Barbell and Lastikman characters.

Funko is one of the leading creators of licensed pop culture products, now with over 6,000 designs featuring characters from TV, films, comics, and more. Headquartered in the US, its works were first previewed at the New York Comic Con 2010 and has, since then, been making waves worldwide.

Aside from the #DarnaFunkoPop toy, other Darna collectibles are also available in various stores, such the Darna Card Game, statuettes, shirts, and other novelty items. Follow the Darna social media accounts @officialdarna on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram for more details. For the latest on ABS-CBN, follow @abscbnpr on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram or visit abs-cbn.com/newsroom.

BTS has released their new Japanese single called “Lights” in line with their upcoming series of concerts in Japan this month. It’s actually a double single, packaged with the Japanese version of “Boy With Luv.”

Japan is second to the United States in the list of 10 largest music markets in the world that’s why K-pop stars are now targeting these 2 countries for their tours and releases aside from their own South Korea. And it’s no secret that BTS has been releasing Japanese versions of their hit songs like “Mic Drop,” “Danger,” “DNA,” as well as original Japanese singles like “Don’t Leave Me,” “For You,” and the 2017 hit “Crystal Snow” to keep their Japanese fans in buying their albums.

Watch the music video for “Lights” below:

Actress Eugene Domingo returns to her iconic role as herself in the mockumentary “Ang Babae sa Septic Tank 3: The Real Untold Story of Josephine Bracken,” the follow-up to the two critically acclaimed “Septic Tank” movies that will make its way to the streaming service iWant as an original series.

Streaming on iWant this July 17, “Septic Tank 3” boldly and wittily takes on historical biopics, after its satire prequels poked fun at the indie film industry and the Filipino rom-com that made the “Septic” brand popular.

In “Septic Tank 3,” Eugene’s character goes out of her comfort zone and challenges herself by directing, taking on the lead role, and producing her own film about Bracken, Jose Rizal’s well-known paramour.

As a first-time director, Direk Uge make the calls and decisions, gathering the best talents in the industry to produce her movie.

Will her first movie achieve its desired outcome after she casts hunky actor Tony Labrusca as her leading man Jose Rizal?

Before the seven-episode series drops on iWant, users can watch the first two “Ang Babae sa Septic Tank” movies for free on the streaming service.

Stream “Ang Babae sa Septic Tank 3,” a seven-episode series, on July 17 on the iWant app (iOs and Android) or on iwant.ph. For updates, like www.facebook.com/iWant, and follow @iwant on Twitter and @iwantofficial and @dreamscapedigital on Instagram, and subscribe to www.youtube.com/iWantPH.

Netflix launched the official social handles for the highly anticipated new series The Witcher, along with first looks at the three lead characters; Geralt (Henry Cavill), Yennefer (Anya Cholatra), and Ciri (Freya Allan). Fans can follow official show news on Instagram, Facebook or Twitter.

Along with the first look imagery of the cast, fans were shown the first look at the series logo along with the teaser poster.

Based on the best-selling fantasy series of books, The Witcher is an epic tale of fate and family. Geralt of Rivia, a solitary monster hunter, struggles to find his place in a world where people often prove more wicked than beasts. But when destiny hurtles him toward a powerful sorceress, and a young princess with a dangerous secret, the three must learn to navigate the increasingly volatile Continent together.

Henry Cavill (Mission Impossible – Fallout, Justice League) leads the cast of The Witcher saga, playing the role of Geralt of Rivia, alongside other main cast members, Anya Chalotra (The ABC Murders, Wanderlust) as Yennefer and Freya Allan (The War of the Worlds, Into The Badlands) as Ciri. Other previously announced cast include Jodhi May (Game of Thrones, Genius) as Calanthe, Björn Hlynur Haraldsson (Fortitude) as Eist, Adam Levy (Knightfall, Snatch) as Mousesack, MyAnna Buring (Ripper Street, Kill List) as Tissaia), Mimi Ndiweni (Black Earth Rising) as Fringilla, Therica Wilson-Read (Profile) as Sabrina, and Emma Appleton (The End of The F**king World) as Renfri, Eamon Farren (The ABC Murders, Twin Peaks) as Cahir, Joey Batey (Knightfall, Strike) as Jaskier, Lars Mikkelsen (House of Cards, Sherlock) as Stregobor, Royce Pierreson (Wanderlust, Judy) as Istredd, Maciej Musiał (1983) as Sir Lazlo, Wilson Radjou-Pujalte (Jamillah & Aladdin, Dickensian) as Dara, and Anna Shaffer (Harry Potter) as Triss.

“FPJ’s Ang Probinsyano” is still the most-watched program in the country after beating both the premiere and finale of its new and old rival programs in national TV ratings.

The Coco Martin-starrer opened the month strongly as it hit a national TV rating of 37.5% last Monday (July 1), compared to “Sahaya” (18.7%), according to data from Kantar Media. The Kapamilya series also won last Friday (June 28) as it recorded 35.6%, or a 14.1-point lead against “Kara Mia’s” final episode (21.5%).

The series’ action-packed scenes keep viewers glued to their TV screens as Cardo (Coco) and his team continue to chase down Bungo (Baron Geisler), who was responsible for the death of Chikoy, a member of Task Force Agila.

But the police officers failed to seize Bungo in his hideout as he managed to escape successfully, giving him another chance to plot his plans of revenge for his brother. Will Bungo and Cardo finally face each other?

Don’t miss the action and lessons in “FPJ’s Ang Probinsyano,” weeknights on ABS-CBN and ABS-CBN HD (SkyCable ch 167).

Viewers nationwide continued to choose ABS-CBN as their source of relevant news and uplifting TV shows as the network recorded an average audience share of 44% or a 12-point lead against GMA’s 32%, according to data from Kantar Media.

ABS-CBN’s dominance in the nationwide ratings is reflected in the list of most watched programs in June where Kapamilya programs secured nine slots with “FPJ’s Ang Probinsyano” on top with 37.3%.

Angel Locsin’s “The General’s Daughter” clinched the second spot with 30.8%, followed by “Search for the Idol Philippines” (28.3%) that has started its weekly elimination of its top 12 hopefuls.

“TV Patrol” (27.7%) remained as the choice newscast of viewers, while the inspiring real-life stories featured in “Maalaala Mo Kaya” (26.8%) led the drama anthology to retain its spot in the most watched programs list.

Viewers also continued to turn to “Kadenang Ginto” (23.7%) every afternoon, while weekend shows “Hiwaga ng Kambat (22.2%), “Home Sweetie Home Extra Sweet” (21.8%), and “Rated K Handa Na Ba Kayo?” (19.6%) kept viewers entertained for the whole month of June.

Meanwhile, ABS-CBN also won all time blocks in June, particularly in primetime where it recorded an average audience share of 45%, compared to GMA’s 33%. The primetime block is the most important time of the day when most Filipinos watch TV and advertisers put a larger chunk of their investments in to reach more consumers effectively.

Likewise, ABS-CBN also ruled the morning block (6 AM to 12 NN) with an average audience share of 39%, versus GMA’s 28%; the noontime block (12 NN to 3 PM) with 44%, beating GMA’s 33%; and the afternoon block (3 PM to 6PM) with 48%, compared to GMA’s 31%.

The Kapamilya network also conquered the urban and rural areas as it registered 42% versus GMA’s 26% in Metro Manila; 36% versus GMA’s 32% in Mega Manila; 40% over GMA’s 35% in Total Luzon; 53% versus GMA’s 24% in Total Visayas; and 52% versus GMA’s 28% in Total Mindanao.

Multinational audience measurement provider Kantar Media uses a nationwide panel size of 2,610 urban and rural homes that represent 100% of the total Philippine TV viewing population.

ABS-CBN continues to honor soldiers who dedicate their lives to helping and protecting Filipinos with the latest leg of the “Saludo sa Sundalong Pilipino” held at the AFP Southern Luzon Command (SOLCOM) Post in General Guillermo, Nakar, Lucena City.

About 500 members of the Armed Forces of the Philippines and their families enjoyed a day of entertainment, fun and games, and camaraderie alongside various Kapamilya stars and executives.

Dimples Romana and Beauty Gonzalez of hit serye “Kadenang Ginto,” and Aljur Abrenica and Ejay Falcon of an upcoming show led fun games with the country’s modern day heroes.

Meanwhile, “PBB Otso” Big Four Batch 2 Andre Brouillette, Lou Yanong, Fumiya Sankai, and Yamyam Gucong, and “It’s Showtime’s” GirlTrends performed song and dance numbers. Hosts Ahwel Paz of DZMM and DJ Nikki of MOR 101.9 kept the audience in high spirits throughout the program. ABS-CBN News reporter and anchor Jeff Canoy, who covered the Marawi conflict in 2017 alongside many Filipino soldiers, was also present to thank the modern-day heroes for their bravery and courage.

On behalf of the entire network, ABS-CBN executives led by chairman Mark Lopez, president and CEO Carlo Katigbak, and COO of broadcast Cory Vidanes, personally thanked the soldiers for their sacrifice and service.

Led by SOLCOM commander Lt. Gen Gilbert Gapay and SOLCOM deputy commander B. Gen. Monico Batle, the soldiers and their Kapamilya guests concluded the day’s celebrations with a salu-salo boodle fest-style.

The event is the latest leg of ABS-CBN’s “Saludo sa Sundalong Pilipino” which was launched in 2017 and has brought stars from hit Kapamilya programs like “FPJ’s Ang Probinsyano,” “Wildflower,” “Pusong Ligaw,” “Banana Sundae,” “Magandang Buhay,” and “Araw Gabi,” as well as “Tawag Ng Tanghalan” finalists, Hashtags, at GirlTrends mula sa “It’s Showtime,” and other Kapamilya stars like Judy Ann Santos, Kim Chiu, Eric Nicolas, and Arci Munoz in bringing joy to soldiers in Cagayan De Oro, Tarlac, Nueva Ecija, at Manila.

For updates, follow @ABSCBNpr on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, or go to www.abs-cbn.com/newsroom.

The first pictures of Claes Bang as Count Dracula have been revealed, as filming continues on the forthcoming series. Commissioned by BBC One, Dracula – written by Sherlock’s Mark Gatiss and Steven Moffat – will be produced by Hartswood Films and is a co-production between BBC One and Netflix.

Joining the three-part reinvention of Bram Stoker’s iconic tale are Lyndsey Marshal (Trauma, The League of Gentlemen), Chanel Cresswell (The Bay, This Is England), Matthew Beard (An Education, The Imitation Game), Lydia West (Years & Years), Paul Brennen (Wild Bill, Happy Valley), Sarah Niles (Catastrophe, Beautiful People), Sofia Oxenham (Poldark, Grantchester), John McCrea (Everybody’s Talking About Jamie, God’s Own Country), Phil Dunster (Humans, Save Me) and television newcomer Millicent Wong.

They will appear opposite Claes Bang in the role of Dracula, and a cast which already includes Dolly Wells, John Heffernan, Joanna Scanlan, Sacha Dhawan, Jonathan Aris, Morfydd Clark and Nathan Stewart-Jarrett.

As previously announced, Jonny Campbell (Informer, Westworld), Damon Thomas (Killing Eve, Penny Dreadful) and Paul McGuigan (Film Stars Don’t Die in Liverpool, Sherlock) will direct Dracula’s three feature-length installments.

Dracula (a Hartswood Films production) was commissioned for BBC One by Charlotte Moore, Director of BBC Content and Piers Wenger, Controller of BBC Drama, and is a co-production with Netflix. It is written and created by Steven Moffat and Mark Gatiss; executive producers are Mark Gatiss, Steven Moffat and Sue Vertue for Hartswood Films, Ben Irving for the BBC and it will be handled by Larry Tanz and Carolyn Newman for Netflix.

The series will premiere on BBC One in the UK and on Netflix outside of the UK and Ireland.

Traveling with your spouse is supposed to be fun – not stressful! So, what do you do when the two worlds collide and threaten to ruin your vacation?

Fighting on vacation is the worst. After all, you’ve paid all this money to go somewhere absolutely fantastic only to wind up stressed out and wanting to escape the company of your loving spouse. Suddenly, the thought of spending another night in a hotel room together feels more like a prison sentence than a romantic getaway.

This was what my husband and I learned when we traveled to Europe for the first time – but we didn’t let it get the better of us!

The last thing you want to remember about your vacation is how much you argued, instead of all the wonderful sights you saw or the amazing meals you ate. That’s why I’m giving you 4 love tips that helped us stay happily married even after the world’s most stressful trip to London and Paris.

Amazing beginnings

With my husband and I only ever traveling together on our honeymoon – where everything went smoothly and there wasn’t a hint of irritation with one another, ah newlyweds – we never dreamed that traveling to Europe would be a stressful experience.

Two years after my husband and I were first married we decided to go on our first European adventure. It had always been my dream to go to London. My husband was game – although we could barely afford it. His only request was that we took the Chunnel to see Paris along the way.

The trip was everything I had dreamed it would be – until the end.

The first incident

We decided to spend our last full day across the pond on a train to Paris. We took the Chunnel first thing in the morning and arrived in Paris by 10 AM. We had eight hours to explore the city, which we deemed perfectly acceptable.

Little did we know, there had been shooting the day before we got there. A police officer had been shot. Watching police patrol the city with their guns out, alongside a poster of the deceased police officer down the Champs-Élysées, certainly put us on edge.

We managed to navigate the foreign-language metro system to see a little more of the city, only to have a random strike happen.

In moments like these, it’s unfortunately easy to get frustrated with your spouse. You’re both frazzled, stressed, and want the other one to fix the problem as though either one of you could turn into a genie at the snap of your fingers.

We snipped and snapped at each other as we tried to find another way to the Chunnel to get back to England. Eventually, the metro sprung to life and the random strike was over. My husband and I made the pouty two-hour journey back to our hotel room.

The promise

“Let’s not fight again,” my husband and I agreed. We promised then and there that no matter what happened from that point forward, we wouldn’t let stress get the better of us. Little did we know how soon our promise would be put to the test!

The final test

Finally, we made it home in one piece.

The next morning, we didn’t have to be on the plane until 1 PM. Since we had a late departure and we had only just adjusted to our jetlag, my husband lovingly decided we should sleep in that final morning.

We made it to the train station (which would take us to the airport) only to realize that we were about to be hit with our second metro strike.

All the trains were at a standstill.

I insisted we call an Uber to take us to the airport, but my husband had faith that the trains would come back to life before our flight took off without us.

When we finally made it onto a train, about an hour later, I thought we were good for time. I ate my egg-sandwich we had purchased from the train station, sipped my mocha, and chatted aimlessly; all the while completely oblivious to how panic-stricken my poor husband was.

“I feel sick,” he said, looking up at me. “I think we’re going to miss our flight.”

As we entered the airport, we could not find a sign of our airline anywhere. This left us in the difficult position of “guessing”, which is not the optimal choice when you’re in a panic.

As we approached the airport with a mere 30 minutes to get through customs and board our plane, we were at a crossroads. We stood before a lift that would take us to the right side of the airport or the left. My husband decided we go left.

Wrong!

We scrambled back to the lift after realizing we were nowhere near our airline and went right. This cut a precious five minutes off of our ticking time bomb.

I distinctly remember hearing our final boarding call and looking at my husband in a panic. He turned to me, eyes wide, and said, “Run!”

We took off running through the airport like crazy persons. When we finally reached the gate, the attendant informed us that the gate was closed.

Thankfully, she took pity on us (probably due to our pouring sweat and looking absolutely stricken) and let us board anyhow.

The nightmare of anxiety and stress was finally over.

Love Tips for Making it through your Vacation in One Piece

My husband and I don’t fight very often. In fact, the last argument we had was several years ago about a topic so insane that it makes us both blush to recall it.

But something about being in another country (especially the one where we didn’t speak the language) was enough to put us on edge. Being determined not to argue or ruin our trip, here are some of the love tips we took to heart.

1. Compromise and communicate like there’s no tomorrow

When traveling as a couple, there is going to be a lot of compromises needed. For the most part, my husband and I have the same idea of what a “fun” evening looks like.

Even so, there were still things I was interested in that he wasn’t crazy about doing (and vice versa) but we made compromises so that the other could get the most out of our vacation.

2. Learn to laugh it off

We planned and planned for our little European adventure, never expecting that we would end up almost missing our flight or eating cold egg-sandwiches on a frozen train art.

So instead of fighting, we laughed it off. Even in the moments where it wasn’t all that funny.

Instead of thinking “We’re going to miss our flight and be out $2000” we thought “This is going to make for a hilariously epic story when we get back home.”

To this day, my husband still raves with laughter about the time I saw on the train cart, sipping a small mocha and chatting on endlessly about our wonderful trip while he was stressed out of his mind.

The point? Arguing is pointless. Both you and your spouse want the same things – to have fun (or in our case, to get home in one piece!) So instead of turning against each other, just learn to laugh about it. I promise you, it will save you a lot of grief.

3. Find some “me time” amid your vacation

Vacations are a wonderful opportunity to spend quality time together as a couple. And as studies show, couples who have a regular date night are more likely to stay married, have deeper emotional intimacy, more fun, and better communication skills!

But that doesn’t mean you don’t need to take some time apart – even on vacation!

My husband and I learned quickly that one of the best love tips for travel is to make some time for yourself. We spent a small portion of the morning listening to podcasts, audiobooks, bible readings, or music in order to get some time alone. it’s amazing how refreshed you will feel after a mere 15 minutes apart!

4. Don’t overschedule your trip

If you don’t want to be stressed – don’t overschedule! Especially if you are relying on public transportation and not your own vehicle.

We had nearly every day jam-packed and, trust me, it gets tiring. This is why we kept our nights absolutely free – which we shamelessly used to lay around in our hotel and watch British cooking shows. This helped prevent burnout and gave us more time to explore and relax.

Keeping your cool while you’re traveling abroad can be difficult. But if we can do it through a metro strike and almost missing a flight – so can you! By following these love tips, you and your sweetheart will be on your way to the world’s most romantic getaway possible. No fighting allowed!

About the Author:

Sylvia Smith is a relationship expert with years of experience in training and helping couples. She has helped countless individuals and organizations around the world, offering effective and efficient solutions for healthy and successful relationships. Her mission is to provide inspiration, support, and empowerment to everyone on their journey to a great marriage. She is a featured writer for Marriage.com, a reliable resource to support healthy happy marriages.

Who doesn’t want to travel the world? There’s just so much to see, from the different sites and natural wonders to explore new and exciting cultures to enjoying as many different kinds of food as possible, it’s hard to imagine staying in one place your entire life. What if you could go on a trip and never come home – would you do it?

That is the whole premise of a digital nomad: someone who continually travels from city to city, country to country, without having a return ticket back home. The open road is their home, and their reward is seeing as much of the world as they want.

How is this possible? It’s actually easier than you think to become nomadic, especially in today’s connected world. Here is a guide to becoming a digital nomad so you, too, can travel the world.

Save as much as possible

Traveling isn’t always cheap, though in some parts of the world it is, other countries can be quite expensive. Furthermore, leaving an old life behind to become nomadic does require some initial capital, so it’s a good idea to start saving as much as possible right now. Create a high-yield savings account as a safe place to keep your money and get a bit of a higher return on it than what a bank would offer. Limit your frivolous spending on things like movie tickets, shopping trips, and dining out; when you’re traveling, you can enjoy so much more, so keep your goal in mind and save like crazy.  When the time comes, you’ll be happy to have that security net in case there are unexpected expenses or struggles.

Move your work and education online

In the age of the Internet, everything can be done online. Having a job doesn’t necessarily mean you need to be tied down to a location and go into an office every day; there are plenty of remote work opportunities you can do from your laptop anywhere in the world. If you work in an industry where transitioning to freelancing is fairly easy, start the process of establishing yourself as a business and finding your own clients.

If you can’t easily transition to freelance, start looking for a remote position. They also don’t necessarily need to be in your current field, if you are open to a change; there are quite a few opportunities that don’t require formal education, and if your skills are transferable, you can qualify. Some examples include teaching English online, being an executive assistant, transcription work, and many more. Say goodbye to traditional office life, and say hello to working in coffee shops, in Airbnbs, and on beaches around the world.

If you’re thinking about going to school and upgrading your education, or are currently in the middle of pursuing further education, you can easily transition your program to an online program. Reputable schools, like Suffolk University Online, offer full graduate programs that are 100% online, so you can continue your studies at your own pace on your own schedule from anywhere. Online programs are even flexible enough so you can work while you study as well. The amount of fields of study available is growing each year, which makes it easier to find an area you are interested in studying; there is no need to settle for whatever is available when you can choose from such a great variety of programs. So why not grab your laptop and turn a coffee shop in Paris into your classroom?

Start cutting ties

Not relationship ties of course (you’ll need solid connections when you’re traveling on your own to keep you grounded!), but rather location-based and financial ties. Don’t sign another long-term rental lease or lease a new car because you’ll just lock yourself down for another long period of time. Start cutting back and ending contracts like gym memberships, recurring deliveries, or subscription-based services. The goal is to free yourself from one specific place, and a bonus is that you’ll also be freeing up cash flow that is better spent on your travels than on buying materialistic goods you won’t need when you leave.

You also will want to start settling up debts you have, like credit card debt or student loans. Credit card debts should be paid down first and as fast as possible to avoid the high interest rates, so make that a priority. Student loans can be paid down on a payment plan, so worst case scenario, you can’t pay it all off before you’re ready to start traveling and you set up a specific bank account just for your student loan payments to be automatically deducted from every month. Just make sure you keep that account healthy to avoid missed payments and the stress that follows.

Globe gave customers exclusive VIP access and merch to the big event with K-mmunity PH and the Search for the Ultimate Stan contest

After years of waiting, Filipino ONCEs finally got to celebrate with their Candy Bong Zs as TWICE brought their electrifying, vibrant performances to the PH concert stage for the first time. With three hours of heart shaking productions, the South Korean 9-member girl group made sure their Manila debut was unforgettable!

Nayeon, Jeongyeon, Momo, Sana, Jihyo, Mina, Dahyun, Chaeyoung, and Tzuyu brought the whole arena to their feet with powerful performances of their top hits like “Stuck in My Head”, “Cheer Up”, “YES or YES”, “Dance the Night Away”, “Heart Shaker”, “Likey”, “What is Love?”, “Like Ohh-Ahh”, “TT”, “Fancy”, and more.

The girls also broke off into sub-units for special performances. Sana, Dahyun, and Tzuyu flaunted their dancing prowess with their rendition of Beyoncé’s “Dance For You”; Momo and Jihyo put their own poignant spin on Taemin’s “Goodbye”; while Nayeon, Jeongyeon, Mina, and Chaeyoung brought the house down with Lady Gaga’s “Born This Way”.

All throughout the concert, each member expressed their gratitude for PH ONCEs’ enthusiasm and promised to return to the Philippines soon. “Of all the ONCEs we saw dancing to our songs, I think you guys had the greatest energy,” Jihyo shared.

To make the special event even more memorable, Globe went all out in giving their customers the ultimate K-Pop experience both online and onground. In collaboration with Happee Hour, Globe launched the K-mmunity PH group on Facebook, for everyone who shares their love for K-pop, K-drama, and K-culture. By joining the group, members get updates on promos, contests, first-dibs on concert tickets, and even collectible concert pins!

Come concert day, Globe set up the K-mmunity PH Studio and Store inside MOA Arena. At the K-mmunity PH Store on the first floor, customers said YES or YES to exclusive TWICE merch by simply registering to their favorite Globe Prepaid or Globe At Home promo. On the second floor, ONCEs got to bust a move, strike a pose with the TWICE girls, customize their merch, and complete the fan chants at the K-mmunity PH Studio.

Globe also kicked off its year-long Ultimate Stan Search contest, wherein TWICE fans posted videos of themselves doing the “What is Love?” fan chant. One lucky group and 8 individuals won VIP tickets to the concert, a meet & greet and photo op with TWICE, premium merchandise, and an exclusive tour to the K-mmunity PH Studio before gates opened!

TWICE’s first concert in Manila was definitely one for the books and ONCEs can only hope the nine girls can come back sooner with brand new hit songs!

Globe, the leading digital lifestyle brand of Filipinos, recently supported huge Korean musical acts such as BLACKPINK, EXO, Super Junior, and Wanna One in the country. This 2019, Globe promises to bring more world-class K-Pop entertainment to Filipinos. Be one of the first to receive exclusive updates on everything #GlobeKPOP by joining the K-mmunity PH Facebook group at glbe.co/KmmunityPH.

Award-winning actress Cherry Pie Picache had always been a woman of faith, until the brutal murder of her mother Zenaida Sison in September 2014.

Five years after the tragedy, ABS-CBN DocuCentral joins Cherry Pie in her quest for peace and forgiveness as she comes to terms with the past by facing her mother’s killer in the new documentary “Radical Love” airing this Sunday (July 7) on “Sunday’s Best” after “GGV” on ABS-CBN.

The seasoned actress’ mother Zenaida was found brutally killed inside her house in Quezon City. The prime suspect was her houseboy, Michael Flores. Authorities soon discovered that it was a robbery attempt gone wrong. Michael was sentenced with life imprisonment for the crime.

Meanwhile, Cherry Pie was trying to come to terms with the tragedy. While her faith in God remained strong, she questioned her ability to forgive. “It’s hard enough when you lose a parent, but then you have to live with the fact that they were killed in that manner. But how can you ask for forgiveness if you can’t forgive?”, according to Cherry Pie.

As Cherry navigated the journey of grief, she turned to her faith to help her—and soon began to entertain thoughts of forgiveness. For more than a decade prior to her mother’s killing, she has been involved in prison ministry, which seeks to promote rehabilitation of incarcerated individuals.

In the documentary “Radical Love,” Cherry Pie looks back at the years that went by since the tragedy, and how she prepared to visit the New Bilibid Prison to face Michael. Will she find justice and peace if she forgave her mother’s killer?

Watch the documentary “Radical Love,” produced by ABS-CBN’s award-winning documentary team DocuCentral, airing on ABS-CBN on Sunday, July 7 on ABS-CBN’s “Sunday’s Best.” Catch the replays on July 14 (Sunday) on DZMM TeleRadyo at 7pm, and on July 15 (Monday) on ANC at 7pm. It will also be made available on iWant.ph following the premiere on July 7. For more on the latest documentaries follow @DocuCentral on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. For updates follow @ABSCBNpr on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram or go to abs-cbn.com/newsroom.