Babyface Greatest Hits Concert is Coming to Manila!

 

BABYFACE GREATEST HITS CONCERT IS COMING TO MANILA! 

The 13-time GRAMMY Award-winning recording artist, songwriter, and producer Babyface is coming back to Manila, performing the Greatest Hits Concert at the SM Mall of Asia Arena on July 14, 2025! Being one of the most celebrated forces in music history, he is the only producer to win “Producer of the Year” four times, holding a record with three of those awarded consecutively from 1995-1997! 

Over the past five decades, he released three consecutive multi-platinum albums: Tender Lover (1989), featuring the #1 “Tender Lover”; For the Cool in You (1993), which included “Never Keeping Secrets” and “When Can I See You”; and The Day (1996) featuring “Every Time I Close My Eyes.” 

In 2014, he collaborated with Toni Braxton and released the GRAMMY Award-winning album Love, Marriage & Divorce. Babyface has written and produced hits for artists like Bobby Brown, Boyz II Men, Eric Clapton, Madonna, Beyonce, Bruno Mars, Ariana Grande, Mary J Blige, Celine Dion, Aretha Franklin, George Michael, Michael Jackson, Justin Bieber, Phil Collins, Janet Jackson, NSYNC, Chaka Khan, Faith Evans, Stevie Wonder, John Mayer, Lionel Richie, Michael Bolton, Kenny G, Lil Wayne, Luther Vandross, Barbra Streisand, and countless others. 

Most recently Babyface won his 13th GRAMMY Award for Best R&B Song for “Snooze” by SZA. Additionally, Babyface received nominations in two other categories: Best R&B Album (Girls Night Out,) Best Traditional R&B Performance (“Simple” by Babyface & Coco Jones off his Girls Night Out album.) 

On July 15th, 2023, Babyface’s latest single “As a matter of fact” reached #1 on the Billboard Adult R&B Airplay chart. The song is his first #1 solo single in 26 years. 

On October 21, 2022 Babyface released his new project, Girls Night Out, which features the legendary singer/songwriter/producer’s collaborations with some of today’s brightest female R&B stars, including Ella Mai, who is heard on the first single, “Keeps On Fallin’,” which was GRAMMY nominated for Best Traditional R&B Performance and took the #1 spot on the Mediabase R&B chart. He also teams up with Ari Lennox; Kehlani; Queen Naija, Coco Jones; Tiana Major9; Tink; Baby Tate; Muni Long; Amaarae; Sevyn Streeter & Tkay Maidza; Doechii and Angie Martinez & Lala Anthony. 

Babyface has contributed to over 800 million records sold and over a billion records streamed. He has produced and written 125 Top 10 Hits, 45 number 1 R&B hits, and 16 number 1 pop hits. In addition to winning a total of 13 GRAMMYs, he has been nominated 83 times. Throughout his career, Babyface has won the BMI Pop Songwriter of the Year trophy seven times, the BMI Icon Award and received a total of 52 BMI Awards, as well as 4 American Music Awards, 5 Soul Train Awards, and 5 NAACP Image awards. He also produced and co-wrote the Oscar winning song “When You Believe,” sung by Whitney Houston and Mariah Carey. 

The iconic singer, songwriter, and producer has many achievements such as being inducted into the Apollo Walk of Fame and receiving the inaugural Legacy Award from the Apollo Theater and being honored with the BMI Icon Award during the 2024 BMI R&B/Hop-Hop Awards. He is part of several Halls of Fame, in 2017 he was inducted to the Songwriters Hall of Fame while in 2013, he received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. 

Babyface’s Greatest Hits Concert in Manila is presented by Ovation Productions with BlastTV as the media partner. Tickets go on sale 12:00 NN on May 16, Friday through smtickets.com. Ticket prices are ₱8880, 8380, 7880, 6580, 6080, and 4580, 2580 inclusive of ticketing charges.

 

The Newest Kings of Mister Laguna – International Philippines!

 The Newest Kings of Mister Laguna – International Philippines!

 

After weeks of competition, the newest kings of Laguna have finally been named! From 24 distinctively handsome Lagunenyos, ten were crowned as the newest ambassadors of the province who will be competing in various national pageants this year.

Leading the pack is Andrei Polisto of San Pablo, who was crowned Mister International Philippines – Laguna. He will be representing the province at the Mister International Philippines pageant this July.

Aside from Andrei, two others will be competing at MIPH. First Runner-Up Raylon Cyre Dizon will be representing Bay, while Second Runner-Up Kerwin Sicat will be representing Los Baños in the same pageant.

Meanwhile, heavy favorite Yohance Godezano of Santa Rosa was crowned Mister Island Tourism – Laguna.

Cabuyao’s Chris Jholan Carag was named Ginoong Pilipinas – Laguna. Another favorite, Paul Bueno of Nagcarlan, will be representing Laguna at the Greatman of the Universe Philippines pageant.

Joshua Dizon from Victoria was crowned Mister Tourism World Philippines, Calamba’s Emart Manlangit was crowned Mister Philippines – Laguna, Leonard Derecho of Majayjay will represent the province at Mister Friendship Philippines, and lastly, Japhet Karatuan of Rizal will be the province’s representative at the King of the World Philippines pageant.

The coronation night was held at the Jose Rizal Coliseum, Calamba City.

Tinashe's Match My Freak: 2025 World Tour Live In Manila

 

TINASHE
MATCH MY FREAK: 2025 WORLD TOUR

LIVE IN MANILA

Breaking News – Multi-platinum-certified pop/R&B disruptor singer, songwriter and dancer TINASHEannounces 4 new stops in Asia on her Match My Freak: 2025 World Tour. MANILA will be on August 28th at the New Frontier Theater. Presented by Wilbros Live and Eventim Live Asia. Tickets go on-sale on Thursday, May 15, 11AM via TicketNet.com.ph and TicketNet outlets nationwide.

 

Tinashe is a multi-platinum-certified R&B disruptor singer, writer, and dancer - but she also produces, mixes, engineers, creative directs, and edits.  She is one of music’s most compelling artists, fusing innovative sounds from R&B, pop and hip-hop that has generated a global cross-genre fanbase of over 13 million social media followers.  Tinashe has headlined two world tours and accrued over 1.5 billion global streams all time. Her first album, Aquarius, came out in 2014 and debuted in the top 20 on the Billboard 200. She has since released four more studio albums, not including BB/ANG3L, as well as several mixtapes and numerous hit singles. 

 

Tinashe recently announced her upcoming album, Quantum Baby, which will be released on August 16th. From the forthcoming album Tinashe has released “Getting No Sleep” and the album's leading single “Nasty,” which is currently being lauded as a “Song of Summer” by many. Produced by Ricky Reed (Lizzo, Camila Cabello) and Zack Sekoff the track has been streamed over 455 million times worldwide since release. Following the viral dance trend, the track has become a certified hit, breaking onto major charts including the Billboard Hot 100. The track also reached #1 on Spotify’s Global Viral 50 and US Viral 50 as well as #2 on the Apple iTunes R&B and Soul Songs chart. The single is currently in the top 10 on the TikTok Billboard Top 50, #4 on the Billboard Hot R&B Songs, #11 at Rhythm Radio and just launched to Top 40 radio and continues to climb. On TikTok, the song has surpassed 4.2 million creates across sounds and is at 13 billion total views! 

 

Tinashe’s list of collaborators is extensive, including Tyga , Chlöe, Britney Spears, A$AP Rocky, Usher, Charli XCX, Chance the Rapper, Travis Scott, Dev Hynes, and Calvin Harris. In 2019, Tinashe performed the lead role of Mimi Marquez in the Fox television special Rent: LIVE.

 

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TECNO CAMON 40 Series, showbiz royalty Sarah G draw crowds at the FlashSnap Fiesta

 Star-studded event at Market! Market!  blends tech innovation and the art of capturing life’s fleeting moments.

 

TECNO Philippines celebrated the launch of the CAMON 40 Series by bringing to life its vision of “One Tap, Perfect Snap” with the FlashSnap Fiesta, a vibrant three-day carnival held at Market! Market! Activity Center from May 8 to 10.The event united thousands of fans, tech enthusiasts, and animal advocates under one roof—with showbiz icon Sarah Geronimo taking the spotlight as the “TECNO CAMON 40 Series Royalty”.

Seizing the Moment: Where Technology Meets Human Connection

The CAMON 40 Series’ core ethos—capturing fleeting moments and living in the now—echoed through every corner of the festival. Attendees immersed themselves in interactive zones designed to showcase the CAMON 40 Series’ revolutionary FlashSnap AI technology, sleek design and IP68/IP69 water and dust resistance. Partners amplified its message of joy and purpose.

The FlashSnap Fiesta transformed the venue into an immersive playground, featuring themed zones that showcased the CAMON 40 Series’ revolutionary technology.

• Snap Action Zone: Basketball dunks and spin bikes challenged visitors to freeze fast-paced movements with a single tap, proving the CAMON 40’s ability to turn adrenaline into crystal-clear memories.

• Snap Furry Zone: Partnering with animal rescue nonprofit Pawssion Project, TECNO transformed pet adoption into a heartwarming photo journey. Rescue dogs became instant models as guests tested the phone’s Pet Auto-Focus, blending advocacy with cutting-edge tech.

• Underwater Adventures: A massive aquarium at the TECNO Hub let users dive into underwater photography, demonstrating the device’s resilience while capturing vibrant marine life.

Sarah Geronimo: A royal celebration of Filipino spirit

The festival opened on May 8 with Sarah Geronimo on stage, embodying the CAMON 40’s spirit of “living in the moment.” She performed her hit song “Kilimetro”chatted with TV host Dianne Medina about her love for capturing life’s candid moments, and played flashsnap games with TikTok Creators and fans.

 

 

 

Sarah Geronimo snapped photos with fans using the CAMON 40 Pro 5G’s 50MP Ultra-Clear rear Camera with One-tap button. TECNO executives bestowed Sarah with the title of “CAMON 40 Series Royalty” — complete with a bespoke certification mirroring the green color from CAMON 40 Series — cementing her role as the brand’s ambassador of spontaneity and authenticity.

Adding to the excitement, viral celebrities such as “talking” dog Theo Romeo, gaming influencer Aningning and Zen Pro hosted high-energy mobile esports battles at the Flash Game Zone empowered by CAMON 40 Series’ great performance.

Powering possibilities: Third-party collaborations

TECNO amplified the festival’s impact through key partnerships:

• Home Credit offered stress-free, up to 12 months of 0% installment plans with payments of as low as PhP27 per day for the CAMON 40 Series, and extra PhP500 discount (from April 24 to May 10).

• Dito Mobile ensured seamless connectivity for data using Prodive, a free DITO SIM with level-up 99+ UNLI5G, for every purchase of CAMON 40 Pro 5G and CAMON 40 Premier 5G.

• Honor of Kings (HOK) and PUBG Mobile cosplayers brought fantasy worlds to life during the fiesta.

Beyond tech, the event championed compassion by helping rescue pets find forever homes through Pawssion Project.

The carnival continued with weekend attractions with “Paws & Snap” Pet Fashion Show with Adopted pets and Pawssion Project Talk on May 9 and HOK Cosplayers/Gamer Meet & Greet and local band Fantasy’s performance on May 10

TECNO and the FlashSnap Fiesta

Mr. Jian Wong, TECNO Philippines Country Manager, said, “The FlashSnap Fiesta isn’t just a launch event—it’s a testament to how technology can unite passion, creativity, and social good. With the CAMON 40 Series, we empower Filipinos to seize every irreplaceable moment, whether it’s a child’s laughter, a pet’s mischief, or a star’s sparkle.”

Be among the first to own a CAMON 40 Series smartphone

Priced competitively from PhP9,999 to PhP21,999, the CAMON 40 Series is available from April 24. CAMON 40, CAMON 40 Pro 5G and CAMON 40 Premier 5G are available on TikTok, Shopee and Lazada. CAMON 40 and CAMON 40 Premier 5G are available in retail stores  from April 24. CAMON 40 Pro 5G will be available offline after May 10.

CAMON 40 will be priced PhP9,999 while CAMON 40 Premier 5G will be on sale for PhP21,999 on all online platforms and retail shops. CAMON 40 Pro 5G 8+256 is priced at PhP12,999, while the 12 +256 version is PhP14,999.

CAMON 40 is available in glacier white and galaxy black colors. CAMON 40 Pro 5G is available in glacier white, galaxy black and emerald lake green colors. CAMON 40 Premier 5G is available in galaxy black and emerald lake green colors.

Catch the last chance for offline pre-order!

Pre-order the CAMON 40 Pro 5G until this May 10 in all TECNO offline stores and receive exclusive discounts and a CAMON premium gift set. The claiming period is from May 11 to 25, 2025.

Pre-order the CAMON 40 Pro 5G 8+256 and get PhP1,000 off the price plus 2,000 Boosted T-Spot points. Enjoy a PhP1,500 discount, as well as a Boosted T-SPOT points to 2,500 when you pre-order the CAMON 40 Pro 5G 12+256. Check this website to pre-order: https://wap.tspot.tecno.com/webApp/OrderPrePH?channel=SCAN_CODE_ON_SHOP

Purchase offline from April 24-May 10, 2025 through HomeCredit and receive extra PhP500 discount for the whole CAMON 40 Series - CAMON 40, CAMON 40 Pro 5G and CAMON 40 Premier 5G. Avail of up to a 12-month loan term with 0% interest per month and pay as low as PhP27 per day. Combined with CAMON 40 Pro 5G’s offline pre-order policy, customers can get up to PhP2,000 in discounts for the CAMON 40 Pro 5G

House of Yugen Launches New Council Ahead of the 74th Miss Universe Pageant

 House of Yugen Launches New Council Ahead of the 74th Miss Universe Pageant

The journey to the much-anticipated 74th Miss Universe pageant—set to take place this November in Thailand—has officially begun. National franchises around the world are now selecting their delegates, including the House of Yugen, the official franchise holder of Miss Universe Bahrain, Egypt, and Pakistan.

In a press conference held at The Grand Hausse in Quezon City, House of Yugen, led by its founder and national director Josh Yugen, unveiled its newly formed leadership council. This elite team is tasked with mentoring, training, and preparing future Miss Universe delegates representing Bahrain, Egypt, and Pakistan.

Meet the House of Yugen Leadership Council:

• Maureen Montagne – Miss Globe 2021, will serve as Head of Beauty, guiding candidates in styling, runway presence, and visual presentation.

• Gwendoline Fourniol – Miss World Philippines 2022, appointed as Head of Social Impact and Candidate Development, will oversee advocacy training and social engagement programs.

• Dr. Jonas Apostol – Co-National Director of Miss Universe Bahrain and official Dental and Aesthetic Partner, ensuring candidates maintain their best physical presentation.

• Dr. Gwen Pang – Secretary of the Philippine Red Cross, takes the role of Head of Charity, guiding candidates in humanitarian outreach and philanthropic partnerships.

• Kosh Hewage – Deputy Director for Miss Universe Bahrain, playing a key administrative and organizational role.

• Ian Boromeo – Managing Director of the House of Yugen and VP for Operations and Communications, ensuring the seamless execution of events and strategic communication.

• Arci Muñoz – Actress and advocate, appointed Head of Women Empowerment, will mentor the candidates in self-confidence and leadership.

• Deborah Kugler – Named Creative Director, responsible for brand aesthetics, visual identity, and production design.

• Mercy Maddox – Head of the House of Yugen Denmark Office, serves as Head of Training and Development, leading technical training, workshops, and performance coaching.

• Xian Lim – Actor and director, steps in as Head of Personality Development, focusing on public speaking, stage presence, and confidence building.

Former Titleholders Take the Lead

In a move to integrate experience with leadership, former Miss Universe candidates are now taking on key roles within their respective national franchises:

• Erica Robin – Miss Universe Pakistan 2023, has been named Co-National Director for Miss Universe Pakistan.

• Evlin Khalifa – Miss Universe Bahrain 2022, will co-manage Miss Universe Bahrain, lending her insight and experience to future candidates.

• Mohra Tantawy – Miss Universe Egypt 2023, will serve as Head of Culture, promoting cultural representation and authenticity on the global stage.

This dynamic team, under the leadership of Josh Yugen, is set to take the Miss Universe journey beyond beauty. Their focus lies not only in preparing contestants for the competition but also in nurturing well-rounded ambassadors of change—emphasizing advocacy, wellness, humanitarian outreach, and personal growth.

As the countdown to Miss Universe 2025 continues, the House of Yugen stands firm in its mission to empower women and elevate their voices on one of the world’s most prestigious stages.

The Press Conference also featured performances from upcoming P-pop Boy Broup, The SYNC.

Ben&Ben kicks off global album tour with Cebu show

 The Philippines’ most popular band is bringing their music to different parts of the country, the United States, and Singapore starting this month 

The Philippines’ biggest folk-pop band Ben&Ben will be bringing their music to Cebu, Bacolod, and Davao for the Philippine leg of their The Traveller Across Dimensions World Tour. Overseas performances will also take place in Singapore and different parts of the United States later in the year. 

 

Tickets are already available for the May 24 show at the Waterfront Cebu City Hotel & Casino, with announcements for the June 8 show at the University of St. La Salle in Bacolod and the June 22 performance at the SMX Convention Center in Davao to come in the next few weeks.  

 

Meanwhile, tickets for the Singapore show at the Arena@Expo on December 14, as well as those for the performance at the Thunder Valley Casino in Lincoln, California on July 12 are also available for purchase. Additional show dates and venues will be announced as they become final. 

 

For the tour, the nine-piece band will perform tracks from their third studio album, mixed with some of their past hits. The Traveller Across Dimensions album was released on November 29, 2024, and has produced hits like Could Be Something and Tomorrow with You.  

 

The concept album follows the story of Liwanag, the Traveller, as she journeys through three Dimensions: Light, depicting innocence; Energy, depicting struggle; and feel, depicting maturity. She writes 12 songs along the way, which relate her experiences in each of the Dimensions. 

 

The songs reflect the various experiences of the band members over the past several years and showcase their growth as people, as songwriters, and as musicians. While their signature indie folk sound remains, the group dishes out city pop and electric beats not present in their previous songs. As the group evolves, so do their stories and their music.  

 

“We are excited to bring the songs from The Traveller Across Dimensions to various stages all over the Philippines and the world. It is a privilege to be able to perform for our Liwanag community in different parts of the country, as well as in Singapore and the US,” Ben&Ben said. “We are also grateful for the support of our tour promotions team for paving the way for us to spread light and love to music lovers beyond Philippine shores through our songs. We look forward to seeing all of you in our shows.” 

 

 

Leading tour and concert promotions companies AEG Presents Asia (Singapore leg), NY Entourage Productions (US leg), and Ovation Productions (Philippines and Singapore legs) have teamed up to bring to life The Traveller Across Dimensions on stage.  

 

AEG Presents has promoted global tours for big-name artists such as Katy Perry, Celine Dion, Justin Bieber, Elton John, The Rolling Stones, and Taylor Swift. NY Entourage, through exclusive partnerships with major resort casinos in North America, has brought local artists such as Sarah Geronimo, Bamboo, Piolo Pascual, Jim Paredes, Boboy Garrovillo, Nonoy Zuñiga, Marco Sison, and Rey Valera to stages across the US and Canada. Ovation Productions is one of the Philippines’ most respected concert producers, having staged successful events for a diverse group of artists including Ed Sheeran, Toto, Air Supply, The Jonas Brothers, Taylor Swift, Tears for Fears, Sting, Celine Dion, Paul Anka, Alanis Morissette, Boyz II Men, and hallyu stars NCT DoJaeJung, Choi Minho, Hwang In Youp, and Park Bo Gum as well as Japanese artists XG, Fujii Kaze, and Ado. 

 

 

Bogie de Guia, Director at Ovation Productions, said: “It is truly a joy and an honor to again work with the band for their world tour. Having worked with them in their past events, we can truly say that their world-class talent deserves to be heard by more people outside the Philippines. We promise to stage a great show for their fans in Cebu, Bacolod, Davao, and Singapore.” 

 

For his part, Bryan Mosko, Director at AEG Presents Asia, said: “We are thrilled to be working with Ben&Ben! They have such a huge following, and we are glad to be able to help bring their music to people outside their home country.” 

 

NYE President and CEO Nancy Yang added: “Ben&Ben is one of the hottest Philippine bands today. We are happy to be their partner in bringing their music to the US. We believe they are wonderful representatives of Filipino music and their generation.” 

 

 

TICKET INFORMATION 

 

Date	24 May (Saturday)	12 July (Saturday)	14 December (Sunday)
Venue	Waterfront Cebu City Hotel & Casino, Cebu	Thunder Valley Casino Resort, Lincoln, California	Arena@EXPO, Singapore
Ticket Prices	PHP6,500 / 5,500 / 4,500 / 3,200 / 2,000	USD129.95 / 99.95 / 79.95 / 59.95 / 39.95 (plus applicable taxes and fees)	SGD168 / 148 / 128 / 108 / 88 (plus applicable fees)
Link	smtickets.com	https://thundervalleyresort.com/entertainment/events/ben-ben	https://ticketmaster.sg/activity/detail/25sg_benandben

Breaking Stereotypes: Gabriel Martinez Wins Ginoong Quezon

Quezon Province Has a New King! Catanauan’s Emmanuel Gabriel Martinez!

The wait is over! The new Ginoong Quezon has been crowned, and he is none other than Emmanuel Gabriel Martinez from Catanauan!

Outshining 26 other contenders from across the province, the 18-year-old student, budding model, and aspiring MMA fighter emerged victorious, claiming the coveted title of Ginoong Quezon.

Gabriel is not your typical pageant king. Standing at 5'8", he’s on a mission to challenge the traditional norms of male pageantry, proving that success isn’t limited to height or stereotypes. His confidence, charisma, and unique edge have already earned him three local titles, with Ginoong Quezon now marking his biggest win yet.

Poised to be a game changer in the world of pageantry, Gabriel brings a fresh energy to the stage, the one that blends style, substance, and a fighting spirit. Quezon Province, meet your new king!

The Living Tombstone Live in Manila

 

TLT fans and FNAF community in the Philippines, time to see the internet’s biggest gaming band up close! 

The Living Tombstone will be performing live in Manila on July 8, 2025, at the New Frontier Theater, presented by Ovation Productions and Blast TV as the official media partner.  

The Living Tombstone or TLT is known for their catchy beats, catchy melodies, and electronic music, composed of the duo Yoav Landau and Sam Haft. Having created and released music over eleven years, they have amassed 8 million YouTube subscribers, and their music has achieved over 70 billion streams across platforms. The band is coming off a sold-out North American 2024 tour. Their unique position as both recording artists and influencers in the gaming and ‘geekdom’ space gives them a significant cultural footprint and history, with multiple RIAA-awarded songs, and even charting at #4 on the Dance/Electronic chart with their track Five Nights At Freddy’s, used in the end credits of the recent Blumhouse/NBC Universal produced film.  

Haft, originally a TV and film writer by trade, joined The Living Tombstone as a songwriter-lyricist-vocalist seven years ago, but ask him and he’ll tell you, “The magic is all Yoav. I’m hardworking and lucky - he’s special.” Founding member Yoav Landau, who portrays the band’s frontman character “zero_one” onstage, started TLT as a way to escape an environment in which he never felt like he fit in, as a teenager in Israel. Yoav found an emotional outlet in developing music about his favorite television shows to connect with like-minded communities away from his home and across the world. As soon as he was able, Yoav left college, moved to America, and became a full-time creator. 

TLT's manager, Octone Records co-founder David Boxenbaum, never thought he would manage an act, but something surprised him when he first encountered TLT. “These guys disprove the rule, that you can’t just put your music out there and expect people to find it,” he says with a grin. “These guys put it out there, and millions of people found it.” And he’s right - they have - from major movie studios like Universal Pictures, to A-Listers like Will Smith and Jack Black. TLT has carved out its own little corner of the geek culture zeitgeist. 

TLT encountered Boxenbaum - or “Box” as friends call him - while developing a TV show for Japanese media giant Avex, where he was the head of their music company. It was Box who convinced the act to finally assemble the debut LP album they’d been dreaming up for years, “zero_one”, and take it to the industry, where it was embraced by fans and casual listeners alike. 

TLT have in the meantime continued developing projects for TV, video games, and more. In 2021, they released indie horror game In Sound Mind, which was critically well received and rated “overwhelmingly positive” on Steam. Since re-acquiring the rights to their TV project from Avex, they have independently financed a proof-of-concept to their battle of the bands cartoon, “Rock N Rumble,” with plans to pitch in Q1 2024. In addition, they’ve spun off the concept into a battle of the bands strategy video game, AudioClash: Battle Of The Bands, currently in beta and seeking a publisher. 

Now newly signed to 10K Projects, TLT is working alongside industry-best alternative producer CJ Baran (Panic! at the Disco, COIN, One OK Rock) on their next album, entitled Rust. “Just as zero_one was an album about looking inward, Rust is an album about looking outward,” says Haft. “It’s an album about rebellion, dystopia, and an angry optimism that we can create the future we deserve.” Rust releases in 2025. 

Ticket prices to the upcoming TLT concert in Manila are as follows; VIP at PHP5000, Loge at PHP3500, and Balcony at PHP2500, exclusive of ticketing charges and will be available at ticketnet.com.ph with artist presale happening on April 30, and general on sale on May 2. 

The Living Tombstone’s concert is more than just a night of entertainment, but it is also a great way for fans to support and appreciate the music of their favorite artist. 

Ahtisa Manalo Crowned Miss Universe Philippines 2025

After months of intense competition, Ahtisa Manalo, 27, from Quezon Province, was crowned Miss Universe Philippines 2025 during the grand coronation night held Friday at the Mall of Asia Arena. This was Ahtisa’s second attempt at the national crown, and her perseverance finally paid off as she bested over 60 other candidates.

Despite a slip during the evening gown competition while wearing a stunning pink Val Taguba gown, Ahtisa turned the moment into a symbol of resilience. During the Q&A round, she referenced the incident, stating, “Whenever I fall in life, I always make sure that I come back stronger.”

Ahtisa also delivered an emotional tribute to her late grandmother, who passed away earlier this year. “This is my and my grandmother's shared dream” she said. “And this is my ode to her.”

Finishing as first runner up is Teresita Ssen "Winwyn" Marquez of Muntinlupa and completing the MUPH court is Yllana Marie Aduana of Siniloan, Laguna who finished as second runner up. 

Three out of the top 6 girls were given crown as well, Cebu City's Gabbi Carballo will be vying for a back-to-back at the Miss Eco International, Chelsea Fernandez will try her luck at Miss Cosmo, and Katrina Llegado is set to conquer Miss Supranational 2026. 

Ahtisa Manalo will be competing in Bangkok, Thailand this coming November.