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  People rarely buy a recliner intending to replace it in a year or two. Once it finds its place in the living room, bedroom, or family area, it often becomes part of everyday life for years. That makes choosing one less about how comfortable it feels during a short showroom test and more about whether it will keep up with how you live. Think about how often that chair may actually be used. It can become the place for morning coffee, television after work, weekend reading, afternoon rest, or the few quiet minutes between parts of the day. Over several years, those hours add up considerably. ZION Philippines approaches its recliner collection with that long-term use in mind. The lineup includes the Noble, Duke, Baron, Crown 1-Seater, Crown 2-Seater, and Royale, offering different combinations of upholstery, reclining systems, movement, powered adjustment, vibration massage, heating, and lift assistance by model. That variety matters because a recliner should fit more than the availa...

  Popular comedian and vlogger Sassa Gurl is making headlines not just for her latest film role but for her unwavering determination to never be poor again. Sassa takes center stage in the supernatural horror-comedy-romance “Multwoh (Patay Na Patay Sa’yo),” an official entry to the 2026 Puregold CinePanalo Film Festival. The festival runs from September 23 to October 4, and “Multwoh” is already creating a buzz for its unique story and its star’s inspiring journey. But for Sassa, “Multwoh” represents much more than just another acting gig. “This is the first movie I produced,” Sassa shared during the film’s premiere at Gateway Cinema in Araneta City.  “I haven’t recouped my investment yet,” she admitted, underscoring the financial risks she took to bring this story to life. Despite the uncertainty, Sassa is determined to keep producing films. “Hopefully. Producing is also a business. But even if I make a profit just once, I’ll still keep making stories people haven’t seen in fi...

  Hyper Knife, the Korean medical thriller that had audiences on the edge of their seats with its shocking twists, captivating storyline, and realistic depictions of dangerous medical procedures, was nominated in the TV Movie/Mini-Series category at the 2026 International Emmy® Awards. A Disney+ Korea Original, Hyper Knife was also nominated alongside other international Disney+ titles including the United Kingdom’s A Thousand Blows (Drama Series) and Mexico’s La Peor Vuelta Al Mundo (The Worst Trip Around The World) (Non-Scripted Entertainment). First premiering in March 2025, Hyper Knife is a contemporary medical thriller with a syringe full of twists that follows Seok, a visionary neurosurgeon with unparalleled skill with a scalpel.  Addicted to the operating room and obsessed with honing her abilities, Seok suddenly finds herself shunned by her mentor and stripped of her medical license after uncovering a shocking truth.  Refusing to let go of her life’s work, Seok co...

Global AI device provider HONOR Philippines has officially begun teasing something exciting following the success of the HONOR 600 Series, hinting at another device designed to keep up with the fast-paced lifestyles of today’s young professionals, creators, and digital-savvy users. Built around the everyday demands of entertainment, content creation, work, and business, HONOR’s upcoming device will bring together the features users need to stay productive, creative, and connected. From creating social media content to managing work and business on the go, it is designed to fit seamlessly into how today’s generation lives and works. At the heart of the experience is HONOR’s AI Image to Video 2.0, giving users a more creative way to bring their images to life. Together with the device’s entertainment, content creation, and everyday productivity capabilities, HONOR is set to make advanced experiences more accessible to a wider audience. HONOR 600 First Day Sale Draws Huge Crowds “Followin...

  Breakout girl group Baby Dolls continues to make their mark in the music scene as their hit songs “Oohh Lala Baby” and “Ikembot Mo” draw more streams and views, while their latest single “Meme” gains traction across streaming and social media platforms. The “It’s Showtime” girl group made their breakthrough last March with the release of their debut EP, “Zoom Baby Dolls,” which introduced their fun, upbeat sound to music fans. Among its standout tracks were “Oohh Lala Baby” and “Ikembot Mo,” which have since become two of the group’s biggest hits. The group is now carrying that success into their latest release, “Meme,” which dropped on September 3. The new single has already surpassed 91,000 streams on Spotify, while its lyric video has earned 162,000 views on YouTube. On TikTok, the track is also gaining traction, with more than 15,700 posts using the song. “Meme” marks an exciting new chapter for Baby Dolls members as they get to showcase more of their personality and musicali...

Global AI devices provider HONOR Philippines officially launched the HONOR Pad X9b Max, bringing a larger and more immersive tablet experience to Filipino consumers. The tablet will be available for purchase starting September 19, with prices starting at PHP 19,999. Designed for entertainment, productivity, and everyday use, the HONOR Pad X9b Max combines a large, high-resolution display, a long-lasting battery, and an immersive viewing experience. Together, these features give users more room to watch, work, browse, and stay connected throughout the day. “We wanted to bring a tablet experience that gives users more room to enjoy the things they love, whether that’s watching content, getting work done, or simply staying connected throughout the day,” said Stephen Cheng, Vice President of HONOR Philippines. “With the HONOR Pad X9b Max, we’re bringing together a large 120Hz display, a powerful 10,100mAh battery, and an immersive IMAX Enhanced experience to make every moment on the tablet...

  Kapuso viewers are in for a daily dose of Michael V., as the Kapuso Comedy Icon temporarily takes over hosting duties for the country’s top-rating game show, Family Feud. Beginning Thursday, September 17, Bitoy steps in as host while Dingdong Dantes attends to The Master Cutter tapings. In an interview with Kapuso PR, Bitoy expressed his excitement and nostalgia over returning to game show hosting. “Naku, napakasaya. Miss na miss ko na 'yung pagho-host. Matagal ko nang iniisip-isip 'to, eh. Na-miss ko nga ba o hindi? Pero nung sumalang na ako dito sa Family Feud, oo nga na-miss ko nga! At gusto ko 'yung interaction, gusto ko 'yung meeting new people at saka 'yung mga sagot na binibigay nila para malaman mo 'yung personality nila,” he said. Known for his versatility as a comedian, actor, host, writer, and director, Bitoy is set to bring his signature wit and humor to the highly rated program. He shared that he added some twists to the show's usual gameplay ...