Security Bank Capital Investment Corporation (“Security Bank Capital”), the wholly owned investment banking arm of Security Bank Corporation, was recognized as the Best Debt Capital Markets (DCM) House – Domestic at the FinanceAsia Awards 2026, held on June 25, 2026, at Conrad Hong Kong. Representing Security Bank Capital at the ceremony, Virgilio Chua, President and CEO, received the award from Jasmine Tai, Associate Head of Conferences at FinanceAsia and Corporate Treasurer at Haymarket Media Group. The recognition reflects Security Bank Capital’s strong performance over the past year. The firm successfully facilitated 11 debt capital market issuances for the government and…
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Anime fans have more reasons to celebrate as Crunchyroll and TMS Entertainment team up to mark the 10th anniversary of the beloved Bananya franchise with a brand-new mobile game and a special anime release. Launching this summer exclusively on Crunchyroll Game Vault, Bananya Buddies is a cozy cat-collecting mobile game inspired by the popular anime shorts currently streaming on Crunchyroll. Pre-registration is now open on Google Play, while App Store availability will be announced soon. Developed by Crunchyroll Games and TMS Entertainment in collaboration with independent studio The MIX, Bananya Buddies brings the charming world of the banana-dwelling cats into…
GMA Public Affairs and GMA Pictures’ animated documentary film “58th” won the Facing the Edge Award at the 2026 Doc Edge Festival, New Zealand’s premier documentary festival and an Academy Awards-qualifying event. Directed by award-winning filmmaker Carl Joseph Papa, and with a stellar cast led by Sparkle star Glaiza de Castro, “58th” received the award, which honors films that take audiences “to the boundary of justice, technology, love, and what it means to be human in a shifting world.” The latest recognition further cements the film’s growing international success following its official selection at the 2026 Annecy International Animation Film…
iWant’s supernatural-comedy original, “Nurse the Dead,” recently drew praise internationally for its representation of overseas Filipino nurses and highlighting Philippine culture as the series continues to air as one of the most-watched titles on the streaming platform abroad. Juslyn Manalo, the former mayor and current council member of Daly City, California, recognized the series for its authentic and heartfelt portrayal of Filipino nurses’ sacrifices abroad, while showcasing the core Filipino values that resonate with and inspire global audiences. “It is long overdue to have more representation on the screen. With Filipino nurses at the forefront of healthcare, ‘Nurse the Dead’ centers the…
Two capstone film projects from De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde were recently screened in Seattle, Washington as part of the Diwa at Pagdiriwang Festival. Programmed under the festival’s “Sometimes You Just Gotta Laugh” block shown last June 7 at the Seattle Center Armory Loft 2, the short films offered a humorous yet poignant look at the chaotic, high-stakes world of teenage ambitions and student filmmaking. The Benildean delegation brought two distinct flavors of academic comedy, namely high school politics and cinephile dreams. Produced under HIVE Films and directed by Terrence Santiago, the 20-minute thesis short “Philip vs. The School”…
Araneta City has always been a place where history and progress meet. Known as the ultimate hub for commerce, entertainment, and transit in Metro Manila, it has grown into a cornerstone that reflects nostalgia while embracing modern urban culture. And among the many landmarks that have defined The City of Firsts, Ali Mall has stood for decades as one of its most recognizable icons. This year, Ali Mall is celebrating its 50th anniversary, a milestone that further highlights its enduring role in Araneta City’s story of evolution. Ali Mall was named after American professional boxer Muhammad Ali, who fought in…
The competition heats up in The Clash Teens after announcing the Top 12 Teen Clashers, who must fight for their dream of becoming the first-ever Teen Grand Champion. Hosted by Clash Masters Julie Anne San Jose and Rayver Cruz, The Clash Teens continues to showcase the talents, stories, and determination of a new generation of Filipino performers under the guidance of the Clash Panel: Christian Bautista, BGYO JL, and Jillian Ward. The second round of the competition, Kakampi o Kalaban, is expected to be more thrilling for both the Clashers and The Clash fans. After their outstanding performances on the…
This Sunday, July 5, marks the start of another exciting season of Regal Studio Presents, opening with a story of love, money, and risks. Headlining the premiere episode Til Debt Do Us Part are Nikki Co and Sarah Edwards as Alex and Maya—two lives destined to collide because of debts. Alex has built his life on numbers and fear, as he is known as a hardened debt collector for a ruthless loan shark. However, everything changes when he meets Maya, a spirited woman drowning in debt from her late mother’s hospital bills, while fiercely protecting her little sister. Alex’s routine…
Viewers are in for an emotional and thrilling week as GMA Network’s hit Afternoon Prime series You’re My Favorite Song delivers long-awaited reunions, shocking revelations, and heartfelt family moments in its highly anticipated third week. The romance between Angel (Caprice Cayetano) and Miguel (Heath Journales) takes a major step forward as the two finally come face-to-face. While hiding from the relentless Calix (Clifford), Angel follows the familiar voice of Captain Serenade and discovers that the kind-hearted busker behind the bear costume is none other than Miguel Miraflor, the lead vocalist of the popular band Siklab. Meanwhile, tragedy strikes the Montaverde…
Academy Award-nominated actor Ryan Gosling takes on a high-stakes mission to save humanity in the upcoming sci-fi adventure “Project Hail Mary,” premiering worldwide on Prime Video on July 3. Based on the bestselling novel by Andy Weir, the film follows science teacher Ryland Grace (Gosling), who wakes up aboard a spaceship light years away from Earth with no memory of who he is or how he got there. As fragments of his memory return, he discovers that he has been sent on a critical mission to solve the mystery behind a strange substance causing the sun to die, threatening life…