HONG KONG — There's no stopping the Arendelle experience even when one takes a bite for breakfast, lunch, dinner or snacks in between. Eating in the newly-opened World of Frozen theme park in Hong Kong Disneyland (HKDL) is an experiential journey, said park director of food and beverage (F&B) Manfred …
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Media as an invaluable partner for global peace (Part 1)
The Global Peace Foundation, an international nonprofit organization focused on the pursuit of community, national, and regional peace-building activities, held its Global Peace Media Forum in preparation for the Global Peace Convention this December 2023. The program sought to gather media professionals across different disciplines for a forum on how …
Read More »Holiday magic: Hong Kong Disneyland bares Christmas packages, new castle’s first New Year’s Eve countdown
HONG KONG — In time for the opening of World of Frozen this month, Hong Kong Disneyland presented to the global press, including Philstar.com, its Christmas and New Year offerings, including its first-ever New Year’s Eve countdown in its newly revamped Castle of Magical Dreams. Christmas offerings Musicians and dancers …
Read More »Give in to the ‘dark’ side: Three things to know about dark beers
for San Miguel Beer MANILA, Philippines — Of all the alcoholic drinks, beer ranks as the most widely consumed in the world. And by volume, beer ranks just below potable water and tea in terms of popularity among all kinds of beverages. Western markets have long been accustomed to dark …
Read More »New BTS docuseries arriving this December
MANILA, Philippines — A new documentary series about the Kpop boy band BTS will stream on Disney+ beginning December 20. The eight-part "BTS Monuments: Beyond the Star" will follow the group's decade-long career to date and feature in-depth interviews with each of the group's members — RM, Jin, J-Hope, Suga, …
Read More »‘Worldwide phenomenon’: Disney CEO ponders on Disney 100, ‘Frozen’ 10th anniversary
HONG KONG — World of Frozen, the world’s first ever and so far only “Frozen”-themed park in the world, officially opened to the public last Monday, November 20, in Hong Kong Disneyland Resort. In his speech for the opening, Walt Disney Company Chief Executive Officer Robert “Bob” Iger thanked Disney’s …
Read More »Triumph in Q4: SM Supermalls takes home prestigious accolades
MANILA, Philippines — SM Supermalls has recently garnered awards from esteemed recognition platforms for its impactful endeavors that enhance the well-being of Filipinos, including the Asia CEO Awards, Healthy Pilipinas Awards for Partners by the Department of Health (DOH) and the 2023 Dragons of Asia Awards. Asia CEO Awards SM …
Read More »‘One Piece’ star Mackenyu wants to visit Palawan, Boracay
MANILA, Philippines — "One Piece" live action star Mackenyu revealed that he wants to go to Palawan and Boracay. In an interview with the media last Saturday, Philstar.com asked "One Piece" Zoro where he would like to go in the Philippines. "I know Palawan is great, I know the place, …
Read More »Young lives strengthened: ‘Batang Matatag’ campaign upholds mission to invest in every Filipino child’s future
for Opella Healthcare MANILA, Philippines — On World Children’s Day, Erceflora Kiddie reaffirms its commitment to championing every child’s right to the highest attainable standard of health, including access to clean water and proper nutrition through the #BatangMatatag Campaign in partnership with Save the Children. “World Children’s Day is an …
Read More »Jollibee’s Joyful Christmas Stores light up the holiday season across Philippines
for Jollibee MANILA, Philippines — Filipinos have always eagerly anticipated Christmas and most consider this as their favorite time of the year. In fact, the Philippines is known as the country with the longest celebration of Christmas! To further make the holiday season more joyful, Jollibee launched its Christmas campaign …
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