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September 20, 2021

Keeping the healthy lifestyle with trendy styles from SM Surplus

Staying indoors has become the new normal for most of us and embraced a new lifestyle to keep ourselves fit and healthy. Many have converted their homes into fitness gyms and joined online exercise classes. A very positive way of encouraging others to do the same thing by sharing fitness progress in social media while wearing trendy apparel for all kinds of activities.

The good news is that Surplus has a new activewear collection designed for your comfort, performance, and style, perfect for both fitness and fashion.

Start your day balancing body, mind, and spirit with some yoga and meditation wearing a snug fit sports bra paired with lightweight and breathable leggings for a good range of motion. Do some cardio or strength training to boost your mood with sweat-wicking tees, gym shorts, or sweatpants.

 

 

If you’re going for a quick outdoor run or bike, wear athletic jackets or hoodies to protect your skin under the sun. Make sure also to keep your belongings safe with Surplus messenger bags, gym bags, and waist packs. Staying hydrated is also a must with tumblers and water bottles available in different designs and colors.

  

The Surplus active collection is available at Surplus stores located in most SM Supermalls nationwide.

For a more convenient shopping experience, you may check out Surplus at Lazada, SM Malls Online, and ShopSM. Surplus Order to Deliver is also now available; join their Viber community and follow them at Facebook and Instagram @SurplusPH and @Surplus_ph for more details.

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September 18, 2021

TUDUM: Netflix's global fan event happens September 25

More in store for Netflix fans as the largest streaming platform in the world holds its first global fan event: TUDUM. The event will be available for streaming across all Netflix's global platforms for one whole day. In the Philippines, it will be watched on Netflix Philippines' Youtube channel.

The event will feature 140+ celebrities from 70 countries to give us a glimpse of shows, trailers and more of what's coming to Netflix in the future. Check out some of Netflix's A-list of celebrities you can meet in TUDUM.



The 3-hour event will also highlight the return of Netflix's popular series such as La Casa de Papel, Stranger Things, Bridgerton, The Witcher and Cobra Kai, as well as upcoming blockbuster films like Red Notice, Don’t Look Up, Extraction, The Harder They Fall, The Old Guard.

There will also be special pre-shows spotlighting Korean and Indian series and films along with exciting anime content - taking place on September 25, right before the global premiere.

We are also encouraged to co-stream and react to our TUDUM event in real-time. Check out this guide on how to co-stream on Twitch. Sign up to co-stream on TUDUM.com.

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September 16, 2021

Venom: Let There Be Carnage holds fan first screening event in London

How we all miss cinemas here especially in the Philippines. But in London, they are already experiencing the theaters with the sequel of Tom Hardy's Venom: Let There Be Carnage in the fans first screening event. Watch the sizzle reel covering the event below.
 

Lead actor Tom Hardy and director Andy Serkis graced the event at Cineworld Leicester Square. Fans also come along with their cosplays.
Andy Serkis and Tom Hardy
Tom Hardy

Tom Hardy returns to the big screen in Venom: Let There Be Carnage as the lethal protector Venom, one of MARVEL’s greatest and most complex characters. Directed by Andy Serkis, the film also stars Michelle Williams, Naomie Harris, Reid Scott, Stephen Graham and Woody Harrelson, in the role of the villain Cletus Kasady/Carnage.

Venom: Let There Be Carnage will be distributed in the Philippines by Sony Pictures International, coming to theaters really soon. Watch the trailer below.

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September 13, 2021

Hawkeye gets holiday release in Disney+

Up next in the spotlight in the MCU saga is Hawkeye who will pierce through our holiday season in Disney+ starting November 24.


Hawkeye or Clint Barton, played by Jeremy Renner, continues his life after the Avengers and now lives a peaceful life with his family. But as the holiday season gets nearer, an unexpected surprise unwraps for a new mission.

Hailee Steinfeld as Kate Bishop

Steinfeld and Renner in Hawkeye

A young woman revealed as "the world's greatest archer," played by Hailee Steinfeld, was tied with Barton to fight terror with their bow and arrow. Will she join the next Avengers? Watch the trailer below.


The thing that caught me was Captain America's life was turned into a musical. Let's see what would be its significance when Hawkeye arrives in Disney+ this November.



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Thousands of learners aided in World Vision’s 5K Campaign Challenge

A fundraising event initiated by World Vision Philippines was able to help for than 3,000 students across the country to assist their educational needs that were affected by the pandemic. World Vision's student ambassadors were able to raise more than P300,000 in the 2020 5K Campaign Challenge that benefited the child-focused COVID-19 response.


The 5K Challenge were collected among participants and their peers so that beneficiaries would be able to receive modules and gadgets to continue their education. Funds raised for Abutin Na10, a program created by World Vision in partnership with DepEd, will contribute to DepEd’s Learning Continuity Plan and its multi modal approaches, so that children can continue to learn and develop their life skills even in these difficult times.



The students who participated in the 5K Campaign Challenge came from schools across Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao in a Virtual Congratulatory Event hosted by World Vision, the following
students were recognized because of their huge contribution to make the initiative a great success.

The Top Advocates or students who encouraged others to join the campaign are Arisha of Brent International School, who invited friends to participate in the fundraising and even partnered with a local business to reach her goals, Carina of Homeschool Global, who also invited 3 other friends to fundraise with her and Bernice of Homeschool Global, who advocated for the cause through a livestream performance.

The First Achievers or students who first achieved the target goal of PHP 5,000 are Paige of Homeschool Global, Imma of Paref Woodrose, and Luisa of De La Salle MHSI.

Meanwhile, the Top Fundraisers of the 5K Campaign Challenge are Kreisha of Homeschool
Global, Yashmin of Ateneo De Cebu, and Margau Leanne of Beacon Academy.

World Vision Celebrity Ambassador Jasmine Curtis-Smith led the 5K Campaign Challenge by inspiring everyone to unite and become #OneForChildren especially during this challenging period. Also supporting the 5K Campaign Challenge are World Vision’s corporate partners Promate and
Urbanize.

To know more about World Vision’s 5K Campaign Challenge and its initiative against COVID-19, please visit https://www.worldvision.org.ph. You may also follow /worldvisionph on Facebook
and @worldvisionphl on Instagram for updates.
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September 12, 2021

Han So-hee goes undercover in Netflix's My Name

Netflix has confirmed another partnership with director Kim Jin-min after his much-acclaimed drama Extracurricular, an unconventional story about the darker side of high school teens. This October, his new action drama My Name is about a driven woman who joined a crime ring and becomes undercover police in order to find his father's killer. The teaser poster is released below.

The teaser poster reveals a gripping copy that reads: “No one can know. My enemy, my revenge.” It is accompanied by the haunting image of Han So-hee, the likes of which viewers have never seen before. Her portrayal of Jiwoo in My Name takes a 180-degree turn from her other well-known characters as Yeo Da-gyeong in The World of the Married and Yu Na-bi in Nevertheless,.

Director Kim Jin-min, with his keen instinct for suspense, weaves a rich and dramatic storyline with Jiwoo and the other fascinating characters played by Park Hee-soon and Ahn Bo-hyun. My Name promises to be a gratifying action noir film with a tightly woven plot and thrilling suspense.

My Name will be released to over 190 countries around the world on October 15th, only on Netflix.
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September 11, 2021

SpectaculART 2: Virtual auction set on October 1-3

Art lovers, attention! Here's your chance to get hold of rare pieces in Santuario de San Antonio Parish's SpectaculART 2 - a fund-raising virtual auction. The event will be live on their website www.spectaculartph.com.

This year, keep your eye on pristine and pre-loved art, jewelry, and homeware. Fine Jewelry, Estate, Artisan and an assortment of diamonds, pearls, and colored stones are up for grabs.

 

The homeware collection will feature European, Asian, and locally sourced pieces ranging from antique, vintage, and contemporary furniture and home décor.

Nganga Betel Nut Set

Thai Low Chairs and Table Set

SpectaculART 2 will also showcase a carefully curated selection of meaningful works created by esteemed artists namely: National Artist for Visual Art Carlos “Botong” Francisco, Impy Pilapil, Romeo Tabuena, and Anita Magsaysay Ho. Unique pieces by renowned Filipino Visual Artists Gus Albor, Ramon Diaz, Jojo Guingona, Noli Principe Manalang, Isabel Campa, Ivy Lim and Marivic Rufino are pooled together in a celebration of Philippine Art in the last few decades. Unique prints by Salvador Dali and John Lennon will also be for sale.
 

SpectaculART 2 also gathers numerous up-and-coming artists to give them an opportunity to reach a wider audience and also to showcase their work. They may just dominate the scene in the years to come. A bid on their work gives a heartwarming sense of validation and accomplishment. A ray of positivity and inspiration during these troubled times. A win-win situation.

SpectaculART kicked off its first edition last year in response to the pandemic and the quarantine restrictions imposed upon us.

The proceeds of the auction shall assist in the numerous Social Services and development ministries of SSAP and its sister parishes.

For more information, visit Instagram.com/SpectaculArt.ph, Facebook.com/SpectaculArt.ph or email hello@spectaculartph.com
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