Experience the World of ‘One Piece’ at Your Favorite Malls and Beyond

     With two successful seasons and a third officially confirmed, One Piece on Netflix has become so much bigger than just another live-action adaptation. What started as a beloved manga and anime series has grown into a worldwide phenomenon and it feels perfectly timed for summer, when everyone’s craving a little adventure and escape. 

     The Great Pirate Era isn’t just something fans watch anymore. Around the world, One Piece has slowly transformed into a full experience. At Netflix House Philadelphia, for example, fans can step inside immersive escape rooms inspired by the series, working together to solve puzzles, uncover clues, and search for hidden Devil Fruits while exploring iconic locations from the show itself. For longtime fans, experiences like these make the world of One Piece feel even more real and exciting.

Experience the World of ‘One Piece’ at Your Favorite Malls and Beyond
GMA actor Vince Maristela (center) joins content creators Klen Cos, Awie De Guzman, Cholo Tolentino, and Prince De Guzman (left to right) set sail as the Straw Hat crew, bringing the world of One Piece to life at the PLDT Store

LAC Encourages Filipino Moms to Prioritize Wellness and Break the Cycle of Everyday Fatigue

     In many Filipino homes, a mother’s responsibilities go far beyond what people usually see. While daily routines may look manageable on the outside, much of a mom’s work happens quietly in the background remembering schedules, planning meals, anticipating everyone’s needs, managing emotions, and keeping the entire household running smoothly day after day.

     This invisible responsibility, often called the “mental load,” has become one of the most overlooked forms of exhaustion many mothers experience today. Moms are often expected to stay constantly present and available balancing caregiving, work, household responsibilities, and emotional support all at once, with very little time left to truly rest and recharge for themselves.

LAC Encourages Filipino Moms to Prioritize Wellness and Break the Cycle of Everyday Fatigue

PLDT Home Fiber Prepaid Users Can Now Easily Reload via Maya

     Staying connected at home just became a little easier and more convenient for PLDT Home Fiber Prepaid users. PLDT Home Fiber Prepaid can now be reloaded through the Maya app via Maya Shop or through nearby Maya Business Centers, giving users more flexible ways to manage their internet depending on what works best for their routine.

     Whether you prefer cashless digital payments or over-the-counter transactions within your community, this new loading option makes it easier to stay connected for work, online classes, streaming, gaming, or everyday browsing without the extra hassle.

PLDT Home Fiber Prepaid Users Can Now Easily Reload via Maya

Jojo Lastimosa Returns to CDO to Inspire the Next Generation of Young Athletes

     The Philippines has never lacked basketball talent. Across different cities and communities, there are countless young athletes dreaming of making it big someday. But as PBA legend and TNT Tropang 5G team manager Jojo Lastimosa continues to believe, talent alone is not always enough. Sometimes, what young players need most is opportunity, support, and people who believe in their potential.

     Since launching the Jolas Cup back in 2004, Lastimosa has remained committed to supporting grassroots basketball and creating opportunities for the youth through sports. This year, that mission became even more meaningful as PLDT Home joined in supporting Jolas Cup 2026 in Cagayan de Oro — helping bring not only competition, but also connection, visibility, and encouragement for the next generation of athletes.

Jojo Lastimosa Returns to CDO to Inspire the Next Generation of Young Athletes
For love of the game, PLDT Home and TNT Tropang 5G bring fans closer to the action. Basketball legend Jojo Lastimosa and stars Poy Erram, Rey Nambatac, and Glenn Khobuntin unite on stage with the lucky winners of their hand-signed TNT jerseys.

IKEA Philippines Celebrates Historic Store of the Year Win with Hall of Fame Tribute

     Among hundreds of IKEA stores around the world, IKEA Pasay City was named IKEA Store of the Year 2025, a recognition only a few IKEA stores globally ever get to receive. And honestly, it felt like such a proud moment not just for the brand, but for Filipinos too.

     To celebrate the milestone, IKEA Pasay rolled out its own version of the blue carpet and transformed the Swedish Restaurant into a Hall of Fame-inspired space that honored the people behind the achievement, the co-workers who helped make the store experience feel genuinely warm, thoughtful, and very in tune with how Filipinos live at home.

IKEA Philippines Celebrates Historic Store of the Year Win with Hall of Fame Tribute
Building IKEA’s symbolic stone wall during IKEA Pasay’s Store of the Year celebration, symbolizing that anything can be made with something small. (L-R) Audrey Ella Habac, Senior Food Assistant; Chollin Vargas, Plan and Order Point Associate; Her Excellence Anna Ferry, Ambassador of Sweden to the Philippines; Daniel Rivero, IKEA Philippines Store Manager; Ricardo Pinheiro, IKEA Philippine Country Retail Manager; Pasay City Mayor Imelda Gallardo Calixto-Rubiano; Heraclio Cruz, Interior Designer; Maria Patricia Lee, Sales Associate.