Satellite data show barangays affected by ashfall from Mayon

The Philippine Space Agency (PhilSA) produced a map showing areas covered by ash deposits (bounded in red) from the reported pyroclastic density current along the Mi-isi gully of Mayon Volcano on 02 May 2026. The ash deposits (shaded in red) were classified using change detection on a Sentinel-2 satellite image from 03 May 2026 (shown top) compared with a reference image from before the event (28 April 2026). The bottom map overlays the estimated ash deposit extent to show potentially affected barangays. Based on the analysis, at least 8,544 hectares (~85.44 sqkm) were covered by ashfall. For comparison, this area is around half the size of Quezon City. 

Spotify Brings Olivia Rodrigo To FC Barcelona For El Clásico Jersey Takeover

From drivers license to vampire, Filipino fans put the Philippines among Olivia Rodrigo's top global markets

Spotify is bringing one of music’s most defining voices to the world's biggest football stage, announcing Grammy award-winning global superstar Olivia Rodrigo as the latest artist to take over the front of the FC Barcelona jersey. For El Clásico on May 10 at Spotify Camp Nou, FC Barcelona players will wear a version of the iconic blaugrana jersey featuring the logo of one of the most celebrated artists of her generation, making her the youngest artist to feature on the jersey in the partnership's history.

Olivia Rodrigo stands as one of the most acclaimed artists of her time. At just 23, the Grammy Award-winning global superstar has amassed over 55 million monthly listeners on Spotify worldwide, with the Philippines ranking among her top fifteen markets globally. From drivers license to vampire, her music has resonated deeply with Filipino fans since day one. She also has nine songs in the Spotify Billions Club, a milestone she will mark with a Billions Club Live performance in Barcelona.

Lenovo Makes Back-to-School Shopping More Rewarding with Grab Vouchers up to ₱5,000

Lenovo is making the return to school season even more rewarding with the launch of its Back-to-School Promo 2026, giving customers more reasons to upgrade for learning, creativity, and everyday productivity. From May 1 to June 30, 2026, customers who purchase select Legion, Yoga, LOQ, IdeaPad, and IdeaCentre devices can enjoy corresponding Grab vouchers worth up to ₱5,000, depending on the model purchased. 

Whether for note-taking, content creation, online classes, research, or gaming after school hours, Lenovo’s wide range of devices is designed to support students and young creators through every kind of school day, once again bringing smarter technology for all. 

The Ultimate Summer Play with SM Supermalls x Tiktok Live

In this heat, the aircon is definitely calling! Summer came alive as 24,000+ viewers at SM Supermalls x TikTok LIVE transformed everyday malling into a fully immersive, real-time experience! Marking the first of many LIVE collaborations, #SummerPlayAtSM brought some of your most-loved creators like Iñigo Jose, Sean Tristan, and more to vibe check the ultimate summer hangouts here at your most loved SM! 

Rooted in the idea that summer is best enjoyed together, #SummerPlayatSM aimed to bring the summer fun no matter where they are as creators invited audiences to tag along as they explored and discovered their next move LIVE.

Eastern Communications Reinforces Commitment to SMEs with Continued Support for Cebu Business Month

Cebu Business Month Launch. From left to right: Chief Airline Marketing Officer of Aboitiz InfraCapital Airport Corp. Mark Souter, Chairman of CBM 2026 Partnership & Resource Generation Anton Perdices, CCCI President Regan Rex King, Chief Revenue & Innovation Officer of Eastern Communications Edsel Paglinawan, CBM 2026 Overall Chairman Bryan Yap, Chief Marketing & Experience Officer Jed Estanislao, Sales Cluster Head of Visayas and Mindanao, Rafael Castellano, Chairman of CBM 2026 Partnership & Resource Generation and Vice President for Corporate Services Therma Visayas, Inc. Leonardo Robel, Jr. 

realme 16 Series 5G opens first-selling offers with up to PHP4,498 worth of exclusive freebies

Beyond freebies, the lineup is made more accessible through Home Credit deals starting at just PHP 36 daily

realme Philippines is offering its latest realme 16 Series 5G for first-selling bundled with exclusive perks worth up to PHP 4,498.

The first-selling period runs until May 10, giving early buyers access to limited-time freebies, available in limited quantities depending on their chosen variant.

Customers who purchase the realme 16 Series 5G during the first-selling period will receive the following exclusive bundles:

For purchases made from May 11 to May 31, customers will still receive a Privilege Card, which includes a 6-month extended warranty and screen damage protection plan.

Celebrating 20 years of Google Translate: Fun facts, tips and new features to try

Twenty years ago, Google Translate began with a mission to help people understand one another. What started as an experiment is now a global bridge, turning the science of language into the magic of human connection for over a billion people.

To celebrate two decades of progress, here are 20 facts about how Translate is shaping the way the world communicates:

Master Your Accent: New AI-powered "pronunciation practice" provides instant feedback to help you nail the delivery of your next real-world conversation.