BEYOND THE SCREEN: FEAR FACTORY CHALLENGES MOVIEGOERS TO BECOME THE ULTIMATE SURVIVOR

MANILA, Philippines — From the team behind four unforgettable chapters of SINE SINDAK comes FEAR FACTORY, a bold new cinematic experience where horror goes beyond the screen.

Presented by Crystalsky Entertainment in partnership with Megaworld Cinemas, FEAR FACTORY: HORROR FILM FESTIVAL runs from October 28 to November 3, 2026, inviting horror enthusiasts and moviegoers to experience a new dimension of fear through international horror films, immersive digital entertainment, and an interactive cinematic challenge.

Building on the legacy of SINE SINDAK, Crystalsky Entertainment introduces a fresh concept that aims to make moviegoing more engaging and participatory. FEAR FACTORY brings together five featured titles: The Invisible Half, VHS Halloween, Madeline’s Curse, Maligno, and The Legend.

Each film offers a distinct journey into the unknown, exploring dark secrets, sinister curses, supernatural forces, and terrifying legends. But at FEAR FACTORY, watching the films is only the beginning.

Moviegoers are challenged to watch all five featured titles and pursue the distinction of becoming THE ULTIMATE SURVIVOR. Through its interactive approach and digital entertainment elements, the festival invites audiences to become part of an experience that extends beyond the cinema screen.

“From the team behind four unforgettable chapters of SINE SINDAK comes FEAR FACTORY — a bold new cinematic experience where horror goes beyond the screen.”

Through its partnership with Megaworld Cinemas, Crystalsky Entertainment continues to explore innovative ways to present international films and connect with audiences. FEAR FACTORY aims to offer horror fans and curious moviegoers a distinctive alternative to conventional cinema-going.

FESTIVAL AT A GLANCE

Event: FEAR FACTORY: HORROR FILM FESTIVAL

Dates: October 28 – November 3, 2026

Venue: Participating Megaworld Cinemas

Presenters: Crystalsky Entertainment and Megaworld Cinemas

Featured films: The Invisible Half, VHS Halloween, Madeline’s Curse, Maligno, and The Legend

WATCH ALL AND BECOME THE ULTIMATE SURVIVOR.

Sun Life Grepa Shines Among HR Asia’s Best Companies to Work for in Asia 2026

Sun Life Grepa Financial Inc. (Sun Life Grepa), one of the country’s leading life insurance providers, was named as one of HR Asia’s Best Companies to Work for in Asia 2026. This recognition underscores the company’s commitment to talent development, employee engagement, and creating an environment that acknowledges the contributions of its people.

“This award is a shared achievement of the company and its employees, whose dedication and commitment demonstrate Sun Life Grepa’s values and culture in their everyday work” said Richard S. Lim, President of Sun Life Grepa.

A current four-time awardee of Great Place to Work, the company continues to empower its employees through robust employee programs focusing on growth and development, well-being, and culture-building.

By fostering an environment where employees are encouraged to unleash their brightest selves, Sun Life Grepa strengthens its ability to advance its core mission of helping Filipinos achieve lifetime financial security and live healthier lives.

This recognition is also the third HR award received by the company this year, contributing to the company’s continuing journey to become an employer of choice in the Philippine insurance industry and affirms its continued efforts in building a workplace environment where everyone is valued, supported, and inspired to succeed.

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The HR Asia Awards is one of the prestigious award-giving bodies in the region. Nominees need to go through evaluation process that requires employee engagement surveys and presentations. It recognizes companies with best-in-class HR practices and demonstrates high levels of employee engagement and excellent workplace culture.

To learn more about Sun Life Grepa, you may visit: https://www.sunlifegrepa.com/

InLife Launches New Global Fund that Combines Technology and Income Investing

InLife has launched its Global Equity Premium Income Fund (GEPI), a new variable unit-linked (VUL) fund that has the potential to provide monthly income payouts through an actively managed portfolio with exposure to the Nasdaq-100 and a covered call options strategy.

What sets the target fund apart is that it is designed to provide monthly income by selling call options to generate option premiums, as the fund name suggests. In periods of elevated market volatility, call options become more valuable, and the income received by the fund improves. 

GEPI invests through a feeder fund into J.P. Morgan’s Nasdaq Equity Premium Income ETF (JEPQ). The target fund provides exposure to companies similar to those represented in the Nasdaq-100 Index, which tracks 100 of the largest non-financial companies listed on the Nasdaq stock market, including Nvidia, Apple, Microsoft, Alphabet, Amazon, and Meta, among others. 

"Filipino investors are increasingly seeking global growth opportunities, particularly in innovation and technology, but often hesitate due to market volatility. With GEPI, we are bridging this gap by combining exposure to world-leading tech innovators with an active covered call strategy. This allows our policyholders to avoid the common trap of exiting their investments during heightened market volatility, helping them navigate different market environments with greater confidence,” said InLife Chief Product and Innovation Officer Jose Eduardo O. Ang. 

GEPI is intended for investors seeking a smoother Nasdaq-100 investing experience while achieving regular monthly income payouts. It may also complement existing income investor portfolios by providing higher yields. 

The fund will be available for new applications and eligible existing InLife VUL policies for fund switches and top-ups, including Wealth Assure Plus and Solid Fund Builder, subject to applicable eligibility requirements.

Through GEPI, InLife expands its range of investment-linked fund options, giving policyholders another way to participate in global markets while pursuing their financial goals. 

Interested policyholders may consult their InLife financial advisors or visit https://www.inlife.com.ph/global-equity-premium-income-fund to know more about GEPI.