AGS hailed SAP Best Geo Expansion partner

AGS SAP Business One Sales Manager Anna Galope and AGS Chief Operating Officer Dave De Leon smile to the camera as they receive this year’s SAP Best in Geo Expansion award.

In recognition of their major contribution to SAP’s dominance across the South East Asian region, leading business management solutions and ePLDT subsidiary ABM Global Solutions (AGS) bagged the SAP Business One Best in Geo Expansion Award in the recently concluded 2018 SMB Innovation Summit held at the Sheraton Saigon Hotel and Towers in Vietnam.

Anna Galope, AGS SAP Business One Sales Manager, shared “This latest award solidifies our position as the number one SAP Business One partner in the Philippines. This also serves as a testament that we are the leading and most trusted partner of SAP in the Philippines and one of the main drivers of SAP’s growth across the South East Asian region.”

Shopee is the exclusive e-commerce partner for Honor’s launch in the Philippines

Featuring the grand premiere of the Honor 9 Lite, which will be exclusively available on Shopee at only 7,990 Php during the 5.5 Shopee Super Sale

 Shopee, the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and  Taiwan, has signed an official exclusive partnership with Honor for its launch in the Philippines. The partnership will allow around 11 million Shopee users in the Philippines to purchase the Honor 9 Lite, Honor’s first quad-camera smartphone, at 7,990 Php exclusively on Shopee on May 5, as part of the 5.5 Shopee Super Sale. 

Acer launches “Avengers: Infinity War” Special Notebooks in collaboration with Marvel Studios

Acer has announced the launch of new Marvel Studios’ “Avengers: Infinity War” special notebooks. Done in collaboration with Marvel Studios, the Aspire 6 Captain America Edition (PHP 54,999.00 SRP), Nitro 5 Thanos Edition (PHP 69,999.00 SRP), and Swift 3 Iron Man Edition (PHP 69,999.00 SRP) will be available in April until supplies last.

Acer Aspire 6 - Marvel Studios’ “Avengers: Infinity War” Captain America Edition

Within a premium aluminum cover featuring with Captain America’s iconic pentagram, the Aspire 6 – Marvel Studios’ “Avengers: Infinity War” Captain America Edition is powered by an 8th Gen Intel® Core™ i5-8250U processor and NVIDIA® GeForce® MX150 graphics. The special edition Aspire 6 comes with 4 GB of DDR4 memory (user-upgradeable to 16GB) and 1 TB of SATA HDD storage, and also packs a HD camera with HDR while Dolby® Audio™ Premium provides a great entertainment experience. Speedy network connectivity is provided with 2x2 MIMO 802.11ac wireless technology and Gigabit Ethernet.

Enhanced multimedia performance is what makes this special edition Aspire 6 stand out from the pack. Its 15.6-inch Full HD display with IPS technology  provides consistent colors and viewing from wide angles. Acer TrueHarmony delivers lifelike audio, while two digital microphones with Acer Purified.Voice ensure a great Cortana with Voice experience. For additional peripherals, there is a USB 3.1 Type-C Gen 1 port, USB 3.0 port that supports power-off charging, and another two USB 2.0 ports.

Work Fun Day at SM Supermalls this May 1!

Lauding the dedication of hardworking Filipinos, SM Supermalls brings to customers the first Work Fun Day at SM celebration, delighting mallgoers with fun-filled activities, surprises and deals in 68 malls happening this May 1!

You can take your friends and the whole family to a fun day at the mall and begin the excitement by indulging in delicious dishes. From best-loved restaurants to discovering new flavors, gastronomic experiences await customers across the malls nationwide.

Looking for more mall adventures? You can invite loved ones to go bowling, ice skating, and even catch the latest movies at your favorite SM mall. These indoor activities are great ways to be entertained away from the summer heat.

There is also the Work Fun Bonus at The SM Store on May 1, where shopper can get a free P100 gift coupon with a minimum single-receipt purchase worth P3,000, and SM Advantage card holders get twice the fun with a P200 gift coupon.

Far Eastern University celebrates 5th TAM VOWS

Far Eastern University sponsors an all-expense paid wedding celebration for its employees

The Far Eastern University (FEU) celebrated love during TAM VOWS 2018, an all-expense paid wedding celebration for couples within the community. It was held at the FEU Plaza and organized by students from the university’s Institute of Tourism and Hotel Management (ITHM.)

“TAM VOWS is more than just an annual event management project for our students; It’s a celebration of our identity as a caring community, and the Tamaraw spirit of sharing,“ FEU President Dr. Michael Alba explained.

Cathay Pacific-Citi Summer Sale is still on!

Enjoy unbelievably affordable travel deals only from Citi and Cathay Pacific, from April 23 to May 1, 2018!

The Cathay Pacific-Citi Summer Sale—with exclusive travel deals—is now on from April 23 up to May 1, 2018!

If you were unable to drop by the Cathay Pacific-Citi Summer Sale last weekend at the Shangri-La Plaza, Grand Atrium, Main Wing, you can still book exclusive low fares with your Citi Credit Card! Travel to Hong Kong, China, Taiwan, Japan, Korea, Israel, Australia, New Zealand, Maldives, South Africa, select locales in Europe including London, Paris, and Amsterdam; select areas in the East and West coast including Boston, New York, Washington, Los Angeles, San Francisco; and select destinations in Southeast Asia including Bangkok, Kuala Lumpur and Singapore!

Take advantage of fares for as low as USD 530 to the US, USD 106 to Hong Kong, USD 562 to London, and USD 424 to Australia!

eCompareMo.com underscores technology’s role for better financial services in Finovation 2018

PH’s largest online financial supermarket spearheads application of fintech innovations to enhance consumer financial experience 

As the Philippines’ leading financial supermarket for banking and insurance services, eCompareMo.com aims to revolutionize financial processes in the country through the application of exciting developments in the fintech industry.

Air Cargo lifts LBC revenues in 2017

LBC Express Holdings, Inc. recently disclosed to the SEC & PSE its audited financial statements for 2017, with notable results. Revenues of LBCEH increased 15% to PhP 10,020,116 billion in 2017 from PhP 8,695,403 billion in 2016. Gross profit (service revenues less cost of services) also increased to PhP 3,414,084,213 billion from PhP 3,104,889,533 billion in 2016. LBC’s operating company, LBC Express, Inc., likewise registered growth in Net Income after tax, increasing 7% in 2017 to PhP 984,921,653 million from PhP 920,249,493 in 2016.

Logistics revenues continue to contribute the lion share to the company’s coffers, with 86% contribution at PhP 8,981,212 billion, a 19% growth from the previous year. LBC Logistics revenue can be further segmented into its Retail and Corporate businesses, both having double-digit growth in 2017. Retail Logistics grew 16% to PhP 5,751,655,749 billion from PhP 4,964,000,749 in 2016; while Corporate Logistics increased 26% to PhP 3,229,513,847 from PhP 2,557,865,998 in 2016.

Cove Manila Teams Up with EDC China to bring Flux Pavilion to Manila

The Electric Daisy Festival is this weekend in Shanghai, China. But if you can't make the trip, Cove Manila and EDC China have teamed up to bring Flux Pavilion to Manila this Saturday, April 28.

Flux Pavilion, or Joshua Steele in real life, came into the limelight in 2008 when his track "Cheap Crisps" was released digitally and became an instant hit. A year later, he co-founded Circus Records with his childhood friend, “Doctor P”. In the same year, he released the album Lines of Wax that contained one of his most popular tracks, “I Can’t Stop”.

KZ Performs for Filipino crowd for the 1st Time after Singer 2018

Singer KZ Tandingan earned new fans with her powerful performance during her stint on China’s high rating TV show Singer 2018. Although she did not make it to the finals, KZ a mark with the Chinese audience, cementing her title as Asia’s Soul Supreme

Fun activities your kids will enjoy at home this summer with the SAMSUNG Wind-Free™ Air Conditioner

Create wonderful moments at home with the Samsung Wind-Free™ Air Conditioner

Summer is here! While hitting the beach or traveling to cooler climes is fun, staying in is an easy and convenient way to chill out. But it’s hard to keep kids entertained, and the heat might make everyone’s attention spans shorter. It just takes a little creativity to make an enjoyable haven during these sweltering months. Here are a few tips, with a little help from the Samsung Wind-Free™ Air Conditioner, which keeps your home comfortably cool without the direct blast of unpleasant cold air.

Get Hair Stronger Than The Sun This Summer

Be summer-strong with the new limited edition Pantene UV Rescue

Summer is the perfect time to enjoy the country’s beautiful beaches, snorkel in its inviting waters, or go for a dive into a deep blue pool. It is also a great time to enjoy fun activities under the blazing sun, whether it is for outdoor water activities, weekend hikes, biking around or just relaxing sunbathing.

Unfortunately, despite all the fun that the season brings, it can spell trouble for your hair. The intense heat from the sun can damages your hair, leaving it brittle and dry. The heat from the sun during summer season comes to its peak, with the Solar UV index regularly rising above average, especially in a tropical country like the Philippines. UV rays dehydrate the hair and break down its essential protein. If you go swimming, salt in beach waters as well as chlorine in swimming pools can cause further damage on your hair. We protect our skin from the UV, yet usually not our hair despite it being 3x more vulnerable to sun damage. 

The NEW Limited Edition Pantene UV Rescue Shampoo and 3 Minute Miracle conditioner is your best partner to keep your Summer Strong with Hair Stronger Than The Sun! They can protect your hair from the sun, chlorine from swimming pool, and salt from beach water—elements that can severely damage your hair especially during the hottest season of the year. It also comes in a new and sunny packaging design inspired by the song, “Itsy Bitsy Teenie Weenie Yellow Polka Dot Bikini.” You can keep your hair healthy and strong this summer with a shampoo and conditioner that is just as trendy as you!

The NEW Limited Edition Pantene UV Rescue Shampoo and 3 Minute Miracle  Media Launch

OPPO F7 breaks history with 37,697 units sold on its First Day Sale!

Long lines surfaced as thousands of customers availed of their pre-ordered OPPO F7 smartphone

Technology stores nationwide filled up on the first day sale of the much-anticipated OPPO F7. The selfie expert brand exceeded customer expectations by achieving a total of 37,687 units sold on the first day of sale, breaking the company’s previous record of 33,000 units for predecessor OPPO F5 last October 2017.

After a week-long wait, customers were happy to avail of their OPPO F7 smartphone, together with freebies as a privilege for being part the pre-order period. OPPO stores in various locations nationwide accepted pre-order customers upon opening and generated long lines and huge crowds.

PHOTOS FROM OPPO F7’s FIRST DAY SALE

Discovery Honors Loyal Employees on its 18th year

L-R: Melvin Lipangco, Kris Arciaga, Milette Vizcarra, Laureen Udtuhan, Bernard Tamargo, Marlon Mendoza, General Manager Leeds Trompeta, El Perez, Rowena Gulle, and Alex Infante-Puen. 

Discovery Suites recognized recently loyal employees from different departments as it marked its 18th anniversary. The employees have worked at Discovery for many years, upholding the gracious brand of service the company is known for.

Essilor’s “Eye Can Succeed” bags Silver and Gold Anvil Awards

Essilor’s Eye Can Succeed campaign through Essilor Vision Foundation (EVF) won two awards at the 53rd Anvil Awards held at the Shangri-La at the Fort in BGC. Out of over 450 entries across the country, Eye Can Succeed won the Gold Anvil Award for Public Relations Program on sustainable basis, and the Silver Anvil Award for Specialized Public Relations Program for its advocacy campaign for healthy vision. The campaign helps Filipino public senior high school students to achieve better eye sight by providing free eye check-ups and giving free eyeglasses. EVF, the philanthropic arm of Essilor, is committed to eliminating poor vision and its lifelong consequences among the 2.5 billion people around the world and to provide opportunities to live a better life through better eye sight. For more information, visit Essilor’s website at www.essilor.com.ph/eyecansucceed, and follow @EssilorPH on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

Experience the OPPO “Capture the Real You” roadshow in SM Megamall Fashion Hall

Catch the best-selling OPPO F7 smartphone and join the exciting activities this April 28-29, 2018

After the successful Philippine launch of the OPPO F7, the Selfie Expert brand’s latest flagship smartphone, OPPO has shown its commitment to bring the F7 closer to as many Filipinos as possible with its nationwide roadshow. The first leg was held last April 21 at SM North EDSA, one of the locations wherein thousands of customers lined up to avail of the coveted smartphone which they pre-ordered a week prior.

This weekend, OPPO is all set to continue showing what the F7 is all about, with its second leg at SM Megamall Fashion Hall. Customers can enjoy the device first-hand, take photos by the Instagram-worthy booths, and join the exciting activities and raffle draws that OPPO will have in store. During the fun-filled weekend, Selfie Expert Ronnie Alonte—the multifaceted actor, model, singer, dancer, and member of popular dance group Hashtags—will entertain the audience with various performances.

A night of rare opportunity: Launch of Hotel 101-Fort

The unique and rare opportunity to become a hotel co-owner was the main draw during the launch of Hotel 101-Fort, a premium business and leisure hotel now fast rising in Taguig and the latest addition to the growing hotel portfolio of listed real estate firm DoubleDragon Properties Corp.

No less than DoubleDragon president Ferdinand Sia was there to warmly welcome the guests, along with chief investment officer Hannah Yulo, sales head Tina Dy, and Hotel of Asia general manager Lei Apostol.

Ferdinand Sia, DoubleDragon president

Sun Damage Indoors? With Olay, You Can Sun-proof Your Skin, Any Time, Anywhere

Staying indoors is often one of the easiest ways to escape the blazing summer heat. Lazing inside the office or home in airconditioned comfort has become a great way to spend the long days of summer, far away from the pollution, humidity, and the scorching heat outside.

Contrary to popular thinking, even the indoors do not provide enough protection from the damaging rays of the sun. In fact, studies show that staying by a window indoors all day long without sunscreen is equivalent to the sun damage experienced from taking a 15-minute walk out during lunch time.

According to the American Cancer Society and the Skin Care Foundation, 62.8% of UVA rays can penetrate building and car windows. Moreover, fluorescent lighting can also produce small amounts of UV rays that can be damaging to skin over time.

This means sitting next to the office window or inside your car does not protect you from skin damage caused by UVA rays. Even blinds or window tints cannot stop UVA rays completely. This is backed up by an article published in “Clinical Interventions in Aging” that featured men and women that worked indoors, yet had significantly more wrinkles and sagging skin on one side of the face that was habitually closer to a window. The best and most effective way to protect yourself is to sun-proof your skin, even while you’re staying indoors – whether you’re at school, in the office, or at home.

Olay Total Effects SPF

To give your skin the TLC it deserves this summer, experience Olay Total Effects 7-in-1 Day Cream SPF 15. It’s made with the innovative SolaSheer™ Technology that moisturizes and nourishes your skin with essential vitamins while protecting it against harmful UVA/UVB rays, thanks to its combination of Avobenzone sunscreen with two of Olay’s proven moisturizing agents, Niacinamide and Glycerin.

With its non-greasy and 100% oil-free formula, you’re sure to sun-proof your skin with Olay Total Effects SPF that lets you fight the 7 signs of aging - sun protection included!

Olay Regenerist

Are you looking to reduce fine lines and wrinkles caused by sun exposure? Look no further, because Olay Regenerist Micro-sculpting UV Cream Moisturiser SPF 30 provides hydration and renewal benefits to combat the sun’s damaging effects, so that you have firmer and much younger-looking skin.

Olay Regenerist has carob seed extract, which has a hand in accelerating the recovery of aged skin, stimulate collagen and hyaluron production, and aid cell regeneration. It also contains hyaluronic acid with water-attracting properties that keeps moisture locked in for skin that’s soft and supple, while also providing sun protection even when indoors.

Olay White Radiance

To get that radiant glow that will keep you looking your best whether you’re indoors or outdoors this summer, the Olay White Radiance Light Perfecting Day Cream SPF24 protects the skin from harmful UVA/UVB rays that causes skin darkening and aging. It contains Olay’s Whitening Complex with Vitamin B3 that minimizes the appearance of dark spots and visibly lightens complexion, by improving the natural radiance of the skin from deep within.

It’s packed with Di-peptide Carnosine, which help prevent and reduce the visible appearance of hyperpigmentation and dark spots, while boosting translucency and perfecting both skin tone and the skin’s glow. It also has OliveM, which helps fight free radicals, as well as Vitamin B3 and B5, Vitamin E, and N-Acetyl Glucosamine, which work together to give a healthy-looking, youthful glow.

With summer fast approaching, remember that staying indoors is never enough to protect your skin. Make sure to proactively sun-proof your skin this summer with Olay, available in all leading department stores.

The Olay Total Effects 7-in-1 Day Cream SPF15 with Anti-Aging Night Firming Cream, as well as the Olay Total Effects 7-in-1 Day Cream SPF15 with 7-in-1 Daily Serum is only Php999 SRP each. The Olay Regenerist Micro-sculpting UV Cream Moisturiser SPF 30 with Miracle Boost Youth Pre-Essence is only Php2,199 SRP, and the Olay White Radiance Light Perfecting Day Cream SPF24 with Light Perfecting Essence is only Php1,499 SRP.

For more information, visit Olay.com.ph and visit @OlayPhilippines in Facebook and Instagram.

Casa Ibarra brings modern Filipino sensibility to making memories

            Tradition is a vital element in Filipino design. Our sense of art as Filipinos is somehow influenced by what we have experienced and seen, stories that are told from generation to generation and the ideas we get from cultural arts like dance, music, film making and the like.

            Tradition is, in fact, deeply engraved to the Filipino soul that its qualities can be seen substantially evident in local designs that are progressive and moderne. Most Filipino art today depicts stories of things of the past incorporated with the artist’s style - and for some, conformity to contemporary aesthetics.

            Ibarra’s Party Venues & Catering knows tradition well and has envisioned a place where every Filipino can enjoy its elegance and taste. We deliberately thought of combining it with great food and service, and one has the makings of a memorable gathering of family and friends.

FWD Life Philippines launches Community Care partnership with Special Olympics Philippines

 Pan-Asian insurer FWD Life Insurance believes there is a champion in all of us and that anybody can make a difference no matter the challenges they face. In line with this belief, the most exciting insurance brand in the country today launched its global partnership with the Special Olympics, the world’s largest sports organization for people with intellectual disabilities.

PH Ice Hockey Team concludes their first match of the year at SM Skating Mall of Asia

The Philippine Ice Hockey team finished their first game of the year by taking home the bronze medal at the Challenge Cup of Asia (CCOA). The International Ice Hockey Foundation (IIHF)-sanctioned competition was held at the SM Mall of Asia Ice Skating Rink and marks the country’s first time to host the regional event.

Team captain, Steven Fuglister, was named the Most Valuable Player of the tournament with his split 14.5-second goal hit in the Philippines’ last game against Singapore.

Visayas Teams Reign at 3rd Pioneer National Bangkarera

Annual boat-racing event attracts 155 boats to Iloilo City

Boat-racing teams from the Visayas emerged victorious at the 3rd Pioneer National Bangkarera which was held in Villa Beach in Arevalo, Iloilo City.

The annual event wasn’t just a win for the Visayas teams; it was also a successful run for Pioneer Epoxy in cooperation with Angat sa Dagat® Organization, as the third installment attracted a total of 58 teams and 155 boats—a marked increase from the previous year’s turnout.

“This tournament was designed to strengthen the camaraderie among boat racers nationwide, all of whom make a living as fishermen and boat makers,” said Alben Manuel, Group Product Manager - Epoxy Cans of Pioneer Adhesives, Inc.

IPC’s timekeeping, payroll app is now TRAIN Law-ready

IPC PayCheck, a timekeeping and payroll solution with add-on HR features offered by local cloud solutions pioneer IPC (IP Converge Data Services, Inc.) has adjusted its system to reflect the new tax computations under the recently-approved Tax Reform for Acceleration and Inclusion (TRAIN) law. The latter is the government’s program that seeks to provide a fairer and simpler tax system for Filipinos.

IPC PayCheck is a convenient HR tool that streamlines and automates the management of employees through a digital means of timekeeping, leave filing, and compensation and benefits computations. The system also helps eliminate errors and speed up the completion of tasks, freeing more time for other vital activities like employee engagement and training, as well as other core business processes. IPC PayCheck looks to improve its features according to market feedback and needs of the times.

Filipino-owned Philippine Bottling Beverage Launches Banahaw Spring Purified Water

Filipino-owned company Philippine Bottling Beverage (PBB), a new player in the purified water and non-carbonated drinks industry, has launched Banahaw Spring Purified Water at a well-attended media event on April 16 at the Manila House Private Club in Bonifacio Global City, Taguig City.  

Discovering the World of Women at SM Supermalls

The diversity of feminine beauty and brains – from fair to morena, athletic to plus size, entrepreneurs to philanthropists, and many more – was the subject of an exhibit organized recently by SM Supermalls at SM Mega Fashion Hall.

The SM World of Women Exhibit, in partnership with celebrity photographer Niccolo Cosme of Project Headshot Clinic, recognized empowered women who achieve their dreams and aspirations.

Cristalle Belo

Jollibee Kids Club Mini Managers Camp offers the best summer fun for kids

Kids are in for one of the best fun and learning experiences this summer as Jollibee welcomes them to the best summer activity – the Jollibee Kids Club Mini Managers Camp, happening until May 31, 2018.

Through the six-day camp, kids aged 4-12 years old can learn the important values and key roles of a Jollibee Manager such as hard work, leadership, and responsibility through various fun and engaging learning activities.

Wearing their Jollibee Mini Managers uniform, complete with nameplates, the kid managers will greet customers as they enter the store, work behind the counter to take orders, and hand out take-out bags via the Drive-Thru window to discover and experience first-hand Jollibee’s values, the Alagang Jollibee service heritage, and learn the store’s best practices. They will also engage in arts and crafts, Yumburger making, ice-cream making, fun games, and dancing, all while interacting with other kids and meeting new friends.

ZENFONE 5 GETS SOLD OUT IN JUST 45 MINUTES!

It was a crazy Saturday afternoon when in just a few minutes after the official launch,

ASUS’ ZenFone 5 became sold out, and people are clamoring for more!

August 14, 2018 will forever go down in the history books of ASUS Philippines as one of its most momentous days – and not just because the company successfully went #Backto5 with their ZenFans, media partners, and dealers during the official ZenFone 5 Series launch event held in One Esplanade.

This day marked a whole new reason for ASUS Philippines to celebrate, as within just minutes after they revealed the official pricing of the ZenFone 5 Series, end-users went to the nearest ASUS and ZenFone stores in major malls in droves, eager to get their hands on the latest generation of ZenFones, now made available nationwide.

BBrave Swim and Run for Fun at Miriam College QC moved to July 22

In support of Miriam College’s “Girls Be Brave” advocacy, the Maryknoll/Miriam College Alumni Association (MMCAA) presents the “BBrave Swim and Run for Fun” Aquathlon. Previously scheduled on May 6, it will now be happening on Sunday, July 22, 2018, 4:00 a.m., at the Miriam College campus along Katipunan Avenue, Quezon City. 

Organized with race professionals Itemhound, this swim and run event has several categories:

Samsung launches Official Store on Shopee

Shopee, the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan, partners with Samsung, a global leader in consumer electronics, to launch the Samsung Official Store on Shopee. Samsung fans can now access a variety of the brand’s best-selling products on the online shopping hub, including the new Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9 Plus.

  

In collaboration with MemoXpress, one of Samsung’s official dealers in the Philippines, Samsung is giving away a free VR gear headset worth 5,990 PHP to the first 100 users to purchase the Samsung Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9 Plus from April 19 to 21 via the Samsung official store in Shopee to celebrate the grand launch. Shopee users will also receive a 500 PHP discount with every minimum spend of 5,000 PHP for all items at the Samsung Official Store.

Additionally, users can purchase the following Samsung bundles at discounted prices exclusive on Shopee:

How to keep your home appliances clean

Cleanliness is vital to our lives and well-being. Since we spend most of our time at home, it’s important to keep our appliances clean and in tip-top shape. Keeping appliances clean also offers several advantages, such as higher efficiency, lower utility bills, and greater durability. In addition, an overall fresh atmosphere in the house will be beneficial to everyone in it!

Here are some tips from leading LPG provider Solane on how to maintain and clean your home appliances:

Refrigerator.

When was the last time you cleaned your fridge? If you rarely check it, your fridge may be the dirtiest appliance in your home right now. Get started by removing everything in the refrigerator to wipe down the inside easily. It’s also helpful to check for expired food periodically. Scrub the shelves clean with a mixture of baking soda and warm water. Don’t forget to sweep the dust under the fridge. Vacuum the refrigerator coils to reduce the stress applied on its motor and extend its life.

How to Most Out of your Lazada Shopping Experience in time for the 6th Birthday Sale

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Have you fully mastered your online shopping skills? Millions of shoppers go to Lazada daily to checkout their amazing deals. Aside from saving time, shoppers have now used it to kill time making Lazada a go-to place for some retail therapy. This has generated a new form of shopping: mobile snack shopping. It is inspired by customers’ interest to discover and consume multiple pieces of bite sized content which customers have now applied to shopping. Shoppers now snack on content in the same way they browse for good deals: one scroll at a time.

Monsanto Equips Iloilo Community Tools to Balanced Meals

Monsanto Philippines Inc. strengthened its campaign to food sufficiency and access to balanced meals in the country by recently contributing planting materials, such as seedlings, to over 54 families at Monsanto - Gawad Kalinga (GK) Village in Barangay Aldeguer, Sara, Iloilo. 

Corporate Affairs Lead Charina Ocampo of Monsanto Philippines, together with Monsanto-GK Village President Hadjie Balome, led the turnover of planting materials in the village, encouraging members of the community to grow their own vegetable garden. Monsanto shared 540 packs of bitter gourd, squash and string bean to the members of the village, which are meant to establish a sustainable source of nutrition in the community.

Filinvest City brings a uniquely-designed Marian Chapel to Alabang

Present were (L-R): Filinvest Land Inc. first vice president and head of Project Development and Management Group Engr. Winnifred Lim, R. Villarosa Architects managing partner Arch. Roger Villarosa, Arch. Hiroki Nakamichi of Hiroshi Nakamura & NAP Architects, Filinvest Development Corp. vice president for Supply Chain Management Michael Gotianun, Filinvest Alabang Inc. executive vice president Catherine Ilagan, R. Villarosa Architects partner Arch. Roy Villarosa, Filinvest Development Corp. junior architect David Gotianun, and Design Coordinates, Inc. president Jose Oscar Salvacion.

Further bolstering the modern metropolis status of Filinvest City in Alabang is a uniquely-designed Marian Chapel in River Park, Festival Alabang, which will provide residents and visitors a place where they can pray and reflect. Set amidst lush greeneries, the chapel will be situated at a hill, which is considered a sacred place in Christianity, and will be fronting by a river, giving it a very calming atmosphere.

Designed by Hiroshi Nakamura & NAP Architects, the Marian Chapel’s architectural structure is inspired by the white lily. Completing an important milestone in its construction, Filinvest executives recently gathered at the River Park for the first pouring event. 

Women who matter: VITAL Healthcare Marketing Conference features top-ranking women in the advertising industry

Amidst changing industry trends, emergent technologies, and the rise of the millennial generation as a major player, marketers in the healthcare industries need an innovation mindset to stay relevant to consumers. At the 2018 VITAL Healthcare Marketing Conference, held on March 20, 2018 at the Fairmont Hotel in Makati, speakers from pertinent industries helped equip healthcare marketers with this mindset, enabling them to adapt to these new challenges and opportunities.

Among these speakers were three powerful women from the advertising world, whose opinions and expertise have been invaluable in shaping their respective fields, and were important resources for the healthcare brand marketers, CMOs, and academics in attendance.

RCC AMAZING TOUCH OFFERS NON-SURGICAL AND PAINLESS WARTS AND MOLE TREATMENT

When it comes to moles, warts, xanthelasma, skin tags and other skin outgrowth removal, RCC Amazing Touch is the most-trusted and highly awarded company.  But what makes this family-owned company the most trusted? If 21 years in the business is not enough proof, then perhaps the hordes of awards from various international invention expositions will do?

RCC Amazing Touch’s Demole Cream for the removal of moles and Dewart Cream for the removal of warts bagged several gold and diamond awards from various international expositions. In one event, RCC’s entry even landed the coveted spot beating a thousand or more other entries from 36 countries.  Backed up by the Philippine’s Department of Science and Technology, the company even represented the country in expositions in United Kingdom, Russia, United States of America , Japan and other neighboring Asian countries. 

But what makes RCC’s creams different from others? Firstly, it is a herbal cream that uses oil of the cashew nut as active ingredient. Secondly, it is non-invasive and non-anesthetic since the treatment is just topical application unlike surgery. “Our treatment may seem simple since it just takes a little scratching of the skin for faster and more efficient absorption of the cream to the skin and the application of the cream,” shared Richard B. Dela Cruz, RCC Amazing Touch President.

Malaysian students announced as winner of Microsoft Imagine Cup Asia Pacific Finals

Returning for the second year, seven triumphant student teams earned the opportunity to compete at the Imagine Cup World Finals in Seattle; teams from Thailand and Singapore took home the first runner-up and second runner-up prizes respectively

Microsoft crowned Team PINE from Malaysia as the winner of its second Imagine Cup Asia Pacific Regional Finals, after a nail-biting finale against 14 other teams from across the region. Six other teams were also selected to continue their journey at the Imagine Cup World Finals which will be held in Seattle in July.

Improving lives by improving sight Bringing vision care programmes to Marawi

Essilor Vision Foundation and the Integrated Philippine Association of Optometrists. Inc. (IPAO) join hands to provide vision care solutions to Marawi’s communities in need by 2020.

When the armed conflict in Marawi erupted last year, the residents were forced to leave their homes and livelihood to avoid being involved in the chaos; many of them were wounded and lost loved ones during the escape. Now that the battle has finally ceased, the citizens are faced with another concern: how will they start their new lives when all that remains are rumbles and ashes?

Julia Barretto in OPPO F7 TVC Commercial

If there’s anyone who has had more than their fair share of online hate, it would be popular celebrities who came of age in the social media generation, just like Julia Barretto and Joshua Garcia. “Bashers,” or individuals who seem to gain pleasure in leaving unsavory commentaries on social media, often flock to high-profile accounts like those of Barretto, Garcia, and other showbiz personalities.

Barretto, who belongs to an oft-controversial celebrity clan, is used to seeing nasty messages and comments disparaging her looks, talents, and personality online. She has had countless bashers tell her that she might have had work done on her face, that there is no talent behind her pretty face, and that she’s another vain artista. Barretto confronts these negative statements in her new commercial for the OPPO F7, where she is joined by Garcia to convey an uplifting message.

4 day full iterirary for Hong Kong family trip

With its joyful mix of whimsical and sophisticated attractions, Asia’s World City is the perfect place to create fond memories with the family this summer break. Take it from celebrity and mommy blogger Kelly Misa-Fernandez who experienced all the must-visit stops and attractions perfect for the fam! Although the Fernandezes admittedly frequent Hong Kong, the curated concentration of shop, eat, and play activities spread throughout the country continually fascinates them as every visit leads them to an infinite treasure trove just waiting to be discovered at Hong Kong.

Sharing with the full itinerary that the family maximized during their stay in the city. 

Misa-Fernandez Family Fun Hong Kong Itinerary

2nd Cream-O Flix Fest gathered Cream-Oholics for a unique outdoor movie experience

Jack ‘n Jill Cream-O brought another memorable outdoor cinema experience in a colourful arcade-themed entertainment park with the second year of Cream-O Flix Fest: Unlock the Irresistible.

The chocolate cookie brand welcomed everyone to a cozy picnic-style area at Central Park, SM By the Bay, where visitors enjoyed an entertaining screening of Hollywood movies.

World-class Pump Track Action at The Bike Playground’s First Anniversary

As the first and only bike park in the country, The Bike Playground celebrated another milestone with its first anniversary event. Last April 7, 2018, The Bike Playground held the Red Bull Pump Track World Championships qualifier, an exhilarating global race series that took local pump track racing to new heights, and welcomed local biking enthusiasts from all over the country.

Denice Sy and Jacob Muñez exchange “I do’s”

Denice Sy, Ever Bilena key accounts manager recently exchanged “I do’s” with 2017 Mr. Chinatown Jacob Munez  at Pico de Loro,  Batangas.

The bride was all smiles as she walked down the aisle in the arms of her proud father CEO Dioceldo Sy. Denice and Jacob announced their engagement in November 2017.

      Denice Sy and Dioceldo Sy

Veteran motorcyclist wins 1st leg of KTM Dukehana

Photo shows (L-R) Marketing head of KTM Philippines Ana Lumban, second place winner Van Ruedas, Luzon leg overall champion Luisito Sta. Ana, third place winner Iraq Bauzon and Inside Racing’s Al Camba.

Luisito Sta. Ana once again added an award under his belt as he won recently as the first ever champion of the KTM Dukehana Luzon leg held at Circuit Makati parking grounds.

AI-powered Vivo V9 surpasses 18,000 pre-orders ahead of nationwide launch

Vivo's newest flagship smartphone, the V9, was yet to be released in authorized stores nationwide, but it had already exceeded pre-order expectations.

As of April 5, the Vivo V9 has received over 18,000 pre-orders. The pre-orders started on March 26 after it unveiled the V9 to the press in a summer-themed launch at the City of Dreams Manila on March 22.

Due to the unprecedented success of the Vivo V9, additional units will be coming soon to accommodate the growing interest in Vivo’s new flagship unit. Vivo is very grateful to its loyal followers for the continued support. The global smartphone brand assures its fans that it will keep on pushing its boundaries to introduce consumer-friendly revolutions.

BBrave Swim and Run for Fun at Miriam College QC on May 6

In support of Miriam College’s Girls Be Brave advocacy, the Maryknoll/Miriam College Alumni Association (MMCAA) brings the “BBrave Swim and Run for Fun” Aquathlon on May 6, 2018, 4:00 a.m., at the Miriam College campus along Katipunan Avenue, Quezon City. 

Organized with race professionals Itemhound, this swim and run event is open to Solo (Php1000), Family Pair (Php900/head) and Relay Open - Male/Female/Mixed (Php900/head) participants. Students as well as young professionals and families with young children are welcome to join, as it will be a good venue for beginner athletes to test competition waters as well as for more serious ones to train in a non-competitive environment.