Shopee 5.5 Double Double Sale features up to 90% off from leading brands including Maybelline, Globe, Enfagrow, and Infinix

Score the Nintendo Switch, 50” HD TV, iPhone X and more for just ₱1 at the Shopee 5.5 Double Double Sale

Shopee, the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan, launches a new in-app game called the Shopee ₱1 Game to give users more chances to save on premium items including the Nintendo Switch, 50” HD TV, iPhone X, and more. Until May 5, users can score these amazing items at the affordable price of just ₱1.

Ruoshan Tao, Head of Marketing at Shopee Philippines said, “The Shopee ₱1 Game is another exciting way for us to engage our users by giving them a wider assortment of brands and products at great prices. Through this, we honor our commitment in continuing to offer users the best deals on their favorite items through the Shopee 5.5 Double Double Sale.”

Turning e-waste around

Brother Philippines offers opportunity for savings from e-waste—and a way to deal with unwanted electronics the right way

HONOR THE QUEENS! Century Park Hotel Treats Moms on Mother’s Day

 One of the most awaited celebrations is Mother’s Day which happens every month of May. It is a time to honor the queens in our lives for their never ending love, support, and hard work. 

Tracing back its history, Greeks and Romans have always set a day to worship mother goddesses Rhea and Cybele. Moving forward, this tradition evolved to children offering flowers and presents to their mothers to express their gratitude.

Today, it is one of the most popular occasions observed internationally. In fact, more phone calls are made on this day compared to any other holidays.

Enjoy exclusive perks when you upgrade to a SUN LTE SIM

Have you shifted to a Sun LTE SIM? If not, now is the perfect time to upgrade to a Sun LTE SIM for faster mobile internet connectivity and get an exclusive Shopee discount from April 17 to May 31, 2019.

The promo is open to all new and existing Sun Postpaid subscribers, who may simply go to any Sun Shop or Sun Satellite Branch nationwide to switch to a Sun LTE SIM. Switchers will get an SMS code which they can use to get 20% off (up to P250) on a minimum P500 purchase on the Shopee app.

As a bonus treat, LTE SIM switchers will earn a raffle entry for a chance to win a brand-new OPPO A3s, an LTE-ready smartphone that features an immersive video experience and a long-lasting 4230mAh battery to power all your favorite online activities throughout the day.

5 things you can do in one automatic laundry cycle

For busy individuals, finding the time to do chores may seem hard. Don’t wait till the dirty clothes pile up! Make laundry time hassle-free and enjoyable with the right washing machine. Samsung Fully Automatic Topload offers a quick and easy solution to washing clothes -- no need to manually add water and drain, just set, press, and go.

In honor of its 55th anniversary: Rebisco awards 55 sari-sari store owners with store makeover and products

Homegrown snack giant Rebisco is spreading the anniversary joy to its grassroots business partners.

As part of its 55^th year celebration, Rebisco awarded 55 lucky sari-sari store owners with store makeover and products for each. The winners were selected among hundreds of small business proprietors who shared their stories detailing how the snack food giant has made an impact on their lives and businesses.

According to Rebisco President Jonathan C. Ng, the project was borne out of a simple yet poignant motivation: to express gratitude. “Sari-sari stores are crucial to our business model,” he said. “These entrepreneurs are our loyal and hardworking community partners who help nourish Rebisco’s continued growth and success. This project is one of many ways we want to give back, by empowering them and their businesses.”

Shopee 5.5 Double Double Sale features a wide range of deals customized for Filipinos’ tastes from April 28 to May 5

Shopee reveals key online shopping trends of Filipinos

ahead of Shopee 5.5 Double Double Sale

Shopee, the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan, dove deep into the data of its users in the Philippines to uncover key consumers insights on online shopping in the country. Tapping on its deep understanding of the tastes and preferences of Filipino shoppers, Shopee introduces the Shopee 5.5 Double Double Sale from April 28 to 5 May, featuring the daily ₱1 Game and daily 100% cashback vouchers.

SM wins in PR Awards 2019

SM Supermalls bagged the Silver award, under the ‘Best PR Campaign: Entertainment’ category for SM Little Stars – the Philippines' biggest mall-based, kiddie-talent search – at the recently concluded Marketing Magazine’s PR Awards 2019, held at Swissotel Merchant Court in Singapore. 

Jollibee’s more affordable Sulit-Complete : Now Available in all Branches

Looking for pampasaya?

Jollibee’s more affordable Sulit-Complete meals are here!

Everything you love in one sulit meal! Finding something—and someone—who brings joy to one’s day is one of the best things in life. When you encounter your favorite pampasaya, the boost of happiness that you get is truly incomparable. In Jollibee’s latest TV commercial, the adorable couple who found their pampasaya in one another and their Jolly favorites in the Kwentong Jollibee Valentines video “Proposal” makes a cheerful comeback with an exciting announcement that is sure to make you smile: Jollibee’s Sulit-Complete Meals are now more affordable!

Coocaa is Reshaping the TV Industry Through Partnership, AIoTV and Strong Growth

●          Coocaa is one of Lazada’s 12 Joint Business Partnership (JBP) brands for 2019

●          Coocaa is committed to continuing its innovation lead by making available Artificial Intelligence - Internet of Things - TV (AIoTV) to all households in Philippines, at an affordable price.

●          Since its official store launch on Lazada Philippines, the market has demonstrated strong interest in Coocaa’s Smart TV.

Just 1 week after its debut on Lazada Philippines, Six months on Lazada Indonesia, and four months on Lazada Vietnam and Thailand, Coocaa has emerged as one of the eCommerce giant’s first Joint Business Partnership (JBP) brands for 2019. This strategic partnership is aiming to bring high-quality televisions and after-sale services to Philippines, by cutting out the middle-man and providing consumers with the best deals. 

Great deals up to 90% off at the Shopee Super Fashion and Beauty Sale on April 26.

Celebrity stylist Myrrh Lao To and beauty vlogger Raiza Contawi transform 3 lucky winners for the Shopee Makeover Madness 

In time for the Shopee Super Fashion and Beauty Sale on April 26, Shopee, the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan, launches a 3-part mini web series called Shopee Makeover Madness on Facebook from April 24 to 26.

A Trip Down the Memory Lane: 7 Go-to Manila Churches for Visita Iglesia

A Trip Down the Memory Lane: 7 Go-to Manila Churches for Visita Iglesia

As a dominantly Catholic country, one of our practices every Holy Week is Visita Iglesia. Traditionally, Catholics visit around 7 churches to pray, reflect, and honor the Blessed Sacrament during Holy Week. The visiting of churches is done to commemorate the suffering of Christ, as well as to meditate and ask for penance.

Here are churches within the Metro which you can visit this Holy Week:

1) Binondo Church

Photo by Lawrence Ruiz - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=51373004

Start your journey in one of the oldest churches in Manila. Binondo Church is also known as Minor Basilica of Saint Lorenzo Ruiz and Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Parish. It was built by the Dominicans and is located in Binondo, Manila. It became a place of worship to converted Chinese Christians back in the day when the trade between Chinese and Filipinos started to increase. Today, a number of Binondo dwellers and curious tourists still visit the parish.

Marc Nelson for LandLite Philippines

Landlite Philippines Corp. (LPC), a leading distributor of lighting fixtures and solutions in the country, recently appointed top celebrity Marc Nelson as their official brand ambassador. 

This was announced during Lighting Design Trends for 2019, where experts presented global movements in lighting design alongside the impressive line of products that LPC carries. Photo shows (seated L-R) LPC CEO Jocelyn Li and LPC brand ambassador Marc Nelson (standing L-R) Faro Barcelona CEO Xavier Martin, LPC sales manager Dennis See, Uozu Italy deputy CEO Alessandro Porta, and Faro Barcelona CSO sales director Salvador Marti. Faro and Uozu are exclusively distributed in the Philippines by LPC.

Jollibee’s best twirl ever introduces Filipino flavors!

Celebrate summer-sarap with the new Ube Dip Cone Twirl and signature Halo-Halo Sundae Twirl

As temperatures rise with the arrival of summer, Pinoys fight the heat off with one of their favorite dessert treats: ice cream. Eaten after meals, in between meals, or as a snack, ice cream has undeniably become a summer staple for millions of Filipinos all over the country.

This summer, ice-cream fans will have something delicious to look forward to: Jollibee’s new Ube Dip Cone Twirl and the signature Halo-Halo Sundae Twirl! With the new and improved Jolly Twirl vanilla soft-serve as base, these new desserts will definitely thrill taste buds with its thicker and creamier soft-serve topped with delightful Filipino flavors.

How to win tickets to Park Bo Gum’s fan event from TNT

Get a chance to win tickets to Park Bo Gum’s fan event from TNT!

K-drama fans, unite! TNT and Ovation Productions are bringing in South Korean breakthrough actor and superstar Park Bo Gum to the Mall of Asia Arena for the Manila stop of his 2019 Asia tour, entitled “May Your Every Day Be A Good Day.”

The fan meet is Park Bo Gum’s way of expressing his gratitude to the fans who have supported and adored him in his blossoming career, and TNT is here to give you the exclusive Hi-Touch experience with one of K-drama’s biggest stars.

UPCOMING FOX AND CIGNAL ENTERTAINMENT- PRODUCED FILIPINO FILM POISED TO TAKE LOCAL HORROR GENRE TO NEXT LEVEL

Everyone knows that religion has always influenced horror movie plots. Nuns and priests constantly play roles that are important to the conflict’s resolution.

Veering away from this tired cliché of the church just coming to the rescue, Maledicto, a new Filipino horror movie starring Tom Rodriguez and Jasmine Curtis-Smith, substantially tackles the roles of the clergy in dealing with demonic possessions, with a nun-and-priest tandem playing the lead roles.

Glaiza de Castro: Brand ambassador for EB Advance

Glaiza de Castro gives us lady lessons......

One of actress Glaiza de Castro’s recent discoveries is that the blood of a Katipunero runs in her veins.  

“One of my ancestors from my father’s side was part of the Katipunan but more on the music and arts side,” she gleefully shares during a shoot as the brand ambassador for EB Advance, the premium line of the country’s leading cosmetics brand Ever Bilena. “When I found out about it, everything suddenly clicked. I like exploring, not only in my roles and my travels, but also with my hair and makeup. I like seeing different sides of me.”

Not surprisingly, Glaiza was especially chosen to be the brand’s newest endorser because of her fiery personality. “She speaks her mind. She takes on very challenging roles. She’s for women’s rights. And with the brand being more vocal about this direction, we wanted someone who is an embodiment of that,” shares EB Advance brand manager Creole David.  

Landlite Philippines at Interior & Design Manila

Landlite Philippines Corp. (LPC), a leading distributor of lighting fixtures in the country, was one of the major sponsors of the 4th edition of Interior & Design Manila (IDM), held recently at the SMX Convention Center, Mall of Asia Complex. 

With this year’s theme, Resilience of Design: Future Spaces, the IDM showcased interior design executions for buildings, landscapes, communities, and regions in order to respond  to natural and manmade disasters and disturbances as well as long term changes resulting from climate change. The IDM is also Philippines’ only exhibit curated specifically to update local interior designers on   the latest trends, updates, and implementation of resilient design concepts. During the event, Landlite showcased the latest lighting design trends for 2019 and its wide range of residential and commercial lighting products and fixtures in its exhibits. Photo shows (from left) Philippine Institute of Interior Designers (PIID) director for professional development Trisha Padernal, Landlite Philippines Corporation CEO Jocelyn Li, PIID national president Lilia de Jesus, Uozu Italy deputy CEO Alessandro Porta, Faro Barcelona CSO sales director Salvador Marti, PIID director for professional practice Kathleen Obcemea and executive director for exhibits and conventions Gino Lim.

Ortigas Malls announces its 2019 Holy Week schedule

Anu   plano mo?

In observation of the Holy Week, Ortigas Malls releases its special schedules for mall-goers. Masses will be held across all malls beginning April 13 and to cap it off, an exciting series of Easter activities are lined up in Greenhills, Tiendesitas, Estancia, and Industria.

Online Businesses Attest to Benefits Offered by LBC’s COP/COD

Online sellers are on the race to sell their products to an eager market who have found shopping in the internet more convenient.  But more than just selling their goods, online merchants are also enticing customers by giving them the most worry-free experience, from buying to paying and getting their orders the way they want it. 

LBC understands this need- which is why they came up with the Cash on Pick Up (COP) and Cash on Delivery (COD).  Under  COP, LBC provides a safer and more convenient alternative to “meet-ups” as a method of getting goods from seller to customer. After ordering online, a customer only has to select the specific LBC branch from where to pick up their items.

LBC Hones Value of Above-Par Customer Service Through Aming Ligaya

For many decades, LBC has provided service that goes above and beyond the norm to helpcustomers. This   is   why   it   stands   happy   and   proud   behind   the   Aming   Ligaya   campaign,   where   LBC facilitates a  more  personal encounter between their exemplary LBC agents and customers they have served well.A few months ago, LBC customer Ms. Roehlyn Del Rosario called the LBC hotline to follow upthe delivery of her shipment containing clothes and cookies. After a few calls, Ms. Del Rosariospoke with LBC agent Jeca Poquita and TL Baylon Ausan and anxiously informed them that her consignee was scheduled to leave for abroad the next day and requested for the immediate delivery of her shipment. Agent Jeca and TL Baylon assured Ms. Del Rosario that her shipment would be delivered that same day and started to coordinate with other LBC employees to facilitate and monitor  the delivery of  Ms. Del Rosario’s  shipment until it  was successfully handed over to her consignee on that same day.

Sip a cup of great coffee with Great Taste White’s new flavor

Coffee lovers have more reasons to indulge in a delicious cup anytime and anywhere as Great Taste White offers its latest variants to delight the craving of avid coffee drinkers.

Whether it’s for starting the day right or for quick pick-me-ups in the middle of the day, the new Great Taste White Caramel and Great Taste White Crema are bound to satisfy the busy and always on-the-go Filipino.

Fans of sweet and aromatic coffee can find themselves enjoying Great Taste White Caramel. It offers the perfect mix of roasted coffee and cream with hints of luscious caramel, blending a sweet linamnam for everyday coffee fix.

For a more flavorful and full-bodied coffee experience, Great Taste White Crema combines the real coffee taste with rich vanilla cream for a creamy linamnam that is reminiscent of everyone’s favorite latte.

These two new variants, and the original Great Taste White coffee mix, come in a fresh and attractive new packaging.

Great Taste White delights coffee fans with its fresh new look and two new flavors, White Caramel and White Crema

Great Taste White launches its new White Caramel variant with its new ambassador, actress and singer Janella Salvador

Property 24 highlights latest trends in digital marketing

OLX and Property24, two of the most powerful online enablers for property buyers and sellers, recently gathered real estate developers, brokers and marketing practitioners to discuss the latest trends in digital marketing. 

Entitled “Engaging today’s digital users and property buyers,” the exclusive seminar led by OLX head of real estate Tina Bautista (far right) aimed to help real estate companies navigate the online market and understand the netizen’s buying behavior and preferences. She also discussed new digital marketing trends for 2019 and real estate outlook and recommendations for the year. Joining her were (L-R) Ayala Land International Sales, Inc.’s Jared Carlo Enrile, Hetty Uy and Casey Anne Lombos.

 

Celebrity moms imbibe the “takumi” spirit

Celebrity moms Christine Jacob-Sandejas, Daphne Oseña-Paez, and Asia’s Best Female Chef for 2016 Margarita Fores joined the launch of Toshiba’s latest line of state-of-the-art home appliances held at the Whitespace recently—imbibing the “takumi” spirit, a craftsman’s approach to work in his relentless pursuit of perfection, that they posses.

Jacob, mother to five kids, Olympian, and co-anchor of New Day on CNN Philippines, served as the event’s host. Oseña-Paez, mother of three, TV host, author, and entrepreneur, was seen admiring the appliances on display. Last but not the least, Fores, through her Cibo di Marghi Signature Caterer, provided the scrumptious and fabulous Japanese cuisine served during the event.

Experience HP LaserJet Printer quality and reliability with Free HP Everyday Paper

Every day, HP LaserJet printers and toner cartridges never fail to deliver on their commitment to make an impact on business documents by consistently printing sharp black texts and crisp graphics.

Get any participating HP Original Toners and enjoy your free HP Everyday Paper now!

Now, to make sure that enterprises can truly maximize the reliability of HP LaserJet printers to grow their business, every purchase of HP CF217A, HP CE285A or HP Q2612A Black Original LaserJet toner cartridges and HP CE285AD, HP Q2612AD, or CB435AD Dual Pack Black Original LaserJet toner cartridges, comes bundled with a free ream of HP Everyday Paper.

7 things to know about the fastest selling smartphone under ₱6,000 on Shopee

Redmi 7 returns for an exclusive Flash Deal on Shopee

The Redmi 7, the latest budget smartphone from global technology leader Xiaomi, sold out within 30 minutes after it was put on sale last April 5 on Shopee, the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan. This made the Redmi 7 the fastest-selling smartphone under ₱6,000 on Shopee Philippines. To celebrate the record-breaking feat, Shopee and Xiaomi will once again hold a Flash Deal for the Redmi 7 on April 10 at 2PM.

Summer is made more fun with Everyday is Play Day Year 3

A kick-off of summer fun and the biggest collaboration of best-loved global toy and children’s brands, brings to everyone Everyday is Play Day on its 3rd biggest year, launched at SM City North EDSA, that will surely showcase series of exciting shows and festivities for both kids and kids at heart in many of your favorite SM Supermalls from March to October 2019.

Celebrate Easter with delicious Italian flair

Italy is one of the countries in the world with the biggest, longest and most festive Easter celebration. Pasqua, as Easter is called in Italy, starts weeks before the Holy Week. Italians hold solemn processions, masses and 24-hour religious rituals like Via Crucis or Stations of the Cross. The celebration continues until the end of April with joyous traditions like Easter meals, dances, concerts and other surprises. 

One of these traditions, and the sweetest of them all, is the abundance of uova di Pasqua al cioccolato or chocolate Easter eggs. This Easter, Villa Del Conte perfectly recreates this festive celebration through a fun and colorful Easter egg packaged chocolates. Masterfully crafted in Padova, Italy, these rich and decadent artisanal chocolates are packaged in a fun, creative, and adorable Easter egg packaging. 

Choose the chocolates included in your Villa Del Conte Easter Bunny Treat: 3 pcs. Praline Balls, 4 pcs. Bonta Pralines, or 7 pcs. 5g squares in pastel-colored Easter wrapper. Celebrate Easter the Italian way and get these uova di Pasqua al cioccolato from Villa Del Conte. Visit Villa del Conte stores in Greenbelt 5, SM Megamall, and Robinsons Magnolia. 

For bulk orders and to know more about Villa Del Conte’s indulgent creations, contact 893-2575, visit www.villadelcontecioccolato.com, or follow them on Facebook and Instagram: @VillaDelContePh and on Twitter: @villadelconte. 

Kai Sotto off to US with a Philippine Flag

Kai Sotto, 7-foot-2 basketball prodigy Kai Sotto receives a Philippine flag from officials of #MagingMagiting campaign partners, Bounty Agro Ventures Inc.

Enjoy Meat-less meals this Lenten season at Isla Sugbu Seafood City

Meat-free meal prepared the way you like it 

Enjoy sumptuous meat-less meals this Lenten season at Isla Sugbu Seafood City at Venice Grand Canal Mall in Taguig City.

At Isla Sugbu Seafood City, you can abstain from meat by opting for its unique offering called Paluto All-You-Can. Select from a wide array of fresh and live seafood and have it cooked the way you like it until you have your fill.

If you do not have any dish in mind, you can choose from its delectable selection of best-selling dishes such as Salted Egg Shrimp, Oysters topped with Garlic and Cheese, Fresh Crabs in Chili Sauce, Squid in Garlic Teriyaki Sauce and Steamed Parrot Fish. Whether you want something extravagant or just a simple, well-cooked dish, Seafood City is ready to serve appetizing meals for you and your family and friends.

Filinvest City hosts Wanderland 2019

About 15,000 guests gather at the sprawling Filinvest City Events Grounds for the

Wanderland Music and Arts Festival 2019.

Metro South had yet another epic weekend recently when Filinvest City once again hosted this year’s Wanderland Music and Arts Festival, one of the biggest music festivals in the Philippines.

Billie Adelman, appointed as Executive Director of In Touch Community Services, Philippines

                               

Billie Adelman

In Touch Community Services, a non- profit organization and leading provider of mental health services in the Philippines, has appointed Ms. Billie Adelman, a 20-year Citigroup veteran as its Executive Director. 

Critically acclaimed film Born Beautiful now a must-watch 12-part series on Cignal Play

It all started with the multi-awarded movie “Die Beautiful” starring Paolo Ballesteros as the transgender woman Trisha, whose death came right after she was finally crowned as a beauty queen. During Trisha’s wake, her best friend Barbs would grant the latter’s wish to be presented as a different Hollywood star each night of the wake.

Barbs, played by award-winning actor Martin del Rosario, continued her journey in Die Beautiful’s spinoff movie, Born Beautiful, shown in cinemas last January 2019. In Born Beautiful, Barbs would go on with her life as a mortuary beautician, where her life would take interesting turns including an overwhelming identity crisis, which would have her questioning her gender preference and would see her attempting to go back to her born identity, that of a straight man. 

BAVI donates new flags to 3,000 public elementary schools nationwide

In keeping with its commitment to help instill a sense of nationalism among Filipinos, Bounty Agro Ventures Inc. (BAVI), the operator of the country’s largest rotisserie chicken chain, Chooks-to-Go, has recently completed its donation of 3,000 flags to public elementary schools nationwide.

BAVI president and general manager, Ronald Mascariñas, talks about the importance of the Maging Magiting flag campaign among Davao City National High School students.

PRURide PH 2019 ambassadors gear up for PH’s biggest cycling festival

Kim Atienza, Zoren Legaspi, and Gretchen Ho all set for PH's biggest cycling festival

 British life insurer Pru Life UK partnered with three health and fitness ambassadors to champion the company’s advocacy of promoting a healthy and active lifestyle through cycling. Actor Zoren Legaspi, TV host and former volleyball player Gretchen Ho, and TV host Kuya Kim Atienza will join the country’s biggest cycling festival, PRURide PH 2019 as its official ambassadors.

LG visit to The House of Hope in Davao.

LG Makes its Mark in Mindanao

LG Electronics, in keeping with its tradition of giving back to the community, recently paid a visit to The House of Hope in Davao.

The House of Hope Foundation, located inside the Southern Philippines Medical Center compound (SPMC), is a charitable group that provides temporary shelter to children with cancer. SPMC is the only hospital in the whole of Mindanao that offers free cancer treatment to children. Since a large majority of its patients are indigent families with no place to stay while they are undergoing treatment, the House of Hope provides a sanctuary for them.

FPG Insurance Philippines recognizes top brokers for 2018

BDOI Southern Mindanao Unit Head Ranz Apolinario (center) flanked by FPG Insurance reps (L-R) Corporate Business Group (CBG) AVP Edmon Libao, President and CEO Ramon Dimacali, CBG Head and Regional Brokers Relations Beth Villamil, and Regional Managing Director Stephen Blasina

Brother PH ‘Travel in Style’ summer promo gives free bag for every purchase from Inkjet MFC series

This summer, ‘Travel in Style’ with Brother Philippines as it welcomes the hot season with its latest promotion where customers can get a stylish backpack worth Php1,195 for every purchase of any participating machine models from Brother’s Inkjet multi-function centre series.

Buy any of the following participating machines at their suggested retail prices to get the free bag under Brother’s summer promo: Colour Inkjet Printers DCP-T310 at P7,950, DCP-T510W at P9,450, and DCP-T710W at P11,450; and Colour Inkjet MFC printers MFC-T810W at P13,450 and MFC-T910DW at P18,950.

P&G Launches 1st Shopee Regional Super Brand Day with ‘Stop Bad Hair Day’ Campaign

P&G x Shopee Super Brand Day will feature exclusive deals across P&G’s leading hair care brands, Head & Shoulders, Pantene, and Rejoice

 Procter & Gamble (P&G), a leading global consumer goods company and Shopee, a leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan, announced the launch of the 1st Regional Super Brand Day to “Stop Bad Hair Day”. During this campaign, Shopee will launch P&G’s latest line of hair care products across six markets in Southeast Asia. This is part of P&G and Shopee’s strategic partnership to drive its online sales and hair care category growth in eCommerce.

Filipinos’ three most common hair problems and how to stop them

Head & Shoulders, Pantene, Rejoice join forces to launch “Stop Bad Hair Day” campaign

Experiencing a bad hair day affects more than just physical appearance, it also dampens your mood and takes a toll on your self-confidence throughout the day. In the Philippines, the most common hair concerns are stated as (1) hair fall, (2) dandruff, and (3) having great smelling hair despite the hot weather. This is why P&G, a leading global consumer goods company and owners of Philippines’ best-selling hair care brands: Head & Shoulders, Pantene, Rejoice, partners up with Shopee to launch its “Stop Bad Hair Day” themed Super Brand Day campaign. This partnership features the latest line of hair care products now made available on the e-commerce site.

Teen idols Mayward share how you can use your FREE 10GB from PLDT Home Prepaid Wifi wisely

Teen stars Maymay Entrata and Edward Barber—aka MayWard—are back with a new video for PLDT Home Prepaid WiFi’s Techie Hacks series. 

This time, the phenomenal love team dishes out tips on how to make the most of your free 10GB data, which comes with the purchase of PLDT Home Prepaid WiFi for a one-time payment of only P1,995. The free one-off data allocation is valid for seven days.

DILG culminates Women’s Month Celebration by honoring every day women heroes together with the Philippine Commission on Women and Coca-Cola

The month-long celebration of women aptly ended with the gathering of the Philippines’ women agenda movement leaders – the Department of Interior and Local Government, the Philippine Commission on Women, and the world’s biggest and most women-supportive beverage brand, Coca-Cola Philippines.

The Company recognizes the important role of women and their capabilities and potential as engines for development. Based on numerous studies, when women are given the opportunity to earn, they reinvest their income to the welfare of their families. The 5by20 STAR Program aims to empower women and promote their economic capabilities, and seize economic opportunities. We envision that economically empowered women would form part in the solution in breaking the cycle of poverty within families. We believe that women, given the right support and confidence, can make a positive impact, and make all the difference that the world needs.

Coca-Cola Philippines sustainability manager Joy Munsayac, DILG undersecretary Marjorie Jalosjos, Coca-Cola Philippines public affairs and communications manager Sam Sanchez, along with relevant partners in government celebrate Women’s Month at a film screening last March 28.

During a special film screening of a fictional heroine, the beverage brand featured a short clip on the impact of their program, particularly the 5by20 Sari-Sari Store Training and Access to Resources (STAR) Program. The video underscored how the women, mostly mothers, became the heroes to their families by making ends meet with additional sources of income while being able to manage the household. Women reach their full potential when given a space that enables them to grow, women reach their full potential.

Thousands join Angel’s Walk for Autism

Over twenty thousand autism advocates joined this year’s Angels Walk for Autism, the annual event that advocates for acceptance, accommodation and appreciation of Filipinos with autism towards an Autism-OK Philippines, organized by the Autism Society Philippines (ASP), together with SM Cares, the corporate social responsibility arm of SM Prime Holdings.

This year’s celebration highlighted the country’s legacy of strong leaders that have brought the autism advocacy forward -- for the last 30 years, across 97 chapters, with 13,000 members -- and have become the foundation on which the next generation of leaders will build the future.

Hans T. Sy, SM Prime Holdings chairman of the executive committee, was honored as the inaugural recipient of the ASP’s Leadership Award for Autism Inclusion and Welfare. It is the society’s highest recognition, celebrating exemplary leadership that has significant and positive impact on advancing ASP’s vision of acceptance, accommodation and appreciation of persons with autism in an Autism-OK Philippines. Beyond awareness, Mr. Sy’s leadership has inspired tangible, measurable action through the accomplishments of SM Cares.

Enticing promotions for graduates only from Citi

It’s graduation season once again, and what better way to celebrate this special academic milestone of your young achiever than through sumptuous dining offers from Fairmont Hotel Makati and Dusit Thani Manila!

Treat the graduate in your family to fancy all-day dining, with an array of fine cuisine from across the globe——as Citi gives all of its cardholders 30% off on lunch and dinner buffet!—only at Spectrum  at the Fairmont Hotel in Makati.

Century Park Hotel Offers Thirst-quenching Delight This Summertime

Summer has officially started with the scorching sun beating on our backs. All too soon, everyone is heading to the beach or pools or for majority who are in Metro Manila, they are doing the most accessible of all: getting their hands on cold drinks and desserts to beat the sweltering heat.

Palm Grove, the poolside outlet of Century Park Hotel, is all geared up for the sunny season with it’s Fun in the Summertime treats.  

Missed out on Realme 3? Get it at Shopee 4.4 Summer Bazaar

The Realme 3 returns in Radiant Blue for a limited flash sale on Shopee on April 4

Shopee, the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan, teams up with Realme Philippines to bring back the Realme 3 for a limited flash sale at 12 MN on April 4, the finale of Shopee 4.4 Summer Bazaar. The Realme 3 sold out in just two hours at its launch on Shopee on March 25, becoming the fastest-selling mid-range smartphone on the platform.

Martin Yu, Associate Director, Shopee Philippines said, “We are happy that the Realme 3 sold out on its launch on Shopee. Demand is still high and because we want to give our users the best online shopping experience, we are very excited to say that we will be partnering once again with Realme to bring the Realme 3 back for the 4.4. Summer Bazaar.”

GetGo goes mobile with new lifestyle rewards app

The lifestyle rewards program of Cebu Pacific, GetGo continues to open up travel possibilities for everyJuan as it introduces its newest mobile app. With the app, you can earn and redeem points to fly for free, as well as enjoy amazing offers with just a few taps! Booking Cebu Pacific flights with GetGo points is also made easier through simple clicks inside the GetGo Mobile App. Here are other features that members can enjoy from the all-in-one travel rewards app:   

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How ASHI, a microfinance institution, scaled using Oradian’s cloud-based banking platform

Ahon Sa Hirap, Inc. (ASHI) is a microfinance institution NGO that operates from Quezon City, serving more than 74,000 clients through 60 branches in the Calabarzon and Western Visayas regions with over 600 employees. ASHI’s mission is to improve access to financial services in their communities to enable families to lift themselves out of poverty.

Estrella Andres, Vice President of ASHI, was prompted to realign ASHI’s IT strategy when ASHI set new goals for growth: number of branches, number of clients served, community coverage and an updated list of services offered.