SB19 with newest single "Go Up"

SB19, the first-ever Filipino boy group trained under ShowBT, the Korean entertainment company here in the Philippines. 

These boys are all-around performers who can sing and dance a wide variety of genres, composes their own music, and create their own choreography. Despite their differences, they can perform seamlessly onstage and strive hard to become better artists.  They are dubbed as KPop and PPop. They do OPM songs. 

The "SB" in S819 stands for "Sound Break", meaning they will break into the Philippine Music scene with their fresh style and unique brand of music

"19" on the other hand, represents a youthful generation as well as represent the bridge between South Korea (area code 82) and the Philippines (area code 63)

At the media conference held,  the first 5-member all-Filipino idol boy group SB19, - Sejun, Stell, Josh, Ken, and Justin present their newest single "Go Up" and also their love song coming up soon titled "Hanggang sa Huli." 

SB19 boys has dreams of breaking into the Philippine music scene. Armed with almost four years of intensive training under K-Pop system, Sejun, Stell, Josh, Ken, and Justin are confident that they can take the industry by storm with their newest single, "Go Up."

SB19 Members: JOSH, KEN, JUSTINE, SEJUN,  STELL

"Go Up" is considered to be SB19's breakthrough single following their debut track "Tilaluha," which was released October 2018. The song talks about the hardships and overall journey in reaching one's goals. Through this, they wish to inspire other people - especially the younger generation- to never give up on their dreams.

As for their music video, it was directed by JC Gellidon, who has worked with local and international brands and celebritles like Donnalyn Bartolome, Brian Puspos, and more.

Released last July 19, the group wants to show to the public that even though they are trained in the Korean system, they still have that Filipino flare that we are all familiar with.

The song is currently out on Spotify, Apple Music, Deezer, Amazon Music, Google Play Music, and many more digital platforms.

Follow SB19 on their Social Media Accounts:

Facebook: www.facebook.com/SB19Official

Twitter: www.twitter.com/SB190fficial

Instagram: www.instagram.com/OfficialSB19

YouTube: www.youtube.com/SB19Official

Dani Girl: Of sickness, songs and hope

“Why is cancer?” 

Far from sitting back and letting her leukemia take over, nine-year old Dani sets off on a whimsical quest to find her hair and figure out the answer to the question, “Why is cancer?”. 

Together with her best friend and guardian angel, they go on a journey with lightsaber duels, game shows, space ships and all the silly games in between, showing that a child’s imagination and fighting spirit have no bounds. 

“Dani Girl: A Musical About Hope” by Michael Kooman and Christopher Dimond celebrates the childlike innocence, wonder, imagination, courage and hope that people often forget and lose as full-fledged adults. 

The play first premiered in Manila in 2014 as the maiden production of The Sandbox Collective. The show received wide acclaim from audiences and critics. Stage actress Lea Salonga called it “perfection” in its simplicity and execution, while METRO Magazine praised it as a play that “refreshes the mind and soul and touches your heart and spirit.”

'When Dani, a precocious nine-year-old, loses her hair to leukemia, she embarks on a magical journey to get it back. Simultaneously hilarious and heartbreaking, Dani Girl is a tale of life in the face of death, hope in the face of despair, and the indomitable power of the human imagination.'

ETON CITY: The Gateaway to the South

In the last few years, an increasing number of people are moving into the peripheries of Metro Manila to settle into a more peaceful and less stressful suburban life. More and more offices and commercial centers are setting up in major growth corridors such as Laguna, Cavite, and Pampanga. However, this rapid urbanization also exponentially increased vehicular traffic in these rising districts. Because of this, finding a neighborhood that is centrally located and easily accessible from major road networks makes a meaningful and wise investment for those looking to purchase a property in these areas. 

In Sta. Rosa, Laguna, Eton City makes a strong case for people who want to enjoy the benefits of living in a suburban community, like having access to wide and serene natural spaces, but still want to be close enough to the urban comforts and conveniences that surround the area. Before getting into the inner business districts and residential areas in Sta. Rosa, Eton City welcomes you to the South with its own exit along the South Luzon Expressway. It still offers a faster and safer route going to Tagaytay. With this exclusive exit, the Alabang CBD is approximately 25 minutes away and the Makati CBD about 45 minutes away. 

Low-density residential villages 

Developed by Eton Properties Philippines, Inc., the real estate arm of the Lucio Tan Group, each village in Eton City takes inspiration from various architectural influences, creating premium-themed communities that give way to elegant living. 

Combining unique homes, verdant surroundings, and open spaces in distinguished village concepts, Eton City is envisioned to be a vibrant and accessible community. Strategically located with easy access to education, business, and lifestyle hubs, the themed residences and premium amenities of West Wing Residences, TierraBela, Riverbend, and South Lake Village will be investments that grow as individuals, families, and communities do. 

Shopee Announces Global Superstar Cristiano Ronaldo as its Latest Brand Ambassador

Shopee, the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan, announces its partnership with global football icon Cristiano Ronaldo as its newest brand ambassador. Cristiano Ronaldo will work with Shopee in a wide range of initiatives to engage and inspire people in the region, starting with Shopee’s signature annual shopping event, 9.9 Super Shopping Day.

Cristiano Ronaldo to join Shopee in a wide range of initiatives, starting with 9.9 Super Shopping Day

From left: Cristiano Ronaldo, Global Football Icon; Chris Feng, Chief Executive Officer at Shopee

Chris Feng, Chief Executive Officer at Shopee, said, “We are delighted to announce our partnership with Cristiano Ronaldo, one of the greatest athletes of our time. He is an inspiration to many, and his dedication to football matches the deep commitment we have towards our users. Together with Cristiano Ronaldo, we look forward to creating a lasting positive impact for our region.”

Cristiano Ronaldo said, “I am proud to be Shopee’s brand ambassador as we share the same ambition to be the best in our fields. I am always improving my game for my fans and my team, just as Shopee innovates to benefit their users in this region. I am excited by this partnership, and I look forward to creating more special moments for my fans together with Shopee.”

Cristiano Ronaldo joins Shopee’s 9.9 Super Shopping Day

Shopee’s announcement of Cristiano Ronaldo as its latest brand ambassador is in line with the return of its signature annual shopping event, 9.9 Super Shopping Day. Cristiano Ronaldo will join a series of initiatives as Shopee brings users and fans across the region closer to the global football icon:

●     Cristiano Ronaldo stars in Shopee’s newest 9.9 TVC: Cristiano Ronaldo will be at the center of Shopee’s new television commercial premiering on August 16, which will air in all seven Shopee markets in the region.

●     Watch Cristiano Ronaldo live only on Shopee: In a first for Southeast Asia and Taiwan, fans will be able to get up close and personal with Cristiano Ronaldo via a range of exclusive content available only on Shopee Live. More information will be announced on Shopee’s app and social media platforms at a later date.

Catch the premiere of Shopee’s television commercial with Cristiano Ronaldo on August 16.

Find out more about Cristiano Ronaldo and 9.9 Super Shopping Day at http://shopee.ph/ShopeexRonaldo.

Download the Shopee app for free via the App Store or Google Play.

Korean Actor JUNG HAE IN Returns to Manila for ‘One Summer Night’ Fan Meeting Tour

K-drama fans will surely be thrilled to find out that Korean actor Jung Hae In is coming back to Manila on Saturday, September 28, 2019 for his ‘One Summer Night’ Fan Meeting Tour 2019 at the New Frontier Theater. The award-winning Korean actor flew to Manila around the same time last year to spend time with his well-loved fans in the Philippines.

Jung Hae In made his K-drama debut in 2014 via the series Bride of the Century. He eventually gained more popularity in 2017 with his performances in the fantasy romance series While You Were Sleeping and black comedy series Prison Playbook. Then, Jung Hae In bagged his first starring role in Something in the Rain, a 2018 Netflix original series. This year, Hae-In took on the lead role of another Netflix original and romance drama series, One Spring Night. 

For tickets to ‘One Summer Night’ Fan Meeting Tour in Manila, visit TicketNet.com.ph, any TicketNet outlets or Call TicketNet hotline 911-5555. 

Presented by Wilbros Live. 

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Solaire Celebrates The Mid-Autumn Festival With Special Homemade Mooncakes

Solaire Resort & Casino celebrates the autumn equinox and the fullness of the moon with an assortment of Homemade Mooncake offerings to please every palate. The traditional Baked Mooncakes come in a box of 2 and 4. Each set of four Baked Mooncakes will feature a unique music box packaging and has two variants: the regular box of 4, and a premium box of 4 which includes three special sauces. A little quirkier, Snow Skin Mooncakes come in a set of 5 placed in a miniature fridge.

The Baked Mooncakes come in 4 varieties to choose from. All feature double egg yolk centers complemented by an assortment of rich and flavorful pastes. The red bean paste mooncake is given a twist with dried orange skin, giving the classic a pop of citrus. On the other hand, the white lotus paste mooncake remains to be a luxury for its silky, and rich qualities. Another is the black sesame lotus paste kind which parades a nuttier and more earthy taste, while the ube paste version gives the classic a local touch that is both a familiar and an unexpected treat.

Snow Skin Mooncakes are a popular choice for those in search of unique and creative pairings. Ingredients from fruits, nuts, down to spirits were thoughtfully selected to create a collection of 5 uniquely complex tastes. The mango paste and dried mango snow skin mooncake exhibits the versatility of the popular Philippine fruit, while the raisin and Ang Pili nut lotus paste version exudes a balance between a buttery almond fullness and plummy notes. The custard paste and Palet Noir chocolate snow skin mooncake gives an appealing bittersweet bite, and the strawberry snow skin mooncake with lotus paste and rum hazelnut chocolate is a combination of flavors that render varying degrees of sweet, and a nutty effect. For a bit more zest, the champagne paste and dried apricot snow skin mooncake lends the senses a nectarine and tart excitement.

These delectable homemade mooncakes will be available for purchase from August 2 until September 13, 2019 at Red Lantern, House of Zhou, Oasis Garden Café, Fresh, The Patisserie, and The Food Court’s Bakery. Box prices start at Php 2,300.00 for a Box of 2 Baked Mooncakes, Php 3,900.00 for a Box of 4 Baked Mooncakes, Php 5,300.00 for a Premium Box of 4 Baked Mooncakes with Red Lantern Special Sauces, and Php 3,600.00 for a set of 5 Snow Skin Mooncakes including a small chiller. There will also be Snow Skin Mooncake Making Classes during lunch hours at Red Lantern every Sunday from August 18 to September 8, and on September 13.

For inquiries and reservations please call 888-8888, or email reservations@solaireresort.com.

CIMB Bank Announces 500,000th Customer and expands strategic partnership with GCash

ASEAN universal bank - CIMB Bank Philippines (CIMB Bank PH) celebrates the milestone achievement of 500,000 users of the GSave mobile savings account on its partner platform GCash, the leading mobile wallet in the Philippines. 

CIMB announced this Tuesday, August 13, that it has garnered 500,000 customers, approximately six months after opening its doors for business in the Philippines. The milestone was reached anchored on a strong proposition of co-creation and partnership between CIMB Bank and GCash.

HALF-MILLION DIGITAL SAVERS. Photo shows (from left): GSave’s 500,000th user Seigfred Barcelona, CIMB Bank Philippines chief executive officer Vijay Manoharan, Mynt president and chief executive officer Anthony Thomas, CIMB Group CEO Tengku Dato’ Sri Zafrul Tengku Abdul Aziz, CIMB Group Ventures & Partnerships chief executive officer Effendy Shahul Hamid, and GCash head of savings Kim Aimei Seng. 

The all-digital, mobile-first CIMB Bank PH, was launched in early 2019 with a goal of bringing a unique and differentiated banking proposition to Filipinos. Anchored on a DNA of strong strategic partnerships and solving customer pain points digitally, CIMB Bank PH had forged a partnership with GCash, to allow GCash’s customers direct, paperless and seamless access to savings account services, a product termed GSave. GCash is an epayments platform owned by Mynt, the revolutionary fintech startup of Globe Telecom, Ayala Corporation and Ant Financial, an affiliate of Jack Ma’s Alibaba Group. 

Tengku Dato’ Sri Zafrul Aziz, Group CEO, CIMB Group, who was in Manila to celebrate this milestone said, “CIMB Bank PH is surely the fastest growing bank in ASEAN, a wonderful achievement, and a strong testament of things that can be achieved in the regime of digital-only banks. We are motivated by this and will continue to innovate for our customers. Well done to the teams.” 

In line with this, CIMB Bank PH and GCash also announced that the GSave bank account will be exclusively offered only on the GCash platform. The companies also said they will be working together to make added suites of financial services products available to GCash customers in the future. These services will be announced in due course. 

Zafrul added, “The partnership with GCash was central to us achieving this milestone. It is a live case study of bank-tech partnerships, a combination of banking expertise and technology platform plays, and the opportunities it allows both parties to access. I look forward to developing more propositions with GCash to further establish our mobile banking presence in the Philippines.” 

Anthony Thomas, President and Chief Executive Officer of GCash affirmed its shared mission with CIMB Bank to increase accessibility of financial products and services for all Filipinos. “The acquisition of 500,000 users is a clear testament that the partnership between GCash and CIMB Bank through GSave is a success. We welcome this achievement and the deepening of our collaboration with CIMB Bank, and assure our users that we will continue to provide more innovative services to address the banking and financial needs of Filipinos who aspire for financially better lives for their families.” 

The 500,000 GSave users are now enjoying the benefits of CIMB’s savings account, which is available as the Save Money feature on the GCash app. GSave offers an interest rate of 3 percent per annum, which is more than ten times higher than those interest rates offered by most Philippine banks. 

Additionally, GSave does not require an initial deposit or maintaining balance, nor does it impose service charges for transactions—greatly reducing the barriers for ordinary Filipinos to open and maintain a savings account. 

About CIMB Bank Philippines 

CIMB Bank, ASEAN’s Top 5 largest bank present in over 16 global markets, has extended its reach in 2018 by providing Filipinos a whole new banking experience. CIMB Bank Philippines Inc. is an all-digital mobile bank headquartered in Bonifacio Global City, Metro Manila, Philippines. 

CIMB Bank Philippines offers 24/7 safe and secure banking with their seamless account opening in 10 minutes, the best in market rates, no initial deposit or maintaining balance requirements, convenient deposit and withdrawal locations, and zero transaction fees, all done through OCTO by CIMB Bank mobile app. 

To learn more, visit us at www.cimbbank.com.ph or Like us on Facebook and Follow us on Instagram @CIMBBankPH. Download OCTO by CIMB Bank in App & Play stores today. 

CIMB: The Way Banking Should Be. 

About CIMB Group 

CIMB Group is one of ASEAN’s leading universal banking groups and is Malaysia’s second largest financial services provider, by assets. It offers consumer banking, commercial banking, investment banking, Islamic banking and asset management products and services. Headquartered in Kuala Lumpur, the Group is present in all 10 ASEAN nations (Malaysia, Indonesia, Singapore, Thailand, Cambodia, Brunei, Vietnam, Myanmar, Laos and Philippines). Beyond ASEAN, the Group has market presence in China, Hong Kong, India, Sri Lanka, Korea, the US and UK. 

CIMB Group has the most extensive retail branch network in ASEAN of around 740 branches as at 30 June 2019. CIMB Group’s investment banking arm is also one of the largest Asia Pacific-based investment banks, offering amongst the most comprehensive research coverage around 600 stocks in the region. 

CIMB Group operates its business through three main brand entities, CIMB Bank, CIMB Investment Bank and CIMB Islamic. CIMB Group is also the 92.5% shareholder of Bank CIMB Niaga in Indonesia, and 94.8% shareholder of CIMB Thai in Thailand. 

CIMB Group is listed on Bursa Malaysia via CIMB Group Holdings Berhad. It had a market capitalisation of approximately RM52.3 billion as at 30 June 2019. The Group has over 36,000 employees located in 16 countries. 

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About Mynt 

Mynt is a partnership between Globe Telecom, the Ayala Corporation, and Ant Financial, that provides innovative and first-in-world fintech solutions to consumers, merchants, and organizations. Its vision is to enable financial access for consumers and merchants by disrupting traditional channels through digital financial technology services. It operates two fintech companies: GCash, a micropayment service that transforms the mobile phone into a virtual wallet for secure, fast, and convenient money transfer, and Fuse, a tech-based lending company that enables Filipinos to get microloans to business loans without the traditional requirements set by banks and other lending institutions. For more information, visit mynt.xyz. 

About GCash 

GCash is an internationally-acclaimed micropayment service that transforms the mobile phone into a virtual wallet for secure, fast, and convenient money transfer. GCash can be used to buy prepaid load, pay bills, send money, make donations, shop online, and even purchase goods without the need to bring any cash. For more information, please visit https://www.globe.com.ph/gcash

LBC Launches Free Pick-Up Service in Visayas and Mindanao

Pinoys in Cebu, Bacolod, Iloilo, Davao, and Cagayan de Oro can now avail of the logistics company’s free pick-up service 

Shipping items to your loved ones or customers has now become easier with LBC’s free pick-up service. LBC, the leading cargo company in the Philippines, has launched its free pick-up service in select areas in Visayas and Mindanao. This latest innovation will allow more Filipinos to operate their businesses and send their parcels without leaving their homes, saving Pinoys precious time to work on other priorities. 

The free pick-up service was initially offered in Metro Manila. After a successful run, LBC extended the service to Davao, Cagayan de Oro, Cebu, Bacolod and Iloilo. 

To avail of the service, customers only need to call the local LBC hotlines: 

· Davao: 0923-6913610 (Sun Cellular) and 082-2343492 (landline) 

· Cagayan de Oro: 0975-3934631 (Globe) and 088-8562230 (landline) 

· Bacolod: 034-432-9761 (landline), 0933-8690384 (Smart), and 0906-0029094 (Globe) 

· Iloilo: 0945-2553739 (Globe) and 0928-1815221 (Smart) 

· Cebu: 032-3168948 (landline) 

An LBC representative will immediately process the request, after which a pick-up team will arrive at the customer’s address to pick-up the items. The customer then pays for the shipment fee through the pick-up team. The package will be processed in LBC’s warehouses in Visayas and Mindanao. 

This latest innovation is LBC’s response to the ever-changing business landscape in the Philippines, where the e-commerce market grew to about Php44 trillion in 2018 from about Php36 trillion in 2017, according to a report by Statista. As the country’s e-commerce market is set to grow even more in 2019, LBC is continuously working to introduce innovations that cater to consumers and businesses alike. 

Five reasons why PayMaya is the best way for students to receive their allowances

Juggling work and parenting can be quite a challenge especially as we ease into the back-to-school season. Luckily, as parents in the digital world, there are countless tools and apps available to help you complete your household management and work tasks simultaneously.    

This includes the PayMaya app - which provides parents a faster, safer, and more convenient way to give allowances to their children – especially those who are off to senior high school and college.  

Here are five reasons why using PayMaya is the best way for students to receive their allowances:    

   

It provides awesome perks for students  

Sending your children’s allowances via PayMaya is not only efficient, it is also practical. With the various discounts and promos offered by PayMaya, you and your teenager can definitely pile up on cashbacks and discounts each time you transact. PayMaya offers a wide range of promos, providing the best deals catering to its student-customers.  

  

It is fast and convenient   

With PayMaya, you can easily send your child’s allowance in just seconds – no need to fumble for the exact amount of cash in your wallet every single day. In times of urgent need, having your PayMaya can also come in handy, because sending emergency money from the confines of your office is just as easy as a few taps on your phone and can be done within seconds.  You can also easily send funds to your or your child's PayMaya wallet from your bank account through InstaPay.  

  

It is more secure than giving cash   

By sending their allowance straight to their PayMaya account, students can avoid instances where they lose or misplace their money. They can also track their expenses as they receive an SMS after each transaction – whether by using their PayMaya QR, virtual card or physical card.    

There are already cashless campuses which accept card and QR transactions including Lyceum University of the Philippines – Batangas and soon, the University of the Philippines. These universities, along with STI also provide PayMaya-powered IDs to their students. Of course, in times where they do need their cash, they can easily withdraw money from any Bancnet ATM near their home or school.    

   

It teaches them financial responsibility

If your children are heading to college, this season is a great opportunity for parents to also let them handle and manage their own money – which means allowing them to budget their allowances, track their expenses, and even save up a little fund for their hobbies or simply hanging out with their friends. One way to do this is by sending them their weekly allowance, instead of daily, via PayMaya.   

With PayMaya, saving up is easier as they can easily track their spending within the app. They also get discounts on their in-app purchases which includes prepaid load, gaming pins, and even select goodies at PayMaya Treats.   

   

It empowers them to make their own purchases

  

Using their savings to purchase items that give them joy or allow them to pursue their passions - whether these are gaming pins, a cute new purse at Zalora, or art supplies at the National Bookstore – will surely make them feel empowered and inspired to keep saving money.   

With PayMaya on hand, they can purchase all these items and more, in the safest, most convenient way, with the most value for their money.    

Download the PayMaya app now and experience cashless convenience as you manage your household while on the go. 

To know more about how you can get the best deals when you pay your bills, send money, buy load, shop online and in-store, and many more, visit https://www.paymaya.com/deals.