TV5’s ‘Fill in the Bank’ and ‘Bawal Na Game Show’ take on new back-to-back timeslots starting this week

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Experience back-to-back excitement as TV5’s hilarious game shows “Fill in the Bank” and “Bawal na Game Show” air on their new timeslot at 7 p.m. and 8 p.m. beginning this week.

“Fill in the Bank” kicks off the week on October 12 with guest co-host Tuesday Vargas. The episode features the “Iskolar ng Bayan” or UP students who are more than ready to show their skills and wits in saving money. On October 13 and 15, guest co-host Benjie Paras joins “Fill in the Bank” hosts “Manedyer” Jose Manalo and “Madam Poky” Pokwang.

Bank tellers will rule the game on Tuesday, October 13 as they aim for the top prize of Php150,000. They are all set to compete in the show’s pandemic-inspired games Ayuda Teh! Machine (ATM) and Panghakot na Papremyo Equipment (PPE). Biggest Losers are out to win the game on October 15 as they try their luck in Enter your Pin Code, Cheque or X, Gold Rush, and Huli Cash.

Taking on the 8 p.m. timeslot is “Bawal na Game Show,” which will have palengke vendors as pasaways on Monday, October 12. Rappers and fliptoppers make their way to the studio on October 13 as they get ready to exchange antics with hosts Ghorl Twins Wally Bayola and Paolo Ballesteros.

On October 15, kids of celebrities will get the chance to play in the crazy rounds: “Bawal Ma-Fall,” “Bawal ang Da Moves,” “Bawal ang Sablay,” and “Bawal ang Sumuko” Joining the fun are Jennica Garcia, Alex Medina, Felix Roco and Karel Marquez.

Catch the back-to-back episodes of “Fill in the Bank” at 7 p.m. and “Bawal Na Game Show” at 8 p.m. every Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday, only on TV5.

Mayor Vico Sotto and other local and international innovators joins 57th PMAP Annual Conference

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The young and innovative Pasig City Mayor Vico Sotto, who rocked the local political scene with his creative and pro-people leadership style, will be one of the plenary speakers of the upcoming 57thAnnual Conference of the People Management Association of the Philippines (PMAP) this coming October 21-23, 2020.

PMAP, the preeminent organization of people managers and HR practitioners founded in 1956, continues to push for a national people-first strategy in addressing human capital management issues especially during these difficult times. During the 3-day virtual conference, global and local experts and leaders were invited to showcase relevant and timely presentations anchored on the conference theme “Sharp Focus. Future-Ready.”

Sotto will deliver a talk entitled “Building a Culture of Trust in the Era of Disruption” on Day 3 of the conference. This is expected to complement the opening keynote speech of Mr. Peter Cheese, Chief Executive, Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) on Day 1 who will present “Developing a Resilient Workforce to Thrive in Uncertainty.”

Day 2 of the conference will feature sixteen (16) concurrent sessions where attendees can customize their learning experience by choosing four topics they want to attend under the categories Developing Digital Leaders, Innovations, Outside-In HR and Advocacy sessions.

Some of the notable speakers this year includes Ms. Annela Heytens, Head of HR of Amazon Web Services; Mr. Bobby Castro, President & CEO of Palawan Pawnshop & Palawan Express Padala; Mr. Kais Marzouki, Chairman and CEO, Nestle Philippines; Dr. Ramon Segismundo, CEO and Founder of 1-HR.X; and other well-respected leaders from both the private and public sector.

Spearheaded by PMAP’s Conference Chairperson, PMAP Vice President Lin Mukhi, the conference’ discussion will sharply focus on how to future-proof organizations in the digital age, creating an agile talent management and development, HR Innovations, ethics and HR governance, deepening HR competencies, employment relations and social protection.

To be part of the conference, you may email kevin.jacinto@pmap.org.ph or carol.alcances@pmap.org.ph or visit www.pmap.org.ph and www.facebook.com/PMAP1956.

Skin Magical’s Ghie Pangilinan makes milestone birthday memorable

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Skin Magical is celebrating its fifth anniversary with the formal launch of Maja Salvador, and Joseph Marco as latest ambassadors.

Skin Magical top honcho Ghie Pangilinan turned 40 last Sept. 11 while the country is still in the quarantine period due to the coronavirus pandemic. Thus, she decided to take her birthday celebration one step further by making it a good reason for other people to be joyful as well. Ghie opted to share her most treasured day with the elderly being taken care of at the Haven for the Elderly in Tanay, Rizal.

Bags of groceries and bundles of assorted clothes were brought in at the retirement home with her staff members distributing them to each lolo and lola who thanked her profusely for her kindness and generosity. They were equally delighted by the sumptuous foods prepared on the table. Everyone expressed appreciation at how Ghie would always remember to celebrate her treasured day with them since 2014. And during this quarantine season, Ghie sends them goods without fail.

Her over 400 employees were likewise treated to a special feast by serving them by batches and observing physical distancing throughout the day. Each received five kilos of rice and a gift from the lady boss.

Ghie also distributed sacks of rice to her neighbors and to all the tricycle drivers of Sitio Butig, Brgy San Pedro in Morong, Rizal, where the Skin Magical manufacturing plant is  located.

“They were the ones who first came to my mind when I was thinking of how to make my hitting the big 4-0 a truly happy one. Sila ‘yung nadadaanan ko bago pumasok sa aming planta,” said Ghie, also fondly known as MGP. “With the blessings that I’ve been receiving, it is always a must for me to share them to people who have been supporting us. At sa dami ng natanggap ko na birthday gifts, I really felt it’s just but right to gift others.”

Ghie added, “I truly believe that even the smallest good deed can trigger a whole series of bigger, better deeds. My great satisfaction comes from giving (blessings) to others.”

Her husband-cum-business partner Jerry Pangilinan, on the other hand, made it a point to be the first to greet the celebrator with a special cake, bouquet of flowers and a jewelry set.

Ghie was also surprised to receive beautiful cakes from celebrity endorsers of her various brands like Dimples Romana, Jolina Magdangal, Joseph Marco, Anna Cay, Lars Pacheco, DJ Loonyo, Tim and China, Viy Cortez and Cong TV and Agsunta for Skin Magical; JaMill and Mannex for Speaks G; and Ivana Alawi or Tea Talk.

Other cakes and surprises came from her suppliers and distributors, staff in the Marketing, Production and Sales departments as well as from such collaborators and partners as Edna Abong of The Philippine STAR; Verde Creatives; Karen Namora of My Puhunan; and Rocel Reynon.

“My goal is to continue to inspire many Filipinos through my locally made brands, and to soar high like butterflies with integrity and determination,” stressed Ghie, who apart from Skin Magical, also operates Pore It On Cosmeceuticals Solutions, Inc. with husband Jerry.

Incidentally, Skin Magical is celebrating its fifth anniversary with the formal launch of Maja Salvador, and Joseph Marco as the latest ambassadors.

Every week, Ghie is giving away exciting prizes to five Skin Magical patrons by joining in the promo. Check out the skincare brand’s social media accounts for the mechanics.    

“Skin Magical is committed to providing a better opportunity to all aspiring ‘beautypreneurs’ and offering high-quality products to consumers. Hindi man tayo makapag-celebrate together since mass gatherings are still prohibited, we have lots of surprises for you, butterflies,” she declared.

For more details, visit www.skinmagicalph.com and follow the social media platforms of Skin Magical, Speaks G and Pore It On.

LEARN HOW SELF-LOVE CAN HELP SAVE YOU THROUGH HARD TIMES WITH KOTEX FACEBOOK LIVE

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As it continues to strengthen its commitment to championing women amidst hardships, Kimberly-Clark's Kotex®️ will be hosting “Love Yourself Live: How Self-Love Can Save You”, a Facebook Live session airing on Sunday, October 11 at 7PM. Hosted on the Kotex Philippines Facebook page, the livestream aims to enlighten Filipinas on how they can better treat themselves and their loved ones during these challenging times. 

Moderated by television personality and podcaster Joyce Pring, the session will tackle the importance of valuing oneself for holistic wellness, as well as activities that women can do to better integrate self-love in their everyday routines while at home. 

Joining the discussion are mindful living practitioner and Ye Hezu bamboo wand teacher 

Mawi Fojas de Ocampo and Kotex Luxe brand ambassadors: artist and fashion icon Heart Evangelista, events and TV host Janeena Chan, certified fitness trainer Jo Villablanca, and digital content creator Janina Vela. A live Q&A segment will follow to give viewers a chance to ask questions for the expert and the guests. 

 

As home quarantine and social distancing continue, today’s generation of modern-day Filipinas constantly look for ways to alleviate the negative effects of the pandemic on their overall wellbeing. By hosting Love Yourself Live, Kotex hopes to be an empowering support system for women during this time of uncertainty.  

 

Love Yourself Live is a part of the Kotex Luxe Love Yourself a Little More campaign. Like and follow the Kotex Philippines Facebook page to stay updated on latest announcements and updates. 

Canva launches new collection of free home screen & icon pack for iOS 14

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How-to: 3 easy steps to create the perfect iOS home screen

Among the many high-quality iOS home screen collection set is this

Blue and Cream Animal Crossing Icons Set 

Following the launch of Apple’s iOS 14, global online design platform Canva is now offering customizable iOS templates to make it easier than ever to design the home screen and app icons of your dreams. 

With this growing collection of iOS templates, anyone can design their very own personalized screen with a unique look-and-feel in minutes, at no cost. Whether you’re looking for a minimalist theme, neon lights, one-of-a-kind icons or something as quirky as recreating the Windows 98 aesthetic, Canva makes it easy.

Create your own set of icons in just three simple steps:

1. Browse and select your preferred theme

2. Adjust the colors, illustrations and images to your liking

3. Download the new icon pack directly to your device

The emerging trend has seen millions getting creative with the design aesthetic of home screen layouts, replacing traditional, standard app icons with custom characters, seasonally-inspired decorations and even hand-drawn designs.

“We’re excited to see Filipinos explore their creativity with these new iOS 14 templates. Our phones have become extensions of our personalities, and with Canva, it’s incredibly easy to create a home screen that matches your personal style! Napakaraming designs ang naghihintay for all Pinoys, and they will surely have fun exploring it,” Yani Hornilla-Donato, Canva Philippines Country Manager said.

“There really aren’t any do’s or don’ts when it comes to this kind of design - personal tastes vary and that’s what makes this trend so interesting,” said Lynneal Santos, Canva templates designer. 

“There’s no limit to what and how you design – color code each page, or seek inspiration from your favorite brand; whatever you choose, we’re excited to bring these new creative options to our community as we continue on our mission of empowering anyone to unleash their design superpowers and show off their individual style and personality.”

Get started with Canva’s free home screen and icon packs today, available here.

About Canva

Valued at $6B USD, Canva is an online graphic design platform used by more than 35 million people every month across 190 countries who have created more than 3 billion designs using Canva’s intuitive drag-and-drop design tools. 

Catch the Shopee 10.10 Brands Festival TV Special on GMA and Win a Total of ₱7 Million Worth of Prizes

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Shopee, the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan, is inviting everyone to tune in to Shopee’s 10.10 Brands Festival TV Special on GMA for a chance to win up to ₱7 million worth of prizes. From 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM, viewers can look forward to fun games, low-priced flash deals, and up to 50% off on leading brands. 

Willie Revillame will be joined by celebrities Biana Umali, Gabbi Garcia,  and British X Factor Season 12 finalist, 4th Impact. 

Key Highlights of 10.10 Brands Festival: 

On October 10, viewers and shoppers can enjoy fun games, fantastic deals, and big cash prizes. Key highlights include: 

● Shopee Farm: Players can plant, harvest, and water their crops to win coins and stand a chance to win an iPhone 11 Pro Max (iPhone is a registered trademark of Apple Inc.). The players to top the leaderboard and harvest the most crops the fastest, will win. 

● Shopee Shake: Viewers joining the Shopee Shake session can win a total of ₱1.6 million in cash prizes. Players should tune in at 10:15 AM, 10:30 AM, and 10:45 AM. 

● Watch & Win: Three lucky viewers can stand a chance to win ₱50,000 each and ₱10,000 worth of ShopeePay credits. To join, viewers simply need to download the app, set up an account, and register their details on the microsite http://shopee.ph/10-10-shopee-play-win

● Participating brands on Shopee’s TV Special: Viewers can look forward to exclusive low-priced deals during the show such as Enfagrow A+ Four Powdered Milk Drink for 3+ Years Old at 35% off, Alaska Choco Ready-to-Drink Milk at 51% off, and Shigetsu KASHIWA Classic Polarized Sunglasses at 80% off. Users can also anticipate other discounts from Vivo, Nido, Splash-Hygienix, Reckitt, Infinix, and Mcdodo. 

 

● Exclusive deals from leading brands: Users can also look forward to fantastic deals from leading brands such as Infinix, Vivo, Wyeth, Unilever, Oppo, MamyPoko, Nestle, RB Enfagrow, Maybelline, L’Oreal Paris, Inspi, Havaianas, P&G Pampers, Johnson & Johnson, and Abbott.

Shopee 10.10 Brands Festival

The Shopee 10.10 Brands Festival will run from today until October 10, 2020. It will feature exciting promos like free shipping with ₱0 minimum spend, daily cash backs, and bigger discounts when shoppers use ShopeePay. Consumers will also get huge discounts up to 50% off on leading brands, win exciting prizes via in-app games and many more.

For more information on the Shopee 10.10 Brands Festival, please visit https://shopee.ph/m/10-10-1

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

Waive fees extended! Continue to enjoy FREE InstaPay and PESONet transactions with PSBank

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Philippine Savings Bank (PSBank), the consumer banking arm of the Metrobank Group, continues to extend waiving of fees for PesoNet and InstaPay transactions made via the PSBank Mobile App.

Effective until further notice, the extension aims to further encourage accountholders to maximize the use of digital payments in the new normal.

For more information, call our 24/7 Customer Experience Hotline at (632) 8845-8888, visit https://www.psbank.com.ph or https://www.facebook.com/psbankofficial/. 

 

 

Connected with internet at home, here's how to make the most out of your home WiFi

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With families usually sharing a single home broadband plan to have  internet connection  at home, there is a need to properly provide internet connection in every nook and cranny inside the house.  This enables members of the family to find their own personal corner to study, work, entertain, or simply surf with privacy.

 

Understanding the hindrances to good connectivity

 

To enjoy good home connectivity, first, we need to understand what hinders wireless signals. Some obstacles can easily be addressed but there are physical hindrances that are impractical to remove. Walls, especially those made of thick reinforced concrete and thick timber, can block or weaken wireless signals.  The same applies to houses with multiple storeys. The signal from a WiFi router placed on the first floor is unlikely to reach the higher floors because of the building materials used.

 

So how do you get the most out of your WiFi especially when everyone is simultaneously connected to the internet?  Here are some tips to improve your home internet experience.

 

1. Pick a good spot for your modem.   It should be placed in the part of the house where space is open and free of walls, bookshelves, cabinets and other installations. Routers should not be placed near a metal object or appliance that emits electromagnetic waves such as washing machines, TVs, electric razors, dishwashers and microwave ovens to mention a few.

 

2. Make sure that your Bluetooth, baby monitors, walkie-talkies and other two-way radios are turned off as they can interfere with WiFi signals and may result in your disconnection to the internet.

 

3. Remove WiFi vampires. An encrypted and protected password is very important to prevent unwelcome connections to your WiFi network.  

 

4. Control bandwidth-consuming apps. Remember it takes only one bandwidth hungry app to slow down your connection.  If using the internet for entertainment, download only from legitimate sources.  Practice #PlayItRight.

 

5. Reboot. Whenever there is a slowing down of connection try to reboot, unplug and replug your router.  Reboot at least once a month to ensure good connectivity.  Sometimes you may also need to reboot your laptop or smartphone if rebooting the router doesn't do the trick.

 

6. Get your provider to install mesh devices inside your home to eliminate WiFi dead spots and ensure internet connection for each family member's personal corner. Unlike WiFi repeaters and signal extenders, WiFi Mesh doesn’t split up your  internet connection’s bandwidth. Don’t give in to the allure of online shops offering boosters and extenders that sacrifice speed and quality for coverage.  Never install illegal repeaters or illegal signal boosters.  Get these only from your authorized network provider.

 

Globe’s TP-Link Deco M5 WiFi Mesh Devices can help widen home WiFi overage in more areas of your house. TP-Link WiFi Mesh technology creates a whole home WiFi network that offers seamless WiFi as your devices are passed on from each access point seamlessly. This allows roaming around the house with ease without disconnecting and reconnecting to the WiFi constantly.

 

It comes with an anti-virus software, ensuring that your connection is safe and secure. You can also set up parental controls on the TP-Link mesh to keep the kids safe on the internet.

 

For a limited period, new and existing customers who subscribe or upgrade  to Globe At Home Plan 2499 or up may avail of the TP-Link Deco M5 WiFi Mesh system with two units for free. This promo is available until October 31, 2020 only. Additional mesh devices can also be purchased for a monthly fee of P150 per unit for 24 months.

 

To avail of Globe At Home TP-Link Deco M5 WiFi Mesh and other Globe At Home postpaid plans, visit https://shop.globe.com.ph/tplink.

Register with PayMaya and earn P50 this 10.10 !

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10.10 is just around the corner and we know that you and many of your friends are already looking forward to getting the best deals online. As you add to cart, make sure that you pay with the safest and most convenient payment option out there, go with PayMaya. 

Just in time for 10.10, PayMaya is making it more rewarding to share the joys of going cashless for you and your family.

From now until tomorrow, we will get P50 each when you register to PayMaya using my referral code.

realme is top 2 smartphone brand in PH, celebrates with a price drop on midrange beast realme 6

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With barely two years of presence in the Philippine market, realme has already catapulted to the second spot of top smartphone brands in the country, the fastest growth speed in local smartphone history. To share the recent win and celebrate with its fans, realme Philippines is dropping the price of its beloved midrange beast realme 6.

realme Philippines impressed the industry with its record-breaking achievement of 97% Quarter-on-Quarter growth as reported in the Q2 2020 SEA study of Counterpoint Research, braving the challenges faced by the market today. Its commitment to bringing a new standard of experience through top-notch offerings across different product lines resulted in a strong presence in both online and offline markets. The fastest-growing smartphone brand in the Philippines also leveraged organic, direct and innovative communication with its target audience, listening to the needs of its customers intently to offer the fitting technology.

realme Philippines, as gratitude for its fans and customers’ strong support, is making the price of its 90Hz Helio G90 gaming smartphone realme 6 more affordable. The marked down realme 6, with a 4GB RAM + 128GB storage configuration, now retails for only Php 10,990, Php 1,000 less of its original price of Php 11,990. The price-drop blow-out starts on October 9 and can be availed in all realme stores nationwide and the realme Philippines official stores on Shopee and Lazada.

With the rising popularity of esports in the Philippines, realme aims to equip aspiring Filipino gamers with a smartphone capable of handling mobile gaming adventures. The realme 6 packs a 6.5-inch 90Hz Ultra Smooth Display, 4,300 mAh battery capacity with 30W flash charge, and a MediaTek Helio G90T processor; ensuring a smooth, lag-free and immersive gaming experience.

“We are extremely grateful for this achievement. The love and support we receive from our fans and customers fuel us to continue innovating the smartphone experience we offer to Filipinos. As we become more accessible in various channels, expect that we are going to bring a wider array of products that bring only the best experience,” shares VP for Marketing Austine Huang.

As an additional treat for realme fans, every realme 7 purchase in official realme concept stores and kiosks from October 10 to 11 comes with either a free realme band worth Php 1,390 or a free automatic umbrella worth Php 990. This promo can also be availed through Home Credit or major credit cards.

Fans can stay updated with realme Philippines’s latest sale announcements and exciting promos through its official Facebook and Instagram accounts.

 

Get up to 24% off on your favorite OPPO gadgets at Shopee’s 10.10 Big Brands Sale on October 10

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No carts will be left empty this October 10, as OPPO offers the most irresistible discounts at Shopee’s 10.10 Big Brands Sale! Everyone will enjoy up to 24% off on select OPPO smartphones, smart watches and earphones, as well as special flash sales throughout the day. 

For one day only, the best-selling OPPO products will be up for grabs, including A Series OPPO A92, A9 2020, A5 2020 (4GB), A52, A31, A12 (4GB), A12 (3GB), the latest OPPO Reno4, and the trendiest OPPO W6 Watch (Black), OPPO Enco W11 Bluetooth Headset (White), OPPO Enco M31 Wireless Bluetooth Earphones, and the OPPO Enco W31 True Wireless Earphones With Dual-Mic. 

Want more? OPPO is also offering free shipping for orders on selected OPPO smartphone models, as well as PHP300 voucher via the voucher code OPPOOFFER on Shopee with a minimum spend of PHP8,000. 

Start adding to cart and get ready to check out this weekend with OPPO’s amazing deals on Shopee’s 10.10 Big Brands Sale! 

For more updates and detailed promotion mechanics about the sale, visit OPPO Philippines’ official Facebook page via, facebook.com/OPPOPH/. 

Skyworth launches official store on LAZADA

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Skyworth, one of the world's leading television brands, is officially launching its official store on e-commerce platform LAZADA this October 2020.

 

“As the COVID pandemic persists, e-commerce will continue to play a big role in the lives of many Filipinos, especially since most will refrain from going outside,” said Martin Han, President of Skyworth Philippines. “This growth in e-commerce is what is driving our decision to launch at one of the main e-commerce platforms in the Philippines.”

Founded in 1988, Skyworth has always adhered to technology leadership and quality first. It is among the world’s market leaders for TVs and digital set-top boxes. In the past 30 years, Skyworth has applied for more than 8,000 patents, and completed more than 200 major scientific research tasks at the national, provincial, and municipal levels.

Beyond its e-commerce launch, Skyworth has nine new products set to launch this 2020. This includes a product range that spans from the simple smart 32-inch to the high end smart 55-inch TV—a frameless Ultra HD (4K) LED flat screen powered by an Android 10 operating system.

Filipino consumers can expect free shipping for Skyworth TVs for GMA and Luzon after the LAZADA launch. What’s more, Skyworth will begin offering more than TVs at the beginning of next year to including air conditioner and washing machines among others. “The goal is to make the new LAZADA store a Skyworth flagship store for all categories,” said Han.

The television brand will be hosting a live-streaming event on LAZADA on October 12, and then officially launch a 3-day campaign on the e-commerce platform beginning October 15. In those three days, Skyworth will be offering free shipping and vouchers to LAZADA buyers. Additionally, consumers can get up to 50% cash back for the 1st, 11th, 111th, 1111th orders placed on the Skyworth official store on LAZADA.

 

Visit the Skyworth official store on LAZADA here.

 

Discounts up to 42% await realme fans at Shopee 10.10 Brand Festival Sale! Get a chance to snag exclusive deals and discounts in select realme devices on October 10

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Online shoppers can expect to bag huge discounts of up to 42 percent from the Philippines’s top 2 smartphone brand realme at the Shopee 10.10 Brand Festival Sale on October 10. realme Philippines is discounting the price of select smartphones and Artificial Intelligence of Things (AIoT) devices.

The monthly repdigit sale event is a much-awaited online shopping date as big brands nationwide offer various promos, from discount vouchers and in-app games to the beloved free shipping promo.

With the school year officially commencing, realme Philippines is offering promos on devices that can aid students in acing their virtual classes and offline modules. Parents and students looking for tech partners for schooling can score up to 42 percent off on select realme AIoT devices and as much as 12 percent off on premium realme smartphones.

Make learning more fun

E-learners can now get a chance to enjoy online-schooling with the help of capable realme devices. Starting at 12 midnight on October 10, realme devices will be having slashed-off prices in successive Flash Sale periods. 

For those in search of smartphones with durable and massive battery power, the quad-camera king realme 5i can be availed for only Php 6,490.00, while the triple-camera all-around smartphone, realme C12, will be retailed for only Php 5,490.00, giving purchasers a Php 500 off on both superb devices.

On the other hand, aspiring content creators can get a chance to level-up their game with the realme 6 Pro priced at only Php 14,990.00 — a staggering Php 2000 discount.

Home-school must haves

To get the all-in-one smooth e-learning experience, students can top off their devices with exclusive realme AIoT accessories. The realme Buds Neo, whose price will be discounted by more than Php 500, is perfect for digital learning with its low-latency feature and strong battery capability. The realme Buds Neo can be availed for only Php 1,449.00. On the other hand, to equip devices with the juice they need to stay powered throughout the day, the realme Powerbank 2 will be offered with a 42 percent discount, bringing the price to only Php 690.00.

“realme Philippines provides cutting-edge technology that can enable the youth to pursue excellence in their fields of interest. By making our products available in channels like Shopee, we get to reach more young Filipinos who dream big. Enjoy the promos we have in store for you at the Shopee 10.10 Brand Festival,” shares VP for Marketing Austine Huang.

Purchasers can also enjoy amazing deals and discounts at Lazada 10.10’s Brand Mega Offer and Flash Sales. Score as much as Php 500 off on select realme smartphones and accessories.

For more announcements on the much-anticipated sale, stay tuned in the official Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram account of realme Philippines.

 

A Nayon for Healing

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Last October 2019, the Cabinet approved the development of the Nayong Pilipino Cultural Park and Creative Hub at the Entertainment City, New Seaside Road, in Parañaque, Metro Manila.  

The site is the property of the Nayong Pilipino Foundation (NPF), one identified with high cultural, historical, heritage and eco-tourism values because of its proximity to the Las Piñas–Parañaque Critical Habitat and Ecotourism Area (LPPCHEA). The NPF Cultural Park and Creative Hub was intended not only as a place to learn about our natural and cultural heritage but also a venue for promoting sustainable tourism. 

Under Presidential Decree No. 37, the NPF is mandated to promote, encourage, and initiate research and development projects and activities in social sciences and the humanities. NPF’s purpose, among others, is to establish parks and recreation centers for the promotion of sustainable tourism in the Philippines and generate opportunities for creating vibrant and empowered communities. Nayong Pilipino’s original mandate, through Presidential Decree No. 37, has always been the preservation of Filipino culture and heritage, yet it is little known that the mandate also includes implementing welfare programs for social improvement, upliftment, and amelioration. 

We also recognize that many Filipinos have been looking forward to its inevitable resurgence because the Nayong Pilipino was home to countless memories with Filipino families, friends, and visitors in our country. 

However, following the announcement of Republic Act 11469 Bayanihan to Heal as One Act, we must temporarily suspend the implementation of the project and direct all our efforts in averting the public health and economic crisis brought by the COVID-19 pandemic.  

NPF’s land in Entertainment City, Paranaque, has been delegated as the site of one of many new quarantine facilities to be raised in the following months, and the largest in Metro Manila. It was only this January when we announced the vision for the Cultural Park and Creative Hub, which is to be the home to permanent and temporary exhibitions, performances, multimedia content and other activities that would highlight various facets of the country’s cultural heritage.  

Parks and gardens have been considered as spaces of peace and healing, where we can be one with nature and its growth. In the midst of a metropolitan region, parks provide the benefits of nature to our physical, emotional, and mental health. The Nayong Pilipino Foundation Cultural Park and Creative Hub, while initially planned and designed for a different purpose, will therefore still remain true to its mandate by providing a place of healing for the people and the preservation of our heritage. A nation’s heritage includes its people.  As the world continues to battle this pandemic and transmission in the Philippines is still rising, our priority is to ensure the health of our citizens. We have to work together to make sure that everyone has access to testing and treatment, so that we can finally control the contagion that has ravaged our economy for months. 

One day, the future NPF Cultural Park shall be a heritage space for the benefit of the public. We shall stroll along paths in our urban forest and pocket gardens, learn about Philippine flora, and watch children run free in open spaces. A library shall be built as a repository of knowledge products free and open to the public. We shall share meaningful conversations about our future museum with a permanent collection of ethnographic objects. The NPF Cultural Park shall also be a venue for training future cultural leaders. It shall be a place that enshrines inclusivity, creativity, collaboration, and innovation.

When this is all over, we can look forward to a Nayong Pilipino as we had envisioned it: a world-class tour ism hub and a platform for reimagining the nation. That reimagining begins here, as we become the nation that overcomes these great challenges through our uniquely Filipino spirit of Bayanihan.  

Our Nayong Pilipino shall be a Nayon for all.  

Thank you and Mabuhay!

Visit www.nayongpilipino.gov.ph.

ING celebrates 30th anniversary with cash gift for all customers

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In celebration of its 30th anniversary in the country, ING Philippines announced a one-time cash gift for its customers this October. 

All ING Save account holders will receive a one-time cash gift that is equivalent to 30% of their net interest earned in the month of October 2020. The Dutch-based financial institution said this is their way of celebrating their pearl anniversary and thanking customers for trusting ING Bank when it launched the first all-digital bank in the Philippines in 2018.

“Filipinos have a strong culture of gifting. Combining that with our 30-year presence in the Philippines, we believe that this cash gift is a simple but meaningful gesture from ING to thank all our clients and customers who have supported us through the years,” ING Philippines country manager Hans Sicat said. 

Sicat added that “The pandemic has certainly made us rethink and adjust our anniversary celebration plans. This is the first of several initiatives we have to celebrate our milestone. We are glad to be able to bring this to our growing retail customer base within a short period time.”

The cash gift works hand-in-hand with the high interest rate of 4% per annum (p.a.) that ING offers on its savings account. Announced last month, all existing ING Save customers before September 1, 2020 can still enjoy 4% interest rate p.a. until December 31, 2020 on their new deposits. New customers from September 1 to December 31, 2020 also get to enjoy 4% interest rate p.a. on all their savings for their first four months.