Partnership GCash and J. CO Donuts gives you more Ber Month Surprise!

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For GCash users,  rejoice! Make this coming payday, extra sweet with this incredible treat!

This October 15,  at J.  CO. Donuts as GCash QR partner, your favorite Alcapone can be purchased with just your smartphone.  And more surprise,  just scan to pay using GCash QR on October 15 and 16 and get 2 dozen donuts for only Php 500 ( from the original Php 650)!

Purchase 2 pre-packed dozen donuts for only Php 500 when you use GCash Scan to Pay.

But wait, there's more! For new GCash users, register using the code JCODONUT and get Php 100! *Receive within 3 to 5 days 

Term & Conditions:

1. Enjoy P150 discount when you buy 2 pre-packed dozen donuts for only P500 with GCash QR.

2. Promo is valid only in a single transaction, once per mobile number per device per person per day, regardless of the branch it was availed.

3. The 2 dozen donuts is composed of 1 dozen of Alcapone donuts and another dozen of pre-assorted donuts which includes

1 Blueberry More, 1 White Desert, 1 Jacky Chunk, 1 Strawberry Choco Caviar, 1 Copa Banana, 1 Avocado di Caprio, 1 Choco Caviar, 1 Katy Berry, 1 Coco Loco, 1 Meisisipi and 2 Oreology donuts.

4. Promo is valid only on October 15 and 16, 2018, from 10am to 6pm only.

5. Available in all JCO branches accepting GCash QR payments nationwide.

6. Open to all existing and new GCash App users. 

7. Only GCash Scan to Pay transactions are eligible for this promotion; customer has to pay the full amount to the merchant. 

8. Discount will be given immediately by the JCO frontliner upon payment via GCash QR.

9. This promotion cannot be used in conjunction with any other GCash QR cashback promotions, as well as any other JCO promotions.

10. This promo is valid for dine-in and take-out transaction only. Any advanced orders or bulk orders placed in the store or via online delivery serviceson the days of the promo will not be allowed.

11. The promo cannot be exchanged for other items or discounts and cannot be used in conjunction with other promos. In the purchase of goods and services which are on promotional discount, the senior citizen can avail of the promotional discount or the discount provided under the Expanded Senior Citizens Act of 2010, whichever is higher.

Per DTI-FTEB No. 19007 Series of 2018

#RoamWithSmart! Enjoy awesome travel deals and data roaming perks at the first ever Smart Travel Sale Fair on Oct. 12 to 14

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Plans for travel? Enjoy travel deals and data roaming perks at the first ever Smart Travel Sale Fair! 

On a hunt for the best travel deals? Mark your calendar as Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) holds the first ever Smart Travel Sale Fair at the World Trade Center in Pasay City on Oct. 12 to 14, 2018. 

A huge travel extravaganza, the Smart Travel Sale Fair brings together major airlines and over 100 agencies and booking partners to offer exciting deals perfect for your holiday getaways and bucket list destinations. 

Kat Luna-Abelarde, FVP and Group Head of International Roaming and & Carrier Business for PLDT and Smart, and (right) Alice Ramos, VP and Department Head of International Roaming & Carrier Business for Smart, during the Smart Travel Fair Press Conference

Groundbreaking pre-booking feature for data roaming packages 

At the event, Smart is set to introduce its groundbreaking pre-booking feature for data roaming packages - a first in the country. This unique feature will allow customers to conveniently buy their data roaming services ahead of their trip, so they won't have to worry about staying connect online while traveling and exploring the world. 

As a big treat, customers pre-booking at Smart's themed booth at the event will get 50 percent discount on Smart’s data roaming products. All Smart customers can also enjoy 50 percent discount on the Php100 entrance fee by simply presenting a special text message from Smart before paying at the ticket counters. 

Alice Ramos, VP and Department Head of International Roaming & Carrier Business for Smart

Celebrating Filipinos' passion for traveling 

“The first ever Smart Travel Sale Fair is a huge celebration of the Filipinos’ growing passion for exploring the world and sharing all these memorable travel experiences with loved ones,” said Kat Luna-Abelarde, FVP and Group Head of International Roaming & Carrier Business for PLDT and Smart. 

“That’s why aside from giving the best airline promos and hotel discounts, the Smart World Travel Sale Fair also offers 50 percent discount on new and improved Smart data roaming products so you can enjoy a more convenient and worry-free getaways in over 153 destinations,” she added. 

When you roam with Smart, you have all the travel information you need at your fingertips. You can also hail a cab using an app, book flights and hotels on the go, track your trip or map out your destinations, translate foreign words in a snap, and, most importantly, share all your travel experiences with loved ones in real time on Facebook, Instagram, and Snapchat and via top messaging apps. 

One-stop portal for worry-free data roaming 

Smart customers can easily purchase and monitor their data roaming activities while traveling with Smart’s Data Roaming Manager, a one-stop portal that features all available data roaming products as well as keeps track of data roaming usage while on the go. 

The Data Roaming Manager is accessible to all Smart customers traveling in over 153 countries. Just follow these 4 easy steps when outside the country: 

• TURN OFF WIFI on your smartphone 
• TURN ON DATA ROAMING and MOBILE DATA 
• Open your smartphone's web browser and go to roam.smart.com.ph 
• Select the Data Roaming Package that’s right for you and CLICK “SUBSCRIBE”. 

With just a simple click, the portal allows you to conveniently subscribe to Smart’s suite of new and improved data roaming products – from the data-packed GigaRoam, which offers 1GB data roaming valid for 5 days for as low as Php999, to the no-frills Roam Lite, which offers light web surfing and social media apps access valid for 24 hours for as low as Php150. Data packs are also available for social media use and browsing, starting at P150, valid for 24 hours. 

To find out how you can catch exciting deals at the Smart Travel Sale Fair, check out Smart’s official Facebook, Twitter and Instagram pages for updates. 

You can also follow #RoamWithSmart for updates and visit smart.com.ph/Roaming or more details on how to make the most of Smart’s data roaming offers. 

PLDT Home Fibr presents “Kitang Dalawa” Multi-awarded thespians Franco and Ayen Laurel to mark first ever concert on Oct.11

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Expect to be mesmerized as two of the country’s renowned thespians and real-life couple Franco and Ayen Laurel are staging their first ever concert together, KITANG DALAWA, at the Cultural Center of the Philippines’ Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino on October 11, 2018. 

The concert, which covers a wide range of musical genres from Broadway, Original Pilipino musicals, Pop, Jazz to Gospel and Kundiman, is co-presented by PLDT Home Fibr, the country’s most powerful broadband, in line with its push to bring world-class acts into the spotlight. 

Joining them in the concert are their children Mariella Laurel, Hasan and Angia Laurel with the special participation of Whiplash, Joni Galeste and Jourdan Bartolome. 

KITANG DALAWA is written and directed by Floy Quintos, musical direction by Von De Guzman, lighting design by Monino Duque, choreography by Cecile Martinez and PJ Rebullida, Set Design by Mitoy Sta. Ana, Costume Design by Rajo Laurel for House of Laurel, JC Buendia, Jojie Lloren, M Barretto and Jaz Cerezo. 

For tickets, call 832-3704 or 891-9999 or visit www.ticketworld.com.ph and www.culturalcenter.gov.ph.

MEGA Sardines kicks off its #MegaGandaAngBuhay campaign with ‘Tipidity’

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Peek into the pantry of any Filipino home and you will find a can of sardines—the all-time favorite mealtime fare of Filipino families.

Need a hearty breakfast to start off your day? Pop a can of sardines. Paired with sinangag or bread, made into an omelette, sautéed with your favorite veggies, or simply eaten straight from the can, sardines are so versatile and easy to prep that no kitchen should ever be without it.

Because sardines are a staple at mealtimes, it is witness to the happy chatter and precious bonding moments shared by Filipino families at the dining table. 

“Tipidity” follows the story of a young newlywed couple played by Karl Medina and Kia Del Rosario who are suddenly overwhelmed by the financial responsibilities that they need to hurdle. 

This priceless custom is what comes to mind as MEGA Sardines, the Number 1 sardines brand in the Philippines, officially launches its new digital campaign and promise of #MegaGandaAngBuhay, a world play on “May iga-ganda ang buhay.” Through a troika of compelling and relatable short films, the campaign aims to present heartwarming everyday slice-of-life narratives that every Filipino can relate to.

Kia Del Rosario breathes life into a fun, quirky, and very relatable character in MEGA Sardines’ “Tipidity.” 

For instance, in its debut short film titled “Tipidity,” MEGA Sardines tells the story of young newlyweds (played by Karl Medina and Kia Del Rosario) who, accustomed as they are to their easygoing lifestyle, are suddenly overwhelmed by the financial responsibilities that couples need to hurdle.

While enjoying delicious and affordable MEGA Sardines, the newlyweds realize that they need to watch their daily expenditures to make ends meet.

Director and public relations specialist Chris Cahilig, who is the director behind a slew of viral, award-winning short films for various brands, notes that “Tipidity” and the rest of the #MegaGandaAngBuhay shorts hit close to home as they “cast a new light on timeless Filipino themes and values through humor, sentiments, or a perfect blend of both.”

“Tipidity” and the rest of the #MegaGandaAngBuhay shorts aim to present everyday slice-of-life narratives that Filipino families can relate to. PHOTO 5: Through compelling acting and narrative, “Tipidity” casts a new light on timeless Filipino themes and values through humor, sentiments, or a mix of both.

“MegaGanda Ang Buhay imparts a message of optimism, passion, and resilience as it narrates the story of the ordinary Filipino in a contemporary and extraordinary way,” Cahilig points out. “Tipidity is all about having a positive mindset—one that assures us that even when the present times call for practicality, we can live an easy, comfortable, and good-quality life through simple and doable means.

“Through Tipidity and the rest of the MegaGanda Ang Buhay videos, we would like to show that MEGA has always been the Filipino consumers’ go-to brand of sardines, especially in the most sensitive phases and transitions in their lives.” 

Aside from “Tipidity,” MEGA Sardines is set to launch two more inspiring short films—“Adulting” and “First Day”—under its #MegaGandaAngBuhay campaign during the final quarter of the year. The videos can be viewed on MEGA Sardines’ official Facebook page.

“Tipidity” was made possible by Tiu Lim Foundation (executive producer), Rommel Sales (cinematography), Yuji Gonzales (screenplay), Alec Figuracion (offline editor), Kenneth Amparo (online editor), Melai Entuna (line producer), Clark Lopez (assistant director), Kat Salinas (sound design), Richard Gonzales (scoring), Yani Bautista (production manager), and Johanna Evangelista (production coordinator). “Tipidity” was shot at Amaia Skies Sta. Mesa.

Manufactured by Mega Global Corporation, MEGA Sardines offers the freshest and most delicious sardines packed within 12 hours from catching to canning. It is available in easy-to-open cans and pouch formats for convenience.

 MEGA Sardines is available in supermarkets nationwide, with a wide array of variants like MEGA Sardines in Tomato Sauce, Tomato Sauce with Chili, Spanish-Style, Natural Oil; MEGA Extra Hot Sardines; MEGA Fried Sardines Tausi and MEGA Fried Sardines Hot and Spicy.

For more information about MEGA Sardines and its #MegaGandaAngBuhay campaign, visit www.megaglobal.com.ph or www.facebook.com/officialmegasardines

Inspiring Minds with the Gift of Literacy : MoneyGram Foundation, The Asia Foundation and Robin Padilla launch Library on Wheels

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The MoneyGram Foundation awarded a new grant worth more than $50,000 to the Asia Foundation in the Philippines as it announced during an event.  MoneyGram Ambassador Robin Padilla leading the launching of Library on Wheels held at the Aurora Quezon Elementary School in San Andres, Manila, on Tuesday, October 9, 2018. 

The grant will provide 50,000 new books and 20 “MoneyGram Library on Wheels” to 100 schools in the Philippines over two years. The books, valued at $1.5 million, will directly benefit more than 500,000 students and teachers across underserved and rural Filipino communities.Over the next two years, four major events will be held at five schools without traditional libraries.

Education is the foundation of a generation's future. Representatives from both organizations spoke about the importance of literacy and education.

“The MoneyGram Foundation is committed to providing equal education to every child, especially those in underserved communities. By supporting the Asia Foundation’s mission to provide access to books and libraries across the Philippines, we are standing behind the idea that equal learning opportunities should be available for all, “ said Joann Chatfield, Chief Marketing Officer at MoneyGram.

Celebrity, actor, producer and advocate, MoneyGram ambassador Robin Padilla always support to this endeavor of promoting literacy to the country.

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Programs aimed at boosting literacy and providing students with access to books have proven to have positive outcomes in the quality of education. Through the mobile “MoneyGram Gift Carts” and books, the Asia Foundation will be able to reach far flung communities that wouldn’t have access to learning resources.

“The Asia Foundation has provided books to the Philippines since 1954 and continues to believe in the power of literacy to positively impact lives, both now and in the future. The Asia Foundation is grateful to the MoneyGram Foundation for its support in helping communities across the Philippines,” said Deputy Country Representative Ethan Geary.

Visit MoneyGram Philippines website and on https://www.facebook.com/moneygram/.