B. Braun Avitum brings Christmas smiles to Bahay Ni San Jose orphans

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B. Braun Avitum Philippines, the country’s leading renal care provider and dialysis center, fulfilled once again its pledge to bring holiday cheer to the orphaned children of the Bahay Ni San Jose Orphanage and its affiliates, the Bethany House Sto. Niňo Orphanage and the St. Joseph Home for Special Children.

Now on its 12th year, the annual B. Braun for Children campaign this time benefited a total 118 children in the care of the orphanage network administered by the Dominican Sisters of St. Joseph. The sisters’ wards have either been neglected, abandoned, or orphaned at a young age. Some have special needs.

 

The charity is run in partnership with the Make-A-Wish Foundation Philippines, whose goal it is to help grant the wishes of children afflicted with a critical illness.

B. Braun raises its funds from the generous participation of its employees, who buy and adopt B. Braun Bears under the B. Braun Bears Program.

 

Apart from gifting hundreds of the specially-produced bears that carry the “B. Braun Cares” and the Make-A-Wish Foundation logo, the B. Braun volunteers brought care packages of food and canned goods, and also participated in some holiday activities, such as dance numbers, with the children.

 

“We would like to thank the B.Braun family, for your unceasing support to the needs of our children. Thank you for sharing your blessings with us especially during this time of COVID19 Pandemic.  A joyful thanksgiving for your benevolence and generosity.  Your visit made a great impact to the children especially your joyful presence,” said Sr. Ella Ann Bernardo, OP of Bahay Ni San Jose.

 

“You made their Christmas especial!  Thank you for extending not just material things but also love and care.  Though there were physical distancing and protocols it doesn’t hinder to celebrate the true essence Christmas. May the Lord reward you hundredfold. Thank you again for your thoughtful gifts to the staff and the Children of Bahay Ni San Jose. God bless you!”

 

In addition the Christmas campaign, part of the funds were allocated to the dialysis treatment of indigent patients treated at B. Braun Dialysis Centers in the Philippines. The subsidies could not have come at a better time, in light of financial difficulties many are facing due to the pandemic.

 

The charities fall under B. Braun Cares, the medical company’s umbrella CSR (corporate social responsibility) program.

 

“Just witnessing the smiles on the children’s faces as they received the B. Braun Bears for Christmas was a touching moment for us,” said B. Braun Avitum Philippines, Inc. Managing Director Eduardo Rodriguez. “Bringing joy into their hearts is certainly one of the best ways to end an eventful year for B. Braun Avitum Philippines.”

 

LOVE CONQUERS ALL : Take Your Loved One on a Lavish Valentine’s Date at Century Park Hotel

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True love knows no boundaries. These unusual times have put everyone to a test but this coming Valentine’s Day, it is time to spark and celebrate that feeling once again. All those sweet and endearing moments have a place at Century Park Hotel in this new normal as we set up special dates that will fill both your hearts and tummies.

 

Get in the mood for love with our Eat-All-You-Can Valentine’s Day Lunch & Dinner at P1,995 net per person. Included among this gustatory offering are: roasted rib eye steak, your seafood favorites, and a wide selection of main dishes, appetizers and desserts. Your special date will get even lovelier with our Unlimited Wine for only P999 net per head. Enjoy all these and more for a limited time at the Café in the Park from February 13 (Dinner 6PM-10PM) to February 14, 2021 (Lunch 11AM-2PM & Dinner 6PM-10PM). 

 

With all the stringent health and safety measures in place all over the hotel, you can relish every second of yet the most wonderful rendezvous with your loved one this year.

MR.DIY Philippines celebrates 100th store milestone with a purpose

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MR.D.I.Y., one of the largest home improvement retailers in Asia opened its 100th store in the Philippines at SM Hypermarket Novaliches, Quezon City. The celebration kicked-off with the store blessing and ribbon cutting attended by MR.D.I.Y. Philippines and SM Hypermarket executives. 

From L-R: SM Hypermarket Manager Mr. Mark Pineda, AVP for Leasing – Ms. Shiela Salamanca, AVP for Operations Mr. Stanford Chua, MR. D.I.Y. Philippines Head of Business Development – Mr. Ferdinand Gasis, MR. D.I.Y. Philippines Chief Operating Officer – Ms. Roselle Marisol Andaya, SM Hypermarket President – Mr. Arnold Daluz, SM Hypermarket Regional Operations Manager Ms. Imee Lima and MR. D.I.Y. Philippines Retail Management Team Area Manager Mr. Mark Muhaymin

Wine toasting of the top executives of MR.D.I.Y. Philippines and SM Hypermarket Group

Trailblazer in Philippine Retail Industry

In just a matter of two (2) years from the time MR. D.I.Y. opened its first store in the country, this retailer has managed to grow and expand to 100 stores nationwide.  This, despite the current challenges brought about by the pandemic.  

Celebrating with a Purpose

As the country tries to rise above the economic, health and safety challenges brought about by the pandemic, MR.D.I.Y. celebrated its milestone – 100 stores in the Philippines, with a purpose. The brand extended its celebration not only within the organization but more so with its valued customers and the community. 

The month-long celebration started with a consumer promotion: Spend & Win iPhone 12 Pro contest. Three winners of the brand-new iPhone 12 Pro (128 GB) and 10 consolation winners of MR.D.I.Y. cash vouchers were announced last January 14, 2021. The promotion was done to express MR D.I.Y.’s gratitude to all its loyal customers. 

A virtual press launch was held last January 29. In the keynote presentation, Ms. Roselle Marisol Andaya, MR.D.I.Y. Philippines Chief Operating Officer (COO) said that “from the time we opened our first store barely two and half years ago, we have achieved countless milestones, all of which we are very proud of.  From opening stores in various locations to providing thousands of jobs, from offering Filipino families practical and essential products to caring for the environment, we have pushed ourselves to go beyond our limits. And today is a celebration of this.”

During the live streaming event last January 30, Ms. Roselle emphasized the main reason for the celebration.  She expressed her gratitude as she shared these words “Thank you to our valued customers. You have been our inspiration and reason to continue to strive to become the largest life and home improvement store here in the country as well as in Asia.  We have achieved so much because we have all of you with us.  If not for all of you, we would not be here.” 

 

Ms. Roselle Marisol Andaya, Chief Operating Officer – MR. D.I.Y. Philippines

Giving Back to the Community

In partnership with ABS CBN Foundation Inc. Bantay Kalikasan for the benefit of La Mesa Watershed and Ecopark, MR.D.I.Y. launched The Good Bag campaign, a sustainability program for the environment, where reusable eco-bags were sold in all of its stores and the sales proceeds amounting to Php375,074 was turned over to the foundation last January 8, 2021. Additionally, the company adopted 100 trees planted in the La Mesa Watershed. 

ABS-CBN Foundation Inc. Bantay Kalikasan Officer-in-charge and Operations Head Ms. Sarah Agcaoili and Operations Manager Mr. Mar Zeri Ramirez and MR. D.I.Y. Philippines COO Ms. Roselle Andaya and Marketing Manager Mr. Mark Charles Salecina

Prior to this, the company gifted frontliners such as teachers, nurses and security officers with MR. D.I.Y. packages to help them and their families celebrate the holidays.  These brave and selfless frontliners also inspired the Christmas web film launched last December.  

All these initiatives including the virtual store tour of the 100th store was encapsulated in the live streaming celebration last January 30 and ended with an exciting online raffle for all the online viewers.  

Visit MR.D.I.Y. official Facebook at @mrdiyPH to watch the recorded live streaming  and corporate website at www.mrdiy.com/ph for more upcoming celebrations and promotions.

How 5G technology could help one’s everyday life

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Globe’s nationwide rollout of 5G technology is set to impact Filipinos’ lives in more ways than one.  This next-generation network is causing a ripple of developments that can help consumers keep in step with today’s fast-paced life.

Much like how the MIT Technology Review once described 5G as a “technological paradigm shift, similar to the shift from typewriter to computer,” Globe will help usher in a new era of connectivity that will help Filipinos discover and enjoy new ways to connect, watch, play and so much more.

Globe 5G is up to 20x faster than LTE, with fiber-fast speeds of up to 100 Mbps. It has an almost real-time latency allowing faster response time needed for new technologies.

"With 5G technology, our customers are given more ways to elevate their mobile and data experiences. 5G will be the next step in helping Filipinos cope with the challenges of the new normal,” said Coco Domingo, Globe VP for Postpaid and International Business.

Here are some exciting examples of how 5G can help consumers with their daily lives.

Seamless Video Calls

5G technology is all about speed.  This means conference calls with no lag, crystal-clear audio and sharp video resolution. So whether a friend, family member or colleague is just right around the block or in another continent, 5G technology will let consumers connect with them clearly, so they can say goodbye to glitch catch-ups or conference calls.

Next-level Gaming

Mobile gaming already has a huge global market and in the Philippines, mobile is the gaming platform of choice for most Filipinos. Seventy-four percent of Filipinos online play games on mobile. Gamers will be thrilled to find out that 5G can take their experience to new heights, with better-looking graphics and lightning-fast, stable connections that would allow multiplayer games to be played seamlessly on mobile devices. 5G will also complement games played in newer forms such as Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality technology.

High-quality Streaming

Streaming services have become a very popular mode of entertainment in the Philippines. And in today’s landscape where the health crisis has shut down most cinemas because of the pandemic, staying at home and binge-watching movies and TV series on Netflix and Amazon Prime, for example, is the next best thing. And as streaming services take hold of the entertainment space, so does the demand for high-quality online streaming and Globe’s 5G services provide just that. With the improved bandwidth and faster service, customers can have access to a stable connection that makes sure that their viewing experience is not hampered by sudden glitches and untimely buffering. So they can just sit back, relax, and enjoy the show.

Self-driving cars, robotics

5G technology will be able to bring the Internet of Things (IoT) into the way we travel like having self-driving cars in the next few years.  5G will usher in a new era in robotics as the technology brings more convenience in everyday living. 

Globe continues to be at the forefront of the mobile revolution. Apart from being the very first telecommunications company to launch 5G for broadband in Southeast Asia back in 2019, it also introduced the first 5G service for mobile and the first 5G device in the country last year.

Globe has not rested on its laurels.  The company continues to upgrade its infrastructure to boost the connectivity and mobile experience of consumers as 5G technology becomes available in various areas around the country.

Globe’s network upgrades and expansion are also in support of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, in particular, UN SDG No. 9, which underscores the importance of infrastructure and innovation as significant drivers of economic growth and development. Globe has pledged to advocate the 10 United Nations Global Compact principles and 10 UN SDGs.

For more information visit www.globe.com.ph.

Keep Your House In Perfect Order With With These Upgraded Home Appliances from Samsung

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With more time spent inside the home nowadays, maintaining clean and orderly home spaces have become important. Most everyday activities are now done indoors, such as exercising and working. Having piles  of dirty clothes or a cluttered kitchen while on work or play can be distracting. 

Additionally, hectic work-from-home schedules usually take time away from doing chores. By upgrading to more useful and trusted home appliances, however, maintaining cleanliness can be done efficiently. Achieve a house in perfect order with a few changes featuring some innovative appliances from Samsung Digital Appliances.

Cook in a kitchen equipped with the right refrigerator

In the kitchen, the refrigerator usually gets messy and cramped. With leftovers and stocked food stacking up inside as weeks pass, a bigger and a more organized space is definitely needed.

The French Door Refrigerator features a Food Showcase Door, which is “a fridge within a fridge” that allows for food to be organized efficiently. This feature also lets family members quickly find their favorite  food, drinks, or sauces. 

And with its FlexZone feature, different food and drinks are stored at their optimal temperature, keeping them fresh and tasty longer. Its four pre-set temperature settings for fridge, chilling, soft freeze, and freezing, are ideal for preserving meat and fish, storing deli foods, chilling wine, and cooling beverages.

Relax in a cozy bedroom by routinely tidying up

Keeping the house in perfect order also includes the bedroom, where others spend most of their time. Having a cozy and tidy bedroom where people can lounge and sleep is very important.

To achieve this, one can routinely clean the room and allot a day to organize clutter that has accumulated throughout the week, to change sheets, or just to generally clean the room. It’s very easy to feel relaxed in a bedroom that feels cozy and comfortable. When a routine is in motion, this should be no problem.

Get thoroughly cleaned clothes using an efficient  washing machine

Each family member has clothes with different fabrics and colors that need to be cleaned in different ways at home, which makes laundry day a bit of a heavy chore.

With Samsung’s Washer Dryer Combo, the work will definitely be a lot lighter. Its AirWash  technology deodorizes and sanitizes not only clothes but also linens, so they always smell fresh. Using just super-hot air, unpleasant odors, bacteria, and allergens are removed without boiling or using chemicals, making it great at intensive stain removal.

On the other hand, its Bubble Soak technology thoroughly soaks clothes in bubbles, so even a variety of stubborn stains are loosened and removed effectively.

Perfectly sanitized and cleaned clothes will definitely add to the whole order of a home.

Little upgrades, such as getting a routine in place, are equally important as investing in trusty new appliances; these will surely keep a house in perfect order. As more and more time is spent at home, a change here and there will create significant differences.

With Samsung Home Upgrade Deals, enjoy a safer and healthier space for the year ahead with up to 25% on selected appliances. Promo runs until March 31, 2021. Visit SamsungPH on Facebook and samsung.com/ph/offer/offline/2021/home-upgrade-sale to know more about this promo and other participating products.