Independence Day Message of Deputy Speaker Loren Legarda

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Independence Day Message of  three-term Senator, now Deputy Speaker Loren Legarda in the 123rd year celebration of the country’s independence, 

 

Mensahe ni Deputy Speaker Loren Legarda

Araw ng Kalayaan

June 12, 2021

Sa ika-isandaan at dalawampu’t tatlong pagdiriwang natin ng kalayaan bilang bansa, ang hangad natin ay makamtan din ng bawat Pilipino ang kalayaan sa kahirapan na siyang gumagapos sa marami nating kababayan.

Matagumpay man nating nabawi ang ating Kalayaan sa pang-aapi ng puwersang kolonyal, hindi natin maipagkakaila na may mga kapwa tayong Pilipino na patuloy na nagdurusa sa kahirapan na siyang pumipigil sa kanilang pag-unlad at pamumuhay nang maginhawa.

Ang isang tunay na malayang bansa ay isang bansa kung saan ang mga tao ay nakakapamuhay ng kontento at hindi nakakaranas ng pagdurusa, kung saan ang bawat isa ay nakaka-benepisyo sa pangunahing mga programa at serbisyong sosyo-ekonomiko, at kung saan kasamang umuunlad ng mga komunidad ang mga taong naniniharan dito.

Ang kasalukuyang pandemya at sunod-sunod na pananalasa ng mga sakuna ay naging dagdag-hamon sa bawat Pilipino. May mga kababayan tayong nawalan ng trabaho at kabuhayan na siyang tanging pinagkukunan ng kita para maitaguyod ang pangangailangan ng pamilya. May mga kababayan tayong halos isang beses sa isang araw nalamang kumakain at kung minsan nga ay wala ng makain dahil sa kawalan ng panggastos. May mga kabataang natigil sa pag-aaral dahil sa kawalan ng sapat na kagamitan para maipagpatuloy ito. May ibang namamatay na lang nang hindi man lang nakakapagpagamot.

Huwag na sana nating hayaang patuloy na magdusa ang ating mga kababayan. Huwag na nating hayaang madagdagan ang mga kumakalam na sikmura, mga pangarap na hindi naabot at ang bilang ng mga nasawi ng dahil sa hirap ng buhay. Isang hamon din sa pamahalaan na mabigyan ang mga mamamayan ng mas maraming oportunidad sa trabaho, pantay na pagkakataon upang magkaroon ng kalidad na edukasyon, serbisyong pangkalusugan, trabaho at pangkabuhayan, at ligtas na pamumuhay laban sa kalamidad bilang mahahalagang hakbang tungo sa matagumpay na pagsugpo sa kahirapan sa bansa.

Ngayong Araw ng Kalayaan, sama-sama nating ipaglaban din ang karapatan ng bawat Pilipino na magkaroon ng maayos at maginhawang buhay. Kasabay ng patuloy nating pakikipaglaban sa kasalukuyang pandemya, patuloy din nating isulong ang kalayaan ng bawat Pilipino sa kahirapan at bigyan sila ng pag-asang makamit ang buhay na kanilang inaasam.

Sa muli, isang Maligayang Araw ng Kalayaan sa ating lahat.

Challenge Your Boundaries at the PUBG MOBILE PHILIPPINE CUP, Powered by XIAOMI’S REDMI NOTE 10 5G

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Winner Winner Chicken Dinner! PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds or PUBG players can put their skills to the test as Xiaomi Philippines partners with PUBG to host this year’s PUBG Mobile Philippine Cup.

Get the chance to win exciting cash prizes and your own Redmi Note 10 5G at this nationwide online tournament that brings together Xiaomi and PUBG fans. A massive 128 teams will battle it out during the qualifiers, which will begin on June 26 to July 4, with 32 squads joining the Group Stage on July 10 – 11 and a final 8 advancing to the Grand Finals on July 24 to 25, 2021.

The winning squad takes home PHP 50,000 and Redmi Note 5G for each team member, 2nd Place wins PHP 25,000 and, 3rd Place takes home PHP 15,000, and 4th Place will be awarded with PHP 10,000.

The tournament is open to players who reside in the Philippines, aged 18 years and above. A full squad of 5 players with an optional substitute must be provided. Registration is ongoing until June 18, 2021 via this link. The full tournament mechanics may be read here.

The original Battle Royale mobile game, PUBG Mobile or PLAYERUNKNOWN’S BATTLEGROUNDS blends nail-biting last man standing gameplay with the exploration and scavenging elements of a survival game. A hundred players will land on the map, scavenging survival supplies while eliminating opponents as the safe zone begins to shrink. The visual quality, varied maps and shooting experience all contribute to a thrilling adventure as players battle to be the last team left standing.

Battle at Your Best with the Redmi Note 10 5G

Play your best game with the Redmi Note 10 5G, Xiaomi’s latest 5G ready mid-range smartphone and the official smartphone partner of the PUBG Mobile Philippine Cup.

Sporting the powerful MediaTek Dimensity 700 5G chipset, Redmi Note 10 5G is ready to challenge the boundaries of gaming performance with flagship level processing at affordable prices. Its 7nm processing technology and integrated modem offer higher performance with lower power consumption so players can enjoy prolonged use of their device without worrying about power drain. With support for 5G dual SIM, Redmi Note 10 5G is a productivity beast.

Redmi Note 10 5G also features a captivating 90Hz 6.5” AdaptiveSync DotDisplay that is capable of adjusting to content automatically – from streaming video at 30Hz or 60Hz to scrolling social media feeds. Gaming goes all the way up to 90Hz, giving you a smooth experience so you can play without fear of lag or stutter and also ensuring optimum battery usage. Meanwhile. the FHD+ DotDisplay gives you crisp images that captures amazing details for an immersive gaming experience and with a massive 5,000mAh (typ) battery with 18W fast charging, the Redmi Note 10 5G is equipped to stay powered up throughout the day even with hours of gaming.

On the camera front, Redmi Note 10 5G also comes with a rock-solid camera system with 48MP main camera, 2MP macro camera and 2MP depth sensor.

Redmi Note 10 5G in the Philippines comes in two variants – 4GB+128GB, and 8GB+128GB and retails at PHP 9,990 and PHP 11,490 respectively. It is available on Lazada, Shopee and Authorized Mi Stores and official retailers nationwide.

For more information on the PUBG Mobile Philippine Cup, please stay tuned to Xiaomi’s official Facebook page.

Experience music you can see with OPPO Enco Buds and OPPO Enco Air Now Available in the Philippines starting at PHP1,699

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 More reasons to enjoy music with the latest True Wireless Earphones for every Filipino audiophile

 

MANILA, PHILIPPINES, JUNE 2021 – Leading global smart device brand OPPO introduces the latest smart devices with the True Wireless Earphones OPPO Enco Buds and OPPO Enco Air, perfect for music lovers and busy bees who are always on call and on the go.

Both OPPO Enco Buds and OPPO Enco Air are exclusively available in the country starting June 6 via OPPO’s official flagship stores in Shopee and Lazada for only PHP1,699 and PHP2,999 respectively. OPPO Enco Air will be available in select OPPO Brand Stores nationwide starting June 9, while OPPO Enco Buds will be up for purchase starting June 13.

“OPPO ceaselessly innovates in the audio space, offering superior quality sound and smarter connectivity. The OPPO Enco Buds and OPPO Enco Air were crafted with the highest standards to ensure that Filipinos can ultimately enjoy uncompromised sound quality with enhanced latency,” Zen Han, Vice President for National Sales of OPPO Philippines.

All-Day Music, Non-Stop with OPPO Enco Buds

OPPO Enco Buds give you all-day music enjoyment with its long-lasting battery life. Fifteen minutes of charging lets you play music for one hour, while 2.5 hours gives you a full charge when using the charging case. Enco Buds at 50% of the battery life gets you 6 hours of continuous listening and grooving.

As a true wireless earbud, the stable wireless connection allows you to be 10 meters away from your phone when you’re on a phone call. The Bluetooth 5.2 chipset provides a stable connection between the device and OPPO Enco Buds. OPPO Enco Buds feature intelligent DNN model-based noise cancellation, which uses a smart algorithm to distinguish human voices from background noises when you’re on a call. OPPO Enco Buds are not only ideal for phone calls, but also provide amazing sound quality when listening to music with 8mm moving coils and support for AAC audio coding.

Enjoy Sounds You Can See with OPPO Enco Air

The OPPO Enco Air is the world’s first true wireless earphones to receive a High-Performance/Low Latency Certificate for True Wireless Earphones from the world-renowned German technical testing company TÜV Rheinland — successfully passing the company’s comprehensive earphone testing and certification system.

OPPO Enco Air’s long-lasting, fast-charging power supply is perfect for users who worry about battery life. With the charging case, users can get up to 8 hours of playback on just a 10-minute charge, and up to 24 hours on a full charge, making them perfect for all-day listening.

Additionally, OPPO Enco Air is integrated with intensive AI call noise-cancellation technology — a smart function that helps to deliver a crystal-clear call experience every user will appreciate. It is also equipped with the latest Bluetooth 5.2 chip to enhance transmission stability and fight interference, all while minimizing latency. Coupled with OPPO’s latency-reducing Game Mode, OPPO Enco Air combines software and hardware solutions to deliver a smooth, in-sync audiovisual experience.

OPPO Enco Buds and OPPO Enco Air are both available in White color variants. Visit OPPO’s flagship stores in Shopee and Lazada to buy now.

 

To know more about OPPO’s latest product offering, visit the OPPO Philippines’ official website at www.oppo.com.ph/ or its official Facebook page at OPPO Philippines.

Togoparts Calls on Filipino Cyclists to Ride Together to Celebrate the Philippines’ 123rd Year of Independence

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In celebration of the Philippines’ 123rd year of independence, Togoparts presents #TOGOPH123, a virtual cycling challenge for Filipinos across the world. The event is a part of Togoparts’ effort to encourage and promote a healthy lifestyle through cycling amid the ongoing pandemic. Held virtually, it is open to everyone for free, anywhere, and anytime.

On top of promoting a healthy lifestyle, Togoparts is donating a portion of every paid participation to Life Cycles PH to help frontliners continue their work during this difficult time. Life Cycles PH is a non-profit foundation that works with various institutions to donate bicycles to frontliners.

“At Togoparts, we strive to give to those less fortunate whenever possible. This time, we are hoping to continue this initiative during #TOGOPH123,” said Evan Lee, Founder of Togoparts. “In the spirit of Independence Day, we’ll be taking 1 USD from each of every paid registrations and giving it to those in need. Bicycles remain crucial in the Philippines’ fight against COVID-19, and we are eager to help our beloved frontliners continue their incredible work.”

Togoparts is currently operating its marketplace in Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore and aspires to build the largest cyclist community in Southeast Asia. To date, the platform has a total of 135,800+ users and more than 10,000 active cyclists from 22 countries participating in its events. As the no. 1 bicycle site in SE Asia, Togoparts is used by more than 8,000 visitors from the Philippines monthly and is one of the most active virtual cycling event organisers in the Philippines.

How the #TOGOPH123 Virtual Challenge Works

Interested participants can register on the Togoparts website and cycle from Independence Day, 12 June, to 4 July 2021. The registration period for #TOGOPH123 is open until 28 June 2021. Participants will need to connect their STRAVA accounts before cycling.

Once the challenge begins, participants can clock their rides anytime, anywhere during the challenge period using the STRAVA app. Participants will be able to track their progress, see their current ranking, and monitor their Ride Activities synced automatically from STRAVA on Togoparts.com and the mobile app downloadable from Google Play and Apple App Store.

They will also be able to receive real-time cheerleading messages and notifications about achievement badges unlocked and rewards earned through the App and Togoparts.com.

Paid participants will then receive custom designed Philippines 123th Independence Day themed event Cycling Jerseys, Tees, and the Finisher medals (only if they complete 61km by the end of challenge) delivered by courier to their doorstep.

PH123 Regional Championship

Apart from individual challenges, Togoparts is also adding a regional challenge to #TOGOPH123. Participants from a region can team up and conquer the leaderboards together. The region that will contribute the most to #TOGOPH123’s National Goal of 123,000 km will be hailed as the TOP CYCLING REGION for #TOGOPH123.

Additionally, the Top Cyclist with the highest number of km contributed to the winning region will be crowned as PH123’s Regional Champion and will receive a Trophy with his/her name engraved and his/her region on it. The Top 5 Cyclists from other regions will also receive an Event Tee and a Special Pin.

“For #TOGOPH123, we invite all participants to cycle together and cover a total distance of 123,000km to celebrate the Philippines’ independence and also support our frontliners in need,” said Lee.

Gamifying Cycling

To keep the 1,500 anticipated participants going, Togoparts has also gamified cycling through 18 custom badges to be unlocked during the event. For instance, the ‘Tatak Pinoy’ badge can be unlocked by using the #TOGOPH123-themed frame when posting on social media. Another is the ‘One for the Nation’ badge, which unlocks by recording at least one ride during June 12. By unlocking specific badges, participants get a chance to win free prizes from Togoparts.

Sign up for #TOGOPH123 here: https://www.togoparts.com/challenges/home/togoph123

About Togoparts

Founded in 2001, Togoparts.com is a Singapore-based platform dedicated exclusively to cyclists, from shopping, meeting fellow bicycle hobbyists, to developing their interests through various virtual and offline events. Togoparts.com has more than 135,000 registered members with hundreds joining daily. Together with cycling passion building services such as the Marketplace classifieds, Community forums and Chat services available on both Apple and Android Apps, Togoparts aspires to build the largest cycling community in Southeast Asia. The Togoparts platform currently operates in Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia and recently the Philippines.

Jollibee celebrates Filipino pride and joy with ‘Pusong Pinoy’ featuring Sarah G and Billy Crawford

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Every June 12, the country beams with pride as it celebrates its independence and freedom from colonial rule. But in today’s context, what does it mean to be Pinoy and Proud and how can this be embraced by every Filipino?

As the country commemorates its 123rd Independence Day, Jollibee once again ignites the hearts of Filipinos all over the world with its new song titled “Pusong Pinoy.” Performed by world-class celebrities Sarah Geronimo and Billy Crawford, “Pusong Pinoy” celebrates an ever-present Pinoy Pride rooted in the Filipinos’ innate ability to give joy and hope, as well as rise above challenges by embodying the spirit of Bayanihan and helping one another.

“We wanted to highlight an admirable trait of Filipinos - while we are known as being resilient and being joyful people, what drives this is our malasakit sa kapwa which enables us to face any challenges that come our way. The Bayanihan spirit has always been a part of our culture, and we see now that it is still very much alive in modern times. So, we should all be proud of our Pusong Pinoy”, says Francis Flores, JFC’s Philippines Country Marketing head and Jollibee PH Marketing head.

“Para sa akin, ang ‘Pusong Pinoy’ ay laging handang tumulong, mapa-Pilipino man o ibang lahi,” shared Jollibee ambassador Sarah Geronimo. “Kahit saan ka magpunta, talagang ang puso ng Pinoy iba magbigay ng pagmamahal at pag-aalaga.” Sarah added.

In the video, Sarah and Billy sing about how Filipinos spread pride and joy, with scenes depicting acts of selflessness and compassion for others specially during challenging times. These examples show how Filipinos overcome hard times by uplifting each other with a kind of joy that comes from within. And how, in this celebration of Independence, they give meaning to their freedom by sharing it with those around them.

When asked what makes her proud of her Filipino heritage, Sarah said, “Yung mga katangian ng Pilipino ang talagang hinahangaan ko sa bawat isa sa atin. Lalo ngayon, mas nakikita natin ang pagiging matulungin, matatag, at mapagmahal ng bawat isa. Sa maliit o sa malaking paraan man, lahat ng Pilipino kumikilos para sa kapakanan ng kanyang kapwa.”

Billy Crawford also shared how Filipinos can take advantage of their freedom to bring joy to one other. To him, holding on to the hope that better days are about to come is one way to remain inspired as Filipinos move forward. “This is the best time for us to remain humble and take everything in life as it goes. With a brand like Jollibee giving us joy through the song ‘Pusong Pinoy’, they are able to make us feel the kind of love na magaan at mapagpalaya, ‘yan ang hindi napapantayan ng kahit anong bagay.”

With Jollibee capturing what it’s like to have ‘Pusong Pinoy,’ Filipinos around the globe can definitely be proud of the joyful spirit that allows them to move forward, no matter the obstacles.

Sing Jollibee’s Independence Day 2021 anthem with Sarah Geronimo and Billy Crawford by watching the “Pusong Pinoy” music video on Facebook and YouTube.

Sarah Geronimo and Billy Crawford encourages everyone to be proud of their Pusong Pinoy in Jollibee’s Independence Day video.

Pinoys show their Bayanihan spirit by spreading joy to others especially during challenging times.