Enjoy up to 40% off when you use GCash this 9.9!

Tweet

Shout out to our online shopping lovers: it’s that time of the month again where you get a chance to add your favorite items and some essentials with exciting promos. With GCash, you can choose from an array of options from best-buy gadgets, discounted items, and vouchers for food, retail, health, and more!

 

Here are the amazing promos from GCash that you can enjoy this September with just a few taps on your phone:

Add to cart all you can! It’s time for more exciting promos and discounts from Lazada that shopaholics love! This 9.9 sale, you can avail 20% off and up to P100  discount on your orders when you use  GCash as your payment option. This promo will run from September 8-11 and with no minimum spend so you can fill your cart with all your shopping needs!

Bonding time with the fam. Want to jam to your favorite music with your family and friends? Perhaps a movie marathon? GCash has teamed up with Alipay to offer amazing rewards and deals so you can enjoy spending time with your loved ones while staying safe. Get a Spotify premium account, Mobile Legend rare skin fragment, or a 30-day Viu premium access for only P1.00! You can also order your favorite food at the same discounted price too! Remember, this promo is only available for Alipay + Rewards users and you can only purchase one quantity per item per day. This sale will run from September 7 – 9 at 1 pm to 2 pm daily or until items are sold out. 

Try your luck. Get a chance to win a 13-inch Apple MacBook Air, 10.9-inch Apple MacBook Air Gen 4, or a P2 million worth of grand prizes from GCash and Alipay! If you’re an Alipay + Rewards user, simply submit your name and contact information until September 9 to participate in the mega raffle. You may also win special rewards like P5 to P100 vouchers for the Google Play or App Store, P100 or P200 voucher for Puregold, P100 or P200 Gift Card for SM, P5 voucher for Alipay Store, 15 % off voucher for Shein, P60 voucher for Foodpanda, or a two-week trial of TeraBox. For GCash users, be sure to submit one entry per day for more chances of winning great rewards and prizes!

Time for a shopping spree and extra TLC. Imagine where you can buy anything from grocery essentials and appetizing food to your favorite beauty products and the latest gadgets using just your  mobile app. GLife, a feature on the GCash app, can give you just that! This month, GLife will kick off various grand launches of top brands ranging from retail to health and food, and so much more! Here are some of the launches and promos you can look forward to with GLife: Findshare 9.9 sale and Fem-Essentials with 30% off on regular tampon and super tampon from Nalawoman from September 8-9. GLife will also offer a “buy one, get one” promo on select items from Mama Foods from September 9-11, along with an exciting deal with Puregold wherein you can get a free delivery when you purchase P&G products, or a P175 discount for pickups. For your health needs, Konsulta MD on GLife has a free video call, Personal 60 or personal checkup at P6 from September 9-12. On a health kick?  You can also get 40% off Ambassador's Vegan Ice Cream from Go! Salads from September 9-15 and P100 cashback from Healthmart from September 9-22 on GLife. What’s more, there's a 30% off site-wide discount for Calypso from September 9-10 on the GCash app. 

This month, don’t miss out on all these exciting promos and rewards that you can get from GCash while staying safe!

Not yet on GCash? You can download the GCash app for free on the Google Play or App Store. To know more about GCash promos, visit https://www.gcash.com/promos/.

 

Nestlé Wellness Campus: Empowering students, parents, and teachers to live healthier lives

Tweet

COVID-19 is a serious illness the whole world is currently battling, but this should not hinder us from taking care of other health problems. This includes malnutrition, which has been a concern among children, even before the pandemic. Malnutrition is one of the biggest impediments to human development. Children who are stunted, wasting, or obese may have some trouble performing at school, may experience low self-esteem, and later on, suffer long-term effects as an adult.

According to a report from the Food and Nutrition Research Institute, 26% or 1 out of 4 school children are underweight, which is a condition where children are found to weigh below the standard weight for the child’s age. A survey last year also showed that 62% or 6 out of 10 of households experienced moderate to severe food insecurity -- the state in which people are at risk or actually suffering from inadequate consumption to meet nutritional requirements.

Students from Pasig engaged in one of the pre-pandemic activities of the NWC program

In taking care of children’s nutrition, health, and wellness, we help ensure that they can have a brighter future ahead. However, due to lack of knowledge or resources, children are not able to eat food that is of adequate quality and quantity which is the number one cause of malnutrition.

“This is because we all know that an unhealthy child cannot learn as much as one who is healthy, well-fed, and given nutritionally sufficient assistance, especially for those who cannot afford the expense of maintaining healthy children,” DepEd Secretary Leonor Briones said during a Memorandum of Agreement signing last January 2021.

The first inter-school dancercise competition in Antipolo back in 2014

As a Kasambuhay sa Kalusugan of Filipinos, Nestlé ensures that children get the proper nutrition they need through the Nestlé Wellness Campus (NWC) program, in partnership with the Department of Education (DepEd). Established in 2013, the program began with the goal of raising awareness and providing educational materials to pursue wellness daily. One of their activities was a dance program after the flag ceremony to promote an active lifestyle. Nutritionist-dietitians also gave talks about balanced and healthy food choices to address the nutrition gaps and encourage healthier eating habits.

Over the years, NWC grew and was embraced by different DepEd regions. The dance program evolved into an inter-school and inter-region competition to recognize the best schools that have implemented the program in their community. Nestlé is committed to promoting nutrition, health, and wellness in the new normal by providing digital tools such as nutrition and sustainability modules, and wellness song and dance videos to educate students, teachers, and parents on the seven healthy habits they can apply at home.

Teachers using the NWC digital modules in their online classes to promote health and wellness to their students

Nestlé also recognized teachers who went the extra mile to sustain and reinforce its healthy habits and create innovative learning experiences for children. They launched an exclusive NWC Facebook Group to continue their commitment and strengthen the pivot online. In this group which now has more than 47,000 members, teachers get to learn and share best wellness practices in their schools. Additionally, a Facebook Group exclusive for parents is also underway to provide them access to wellness content for their children and the entire family.

The program started at only 250 high schools with a total of 650,000 students in the National Capital Region (NCR) during its first year. Now, NWC has grown to inspire more than 7 million students from Grades 1 to 10 in 13,000 schools to live healthier lives. For SY 2021-2022, Nestlé anticipates the program to reach more than 10 million students across 7 regions nationwide, namely: NCR, CALABARZON, Bicol, Western Visayas, Central Visayas, Northern Mindanao, and Davao.

Collaborating alongside the government, Nestlé drives its purpose by unlocking the power of food to enhance the quality of life for everyone today and for the generations to come. “Nestlé Philippines, as a Kasambuhay sa Kalusugan, is actively engaged in supporting Filipino families to achieve a healthier and active lifestyle, especially in the face of the pandemic,” Kais Marzouki, Nestlé Philippines Chairman and CEO said.

To learn more about how you and your family can start your wellness journey, join the Nestlé Wellness Homeroom Facebook Group. For some inspiration, watch the Kasambuhay for Good docuseries to see how Nestlé and its partners are empowering communities through nutrition, health, an

Filipino-Norwegian singer-songwriter Clinton Kane tops Philippine streaming and radio charts with “I Guess I’m In Love”

Tweet

Following his viral success on TikTok and other online music platforms, Clinton Kane is taking the country by storm with the release of his stripped-down pop ballad “I GUESS I’M IN LOVE,” under Columbia Records and Sony Music.

Detailing the winding journey and range of feelings that come with finally finding true love, the emotional single is currently at No. 4 on Spotify Philippines charts, and has amassed nearly 23 million streams since its release last August 20, 2021. The track is currently a mainstay on various local radio charts, ranking within the top 20 of Manila-based mainstream radio stations, RX 93. 1 and 99.5 Play FM.

Over at TikTok, The Filipino-Norwegian star’s chart-topping track has been covered by Filipino artists, including SB19’s Pablo, whose stellar rendition garnered close to 200k views in less than an hour.

Overseas, the Australia-based artist has also debuted at the US Billboard Hot 100 at No. 90, and continues to climb on several official music charts all around the world, including his home country Australia (ARIA, No. 27), Canada (Canadian Hot 100, No. 50), UK (UK Singles Chart, No. 23), New Zealand (RMNZ, No. 27), and more.

“I GUESS I’M IN LOVE” has been building fan fever since Clinton Kane began teasing the track on his social media. With the song racking up pre-saves and over 40k fan-made TikTok videos using the sound, Clinton has finally shared the love song of 2021 that listeners everywhere have been waiting for. Continuing to connect with each release, “I GUESS I’M IN LOVE” follows his February breakthrough hit “CHICKEN TENDIES,” which has accumulated over 90M streams worldwide.

Follow Clinton Kane:

Website | YouTube | TikTok | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook

Clinton Kane’s “I GUESS I’M IN LOVE” is out now on all digital music platforms worldwide via Columbia Records and Sony Music.

 

Heart Evangelista joins XTREME Appliances as the face of modern Filipino lifestyle

Tweet

XTREME Appliances, the country’s leading one-stop shop appliance brand, has tapped actress and fashion icon Heart Evangelista to become its newest face.

With her 24 years of experience in the entertainment scene and one of this generation’s most prized stars, Heart has done it all. She has starred in multiple TV series and movies, attended the biggest international fashion weeks, graced international and local magazines, won various awards, and created a huge impact on social media. This year, she is ready to be the ambassadress of a local appliance brand that has been providing affordable yet high-quality products for every Filipino household. She joins current XTREME Appliances ambassadors Senator Manny Pacquiao and Manila Mayor Isko Moreno Domagoso.

“I am so excited about my endorsement with XTREME Appliances. It is such a good collaboration,” Heart said during her endorsement shoot.

As XTREME Appliances gears up to maintain its standing as the leading one-stop shop appliance brand — a milestone achieved in just three years — Heart becomes the ambassadress who will promote the brand’s mission: to provide quality yet affordable appliances for every Filipino and to leverage the Filipino lifestyle through technology and innovation.

Just like any of us, Heart considers two factors before purchasing an appliance or any product — quality and affordability. As a brand that prioritizes quality and affordability, Heart is confident that she is endorsing the right brand.

“Quality and affordability make XTREME Appliances the perfect choice for every Filipino. You know, at the end of the day, you need quality and you also want to make sure that it doesn’t cost you an arm and a leg. So it is pasok sa budget and at the same time, it is classy, it is lux, and it is beautiful. I just love XTREME Appliances products so much,” Heart explained.

In the past year, the global pandemic has changed so many things in our lives including our purchase behavior. As a matter of fact, this time of uncertainty has been a time of frugality for many Filipino, that’s why brands like XTREME Appliances has been really helpful in providing quality products at a very affordable price.

She added, “Aside from wanting to live a really good lifestyle, we also want to be smart about our money. We deserve quality and I am glad that there are companies that give us quality products — that is so important, you know, we are all hardworking, we all have to pay our bills. I am just so for being smart about your purchases and really making sure that everything is quality.”

(From left: XTREME Appliances VP – Business Development Mark del Mundo, XTREME Appliances — President Adrian Lim, SGC CEO Richard Lim, SGC Vice President Kevin Richard Lim, and XTREME Appliances VP – Marketing Stephen Cheng)

Since 2016, XTREME Appliances has grown into a household brand that caters to the ever-changing demands of the Filipino market. This year, XTREME Appliances is now ready to elevate its brand by introducing a new ambassadress who truly embodies a modern Filipino lifestyle.

“Heart Evangelista-Escudero is an icon and we believe in her star quality and impact on Filipinos. As we continue to grow as a brand, we want to solidify our name to be a brand fit for a modern Filipino lifestyle. Times are changing and things are constantly evolving and we are glad to have Heart as the brand’s newest face. We are just so excited to continue our mission in bringing comfort, convenience, and efficiency to every Filipino household with our new brand ambassadress,” says Stephen Cheng, VP for Marketing, XTREME Appliances.

XTREME Appliances’ first-ever TVC featuring Heart is set to be released in the last quarter of 2021, showcasing the modern Filipino lifestyle through innovation, quality, and affordability. With the introduction of their new brand ambassadress, XTREME Appliances is ready to take their game to the next level by introducing new products, nationwide campaigns and concept stores opening, and stronger marketing efforts.

To keep updated on the latest news and happenings of XTREME Appliances, like and follow them on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok accounts and join their official online community on Facebook, XTREME Fam. For the full list of products and exclusive discounts, please visit XTREME on Website, Lazada, and Shopee e-commerce

 

About XTREME Appliances

XTREME Appliances is a #OneStopShopAppliances brand that offers premium and affordable home and commercial appliances that range from TV, Aircon, Refrigerator, Washing Machine, Gas Range, and many more. XTREME Appliances is now available in 5,000 stores and business partners nationwide, including online stores like Lazada and Shopee

Century Park Hotel set to welcome guests under Multiple Use Hotel (MUH) status

Tweet

Department of Tourism Approves Supplementary Accommodations

 

With the recent awarding of the Safety Seal Certification, Century Park Hotel, one of the finest hotels in Manila, is pleased to announce that it has also been granted Multiple Use Hotel (MUH) status by the Department of Tourism (DOT). 

Under the operational provisions of MUH, Century Park Hotel will continue to accept essential stays for health and emergency front liners, OFWs, returning residents, foreign nationals and other individuals requiring quarantine.  The hotel can also offer accommodations for participants in essential meetings & social events, long-staying guests, business guests, and other APORs (Authorized Persons Outside Residence) in accordance with their official function or duty.  Operations under MUH are subject to the prevailing community classification status for the City of Manila.

 

In line with the MUH status, essential meetings and social events will also be accepted.

 

“This latest development is a ray of light not just for us but to the rest of our contemporaries in the hotel and tourism industry.  We look forward to the hustle and bustle of guests in our property once again.  The pandemic has been an opportunity to review and improve our processes as well as innovate the brand of hospitality that the hotel is known for. We are eager to apply our learnings in the MUH setting,” said Anthony Tan, Century Park Hotel’s General Manager.

Century Park Hotel was able to satisfy the stringent conditions set by the DOT and Bureau of Quarantine (BOQ) during their inspections. One can expect a hassle-free stay with the following measures in implementation:

 

·      Proper ventilation in and around the property

·      Check-in and checkout procedures with contactless transactions

·      Supporting protocols in reporting and extraction of confirmed COVID-19 cases

·      Separate buildings with designated access points and multiple elevators for quarantine and  non-quarantine guests

·     Different sets of room/food attendants serving for each type of guest

·      Proper waste disposal, disinfection and decontamination systems in place

“As a DOT-accredited hotel and Safety Seal holder, we will further bolster our health and safety protocols so that guests are assured of a clean and safe space during their stay,” he further added.

 

****************************************************************************************

Launched in 1976, the Century Park Hotel remains as one of the finest hotels in Manila. It is owned and operated by Maranaw Hotels and Resort Corporation and enjoys a mix of local and international patrons. The renowned establishment has over 500 rooms in varied types and facilities for a complete dining and leisure experience. To know more about Century Park Hotel, visit www.centurypark.com or contact information@centurypark.com.ph and telephone number: (632) 528-8888.