OSP to set up cleft care center at the Rosario Memorial Hospital in Guagua, Pampanga

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Operation Smile Philippines Foundation (OSP) is setting up a new cleft care center at the Rosario Memorial Hospital (RMH) in Guagua, Pampanga after securing the latter’s agreement to allow the use of the hospital’s premises and facilities for the comprehensive treatment of children born with oral cleft by its medical and allied medical volunteers.

The agreement was signed recently by OSP executive director Emiliano Romano and RMH executive vice president Josephine M. Salvador.

OSP has been providing free reconstructive surgery, dental treatment, medical examination and speech therapy to children afflicted with cleft lip and cleft palate since 1982.

The procedures are carried out by highly trained and credentialed volunteer plastic surgeons, anesthesiologists, pediatricians, dentists, nurses and speech pathologists.

Signing the MOA are (from left to right): Eliza S. del Carmen, RMH Vice President - Marketing; Josephine M. Salvador, RMH Executive Vice President; Emiliano Romano, OSP Executive Director; and James B. Joaquino, OSP Chief Medical Officer.

To date, they have treated over 30,000 patients with cleft condition all over the country through medical missions in partner hospitals or in OSP cleft care centers.

The cleft care center in RMH, a level 1 hospital, will be OSP’s third after the ones in Manila and Davao City.

“It will boost our capability to provide comprehensive cleft care year-round,” Mr. Romano said, adding that OSP had earlier inked an agreement with the Philippine National Police in Region 3 to scout for patients and transport them to treatment sites.

“We welcome the partnership with OSP especially since it will give our hospital staff training and volunteering opportunities that we think are essential for keeping our people sharp, motivated and in high spirits,” Ms. Salvador said.

Belle Mariano to dazzle viewers in “Daylight: The Concert” on January 29

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Regular tickets still up for grabs via KTX.ph

Rising star Belle Mariano is ready to illuminate 2022 with her vibrant performances as she headlines her first-ever digital concert “Daylight,” happening on January 29 (Saturday) via KTX.ph and TFC IPTV.

“Daylight: The Concert,” presented by ABS-CBN Events and Star Pop, is set to make Belle’s star shine even brighter as she exhibits her talent in performing following the release of her highly-successful debut album last year.

Finally able to fulfill her dream of staging her own concert, Belle said, “Grabe po, as in hindi pa rin ako makapaniwala, everyday I'm just grateful. Despite the anxiety because I'll be performing, it's more of excitement kasi magagawa ko na 'yung pinapangarap ko.

Directed by Alco Guerrero under the music direction of Iean Iñigo, the virtual offering promises to be a light and intimate affair for audiences worldwide.

“I want everyone to connect so kahit virtually lang, gusto ko na ma-feel nila 'yung ambiance, na despite all these rains happening in our lives, we still have to see daylight,” the Star Magic artist and RISE Artists Studio talent said.

She also teased the fresh arrangements of the songs that she will perform during the concert. “Meron akong different takes, hindi siya ‘yung usual na naririnig natin. Babaliin namin so I'm really excited and sana magustuhan ng mga manonood.”

Aside from her solo performances, viewers can look forward to Belle’s must-see collaborations with her guests—which include fellow ABS-CBN artists Trisha Denise, SAB, and Jayda, who all composed songs for her album.

Belle will also perform alongside Kyle Echarri, OPM band Ben&Ben, and her on-screen partner Donny Pangilinan, with whom she will reunite in the upcoming second season of “He’s Into Her.”

Regular tickets for “Daylight: The Concert” priced at P195 which gives viewers access to the main concert link is still available, while the SVIP and VIP tickets priced at P795 and P495 respectively have already sold out in December.

See the light of day with Belle in “Daylight: The Concert” 8 PM on January 29 (Saturday) via KTX.ph and TFC IPTV, with a replay the next day (January 30) at 11 AM. For updates, follow @abscbnpr on Facebook, Twitter, TikTok, and Instagram or visit www.abs-cbn.com/newsroom.

Bridgerton Season 2: First Look at the Ton!

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Netflix and Shondaland dropped the first look at eight new photos teasing what many different characters in the ton will be up to this season. Bridgerton returns for a second season on March 25, 2022. In keeping with the tradition of the novels, season two tells the romance story of Lord Anthony Bridgerton’s quest for love. 

Bridgerton comes to Netflix from Shondaland and is executive produced by Shonda Rhimes, Betsy Beers, and Chris Van Dusen. Van Dusen also serves as creator and showrunner.

About Bridgerton:

From Shondaland and Creator Chris Van Dusen, the second season of Bridgerton follows Lord Anthony Bridgerton (Jonathan Bailey), the eldest Bridgerton sibling and Viscount, as he sets out to find a suitable wife. Driven by his duty to uphold the family name, Anthony’s search for a debutante who meets his impossible standards seems ill-fated until Kate (Simone Ashley) and her younger sister Edwina (Charithra Chandran) Sharma arrive from India. When Anthony begins to court Edwina, Kate discovers the true nature of his intentions — a true love match is not high on his priority list — and decides to do everything in her power to stop the union. But in doing so, Kate and Anthony’s verbal sparring matches only bring them closer together, complicating matters on both sides. Across Grosvenor Square, the Featheringtons must welcome the newest heir to their estate while Penelope (Nicola Coughlan) continues to navigate the ton whilst keeping her deepest secret from the people closest to her.

Bridgerton is a romantic, scandalous, and clever series that celebrates the timelessness of enduring friendships, families finding their way, and the search for a love that conquers all. The series also stars Adjoa Andoh (Lady Danbury), Lorraine Ashbourne (Mrs. Varley), Harriet Cains (Philipa Featherington), Bessie Carter (Prudence Featherington), Shelley Conn (Mary Sharma), Nicola Coughlan (Penelope Featherington), Phoebe Dynevor (Daphne Basset), Ruth Gemmell (Violet Bridgerton), Florence Hunt (Hyacinth Bridgerton), Martins Imhangbe (Will Mondrich), Claudia Jessie (Eloise Bridgerton), Calam Lynch (Theo Sharpe), Luke Newton (Colin Bridgerton), Golda Rosheuvel (Queen Charlotte), Luke Thompson (Benedict Bridgerton), Will Tilston (Gregory Bridgerton), Polly Walker (Portia Featherington), Rupert Young (Jack), and Julie Andrews as the voice of Lady Whistledown. The series is inspired by Julia Quinn’s novels.

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About Netflix:

Netflix is the world’s leading streaming entertainment service with 214 million paid memberships in over 190 countries enjoying TV series, documentaries, feature films and mobile games across a wide variety of genres and languages. Members can watch as much as they want, anytime, anywhere, on any Internet-connected screen. Members can play, pause and resume watching, all without commercials or commitments.

CHERRY HOME launches Smart Weighing Scale and Cherry Ceiling Fan

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New Product Alert!

Cherry Home had come a long way, so did your traditional weighing scale. Committed to actively expand its broad portfolio, the brand now proudly introduces the Cherry Home Smart Weight Scale retailing at P1,499.

How is this exactly going to help you throughout your fitness journey? The latest addition to the brand’s IoT products, the Cherry Home Smart Weight Scale can be controlled via the Cherry Home application, making it a lot easier for you to not only to monitor your weight but even your diet.

All you have to do is input your data such as your height and age, and once you step on the scale, it will automatically sync details like your Body Mass Index (BMI), muscle mass, and bone mass to the app. It will also suggest the necessary diet which corresponds your information and will prompt you through the App Weight Notification once it’s already time for you to work out. It can even go as far as informing you if your water level is low!

Apart from these features, this new product is a real knockout with its 6mm tempered glass platform that gives it a refined look. Weigh to go!

A huge leap from its beginnings, who would’ve imagined that more than a decade later and you can now literally insert CHERRY to every part of your home—your ceiling fan included?

Prepare early for the scorching summer heat by installing the heavy-duty Cherry Ceiling Fan in any of your rooms, available for P1,990. This new product from CHERRY features three metal blades to ensure that are you kept cool and refreshed even without an air conditioner. You can also choose from its 3-level wind speed, whatever you deem suitable for the day’s weather. Never mind if it’s a far cry from an AC unit in terms of appearance as with its white color, it sure will look elegant nonetheless. Plus, you can save more on energy.

It weighs 4kg and measures 50 x 50 x 35cm.

With its consistent effort to improve its roster, Cherry Home also recently added three products including the Cherry Portable Cutlery Set, Cherry Flask, and Cherry Sonic Electric Toothbrush.

Get your hands on these now by visiting:

Cherry Shop PH: www.cherryshop.com.ph

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CHERRY is a Philippine-based company offering an extensive variety of products in communication technology, Internet of Things (IoT) system, home, personal, health and pet essentials, creating one ecosystem. Cherry carries an array of brands and services under its belt: Cherry Mobile, Cherry Prepaid, Cherryroam, Cherry Home, and Cherry Pet.

Achieve a Better You this 2022 with these Deals at Shopee’s Brands Spotlight Festival

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Starting January 17, tune in for exclusive promos from your favorite Shopee Mall brands

Ushering in a new year also means the chance to make a fresh start. We reflect on the habits we want to change, new behaviors we want to start adopting, and goals we want to achieve. More often than not, the  resolutions we set on January 1 get abandoned in a couple of weeks because “life happens.”

While the journey of self-improvement can be daunting, it’s important to remember that taking small steps builds up to significant progress in our goals. For those of us who don’t know where to begin, consider these tips with product recommendations from your favorite brands on Shopee. From January 17 to 31, check out daily exclusive deals from these leading Shopee Mall brands, only at the Brands Spotlight Festival.

Practice Self-Care

Taking care of ourselves is always the first step in achieving our goals. Build up your skincare routine with the new Olay Luminous Niacinamide + AHA Super Serum - its scientifically-advanced formula targets the root causes of stubborn spots, giving you smoother, clearer skin. Don’t forget to give your pearly whites the five-star treatment with the new Oral-B 3D White Luxe Diamond Perfection, which contains a whitening technology that leaves your teeth sparkling clean and protects against new stains. Finally, don’t miss out on a great deal for keeping healthy with the Limited-Edition Ensure Gold HMB Vanilla Bundle, which helps make sure you get the right vitamins and nutrients to power through your days.

Try Something New

If you’re looking to make changes in your life this year, why not start with a bold new hairstyle? Try L'Oreal Paris’ new Bleach Supreme and Ash Supreme, which comes in 7 long-lasting ash shades and lifts your hair up to 8 times lighter, giving you salon-quality results from the safety of your home. Make the most out of 2022 by upgrading your phone to Samsung’s newest Galaxy S21 FE 5G. With its fastest chipset yet, a pro-grade camera, and a 4500 mAh intelligent battery, it takes what you love most in a smartphone so you can live your passions to the fullest. If refining your personal style is one of your goals this year, look no further than the new Mikana Birthstone Pendant to add a unique and elegant touch to your outfits.

Foster Better Work-Life Balance

Working from home continues to be the norm for many of us as we keep ourselves and our loved ones safe. Making small improvements at home can help us thrive amid the blurred lines between our professional and personal lives. Start by refreshing your wardrobe INSPI’s new Oversized Shirt Collection, with colorful graphic tees that make you feel polished enough for your next team Zoom meeting, and comfortable enough for post-work lounging. On January 29, avid gamers can get more value for money with the vivo Y20s G with TWS Earbuds Bundle and enjoy a smooth, high-performing gaming experience as you wind down. Lastly, stock up on your household essentials safely and conveniently with Shopee! Enjoy greater savings on bundle deals and discounts on household products, such as UniLove Unscented Baby Wipes. Don’t forget to mark your calendars for January 23, when you can score a special offer on Surf’s Cherry Blossom Bundle only on Shopee.

Gear Up When You’re on the Go

For those who need to leave the house, it’s important to be equipped with the right gear that can help get you through the day efficiently. This OPPO A55 Smartphone with Enco W11 Bundle is the perfect deal for busy bees who are constantly on the go, with its fast-charging smartphone that comes with wireless earbuds that can last up to 20 hours. You can get both the smartphone and the earbuds at a discounted price on January 27. Be on the lookout for an exclusive deal from Unilever Beauty Store this January 24, with Pond’s Antibacterial Cleansing Kit that protects you from 99.9% maskne-causing bacteria.

Optimize Your Household Budget

Here’s a special tip for all supermoms: take advantage of the sulit brand offerings on Shopee when you provide for your children. Give your growing kids the tibay-nutrients they need with this BEAR BRAND Fortified Powdered Milk Drink Bundle, which also comes with a free pack of their chocolate-flavored milk powder to add variety to their daily milk intake.

For new mommies, look no further than the Pampers Baby Dry Taped Sulit Box for the best deal on your newborn baby’s diaper supply. Made with light and breathable materials and stretchy tapes that hug your baby just right, these diapers help keep your little one comfortable and fuss-free. Grab this deal on January 31 and get bigger savings on your baby essentials! 

Catch the Brands Spotlight Festival on Shopee

Brand Spotlight is the new destination for exclusive daily deals from Filipinos’ favorite brands. Starting January 17, you can look forward to unique brand offers, such as new product launches, bundle deals, and other exciting promos that are available only on Shopee. Learn more about Brand Spotlight and set your reminders on exclusive brand deals here: https://shopee.ph/m/brand-spotlight. 

Enjoy even greater savings when you check out with ShopeePay to avail of daily free shipping and cashback vouchers. Start the year right by using Shopee’s all-in-one e-wallet, where you can also buy load, pay bills, send money, and scan to pay at thousands of merchants nationwide. 

Save more and achieve your financial goals through ShopeePay’s discounts. Get up to 10% off on load across all networks and up to 25% cashback on your monthly bills from over 60 billers. If you need to stock up on groceries, get big savings when you avail of ₱1 Deals via “ShopeePay Near Me” and redeem your vouchers when you pay via ShopeePay at partner merchants.

Save on transfer fees with ShopeePay! Enjoy free and real-time cash-ins & bank transfers via InstaPay; get up to ₱25 cashback on your InstaPay cash-in fee. You can also send money for free to any ShopeePay user. To enjoy these exclusive deals and more, activate your ShopeePay now for a rewarding cashless experience.

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