Hyundai Motor Philippines Introduces FIFA World Cup™ Qatar 2022 Test Drive Promo Featuring The New Creta

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Hyundai Motor Philippines Inc. (HMPH) is encouraging Filipinos to join in the “Goal of the Century” (GOTC) through its FIFA World Cup™ Qatar 2022 Test Drive Promo. GOTC is the brand’s pledge that is part and in fulfillment of the company’s Carbon-Neutral Agenda 2045 to neutralize CO² emissions at all stages of production and operation. This global sustainability campaign aims to unite the world in protecting the planet from climate change and preserving it for generations ahead.

 

Harnessing the pure value of team spirit and togetherness created by the universal love of football, Hyundai Motor, with and through FIFA, is engaging with people all over the world towards one big goal. Filipinos have the opportunity to participate by test driving the New Creta. Through this, customers not only get a chance to win an all-expense paid trip to Qatar to witness the FIFA World Cup™ in action but also experience the innovative subcompact crossover SUV being offered by the brand in the local market.

 

FIFA World Cup™ Qatar 2022 Test Drive Promo

To enter, interested participants must test drive the Creta during the Philippine International Motor Show (PIMS) at the World Trade Center in Pasay City, happening until September 18, 2022 or any of the 38 authorized Hyundai Motor outlets nationwide, until September 30, 2022. In order to qualify for the promo, participants must register afterwards at the brand’s official online registration page. A proof of completion with the vehicle will be required to be uploaded in the said page. Once completed, a digital coupon that serves as the raffle entry shall be sent within 24 hours from HMPH through the registered email address. Only one raffle entry per individual will be granted regardless of the number of test drives.

 

Deadline of submissions is on September 30, 2022 with the drawing of two (2) winners taking place on October 3. Those selected will be allowed to fly with one (1) companion and enjoy two (2) tickets to the Category 1 stage of the FIFA World Cup™ Tournament (4 matches), a Deluxe Room for two (2) at a five-star hotel in Doha for four (4) days, and a Qatar City tour. A Welcome Lunch, hosted by Hyundai Motor Company, bringing together around 200 supporters around the globe will also be part of the itinerary, slated to take place between November 20 to December 2. 

 

Sustainable mobility for the FIFA World Cup™

Hyundai Motor first joined forces with FIFA in 1999 and has since then become its automotive provider and sponsor. This time, the brand is taking a step further to position itself as a sustainability partner by deploying eco-friendly vehicles to this year’s FIFA World Cup™, a first in the history of the event. The fleet, which will include the IONIQ 5 and Santa Fe Hybrid and Elec City Bus, are going to be used to transport national team players, VIPs and event officials. Moreover, to expand reach and spread the cause, Hyundai Motor is also pledging 1% of its sponsorship fee to Common Goal, the world’s leading social movement in football.

 

A group of ambassadors, “Team Century”, was formed by the brand in amplification of the initiative. Led by former England national team player Steven Gerrard, together with K-pop supergroup BTS, Afghan refugee soccer player and Danish UNESCO ambassador Nadia Nadim, American fashion designer Jeremy Scott, contemporary Italian artist Lorenzo Quinn, visual storyteller Nicky Woo, South Korean football icon Jisung Park, former Oman national team goalkeeper Ali Al-Habsi and Boston Dynamics’ Spot® robot.

 

New Hyundai Creta

The newest addition to the product line up of Hyundai Motor is a sub-compact crossover SUV that is efficient yet fun, stylish but safe and easy to drive. Innovative on every aspect from design to convenience features.

 

• Design

In the front, the New Creta flaunts a bold ‘Parametric Jewel’ grille with integrated daytime running lights (DRL) and a unique headlamp architecture. The side lines express a more muscular and agile body shape. Its long hood, connected black A pillar, wide C pillar, straight roof line and the deep wheel-arch gives a wider and stable stance completing the muscular look. Behind, the individual lamps match the equally daring front. Paired with the silver skid plate are signature “boomerang” shaped LED rear lamps that add to the unique identity of the vehicle. On the inside, refined lines on the side panels continued on to the dashboard form a clean, symmetrical T-shaped layout. Access panels, buttons and compartments are neatly organized and kept uncluttered to lessen visual driving obtrusions.

 

• Performance

Under the hood is a 1.5-liter SmartStream engine which allows optimal airflow control, more effective combustion, better heat and friction control and reduced exhaust. The New Creta uses an Intelligent Variant Transmission (iVT), Hyundai Motor’s flagship propriety technology, that regulates vehicle speed more cleverly than the “step-by-step” of an automatic gearbox. These enable an overall improved fuel economy while maintaining high power and torque output. It also comes with an Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) system complemented by Electronic Stability Control (ESC) and Hill Start Assist Control (HAC).

 

• Comfort and Safety

Leading the segment in terms of driver safety, the brand’s suite of intelligent cameras and ultrasonic sensors called Hyundai Smartsense is standard to the New Creta. This comprises of functions such as Forward Collison-Avoidance Assist, Lane Keeping Assist, Lane Following Assist, Blind Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist, Reverse Parking Distance Warning and Rear-View Monitor. For added comfort and functionality, there is also a 10.25” TFT LCD cluster that has multi-lingual settings and user-friendly information menus. This is accompanied by an 8” touchscreen infotainment display compatible with both Apple CarPlay and Android Auto as well as a fast wireless charger for hands-free connectivity.

 

The model is available in four (4) colors which are Creamy White, Magnetic Silver Metallic, Dragon Red Pearl and Midnight Black Pearl. It has three (3) variants starting with the 1.5 GL 6MT, 1.5 GL CVT and 1.5 GLS CVT. The latter, comes with a black roof for a distinct two-tone styling.

 

More information and the detailed mechanics of the FIFA World Cup™ Qatar 2022 Test Drive Promo featuring the New Creta can be found at: https://www.hyundai.com/ph/en/hyundai-story/goal-of-the-century. For other news, promotions and updates, like and follow @HyundaiMotorPhilippines in Facebook and Instagram.

 

How to get big discounts and free money this ShopeePay Day!

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It’s payday once again! After weeks of hard work, receiving that paycheck every mid-month feels very rewarding. But let's admit it: as working adults, with payday also comes a stream of expenses that we need to take care of such as household bills and personal necessities. Don’t worry, ShopeePay makes it easier to stretch that paycheck so you can meet your needs and still have something extra to add to your savings.

During this time of the month, it’s important to have a routine that will make your payday spendings more sulit. You can make the most out of your budget during ShopeePay Day every 16th of the month

Get rewards when you activate, send money, buy load, pay for purchases, and more this ShopeePay Day on September 16. Here’s how:

Earn free money when you activate and verify ShopeePay

Don’t pass up this chance to earn free cash, which you can use for your monthly expenses. If you’re still not a ShopeePay user, now's the best time to start since ShopeePay is giving away money to new users who will activate and verify their account

Step 1: Activate your ShopeePay and you might get free ₱70.

• On your Shopee app, tap the ShopeePay wallet bar.
• Enter your personal information and then the One Time Password (OTP) sent to your mobile number.
• Create and confirm your ShopeePay PIN.

Step 2: Verify your ShopeePay for a chance to receive ₱500 worth of cashback and load voucher.

• Visit the promo microsite and register on September 16.
• Verify your ShopeePay account.
• Send any amount to any ShopeePay user, e-wallet or bank for the first time on the same date you registered.

Get coins when you pay bills or send money

Make it a habit to use ShopeePay when settling your monthly bills and sending money to get instant savings. Pay your bills from partner-billers like Meralco, Maynilad, Converge, and you can earn up to 120 coins cashback per bill category. If you need to transfer money to any bank account or e-wallet, sending money with ShopeePay is also free of charge.

To make things more exciting this ShopeePay Day, you can also win up to 1 million worth of coins when you send at least ₱50 to another ShopeePay user and play the lucky draw this September 16.

Utilize load and brand vouchers for as low as ₱1

To avoid overspending on your monthly phone expenses, buy ShopeePay-exclusive load offers every ShopeePay Day to avail of discounts. On September 16, you can get ₱50 worth of load for only ₱1, available for all networks.

With the extra savings earned from cashback and discounts, you can still reward yourself without breaking the bank. For only ₱1, you can buy vouchers from ShopeePay’s partner-brands such as Gong Cha, Potato Corner, and Wendy’s. Visit the Piso deals page on your Shopee app and redeem the discount vouchers.

Don’t miss these exclusive promos and have a safe and enjoyable payment experience every ShopeePay Day.

Follow @ShopeeCaresPH on Twitter and Facebook, where you and the rest of the Shopee Fam can find answers for your concerns and get the support you need. With Shopee Cares, you shop, we help.

Southeast Asian Countries Come Together Towards a #BetterFuture4BreastCancer

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 Together in Hope, Together in Spirit: The 6th Southeast Asian Breast Cancer Symposium is Happening This September

[From left] Giselle Arroyo, ICanServe Volunteer; Kara Magsanoc-Alikpala, Founding President of ICANSERVE Foundation, Inc.; Crisann Celdran, Chairman of the Board; Alya Honasan, breast cancer survivor; Nikoy De Guzman, President of ICANSERVE Foundation, Inc; Teocel Apolona, Project Manager for SEABCS

Medical professionals, healthcare workers, cancer survivors, patient groups, government, researchers from all over the region are convening for the 6th Southeast Asian Breast Cancer Symposium presented by the ICanServe Foundation. This year’s theme is centered on Designing a Better Future for the Global Breast Cancer Community.

Over 50 speakers from different parts of the world including Princess Dina Mired of Jordan, Former President of the Union for International Cancer Control, Dr. Ben Anderson, an internationally recognized leader in cancer control from the World Health Organization, Sec. Paulyn Ubial, former Secretary of the Department of Health, will join moderators and a panel of reactors in a 3-day conference happening on September 23-25. The event will take place on-ground and online, with attendees from all over Southeast Asia.

"It's an opportunity to figure out as a region how best to create and sustain a robust, responsive health system, to project what makes cancer in our region unique, so we are well represented in the global cancer space whether in the creation of global health initiatives, research, clinical trials, advocacy or access to grants. Ultimately, we want all breast cancer patients to have equal access to affordable, quality, timely care," says Kara Magsanoc-Alikpala, ICanServe Founding President.

Alya Honasan, breast cancer survivor, revealed the cover of the ICANSERVE Patient Manual yesterday at the media roundtable for the 6th Southeast Asian Breast Cancer Symposium (SEABCS). The Patient Manual will be launched officially on the last day of SEABCS happening on September 23-25. It will be downloadable for free at the ICANSERVE website. Looking on is ICANSERVE president Nikoy de Guzman.

The ICanServe Foundation is proud to have been invited by the Global Focus on Cancer to be this year’s host and thankful for the support of its partners like the UICC, the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO), ABC Global Alliance, Reach to Recovery International, Philippine College of Surgeons, Philippine Society of Breast Surgeons, Philippine Society of Medical Oncology, Philippine Society of Oncologists, Inc, the Cancer Coalition Philippines, Suandok Breast Cancer Network, Yayasan Kanker Payudara Indonesia, and Shwe Yaung Hnin Si Cancer Foundation.

"As host, ICanServe designed the event and the program with the help of partners," Magsanoc-Alikpala says. "We struck a balance so we would appeal to different stakeholders, including those in the NGO space, not necessarily cancer focused. We have design thinking, social media, organizational management, even artificial intelligence-related topics. For the health professionals, we will introduce mostly new studies and breakthroughs . There are topics for cancer survivors at any point in their journey."

Everyone is welcome to join. Registration is free at https://seabcsphilippines.ph/

SEABCS is made possible by Pfizer, Roche, AIA, Novartis, De Guzman Group, Nutriasia, Unilab, Healthway  Cancer Care Hospital, In the Pink and Globe.

 

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ABOUT SEABCS

The Southeast Asian Breast Cancer Symposium (SEABCS) is a gathering of the region’s cancer survivors, patient advocates, health professionals, researchers, and policy makers in an event to exchange ideas, share successful strategies, the latest in breast cancer, as well as the many challenges that face the breast cancer community on a personal, local and, national, regional and international level.

ABOUT ICANSERVE                                                                                                                                The ICanServe Foundation is a Philippine-based advocacy group of breast cancer survivors and volunteers that co-creates breast cancer control programs with local government as part of its initiative to promote early breast cancer detection, access to accurate diagnosis and timely treatment, survivorship care, palliative care, hospice care and patient navigation.

Top local merchants sell 6x more items at Shopee's 9.9 Super Shopping Day

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Local businesses benefited as shoppers flocked to the e-commerce platform to score mas mura deals on essential items for as low as ₱1 and ₱49 last 9.9

The leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan continues to create memorable shopping experiences at 9.9 Super Shopping Day. Boosted by increased shopper traffic and support from Shopee's platform tools, top local sellers sold 6 times more items on 9 September than on an average day. These seller offerings in turn created more value for customers, who snapped up the best promotions and mas mura prices on items ranging from their daily essentials to the latest gadgets.

Shopee’s 9.9 Super Shopping Day brings more benefits to Filipinos by providing buyers with convenient shopping experiences at the best deals, while helping sellers grow their businesses. Martin Yu, Director at Shopee Philippines shared, “We are committed to benefit online shoppers, by bringing them more joy, value, and excitement every 9.9. This drives us to use our platform to deliver the best value for money with our Mas Mura sa Shopee* offers, and to explore other equally fulfilling possibilities that serve the evolving needs of customers and businesses alike, especially as we gear towards another meaningful year-end shopping season.”

Shoppers secured daily essentials at better deals

Shopee worked with sellers to curate a wide assortment of ₱1 and ₱49 deals, helping users get their money’s worth when they shopped their everyday essentials in Home & Living, Health & Personal Care, and Women's Apparel during 9.9. Filipinos were keen to maximize the available deals in acquiring their daily necessities, with one shopper saving as much as ₱200,000 for essential back-to-school items like a new laptop, laptop accessories, and desk accessories.

Businesses achieved more traffic and a big boost to their sales

Local sellers took advantage of 9.9 to grow their businesses, with one top local merchant from Valenzuela City selling over 400,000 packs of face masks on 9 September alone. Another fashion accessories seller used Shopee Live to engage with their followers, gaining 80,000 views during their 9.9 livestream. Meanwhile, leading brands Uni-Care, Unilever Beauty, and Maybelline also saw a boost in orders as shoppers looked to Shopee for their go-to branded parenting essentials, personal care products, and beauty must-haves.

Shopee’s in-app features brought more value and entertainment to all users

Shoppers were treated to plentiful days of fun from August 26, leading up to a star-studded TV special on September 9. Countless users tuned in to Shopee livestreams 87 million times and engaged with in-app games for over 16 million total plays throughout the 9.9 period.

ShopeePay brought users more convenience and rewards

Filipinos continued to enjoy seamless, value-for-money payments as they took advantage of ShopeePay's ₱1 Load & Data promos, with purchases tripling on 9.9 compared to a regular day. Local shoppers also used ShopeePay to pay off their wish list items on mobile phone accessories, skincare products, and kitchenware sets while payment transactions with various billers doubled during the super shopping day.

To stay updated on the latest mas mura deals and promos, download the Shopee app from leading app stores and follow Shopee Philippines on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube.

New AXA campaign brings ‘Me-Time’ to Asia’s sandwich generation, encouraging them to redefine what it means to be well

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“Make Time For Me-Time” deepens AXA’s commitment to provide tangible and meaningful support

for positive mind health

AXA today launches an Asia-wide campaign encouraging everyone to ‘Make Time For Me-Time’, normalising the importance of making time for yourself because healthcare starts with self-care.

The campaign was inspired by the needs of Asia’s sandwich generation, who are caught between caring for their elderly parents and their children, meaning they find themselves spending their waking hours caring for others. When they do find a few minutes to devote to themselves, they can often feel guilty or ashamed – especially if it means telling someone ‘No’.

This insight reflects AXA’s continued focus on promoting positive mind health both in and out of the workplace. This includes raising awareness of its importance to overall health and breaking down stigma through initiatives like its annual Mind Health and Wellbeing Study, as well as equipping individuals with the tools to improve their own mental wellbeing, such as through its recent Fit to Flourish series that provided a path to developing the 10 skills that underpin good mental health.

“For the sandwich generation in Asia, cultural expectations mean it is normal to spend your waking hours caring for others, whether at home or at work. Yet AXA’s own research and experience in serving our customers shows that self-care is critical to wellbeing and the more you care for yourself, the more you can care for others,” says Gordon Watson, CEO of AXA Asia and Africa. “We therefore want to normalise the importance of taking time out for yourself, free from guilt, as a necessary part of what it means to be well.”

Watch the campaign film

The new integrated campaign is steeped in the science of colour: soft blues help with mental fatigue, red is associated with energy and improving blood circulation, and yellows create a sense of warmth.

To bring this to life, AXA has also collaborated with renowned artist YOSHIROTTEN to create an ‘Art Care Series’. A specially created series of eye, breathing and stretching exercises aim to soothe the body and mind using the science of shape, colour and sound. Ranging from 30-seconds to 15 minutes in length, the outdoor activations will be placed in high-traffic areas to remind people to take time out for themselves.

Experience the Art Care Series

Created by Publicis Groupe Hong Kong, ‘Make Time for Me-Time’ is launching Asia-wide in markets including Hong Kong, Japan, Thailand and the Philippines, with influencers sharing their personal experiences and tips for making time for Me-Time.

Watch the Art Care Eye and Breathing Exercise videos.