Travel Comfortably with UNIQLO’s Travel Essentials

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Japanese global apparel retailer UNIQLO introduces its line of travel essentials, ​​a variety of comfortable, high-quality, and innovative clothing for all types of travel - whether long or short, warm or cold.

“Outfits play a major role in any trip because of the support they bring and the style they add in selfies and OOTD photos. We invite everyone to add UNIQLO to their next travel plans as we constantly innovate our LifeWear items to give more warmth, lightness, and better comfort,” says Geraldine Sia, UNIQLO Philippines’ Chief Operating Officer.

DISCOVER THE NEW TRAVEL ESSENTIALS

Add these pieces to the wardrobe for a better travel experience:

Women’s Ultra Light Down Parka

This parka provides warmth and rain protection thanks to its high-quality down and durable water-repellent coating. Despite its thick quilting, its ultra-light weight feature makes it easy to pack and carry. It also has a pocketable design and includes its own carrying bag.

Now available at Php 3,990.00

Women’s Fluffy Yarn Fleece Full Zip Long Sleeve Jacket

This jacket has been updated in 100% recycled fleece and even the zipper contains reused material. It also features a longer pile fleece for a more fluffy feel and a classic design with set-in sleeves, making it versatile for sports and outdoor. This outerwear provides warmth and comfort especially in cold climate destinations.

Now available at Php 1,490.00

Women’s Woven Combination Puff Short Sleeve T-Shirt

This statement t-shirt made with cotton jersey fabric has puff sleeves that give the ensemble an airy and carefree look. The cropped-length and boxy silhouette add a touch of style perfect for OOTD shots in tourist attractions.

Now available at Php 790.00

Women’s HEATTECH Ultra Stretch High Rise Leggings Pants

Stay fashionable and relaxed with UNIQLO’s leggings pants which are made with an ultra stretch fabric and a warm brushed lining with HEATTECH technology. Its pocket size, stitch works, and button size are expertly designed for a pants-like look. This is the perfect pair of pants for those who love to explore an entire city or tourist spot for the entire day.

Now available at Php 1,490.00

Men’s Smooth Jersey Lined Parka

Unpredictable weather calls for a versatile parka that protects wearers. UNIQLO’s parka features a glossy outer fabric and a jersey lining for a smooth feel. It features a regular fit with sleek shoulders and a perfectly cinched cut from the waist to the hem.

Now available at Php 1,990.00

Men’s Sweat Long Sleeve Pullover Hoodie

The pullover hoodie has been updated with weightier, smoother, and more durable sweat fabric. It features a contoured hood for an even more stylish look. The double-ply thread also adds comfort.

Now available at Php 1,990.00

Men’s Flannel Long Sleeve Shirt

This shirt’s fabric is woven with carefully twisted threads and brushed on both sides to give it a warm, soft, and puffy texture. The fine count thread also produces a thinner and higher quality 100% cotton flannel which makes it versatile and lets the wearer tuck it in or use it as a layer under knits.

Now available at Php 1,490.00

Men’s SUPIMA Cotton Crew Neck Short Sleeve T-Shirt

Trips that call for lots of walking need clothes that keep the wearer at ease. This t-shirt is made with 100% SUPIMA®, a superior type of cotton that represents less than 1% of the fiber grown in the world. It’s twice as strong and softer than regular cotton. This season’s update features a looser fit for a beautiful silhouette.

Now available at Php 590.00

Kids’ HEATTECH Cotton Crew Neck Long Sleeve T-Shirt (Extra Warm)

Keep kids cozy with UNIQLO’s HEATTECH technology, which converts body moisture into heat. The Extra Warm variant is 1.5 times warmer than regular HEATTECH. The brushed 100% cotton and Ultra Stretch fabric give added comfort.

Now available at Php 790.00

Kids’ HEATTECH Leggings

Add another layer of support with HEATTECH Leggings for kids. Because of customer feedback, UNIQLO updated the fabric to a smoother material for greater comfort. Its soft and ultra-stretch fabric has excellent shape retention features. Additionally, the leggings have antimicrobial, odor control, and moisturizing properties.

Now available at Php 590.00

Aside from the wide range of latest HEATTECH pieces, from innerwear to accessories, that have been continually improved in various ways to provide greater comfort and stylish, UNIQLO also launched its HEATTECH filter on Instagram which customers can use to post their photos enjoying the cold season.

To complete customers’ travel essentials, UNIQLO is offering exciting offers and promotions for the whole month of October. One of which is a partnership with the upcoming event, Klook Travel Fest on October 22-23 in Glorietta Activity Center, Makati City. UNIQLO KOL, Team Kramer, will be part of the festivity on October 23 to showcase different styling and wearing with LifeWear for everyone’s traveling needs.

For more information, follow UNIQLO Philippines’ social media accounts, Facebook (facebook.com/uniqlo.ph), Twitter (twitter.com/uniqloph), and Instagram (instagram.com/uniqlophofficial). Customers may also visit UNIQLO Philippines’ website at uniqlo.com/ph and download the UNIQLO APP via Google Play Store or Apple Store.

Globe warns accessing pirated content can be more harmful than people think

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Many go on pirate movie sites thinking they have saved precious bucks. But nothing is ever really free when you access stolen content. As one woman found out, the cost is even higher than even a premium movie ticket.

Marilous Esmas, a housewife from Aliaga, Nueva Ecija, was once fond of accessing free movies online, clicking on links she’d find on Facebook. But what she thought was free content led to harm. Using links to pirated movies, hackers got to access her computer and captured her bank details, stealing all her money in the process.

“Dati po kasi mahilig akong mag-download ng mga free movies sa Facebook. Kapag nakakita ako ng link, kini-click ko na po siya. Nagtataka po ako nung time na ‘yon talagang bumabagal po ‘yung internet namin. ‘Yun pala may nangyayari nang hindi maganda,” Esmas said in sharing about her ordeal.

“Nawalan po ako ng pera sa bangko. Hindi ko po alam kung paano nangyari ‘yon,” she said.

As it turned out, accessing free movies was more costly for the housewife. Her bank found that her account was indeed hacked through these so-called free movie links. She recalled that whenever she would click on the said links, her personal details were auto-filled into information sheets on the site. Further investigation showed that an unregistered company may have also been siphoning money from other people’s accounts, not just Esmas’.

Esmas has learned her lesson, and now opts to subscribe to and pay for legitimate platforms that she knows are secure.

“Nakakadala din kasi. ‘Yung akala ko mas makakatipid ako, ‘yun din po pala mas malaki ang mawawala sa akin,” she said.

Globe continues to warn its customers about rampant online piracy and the danger this poses to all users.

“Online piracy is a problem that unnecessarily exposes people to malware and online threats. We may feel like we’re getting a great deal whenever we access a pirated movie online because it is "free", but the ensuing security risks are far costlier than we think,” said Globe Chief Information Security Officer Anton Bonifacio.

Globe has been undertaking a multi-pronged approach to protect customers against the harmful effects of online piracy. This is in line with its commitment to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, particularly SDG No. 9, which underscores the role of infrastructure and innovation in development.

Aside from blocking validated illegal piracy sites, Globe is also helping educate its customers about becoming more responsible and intelligent custodians of content through its #PlayItRight campaign.

Launched back in 2017, this initiative now covers various industries such as film, music, gaming, digital literacy, and education.

Through its partnership with the Asia Video Industry Association (AVIA) and its membership in AVIA’s Coalition Against Piracy (CAP), Globe is also supporting the campaign for increased protection of the creative industry against piracy-linked phishing.

The group is highlighting the need to revise the country's Intellectual Property (IP) Code through proposed House Bill No. 0799 led by Albay 2nd District Rep. Joey Salceda, which aims to make the country’s patent application system “more attuned to the digital age” and boost the power of regulators against online piracy, among others.

The proposed amendments will empower regulators with “permanent blocking orders, takedown orders, cease-and-desist or disable access orders” against offenders. This is vital especially since the current IP code’s definition of pirated goods does not cover electronic or online content– a loophole that has enabled online piracy to persist.

A recent YouGov 2022 Piracy Landscape Survey commissioned by AVIA’s CAP showed that 61% of local respondents have consumed pirated content. Primary sources cited for these pirated links are social media and messaging platforms at 44%. Other sources of pirated content include streaming and torrent sites at 20%, and illicit streaming devices and apps also at 20%.

NBA forward Herb Jones shares importance of defending your health

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True basketball fans know that defense is just as important as offense. This is embodied by New Orleans Pelicans forward Herb Jones, who was given the NBA All-Rookie Second Team honor for his outstanding performance during the NBA 2021-2022 season. The NBA rookie became a sensation for his impressive defense skills, prompting Pelicans fans to coin the term “not on Herb” to refer to his immovability on the court.

AXA Philippines, one of the leading insurance providers in the country, recently supported longtime partner NBA Philippines and hosted Herb Jones in a fireside chat to talk about his life on and off the court, including how he keeps wellness going in his own life. Here are some of the things we learned from Jones that we can apply in our own lives to better our physical and mental wellbeing:

Good defense requires versatility. Life is full of curveballs – so while planning doesn’t hurt, adapting is just as, if not more, important. If you want to be good at defense, you have to be flexible to change. “[Good defense players] have to be tough minded and just being okay with sometimes losing on some positions. But they have to be ready at all times. They have to be versatile,” shared Jones.

Never dwell on mistakes too long. We will all have our highs and lows. For Jones, he prefers to not dwell on the latter too much. He said, “I try not to get too low if I have a bad performance. I just go back and rewatch the game and try to correct the things that I did wrong and keep trying to do things that I did right.” It’s okay to let yourself feel sad about a loss or a bad day at work, but it’s important to always pick yourself back up, talk to someone, and take what you can learn from these experiences.  Failures are a part of growth.

Rest is an important part of training. Even professional athletes need time to recover, and this is something Jones strictly never misses, especially after grueling matches or intense training sessions. "I try to stretch a lot. I try not to miss any therapy sessions with the team and just stay on top of my massages and get the right amount of sleep,” shared Jones. According to the American Council on Exercise, a leading nonprofit organization certifying health coaches and exercise professionals, recovery is the most important part of any person’s exercise program as it prevents injuries and allows your muscles to adapt to the stresses it just underwent in order to grow stronger.

Stay humble. While there’s nothing wrong with celebrating your well-deserved wins, it's important to not let them get to your head. Jones shared that one thing his parents always told him is that “success can be just as detrimental as failing” if you let it get to you. This can lead to excessive pride, which can cause you to stop working hard and stop learning. “After a good game, I try not to get too high on my performance. I just try to stay even-keeled,” shared Jones.

It’s okay to change paths. Did you know that Jones also played football? While he started playing basketball at four, he also played football in eighth grade but decided to focus solely on basketball. He worked hard throughout his high school years until he earned a college scholarship. Like Jones, we are free to decide which path to pursue and work hard to excel in it.

AXA and NBA Philippines have been partners since 2017 and are one in advocating for the value of powering up your game plan and having a strong defense when it comes to one’s health and wellbeing. Nandy Villar, AXA Philippines Chief Marketing Officer shared, “AXA Philippines’ goal is to make people understand that success is achieved through strength in both mind and body. Through our continuous partnership with NBA Philippines, we hope to instill this thinking to more Filipinos, who are known avid basketball fans, to help them live their life to their fullest potential.”

AXA Philippines encourages everyone to “Keep Wellness Going” by doing what you love while keeping you and your loved ones protected. It promotes enjoying a long, productive, and fruitful life by caring for one’s health and wellbeing.

For more information about AXA Philippines and their products, visit https://www.axa.com.ph/.

The Singing Captain Pitz Beriña's "Pasko Sa Piling Mo" by Vehnee Saturno

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First love never dies. His first love is Music. From being a worker in a cruise ship and in various international companies, Captain Pitz Beriña, known as " The Singing Captain," is now a recording artist. 

"The Singing Captain” is sharing us a Christmas song, "Pasko Sa Piling Mo," a composition of no less than the highly successful composer Vehnee Saturno. "Pasko Sa Piling Mo" is a story of people being far away each other but reunite during Christmas times. "Ang message ng song, since ang "spirit ng Pasko is  oneness, unity, family oriented. It doesnt matter "kahit walang regalo, basta magkasama sa Pasko."

Visit : https://youtu.be/2lB-Bi7oyLM

Christmas Wish

During an exlusve interview with Capt. Pitz held recently, this Christmas, he wish "na mag- materialize lahat ng projects na ginagawa ko ngayon, gusto komg matupad ito ginagawa ko because next to that is I want to do something for other people."

"Now, payback time makapag share tayu, yun talaga ang dream ko. Kung ako mapahintulutan ako ni Lord na mas maging successful pa, next is to help others for whatever needs, sa anong mang paraan na kaya natin magawa sa abot nating kaya, yun ang dream ko," said  Capt.Pitz.

The Past Story

Capt. Pitz shared that that he had always wanted to sing since he was young, to be a singer,  but school first. Even he could not give singing aa shot during his youth, he had to acquire a college education that could be depended on for a regular income that coiuld help support his siblings.  And time past but happily sing with fellow workers during some occassions, parties on the cruise ship. 

And now, he wants him to be an inspiration to his fellow marine people and also to everyone. He earned well as a seafarer for some 20 years. he worked in the maritime industry, rising from the ranks as a seafarer to full-fledged captain, and as an entrepreneur. has  also opened his business enterprise in the petroleum industry, as well as in manpower recruitment and training.

Recording Artist

Few months ago,  busnessman and passionate Capt. Pitz, was promoting his first album. With well lnown, veteran songwriter-record producer Vehnee Saturno, has help him come up with an album His self-titled album, with13 tracks, six are Saturno originals — including “Kita ay Mahal,” “Ika’y Mahal Pa Rin,” “Kubli Mo Ako,” “Kulang Ako,” and the inspirational ballad “May Isang Umaga.”

Passionate Captain

Captain Peter wants to be an inspiration not only to his fellow seafarers but to all people to fulfill their dreams, regardless of age, color of skin or status in life.

He believes in sharing one’s blessing. And be believes that people who achieved success and a certain stature in life like him should feel and know they have the responsibility to share their blessings.

The "SInging Captain", Pitz diligently promoting his songs through the various platforms. 

Visit : https://youtu.be/2lB-Bi7oyLM for more stories on  The Singing Captain Pitz Beriña's "Pasko Sa Piling Mo" by Vehnee Saturno.

‘Extraordinary Attorney Woo’ star Park Eun-bin arrives in Manila for fan meet

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South Korean actress Park Eun-bin, known for her role in the hit series “Extraordinary Attorney Woo,” arrives in Manila on Saturday  for her first fan event in the country.

Photos of her arrival were shared by the social media accounts of the Ninoy Aquino International Airport.

Ninoy Aquino International Airport MIAA on Instagram: "Entertainment: South Korean Actress Park Eun-Bin arrives in Manila today! Famous for her widely hit Netflix television series Extraordinary Attorney Woo, the actress arrived in NAIA Terminal 1 vi

Ninoy Aquino International Airport MIAA on Instagram: "Entertainment: South Korean Actress Park Eun-Bin arrives in Manila today! Famous for her widely hit Netflix television series Extraordinary Attorney Woo, the actress arrived in NAIA Terminal 1 vi Ninoy Aquino International Airport MIAA shared a post on Instagram: "Entertainment: South Korean Actress Park Eun-Bin arrives in Manila today! Famous for her widely hit Netflix television series Extraordinary Attorney Woo, the actress arrived in NAIA

For her first Asian fan tour, Eun Bin is scheduled to hold a fan meet this Sunday at the New Frontier Theater in Cubao, Quezon City.

Aside from her Manila stop, she will also visit Thailand, Singapore, and Japan for her Asia tour.

The South Korean actress plays the lead role in hit K-drama “Extraordinary Attorney Woo," which follows Woo Young Woo, a lawyer with Asperger's syndrome.