July 8, 2024

The Straw Hats return to South Africa to begin production on Season 2 of the global sensation One Piece, confirming returning cast members

Netflix announced the start of production on Season Two of the beloved live action adventure One Piece with a cast video reuniting the original Straw Hat crew, IƱaki Godoy (Monkey D. Luffy), Mackenyu (Zoro), Emily Rudd (Nami), Jacob Romero (Usopp) and Taz Skylar (Sanji) as they come back together in Cape Town.




  • Returning cast from Season One also include: Ilia Isorelys Paulino as Alvida, Jeff Ward as Buggy, Michael Dorman as Gold Roger.
  • Previously announced new cast members joining season two include Brendan Sean Murray as Brogy, Callum Kerr as Smoker, Camrus Johnson as Mr. 5, Clive Russell as Crocus, Daniel Lasker as Mr. 9, David Dastmalchian as Mr. 3, Jazzara Jaslyn as Miss Valentine, Julia Rehwald as Tashigi, Rob Colletti as Wapol, Ty Keogh as Dalton, and Werner Coetser as Dorry.
  • Additional cast to be announced at a later date.
  • ONE PIECE is a live action pirate adventure created in partnership with Shueisha and produced by Tomorrow Studios (an ITV Studios partner) and Netflix.
  • Co-Showrunners / Writers / Executive Producers: Matt Owens & Joe Tracz
  • Executive Producers: Eiichiro Oda, Marty Adelstein and Becky Clements through Tomorrow Studios, Tetsu Fujimura, Chris Symes and Steven Maeda


About ONE PIECE:
Based on Japan’s highest-selling manga series in history by Eiichiro Oda, ONE PIECE is a legendary high-seas adventure unlike any other. Monkey D. Luffy is a young adventurer who has longed for a life of freedom since he can remember. Luffy sets off from his small village on a perilous journey to find the legendary fabled treasure, ONE PIECE, to become King of the Pirates! But in order to find the ultimate prize, Luffy will need to assemble the crew he’s always wanted before finding a ship to sail, searching every inch of the vast seas, outpacing the Marines, and outwitting dangerous rivals at every turn.


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July 7, 2024

Students from Ilocos and Cebu crowned national champions of the prestigious AYDA Awards 2023/2024



The AYDA Awards 2023/2024, brought to life by Nippon Paint, witnessed a remarkable showcase of talents nationwide. Bnn Anjelo Tadeja, an Architecture student from University of Northern Philippines, Vigan City, Ilocos Sur and Maureen Abegail Mendoza, an Interior Design student from University of San Carlos, Cebu City emerged as the National Winners for their outstanding design projects, “BILAG: From Scattered to Gathered Space for Sunbathed Grains” and “KITA-KITA: A Resilient Community Center” under the categories of Architectural and Interior Design.

The winners captivated judges and audiences alike with their thoughtful approach to design, which seamlessly merged innovation with social consciousness. Their winning submission not only demonstrated creativity but also offered innovative solutions addressing real-life issues. Aligned with the theme - CONVERGE: Championing Purposeful Designs, the National Winners displayed passion in their designs with integrated solutions that are impactful to the society while advancing the field of design.


The exciting journey for Bnn Anjelo and Maureen Abegail will continue at the AYDA Awards international finale in Chennai, India, from 3-5th of July. As the National Winners, they will proudly represent Philippines at the global stage, competing against the other national winners from across the world (Refer to Appendix I for more details). The ultimate winners will be awarded the prestigious title of 'Designers of the Year' and will have the opportunity to participate in the June 2025 cohort of the Harvard University’s Graduate School of Design's Design Discovery Program, a three-week fully funded opportunity of up to USD10,000. The AYDA Awards also honours outstanding achievements in various categories such as the Best Mentor Award, the Nippon Paint Colour Award, the Best Sustainable Design Award, and the Best Design Impact Award.

The AYDA Awards 2023/2024 attracted an impressive array of entries, totalling over 6,000 submissions from top tertiary education institutions globally. This session will feature esteemed judges from reputable architectural and interior design firms (Refer to Appendix II for more details). Chen Lee Siong, general manager, Nippon Paint (Coatings) Philippines, Inc., expressed delight in the exceptional talent showcased at the national level award, stating, "It has brought us so much joy to see these young designers thrive. It is truly inspiring to witness how all participants produced designs that contributed positively to their community. I am optimistic that our local designers will continue to embrace and contribute towards this transformative direction."

Cultivating Socially Conscious Design Leaders

The AYDA Awards acknowledges the significance of socially conscious design choices, placing emphasis on the societal and environmental consequences of design decisions. With a worldwide footprint extending to over 20 countries and regions, it aims to empower designers to enact change through their designs. The AYDA Awards is dedicated to cultivating creativity and interpersonal skills through its group and one-on-one coaching, mentoring the finalists all the way to the finale. The award is more than just a contest; it's a cornerstone of Nippon Paint's corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiative, under the Education pillar, where Nippon Paint vows to provide access to education through a collaborative learning platform and art & colour educational programmes. Participation is entirely free, ensuring that financial barriers never hinder aspiring designers from realising their full potential and giving back to their communities.

Reflecting on his journey, Bnn Anjelo Tadeja, shared, “AYDA taught me not only to design for the present but also to envision designs for the next ten years. More than just a competition, AYDA is a platform that not only looks into the aesthetics and technical aspects of architecture but also promotes advocacy to address community issues. Competing at this level has been thrilling and inspiring. I applaud Nippon Paint for giving students like me a chance to make a significant impact with our creations and showcase our talents and advocacy on a global stage. This is a moment I will cherish forever.”

Maureen Abegail Mendoza, added, “My experience as the Philippine representative to the AYDA Awards 2023 for Interior Design has been incredibly rewarding. AYDA taught me valuable lessons and experiences that I can apply both personally and within my community. It’s not just about talents, skills, or creativity. It's about the impact you make on your community and designing for a better world. We are excited to represent the Philippines at the global competition and showcase our vision to the world.

The AYDA Awards, initiated in 2008 by Nippon Paint, has evolved into one of the architecture and interior design industry’s premier awards, receiving over 59,000 entries from 1,200 tertiary education institutions across 20 countries and regions. Concurrently, the event will be held alongside Nippon Paint’s Creative Colour Awards 2023/2024, which serves to recognise the significance of colour in architecture and interior design. To watch the international finale of the AYDA and CCA Awards, tune in to the links below:
[5 July] – 2023/2024 International Finale Award CeremonyPast AYDA Awards sessions are also available on AYDA’s YouTube channel.

For more information on the AYDA and CCA Awards, visit www.ayda-awards.com & www.creativecolourawards.com or their social pages: AYDA’s Instagram Page, LinkedIn Page & CCA’s Instagram Page, LinkedIn Page.

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About AYDA Awards
The AYDA Awards, formerly known as the Asia Young Designer Awards, initiated in 2008 by Nippon Paint, aims to cultivate the next generation of Architectural and Interior Design talents globally. With over 59,000 entries from 1,200 tertiary institutions across 20 countries and regions, it stands as a premier design accolade. AYDA facilitates cross-learning, networking, and mentorship among students and industry leaders. Through workshops, coaching sessions, and interactions with renowned figures, participants gain invaluable insights and skills. The platform fosters a tight-knit design community, uniting professionals, associations, schools, and students. AYDA continually challenges young designers to push their creative boundaries, offering transformative experiences and unparalleled opportunities for growth.


About Creative Colour Awards
Creative Colour Awards recognises colour excellence in works of spatial designers and space owners around the world – celebrating outstanding and innovative use of colours through coatings in commercial, residential and public spaces. By curating and putting together a collection of brilliantly designed spaces with colour as the core design language, the annual colour competition will elevate the importance of colours in paints and coatings amongst industry experts.


About Nippon Paint
NIPPON PAINT PHILIPPINES, INC (NPP) was established in 1976 in Manila. With growing paint demands in the 90's, a bigger plant was set up in Cabuyao, Laguna, South of Manila in 1996 with an estimated capacity of 2,500tons/month. In 1995, Paint Marketing Company Philippines Inc. was established as the exclusive and sole distributor of Nippon Paint products. NIPPON PAINT PHILIPPINES is an ISO 9001:2000 and 14001:2004 certified company. With these certifications, the company can guarantee that all of its products conform to international quality standards wherein they undergo strict quality control in every stage of production, from raw material preparation to packing. The Company operates in compliance with Philippines and international environmental protection rules and regulations. Visit https://www.nipponpaint.ph/ for more information.

Nippon Paint – We are Inspired by You.


About NIPSEA Group (Subsidiary of Nippon Paint Holdings Co.)

NIPSEA Group is a global leader, providing innovative solutions in the paint and coatings industry. Headquartered in Singapore, with 147 NIPSEA companies spread throughout 28 geographical locations, the group is Asia Pacific’s No. 1 paint and coatings manufacturer in both production and sales revenue. After more than 60 years of growth, NIPSEA Group has over 29,000 employees with 121 manufacturing facilities and operations, efficiently serving all aspects of the business, from production to customer satisfaction.

With a focus on maximising value to our customers, we push boundaries to deliver high quality solutions that work better for all our partners, tradesmen, and homeowners. The NIPSEA Group’s arsenal of solutions for the industry covers Architectural, Industrial, Automotive and Marine Coatings, as well as a range of products beyond the world of paint and coatings. We have an unyielding drive to focus on customers, providing innovation that works best for all our stakeholders.

More information about NIPSEA Group https://nipsea.group/

Save Big During realme’s 7.7 Sale With Special Offers on TikTok, Shopee, and Lazada

Get exclusive deals with up to P6,300 OFF on realme items along with various limited-time freebies

realme has geared up for the 7.7 Sale, where the Squad can expect exclusive discounts across a wide range of realme products and exciting TechLife freebies, making this sale the perfect opportunity for them to upgrade their tech arsenal. From hardcore gamers to those looking to upgrade their everyday phone, realme's 7.7 sale ensures a perfect device for everyone.

realme TikTok 7.7 Mid-Year Markdown Sale

realme is thrilled to provide incredible discounts for fans at the TikTok 7.7 Mid-Year Markdown Sale, running until July 7 only. The realme 11 (8GB+256GB) is now priced at just P9,799 (SRP P13,199), and the realme C51 (4GB+128GB) is available for only P4,899 (SRP P6,499). As a bonus, exclusive freebies come with every purchase for a limited time. Below is a list of items available on Tiktok and their corresponding freebies.

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ProductSRPTikTok 7.7 Sale Checkout PriceFreebie
realme GT 6P34,999P29,199realme Buds T300 + realme Care
realme C67 (8GB+128GB)P9,999P7,149TechLife Buds Classic 2 + Tempered Glass
realme C67 (8GB+256GB)P10,999P8,349
realme 11P13,999P8,999TechLife 5000mAh Power Bank
realme C53 (6GB+128GB)P7,999P5,649Smartphone case and tempered glass
realme C53 (8GB+256GB)P8,999P6,599
realme Pad 2 (6GB+128GB)P13,999P9,979Leather Pad Case
realme Pad 2 (8GB+256GB)P17,999P11,779

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Shopee 7.7 Mid-Year Sale 

The 7.7 Mid-Year Sale will run from July 7-10 on its official Shopee store. Members of the Squad can enjoy up to P6,200 off on select products and exclusive TechLife freebies on select realme products, available only for a limited time. 

During the sale period, the newly launched realme GT 6 can be scored at only P29,799 (SRP P34,999). Additionally, the Squad should also watch out for the realme C67 as its 8GB+128GB storage variant can be purchased at a discounted price of P7,199 (SRP P9,999), while the 8GB+256GB storage variant will be up for grabs for only P8,649 (SRP P10,999).

To make the Shopee 7.7 Mid-Year Sale even more fun, realme offers limited quantities of P600 OFF Shopee vouchers exclusively for realme C53. Fans can redeem the said voucher together with the platform’s 15% OFF Shopee Mega Discount Voucher so they can score the realme C53 6GB+128GB storage variant for only P4,292 (SRP P7,999) and the realme C53 (8GB+256GB) for P5,014 (SRP P8,999).

To make the most of the sale campaign, see below for the complete list of offers that will be available with the corresponding freebies.

Lazada 7.7 Mega Sale 

For realme’s Lazada 7.7 Mega Sale, fans can save up to P6,300 OFF and make the most of the exclusive limited-time offers from July 7-11. On top of the discounts, some vouchers and coins can be collected upon checkout. 

This sale campaign is the perfect time for the Squad to finally get their hands on the newly released products of realme. See below for the complete list of offers.


To know more about other exciting realme offers, customers can visit the realme official website and Facebook page.


July 6, 2024

Is Global Star Yang Yang coming to PH for the AI Portrait Master HONOR 200 on July 17?

Leading smart devices provider, HONOR, has officially named the Heartthrob Yang Yang as the Global Ambassador for HONOR 200. Much to the delight of his fans, the AI Portrait Master HONOR 200 Series is officially arriving in the Philippines on July 17, 2024 which will be telecasted live on Facebook: https://bit.ly/H200YangYang_PR.

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Catch the launch of the AI Portrait Master on Facebook on July 17: https://bit.ly/H200YangYang_PR and get a chance to win your own HONOR 200!

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“HONOR takes pride in being the ultimate leader in smartphone portrait photography, transforming mobile imaging with the HONOR 200 Pro's advanced AI capabilities. Combined with its powerful hardware performance, the HONOR 200 Pro offers an exceptional level of convenience and enjoyment for users who enjoy capturing and preserving moments of their lives,” HONOR Philippines Vice President Stephen Cheng said.

Yang Yang is one of the most sought-after Asian actors and has appeared in Jackie Chan’s 2020 film Vanguard and led hit series Fireworks of My Heart, You Are My Glory, and The King’s Avatar. He joined HONOR as its global ambassador during the launch of HONOR 90 5G and has continued for the AI Portrait Master HONOR 200.

Specifically crafted to redefine users' future lifestyles, the all-new HONOR 200 Pro is the newest member of the renowned HONOR N Series with robust performance and professional portrait capability. The HONOR 200 Pro enhances smartphone experiences with its AI-empowered portrait photography features, immersive display, powerful hardware performance, modern design, and human-centric experience, rivaling any accessible flagship device currently on the market.

Excited for the AI Portrait Master? Catch it live on Facebook on July 17: https://bit.ly/H200YangYang_PR and get a chance to win your very own HONOR 200! Stay tuned for the full mechanics on HONOR Philippines’ social media platforms: (Facebook.com/HonorPhilippines), (Instagram.com/honorph/) and TikTok Shop: (Tiktok.com/@honorphilippines). To check out HONOR’s complete list of retail stores, go to https://www.hihonor.com/ph/retailers/.

30 Years of Forging Legacy in the Philippines

Sika Philippines recently celebrated its 30th anniversary in the Philippines. The day of commemoration took place with the company’s new Plant and Office Inauguration at Palingon-Tipas, Taguig City in the morning, followed by the annual Customers Night at The Marriott Grand Ballroom, Pasay City.

Sika executives and invited VIPs during the ribbon cutting at the Sika Taguig Plant inauguration

Close to 200 people attended the day’s events, consisting of Sika’s customers gathered from Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao – all instrumental to Sika Philippines’ three-decades successful operations in the country.

National and local government agencies were also in full-support which saw attendance from: Department of Transportation (DOTR) Undersecretary for Railways Jeremy Regino; DOTR Undersecretary for Air Transport Bobby Lim; Department of Public Works and Highway - Bureau of Research and Standards (DPWH-BRS) Director Reynaldo Faustino; and Taguig City Business Permit Licensing Office Head Atty. Maria Theresa Veloso. In addition to that, Swiss Ambassador to the Philippines, Dr. Nicolas BrĆ¼hl was also present.

For its part, Sika was led by: Philippines General Manager, Christophe Lejeune; Area Manager Southeast Asia, Gaby El Chaar; and President of Asia Pacific, Philippe Jost.

“Sika has been around for 114 years now this year, with presence in 103 countries across the globe. Over the last six years, we have more than doubled our business in Asia/Pacific and made two major acquisitions globally with the recent Parex and MBCC acquisitions respectively. This new Taguig plant gives us great hope that the future is bright for the Philippine construction and infrastructure”, said Philippe Jost.

“We thank Sika for this confidence in helping us to bring back the Philippines to the rail map of Asia and all over the world. We hope that through the solutions and offerings of Sika Philippines, this will spark an upward movement, specifically in the development of railways in the Philippines,” said DOTR Undersecretary Jeremy Regino.

Meanwhile, DOTR Undersecretary Bobby Lim recognized Sika Philippines as “staying true to the event program’s banner of Forging Legacy, supporting the country in infrastructure development. “

Ambassador Dr. Nicolas BrĆ¼hl added praise of the plant establishment – “confident that this new Sika Taguig plant would serve as beacon of Swiss innovation, showcasing progress and quality.”

To cap the day, the team at Sika celebrated with business partners and various stakeholders at the Marriott Grand Ballroom for a night of socials and entertainment – through its annual tradition of Customers Night.

“Our customers and employees are what fuels Sika’s success in the Philippines. Our sincerest gratitude to the men and women who were part of Sika Philippines’ 30-year success in the country. With the support from our customers, our regional and global leaders, and our partners in both government and private sectors, Sika Philippines is here to continue forging legacy, riding on the Philippines’ growth in the coming years ahead,” concluded Christophe Lejeune, General Manager Sika Philippines.

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SIKA CORPORATE PROFILE
Sika is a specialty chemicals company with a globally leading position in the development and production of systems and products for bonding, sealing, damping, reinforcing, and protection in the building sector and automotive industry. Sika has subsidiaries in 103 countries around the world and, in over 400 factories, produces innovative technologies for customers worldwide. In doing so, it plays a crucial role in enabling the transformation of the construction and vehicle industries toward greater environmental compatibility. With more than 33,000 employees, the company generated sales of CHF 11.2 billion in 2023.

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