Jobstreet by SEEK partners with TESDA for the 2024 Philippine National Skills Competition, upholding employability for future job-seekers

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SHS and TVET learners attend a career guidance talk with Jobstreet by SEEK and WorldSkills Philippines by TESDA

Bridging the gap between education and employment, leading online job portal Jobstreet by SEEK has recently partnered with WorldSkills Philippines by Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) in line with th e 2024 Philippine National Skills Competition held at the World Trade Center in Pasay. This collaboration aims to provide Senior High School (SHS) and Technical Vocational Education and Training (TVET) learners with valuable insights into job-seeking skills.

The partnership led by Jobstreet by SEEK and TESDA seeks to expand digital empowerment to SHS and TVET learners, equipping them with career counseling and exploration activities to help them discover their passions and strengths by providing guidance to enhance employability skills such as resume writing and interview strategies, especially in an increasingly digital job landscape.

“I believe that this partnership with WorldSkills Philippines by TESDA serves as a crucial stepping stone for SHS and TVET learners who will eventually become the country’s future workforce,” shared Dannah Majarocon, Managing Director of Jobstreet by SEEK in the Philippines.

“By equipping SHS and TVET learners with the necessary job-seeking and upskilling skills to navigate the country’s increasingly digital job market, we believe that job security in the Philippines can be improved for the years to come. This starts with partnerships with organizations like TESDA, which serve as a primary platform for equipping the necessary skills and knowledge for our future workforce, the youth.”

This collaboration also highlights Jobstreet by SEEK’s Career Hub, which is a platform within the Jobstreet app that offers guide content for job-seekers, touching on tips regarding upskilling, reskilling, and improving employability in the job search market. This underscores Jobstreet by SEEK’s unique position not just as a job search platform, but also as a career partner for job-seekers.

The partnership recently came to fruition with a career talk during the 2024 Philippine National Skills competition for SHS and TVET students. The talk featured a variety of topics aimed at empowering SHS and TVET learners with necessary job-seeking skills in the face of a digitalizing job market. This included a resume-building and job interview panel with speaker Anni Basinga, Country HR Manager of Jobstreet by SEEK in the Philippines; a panel on remote work with a mock interview for participants facilitated by Mia Juan, a popular social media content “edu-creator”, and a talk on overseas work by Product Specialist of WorkAbroad and host, Marc Paredes.

Anni Basinga, Country HR Manager of Jobstreet by SEEK in the Philippines, gives a talk on career guidance, highlighting Jobstreet’s digital platform

“With Jobstreet by SEEK’s platform, we are using the power of AI for better talent matches. We use AI to check your resumes which will then be matched to job ads, making sure that the jobs you can apply for are jobs that thoroughly match your skill sets. This is what we mean when we say AI enhancement, that we use the power of technology to help you find the jobs that are right for you. This is the type of digital empowerment that future jobseekers need,” explained Basinga.

Jobstreet by SEEK continues to uphold its commitment to equipping future job-seekers and employees like SHS and TVET students with the necessary skills to improve their employability as job searching continues to be more competitive in the country. Jobstreet by SEEK further supports this with its state-of-the-art digital platforms such as Career Hub, and SEEK’s AI-driven job matching platform that opens opportunities for potential employees to match their skill set to a career they want to pursue in the future.

Learn more about Jobstreet by SEEK by visiting https://www.jobstreet.com.ph/.

HONOR Wins 39 Media Awards at IFA 2024

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Berlin, Germany – Global technology brand HONOR showcased its technological leadership with multiple innovative products, earning 39 "Best of IFA" awards. The HONOR Magic V3 redefines foldable smartphones with its ultra-thin 9.2mm unfolded profile. The HONOR MagicBook Art 14 features a unique detachable camera, balancing visual experience and privacy in ultralight laptops. The HONOR MagicPad2 impresses with its 12.3-inch OLED display, spatial audio, and eye protection technology. These devices highlight HONOR's commitment to cutting-edge design and human/centric innovation across diverse product categories.

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Cutting-edge innovations highlight HONOR's commitment to user-centric technology

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The HONOR Magic V3's first appearance on the global stage at IFA 2024 has garnered significant praise from leading global tech media. TechRadar awarded the device "Best of IFA 2024", noting "It absolutely wild to hold it in hand and feel how thin it is." This sentiment was echoed by Trusted Reviews, which highlighted the Magic V3's groundbreaking 9.2mm thickness, stating "This is up there with the thinnest foldables we’ve ever held, and it feels all the better for it." The buzz continued with Android Authority, which emphasized the Magic V3's potential to reshape the foldable market, remarking " The HONOR Magic V3 is the world's thinnest book-style foldable". These accolades from respected tech authorities underscore HONOR's successful push to the forefront of foldable technology, with the HONOR Magic V3 setting new benchmarks for design and functionality in the competitive flagship device landscape.

The HONOR MagicBook Art 14 has also captured the attention of leading tech media at IFA 2024. XDA Developers highlighted the perfect balance between display quality with the innovative detachable camera, noting "The simple ingenuity of this idea is the kind of idea I love to see companies try." Yanko Design was also particularly impressed by its industry-leading innovative design, commenting "HONOR just Killed Apple’s MacBook Notch in the Best Way." These comments highlight HONOR's commitment to innovation, positioning the MagicBook Art 14 as a frontrunner in the competitive ultralight laptop market.

The HONOR MagicPad2 also received high acclaim at IFA 2024, with top-tier tech media lauding its exceptional audiovisual capabilities and advanced eye protection technology. Focusing on the productivity and visual performance, Android Headlines commended that "HONOR's new MagicPad2 is the most-powerful Android Tablet on the market ". Les Numeriques was impressed by the tablet's immersive productivity experience, stating the HONOR MagicPad2 is "a high-end tablet with AI to boost productivity".

The enthusiastic reception of HONOR's latest innovations at IFA 2024 underscores the brand's unwavering commitment to pushing technological boundaries and delivering exceptional user experiences.

Nursing Board Exam Topnotcher Swears By Glutaphos

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Pascual Consumer Healthcare Corp Division Head for Vitamins, Minerals and Supplements Valerie Anne Tan Sison awards Aristotle Castronuevo his year's supply of Glutaphos as a way of thanking the Nursing Board topnotcher for trusting Glutaphos in his academic journey.

Pascual Laboratories, Inc. (PascualLab)’s brain vitamin brand Glutamic Acid + Dicalcium Phosphate + Thiamine Hydrochloride (Vit B1) + Cyanocobalamanin (Vit B12) (Glutaphos) recently gifted 2023 Nursing Board topnotcher Aristotle Castronuevo a year’s supply plus other PascualLab products, for his personal testimonial about the neurotonic. Pascual Consumer Healthcare Corp Division Head for Vitamins, Minerals and Supplements Valerie Anne Tan Sison personally thanked the Bicol – Mindoro native who attributes his recent board success partly to Glutaphos which was introduced by friends who were also taking the exam back in 2023. 

“Sa tingin ko nakatulong po sa akin ang Glutaphos sa pag-achieve ng dreams ko na makapasa, kaya I want to spread the word -- nakatulong talaga siya for me and gusto kong makatulong sa iba,” Castronuevo muses. Glutaphos has Glutamic Acid + Dicalcium Phosphate + Thiamine Hydrochloride (Vitamin B1) + Cyanocobalamin (Vit B12) that helps improve mental performance. ¹,²(with good study habits, proper diet and exercise). 

Glutaphos is available in all leading drugstores and supermarkets nationwide and at PascualLab’s official Lazada and Shopee stores.

#ParaSaBrainTibay 

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IF SYMPTOMS PERSIST, CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR.

Sources:

¹Grober U, Kisters K, Schmidt J. Neuroenhancement with Vitamin B12 –Underestimated Neurologic Significance. Nutrients.2013. 5:5031 –5045.

²Bourre JM. The effects of nutrients (in food) on the structure and function of the nervous system: Update on dietary requirements for the brain. Part 1. Micronutrients. The Journal of Nutrition, Health and Ageing.2006. 10(5): 377 –385.

Upcoming vivo V40 is co-engineered with ZEISS

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vivo is excited to announce that the much-anticipated V40 will bring something big to the table, a camera technology co-engineered with ZEISS, the global leader in optics.

ZEISS, known worldwide for its high-precision lenses used in professional cameras and scientific instruments, has brought its decades of expertise to the vivo V40.

The partnership allows vivo to integrate professional-grade optics into the V40’s camera system, raising the bar for mobile photography in the Philippines.

The continued collaboration from the vivo V30 Pro to the V40 has pushed the boundaries of what smartphone cameras can achieve. The vivo V40 will be packed with ZEISS-powered features that make it easy for users to capture professional-quality photos and videos.

Click HERE to watch vivo’s official video announcement about its partnership with ZEISS for the V40.

One standout feature is the new ZEISS Multifocal Portrait, which brings professional portrait focal lengths to mobile photography. The vivo V40 also offers a variety of ZEISS Style Portraits with various bokeh options, ensuring that every shot has that creative, artistic touch.

In addition to photography, the vivo V40 excels in videography, featuring ZEISS Cinematic Video Bokeh for a film-like feel in videos. The AI-driven depth calculation ensures that the subject stays in focus while creating a natural blur in the background, giving videos a polished, cinematic look.

If you want to know more about vivo V40's ZEISS-powered features, stay tuned for the grand launch on September 18, 2024. Get ready to experience the next level of mobile photography and videography with vivo and ZEISS.

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GrabFood FanFaves 2024 is LIVE: Celebrate the Nation's Culinary Favorites with New Categories

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Grab is thrilled to announce the return of GrabFood FanFaves 2024, Grab's annual campaign that celebrates Filipino foodies’ most loved food items of the year.

Get ready to vote and let your foodie voice be heard as GrabFood FanFaves 2024 touts new categories such as Top Asian, Filipino and Dessert Options. Cast your votes until September 12, 2024 by ordering from your favorite merchants!

"GrabFood FanFaves is more than just a campaign; it's a celebration of the diverse Philippine culinary scene. From well-known brands and international cuisines to our cherished local eateries – we honor them all. These gastronomic gems have been the backdrop for countless Filipino memories, and we're privileged to have GrabFood as a conduit for food enthusiasts to explore more of our rich food culture. Through GrabFood FanFaves, our platform and our dedicated consumers shine a spotlight on those who have made our moments extra special with their exceptional food and offerings," shares Greg Camacho, Grab's Director for Deliveries.

Vote for more merchants under more categories

Over 20 prestigious awards are up for grabs, waiting to be claimed by your favorite GrabFood merchants. Every order you place is a vote, a show of support for your beloved restaurants.

In the National Icons category, we're on the hunt for the best in fried chicken, pasta, burgers, pizza, and more. The nominated items with the highest number of orders will be named Platinum winners, earning a spotlight in an array of in-app features and other media platforms. Not to be outdone, any dish that reaches 10,000 orders will be honored with Gold status.

But that's not all! We're also recognizing fan favorites in Asian, Filipino, and dessert categories, as well as regional food brands that have captured our hearts.

Lastly, for the first time, GrabMart merchants are joining the fray, with our esteemed partners like Coca-Cola, Knorr, Lady’s Choice, Mondelez, and Reckitt/Mead Johnson presenting their own awards.

A Much Appreciated Stamp of Approval

In 2023, hundreds of merchants participated in the GrabFood FanFaves awards, giving deserving merchants the nation’s stamp of approval for their most beloved food and drink items as voted by dedicated GrabFood users.

Millions of users were reached by the campaign, which awarded merchants across different cuisines, offerings, and areas who shared how impactful FanFaves was on their business. Cebu-based Jafar’s Shawarma Station said that “[Being recognized at GrabFood FanFaves 2023] was a wonderful way to highlight our brand as part of a collective community of services and products. Sales, traffic count, and brand awareness increased beyond our expectations. In fact, we had some of our highest sales to date because of the event.” In Mindanao, Davao’s WOW Lechon proudly shared that “securing the Top 1 spot in Mindanao really put us on the map, driving a surge in orders and drawing in many new customers eager to taste our lechon. It gave us a fantastic chance to connect with our community and solidify our reputation as the go-to place for lechon.”

These 2023 highlights attest to GrabFood FanFaves’ positive impact on the business of Filipino entrepreneurs as enabled by its highly active base of foodies.

Enjoy special promos when you vote

With the expansion of categories and prizes also comes a stamp card promo for GrabFood users to encourage voting. Ordering from a FanFaves-nominated merchant not only counts as a vote, but also grants the user up to P70 off on their 3rd order, P80 off on the 5th order, and P90 off on the 8th order.[1] Rewards also await those with the highest number of orders from the merchants that will be hailed as Platinum winners. These top supporters will receive a month's worth of supply from those that they’ve supported.

For more information about GrabFood FanFaves 2024, you may visit https://grabfanfaves.com.

[1] Orders must be a minimum of P600.