Home Credit Brings Abot-Kayang Asenso with Aling Puring Credit Card

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Home Credit Philippines (HCPH), the country’s leading consumer finance company, has partnered with Puregold’s Tindahan ni Aling Puring (TNAP) community to launch the Aling Puring Credit Card powered by Home Credit.

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Aling Puring members can now shop with confidence with premium benefits and offers through the Aling Puring Credit Card   powered by Home Credit

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This partnership underscores a shared commitment to make financial wellness and progress more achievable for Filipinos—empowering families, resellers, and small business owners with greater confidence and control over their budgets.

Designed with the Aling Puring community in mind, the new credit card makes everyday grocery shopping easier, more flexible, and more rewarding across over 500+ Puregold stores nationwide.

“Our partnership with Puregold and Aling Puring goes beyond making shopping easier. It’s about empowering Filipinos by giving them access to financial tools that help make their everyday lives better,” said Zdenek Jankovsky, Chief Business Development Officer and Executive Director of Home Credit Philippines. “Through the Aling Puring Credit Card, we aim to provide Filipino shoppers and small business owners with a smarter, more flexible way to manage their budgets, handle finances confidently, and enjoy more value every time they shop.”

Empowering Every Filipino Shopper

The Aling Puring Credit Card powered by Home Credit is a Visa Classic Contactless card designed to make everyday spending more rewarding and worry-free. Whether restocking store inventory, buying household essentials, or managing daily needs, the card offers unmatched convenience, flexibility, and protection.

Cardholders can enjoy:

· Double points when shopping in any of the 500+ Puregold stores nationwide – earn 2 points for every ₱200 spent, helping them save and earn rewards faster.

· Up to ₱100,000 credit limit and up to 45 days of interest-free purchases for better budget control.

· ₱200 monthly membership fee that unlocks comprehensive protection benefits, including:

o Card protection insurance covering 120% of the outstanding balance.

o ₱500 daily hospital cash benefit and ₱50,000 supplementary health coverage.

o 24/7 telemedicine access, providing peace of mind for health security.

New cardholders can also enjoy a 5% rebate (up to ₱500) on purchases within the first 30 days after activation, along with exclusive Home Credit promotions and special perks for added savings.

Driving Financial Inclusion Together

The collaboration between Home Credit and Tindahan ni Aling Puring (TNAP) community reflects a shared mission to empower Filipino families and small business owners through accessible financial tools and opportunities.

TNAP is Puregold’s customized loyalty and membership program for resellers—sari-sari store owners, karinderyas, canteens, caterers, bulk buyers, wholesalers, and other entrepreneurs. It serves as an avenue for Puregold to fulfill its mission of providing products, services, and business opportunities to Filipino families. Through TNAP, Puregold cultivates loyalty and belonging, helps augment family income, offers free trainings and seminars, and connects start-up businesses with micro-financing institutions—truly fulfilling a promise of partnership and progress in every community.

“At Puregold, our mission has always been to help Filipino families and small business owners succeed,” said Antonio Delos Santos, Vice President for Operations of Puregold. “Through the Tindahan ni Aling Puring program, we’ve long championed our members’ entrepreneurial and financial growth. This partnership with Home Credit brings that purpose even further—making financial wellness more accessible to every Aling Puring member.”

The Aling Puring Credit Card powered by Home Credit is more than just a financial tool—it’s a partnership built on trust, empowerment, and shared progress. With Home Credit and Aling Puring, Abot-Kaya ang Asenso para sa bawat Pilipino.

To know more about the latest updates from Home Credit Philippines, visit its official website, www.homecredit.ph, or get the Home Credit App from Google Play, the App Store, or Huawei AppGallery. You may also follow its official Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok accounts.  

Home Credit Philippines is a financing company duly licensed and supervised by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP).  

No Jump Scares Needed: These Thrillers Are Terrifying Because They Feel Real

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Halloween season usually comes with masked killers, angry spirits, and haunted basements. But sometimes, the most chilling horror doesn’t come from the supernatural. It comes from the very systems people live under every day. In these films and series, fear isn’t delivered through ghosts or demons, but through betrayal, cover-ups, negligence, and the terrifying consequences of unchecked power.

If you’re looking for a pre-Halloween watch list that hits harder because it feels disturbingly possible, here are seven titles on Lionsgate Play that expose the kind of horror that exists in boardrooms, back-alley deals, and everyday lives.

1.    Baghdad Central – A Father Against A Broken System

In post-invasion Iraq, a former police inspector searches for his missing daughter while navigating a city riddled with distrust, shifting alliances, and political manipulation. Every step forward feels dangerous not because of monsters in the night, but because of the uncertainty of who is truly in control. When justice is compromised, survival becomes a crime.

2.    Gaslit – The Cost of Exposing the Truth

Julia Roberts and Sean Penn headline this gripping take on the Watergate scandal, focusing on the individuals who tried to reveal the truth and paid the price. Power is used not just to hide wrongdoing but to erase those who challenge it. The story is proof that systems can erase you before the truth sets you free.

3.    Hightown – When Crime Becomes Part of the Landscape

Set against the deceptively calm backdrop of Cape Cod, a murder linked to the opioid trade exposes a network of drugs, corruption, and moral decay. As one investigator seeks justice, it becomes clear that rot is not just on the streets but within the institutions designed to protect people. When crime and power work together, real justice might not stand a chance.

4.    Dark Waters – Poison That Spreads Quietly

Mark Ruffalo stars in this legal thriller based on a true story of a lawyer uncovering a corporation’s deliberate poisoning of a town’s water supply. The fear here is quiet but suffocating as families unknowingly live through a slow, preventable tragedy.
Not all killers use weapons, some use negligence.

5.    A Very English Scandal – Charm as a Disguise for Cruelty

Hugh Grant plays a charismatic politician whose polished public persona hides manipulation, deception, and an attempted cover-up that spirals out of control. The story is a reminder that the most dangerous villains are often the ones who seem respectable.

6. Mr. Robot – A World Controlled from the Shadows

Rami Malek plays Elliot, a hacker who tries to take down a powerful corporation controlling society’s strings. As he digs deeper, the line between reality and manipulation blurs and the fear comes from realizing that people may already be living inside someone else’s design. Makes you wonder if the villains already own the world.

7.    Deepwater Horizon – Disaster Fueled by Greed

Based on the real 2010 oil rig explosion, this film starring Mark Wahlberg shows how cost-cutting decisions led to one of the worst environmental disasters in modern history. The chaos is explosive, but the true terror lies in knowing it could have been stopped before it even began and when profit matters more than people, tragedy becomes inevitable.

This Halloween, Consider a Different Kind of Scary

These stories don’t rely on supernatural jump scares. Instead, they haunt viewers by revealing worlds shaped by failure, greed, and injustice. They remind us that horror can exist in silence, in indifference, and in choices made behind closed doors.

Stream these powerful real-world thrillers now on Lionsgate Play, available via PLDT Home, Smart and Cignal.

Because sometimes the most frightening stories are the ones that could actually happen.

 

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About Lionsgate Play

Lionsgate Play, a premium streaming service from Lionsgate India and Starz, offers bespoke quality content to its users. It boasts premium and curated content including Premieres, billion-dollar Franchise Movies and binge-worthy Box Sets. Lionsgate Play is accessible to consumers in the Philippines via www.lionsgateplay.com for Php79 monthly with PLDT Home and Php199 quarterly plan with Smart.

A curated selection of Lionsgate Play titles is also available on Cignal Super, the Philippines'  first and only streaming aggregator app. With only One Login, One Subscription, users can watch content from multiple streaming apps for only P799/month (Premium+ Plan) or P499/month (Premium Plan).

For more information about Lionsgate Play Philippines, visit lionsgateplay.com and follow them on Facebook and Tiktok.

Golden Haven Pet Crematorium Now in Cebu

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Golden Haven proudly announces that its Pet Crematorium in Cebu City is now open and fully operational, extending compassionate memorial care for beloved pets to the Visayas region.

Located at Golden Haven Memorial Park, Binaliw, Cebu City, this is the company’s first pet crematorium in the Visayas and its third nationwide. The facility provides a dignified and respectful way for fur parents to bid farewell to their cherished companions, reflecting Golden Haven’s commitment to offering meaningful and compassionate aftercare services.

“As fur parents, we understand that pets are truly family,” says Ms. Emy Lustado, VisMin Operations Head. “Golden Haven Pet Crematorium ensures that owners have a place and a service through which they can say goodbye with love, dignity, and respect.”

With the opening of its Cebu facility, Golden Haven continues to uphold its Gold Standard in Memorial Care, providing world-class services not only for families but also for their loyal furbabies.

For inquiries, visit Golden Haven Pet Crematorium Cebu at Golden Haven Memorial Park, Binaliw, Cebu City, or call (0999) 226 3731. To learn more about Golden Haven and its services, visit www.goldenhaven.com.ph.

Dive Deeper, Live Smarter with Groundbreaking 150m Diving Smartwatch: HUAWEI WATCH Ultimate 2 Now in the Philippines from PHP 44,999[

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HUAWEI redefines luxury performance with the HUAWEI WATCH Ultimate 2, a premium smartwatch that merges Swiss-level craftsmanship, innovative smartwatch diving communication technology, and professional-grade health mastery in one masterpiece of engineering.

Built for those who demand sophistication and strength in equal measure, the HUAWEI WATCH Ultimate 2 performs as beautifully underwater as it does on land, setting a new benchmark for luxury adventure wearables. Available in two distinct colorways, each model embodies a different spirit of adventure that comes with different straps. The Blue model, inspired by the ocean, features an extra-long blue-and-white ceramic bezel with woven, titanium, and diving straps. The Black model, drawing from the design of mountain expedition compasses, sports a black-and-red ceramic bezel with an extra-long black strap and diving strap.

Despite their unique designs, both share the same commitment to durability, precision, and timeless elegance. The Black model is priced at PHP 44,999, while the Blue model retails at PHP 54,999.

With this new launch, HUAWEI continues to expand the possibilities of smart luxury—empowering explorers, divers, and adventurers to push further with confidence, precision, and style.

Sleek Elegance for Extremes

Precision-engineered from Zirconium-based Liquid Metal, a material stronger and more corrosion-resistant than titanium, the HUAWEI WATCH Ultimate 2 combines the endurance of a professional tool watch with the refinement of Swiss-inspired craftsmanship. Its Dual-Color Nanocrystal Ceramic bezel and Sapphire Glass display ensure both brilliance and resilience in even the harshest environments—whether scaling peaks or exploring the depths.

Revolutionary Underwater Smartwatch Communication

Breaking new ground in wearable technology, the HUAWEI WATCH Ultimate 2 supports multiple diving modes—including recreational, technical, and freediving—while being certified safe for operation up to 150 meters underwater. Remarkably, even at such depths, its microphone and speaker remain fully functional, making it the most advanced diving smartwatch ever made.

Its 1.5-inch LTPO AMOLED display delivers 3500 nits of brightness, offering unmatched visibility even in sunlit or underwater conditions. Using sonar-based technology, the HUAWEI WATCH Ultimate 2 revolutionizes underwater communication, letting divers send texts, emojis, or SOS alerts up to 60 meters away, replacing tank taps and hand signals with clear, instant warnings. This feature ensures safer, more connected dives without external gear. More than a smartwatch, it’s a vital lifeline for the deep.

Ultra-Precise Navigation Fuels Your Adventures

Beyond diving, the HUAWEI WATCH Ultimate 2 delivers elite-level performance for explorers and athletes alike. The new Sunflower Positioning System achieves 99% accuracy, comparable to professional navigation tools. Expedition Mode supports hikers and trail runners with offline maps, waypoint markers, and route-back navigation, while Golf Mode offers access to over 17,000 course maps with immersive infinite zoom for detailed play.

The smartwatch seamlessly integrates with Strava, syncing activities for detailed tracking and progress analysis. Powering these advanced capabilities is Smart Battery Management, which ensures up to 11 days of battery life and extended operation in Power-Saving Mode. With eSIM calling, AI noise cancellation, and enhanced NFC. Alongside GCash Watch Pay for HUAWEI and Android devices with iOS support coming soon,[1] [2] [3] [4]  users can stay connected and mobile-ready—no phone required.

Your Complete Health Data A Touch Away

At its core, the HUAWEI WATCH Ultimate 2 is a health companion built for simplicity and precision. Powered by the new TruSense System, its X-Tap Fingertip Scan delivers a complete health report in just 60 seconds. Monitoring up to 11 key indicators—including ECG, SpO₂, temperature, heart rate, and stress—it transforms everyday wellness into a seamless experience.

The Health Glance interface provides instant visual summaries of your wellbeing, while High Altitude Monitoring and Fall Detection 2.0 ensure safety in all conditions. From deep dives to mountain climbs, every heartbeat, breath, and movement is measured, analyzed, and protected.

Exclusive First Sales Rewards

From October 24 to November 30, 2025, buyers can enjoy exclusive launch rewards worth over PHP 13,000 with every purchase of the HUAWEI WATCH Ultimate 2. Each unit includes a HUAWEI FreeBuds Pro 4 worth PHP 10,999, a 3-month HUAWEI Health+ membership valued at PHP 387, and a 1-year extended warranty with 2 years of accidental damage protection worth PHP 1,999—available across all channels.

For offline buyers, a PHP 4,000 trade-in token is offered for eligible devices, while online customers through HUAWEI Store, Shopee, Lazada, and TikTok Shop can enjoy digital Early Bird Vouchers[5] [6] [7] [8]  worth PHP 2,000 which are redeemable until November 22, 2025. Those who paid an early deposit of PHP 500 during pre-order receive an additional PHP 3,000 discount.

Flexible payment options are available through Home Credit (18 months) and Credit Card Installments (24 months), ensuring that every adventurer can experience HUAWEI’s most advanced smartwatch yet.

Experience the Ultimate Companion for Life’s Adventures

The HUAWEI WATCH Ultimate 2 is more than a smartwatch—it’s a statement of mastery, courage, and endurance. Combining 150-meter dive certification, independent underwater messaging, and comprehensive health intelligence, it redefines the limits of wearable innovation.

To learn more about HUAWEI WATCH Ultimate 2, visit HUAWEI’s official website or social media accounts (Facebook | Instagram). Pre-order now via Shopee, Lazada, TikTok Shop, HUAWEI Experience Stores, and the HUAWEI Online Store.

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The Bloomfields return with “Balikan,” a nostalgic ode to simpler times

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Just a month after dropping “Pink Skies,” The Bloomfields are back with “Balikan,” a luminous new track that yearns for the beauty of simpler days: a time when moments were lived, not streamed.

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The song gathers an all-star ensemble as sessionists, including Benjie Santos of The Jerks on drums, Rey Abella on keyboards, and Kakoy Legaspi on lead guitars.

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Brimming with nostalgia and reflection, “Balikan” conveys the universal longing to return to the glorious memories of the past while rediscovering its warmth.

“This song is about that sudden realization of how quickly time passes—and the longing to return to those simpler days,” shares Nathan Abella, the band’s rhythm guitarist. “It all started with something as ordinary as hanging out in a parking lot with old friends, which sparked a wave of nostalgia.”

Produced by Lakan Hila, the band’s keyboardist and lead guitarist, “Balikan” radiates with rich, lush textures and melodic sensibilities that recall George Harrison’s timeless sound and the dreamy hues of late ‘60s and early ‘70s psychedelia. The result is both classic and contemporary, unraveling a sonic tapestry that doesn’t feel out of place regardless of the era it was released in.

The Bloomfields bassist Louie Poco explains, “It’s something peaceful and easy to listen to, playful yet solemn. It captures a nostalgic feeling that takes you back to the good, old days.”

Adding to the song’s intricate concoction is an all-star lineup of legendary Filipino sessionists: Benjie Santos of The Jerks on drums, Rey Abella on keyboards, and Kakoy Legaspi lending his unmistakable touch on lead guitar. Their artistry, honed by decades of musical craftmanship, infuses “Balikan” with depth, soul, and verve.

“It’s a sound that steps outside the usual Bloomfields character,” Poco explains. “You can really feel the different personalities blending together in this track.”

The Bloomfields’ “Balikan” is out now on all digital music platforms worldwide via Lily Stars Records.