Innovate and Upgrade at the ASUS ROG Grand Tech Fair 2025!

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The biggest ASUS and ROG sale is here – score incredible deals and win amazing prizes starting November 14!

• ASUS ROG Grand Tech Fair 2025 is the brand’s biggest gadget sale, featuring a wide range of devices, with participating laptops and desktops/AIOs eligible for FREE extension of ASUS Premium Care and the nationwide raffle. Registration required.

• ASUS ROG Grand Tech Fair 2025 will also host mall caravans in six (6) SM Cyberzone locations – each with up to PHP 5,000 rebate offers, limited top-up bundles, and event-exclusive freebies.

• 2-Hour Flash Sales will be available at select ASUS and ROG Exclusive Stores nationwide, which will also feature discounts of up to PHP 8,000.

ASUS and Republic of Gamers (ROG) are powering up the holidays with the ASUS ROG Grand Tech Fair 2025, the biggest gadget sale of the season! From November 14, 2025 to January 15, 2026, enjoy incredible year-end deals on Always Incredible laptops, desktops, and other premium devices. Get an ASUS Premium Care Warranty Extension, experience the exclusive 3-day flash sales and giveaways, and score rebates of up to PHP 5,000 – plus, a chance to win a Yamaha Mio Fazzio!

The ASUS ROG Grand Tech Fair includes a wide range of participating products that are eligible for epic rewards. Whether choosing between the stylishly smart laptops of the Zenbook, Vivobook S, and Vivobook 16 Copilot+ PCs and everyday productivity devices from the Vivobook series, or shopping for the next gaming machine from the ever-powerful and durable ROG and TUF Gaming lines, ASUS promises not only a laptop for every kind of user but also epic perks just for the holidays. In addition, the sale also includes ASUS All-in-One PCs (AIO), ASUS Desktops, as well as ROG and TUF Gaming Tower PCs – perfect for those who require a more stationary performance.  

Buy a Laptop or Desktop, Win a Yamaha Mio Fazzio and More

Aside from a free 1-year ASUS Premium Care Warranty Extension worth up to PHP 7,995 across the country, five (5) lucky buyers of eligible ASUS and ROG laptops and desktops will take home incredible prizes to complement their Christmas tech upgrade. Two (2) unique winners will be drawn for the Insta360 X5 Action Cameras each worth PHP 32,990, another two (2) will be chosen for the Airwheel SE3SL Smart Electric Luggage worth PHP 40,000 each, and one (1) grand winner will be awarded a Yamaha Mio Fazzio worth PHP 93,900.

Winners will be drawn on January 29, 2026.

3 Exciting Days of Prizes, Freebies, and Up to PHP 5,000 Rebates

The festivities continue nationwide with the ASUS ROG Grand Tech Fair Mall Caravan, a 3-day roadshow showcasing the best of ASUS innovation. Happening across six (6) SM Cyberzone locations, fans and tech enthusiasts can get hands-on with the brand’s incredible lineup of products and win exclusive rewards available only during the event dates.

With just a single receipt from any valid store, the first 30 buyers[1] of each leg will get a chance to win an additional bundle through the scratch-and-win game at the booth. Shoppers from ASUS and ROG Exclusive Stores can also claim GCash rebates[2] directly at the Grand Tech Fair Caravan:

• ·         PHP 5,000 GCash rebates on qualified ASUS Copilot+ PCs (Zenbook, Vivobook S, Vivobook 16)
• ·     PHP 3,000 GCash rebates on qualified Vivobook S, Gaming Laptops with RTX 5000 Series GPU (ROG, TUF Gaming, ASUS Gaming), ASUS AIO and Desktops, ROG and TUF Gaming Desktops
• ·         PHP 1,000 GCash rebates on qualified Vivobooks (Classic, Go, Flip, Slate, Gaming), ASUS Gaming       Laptops, ASUS AIO and Desktops
• ·         Up to PHP 1,000 GCash rebates on qualified Gaming Keyboards
• ·         Up to PHP 500 GCash rebates on qualified Gaming Mice, WiFi Routers, Mini PCs
• ·         Up to PHP 100 GCash rebates on qualified Gaming Headsets and Earbuds

Adding to the fun, guests can complete event activities for a chance to spin the wheel and win exclusive ASUS merchandise or even an event-special Blind Box prize! Do not miss the chance to upgrade both gadgets and freebies! Catch the ASUS ROG Grand Tech Fair Mall Caravan:

• ·         SM Cyberzone 2, SM Mall of Asia on November 14-16, 2025
• ·         SM Cyberzone, SM North EDSA on November 28-30, 2025
• ·         SM Cyberzone, SM Pampanga on December 12-14, 2025
• ·         SM Cyberzone, SM Iloilo on December 26-28, 2025
• ·         SM Cyberzone, SM Bacolod on January 2-4, 2026
• ·         SM Cyberzone, SM Megamall on January 9-11, 2026

Watch Out for the Flash Sales and Save up to PHP 5,000 on Laptops and Desktops

Tune in to the ASUS Philippines and ROG Philippines social media pages and mark your calendars! A 2-Hour Flash Sale[3] from 4PM-6PM will be announced at select ASUS and ROG Exclusive Stores nationwide. This special promotion features exclusive rebates on fan-favorite devices:

• ·         PHP 5,000-off on qualified models of the Vivobook S16 Copilot+ PCs
• ·         PHP 2,000-off on qualified models of the ASUS Gaming V16s
• ·         PHP 2,000-off on qualified models of the ASUS V440 AIOs and ASUS V500 Desktops
• ·         PHP 1,000-off on qualified models of the Vivobook 14s

Enjoy big savings on top of the extended ASUS Premium Care package and entry to the ASUS ROG Grand Tech Fair raffle!

Of course, ASUS and ROG products such as gaming mice and keyboards, monitors, and portable monitors are also joining Flash Sale fun with discounts with jaw-dropping discounts[4]:

• ·         Up to PHP 8,000-off on qualified ROG and TUF gaming monitors
• ·         Up to PHP 6,000-off on qualified ASUS portable monitors
• ·         Up to PHP 2,600-off on qualified ROG gaming keyboards
• ·         Up to PHP 1,600-off on qualified ROG gaming mice

ASUS ROG Grand Tech Fair Sale 2025

Celebrate the spirit of innovation and the joy of giving with ASUS and ROG this holiday season. Touted as the biggest tech sale yet, the ASUS ROG Grand Tech Fair 2025 features a wide variety of devices. From the stylishly smart Zenbook and Vivobook Copilot+ PCs to the powerful ROG and TUF Gaming laptops, as well as the versatile ASUS AIOs and Desktops, and ROG and TUF Gaming Tower PCs, ASUS has an incredible device – with even more incredible deals – for everyone!

Get ready to upgrade and gear up for the new year starting November 14! For the complete list of qualified products, promo mechanics, participating stores, and event schedules, follow the official ASUS Philippines and ROG Philippines Facebook pages, or check out the ASUS ROG Grand Tech Fair 2025 microsite: https://ph.asus.click/grandtechfair2025.

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[1] ^{Qualified buyers of eligible products from the participating stores within the 3-day schedule and location of the ASUS ROG Grand Tech Fair Mall Caravan may be counted among the first 30 buyers.}

[2] ^{The GCash Rebate will be processed via Share Treats and will follow the ASUS ROG Grand Tech Fair Mall Caravan 3-day schedule and location. Only purchases from of eligible products from ASUS and ROG Exclusive Stores are valid for the rebate.}

[3] ^{The ASUS ROG Grand Tech Fair Flash Sale is limited to exclusive models available at ASUS and ROG Exclusive Stores only; moreover, customers must by physically present to avail the Flash Sale discounts.}

[4] ^{Purchases of ASUS and ROG peripherals, storage devices, routers, mini PCs, monitors, and portable monitors can neither have an ASUS Premium Care Warranty Extension nor win the ASUS ROG Grand Tech Fair 2025 raffle.}

Stop dreaming, start driving: Metrobank makes your holiday car and home goals real with new loan promo

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The holiday season is usually about giving, but what if this year was also about receiving the biggest gift of all: your very own home or car?

This holiday season is the time to make those dreams come true as Metrobank rings in the festivities with the launch of its new car and home loan promo, making achieving your long-held goals of owning a car or a home feel lighter, easier, and more joyful.

Qualified clients can now enjoy low interest rates and waived fees of up to PHP 100,000 when you avail of Metrobank’s home and car loan offers starting today until December 29, 2025. That’s cash you can keep in your pocket to spend on holiday gifts, new furniture, or a full tank of gas for that first drive!

Low-interest car loans so you can drive home your dream ride

If you've been waiting for the perfect time to upgrade your ride or finally purchase that new vehicle, Metrobank is here to help you hit the road.

Along with the waived fees of up to PHP 100,000, which covers Security Interest/Chattel Mortgage, Registration Fee, and Notarial Fees, Metrobank also offers competitive interest rates of as low as 8.62% p.a, and flexible terms on your car loan.

Get one step closer to getting that brand new vehicle before the year ends! Apply for a car loan now: https://mcola.metrobank.com.ph/car-loan/apply-now

From dreaming about those future road trips or that perfect family Christmas dinner in your new dining room, Metrobank is handing you the keys to make it happen before the year ends. Apply for a Metrobank car or home loan today – and enjoy exclusive perks with Metrobank’s new promo!

Visit www.metrobank.com.ph or your nearest Metrobank branch for more details.

Pilipinas Shell Foundation, Inc. Launches First Textile Circulatory Hub

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In partnership with ANTHILL, Maybank Foundation, and the Quezon City Government, the new Circularity Hub in Payatas empowers women weavers and promotes sustainable textile innovation

Pilipinas Shell Foundation, Inc. (PSFI), in partnership with ANTHILL, Maybank Foundation, and the Quezon City LGU, officially launched the Manila Circularity Hub under the ReShell: Weaving Waste Project located at the Payatas Controlled Disposal Facility.

Lorelie Quiambao-Osial, President and CEO of Shell Pilipinas Corporation and Country Chair of Shell companies in the Philippines, and Hon. Joy Belmonte, Mayor of Quezon City, lead the launch of the first Textile Circularity Hub in Payatas, together with representatives from ANTHILL, Maybank Foundation, and Pilipinas Shell Foundation, Inc.

The Manila Circularity Hub is part of Re-Shell: Weaving Waste, a two-year initiative under Shell LiveWire that transforms textile waste into reusable materials such as uniforms and corporate giveaways, reducing landfill and ocean waste.

The hub features 10 looms, five of which are sponsored by Shell, and will train 10 women from Payatas to become community weavers equipped with sustainable livelihood skills. Additionally, 10 mothers from the non-profit organization Dear Me will receive sewing training to enhance their skills and increase their income opportunities.

The launch of the hub reflects Shell’s belief that sustainable change is built through collaboration. As part of Shell’s 111-year legacy in the Philippines, initiatives like this embody the company’s commitment to turning challenges into opportunities through innovation and partnerships. “When you have partners who share your values, work becomes easier, lighter, and much more meaningful,” said Lorelie Q. Osial, President and Chief Executive Officer of Shell Pilipinas Corporation.

Quezon City Mayor Joy Belmonte also highlighted the launch of the country’s first Textile Circularity Hub as a major step in addressing the growing problem of textile waste. Under her leadership, she is championing circular economy fashion while empowering the women of her city by allowing them to build sustainable livelihoods and meaningful community impact.

Through this collaboration, Shell and its partners reaffirm that real change begins with collective action, proving that sustainability thrives when organizations come together to build a more sustainable future. On top of that, this initiative is part of PSFI's expansion to providing livelihood support and LEAD (Leadership, Empowerment, and Development) training, continuing its commitment to inclusive growth and community resilience.

“What may be a waste to some can be a source of hope, livelihood, and dignity to others,” Lorelie Q. Osial shared, emphasizing the impact of the initiative. “This kind of partnership is powerful because each of us brings something different to the table and somehow, all the pieces just found their way together, by grace and purpose.”

To get more updates and key events, follow Shell Pilipinas Corporation’s official website and social media channels (Facebook, TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn).

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Jollibee brings “Buo ang Saya ng Pasko,” Christmas film premiering on November 16

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Jollibee brings the heart of the Filipino Christmas to life with “Buo ang Saya ng Pasko,” a new Christmas film premiering on November 16 at 6PM.

This year, Jollibee captures how both typical families and different versions of Filipino families now come together. Featuring touching vignettes in its new Christmas film and an original soundtrack, Jollibee’s new heartwarming film reminds us that even as the faces around the table change, as long as the family is together—Buo ang saya ng Pasko.

“Buo ang Saya ng Pasko” premieres on Jollibee’s Facebook and YouTube pages. 

Don’t miss it!

Manulife Launches Global Longevity Institute Committing $350M by 2030 to Accelerate Progress on Lifelong Health and Financial Resilience

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●      Global research, advocacy and community investment platform created to advance innovation that will reimagine aging and lifelong well-being

●      Initial actions include new research with Milken Institute, Longevity Symposiums across global markets, and more

Manulife announced the launch of the Longevity Institute, a global platform that will seek to drive action to help people live longer, healthier, and more financially secure lives. Backed by a $350 million commitment, the Longevity Institute will work to champion research, innovation, and partnerships that will help people thrive at every age.

As a global leader in life insurance, asset management, and retirement planning, Manulife is deeply invested in the health and well-being of its customers. However, the gap between how long people live (lifespan) and their quality of life (healthspan) is widening — with many spending up to 20% of their lives in poor health, and nearly 40% facing financial insecurity as they age^[1]. The Longevity Institute aims to close this gap by reimagining how people live, work, learn, and contribute throughout their lives.

“Empowering health, wealth, and longevity is central to Manulife’s bold new ambition. It aligns with our values and our commitment to the communities we operate in, and we are uniquely placed to help individuals and families navigate the growing gap between lifespan and healthspan,” said Phil Witherington, President and CEO of Manulife. “For generations now, Manulife has supported customers at every stage of life, and we see a powerful opportunity to scale our expertise and help even more people live longer, healthier, better lives. Through the Longevity Institute, we will partner with organizations that share our purpose, unlock new insights, drive innovation, and create a future where everyone can thrive—at any age.” 

The Longevity Institute will focus on igniting global research and thought leadership to better understand how people can flourish as they live longer; accelerating innovation and advocacy through initiatives that promote health, wellness, and financial readiness; and investing in community partnerships that advance knowledge, promote equity, and drive action around longevity.

Steve Finch, President & CEO, Manulife Asia said, “With the demographic shifts in Asia, where one in four people will be over the age of 60 by 2050, it's crucial to rethink traditional approaches to financial planning, health care, and workforce participation. At Manulife, we are committed to driving innovation that promotes long-term financial resilience, equitable healthy aging, and lifelong fulfillment. By supporting early-stage innovations and providing comprehensive solutions, we aim to help people live better for longer and secure their financial futures.”

Initiatives

Manulife has a long history of driving impact through programs, products, services, and community investments dating back to 1888, when Manulife gifted an ambulance to the City of Toronto—its first act of public service to help people live longer, healthier lives.

To mark the launch of the Institute and build on our long history of impact, Manulife is pleased to share new and ongoing initiatives that reflect our commitment to advancing longevity through meaningful action:

●        Partnering with the National Institute of Ageing: Manulife is supporting the National Institute on Ageing’s annual Ageing in Canada Survey, conducted in partnership with Toronto Metropolitan University. This important research explores the lived experiences of Canadians aged 50+ to inform policies that promote healthy aging.

●        Partnering with the Milken Institute: Manulife has supported the Milken Institute to advance thought leadership and research on some of the most critical issues shaping longevity and the future of health. Feeding Change's work and recent policy brief highlight opportunities for strengthening resilient fruit and vegetable production and integrating food into health interventions. The Future of Aging initiative and new report, Longevity Ready: A Systems Approach to Aging Well at Home, elevates solutions enabling current and future generations to prepare for longer, healthier lives in their homes and communities.

●        Longevity Symposiums: The Manulife and John Hancock Longevity Symposiums began in Boston two years ago and are now expanding globally. Recently, Manulife Singapore and Manulife Philippines hosted inaugural events in Asia, bringing together healthcare experts, industry leaders, financial consultants, customers, and partners—to explore how people can live not just longer, but better. John Hancock will host its third Longer. Healthier. Better. Longevity Symposium in the U.S. in April 2026.

The launch of the Longevity Institute quickly follows John Hancock’s inaugural Longevity Preparedness Index — developed with MIT AgeLab, which measures how ready U.S. adults are to thrive as they age. This index will expand to cover Canada in future years and provides insights that support the need for continued longevity advancements and innovations.

Outcomes

The Longevity Institute will build upon Manulife’s existing efforts to help more than 36 million customers improve their health and wealth. This work aims to drive the following outcomes:

 

●       Health: Help people make everyday choices that support their physical, mental, and emotional well-being—through better nutrition, early detection, movement, and mental health support that fits into real life.

●     Wealth: Empower people to feel confident about their financial future, with tools, education, and support that help them weather life’s ups and downs and build lasting financial security.

A comprehensive list of the Institute’s work and partnerships to date can be found in this fact sheet. The Institute will be known as the John Hancock Longevity Institute in the United States. For more information on the Longevity Institute, and to stay up to date on the Institute’s actions, insights, and events through 2030, visit Manulife.com/Longevity.  

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^[1] World Economic Forum