Rainy season is here—and so are some common rainy day illnesses

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Learn about how the rainy season affects your well-being, and what you can do to stay healthy

While the rainy season marks the end of a warm, dry summer, the rainy season also ushers in a wave of climate-related conditions, the most prevalent of which is the common cold.

Because of the damp and cold weather experienced during the rainy season, allergens like mold or fungi are given a chance to grow at a rapid rate, which may exacerbate common cold symptoms, such as a runny nose, congestion, and cough.[1] Changes in temperature can also cause irritation to the respiratory tract. Additionally, the strong winds during thunderstorms can disturb dust particles and pollen, making it more respirable and increasing the risk of triggering allergy or asthma attacks.[2]

Not only that, but the Department of Health (DOH) has observed a rise in COVID-positive cases, jumping to 16.7% this past week. This puts the Philippines’ numbers at over triple the World Health Organization’s (WHO) ideal 5% threshold.[3]

Fortunately, there are many treatments available to help alleviate the discomfort caused by the chilly weather, while also acting as an added preventive measure against severe COVID-19 symptoms. One of these is Lagundi (Vitex negundo L.), a trusted and accessible cure for common cold symptoms in the Philippines that has been clinically tested and proven to aid in the relief of cough, asthma, and other respiratory diseases, including COVID-19.

Lagundex is an over-the-counter drug that makes use of the mucolytic properties of Lagundi to help dissolve the sticky phlegm that develops from allergic reactions or asthma attacks. It also has a broncho-dilating effect, allowing the bronchial tubes to decongest and relax, which widens the air passage and makes it easier to breathe. It is also proven to help relieve mild to moderate cough without any harmful side effects.

Additionally, clinical studies showed that Lagundi can indeed help mild COVID-19 patients improve their symptoms. It also lowers the probability of developing anosmia, or losing one’s sense of smell.[4]

Make the rainy season an enjoyable one by taking care of your health, staying warm, and choosing a preventive treatment that keeps the common colds - and COVID-19 - away.

Distributed exclusively by New Marketlink Pharmaceutical Corporation (NMPC), Lagundex is available in drugstores nationwide and comes in tablet and syrup form. To know more about Lagundex, head on to https://nmpc.com.ph/product/lagundex/.

[1] https://pdxent.com/drip-drop-sneeze-cough-how-rain-affects-your-health

[2] https://health.clevelandclinic.org/3-health-conditions-that-stormy-weather-can-make-worse

[3] https://newsinfo.inquirer.net/1639248/ph-covid-19-positivity-rate-jumps-to-16-7-percent-doh

[4] https://www.pna.gov.ph/articles/1165495

Drag Playhouse PH honors Beyonce’s Renaissance with culture-defining themed show

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The Category is… A night of a thousand Beyoncé.

Drag Playhouse Philippines recently celebrated the music of Beyoncé through a thematic show that further highlights the megastar’s enormous contribution to queer pop culture.

Aptly titled HOUSE 628 LIVE: THE RENAISSANCE BALL, the event provided an outlet for the queens of Drag Playhouse Philippines to express themselves freely without judgment, while sashaying to Beyoncé’s club-thumping 2022 album, Renaissance, and classic hits.

Aside from high-profile Drag Performances of OV Cunt, Marina Summers, Prince, and Eva Le Queen—three of them currently getting valuable airtime at Drag Race Philippines, the drag show also hosted friendly battles in several categories namely Drag Face, where contestants showcase exceptional makeup skills by serving mug on the runway; Drag Runway, where contestants exhibit head-to-toe fierceness during their runway walk; and Lip Sync Challenge, where they pull their most creative tricks in synchronizing their lips to a prerecorded track.

A special drag performance featuring Viñas DeLuxe added more star power to an already eventful night as she performed a medley of Beyoncé’s hits, with House Of Mizrahi Philippines, a local chapter of the Voguing community, joining in some of the performances. A purely Beyoncé-themed DJ set tucked in between the program segments also hyped the crowd, prompting them to sing and dance along to the Homecoming Queen’s iconic bops from the late ‘90s to the present.

Marina Summers, a fan-favorite and frontrunner at this year’s Drag Race Philippines, expressed how Beyoncé shaped her youth. “Her work has been an inspiration for a lot of queer artists, and personally, I’ve always loved performing to her songs. And ever since the Renaissance album came out, just like Queen B herself, my creative path has been challenged to be more innovative and unique.”

Another Drag Race Philippines favorite and drag icon, Eva Le Queen, spoke adoration for Beyonce, pointing out how her music is a gift to the world. “Beyonce has always been an icon and inspiration to the community. Her strong and alpha energy resonated so much to a lot of us Drag Queens who are essentially the face and frontliners of the equality movement for the community. Her music, her soul, her POWER has allowed me to live my life in my own terms and take Eva Le Queen to greater heights. Being a female, POC and be THE QUEEN B is a permission for all of us to be the best that we can be.”

Like Summers and Eva Le Queen, fellow Drag Race Philippines contestant and queen extraordinaire PRINCE, considers Beyoncé as an important figure in influencing her drag persona. She also considers Renaissance as an envelope-pushing record that deserves its place in the pantheon of pop music greats. “It’s totally different from her past records. Most songs were sampled from classic disco hits but somehow Beyoncé made it sound fresh and that’s what makes it great.”

OV CUNT, another royalty in the contemporary drag scene, also showered Beyonce praises, particularly her new album Renaissance, for empowering listeners to be unapologetically, themselves. “It has awoken parts of the colorful history of our community, whether it’s intentional or not. It gave the world possibly new names of icons that may or might not be forgotten by the past. The mention of houses from ball culture, the use of Moi Renee’s Miss Honey in the Pure/Honey—it gives you every opportunity to reference every icon that contributed to our community today.”

Watch the video for the roundup of HOUSE 628 LIVE: THE RENAISSANCE BALL, Category is: A Night of a Thousand Beyoncé.

Listen to This Is Beyoncé playlist here.

Hisense TV ranks No. 2 worldwide in volume share of shipment

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Maintains growth for three consecutive years

Hisense TVs are increasingly finding places in households and businesses globally. According to a recent data released by market research agency Omdia, Hisense TV ranks second worldwide in terms of volume share of shipment in the second quarter (Q2) of 2022. Hisense TV follows Samsung in the ranking.

Hisense TV is in the top spot in terms of worldwide volume share and worldwide revenue share, and is continuing to lead in these categories.

Through its amazing technology and top-of-the-line products, Hisense has maintained continuous growth in the global TV market. According to Omdia, Hisense TV's volume share of shipment reached 12.1%, ranking second worldwide in terms of volume share of shipment in Q2 2022.

Hisense global TV shipments expected to exceed 20 million units in 2022

With the majority of the people spending more time at home during the pandemic, greater demand for and use of televisions has increased the probability of TV replacement or upgrade. With market demand for TVs on the upswing, Hisense large-screen TVs have gotten a good hold on the premium big-screen market.

Omdia reports that in Q2 2022, even as global TV shipments declined 11% quarter-on-quarter (QoQ), Hisense TV shipments continued to increase by 5% QoQ with a 1.9 ppts QoQ increase in volume share of shipment. Hisense has become one of the brands with the highest growth in global TV shipments and with sustained growth for three consecutive years.

Hisense expects its global TV shipments to exceed 20 million units in 2022. Of these, shipments to the People’s Republic of China (PRC) market will account for 35% and 65% to other markets.

Leading products and advanced technologies boosted the enterprise's technology and product competitiveness within the market. Hisense TV's global success is a reflection of Hisense's technical strength, brand capability, and innovation. As Hisense TVs continue to gain more industry and consumer recognition in the global market, it has accelerated Hisense's globalization process.

Bringing world-class viewing to Filipinos

Hisense brings world-class TV viewing experience to Filipino consumers. Its competitively priced range of TVs deliver both quality and performance, opening a world of entertainment possibilities for every household in the country.

With a Hisense Smart TV, Filipinos get a premium spot to exhilarating sporting events. Blockbuster films can be watched at home without sacrificing cinematic quality. Serious gamers will be happy with the unbeatable gaming experience.

Hisense is a global brand with VIDAA Operating System (OS) designed for a lean-back user experience for the consumer.

The VIDAA OS offers intuitive user interface design with instant response and fast booting. The VIDAA Smart TV Remote App that can be downloaded on a smart phone becomes the extension of the TV, functioning as an extra remote control, for the ultimate convenience and connectivity. The app is easily downloadable through the mobile app store.

For more updates, visit the Hisense website (Link) and follow its official social media accounts on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/HisensePhilippines/), 

Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/hisenseph/) and 

TikTok (https://www.tiktok.com/@hisenseph ).

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ABOUT HISENSE

Hisense values are as follows: Integrity, Innovation, Customer Focus, and Sustainability.

Founded in 1969 as a small radio factory in China, now operating for more than 50 years, Hisense has grown into a multibillion-dollar global conglomerate with a workforce of over 75,000 worldwide. Hisense is recognized as a world leading provider of flat panel TVs, household appliances, and mobile communications and is recognized as a top 10 player by large global institutions, such as Euromonitor, IDG, and the Consumer Electronics Association. Its 20+ subsidiaries are in the multimedia, household appliance, telecommunications, information technology, technology services, and real estate industries, while its products are sold in over 130 countries and regions throughout the world.

At Hisense, the emphasis is placed on innovation and quality. The company has a global R&D network of over 3000 engineers and has a national-level R&D Centre, a post-doctoral research workstation, and a state-of-the-art multimedia technology laboratory. It has been the recipient of several recognitions and awards in the name of innovation, technology, design, and quality management. In addition, Hisense has partnerships with IBM, Hitachi, Whirlpool, and AMD for the development and marketing of air-conditioners, refrigerators, and information technology.

Celebrate UNIQLO Manila Global Flagship Store’s 4th Anniversary with the Latest LifeWear Collections

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Japanese global apparel retailer UNIQLO is celebrating the fourth anniversary of UNIQLO Manila Global flagship store with limited offers, special promotions, and fun installations for its customers. The week-long celebration will be held from September 23-29, 2022 at UNIQLO’s global flagship store, located in Glorietta 5, Ayala Avenue, Makati City from September 23-29, 2022.

“This celebration is a way of showing our gratitude to Filipinos who have supported UNIQLO Manila global flagship store for the past four years. Not only can our customers enjoy exclusive deals at UNIQLO’s largest store in Southeast Asia, but they can also access the complete and latest collections of LifeWear and express their creativity through our store activities,” says Masato Kusumoto, UNIQLO Philippines’s Chief Operating Officer.

LIMITED ANNIVERSARY OFFERS

Guests can update their wardrobe with these limited anniversary offers available at UNIQLO Manila from September 23-29:

For work goals > back-to-office pieces

Women’s Ultra Stretch Skinny High Rise Jeans

Long hours at the office need clothes that bring all-day comfort. Made with proprietary stretch thread, these jeans are UNIQLO’s most flexible yet and it is balanced with a slim fit, high-rise waist and a fitted tapered cut below the knee that flatters the legs.

Now available at Php 1490.00 from Php 1990.00

Men’s Stand Collar Short Sleeve Shirt

The simple design has a  soft and smooth cotton-rayon blend. Its regular fit and stand collar are easy to wear and can be dressed up or down.

Now available at Php 790.00 from Php 990.00

For going on photo walks and shoots

Women’s Cotton Half Sleeve Shirt

This garment features a boxy silhouette in soft extra-fine cotton that gives a casual and relaxed feel. It can be styled on its own or worn as a light outer layer.

Now available at Php 790.00 from Php 990.00

 

Men’s Ultra Stretch Skinny Fit Color Jeans

The Ultra Stretch satin fabric in these jeans creates a flattering yet comfortable fit and select colors are also finely-brushed for an elegant glossy finish. The garment is made using BlueCycle, UNIQLO’s environmentally friendly washing method developed at the Jeans Innovation Center, which reduces water usage in the finishing process by 90% or more.

Now available at Php 1290.00 from Php 1490.00

For meeting fitness goals

Men’s Dry Stretch Easy Shorts

These shorts are powered by DRY Technology, which keeps a cool feeling despite the heat. The technology makes clothes highly breathable and quick-drying with a smooth and light feel. The Dry Stretch Easy Shorts have an adjustable waist for comfort and easy movement.

Now available at Php 590.00 from Php 790.00

For traveling in style

Women’s Jersey Short Jacket

This jacket’s boxy cut gives a relaxed fit that’s easy to layer; this is enhanced by a stretchy fabric that’s comfortable to wear. The jersey fabric and cropped length also elevate the look.

Now available at Php 1490.00 from Php 1990.00

Men’s Pocketable UV Protection Parka

This parka is made with UNIQLO’s high-performance BLOCKTECH fabric that’s moisture-permeable, water-repellent, and windproof. The 3D cut gives the parka a sharper look and makes it easy for the arms to move.

Now available at Php 1490.00 from Php 1990.00

 

 For exploring museums and art galleries

Women’s Smart Skort

The ​​chic and functional wrap design of this skort is made with a stretchy polyester-rayon blend fabric. Comfort is further emphasized with the elastic at the back of the waist. It has an asymmetrical hemline that adds an interesting visual touch.

Now available at Php 990.00 from Php 1490.00

 

Women’s U Airism Cotton S/S Long Flare Dress

For this dress, the A-line cut in a mini-length is designed to flutter elegantly as the wearer walks. This is complemented by the mercerized cotton fabric with an elegant sheen.

Now available at Php 1490.00 from Php 1990.00

SPECIAL PROMOTIONS

From September 23 to 25, customers can get one (1) Free Limited Edition Bamboo Bento Box with Furoshiki Wrap for every single receipt and a minimum spend of PHP 4000.00 at the UNIQLO Manila Global Flagship store.

To complete the UNIQLO Manila Fourth Anniversary Celebration, from September 23 to 28, customers can receive vouchers from UNIQLO’s partners, Ayala Museum, Coleman, Chaser Action Sports, and UCC for every single receipt purchase of PHP 4000.00 at the UNIQLO Manila Global Flagship store.

For more updates, please visit UNIQLO Philippines’ website at uniqlo.com/ph and download the UNIQLO APP via Google Play Store or Apple Store.

Follow UNIQLO Philippines’ social media accounts, Facebook (facebook.com/uniqlo.ph), Twitter (twitter.com/uniqloph), and Instagram (instagram.com/uniqlophofficial).

 

WIKO Launches New Digital Series WIKO 10, Featuring Revolutionary Aesthetics Wrapped in Striking Klein Blue

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Introducing WIKO Buds 10 together with WIKO 10, the perfect combination for modern entertainment

September 25, 2022, Manila, Philippines - Unleashing your full potential with the WIKO 10, the smartphone for modern entertainment. WIKO is a French-origin brand that strives to shape the future of entertainment through the amalgamation of aesthetic design and technology. 

WIKO 10 aims to bring a smooth user experience with distinctive features and elegant designs to customers all over the world, together with the launch of WIKO Buds 10, providing users with a seamless music journey with its advanced Bluetooth 5.2 technology and up to 30 hours of playback time with a charging case.

The WIKO 10 is the inaugural smartphone of WIKO's new digital series. Representing the fusion of aesthetic design and advanced technology, WIKO 10 offers a novel experience with its impeccable design that speaks French elegance in the language of technology and serves as the modern-day accessory for the Generation Z digital natives.

Customers can enjoy using the WIKO 10 with its top features including a 6.74-inch large screen and 90.69% screen-to-body ratio for immersive video viewing, a 5000mAh battery with 22.5W WIKO SuperCharge and reverse charging supporting intensive usage throughout the day, a 128GB large storage to store everything on the phone, and 50MP Triple AI camera with versatile camera functions that was catered for recording beautiful moments in life. It is a highly functional device, meanwhile a masterpiece bewitching to the eyes.

WIKO 10 is specifically created for young users who are stylish, trendy, tech-savvy, and passionate about expressing their individuality. It offers them a flawless experience with a fresh and elegant design that reflects the latest trends among Generation Z and accessorizes their everyday look with style. With the one-of-a-kind designs that reflect the latest trend among younger generations and their predilection for the individuality of product appearance, WIKO 10 reinvigorates the design with unique personality.

WIKO wants to make smartphones à la mode accessible to all. Our users worldwide tell us that they love the French aesthetics conveyed by our products, and these phones help to showcase their favor in simplicity, elegance, freedom and enthusiasm.

Distinctive Finishes with Iconic Colors

WIKO 10 has three options of stunning finishes: Klein Blue, Silver and Black. The iconic Klein Blue creates a stark visual contrast with the environment, showcasing the personal style and individuality of its owner. The alluring Silver resembles ashen hues of classic European architecture like the Eiffel Tower and the Louvre, where Black is a ray of bright light which disrupts the tranquil yet mystique pitch-black night, colliding decorative art with architectural structures. WIKO 10 is all you need to garner the attention of the crowd.

Impressive Visual Display with Refined Designs

WIKO 10 is a fabulous smartphone designed for immersive entertainment experiences and incredible visual enjoyment brought by its 6.74-inch 20:9 large full-screen LCD. The incredible 90.69% screen-to-body ratio is exceptionally competitive compared to other smartphones at the same price level. It also supports 16.7 million colors and a resolution of 720*1600, while the pixel density can reach 260PPI.

Aside from its mesmerizing colors, WIKO 10 features a 6-layer optical texture design. By virtue of the emergency of the fuselage materials, not only does it enlarge the reflective surface of a crystal and heighten its brilliance, but it also ensures a fingerprint-proof and dirt-proof surface with its strong hydrophobic capability. As for the thickness, WIKO attempts to visually lessen the width of the phone with a light and matte integrated surface of the middle frame. It also combines the fingerprint sensor and power switch, which is an optimum choice of design, both functionally and aesthetically.

The embedded rear cameras are typically destructive of the aesthetics of a traditional smartphone design, yet it asserts character and individuality at the same time. WIKO 10 innovates on its original design, resulting in a complex yet sleek aesthetic that represents a more vivid individuality expression.

Versatile camera to capture the best moments

With WIKO 10’s 50 MP Triple AI Camera, users can capture portraits which equate with high-quality studio pictures with a mere tap of their finger. To begin with, the 50MP Triple AI camera can bring you fine details with its 50 MP resolution, f/1.8 aperture, 1/2.76-inch JN1 sensor that has a unit pixel area of 0.64μm. Photos of high color fidelity and resolution are guaranteed. The Smart HDR feature with its fusion of double exposures brings you a well-balanced photo in detail even in backlighting environments. Moreover, users can take bokeh portraits based on the 5-layer imaging optimization algorithm. For fashionistas and selfie addicts, WIKO 10 has an 8MP high-definition f/2.0 front camera, its natural beauty algorithm allows them to confidently take beautiful selfies.

Top-tier Battery and Storage Performance

One of the most attractive features of WIKO 10 is the 22.5W WIKO SuperCharge. After charging for 10 minutes, users are able to watch videos for two hours. Besides its fast-charging ability and large battery capacity, WIKO 10 also supports wireless reverse-charging for other devices. A quick 10-min reverse-charging can cover 40% of a headset or 25% of a sports bracelet’s full power, which only takes up 1-2% power cost of WIKO 10.

Moreover, WIKO 10 provides users with the most carefree experience ever, a multi-stage overheating current control mechanism is incorporated, so gamers will no longer fret about overheating pauses after a whole day of usage. Together with a large and sustainable 5000mAh battery as well as a storage space of 128GB and 4GB RAM, it guarantees a long-lasting phone running from morning till night and more virtual memory, faster loading speeds and minimum lagging.

Updated OS, For an Updated Experience

Android 12 delivers an even more personal, effortless, and safer experience for your device. Featuring a comprehensively reimagined UI that can be personalized to your liking, as well as new privacy features designed to grant you total safety without taking control away from your hands

WIKO Buds 10 – endless music journey

Alongside the launch of WIKO 10 smartphone, WIKO is also presenting WIKO Buds 10, a set of earbuds with advanced Bluetooth 5.2 technology powered by BES to ensure instant and stable connectivity, capable of producing stereo and deep bass loud sound. Offering a maximum operating time of 6 hours from a single charge and up to 30 hours with the charging case, WIKO Buds 10 allows users to enjoy an endless music journey. Users can now surround themselves with flowing melodies and dive into the world of music without noises. Embracing positive vibes brought by your favourite songs in daily life with WIKO Buds 10.

In an innovative upgrade, WIKO Buds 10 has adapted the 12 mm dynamic driver, allowing for the delivery of high-quality audio with a clear separation between vocal and instrument, while still upholding a design geared towards users’ comfort. A combination of dual mics for voice capturing and ENC noise cancelling algorithm support also effectively filters out noises from the surrounding, granting a crystal-clear voice chat and calling experience. Beyond all, being designed for exercising and entertainment, WIKO Buds 10 possesses both high durability and IPX4 water resistance protects from splashing water, and still only weighs 4.2g.

WIKO Buds 10 

Price and Availability

WIKO 10 will be available from September 25, 2022 for P8,990 at Shopee, Lazada, and authorized WIKO stores and kiosks.

WIKO Buds 10 will be available from September 25, 2022 for P1,499 at Shopee, Lazada, and authorized WIKO stores and kiosks.

For more information, please visit：https://world.wikomobile.com/

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About WIKO

WIKO is a global French brand which was started in 2011 in France. Through the amalgamation of aesthetic design and technology, WIKO makes products and provides services that have gained great popularity with young digital natives and Generation Z users who consume vast amounts of digital information and services on the World Wide Web over the Internet, using their mobile devices. WIKO draws inspiration from its French aesthetic DNA to combine premium features with elegant design and to make them available to fans around the world.