June 21, 2023

Mediaquest and TV5 officially welcomed TVJ and the ‘legit Dabarkads’

This is it! The iconic showbiz entertainment trio of Tito Sotto, Vic Sotto and Joey de Leon, has signed an agreement with TV5 and MediaQuest Ventures.


MQuest Ventures has signed an agreement under which it will acquire 51% equity of TVJ Productions, Inc., the media production company set up by the iconic entertainment trio of Tito Sotto, Vic Sotto and Joey de Leon.


This agreement solidifies the partnership between Mediaquest and Tito, Vic, and Joey to produce media content for the various distribution channels and platforms of Mediaquest.

TVJ Productions’ initial project is the new noontime show of TVJ which is set to air its pilot episode on July 1.

“Welcome home, TVJ.”, said MQuest Ventures President and CEO, Jane Basas.

“Our new show with TVJ and Dabarkads is only the beginning. We plan to make TV series, live shows, and movies at TVJ Productions. This will surely delight Pinoys here at home and overseas.”, she added.

“This is it. It’s good to be home.”, said former Senator Tito Sotto, Chairman of TVJ Productions. “We appreciate the warm welcome from our Mediaquest family. Now it’s time to get to work.”

June 20, 2023

PH healthcare mega app mWell brings holistic wellness to the workplace via mWell@Work

Now more than ever, employees need healthcare solutions that will enable them to face the numerous challenges of both work and personal life. With this in mind, Metro Pacific Investments Corporation’s (MPIC) mWell, the Philippines’ healthcare mega app, launches mWell@Work-- a fully loaded wellness program designed to empower employees of enterprise partners to overcome health challenges and become physically and mentally stronger. This holistic approach creates a healthier and more productive workforce through mWell’s wide range of health and wellness features.

mWell Chairman and MPIC Chairman and CEO Manuel V. Pangilinan says, “As the number of our users continue to grow, mWell shall deliver programs and features to provide our countrymen with innovative and responsive healthcare solutions through our fully integrated health and wellness platform recognized globally.”

mWell CEO and President and MPIC Chief Finance, Risk, and Sustainability Officer Chaye Cabal-Revilla underscores the value of holistic wellness. “Health is important to remain productive and provide for family needs. With mWell, office workers can consult our best partner doctors and health experts to help them overcome work-related health issues.They can also use the app’smWellness Score feature to track their health daily or get into fitness and nutrition programs designed by experts. All of these will help employees power through the challenges at work as they keep both their mind and body healthy.” Cabal-Revilla said.

In line with the app’s Mind Health advocacy, mWell@Work spearheaded a series of webinars in partnership with YMP Lead, a group composed of experts on professional growth and Ateneo Bulatao Center, the service and research arm of the Psychology Department of the Ateneo de Manila University. YMP Lead’s session focused on ways to stay mentally healthy while Ateneo Bulatao Center’s session was centered around steps to take when an employee is in distress. Hundreds of attendees from Metro Pacific Investments Corporation, PLDT, Smart, and MedExpress actively took part in the discussion. The mind health webinars will also be conducted for employees of PhilCare and Generali.


mWell also formed a groundbreaking partnership to make employees of the Philippine Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) winners in wellness. This is the first-ever collaboration between a Government Owned and Controlled Corporation (GOCC) and a digital health app. With mWell’s holistic approach to wellness, PAGCOR employees can now consult with over 1,000 doctors 24/7 using their health passes. They can also monitor their physical activity, step count, and sleep using the mWellness Score, an exclusive daily health tracker found on the mWell app. To reward them on their way to wellness, mWell created the PAGCOR Steps Challenge, the in-app competition encourages employees to increase their step count to move up the leaderboard to win exciting prizes.The mWell@Work sign-up event was held in PAGCOR Pasay, Manila, and Tagaytay.

PAGCOR Senior Medical Officer Dr. Al S. Arriola says, "Very nice personnel from mWell, very helpful, knowledgeable. Employees and management are happy with the simultaneous booth set-up. Excited to start the steps challenge! We will refer mWell to other PAGCOR company partners."

mWell is also the official health and wellness partner of Delegate CX (DCX PH Inc.), a company composed of highly trained global talent specializing in providing Promotional industry service to clients in the US. Using their mWell app, DCX team members can take part in the Steps Challenge, spread good vibes, and inspire their colleagues to get moving towards a healthier lifestyle.

“One of our biggest priorities at DCX is the health and well-being of our team members and to provide them with the resources and encouragement to improve their physical, mental, spiritual, and emotional health. Our partnership with mWell offers our team with a healthcare and education resource and an activity tracking tool to accomplish their wellness goals. We've seen increased enthusiasm and participation with our physical activity challenges and are excited by the commitment our team is making to live a healthier lifestyle,” said DCX Executive Vice President Retention and Culture Brad Penman.

To fully support the healthcare needs of enterprise partner employees, mWell offers customizable and stackable health plans which include doctor and mind health consultations, accident insurance, emergency room coverages and more. For as low as P2499 per year, employees and their dependents without HMO coverages can avail of health packages, providing them security and peace of mind.

Companies that wish to partner with mWell in responding to the health and wellness needs of their employees may email support@mwell.com.ph

mWell was recently named the winner of two Gold Stevie® Awards in the Innovation in Health & Wellness and Most Innovative Startup of the Year- Business Service Industriescategories in the 10th annual Asia-Pacific Stevie Awards. It is the only Philippine entry to bring home the Gold Award in these two categories. Bronze winners include Vietnam, Taiwan, and Australia.The two Gold Stevie® Awards come at the heels of being chosen as the Best Mobile Innovation for Digital Life in the 2023 Global Mobile (GLOMO) Awards, held during the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, Spain.

As part of the MPIC Group, mWell is committed to working towards the achievement of the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals, particularly SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being. It also supports the MVP Group’s GabayKalusugan advocacy focusing on quality and affordable healthcare.

To consult with partner-doctors and access a wide range of wellness features, simply download the mWell PH app from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store and register. Follow mWell on Facebook and mwellph on Instagram for more updates.

From work to entertainment, PLDT Home lets you have it all at home


What better way to enjoy everything at home with a broadband plan that gives you an all-in-one unlimited access to the internet, Pay TV, and mobile services.

The new PLDT Home Fiber Unli All plan offers the best value for money with a bundled package that comes with unlimited fiber internet, unlimited entertainment content from Cignal TV, and unlimited calls to PLDT, Smart and TNT.

Here’s a quick breakdown of the new Fiber Unli All plans available and their internet speeds:

PLDT Home Fiber Unli All Plan

Unli Speeds

Unli Entertainment

Unli Calls

Fiber Unli All Plan 1399

Up to 50 Mbps

85 Cignal channels with free setup box

Landline calls with unli FamCall to PLDT and up to five (5) Smart and TNT mobile numbers

Fiber Unli All Plan 1799

Up to 200 Mbps


Whether you want to stream your favorite videos, TV series, and movies, the new Fiber Unli All plans deliver what the whole family wants with the fast broadband internet and a wide range of entertainment options on premium Pay TV. With the Philippines’ largest Pay TV provider Cignal, the new Fiber Unli All plans also give families a wide selection of high-definition channels and content ranging from sports, kids, and documentaries.

The Fiber Unli All plans are perfect for the whole family as it also comes with a health pass from mWell, a fully integrated health and wellness app. The mWell health pass comes with consultation session, Emergency Quick Response by Lifeline, e-prescription, e-medical certificate, e-lab request, fitness and nutrition programs, and wellness recipe library at no cost.

Make the most of your digital lifestyles by getting a broadband plan that gives you the best value for your money! Subscribe or upgrade now to the new PLDT Home Fiber Unli All plan and enjoy having it all at home. To find out more, visit this link.

Go for Gold: College of Nursing of the Our Lady of Fatima University Golden Anniversary and Grand Alumni Homecoming


It is a dream come true for many Filipinos to finally become a nurse and serve the country and the world but for the College of Nursing of the Our Lady of Fatima University in Valenzuela City, it is a testament to its vision more than 50 years ago to form men and women highly professional imbued with the sense of mission to care for the sick.

Fifty years after its first batch of graduates in 1973, the College of Nursing of the Our Lady of Fatima University- Valenzuela Campus has become the home not only of so many topnotchers in the Nursing board exams but most of all, the seedbed of some of the most caring nurses in the country and the world.

A month after celebrating the International Nurses Day (May 12), the College of Nursing of Our Lady of Fatima University-Valenzuela Campus celebrates its 50th founding anniversary and grand alumni homecoming on June 24, 2023 at the RISE Tower corner Fatima Ave. and McArthur Highway, Valenzuela City.

Registration starts at 4:00 PM.

The weeklong celebrations kicked off last Sunday with its annual free medical-dental clinics at the quadrangle of the Valenzuela campus. Rendering services were students and faculty members of the College of Nursing and some alumni who have come home from the US and Europe to attend the Gala Night on Saturday.

For all alumni, please get in touch with Ms. Roselle Rustia at 0935-852-7556 or Ms. Rosanna Suva at 0920-979-0253.

They may also check with the Alumni Affairs Office at alumniaffairs@fatima.edu.ph.

Symph commits to empowering Individuals via AI app, creating a smarter, more connected future


Symph is a dynamic software development consulting firm in the Philippines
where they build web and mobile apps accessible and enjoyable for everyone, pushing the limits of technology, and creating a smarter, more connected future.

To inspire and empower people to embrace and reap the benefits of Artificial Intelligence, Symph works with team of developers, designers, project managers, marketers, product owners, and QA pros are committed to crafting AI apps that are not just functional, but also fun for everyone.


Recently, Symph, had a #SymphAI30x30 Media Party held in BGC last May 23, 2023. Just a few days earlier, on May 18, 2023, another press conference took place at The Company Cebu. And now, it was Manila's turn to host this remarkable event.

Symph is dedicated to empowering individuals and fostering understanding of AI's role within society. The event served as a crucial step toward achieving these goals. Symph extends its heartfelt thanks to the media representatives who actively supported the event, aiding in educating the public about the impact of AI on the community and addressing potential challenges.

Symph is eagerly anticipating its upcoming AI events and initiatives. With a strong commitment to #BuildOpenlyWithAI, the company invites everyone to join them in pushing the boundaries of technology and shaping a future where humans are the drivers, not mere subjects, of technology.

"We have this theme, Build Openly with AI. We share our AI apps as work-in-progress. More importantly, we invite the community to try the apps and we listen to their feedback. Together, we are building the future we want to create," Symph Chief Operating Officer, Jarrhey dela Peña stated during the event.

During the press conference, Symph showcased the AI apps developed by its talented team based in Manila. 

Edson Carreon, full-stack developer, introduced Grognak,

Grognak an AI Caveman app that simplifies complex topics for better understanding. This app holds great potential for museums and tech or science-related events, making learning a fun and effortless experience for kids.

Ragan Lamoc, full-stack developer, demonstrated Fitplanr.

It is an AI-powered personal trainer app that generates custom gym programs. By seamlessly integrating with gyms and fitness amenities, Fitplanr empowers both gym-goers and beginners to kickstart their workouts with confidence.

Jarrhey dela Peña showcased Prompeteer which was developed by Michael Suarez, AI and Fullstack engineer based in Cebu. 

Jarrhey personally uses the app daily, which empowers users to create AI-powered chatbots without coding. After Jarrhey demoed the app, media participants were able to create their own AI apps within minutes. Prompeteer offers businesses an opportunity to showcase their brand persona through an AI app, helping customers make informed purchase decisions through engaging conversations.

Symph is excited to captivate audiences with its upcoming AI events and initiatives. The company is dedicated to reshaping the AI landscape, constantly exploring new horizons and pushing the boundaries of technological advancements. With their unwavering commitment to #BuildOpenlyWithAI, Symph invites everyone to join them on this exciting journey. Get ready to be inspired and amazed!

Know more about Symph, visit: https://www.symph.co/

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