As Filipinos spend the second Lenten season under community quarantine, Roman Catholics can not only still continue observing the Holy Week tradition of “Visita Iglesia” as churches and religious organizations go online but also opt to donate with the help of PayMaya.

Mary Immaculate Parish - Levitown, Baguio Cathedral, Basilica Minore del Santo Nino Cebu, Sacred Heart Cebu, Saint Joseph the Worker Parish Iloilo, Marian Orchard Faith Foundation Batangas, Caritas Manila, and Feast Ortigas are just some of the Philippine Churches and religious organizations who are organizing online Visita Iglesia activities this Holy Week. Filipinos can donate to these churches even while at home by simply scanning the QR code displayed in their social media page using their PayMaya app or go to their organization’s website to be able to make donations and other financial contributions using cards and e-Wallets.

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To date, more than 80 churches and religious organizations across the country have already adopted PayMaya’s end-to-end cashless solutions including Digital QR, PayMaya Checkout online payment gateway and digital invoicing solutions, allowing their respective congregations to contribute to their mission using the scan-to-pay feature of the PayMaya app or via any Visa, Mastercard, and JCB credit, debit, and prepaid card.

“Most aspects of our lives have been upended by the pandemic, but many sectors have found ways to continue delivering services. Our churches and religious organizations play an important role in our country's recovery and we are proud to empower them with innovative solutions that can help them stay connected with their congregations,” PayMaya Founder and CEO Orlando B. Vea said.

Since mass gathering is restricted under the recent quarantine guidelines of the government, churches and religious organizations have adapted to the times by bringing the Visita Iglesia and other Holy Week activities online through their social media and other video platforms.

To start supporting the missions of your local church and religious organizations via contactless donations, simply download the PayMaya app at https://official.paymaya.com/CAK1/425eb133 and register for an account.

PayMaya is the only end-to-end digital payments ecosystem enabler in the Philippines with platforms and services that cut across consumers, merchants, communities, and government. Through its enterprise business, it is the largest digital payments processor for key industries in the country including "everyday" merchants such as the largest retail, food, gas, and eCommerce merchants as well as government agencies and units.

Through its app and wallet, PayMaya provides over 28 million Filipinos with access to financial services. Customers can conveniently pay, add money, cash out or remit through its over 200,000 digital touchpoints nationwide.

Its Smart Padala by PayMaya network of over 37,000 partner agent touchpoints nationwide serves as last-mile digital financial hubs in communities, providing the unbanked and underserved with access to digital services. To know more about PayMaya's products and services, visit www.PayMaya.com or follow @PayMayaOfficial on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

Messy Bessy started out as a vision to build an environment-conscious brand. From selling eco-friendly cleaning products online, CEO and founder Krie Lopez’ vision became a bigger mission – to grow an inclusive and sustainable social enterprise for women.

Having finished Management Engineering at the Ateneo de Manila University, Krie Lopez is no novice in social entrepreneurship, gaining experience as the former head of the corporate social responsibility program of a global food and retail brand. After leaving her corporate job, Krie bravely built her own social enterprise and in 2007, introduced Messy Bessy, which has become a popular home and personal care brand with natural, environmentally sustainable and innovative composition.

A modern-day CEO, Krie has built an environment of mutual growth and wellness, not just for her business, but more so, for her employees. She established their nonprofit HOUSE (Helping Ourselves Through Sustainable Enterprises) in 2015, in an effort to replicate and scale the social program they have incubated in Messy Bessy. She explains, “That’s been the core of what we do. If you look at Messy Bessy, more than half of our workforce are working students. When you buy a Messy Bessy product, you’re feeding into that system that’s providing these young adults with employment and education.”

Messy Bessy goes deeper into the support process by connecting their employees to suitable and attainable future opportunities. This is especially true for the disadvantaged women in their team. She adds, “We have family care programs that even go as far as engaging with their families. We also offer interventions in sexual health, psychosocial support and financial literacy.” Speaking about the women in her team, Krie acts as an enabler to further inspire and empower them. “These women deserve the privilege to fight for themselves”, she continues.

Krie further shares that the end-goal of Messy Bessy is to make their employees “self-reliant.” She says, “We take note of everything that we’ve learned along the way and identify what is really essential for our employees to be self-reliant. The big goal at the end of our program is for them to finish with a college diploma coupled with a rich work experience.”

The power of strong connections is also a crucial element for Messy Bessy. “Being a social enterprise, we are able to use our network, our connections to build and support the dreams of our employees. Over the years, we realized that so many in our community are willing to help. In fact, there are people from large multinationals who are always willing to roll up their sleeves to help us thrive.’

In celebration of Women’s Month, Krie was named as a “Master Builder” for PLDT Home’s #SheConnects campaign, a series of video masterclass of women masters. Learn from Krie Lopez and other amazing women by watching their exclusive videos on PLDT Home’s YouTube page here.

Everyone needs a smartphone these days, not just for communication, but also as an integral tool for work, learning, entertainment, e-commerce, and more. TECNO Mobile’s sleek TECNO Spark 6 Go AI-powered smartphone, which was launched in the Philippine market last year, has been able to provide affordability, durability, and reliability, meeting the evolving needs of its consumers. Now, in order to become accessible to even more Filipinos, TECNO Mobile drops the price of TECNO Spark 6 Go, from P5,490 to P4,999!

Enjoy media with ease

TECNO Spark 6 Go comes with a large 6.52” HD resolution screen that allows users to watch movies, browse the internet, and play games in full detail, on a convenient, compact device. Its Audio Share function allows up to 3 Bluetooth speakers or 2 Bluetooth headphones to connect at the same time. This makes it possible for you to share your music and other audio with friends, or enjoy it privately with your special someone, whenever you want to.

Shoot awesome photos every time

TECNO Spark 6 Go’s camera is fitted with AI Beauty Mode and 18 AI Scene Detection features that allow you to shoot outstanding images. Take great selfies anytime, and anywhere with its 6-layer AI beauty image processing capability, and shoot rich and vibrant photos using the rear camera’s all-new 18 AI scene detection software.

Stay confident and secure

The smartphone is equipped with a built-in AI Dual to Unlock feature, which can be used for both face-unlock and fingerprint scanning. This has been meticulously tested to ensure that all files on your device remain private and secure at all times.

Never run out of power

The smartphone’s 5000 mAh battery allows for up to 36 days of standby time. It is also capable of up to 24 hours of calling, 19 hours of web browsing, 25 hours of video playback, 125 hours of music, or 15 hours of gaming, all on a single charge.

TECNO Spark 6 Go comes in two models, Spark 6 Go (KE5) with 2GB+32GB memory priced at P3,990, and Spark 6 Go (KE5K) with 4GB+64GB memory now priced at P4,990. You can also choose between three attractive Spark 6 Go color options - Aqua Blue, Ice Jadeite, and Mystery White. TECNO Spark 6 Go is available nationwide at the TECNO Mobile’s partner retail stores and soon at TECNO Mobile’s Official Store in Shopee.

Another must-see smartphone from TECNO Mobile is CAMON 16 for only P7,990. CAMON 16 is equipped with a 48MP Ultra Quad Camera, with a four-camera lens combination - A Bokeh Depth of Field Lens, an AI Lens, a Macro Lens, and a 48MP Main Lens with 79-degree wide-angle view. It has an Ultra Night Lens with 1-second image processing, anti-over exposure, and AI portrait segment features for improved photography in low light conditions. CAMON 16 has a large RAM and ROM capacity of 128GB+6GB, allowing users to store thousands of photos and music files, or several HD movies and apps for entertainment on the go. It supports 18W fast charging, with advanced protection technology that ensures automatic regulation of charging inputs to protect and prolong the hardware and software of the device.

For more updates, visit www.tecno-mobile.com/ph, and follow TECNO Mobile Philippines on Facebook.

Pepsi-Cola Products Philippines Inc. (PCPPI) - the exclusive manufacturer of PepsiCo beverage products - recently reported a six percent reduction in its 2020 water usage, compared with previous year. The company saved 5,836,587 cubic meters of water which is more than 2,300 Olympic-sized swimming pools.

In support of 2021 World Water Day, PCPPI commits to improve its water reduction. The company detailed it recycled and reused more than 100,000 m3 or more than 26 million gallons of water.

“Despite the challenges from the pandemic, we still upheld our water stewardship principles. The company respects water as a fundamental right. Thus, we strictly manage our water consumption and water wastes,” said PCPPI President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Frederick D. Ong.

Internally, PCPPI will replicate its water reuse initiatives implemented in its Muntinlupa plant. The company will mirror the project in its Tanuan, Zamboanga, and Cebu plants this year.

To bolster its water stewardship initiatives, PCPPI is strengthening its host communities' involvement. This year, the company will partner with more local government units for its adopt-a-river program.

"Our company does not stop at managing our water resource. We also plan to nourish our sources of clean water to further sustain its supply," added Ong. Water Stewardship is one of PCPPI's three Sustainability pillars. It is aligned with the United Nation’s Sustainability Development Goals (SDGs), the Philippine Development Plan, and PepsiCo’s Performance with Purpose.

Looking to splurge a little this weekend? Are you thinking of finally checking out items sitting in your cart? This Saturday, you can shop all you want with all the deals available at Shopee’s Mega Free Shipping Sale.

Aside from free shipping, you can enjoy big cashbacks, ₱1 deals, and discounts up to 90% off on Shopee Mall brands. You can also win up to ₱200,000 by tuning in to GMA 7 and Shopee Live this March 27.

Here are some ways to maximize all the perks at Shopee’s Mega Free Shipping Sale:

Shop guilt-free and redeem free shipping vouchers

This March 27, add as many items as you want to your cart and enjoy free shipping vouchers with no minimum spend, available sitewide throughout the day.

Enjoy irresistible discounts and freebies from top brands

Watch out for awesome deals and discounts from your favorite local and international brands on Shopee Mall. Save up to 90% off on a wide array of products from top brands such as Huggies, Realme, Pampers, Olay, Garnier, and Xiaomi. You can also get freebies when you shop from P&G Beauty and Nestle, and discount vouchers worth ₱300 and ₱500 on Vivo.

Give back with Havaianas Philippines

For every purchase of flip-flops from the Havaianas Official Store, another pair will be donated to Project SMILE Foundation’s beneficiaries. Shop for a cause and show your support for frontliners, farmers, and people with disabilities by getting yourself a pair this March 27.

Go cashless with ShopeePay and earn even more rewards

Going cashless isn’t just safe and convenient, it’s also more rewarding. On March 27, shop and pay bills with ShopeePay to enjoy more savings and special perks. Get all-day 15% cashback from participating shops and exclusive ₱1 deals from your favorite brands such as Jollibee, Bonchon, McDonald's, Domino's, and Gong Cha. Pay bills worth at least ₱600 to get 10% cashback. Meanwhile, shoppers who use ShopeePay to buy load/data and pay bills for the first time get to enjoy 20% cashback.

Play games to de-stress and win exciting cash prizes

Shake off the week’s stress with Shopee Shake! On March 27, tune in to Sarap Diba on GMA 7 at 10:00 AM and play Shopee Shake for a chance to win ₱200,000. To join, simply open Shopee Shake in-app and shake your phone to get the most coins before time runs out.

Make the most out of your shopping experience with these tips! Get ready to add to cart this March 27 at Shopee’s Mega Free Shipping Day. Watch out for more surprises in store this 4.4 Mega Shopping Day as well. For more information, visit https://shopee.ph/m/4-4.

Download the Shopee app for free via the App Store or Google Play.

The warmer months are definitely here, and while you may not be able to spend it under the sun, it doesn’t mean that summertime should be any less fun. It is totally possible to enjoy a different kind of summer at home, and Devant can help make this happen. The brand brings the best of summer into your homes, so you can stay safe and worry-free indoors. Its feature-packed offerings, like the Devant Smart Quantum 4K TV Series, is perfect for this.

Big screens mean big entertainment, and this is exactly what you get with the Devant Smart Quantum 4K TV, which is available in 65”, 55”, and 50”. Its Quantum Ultra HD 3840x2160 resolution gives you a crisp and clear image, reminiscent of scenic views on a perfect summer day. It runs the Vidaa U Operating System, with a simplified, easy to navigate interface that is fully customizable to suit your needs.

Through the VIDAA STORE, an HTML5-based storefront of exciting apps that are all optimized for TV, you can get all the apps you need for entertainment. Missing the sea? Watch movies and TV shows set on the beach on Netflix. You can also use YouTube to learn how to make summer-friendly food and drinks, like smoothies and fresh cold salads. And, with Anyview Cast, you can mirror your phone screen onto your TV to watch and relive all the fun memories of past summers on a larger screen.

Here are all the fantastic Devant Smart Quantum 4K TV features that you can enjoy: 

    ● Available in 65”, 55”, and 50”
    ● Quantum Ultra HD 3840x2160
    ● Vidaa U Operating System
    ● VIDAA App Store
    ● HDR Compatible
    ● Ultra Smooth Motion
    ● Bluetooth Function
    ● YouTube
    ● Netflix
    ● Screen Sharing
    ● Dolby Atmos
    ● Dolby Vision

Upgrade to an awesome Smart Quantum 4K TV at the Devant Summer Splash Sale, and get a new Devant Soundbar for free! The Devant Summer Splash Sale runs until March 31, 2021 in Devant’s Official Flagship Stores in Lazada (https://bit.ly/DevantLaz9) and Shopee (https://bit.ly/ DevantShp9), and in participating retail stores.

To find out more about the #SummerSplashSmartTVs, as well as other products, check out the Devant Website (www.devanttv.com) Devant products are also available in leading appliance stores nationwide. Follow Devant on Facebook (www.facebook.com/devant.tv), Instagram (www.instagram.com/devanttv), and Youtube Devant Official Channel for the latest updates

It is easy to lose hope when a series of untoward things happen in our lives. Especially when the Covid-19 pandemic struck, a lot of people had lost a loved one, their jobs, and had been challenged in different ways possible. Thus, the airing of ABS-CBN’s latest series “Huwag Kang Mangamba”on TFC, TFC IPTV, and iWantTFC is a timely reminder that there is always light at the end of the tunnel.

“Huwag Kang Mangamba” is a series that stars Andrea Brillantes and Francine Diaz who give life to the characters of Mira and Joy, respectively. Mira may be blind, but she sees that there is hope despite everything that is happening in her life. On the other hand, Joy was blinded by the pains and hardships that are going on in her life.

Their paths cross through an accident, and with the second life given to them, they find themselves having to accomplish what seems to be an impossible mission: to restore the faith of the people in the small town of Hermoso.

In the first few days of its airing, people already draw inspiration from the stories and characters of “Huwag Kang Mangamba.” In one of the comments shared to Dreamscape Entertainment, the ABS-CBN production unit that produced the show, @sirayanlawpeace said “Kudos to ABS-CBN, HKM is very timely and has relevance in the time of uncertainty. This is what we need, something that would remind us that there is always hope in every situation.”

While @leny358855 said “Worth watching. Very inspirational. First episode pa lang grabe na ang emosyon. Congrats po sa lahat ng cast and crew. Thank you Bro!”

“Huwag Kang Mangamba” also stars Kyle Echarri, Seth Fedelin, RK Bagatsing, Dominic Ochoa, Diether Ocampo, Enchong Dee, Angeline Quinto, Soliman Cruz, Mercedes Cabral, Paolo Gumabao, Aylanna Angeles, Mylene Dizon, and Dimples Romana, and is under the direction of Jerry Lopez Sineneng, Emmanuel Q. Palo, and Darnel Villaflor.

Do not miss the inspiring and hopeful story of “Huwag Kang Mangamba” which you may watch outside the Philippines on TFC’s Primetime Bida block on cable and satellite, and via TFC IPTV and iWantTFC.

For more updates about the show, visit mytfc.com, emea.kapamilya.com, or like the TFC Facebook page applicable to your area.

ShopeePay, an integrated mobile wallet that offers users easy access to digital payment services, invites Filipinos to go cashless at the 4.4 ShopeePay Cashless Festival. This is the second iteration of Shopee’s Cashless Festival, which had its successful inaugural launch last February. From March 22 to 25, users who shop, buy load, and pay bills with ShopeePay get to enjoy exclusive rewards such as free shipping, ₱1 deals, and cashback.

Until March 25, ShopeePay users can enjoy the following perks:

Free shipping vouchers

Shop to your heart’s content without worrying about shipping fees! This March 22 to 25, enjoy free shipping for a minimum spend of ₱149 on various categories. On March 24, watch out for sitewide free shipping vouchers redeemable with a minimum spend of ₱199, which will be released throughout the day in limited quantities. Finally, on 4.4 Mega ShopeePay Day, enjoy all-day sitewide free shipping!

Exclusive Deals Near Me vouchers

Craving your favorite burger, donut, ice cream, or pizza? Use ShopeePay to get exclusive ₱1 Deals and amazing offers from your favorite fast food brands such as Jollibee, McDonald’s, Dunkin’ Donuts, and Domino’s!

Discounts and flash deals on mobile load

Always on your phone? Grab the following mobile load deals on March 22 and 25: ₱20 load for ₱12 and ₱50 load for ₱42. On March 25, watch out for the following flash deals throughout the day: ₱20 load for ₱10 and ₱50 load for ₱37.

Even bigger cashbacks

Use ShopeePay to earn more coins cashback that you can use to get discounts on your next shopping spree. For every purchase from participating shops, get 20% cashback, capped at 200 coins, on selected categories.

On March 23 and 25, use ShopeePay to settle bills worth at least ₱600 to enjoy 15% cashback, capped at 90 coins. Users who buy load/data or pay bills for the first time can enjoy 20% cashback, capped at 120 coins, from March 22 to 24; and 25% cashback, capped at 150 coins, on March 25.

This 4.4 ShopeePay Cashless Festival, shop, buy load, and pay bills with ShopeePay to enjoy more rewards! For more information, visit https://shopee.ph/m/shopee-pay.

Download the Shopee app for free via the App Store or Google Play.

Did you know that an average of 42 fire incidents occurs in the Philippines daily? This amounts to around ₱4.65 billion worth of damage every year. According to the Bureau of Fire Protection, the top causes of fire outbreaks in the Philippines are faulty electrical connections, lighted cigarette butts, and open flames.

Since most of us are staying home with our families during this time, it’s our responsibility to ensure that our haven and sanctuary remains free from such health hazards. This Fire Prevention Month, educate yourself and your family on fire safety measures. Remember, it’s better to be safe than sorry.

Here are five fire prevention measures you need to take:

Install smoke alarms

First things first: install a smoke alarm. These alarms can detect fire way before your nose can smell smoke. Early detection can save your house—and your loved ones’ lives.

Install smoke alarms on every floor, including inside bedrooms and living areas. Mount each unit on the ceiling or high up on walls. Don’t forget to test these out every month and change the batteries every year. You don’t want them to fail you when a fire actually breaks out. After ten years of use, replace each unit.

Try: X-SENSE Smoke Alarm, ₱1,500

Get fire extinguishers or blankets ready

Did you know that using water to extinguish fires isn’t fool-proof? Since oil and water don’t mix, using the latter to extinguish grease fires can actually cause it to spread. Additionally, water conducts electricity and you can get electrocuted if you try to douse an electrical fire.

Instead, invest in a fire extinguisher or fire blanket. Confused about which one to use? Smother smaller fires in the kitchen with a fire blanket. They’re less messy and won’t damage food items in your kitchen. For bigger, harder-to-reach fires, use a fire extinguisher. Make sure they’re available on each floor. Place them near the kitchen, garage, and any other exit routes.

Try: Daytech Fire Blanket, ₱489

Avoid open flames

Does your weekend pamper routine feature scented candles? Place your candles on a stable, heat-resistant surface, preferably at a distance from your bed, curtains, and other flammable items. To avoid flare-ups, light them far away from aircon vents or electric fans.

You might feel relaxed and ready for bed with soothing scents, but never doze off and leave your candles unattended. Consider switching to battery-operated candles if you have kids and pets who might accidentally knock them over.

Try: At Home LED Candle, ₱230

Keep all appliances in working order

If you’ve been squeezing the last ounce of life out of your old appliances, it’s time to put them to rest. You’re not saving money by continuing to use rickety appliances until they give out. The faulty machinery and frayed cables pose a fire hazard. A fire outbreak will end up being more expensive than a new appliance.

Most home fires start in the kitchen, so keep cooking appliances, in particular, functioning properly. For malfunctioning appliances, don’t attempt to use and call in a repairman as soon as possible. Replace if needed.

Try: Haier Cooking Range, ₱15,799

Create a fire escape plan

In the same way you practice fire drills at school or at the office, your family should craft its own home fire escape plan as well.

Establish primary and alternative escape routes from the house and pick at least two meeting spots in case family members get separated from each other. Teach everyone the Stop, Drop, and Roll method in the event that their clothes catch fire. Lastly, buy an emergency medical kit you can easily grab on your way out of the house.

Try: Mediplast Emergency Kit, ₱465

Keep yourself and your loved ones safe from harm with these doable tips. Taking such exhaustive measures might feel excessive, but as with everything else, prevention is better than cure. For emergencies, call the National Emergency Hotline at 911, or the Philippine Red Cross at 143. For all your shopping needs, download the Shopee app for free via the App Store or Google Play.

When a woman speaks, she can lead a generation into action. And that’s exactly what TV host, reporter, and all-around woman-in-action Gretchen Ho does. This Women’s Month, the athlete-turned-reporter shares her journey on how having strong women connections helped her become a voice and beacon of her generation.

“When I envision something, I get into action to achieve it,” says Gretchen Ho. Dubbed as the ‘Woman-in-Action’, she has evolved from being a university athlete, to an events host, a news anchor, and now as a Beacon for other women. She talks about how she believes that success comes from a daily and constant effort, “Work hard. Never forget work ethic, take action day-by-day and keep improving daily. Move forward with consistency”.

Before becoming a news anchor, Gretchen was a volleyball star player having been key to the successes of her former teams’ championship wins at the prestigious UAAP and 2014 PSL Grand Prix Conference Games. She then moved to become a TV reporter, working on the sidelines to find and tell empowering stories of people from different walks of life. All these led her to the “Woman in Action” that she is now.

In 2017, Gretchen became an Ambassador for Health and Nutrition of the Philippine branch of World Vision, a humanitarian aid, development and advocacy organization. Her advocacies and achievements have been recognized by various organizations. She has been named Best News Personality at the 2020 Paragala Media Awards, Most Outstanding Female Correspondent at the 2020 3rd Gawad Lasallianeta, Best New Female Segment Host for the Year at the 2019 Gawad Pilipino, consistent awardee for Best Lifestyle Show and Best Morning Show Hosts at the PMPC Star Awards for TV, and Student’s Choice of Personality for Social Media Development at the 2016 USTv XII Awards. Making the most of her connections to help others, Gretchen continues to use her influence in empowering others for the better. “It’s not just about the hard work, it’s also about doors and opportunities. I strive to use these connections to help other people. I make use of my platform and network so that I can help more people in need,” she adds.

With this, Gretchen Ho is named as “Beacon” for PLDT Home’s #SheConnects campaign. She joins stellar women in a masterclass video series that showcases inspiring journeys of distinguished women and how they connect with others to inspire, elevate, and empower.

Asked about her vision for women in the future, Gretchen had this hope in mind: “My hope is that more women will rise up to lead and use their platforms to empower and connect more women for a better future.”

Learn more from the Woman-in-Action, Gretchen Ho, as she shares more lessons through a masterclass video on PLDT Home’s Youtube page here.

We've all been spending more time at home these days, and while we all sorely miss the outdoors, one saving grace is the new hobbies we wouldn’t have had the time to pick up otherwise. Whether it's an interest in art, music, gaming, or fitness, these varied hobbies we’ve discovered surely kept us busy and entertained this past year. Did you know that exploring new passions can also result in learning more skills and improved mental health?

Now that you’ve found a hobby you’re fully interested in, it’s time to level up. To completely immerse yourself in your new hobby, you need the right tools. Below, we’ve compiled a list of electronics each serial hobbyist needs to equip themselves with, from cameras to air fryers. The best part? You’ll get the best bang for your buck since they’re all on sale this March 24 at Shopee’s Mega Electronics Sale, where you can enjoy discounts up to 90% off!

For the aspiring creators

You’ve always been interested in the arts. Now, you’re finally taking the time to develop your talent and creativity! Flex your burgeoning videography skills with the waterproof DJI Digital Camera, which offers dynamic HDR video, 4K/60fps resolution, and reliable stabilization technology. For audiophiles and musicians, enjoy up to five hours of high-quality, noise-canceling sound with the JBL Portable Bluetooth Speaker. If you’re dabbling in digital art, the Fonken Digital Pencil can be used for painting and writing on Android and Apple devices for up to ten hours. Store all your videos, songs, and artwork safely in this HP 2TB Flash Drive, which has a read rate of 16Mb-20Mb/S and a write rate of 6-10 Mb/S.

For the budding gamers

Did you fall into the online gaming rabbit hole during quarantine and spend a lot of sleepless nights binging your new favorite games? Juggle work and play with the Acer Aspire 5, which comes with a memory of 4GB DDR4 and storage of 1TB HDD + 128GB SSD. To complete your gaming setup, Zeus Gaming Keyboard and Mouse provides a response frequency of 1000Hz and anti-ghosting technology. If you prefer something more portable, Oppo A92 features a Qualcomm Snapdragon 665 processor, making it a lightweight yet reliable mobile gaming device.

For the striving fitness buffs

We all became more conscious of our health this year. If you’ve gotten into working out, track your progress with Huawei Honor Band 6. Choose from its wide range of sports modes, including running, walking, and swimming. Maintain your goal weight by cooking oil-free, homemade meals using Cherry Air Fryer, which comes with multiple functions such as baking tray, bread machine, microwave oven, and electric oven. Motivate yourself by monitoring any changes with the Xiaomi Smart Weighing Scale. This smart weighing scale collects and interprets data measurements, including weight, BMI, and muscle mass.

Invest in your hobbies and interests to further your skills, give yourself that much-deserved mental break, and improve your well-being. For more information, visit https://shopee.ph/m/mega-electronics-sale. Don’t forget to top up your ShopeePay for more deals.

Download the Shopee app for free via the App Store or Google Play.

The damage of getting your house razed by fire is insurmountable; fires at home can break out anytime and anywhere and can damage livelihood, household appliances and more. In 2018, the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) recorded a total of 14,316 incidents of fire from January until December.

This is why every March is Fire Prevention Month in the Philippines, and BFP’s campaign for this month is safety consciousness among our people every day of the year as a positive preventive approach to a problem that can be solved by more caution, vigilance, sobriety, exercise of common sense and respect for the law.” It is a campaign that focuses on exercising vigilance at home and keeping oneself knowledgeable on the best way to protect your home and family from destruction brought about by fire.

“Cebuana Lhuillier has always committed to be of help to the Filipinos at all times, and our call for Fire Prevention is a reflection of that, our insurance products that aims to keep our clients protected at all times is a complementary effort to our advocacy for this month.” said Jean Henri Lhuillier, President and CEO of Cebuana Lhuillier.

PJ Lhuillier’s insurance arm, the Cebuana Lhuillier Insurance Brokers, Inc (CLIB), has also expressed its support for BFP’s campaign through the years. It has been a staunch advocate of having Filipinos insured, posting almost a 35% contribution to the total number of insured Filipinos through microinsurance. CLIB has also worked together closely with the Insurance Commission in promoting microinsurance in the country, they have settled over more than 5,300 million claims worth over Php 500 million they have serviced over 16,500 claimants. Cebuana Lhuillier Insurance Brokers’, Inc. is also the first and only ISO-certified insurance broker in the Philippines.

Also launched this month in conjunction with the celebration of the Fire Prevention Month is a promo dubbed “Panalo ka sa ProtectMax” where clients of the ProtectMax product of CLIB get a chance to win Php 25,000. The promo is open to all clients who will purchase 5 ProtectMax COCs; these 5 COCs are equal to e-raffle entry. For the promo, 20 lucky raffle winners will be selected and will win Php 25,000.

“This Fire Prevention month, it is very important to drumbeat awareness on fire safety and prevention, and the importance of being protected. CLIB believes that an information and education drive is very important to ensure that everyone is well-informed against conflagration.” said Cebuana Lhuillier Insurance Brokers’ Inc., Jonathan Batangan. For clients who are interested to keep themselves protected without having to go to Cebuana Lhuillier’s more than 2,500 branches, they may purchase Home Insurance via the ProtectNow app or website, just log on to protectnow.com to see CLIB’s full range of products online.

They’ve also mounted the #SunogFreeWorryFree: ProtectMax Kontra Sunog webinar which aims to highlight the importance of being ready for untoward situations especially fire, and the importance of having protection whenever there are threats of conflagration.

 

The Jolly Spaghetti is available in all Jollibee stores nationwide for only Php 50 solo, and P200 as a Family Pan good for four to five people. Have it safely delivered to you via the Jollibee Delivery App, JollibeeDelivery.com, #87000, GrabFood, and foodpanda! Also available in Drive-Thru and Take Out.

For more info and updates on Jollibee products, like Jollibee Philippines on Facebook, subscribe to Jollibee Studios on YouTube, and follow @jollibee on Twitter and Instagram.

This Women’s Month, PLDT Home celebrates the power of female connections in a unique video series dubbed #SheConnects that features four empowered Filipinas who are builders, champions, and beacons of today’s generation.

PLDT Home’s #SheConnects campaign aims to cultivate a community of connected women empowering and inspiring one another. This has not been more essential nor timely, than it is today. Amidst the challenges of a raging pandemic, providing a platform where women can convene and come together is nothing short of spectacular. Here, one woman’s success can be the bridge to fulfilling another woman’s dream.

“With #SheConnects we want to shine the spotlight on incredible women who are trailblazers in their respective fields. We hope that their stories will inspire and empower other women to continue making a positive impact in society,” shares Butch Jimenez, PLDT Senior Vice President and Head of Consumer Business – Home Group.

Frontlining PLDT Home’s #SheConnects campaign are four Filipinas whose advocacies and achievements are shining examples of women empowerment: Athlete, TV personality and “Woman in Action” Gretchen Ho as Beacon; Masungi Georeserve Founders and Managing Trustees Billie and Ann Dumaliang as Champions; and Social entrepreneur and Messy Bessy owner Krie Lopez as Builder.

As a beacon and role model for today’s youth, Gretchen continues to inspire others to speak up and shed light on issues that impact women. From her days as a champion athlete to now being a rising-star in the news industry, Gretchen Ho is paving the way for women to use their platforms to tell their stories and be brave to stand up for what they believe in.

Sisters Billie & Ann Dumaliang show other women how to be brave about one’s purpose. With dedication and effort, they have turned the Masungi Georeserve into a massively thriving example of commitment to help sustain the Philippines’ natural resources. Breaking away from the norms of corporate work, the sisters took the road less traveled and aimed for environmental awareness and conservation. They are a shining example of how women can become champions for future generation.

Krie Lopez built a business with the heart at its core – love for people and planet. This has been her battle-cry from the very start. Making social enterprise a social responsibility, she has been an advocate of inclusivity for all women by providing them not just jobs but also education and holistic development. For years, she has been connecting women from different backgrounds, especially those considered “unskilled laborers,” to opportunities that can impact their lives for the better.

Championing their causes, PLDT Home encourages every empowered woman to rise up and make a positive impact to other people’s lives through the power of their strongest connections at home. Through this campaign, women can elevate and educate others through a voice that can be heard clear across all generations.

Learn how to be a woman builder, champion, and beacon just like Gretchen Ho, Billie and Ann Dumaliang, and Krie Lopez by watching the series of Virtual Master classes on PLDT Home’s social media pages: Youtube, Facebook, and Twitter.

Pru Life UK announces its We DO Health & Wealth: 25th Anniversary Celebration, which features a 25-week raffle bonanza. Starting March 29, 2021 until Pru Life UK’s 25th anniversary in September 2021, over Php 6 million worth of prizes will be given away to more than 600 winners. Participants will stand a chance to win the Php2.5 million cash prize in the grand raffle draw, and iPhone 12s, and e-gift certificates in the weekly raffle draws.

“We are proud of Pru Life UK’s legacy of nurturing the health and wealth of Filipinos for the past 25 years. We have reached this milestone because of all customers and agents who have trusted us through the years. Pru Life UK would like to thank everyone and give back with a raffle that will surely put a smile on everyone’s face,” says Pru Life UK President and Chief Executive Officer Antonio G. De Rosas.

To join the weekly draw, all that is needed is download Pulse, the insurer’s all-in-one health app, and use its features to earn raffle entries. Participants can increase their chances of winning by being more active on the app. On Pulse, they can engage with other users in MyCommunity, complete health assessments, accomplish the Exercise Buddy activity, and more.

Each week, there are 25 winners of an iPhone 12 and 24 winners of an e-gift certificate worth Php2,500. The winners will be announced on Pru Life UK’s website and official Facebook page one day after the draw.

Come its 25th anniversary this September, Pru Life UK will be holding a grand raffle draw where one winner will take home Php2.5 million in cash.

“Through the raffle series, we aim to promote and reward a healthy lifestyle, all within the ecosystem of our Pulse, a technology which the Pru Life UK community is extremely proud of. In a way, the Pulse app captures the company’s 25 years of innovation and commitment to protect the health and grow the wealth of Filipinos,” shares Pru Life UK Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer Allan Tumbaga.

25 years as a trusted life insurance partner[1]

Pru Life UK has always been committed to safeguarding its client’s best investment: their future. Since 1996, the company has served its clients’ evolving health and protection needs through its health insurance policies. In its first year, Pru Life UK became one of the first companies allowed by the Insurance Commission to issue dollar-denominated policies.

In 1998, Pru Life UK was ranked among the top 10 life insurance companies in the Philippines in terms of First-Year Premiums. In 2001, the company was named the fastest-growing life insurer in the country with a 63% growth rate.

The following year, Pru Life UK pioneered the first unit-linked or investment-linked life insurance product in the Philippines. The company reached another milestone in 2007 when it hit the P1 billion mark in terms of Annualized Premium Equivalent, a 130% growth from the previous year.

Pru Life UK expanded its reach to children when it launched the Cha-Ching Financial Literacy for the Youth Program in 2012. This was quickly followed by the introduction of the Prudence Foundation, the community investment arm of Prudential plc in Asia and Africa. More innovations were announced within the decade: the customer portal PRUAccess, the PRULink Global Emerging Markets fund, the PRULink Cash Flow fund, and the best-selling product PRULink Elite Protector 5.

In 2016, Pru Life UK inaugurated PRURide PH, which promotes cycling as a way to achieve health and wellness, and as a sustainable alternative mode of transportation. Three years later, PRURide PH received a 2.2-accreditation from the Union Cycliste Internationale, the world’s governing body for cycling.

The company began offering asset management and trust products in 2019, with the opening of its subsidiary Pru Life UK Investments.

“Our passion to reach more milestones is grounded in our ‘We DO’ commitment, a promise to listen, understand, and deliver to meet our clients’ health and wealth needs. Pru Life UK is excited to celebrate the next 25 weeks, and embrace the next 25 years, as we build on our legacy to be Filipinos’ trusted life insurance partner,” ends De Rosas.

Earlier this year, PRUDengue products were launched on Pulse, and more protection and health products are set for launch in the coming months of 2021.

Join Pru Life UK’s weekly and grand raffles by downloading the Pulse app at wedopulse.com/ph/.

 

The plan to look for  a place to relax and enjoy the view will just be a few clicks away before it happens. So better watch out, for this event and get ready for LOVE LA UNION DIGITAL TRAVEL AND TOURISM EXPO!

 

In this New Normal, the trending and the latest is online selling. People are now engaged in online selling due to the pandemic that we are experiencing now. The good news about this new normal is that even though we are staying inside our houses, we can still do few things that we want to do. We can chit chat with our friends, we can order online for food that we want to eat and even do shopping online. Basically these are the trend nowadays.

Since we are afraid to go out and do shopping the physical way, online selling is the big answer and it is really a big help for us, especially buying some of our necessities but of course there are still that few luxuries that we want to buy and we can do that while inside our houses. No need to go out, just do it online. 

With this, me and together with some few bloggers were able to interview a name in online selling. I think she has been in the industry quite long already that she was tagged as the LV Queen. Her name is  Fe Yamaguchi of Yamabear Collection.

Yamabear Collection is an online shop and she does the selling through FB live. According to Ms. Fe, the name Yamabear came from her Surname Yamaguchi, the Yama, while the bear, usually her little ones would call her Mama bear. They combined the two to make it Yamabear Collection for her FB name.

Fe Mendoza Yamaguchi is a resident of Japan and was born in Baguio City. On her Yamabear Collection she sells Pre-loved Luxury items like Rolex watches, Louis Vuitton items, diamonds, necklaces, bracelets and many more. She does the selling through the page of Yamabear Collection.

Here are some of the items that Yamabear Collection have;

She now caters to different clients from different countries. She solely does the job by herself. The online selling and having many clients is really a struggle for her. But as a strong woman she face it and manages to overcome whatever circumstances that she will encounter. She is a person with positive outlook to attract positive vibes for her business.

During our interview through zoom I ask her if she do have a Filipina artist client, according to her as of the moment she don't have but the last time was the sister of Ms. Heart Evangelista.

Mommies, if  you are a fan of luxury item, Yamabear Collection is your to-go FB page. Just watch the FB live everyday and you'll surely love the items. According to Miss Fe, watch out for her upcoming Pre-loved branded item that she'll feature soon, there will be a lot of luxurious item that you'll really like.

Here are their social media accounts and website

 

La Union to launch DIGITAL TRAVEL AND TOURISM EXPO

The wave beckons and the mountain calls as La Union sets its gates to once again be unlocked for tourism. As we steadfastly wait for the reopening of our beloved La Union, let us get ourselves prepared as the Provincial Government of La Union (PGLU) through the La Union Provincial Tourism Office (LUPTO) stage the Love La Union Digital Travel and Tourism Expo on March 15 to April 15, 2021. The Love La Union Digital Travel and Tourism Expo is an online and mobile app platform featuring tourism and travel destinations in the province. It also features limited offers of travel and tour packages which are available for sale and are made especially affordable for the Digital Event. Various accommodation sales are also up for grabs. It also contains information of various tourism destinations that would make one fall in love with La Union.

To be able to join the Digital Expo, one must download the EXPO PH Mobile App on their mobile phones. The App is available through Google Playstore for Android phones and Appstore for IOS. After downloading the App, one can search for the Love La Union Digital Travel and Tourism Expo and browse through the wide array of offers.

The Digital Event is PGLU’s way of assisting its local tourism stakeholders to help them economically bounce back being one of the most affected sectors of the community due to the CoViD 19 Pandemic. It is expected that the event shall help the revival of the tourism industry in the province where tourists from all over the world can once again create fond memories.

For more information, visit Love La Union official Facebook page or call (242) 5550 to 53 local 286 or telefax number (072) 607 9692.

Digital Event Venue and Media Platform: Expo Ph Mobile App, ACES multimedia ph and ATFC

Virtual streaming partner: KUMU App

Official media partners:

Philippine Daily Inquirer

 

 Happy International Women's Month Mommies!

A woman, a mom, and a wife, it's all about womanhood this March. We all know that this is the time to celebrate woman empowerment. We, as moms, need to be caring and strong as we all strive hard through this pandemic. Of course, we also need to take care of ourselves to care for our loved ones.

Today, we all need to keep safe and follow protocols, from sanitizing and surroundings up to disinfecting ourselves from the bad bacterias around us. But of course, aside from these, we all need to make ourselves healthy and clean as well. Betadine is a brand that we use in our house from cleaning wounds to even personal care.

Betadine feminine wash is the recommended brand by my Ob-gyne to me. I have been using this for years already and I like this product. I particularly use the Lavender Mist.

And I can say that it is our family's trusted brand. 

Here are some of the facts about the line of products of Betadine. 

 Sore throat-causing viruses, nagaabang na magcrash landing sa'yo! Panatilihing protektado at bantay-sarado ang Viral Gates mo with Povidone-Iodine (BETADINE®). use Povidone-Iodine (BETADINE®) Gargle and Throat Spray to kill sore throat- causing viruses in as early as 30 seconds! #BantaySaradoAngViralGates

Povidone-Iodine (BETADINE®) Throat Spray
• 0.45% oral antiseptic solution, mentholated
• For fast and soothing relief of sore throat
• Broad-spectrum killing action: kills viruses, bacteria, and fungi
• Kills viruses, the leading cause of sore throat, in as early as 30 seconds
• On the go. Convenient. Easy to use.
• Direct-to-throat delivery system

Povidone-Iodine (BETADINE®) Gargle
• 1% antiseptic solution for overall oral hygiene, mint-flavored
• For fast and soothing relief of sore throat and mouth sores
• Broad-spectrum killing action: kills viruses, bacteria, and fungi
• Kills viruses, the leading cause of sore throat, in as early as 30 seconds
• Mouthwash for oral hygiene of post-operative or bedridden patients
• Ideal degerming soak for dentures and toothbrushes does not stain the teeth
 

Betadine® Fresh Bliss® is a daily feminine wash with Avena Oats that helps soothe and moisturize your intimate area and Gentle Defense Lactic Acid to help maintain its pH balance and protect you from unpleasant odor,Paraben-free, Clinically tested, pH-balanced.
We are still free to use these but we should not forget that if symptoms persist consult our doctor.
® BETADINE and FRESH BLISS are Registered Trademarks of Mundipharma. 

 
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