Shopee sends relief efforts to earthquake victims in Abra

 

As part of its mission to better the lives of the underserved through technology, Shopee recently partnered with the Luzon Clean Water Development Corporation, Indoplas, and Metro Bangued Water District to provide aid to those affected by the magnitude 5.2 earthquake which impacted key areas of Abra last 28 August. 

Through its logistics arm, Shopee Xpress, Shopee delivered drinking water and donated 10,000 face masks for over 300 families in Barangay Lusuac in the Municipality of Peñarrubia and Barangay Patucannay in the Municipality of Tayum. This initiative is part of Shopee Bayanihan, the company's umbrella CSR arm that seeks to provide support for communities in need through partnerships with various humanitarian organizations.

Martin Yu, Director at Shopee Philippines, said “Shopee remains committed to utilizing our platform and resources to benefit local communities   and part of this is providing help where we can, most especially in times of need. We hope for the recovery and continued safety of these affected communities.”

With Shopee Bayanihan, Shopee furthers its objective of serving the underserved through technology, by helping communities benefit from the power of digital transformation wherever they are in the Philippines.

Take playtime to the skies with the new Jollibee Flight Squad Jolly Kiddie Meal toys!

 Take playtime to the skies with the new

Jollibee Flight Squad Jolly Kiddie Meal toys!

 

The Jollibee Flight Squad is here to give endless fun–collect them all now!

 

Jollibee’s lovable mascots are taking to the skies this month for a new and fun adventure, revving up as the Jollibee Flight Squad in the latest set of Jolly Kiddie Meal toys.

 

Charging forward and leading the Flight Squad is Jollibee, who spins in his aircraft by moving the circular device with your finger. With just a push, Hetty can float and sway side to side in a cute and colorful blimp. Yum can take off into the air in his jetpack and Popo can eject and zoom out from his hang glider with just a simple push. And last but not the least, pull out the ripcord from Twirlie’s helicopter to make the propeller release and spin up high!

 

The Jollibee Flight Squad Jolly Kiddie Meal toys are designed with eye-catching colors and designs that will surely give Jolly kids loads of joy and fun! Each of the five collectible toys comes with its own Jolly Joy Box and is available with every purchase of a Yumburger (P82), Yumburger Meal with Drink (P102), Jolly Spaghetti (P97), Jolly Spaghetti Meal with Drink (P107), 1-pc. Burger Steak (P97), 1-pc. Burger Steak Meal with Drink (P114), 1-pc. Chickenjoy with rice (P129), or a 1-pc. Chickenjoy Meal with Drink (P144). The entire toy set is also available with a purchase of a 6-pc. Chickenjoy Bucket for only P624.

 

Fly off into the skies of fun with the Jollibee Flight Squad Jolly Kiddie Meal toys! Don’t miss this chance to collect all five toys by visiting the Jollibee branch nearest you, or by having them delivered to your home through the Jollibee App, JollibeeDelivery.com, #87000 hotline, GrabFood, or foodpanda. Promo runs from September 1, 2022 to November 30, 2022 only.

 

VXON as realme’s first P-Pop Ambassador

VXON

 VXON as realme’s first P-Pop Ambassador

realme and VXON team up to unveil exciting collaboration for Filipino fans 

As part of its mission to advocate for Pinoy music through supporting local talents, realme, the PH’s no. 1 smartphone brand for straight 6 quarters (based on IDC’s Q2 2022 sell-in report), continues to provide platforms for Filipino talents not only to be recognized locally but also help break into the international scene.

VXON, “The Monster Rookies of P-Pop,” officially joined realme as the brand’s first ever P-Pop group ambassador. The exciting news was announced during the recently concluded realme Fan Festival last Aug 26 at the Megamall Fashion Hall. The group performed their popular hits, such as The Beast and P.S., alongside the first reveal of their latest comeback single "Fiyaah", which became a total hit for the crowd.

Groove in with VXON’s official MV for Fiyaah

The new single comeback was even made more special as this marks the group's first song collaboration together with realme. According to VXON, “Fiyaah” serves as a reminder for their fans to #DareToBeYou, embrace their passions and unleash their inner light. “Fiyaah is actually a true co-production between realme’s team and VXON. They’re very easy to work with, giving us ample room for our creativity and expression, but still giving a lot of ideas to improve our collaboration song,” VXON added.

The Vixies (the official fandom of VXON) were quick to stream the newest VXON single on all major music streaming platforms as soon as it was released. In just a few hours after its release, the song was able to hit No. 3 on the iTunes chart for Philippines and No. 1 on the iTunes chart for UAE. The group also revealed the official music video on their  official YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/c/VXONOfficial

The music video starts with a colorful and warm grading before it eventually flashes into a dark set-up or layout where the VXON members perform with fire behind them. The P-Pop boy group’s style and aesthetic also stood out as the VXON members appeared in an all white ensemble and all black outfit in the video layouts.

In addition, VXON complemented the song with a high energy choreography that makes every viewer want to dance to Fiyaah’s beat. Moreover, VXON also proved their talent and versatility by incorporating English, Tagalog, and Spanish lyrics into the song, making this one of Fiyaah's highlights.

Join the VXON Challenge

On top of the live performances and music video released by VXON, the Vixies are in for more exciting treats! VXON encourages their fans and P-Pop fans alike to unleash their creativity through the #FiyaahChallenge on Tiktok.

Fans are to post their original #FiyaahChallenge video on their own Tiktok account. Head on to VXON’s official Tiktok page https://www.tiktok.com/@vxonofficial to join the #FiyaahChallenge and you might win amazing giveaways from VXON and realme. Don’t forget to follow VXON on their Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/vxonofficial to stay tuned for more news and announcements as well as interactions with the group.

For more info and other brand updates, be sure to follow realme on Facebook or visit www.realme.com.ph.

Safeguard’s SAFEWash, MWF and DepEd Join Hands to Ensure Safer Balik Eskwela

Safeguard’s SAFEWash, MWF and DepEd Join Hands to Ensure Safer Balik Eskwela

Stepping up to ensure that minimum handwashing standards are met for the nationwide reopening of classes, Safeguard’s SAFEwash joined forces with Manila Water Foundation (MWF) and DepEd to hold a P&G Safeguard Brigada Eskwela at the National Orthopedic Hospital School for Crippled Children (NOH SCC) last August 17.

“Balik Eskwela” 2022

After two years of living through the world’s most extended school closure, the Philippines finally reopens its public and private schools.

The resumption of in-person classes was prompted by the challenges brought about by the “digital divide,” or the gap between individuals and their access to digital tools such as the Internet and digital-enabled services and devices. The Philippines Digital Economy Report 2020 of the National Economic Development Authority and the World Bank highlighted that this unequal access to digital resources has affected poor-performing and marginalized students.

To bridge this gap, DepEd's “Oplan Balik Eskwela 2022” engages partner agencies, organizations, and other stakeholders to facilitate a smooth and safe transition back to face-to-face classes.

Back-to-School-Ready with #SAFEWash

Helping to facilitate a successful nationwide school reopening, Safeguard partnered with DepEd and MWF to strengthen the minimum handwashing standards of schools across Metro Manila and other key areas nationwide through SAFEWash program.

Last August 17, this collaboration mounted a successful MWF & Safeguard Brigada Eskwela for the National Orthopedic Hospital School for Crippled Children (NOH SCC), where sinks and hand soaps were provided.

The program also complemented the donations with educational modules and a tutorial session for school staff  to reinforce proper handwashing practice. P&G volunteers also participated to help refurbish the classrooms.

A Huge Step Towards a Safer Normal

To-date, Safeguard’s SAFEWash has already reached 200,000+ students and school staff nationwide.

Celebrating this huge step towards a Safer Normal, Vice President for P&G Beauty Care and Brand Operations, Aldrich Gopal, echoed the Brand’s vision to safeguard the nation's health. “A huge thank you to our partners for helping make this happen. Together, we take this step towards a SAFER normal, directly impacting the lives of our schoolchildren and their families,” he said.

But while this continuing collaboration has already made great strides in ensuring health and hygiene in schools, the SAFEWash program is far from over.

More Helping Hands Needed

Since its launch in 2020, SAFEWash has been equipping schools win against germs and illnesses, as a support to DepEd’s WASH in Schools (WinS) program. WinS is DepEd’s three-star rating system for evaluating public schools’ over-all hygiene and sanitation, where the opportunity to create a culture of proper handwashing is strong.

The project’s goal to uplift the hand hygiene rating of schools all over the Philippines, can be only achieved through sustained help and support. With your continued patronage of Safeguard, we can work hand-in-hand toward a Safer Normal, where proper handwashing culture in schools is built and promoted. After all, safeguarding the students and school staff means safeguarding the future of the nation.

(P&G Volunteers with the faculty of National Orthopedic Hospital School for Crippled Children in Quezon City)

P&G Philippines supports Brigada Eskwela 2022

 

Procter & Gamble (P&G) Philippines, whose portfolio has been trusted over the years for its premium health care, home and hygiene products, continues to step up as a force for good by extending efforts to promote proper hygiene and cleanliness in 55 public schools in the National Capital Region (NCR) and supporting the Department of Education’s (DepEd)  Brigada Eskwela (“Back-to-School Brigade”).

The Brigada Eskwela, with this year’s theme, “Tugon sa Hamon ng Ligtas na Balik-Aral,” DepEd’s annual maintenance program that aims to bring together stakeholders to voluntarily participate and contribute time and skills to do repairs, clean-up work and prepare public elementary and secondary schools for the school opening.

(P&G Volunteers cleaning armchairs)

Volunteers from P&G went to National Orthopedic Hospital School for Crippled Children in Quezon, City to help with minor maintenance tasks such as cleaning the classroom walls, windows, armchairs, and hallways in preparation for the school’s re-opening of in-person classes this August 2022.

P&G also donated Safeguard foaming hand soap products to 16 Schools Division Offices (SDOs) of DepEd NCR to support and promote proper hygiene education among students and teachers as they return to school face-to-face. This will benefit 75,000 learners and 7,000 teachers across public schools in NCR. P&G’s participation in Brigada Eskwela highlights the Company’s commitment of using its hygiene brands and partnerships to be a force for good and a force for growth for the communities it serves. 

(DepEd NCR Schools Division officers with P&G’s Safeguard donation)

#SafeWASH in Schools

As face-to-face classes resume, the need to ensure the health and safety of pupils and teachers becomes more crucial. Aside from its participation and donation of hygiene products in this year’s Brigada Eskwela, P&G Philippines in partnership with Manila Water Foundation, continues to support the Oplan Kalusugan (OK) sa DepEd and WASH in Schools (WinS) programs of the Department of Education by constructing 10-faucet, foot-pedal-operated hygiene facilities, distribution of hygiene supplies, provision of info-education materials, and conduct of hygiene education sessions in over 285 public schools in NCR and Rizal Province.

#SafeWASH in Schools aims to support the safe return of students, teachers, and staff upon resumption of face-to-face classes. This collaboration project aims to improve the WinS readiness of public schools by prioritizing zero-star rated schools under the category of group handwashing facilities in DepEd’s WinS Three Star Approach. To date, there are already 161 NCR and Rizal schools with new multi-faucet hand hygiene facilities, ensuring a healthy school community, WASH-ready and safe from germs and communicable diseases.

Passionate about research? Mapúa student says immersion in USA’s most innovative university a must

 

Alecsanndra Gonzales
Bachelor of Science in Biological Engineering – Master of Science in Biological Engineering

Passionate about research? Mapúa student says immersion in USA’s most innovative university a must

Deciding on which college degree to pursue is a process and requires a lot of thinking. And sometimes, your dream profession can be realized even after spending a semester in the university of your choice and being presented with the vast academic opportunities it offers. This has been the case for 24-year-old student of Bachelor of Science in Biological Engineering – Master of Science in Biological Engineering joint program Alecsanndra Gonzales. 

Mapúa University pioneered the offering of Biological Engineering in the Philippines in 2008. It is one of its ABET-accredited programs with curricula anchored on research and innovation. It offers non-traditional learning opportunities for students to gain their professional advantage, and among these is international experience through an immersion program.

Mapúa’s partnership with Arizona State University (ASU), the most innovative university in the US, supports this kind of learning opportunity through the offering of the summer immersion program to give students a chance to be immersed in ASU’s academic culture and discipline. Gonzales was the first student sent to ASU from Mapúa.

The summer immersion program is an introduction to the Sustainable Development Goals with discussions on the possible innovations to develop to help achieve the goals. It runs for two weeks and hosts students from ASU’s partner schools across the globe. It aims to help widen participants’ perception of global topics and issues through lectures and open discussions, collaborative research activity, and volunteer work. It also allows students to experience the beauty of Arizona with a tour around the ASU campus and a trip to the Grand Canyon.

“Having to meet individuals of different nationalities and culture at an international setting allowed me to realize that we have similarities and differences in terms of the societal problems we are facing. The program made me understand the value of sustainability in innovations and our role as future engineers to meet the goals in our respective cities or countries,” Gonzales shared. “Gaining friends from different fields and culture and the unforgettable Arizona experience are definitely plus factors.”

The culminating activity of the summer immersion program was the Global Launch x Cintana Sustainability and Innovation Pitch Competition where the team of Gonzales was hailed the winner out of the 10 groups. The team came up with Recycle: Pure Planet/RPP, a linear segregation system that will help individuals and businesses manage their waste materials. The application can be used to manage and monitor waste segregation, and in return allows individual users to redeem rewards or points which can be converted into cash or discount coupons and businesses to avail of tax discount for following the waste production and segregation threshold.

Alecsanndra Gonzales (third from left) and her team of international students being awarded for winning the Global Launch x Cintana Sustainability and Innovation Pitch Competition for their solution pitch targeting SDG #12: Sustainable Production and Consumption in Southeast Asia. 

The competition allowed the participants to incorporate their learnings about the SDGs and establish that, though they vary in their fields of studies and future professions, they can work together to devise sustainable solutions that are beneficial to communities.

“My teammates are software engineering and international business majors. We tried to incorporate everyone’s fields to come up with RPP. As future engineers, researchers, and business people, we should pave our way towards achieving the goal of making sustainable living possible for everyone through innovations like this one,” shared Gonzales.

For Gonzales, the summer immersion program is something her fellow students should also grab. It is a steppingstone for students like her who aspire to be part of the solution, as it will give them a broader cultural perspective and may inspire them to pursue a career or studies abroad.

“Continuing our growth through exposure to programs and opportunities like the summer immersion program is one of the many ways we can take that are invaluable for us to have a brighter future.”

Just this August, Mapúa begun offering health sciences and business programs in collaboration with ASU, namely, BS Biology, BS Psychology, AB Psychology, BS Accountancy, BS Business Administration (Major in Financial Management, Marketing Management, or Operations Management), and Master of Arts in Psychology. The summer immersion program at ASU is also offered to students of programs of related fields.

The Goodest food choice for your cats is here! 

The Goodest food choice for your cats is here!

 

Cats may seem very independent from their owners, but it is possible to win their precious affection. And once you are able to do this, it’s truly the best feeling in the world! The secrets to get your cat to become attached to you? First, you need to spend regular quality time with them. And yes, food – healthy, nutritious cat food - is the best way to conquer their indifferent hearts.  

To help win their furry friend’s love, cat owners can try the newest local cat food brand Goodest which offers the right nutrition at any age, at a-fur-dable prices and is always available in many local stores and pet shops.  

Goodest is formulated with expert chemists and vets so pet owners can be sure it has been developed with the specific needs of cats in mind. What’s more, Goodest also conforms with the international standards of the Association of American Feed Control Officials, which establishes the standard ingredient definitions and nutritional requirements for pet food. 

Unlike most cat food that need to be replaced depending on a cat’s age, Goodest is recommended for all life stages of your furry friend – kitten or adult, senior or pregnant. Just be sure to follow the recommended servings per life stage on the Goodest packaging.   

At any age or life stage, Goodest offers your cat a lot of benefits -- all in one package: complete and balanced nutrition, strong immunity, and helps them stay active and alert. They are made with real, natural, and nutritious ingredients -- loaded with vitamin E, DHA or omega-3 fatty acid, zinc, and quality protein.

Your pet can have its choice from Goodest’s delicious trio of flavors: Tender Tuna, Meaty Mackerel, and Chicken Chomp. Chicken Chomp has real chicken meat, tuna, and beef liver while Meaty Mackerel is made up of tuna, sardines, and mackerel. And of course, Tender Tuna has all that quality tuna. Any one of those variants will have your cat scraping off the bowl and asking for seconds!

And with Goodest, the great part is your kitty can always satisfy his or her cravings.  Since it’s manufactured locally, Goodest is easily available anywhere nationwide and is consistently in stock – whenever your paw pal needs or wants it. 

Finally, Goodest is a-fur-dable at just ₱26.15 (SRP) so keeping your cats healthy and well fed will not make a dent on the budget. 

With Goodest, you’ll definitely win your cat’s love!

Goodest is available online on Shopee and Lazada and in leading pet stores and grocery stores nationwide.

For more information and updates, visit www.goodestpetfood.com and follow Goodest on Facebook and Instagram @goodestpetfood.

 Sundried Freshness for All: Wash ALL your clothes in Downy’s #SunnyAllSaDowny Sampayan ng Bayan for FREE

No more #SanaAll! #SunnyAllSaDowny Sampayan ng Bayan is Free-for-All!

Wash all the fabrics you want with Downy for FREE at the biggest community laundry get-together, #SunnyAllSaDowny Sampayan ng Bayan.

Happening this September 10 from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM at Barangay Palingon, Taguig City –Tipas Elementary School Basketball Court, the barangay-wide event also boasts a jam-packed entertainment program hosted by Kaladkaren and Tart Carlos. Live performances from Sam Conception and Leah Patricio among other familiar faces from Tiktok will bring in even more sunny vibes. Booths overflowing with freebies and exciting raffle prizes await everyone who will join.

No More Raining On Your Parade

For the first time in a while, Downy will be holding an on-ground community event. At the Sampayan ng Bayan, anyone can bring up to 6kg worth of laundry and wash them with Downy for free.

The event comes at an opportune time now that drying our clothes under the sun has become nearly impossible. The rainy season has left most households with no choice but to dry their laundry indoors most days. Since clothes are not properly ventilated and dried, bacteria build up, leading to the musty, kulob smell.

Sundried Freshness Made Possible

The solution? Downy with Deep Action Antibac – Downy’s best-ever Kontra-Kulob Technology! Downy Kontra Kulob not only gives fabrics irresistible softness, but also brings Sundried Freshness to every load, ensuring that everyone is protected from kulob!  

As we enter the rainy season, make it your laundry habit to wash all your fabrics with Downy. Since we have been spending most of our time at home, it is important to make sure that every piece of cloth and fabric, including our pambahays and even our furniture covers, is protected with the long-lasting Sundried Fresh scent of Downy. By doing so, we can keep the rainy-day blues away and ensure that everyone’s mood is bright and sunny at home. 

Beating the Kulob Away

Here are 3 steps you can take to ensure that your family gets ultimate protection from kulob. From organizing your laundry to storing it, here’s how you can kulob-proof your clothes:

1.    Sort your laundry –  Some of our laundry may require extra attention, especially if it includes damp items like bath towels. Keep in mind that the longer clothes remain damp with sweat and dirt, the more germs will grow. For damp clothes, it’s best to wash them separately and wash them as soon as possible.

2.    Wash your clothes with fabric conditioner – Downy Antibac Kontra Kulob not only strengthens fabric, but also brings Sundried Freshness to every load, ensuring that your whole household is protected from kulob this rainy season.

Downy Shopee Link: https://shope.ee/10R5qKgLlS

3.    Store your clothes properly – Avoid storing your clothes in places where bacteria can grow and damage them, such as your bathroom or basement. To keep your garments in good condition, keep them in a clean, dry, and cool environment that is free of direct sunlight. 

Learn more about how you can protect your household from kulob by joining Downy’s #SunnyAllSaDowny Sampayan ng Bayan! You can also tune in on the day itself by getting live updates from the IG stories of our hosts, Kaladkaren, and Tart Carlos. Pass on the excitement to your family, friends, and ka-barangay, and together, #MagBANGOngBuhaysaDowny.

Modess Celebrates 9.9 Sale with Exciting Promos and Deals

Now that school is back, we know that teen girls are also ready to make bolder moves as they attend face-to-face classes, interact with both new and old classmates, and participate in extra-curricular activities. Modess believes that every #GenFree girl should be able to pursue her passions and always #BeNextPeriodReady.

Our #GenFree girls need superior protection and comfort especially when they are on their period. When red day strikes, they need to be able to count on a pad that can keep up with their every move as they continue to conquer their schoolwork. With Modess, they can be more confident knowing that they are guaranteed up to zero leaks since it’s the fastest absorbing pads versus other leading brands.

This 9.9 sale, Modess has exciting promos and deals for #GenFree girls so they can #BeNextPeriodReady as they go back to school. Add to cart and check out your favorite Modess products this 9.9 sale: 

 

3-Month Pack

Suggested Retail Price:Php 383

Discounted Price: Php 285

Discount: 28%

FREE Body Adapt Long Maxi 8s

Get this bundle at Shopee - Modess Regular 3-month pack  or Lazada

3-Month Pack

Suggested Retail Price: Php 633

Discounted Price: Php 458

Discount: 28%

FREE Ultra Thin All Night 10s

Get this bundle at Shopee - Modess Overnigh 3-month pack  or Lazada

Suggested Retail Price: Php 153

Discounted Price: Php 132

Discount: 14%

Get this at Shopee - Modess Ultra Thin pack  or Lazada

Suggested Retail Price: Php 67

Discounted Price: Php 59

Discount: 12%

Get this at Shopee - Modess Body Adapt Longs  or Lazada

HONOR is announcing new high-profile devices on September 2 at Europe's biggest tech show: IFA

 

HONOR’s testing lab for their new consumer devices

Backed with impressive innovations and upgrades, the Global technology brand HONOR is set to announce their newest technology at IFA 2022, Berlin, Germany. IFA, or Internationale Funkausstellung, is Europe's biggest tech exhibit where the giant brands, like Samsung and Apple, often showcase the latest devices for consumers. The date is September 2, and the time is 5 PM local Berlin time, a.k.a. CEST, which means 11:00 PM in the Philippines.

The brand has not confirmed yet their upcoming device line up to be released initially in the Philippines. HONOR’s theme “Embracing the Connected Future” at IFA 2022 is a great opportunity for Filipino consumers to know what exciting devices to watch out for!

HONOR is preparing a live stream with an embedded YouTube video that will be accessible when the event kicks off. Filipinos can easily access the live stream from this link:

https://www.hihonor.com/global/events/honor-ifa/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=osm&utm_campaign=ifa2022&utm_content=watchparty

In HONOR’s keynote at IFA 2022, George Zhao, CEO of HONOR Device Co. Ltd. will talk about a new connected reality.

George Zhao, CEO of HONOR

Having announced its official comeback to the Philippines with local partners this 2022, HONOR aims to become an iconic technology brand for Filipinos and globally, creating a smart world for all through its powerful products and services. CEO George Zhao's keynote at IFA 2022 will address how HONOR is ushering a paradigm shift for smart living solutions to enable device interoperability between smartphone, tablet, PC, and wearables. Meanwhile, Tony Ran, President of HONOR Europe, will share further details regarding how European consumers benefit from the new HONOR Smart Life products.

With a consistent focus on research and development, HONOR is committed to new technologies. "They are designed to empower people around the world to go beyond themselves and give them the freedom to achieve and do more." George Zhao emphasizes.

George Zhao and Tony Ran will speak about their company goals as well as the new breakthroughs of HONOR in the connected future at IFA 2022.

Tony Ran, President of HONOR Europe

About HONOR  

HONOR is a leading global provider of smart devices. It is dedicated to becoming a global iconic technology brand and creating a new intelligent world for everyone through its powerful products and services. With an unwavering focus on R&D, it is committed to developing technology that empowers people around the globe to go beyond, giving them the freedom to achieve and do more. Offering a range of high-quality smartphones, tablets, laptops and wearables to suit every budget, HONOR’s portfolio of innovative, premium and reliable products enable people to become a better version of themselves.

For more information, please visit the HONOR Philippines Facebook page at  https://www.facebook.com/HonorPhilippines