Shopee partners with Charity Organizations to support victims of Typhoon Karding

 Red Day Blues: All the weird-yet-totally normal things you feel during your period

When that “time” of the month arrives, [almost] anything and everything can happen. Your period will let you experience symptoms that are uncomfortable, painful, and unexplainable!

Ballet Manila RISE ushers in the renaissance of live performances

A highlight from Lisa Macuja Elizalde's  “La Traviata” 

 Ballet Manila's "Rise!" ushers in the renaissance of live performances

The double bill show is a rare treat for fans as it will feature all the beloved elements of performing arts such as opera, popular, OPM, and orchestral music.

Hello Glow is the #1 skin care set brand in the Philippines

 Hello Glow is the #1 skin care set brand in the Philippines

Hello Glow is the #1 brand of skin care set according to the Beauty and Personal Care 2022 report by London-based market research company Euromonitor International

realme gears up for its first-ever Mobile Legends Cup Regional Wars

realme gears up for its first-ever Mobile Legends Cup Regional Wars

Mark your calendars as realme launches its biggest first RMC Regional Wars this September!

realme Mobile Legends Cup (RMC) is back once more for an off season tournament. This time, realme brings the land of dawn to its regional fans as it rolls out a regional scale tournament starting this September 22.

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.