Shopee partners with Cebu LGUs to help local MSMEs bring their businesses online

Shopee Philippines Seller Coach Mik Baluyot, In Sweet J&J’s Jimmy Martinez, Ithra Jewelry shop owner Hilaire Labalan, Shopee Philippines Head of People Karen Perez, Mandaue City Vice Mayor’s office representative Trixie Mae Brigoli, and Cebu City Councilor Hon. Jaypee Labella at the Shopee University Roadshow in Cebu

Driven by its mission to make e-commerce for everyone, Shopee partners with local government units (LGUs) in Cebu to help micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in the region for its second iteration of the Shopee University Roadshow and Shopee Kumustahan. These two events educated MSMEs on how to take their businesses online, and kickstart their venture into e-commerce.

Food insecurity impacts mental health help address this through the Hapag Movement

The effects of food insecurity go beyond physical. Involuntary hunger has been a long standing problem in the Philippines, and during the pandemic, when millions lost their means of livelihood, this became more apparent with the surge of mental health concerns. 

A study by University of Arkansas professors Di Fang, Michael Thomsen and Rodolfo Nayga Jr., published by BMC Public Health in March 2021, found that food insecurity caused by the pandemic was also associated with increased risk of mental illness.

It determined that “food insecurity is associated with a 257% higher risk of anxiety and a 253% higher risk of depression.” The study then recommended that public health measures should focus on getting direct subsidies of food purchases to poor families, especially families with children.

Toyota Motor Philippines leads the way to greener mobility, showcases electrified vehicle line-up at PIMS

Toyota Motor Philippines, the leader in electrified mobility in the Philippines, unveiled its exhibit headlined by its wide selection of Hybrid Electric Vehicles (HEV) at the opening of the 8th Philippine International Motor Show (PIMS), last September 15 at the World Trade Center in Pasay City.

As part of its commitment of contributing to the achievement of carbon neutrality, TMP gave the guests at the motor show the opportunity to view and experience hybrid technology with test drive activities available at the event.

TMP’s Hybrid line up has been empowering Filipinos to switch towards a more sustainable driving. As one of Toyota’s multiple paths to vehicle electrification that lead to the ultimate goal of carbon neutrality, Toyota’s hybrid technology provides practical solution that is readily available and within Filipinos’ reach.

Singing Croc Befriends Family in the New Trailer of "Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile"

Meet the croc so nice, they named him twice. Check out the new trailer below for Columbia Pictures’ new musical comedy Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile starring Shawn Mendes as Lyle, Javier Bardem and  Constance Wu.  

YouTube: https://youtu.be/w7JwkIr-Dtw

Also check out the vignette “Voicing Lyle” at https://youtu.be/LqBRYKKPQjA

Sarah Brightman Celebrates The Holidays With 'A Christmas Symphony' Coming To Manila This December

Announcement – Last year, the world’s biggest-selling Soprano and legendary GRAMMY® Award-nominated artist Sarah Brightman entertained her first-ever Christmas tour Sarah Brightman: A Christmas Symphony … and it warmed hearts of both fans and critics alike, being named the ultimate holiday event! Given the overwhelming response, and in celebration of her favorite time of the year, Sarah begins a new Christmas tradition, by taking her A Christmas Symphony Tour internationally for the first time! The tour will be coming to Manila on December 7, 2022 at the Smart Araneta Coliseum.

Presented by Wilbros Live and Smart Araneta Coliseum. Accompanied by orchestra and a choir, this beautiful holiday show will feature Sarah Brightman performing show-stopping renditions of classics from the Christmas canon, along with personal holiday favorites and many of her greatest hits.

Home Credit gears to become the ‘lifestyle partner’ of Filipinos, expands services to different sectors

The brand deepens its commitment to Filipinos and presents itself as their trusted ally “Para sa Life”

To bring Filipinos closer to the life they want, the country’s leading consumer finance company Home Credit Philippines (HCPH), continues to expand its offerings by innovating its products and partnering with more brands and retailers across key categories, such as healthcare, fashion, beauty, and fitness.

As the lifestyle partner of Filipinos, Home Credit has served almost 9 million Filipinos nationwide -- serving as an ally of Filipino consumers -- from achieving every little item in their life’s checklist to the more important investments for their desired future.

Home Credit has been pioneering financial inclusion in the Philippines since 2013. It further strengthens this cause by being at the forefront of advocating financial literacy and practicing responsible lending in the country.

Globe’s G Music Fest ensures festival goers’ safety, proper waste segregation and disposal

Globe is celebrating life’s big and small wins this year with an EXTRA special 917 GDay. For the first time since the pandemic, its much-anticipated G Music Fest will be held live on-ground, offering the best in music, entertainment, culture, and arts.

The National G Day on September 17, or 917, is Globe’s annual tradition of giving back to its customers, set on a date that is symbolic of Globe’s iconic mobile number prefix. This year, the event will be held at Circuit Makati, where exciting rewards and surprises await everyone, guaranteed to turn ordinary days into something extraordinary.

To ensure a safe environment, Globe, a staunch sustainability advocate, is calling for festival goers’ and their partners’ participation in observing health and safety protocols and properly disposing of their waste and limiting the use of single-use plastics during the event.

The only PRO for the PRO’s: All-new HUAWEI MatePad Pro 11 launched in the Philippines

A next-generation flagship tablet that offers greater productivity and creativity 

A new HUAWEI MatePad Pro 11 has arrived with improved productivity features and a stunning new look, thanks to HUAWEI’s newest surface processing technique. It comes with an 11-inch OLED Real Color FullView Display with a 120 Hz high refresh rate for smoother content presentation. The 92% screen-to-body ratio ensures a more immersive viewing experience and the "Frosting Processing" used on the casing delivers a unique style. Weighing only 449g, and with a slimness of just 5.9mm — this ultra-light and ultra-thin device also comes equipped with HUAWEI SOUND® for the first time to deliver cinematic entertainment experiences.

The new HUAWEI MatePad Pro 11 comes with many newly upgraded features like the App Multiplier and Multi-Window for more efficient multi-tasking. When used together with the HUAWEI Detachable Smart Magnetic Keyboard and the upgraded HUAWEI M-Pencil (2nd generation), the new HUAWEI MatePad Pro 11 completes the Tablet-PC and portable creative studio experience.

Go Inside the Making of "Smile" With New Featurette for the Horror Film

Evil has a brand new face in Paramount Pictures’ upcoming horror-thriller Smile.  Go behind-the-scenes with writer-director Parker Finn, star Sosie Bacon and the cast of Smile as they discuss the creation of the psychological terror in the newly released featurette “It’s Smiling at Me” which may viewed below:

YouTube: https://youtu.be/NaBbuNtm29w

About Smile 

After witnessing a bizarre, traumatic incident involving a patient, Dr. Rose Cotter (Sosie Bacon) starts experiencing frightening occurrences that she can't explain. As an overwhelming terror begins taking over her life, Rose must confront her troubling past in order to survive and escape her horrifying new reality.

Written and directed by Parker Finn, the film stars Sosie Bacon, Jessie T. Usher, Kyle Gallner, Robin Weigert, Caitlin Stasey with Kal Penn and Rob Morgan.

P-Pop phenom SB19 cuts across generations with new single “WYAT [Where You At]”

The release of the disco-pop track comes with captivating visuals that explore themes of time travel and connection

P-Pop Kings SB19 arrive in triumphant style with the release of their highly anticipated single, “WYAT [Where You At].” Produced by SB19’s very own Pablo and his real-life brother Josue, the catchy new track delivers another show-stopping moment that cuts across boundaries and generations. 

According to the Billboard chart-topping quintet, “WYAT” is a song that chronicles the reconnection of a bond after a very challenging phase in life. “We’ve been performing for almost half of our lives together, and due to the pandemic, our world was suddenly put on hold,” shares Pablo. “I felt a disconnection among the group brought about by the lockdown, and I’ve wanted to reach out to them through this song.”

Propelling their artistry forward with a masterful blend of disco, electronic, and pop music, the five-member hitmaker sets the tone for a new era by incorporating the elements of the past with accessibility that is relatable to the present time. As Josh puts it, “Our team often tries to do something different from what we’ve done before; we’re always evolving.”