Secretary Briones lauds World Vision initiative to assist DepEd's learning continuity plan

Sec. Leonor Magtolis Briones of the Department of Education (DepEd) commended World Vision's massive educational fund drive "Abutin Na10" that aims to fund the reproduction of self-learning materials and gadgets to help thousands of students facing the new school year yet challenged by the COVID-19 crisis. 

The education chief asserts that “education must continue” with or without the threat of the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) because it “is perhaps the greatest legacy we can leave our learners and our children.”

Briones said that "the health emergency has affected so many lives around the world, and has damaged our education curriculum, class schedules and overturned the system of delivering learning to children."

Globe shares tips to keep passwords and accounts secure

“It’s my 30th birthday.” “We’re celebrating our 10th anniversary today.” “Call me on 12345678,” “My address is..." “I love Blackie, my dog”. These statements might seem harmless but hackers are constantly on the lookout for any information posted online which can help them answer security questions and gain access to passwords.

With a lot of people doing online transactions due to social distancing restrictions, unscrupulous persons  also relentlessly attempt to steal passwords and other important information to commit fraud, access financial accounts, damage reputations or even destroy lives.

Sony World Photography Awards 2021 - New Categories And Entry Details Announced

The World Photography Organization announces submissions for the 14th edition of the Sony World Photography Awards is now open starting today with new categories introduced and added application features.

Created by the World Photography Organization, the Sony World Photography Awards is an authoritative voice in the industry.  Celebrating the best contemporary photography from the past year, the Awards give vast exposure and opportunity to photographers worldwide. Sony supports the Awards to help the continued development of photographic culture by giving a global platform to today’s talent.

New BUYANIHAN music video by Gary Valenciano launched

Mr. Pure Energy lends talents pro bono in support of MSMEs

A music video starring multi-awarded singer-songwriter, dancer, musician, actor, music producer, and TV host Gary Valenciano premiered on July 10 for a campaign to support micro, small, and mid-sized enterprises (MSMEs).

The MTV is a public service announcement; part of the multi-sectoral project called BUYANIHAN that was organized by the Association of the Filipino Franchisers Inc. (AFFI), the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), Go Negosyo, SM Super Malls, Globe My Business, PLDT KaAsenso, Security Bank, Union Bank, Sea Oil, and Farmacia ni Dok, with the  support of  the Philippine Association of National Advertisers (PANA), and the Kapisanan ng Brodkasters ng Pilipinas (KBP).

MSMEs are the backbone of every economy but, sadly, many were put on the brink of insolvency because of the COVID-19 lockdown. And with the country’s fiscal heartbeat largely driven by consumption, community support for these enterprises cannot be stressed enough.

Grab, Quezon City provides thousands of livelihood opportunities to help the city recover from the pandemic

• Grab, through its GrabBayanihan program, has committed to help Quezon City residents recover from the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic by aiming to provide livelihood opportunities to around 1,000 tricycle drivers, displaced workers, and small business owners in the city who have been severely impacted by the pandemic. 
• Furthermore, Grab Philippines and the Quezon City Government will provide livelihood opportunities to 500 tricycle drivers and displaced workers to be part of Grab’s delivery fleet. The partnership will likewise offer market access to at least 500 small businesses in Quezon City who are greatly affected by the pandemic. 
• In the past, Grab, and the Quezon City Government have shared several milestone initiatives in the past particularly in responding to the initial threats of the pandemic by providing mobility and delivery solutions to the city in the form of GrabWheels, and a specialized delivery fleet respectively.

(L-R) Ms. Mona Yap- OIC, Small Business Cooperatives
Devt; Mr. Michael Alimurung, City Administrator;
Mr. Brian Cu, Grab Philippines President; Mr. Leo Gonzales,
Grab Philippines Public Affairs Head

Grab Philippines, together with the Quezon City Government, has announced its partnership, which aims to leverage on Grab’s platform and provide livelihood opportunities to the city residents in helping them recover from the impacts of the pandemic.

At the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, Grab has launched its GrabBayanihan program to help Filipinos respond and recover from the pandemic. While GrabBayanihan has delivered protection and support to Filipinos during the early stages of the pandemic, Grab is again calling on the spirit of bayanihan – this time through local government partners across Metro Manila. 

Smart celebrates Simplicity Day on July 12

Mobile services provider Smart Communications, Inc. is celebrating Simplicity Day on July 12 as it embraces its commitment to provide Filipinos with simple solutions and amazing experiences to enrich their life – a powerful message that it conveys in its “Simple, Smart Ako” campaign.

Simplicity Day is an annual celebration in honor of poet, philosopher and leading transcendentalist Henry David Thoreau, who championed simple living and created a legacy grounded on the importance of stepping back to recalibrate our lifestyle. This way, we get rid of unnecessary burdens that weigh us down, something timely and relevant these trying days.

Globe encourages parents and kids to be responsible digital citizens

With community quarantine guidelines in place, families are expected to use the internet more as they stay safe at home. This puts them at greater risk for bullying, threats, and crimes. To help minimize the risk and promote responsible digital citizenship, Globe held the first Kids & Tech: Parenting in the Digital Age, an exclusive webinar that teaches families to become savvy consumers of social media and technology.