Moms in Tech: How these Mothers at Shopee Unlocked Success in a Fast-Paced Industry

With the rapid growth of e-commerce, more women are exploring the tech industry and finding success online. Shopee, the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan, continues to provide members of its platform with the support needed to thrive in tech. In time for Mother’s Day, three mothers share their experiences on how they ventured out of their comfort zones and into e-commerce. Karen, Primarose, and Glenda are a testament to what working mothers in tech are capable of achieving –  whether they are riders, livestream partners, or employees of Shopee.

Miss Universe PH 2022 Celeste Cortesi bares #UniquelyBeautiful heart for family

The newly hailed queen is also this year’s Miss PLDT Home!

Besting 31 other candidates with her unique beauty, wit, and passion for her advocacies, Pasay City’s Celeste Cortesi clinched the Miss Universe Philippines 2022 crown. The Filipino-Italian beauty is also now the new Miss PLDT Home titleholder.

The 24-year-old Cortesi is no stranger to pageants, after representing the Philippines at the Miss Earth competition in 2018. In this year's competition, Cortesi showed grace, intelligence, and candor in conquering the Miss Universe Philippines stage. She shares, “I am excited to be part of the Miss Universe Philippines Organization. I will be working with them to advance my advocacies for women’s education and protection of our country’s indigenous people and rich cultural heritage.” 

Besides her advocacies, Cortesi proves that she’s a queen with a uniquely beautiful heart. Throughout the Miss Universe Philippines pageant, she has been outspoken about her deep love and care for her family. “Since I was a kid, my parents have taught me the power of gratitude and kindness for everyone I meet. I always believe that being grateful creates a ripple effect and in turn, brings the best out of people.” 

WWF Ambassadors Pia Wurtzbach and Jeremy Jauncey champion WWF-Philippines’ Build Back Better campaign for Bicol fishing communities

Philippine fisherfolk are among the poorest sectors in the Philippines and are among the most vulnerable to natural hazards and extreme weather conditions. 

In 2020 alone, three consecutive typhoons devastated Lagonoy Gulf, heavily affecting fifteen municipalities. Whole fishing communities lost not only their homes but also their means of livelihood, their boats.

World Wide Fund (WWF) Philippines has worked with the fishers of Lagonoy Gulf for over a decade in establishing the country’s first sustainable Marine Stewardship Council-certified handline tuna fishery. As committed partners, WWF and the tuna fishing communities collaborated on ways to “Build Back Better” post-disaster, with the latest efforts anchored on replacing the wooden fishing boats that were lost or damaged during the typhoons.

Manila Wrestling Federation Premieres 2022 Season of “MWF: Aksyonovela TV”

MWF continues its unique blend of action, thrills, drama and athleticism in the Philippines' first online weekly episodic wrestling show

After a two-year hiatus forced by COVID-19, the Manila Wrestling Federation (MWF) continues to light the torch of Pinoy-style professional wrestling entertainment with a brand-new season full of action, thrills, drama and loads of spectacular athleticism – MWF Aksyonovela TV exclusively for MWF's subscribers on Gank (www.ganknow.com/manilawrestlingfed), every Wednesday nights starting May 11. 

The culminating activity shall include the first major live spectacle on June 5 at the Doreen Fernandez Black Box, Arete at the Ateneo de Manila University located at Loyola Heights, QC. 

Know more about Marian Rivera as a Shopee mom, her motherhood tips, and must-haves to check out at the Mother’s Day Blowout

Get 10% off vouchers when you shop for Marian-approved gifts and mommy essentials this Mother’s Day Blowout from May 6 to 8! 

Ever wonder how Marian juggles multiple roles in life and still makes time to be a doting mom and wife? The Shopee brand ambassador opens up about motherhood in time for Mother’s Day.

Marian prioritizes being a mom above all else

Marian wears many hats as an A-list actress, thriving entrepreneur, and hands-on wife and mother. Despite this, she ensures that she never gets too busy for family. She still dedicates most of her time at home, bonding with her kids and taking care of the household needs. “Alam mo dapat kung kailan ka need ng mga anak mo, ng asawa mo, [You should know when your family needs you] because at the end of the day, family should always come first.” At the end of the day, being a mom is Marian’s most important role in life and her children are her number one fans. Raising her kids to be kind, responsible, and compassionate people is the biggest goal she’s striving to achieve.

BH Partylist Shows Strong Support With Meeting De Avance

Public service driven Bagong Henerasyon (BH) Partylist showcased solid support with their Meeting De Avance held at Elements at Eton Centris. Celebrated for their works that pushes for bills and projects that will benefit Filipinos.

The event was also celebrated in various locations such as San Jose, Nueva Ecija, San Pablo, Laguna, Socsargen, Catbalogan, Samar, Bacolod, Negros Island, Cabanatuan, Silang, Cavite,Antipolo Rizal, Capiz, Masinag, Antipolo, Cebu, Daet Camarines Norte and Pampanga.

The Meeting de Avance was also made entertaining with some performances from Ima Castro, Ayra Mariano, Aiza Lagunzad, MC Leandro, Plethora, and Masculados.They entertained the crowd with songs and fun interactions.

Leading the partylist is Deputy Speaker Congresswoman Bernadette Herrera and second nominee Bro. Marlon Manalang.  The partylist has supported several bills that focus on the needs of the average Filipino such as Public Service Act (HB00078), Sogie Bill (HB01360), among others. 

BH partylist is number 35 in the official ballot.

Ben&Ben and SB19 release “Kapangyarihan” performance video

The visuals take a closer look at the intentions of the people we will put in power in the next few days

Ben&Ben and SB19 make an important stand on issues concerning power abuse and public service with the release of “Kapangyarihan” performance video. 

With theatrical performance as its overarching theme, the visual conveys the song’s message through a fitting medium that reflects the realities of life. 

“Theatre is meant to be experienced live but we used its intrinsic quality in presenting the ‘Kapangyarihan’ music video,” says Dexter M. Santos, the MV director. “By infusing the music video with narrative, choreography, set, and costume design as well as video, we hope to deliver a sincere and emphatic performance.”