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Manila, Philippines —Designed with style in mind, Garmin’s next-generation lineup of hybrid

smartwatches – vívomove 3 and vívomove Luxe – have the appearance of a traditional timepiece,

with real ticking hands and elegant dial details. With a flick of the wrist, the hands dynamically move out of the way to reveal a hidden smart screen with health and fitness tracking data, and smart notifications for text messages, social media updates, calendar reminders and more.

“The vívomove watches are designed for those who want the connected and health features of a

smartwatch with a more fashion-forward look better suited for the office or dressing up,” said Mr.

Engelhard (Al) Sundoro, Managing Director, Garmin South Asia and India. “With an extensive selection of bands and metal finishes, it’s a stylish accessory that also keeps tabs on your text messages, energy, stress, sleep and more.”

The vívomove series builds on the previous vívomove HR by adding new advanced wellness features like pulse ox 1 and Body Battery TM energy monitoring and connected GPS. The vívomove has a battery life of up to five days in smartwatch mode and will keep ticking for an additional week in watch mode. 

Chic design and premium materials

The premium vívomove Luxe has a 42mm stainless steel bezel and stainless-steel casing with a choice of a dapper Italian leather or sleek Milanese metal strap. It features hidden dual AMOLED color touchscreen displays with moving hands that interact with smartwatch graphics. With a domed sapphire crystal lens and elegant watch face details, the vívomove Luxe exudes round the clock style and sophistication.

Available in a 44mm case size, the vívomove 3 is the perfect accessory with a stainless-steel bezel, a

selection of colorful silicone bands, and a hidden touchscreen display.

Key features

 Notifications: Receive smart notifications 2 for incoming calls, text messages, social media

updates, calendar reminders and more.

 Advanced Health Monitoring: Comprehensive suite of 24/7 health monitoring features 3 include

advanced sleep with pulse ox, Body Battery TM energy monitoring, abnormal heartrate alerts,

menstrual cycle tracking, stress tracking with relax reminders, new hydration tracking and more.

 Connected GPS: Connects with user’s smartphone’s GPS for greater accuracy in measuring

outdoor activities 2 .

 Fitness Features: Tracks steps, floors climbed, and intensity minutes and includes built-in

activities for walking, running, cardio, yoga, strength training and more.

Pricing and Availability

The new vívomove series will be available in end December with suggested retail prices ranging from PHP16,595 to PHP 32,995 from the following authorized retailers. To learn more, visit ph.garmin.com.

Smiles as bright as Christmas lights, and laughter that invigorated like Christmas carols—these filled the grounds of the Looc Elementary School in Nasugbu, Batangas as The SM Store gave the students there an early Christmas present that is #SoMagical. Staying true to its commitment of bringing joy to

communities where it is present, SM recently turned over its 100th school building donation, and The

SM Store distributed toys to children.

It was only October 16, but it felt like Christmas morning. The students and teachers of Looc Elementary School could not contain their excitement as they took part in a morning of fun and games, a day before the official unveiling of the two-story, four-classroom new school building.

Christmas came early.

Situated in front of the school’s sprawling grounds that offer the students an unobstructed view of

nearby mountains is a covered court. On that day, employee volunteers from The SM Store Batangas,

The SM Store Lipa and Savemore Nasugbu worked like Santa’s helpers to transform it into a festive spot, complete with balloons and party tables and chairs.

Magicians captivate the students of Looc Elementary School with their bubble show and other tricks.

Students from Kinder to Grade 2 eagerly lined up, thrilled to witness a lively program and party with

their friends and their newfound ates and kuyas. They were treated to fun performances from a

magician, clowns, a balloon-twisting artist and a bubble artist. They also had their faces painted with

flowers, butterflies, and superheroes. At the end of the program, they were given cuddly plush toys

from The SM Store’s Toy Department, clothes from its Children’s Wear section and grocery items from Savemore. Christmas came early for these kids. It was a new and unforgettable experience for the children of Looc, whose families are engaged in farming or are working at nearby resorts.

Mikko, one of the students of Looc Elementary School, shared how he loved the gift and enjoyed the

festivities, which was a rare treat in their school.

“Masaya po ako sa natanggap ko na regalo. Masaya at maganda din ang program kanina,

nagpafacepaint pa nga po ako. Minsan lang po kasi may ganito dito sa amin. (I am happy with the gift that I received. I really enjoyed the program. I even had my face painted. It’s not often that we get to

enjoy celebrations like this),” Mikko said. Dr. Luciana Tulagan, Principal of Looc Elementary, said that this event didn’t just bring joy to the kids but also taught them the value of sharing. “Malaki pong kaligayahan ang naibigay ng SM dito sa mga mag-aaral ng Looc Elementary School. Dahil sa Share A Toy ng The SM Store, maimumulat namin sa mga bata na dapat hindi lang tuwing Pasko ang pagbibigayan, kungdi lagi. (The SM Store brought great happiness to the students of Looc Elementary School. Because of Share a Toy, we can educate the children that sharing happens not only during Christmas, but there are everyday opportunities to do it.) #SoMagical Christmas

Truly, the spirit of Christmas is in sharing. This Holiday season, The SM Store continues to nurture just that through its Share A Toy campaign.

“SM values creating a positive impact in the communities where we are present. We are really grateful that SM gave us the opportunity to be a part of this meaningful event and the chance to share the spirit of Christmas through the gift of toys with the kids of Looc Elementary School. This is a memorable experience that we’ll treasure,” said Shelamie Marasigan, Assistant Branch Manager of The SM Store Lipa.

The SM Store is encouraging its generous shoppers to give back and make a kid’s Christmas #SoMagical by donating a new or pre-loved toy at the Share A Toy booth in all The SM Store branches nationwide.

For every toy donated, the shopper will get a P50 discount voucher. The campaign runs from Novemberz15, 2019 until December 31, 2019, with toys to be donated to beneficiaries of the SM Foundation. These toy donations are a simple but meaningful gift for kids. More than just play items, toys are beneficial to a child’s development according to studies. Toys can help increase their learning retention, stimulate their creativity and imagination, enhance their senses, spur their emotional and socialdevelopment, and help in developing their hand-eye coordination and fine motor skills.

Share A Toy is just one of the ways The SM Store inspires a culture of sharing and purposeful giving

among its shoppers. Early this year, it conducted its Share Shoes program and Donate A Book campaign.

Since its launch in 2015, The SM Share Movement has already collected more than 1.3 million items

which include shoes, school supplies, clothes, toys, disaster kits and hygiene kits, which have been

distributed across different parts of the country.

For more updates about the Share Movement and ways you could donate, visit www.thesmstore.com

and follow its social media pages @thesmstore on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.

Watsons, one of Asia’s top health and beauty retailers, just gave away a 3-DAY / 2-NIGHT

TRIP FOR 2 TO BORACAY to a total of 40 loyal card members!

As one of the most exciting highlights of the Share the Sun campaign last March, this promo

had the simplest mechanics: all card members had to do was shop for their sun essentials at

Watsons. Every P500 single-receipt purchase they made from one of Watsons’ participating

products automatically got them e-raffle entries that qualified them for the promo!

This promo is aligned with Watsons’ effort to reward loyalty card members for trusting the

retail chain for their health and beauty needs. Out of thousands of Watsons’ loyalty

cardholders, twenty (20) lucky winners were drawn to share the sun with family and friends

in no less than Shangri-La’s Boracay Resort and Spa, one of the most breathtaking

getaways in the world. It definitely was a luxurious way to reward shoppers’ loyalty.

The winners had an incredible stay in Boracay from October 25 – 27, 2019. Watsons gave

away loot bags filled with island essentials which included, among others: a micellar

cleanser for a smooth base, face masks for a glowing complexion, sunblock to keep skin

protected, plus an after-sun spray to stay refreshed all day.

While the winners were given ample time to explore the islands while being sun-protected

from head to toe, the ultimate highlight of the entire experience was the thanksgiving dinner

during the first night. To express their appreciation for the winners’ continuous loyalty,

Watsons hosted an intimate buffet at Shangri-La’s magical Cielo Arena. Everyone had fun

over good conversation and great food.

Want to get the chance to win exciting prizes too?

It’s easy! Just shop at Watsons with your Watsons Card. The perks are awesome: lifetime

membership, exclusive discounts, 2x more points on Watsons-branded products, 5x points

on your first transaction during your birthday month, plus exclusive access to member

events!

Indeed, Watsons members get more – not only in terms of points or perks, but products as

well. Watsons has something for you and your family and friends – be it styling products for

gorgeous locks, skin care treatments for a flawless glow or vitamins and supplements for a

boost in energy. So whether you are planning for a getaway or you are simply curating a skin

care set to address daily needs, Watsons’ health, beauty, and wellness ranges have you

covered.

That’s why whatever the season you’re in, and whoever you’re spending it with, you can be

sure that from head to toe and from inside and out, you can LOOK GOOD and FEEL

GREAT with Watsons!

The SM Store’s Share Shoes Campaign helps children take steps in achievingtheir dreams

Caption: A child from Mangyan Elementary School in Bulalacao Town, Oriental Mindoro walking homewith her new pair of shoes from the SM Store’s Share Shoes Campaign (Photo courtesy of CaritasPhilippines)

Shoes are essential in one’s journey through life. For less fortunate families and their children, a new

pair of shoes will allow them to perform their daily chores in comfort and walk to and back to school insafety. Good shoes can also inspire them to work hard – because with a new pair of shoes, they are notonly able to fulfill their daily tasks but are also taking little steps to achieve their dreams.

Since 2015, The SM Store Share Movement has collected over 900,000 donations composed of shoes, clothing, footwear, book and school kits, disaster kits and toys, which were given to children and families all over the country. This year’s Share Shoes Campaign was able to collect over 40,000 pairs ofshoes, with close to 2-million pesos worth of shoes donated by The SM Store and their generouscounterpart benefactors, allowing them to reach more kids and inspire these children to take thoseimportant steps toward achieving their goals.

The Share Shoes campaign invited shoppers to donate their pre-loved or brand-new shoes to children inneed. In partnership with Caritas Philippines and other NGOs, the shoes collected were distributed toOriental Mindoro and other far-flung communities nationwide.

The SM Store saw how important shoes were to lives of the children. In one of their previous donationturnovers: Rich, 11 years old, took a pair of sandals for his elder sister instead. When asked why, “I still have a pair of shoes,” Rich said, “my sister needs it more.”

These are the kind of stories that inspire The SM Store Share Movement to double their efforts in

reaching out to those who are in need of assistance. SM founder Henry Sy envisioned that every Filipino should have their own pair of shoes. It is a passion that blossomed to what is SM today, a company thattakes every step to make this vision a reality.

According to The SM Store, this project reminded them of their humble beginnings, milestones, legacy, and promise to help communities be better. After all, The SM Store started out with shoes and theyhope to be a part of people’s journeys through life through the gift of shoes.

Over the years, The SM Store has conducted its quarterly donation drive from shoes, to books, toys andhygiene kits for identified poor communities and areas impacted by calamities, through its

#SMShareMovement Project.

Find out more about these quarterly donation drives and know how to contribute to upcoming projects,by liking The SM Store Facebook page and by following @TheSMStore on Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube.

(Pasay City, August 29, 2019) ZEN Rooms, Asia’s leading hotel chain, together with one of its partner hotels in the Philippines, Selah Garden signed off a partnership to host this year’s candidates of the Miss Asia Pacific International.

Now on its 4th edition since its relaunch in 2016, Miss Asia Pacific International is again hosted by the Philippines and promises a memorable one from the pre-pageant events starting on October 04 all the way up to the grand coronation night set to take place on the 9th of October at the Newport Performing Arts Theater of Resorts World Manila in Pasay City. Considered to be one of the most distinguished beauty pageants in Asia, this year’s pageant will surely make its mark with around 80 beautiful candidates from across the continent, vying for the coveted title.

ZEN Rooms immediately welcomed the opportunity to partner with a beauty pageant for the first time. “ZEN Rooms is the number 1 budget hotel chain in Southeast Asia and so is Miss Asia Pacific International when it comes to beauty pageants. For years both of us have been on top of our game so it was natural for us to enter into this symbiotic relationship that signifies high standards and affirms our market leadership.” said by ZEN Rooms Philippines’ Regional Marketing Director, Amit Shukla.

Starting October 01, all candidates of Miss Asia Pacific International 2019 will be staying at ZEN Premium Selah Garden Pasay until the Grand Coronation Night. ZEN Rooms prepared a number of engaging activities for the candidates as well as a visit on their other hotels in Metro Manila such as ZEN Rooms Selah Pods and ZEN Premium Rockwell Makati. On October 03, the hotel chain will formally welcome the candidates from across Asia and present them to the Media through a Press Party. ZEN Rooms is also set to award its recipient of the title “Miss ZEN Asia Pacific International 2019” during the preliminary Swimsuit Competition on October 05 and on October 12, ZEN Rooms and Selah Hotels will be hosting a Pool Party as an after-party celebration for the new titleholders.

“As an international pageant, we are very excited to partner with world-renowned brands like ZEN Rooms and Selah Hotels. Like how their hotels embrace and promote each culture they are located, we celebrate the individuality of our candidates as they represent their respective nations. In that, we are aligned in seeing the beauty in diversity,” explained by Miss Asia Pacific International General Manager, Essa Santos.

In line with all of the offline activities, ZEN Rooms will also be engaging its online community to be part of this partnership through an online competition where the lucky winner can get a chance to stay with the candidates at ZEN Premium Selah Garden Pasay, exclusive invite to all the events, and VIP tickets to the Grand Coronation Night on October 09. The launch of the online competition is on September 09 at www.zenrooms.com and ZEN Rooms’ Facebook page, facebook.com/zenroomsph.

ZEN Rooms, the biggest budget hotel chain in the Philippines continuously disrupts the hotel industry in the Philippines by consistently being in the lead on providing quality accommodation matched with the best hospitality practices. After operating for the past 4 years, ZEN Rooms now has over 4,500 rooms across the Philippines top 50 destinations and 10,000+ rooms across Southeast Asia on its platform. With its constant expansion, the company is set to be in 70 cities by the end of 2019 adding top destinations all over the country. Moreover, ZEN Rooms has just recently opened 400+ new rooms with its recent partnership with Selah Hotels making it the biggest hotel chain in Metro Manila. The company fully manages the newly opened ZEN Rooms Selah Lofts in Harrison St., Pasay City with 205 budget rooms. Just above the property is ZEN Rooms Selah Pods for mid-range accommodation of 108 cozy rooms with access to the rooftop infinity pool with a 360 view of the city's skyline. For a more premium stay, there’s ZEN Premium Selah Garden Pasay on Park Avenue with close to 100 rooms. Michael Raquiza, Country Manager of ZEN Rooms Philippines said, “We are very excited to announce this partnership. When ZEN Rooms expanded here in 2015, our goal was just to fix the fragmented budget hotel industry. Now, 4 years later, being the largest hotel chain in the Philippines, our reach has lengthen and our purpose has deepen. We are here to build relationships with hotel owners and support local businesses and we believe that our partnership with hotels like the Selah group exemplifies just that. Together, we improve value-for-money so that our guest can travel more & pay less.” Jeff Thomas, Managing Director of Selah Hotels, added, “ZEN Rooms has been very effective in terms of tapping the online market and selling our rooms to a wider audience online.” For as low as P499/night, customers can book a room at ZEN Rooms which includes free fast WiFi, hot shower, cool AC, spotless beds, and 24/7 Customer care at www.zenrooms.com

Championing the era of open banking. Rizal Commercial Banking Corporation (RCBC) has become the first local bank to advocate and implement open banking in the country, affirming its position as a digital trailblazer in the financial industry. In a talk on digital transformation delivered during the recent Philippine Digital Convention at the Marriott Hotel, RCBC Chief Innovation and Inclusion Officer Lito Villanueva said RCBC is pushing for open banking to power rural banks, cooperatives, microfinance institutions (MFIs) and FinTech players' transactions via open application programming interfaces (APIs). It reduces barriers to innovation, eliminates the big banks' "walled gardens", and enables small players to be part of the National Retail Payments System (NRPS) ecosystem

Flex your Furbabies with these No-Fail TikTok hacks

A viral cat video has been making the rounds in social media which featured the 1954 song “Mr. Sandman” by the Chordettes matched with a 9-split screen TikTok filter. Some users even captioned it as the “best thing on the internet today.”

Days after, it was a corgi doing the same routine and Filipino netizens can’t help but share the overwhelming cuteness of these furry creatures. No doubt the  koala version would go viral, too.

But why do Pinoys fancy pet videos and memes?

Our appreciation and love for animals is so great that the Philippines ranked 5th in dog ownership worldwide based from the statistics of Australian pet insurer, Petsecure. There is an estimated 11.6M dogs who have Pinoy pet parents. Bantay (guard) and Muning are no longer common names for dogs and cats, respectively. We now give “hooman” names to our pets and treat them as part of the family.

This extreme fascination extends to our appreciation to pet memes and videos. Adults can agree that in the midst of the hectic schedule and overwhelming workload, a cat meme is a visual stress ball.

Why not take your meme game to the next level create the next viral pet video? Here’s how: 

DOWNLOAD the TikTok app which is available for iOS and Android.

SOUND: Tap ”Discover” and search for “Mr. Sandman”. You know you have the right song if it starts with a rhythmic clapping.

FILTER: Some TikTok accounts have the 9 screen Delay filter. In the latest version though, if you weren’t able to save the Delay filter, the closest you get is the Hexa-Delay which is limited to a 6 split screen effect. Don’t worry because it will still be equally fun and entertaining.

SHOOT: Record the video in a safe space where your furry friend will likely be comfortable. Remember, this video is about having fun and bonding with your pets. No animal or human shall be harmed.

Hit the record button and enjoy! If you don’t get the timing right the first time, you can always retake. Or just leave it as it is. Pets have a way to make challenge fails cute and adorable!

SHARE: Of course, the whole world can’t get enough of animal videos that’s already in the internet! Upload your video on TikTok and use the hashtag #MrSandmanChallenge so other users can easily track your video. Go and flex your furbabies!

SureTayo, an escrow service powered by Dragonpay Corporation, has introduced their very own

smartphone app to handle the needs of the buyer and seller who are always on-the-go.

Launched in 2018, SureTayo is a payment solution that makes every transaction convenient and safe. By becoming a third-party, SureTayo receives the payment from the buyer and once the item was delivered and received, SureTayo releases the payment to the seller. And to make it more convenient, SureTayo also utilizes Dragonpay’s popular alternative payment channels. No need to worry about fraud and scammers!

SureTayo saw the growing need of the customers today especially those who rely their businesses on

mobile phones. In response, SureTayo has recently launched their very own SureTayo smartphone app.

The mobile app is designed to cope with the demands of every transaction giving the sellers an

opportunity to easily facilitate and manage customer payments. SureTayo App’s UI is straightforward, has no complicated processes, and provides the customers what they exactly need.

The app features six (6) main tools to help the customer’s needs:

PROFILE – For first timers, there is no need to register on PC or laptops because registration can now be done through the app. On the main app dashboard, the profile button contains the seller’s information and link that they can share to their customers to place orders.

ORDER – The sellers can now create invoice through the app! Just click the Order button, fill-up the transaction details and voila! The invoice will be automatically sent to the buyer via SMS, email or other messaging apps. The buyer will receive a message containing the link that he/ she can use to pay via Dragonpay payment channels.

TRANSACTIONS – Once the payment has been settled by the buyer, the seller will be notified through the Transaction button. This button also allows you to check the status of your transactions - from paying to shipping!

PAYOUT – Want to check the total earnings? Payout button helps the seller to see his/ her total earnings for the week and when it will be received to his/ her registered bank account.

FAQ – You have questions? FAQ button can help! It contains several answers to basic questions or even the technical ones.

REWARDS – Stay tuned for exciting promos and special offers that will appear in the Rewards button!

“We created SureTayo with the promise of making the seller-buyer transactions convenient, fast and easy, and I am proud to say that we were able to do it. While we achieved this feat, we in Dragonpay never stopped innovating. We developed the SureTayo app to ensure that we adapt to the needs of our clients,” said Robertson “Dick” Chiang, the founder and Chief Technology Officer of Dragonpay Corporation.

To know more about SureTayo, visit www.suretayo.ph or follow /SureTayoPH on Facebook. You can also download the SureTayo app in the App Store and Google Play.

Manila, Philippines 24 July 2019 – HOOQ, Southeast Asia’s leading video-on-demand

service, today announced the launch of Sex Talks with Dr. Holmes, the latest HOOQ Original to

be available on the 26 th of July. Sex therapist, best-selling author, clinical psychologist, and

columnist Dr. Margarita Holmes is back with her unbridled and sometimes irreverent advice on

sex as she collaborates with HOOQ for the first time.

This is HOOQ’s second Original from the Philippines, the first one being Viva Films’ co-

produced “Ulan” starring Nadine Lustre and Carlo Aquino.

Sheila Paul, HOOQ Philippines Country Manager, said, “One of the goals for HOOQ and its

original productions is to push the boundaries when it comes to video entertainment. We are

very excited that our first infotainment HOOQ Original features Dr, Margie Holmes, who has

been pushing these boundaries for many years to provide much needed and frank discussions

on taboo topics like sex in the Philippines.”

Dr. Holmes is a professor of psychology at undergraduate and graduate levels, and has taught

at universities in the Philippines and the United States. She is currently a columnist

at Playboy,  rappler.com , Abante, and Abante Tonite; as well as a Psychology professor at the

Graduate Program of Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila.

In her illustrious career, Dr. Holmes has written 20 bestseller books, the best known of which

are “Life Love Lust”, the first book written on love and sex in the Philippines and “Down to 1:

Depression Stories”, the first book written about clinical depression in the country. Her most

recent books include “Love Triangles” and “Imported Love” which she co-authored with her

husband Jeremy Baer..

Jeffrey Remigio, Content and Programming Head of HOOQ Philippines said, “‘Sex Talks

with Dr. Holmes’ is a 10-episode nonfiction sex comedy series that addresses and answers

questions we’re too shy to ask but are too curious to just leave alone. We’re very proud to have

Dr. Holmes on board for HOOQ Originals.”

Sex Talks with Dr. Holmes takes a humorous but informative approach to addressing key issues

around the topic of taboo. Every episode includes a funny personal short film involving

depictions of real life dilemmas and questions sent to Dr. Holmes. Through creative

reenactments, animations, and straight-to-camera conversations, Dr. Holmes offers her own

form of candid albeit expert advice. The series has a raw and natural feel to it, based on the

themes of these real-life stories.

In addition to launching Sex Talks with Dr. Holmes, HOOQ is pushing the boundaries with top-

billed content on sex, love, and games, streaming now on HOOQ FREE PLAY. These include

the HOOQ Original Movie ULAN, starring Nadine Lustre and Carlo Aquino, Boy Abunda’s

Originals like A Love Story in the Time of HIV and Young Love, Sine Tula: Lust , as well as the

latest Whatoplay gamers' videos, just to name a few.

For those who want full access to HOOQ’s vast catalogue of the latest HOOQ Originals, the

hottest Hollywood, local and regional series and movies including Krypton, John Wick, La La

Land and Marvel’s The Avengers, as well as Korean dramas like Jewel in the Palace and Winter

Sonata, can sign-up to a HOOQ VIP plan on www.hooq.tv.

For those ready to enter a new world of entertainment, HOOQ offers 12-month subscriptions at

50% when you download and pay via Google Play.

HOOQ can now be enjoyed on more devices like Google Chromecast, Samsung Smart TVs,

Android TV, Apple TV, Globe Streamwatch powered by Roku and the new Globe Streamwatch

Xtreme Prepaid.

So get ready to sizzle and join HOOQ as it turns up the Sexy this July. Catch Sex Talks with Dr.

Holmes only on HOOQ with episodes dropping weekly starting on July 26.

Merienda at Mang Inasal has become more exciting with the introduction of the new

Palabok!

Now made more satisfying with the added meat, Mang Inasal’s Palabok is really a good

value for your money at Php59 for the solo serving.

With the prices of goods continually increasing, diners need not settle for whatever

cheap fare they can find.

Whether with your college buddies or with your officemates, make Mang Inasal’s

flavorful Palabok your new delectable merienda meal. Eat your way to its rich, savory

thick sauce topped with meat, pork chicharon, tinapa, spring onions, and hard-boiled

egg. Squeeze a piece of calamansi and taste the citrus spark every bit of flavor.

For a satisfying and value-for-money Palabok merienda, head on over to the nearest

Mang Inasal with your friends and family. Other options include the Palabok Value

Meal at Php73, and the Palabok Party Pan at Php259. (Prices may vary in selected

areas.)

The great fashion icon Oscar de la Renta once said that style is about being yourself. And for the

fashionistas of the new generation, style has indeed become more than just about the latest trends but

also about expressing their unique individuality.

From sporting bright neon tops, wearing edgy combat boots, or even taking risks in combining colorful makeup, many young trendsetters today are showing what it means to embrace their own style. To complement their OOTD, one can never go wrong with a pop of nail polish.

Chic Nail Color’s newest “Slay All Day” collection is one of the fashion must-haves to achieve that

everyday on fleek style, with six cool and chic colors to accessorize the nails.

Those hitting the city streets with their girlfriends can dress up in your most fashionable outfit and top off their look with Chic Nail Color’s Runway Girl. It’s a seashell-like white nail polish decorated withholographic glitters that make nails shine and sparkle.

Queens that go for a bold and striking look can go even more daring with Major Aura. Its rose taupe

overcoat can go well with their fierce look as they slay at school or work in style.

The clean neutral shade So Lit is perfect for fashion-forward gals who prefer to sport a playful look. Its coal ash shade is a perfect match for any color they choose to wear for the day.

A night-out look can go even more dramatic with Feel Extra, which comes black with shimmering golden glitters that just scream fearless and fun.

Those who always strive to be the star of the night can meet their match with Just Queenin’. This nail

polish has a grape color fit for royalty. They can also go for simple and sweet the next day with Hello

Gorgeous, a charming shade of pastel pink that attract good vibes.

Chic Nail Color is a proudly Filipino-made product manufactured by Chic Centre Corporation. It offers a wide range of nail care products for teens and young professionals who want to embrace a youthful and stylish vibe.

All six shades in the latest Slay All Day collection are available in 11ml for only P38 (SRP) at all Watsons, Mercury Drug, SM Department Store, Robinsons Supermarket, Puregold, Robinsons Department Store, Waltermart, Shopwise, Landmark and Metro Department Store nationwide.

Amid sensational stories that often hog media headlines, it is always reaffirming to know

about Filipinos who go the extra mile to champion the welfare of others. Aiming to honor the

noteworthy contribution of Filipinos whose passion and commitment go beyond the call of

duty, Mang Inasal therefore conceived the yearly Gawad PiliPinoy.

Now on its fourth year, the Gawad PiliPinoy is an annual recognition given by Mang Inasal to

selfless, local modern-day heroes who use their skills and competence to push advocacies that

create a positive impact on communities.

“The Gawad PiliPinoy was actually inspired by the Chicken Inasal, the top-selling branded

grilled chicken of Mang Inasal, that has been known for its 2-in-1 sa Laki, Nuot sa Ihaw Sarap.

Gawad PiliPinoy awardees are Filipinos who passionately pursue advocacies on top of their

respective day jobs or careers, and whose genuine concern for others have driven them to go

out of their way to create meaningful impact on the lives of their fellowmen,” explained

Mang Inasal Marketing Head Aileen Natividad.

For 2019, in ceremonies held recently at the Blue Leaf Events Pavilion, Mang Inasal awarded

the Gawad PiliPinoy to Iloisa Romaraog-Diga, Sales and Marketing Head and Co-founder of the

e-commerce site, Session Groceries.

Session Groceries is an online store in Baguio City which Diga helped form in 2016 after years

of working as a financial analyst. In 2018, after being made aware of the plight of Benguet

farmers who were forced to dispose their vegetable harvests due to oversupply, Diga decided

to offer Session Groceries’ online platform to link the farmers to potential customers.

The partnership proved effective and has since been helping Benguet farmers command

better price for their produce. As of this writing, Session Groceries has assisted 25 individual

farmers

“Our goal is to help farmers earn more. Pinaghihirapan kasi nila (ang kanilang mga pananim),

tapos para mabulok at itapon lang nila ang mga ito – nakapanghihinayang! (Farmers toil hard

to produce these crops. So it saddens us to see their farm produce rotting because they could

not be sold right away!),”said Diga.

“Ang Session Groceries ay paraan para mabigyan ng mas mabuting kaugnayan ang farmers at

mga consumers. (Session Groceries provides a more effective distribution link between

farmers and consumers.) We want to provide a platform where everyone can have a win-win

situation: better revenues for farmers and fresh produce for consumers,” explained Diga.

For Iloisa, there’s still a long way to go, but as long as there’s a platform, strategy, and

people who share the same advocacy, everyone can work together in bringing dignity back to

the hearts of Filipino farmers.

PayMaya is once again bringing an exciting and rewarding shopping experience as it renews its partnership with the Big Bad Wolf Book Sale, allowing Filipino book-lovers to enjoy the convenience and perks of using PayMaya and other cashless options to shop for their favorite books. 

Big Bad Wolf Book Sale shoppers can simply scan-to-pay for their book purchases using their PayMaya app

Now on its 2nd run this year, the Big Bad Wolf Book Sale makes its first stop in North Luzon as it brings 24-hour book shopping on heavily discounted books at the LausGroup Event Centre, San Fernando City from July 12 - 22, 2019.  

Big Bad Wolf Book Sale shoppers can experience seamless cashless payments as cashiers are equipped with One by PayMaya Business, a device that can accept credit and debit cards powered by VISA or Mastercard as well as QR payments using the PayMaya app.

From best-selling novels to popular children’s books, Big Bad Wolf Book Sale shoppers can enjoy a wide-range of book selections and conveniently use their PayMaya app as their wallet to scan and pay for their book purchases via PayMaya QR. They can also avoid bringing cash or coins as they can pay using their debit or credit card via the One by PayMaya Business device.

Loads of treats and cashback offers await Big Bad Wolf Book Sale shoppers when they use PayMaya.

Aside from that, PayMaya customers are in for a surprise as they can get a chance to receive up to 100% cashback each time they pay using PayMaya QR from July 12-22, 2019. For new PayMaya users who will scan-to-pay at least P1,000 for the first time, they can enjoy an extra treat!  

Shoppers paying via their PayMaya physical card can get a P200 cashback for their first minimum single-receipt purchase of P2,000. This promo is part of the Online Shopping Promo announced on July 5, 2019 and will run until July 19, 2019.

“We’ve always been grateful to be part of the Big Bad Wolf Book Sale and we’re back to upgrade the cashless book shopping experience with the help of PayMaya QR and the One by PayMaya Business device. Shoppers can definitely benefit from all the deals and cashbacks while enjoying cashless convenience!” said Kenneth Palacios, Director and Head of Wallets Business at PayMaya Philippines

Part of the proceeds of the sales during Big Bad Wolf Book Sale 2019 will go to Gawad Kalinga, also a partner beneficiary of PayMaya for its #PayMayaItForward corporate social responsibility program. 

One of the country’s greatest pop culture icons will always be its most beloved bee—Jollibee.

For over 40 years, Jollibee has made a notable mark in the lives of millions, making it stand

out as a pillar of Filipino joy and pride, anywhere in the world.

Jollibee once again showcases the true spirit of Pinoy pride, as it launches a new and exciting

collaboration with Global toy brand Funko Pop that aims to pay tribute to an ever-jolly

nation.

This June 12, as the Philippines celebrates its independence day, the country’s leading

Filipino brand and largest fast-food chain will be launching a limited-edition Jollibee in

Philippine Barong Funko Pop!, with 6 Jollibee flagship stores nationwide holding a midnight

countdown for its grand unveiling at the following branches: Jollibee E. Rodriguez, Jollibee

Dolores Junction, Jollibee Molino Boulevard, Jollibee Matina Town Square Drive Thru, Jollibee

Gen. Luna, and Jollibee BGC Triangle Drive.

The simultaneous events will feature classic Pinoy games and special dance numbers from

Jollibee and Friends. As the country ushers in its Independence Day, Jollibee will have a

special appearance wearing a Barong Tagalog to launch the Jollibee in Philippine Barong

Funko Pop!

When Jollibee launched its original Jollibee Funko Pop! at AsiaPop Comicon last year,

thousands of Jollibee and Funko fans excitedly lined up for hours to get their hands on the

Funko Pop!. And when it was released in selected Jollibee stores nationwide, Filbar’s, Toy

Kingdom, Toys R Us, and Toy Town outlets, stocks quickly sold out. The Jollibee Funko Pop

also led some to start their own collection of Funko Pops, further growing the local toy

community.

From June 12 to 21, the limited-edition Jollibee in Philippine Barong Funko Pop! will be

available exclusively in all stores nationwide for only P950 when they buy a 6-pc Chickenjoy

Bucket Solo, valid for dine-in and take-out only.

So, head to the nearest Jollibee branch this Philippine Independence Day and your Pinoy Pride

with this exclusive Jollibee in Philippine Barong Funko Pop! Per DTI-NCR permit no. 8956,

series of 2019. See posters and prints ads for more details.

What is it about pizza that makes us crave for it? Is it the sight of oozing cheese, the juiciness of the overloaded toppings or the aroma of a freshly baked crust? If you still can’t figure out what makes pizza so irresistible, it’s probably because there is an art (and a science) to making the best-tasting pizza.

Baking this all-time favorite takes more than just topping the pizza with all the flavorsome stuff and

popping it in the oven. The good thing is, every barkada’s favorite pizza chain, Greenwich, has given

several insider tips on how to spot a really good pizza.

1. All-in toppings. Let’s be honest, the sight, smell, and of course, taste of a pizza that’s overloaded

with toppings has always been tempting. While it’s true that you can top it off with whatever

basic ingredient you want, a pizza becomes even more delicious if it’s generously sprinkled with

the tastiest and meatiest toppings. Imagine enjoying a pizza that has all of your favorite meaty

toppings like ham, pepperoni, burger crumbles, bacon, Italian sausage, and Spanish sausage,

plus additional ingredients to complement the taste such as veggies, pineapples, mushrooms

and cheese – that’s all-in flavor in one crust like the new Greenwich All-In Overload Pizza. A

favorite of actor Enrique Gil, the All-in Overload is packed with the meatiest ingredients that’s

an explosion of flavor with every bite.

2. The dough has it. Contrary to what most people think, the pizza crust is more than just a base

for the toppings. It actually sets the initial flavor base and texture of the entire pizza. This is why

Greenwich really pays attention to the dough they use for the crust, which is important to a

pizza fan like Robi Domingo. Unlike the ready-made crusts you see in the supermarket,

Greenwich goes all out by preparing their dough from scratch daily, using only the best ingredients. Since the crust is made fresh every day, you can be assured that each crust has the

right texture and is flavorful down to the last millimeter. If you like to munch down on pizza to

the very tip like Robi, then the taste, texture and heft of each crust matters! No leftover crusts

here!

3. Best shared with the barkada. Some things are just better when shared – and pizza certainly

tops that list. It’s not because the dish is too filling, or the quantity can become too

overwhelming for one person, but some dishes like pizza are just more fun to eat when the

entire barkada is in tow! Sharing a pizza that’s overloaded with toppings, flavor and that

unmistakable pizza goodness with friends is enjoyable because it heightens the experience you

have with each bite. Especially when you want to unwind with the darling of your barkada like

Yassi Pressman, sharing an overloaded pizza while you’re chillin’ makes barkada time even more

fun. #BarkadaGoals unlocked!

Of course, it would be better if you could test your pizzanatomy know-how on an actual pizza, like

Greenwich’s new All-in Overload. The All-in Overload is loaded with six kinds of meat: ham pepperoni,bacon, Italian sausage, burger crumbles, and Spanish sausage plus veggies, cheese, pineapples and mushrooms. This deliciously satisfying pizza has everything you would want in a pizza and is just right for the entire barkada.

You can get the All-in Overload pizza as part of the Overloaded Trio exclusive delivery offer. For only P499, you and your barkada can enjoy 3 of your favorite flavor-loaded double-sized Greenwich pizzas.

Call #5-55-55, or order online at greenwichdelivery.com for some all-in goodness.