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Leading food chains, food delivery companies embrace GCash as key partner as shift to e-commerce expands

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  As online food deliveries and cashless payments are becoming the new norm, GCash, the country’s leading mobile wallet, now plays a key role for various leading food chains such as McDonald's, Jollibee Foods Corporation (JFC), and KFC, serving as a reliable platform that drives customer engagement and operational efficiency. On GCash, food merchants also have access to the app’s more than 40 million users “We're looking forward to building more partnerships with other brands very soon to further provide Filipinos utmost convenience when ordering food in-store, for takeaway or delivery,” said Martha Sazon, President and CEO of GCash. “For end users, GCash is making ordering food online more fun and affordable, and most importantly, safe for customers, so much so that millions of our users now enjoy access to over 80 lifestyle brands available on our app.” Currently, over 900 stores of JFC brands (Chowking, Red Ribbon, Greenwich, and more) are now accepting GCash and con

What you should know if you choose to be vaccinated for COVID-19

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  The maximum efficacy of the COVID-19 vaccine can only be achieved after you receive the two doses; and even   after receiving both doses, make sure to still take preventive measures, especially when you’re in common public places. What to do before, on the day, and after getting the COVID-19 vaccine   As vaccin ation programs against COVID-19 are underway in most local government units, many are still in doubt and are not yet fully prepared to get inoculated. When deciding on whether or not to get a jab, it’s important to consider that getting vaccinated against COVID-19 adds a layer of protection from the virus. Full vaccination will not only help reduce the risk of infection and suffering from severe symptoms. Doing so will also protect your loved ones and the community as we strive to achieve herd immunity. For those who may still have questions about the vaccination process and what to expect when their turn to get vaccin ated comes, AXA Philippines, one of the country’s

John Cena Makes Long-Awaited Return at Money in the Bank

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MANILA, Philippines –  WWE (NYSE: WWE) made its return to live crowds this weekend with two back-to-back sell-out arena shows: Friday Night SmackDown® and Money in the Bank®, which broadcast live on Pay-Per-View, The Peacock, and WWE Network from the Dickies Arena in Fort Worth, Texas. The WWE Universe around the world was treated to an exhilarating night of back-to-back action at Money in the Bank® 2021. Nikki A.S.H and Big E were the evening’s Money in the Bank winners, guaranteeing them a shot at any world championship at any time of their choosing. In singles action, WWE World Heavyweight Champion, Bobby Lashley, successfully defended the title against former champion, Kofi Kingston, and Charlotte Flair defeated Rhea Ripley to recapture the Raw Women’s Championship for the fifth time in history.   Results MITB Kick-Off Show 1.  SmackDown Tag Team Championship Match:  The Usos (Jey & Jimmy Uso) def. The Mysterios (Rey & Dominic Mysterio)  (C) MITB Main Show 1.  Women’s Money

Experience the spirit of Tokyo 2020 with Airbnb Online Experiences hosted by Olympians, Paralympians and Japanese volunteers

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    The curated program provides over 200 ways to support and connect with Olympian and Paralympians online as they offer interactive activities that will provide an intimate window into the Games Airbnb is also working with local Japanese volunteers to launch a series of 20 free Online Experiences that will give guests insights into the venues, cities and histories behind this year’s Games Manila, Philippines, July 16, 2021 -  Filipino sports enthusiasts and Olympics fans alike now have the chance to experience the thrill and excitement of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Games from the comfort of home, thanks to a new series of Airbnb Online Experiences hosted by athletes and local Games volunteers. Airbnb, the International Olympic Committee (IOC), and the International Paralympic Committee (IPC) are bringing people closer than ever to the magic of Tokyo 2020 with a special program taking place during the Games of more than 200 Olympian and Paralympian Online Experiences, only

Danone Specialized Nutrition inspires healthier nutrition choices with its first regional campaign on Shopee

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  Shoppers can learn to make smarter choices for their health and discover the full benefits of Danone’s Specialized Nutrition (SN) portfolio for everyone in the family MANILA (PHILIPPINES), July 16, 2021  – Danone, a leading multi-local food and beverage company building on health-focused and fast-growing categories, and Shopee, a leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan, launches the first Regional Brand Day, ‘Our Health, My Choice’ on Shopee Mall to provide consumers in the region access to Danone’s full Specialized Nutrition (SN) portfolio for the whole family. The SN portfolio includes core milk products for children and convenient cereal bars for pregnant women and lactating mothers, and adult nutrition for healthy aging. With more people going online to shop for health products, the collaboration aims to support more families to make informed nutrition choices and discover products that support their health and nutrition  needs . In line with its mission to bring

Heralding a New Era with Signature™ Collection by American Standard

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Crafted as an embodiment of American Standard, the Signature™ Collection incorporates all the signature design elements of the brand – Frame, Pillow and Line. A culmination of Frame and Pillow forms Superellipse, a geometric shape that is exclusive to this collection, revolving around the theme of soft minimalism Gone are the days where bathrooms were purely functional rooms for basic cleansing. The bathrooms of today have evolved with urban living lifestyle, translating from pure functional areas to expressive modern spaces for personal relaxation. Pure Simplicity of Form Born from a medley of geometrical shapes, pillowed surfaces and defined edges, the Signature™ collection is a modern showcase of the brand’s three design signature elements: Frame, Pillow and Line . A culmination of Frame and Pillow forms Superellipse , a geometric element that extends throughout the entire collection from basins, fittings, toilets to vanities. More than just a rounded rectangle, the Superellips

NXT UK Superstars Visit Philippine Embassy in London

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  MANILA, Philippines –  NXT UK®   made its long-awaited debut to Filipino viewers on Sunday night, June 11 th , 2021, at Tap Sports. The debut of  NXT UK®  comes with the announcement of live broadcasts of  NXT®  for the very first time in the Philippines as part of TAP DMV’s partnership with WWE (NYSE: WWE). To commemorate the Philippine debut of  NXT UK® , a group of Superstars including NXT UK Tag Team Champions Pretty Deadly (Lewis Howley & Sam Stoker), Jinny, and Aleah James were invited to the Philippine Embassy in Central London for a meeting with His Excellency, Antonio Manuel R. Lagdameo, the Philippine Ambassador to the United Kingdom of Great Britain and North Ireland. His Excellency, Ambassador Antonio Manuel R. Lagdameo, was presented with his very own NXT UK Championship belt as a symbol of gratitude for the burgeoning relationship between  NXT UK®  and the Philippines.   NXT UK®  showcases the brightest stars of the WWE’s United Kingdom division, including WALTER, K

TCS to Help Converge Improve Customer Experience and Further Accelerate Growth

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  Tata Consultancy Services ’  State-of-the-art Digital Services Platform Will Help the Broadband Provider Simplify Business Processes, Speed Up Product Innovation, and Personalize Customer Engagement MANILA, July 13, 2021:  Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) (BSE: 532540, NSE: TCS), a leading global IT services, consulting and business solutions organization, announced that it is partnering with Converge ICT Solutions Inc. (Converge) (PSE: CNVRG), a large, end-to-end high-speed fiber broadband provider in the Philippines, to help the latter further enhance the customer experience for its fast-growing subscriber base. Converge is aggressively expanding its fiber network to meet pent-up demand for world-class broadband services in the country. In partnership with TCS, Converge has embarked on a major business transformation journey, to build a flexible and future-ready digital core to offer new and enhanced digital services to its customers. Central to this transformation is  TCS HOBS ™, a

The Arborage B groundbreaking.

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  Brentville International Community recently celebrated another milestone with the groundbreaking of the second phase of its newest cluster, The Arborage. Developed by Prestige by Filinvest, Brentville International Community is a premium residential enclave that consists of different clusters and diverse living options. Highly accessible from the Mamplasan Exit in Southern Luzon Expressway (SLEX), this village offers unique community living like no other with its generous open spaces and well-curated amenities benefitting your family's lifestyle- all while being secured and safe. With this recent milestone, Brentville International Community further establishes its commitment in providing its residents and future residents thoughtful Southern living. Gracing the ceremony were Filinvest executives and partners.  (L-R) Master planner H1 Architecture principals Arch. Raymond Hernandez and Arch. Juan Seriña, Filinvest Alabang, Inc. (FAI) First Vice President and Prestige Brand Head

5 facts and fallacies on vaccines

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    Vaccines have been around for a while, but an age-old debate has resurfaced along with the availability of those that address COVID-19. Are they safe and effective? AXA, one of the Philippines’ leading insurance providers, takes a closer look at the myths and misconceptions, as well as the hard facts, which can help you decide if vaccines, indeed, do the job they’re intended for. Myth 1: Vaccines can make a person sick. Fact: According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), you can’t get sick when administered with a vaccine. However, some people can experience mild side effects, such as soreness on the part of the body where the vaccine was injected. Such side effects disappear quickly, and more serious side effects are not common. Myth 2: Vaccines can cause the very disease it aims to address. Fact: It is unlikely that a vaccine can cause a disease to develop, but certain individuals may not reach the needed immunity level from the vaccine to fight

Moving the needle: Havas Life tackles COVID vaccine

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  As the Philippines ramps up its vaccination program against COVID 19, the country continues to face several key issues ranging from vaccine hesitancy to the emergence of new COVID variants. In an effort to help move from vaccine hesitancy to vaccine confidence and encourage private companies to take part in advocating vaccination among Filipinos, Havas Life recently hosted “VacciNation: Vaccines for a Healthier Nation.” The online conversation, part of Havas’ The New Life webinar series, featured Professor Emeritus of University of the Philippines College of Medicine’s Dr. Lulu Bravo, Havas Health & You Global Chief Medical Officer Dr. Suketu Patel, and consumer healthcare expert Dave McCaughan. They each discussed the role of health care professionals in building vaccine resilience in the Philippines and the narrative around vaccination positivity.   Vaccines as a public health issue Dr. Lulu Bravo, a leading pediatrician and staunch advocate of vaccination in the cou