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  Being able to defend yourself in any scenario may increase your self-esteem and provide a much-needed sense of security. Even in today’s modern world, we’re still constantly surrounded by dangers and threats to our safety – these can happen to anyone and usually when we least expect it. While we tend to focus on the more obvious or larger-scale threats to our safety, we must not forget the day-to-day dangers that we must continue protecting ourselves from. Being able to protect yourself from looming dangers in any situation can be both a confidence booster and a welcome reassurance to your overall well-being. AXA Philippines, one of the country’s leading insurance providers, suggests these six tips you can practice to help you protect yourself better daily. Be aware of your surroundings. An easy way to avoid potential threats is to be vigilant about your surroundings, for both threats posed by living beings such as criminals or stray animals, or inanimate ones such as haz...

  Representatives from The SM Store, Toy Kingdom and HSBC’s Global Resourcing Corp. during the turn-over of donations held at The SM Store North EDSA Despite the pandemic, The SM Store’s Share-A-Toy collected more than 45,000 toys in December 2021. Customers and partner organizations donated new and pre-loved toys to The SM Store and Toy Kingdom branches nationwide. Customers received a P100 discount voucher for every donation courtesy of The SM Store. The toys collected will be distributed to children from the SM Foundation and The SM Store partner organizations. Among the recipients in Metro Manila are pediatric patients from the Amang Rodriguez Medical Center, Philippine Children’s Medical Center, and the Philippine General Hospital. Recipients outside Metro Manila include non-government organizations such as the Heart Warriors Tarlac Chapter and the Islamic orphanages under the Arkat Lawanen network in Mindanao. Indigenous groups, the Mangyan community in Sipitsaburan...

  It’s been more than a year since the pandemic started. We are still celebrating birthdays, holidays, and other family occasions without the usual things that we love to do. Due to the ongoing restrictions, we may be missing out on dine-ins, out of town vacations, and gatherings among family and friends. Virtual parties during this pandemic are the current alternatives for special events. But a family celebration can still be special. It's simply a matter of being more creative with what you have. Make the start of the day special Begin the day by preparing a superb breakfast. Play some music to make it livelier and more memorable. Deliver love to your home This is perfect for those who are away from their families. Let your family feel your presence by surprising them with the delivery of food. For birthday occasions, you can book a delivery for a cake and balloons. Doing things together at home The country has eased up restrictions on certain tourist spots. Howev...

  Philippines’ first and only permanent crowdfunding licensee of SEC celebrates its first PHP100 million notes financed in 10-months operation Investree Philippines is a crowdfunding portal that  enables local SMEs to springboard and achieve success through fast, transparent and secure financing options. #EveryoneCanGrow   Manila, Philippines  –  The future is looking bright for   businesses and investors in the Philippines as economic activity and people mobility continue to safely reopen even amid the threat of Omicron. Many companies are undertaking digital transformation and exploring innovative recovery plans. Logistics, e-commerce companies, online gaming and other businesses that cater to necessities have been experiencing growth. MSMEs account for 9 9.5 percent of all businesses in the Philippines  and 25 percent of the country’s total export revenue, according to the latest data from the Department of Trade and Industry. They em...

  It’s going to be a prosperous 2022 as SM Supermalls celebrates the Year of the Tiger with fun-filled events and activities for its shoppers! Whether you choose to stay home or safely shop at SM Supermalls, there are exclusive CNY deals for everyone to enjoy! Lucky Dining Deals . Kick-off the festivities with an abundant gastronomic feast with discounts and promos from January 16 to February 2. Shoppers can enjoy  Lucky Eats Deals  of   as much as a 22% discount from participating tenants. For your convenience, you can easily shop via the SM Malls Online app where you can arrange for delivery or pick-up, or by calling our SM Customer Care hotline at (02) 8876-111, 0917-876-111, or 0908-876-1111. You can also have the fill of your favorite food while safely dining at Chinese New Year-themed indoor and outdoor  Lucky Eats Dining Spots . Lucky Red Finds Bazaar . Boost your luck and find all the lucky red items from SM Supermalls’ partner tenants and affiliates in ...

  Clearing your house of clutter will not only free up space, but can also help you and your family sleep better and become more healthy and active. This is why, when your home is overrun with clutter, it’s time to take action and focus on getting organized so you can start the new year on a cleaner, healthier note.   This was the main message during the recent AXA Rewards Real Sessions workshop, organized by AXA Philippines, one of the country’s leading insurance providers. Real Sessions is a workshop series exclusively for AXA Rewards members that cover different aspects of life, all designed to help members achieve the life they want. One of the perks of the rewards program is exclusive access to a series of workshops, the first of which was a talk on home improvement and decluttering by Christine Dychiao, the first certified Konmari consultant in the Philippines. Konmari is a simple but effective tidying method that helps people organize their homes a...

  Celebrate Chinese New Year with Goldilocks and Enjoy 10% Discount With Chinese New Year inching closer and closer, it's time to celebrate with a bang! It's time to do your best red outfit, match it with your cutest gold accessories, and say “gong xi fa cai” to your local Dragon Dance group as we celebrate another year of life and love. It’s a time for celebration, that is why Goldilocks, the country's number one bakeshop is happy to present their all-new Chinese New Year Greeting Cake, which comes in two flavors of Mocha and Marble, along with an exciting nationwide promo. This soft chiffon cake is filled and frosted with delicious buttercream icing and topped with the Chinese symbol for good fortune, luck, or happiness ( 福 ). It is then decorated with golden dragees and 8 pieces of chocolate gold coins! While for Goldilocks’s special Chinese New Year promo, the three-step process is super easy! 1.) Simply head to your nearest Goldilocks store and SCAN their special...

Speakers at the Private Sector Forum: Our Business Too:  Democracy & Private Enterprise Delivering Together L-R Top: John Brothers (T. Rowe Price Foundation), Lenna Koszarny (Horizon Capital). Bottom: Nanette Medved-Po (HOPE and Plastic Credit Exchange), Dr Amy Jadesimi (LADOL Free Zone) . Promoting democracy through responsible investment, PCX Founder and Chairperson Nanette Medved-Po joined a panel discussion at the US Department of State’s Summit for Democracy. Hosted by the President of the United States, Joe Biden, the Summit for Democracy serves as a flagship initiative illustrating the Biden-Harris Administration’s commitment to putting democracy and human rights at the heart of US foreign policy.   The two-day virtual summit focused on challenges and opportunities facing democracies. It serves as a platform for leaders to announce individual and collective commitments, reforms and initiatives to defend democracy and human rights. The private sector forum titled “...

  Challenge your age with Provital Immuna Plus Having a regular exercise regimen helps the body to prepare better for the coming years so, it is important to jumpstart that workout and maintain physical activity to help prevent health problems later on in life.   Staying active at any age helps improve heart and lung health. Research has also shown that even modest physical activity is good for the brain, bones, and muscles. Studies have linked lifelong exercise with keeping people healthier for longer by delaying the onset of chronic conditions or diseases and cognitive decline, reducing the risk of fractures, and helping promote mental wellness. The best time to start taking proactive steps with your health is now. It’s never too late to reap the benefits of an active lifestyle. All it takes is the right motivation, and you’ll have more years to enjoy with yourself and your family. Fuel for a healthy lifestyle Challenge yourself into having a Life 5.0 Activate...

  With the recent events that occurred in the wake of Typhoon Odette, AXA Philippines, one of the country's leading insurance providers, remains committed to prioritizing the safety and protection of its valued customers. The insurer is granting an extension of premium payment schedules for customers residing in areas declared under a state of calamity. The areas covered by the amnesty program include MIMAROPA (Mindoro, Marinduque, Romblon, Palawan), Western Visayas, Central Visayas, Eastern Visayas, Northern Mindanao, and CARAGA. Affected policyholders with premium due dates from November 15, 2021 to January 15, 2022 are given an extended grace period of up to 90 days to settle their life insurance premiums. Normally, by policy contract, policyholders have 31 days from the policy premium date to pay their premium. The extended grace period means that, for example, if the policyholder's current due date is November 15, 2021 with normal grace period end date until December...

  New data from ongoing trial showed increased antibody response against Beta,   Delta, Alpha and Gamma variants following third dose booster with AstraZeneca COVID-19 Vaccine Additional analysis showed increased antibody response to Omicron after a third dose   Positive results from a preliminary analysis of an ongoing safety and immunogenicity trial (D7220C00001) showed that AstraZeneca COVID-19 Vaccine, when given as a third dose booster, increased the immune response to Beta, Delta, Alpha and Gamma SARS-CoV-2 variants, while a separate analysis of samples from the trial showed increased antibody response to the Omicron variant. The results were observed among individuals previously vaccinated with either AstraZeneca COVID-19 Vaccine or an mRNA vaccine. A   separate   Phase   IV   trial   reported   in   a   preprint   with   The   Lancet   on   SSRN   showed   that   a   third dose of...