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Para kay Lolo at Lola: foodpanda pays tribute to senior Ka-panda riders

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  Creating a sense of belonging among its employees and freelance partners has always been one of the core values of leading quick-commerce platform provider foodpanda. foodpanda embraces the differences that make each employee and its freelance delivery partners unique and exceptional. No matter where they came from or what their age is, their valuable service and unparalleled dedication is recognized in the company. In a society that tells us that our age defines our competence, our stamina, and our ability to learn new things, it’s remarkable how senior Ka-panda riders thrive and continue to provide for their families. Recently, foodpanda held an initiative called Sorpresang Ka-panda para kay Lolo at Lola program wherein chosen senior Ka-panda partner riders from Cavite and Baguio were given Php 50,000 worth of items from foodpanda’s grocery arm pandamart and partner brands Cebuana Lhuillier, Generika, and TOP Vision Optical. Joining the foodpanda Philippines Operations tea

SM Prime Holdings hold 2022 International Coastal Cleanup together with SM Cares, SM By the Bay

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SM Prime Holdings, together with SM Cares and SM By the Bay once again took part in the annual International Coastal Cleanup (ICC), bringing together thousands of volunteers into an event that underscored the importance of protecting the world's seas, oceans, and other bodies of water. The event was held last September 17 at the SM By the Bay Central Park, SM Mall of Asia Complex in Pasay City. A total of 2,438 volunteers joined this year's ICC, composed of students, professionals, and others from different private and public organizations. At the end of the activity, an estimated 12,158 kgs of trash, equivalent to a total of 1,613 trash bags filled, was successfully collected. Among those who graced the event were Climate Change Commission Vice Chairperson Sec. Robert Borje, Department of Environment and Natural Resources - National Capital Region (DENR-NCR) Regional Executive Director Jacqueline A. Caancan, DENR-NCR Regional Executive Director for Technical Services

City Savings Bank partners with Elaia and City of San Pedro, Laguna for the latest e-trike livelihood program

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        A SUSTAINABLE TRANSPORTATION: A safe, affordable, and sustainable mode of transportation for the residents of the City of San Pedro, Laguna as City Savings Bank (CitySavings) and Elaia Green Vehicles Corporation (Elaia) expands their joint motorcycle loan and e-trike venture last September 8 during the UnionBank Innovation Festival. (L-R) CitySavings EVP - Motorcycle Loans Business Head Ret. Adm. Feliciano Angue; UnionBank Chief Technology and Operations Officer and Chief Transformation Officer and CitySavings Chairman Henry Aguda; San Antonio Barangay Captain Eugenio “Jun” Ynion; Elaia President Ronaldo Miguel “Mike” Puno; CitySavings President and CEO Lorenzo Ocampo; CitySavings SEVP - COO Manuel “Chut” Santiago, Jr.; CitySavings VP - Dealer and Internal Stakeholder Management Head for Motorcycle Business Ruelito Aquino; and CitySavings VP - Institutional and Retail Sales Head for Motorcycle Business Eric Valdez. City Savings Bank (CitySavings) and Elaia Green Vehicles Corp

UNDRR, SM Prime laud women leaders in disaster resilience

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  SM Prime Holdings (SMPHI) recently announced its support for the global search for women leaders in disaster resilience. For the second consecutive year, SMPHI is sponsoring Women’s International Network on Disaster Risk Reduction (WIN DRR) Leadership Awards, a flagship program of the  United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction ( UNDRR). SMPHI Vice President for Corporate Compliance Liza B. Silerio said that the support is aligned with the company’s drive to recognize  women’s leadership in disaster risk reduction. “This is important in inspiring other women to fully and effectively participate in promoting gender equality and empowerment while building our collective resilience.” UN Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Disaster Risk Reduction Mami Mizutori expressed gratitude for the support, stating, “The awards highlight the key role of women as leaders and agents of change in building resilience and actively participating in the creation and implementation o

Awesome for all: Up your A-Game and be all kinds of awesome with the latest Samsung Galaxy A Series smartphones

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  Being “awesome” has different meanings to different people and can be interpreted in many ways. For some, this could mean being able to seize opportunities, maximize one’s time and balance multiple responsibilities. Being awesome may also mean engaging in one’s passions, from baking, to playing mobile games, or even making art. For others, being awesome can be about the seemingly small wins that matter, like ticking off all the items in one’s to-do list, or staying within budget. There truly is no singular definition of being awesome; it’s how one chooses to live their life the best way they can. And this is why Samsung recently unveiled their latest Galaxy A Series smartphones: Galaxy A13 5G, Galaxy A23 5G, and Galaxy A04s, to enable today’s youth to achieve their awesome, whatever that may be.   (L-R) Redg Carlos, Product Marketing Manager; Jun Guevara, Product Marketing Head, Mobile Experience; Dom Nacorda, Marketing Communications Manager; content creator Micle Asistio, ; Ria Cas

Nokia 5710 Xpress Audio – 4G feature phone with in-built wireless earbuds launches in PH

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  Love it : Enjoy a feature phone with innovative in-built wireless earbuds wrapped in a stylish package Trust it:  Stay connected with 4G VoLTE, stay charged and in touch for longer with big battery Keep it:  Experience the signature durability and robustness expected from a Nokia phone   MANILA, PHILIPPINES, 23 Sept 2022  – HMD Global, the home of Nokia phones, launches in the Philippines the Nokia 5710 Xpress Audio – a new feature phone that celebrates the XpressMusic heritage and comes with detachable wireless earbuds that are stored and charged within the phone itself. The innovative design is paired with loudspeakers, audio control buttons and a big battery to bring Filipinos seamless audio for any situation.   Sancho Chak, general manager for Philippines, Hong Kong and Thailand, HMD Global: “What Filipinos loved about the classic Nokia 5310 is made even better with the Nokia 5710 Xpress Audio which delivers audio freedom through a game changing design.  By incorporating wireless

Experience the power of the all-new OPPO Reno8 Series 5G with Home Credit

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  Manila, Philippines. September 22, 2022 —  In today’s fast-paced world, the hustle and bustle becomes a way of living, and keeping pace with the ever-changing trends is another demand. Devices and phones became daily companions — from setting alarms to kickstart the day, paying bills and doing groceries, accomplishing work and researching, staying connected with loved ones, to capturing the best moments and sharing them in one tap. People are now in an age where multiple things can be done at one’s fingertips — in one swipe, one scan, one click at a time. With such demand, people are always on the lookout for the best devices that can cater to their lifestyle needs without them breaking the bank. A new series of power for digital consumers arises as OPPO introduces the all-new OPPO Reno8 Series 5G, made more accessible and affordable through Home Credit! Experience power that lasts Experiencing low battery mode or getting a drained-up device can be a hassle especially if one is away

Get up to 5% rebate on every swipe with Security Bank’s Complete Cashback Platinum card

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  Beating the rising prices of daily essentials while keeping the household in tiptop shape is crucial. Consumers are consistently looking for practical ways to get the most bang out of their buck. Just like a never-ending sale, you can get up to 5-4-3-2-1% instant cashback on your everyday purchases plus get a welcome gift of up to PHP5,000 eGC with Security Bank’s Complete Cashback card—now in Platinum! 5% on groceries When sticking to a budget, having a credit card with guaranteed rebates can be a gamechanger for the household’s grocery runner. With every swipe of the Complete Cashback Platinum card at the supermarket, cardholders can avail of 5% cashback on monthly statements that can be paired with discounts and other promos from Security Bank’s partner grocery merchants.   This cashback can either help you save or let you get your grocery essentials without going over budget. 4% on gas Whether going on a road trip, driving to work, or simply running errands, you can r

INTERNATIONAL FILIPINO ATHLETE JAKE DE LEON CROWNED AS NEW MWF PINOY WRESTLING CHAMPION

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  Manila Wrestling Federation makes waves in its live event extravaganza “MWF: Road to Fate 2022” at the PETA Theater Center MANILA, September 20, 2022 – About three hundred Pinoy wrestling fans gathered at the PETA Theater Center last Sunday, September 11, to witness the crowning of “Mr. Philippine Wrestling” Jake De Leon as the new Manila Wrestling Federation (MWF) Pinoy Wrestling Champion . De Leon competed in the main event in a winning effort against two of the best performance athletes in the country – Fabio Makisig and Nigel San Jose . Jake De Leon is a multi-time wrestling champion and has held titles all over Southeast Asia. He has represented the country in numerous matches internationally, including Singapore, Thailand, Hong Kong and most notably in mainland China, where he participated in the WWE tryouts in 2019. A Philippine wrestling pioneer with almost a decade of in-ring experience, De Leon is one of the most respected and accomplished Filipino athletes in the gen