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Partnership for Build, Build, Build

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 Metro Pacific Tollways Corporation  and ATN Holdings recently forged a partnership for Quarry Priority Supply Project to North Luzon Expressways (NLEX) projects. The partnership will ensure steady supply of quality construction aggregates for the following projects: NLEX-Harbour Link, the Cavite-Laguna Expressway, the NLEX expansion, the Manila-LRT Line 1 Cavite extension, and NLEX-SLEX Connector Road.  Photo shows  MPTC President & CEO Rodrigo E. Franco and ATN Holdings President & CEO Arsenio T. Ng (2nd and 3rd from left) joined by Department of Public Works and Highways chairman of Build, Build, Build  Anna Mae Lamentillo (rightmost) with (from left)  MPTC Chief Development Officer Raul Ignacio and ATN Holdings Director Hilario T. Ng

Nitro 7 Coffee and Tea Bar - SM Center Pasig

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There are so many coffee shops that you will be found either inside the mall and other commercial areas in the Metro today. It only means that coffee business is booming in the country. People does not only after for the best coffee and food they served but of course to the nice ambiance of the store that they will feel relax and enjoy either alone or with their friends or loved ones. 1 of the 17 branches of Nitro 7 Coffee and Tea Bar. Located at the Ground Floor of SM Center Pasig (near Tiendesitas). Recently, I was able to try some food and drinks of Nitro 7 Coffee & Tea Bar at SM Center Pasig branch. It's actually just a few steps from my home! They're considered the Philippines' first nitrogen-infused Cold Brew Coffee and Tea Bar.  As of now, they have 17 branches within Luzon area and they are expanding. The store has a confy and nice interior that you will surely like it. The Nitro Coffee is the main attraction here. Nitro Coffee is a unique ty

AXA empowers young athletes

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AXA Philippines, one of the country’s leading insurance companies, is the insurance provider of the UAAP, providing coverage for the organization for the duration of Season 82 that is currently underway. AXA Philippines continues to empower Filipinos – and in this case young Filipino athletes and spectators – and instill a sense of self-belief in them through their passion for sports. Photo shows (L-R) AXA Philippines chief customer officer Amor Balagtas, AXA Philippines president and CEO Rahul Hora, UAAP Season 82 president Emmanuel Fernandez, and UAAP executive director Rene Andrei Saguisag Jr.

Cleanance: The Ultimate Natural Answer to Oily, Sensitive Skin

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Come and visit Shine-Free Week September 26 – October 2 at SM Makati. Freebies and exciting raffle prizes awaits!  Avène’s  Cleanance  product line -- with cleansers, moisturizers and more that are specifically developed for the needs of oily and acne-prone skin -- launched Shine-Free Week September 26 – October 2 at SM Makati.  Well-known dermatologist Dr. Karen Gavino-Dionisio of the Aesthetic Institute of the Philippines shared information about good skin cleansing habits and specific products that can help prevent breakouts, arrest excessive oil production and sooth sensitive skin.  Skin expert shares health and beauty tips and how to keep skin care.  All week long, consumers got educated on skin types, the importance of caring for oily skin, the do’s and don’ts of oily skin and what products to use for various skin needs as they went through various stations at the Cleanance booth to enjoy interactive experiences and win prizes.  Dr. Gavino-Dionisio s

Experience a New Joy in Soy with This Newest Drink Craze from Singapore

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Shannen Francisco, Assistant Brand Manager, Joybean Food Masters Corporation; Carlos Alfredo Vergara, Marketing Director, Joybean Food Masters Corporation; Erwin Catihanan, Operations Director, Joybean Food Masters Corporation; Sydney Quays, Group CEO of Berjaya Food Berhad; Frederick T. Siy, Chairman of the Board, Joybean Food Masters Corporation; Norman Raquel, President, Joybean Food Masters Corporation; Luis Daniel, Senior Vice President, Jollibean Foods Pte Ltd.; and Simon Ng, Franchise Development Director, Jollibean Foods Pte Ltd. Filipinos always get excited when there’s a new drink in town.  “Milk tea is life” has been the new mantra but  wWhat if we tell you that there’s a new alternative to this drink that is equally delicious and addictive, but much healthier? This September 25, discover a new kind of joy by well-loved Singaporean soy milk brand , Jollibean opens its first pop-up store in Greenbelt, Makati City. Renamed for the international market as Joybean, this

Milk Tea Alert: McDonald’s Milk Tea McFloat now with Pearls for only P75!

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Soft serve sundae + delicious milk tea base + brown sugar pearls — what more could you ask for? Experience bliss in every sip starting this September 27 with the new McDonald’s Milk Tea McFloat with brown sugar pearls, all for an affordable price. At only P75, you get to take your milk tea experience up a notch with the goodness of milk tea, creamy vanilla soft serve, and chewy brown sugar pearls. Still available in both Classic and Wintermelon, the Milk Tea McFloat— topped with sundae, dunked with pearls— is the perfect drink for your next milk tea craving! The new Milk Tea McFloat with brown sugar pearls is available for dine-in, take-out, drive-thru, and delivery. Sip into the sweetness of the Milk Tea McFloat with brown sugar pearls by ordering now at mcdelivery.com.ph. Share your experience online by tagging @mcdo_ph on Instagram and Twitter, and visiting McDonald’s Facebook.

Discover the secret menu of cafés at SM’s Coffee Fest

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Calling all coffee lovers! Discover the secret menu of your favorite coffee shops for special drink items and more at Coffee Fest 2019 happening now until September 29 at SM malls nationwide. "Coffee Fest 2019 will allow customers to know more about their go-to comfort drink while having a good time with family and friends and getting the chance to win exciting prizes," said SM Supermalls senior vice president for marketing Jonjon San Agustin. Whether it is for your next afternoon relaxation with friends or just for some time alone to have coffee, here’s what you can look forward to at SM’s Coffee Fest 2019. 1. Best coffee deals. Not that you needed any more reasons to buy your must-have coffee drink, but now, you can avail of exclusive discounts and promos at Coffee Fest 2019 at SM. It’s the perfect opportunity to try out those new drinks, pastries, or even the secret menu items you’ve always been wanting to try. 2. Coffee Hangout Popup Weekend. If you had a long

Prime News for Prime Moms: Mega Prime renews Marian Rivera as its ambassador and launches Prime Mom Club Rewards program

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Kapuso Actress,  Marian Rivera-Dantes recently renewed her contract with Mega Prime.  Marian is very thankful for the trust given by the brand for 3 years.  Prime Mom Club Rewards program To treat moms who continuously strive to serve the best meals to their families, Mega Prime launched an exciting rewards program that makes it much easier and more rewarding for homemakers to provide healthy and great tasting meals for their family The rewards program was launched on September 24, together with the official contract signing of celebrity mom Marian Rivera-Dantes as she marked her third year as Mega Prime’s ambassador and as an honorary member of Prime Mom Club. “Sobrang happy and excited ako to continue my partnership with Mega Prime.” said Marian “As a homemaker, full support ako sa mga quality and affordable products that they offer. And because of that, alam ko na nabibigay ko ang best mealtimes na deserve ng family ko. Through this rewards program, very c

Converge ICT earmarks $250M investment to nationwide expansion

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 (L-R) Converge ICT COO Jesus C. Romero, Converge ICT President & CEO Dennis H. Anthony Uy, Maria Grace Y. Uy, U.S. Ambassador to the Philippines Sung Y. Kim, DICT Secretary Gregorio Honasan, and Warburg Pincus LLC Managing Director Saurabh Agarwal Converge ICT, the country’s premier pure end to end fiber internet service provider, received a multi-million-dollar investment from Warburg Pincus, a private equity firm based in the United States. Converge ICT has been aggressively expanding its fiber infrastructure with the aim of providing Filipinos access to the more reliable fiber internet connection. The $250 million or P12.8 billion investment will be earmarked on rolling out more fiber connections nationwide. "Since going full throttle with our fiber network roll-out and package offerings, the change in overall Philippine performance has been noticeable," said Dennis Uy, founder and president, Converge ICT. "In 2018, the average connection has risen to 1

GCash powers biggest mobile app summit in PH

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EMPOWERING ONLINE ENTREPRENEURS. As sponsor of the SIGN UP! SUMMIT 2019, leading mobile wallet GCash took part in educating more than 12,000 entrepreneurs on how to grow businesses online. From left: SIGN UP! 2019 program chair Josephine Romero, Go Negosyo founder Joey Concepcion, GCash president and chief executive officer Anthony Thomas, and GCash chief corporate affairs officer Ney Villaseñor. GCash, the leading mobile wallet in the Philippines, sponsors the biggest and most anticipated mobile app summit and expo in the country—the SIGN UP! SUMMIT 2019 on September 23 at the World Trade Center, Pasay City. SIGN UP! SUMMIT 2019 aims to support aspiring online businessowners in establishing their own companies and enterprises. It targets to educate around 12,000 micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) about the essential elements in growing and expanding an e-business. “By far, SIGN UP! is the biggest gathering of mobile platforms and mobile applications in the Philippi

Plan a Hassle-free Celebration with McDo Party, just like what Marian Rivera-Dantes does for her daughter Zia!

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Marian Rivera-Dantes together with her cute daughter,  Zia.  PHILIPPINES - September 2019 - Kids always look forward to birthday party celebrations, but there’s no denying that the planning process can be intimidating for parents. For those who want to give the best birthday bash for their children but don’t know where to start, look no further as McDonald’s offers a hassle-free way to plan a party! Marian Rivera-Dantes and daughter Zia choose McDo Party Take it from Marian Rivera-Dantes herself, who is seen in this new video by McDonald’s, having a breeze as she and Zia takes us through their party planning process! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nQNrg_TsTe8 As one of the top birthday party destinations for kids, McDonald’s aims to make party planning as stress-free as possible. Parents can rely on McDonald’s hands-on party planners, known as Guest Experience Leaders, to stay on top of the party details from start to finish, so parents can take a back seat from the stres

Baristas unite at the 1st PH National Assembly

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It was a day of fun and learning about coffee last September 20 at the 1st PH National Barista Assembly held at SM Aura SMX Convention Center.  World coffee experts and leaders sees a brighter future for the country's baristas, as they join together in a day of learning and fellowship over cups of the country's best tasting coffees, at the first-ever Philippine National Barista Assembly. The event, which happens at the SMX Convention Center Aura in Taguig City, aims to unite Filipino baristas and bring back the Philippines on the global coffee spotlight through a sustainable coffee economy. Renowned world barista experts lead the line-up of speakers at the Assembly. 2018 World Barista Champion Head Judge, Ross Quail, talks about the "Factors affecting Speacialty Coffee," 2014 World Barista Champion, Hidenori Izaki, shares about the, "Ten tips to win in the World Barista Championship," 2016 Berlin Comandante Champion, Joe Mc Taggart, discussed about