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Healthy, Hassle-Free Holiday Bundles from The Goodwill Market

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Tis the season to show you care by sending healthy goodies from The Goodwill Market to family and friends. The gift baskets have been carefully curated to fit different lifestyles, filled with wholesome products that focus on health and wellbeing.  What’s more, they can be delivered safely and conveniently to your loved ones doorstep via orders on The Goodwill Market website. You don’t have to leave the comfort and safety of your home to send out healthy and high-quality gifts this Christmas.  The Goodwill Market is an online shop owned and operated by Dygen Pharma Distribution Corporation (DPDC), a subsidiary of Dyna Drug Corporation. Its mission is to make premium brands more accessible to Filipino consumers with online orders and fuss-free delivery. “This is a very valuable e-commerce service especially as everyone stays safe inside their homes” says DPDC General Manager May Panganiban. “Our gift packages contain a wide selection of health and wellness products that are sure to add

Christmas Feast Ideas That You'll Love

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There are two traditional feasts that Filipino families often look forward to during Christmastime: the Christmas Eve Noche Buena and the one that follows on the 25th itself, which is often held as part of a festive family reunion. Either way, expect those in charge of preparing the dishes to pull out all the stops to serve the most delectable food on the table for everyone to enjoy.  And if that happens to be you, chances are high that you already have some recipes in mind to make each of these feasts a gastronomic delight to remember. They might even be all-time family favorites, or even hand-me-downs from your great-great grandparents. Having said that, it certainly wouldn’t hurt to learn a few more recipes just to keep things fresh and put something different on the table for Christmas. Two that are guaranteed to make you look like Master Chef are Meatballs in Black Truffle Sauce and Three-Cheese Truffle Macaroni and Cheese. The recipes are as follows: Meatballs in Black Truffle Sa

The Goodwill Market Delivers Perfect Presents This Season of Giving

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Gift-giving is made simpler with the goodies that have been bundled up for easy delivery by The Goodwill Market. Choose from a wide array of wholesome treats that have been packed into perfect presents to fit any lifestyle. Delivery is also hassle-free as your orders can be delivered directly to friends and family, to help you stay safe at home as you shop for the holidays.  The Goodwill Market is an online shop owned and operated by Dygen Pharma Distribution Corporation (DPDC), a subsidiary of Dyna Drug Corporation. Its mission is to make premium brands more accessible to Filipino consumers with online orders and fuss-free delivery. DPDC General Manager May Panganiban says, ““This is a very valuable e-commerce service especially as everyone stays safe inside their homes. We have carefully curated our gift packages, which contain a wide selection of health and wellness products. You can also curate your own gift boxes from our selection of products that are on the website, for your cor

Filipino Bloggers Network holds 10th Annual Thanksgiving Party

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It was a decade ago when the Filipino Bloggers Network (FBN), one of the most active Philippine-Based community of bloggers and influencers in the country, held its first-ever Thanksgiving Party in a hotel in Quezon City.  This coming December 12, FBN will hold its 10 th Annual Thanksgiving Party virtually to reacquaint with fellow members around the country and reminisce 120 months of challenges and cheers; 3,650 days of networking; countless stories and priceless memories.       Although the gathering will still be online just like last year, FBN members anticipate the annual get-together as an opportunity to make new friends and catch up with old pals they have not seen for a while, not to mention the chance of winning some exciting prizes from the games and raffle draws. Representatives of different PR groups and brands will also grace the event to personally thank members of the online community who have supported them in the past years.    FBN currently has around 2,000 members

Pantene Pumps Up the Salontastic Experience for Malag-KATEs This Holiday Season

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  The holidays are officially here! It’s that time of the year again where reunions are held as festive traditions are celebrated with your loved ones.  Aside from it being the season of love, joy, and peace, it’s also the time for positive change. What better way to celebrate and welcome the positive holiday mood than when you look your Salontastic best and without a hint of being a malag-KATE with oily, sticky, greasy, and frizzy hair? Your Salontastic Journey Starts with Pantene Stay Salontastic throughout your holiday celebrations with the new Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Conditioners that now also come in 480ml pump bottles! You can now experience consistent smoothness that's inspired by salon treatments in each pump, and after every use with the Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Conditioners. Dryness and damage are no match to the Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Collagen Repair Conditioner that transforms each strand to visibly healthy, shiny, and strong Salontastic hair. Leave frizz, stubborn,

Allianz Ride Safe: Making cycling convenient and safer in the Philippines

  Allianz PNB unveils new bikeyard at the heart of BGC December 2021, Manila Philippines - Hellish traffic, the need for greater mobility, and greater health consciousness have combined to drive the growing popularity of biking in the Philippines. The number of bikers grew at the height of the Covid-19 lockdowns when bicycles were one of the few allowed modes of transportation, but Filipinos have kept pedaling on even with the restrictions lifted, having discovered the innate joys of biking. Whether it’s to go to the office, to do chores, or to discover Metro Manila’s hidden wonders, biking is definitely here to stay.   With the growing two-wheel movement, calls for improved biking infrastructure and education in Metro Manila have been made to make cycling safer. Stepping up to meet the demand, Allianz PNB Life has unveiled a new place for bikers in the heart of Bonifacio Global City.   Located along 28th Avenue, Lane O, The Bikeyard is an environmentally-friendly place for people to m

GCash and PNP nab "Love Romance" scammer

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  GCash and PNP nab "Love Romance" scammer GCash, the country’s no.1 mobile wallet app, together with the Regional Anti-Cybercrime Unit Cordillera of the Philippine National Police-Anti-Cybercrime Group (PNP-ACG), has uncovered and arrested the individual behind a Love Romance scam. Suspect Racel Guno allegedly swindled money from multiple chats using a fake Facebook profile named “Carter Gudson Gudson”. The latest victim was said to have transferred P84,927 to Guno’s account. After the transfer, the victim was blocked on Guno’s fake Facebook and Messenger accounts.   By working together closely, GCash and the RACU COR implemented the Warrant of Arrest issued by Hon. Isagani G. Calderon, presiding judge of RTC First Judicial Region, Branch 8, La Trinidad Benguet issued on February 4, 2021 that resulted in the successful arrest of Guno in her condominium in Parañaque City.  Following this incident, GCash reminds its users that they can better protect their GCash accounts by fo

All Sogo Staff Fully Vaccinated

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Good news! All employees of Hotel Sogo natiowide were fully vaccinated. Rest assured that staying in the hotel is good and safe as always. Hotel Sogo's New Normal campaign with the theme "We are fully vaccinated, Para kayo ay ProtekTODO" promotes that all Hotel Sogo staff have completed two jabs of vaccine to secure the safety of its guests as early as July 2021.   "We have 41 branches nationwide and five more upcoming branches. There are thousands of employees working in all our hotels, and their safety is important to protect our guests. We are really grateful that our staff is fully vaccinated," said Sue Geminiano, Hotel Sogo Marketing Manager. Hotel Sogo management is committed to their employees' welfare. They also believe that getting the vaccine is a simple way to bring us closer to life, feeling normal again and worry-free. Hotel Sogo takes care of their staff as a family as well as their guests. "I can say that the 11 anti-Covid innovations tha

Lacson to reduce poverty through education

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  Senator Panfilo “Ping” Lacson’s Edukasyon Plus will provide free education to young people and institute a government internship program where they will receive a P5,000 monthly allowance. Senator Panfilo “Ping” Lacson plans to solve the country’s serious poverty problem by providing more people the opportunity to get an education. In his latest video, the presidential aspirant, who has battled government corruption throughout his career in public service, points out that many young people are forced to drop out of school because of the need to help their families and because being in school is  proving to be a heavy financial burden. Thus, they remain mired in poverty because without a good education their prospects are limited so they often have to settle for jobs that do not pay much. Lacson believes that the key to solving country’s poverty problem is education. He will launch an innovative Edukasyon Plus program if elected President that will provide free education and institu

Mega Global celebrates 3rd National Sardines Day with successful Mega Bigay Sustansya Program, business updates and first-ever Mega Sardines Piso Sale

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As the Philippines marks this year’s National Sardines Day, Mega Global Corporation, the company behind Mega Sardines, the leading sardines brand in the country, honors it through a program that supports undernourished children nationwide, even as it focuses on innovations and expansions that will help drive the company move forward.  Mega Global Celebrates 3rd National Sardines Day To add more meaning to the National Sardines Day Celebrations, Mega Global showcased its various initiatives that would help elevate not just the Philippines’ sardines industry, but the economy and people’s lives as well, at a roundtable event held on November 23 to kick off the celebration of the holiday on the 24th. Alongside this, it has also shared the successful results of the Mega Bigay Sustansya Program, which was done in partnership with Reach Out Feed Philippines (ROFP), reflecting its deep malasakit for Filipinos.  Marvin Tiu Lim, Michelle Tiu Lim-Chan, Chris Fernandez, executives of the Mega Glob

Mickey & Minnie Mouse goes local with ‘Mickey Go Philippines’ at SM Supermalls!

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  Disney’s most-loved iconic characters Mickey and Minnie Mouse have delighted the hearts of many across decades, and this year SM Supermalls and Disney have teamed up to launch the Mickey Go Philippines collection at The SM Store, featuring a range of merchandise with a Pinoy twist! What’s more, SM and Disney have planned a surprise virtual party for Mickey and Minnie on their birthday this November 27, and we’re expecting you to join us! Be among the first to get exclusive Mickey Go PH merchandise! Get first dibs on adorable Mickey and Minnie collectibles from clothes and footwear to tote bags, pillows, tumblers, kitchen appliances, and more! Mickey Go PH and Mickey & Minnie classic merchandise will be available at the live selling events on: November 18 at 1pm-2m via Toy Kingdom’s official Facebook page November 24 at 1pm -2pm via The SM Store’s official Facebook page  Join Mickey & Minnie’s first virtual surprise birthday party! After you’ve shopped to your heart’s content

Mega Prime and Prime Mom Club help mothers have a Paskong Easy Sarap with its holiday workshop

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Manila, Philippines; November 13, 2021 - There’s no better time to go all out in celebration than Christmas. With family members coming together to celebrate what is the most loved holiday of the year, our Prime Moms are always looking forward to making it the most memorable celebration ever.  All over the world, it is known that the way we celebrate Christmas in the Philippines is truly unique, and some may say that Paskong Pinoy is the best. As such, we want to help make Filipino moms shine even brighter this season by going back to our roots by creating twists on well-loved Pinoy handa and decor. Mega Prime and Prime Mom Club made this happen by organizing the Paskong Easy Sarap workshop, which offered moms new recipes and a DIY holiday decor that will surely make for a memorable Christmas.  Headlining the event is Mega Prime’s newest products Young Corn, Nata de Coco Ube, Melon and Pineapple, added into new and exciting recipes by some of our favorite Prime Moms-- Mommy Connh Cruz,

Crime-buster and corruption fighter

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  Senator Panfilo "Ping" Lacson Senator Panfilo “Ping” Lacson is relying on his record as crime-buster and corruption fighter to win him the presidency. This is evident in his video advertisement https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yv_HZnGnsow ) that highlights some of his major accomplishments as a senator and former head of the Philippine National Police (PNP). Lacson plans to expand these initiatives as president and bring the government closer to the people. His main advocacy is to give more power to local government units that are closest to the citizens and understand the people’s needs best and are in a better position to respond to their problems more effectively. The senator’s campaign underscores his efforts to prevent public money from being lost through corruption. His careful and detailed scrutiny of the national budget has saved the country P300 billion. Lacson proved his strong opposition to the pork barrel that had become for legislators a major perk of thei

ENCHANTED HOLIDAYS AT SM CITY NORTH EDSA

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  Sparkly lights of silver and gold, surrounded by the most bewitching greens… Christmas has never been this enchanting for one to see... Celebrate your most magical Christmas yet, only at SM City North Edsa’s Enchanted Holidays!  Here are some of the enchanting surprises that await our beloved shoppers: 1.  ENCHANTED CHRISTMAS TREE Featuring a grand 45-feet Christmas tree, embellished by elegant botanical species, The Block Atrium has transformed into an Enchanted Garden, towered by a large Victorian greenhouse, offering a freshly instagrammable walk-through experience for families to enjoy. Capture the experience with FREE Instax prints & 4R prints from FUJIFILM.   2.   SM MALLS ONLINE EXCLUSIVES Shop from anywhere and enjoy a 15% OFF in-app exclusive at SM Malls Online. Choose from trusted brands and grab this deal when you order exclusively from SM City North Edsa.  3.    GIFT MARKET Start ticking off your gift list with SM City North Edsa’s Gift Market, featuring gift bundle

Celebrate the joy of Christmas together at SM

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The most awaited season of the year is coming and I can't hide my excitement as I  visited the nearest SM Malls in my place. This year, SM has lots of surprises to all The most awaited season of the year is coming and I can't hide my excitement as I  visited the nearest SM Malls in my place. This year, SM has lots of surprises to all mall-goers and for sure they're going to happy and feel the Christmas vibes when they strike a pose to the majestic and decorative design of the centerpiece of each mall nationwide. Yesterday, I've got a chance to visit SM Megamall. Very enchanting and faboulous! Every corner is worth it and instagrammable. A Mega and bright 2021 indeed! Cheers! Christmas may be different from years past, but the meaning behind this season remains. Although the pandemic has forced us to downsize our traditionally large Noche Buena gatherings, we have hope in better days ahead that will allow us a merrier celebration – the blessing of once again being able t

InLife prioritizes office safety and employee wellness during the pandemic

Health and safety are top priorities for the Philippines’ largest Filipino insurance company, Insular Life (InLife). Since the pandemic started, the company has strictly enforced the protocols mandated by the government and recommended by health organizations against COVID-19.   From making sure that all its offices and facilities are cleaned and disinfected three times a day to seeing to its employees’ vaccination and mental health concerns -- InLife has been earnestly practicing and promoting measures to help the country in keeping COVID-19 from spreading. “InLife actively takes part in the government’s drive for national healing. We are thankful to our local government units (LGUs) for their vaccination program for workers.  We also continue to do our share to ensure a safe environment for our employees as well as for our policyholders who visit our offices,” InLife Executive Chairperson Nina D. Aguas said. At InLife offices across the country, there is a daily health check

InLife prioritizes office safety and employee wellness during the pandemic

Health and safety are top priorities for the Philippines’ largest Filipino insurance company, Insular Life (InLife). Since the pandemic started, the company has strictly enforced the protocols mandated by the government and recommended by health organizations against COVID-19. From making sure that all its offices and facilities are cleaned and disinfected three times a day to seeing to its employees’ vaccination and mental health concerns -- InLife has been earnestly practicing and promoting measures to help the country in keeping COVID-19 from spreading. “InLife actively takes part in the government’s drive for national healing. We are thankful to our local government units (LGUs) for their vaccination program for workers. We also continue to do our share to ensure a safe environment for our employees as well as for our policyholders who visit our offices,” InLife Executive Chairperson Nina D. Aguas said. At InLife offices across the country, there is a daily health checklist

Embassy Whisky Endorsement Came at the Right Time for Alden Richards

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  Cheers...Alden Richards as the newest brand endorser of Embassy Whisky. After being in the entertainment industry for 10 years, Alden Richards is ready to take on more challenging roles. The actor, who has received praise for his movie and TV work, revealed that he is on the chapter in his career where he wants to portray more mature roles. This is why, he said, joining the Embassy Whisky family came at an opportune time. “When you get an offer to work with a liquor brand, you don’t just say yes. You alsohave   to  weigh  if   it’s   the   time for  you,   and   if  you’re mature   enough to   handle   andrepresent the brand,” Alden confessed. “Partnering with Embassy Whisky is one of mystepping stones in transitioning to a more mature Alden Richards.” Chilling With Embassy Whisky  Currently busy preparing for his role in the new GMA drama series, ‘The World Between Us’ and a return to his hosting duties on ‘Eat Bulaga’ and ‘All-Out Sundays’, Alden shared that he still finds time to