New ways of working in urban areas demand for socially and physically distanced meetings, conference calls, consultations, transactions and purchases. On a lighter note but likewise heavy on the need for better internet is the obligatory catch up on movies, podcasts, and TV series to unwind; as well as school lessons and necessary downloads to fulfill school and work requirements. In rural...
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Globe’s relentless modernization of its network has made it possible for its 5G technology to be available to more customers in more areas in the country.
Recent upgrades made in the last two months of 2020 have made the latest technology available in at least 848 sites in Metro Manila and Rizal and 183 locations in Visayas and Mindanao. Several parts of Cavite, Laguna and...
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The year 2020 was a challenging one but it also made Filipinos realize the most important and meaningful constant in life – FAMILY and HOME. As the nation looks forward to a hopeful start of new year, PLDT Home wraps up 2020 with a collection of inspiring narratives that attested to the strength of Filipino families and the learning experiences that prepared each one for a better year...
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Samsung enhances the home experience with products like Samsung Bespoke 4 Door Flex, 110 inch MICRO LED, and JetBot 90 AI+. Continuing sustainability efforts, Samsung announces Galaxy Upcycling at Home and expansion of eco packaging for TV products in 2021
Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. shared its vision for the future at the 2021 Consumer Electronics Show (CES). The company...
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The JetBot 90 AI+ cleans your floors with innovative navigation technology, while Samsung’s washer dryer pair take the guesswork out of laundry.
Today at CES 2021, Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. introduces innovative new home appliances that can help automate daily tasks. The new JetBot 90 AI+ features smart technologies that optimize its cleaning route and respond to its...
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It’s the customer who usually calls when assistance is needed, but Globe is transforming the way it serves its customers by being the one to call when they have concerns that would need help from a customer service agent.
Globe has accelerated its shift to digital platforms to continue to support the needs of customers in the new normal. It has developed GlobeOne, Globe At Home...
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As mental health issues rise due to isolation, fear, and worries that accompany the current pandemic, it becomes necessary to make it easier for the public to access mental health support services whenever and wherever they need them.
Thus, HOPELINE, the 24/7 suicide prevention and crisis support desk of New Good Feelings (NGF) Mindstrong, partnered with telehealth service integrator...
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ABS CBN solidifies its stature as the Philippines’ leading content producer for both news and entertainment on digital after receiving its second Diamond Creator Award from YouTube.
ABS CBN News received last November a diamond play button, which is given to creators that reached 10 million subscribers. It hit the mark last August and now has 11 million subscribers and over 6.7...
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This Yuletide season, GoWiFi shows its support for medical frontliners by giving free unlimited internet access to different hospitals nationwide, providing the hardworking staff the opportunity to connect with loved ones and to stay energized and positive throughout their long days and nights.
Designed to help the modern day heroes #StayConnected with their family and friends and...
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Following the campaign’s success for frontliners, leading mobile services provider Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) and Shopee, the leading e commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan, are teaming up for Shopee Bayanihan: Pamaskong Pambata for CRIBS Foundation.
“We are happy to support this Pamaskong Pambata effort with Shopee, to help...
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ABS CBN will remain “together as one” in offering light and joy to Filipinos all over the world in 2021 through the new shows, movies, music, and concerts it will produce and release next year on multiple media platforms, as revealed in last Sunday's (December 20) trending “Ikaw Ang Liwanag at Ligaya: The ABS CBN Christmas Special 2020.”
Among the new programs...
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Partners were recognized for their innovative solutions that positively transform customer experience and solve business challenges
Last week, Microsoft Philippines held its 2020 Partner Awards, as part of a global circuit that recognizes Microsoft’s partners for their outstanding, innovative efforts to positively impact customers every year. This year’s awardees...
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This Christmas, UNICEF Philippines’ Goodwill Ambassador, Gary Valenciano, and National Artist for Music, Ryan Cayabyab, are coming together to invite everyone to help more children by donating to the UNICEF Basket of Hope.
To show his support for the campaign, Cayabyab gave permission to use excerpts of the Christmas song “Paskong Walang Hanggan” co written with Jose...
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NVIDIA researchers have achieved a data augmentation breakthrough, enabling their AI model to emulate artwork from a small dataset from the Metropolitan Museum of Art — and opening up new potential applications in fields like healthcare — helping to create cancer histology images to train other AI models.
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As Filipinos face a largely different Christmas season this year, it doesn’t mean that we celebrate the Yuletide season with less enthusiasm, hope and optimism. Despite the challenges of the pandemic and its impact on our daily lives, Filipinos will always find a way to be with the family, loved ones, friends and colleagues whether just across the streets, in the provinces or on the...
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More network builds and site upgrades are underway as Globe pursues its ambition to build a #FirstWorldNetwork.
In Marikina, Globe installed two new cell sites and 146 sites were upgraded to fulfill the telco's commitment to have 4G everywhere.
Digital connectivity is the way to cope, better yet, prepare for disasters in this often hit area. Marlon Llamson of Barangay Tumana...
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The holidays are just right around the corner, which means everyone is gearing up to buy their yuletide staples. Fortunately, stocking up on essentials is now easier and affordable, with PureGo, a new online grocery shopping platform created with 917Ventures, the largest corporate incubator in the Philippines, and Puregold, one of the leading supermarket chains in the country.
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Users eagerly snapped up deals, peaking at 1 million items sold in a minute
Shopee, the leading e commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan, wraps up the year end shopping season with a record breaking 12.12. On December 12, 12 million items were sold in the first 24 minutes and at its peak, one million...
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“Hi, I’d like to check my data usage.”
“As of December 11, 2020, you have 9.2 GB left out of your 10.0 GB data allowance. Your data allowance will refresh on December 31. Is there anything else I can help you with?”
Most of the time, customer support inquiries are directed to live agents. Today, chatbots are reshaping the way...
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Celebrating the brands worth remembering from a year we’ll never forget
2020 has been a year of disruption and disconnect across economies, industries, and communities. For marketers, 2020 proved to be a more challenging year as disconnect is a rampant theme all throughout. Campaigns, events, and creative shoots had to be moved online, postponed, or cancelled, setting...
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The start of the academic school year proved challenging for students, parents, and educators. After years of face to face interactions in classrooms, everyone had to adjust by going online. This has placed great pressure on everyone involved, especially when connectivity issues begin to impact the overall learning experience. To address this crisis, a growing list of learning institutions...
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2020 has been a challenging year for all of us, but now more than ever, we need to feel the spirit of Christmas in our hearts. Now is the season to kindle the warmth of caring, friendship, kindness and concern to those around us.
This Christmas, SKY invites its subscribers to share ideas on how they can #BeTheSpark of hope and joy to others, and bring inspiration, light and love this...
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ABS CBN’s well loved and award winning current affairs programs are back for a second run, this time to serve the digital audience via the ABS CBN News website (news.abs cbn.com).
ABS CBN News recently launched “Current Affairs Throwback,” a new section on the website that features episodes from various ABS CBN current affairs shows. The videos are posted for viewing...
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Filipinos came to Twitter to find connectivity and togetherness in a year like no other
Whether it’s working from home, learning remotely, or social distancing, everybody’s life has changed in 2020 and people have looked for comfort wherever they could find it. People come to Twitter for a sense of connectivity, togetherness, and encouragement; and in 2020, this...
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These days, it’s not just the right ambiance and a stable internet connection that are needed to be productive and efficient. The importance in investing in reliable and powerful devices is also essential for today’s various learning needs. Whether it’s learning from a distance, connecting from afar, or pushing the limits of multitasking, Samsung’s line up of Galaxy...
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Catch Ayala Malls S.T.A.G. (Stylish Trends for Ayala Malls Gents) on Facebook!
Mineski Philippines, the largest esports company in the country, is now working with Ayala Malls to bring a fun online experience to mall loving bachelors and gamers through S.T.A.G. (Stylish Trends for Ayala Malls Gents)!
S.T.A.G. is a two hour live show hosted on...
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Limitless Life Series EPISODE 1: https://www.instagram.com/p/CF3Er48gBXH/
#TeamGalaxy ambassador Hideo Muraoka ensures that his health and productivity are prioritized even at home. Through the “Limitless Life” series, he shares how he keeps in shape, while still managing to stay productive. Here are some of his...
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In the spirit of staying at home and staying healthy, Vitasoy recently launched Vitasoy Milky Town, an online hub where you can discover entertaining and informative content about Vitasoy Plus Milky. Visitors can enjoy a milky adventure with the website’s various recipe tutorial videos and fun games, and even win prizes in the weekly raffle draws.
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Can’t get enough of K drama but hate the struggle of watching on your mobile? With Samsung’s latest partnership with Viu, never miss any detail and swoon over your favorite oppas on a bigger screen.
Starting December 1, 2020, every purchase of select Samsung Smart TVs comes with a free 1 year premium subscription to Viu, the country’s top provider of K drama shows.
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Heart Evangelista shares with us how we can make our loved ones’ important moments more special despite the pandemic
Heart Evangelista. With her many talents and all that she has accomplished in and out of showbiz, perhaps unknown to many is that she’s also quite down to earth, with a sweet and soft spot for her loved ones. Even with all the uncertainties that we...
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DKFZ, King’s College London, Mass General, NVIDIA, Stanford and Vanderbilt adopt MONAI open source AI framework for imaging.
the Medical Open Network for AI, a domain optimized, open source framework for healthcare — is now ready for production with the upcoming release of the NVIDIA Clara application framework for AI powered...
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Just over 125 years ago, on Nov. 8, 1895, the world’s first X ray image was captured. It was a breakthrough that set the stage for the modern medical imaging industry.
Over the decades, an entire ecosystem of medical imaging hardware and software came to be, with AI startups now playing a key role within it.
Today we’re announcing the NVIDIA Inception Alliance for...
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Christmas is fast approaching and yet, the realities of celebrating the holidays with a pandemic can be difficult for most Filipino families today. Despite this, the desire to enjoy our usual holiday activities and observe cherished local traditions remain strong in many of us. After all, the true spirit of Christmas is about hope, joy, and the eternal anticipation of good tidings.
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Pru Life UK reaffirmed its commitment to digital health with the webinar Telemedicine: Accelerating Access of Filipinos to Quality Universal Health Care. Held on November 24, the second installment of the Healthscape PH Dialogue Series under PRUWise Webinars brought together key stakeholders to discuss the latest developments in digital and mobile health, telemedicine, the Universal...
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Since the start of lockdowns and community quarantine, organizations across all sectors saw the need to keep their employees safe from contracting COVID 19 while ensuring business continuity. This led to the adoption of new, flexible working setups, such as working from home, as part of the ‘new normal.’
Adapting work from home protocols, however, can be a challenge...
Having a back up internet plan is a way to avert the costs of sudden loss of internet connectivity of one’s primary internet plan. This is the basic entrepreneurial advice that Chinkee Tan, a financial coach, author, motivational speaker, and entrepreneur, lives by.
“As an entrepreneur or homemaker, we cannot afford to lose our internet since we cannot miss...
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Pru Life UK, in partnership with the European Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines (ECCP) and the British Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines (BCCP), is set to conduct the latest edition of PRUWise Webinar’s Healthscape PH on November 24, 2020 at 10 am via Zoom.
In line with the company’s advocacy on mobile health, the webinar, themed “Telemedicine Accelerating...
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ABS CBN has merged its two streaming platforms to provide entertainment, news, and information to Filipinos wherever they are in the world as it launches the bigger and better iWantTFC, the first Filipino subscription based streaming service available globally.
iWantTFC, which is available through the web on iwanttfc.com and on iOS and Android apps, allows users to choose from...
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A typical Pinoy Christmas is not complete without two things: family and traditions. While this year’s celebration may be different from what we are used to, as long as the family is together, tuloy pa rin ang Pasko ng mga Pilipino. Traditions such as yearly gift giving, caroling, and movie marathons, on the other hand, have to be done in new ways due to current limitations.
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The current global health crisis has highlighted the value of virtual health through telehealth, telemedicine, or remote patient monitoring. Due to lockdowns and community quarantines, healthcare organizations, ranging from large hospitals to small independent physicians, are now adopting telehealth systems to continue providing services to their patients.
Recognizing the advantages of...
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Globe announced that it has partnered with twelve time, eight division world champion, Manny Pacquiao, as its brand ambassador. The partnership is in line with the telco's position to stay closer to its customers who are reeling from the impact of the pandemic and the current economic downturn.
“Manny is the epitome of a true global Filipino, a homegrown talent who rises above...
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With the recent opening of classes for public schools, the shift to distance learning poses a challenge for both teachers and students. Aside from navigating this new way of learning, they also have to think about where to get devices such as laptops and tablets they can use for classes, and of course, access to a reliable home internet connection.
Under its WiFi2TEACH program in...
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With the advent of technology, people have taken their schools and businesses across different devices. Whether they are back in the office or continuing to telecommute, work fluidity is of great importance for people as they explore convenient and efficient ways to fulfill their day to day tasks.
One of the most pivotal things when it comes to work operations is having access to a...
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Thanks to technology—our silver lining amidst this global pandemic—we were able to digitize everyday activities to manage our lifestyle shift.
Now, even the most mundane yet essential tasks such as grocery shopping have transitioned online to service the needs of every household in the easiest and safest way possible. MetroMart, the leading grocery shopping app in the...
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Two retail giants are working hand in hand to provide a convenient and safer shopping experience for Filipinos.
The global health crisis might have altered our lifestyles and adjusted even the simplest of our day to day routines, but online platforms have been rapidly innovating to improve the quality of life during these unusual times. One key platform is MetroMart, the leading online...
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“TV PATROL,” NOW STREAMING WORLDWIDE ON YT & FB, LIVE AND ON DEMAND
Filipinos worldwide will now have free access to “TV Patrol” and other ABS CBN news programs on YouTube, Facebook, and various ABS CBN digital platforms.
ABS CBN’s flagship newscast anchored by “Kabayan” Noli de Castro, Bernadette Sembrano, and...
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Extending help to our customers, families and communities affected by Typhoon #UlyssesPH. Here are the ways #OneGlobe is providing relief and response.
Special product offers will also be extended to our affected customers.
Customers may also help by donating via Globe Rewards and GCash. Simply download the Globe Rewards app at
Runners now have a chance to quench their thirst to complete a marathon even in the new normal sans the crowds and throng of other runners as SKY presents the third and final leg of the RUNRIO Trilogy Run Asia Virtual Run happening from November 28 to December 12.
In a virtual run, participants can run the distance they registered within their neighborhood or even on a treadmill at...
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Converge ICT Solutions, Inc., the country’s fastest growing pure end to end fiber internet service provider, continues to ramp up its customer support services through outsourcing from FBC Asia Pacific and Pilipinas Teleserv, Inc, among its partners. Despite the challenges the pandemic has brought many industries, Converge ICT continues to forge ahead in its expansion. Along with it is...
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New survey reveals that online consumers prefer cashless in the new normal
The #StayAtHome period made 78% of Filipinos on Twitter go online to purchase products
Twitter, as the go to place for #WhatsHappening in the Philippines, is a hotspot for conversations around the latest buys and online shopping sprees. Along with this is the evolution of how consumers behave and what they openly share regarding their buying habits. These insights can help...
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Globe is giving free unlimited calls and texts to Globe/TM for three days to all its prepaid customers in Catanduanes, Albay and Camarines Sur to help them get in touch with their loved ones. The three provinces are among the hardest hit by Typhoon Rolly.
Globe Prepaid customers will also get 50MB for surfing while TM users can enjoy 50 texts to all networks. Likewise, Globe Prepaid/TM...
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Samsung crafted the Galaxy Z Fold2 5G to empower users to be just as determined, flexible, and confident as the smartphone itself. The latest premium device unfolds more ways to juggle different roles now more than ever.
Built for Broadening Horizons
The Galaxy Z Fold2 5G’s delicately refined UI elevates the overall user experience quality. When folded...
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The Galaxy Note20 Series is crafted for multi hyphenates who want to be on top of their game. For these individuals, being able to seamlessly switch between work and play means being able to control and optimize their lives.
Galaxy Note20 Series ambassadors Catriona Gray, Erwan Heussaff, Bianca Gonzalez, and Gino Quillamor believe that there are numerous ways to power through work and...
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Samsung recently partnered with Rockwell Land to launch the Samsung WindFree™ 4Way Cassette with air purifying panel, across Rockwell workspaces in Metro Manila.
This new air conditioning system is the first in the Philippines to use WindFree™ technology in the workplace. Now equipped with air purifying panel, the Samsung WindFree™ 4Way Cassette System is designed to...
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Contrary to what others may think, today’s “new normal” when it comes to learning and working from home is not just about choosing the right computer or the fastest internet connection.
There is still the need to print since Learning from Home (LFH) or Working from Home (WFH) is not entirely and purely 100% digital or virtual.
For students, there are learning...
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Training courses now available to all merchants on the Lazada University portal and small businesses in Southeast Asia on the Grow with Google website
Google and Lazada today announced free training courses for online sellers that will equip them with digital skills and help their businesses grow. Ahead of the busy holiday shopping season, the partnership aims to provide small...
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Kicking off with Kim Chiu’s “U Turn”
ABS CBN Films allows Filipino moviegoers worldwide to finally watch newly produced local movies on digital, cable, and satellite TV in the safety of their homes while most cinemas remain closed due to the pandemic risk.
It has partnered with streaming platform iWantTFC and digital site KTX.ph to reach Filipino...
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Even though there aren’t any real Halloween parties this year, that doesn’t mean you can’t celebrate the spookiest holiday at home! For those who still want to make the most of Halloween, there’s always a way to have fun at home—especially with the help of digital tools like PayMaya.
Here’s how you can still have a good Halloween...
Various industries in the Philippines are already on their slow but steady path to recovery and that includes the education sector. Despite the compromises and major changes made in the educational system to navigate through the now normal, the Department of Education (DepEd) has successfully opened classes for SY 2020 2021.
“DepEd recognizes the challenges of the school year...
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Due to the global pandemic, nearly two thirds of companies have moved half or more of their employees to telework. Sixty two percent of employed Americans, for example, say they have worked from home during the crisis, with the number of remote employees doubling between March 13 and April 2 of 2020, and this is not just a temporary change. Nearly a third of all organizations with remote...
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Restrictions in the new normal disrupt time tested systems and processes. One of which is how people usually manage and grow their money through a bank visit, use of an ATM, and access to cash heavy transactions. For Philippine Savings Bank (PSBank), the thrift banking arm of Metrobank Group, doing money related transactions while stuck at home is an opportunity for account holders to...
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CIMB Bank Philippines today announced that it has partnered with San Francisco based customer analytics and engagement platform MoEngage to drive its digital customer engagement strategy.
MoEngage’s platform will be leveraged to enable seamless, multi channel engagement for the bank’s individual and enterprise banking customers across the country. The bank’s mobile...
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The COVID 19 pandemic has underlined the crucial need for connectivity like never before. For underprivileged communities, access to internet connectivity — or the lack thereof — determines whether demands of the new environment, such as distance learning and remote working, will be met by families belonging to these communities.
In line with its continuous efforts to make...
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Shopee users can anticipate guest appearances from Kris Aquino on TV and Shopee Live, a special charity drive, and a brand new TV commercial.
Shopee, the leading e commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan, introduces the Queen of All Media, Kris Aquino, as its new brand ambassador for the Shopee 11.11 12.12 Big Christmas Sale. Together with Kris Aquino, Shopee...
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Safer and more convenient contactless payments made more accessible
Filipinos can now conveniently add money to their PayMaya accounts at the nearest Ministop store, making going cashless much easier in the New Normal. Through an expanded partnership between digital financial services leader PayMaya Philippines and the popular...
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Amid the current pandemic, there has been an increase in cyberattacks targeting hospitals and healthcare facilities as cybercriminals attempt to take advantage of the global health crisis to steal data or spread dangerous malware.
The World Health Organization (WHO), for instance, has noted that since the onset of the current pandemic, it has seen a dramatic increase in the number of...
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Reports on data breaches and cyberattacks have increased significantly ever since more students and employees are working from home than ever before. . As classrooms have gone virtual in the Philippines, this school year means more laptops and tablets instead of backpacks and bus rides.
With schools kicking off the 2020 2021 academic year this October, many parents are wondering how...
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Most watched YouTube channel in the Philippines…
ABS CBN Entertainment’s YouTube channel marked another major milestone by becoming the first YouTube channel in the Philippines to hit 30 million subscribers, as Filipinos worldwide continue to watch fresh new episodes of ABS CBN shows, exclusive interviews, and original digital shows on the channel.
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The Union Bank of the Philippines (UnionBank) and Lazada Philippines launch its newest offer – the UnionBank Lazada Debit Card, the country’s first eCommerce Debit Card. Created with the avid online shopper in mind, this debit card aims to make each online shopping transaction smooth and more rewarding for customers. Powered by UnionBank’s superior digital banking...
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As part of a regional ASEAN initiative, SAS raised funds through a Work from Home exercise where the company donated a quantum in correspondence to the number of steps SAS Philippines employees had taken.
The Philippines SAS team used these funds to procure and donate the SAS Care Centre – A fully equipped medical tent outfitted with technology equipment and furniture for...
Fate whispers to the warrior, ‘you cannot withstand the storm.’ The warrior then, whispers back, ‘I am the STORM.’
This quote from an unknown author has been lurking around the internet for years. Though its origin remains a mystery, it has touched and inspired many lives as it perfectly summarizes the bravery, resilience, and success of...
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Half a year into the pandemic, staying at home has become the new normal. Most of the activities you’ll engage in, whether for work or for leisure, will be confined to the four corners of your home. However, just because you can’t go outside doesn’t mean you have to compromise. Working from home, or relaxing after a long day, doesn’t have to be a drag. In the new...
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The pandemic has fully disrupted healthcare in the Philippines. Thousands nationwide are unable to visit medical centers given the risks, the social distancing measures in place, and even the lack of transportation available. As such, Ayala Healthcare Holdings, Inc. (AC Health), the healthcare arm of the Ayala Group, and 917Ventures, a wholly owned corporate incubator of Globe, are urging...
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Get the most out of every moment with the next generation Galaxy Ecosystem devices. The Galaxy Note20 Series, Buds Live, Watch3, and Tab S7 and S7+ aim to transform work and play while putting focus on well being in today’s environment.
A Galaxy of Interconnected Devices
The Galaxy Note20 and Note20 Ultra are designed to...
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To honor the bayanihan spirit of Filipinos and help support sari sari store owners, Universal Robina Corporation (URC) launched its BayaniJuan Caravan.
Until October 11, 2020, the BayaniJuan Caravan is visiting several barangays in Manila to offer Baker John, Robina Farms products, Great Taste, C2, Payless and other URC products with discounts.
Sari sari store owners can save...
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Fans will get a chance to enjoy live performances from over 150 creators and artists from Asia Pacific, alongside special appearances from international YouTube stars
YouTube is delighted to announce the first ever virtual YouTube FanFest, presented by Globe and Piattos. Featuring over 150 creators and artists from across the region with special appearances from global YouTube stars...
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PLDT Enterprise, in its aim to continuously support the local education sector amid the global pandemic, extends e Learning solutions to Trinity University of Asia (TUA) to support its online learning initiatives for the upcoming academic year.
Steadfast in providing solutions to make digital learning manageable, PLDT Enterprise deploys 3,000 lines of SMART Giga Study plans to TUA.
Admittedly, our perception of love — how to love, who to love, when to love — has been influenced by all sorts of stories and tropes we see on the big screen and read in novels. In a landscape dominated by straight leads, Globe Studios releases a powerful love story to show the queer community that their own aspirational love stories are also meant to be told.
Globe...
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StaySafe.ph now has an advanced QR code scanning and digital logbook features that can be utilized by various establishments and companies for their respective health check to help them protect and keep their employees, customers and visitors safe.
StaySafe.ph generates a unique QR code for each establishment, such as malls, restaurants, corporate buildings, transport facilities and...
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Kalaro a digital esports platform, will be launching on October 12, 2020. It will be Asia’s fist fully integrated end to end Esports online platform that was created by an internationally experienced team of Filipino tech experts.
The AsiaGroup.com Inc. officially announced also its alliances from top corporate brands namely National Computer Systems (NCS) of Singapore, ERNI from...
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A heartbreaking story of unrequited love told through a musical will captivate K Drama fans as “Do You Like Brahms?” is now streaming on VIU.
New and existing SKY Fiber subscribers can add VIU Premium to their plan at no added cost through SKY Fiber’s First 3 months On Us promo to enjoy the latest episodes every week, ad free!
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New analysis reveals the number of children living in multidimensional poverty – without access to education, health, housing, nutrition, sanitation, or water – has increased by 15 per cent since the start of the pandemic
The number of children living in multidimensional poverty has soared to approximately 1.2 billion due to the COVID 19 pandemic, according to a...
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Holcim Philippines will roll out its SFCrete road repair solution outside Metro Manila to help partners lessen disruption from rehabilitation of busy urban thoroughfares.
Leading cement manufacturer Holcim Philippines, Inc. is planning to make available its one day concrete SuperFast(SF)Crete outside the National Capita Region to support contractors looking to...
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Nowadays, virtually everything can be done in the comforts of your home, with the help of the internet. From doing the groceries to loading your mobile phones all can be done at home, given the advent of online stores and grocery applications.
Customers of Puregold have been saying goodbye to the hassle of long queues with the Puregold Mobile App powered by Globe Telecom. Launched at...
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SKY Fiber subscribers will soon find themselves deeply immersed in strange but alluring new worlds as HBO brings a line up of thought provoking and masterfully–crafted originals via HBO GO, including “Lovecraft Country,” Ridley Scott’s “Raised by Wolves,” and “The Third Day.”
Those who have read Matt...
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Despite our current situation, we still look forward to celebrating this month with lots of surprises! For this year, the digital celebration comes in many forms, each focusing on making customers more productive, entertained, and delighted.
The most awaited G Chance the Raffle
Globe’s biggest raffle of the...
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The Australian New Zealand Chamber of Commerce (ANZCHAM) signed a Memorandum of Understanding with UNICEF, on behalf of the SaferKidsPH Consortium, to help address the online sexual abuse and exploitation of children (OSAEC) in the Philippines. SaferKidsPH is an Australian Government Initiative that is implemented in partnership with Save the Children Philippines, The Asia Foundation, and...
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Along with many other industries that have been affected by the pandemic, the education sector has been on an uphill climb to steadily provide quality learning experiences to their students wherever they are.
Emilio Aguinaldo College is one of the learning institutions in the country opting to utilize technologies to implement e Learning for its students. To aid the said effort, Emilio...
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Anticipation is high among viewers as this year’s the 72nd Emmy Awards will be held virtually for the first time because of the ongoing pandemic. The awards show will air live on September 21 at 8 AM (PH time) and will have a pre awards show at 7:00 AM and a primetime encore at 8:00 PM on FOX Life on SKYcable. Producers of the show assure their guests and audiences that this will be more...
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COVID 19 has magnified the existing gap of Filipino’s nutritional needs. According to the latest Fill the Nutrient Gap – Philippine Summary Report of the World Food Program, one third of Philippine households couldn’t afford a diet that meets their nutritional needs.
Capital One believes in empowering its associates and creating a long lasting, positive...
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With the ongoing global pandemic, academic institutions have been tasked with the difficult challenge of creating a workable solution to educating today’s youth while taking into account their safety and security. De La Salle University (DLSU) is among institutions committed to providing top quality education to students amid the current crisis and shift to e Learning.
Recently...
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ABS CBN extends its digital innovation into children’s virtual world as it launches Just Love Kids, an online hub that will be up and running starting this Friday (September 11) to support parents in teaching their kids and reinforce values relevant to Filipino families.
Just Love Kids is a one stop shop interactive platform nested within the ABS CBN...
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Globe has partnered with the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) in offering free data access to the agency’s online learning portal for Globe and TM customers in line with the government’s thrust to provide quality educational resources to teachers and students, especially under current circumstances.
PHL CHED Connect, https://phlconnect.ched.gov.ph, was developed by...
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The enterprise arm of Globe Telecom, Globe Business, collaborated with Cascadeo to support Radiowealth Finance Company, Inc. (RFC) in its journey towards a digitally transformed future. The latter sought the assistance of Globe in managing its existing Amazon Web Services (AWS) cloud infrastructure using Cascadeo’s Managed Services...
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ABS CBN’s websites may currently be inaccessible to some users today (Sep. 3) due to a technical problem detected early this morning.
While we have resolved the issues and restored the sites, some users may still encounter problems but should be able to access them within the next 24 hours.
We are working with our partners in investigating the cause of the incident.
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Ordering from your favorite food brands for your meals while quarantined at home has become the norm for most. But to make your ordering experience not just convenient but also rewarding, PayMaya is offering double cash back when you order from select food brands via the Facebook Messenger chatbot and pay using your PayMaya account.
From now until...
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YouTube, in collaboration with media partners, launches Super Stream in the Philippines to give free access to some of the country’s favorite video contents across a variety of genres for a limited time.
Every week from August 30 to September 26, YouTube fans can watch over 300 hours of binge worthy contents including local blockbuster movies, hit shows, romance...
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PHINMA Education, a fast growing network of schools in Southeast Asia, recently partnered with Globe Telecom to provide mobile data to selected schools in its system as part of its FlexLearning@PHINMAEd program. Students in PHINMA Araullo University in Nueva Ecija and PHINMA Cagayan de Oro College will benefit from the project.
“Education must continue regardless...
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With most of the country still on community quarantine, a lot of families are spending their time watching their favorite tv shows, videos, and online content, making quality entertainment devices such as smart TVs, an essential in Filipino homes.
Samsung, the Global No. 1 TV for 14 years, has been coming up with products that are laden with technology driven features, to provide...
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With more businesses transitioning to work from home schemes given the ongoing global pandemic, ePLDT Inc. introduces its latest cloud service called ePLDT Virtual Desktop to help businesses and employees simplify remote work while remaining secure and economical.
Part of ePLDT Cloud’s portfolio, the Virtual Desktop solution enables simplified and secure remote management of...
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ABS CBN solidifies its digital transformation with another milestone as ABS CBN News reaches 10 million subscribers on YouTube.
Now on its tenth year on the video sharing platform, ABS CBN News continues to be the most subscribed Filipino news channel, serving viewers worldwide with live streaming of top news programs such as “TV Patrol” and “The World Tonight,”...
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As the high octane basketball action of the NBA goes underway in the commencement of the highly awaited 2020 Playoffs, Filipino fans got a taste of what they’d been missing out on in the first ever NBA Republika Playoffs Party.
Held last August 17 on Facebook Live, the NBA Republika Playoffs Party is the latest result of the long and fruitful partnership between Gatorade and NBA...
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As Filipinos continue to work and learn from home, HP Inc. in the Philippines has launched a useful guide of tech etiquette rules to ensure that customers and partners make a seamless transition to a fully remote working environment.
“Having worked from home for over 11 weeks now, much like you, virtual meetings and printing at home have become embedded as part of my daily life...
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The SM Store, in collaboration with PLDT, introduces its nationwide hotline number #14376 (I♥SM) to support the store’s Call to Deliver service, as part of continuous efforts to provide a better customer experience for shoppers.
The SM Store’s #MyNumber hotline is powered by PLDT’s expansive fixed line network that will allow customers to dial the hashtag sign...
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While everyone is still advised to stay at home, working out can be a challenge especially for fitness enthusiasts, (and couch potatoes), who need to stretch those muscles but has no equipment.
For others, buying online can be a great option but, honestly, having these tools can be heavy on the budget. So, why not try these easy, no equipment workouts to get you moving and...
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ABS CBN is turning to digital events as it holds the first digital fan conference this weekend to mark the finale of the online series “Hello Stranger” via KTX.PH.
The online ticket portal, also known as KTX, now provides Filipinos with access to online entertainment experiences as big live events are prohibited due to the COVID 19 pandemic.
The upcoming fan...
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More often than not, a celebration in the Philippines is not complete without a karaoke machine. For Filipinos, this bonding activity creates lifelong memories with friends and loved ones. However, due to the pandemic, such social and mass gatherings are temporarily restricted to prevent further spread of the virus.
With the exclusive partnership with WeSing, Globe and TM customers can...
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Visa, the world’s leader in digital payments, has launched Where You Shop Matters to encourage consumers to support local businesses while helping SMEs to go digital following the onset of COVID 19. The initiative is part of Visa’s broader small business strategy and follows commitments the company has made to support 10 million small and micro businesses in the Asia Pacific, and a...
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ABS CBN gears up for another digital venture as its premier record label, Star Music, which introduces its YouTube channel for children’s learning called TuTuBee.
Star Music seeks to provide educational yet fun content in the new channel intended for young viewers and help fill in their learning needs now that they should remain in the safety of their homes due to the risks of...
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With the shift to Modified Enhanced Community Quarantine, messenger delivery services will once again be limited. Despite this, Globe assures its customers that they will continue to receive their updated monthly billing statements, this time through digital channels. This way, Globe can keep customers and even messengers safe, preventing risks of COVID 19 infection caused by...
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The shift to online learning for the school year 2020 2021 imposes a lot of challenges to teachers, parents, and students alike. Among these challenges, ensuring children’s online safety is the most critical. As a matter of fact, the Philippines ranks highly when it comes to online risks for children. According to Georges Dizon from Globe Business Enablement and Training Group...
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PLDT Home partners with the National Basketball Association (NBA) to offer NBA League Pass, the league’s premium live game subscription service.
PLDT Home subscribers can now conveniently access NBA games and exclusive programs live and on demand for as low as Php 485 per month by charging their NBA League Pass subscription to their existing PLDT Home account.
Beginning...
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While the Philippine economy reels from the negative impact of the coronavirus pandemic with the easing of quarantine restrictions, the months long quarantine has created a chain reaction that led to many Filipinos losing their jobs and livelihood.
On March 16, President Rodrigo Duterte declared the entire island of Luzon with its population of 58 million under community quarantine to...
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The city government of Manila will be providing public school students with free access to online learning platforms under Globe’s BatangMaynilaSurf Plans. The telco giant also gave 11,000 LTE pocket mobile WiFi devices to the city for its public school teachers, as they prepare for the blended learning programs to be set by the Department of Education (DepEd).
Schools will be...
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Nowadays, there is one great reason for parents to invest in personal computers and household printers—learn from home.
And while there may be a lot of brands and products in the market to choose from, HP gives moms and dads the best reasons why they should pick the HP Smart Tank printers.
Print, copy, scan features
The HP Smart Tank 515 wireless...
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Life in lockdown has been a learning phase for everyone. The pandemic may have brought collective fear due to the uncertainty of the times but there remains a glimmer of hope in the small things that were used to be taken for granted. And as families take part in this universal experience, it is also in these moments that people gain a newfound appreciation for the things that truly matter to...
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A new journey begins for the country’s largest entertainment company
ABS CBN MAKES DIGITAL PIVOT, OFFERS MORE ONLINE STREAMING
From broadcast to live streaming, ABS CBN is pivoting to meet the Filipino audiences’ growing demand for content online with the launch of “Kapamilya Online Live.”
Three months after going off the air and...
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In spite of the limitations of the times, Universal Robina Corporation (URC) continues to reach out to communities in different and safest ways possible.
Recently, the food manufacturing company has been bringing its quality products closer to Filipino families all over Metro Manila through its URC community Mart.
URC utilized its food truck to make well loved goodies more...
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The internet has become the main source of any copyright infringement content, impacting people and businesses involved in the production and distribution of legitimate materials and exposing consumers to malware and other cybersecurity threats.
The problem is further exacerbated by the pandemic as people are cooped up indoors and have to rely significantly on streaming or downloaded...
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“It’s my 30th birthday.” “We’re celebrating our 10th anniversary today.” “Call me on 12345678,” “My address is..." “I love Blackie, my dog”. These statements might seem harmless but hackers are constantly on the lookout for any information posted online which can help them answer security questions and gain access to...
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For globally successful pop band, LANY, the Philippines will forever remain memorable because it is where they staged their first ever arena concert, at no less than the Smart Araneta Coliseum in 2018.
LANY frontman Paul Klein even tweeted “Best night of my life without a doubt. Thank you, Manila” after the sold out event.
Today, after dozens of crowd drawing...
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With community quarantine guidelines in place, families are expected to use the internet more as they stay safe at home. This puts them at greater risk for bullying, threats, and crimes. To help minimize the risk and promote responsible digital citizenship, Globe held the first Kids & Tech: Parenting in the Digital Age, an exclusive webinar that teaches families to become savvy consumers...
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Members of the NBA 2K Team Pilipinas were recently given recognition by top executives from PLDT and Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) in celebration of their topnotch performance at the just concluded FIBA Esports Open 2020, where they scored a 5 0 win against Indonesia.
This was the first international esports tournament sanctioned by FIBA. PLDT provided the Philippine team the...
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Abbott, a global healthcare leader, announced today that the FreeStyle Libre system, the world’s leading5 continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) technology, is now available for adults and children (ages four and up) living with diabetes in the Philippines, offering them more choice, and ultimately improving glucose control6.
Simple and discreet for those living with diabetes, the...
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Critically acclaimed films and programs are now widely considered as art, which deserve to be seen through an exceptional TV. Visual masterpieces by some of the world’s greatest artists are also now easily accessible at home, as part of your interior design, with Samsung’s The Frame.
Samsung hopes to inspire art enthusiasts, interior designers, and other tastemakers...
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As quarantine protocols begin to ease, most of the areas in the country have started moving on to life in the new normal. However, countless Filipinos are still reeling from the impact of the pandemic—and the lockdown that was implemented to contain it—on their livelihood. Many have suffered heavy losses in terms of income; some had no choice but to permanently close up shop.
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“A World of Married Couple” is sure to exhilarate avid viewers of Viu as it streams this month, along with other captivating shows.
One of the highest rated K dramas in 2020, “A World of Married Couple” delves deep into marital problems, small town culture, and complex family relationships. The story focuses on an accomplished doctor...
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One of the biggest priorities during this pandemic is ensuring that our families stay safe and healthy. Apart from following standard health measures like social distancing, online shopping has also been the go to of most consumers when it comes to purchasing essentials to limit their contact. But if you can't avoid going out to buy your day to day...
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