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Ajinomoto SustainAbilidad Challenge dares Filipinos to have eco-friendlier homes

Ajinomoto Philippines Corporation (APC Group) recently hosted the Ajinomoto SustainAbilidad DIY Party via Facebook Live, featuring home improvements guru Engr. Jan Slater Young and Home Buddies founder Frances Lim Cabatuando as they launched the #AjinomotoSustainAbilidadChallenge. Netizens across the Philippines are invited to share their do-it-yourself (DIY) projects showcasing the 3Rs – Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle. Special prizes await ten participants with the most creative and practical sustainability projects. The contest runs from July 15 to September 15, 2021. “APC is committed to reducing its environmental impact and contributing to the development of a sustainable society with the company- and factory-wide initiatives to reduce plastic waste. We are also passionate about educating and enjoining the community to take an active part to reduce, reuse and recycle. This is why we are tapping into each Filipino household to start leading an eco-friendlier lifestyle, one sustainable

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Why Charlene Muhlach is always grateful for the gift of family

With the pandemic and the uncertainties happening in the world around us, it’s challenging to always stay calm and be positive. Sometimes it can feel hopeless even when you’re trying hard. But one thing stays unchanged: that our families will always be here to guide us, keep us sane and make us feel loved. That’s why Jollibee ambassador Charlene Muhlach expresses a lot of gratitude for her family. Everyone does their part and share to spread good vibes and happiness at home, and she’s especially thankful whenever her family manages to spend time together and bond despite their busy schedules. “I’m really just a family-oriented person,” Charlene says. “I’m grateful for their love and support for one another, spending time with them and being there for everyone is something I really value,” Charlene says. One simple way to thank our families for everything that they’ve done is through a hearty family meal. Bonding over delicious food together is always a great idea, as it’s a quick bu

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Santé welcomes Luis Manzano as official endorser of SweetVia

For over a decade, Santé has successfully positioned itself as a trusted industry leader in the Philippines, consistent in developing and distributing premier natural and organic health and wellness products and services. The company culminates the second quarter of 2021 as it formally welcomes Luis Manzano as the official endorser of SweetVia – a sweetener from a natural source with amazing health benefits.   SweetVia contains potent natural plant ingredients, such as Chicory Root Fiber Inulin and Stevia (Stevia Rebaudiana) - a safe and non-toxic herbal extract that aids in keeping blood sugar low. In both human and animal studies, the addition of inulin has been found to normalize blood lipid and glucose levels (Gibson & Delzenne). Also, it showed a reduction in food intake and decreased body weight. On the other hand, Stevia is an accepted sugar substitute that can contribute to weight management and improved caloric control. And unlike other sugary foods, stevia inhibits the forma

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Jollibee’s new Sweet Chili Chicken is now available!

Whether you identify as a millennial or as part of Gen Z, chances are your approach to food is the same: you like mouthwatering, exciting, and adventurous new experiences when it’s time to eat. It’s in our culture, too—as Filipinos and as Asians, we absolutely love spices on our food. Dishes being spicy is a guaranteed way to inject a solid and thrilling kick to the taste buds. And what more when they’re paired up with sweet flavors? That’s a winning combination right there for a lot of Pinoys. This is why Jollibee is spicing up Filipinos’ lives with the launch of the new Jollibee Sweet Chili Chicken, the next exciting chicken experience that’s a flavorful blend of sweet and spicy. It takes your favorite fried chicken and coats it with a delicious sweet chili glaze that delivers sweet, savory, and spicy flavors with mild hotness. “We know that Filipinos are always on the lookout for exciting new food experiences, and our new Jollibee Sweet Chili Chicken is sure to hit the right spot

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Up to P15M worth of prizes up for grabs at Shopee 6.6-7.7 Mid-Year Sale TV special

Shopee invites everyone to enjoy exciting deals, prizes, and performances at the Shopee 6.6-7.7 Mid-Year Sale TV Special, Shopee’s biggest TV Show to date. Filipinos can watch the fiesta-themed celebration, broadcast live from Araneta Coliseum, by tuning in to GMA-7 and Shopee Live on June 6, 2:00-3:30 PM. Until July 7, users can also enjoy free shipping, daily ₱1 deals, up to 20% cashback, and more at Shopee’s 6.6-7.7 Mid-Year Sale. Martin Yu, Director at Shopee Philippines, said, “Shopee welcomes the second half of the year with a bang as we launch the Shopee 6.6-7.7 Mid-Year Sale. We’re proud of all the milestones we’ve achieved in the first half of the year, and starting with this campaign, we look forward to reaching new ones. With our supersized 6.6-7.7 Mid-Year Sale and TV Special, Shopee aims to spread joy to Filipinos, cater to their needs, and remain a valued partner to our brands and sellers.” Here are the highlights of the Shopee 6.6-7.7 Mid-Year Sale TV Special: ⦁ Ove

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Sky Fiber subscribers get free 6-month access to AirConsole Hero

SKY and Swiss game developer, N-Dream lets SKY Fiber subscribers nationwide add gaming to their entertainment choices for the family as they are now entitled to six months of free premium subscription to AirConsole Hero starting May 18, 2021.    “SKY has decided to join AirConsole on its mission to bring happiness into every household. SKY, being an innovative company in the Philippine market and relentlessly searching ways to improve their offerings in terms of entertainment, it made a lot of sense to us to work together to provide these games to all its subscribers,” said Anthony Cliquot, Chief Operating Officer & Strategic Partnership Development of Airconsole.  The first of its kind in the Philippines, AirConsole will excite casual gamers as it offers multiplayer games and serves as an online cross-platform video game console that transforms mobile phones as gamepads and computer web browsers, Android TVs, or SKY Evo as the main screen.     AirConsole's edge over other online mu

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Jack ‘n Jill’s Lush Candy: An enjoyable reason to always leave room for dessert

Raise your hand if you feel that a meal is never complete without dessert! It always feels right to end a hearty family lunch or merienda with something sweet to satisfy your tastebuds. While this rings true for most people, some prefer sweets that they can munch on while working, studying, or playing games. Instead of enjoying a full plate, people can try out easy-to-eat sweets like Lush Candy, giving them the enjoyable taste of dessert in candy form. Jack ‘n Jill’s Lush Candy has a soft, chewy texture, which makes it a delightful treat for all ages. Kids will enjoy playfully chewing it as it melts in their mouth; while teens can make it their go-to dessert after every meal. It comes in two dessert-inspired flavors: indulge in the rich and luscious taste of Lush Chocolate; and the NEW Lush Strawberry Milk – the perfect combination of creamy milk, with the tangy sensation of juicy strawberries. It’s possible to enjoy dessert every day with a chewy, fun Lush Candy. For as low as a s

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Samsung Electronics expands its Galaxy upcycling program

Samsung Electronics has announced the expansion of its Galaxy Upcycling program with Galaxy Upcycling at Home, an initiative that gives new life to older Galaxy smartphones by converting them into a variety of IoT (Internet of Things) devices through a simple software update. Samsung has implemented the beta service for Galaxy Upcycling at Home in the US, the UK, and Korea today. With Galaxy Upcycling at Home, users can easily turn their old Galaxy devices into smart home devices like a childcare monitor, a pet care solution, and other tools that meet individual lifestyle needs. Make any home a smart home The Galaxy Upcycling at Home program provides enhanced sound and light-control features, by repurposing built-in sensors. Users can transform their old devices through SmartThings Labs, a feature within the SmartThings app. ⦁ Using an improved artificial intelligence (AI) solution, Galaxy devices can more accurately distinguish sounds in everyday surroundings, and users can choos

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Pru Life UK underscores women's health with breast cancer protection

Life insurer Pru Life UK has launched its latest health protection product designed for the independent and empowered women in our lives, the PRUHealth Prime - Select Breast Cancer, through Pulse, the company’s all-in-one health and wellness app. “This protection product, designed for the women in our lives, be it our mother, sister, daughter, daughter-in-law, or grandmother, goes a long way for less than P2 a day. With it Pru Life UK underscores women’s health by giving hardworking and caring Filipinas financial protection from breast cancer, currently the most common cancer among women in the Philippines and worldwide1,” shared Pru Life UK Chief Customer Marketing Officer Allan Tumbaga. PRUHealth Prime - Select Breast Cancer comes in two packages. A one-time premium of P150 provides a lump sum amount of P10,000 upon diagnosis, while a one-time premium of P425 offers a lump sum amount of Php 10,000 upon diagnosis and a guaranteed lump sum amount of P20,000 when undergoing mastectomy

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Samsung launches Neo QLED TV and expands Lifestyle TV lineup in PH

For decades, TVs were seen simply as a way to watch movies and shows. Today, TVs serve as home office or e-learning devices, gaming hubs, and even fitness tools. Samsung, the world’s #1 TV brand for 15 consecutive years, leads the evolution by offering consumers richer viewing experiences with the launch of its technology-driven Neo QLED line-up and expanded Lifestyle TV line, all with sustainability at top-of-mind. Neo QLED takes a quantum leap in TV display technology Samsung introduces a whole new display with the Neo QLED and its groundbreaking Quantum Mini LED light source. At 1/40th the size of conventional LEDs, the Quantum Mini LED allows for ultra-fine light control, deeper black levels, and brighter highlights to beautifully and accurately showcase image details whilst still reducing the likeliness of screen burn-in. The condensed size of its LED is also what allows for Neo QLED’s NeoSlim design – the 15mm infinity screen makes the TV seem bezel-less. For an even cleaner a

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