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UNIQLO highlights Today's Classics with Fall Winter 2022 Collection

Japanese global apparel retailer UNIQLO redefines what classics are with the launch of its Fall/Winter 2022 collection. Dubbed Today’s Classics, the new collection of LifeWear is filled with wardrobe staples that have been reinvented to adapt to the needs of today’s lifestyle. “There is a reason why our LifeWear pieces such as the tweed jacket, trench coat, or cashmere sweater are loved through the years. They are designed well and effectively serve their purpose. UNIQLO, however, believes that even these classics can evolve with the times. That’s the inspiration behind this season’s collection,” says Geraldine Sia, UNIQLO Philippines’ COO. For Fall/Winter 2022, UNIQLO has designed warmer and lighter jackets, water-repellent coats, and knitwear made using WHOLEGARMENT technology. Emphasizing sustainability, this new collection features denim that requires much less water during production and jackets and fleeces made from recycled plastic bottles. Here are some of the highlights of

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Shopee delivers bigger, more rewarding experiences with 9.9 Super Shopping Day

Driven by its goal of serving Filipinos wherever they may be, Shopee continues to deliver ease and convenience for all through its highly-anticipated double-day sales. With the upcoming 9.9 Super Shopping Day, the start of its year-end shopping season, Shopee gives everyone much to look forward to with a new community-building project, the greatest selection of deals, entertaining activities, and exciting prizes. Win a Shopee-sponsored community project for your barangay Beyond offering the best deals through its double-day sales, Shopee continues to work towards utilizing its resources and technology to help underserved communities across the Philippines. Specially crafted to welcome the start of the 9.9 Super Shopping Day, Shopee has launched Barangay Shopee, the newest initiative under its Shopee Bayanihan CSR program, where users can win a sponsored community project for their barangay, such as a new basketball court, multi-purpose hall renovation, and public school supplies.  F

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Acer shares Earthion sustainability mission milestones on Acer Green Day

As environmental issues are becoming increasingly pressing, Acer is urging more partners and suppliers to join forces in reducing harmful impacts on the environment and save valuable resources by transitioning toward a circular economy. With the growing number of natural disasters around the world triggered by climate change, constructive and collective action is needed to address the pressing issues. Concerted actions are necessary as they can greatly amplify the positive impacts made on the environment. According to the Thomson Reuters Foundation, efforts in climate and nature issues in 2022 will need to be redoubled to slash carbon pollution accumulated from this decade, in a bid to maintain the 1.5 degrees Celsius warming ceiling and minimize the harmful impact of climate change on the planet and its inhabitants. Understanding the urgency of the matter, Acer calls for more businesses to join the green movement and shares the progress of its environmental sustainability efforts, ac

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Shopee continues its pursuit of upskilling young tech talent through the Ultimate Case Challenge

This August, Shopee Philippines will be launching its first-ever Ultimate Case Challenge, a business case competition open to Filipino undergraduate students from across the globe. Finalists of the competition will get the chance to win up to ₱50,000. Throughout the duration of the case challenge, each team consisting of 3-4 members will be asked to pitch their own unique ideas and solutions to a real-world challenge included in a business case brief. Karen Perez, Head of People at Shopee Philippines, said, “We’re thrilled to support Filipino tech talents from all over the world by providing them with opportunities to develop their skill set. Through the business case competition, we aim to hone their analytical and process improvement skills, preparing them to be proactive problem solvers in the fast-paced tech industry. We hope to inspire a new generation of talents who will continue to drive the tech industry forward.” Apart from the opportunity to put their skills to the test, te

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Acer rocks MOA Arena with SB19, Parokya Ni Edgar for Acer Day 2022 The Green Mark Concert

Acer Day 2022 ambassadors, led by P-pop kings SB19 performed to a huge crowd at the SM MOA Arena but what made the event even more special is that the Acer Day 2022: The Green Mark Concert was for a good cause—to help save the environment. The event was a huge success and made the good kind of noise from start to finish. #AcerDay2022 trended locally and worldwide on Twitter and has over 2.4 million views on TikTok! Instead of selling tickets to the concert, Acer enjoined fans to do sustainable acts, such as buying products from Acer’s sustainable line, Aspire Vero; donating to GreenEarth Heritage Foundation, and collecting cleaned, washed, and dried plastic waste and dropping them off at The Plaf, a social enterprise that recycles plastic. The Acer Day 2022: The Green Mark Concert raised ₱1.38M for the GreenEarth Heritage Foundation and 20 metric tons of plastic waste compensation for The Plaf. The phenomenal group SB19 opened the show strong with Acer’s song “Live It Up”, followed

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Be ready to discover bigger things with your first e-wallet, GCash Jr.

Ready, Set, G! Great news for kids and teens who can’t wait to have their very own GCash account! To give young Filipinos a safe and secure cashless payment channel and a fun digital experience, GCash, the country’s leading mobile wallet, introduces GCash Jr., the newest e-wallet in the GCash app for minors aged 7 to 17 years old! With the GCash Jr., young users can access a host of digital financial services along with exciting offers such as exclusive fandom deals, gaming vouchers and discounts, premium access to their favorite shows, music, and so much more in a trendy user interface made just for them! The new GCash Jr. lets youngsters learn how to be financially aware and responsible at an early age while still pursuing their passion and doing what they love -- whether it’s gaming, music, shopping, and more. Kick-starting their digital financial journey, GCash Jr. has designed an easy dashboard to access GCash’s convenient features such as online payments and Pay QR for their K

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GOMO launches 'Mo Creds donation drive for Abra quake victims

GOMO, the country’s first fully digital telco and lifestyle app, is encouraging its unstoppable community to help victims of the deadly quake that struck Luzon on Wednesday. Staying true to its “untelco” brand, GOMO’s fund-raising activity will run from July 31 to August 31, 2022 through ‘Mo Creds, a game-changing feature where users may convert their No Expiry Data for lifestyle vouchers or to support a worthy cause. Under the quake relief program, customers can swap their No Expiry Data for donations via ‘Mo Creds: 1GB for a P10 donation, 5GB for P50, and 10GB for P100.   To donate, visit the ‘Mo Creds screen on the GOMO app and select the Call & Text tab, choose the preferred amount, and confirm the transaction. GOMO will pool all donations at the end of the campaign and split them equally among its partner organizations: the Ayala Foundation, the GMA Kapuso Foundation, and Rise Against Hunger Philippines. “We’re doing this campaign to raise awareness and support the desire of

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So much flavor to savor from a big burger like Jollibee Champ

Now more than ever, Filipinos are looking for a meal that can completely satisfy them and their cravings, especially when those cravings get extra big. Nothing quite satisfies big appetites than a good, meaty burger—and for Filipinos who pride themselves as burger fans, they want something that’s big on both flavor and size. After all, nothing less can hit the spot when there’s a lot of hunger to beat. That’s why for those looking for a burger that can check all those boxes, nothing does it well than the Jollibee Champ, which is still the best choice around when it comes to big burgers. That’s because the Champ’s got that famous and iconic 1/3 pound patty made with 100% pure beef that fans love, topped with mouthwatering tomato, lettuce, and cheese, sandwiched in between soft and delightful sesame seed buns. All of these ingredients come together to bring you a big burger with a big flavor to savor as you enjoy Jollibee’s premium big burger offering, as can be seen in Jollibee's lat

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Marian Rivera's tips and picks for homemakers this Shopee 7.7 Mid-Year Sale

Upgrading your home isn’t always easy. And with having so many options but with limited time and budget, sprucing up each space can be a challenge. But take it from Shopee Primetime Queen and hands-on homemaker Marian Rivera, whose tips on home design and budget-friendly must-haves will help guide you as you do home improvements without breaking the bank. Always set a budget Even with her current superstar status, setting a budget for everything is still an important aspect for Marian especially when buying her essentials for home and living. And just like most of us, Marian also looks out for the best deals on Shopee! As for her tip to new homeowners? Marian shares: “Always look for a peg. In that manner, mas makikita mo kung ano yung kailangan mong bilhin, kung anong kulang. [Always look for a peg. In that manner, you’ll see exactly what you need to buy and what’s still missing.]” And for 7.7, you can maximize your budget and enjoy shipping discount vouchers, 10% off daily, and ₱4

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First-ever Untold Stories at Night film festival shows that films can be shot with just a smartphone

Samsung celebrated Filipino filmmakers at the first-ever Untold Stories at Night, a festival that screened short films shot using the Galaxy S22 Ultra, last June 17 at the BGC Arts Center in Taguig. Samsung tapped five of the country’s top directors and #TeamGalaxy Ambassadors to create original short films, which ranged from romance to science fiction. Pepe Diokno’s ​​Siargao: Day and Night is a story of resiliency and triumph after Typhoon Odette. The beautiful island recovers from the typhoon, bringing life and nightlife back to the town. Sinag tells the story of Rafael, who dreams of performing in his town’s only bar. He decides to defy all rules and performs against all odds. The film is directed by Noel Escondo and Tristan Cua of Mobile Filmmaking Philippines, a community of filmmakers. In Mikhael Red’s Lumina, the titular character is a young girl who books a ride to another galaxy when she is pursued by darkness. Lastly, Samantha Lee’s It was a love story (after all) fol

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