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Make your own facemask in a few easy steps!

In times like these when COVID-19 is affecting all of us greatly in every way, it’s more important than ever to not only be safe from disease and healthy, but also to be resourceful and practical. With the right tools and materials, it’s very easy to make your own basic protective gear. Did you know that with some spare cloth, a printer, and a sewing machine, you can sew your own facemask? Now there’s no need to worry about disposable facemasks—you can quickly craft your own for light everyday use and supplies of surgical masks can go to health workers and frontliners who need them more. Here’s what you’ll need: · Outer fabric (20cm x 80cm) · Inner fabric (20cm x 80cm) · Band (2m) · Printer · Sewing machine/sewing tools * The above measurements are good for three masks. * Soft-textured material, such as gauze, is preferable. * You can add your own embroidery or lace. SIZE CHARTSizeFinished sizeLength of ear bandFor babies (9 months – 3 years)8.5cm x 12.5cm29cm x 2 piecesFor

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#OneAgainstCOVID19: Donate to Philippine Red Cross, UNICEF, Caritas Manila, Oxfam Pilipinas, and others through PayMaya

Now you can donate to various charitable foundations and humanitarian agencies mobilizing relief and response efforts against COVID-19 through PayMaya's digital payments platform. The one-stop digital donation facility that can be accessed online or in-app is part of #OneAgainstCOVID19 drive that PayMaya launched with various partners to help raise funds for frontliners and the most vulnerable communities affected by the pandemic.  “In this time of great and urgent need, coming together in the traditional spirit of bayanihan becomes ever more important so that no one gets left behind. This #OneAgainstCOVID19 harnesses the power of collaboration and digital payments as we fight this global pandemic,” said PayMaya Founder and CEO Orlando B. Vea. By visiting the #OneAgainstCOVID19 page in the PayMaya website (http://donate.paymaya.com) or going to the Pay Bills section of the PayMaya app, Filipinos can choose from a variety of charitable organizations to support with causes that range f

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Telemedicine seen to assist in limiting spread of COVID-19 and decongesting hospitals

As the number of COVID-19 cases in the Philippines continues to escalate, the general public may take advantage of telemedicine services to avail of medical advice especially when staying at home or under quarantine. Maridol D. Ylanan, CEO of Global Telehealth, Inc. which runs KonsultaMD, said telemedicine is a viable alternative to visits to hospital emergency rooms which should be reserved for more critical situations. Moreover, through telemedicine, customers can have 24/7 access to doctors while ensuring that they are not at risk of getting or spreading any disease since there is no physical interaction with medical practitioners and other patients. “Telemedicine providers are here to give health advice.  KonsultaMD, for instance, has a team of doctors who are fully-equipped with the knowledge on how to deal with various medical concerns including COVID-19.  Through telephone triaging, the doctor can advise the customer whether they need to go to the hospital for further evaluat

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Pru Life UK goes beyond its core business of providing financial protection with the launch of Pulse, an all-in-one AI-powered h

Pru Life UK, a leading life insurer and the pioneer of insuravest, or investment-linked life insurance products in the Philippines, today announces the launch of Pulse, an all-in-one, first-of-its-kind digital app to offer artificial intelligence (AI)-powered holistic health management to consumers in the country. Through cutting-edge tools and real-time information, Pulse empowers consumers to take control of their health and wellbeing anytime, anywhere. “Since 1996, we have been committed to helping individuals and families in the Philippines secure their financial future. With Pulse, we are significantly expanding beyond our core business of providing financial protection, as well as working to integrate mobile digital health more deeply into the Philippine healthcare system,” says Pru Life UK President and CEO Antonio “Jumbing” De Rosas. “Across the globe, digital tools are paving the way for better quality, faster, and more accessible healthcare,” De Rosas continues. “These tool

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SAMSUNG changes the way you experience sound with the new Galaxy Buds+, now in stores!

The Galaxy Buds+ is Samsung’s latest wireless earbuds with dual dynamic speakers, delivering superior audio quality with rich treble and bass by acoustic specialists AKG. Talk time becomes smoother with the adaptive three-mic system that changes responses to reduce outside noise in varying environments while preserving voice quality, while the ambient sound mode controls how much can be heard from the surroundings without removing the earbuds. The Galaxy Buds+ also seamlessly connects to any Samsung and Android compatible device via Bluetooth. It is now also iOS compatible, with a dedicated Galaxy Buds+ app, enabling more users to enjoy an immersive audio experience regardless of what device they use. The earbuds offer long-lasting power that guarantees 11 hours of non-stop listening time on a single charge, which can be extended up to 22 hours when powered by the charging case. Three minutes of charging the Galaxy Buds+ is equivalent to one hour of playtime. It also supports wireless

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Teen Royalties Kathryn Bernardo and Daniel Padilla come back to share the many rewards you get when you “Don't Pay Cash. Pa

After more than a year of not being seen together on-screen, “Teen Royalties” Kathryn Bernardo and Daniel Padilla reunite for an action-packed project that sees them sharing the many perks and rewards of going cashless through PayMaya’s “BalikBayad” campaign. Serving as a follow-up to PayMaya’s widely successful “Don’t Pay Cash. PayMaya!” campaign last year which gave birth to a catchy video and jingle set to the tune of the hit ‘90’s Eraserheads song “Ligaya,” the “BalikBayad” campaign sees Kathryn and Daniel in action-packed scenes teaming up to beat a common foe–cash. Set as a typical ‘90’s action movie complete with guns, goons, and even the penultimate “Pinoy Kontrabida” in the form of Rez Cortez, the campaign video features the two young celebrities using the powers of PayMaya to tackle everyday transactions that are typically paid with cash, such as grocery shopping, paying bills, buying load, and online shopping, among many others. “We’re very excited to have KathNiel repres

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HP Delivers Lightness Rising to PH with New PC Innovations

HP Inc. introduced two PC innovations, bringing Lightness Rising to help Filipinos unleash their potential for freedom in work styles and lifestyles. Both CES 2020 Innovation Award honorees, the HP Elite Dragonfly, the world’s lightest compact business convertible, and HP Spectre x360, the world’s smallest convertible will fuel your passions, offer the freedom to choose how, where, and when you connect and deepen connections to those that matter.  “While young professionals today want to express their best selves through exclusive, premium, and immersive experiences, they are challenged by the need to create work-life balance while putting family first,” said Christian Edmond Reyes, Philippines Managing Director, HP Inc. “HP understands that you need to do your best for the world while achieving seamless integration between work and life. This is precisely why we designed the new HP Elite Dragonfly and the HP Spectre x360 to bring sustainable PC innovation that offers lightness, freed

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Shopee, McDonald's PH team up for Shopee 12.12 Big Christmas Sale

Shopee has partnered with McDonald’s for its Shopee 12.12 Big Christmas Sale. Happening until December 12, users can play Shopee Shake for a chance to win McDonald’s Shake Shake Fries and up to 12 million Shopee coins. Ruoshan Tao, Head of Marketing, Shopee Philippines, said: “We are thrilled topartner with McDonald’s to launch this new initiative with one of our most populargames, Shopee Shake. McDonald’s is popular in the Philippines and we are happy tospread fun and laughter by offering exciting rewards for our users during the festiveseason. We invite everyone to play Shopee Shake during Shopee 12.12 Big Christmas Sale to win Shake Shake Fries.” Christina Lao, Marketing Director, McDonald’s Philippines, said “We are excited topartner with Shopee to give lucky users a treat this Christmas season. Through Shopee Shake, we are able to engage our customers and offer them a fun experience to win Shake Shake Fries. This is the first of many initiatives we plan to have with Shopee and w

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PayMaya lets you get more out of your shopping deals this 12.12 sale

Giving is always better than receiving, especially during the holiday season. As you complete your gift list for family and friends this upcoming 12.12 sale, take your shopping game to the next level and receive more perks and rewards when you give more to your loved ones with the help of PayMaya.   This 12.12, take advantage of multiple cashback on top of the already awesome deals offered by your favorite brands both online and in-stores when you shop using your trusted payment buddy, PayMaya.   There are so many sweet deals to help you make the most of your Christmas shopping. To start off, you can enjoy a 1%, 10%, or 100% cashback when you spend at least P500 online or in stores using your PayMaya physical or virtual card. On top of that, you can also get an additional P150 cashback when you rack up an accumulated spend of P5,000.   Buying from your favorite online stores has its perks too! Skip the traffic and do your Christmas shopping online. Get 30% off at Lazada when you spen

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Get to your destination safe and secured with FWD

To those who love driving and going on long, spontaneous road trips, the open road, heavy with symbolism and full of promise, is an escape. The journey—highways stretching out before you, windows down, speakers up, wind in your hair—is often as rewarding as the destination. And you’ll feel that excitement, whether it be the thrill of a new adventure, like the classic Batangas road trip to cross a big item—in this case, diving—off your bucket list or the joy (only parents can relate to!) of driving your kids to their first day at a big school—fulfilling their dream and yours or that sense of accomplishment of finally setting up that Alabang office. But while weekend travelers, adventure junkies, and daily commuters have maybe perfected the road trip and weaving in and out of traffic, not everyone has their road safety skills down to a T. Are you making the necessary precautions when behind the wheel? Do you drive with focus at all times? Are you insured? Regardless if you’re cruising

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