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MyTown Auckland dormitory opens its doors to yuppies

MyTown, a co-living dormitory brand, has opened its newest building to date in Makati City. Situated at Harvard Street nearby Kalayaan Avenue in Makati City, MyTown Auckland is the 14th building made by MyTown alongside Philippines Urban Living Solutions (PULS), the country's largest rental housing provider. The residential building comprises of 325 beds, and offers a number of amenities like an open air cinema, canteen, gym, and a yoga area offering an overlook of the Manila Golf Club. A laundromat and supermarket will be open soon. With the newly-opened dormitory, MyTown now has a portfolio of over 3,300 beds by the yearend, a result of its unique market approach which is making a hit among corporate and millennials. MyTown and its rental brand PULS were launched in 2012 in order to narrow the market gap in affordable urban housing. From taking surveys and finding out its results, MyTown developed the first demand-driven real estate concept in the country. The company aims to reso

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Power up with the delicious and healthy Vitasoy Classic!

From working the entire day, to doing groceries, and even making time for gym workouts or hanging out with friends, living a hectic and active lifestyle may take a toll on your stamina. Help boost your energy throughout the day with Vitasoy Classic. Vitasoy-Universal Robina Corporation (VURC) offers Hongkong’s well-loved soy milk drink to suit everyone’s on-the-go lifestyle. The nutritious answer to consumers’ snack time needs, Vitasoy Classic is a great-tasting beverage made from high-quality soybeans that are free from cholesterol and genetically-modified organisms (GMO). It is packed with the right nutrients and protein to power you through your hectic daily schedule. Vitasoy Classic is low in saturated fat, making it an ideal refreshment choice for fitness and wellness enthusiasts who want a healthy drink to accompany their diets. It is also lactose-free and packed with Protein. Whether you’re craving for a quick snack in the morning or looking for a tasty treat in the mid-afte

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Connext pushes for paperless policy with Miss Earth

Thirty gorgeous Miss Earth candidates join Connext Insurance Agency, an emerging and innovative insurance provider, and FPG Insurance, the major player in the general insurance industry and leader in motor insurance coverage, in pushing the envelope to move toward ‘paperless’ insurance policy during an event at The Viridian in Greenhills, San Juan City. The event was graced by the Air Group of Miss Earth candidates including Miss Earth Philippines bet Celeste Cortesi who is very positive for a back-to-back win. FPG Insurance Ortigas Branch, headed by Ms. Rowena Cuaresma, takes pride in having Connext Insurance Agency as its top producer and among those who find exciting ways to promote safety and insurance through various channels such as the Miss Earth pageant. Meanwhile, Connext President and General Manager Jonathan Ramirez shared with the ladies and members of the press his vision of moving insurance towards not only to a more efficient business process but also an environment-fr

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Enjoy cable TV, Netflix and YouTube with Sky On Demand

The viewing experience of SKY subscribers receives a boost as SKY launches its all-new SKY On Demand box that enables access to HD cable TV and streaming from Netflix, YouTube, and its very own online streaming service for subscribers, SKY On Demand – all from the same box. With the SKY On Demand box, subscribers can enjoy premium channels like HBO, Cinemax, Fox Sports, Food Network Asia, and Discovery channel, as well as exclusive channels on SKYcable like Cinema One and Metro Channel on their TV. Meanwhile, when they want to enjoy shows on either Netflix or YouTube, they can easily switch to their preferred platform with just one press of a button via the built-in access on the remote control. On top of this, subscribers can catch up on their favorite local and foreign cable shows using the SKY On Demand app on the new box. SKY’s latest product shows that the company is putting in effort to address the evolving entertainment needs of subscribers who have a strong preference for wat

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FWD, Humanity & Inclusion unite to help young PWDs

FWD Life Insurance, together with its partner Humanity & Inclusion (formerly known asHandicap International), celebrated the beginning of the Forward Together project which aims to help young people with disabilities find employment opportunities in the Philippines and beyond. Through the regional partnership initially announced by the insurer in the first half of 2018, both organizations will work towards advocating equal opportunities and empowering people with disabilities in Asia. With FWD Group investing USD 1million, the Forward Together project will train at least 380 youth with disabilities in the Philippines and Indonesia and help them secure sustainable employment or business opportunities. “FWD Life Philippines aims to end the stigma that disability corresponds to inability,” FWD LifePhilippines President and Chief Executive Officer Peter Grimes said. “Through our partnership with Humanity & Inclusion, we hope to provide a platform for people with disabilities to showcase

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Top design, lifestyle brands take spotlight at Manila FAME

Now on its 68th edition, the country’s premiere trade platform for exports and design, Manila FAME, will gather the country’s best micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) on October 19-21, at the World Trade Center Metro Manila, Pasay City, Philippines. Limitless possibilities abound in Manila FAME 2018 The bi-annual trade show will continue to stand as a blank canvas for the country’s skillful artisans, providing a platform that nurtures creative freedom among entrepreneurs. It showcases the distinct design imprint of the Philippines to the global audiences. For its October 2018 edition, Manila FAME will anchor on the shades of off white and ivory, the palest pinks and skin-toned hues. These soft colors are basic, discreet, timeless and classic. The perfect base that leaves plenty of freedom to add more. “To emphasize the teeming ingenuity of local designers and entrepreneurs, Manila FAME serves as a springboard where they can explore their imagination. This will help us take

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Uratex unboxes TRILL: Mattress in a Box in PH

Uratex recently launched in the Philippines TRILL: Mattress in a Box, the first-ever high-quality and versatile mattress in a most creative packaging. Using advanced, innovative technologies, it even has a plush side and firm side that can be switched in one easy flip to suit different desired levels of comfort.  The product launch was graced by executives and representatives from Uratex, together with special guests Mikael Daez, Megan Young, Pat Sugui, and Josef Elizalde. The new TRILL: Mattress in a Box is conveniently packaged in an 18" x 18" x 42" box, complete with comprehensive manual and tools for easy unboxing and setup. The premium mattress is ideal for people who live in limited spaces like condominium units. TRILL: Mattress in a Box comes with a combination of quality foams that ensures exceptional comfort and durability through the years: TrillTex - Designed to provide plush comfort, this layer with a latex feel easily adapts to the movement of the body and provides out

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Watch the latest seasons of The Flash, Supergirl on HOOQ

HOOQ, the largest video on-demand service in Southeast Asia, ushers in Arrowverse: The Next Wave this October to DC Comics fans with the launch of the latest seasons of top-rated U.S. TV series The Flash and Supergirl packed with complete box sets available to fuel your binge-watch experience on multiple devices – anytime, anywhere. “Fans of Hollywood can always count on HOOQ to deliver the latest Hollywood entertainment!  Our customers get a bang for their buck as they enjoy blockbuster movies and exclusive day-and-date series releases direct from Hollywood. We are all very excited to catch the latest seasons and have been counting down to them!” said Jennifer Batty, Chief Content Officer of HOOQ. HOOQ is the only streaming service in the Philippines to offer these DC Comic series same day as the U.S. release and customers can kick start their action-packed October with the complete seasons of the Arrowverse—The Flash, Supergirl, Legends of Tomorrow, and Arrow. “We are thrilled to

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Freeniversaya concert: highlights and sidelights

Since opening the doors of the digital life and rewards to users three years ago, freenet today continues to give access to the most exciting rewards and experiences to its users this time  through a one-of-a-kind digital concert extravaganza dubbed FREENIVERSAYA: A FREEnet Concert.    In celebration of the 3rd anniversary of freenet, Voyager Innovations’s free Internet and rewards platform, freenetizens were given free and exclusive access to an evening of music, prizes, and celebration at the SM Mall of Asia Arena last September 20. Concert-goers jammed to the hits of the country's biggest OPM artists today: Bamboo, KZ Tandingan, Moira Dela Torre, Shanti Dope, Gloc-9, Ben&Ben, and Hashtags, while Kaladkaren Davila and Luis Manzano brought the more saya by giving away lots of freebies and prizes to the thousands of fans in attendance.  “We'd like to thank all the loyal and passionate freenet fans who joined us during the Freeniversaya: a FREEnet concert! This was a spectacular opportu

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Microsoft, HomeSpace360 make real estate more digital

Everyday, we see or hear how technology is revolutionizing various industries. From AI, machine-learning, to blockchain, digital technologies are changing the world as we know it. And Microsoft is making sure its partners are equipped to drive innovation in this age of digital transformation. Microsoft sees its partner’s success as its own and is squarely focused on delivering a true, two-way partnership with its partner network. It continues to build on a foundation of trust, collaboration, and growth to help its partner companies deliver cutting-edge technology to millions of customers. It’s through this ecosystem that Microsoft helps its partners innovate, grow, and differentiate their businesses across all industries…including real estate. Real estate in the Philippines, like in the rest of the world, is a valuable commodity. In 2015, final results of the 2015 Annual Survey of Philippine Business and Industry (ASPBI) showed that a total of 4,826 establishments in the formal secto

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