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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

PH's leading fashion brands join Shopee Fashion Week

Shopee joined forces with leading fashion brands including Bench, Silverworks, CLN, Watch Republic, Banana Peel, Avel Designs, and Unisilver to kick off Shopee Fashion Week. From 19 to 25 September, users can indulge themselves with up to 95% off men’s and women’s fashion categories including apparel, shoes, and accessories. Catering to the diverse fashion tastes of all Filipino shoppers, Shopee Fashion Week contains six themed collections namely Fresh Finds, Sneakerfest, Aegyo! Korean Fashion, Denim + Leather, Holiday Glam, and Accessorize. Featuring unbelievable deals starting from one peso, shoppers can save even more when purchasing their fashion essentials on Shopee. Shoppers can also look forward to the Everything Must Go flash sale on September 25, where the most in-demand fashion items will be available at unbeatable prices. Shopee Fashion Week will also mark the official launch of Bench, the top fashion brand in the Philippines, on Shopee Mall. To celebrate the opening, Benc

Shoppers can now use GCash to buy items on Lazada

Leading mobile money provider GCash teamed up with the number one online mall Lazada to provide a more convenient way of checking out your shopping cart. GCash users can now pay directly using their GCash wallet upon checking out. An existing user will just need to select GCash as the payment method, link their GCash-registered mobile number, and tap a button to confirm payment. The enrolled GCash account would then be saved as the primary payment method on future purchases, saving log-in times. To put money on GCash, a customer can go visit over 16,000 nearby GCash Partner Outlets nationwide, like 7-Eleven, SM Business Centers, Robinsons Business Centers, Puregold, and Villarica Pawnshop branches, and tell the cashier to cash-in to their GCash account. Cashing-in to a GCash account is free. Once funded, customers can now shop and checkout at Lazada. "Being able to shop online using the GCash App solves two problems, mainly providing access and convenience to consumers to shop onlin

Perk up with perfect coffee pairings at Tim Hortons

It’s all about coffee this September at Tim Hortons as the Canadian coffee chain brand spotlights everyone’s favorite morning brew. “We have always been known for our fresh sandwiches and baked goods and of course, our great coffee,” said Stephanie Guerrero marketing director of Tim Hortons Philippines. “For this month, we want to highlight the expertise that come with every cup of coffee Tim Hortons serves. Our coffee lineup will be the perfect companion to give you a boost throughout the day,” Guerrero added. There’s a whole ‘latte flavors’ to choose from to liven up your day with latte made from premium espresso or in its signature flavors of Vanilla, Chocolate, Caramel, and Hazelnut. Go classic with the smooth medium and balanced blend of Tim Hortons Original Blend Coffee made from expertly roasted 100% Arabica beans. Better yet, get two creams and two sugars to make it a Double Double or chill with a classic with our refreshing Iced Coffee. Tim Hortons goes through great lengt

Coca-Cola stages Coke Studio Homecoming in PH

There are many things that make us feel at home - laughing and spending quality time with our favorite people, munching on our go-to comfort food along with a refreshing drink, or even listening to a song that brings back precious memories. When we return to where we feel valued and accepted, when we’re reunited with the things and the people we love, when we look gratefully at our past experiences both good and bad, and when we remember the passions that inspire us, we come home. These unique instances are our own moments of homecoming. When we recall a special moment, the memory comes with a tune that was playing in the background, a lyric that stood out, a beat that fit the mood, and sometimes even a Coke in hand. With the perfect jam playing and a bottle of Coca-Cola, simple moments with our friends and family become more fun, more memorable and more uplifting. Now, music and Coca-Cola come together once more to give young music lovers and Original Pinoy Music (OPM) artists a

Perla intros new face along with 30 fashionable Filipinas

Today, many fashionable Filipinas are turning to basics to create standout looks. Monochromatic outfits are all the rage in some of the top fashion capitals of the world – from New York to Milan, Tokyo to Paris – all-white looks dominate runways and walkways. This trend has now caught on here in the Philippines with fashionable Filipinas rocking the look everywhere. And to help them take care of their basic whites, more and more Filipinas are turning to one trusted name – Perla. Perla is the perfect partner in taking care of your special clothes such as whites as it is made with natural ingredients that keep your whites look pristine and new while ensuring that your skin remains moisturized and not irritated. Perla is known for its gentle cleaning properties without the harsh and harmful ingredients. It retains the credibility of colored clothes without compromising the strength of fabrics even after several washes. Proven, tested, and trusted over the years, Perla remains the number

CBTL's Paradise Blend inspires Pinoys to rediscover tea

To a crowd of journalists and food enthusiasts, David De Candia, The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf’s Senior Director for Tea revealed his latest creation specially crafted exclusively for the Filipinos, Paradise Blend. The internationally renowned tea specialist, David De Candia, arrived in Manila for a series of workshops entitled “Discover Tea.” After an insightful discussion on tea, guests were treated to different activities meant to help them jumpstart their journey into the exciting world of tea. The art of blending Throughout his career, De Candia has gained numerous recognitions and awards for his mastery of the craft and appointed by- no less than the Prime Minister of Sri Lanka- as the Ambassador of Ceylon Tea for North America and Canada. But for the 21 years that he’s been with The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf, the resident Tea Master, Buyer and Blender has created hundreds of signature blends that are now enjoyed worldwide. In his talk, De Candia defined the technicalities of tea —

Jollibee Kiddie Meal features Teen Titans Go! To the Movie

Awesome superhero adventures await young children with the new Jollibee Kiddie Meal toys – Teen Titans Go! To the Movies. Jolly kids can join forces with Robin, Beast Boy, Raven, Cyborg, and Starfire to fight crime and save the day. These cute collectibles of the entire superhero squad are just in time for the newly released animated film, Teen Titans Go! To the Movies. Once sidekicks to better-known heroes, the Teen Titans have emerged as a young superhero team out to wage their own war against the forces of evil. Now, kids can enjoy an action-packed playtime of battling evil villains with cool toys that feature the heroes’ signature moves. Get ready to shoot discs at enemies alongside Teen Titans leader, Robin. Just put Robin in position, insert the discs, and press the button to shoot. Watch the shapeshifter, Beast Boy, transform into a pterodactyl by attaching his mask and wings. Afterwards, just press a button to flap his wings and take flight for battle. Choose from Cyborg’s

Tim Hortons's chocolicious treats for the rainy season

Tim Hortons is all set to bring warmth and comfort to its Pinoy patrons this rainy season, as the Canadian quick service restaurant brings its entire array of choco goodness to the table, featuring the limited edition Chocolicious Donut and White Hot Chocolate creations. Soothe your sweet tooth with Tim Hortons’s Chocolicious Donut, a yeast filled donut dipped in white fondant with chocolate brownie filling and dark chocolate flakes. The perfect complement to it is the White Hot Chocolate, memorable for its rich, smooth texture with perfect milky note and right amount of sweetness topped with whipped cream. Apart from these, Tim Hortons also has other chocolate-flavored food products that will surely take you back fond memories in the company of family and friends. Perk up with Tim Hortons’s Hot Chocolate or freshen up with Frozen Hot Chocolate. Other sweet treats to choose from include the Double Chocolate Fudge, Choco-Filled Donut, Triple Chocolate Muffin, Choco-Chip Muffin, and C

NayonLanding integrated resort set to open by 2022

Landing Resorts Philippines Development Corporation (“Landing Philippines”), a wholly owned subsidiary of Landing International Development Limited, together with its subsidiaries (the “Group”, HKEX Code: 00582) is on track to open a Filipino-inspired iconic integrated leisure and entertainment resort at the Entertainment City in Barangay Tambo, City of Parañaque, the Philippines (the “Integrated Resort”), following its groundbreaking ceremony this morning, hosted by Dr. Yang Zhihui, Chairman and Executive Director of Landing International. The Integrated Resort will be named “NayonLanding” which symbolizes the rich culture and heritage of the Philippines landing in the Entertainment City. It will be built on a parcel of land approximately 95,700sqm in size, with a planned construction floor area of approximately 610,000sqm. The development cost is estimated to be approximately USD 1.5 billion. The Integrated Resort will consist of an indoor cultural theme park and waterpark, Asia’s

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Microsoft, HomeSpace360 make real estate more digital

PH's leading fashion brands join Shopee Fashion Week

Shoppers can now use GCash to buy items on Lazada

Perk up with perfect coffee pairings at Tim Hortons

Coca-Cola stages Coke Studio Homecoming in PH

Perla intros new face along with 30 fashionable Filipinas

CBTL's Paradise Blend inspires Pinoys to rediscover tea

Jollibee Kiddie Meal features Teen Titans Go! To the Movie

Tim Hortons's chocolicious treats for the rainy season

NayonLanding integrated resort set to open by 2022