This new realme C25 is available starting April 16 at 12 midnight on Shopee at a discounted price of P5,990!

realme PH launches realme C25 today. Its the first smartphone that passed the TÜV Rheinland Smartphone High-Reliability Certification.

Leading smart technology brand realme Philippines continues to strengthen its commitment to providing Filipinos powerful tools and devices that would help them rise above all the challenges they may encounter this year with the launch of the world’s first TÜV Rheinland certified smartphone – the realme C25. 

This newest device from realme is available starting April 16 at 12 midnight during the realme Super Brand Day Sale on Shopee at a discounted price of P5,990.

The realme C25 is a powerful yet attainable all-around device that is intended for heavy smartphone users who rely on their device as the central component for their digital-heavy lifestyle, from online schooling, live streaming, shout casting, content creation to connecting and controlling their smart accessories and devices.

“Filipinos always stay ready in all the challenges that come their way. As they remain resilient and optimistic with all the unprecedented events that might happen around this year, we at realme Philippines launch the highly reliable realme C25 that will accompany every young Filipino with all the challenges they will accept and encounter this 2021. Proven to be highly reliable and durable by TÜV Rheinland, the realme C25 is every Filipino’s companion as they continue to navigate and shift to a highly digital lifestyle this 2021,” shares realme Philippines’ Vice President for Marketing Austine Huang.

#ChallengeAccepted for an all-day digital lifestyle experience

The realme C25 is the first smartphone in the world that passed the TÜV Rheinland Smartphone High-Reliability Certification. Obtaining the high-reliability certificate from TÜV Rheinland, the realme C25 encompassed 23 major tests, including 10 daily use test scenarios, such as drop, wear, and tear; seven extreme environment test scenarios, including super extreme temperature, extreme humidity, voltage fluctuation, button life, static electricity, air pressure; and six component reliability test scenarios.

The realme C25 is also equipped with a large-capacity 6000mAh battery, which allows users to enjoy the features of the device nonstop whenever they want. Complementing this massive battery is an 18W Type C quick-charge technology, which allows the drained device to charge to 29 percent in just 30 minutes. The device sports a MediaTek Helio G70 processor, ensuring a much powerful and swift performance for both content creators and gamers alike. It also optimizes multimedia usage, allowing a faster response time and more accurate screen control. 

The realme C25 features a 48MP AI triple-camera setup consisting of a 48MP super clear main camera, and macro lens. The 8MP selfie camera features an f/2.0 large aperture, a gesture command, AI Beauty options, and 1080P full-HD video recording. It also allows users to achieve high-definition effects no matter how many self-portrait photos or videos they take.

For its design, the realme C25’s back cover is processed using the industry-leading German five-axis precise radium engraving machine, which makes the device more colorful, appealing, comfortable in the hand, and less susceptible to fingerprints. The realme C25 is available in two colorways: Water Grey and Water Blue.

#NoiseOffrealmeOn with the newest realme Buds Air 2 Series

Launching alongside the realme C25 are the realme Buds Air 2 and realme Buds Air 2 Neo, the brand’s newest highly competitive active noise-canceling earbuds. 

The realme Buds Air 2 supports active noise cancellation, a function that’s seen only in high-end flagship earbuds and headphones. It is also equipped with the new Bass Boost+ bass enhancement solution, a feature created through realme’s collaboration with American electronic music duo the Chainsmokers. The device also comes with a Transparency Mode, which enables users to listen to ambient sound with just one click. The realme Buds Air 2 also supports fast charging. With just 10 minutes of charging time, users get 120 minutes of playback. For its design, the realme Buds Air 2 inherits the curvy aesthetic of the previous generation while also adopting a unique two-tone color splicing design. Black and blue, silver and white — these stylish color combos embody street style.

The realme Buds Air 2 Neo also equips the active noise cancellation of up to 25dB. It monitors external noise through a feed-forward microphone. The 10mm Bass Boost Driver, along with a realme bass enhancement algorithm composite, makes for a new bass boost for a deeper and richer audio experience. It also comes with AAC high-quality audio technology, an encoding algorithm with a high compression rate provided by Dolby Laboratories for higher fidelity. The realme Buds Air 2 Neo comes in two colors – Active Black and Calm Gray. To create a futuristic design, a gleaming mirror design is used in the earbud tips to reflect varying colors in different angles.

Snag up to P5,000 discount at Shopee Brand Day Sale

The realme C25 will be available in the Philippines starting April 16 at 12 midnight during the realme Super Brand Day Sale on Shopee. Available in  4GB RAM + 64GB storage variant, the realme C25 is priced at P7,490. On the same day, the brand will also be retailing the newest realme Buds Air 2 and realme Buds Air 2 Neo for the price of P3,990 and P2,490, respectively.

In celebration of the launch of these new devices from realme, fans and customers can enjoy huge discounts when purchasing during the Shopee Brand Sale Sale. The realme C25 4GB + 64GB variant, realme Buds Air 2 and realme Buds Air 2 Neo may be purchased for the price of P5,990, P2,990 and P1,990, respectively, with free shipping for the realme C25 on April 18 and the realme Buds Air 2 Series from April 16 to 18.

Other than the three devices, realme Philippines also drops the prices of most of its smartphone and AIoT devices by as much as 38% percent. Among the realme devices to be discounted, the realme 7 8GB + 128GB variant will receive the highest discount of P5,000 from its original price of P14,990 during Shopee’s Flash Sale. While the realme Powerbank 2i and realme C12  3GB + 32GB variant will also be available at discounted prices of P5,490 and P490, respectively. Fans and squad members may also purchase the realme Smart TV 32” and 43” variants with a discount of P3,000, making their sale prices P8,990 and P15,990, respectively. The realme Bag can also be purchased at a discounted price of P1,240 from its original price of P1,490. 

Fans may also get a chance to win Shopee coins and product bundles from realme by joining the Shopee Hourly Prizes from April 16 to 18. For more information on the realme C25 and other realme products, customers are encouraged to follow the realme Philippines' official Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram accounts. 

The latest vivo Y20s delivers top-notch gaming features enhancing player performance

If you think that you're getting addicted to your games on your phone and afraid that would affect your health. Some people would probably said yes. 

It is a common misconception that mobile games are bad for one’s health. With the explosion of gaming during quarantine, many mobile users have experienced its benefits, starting with treating it as a fun distraction from all the pandemic stress.  

There are many discovered health benefits of playing mobile games including helping people overcome anxiety and an improved mental memory. With proper self-regulation and a powerful gaming smartphone like the vivo Y20s [G], with its maximized speed and long-lasting battery, online games can help players conquer real-life challenges. 

Here, we highlight how mobile games may actually be good for players. 

 

Gives that sense of being ‘in control’ to combat anxiety 

In a moment when people have less control on the outcome of events, mobile gamers feel empowered by dominating a challenge that’s literally in the palm of their hands. 

 

In a study published on the US National Library of Medicine, researchers observed games minimize exhaustion caused by stresses in the real world by giving players an environment where they have more control of things. In fact, gamification is an increasingly used technique to ensure the effectiveness of wellness apps used to fight anxiety and depression. 

  

Mobile games boost brain power 

Granting you’ve chosen the right games, they actually help in keeping your brain engaged by improving spatial awareness and in boosting memory. 

 

In particular, playing games is a good exercise to make the human brain remember things better. A study by neurobiologists at the University of California- Irvine (UCI) found 3D video games boost the formation of memories. 

 

Global Positioning System or GPS-centered mobile games, on the other hand, are effective in improving spatial awareness. Knowing your surroundings would be enhanced further by using smartphones that have accurate positioning service, like the vivo Y20s [G] that has an excellent positioning system through the MediaTek Helio G80 octa-core processor. 

 

Improves problem-solving skills 

As life in the time of the pandemic becomes more complex, it would be good to get a fun problem-solving coach. With the richness of the challenges in games, problem-solving skills are harnessed with the desire to win. Chilean health researchers concluded in a studythat since most games are episodic, they teach human brains to not stop until the challenge is completed or the problem solved. 

 

Makes people more social by bringing them together 

Most mobile games help users build a social community. They’re played together and simultaneously by gamers from different parts of the world which is an effective way to shake-off isolation loneliness. 

 

For some people, communicating with others can be a challenge. Increased social interaction through games that involve multiple players can help them overcome those fears or awkwardness. 

 

It would then be a bonus to have a faster system as you make connections with other gamers. vivo Y20s [G]’s HyperEngine Game Technology speeds up game load times and takes care of latency issues for those extended social play times. 

 

As most of the country continues to stay home, it should be a comforting realization that mobile games do not only ease boredom. It also gives players several health benefits, if playing games is properly managed in terms of time spent and frequency.

 

Get the latest gaming smartphone with top-notch features, the vivo Y20s [G]. Learn more about this smartphone by visiting https://www.vivoglobal.ph/ or follow vivo Philippines on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. 

Jollibee is introducing the new Jolly Crispy Fries Bucket!

Binge-watching tonight with the family or friends? The Jollibee new Jolly Crispy Fries Bucket is good for 4, something that everyone can enjoy together. 

As we spend more time at home in today’s new normal, there’s nothing like maximizing bonding moments and quality time with our family members and the people that we live with! 

Everyone knows, too, that bonding time is best when there’s food involved. Great memories are made when everyone’s happy and feeling good from good food—that’s why Jollibee is introducing something that everybody can enjoy together, the new Jolly Crispy Fries Bucket!

This new offering is actually the bigger version of the famous Jolly Crispy Fries that people love to snack on, and is good for sharing for up to 4 people. Now, you and your family or friends can happily munch on a handful of these crispy-sarap fries without ever having to feel bitin!

“One of Jollibee’s most popular products are the Jolly Crispy Fries, so we’re happy to give people more of it to share with their loved ones in the new Jolly Crispy Fries Bucket! It’s sure to satisfy families and even housemates whenever they’re bonding!” said Jollibee Asst. Vice President for Complementary Products, Mari Aldecoa

The Jolly Crispy Fries Bucket is affordable for those bonding moments at only Php 129! Have a bucket safely delivered to you via the Jollibee Delivery App, JollibeeDelivery.com, #87000, GrabFood, and foodpanda! Also available in Drive-Thru and Take Out.

For more info and updates on Jollibee products, like Jollibee Philippines on Facebook, subscribe to the Jollibee Philippines YouTube channel, and follow @jollibee on Twitter and Instagram.

TCL 10 5G: Delivering 5G Technology to Every “Juan”

TCL Philippines partners with VST ECS for the launch of smartphone TCL 10 5G. This premium, yet affordable Android device will leverage the company’s self-curated visual technology called NXTVISION. This mobile phone is also a 5G-capable model, with improved imaging, and refined battery life.

 

“As one of the world’s leading consumer electronics brands, expanding the TCL brand into the mobile space ensures that we are one of the only global manufacturers that offers a fully integrated ecosystem of smart products in virtually every aspect of your life,” said Kevin Wang, CEO of TCL Industrial Holdings. “This makes it possible for us to provide our customers with a wide range of products capable of working seamlessly together and do so more affordably than everyone else.”

Embodying the company’s mission to “Display Greatness,” the latest smartphone takes advantage of TCL’s tightly integrated ecosystem by using TCL-built screens and TCL NXTVISION, a proprietary advanced display, and camera visual technology. TCL’s advanced display generates cutting-edge color accuracy, making it indefectible to notice the difference between real-life and screen images.

 

TCL 10 5G: Delivering 5G Technology to Every “Juan”

The company’s first 5G-enabled smartphone, the TCL 10 5G is designed to bring the benefits of 5G connectivity to consumers looking for something modern and affordable. Powered by the Snapdragon 765G 5G Mobile Platform with the Qualcomm® Snapdragon ™ X52 5G Modem-RF System and the 5th generation Qualcomm® AI Engine™, the TCL 10 5G supports increased data bandwidth for faster uploads, downloads, and upgraded Wi-Fi connection stability with Qualcomm® FastConnect™ 6200 mobile connectivity subsystem. The TCL 10 5G comes with a large, modern 6.53-inch FHD+ Dotch™ display, providing an impressive 91 percent screen-to-body ratio. 

 

“The 5G era is now around the world, and it is opening up a new round of technological revolution which will fundamentally enrich how we live our lives,” said Alex Katouzian, SVP and GM, Mobile, Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. “Qualcomm Technologies and TCL have maintained a close and strong collaboration for a long time, and we are excited to see TCL select the Snapdragon 765 5G Mobile Platform for their very first 5G smartphone. The Snapdragon 765 integrates 5G connectivity and Artificial Intelligence, which will help TCL 10 5G bring remarkable 5G capabilities and life-changing experiences to more consumers worldwide.” 

On the back, the TCL 10 5G sports a quad-camera setup that includes a 64MP high-resolution main camera, a 118-degree ultra-wide-angle camera, a macro camera that lets users take super close-up shots at only 2cm away, and a depth camera for professional quality photos with Bokeh. The TCL 10 5G’s front-facing 16MP camera ups the selfie game with its 4-in-1 big pixel technology that automatically combines four pixels into one to produce brighter selfie photos and improve low-light capabilities. 

 

Additionally, the TCL 10 5G comes with a large battery boasting a full day of phone use and Quick Qualcomm® Charge™ 3.0 fast charging technology. It also features On-the-Go Reverse Charging, turning the phone into a portable power bank to charge smaller devices or help a friend in need if their device is low on battery. The TCL 10 5G will be available across multiple store outlets in the Philippines starting April 2021.

TCL Smart Experiences: The New Standard for Smartphones

Leveraging TCL’s display expertise and fully integrated ecosystem, TCL 10 5G is packed with easy-to-use features and shortcuts so users can share content seamlessly and customize their smartphones to match their unique lifestyles:  

·       Dynamic TCL UI: TCL knows everyone uses their phones differently. The TCL UI offers lively interfaces, intuitive interaction and customizable features for additional ease of use.

·       Eye Comfort Display: With the user’s vision health in mind, TCL makes it easy on the eyes with eye care modes such as Adaptive Tone, Reading Mode and Eye Comfort Mode to help provide the best viewing experience regardless of lighting conditions. 

·       Smart Key^[1]: Access commonly used apps and features with a dedicated, customizable button. The button can be customizable in three ways - single, double, and long press - to activate apps such as the camera or Google Assistant, as well as functions such as cleaning up background apps.

·       Super Bluetooth: Push the limits of audio-streaming by connecting up to four Bluetooth speakers or headphones to share music with friends for the ultimate dance party (or silent disco party). 

 

TCL 10 5G is exclusively distributed by VSTECS Phils., Inc. and is available through its accredited retailers nationwide. For pricing, availability, and promotions, please email marketing@msi-ecs.ph or visit:

 

https://www.vstecs.com.ph/Home

https://www.facebook.com/TCLPhilippines

https://www.facebook.com/TCLMobilePhilippines

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¹Smart key features may vary by country or region.

Use these tips and tricks to make the most out of your hard-earned money when you shop for essentials at Shopee’s 4.15 Payday Sale!

Buying your essentials? What better way than to shop at the comfort of your home! 

You don't need to drain your wallet! If you're replenishing your supply of groceries, hygiene products, or personal care items, try shopping online instead. Aside from getting all your purchases in the safety of your home, you can enjoy huge savings through perks such as free shipping, cashback, and more when you purchase on Shopee. 

 

At Shopee’s Payday Sale this April 15, stretch each peso and maximize your sweldo with the tips below.

Always check if free shipping is available

Ditch the additional fees and enjoy more savings by using free shipping vouchers. This April 15, you can claim free shipping vouchers sitewide, available with no minimum spend, from 12:00 to 2:00 AM. You can also enjoy all-day free shipping from participating shops.

 

Make the most of coin cashback deals

Did you know that you can get coin cashback deals when you shop on Shopee? You can redeem coins for discounts on your subsequent purchases. Get 20% cashback on all your purchases from 12:00 to 2:00 AM, then enjoy 15% cashback for the rest of the day.

 

Pro tip: to earn even more coins, click the Daily Check-In Button on the Coins Rewards section, play Shopee Prizes, view Shopee Live streams, and review your purchases.

 

Keep an eye out for ₱15 flash deals

You can get products priced as high as ₱3,999 for only ₱15. Keep checking Shopee throughout the day to score these Fila Women’s Shoes, Unilove Baby Package, Zeus x Fujisan Desk Speakers, and more for only ₱15. 

 

Use ShopeePay to enjoy more rewards

Shop, buy load and pay bills with ShopeePay to earn additional perks. Check out with ShopeePay to get free shipping vouchers and an extra 15% cashback with no minimum spend. You can also enjoy ₱1 deals from your favorite fast-food brands such as McDonald’s, Jollibee, Bonchon, Big Guys, and Red Ribbon. From 12:00 to 2:00 AM, buy ₱10 worth of data for only ₱1 and enjoy free access to Facebook, TikTok, YouTube, and more. Finally, get up to 25% cashback when you pay your electricity, water, and internet bills with ShopeePay!

 

Use these tips and tricks to make the most out of your hard-earned money when you shop for essentials at Shopee’s 4.15 Payday Sale! For more information, visit https://shopee.ph/m/payday-sale.

 

Download the Shopee app for free via the App Store or Google Play.

 

Saridon provides better pain relief and works in as fast as 15 minutes vs Paracetamol

As of this writing, I already got my first dose of Sinovac vaccine. I have been waiting for it since March, this year.  It was a sigh of relief getting myself protected. I  have never been calmer. Ive been having my anxiety attack since last year. That's why getting a vaccine is in my top of priorities and stacking up on analgesic and cough medicines too. 

 

To say that the past year has been difficult for Filipinos and the rest of the world would be a huge understatement. In the Philippines, the COVID-19 pandemic has crippled the economy and left many Filipinos jobless and struggling to get back on their feet. With our frontliners and essential personnel putting their lives on the line daily, the struggle to make ends meet has been a daunting one.

Needless to say, these trying times have tested the resolve of Filipinos to weather any storm and face whatever trials come their way. Even as they have made efforts to achieve a semblance of normalcy, it has been anything but easy. The long hours of physically tiring activities to work and cope with financial concerns have led some citizens to suffer from headaches and other illnesses also brought on by stress and worrying about the coronavirus. 

To deal with unexpected headaches, you need something you can trust. Try Paracetamol + Propyphenazone + Caffeine (Saridon Triple Action). Its caffeine content, when combined with other analgesics like Paracetamol and Propyphenazone, makes it work in as fast as 15 minutes and provide better pain relief vs. 500mg plain Paracetamol.

Paracetamol + Propyphenazone + Caffeine (Saridon Triple Action) associate marketing manager Toby Manlapat shares, “This pandemic has been a challenge to all of us who need to relieve headaches fast in order to get back to one’s normal disposition.” 

Paracetamol + Propyphenazone + Caffeine (Saridon Triple Action) is manufactured by Bayer, a trusted name in pharmaceuticals and consumer health for over 150 years. Paracetamol + Propyphenazone + Caffeine is the generic name of Saridon Triple Action. If symptoms persist, consult your doctor. Available in all leading drugstores nationwide and on major online retailers. If symptoms persist, consult your doctor.

ASC Ref. No. B045P040721SS

What is Saridon? (Ano ang Saridon?)

“Saridon is an analgesic or pain killer indicated for

1. Relief of mild to severe headaches,

2. Relief of pains such as headache, toothache, menstrual discomfort, post-

operative and rheumatic pain

3. Relief of pain and fever associated with colds and flu.”

“Ang Saridon ay isang pain killer:

1. Para guminhawa ang sakit ng ulo.

2. Lunas sa sakit ng ulo, sakit ng ngipin, menstrual cramps, sakit pagkatapos

maoperahan, at rayuma,

3. Para guminhawa agad ang sakit ng katawan at lagnat mula sa sipon at

trangkaso.”

Paracetamol/ Propyphenazone/Caffeine is the generic name of Saridon Triple Action. If symptoms persist, consult your doctor. 

 

Get all of your laundry done with just the push of a button

LG Philippines recently inaugurated the first ever Smart Laundry Lounge outside of Korea. Located in FastWash Bocobo 1000 J. Bocobo St., Ermita, Manila, the Smart Laundry Lounge lets you streamline the laundry process for both business owners and customers. And when we say “smart” we don’t just mean the equipment - we say “smart” because our Laundry Lounge has already streamlined doing laundry for our customers with the LG Laundry Lounge App .

LG Smart Laundry Lounge makes the whole laundromat experience safer and intuitive thanks to the use of the LG Laundry Lounge App. For business owners, you can monitor revenue, set-up new machines, manage error messages, and get alerts when there is a problem in the laundromat. For customers, you can select cycles, manage the laundry, and create payments. You can even be notified when machines are available, so there is no need to wait long in line. Each washing machine also incorporates hygiene care to ensure safety. The tub of the machine is clean and safe before, during, and after every use.

LG Philippines’ Managing Director Sungjae Kim was elated about the grand launch. “We are excited with the opening of the Philippines’ first ever Smart Laundry Lounge. We envision the concept to be an attractive one for budding businessmen, and for consumers as well. We want people to be able to experience our smart solutions both in and outside their homes”.

Want to see how the country’s first Smart Laundry Lounge looks like? You can catch a virtual tour of the smart laundry lounge on the official LG Commercial Laundry PH Facebook page.

 

Jolina Magdangal talks about how she's dealing with kids and family in the new normal

Juggling many things at once is normal for Jolina Magdangal. Apart from being one of the momshies of the morning talk show Magandang Buhay, she runs the vlog #JolinaNetwork and takes care of her two kids, Pele and Vika, with her husband Mark Escueta. Magdangal also makes time to pursue hobbies like diamond painting, working out, and being a #HalamaNanay. But with the pandemic, she was forced to adjust her priorities and make changes to her family.

“May times na busy sa Magandang Buhay pero pag walang taping, usually dito lang ako sa bahay with my family. May mga nagbago samin, tulad ng anak ko na nag-homeschool. We decided to do homeschooling kasi mas naging priority namin ang safety niya, and we want to experience yung pagiging hands-on din sa school niya,” the mom reveals.

Even if Magdangal is used to doing so many things at once, she admits that homeschooling can be a struggle. It’s also a new experience for her and her husband since they are not teachers. Still, she takes on the challenge because “masarap ang pakiramdam dahil anak namin yung tinuturuan namin at rewarding ang feeling pag natututo at malaki ang development.”

 

Another change in the Magdangal-Escueta household is their attitude towards going out. If in the past, they can just get up and go, they now take extra precautions. Magdangal says, “I must admit, may pagkapraning ako na baka yung makasalubong ko or yung kausap ko ay positive sa COVID-19. Dumami ang dala-dala kong gamit kasi ang dami kong disinfectant.”

 

She also taught her kids hygiene habits to protect themselves and stay clean at all times. They learned to wash their hands and to carry alcohol and wet wipes. When going out, they wear their face masks even in the car, and they take showers as soon as they get home. When Magdangal and Escueta return home from work, the kids already know to stay in one room and wait until their parents have showered. 

 

These precautions are second nature to Magdangal, who has always prioritized her and her family’s health. She says, “Pag may nararamdamang masama ang anak ko kahit ano pa yan, binibigyan ko talaga ng pansin. May pagkapraning kasi ako sa mga sakit.”

 

She believes in giving them the right medicine and the proper dosage, at the right number of times. For fever, she trusts Calpol.

 

“Pag iba na ang pakiramdam and parang iba ang temperature, naka-monitor na ako. As soon as pumatak sa 37.8 yung temperature, Calpol agad.”

 

Calpol for Kids is a paracetamol-based suspension which can be given to infants and children ages 0-12 years old. It can treat mild to moderate fever and pain associated with discomfort after vaccination, toothaches, headaches, migraines, muscle aches, sore throats and musculoskeletal pain. Calpol for Kids starts to work on fever in 15 minutes and is gentle on kids’ tiny tummies.

 

“Mabilis talaga umepekto ang Calpol. Pag may lagnat ang anak ko, di ako umaalis sa tabi nila at gusto ko either yakap ko sila o kung natutulog na kami, hawak ko paa nila. Nararamdaman ko agad na bumababa ang lagnat,” Magdangal reveals.

Her kids also love the Calpol strawberry and orange flavors. According to Magdangal, “hindi ako nahihirapan painumin. Tsaka sinisimot pa.”

 

Times may be tough, but Magdangal has advice for everyone in the new normal. She says, “kung ano man ang nararamdaman nila, hindi sila nag-iisa. Laban lang nang laban lalo na para sa pamilya. Mas malaki tayo sa virus kaya wag natin papabayaan ang sarili natin.”

 

Besides, there are things to look forward to in the future. For Jolina, she’s hoping to continue vlogging, book more endorsements, and shoot a movie. She wants to learn to cook and bake and she and her husband want to start a business. The family has milestones to celebrate like the kids’ birthdays and her 10th wedding anniversary. 

 

Everything may have changed for families around the world, but Magdangal says that there are three good things that came out of this pandemic: “mas lalo pang na-appreciate ang worth ng family, wala nang mas hihigit pa sa prayer, and yung idea na ‘prevention is better than cure.’”

 

For more information about Calpol, visit www.calpol.com.ph 

The Light Rail Manila Corporation (LRMC) announces the temporary suspension of LRT-1 operations for two weekends in April 2021

The Light Rail Manila Corporation (LRMC) announces the temporary suspension of LRT-1 operations for two weekends in April 2021 to continue the maintenance works needed for a better and improved LRT-1 experience.

 

The shutdown on April 17 – 18 and April 24 – 25, 2021 (Saturday & Sunday) will allow LRMC to complete the remaining maintenance and rehabilitation works started during the Holy Week. The works to be carried out during this period would cover the maintenance of trains, stations, and various systems including the scheduled replacement of overhead catenary wires. The additional days will also accelerate the preparations needed for the commercial use of the new Generation-4 train sets in Q4 2021.

The Department of Transportation (DOTr) has confirmed the deployment of public utility buses, running on Route 17 (Monumento to EDSA via Rizal Avenue/Taft Avenue), to support affected commuters during the temporary weekend shutdown. There will be no changes in the service schedule of LRT-1 on weekdays: Northbound train (4:30AM to 9:15PM), Southbound train (4:30AM to 9:30PM).

 

LRMC assures that it will continue to enforce its health and safety protocols, as well as comply with IATF guidelines while performing the maintenance works during this period.

 

The riding public is advised to be guided accordingly and plan their essential trips ahead during this period. Follow @officialLRT1 on Facebook and Twitter and download the ikotMNL mobile app on App Store or Google Play for more updates.

 

 

LEP’s founder Mark Del Rosario shares how to elevate pantry staples and brings his best food discoveries to your table

If youre not yet a member of Lets Eat Pare food community in FB , then youre missing a lot. Its there where I discovered some food trips and foodies sharing their food recommendations and all. 

Are you a foodie, pare? If you are, then you’ve probably heard of the online foodie community Let’s Eat Pare or LEP – maybe you’ve even tried a food reco or two. 

Now, great news: the sharing of good food is not stopping there. Through the cooking show Solane Kitchen Moments, LEP’s founder Mark Del Rosario shares how to elevate pantry staples and brings his best food discoveries to your kitchen.

 

“The kitchen transforms the house into a home — it is the nucleus of memories, experiences, and it provides sustenance to fuel future endeavors,” Del Rosario said in a separate interview. “Solane energizes the creativity and passion that stems from this sacred space.”

 

He features in the first three episodes of LPG brand Solane’s newest show, and starts by elevating a Filipino favorite: corned beef. Inspired by world-renowned chef Anthony Bourdain, Del Rosario spent years perfecting his own Corned Beef ala Pare. But don’t be intimidated by that, because he made sure to keep the recipe pantry-friendly – and it’s bound to be your new go-to snack! Learn how to make Corned Beef ala Pare here.

 

Meanwhile, Del Rosario reveals his favorite culinary discovery in the second episode. A frequent traveler, he was able to try angulas, a delicacy of baby eels, right where it originates: the Northern Spanish town of San Sebastian. He admits to cooking angulas for family and friends, wanting to share the discovery, and now, he’s sharing it with you, too! Watch it here.

 

Del Rosario turns up the heat in his third and final Solane Kitchen Moments episode with chili con carne, a dish he used to describe his relationship with his wife, to whom he was recently married to. He talks about food as a love language – with the chili con carne coming in like a warm hug. Find the recipe here and make it for your loved ones, too!

 

Aside from great food, Del Rosario, together with host Suzi Entrata-Abrera, also talks about life, culture, and passion. With 18 years in the food industry, Del Rosario started from humble beginnings as a salesman with chefs and the like as clients. He eventually opened his own restaurant and got to experience the roller coaster ride of being an entrepreneur. This led to the birth of Let’s Eat Pare in 2016 – in hopes of helping other restaurant owners grow and achieve their dreams.

 

Today, LEP is able to do just that. As a safe and positive space where you can collaborate with and learn from others, the large but tight-knit community has grown to having over 300,000 members. If you aren’t a part of that yet, don’t worry. They always welcome food lovers who happily share their finds and enjoy discovering others’ as well. Check out the community here.

 

“Food is one of the main ingredients to fostering a strong bond with people. A unique connection is harnessed through sharing meals,” Del Rosario shared.

 

We heard through the pipeline that the next Solane Kitchen Moments episodes wilsome more exciting guests. Stay tuned every Thursday on Solane’s Facebook page or YouTube channel. See you there, pare!

Nestlé Philippines partners with PCEx and SM Malls as they launched Plastic Waste Collection Program

Plastic Credit Exchange (PCEx) and SM Malls formally launched their Plastic Waste Collection Program in partnership with Nestlé Philippines. This program aims not only to educate the public on the benefits of plastic waste management but also give them a place where they can bring their plastic waste for proper collection and disposal.

Through the Plastic Waste Collection Program, everyone can contribute to a cleaner environment by dropping off their empty, clean, and dry plastics from 10 am to 5 pm at the blue container van located in participating SM malls such as SM Megamall and SM Mall of Asia. The plastics are properly compacted and arranged before being collected for PCEx to transport to various recycling partners.

Nestlé Philippines supports the initiative in line with its goal of reducing plastic waste and preventing it from ending up in nature. 

 

“At Nestlé Philippines, we are leading with initiatives to tackle plastic waste. By 2025, we aim for our packaging to be recyclable or reusable. To do this, we have been working on packaging innovations, and increasing our efforts to support collection to improve sorting, recovery, and recycling. We are also helping to educate the public about the importance of proper waste management. Recognizing the complexity of the plastic waste issue, we are collaborating with partners to make a bigger impact and accelerate our journey to a waste-free future,” said Nestlé Philippines Chairman and CEO Kais Marzouki.

 

Last year, Nestlé Philippines achieved a major environmental milestone by becoming the country’s first multinational fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) company to attain plastic neutrality. Since August 2020, it has been collecting and co-processing more than the amount of plastic it uses for its packaging. This strongly supports the vision of Nestlé Philippines of preventing its packaging including plastic from ending up in landfills and oceans.