Philippine Red Cross Recognizes Honda Philippines Inc. for Humanitarian Service

The Philippine Red Cross (PRC) recently awarded Honda Foundation, Inc. (HFI) the Outstanding Humanitarian Award for Corporate Social Responsibilities (CSR)[1]. The recognition was for the initiative and support for the organization’s efforts in in helping communities in times of calamities and amid the pandemic. 

In May 2020, HFI donated 104 motorcycle units--52 red units each of TMX125 alpha and Wave 110 alpha--with insulated top boxes to PRC. These motorcycles will be used by PRC volunteers and staff in its 104 Chapters nationwide. The endowment also provides PRC with a fast and high-quality mode of transportation.   

Making Your Christmas Travel Safe and Secured

Like many traditional holidays, Christmas will be completely different this year as Filipinos brace for a non-traditional celebration since mass gatherings and parties remain restricted due to the pandemic. 

As quarantine guidelines loosen, on the other hand, people can now visit malls, restaurants, and shops if they abide by specific safety protocols to prevent the further spreading of the virus.  

With travel still possible for Filipinos, Prestone Philippines, the leading manufacturer of cutting-edge coolants and brake fluids in the country, reminds motorists of the importance of keeping their vehicles in good shape to have safe journeys this holiday season. Before embarking on your trip, the company encourages us to check on your vehicles and if possible, undergo preventive maintenance. 

Following your vehicle's preventive maintenance schedule (PMS) can help ensure that it stays safe and in tiptop condition. It maintains that it has no engine leaks or irregular noises that can be signs of problems, as well as keeps its oil and coolant at the right levels. It also reminds you to charge your vehicle's battery and keep its terminals clean. 

Scared of Holiday Weight Gain? Drink Coffee, study says

Christmas Season is here! And, for sure, some might be worried about gaining some pounds. After all, despite the pandemic, this season of merriment means eating and drinking more than the usual at all the parties and gatherings you will throw or attend—may it be virtual or physical—with your friends and loved ones at home.

While some people struggle with their weight during the holidays, did you know that a recent study revealed a potential solution that does not involve depriving yourself of Christmas treats? 

In 2019, scientists at the University of Illinois released a study that suggests that consuming caffeine can limit weight gain and cholesterol production, even while eating a diet that is high in fat and sugar.

Based on the study, caffeine, which is a crystalline compound found mostly in tea and coffee plants, can reduce the storage of lipids in fat cells, as well as limit weight gain and the production of triglycerides. And although the scientists used the caffeine extracted from mate tea, the study noted that effects were similar with synthetic caffeine and that extracted from coffee. 

UNIQLO Brings LifeWear Shopping Experience to the Sucat community with its Store Opening on December 18

Japanese global apparel retailer, UNIQLO will open its store at SM City Sucat on December 18. The store provides 1,041 sqm of new shopping space to bring UNIQLO’s LifeWear clothing and unique shopping retail experience closer to the community of Sucat and nearby areas.

“In strengthening our LifeWear philosophy to improve the lives of everyone, we hope to give shopping convenience to locals and encourage new customers to experience UNIQLO and LifeWear,” says Masayoshi Nakamura, COO, UNIQLO Philippines. "We aim to make our core products more accessible to locals to help them with their everyday clothing needs."

Located at the ground level of Building B of the mall, the new store will showcase the latest line-up of UNIQLO LifeWear — including a wide selection of LifeWear pieces for men, women, kids and babies.

XTREME Appliances launches its X-Series line and first-ever Android TV

2020 is a huge turning point in the retail industry. The decline of physical stores and the simultaneous growth of e-commerce in the past months have significantly influenced the global economy, according to the recent report of New York Times. This New Normal has altered the purchasing behaviours of many shoppers and one of the major implications is the shift on priorities. A lot of people now are spending towards functional and necessary items like food, wellness products, and of course, appliances. To answer the said demand, XTREME Appliances is releasing a premium quality and online-exclusive roster called the “X-Series”. The appliances under this new line were carefully selected to give comfort and efficiency to the consumers at its affordable price.

The Terrace: Samsung brings first-of-its-kind outdoor, weather-proof 4K Smart TV to PH

When people think of “home entertainment,” they usually think of the living room, where electronic gadgets are safe from the elements. With the release of their new The Terrace line, Samsung breaks barriers to bring entertainment outdoors with the first ever weather-proof TV and Soundbar. 

As a global leader in TV innovation, creating an optimal entertainment space outdoors has always been a goal for Samsung. While a standard television could get the job done, The Terrace’s IP55 water-resistance build takes it a step further to give you peace of mind, especially with the unpredictable rainy season in the Philippines. 

Level up your kitchen duties for the Holidays

The pandemic may have cancelled a lot of celebrations this 2020, but Christmas isn’t going to be one of them! 

Holiday prep is going to be a lot different this year, but you can keep family traditions alive and just as bright with some extra preparation. And since dining out may not be the best way to go, there’s a new battleground this season - the kitchen. 

With the COVID-19 anxieties adding to the expected mayhem of the holiday rush, here are three easy must-dos to effectively manage and ensure a safer kitchen for the holidays.

Keep your Motorcycle Safe: How to protect your motorcycle from theft, vandalism

Since the start of community quarantines and lockdowns, motorcycles became even more valuable since these serve as the perfect vehicle amid today's "new normal." Consequently, however, because of its size, it is a vehicle that is easy to steal.  

Despite a drop in crime rates due to the pandemic, riders can never be too complacent, especially when guidelines become more relaxed. Since bikes represent an important investment for its owners, Honda Philippines Inc. (HPI), the No.1 motorcycle manufacturer in the country, shares some simple tips on how owners can better protect their investment. 

UNIQLO Expresses Gratitude to Everyone for making LifeWear part of their Everyday life with the Kanshasai Festival Offers

Japanese global apparel retailer, UNIQLO, celebrates the Kanshasai (Thank You) Festival through special offers in all stores nationwide from December 4-10.

Since its launch in the Philippines in 2012, UNIQLO has constantly innovated products and services to bring better design and better comfort at affordable prices—all to serve and meet the ever changing needs of Filipinos. UNIQLO wants to express their gratitude to their customers with the following offers:

Women’s Ultra Light Down Jacket

The Women’s Ultra Light Down Jacket has been redesigned with a special lining to be static-free. It now also has a longer and thinner silhouette while maintaining its pocketable design to be easily stored in the carrying pouch. It. 

First global Filipino NGO creates #lightitforward giant tableaux to pay tribute to frontliners

At sunset today, as the nation celebrates Bonifacio Day, a Philippine flag of epic proportions will emerge from the darkness to light up the historic grounds of Luneta Park. The unveiling of the giant image is expected to send a message of hope and solidarity to a world still reeling from the Covid pandemic. 

The flag’s outlines will be defined by over 3,000 sustainable lamps individually assembled by volunteers from all over the country who have united for the project. “This is our tribute to heroism on a global scale, a tribute to all the Filipino frontliners worldwide who have fought to contain the pandemic. It is a profound expression of solidarity with those who have risked life and limb to be in the frontlines of the fight,” said Illac Diaz, Founder of Liter of Light and organizer of the event