Sunday, October 20, 2024

Currently on Your Period? You Don’t Have to Give Up Exercising

6 Tips for staying consistent with your fitness routine even on red days

When it’s that time of the month, it can be tempting to skip workouts and lounge on the couch. However, staying active during your period can alleviate symptoms, improve your mood, and boost your overall well-being. To help you stay at your best and support your active lifestyle even during your red days, Santé Moments Anion Sanitary Napkins are here as your reliable partner, allowing you to maintain your fitness routine and love every moment of your day, anytime, period.

Here are six tips for maintaining your exercise routine:

Listen to Your Body. Listen to your body and adjust your workouts accordingly. Whether you're energized or feeling fatigued during your period, choose workouts that match your comfort level—opt for yoga or a brisk walk if needed. Santé Moments Anion Sanitary Napkins provides a range of products for every cycle phase, from day pads to night pads, ensuring you stay comfortable no matter how you move.

Saturday, October 19, 2024

Philippine Seven Corporation Celebrates 40 Years with the Opening of Its 4000th Store

Celebrating four decades of bringing convenience to every Filipino neighborhood

Philippine Seven Corporation (PSC), the exclusive licensee of 7-Eleven in the Philippines, marked an extraordinary milestone with the grand opening of its 4000th store in Newport District, Pasay City, celebrating four decades of being a beloved fixture with Filipinos. From its humble beginnings to becoming a beloved nationwide icon, PSC continues to bring convenience and comfort to its customers every day.

Tuesday, October 15, 2024

Grab PH Opens Doors for Future Business, STEM, Sustainability Leaders

The leading superapp is now accepting new GrabScholar applications

Grab Philippines Country Head Ronald Roda [center] spearheads the official launch of GrabScholar Batch 3

Grab Philippines, together with partner and co-facilitator Bagosphere, is once again ready to welcome a fresh batch of applications for its GrabScholar program. This new cohort will mark the third generation of Filipino GrabScholars since the program's official launch in the country last 2023.

Gear Up for the Ultimate Showdown in e-Motorsports:The Gazoo Racing Gran Turismo Cup Asia Finals 2024

15 finalists from across the region vie for a chance to represent Asia

TOYOTA GAZOO Racing (TGR) Asia is excited to reveal the 15 finalists set to compete in the Gazoo Racing Gran Turismo (GR GT) Cup Asia Finals 2024 – an electrifying e-Motorsports event played on “Gran Turismo 7” for PlayStation®5* (PS5®) and PlayStation®4* (PS4®). The highly anticipated finals will take place on 13 October 2024 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, where top racers from Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, and Thailand will battle for a coveted spot in the global GR GT Cup later this year.

Monday, October 14, 2024

Schneider Electric: 98% of PH companies have sustainability targets, 22% to invest $1M+ in sustainability in the next 2 years

Improving digitalization and enhancing supply chain sustainability identified as the two biggest areas of planned investment

98% of PH companies have established sustainability targets, with 22% planning to invest at least USD 1M or more into sustainability in the next 2 years

In Asia, sustainability is a high priority for 60% of business leaders, and nearly half have established comprehensive strategies and targets

Schneider Electric, the leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, announced findings from its annual Green Impact Gap survey. It underscores Asia Pacific’s sustainability journey. According to the survey, 98% of PH companies have established sustainability targets, 22% plan to invest at least USD 1M or more towards their sustainability agenda in the next 2 years. Additionally, the primary focus for this investment includes prioritizing digitalization as a key driver of their sustainability strategies. 

Schneider Electric spoke to 4,500 leaders across nine countries to gather perspectives of business leaders in the Asia Pacific region. The markets include Indonesia, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam. The survey was conducted with the market research company, Milieu Insight.

Sunday, October 13, 2024

MMDA Empowers Vitas Communities Through Waste Management Seminar

The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA),  through the Metro Manila Flood Management Project (MMFMP), continues to drive community-based solid waste management (SWM) initiatives by conducting its SWM seminar series.

This seminar aims to educate and empower communities about the environmental impact and benefits of proper solid waste management (SWM) practices, like waste segregation at source and storage, recovery and recycling, and disposal. This initiative targets to demonstrate to residents and empower barangays with the necessary knowledge on how proper waste management can be a source of economic gain, offering a real incentive for communities to adopt and sustain these practices.

Friday, October 11, 2024

Empowering Communities, Awarding Success: MMDA and Coca-Cola Recognize Metro Manila’s Top Barangays for Recycling Achievements

The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) and Coca-Cola Beverages Philippines Inc. (CCBPI) recently hosted the awarding ceremony for the "Tapon to Ipon: Basta Klaro, Panalo! Barangay Contest" at the MMDA Arena. The event marked the culmination of a four-month initiative that encouraged barangays to actively collect and recycle the most clear PET plastic bottles, Coca-Cola returnable glass bottles (RGBs) and crates, as part of a broader effort to promote environmental sustainability and responsible waste management.

The Tapon to Ipon initiative, which integrates CCBPI’s "Tapon to Ipon: Basta Klaro, Panalo!" program with the MMDA’s Mobile Materials Recovery Facility (MMRF) project, has been instrumental in engaging communities in resource recovery and waste reduction. Twenty-one (21) barangays participated in the contest, which ran from April to July 31, 2024, with the top-performing barangays being recognized and rewarded for their efforts.

Each of the barangays exchanged clear PET bottles and Coca-Cola returnable glass bottles as well as small and big crates, with assigned equivalent points for Coca-Cola products.

Wednesday, October 9, 2024

What Your Gut Health Says About You

Your gut is not just a digestive organ; it's your body's second brain. The health of your gut plays a significant role in your overall well-being, influencing everything from your mood to your metabolism. Taking care of your gut and paying attention to your "gut feel" can provide valuable clues to your health in two ways:

You are a gut defender if…

You believe that prevention is better than cure. You know your body well, you listen to its cues, and you are always on the lookout for ways to keep your health in tip-top shape.

You normally don’t have unexpected health issues, but when you find yourself in a different environment, you know your gut may start to bubble. However, with every new place, diet, or even schedule, you take the necessary steps to let your gut adjust to your surroundings.

Tuesday, October 8, 2024

Toyota endorses first model End-of-Life Vehicle dismantler in the Philippines

Ceremonial inauguration of En Tsumugi ELV Dismantler Corporation. In photo (from left) are Mitsui & Co., Ltd. - Manila Branch Country Chairman Kazuhiro Nomura, Toyota Motor Philippines Corporation President Masando Hashimoto, Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) Technical Division Chief Joel Bolano, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Japan to the Philippines Kazuya Endo, Japan International Cooperation Agency Philippines Chief Representative Takema Sakamoto, En Tsumugi ELV Dismantler Corporation Lead Representative Riczon Hung, and Tsuruoka Co., Ltd. President and CEO Masaaki Tsuruoka.

Automotive leader Toyota has endorsed En Tsumugi ELV Dismantler Corporation as a model End-of-Life Vehicle (ELV) dismantling facility, the first of its kind in the country, located in Mexico, Pampanga.

Monday, October 7, 2024

Chevron Renews Partnership with Edukasyon.ph to Offer Training and Employment Support for Scholars in Cloud Computing through AWS re/Start program

Chevron Philippines Inc. (CPI) has renewed its partnership with Edukasyon.PH to offer training and employment assistance to underserved individuals through the AWS re/Start program. (From left to right: Jason Gaisono, Board Member at Edukasyon.ph, Sophia Isabelle C. Fontanilla, Board Member at Edukasyon.ph, Raissa Bautista, Corporate Affairs Manager CPI, and Joel Gaviola, Corporate Affairs Advisor CPI.)

Chevron Philippines Inc (CPI), marketer of the Caltex brand of fuel and lubricants, has signed a partnership once again with Edukasyon.ph to offer cloud computing training and employment support for disadvantaged individuals through the AWS re/Start program. 

The collaboration between Chevron and Edukasyon.ph underscored their shared commitment to the educational development of underserved individuals. 

PAL in Collaboration with DC Justice League Brings Family Flights to Adventurous New Heights

With few things more wondrous to kids than being in the clouds and more awesome than having superpowers, Philippine Airlines (PAL) partners with DC Justice League in their mission to create unforgettable experiences for little fliers and their families.

Look—up in the sky!

PAL Junior Jetsetters are now able to join the epic adventures of DC Justice League at 30,000 feet in the air, via the hero-themed activities in their Junior Jetsetter Kit:

Each Junior Jetsetter Kit contains: an activity book, bag tag or Rubik’s cube, and stackable crayon

Available on long-haul flights from and to Manila for these destinations: Los Angeles, San Francisco, New York, Honolulu, Toronto, Vancouver, Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Dubai, Riyadh, Dammam, and Doha, the action-packed kits keep little hands busy and kids’ thrill-seeking imaginations soaring. The Junior Jetsetter Kits are for young fliers to take with them and keep the adventure going.

Sunday, October 6, 2024

GabayGuro and mWell hold PH’s first and biggest Health and Wellness Festival for Teachers

In celebration of its 17th anniversary, Gabay Guro holds the country’s first Health and Wellness Festival for Teachers as it launches its new program pillar with mWell on October 6 at the Ynares Sports Complex in Pasig City

Teachers play a vital role in instilling values, inspiring dreams, and laying the foundation for a brighter tomorrow. Taking care of our teachers is taking care of our children too. The Wellness Fest is a new initiative that underscores the importance of teachers’ holistic well-being, recognizing how vital mental and physical health are in enhancing educational success and empowering educators to thrive in their roles.

FEU boosts cross-cultural education, hosts US students

Far Eastern University (FEU), through its International Relations Office (IRO), reinforced its dedication to international collaboration by hosting a three-week Study Abroad Program of De Anza College, USA. Its aim was to introduce the Philippines’ enriching cultural and educational experiences to students from outside the country, thus bridging global gaps and fostering international understanding.

FEU-IRO hosted 15 students and 2 faculty members from the US college to experience life in the Philippines through guided cultural tours, diverse lectures, and community engagement activities. 

“We are thrilled to host De Anza College students in our transformative study abroad program. This partnership broadens perspectives and fosters meaningful connections between our institutions. By sharing Philippine culture with international students, we encourage them to enhance their global awareness while promoting our rich heritage," said IRO Director Driselle Pajuyo.

Saturday, October 5, 2024

Digital Revolution in Talisay: PLDT Enterprise Centralizes Communication for More Efficient Public Service

Forging a Digital Future: PLDT Enterprise and the Municipality of Talisay, Batangas Seal Partnership to Enhance Public Service Through Digital Solutions. From left to right: Arman Garcia, Head of LGU-South Luzon, PLDT Enterprise; Ruby Montoya, Vice President and Head of Enterprise Revenue Group, PLDT Enterprise; Hon. Nestor Natanauan, Municipal Mayor of Talisay, Batangas; and Alfredo Anciado, Municipal Administrator of Talisay, Batangas, during the ceremonial signing of the partnership agreement to enhance the municipality’s communication infrastructure and drive digital transformation.

Thursday, October 3, 2024

Generika Drugstore, Ayala Foundation’s Scholarship Program Empowers Next Generation of Pharmacists

Scholars smile with Generika Drugstore and Ayala Foundation, Inc. (AFI) officials during a virtual meet-and-greet before their semester started in August.

Aspiring pharmacist Micaella Abedejos from Davao City is pursuing her degree for a deeply personal reason: she wants to help her sick grandmother, who is taking several medications.

"Whenever I come home from school, my grandmother would ask me about her medications, and being able to explain it to her made me happy," 20-year-old Micaella shared. 

Her knowledge from pharmacy school empowered her to explain to her grandmother the purpose of each medication, helping her manage her health and avoid potential errors. To Micaella, this is the important role pharmacists play in the community—to educate and empower the vulnerable sectors of our society.

Wednesday, October 2, 2024

Kubota Philippines: Sowing Seeds for the Future

In the heart of Philippine agriculture, Kubota Philippines Inc. (KPI) stands as a beacon of innovation and progress. With a rich legacy spanning decades, KPI has been instrumental in shaping the agricultural landscape of the Philippines. Kubota's commitment to providing cutting-edge technology and reliable machinery has strengthened its position as a trusted partner for Filipino farmers, contributing significantly to the country's pursuit of food security and sustainable agriculture.

Beyond just providing equipment, Kubota Philippines has had a significant impact on the industry by being a leader in empowering local farmers with thorough training programs and creative agricultural solutions. By offering world-class solutions to enhance productivity and sustainability, KPI is giving local farmers a chance to help the Philippine agricultural sector grow and be more competitive.