Friday, February 25, 2022

LRMC welcomes new LRT-1 Baclaran Expansion Depot, ramps up electromechanical works for future system

LRT-1 private operator Light Rail Manila Corporation (LRMC) is poised to provide a modern railway system as it welcomes the civil works completion of the LRT-1 Baclaran Expansion Depot and gears up for the operations and maintenance of the new facility.

The expanded Baclaran Depot of the LRT-1 Cavite Extension Project was inaugurated in a ceremony led by officials from the Department of Transportation (DOTr), Light Rail Transit Authority (LRTA), Embassy of Japan, Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), and Pasay City Local Government. With the expansion of the LRT-1 Baclaran Depot, 4.2 hectares were added to the existing 6.4-hectare Baclaran Depot, giving way to more rail tracks and maintenance facilities to support more trainsets. The expansion project was funded through the Philippine government’s Official Development Assistance (ODA) received from the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA).

Thursday, February 24, 2022

Thinking of a short vacation? Get the most out of the long weekend with ShopeePay

Need a change of scenery or want to take advantage of the long weekend? Then a getaway with family or friends is just what you need! But before you get too excited about taking a vacation, remember to assess and determine if it’s advisable to travel. Whether it’s an out of town trip that’s weeks in the making or just a quick, laid back staycation—safety should always be the number one priority.

Once you’ve ticked all the safety boxes, then it’s time to plan the perfect getaway. Here are some ideas on how to get the most out of your vacation when you use ShopeePay, Shopee’s all-in-one e-wallet:      

February is for taking care of your mouth too!

This Oral Health Month, learn about mouth sores and how to better care for your mouth

Everybody knows that February is the month of love, but did you know that it’s also Oral Health Month? Starting out as National Dental Health Week back in 1951 and expanding into a month-long celebration by 2004, Oral Health Month’s goal is to encourage the public to take care of their oral health, as well as urge those in the dental services sector to reach out to communities with limited access to dental care.

This year is a little different. Because of the pandemic, many individuals are not able to visit their dentist as regularly as before. That is why this year’s Oral Health Month theme is “Brushing is a Must, Kahit Naka-Mask”, to reiterate the importance of oral health, especially during a time when face-to-face dental services and check-ups are difficult to avail.

Tuesday, February 22, 2022

FedEx and BigCommerce join forces to empower SMEs to tap soaring e-commerce opportunities

BigCommerce merchants can now access FedEx e-commerce solutions at competitive rates. New merchants also get two months of free services on BigCommerce.

FedEx Express (FedEx), a subsidiary of FedEx Corp. (NYSE: FDX) and one of the world’s largest express transportation companies, announced a new alliance with BigCommerce (Nasdaq: BIGC), an open SaaS e-commerce platform. BigCommerce merchants signing up for the FedEx-BigCommerce alliance program can enjoy enhanced shipping capabilities, with access to a premium delivery experience for their customers at reasonable prices. 

Saturday, February 19, 2022

UNIQLO Launches Its 2022 SpringSummer LifeWear Collection

Japanese global apparel retailer, UNIQLO, shows us the joys of clothing as it presents its Spring/Summer collection for 2022. The collection provides fresh, comfortable, functional, and stylish pieces perfect for the season, whether one is in the city, nature, at home, or the seaside. 

THE JOYS OF CLOTHING

For this season, UNIQLO focuses on the simple joys that come to life when people and clothes find each other. In its latest lineup, there’s a blazer or dress that captures modern life in the city, a relaxing and roomy pair of shorts for that trip to the great outdoors, and breezy linens and madras shirts in lively colors that can be worn at the beach. UNIQLO presents four sub-themes this season and what ties all these together is that they bring happiness and comfort to its wearer during these sunny days.

Over 2 Million Pesos Worth of Bill Credits Given Away in Bayad’s “Bills Mo, Sagot Ko!” Raffle Promo

With more than 90,000 on-site payment touchpoints nationwide, Bayad holds true to its purpose of providing ease in payments, anchored on its commitment in bringing financial services closer to and easier for more Filipinos.

Bayad’s “Bills Mo, Sagot Ko!” (BMSK) raffle promo was launched in a time when people most needed support in settling their bills as a result of health crisis mobility.

Through the BMSK raffle promo, 100 lucky customers will enjoy Php5,000 worth of bill rebates monthly, starting November 1, 2021 until March 31, 2022. Bayad will be selecting 20 winners each from Metro Manila, North Luzon, South Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao, providing equal chances to customers across all regions.

Friday, February 18, 2022

Returning to the Workplace: Safeguarding Communal Areas Against COVID-19 is Prime Concern for Employers

Companies in the Philippines are preparing for a hybrid working set-up in 2022, strategizing COVID-19 risk mitigation plans for employees reporting in-office

Global Leader in Hydration Solutions Waterlogic presents high-grade purifying technology Aqua SmartGuard as a much-needed addition for COVID-proof office spaces

The Aqua Smartguard by Waterlogic is a must-have for pandemic-proof offices ready to welcome employees this 2022

The Philippines welcomed the Lunar New Year on a high note as the government relaxed restrictions in the National Capital Region and seven other provinces to Alert Level 2. The easing of the alert level is expected to encourage mobility and commerce, favoring the country’s plans of stimulating the growth and revenue flow of businesses gravely impacted by the pandemic – most especially micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs). With the improving pandemic situation of the Philippines, companies are exploring hybrid work set-ups consisting of both in-office and remote reporting.