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Huawei announces Seeds for the Future Program 2.0, planning to invest US$150 million in talent development over the next five years

Huawei on Thursday (July 8th) announced its Seeds for the Future Program 2.0, through which Huawei plans to invest US$150 million in digital talent development over the next five years. This program is expected to benefit more than 3 million additional people.

Huawei held a “Tech & Sustainability: Everyone’s Included” forum, co-hosted by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN). Representatives from Huawei, IUCN, the World Economic Forum, Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), Global Enabling Sustainability Initiative (GeSI), and Singapore Institute of International Affairs (SIIA) participated to discuss the role of technology in driving sustainability and building a more inclusive, eco-friendly world.

• Promoting equal access to education and talent development

According to a 2020 report by UNICEF and the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), about 2.2 billion people aged 25 years or younger still lack internet connections at home.

“Digital skills and literacy are not just the foundation for the digital economy; they are also a basic human right defined by the United Nations,” said Huawei’s Chairman Liang Hua at the forum. “Today we are announcing Huawei’s Seeds for the Future Program 2.0. As part of our commitment to continuously developing talent, we will invest US$150 million in this program over the next five years and help college students and young people improve their digital skills. This program is expected to benefit more than 3 million additional people.”

Huawei is committed to helping develop digital talent in the countries where it operates. In 2008, Huawei began to roll out talent development programs, through scholarships, technology competitions, and digital skills training, and has invested more than US$150 million in these programs. Huawei has since benefited more than 1.54 million people from over 150 countries.

The Seeds for the Future program is designed to inspire local talents and encourage seeds for the society to tackle digital challenges. The program has benefited more than 100 students in the Philippines.

As an echo for the forum, Huawei Asia Pacific held the APAC Media Virtual Roundtable with laser focus on addressing digital inclusion and sustainable development of this region. Jay Chen, Vice President of Huawei Asia Pacific, announced Huawei’s plan to cultivate more than 40,000 ICT talent in the next five years through multiple programs including Seeds for the Future in the region.

“In the digital economy, digital talent is playing an increasingly important role in driving digital transformation and economic growth. The access to education is vital for creating opportunities that support sustainable and fair development. Due to the pandemic, we are moving the program online and opening it up to more outstanding students than ever before,” said Jay Chen.

In the Asia Pacific, Huawei has been a firm enabler for building an inclusive talent ecosystem. Amid the pandemic, collaborations with top universities are accelerating. Till now, Huawei has built collaborations with around 200 universities in countries across the Asia Pacific and over 40 universities in the Philippines.

• Addressing environmental challenges and enabling green development

Climate change and environmental issues are becoming global challenges. Though carbon emissions declined over the past year due to the economic slowdown and worldwide lockdowns, emissions are rapidly rebounding as economies reopen. Shifting to a circular economy and achieving sustainable development is now a common goal for all countries.

“Green and sustainable development has become a top priority for global economies,” said Liang. “Huawei has been leveraging its extensive experience in power electronics and energy storage as well as technical expertise in 5G, cloud, and AI, to develop its digital power business and provide digital power solutions for different industries. As of December 2020, Huawei’s digital power products and solutions have generated 325 billion kWh of electricity from renewable sources and saved a total of 10 billion kWh of electricity. These efforts have resulted in a reduction of 160 million tons in CO2 emissions.”

In Singapore, for example, Huawei FusionSolar Solution has supported Sunseap Group, a solar energy solutions provider, to build the world’s largest offshore floating Photovoltaic (PV) farms. With 13,312 solar panels, 40 inverters, and more than 30,000 floats, this five-hectare sea-based solar plant is estimated to produce up to 6,022,500 kWh of energy per year, supplying enough power for 1250 four-room public housing flats on the island and offsetting an estimated 4258 tons of carbon dioxide, according to Bruce Li, Managing Director of the Huawei Asia-Pacific Enterprise Digital Power Business.

“By working together, countries can mutually support one another to meet their sustainability commitments. There are many areas where digital technology can support this, such as in enabling a transparent and verifiable carbon market. Singapore’s public and private sectors have expressed interest in working with its neighbors on climate action,” said Associate Professor Simon Tay, Chairman of SIIA at the forum.

• About Seeds for the Future Program

Seeds for the Future is Huawei’s flagship global CSR program. The program was launched in 2008 in Thailand. This program aims to develop skilled, local ICT talent and bridge communication between countries and cultures. By sharing our ICT expertise and experiences in the global business environment, young people from different countries can learn about advanced technologies in the ICT industry and accumulate ICT expertise and skills through the Seeds for the Future program, contributing to the progress of the global ICT industry. This program helps develop local ICT talents, enhance knowledge transfer, promote a greater understanding and interest in the telecommunications sector, and improve and encourage regional building and participation in the digital community.

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Featured photo: Huawei’s Chairman Liang Hua speaks at the Tech & Sustainability: Everyone’s Included forum

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Modern ways to wear Filipiniana

A cropped terno top worn with slim silk pants . . . Art Deco-inspired black embroidery on a white silk terno top and ruffled skirt . . . an exquisitely embroidered capelet over a red shantung silk gown . . . a playful inabel terno top with pineapple designs.

These are some of the Kultura Filipino’s Modern Filipiniana designs for the contemporary Filipina. And you’ll be amazed how the traditional Filipiniana attire has been transformed into inventive and exciting new looks.

The iconic butterfly-sleeved terno gets a fresh new look worn with pants and other modern pieces. Natural materials like pinasilk and jusi are woven by local artisans into stylish pieces with exquisite hand painting and embroidery. Inabel fabric from the Ilocos region is updated with innovative designs.

In this time that intimate events and special occasions with health protocols are now allowed, make that moment memorable and meaningful and dress up with fashionable Modern Filipiniana and Barong Tagalog from Kultura.

The collection consists of both classic and modern silhouettes – tops, skirts, and dresses that can be worn together or mix and match. Many of the pieces are embroidered or hand-painted by artisans in our partner communities of weavers, embroiderers, farmers, and workers, making each unique and a true labor of love.

Perfect for small intimate events and special occasions, the Modern Filipiniana and Barong Tagalog collections are available at Kultura Stores.  You can also shop thru our website: www.kulturafilipino.com or thru Call to Deliver 09175174096.  Kultura ships here and abroad.

Featured photos: Feminine hand-painted silk cocoon barong top with puffed sleeves and is paired with a navy mikado silk ball gown skirt, beautifully embroidered silk cocoon capelet paired with a red shantung silk gown.

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PH Pandemic Updates: More COVID-19 variants detected in ongoing biosurveillance

The Department of Health (DOH), the University of the Philippines – Philippine Genome Center (UP-PGC), and the University of the Philippines – National Institutes of Health (UP-NIH) report the detection of additional cases of two Delta (B.1.617.2) variant cases, 132 Alpha (B.1.1.7) variant cases, 119 Beta (B.1.351) variant cases, and three Theta (P.3) variant cases based on the latest whole genome sequencing report.

On DELTA VARIANT Cases:

The two new Delta variant cases are Returning Overseas Filipinos (ROFs) with travel history from Saudi Arabia. Both arrived in the Philippines on May 29, 2021, and have completed the requisite 10-day isolation period. They have been discharged from the quarantine facility after being tagged as recovered.

On ALPHA VARIANT Cases:

Of the additional 132 Alpha variant cases detected, 125 are local cases, one is an ROF, and six are being verified as to whether these are local or ROF cases. Based on the case line list, 15 cases have died and 117 cases have been tagged as recovered. The Alpha variant cases now total 1,217.

On BETA VARIANT Cases:

Of the additional 119 Beta variant cases detected, 111 are local cases, two are ROFs, and six cases are being verified as to whether these are local or ROF cases. Based on the case line list, three cases are currently active, 104 cases have been tagged as recovered, and 12 cases have died. The total Beta variant cases are now 1,386.

On THETA VARIANT Cases:

The additional three Theta variant cases are local cases and have already been tagged as recovered.

Currently, the Theta variant is not identified as a variant of concern (VOC) since more data is needed to conclude whether the variant will have significant public health implications.

The DOH reminds all fully vaccinated individuals to continue following the prescribed minimum public health standards to ensure that transmission of COVID-19 is minimized.

Mass gatherings are especially discouraged regardless of vaccination status, as these are the main drivers of outbreaks among unvaccinated persons in countries with relatively high vaccination rates.

The DOH is also committed to working closely with all stakeholders to ensure that border control measures are strictly implemented.

Source: https://doh.gov.ph/

Featured photo courtesy of Gustavo Fring on Pexels

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The Gonzaga Sisters sing praises of water for health and beauty

A lot of money is spent on cosmetics, facelifts, and other so-called beauty solutions to achieve young skin and a smooth, glowing complexion. The same goes for fitness products, supplements, gym fees, and equipment to possess a fit, healthy and ageless body.

But did you know that the simple, often costless solution to all those must-haves is just right under our noses? The answer is water.

If your skin is dry, dull, and prone to getting wrinkles, maybe you’re just not drinking enough water. Besides changing weather conditions and environmental irritants, not drinking enough water can give you a dry complexion.

As we grow older, the skin slows its production of the substances that keep our faces hydrated. Hydration becomes more and more important to keep skin elastic and wrinkle-free. Hydrated skin does look more plump, healthy, and youthful-looking. And here’s the thing. Hydration also keeps skin from being oily. Did you know that dehydrated skin produces more oil to compensate for the lack of inner moisture?

When it comes to health and fitness, water is the perfect solution as well. Water maintains our digestive, heart, and lung functions help lubricate our joints, protects our tissues, regulates our body temperature and so much more.

Contrary to common impressions, drinking more water will reduce bloat and flush out toxins, minimizing the harmful results of salty foods and snacks.

Some studies say water also helps with weight loss. Drinking a glass of water before a meal can help decrease appetite, help with portion control, aid in food digestion, and boost metabolism. If water is consumed instead of high-calorie drinks, it reduces calorie intake as well.

So how much water should you drink? Experts say eight glasses or two liters per day. But water requirements may differ based on age, environment, and activity levels. The more active you are, the more water you should drink.

The Gonzaga Sisters, Toni, and Alex are certified water buffs, the reason why they were selected by Nature’s Spring Water to be their official icons. Alex takes two liters of water per day while Toni is meticulous about the water she drinks, making sure it’s always bottled water she’s taking “because it’s safe, it’s sealed and you can trust it”.

Toni Gonzaga

“I didn’t believe in hydration before, but now I do. I know how water flushes out all the toxins in your body that you get from whatever you eat or drink. I always feel good after drinking water. And I also drink water to lose weight. It helps me to stay regular and I noticed that my “puson” (belly) is trimmer when I take water instead of juices and sugary drinks,” says Alex.

“When you drink water, you’re moisturizing your body and your inner beauty. Your cells are given more life, and this helps you glow. When you’re clean from within, you glow,” adds Toni.

Alex Gonzaga

The dynamic sisters continue to make waves in whatever passion they pursue, their respective YouTube vlogs, among others, where they have millions of subscribers. Visit www.naturespring.com.ph for more hydration tips and subscribe to Nature’s Spring newsletter to get 10% off on your first purchase.

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Hospitality Industry News: Ways to enjoy scrumptious takeaway meals, or upscale al fresco dining, and perks for international travelers

As the world welcomes a new normal, customers continue searching for ways to enjoy delicious meals from the comfort of their homes. The Bellevue Hotels and Resorts (BH&R) steps up to these cravings with top-notch dishes that put quality at the forefront without compromising on sanitary standards and convenience.

Conversely, with restaurant dining restrictions eased in the metropolis, three City of Dreams Manila restaurants step up to offer distinct and upscale al fresco experiences combining picturesque outdoor views with a delectable collection of finest cuisines and five-star service.  Tucked in their respective idyllic spaces, the patios of Nobu Manila, Wave and Breezes also conveniently provide misting fans for the added comfort of diners.

Meanwhile, HotelPlanner dives all in for new local sports association partnerships by teaming up with Singapore Swimming Club. HotelPlanner is the world’s largest seller of online group hotel bookings and a leading provider of custom hotel booking solutions.

  • Bellevue Hotels and Resorts opens doors for exciting new food and beverage offers

The heart of service at Bellevue is an understanding of just how hard it can be to juggle working from home with house chores and meal preps. That is why from Alabang to Quezon City, a unique variety of platters, ala carte specials, and more are ready for guests to enjoy at the Phoenix Court (Bellevue Manila), Prime Cafe (B Hotel Alabang), and Johnny’s Steak and Grill (B Hotel Quezon City) or bring home to their families—minus the stress!

BH&R’s new and improved social media channels have active Shop tabs that take you to their own shopping platforms on Facebook and Instagram! Now, anyone can order their favorites and try out new cuisines with a simple click or swipe of their device. Customers are free to decide if they prefer to pick up their orders at the hotels’ designated drive-through areas or have them delivered via courier service.

For meetings and events, customers may also avail of meals made with love by talented in-house chefs through the innovative “B To Go” delivery service, which provides a generous selection of snacks, packed meals, and food platters for corporate meetings and intimate social gatherings. Every order comes with bottles of water and hypoallergenic Clean Code alcohol spray for the comfort of each guest.

BH&R restaurants all across the Metro are also answering the need for easier access to their offerings through their partnership with GrabFood! Guests are now a few taps away from having Bellevue bestsellers delivered to their doorsteps.

Don’t wait any longer! Rediscover the scrumptious dishes from Bellevue Manila, B Hotel Alabang, and B Hotel Quezon City by placing your orders today.

For more information, please www.visit thebellevue.com or contact (+632) 828 8181.

  • In this season of al fresco dining, City of Dreams Manila hits the spot – at Nobu Manila, Wave, and Breezes

Few places can match the posh feel of City of Dreams’ al fresco spots:

 1) Nobu Manila

Bringing the renowned and hip vibe of Nobu restaurants around the globe that draw celebrities to its doors, Nobu Manila now also opens for lunch, serving to fill, and easy-to-serve donburi (Japanese rice bowl meal) specials and Bento lunch meals daily from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Al fresco diners at Nobu Manila’s floating cabanas and patio area surrounded by a lush garden, while indulging in the restaurant’s donburi menu which consists of six choices, from premium meats to the freshest seafood, served over steamed rice. These include: the signature Nobu Manila-style Pork Sisig, a mouthwatering dish of sous vide pork belly with aji amarillo aioli, poached egg and bacon furikake; and Nobu-style “Bistek”, a flavorful combination of beef cubes, shitake mushrooms, caramelized onions with yuzu soy; among others.

Nobu Manila-style Pork Sisig

Luxurious Bento meals are also available: the Assorted Sushi Bento, composed of house special cut rolls, salmon nigiri, tuna nigiri, and tamago; and the Nobu Premium Bento, a good choice for diners who opt to upgrade their donburi with field green salad in the signature Matsuhisa dressing, chicken gyoza, miso soup, and assorted fruit slices.

Other delectable items to delight sushi lovers include the spicy big eye tuna, salmon with avocado, eel with avocado, salmon skin, California roll, shrimp tempura roll, and vegetable sushi rolls. For dessert, Green Tea Leche Flan with azuki beans, goma tuile, and mochi bites; and the classic Leche Flan with caramel sauce cap the meal.

Nobu Manila is open daily from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. for dine-in and take-away. For dinner, a la carte and Nobu’s signature Omakase menus are offered.

2) Wave and Breezes

Two chic and contemporary restaurant-cum-bar venues situated at the urban enclave’s scenic pool deck — Wave, which is adjacent to Nobu Manila, and Breezes at Nuwa Manila – also make for pleasant open-air all-day dining.

Guests can choose from an array of all-time favorite fare and quick meals in an eclectic menu that includes splendid breakfast favorites, salads, savory sandwiches, and signature burgers, sumptuous pizzas, and excellent pasta varieties to complement homemade sauces.

Grilled Ribeye Tagliata at Breezes and Wave

Fish and chips, deep-fried calamari, and nachos are among the traditional light snacks that go well with the extensive array of refreshing smoothies, juices, cocktails, and spirits that complete the tropical vibe of both al fresco restaurants. By night, the two outlets transform into trendy tropical bars, replete with mood lighting.

Lilting music wafting in the background lures diners to leisurely enjoy tempting entrées that include: Grilled Beef Rib Eye Tagliata with roasted onions, confit garlic, and arugula greens; Crispy Pork Belly with snow pea tendrils, mustard and soy sauce with calamansi dip; and Baked Atlantic Salmon Steak with caramelized lemon and Pommery beurre blanc sauce, among others., Well-loved summer desserts are also offered, such as Halo-halo, banana split, ice creams, and sorbets.

Passion Fruit Lemonade and Strawberry Banana Smoothie at Breezes and Wave

Open daily, Wave and Breezes accept dine-in guests and take-away orders from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m.

The al fresco restaurants seat guests at 50% capacity, in observance of physical distancing. Reservations are encouraged due to limited seating.

For inquiries and reservations, call 8800-8080 or e-mail guestservices@cod-manila.com or visit www.cityofdreamsmanila.com. Explore more of City of Dreams Manila’s promotional offers, rewards, or instantly check Melco Club points with the new Melco Club App, available for free download on iOS and Android. 

  • The partnership gives each Singapore Swimming Club member a S$100 hotel voucher and exclusive group travel rates with HotelPlanner

HotelPlanner and the Singapore Swimming Club today announced a partnership that will give Club members exclusive group hotel booking rates around the world, once international travel restarts. Singapore Swimming Club is the country’s largest non-golfing, the members-only recreational club with world-class facilities.

Mr. Christopher Lee, Executive Vice President, Asia Pacific at HotelPlanner, said: “This partnership with Singapore Swimming Club is our first collaboration with a recreational club in Singapore, and we are delighted to support this premier organization. With pent-up demand for travel growing, we are also keen to explore more partnerships with other recreational and sporting associations in Singapore and the region.”

Brenden Gurusamy, General Manager of the Singapore Swimming Club, said: “HotelPlanner has had a long and successful track record partnering with renowned companies and organizations that support sporting activities and events, and we are honored to team up with them.”

HotelPlanner has been a proud supporter and partner of professional sporting events and leagues, including the National Basketball Association’s Philadelphia 76ers, the National Hockey League’s New Jersey Devils, and the Ladies Professional Golfing Association. Most recently, it pledged $30,000 in free hotel rooms in a campaign supporting the WBO cruiserweight world champion, British boxing star Lawrence Okolie.

Featured photos:  Nobu cabanas and BH&R’s food platters

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A new lease on life for Batangas entrepreneurs

Batangas has long hung its hat on its delectable foods and popular tourist hubs. From diving spots in Lian and Laiya to the well-known Taal Volcano to beloved dishes like Batangas Goto, these and so much more produced an environment where businesses—big and small—flourished.

All that changed, though, when the COVID-19 pandemic came and ravaged homes, lives, and businesses all around the world. With quarantine protocols, physical distancing, and travel restrictions hindering movement across Luzon, small business owners like Oliver Marasigan, proprietor of the “Original Batangas Goto” almost felt the pinch.

“Bago pa mangyari ang pandemya at normal pa ang kilos nating lahat, jampacked ang customer ko sa gotohan ko. Napakalaking bagay na ang pwesto ko ay sa gilid ng kalsada kitang-kita ako ng customer. 80 kilos na goto tinda ko at umaga palang taob na ang kaldero,” shared Marasigan.

“Pero ngayon, taob na ang alkansya namin. Ubos na ang puhunan, wala na rin kita dahil ipinasara kami ng lokal na pamahalaan at bawal na bawal pa lumabas. Aba eh kailangan namin mabuhay, hindi naman pwedeng aasa kami sa ayuda. Sabi ko sa sarili, ala eh laban na to!”

And persevere Marasigan did as he quickly transitioned his business online. However, he soon found out that the online realm presented entirely new challenges. One, in particular, gave him fits: the slow 3G Internet connection. This kept him from uploading pictures of his delectable goto dishes and getting orders from avid customers.

“Ang mga customer ko, otomatik yan basta nag upload ako, mag-me-message na yan minsan sa comment section, minsan sa messenger. Iinit ang ulo mo eh, alam mo kung bakit? Yung message nila hindi ko agad nababasa dahil napakabagal ng internet, napakahina ng signal. Nawala na ang order lumipad na ang kita sa hangin,” Marasigan relayed.

Monette Gusi, the Acuatico Beach Resort general manager, also shared Marasigan’s frustrations concerning sluggish Internet speeds.

“Nahihirapan kami maka-confirm ng mga visitors. Derecho kasi sa aming website makikita mo yung ano ang pwedeng i-offer ng Acuatico Beach Resort, amenities etc. At ang mga staff namin, naghahanap ng client online. Ang problema, nandyan na ang lahat ng elemento para sumigla ang resort at magpatuloy ang hanapbuhay ng mga tao – eh sasakit ang ulo mo dahil napakabagal ng internet. Yung mga staff lumalabas pa at naglalakad hanggang sa dulo ng beach makakuha lang ng signal. Pero, talagang poor internet connection. Ang resulta, walang bisita,” she said.

A major reason for poor internet connection is the use of 3G SIM which relies on old mobile technology.  3G is already considered obsolete and is being replaced by newer and faster 4G LTE all over the world.

Fortunately, things took a turn for the better when Globe upgraded cell towers in Batangas and nearby regions. With 4G LTE in Batangas, internet speeds in the area have vastly improved, which has led to better connectivity. This helped businesses come to life in the new normal.

“4G! 4-GOTO! Ayos! Taob na naman ang kaldero ng gotohan ko! Hindi na ako problemado sa bayaran ng tuition, bayaran sa kuryente’t tubig at matutustusan na ang pangangailangan namin!” gleefully said Marasigan.

With a faster and more stable Internet connection, tourist arrivals in Batangas have also picked up.

“Dahil sa 4G at mabilis na interconnection, dagsa ang mga booking queries. Nakita ng mga staff ko ang pag-asa na hindi kami magsasara dahil ang bisita sunud-sunod. Napakalaki ng epekto sa negosyo ng internet connection. Necessity na,” shared Gusi.

To fully experience the benefits of 4G LTE, Globe subscribers only need to have their old 3G SIM cards replaced with the 5G-ready 4G LTE SIMs and upgrade their mobile devices to 4G LTE capable ones. If quarantine protocols in their respective areas allow, customers can go to the nearest Globe Store to change their SIM cards for free.

Globe customers in San Juan, Batangas can upgrade their old 3G SIM cards to 5G-ready 4G LTE for free at the following stores:

  • Vergara’s Store, Brgy. Calublub
  • 3M Sister, Brgy. Calublub 2
  • Bernadette Store, Brgy. Subukin
  • Crismar Store, Brgy. Laiya Ibabao
  • Prince Store, Brgy. Palahanan II
  • Arg Store, Brgy. Maraykit
  • Lyn Store, Brgy. Quipot

“We care for our customers that’s why we are doing everything we can to make their experience better.   We are working double-time to bring connectivity to where it’s needed the most, to areas where a strong, reliable, and accessible internet will make the difference between survival or further hardships. We don’t want anyone to be left behind,” said Joel Agustin, Globe Senior Vice President for Program Delivery, Network Technical Group.

Globe strongly supports the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs) particularly UN SDG No. 9 that highlights the roles of infrastructure and innovation as crucial drivers of economic growth and development.

To know more about Globe, visit www.globe.com.ph.

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The leading e-commerce platform among Top 30 on the List of GradPhilippines’ Top Graduate Employers of 2021

Shopee, the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan, has been voted as one of the top 30 Graduate Employers to work for in the Philippines.

GradPhilippines, is a platform that connects students, recent graduates, and early career talents with potential job opportunities, employers, internships, and more. It is the most sought-after employer award in the Asia Pacific Region, especially in countries like Australia and New Zealand.

The Top 100 Graduate Employers list recognizes the highest quality and most popular graduate employers in the country and acknowledges exceptional employers who hire early-career talents. GradPhilippines’ methodology has been refined to reflect an employer’s popularity and quality. This is achieved by combining data from search engines, page views, and employee reviews. Through this, an objective and comprehensive ranking of graduate preferences have been determined.

Karen Perez, Head of Operations and HR Center of Excellence at Shopee Philippines, said, “Shopee is honored to make the list of GradPhilippines’ Top Graduate Employers of 2021.  In line with our ongoing effort to support the development of the future digital economy, it’s important that we train and support the next generation of talents in various categories for them to excel further in their careers. We value everyone at Shopee and are committed to taking care of our people culturally, virtually, and remotely. We look forward to grooming more young talents to enhance their skills and knowledge in the tech and e-commerce industry.”

Shopee prides itself on simplicity, positivity, and continuously providing opportunities for growth. Shopee has a strong company culture that’s dynamic and collaborative, which creates an open and honest environment that makes talents feel like an asset to the company.

As the economy bounces back from the repercussions of the pandemic, Shopee will continue to equip tech talents for e-commerce through programs like the Global Leaders Program (GLP). Launched in 2018, the Shopee Global Leaders Program is a two-year graduate program consisting of four six-month local and overseas rotations made for highly enthusiastic and ambitious young Filipino talents.

Participants will help drive Shopee’s campaigns and new initiatives by working with local and overseas teams. During the program, they can gain momentous experiences, regional exposure, and also contribute to the expansion of Shopee across the region. Participants will be part of a structured learning and development program and receive committed mentorship from Shopee leaders.

For more information about the Global Leaders Program, visit https://careers.shopee.ph/GLP

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Art News This Week

Featuring the exhibitions “Ovacion,” a homage to the Master Sanso, only losers left alive (love songs for the end of the world), and In Celebration of Creativity: A Homage to Junyee.

  • “Ovación,” a Homage to the Master Sansó

Online exclusive: July 3-18, 2021

“Ovación” is an exhibition that primarily centers around the idea of life and time of an older and more renowned artist as imagined by another. The participating artists aim to depict Sansó’s legacy and importance in the current context; simultaneously, the exhibition is meant to reflect on how an artist is influenced or shaped in his own time, and how ideas, thoughts, and inspiration flow continually from predecessors to the younger generation.

The exhibition pays tribute to the artist whom all have admired throughout the years. With great respect and reverence, Barbara Angeles, Joy Calanasan, Katrina Cuenca, Patrick Esmao, Ciara Fabie, and Perfecto Palero will showcase selected works that are in keeping with drawing inspiration from the original vision of the master, Juvenal Sansó.

Nightshade I by Patrick Esmao, 12×12 inches mixed media on canvas.

For “Ovación”, the participating artists hope to portray the master Sansó as each individual knew him: monumental in his importance in the art world, philosophical, and bearing witness to the unwinding of time by his careful and detailed observation of seascapes, landscapes, and flowers. The works focus on techniques and palettes that Sansó used in his oeuvre, with each artist’s unique take of the master’s approach.

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  • only losers left alive (love songs for the end of the world)

Exhibition dates: July 10-31, 2021 (part 1)

This group exhibition is a two-part project with a central proposition: if our world were to come to a screeching halt tomorrow, what would we be left with?

only losers left alive (love songs for the end of the world) features a roster of local and locally-based artists. It takes its visual and conceptual cues from cinema, featuring tableaux populated by objects, images, and sounds that evoke the moods of science fiction. It draws inspiration from films, such as La Jetée (1962), Brazil (1985), and 12 Monkeys (1995), that envision disaster and/or dystopia, but filters that vision through the nostalgic aesthetics of the past.

Providing the real-world context for the mood of despondency is, of course, the current pandemic, and the climate of fear, uncertainty, and paranoia in which the global population has been mired. With that backdrop in mind, only losers left alive (love songs for the end of the world) offer an oneiric vision of a calamity to come, understood through the memory of a yesterday that is mourned, lamented, grieved for.

Part one of the show takes place from July 10 to July 31 and features the work of Chok Si Xuan, Mark Chua & Lam Li Shuen, Hamkah Latib, Victoria Hertel, the collective Paradise Now, Sarah Isabelle Tan, Brandon Tay, and XUE. Works range from site-specific installations to video, to sound pieces that function as a soundtrack for space.

While only losers left alive (love songs for the end of the world) transitions from the first part to the second, two iterations of a performance by XUE, in collaboration with musician Rudi Osman, will happen on 3 August and 4 August, 7.30 pm at Yeo Workshop. The second half of the exhibition, which opens in August, will feature the work of Mark Chua & Lam Li Shuen, Victoria Hertel, Georgette Goh, Geraldine Lim, Masuri Mazlan, Sarah Isabelle Tan, Juria Toramae, and Samuel Xun.

For more information, visit https://www.facebook.com/YeoWorkshop

 

  • In Celebration of Creativity: A Homage to Junyee

Exhibition dates: June 26 to July 25

Altro Mondo is pleased to present In Celebration of Creativity: A Homage to Junyee. The exhibition will run from June 26 to July 25.  It’s an exhibition that pays homage to the Father of Philippine Installation Art, Luis Yee, Jr. (JunYee).

Throughout his long-standing career, Junyee has pioneered the craft of installation art and left a lasting impact on the development of art in the country. Now, both the artist himself and his striking breadth of work are honored in our exhibition, which will comprise more than 80 renowned artists and the entire gallery.

The gallery is open from Mondays to Saturdays 10-5 PM. For more information, visit https://www.facebook.com/altromondoart.

Featured photo: Bright Collar I by Perfecto Palero, 12×12 inches, acrylic on canvas

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Going gaga over McDonald’s BTS Meal

The recent launch of the BTS meal (on June 18, 2021) had all the Army’s going gaga over it. And even the general public who is fond of the popular Korean boy band.

The BTS Meal is McDonald’s’ newest collaboration with BTS, which includes 10pc Chicken McNuggets, Medium Fries, a Medium Coke, and two of the band’s handpicked dipping sauces – Sweet Chili and Cajun – closely inspired by the store’s recipes from McDonald’s South Korea.

The new Sweet Chili Sauce has a sweet and chili pepper heat with a slight vinegar-y flavor. Whereas, the new Cajun Sauce is a hot mustard flavor with a sweet and slightly sour taste, with a background of Cajun spices.

The BTS Meal and the new Sweet Chili and Cajun sauces are only available for a limited time.

The BTS Meal comes with one set of special packaging for Chicken McNuggets, Beverage Cup, Sauces, and Take-out Bag.

No reservation is needed to order The BTS Meal from June 18 onwards. Just visit the McDonald’s participating stores to order.

The 20% discount and 12% VAT exemption (for both Senior Citizens and PWDs) are applicable for the personal consumption of the cardholder.

The BTS Meal can be availed via McDelivery Send to Many for simultaneous deliveries in various locations nationwide. Please visit McDelivery.com.ph to order.

Our household didn’t let the promo pass without tasting the BTS meal. Place your order now while it’s still available.

Featured photo courtesy of https://www.mcdonalds.com.ph/

Source: https://www.mcdonalds.com.ph/

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Phenomenal Star Maine Mendoza releases “Lost With You” Music Video

Maine Mendoza’s music video of her dreamy romantic love song entitled Lost With You is out now on Universal Records Youtube Channel. The phenomenal star follows her latest single with an equally enchanting video that made it to the trending music chart on YouTube just 24 hours after its official launch.

Kapuso star Vince Crisostomo and Sofia Jahrling starred in the video that tells a story of love that transcends time. The narrative parallels Maine Mendoza’s soft and endearing vocal delivery.

She describes her music as something “that you’d want to listen to when you’re alone or driving”. Her recent song collaboration with Gracenote, “Parang Kailan Lang” reached 2 million streams on Spotify and amassed more than 1 million views on Youtube. And just a few months after, she is back with this latest single that captures the feelings of all the hopeful romantics out there.

Apart from her lead roles and hosting stints, multi-faceted Maine Mendoza unrelentingly surprises her fans as she always has something new to offer. Composed by Jimmy Borja, Judy Klass, Jacob Westfall, and produced by Ito Rapadas, Lost With You is now available on Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Deezer, and all digital stores worldwide under Universal Records.

 Stream “Lost With You”:

Spotify | Apple Music | Lyric Video | Official Music Video

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