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BeachTown Lifestyle in the New Normal

An inspired investment beckons to let you shift away from the city life to an invigorating beachside lifestyle that feels like a vacation all year-round and at the same time enables you to reap the rewards of asset growth and set up your own business. All these await you at Landco’s BeachTowns in Laiya and Calatagan, Batangas.

Landco Pacific Corp., known for pioneering premium landscapes for more than 30 years, makes waves with their BeachTowns development in Batangas complete with modern resort amenities. The investment growth in these properties is driven by its accessibility and infrastructure development to South Luzon.

With Landco’s track record of property appreciation which historically increased at an average of more than 400% across all its projects, commitment to long-term environmental sustainability with the LEED registration of its developments, and property value growth is driven by the tourism ecosystem in this master-planned LTE, owning a lot at these properties is a lasting legacy that ensures the well-being and financial security of the next generation.

The expansive stretch of white sand beach along with the residential and resort communities in Laiya and Calatagan, Batangas, empowers you to lead a healthy lifestyle as you wake up to fresh sea breeze; jog or exercise by the beach; partake of fresh seafood and vegetables from the nearby market; and cap your day with sand in between your toes while you marvel at the wonders of nature to soothe your mind, body, and soul.

Quality time with the family at the pristine white sands of CaSoBe Batangas

Say goodbye to traffic jams and cultivate a work-life balance at the seaside of these properties. Simply turn your Work from Home arrangement to Work from the Beach lifestyle. With strong WIFI-connectivity in the properties, kids can easily study online as well. Your family can enjoy quality time together by playing and having fun by the shore or having a barbecue night in your dream beach home.

With Landco’s BeachTowns, you can opt to invest in gated residential communities of Playa Calatagan and Playa Laiya with exclusive amenities and access to the beach or choose the LTE projects — CaSoBē and Club Laiya, mixed-use residential and commercial developments primed for the tourism market.

LEISURE TOURISM ESTATE (LTE)

If you’ve always dreamed of having your own business or if you’re in a multi-generational family and you’re not just thinking of a second home or retirement home but a place for your children and grandchildren to launch their dream business, the Landco BeachTowns under its LTE projects, offer a mix of seaside residential lots which can double as a business venture, and beachside retail and commercial lots.

For your entrepreneurial spirit, you can opt to set up a bed and breakfast, cozy little café or restaurant, conduct art workshops, or hold yoga retreats at the laidback, upscale, and intimate setting of CaSoBē.  This destination is a popular leisure destination for the affluent and renowned for its splendid sunset, rich heritage, and nearby tourist attractions.

Should you be the type who likes to be in the middle of the action and mingle with the energetic and youthful, the popular tourist spot of Club Laiya may just be your top choice. You can have your own glamping business, run a beach bar, plan parties and festivities, organize island hopping trips or lead watersports such as wakeboarding, paddleboarding, kayaking, snorkeling, parasailing, fishing, and jet skiing.

The BeachTown lifestyle in these properties is an attractive alternative to the dreams of the big city but you’re not removed from the bustling Metro as it is only about two to three hours away for any last-minute business meetings or important errands.

You’re in luck as both properties feature resort-level services with Millennial Resorts. You and your loved ones can have special bonding moments and avail of resort amenities from unconventional accommodation of surreal capsule-like rooms of Cocoons at Club Laiya and CaSoBē to Crusoe Cabins with a beachfront view at the latter.

Other resort amenities include Aquaria, a water park with a three-story pool slide at CaSoBē, and Beach Club in Club Laiya. Upcoming facilities are Captain Barbozza restaurant and bar, Canopy and Isle — venues for events and Colony, a co-working space.

Landco Pacific Corp. is a subsidiary of Metro Pacific Investments Corporation. For more information about Landco and Beachtowns: exclusive communities of Playa Calatagan and Playa Laiya; and Leisure Tourism Estates Club Laiya and CaSoBē, visit landco.ph or FB page @LandcoPacificCorporation.

Featured photo: Crusoe Cabins at CaSoBe

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Shopee Kicks off the Most Action-Packed Year-End Shopping Season with 9.9 Super Shopping Day and International Superstar, Jackie Chan

Shopee, the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan, launches the most exciting year-end shopping season starting with its signature 9.9 Super Shopping Day. As part of its biggest and most action-packed shopping season, Shopee also welcomes international superstar Jackie Chan, who will be featured in a range of activities across Shopee’s end-of-year shopping festivals.

Jackie Chan said, “I enjoy putting a smile on people’s faces. It’s exciting to partner with Shopee to celebrate the action-packed year-end festival and bring more joy to my fans and Shopee users. I had a lot of fun working with Shopee and I think people of all ages will enjoy the activities and content that we have prepared together. I hope everyone can join us to make the year-end shopping season a memorable one.”

Shopee pioneered the first 9.9 Super Shopping Day in 2016. Each year, it marks the start of a highly anticipated year-end shopping season across the region. A survey conducted by Shopee revealed that over 90%[1] of users across the region proactively seek out information to make better purchase decisions during the campaigns. The mega shopping season also tends to attract new online shoppers, with 43%[2] of shoppers making their first-ever online purchase during the year-end campaigns.

From now till September 9, Shopee has lined up the best deals and activities. Shoppers can satisfy all their shopping needs, win exciting rewards from their favorite games on Shopee Prizes, and enjoy non-stop entertainment with special appearances by their favorite celebrities.

Martin Yu, Director at Shopee Philippines, said, “The pandemic continues to affect both individuals and businesses. As communities continue to live, work, shop, and play from home, we have stepped up our efforts to ensure users have access to their daily essentials through our shopping campaigns. We are also committed to supporting local MSMEs and have launched a series of support initiatives as well as Support Local campaigns to generate greater visibility and enable users to easily identify and support local businesses. We look forward to bringing some joy to our local communities during this year-end season.”

  1. Find the biggest deals, all in one place
  •  On this 9.9 Super Shopping Day, shoppers can enjoy free shipping with no minimum spend, 20% cashback, and Daily ₱1 Deals, on top of these amazing perks:
  •  Lowest price deals – Users can find the hottest products with the biggest discounts all in one place at Shopee’s special ‘Daily ₱1 Deals’ microsite, which they can easily locate from Shopee’s home page.
  • Mega Midnight Sale – Following its success during the inaugural 4.4 Mega Shopping Day, Shopee brings back the 2-hour Midnight Mega Sale. Shoppers can grab unbeatable deals on thousands of products, including those from Shopee Mall, from 12 AM to 2 AM on September 9.
  • Greater rewards with ShopeePay – As part of Shopee’s commitment to providing a convenient, secure, and rewarding shopping experience, users can enjoy exclusive promotions and deals by using Shopee’s in-app e-wallet, ShopeePay. All users have to do is to use ShopeePay to pay for their purchases, both online and offline, at thousands of branches from participating merchants nationwide. Until September 8, shoppers can Buy Load and get ₱5 mobile data for only ₱1; Pay Bills to enjoy up to 50% cashback when they pay for Meralco, Maynilad, and more; and Scan to Pay to score ShopeePay ₱1 Deals from Puregold, Seaoil, Potato Corner, and more.

 

  1. Satisfy all shopping needs

 From daily essentials to premium items, Shopee offers a wide assortment of products. With millions of brands and sellers, as well as a wide network of online and offline partners, there is something for everyone at Shopee.

  •  Shopee Mall Big Brand Discounts – In addition to everyday products, users can expect great deals from their favorite brands on Shopee’s dedicated in-app portal for authentic brands. 91%[3] of shoppers say the mega shopping campaigns enabled them to discover and buy brands they never tried before, while 75%[4] indicated they were more likely to continue using these new brands rather than switching back to their usual ones.  At the 9.9 Super Shopping Day, shoppers can expect up to 30% off brand vouchers and up to 90% off on leading brands such as Abbott, Havaianas, Maybelline, Nestlé, Colgate-Palmolive, Breyleemall.ph, Del Monte, Unilever Beauty, Adidas, P&G Beauty, Enfagrow, Huawei, Vivo, Pampers, Realme, and Xiaomi.
  • Support Local – Local businesses have been greatly impacted by the pandemic. This shopping season, users can give these local sellers the boost they need to recover and grow. Through the Pili Pinoy campaign, users can help preserve local culture and play their part in supporting the local economy by patronizing shops such as Abubot PH, Joy Marcelo RTW Clothing, Via Christi, Tazanna, and Tala by Kyla.
  1. Experience non-stop entertainment with your favorite celebrities, exciting games, and attractive rewards

Shopee’s in-app engagement features continue to entertain and delight users. In the first half of 2021, Shopee recorded over 200%[5] uplift in time spent on Shopee Live year-on-year. This 9.9 Super Shopping Day, Shopee will deliver upsized excitement through a line-up of the biggest superstars, exciting games, and attractive rewards.

  • Jackie Chan to thrill and entertain shoppers – This year, Shopee brings on international superstar Jackie Chan to be a part of its year-end shopping season, sparking tremendous excitement across the region. Users can catch him in exclusive content on Shopee Live and in-app games such as Shopee Spin & Win, Shopee Shake, and the latest Shopee Collectibles.
  • Big giveaways and performances during the 9.9 Super Shopping Day TV Special – Viewers can tune in to GMA 7 and Shopee Live this September 9 for a chance to win millions worth of cash prizes and giveaways, including two house and lot packages. Fans can also expect performances from a leading K-Pop group.
  • Exciting rewards from games on Shopee Prizes – Users can look forward to earning rewards from their favorite games on Shopee Prizes.
    • A key highlight this year will be Shopee Collectibles, where users stand a chance to win super-sized prizes by collecting a full set of in-game items.
    • Users can collect items by playing popular games such as Shopee Farm and Shopee Candy, or trading items with their friends.

Find out more about 9.9 Super Shopping Day here: https://shopee.ph/m/99.

#Shopee #99SuperShoppingDay #JackieChan #rubyspreciousmoments #rubyasoyph

[1] Shopee User Survey, SEA + TW, Jun 2021

[2] GlobalWebIndex Core. Apr 2021

[3] GlobalWebIndex Core. Apr 2021

[4] GlobalWebIndex Core. Apr 2021

[5] Shopee internal data, H1 2020 vs H1 2021

 

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Be one with nature for a healthier, happier life during the pandemic

We may be living in concrete jungles or cooped up within the four walls of our homes, but this does not have to stop us from being with nature to achieve a healthier mind and disposition.  Being with nature also promotes a more sustainable lifestyle.

Sarah Queblatin, Permaculture Designer and Educator, Co-founder and Executive Director Green Releaf Initiative, pointed out the importance of nurturing nature and understanding that it is a part of ourselves.  She spoke during the 12th edition of TAYO Naman! ((Tulong, Alaga, Yakap at Oras para sa mga Tagapagtaguyod ng Edukasyon), a 14-part webinar series of the Department of Education and Globe.

Despite mainly staying indoors during the pandemic, Queblatin said everyone should still get enough sunlight, breathe some fresh air, engage in gardening or other forms of exercise, drink enough water, and eat healthy food to boost immunity and relieve stress and anxiety.

“Nature increases our immunity to fight viruses, bacteria, and various illnesses. It heals our nervous system by reducing stress, anxiety, and environmental fatigue. It invites us to be calmer and makes us happier. Working with nature is therapeutic.  You have to experience it. We already have the means to recover inside of ourselves, but because of disasters and challenges, we tend to forget it,” she said.

Queblatin noted that to be with nature means connecting back to the basics and what is important to us, thus shifting our lifestyle.

“When we become simpler in the interrelationship between our food and our waste, then we start living the application of the connectedness of these practices,” she said.  “Think about our relationship with our bodies because our breath, our bodies are the representation of nature within us.  Let us rethink our relationship coming from how we see nature first and how we see nature as ourselves.”

By being aware of how nature takes care of humanity, Queblatin said it also becomes our responsibility to protect and restore nature by fighting against environmental pollution, the use of fossil fuels, industrialization of the agriculture system, mining, and other activities that destroy our natural resources.

We can also plant trees or support organizations that do so to ensure that forests stay intact. Even at home, we can create a small garden that could supply organic vegetables.  Aside from fresh produce, it is a therapeutic activity that is good for physical and emotional health.

Queblatin, likewise, encouraged educators to include lessons about nature in the different subjects to give students a deeper understanding of the four elements – fire, air, earth, and water, and their connection to our lives.  She also stressed the importance of working together to create a bigger impact, making a connection between cultivating our human sense of care for our community and learning to care for nature’s ecosystem through tending to a school garden.

​​To learn more about climate change education, the Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Service (DRRMS) of the Department of Education launched the Climate Change Education microsite that features curated resources for teaching climate change. The microsite can be accessed through this link: https://www.deped.gov.ph/climate-change-education/

The latest TAYO Naman session was hosted by the DepEd School Division of Lapu-Lapu City and moderated by Glenna Raganas, Teacher and SDRMM Coordinator.  She was joined by panelists Elena Berame, Project Development Officer III; Joseph Abing, Medical Officer III; and Jennifer Mirasol, Education Program Supervisor.

DepEd’s TAYO Naman! is an online Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) program for all education advocates, including teachers, non-teaching personnel, and parents. It is spearheaded by DepEd’s Disaster Risk Reduction Management Service (DRRMS) and Bureau of Human Resource and Organizational Development (BHROD) Employee Welfare Division in partnership with Globe’s Global Filipino Teachers (GFT) Series on Psychosocial Support Services, the Philippine Mental Health Association, Inc., and MAGIS Creative Spaces, and Unilab Foundation.

On August 20, the webinar will talk about “Nurturing Spirituality.” TAYO Naman is streamed from 8:30 to 10:00 a.m. over the Facebook accounts of DepED Philippines, Deped DRRMS, and Globe Bridgecom.

 Globe strongly supports the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, particularly UN SDG No. 3 on providing good health and well-being and UN SDG No. 4 for quality education. Globe is committed to upholding the United Nations Global Compact principles and contributing to 10 UN SDGs.

Learn more by visiting www.globe.com.ph/about-us/sustainability.html.

Featured photo courtesy of cottonbro on pexels

#TayoNaman #webinar #DepEd #Globe #nature #supportprogram #rubyspreciousmoments #rubyasoyph

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Huawei Holds Developer Day 2021 this August 20

Global tech leader Huawei is set to present its most recent feats in the Philippine market across its many verticals on August 20 at the HUAWEI Developer Day. The tech giant is also expected to provide updates on how it is building and growing its ecosystem in the Philippines vis-a-vis the local rollout of the recently launched HarmonyOS; and how it is projected to further the smart lifestyle of Filipino Huawei fans.

Other highlights of the upcoming e-conference are the showcase of the Petal Search Nearby — the latest update to the Petal Search which optimizes its suggestions and searches related to location. On the enterprise front, Huawei will be sharing how the Huawei Cloud is accelerating the digital transformation of Philippine enterprises.

This is Huawei Philippines’ third installment of its annual developer’s day to reaffirm its commitment to making the lives of Filipinos through technology. “We at Huawei have always had the best interest of our customers as the bedrock of every product and experience design and development. We remain committed to offering the best tech experience to consumers made possible by industry-leading innovations across all verticals — from products and software to services. Through this, we are able to create a fully connected and intelligent world for our Filipino customers where they enjoy the efficiency and comfort brought by a seamless AI life. We are glad that we, together with our millions of fans from all over the world, get to embrace the future, today,” shares George Li, Country Manager of HUAWEI Consumer Business Group for the Philippines.

The tech giant has not only been aggressive in launching tech innovations but also in forging partnerships with key industry players in the country to reinforce its efforts in fulfilling the needs and interests of Filipinos.

In line with this, the Huawei Developer Day will also be graced by guest speakers from some of Huawei’s top strategic partners, which includes GCash (Mynt – Globe Fintech Innovations, Inc.) President and CEO Martha Sazon, KonsultaMD CEO Cholo Tagaysay, and WISH 107.5 VP for Marketing Jay Eusebio. They will be sharing the key milestones of their respective companies and how their partnership with Huawei has enabled them to achieve business goals and attain success. The much-awaited online event is also supported by the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT).

Filipino Huawei fans, local business leaders, and tech enthusiasts are encouraged to join the Huawei Developer Day on August 20 by registering at www.huaweideveloperday2021.ph. This e-conference will also be streamed live on Huawei AppGallery Facebook Page. Huawei will be giving away exciting prizes to lucky attendees. For more information on Huawei Developer Day, fans may visit the AppGallery official Facebook Page.

#HUAWEIDeveloperDay #Huawei #conference #rubyspreciousmoments #rubyasoyph

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Mobile devices: On newest Chips for 5G Smartphones and incredible Smartwatch Series

MediaTek has announced the new Dimensity 920 and Dimensity 810 chipsets, the latest additions to its Dimensity 5G family.  This debut gives smartphone makers the ability to provide boosted performance, brilliant imaging, smarter displays to their customers for incredible mobile experiences.

Meanwhile, Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. announced the Galaxy Watch4 and Galaxy Watch4 Classic — marking a new era for smartwatch innovation. They are the first smartwatches to feature the new Wear OS™ Powered by Samsung, built jointly with Google™, and are equipped with One UI Watch, Samsung’s most intuitive user interface yet.

The Galaxy Watch4 series is bolstered with advanced hardware performance and delivers a more seamless and connected user experience than ever before. These new devices have been completely redesigned to provide consumers with the best tools to manage their wellness.

  • Dimensity 920 and Dimensity 810 Chips for 5G Smartphones

Designed for powerful 5G smartphones, the Dimensity 920 balances performance, power, and cost to provide an incredible mobile experience. Built using the 6nm high-performance manufacturing node, it supports intelligent displays and hardware-based 4K HDR video capture, while also offering a 9% boost in gaming performance compared to its predecessor, the Dimensity 900.

The Dimensity 810 is built using the 6nm high-performance manufacturing node. It provides Arm Cortex-A76 CPU speeds up to 2.4GHz, premium camera features including artistic AI-color in collaboration with Arcsoft, and advanced noise reduction techniques for superb low-light photography.

“With the expanded Dimensity chipset series, MediaTek is providing device makers and smartphone users with the latest innovations at more accessible price points for the mainstream market,” said Dr. JC Hsu, Corporate VP and GM of MediaTek’s Wireless Communications Business Unit. “Delivering a boost in performance, display intelligence and image brilliance, these new Dimensity chipsets will improve user experiences and deliver advanced 5G features and capabilities to 5G smartphones.”

Key features of the Dimensity 920 include:

  • MediaTek Smart Adaptive Displays: Adjusts the display refresh rate according to the game or UI action detected, raising it during periods of intense action to improve user experiences and then lowering it to improve power efficiency.
  • 4K Video Capture Hardware Engine: Integrates a flagship-class, HDR-native image signal processor (ISP) and incorporates a unique hardware-accelerated 4K HDR video recording engine supporting up to four concurrent cameras and up to 108MP sensors.
  • Boosted Performance: With the Arm Cortex-A78 processors in the octa-core CPU that can reach 2.5GHz clock speeds, along with the latest LPDDR5 memory and UFS 3.1 storage, the Dimensity 920 maximizes performance.
  • Advanced Connectivity: Supports dual 5G SIM, dual VoNR, up to 2CC carrier aggregation, MediaTek 5G UltraSave power efficiency suite and 5G SA/NSA networking, 2×2 MIMO Wi-Fi 6 connectivity, Bluetooth 5.2, and multi-GNSS.
  • Smooth Gaming: Supports MediaTek HyperEngine 3.0 with 5G call and data concurrency, plus connection enhancements for high-speed rail and ‘Super Hotspot’ technology.

Key features of the Dimensity 810 include:

  • Faster Performance: Arm Cortex-A76 processors now support up to 2.4GHz in its octa-core CPU.
  • Faster Displays: Mainstream 5G smartphones can now benefit from 120Hz displays for an ultra-smooth user experience.
  • Incredible Cameras: Supports advanced noise reduction techniques (MFNR & MCTF) for excellent low-light capture, and supports up to 64MP cameras.
  • High-end AI-Camera Features: Enables stunning camera experiences like AI-Bokeh and artistic AI-Color in collaboration with Arcsoft.
  • Smooth Gaming: Supports MediaTek’s HyperEngine 2.0 gaming technologies with an intelligent resource management engine and advanced networking engine.

The new MediaTek Dimensity 920 and Dimensity 810 will power 5G smartphones that are expected to launch in the global market in Q3 2021. For full specifications and further details, please visit https://i.mediatek.com/mediatek-5g.

 

  • Galaxy Watch series: Reshaping the Smartwatch Experience

“We have seen an incredible amount of growth for the Galaxy Watch series as consumers have discovered the health benefits and convenience of wearables,” said Dr. TM Roh, President and Head of Mobile Communications Business, Samsung Electronics. “We understand the path to wellness is different for everyone, so we built a robust suite of health and wellness features to give people a deeper and more helpful understanding of their overall fitness.”

Galaxy Watch4 is equipped with Samsung’s groundbreaking BioActive Sensor, which boasts a smaller and more compact design that doesn’t detract from measurement accuracy.

This new 3-in-1 sensor uses a single chip to precisely run three powerful health sensors — Optical Heart Rate, Electrical Heart, and Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis — so users can measure their blood oxygen level[1], and, for the first time, calculate their body composition[2]. Our all-new Body Composition measurement tool gives users a deeper understanding of their general health and fitness, with key measurements like skeletal muscle, basal metabolic rate, body water, and body fat percentage. Now, you can easily check your body composition from your wrist with just two fingers. In about 15 seconds, your watch’s sensor will capture 2,400 data points.

These smartwatches come packed with an array of wellness features to track your daily activities and stay motivated to be your best. Choose from a wide range of guided workouts, enjoy Group Challenges with your friends and family with Samsung Health. And when you’re ready to rest, the Galaxy Watch4 series offers our most complete picture of your sleep patterns yet[3], with greater detail than before. Your compatible smartphone detects the sounds of your snores[4], while your smartwatch measures your blood oxygen level when you sleep[5]. Together with advanced Sleep Scores, you can learn more about your sleep patterns to get better rest.

 To learn more about Galaxy Watch4 and Galaxy Watch4 Classic, please visit:

Galaxy Watch4: www.samsung.com/galaxy-watch4

Galaxy Watch4 Classic: www.samsung.com/galaxy-watch4-classic

To pre-order, visit www.samsung.com/ph/offer/online/2021/galaxy-watch4/pre-order

 

[1] The Blood Oxygen (SpO2) feature is not intended for use in the diagnosis of disease or other conditions, or in the cure, mitigation, treatment or prevention of disease. Intended for general wellness and fitness purposes only. Availability of this feature may vary by market.

[2] Intended for general wellness and fitness purposes only. Not intended for use in detection, diagnosis, or treatment of any medical conditions or disease. The measurements are for the user’s personal reference only. Please consult a medical professional for advice. Do not measure your body composition if you have an implanted pacemaker or other medical devices. Do not measure your body composition if you are pregnant. Measurement results may not be accurate if you are under 20 years old. Availability of this feature may vary by market.

[3] Intended for general wellness and fitness purposes only. Not intended for use in detection, diagnosis, treatment of any medical condition or disease. The measurements are for your personal reference only. Please consult a medical professional for advice. Requires Samsung Health app version 6.18 to view history.

[4] To record your snoring, wear your watch while you sleep and place your phone on a stable surface near your head, such as a nightstand, with the bottom of the phone pointed toward you.

[5] The Blood Oxygen (SpO2) feature is not intended for use in the diagnosis of disease or other conditions, or in the cure, mitigation, treatment, or prevention of disease.

#Dimensity920 #Dimensity810 #Dimensity5Gfamily #MediaTek #GalaxyWatch4 #GalaxyWatch4Classic #smartwatchseries #Samsung #rubyspreciousmoments #rubyasoyph

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Nature’s Spring Water highlights affordability, availability and community service on its 30th year

Philippine Spring Water and Resources, Inc. (PSWRI), makers of bottled water brand Nature’s Spring Water, reiterated its commitment to serve the community as it marked 30 years of providing safe drinking water to local and international markets last July.

The brand, which was established in Cebu in 1991 to respond to the lack of safe drinking water after Super Typhoon Ruping devastated the province, continues to make community service a hallmark of its business.

The 100% Filipino-owned company which prides itself in the quality, safety, and affordability of its water products ensured its availability anywhere in the country, earning for itself the tag of Tubig Para Sa Pinoy.

The company is now ISO 2015:9001 certified, with its products and processes regularly checked and monitored by an accredited third-party laboratory as well as the Food and Drugs Administration (FDA). It is the only Halal-certified bottled drinking water product in Mindanao with a certificate of accreditation from the Office of Muslim Affairs (OMA).

Through the Nature’s Spring Foundation, it is redoubling efforts on its 30th anniversary to pursue its community programs on education, health, and the environment. An Adopt A School program in Mandaue provides chosen schools with teacher training, teaching aids, and facilities while also ensuring the upkeep of their classrooms, laboratories, and libraries. Scholarships and training opportunities are extended to out-of-school youth and employees’ children.

NSW first plant in Cebu.

Environment-wise, the Adopt A Watershed Program in Kotkot, Mananga and Lusaran watersheds in Cebu focuses on reforestation and urban greening. Its ongoing waste reduction livelihood project with the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) and the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) called “Empty Bottles For School Supplies Swap” is linked to its Adopt A School Program.

Nature’s Spring Water has been singled out for its effort to lessen its impact on the environment. All Its water bottles now use a shorter cap that makes use of 35% less plastic, making them one of the lightest bottle caps in the country.

Healthwise, the brand has an ongoing diabetes awareness and testing campaign for its employees nationwide.

Over the past 30 years, PSWRI has introduced into the market its flagship product, Nature’s Spring Purified Drinking Water,  Distilled Bottled Water, pH9 Alkaline Bottled Water, Flavored Water, Sparkling water, and Fiber water.

#NaturesSpring #30thyear #safedrinkingwater #rubyspreciousmoments #rubyasoyph

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Paolo Sandejas revives disco classic “Never Knew Love Like This Before”

The 1980s disco chart-topping hit single Never Knew Love Like This Before is being revived by Filipino singer-songwriter Paolo Sandejas. Stephanie Mills’ best single to date, this record has made it to the US Billboard Pop Singles Chart and has won Best R&B Song at the 1981 Grammy Awards. Paolo incorporates his brand of funky and modern indie-pop music in this hit single that has spawned decades of memories.

Paolo worked closely with his producer —Tim Marquez of Timothy Run and One Click Straight for his latest record. A disco fan himself, the young singer-songwriter enjoyed listening to this single and the process of reintroducing the song in true Paolo Sandejas fashion. “Being an artist I wondered how the song would’ve possibly sounded like if it came out today. This project is the result of that curiosity and I hope everyone enjoys it as much as I enjoyed working on it.”

Although there is a sound clear-cut to Paolo Sandejas’ compositions, one could say that he is ever-evolving and goes on exploring different sounds and genres that would bring out his own distinct brand of music. Inspired by 90’s pop rock, the young musician continues his trajectory of bringing modern, nostalgic pop with his releases.

Stream “Never Knew Love Like This Before”:

Spotify | Apple Music | Official Lyric Video 

Follow Paolo Sandejas:

Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | Youtube

 #PaoloSandejas #discohitsingle #NeverKnewLoveLikeThisBefore #rubyspreciousmoments #rubyasoyph

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Happy Life Organics Launches Waterless Shampoo for Pets

Starting the month right, Happy Life Organics ( HLO ) launched the Waterless Shampoo for pets.

For sure that there are a lot of questions that will enter your mind regarding the product and here are the answers to it :

WHEN:    When in need of a quicker, safer, innovative, and plant bath alternative against chemical actives in a shampoo for pets.

WHY:      First in the Philippines and 100% natural and pet friendly! Provides convenience, less effort, and less time in every bath. Saves 70% of bath time every time you use

Happy Life Waterless Shampoo. Perfect for a quick bath and for those on the go. You can still groom your pets even you’re in a hurry or during cold/rainy seasons. Helps relieve pets suffering from skin and fur irritations such as but not limited to: wounds, bad odor, itchiness, scaling, mange, allergies, dandruff, hotspots, inflammation, ticks, fleas, mosquitoes, redness, viruses, bacteria, and fungi.

 HOW:      As easy as 1-2-3!

  1. Shake and spray generously directly to pets’ fur and skin from head to paws to tail.
  2. Rub, lather, and enjoy this special bonding with your pet.
  3. Wipe dry with a clean towel and be amazed at the benefits you provided and the time you saved!
HLO waterless shampoo for pets

Happy Life Organics also specializes in LC Industrial, a five in one product for pets as disinfectant, deodorizer, cleaner, insect repellent, and insecticide, that is made only with natural and organic ingredients. A gallon goes a long way, when diluted with water it can yield up to 11 gallons of solution.

The solution can be used for disinfecting pet areas, repelling and killing harmful insects, and making any pet area smells clean and fresh while keeping our pets safe.

They also have   Shampoo and Conditioner for pets like dogs, cats, and rabbits which is plant-based and natural that combines the great benefits of Lavender, Aloe Vera, Neem, and Madre De Cacao.

Last but not the least, HLO  Pet Spray is considered as an all-in-one spray for pets formulated for ticks, fleas, and mites problems / for Disinfecting wounds, scratches, and itchiness &  for deodorizing pets on the go and in and out of the house.

So what are you waiting for? Experience the true meaning of a Happy Life with your pets.

Available on their company website: www.happylifeph.com LAZADA, Shopee, and ZALORA: Happy Life Organics FB and IG stores: @happylifeorganicss 2 Physical Stores: Quezon City: 50 Esteban Abada in Waze Bulacan HQ Address: 1634 Mayumi St, Santa Cruz, Santa Maria, Bulacan.  Also available in top Vet Clinics in the country.

#HappyLifeOrganics  #WaterlessShampooforPets #rubyspreciousmoments #rubyasoyph

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‘Evergreen’ hoodie for the planet

By virtue of being in the video game industry, work at Tier One Entertainment constantly revolves around new worlds. While these fantastical worlds are all digital and fictional, there is only one world that is real—and that’s our planet, Earth.

Video games shouldn’t just be an escape from reality, that’s why the opportunity to work with World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) Philippines is something Tier One Entertainment couldn’t refuse. Online sports can also be an effective platform to increase awareness of environmental issues. Both Tier One and WWF believe that gamers can be allies in building back the balance with nature.

The best way to both raise awareness and give back to the planet would be to incorporate WWF-Philippines into Tier One merchandise line – introducing the Tier One x WWF-Philippines hoodie.

The Tier One x WWF hoodie will be sold on the Lazada storefront, BLCKBOX. Proceeds from hoodie sales will support WWF-Philippines’ conservation initiatives.

Not only that, but this hoodie (much like how we hope the Earth will be) is evergreen. That means it is the first item in the Tier One merchandise to not be part of a limited drop and will be available for purchase all year round.

“I’ve always wanted an avenue and platform to give back to the planet, and this partnership with WWF is perfect for that. I want to give gamers the chance to show that we care, and we can contribute towards efforts to save the planet. After all, it’s the only one we’ve got, so we should love and care for it,” said Tryke Gutierrez, CEO of Tier One Entertainment

Visit BLCKBOX on Lazada store and level up for the planet! Let’s work together to protect our planet, our one shared home!

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Ani ng Dangal Awardees for 2021 bared

The National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) has conferred the Ani ng Dangal Award for the year 2021 to 62 artists, art groups, and creative works in online awarding ceremonies held yesterday, August 15, 2021, on NCCA’s Facebook page and on their broadcast partner pages.

Launched in 2009, the Ani ng Dangal (Harvest of Honors) Award recognizes artists who have earned international awards and accolades during the past year. Filipino creativity continued to shine despite the gloom of the global pandemic that hit in 2020, according to NCCA.

Sixty-two (62) artists, art groups, and creative works belonging to the following categories — architecture and allied arts (1), literary arts (2), cinema (30), music (4), and visual arts (25) — were awarded internationally and were recognized in this year’s Ani ng Dangal.

For the complete list of awardees: https://www.facebook.com/NCCAOfficial/posts/10158681168065283

The awardees were chosen by the various expert committees on the following:

National Committee on Architecture and the Allied Arts
National Committee on Cinema
Dance Xchange: The Philippine International Dance Workshop and Festival
NCCA National Committee on Dramatic Arts
National Committee on Literary Arts
NCCA National Committee on Visual Arts

Congratulations to the Ani ng Dangal Awardees for the year 2021!

Source: National Commission for Culture and the Arts

Photos courtesy of NCCA

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