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  • Jollibee Brings Back the All-Out Joy of Pinoy Christmas in ‘Sarap ng Pasko’ Campaign

    Jollibee and its creative agency Publicis JimenezBasic (PJB) show the kind of Christmas that Pinoys love and have longed for in the fast-food chain’s latest ad for the holidays. Titled “Sa Jollibee, Sarap ng Pasko!”, the video depicts different exciting reunions and celebrations of families, made even better with best-tasting Jollibee favorites like Chickenjoy, Jolly Spaghetti, and Burger Steak.

    While the past two Christmases have veered away from the usual holiday festivities that Filipinos are known for, Christmas in 2022 is shaping up to be much brighter and exciting. Pinoys now look forward to making up for the missed celebrations and once again sharing the all-out joy this season – and Jollibee hopes to capture this in the video and its upbeat jingle.

    “The campaign is special because in essence, it took two years in the making. This campaign stands for two years of missed reunions, hugs, and long Christmas dinners—things that made Christmas special are now back. This year is the year kung kailan babawi tayo sa sarap at saya, and we’re doing it together with Jollibee,” says Lucas Luchico, Creative Director of PJB.

    The beginning of the video shows how past get-togethers were done online—a shared experience of many as everyone navigated pandemic restrictions while making it a point to still connect with loved ones during a challenging time.

    “The creative process was a personal one for all of those involved. It was filled with retrospection, and it was a creative expression of our collective wish to bring back the ‘sarap ng Pasko’ that we all miss,” adds Luchico.

    As Jollibee endeavors to bring back the happy and fun moments people look forward to during the most wonderful time of the year, the rest of the video shows several vignettes of joyful Christmas celebrations. This includes a family going to a brightly lit Jollibee Drive-Thru, a group of friends having their Christmas get-together in a Jollibee store, mascots, store teams and delivery riders happily dancing, and an extended family coming together to celebrate the holidays at their beautifully decorated home.

    “We share in our customers’ excitement and joy to once again have the all-out celebrations that Christmas in the Philippines is known for. Through this campaign, we want to remind our customers that Jollibee will always be there to add even more sarap and saya to their gatherings through our great-tasting food. Whether dining in or bringing their favorites at home, Jollibee wants to be part of every Filipino family’s celebrations during the most wonderful time of the year,” says Dorothy Dee-Ching, Vice President of Marketing of Jollibee Philippines.

    Watch Jollibee’s newest Christmas ad on the official Jollibee Facebook page and on Jollibee Philippines YouTube channel, and join the conversation online by using the hashtag #JollibeeSarapNgPasko.

  • How Batwheels Can Inspire Preschoolers To Be Little Heroes

    Parents and their little ones can now join a team of incredible crimefighters to protect the streets of Gotham City! Ride with the Batwheels as they square off against evil alongside Batman, Robin, Batgirl, and more DC Super Heroes streaming now on HBO GO and airing on Cartoon Network’s Cartoonito preschool block on weekends at 9.00am.

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    Batwheels is DC’s first-ever Batman preschool series. Led by Bam (The Batmobile), this relatable and aspirational series follows the Batwheels as they learn the ins and outs of being a super team as well as the growing pains that come with being a kid.

    Underneath the superhero adventures, the series teaches children about what it means to be a hero by showcasing different character strengths and how they contribute towards a greater good. This aligns with the Humancentric Learning framework of Cartoonito – a programming “block” of content that aims to empower every child to embrace their unique selves and encourages them to interact with others with empathy and respect.

    From cool characters, awesome vehicles and more, here’s why you and your little caped crusaders should bond over Batwheels:

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    A Fleet of Iconic Vehicles from The DC Universe

    The Batwheels are an awesome sentient group of super-powered, crime fighting vehicles. Like his hero Batman, Bam (voiced by Jacob Bertrand) has a strong sense of justice and tries his best to lead the team. Redbird (voiced by Jordan Reed) is Robin’s zippy sports car that’s

    always eager to prove himself a worthy sidekick. Bibi (voiced by Madigan Kacmar) is Batgirl’s brave and bold motorcycle, and the fastest among the Batwheels crew.

    Other members of the Batwheels include the supersonic jet plane Batwing (voiced by Lilimar), and Buff (voiced by Noah Bentley), a Bat-styled monster truck who can ram through any obstacle in his path. Together, they are supervised by The Batcomputer (voiced by Kimberly D. Brooks), and maintained by Moe (voiced by Mick Wingert), Batman’s well-equipped, highly efficient robot repairman who can fix almost any mechanical glitch.

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    New Adventures for The Bat-Family

    Alongside the Batweels, the Dark Knight and his allies go all-out in keeping Gotham safe from the Legion of Zoom or Gotham City’s notorious Super-Villains.

    Batman (voiced by Ethan Hawke) serves as a father figure to the Batwheels. He is joined by Robin (voiced by AJ Hudson), The Boy Wonder who loves a good mystery, and Batgirl (voiced by Leah Lewis), the tech-savvy daredevil of the Bat-Family.

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    The Power of Self-Confidence, Friendship, and Teamwork

    Just like kids, each of the Batwheels has unique personal strengths. Bam is a loving leader, Redbird is highly inquisitive, and Bibi loves to take action. Every episode showcases a different character strength such as self-awareness, courage, perseverance, and concern for others – ultimately showing viewers the importance of overcoming both personal and interpersonal challenges.

    The series also highlights the values of friendship and teamwork. While the Batwheels may be a group of super-vehicles fighting crime, the main message of the series is how their heroism is fueled not by high-tech gadgets and amazing abilities, but by character strengths such as being a good friend and working well with others.

    For the latest updates on Batwheels, follow Cartoonito Asia on Facebook, Instagram and YouTube, as well as HBO Asia on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube. Stream or download Batwheels from on HBO GO. Subscribe to HBO GO online at https://www.hbogoasia.ph/ or the mobile app via the App Store or Play Store for only ₱1,190 on the new 12-month plan. Or access HBO GO via Cignal, Globe and Skycable. HBO GO is also available on Android TV, Apple TV, LG TV and Samsung Smart TV – and comes with AirPlay and Google Cast functionality.

  • MY CON: MAMAMOO to Hold First-Ever World Tour in Manila

    For the first time, Korean girl group MAMAMOO will finally be coming to the Philippines as they kick off their first-ever world tour titled “MY CON” with MANILA on Sunday, February 12 at the Araneta Coliseum. Promoted by Wilbros Live.

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    This year, MAMAMOO released their 12th EP “Mic On” with the chart-topping hit “Illella”, which came one after the release of its seventh anniversary album “I Say Mamamoo: The Best.”

    MAMAMOO debuted in 2014 as a quartet with members: Hwasa, Moonbyul, Solar and Wheein. The KPOP superstars are well-known for its consistent chart-toppers including “Um Oh Ah Yeh” (2015), “You’re The Best” (2016), “Décalcomanie” (2016), “Yes I Am” (2017), “Starry Night” (2018), “Egotistic” (2018), “Wind Flower” (2018),  “gogobebe” (2019), “HIP” (2019) and “AYA” (2020).

    MOO MOOs in the Philippines will finally see the queens perform their greatest hits and more in this much-awaited concert tour. Tickets go on-sale on November 30, 10AM via TicketNet.com.ph and TicketNet outlets nationwide.

    Follow @WilbrosLive on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and TikTok.

  • Disney+ is Now Available in the Philippines

    After much excitement and anticipation, The Walt Disney Company’s streaming service, Disney+, is available to consumers in the Philippines starting from today. With Disney+, consumers can access an incredible collection of beloved stories, global and Asian original tentpole titles and thousands of hours of movies, shows and binge-worthy general entertainment content from Disney’s iconic brands, including Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, National Geographic and Star.

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    Starting from today, consumers in the Philippines can join the Disney+ streaming service with a new range of subscription plans that will deliver more choices than ever before. The expanded line-up of plans includes a monthly Mobile Plan for ₱159, or annual Mobile Plan for ₱1,150. The Premium Plan is available for ₱369 monthly, or ₱2,950 annually. In addition, Alipay+ and Globe are offering special packages for consumers to subscribe to Disney+.

    “As Disney+ continues to expand globally, we are excited that from today, consumers in the Philippines can access Disney+ and start enjoying our extensive collection of general entertainment content,” said Jay Trinidad, Senior Vice President and General Manager, Direct-to-Consumer, The Walt Disney Company Asia Pacific. “I am proud that through Disney+, we are able to bring joy and happiness to more fans, families and friends in my home country of the Philippines who can now connect with their favourite characters and enjoy some of the world’s best stories.”

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    (L-R): Ganush (Amalia Vitale), Rool (Kevin Pollak) and Willow Ufgood (Warwick Davis) in Lucasfilm’s WILLOW exclusively on Disney+. ©2022 Lucasfilm Ltd. & TM. All Rights Reserved.

    With Disney fans and families now able to join the Disney+ streaming service, The Walt Disney Company is celebrating the service’s expansion to the Philippines by treating consumers to “A Night of Wonder with Disney+” featuring musical performances from some of the nation’s beloved stars including Morissette and Christian Bautista. Audiences can watch the show at 8pm tonight on the Disney+ service, or by logging onto Disney+’s social media pages including on Facebook , Twitter and Tiktok.

    From today, viewers can watch an exciting and ever-growing library of global, regional and Asian language content on Disney+. In the coming days and weeks, consumers in the Philippines can look forward to watching many new movies, shows and series on Disney+ including:

    • Nov 17: Limitless with Chris Hemsworth – Global movie star Chris Hemsworth (Extraction, Thor, The Avengers) explores the revolutionary idea that we could combat aging and discover the full potential of the human body in this National Geographic Original series.
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    • Nov 18: Mickey: The Story of a Mouse – A fascinating Disney documentary about one of the world’s most beloved icons who today is recognized as a symbol of joy and innocence in virtually every corner of the globe.
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    • Nov 18: Disenchanted – An all-new live-action musical comedy and sequel to Disney’s box office hit Enchanted about a lovable maiden from the fairy tale world of Andalasia who finally found her Prince Charming in the kingdom of New York City.
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    Amy Adams as Giselle in Disney’s live-action DISENCHANTED, exclusively on Disney+. Photo courtesy of Disney. © 2022 Disney Enterprises, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
    • Nov 21: Elton John Live: Farewell from Dodger Stadium – In a special once-in-a-lifetime live event, fans from around the world will feel like they have a front-row seat to witness the magic of the Rocket Man in Elton John’s final North American show in Los Angeles.
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    • Nov 25: The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special – In this Marvel Studios’ Special Presentation, the Guardians head to Earth in search of the perfect present to make Christmas unforgettable for Peter Jason Quill, a celestial-human hybrid.
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    Chris Pratt as Star-Lord/Peter Quill in Marvel Studios’ The Guardians of the Galaxy: Holiday Special, exclusively on Disney+. Photo by Jessica Miglio. © 2022 MARVEL.
    • Nov 30: Willow – An all-new sequel series to George Lucas’s 1988 fantasy adventure in which the Nelwyn sorcerer returns, years after rescuing the infant empress Elora Danan, to lead a group of misfit heroes on a harrowing rescue mission through a world beyond imagination.
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    (L-R): Willow Ufgood (Warwick Davis) and (Graham Hughes) in Lucasfilm’s WILLOW exclusively on Disney+. ©2022 Lucasfilm Ltd. & TM. All Rights Reserved.
    • Dec 7: Connect – A Star Original coming exclusively to Disney+ about a man kidnapped by a gang of organ harvesters who wakes up following the procedure to discover his eye missing and that he has the vision of an infamous serial killer.
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    All this is in addition to the vast array of global and regional content from The Walt Disney Company’s iconic suite of brands and franchises including Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, National Geographic and general entertainment content under Star. 

    Disney+ gives consumers access to some of the world’s most original stories told by talented creators across the globe – anytime, anywhere. Viewers in the Philippines can enjoy high-quality streams with up to four concurrent streams available with the Premium Plan. 

    Disney+ is now accessible on a wide selection of compatible mobile and televisions subject to users’ chosen subscription plans, including smartphones and tablets (Android or iOS), smart TVs such as Samsung and LG and connected TV devices including Google TV and other Android TV OS, Apple TV 4K and Apple TV HD, and Chromecast.

  • Celebrate a more joyful Christmas by sharing ‘Sarap ng Pasko’ with Jollibee’s Buy One, Gift One delivery promo

    Through Jollibee’s Buy One, Gift One delivery promo in partnership with the Jollibee Group Foundation, more Filipino families will get to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year with great-tasting food. 

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    From November 16 to December 15, customers who order any of the participating Family Pans via the Jollibee App will be able to donate pans of the same variant to underprivileged families. Farmer communities, homes for seniors and the differently abled are just some of the groups that will benefit and have an extra joyful holiday salu-salo this season with every Family Pan ordered by customers.

    Simply head to the promos page of the Jollibee App and pick from any of the participating Family Pans: Jolly Spaghetti Pan (P220), Palabok Family Pan (P456), Double Jolly Spaghetti Family Pan (P439), Family Pan Duo (P649), 8-pc. Burger Steak Family Pan (P410), 8-pc. Burger Steak with Jolly Spaghetti Familiy Pan (P590), or 8-pc. Burger Steak with Palabok Family Pan. Every purchase will then be matched by Jollibee and donated to selected Jollibee Group Foundation beneficiaries across the country. 

    So, this Christmas, mas pasarapin at pasayahin pa natin ang Pasko! Join Jollibee’s Buy One, Gift One Delivery promo via the Jollibee App and share the joy! For more info and updates, visit Jollibee.com.ph, follow Jollibee on Facebook at facebook.com/JollibeePhilippines, and on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok at @Jollibee.

  • Auteurs Take the Spotlight in QCinema’s Screen International

    The late French New Wave director, Jean-Luc Godard, once said that “with mobile phones and whatever, everyone is now an auteur.”

    In QCinema’s specially-curated section, Screen International, however, the bar is certainly set higher as it showcases the world’s renowned directors whose distinctive styles make their acclaimed works undeniably their own.

    David Cronenberg, Canada’s body horror master, is back in form with his sci-fi horror, Crimes Of The Future, with Viggo Mortensen, Lea Seydoux and Kirsten Stewart. The film premiered in Cannes’ main competition.

    Cronenberg’s latest film was from a script he had written twenty years ago. It follows a world-renowned performance artist couple, who performs surgery to audiences, in a future world where human evolution has accelerated for some individuals.

    Also from Cannes competition, Jerzy Skolimowski’s EO, which was awarded the Jury Prize. 

    With more than 20 films since his debut in the early sixties, this Polish auteur has been the recipient of top prizes in Cannes and Venice.

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    EO is inspired from a Robert Bresson classic film, Au Hassard Balthazar, and it follows the life of a donkey born in a Polish circus. The circus animal encounters good and bad people along its journey through Europe, experiencing both joy and pain. Isabelle Huppert, who recently visited the country, joins the cast of Polish actors.

    Arthouse favorite Hang Sang-soo graces QCinema’s screens for the first time with his latest ouevre, Walk Up. 

    A recipient of the top awards in Berlin, Locarno and Venice, he works another variation of his casual encounters and chatter that grace his works with melancholic gentleness. The film reflects on familiar spaces and characters that the prolific Korean master has been known for. 

    One of Costa Rica’s renowned filmmakers, Valentina Maurel, scored multiple wins in Locarno, winning Best Actress, Best Actor and Best Director awards for I Have Electric Dreams.

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    Its young adult protagonist lives with her mother while struggling to reconnect with her estranged father. This, as she tries to balance the tenderness and sensitivity of teenage life.

    Denmark-based Iranian film director and screenwriter Ali Abbasi’s third feature film Holy Spider will also be screened at QCinema.

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    Holy Spider is an internationally co-produced Persian-language crime thriller that depicts a fictional female journalist investigating a serial killer. It is based on the true story of Saeed Hanaei, a serial killer who targeted sex workers and killed 16 women from 2000 to 2001 in Mashhad, Iran.

    The film was selected to compete for the Palme d’Or at the 2022 Cannes Film Festival. It won for  Zar Amir Ebrahimi the festival’s Best Actress Award. It was also selected as the Danish entry for Best International Feature Film at the 95th Academy Awards.

    The 2022 drama film of Austrian filmmaker Marie Kreutzer, whose films were screened at Berlin, Cannes, Toronto, and New York, Corsage is also at Screen International.

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    Corsage had its world premiere at the 2022 Cannes Film Festival on May 20, 2022, in the Un Certain Regard section. It is a fictional account of one year in the life of Empress Elisabeth of Austria. On Christmas Eve 1877, Elisabeth, once idolized for her beauty, turns 40 and is officially deemed an old woman; she starts trying to maintain her public image.

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    Close, French-language Belgian drama film, is directed by Belgian film director and screenwriter Lukas Dhont.

    The film premiered at the Cannes Film Festival, to critical acclaim and the Grand Prix. It is Belgium’s submission for the Academy Award for Best International Feature Film at the 95th Academy Awards.

    Close is about the friendship between two thirteen-year old boys Leo and Remi, which suddenly gets disrupted. Struggling to understand what has happened, Léo approaches Sophie, Rémi’s mother.

    QCinema’s other sections  showcase other established directors in their latest works that exemplify their stature as master storytellers.

    At the Special Screenings section is Love Life, Koji Fukada’s newest film since his last, A Girl Missing, which screened in QCinema’s 2019 edition. Fukada previously won the Cannes Un Certain Regard Jury Prize for Harmonium, a 2016 critical hit.

    The compelling Japanese drama tells about a couple whose routine is disrupted by a sudden family tragedy which reunites the wife with her mute ex-husband.

    Also from the same section is a surprisingly candid coming-of-age story that deserves greater exposure. 

    Janchivdorj Sengedorj, one of Mongolia’s most prominent directors with a particular affinity for depictions of contemporary youth, won the Best Feature award at the New York Asian Film Festival for The Sales Girl.

    Its an amusing portrayal of an introverted student’s new job in a sex-shop and her growing bond with the owner, a former exotic dancer.

    Philippine cinema’s renowned auteur, Lav Diaz, is back in the festival for the third time, with his Venice out-of-competition entry, When The Waves Are Gone.

    Shot in 16mm, Diaz’s characteristic black-and-white new opus untypically clocks in at a modest 3 hours 7 minutes – a far short from his usual long-form meditative narratives.

    Frequent collaborator, John Lloyd Cruz, heads the cast of this revenge tragedy that focuses on two corrupt cops with a grudge, loosely based on Alexandre Dumas’ The Count of Monte Cristo.

    This year’s Silver Lion winner in Venice is at the New Horizons section. 

    Saint Omer is the first narrative feature of Alice Diop after working as an acclaimed documentary filmmaker.

    It centers on a pregnant novelist in France who attends the trial of a Senegalese woman accused of murdering her baby. In the course of the court proceedings, she tries to blend the accused woman’s fate into the novel she is writing, a modern adaptation of the ancient myth of Medea, but things don’t go as expected.

    Argentina, 1985, by Santiago Mitre, is one of the acclaimed titles in the new festival section, Advanced Screenings.

    Based on real events, the story follows a team of lawyers on the heads of Argentina’s bloody military dictatorship during the 1980s, in a battle against odds and a race against time. Winner of the Venice FIPRESCI Award and San Sebastian People’s Choice Award, this gripping historical drama is presented by Prime Video Philippines.

    The venues for the 10-day festival include Gateway Cineplex, Trinoma Cinemas, the new Cinema76 (in Tomas Morato), Rockwell Power Plant Cinema, and SM North EDSA.

    Details about in10City, QCinema’s 10th anniversary presentation will be available at qcinema.ph and updates are posted at its social media accounts – Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

  • Make your list and check it twice! Ortigas Malls is ready for your holiday shopping

    The “Ber” months are here and so is your holiday spirit. This is the first Christmas season since the pandemic that we’re celebrating without restrictions—and what a merry Christmas it will be. Yes, we’re very excited!

    November signals the anticipation for the holidays and if you’re promising yourself that this year’s shopping will be enjoyable, stress-free and done early, you’d better whip out your shopping list as Ortigas Malls guarantees endless shopping options for everyone in Greenhills, Tiendesitas, Estancia, and Industria.

    The best part? It also rewards shoppers with a world of perks and privileges with the Ortigas Community Card, which gives members exclusive discounts. The digital card also allows members to participate in Community Card-exclusive events!

    Here are 12 shops to check out as you’re making your list and checking it twice to find out who’s been naughty or nice.

    GREENHILLS

    A mix of tiangge and boutiques is a good way to go through your Christmas list. One of Metro Manila’s first-ever shopping malls, Greenhills has over 2,000 stores offering clothing, shoes, gadgets, jewelry and so much more.

    1. AfterMarket

    Start 2023 with new kicks (or end 2022 with a new pair) for yourself and loved ones. AfterMarket Philippines specializes in sneakers and all kinds of footwear and casual clothing for the urbanite. Check out their collectible basketball shoes like the Nike Kobe Protro and classic models like the Jordan 1.

    Get your all time fave and new releases from Nike at AfterMarket.

    2. Daiso Japan PH

    Daiso Japan is one of those stores where you will find what you need and what you didn’t think you needed but do. Prices start at P88 for fun stationery products, toys, lifestyle products, beauty and fashion apparel, home decor, Japanese interior and household items, home improvement products, kitchenware, pet food and accessories, licensed Sanrio and more kawaii items.

    Looking for plush toys garden tools and kitchenware Youll find them all at Daiso Japan.

    3. CO. Collectible Store

    Are you a Funko fanatic or a Twice fan? Have you been searching for Marvel and Star Wars collectible dolls? CO has them—and more.  You will feel like a kid in a candy store as you browse products from Panini Stickers, Third Culture, Monster Pulls and Pop.ph. From Frozen to FIFA to Fortnite, there’s a box waiting to be bought and put under the tree this Christmas.

    ARMYs and Star Wars diehards unite Co. Stores range of collectibles will delight kids and fans of all persuasions.

    4. Pearl Market

    The pearl shops at Greenhills have made the mall a destination for jewelry buyers. The Philippines is a rich source of South Sea Pearls and Greenhills has made it convenient for shoppers by putting various sellers from all over the country under one roof. Whether it’s natural or farmed pearls, a pair of earrings (or necklace) will make the recipient feel special and loved. 

    Find your holiday sparkle as you browse Greenhills more than 300 stores selling the finest South Sea pearls.

    TIENDESITAS

    Make local products the theme for your holiday gift giving this year.  Tiendesitas puts the spotlight on Philippine products like native food, fashion wear and accessories, furniture, antiques, handicrafts, personal care, and novelty items. You can also find pet products, plants and garden supplies on your one-stop shopping weekend.

    5.  FUR Ever Happy Pet Accessories

    Christmas is not just for humans, but for our fur babies too. Since our pets give us so much love throughout the year, let’s make the holidays special for them with food treats and accessories from FUR Ever Happy Pet Accessories. Watch those tails wagging and let them do zoomies when they see you loaded with toys, treats and grooming supplies. Yes, wrap their gifts nicely too.

    Get pet food and special treats at FUR Ever Happy Pet Accessories—and dont forget to pick up some toys too

    6. Heide Art Gallery

    Looking for one-off pieces that truly fit someone special? Head to Heide Art Gallery. It’s like looking for treasure that’s hidden yet in plain sight among antiques, artworks and home accessories that you won’t find in department stores. This is shopping for someone you know very well.

    Heide Art Gallery is a treasure trove of antiques and unique pieces for someone you know by heart.

    7. The Urban Gardening Shop

    For the plantitos and plantitas who want to expand their brood, the Urban Gardening Shop provides services and eco-friendly products for every green thumb and newbie. Whether you’re growing microgreens in your kitchen or rosemary in your garden, the store has sustainable products for greens.

    Let your plants thrive with organic nutrients from The Urban Gardening Shop.

    8. Decathlon

    There’s something for every athlete and weekend warrior at Decathlon Decathlon–the largest sporting goods retailer that carries products for 70 sports. Are your family members into sports? Get them new gear for next year! Encourage your friends on a fitness journey! Gift them with a new exercise outfit that says how much you care for their health.

    Encourage your loved ones to pursue their physical activities with new gear. Decathlon carries products for 70 sports.

    ESTANCIA

    Estancia—Ortigas Malls’ flagship mall for upscale shopping, dining, and entertainment—makes Christmas shopping a delight with its well-designed spaces and attentive service. From movie dates to shopping marathons and Sunday brunches, Estancia at Capitol Commons is always a great place to pick gifts and to have a good time without hurry or stress.

    9. Retail Lab

    The multi-brand Retail Lab is the boutique for when you’re not sure what kind of gift to buy but you’re sure you want it made by young designers and independent labels. Originally by the SoFA Design Institute, Retail Lab houses Soak Swimwear, Neon Island, Eighth Mermaid, ANMA Lifestyle, I Love Koi, and Jean & Rosz.

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    10. TOMS

    TOMS started as a simple idea that turned into a global label and movement. The founder decided to take action when he saw extreme poverty and children without shoes in Argentina. He turned the traditional Argentine alpargata shoe into a revolutionary movement, matching every pair of TOMS purchased with new shoes for a child in need. TOMS has expanded its collections for every style—and still retains its signature silhouette.

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    11. Maristela Fine Jewelry

    Diamonds are a girl’s best friend and a surefire way to bring bling to the holidays. Maristela Fine Jewelry offers diamond pieces like earrings, necklaces, bracelets and rings to express your ultimate love. There’s nothing like opening a Christmas gift that brings a sparkle to someone’s eyes. 

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    12. The SM Store

    The SM Store does have it all for you! Occupying three floors at Estancia’s East Wing, this branch is very much in tune with Estancia’s aesthetics. The SM Store is your go-to department store when your shopping list includes your own everyday needs and Christmas gifts. Browse its extensive offerings of clothing, beauty products, home furniture and everything in between. You’ll find gifts for everyone under one roof.

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    Start your Christmas shopping early and make this year’s celebration a most memorable one. But if you just can’t find the time to go shopping, you can shop online at Your Daily Store, the online portal of Ortigas Malls tenants that showcases their products. Download the Ortigas Malls app and register for an Ortigas Community Card and enter a world full of amazing discounts, perks, and special events! Get the latest updates by visiting Ortigas Malls on Facebook, and follow @greenhillsph, @tiendesitasph, @estanciaph on Instagram.

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    About Ortigas Malls

    Ortigas Malls offers more than just shopping, it is a lifestyle destination for people coming from all walks of life. As one of the pioneers of the Philippine real estate landscape, it has and continues to build upon its legacy as one of the most iconic shopping and lifestyle destinations in Greenhills, Tiendesitas, Estancia, and Industria.

    Get first dibs on exclusive perks, amazing offers at Ortigas Malls by signing up for the Ortigas Community Card. Open a new world and unlock privileges from participating stores simply by downloading the Ortigas Malls App.

    For updates and information, please visit Ortigas Malls’ website at www.ortigasmalls.com and subscribe to the newsletter.

  • Content creators David Guison, Nins Po unlock success, new goals with Lazada’s #LazAffiliates

    In making things work against all odds and seizing every opportunity to turn it into success, Filipinos take deep pride in being resourceful or “madiskarte”. 

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    Lazada’s newly launched LazAffiliate app provides access to features that enable content creators to easily identify trending products that resonate with their audience, so they can focus on generating engaging content to grow a community while also earning commissions. LazAffiliate partners can also track generated orders and earnings through the app.

    “Lazada continuously works towards opening up more opportunities in the digital ecosystem and encouraging creativity. With the new LazAffiliate app and revamped program, our goal is to enable existing and aspiring content creators to generate income while creating more personalized and meaningful content to connect with their audiences.” says Ricardo Ortuoste, Head of User Growth at Lazada Philippines. 

    Successfully monetizing their creativity and social reach through the LazAffiliate program, which now offers increased commissions for LazAffiliate partners, are content creators Nins Po, also known as“Mommy Nins”, and David Guison.

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    (In pink) LazAffiliate’s loyal and top mom-fluencer Mommy Nins Po

    Mommy Nins, a makeup artist turned mom-influencer, has been a LazAffiliate since 2019.  She shares that LazAffiliate allows her to build a brighter future for her child. At the same time, it lets her help small brands thrive by recommending their products to her followers. According to Mommy Nins, the LazAffiliate program is an easy way to earn some side income.

    “I get a lot of questions from moms, asking if I earn from the simple affiliate links ko sa bio. I tell them yes, and I also teach them how to become a LazAffiliate as well. Lalo na ngayon na may app na, it’s so much easier,” Mommy Nins says, adding that her very first Lazada Affiliate link created in 2019 continues to bring in commissions for her today. “Even if you’re a full-time mom, it’s made simpler now kaya easy to earn more with LazAffiliate.”

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    Meanwhile, David, a lifestyle and fashion influencer, credits the program for reigniting his passion for content creation, while helping him make extra income. “I can definitely say that it really helped me bring back the fire in content creating,” David says. “And now it’s made even simpler, especially with the new LazAffiliate app. This is a huge motivation for me, and I’m sure it will be for other content creators as well.”

    Anyone can participate in the LazAffiliate program and kickstart their affiliate journey with Lazada. Simply select from thousands of brands and MSMEs offering a wide and trendy assortment, and generate unique Lazada affiliate links to include in your content posts sharing #LazadaFinds with friends, family, and followers on your favorite social platforms. A portion of every successful purchase made using the links you promote is then granted as commission. 

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    The LazAffiliate app was launched in the Philippines this October at Kondwi Makati, Manila. Close to 200 guests were taken back to the 90s and early-2000s, as everyone dressed up in their best 90s- and Y2K-inspired fits and enjoyed the era’s defining music. Aside from David and Mommy Nins, the event was attended by some of the most prominent content creators including Laureen Uy, Camille Co, Bella Racelis, Marj Maroket, and Janina Vela. Lazada Philippines CEO, Carlos Barrera, officially opened the first-ever LazAffiliate in-person event, which was followed by an exciting party with KatDJ spinning tracks to hype the crowd. The event also served as Lazada’s expression of gratitude to its loyal affiliates and an opportunity to meet newer members of the growing LazAffiliates community.

    The LazAffiliate app is currently available for android users. It will be available for IOS in November 2022.

    Sign up now on lzd.co/LAZAFFSIGNUP and become a LazAffiliate today! For more information, visit lzd.co/LAZAFFPROGRAM, or click on the LazAffiliates icon found in the Lazada app Account section.

    #AddToCartAddToLife by shopping on #LazadaPH at https://www.lazada.com.ph/. 

  • Be the Best Gift Giver Ever for the Holidays with Avon one-stop shop

    With Christmas lists growing longer every year, it’s easier to just buy one generic item in bulk and hope that everyone likes the same thing.  

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    But the most thoughtful gifts are often tailored for the receiver. Fortunately, there’s a shop that can help you pick specific gifts for each person you love! Avonshop.ph offers a wide selection of gifts that you can grab, wrap, and send to just about everyone, from the homebodies to the aesthetic kweens.

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    Know someone that smells their best wherever they go? Avon has Fragrance Giftsets for Him and for Her like Black Suede and Imari Seduction that reel in the senses. Each kit includes three products for daily use helping them exude confidence with every spray.

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    If your loved one likes to pamper themselves, the Planet Spa by Avon might just be the perfect gift! The Planet Spa Mediterranean Olive Oil Body Scrub and Body Moisturizer will help them exfoliate and unwind with ease. Add the Planet Spa Hand Cream and Body Balm for good measure and see them light up for the season.

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    If they’re skin-thusiasts who spend a lot of time on skincare, then the Anew Mini Kits will be a perfect addition to their routine! Give them the glow-up they deserve with the Radiant & Luminous Skin Regimen or the Plumper and Youthful Looking Skin Regimen—each complete with a travel-size Serum and Day and Night creams. 

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    Got a homebody friend who loves turning their space into a sanctuary? Avon Home Scents can definitely add to their home’s tranquility and give a calming scent-sation all day. Choose the Aroma Diffuser with a beautiful color-changing design and soothing fragrance oils or indulge their senses with Reed Diffusers, which also come in a luxurious gift box that matches the equally luxurious scents.  

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    Do they like expressing themselves through the art of makeup? Make this season more colorful for both of you and check out the Power Stay High Voltage Spark Liquid Lip with long-lasting glittery color payoff, perfect for this year’s Holiday parties. But if they want their eyes to do the talking, then the Avon Wonderland Eye Palette offers 9 rich and intense shades that blend seamlessly for an alluring look.

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    What’s a holiday look if not complete with the right accessories to go with it? With Avon, you can find a variety of jewelry, watches, and other accessories that can complete your loved one’s look in time for the holidays—like the Merrymood Wardrober Set that comes in a whimsical, ready-to-gift box that includes 1 necklace chain, 3 pendants, and 3 pairs of earrings!

    Gifting is easy when you shop somewhere that has something for everyone. That is why you can be the Best Gift Giver Ever this season when you go to avonshop.ph and find new products with irresistible deals for 12 weeks, starting from October to December!

    “Giving gifts to loved ones should always be thoughtful, personal, and meaningful because that’s what makes the holidays more memorable”, explains Avon Philippines Marketing Director Anna Garces. “With Avon, you can be the best gift giver by finding gorgeous gifts at amazing deals and irresistible prices, so you won’t have to eat up your holiday budget!”

    Shop these gorgeous gifts and more at www.avonshop.ph or contact your friendly Avon representative to get personalized suggestions. Follow Avon Philippines on Facebook and Instagram for more updates. 

  • World Premiere of Walt Disney Animation Studios’ “Strange World”– Event Images Now Available

    Stars and filmmakers came together in Hollywood tonight to celebrate the world premiere of Walt Disney Animation Studios’ original action-packed adventure “Strange World”—opening exclusively in theaters November 23. Attendees included Academy Award®- and Tony Award®-nominated actor Jake Gyllenhaal, who lends his voice to Searcher Clade, a family man who finds himself out of his element on an unpredictable mission; comedian, actor, writer, filmmaker and musician Jaboukie Young-White, who’s the voice of Searcher’s 16-year-old, adventure-seeking son, Ethan; and actress, producer, bestselling author and TIME100 cover honoree Gabrielle Union, who provides the voice of Meridian Clade, an accomplished pilot and Searcher’s partner in all things. Joining the voice cast were filmmakers Don Hall (director), Qui Nguyen (co-director/screenplay by), Roy Conli (producer) and composer Henry Jackman (music by). Event images are now available. 

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    “Strange World” introduces a legendary family of explorers, the Clades, as they attempt to navigate an uncharted, treacherous land alongside a motley crew that includes a mischievous blob, a three-legged dog and a slew of ravenous creatures. The voice cast also includes Dennis Quaid as Searcher’s larger-than-life explorer father, Jaeger; and Lucy Liu as Callisto Mal, Avalonia’s fearless leader who spearheads the exploration into the strange world.