For many people, having a cup of coffee is a simple act of rewarding oneself. There’s that appetizing aroma, the comforting warmth, and the calmness surrounding the ritual of sitting down with a fresh cup.
If you can relate, you’ll be happy to know that your favorite coffee mix brand is treating you to two new flavors for your everyday indulgence: Great Taste Supreme Toffee Hazelnut and Great Taste Supreme Black Forest Latte.
Now, you can reward yourself with an indulgent cup of coffee every day for an affordable price!
Relish the nutty linamnam goodness of Toffee Hazelnut, topped with exciting choco brown mallows. Or, savor the choco-cherry linamnam taste of Black Forest Latte topped with delicious cherry red mallows.
Catriona Gray celebrates her everyday wins like a queen with Great Taste Supreme
Your wins — big or small — deserve a reward, whether this means waking up on time for work, working hard on a project, finally catching up with your friends, finishing a great workout, having a well-deserved me-time, or just whenever you feel like treating yourself.
Even better: you can cop these rewarding coffee indulgences for just P8 SRP per 26g sachet from your nearest supermarkets, convenience stores, or at Universal Robina Corporation (URC)’s official stores online.
Try the newest feel-good, everyday reward: Great Taste Supreme Toffee Hazelnut and Great Taste Supreme Black Forest Latte. You wouldn’t want to miss out on this!
This school year marks a new beginning as students gradually return to school to see their classmates, friends, and teachers in person after more than two years. While other schools remain online, one thing stays constant: Whether a student will attend face-to-face classes or learn from home, a desktop or laptop is essential for schoolwork.
Acer is ready to ring the bell with the best back-to-school deals plus up to 5,000php gift certificates for Adidas products in participating The SM Stores.*
Get up to a P20,000 discount or a gift certificate for Adidas merchandise in participating The SM Stores for every purchase of any qualifying Acer product until August 15, 2022.
“We are helping students and their parents welcome the new school year with awesome deals in our back-to-school promo. These devices are perfect productivity tools aimed to bring back every student’s excitement for the upcoming school year. The past two years have been tough on students and their families, and this is our way of giving back,” said Acer Philippines General Manager Sue On-Lim.
For participating Acer Aspire 3, Acer Aspire 5, and Acer Aspire 7 models, get up to Php1,000 discount and/or up to Php3,000 Adidas voucher; for participating Acer Swift 3 and Swift 5 models, get up to Php1,000 discount and/or up to Php5,000 Adidas voucher; and for participating Acer Vero models, get up to Php1,000 discount and/or up to Php5,000 Adidas voucher.
For gaming notebooks, buy the Acer Nitro 5 and Acer Nitro 7 models and get up to Php5,000 discount and/or up to Php5,000 Adidas voucher, and get up to Php10,000 discount for Predator Helios 300 models. For consumer and gaming desktops, get up to Php20,000 discount when you buy any of the participating Predator Orion 3000 and Predator Orion 5000 models, and up to Php5,000 discount for participating Nitro 50 models. Get up to Php7,000 discount on participating Acer Aspire All-In-One, Acer Aspire XC and Acer Aspire TC models.
The promo, which runs from June 15 to August 15, 2022, extends to consumer, gaming, and AOpen monitors as well. You can get up to Php4,000 discount for any participating Acer, Predator, and AOpen monitors and up to Php1,500 discount off participating Acer projectors.
For acerpure’s line of air coolers and purifiers, you can get up to Php5,000 discount on acerpure cool, acerpure pro, and acerpure cozy.
Participating stores are Acer Concept Stores, Acer Authorized Resellers, and the Acer Philippines Online Store. The customer must complete the claiming process to avail of the Adidas voucher and register their product for warranty at https://warranty.acer.com.ph/ within one (1) week of purchase. If the product is eligible for the promo, the warranty site will have a drop-down list of The SM Stores branches and customers must choose their preferred branch redemption site to redeem the voucher. The customer cannot change The SM Store branch redemption site. Once the customer completes all the registration requirements, Acer will validate the credentials within five (5) business days. An electronic voucher will then be sent to the customer’s provided email address after seven (7) business days. For voucher redemption, customers must print the Adidas voucher sent to their email and present it to The SM Store branch of their choice with one (1) government-issued ID. The vouchers are only for Adidas bags and shoes and can be redeemed at participating The SM Stores nationwide.
P-pop sensation and Acer ambassador SB19 was the special guest during the launch of the promotion at the SM Mall of Asia, to the delight of their fans. The boy band performed “Bazinga,” “Mapa,” and Acer’s song, “Live It Up.”
For more information about Acer and the promotion, follow Acer Philippines on its social media platforms: @AcerPH on Facebook, @acerph on Instagram, and @acerphils on Twitter or go to www.acer.com.
There’s no denying that Illumination’s Minions have become denim-clad cultural icons. Whether rolling a Tyrannosaurus rex into a volcano, or teaming up with their favorite super villain, Gru, the iconic mayhem-makers from the highest-grossing global animated film franchise of all time know how to make even being despicable joyful. And, thanks to that, they’ve worked their way into the hearts of millions of fans all over the world. To celebrate their incredible popularity, as well as the release of Illumination’s new film, Minions: The Rise of Gru (only in theaters June 29), Levi’s® —another beloved cultural icon—and the Minions have teamed up for a special collaboration.
Set in the 1970s, Minions: The Rise of Gru tells the origin story of how the world’s greatest supervillain first met his iconic Minions, forged cinema’s most despicable crew and faced off against the most unstoppable criminal force ever assembled.
In that spirit, available at select Levi’s® Tailor Shops, the collaboration features an array of original Minions artwork inspired by styles of the ’70s and ’80s that fans can use to customize jeans and Truckers. Each graphic comes courtesy of the talented team at Illumination, the masterminds behind the Minions, who know how to have some irreverent fun. Just like Levi’s®. It’s a way to add a delightful twist to your favorite Levi’s® pieces. Graphics include Minions engaging in a range of mischievous activities, as well as phrases like, “I Did My Best,” “Ba Na Na” and “100% Evil.
“As any follower of the Minions movies will know, they’re fun, irreverent, and truly iconic. Just like Levi’s®, they’re both instantly recognizable and beloved all over the world. So the idea behind the collaboration was to bring these two icons together for a bit of mischievous fun. What better way to customize your Levi’s® jeans than with a bit of Minions-style creative chaos.”— Karen Riley-Grant, Levi’s® Chief Marketing Officer.
“The Minions are relatable to audiences of all ages around the globe, and we’ve been delighted to see how fans have embraced them as means of self-expression. We hope the Minions continue to be a retort to the real world’s challenges and are proud to join Levi’s in this creative and joyful collaboration.” – Chris Meledandri, Illumination founder and CEO.
The Levi’s® x Minions: The Rise of Gru customization offering officially launches on June 20, 2022 and will be available at all in-store Levi’s® Tailor Shops: SM Mall of Asia, Robinsons Place Manila, Ayala Manila Bay, The SM Store SM Makati, SM Cebu and Robinsons Place Iloilo.
CCP Arthouse Cinema holds a special screening of National Artist Fernando Poe Jr.’s Alupihang Dagat (1976) to celebrate the 2022 National Heritage Celebration on July 8, 2022 (Friday), 2pm, at the Tanghalang Manuel Conde (CCP Audio-Visual Room).
In Alupihang Dagat, set in a humble fishing village where the men sail out to sea and the women stay behind to dive for sponges, Gomer learns of about the disappearances of seafaring youngsters upon returning from an extended voyage and soon sets out in his tiny skiff to get to the bottom of things.
Eventually, he stumbles upon the island hideout of a band of modern-day pirates who, under the leadership of a female captain named Odessa, are responsible for kidnapping and enslaving many of Gomer’s friends and neighbors.
There will also be a back-to-back screening of Nadjoua Bansil’s Bohe: Sons of the Waves (2012) and Emmanuel Dela Cruz’s Gabon (2007) at 4pm to commemorate the Eid al-Adha (Feast of the Sacrifice).
Gabon tells the story of how far a young Maranao girl takes to heart the promise to her parents that she will finish a school exam. The title comes from an old Maranao folk lullaby which means cloud. Shot in one day in Marawi, Lanao del Sur, just before Ramadan, Gabon features an ensemble cast of grades 2-4 students from the MSU Integrated Laboratory School and the alumni of Sining Kambayoka.
In Bohe: Sons of the Waves, five Badjao boys learn the value of mangroves in Malitam Island, where they escape from the conflicts and constant abuse by pirates and ordinary folks. Through this newfound knowledge, they plan to save their island from sinking due to harsh weather and other man-made causes.
Due to lack of money to buy the seedlings, they decide to steal them from the sanctuary. Little do they know what they are about to lose. Will these seedlings become their tree of hope or will this hope drown their dreams of a stable home? The hope of these young sea gypsies will be the frustration of their elders.
The film puts the spotlight on Sama Palau (commonly known as Badjaos), the second largest sea gypsy community in the world from the Southern parts of the Philippines.
The film screening aims to revisit our artists’ historical works to create consciousness, respect, and love for the legacies of the nation’s cultural history among the Filipino people and learn from these films. This is in collaboration with the Film Development Council of the Philippines, Philippine Film Archive, and the Society of Filipino Archivists for Film.
Payday is just around the corner, and if you’re looking for fresh style inspirations to treat yourselves with, we’ve got you covered. Check out these celebrity-approved styles which you can get for less during Love, Bonito’s Payday Sale from June 29 to July 5!
1. All-around dresses as seen on @mauwrob: ease into a maxi dress or midi with a simple silhouette for any occasion.
June once again hits this year, and what else gives a greater hit than the Brothers Burger team and their flame-grilled burgers, amazing gourmet sides in a perfect upbeat friendly environment. Brothers has been increasing its reach now with new dishes from the Jack-O Burgers, Smash Brothers Burgers, and the recently added Brothers Veggie Burgers. New Burgers will keep on coming but one thing that never changes is the quality of service that Brothers always strives for. With Brothers Burger hitting 23 years of quality Burger service, it’s time to celebrate again the best way Brothers knows how, with flame-grilled Burgers for all.
Sprouting up in 1999, Brothers Burger was a resto created by 3 Jose Brothers. DJ, Martin and Quito, who envisioned their burger experiences while they studied abroad. They wanted to bring to the Philippines burgers that had a different experience to offer, a more gourmet experience. Brothers Burger was the first to offer an everyday type burger with numerous types of blends, from blue cheese, cream cheese or ranchero flavors, anything to really please the taste buds of any type of FIlipino. “It feels like a child we nourished for so many years together with my brothers and Raffy Villavicencio and Alec Villavicencio, we are proud to open 32 Brothers Burger branches and hoping to open more.
“I feel excited that we’ve been here for 23 years, and I’m very proud that my recipe has never changed. It’s a testament of how good our Burgers really are.” says Chef Quito Jose. Brothers has always used their signature blend, and has been remixed with all these amazing flavors like the Ranchero Burger or Blues Brothers Burger. These flavors continue to provide the people choices on what could really fill their burger cravings.
And with all the history Brothers Burger has made, they wanted to celebrate their 23rd anniversary with a new promo that’ll get some people hungry for some BB specials. Until July 31, Brothers will be offering a special 2 for 3 Brothers Burger promo. Not just that, for every purchase of a Brothers Burger meal, you have a chance of winning a special Brothers Burger streetwear shirt! Perfect to show your love to the homemade brand.
Catch your favorite singers and live streamers in “The Lounge: Live” happening on July 16, 2022, Saturday 8PM at Teatrino, Promenade, Greenhills featuring performances by Lucky Robles, Jeff Cifra, Princess Sevillena-Cabatu, James Reyes, Keng Bañez-Soto, JM Dumaran, Lester Tonga, Kazzle Delbo, Ralph Cabatu, Emman Chua, Rainier Caballero, and The Boxers Band.
Life is indeed full of surprises, and this includes unexpected expenses – from the sudden ticket selling of your fave musician to fixing your vehicle and taking your pet to the vet.
Having a ‘rainy-day’ fund, which is money specifically saved for unplanned expenses, gives you a safety net so unplanned expenses won’t disrupt your budget or force you into debt.
The ideal rainy-day or emergency fund is usually at least three months’ worth of your expenses. This may seem like a lot of money, but here are small and practical ways to get started:
· Track your expenses
A key step towards having your finances sorted out is keeping track of your spending so you would know how much you can save and where to cut down. Don’t be intimidated by keeping a record; figure out what works for you whether it’s a spreadsheet, a free expense tracking app or even your trusty planner.
· Begin with a small goal or regular contribution
Three times the usual monthly budgetmay be an overwhelming amount for some. Start with a smaller goal like PHP 50 a week toward your rainy-day fund so you can manage your cash and prevent you from giving up altogether.
· Automate your payments and transfers
If you have an ATM or a payroll account, set up an auto-debit feature that automatically transfers a certain amount from your paycheck to a savings account, with the option of choosing how much and how often. You could also set up the same for your bills and recurring payment, so you could avoid overdue payment penalties.
· Invest in your household items
Choosing the cheaper option might be tempting, but some household items are worth investing in when you’re sure about the quality. Good appliances and kitchen equipment may have a higher one-off cost but won’t break down or even cause household accidents that will surely wipe out your savings. Quality products mean you don’t need to shell out money for repairs, replacements, or refills.
During times when household fires caused by LPG leakages are becoming more common, being sure about the quality of your kitchen fuel makes all the difference. Substandard and fake LPG cylinders may only be short-lived and lead to more refills. They also run the risk of causing explosions and fires, which is a threat not only to your property but to you and your loved ones.
Make sure your LPG tank delivers value for money by lasting as long as it should. Having a safe and trusted kitchen fuel like Solane LPG guarantees you having the exact amount of content as promised, as only verified Solane LPGs go through the Timbang Challenge. Solane’s 7-point Safety Check, an exclusive service provided to all Solane LPG home delivery customers nationwide, also ensures that your burner produces a blue flame to maintain the quality of your gas appliance.
To order Verified Solane LPG, customers may call the Hatid Bahay Hotline – (632) 8887-5555, send a message to 0918-887-5555 (Smart) / 0917 8977555 (Globe) or the Solane Facebook page, or place their orders through the Solane app. Customers may also place an order through the Web Ordering Platform.
Based on the award-winning short story by (legendary horror author) Stephen King’s son, Joe Hill from his New York Times bestseller 20th Century Ghosts, The Black Phone follows 13-year-old Finney (Thames), who is abducted by an infamous child abductor and serial killer known as The Grabber (Hawke) in a small town in northern Denver. Locked in the killer’s basement, Finney discovers that he can hear the killer’s previous victims through a disconnected black rotary phone on the wall.
Director Scott Derrickson shares on how the film came about, reminiscing on how he learned about the story. “I happened to stumble into a bookstore around the time the book came out. At the time, I didn’t know who Joe was, let alone that he was Stephen King’s son. I stood in the bookstore and read this short story and thought, ‘Wow, this guy is great.’ It was only about 20 pages long, but I thought the concept was fantastic and such a good idea for a movie. I never forgot about it.”
The inspiration for the tale came from a specific memory from Hill’s childhood. “I grew up in Bangor, Maine, in a very old house,” Hill says. “There was a phone in the basement that wasn’t connected to anything, and I found that phone creepy and unsettling. It didn’t make sense for a phone to be in a basement with a dirt floor and crumbling concrete walls. As a kid, the worst thing I could imagine was that phone ringing.”
The Black Phone also delves into the traumas and dangers of being a kid growing up in the ’70s and ’80s. Kids had a lot more freedom back then, which made them a lot more susceptible to danger, but also kept kids on their toes. For Hill, the recreation of that era in the film proved particularly vivid and personal. For Gen Xers, children of the ’70s, this was a time without anti-bullying initiatives, where, for boys in particular, learning to defend oneself against mean kids was considered a normal rite of passage. “My earliest memory up until high school was the violence of the neighborhood that I lived in,” Derrickson says. “The primary feeling that I remember having as a child was fear. I was the youngest kid on the street full of bullies.”
Released by Universal Pictures International, set your alarms and watch The Black Phone in local cinemas nationwide starting July 20. Rated R13 by the MTRCB (only 13 years old above can watch in cinemas).
Catch it earlier on July 11 and 12 with its sneak previews in select cinemas nationwide.
Nowadays, there are mobile apps for just about everything, even for activities like shopping or making financial transactions that we previously could not do online. With thousands of apps available for our use, it’s best to choose one with different features so you don’t have to constantly switch between apps. Are you looking for versatility and convenience? Then ShopeePay is for you. To get started, simply download the Shopee app, activate and verify your ShopeePay Wallet. From paying for items on Shopee to sending money, there’s a lot you can accomplish with Shopee’s integrated mobile wallet.
Here’s a quick rundown of the things you can do with ShopeePay so you won’t miss out:
1. Avoid bank fees when you cash in via InstaPay or link your bank account
There are plenty of ShopeePay cash in channels to choose from like payment centers, e-wallets, online banking, debit cards, and more. Aside from these convenient options, did you know that you can also avoid admin fees and cash in for free? One way is to link your BPI or UnionBank account to cash in for free. For those with a different bank, cashing in is also free when you use InstaPay on your bank’s online app—get up to P25 cashback on your first two InstaPay transactions per month.
To make the experience even more rewarding, you can join the ‘Cash In and Win with InstaPay’ promo and stand a chance to win P100,000 worth of prizes when you cash in at least P1,000 via InstaPay from June 27 to 30. Cash in as many times as you can to earn more raffle entries.
2. Send money to any bank, e-wallet, or Shopee user for free
Need to send money to your friends or family? No need to worry about paying additional fees. The best thing about sending money with ShopeePay is that it’s free, no hidden fees. Choose from different ways to instantly send money— to bank account, e-wallet, scan to send via QR, or try the new Ang Pao feature. You can use ShopeePay Ang Pao to surprise your friends and family during special occasions or to send money to multiple people at the same time without incurring additional charges. Here’s a short video on how to use Ang Pao:
On top of zero fees, you can also earn money when you participate in ShopeePay’s send money promos until June 30.
ShopeePay Mission – From June 23 to 30, send at least P50 to any ShopeePay user or bank/e-wallet account, and earn raffle entries for every transaction. Eligible users can get a chance to win up to P1,000,000.
Double Ang Pao promo – Get double the amount you sent when you send at least P50 to 40 friends from June 27 to 29 (capped at P200) and to 100 friends on June 30 (capped at P500).
3. Buy discounted load and data for your mobile phone
We’re used to purchasing prepaid load from reloading stations that usually add extra costs on top of the load. Why pay full price or more when you can call, text, and surf the net with discounted load and data promos from ShopeePay? Get up to 10% discount for mobile load and data from the country’s major networks when you top up your prepaid SIM. Tip: Check out ShopeePay’s flash deals and payday discounts for more offers.
4. Get cashback when you pay your bills
Whether you need to pay for daily utilities like electricity, water, and internet or personal expenses like loans, insurance, or government contributions, ShopeePay is a one-stop shop for your bills payment needs. Get the most out of your monthly budget with cashback vouchers when you use ShopeePay to pay over 60 partner billers—new users can get up to 100% bills cashback (minimum spend P180, capped at 180 coins).
5. Access amazing deals in-store and online shopping perks
Check out ‘ShopeePay Near Me’ on the Shopee app to discover deals for as low as P1 from popular food & beverage outlets, retail brands, and more. Avid online shoppers can get more value for money when you pay Shopee purchases with ShopeePay’s exclusive shipping discounts and cashback vouchers. This June 30 Payday Sale, enjoy even more rewards such as sitewide shipping discount vouchers w/ P0 min. spend, up to P1000 off on bills and 10% off vouchers when shopping.
Activate ShopeePay now and start enjoying its benefits. To learn more about ShopeePay, visit https://shopee.ph/m/shopee-pay. Follow ShopeePay’s Instagram and Facebook pages to be updated with the latest promos.
