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This Is Not A Drill: Win P66,000 From ShopBack This 6.6 Sale!
It’s that time of the month again! ShopBack, the leading cashback and rewards platform, is giving away ₱66,000 as part of this month’s 6.6 Sale.

Treating yourself every once in a while and celebrating the little wins are always a good idea. It’s halfway through the year, and it’s only fitting to reward yourself with items that have been sitting inside your shopping cart for so long.

Get that top you’ve always wanted, book that getaway trip you’ve been planning for months, and buy those beauty products to complete your skincare routine. No matter what’s on your wishlist this 6.6 sale, ShopBack has got you covered with irresistible deals at undeniably low prices. With over 500+ merchants such as Nike, Watsons, Agoda, iHerb, and more – there is always a brand to fit your needs.

With ShopBack, you get cashback every time you shop. Real cash that you can withdraw. You can also now purchase vouchers and get instant cashback from GrabCar, Foodpanda, SHEIN, and many more.

This 6.6, participants will need to channel the common phrase “Sharing is Caring” within themselves as the Refer-A-Friend campaign is an integral part for participants who wants a shot at winning the 66K Challenge. Users will need to encourage as many people as they can using their own ShopBack referral link. Not only will they be rewarded ₱100 cashback for every successful referral with ₱300 purchase on ShopBack, but they will also increase their chances of winning the grand prize of the 66K Challenge.

₱66K Challenge: The Mechanics

Interested participants will need to register an official ShopBack account with their referral link posted in their bio. The entry video must have the ShopBack account tagged and the privacy setting set for public viewing. Users must also invite their friends to #StartwithShopback by encouraging them to sign up using their own respective referral links.

In this challenge, users will have to put their verbal dexterity and tongue twister skills to the test to get a shot at winning the grand prize. Participating users will need to:
- Perform the challenge either on Tiktok, Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter
- Say 66 repeatedly in a span of 6 seconds
- Include the hashtag #ShopBack66KChallenge and encourage followers to refer friends on ShopBack to get rewarded with ₱100 cashback at the end of the video
- Make sure to include screenshots/images/clips of you showing how to refer
- Make sure to have your ShopBack referral link in your bio
- Tag @shopbackph on the post
Participants may submit their entries starting on June 4th until June 15th. The winner of the 66K challenge will be based on the number of people they got to sign up using their referral link (40%), the number of shares (30%), and the creativity of the video (30%).

Download now to find out more: https://app.shopback.com/66KPR

For more information and news updates about the upcoming ₱66K Challenge, visit the official ShopBack website, https://www.shopback.ph/, and the following social media pages: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ShopBackPhilippines |Twitter: https://twitter.com/shopbackph | Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shopbackph/
June 6, 2022
These Filipina Entrepreneurs are Transforming Lives with their Awesome Beauty Products!

With the pandemic entering the world last 2020, a lot of lives were challenged. People having to live with the new normal, skipping some of the things that were usually so accessible in exchange of safety from the virus. Aside from that, livelihoods and businesses were also drastically affected because of the overall impact that the virus had on the lifestyles of people. One such industry is the beauty industry, because now, people had limited access to its services and products, as well as a smaller budget.

In the case of these two local beauty brands, we see proof that despite the challenges the businesses might face, a brand can still make it through with hard work, the right intentions, and maybe, a little bit of luck.

One such brand is Dear Face. Launched in November 2020, the brand started small with only two skincare sets, a facial wash and a serum. During the height of the pandemic, its CEO and founder, Ma. Jonalyn Sison-Ramos, identified two major problems that people were faced with: (1) lack of source of income due to the economic effects of the global lockdown and (2) lack of self-care due to isolation and quarantine. These are the main reasons why Dear Face was born as well as the driving force of its mission and purpose. The company is dedicated to empowering people by providing a main source of income through its distributorship program. It also aims to give people a form of self-care with its wide range of effective supplements and skincare products that are affordable and available to everyone.

Since its inception, the brand has gained impressive momentum, with over 1500 local and international distributors in countries like the United States of America, Australia, United Arab Emirates, Brunei, United Kingdom, etc. Some of you may know their TikTok famous product — the Drunk Skin, which has sold more than 250,000 bottles to date. With the rate things are going for Dear Face, there’s no denying that this young brand’s current success is only the beginning!

Another brand with a magical touch is Skinpotions. It was founded in 2013 by sisters Ma. Jonalyn Sison-Ramos, a registered nurse by profession, and Ma. Aileen Sison-Pacheco, a former international flight attendant. Interestingly, their interest started because of Jonalyn’s personal struggle with teenage acne and her journey to finding products that worked on her skin. Apart from this, both share a common passion in helping people transform their lives and feel better about themselves through skincare and makeup.

Skinpotions started reaching its consumers through online selling platforms. It introduced cost-effective products in varieties of soap, lotion, face cream and serum, then eventually expanded its selection, adding makeup and cosmetics to its product line. Only two years later, the brand grew to have more than 100 local distributors and also some from countries abroad such as USA, Italy, Japan, UAE, and Australia. The company has also joined several shopping bazaars and collaboration stores in order to reach more consumers.

With the demand for products rapidly increasing around the country, especially in provinces, Skinpotions partnered with Francorp Phillipines and opened its doors to franchising. The brand then became a duly member of the Philippine Franchise Association and was able to open a number of franchise stores, expanding its scope in Luzon and Visayas. Spreading its wings even further, its CEO, Ma. Jonalyn Sison-Ramos won the 2018 Nextgen in Franchising of the International Franchise Association in Phoenix, Arizona USA.

The following year, Skinpotions collaborated with The Walt Disney Co. Philippines to launch a selection of makeup products for Disney’s live-action remake of the movie, Aladdin. Like in the movie theme song – A Whole New World, this move was truly a shining, shimmering, and splendid one for the brand. Its block screening, attended by known influencers and vloggers in the country, was one of the many achievements this venture brought the company.

Skinpotions currently has over a hundred and seventy-eight thousand followers on Facebook, a reflection of its rising popularity as well as the lives it has changed through their products.

It’s definitely inspiring to see these young Filipina entrepreneurs thrive while transforming the lives of their products’ users as well as their business partners. If you’re looking for a new beauty product to try, why not check these brands out?

June 3, 2022
Here Are The Best Deals from Lazada’s 6.6 Mid-year Mega Sale
Serving up a refreshing mid-year break is Lazada, as Southeast Asia’s pioneer eCommerce platform rolls out its annual 6.6 Mid-year Mega Sale from June 6 to 8.

Looking to rejuvenate shoppers and re-energize them for the next half of the year, consumers can look out for tons of incredible deals and inspiration to keep them going for the second half of the year! Want to achieve your mid-year goals? Simply share with us your #LazadaMidYearGoals, what you aspire to achieve together with your Lazada cart to win PHP 66,000 Lazada Wallet Credits so you can purchase everything you need to achieve your mid-year resolution.

What’s more? Lazada will help you make that switch-up by offering fast and free shipping and 6x stackable vouchers, as well as 60% cashback (no minimum spend, capped at P60) and 10% Lazada Bonus (P500 minimum spend), so bag the best deals at Lazada’s 6.6 Mid-year Mega Sale!

Electronics:
- Apple– Up to 30% off + Free Shipping
- Oppo– Up to 59% off + Win gifts worth P20,000
- Beyond the Box– Up to P11,000 OFF + Freebies + Free Shipping + Vouchers
- Logitech– Up to 60% off + Free Shipping + Vouchers
- PerySmith– Up to 77% off + Free Shipping and Vouchers
- Haier– Up to 40% off plus voucher, shipping and collect Lazada bonus
- Xtreme– Up to 55% + Free Shipping and Vouchers
- TCL– Up to 50% off with Vouchers, Exclusive Bundles and Freebies
- HP– Up to 15% off + 3,000 off Vouchers & Free Gifts
- DJI– Up to 50% off + Free Shipping + Vouchers
Fashion:
- Forever21– Up to 60% off + Free Shipping + Voucher + Flexi
- Penshoppe– Up to 66% off + Vouchers + Free Shipping + Cashback + Laz Bonus
- Under Armour– Up to 60% off + Free Shipping + Voucher + Flexi
- American Tourister– Up to 65% off + Free Shipping + Voucher + Flexi
- Sunnies Studios– Up to 50% off + Free Shipping + Voucher + Flexi
- Nike– Up to 50% off + Free Shipping + Voucher + Flexi
- Havaianas– Get Pairs for as low as P600 pesos +Vouchers + Free shipping
- Tala by Kyla– 20% off storewide + Free Shipping + Vouchers + Lazada Bonus + New collections
- Nick Automatic– Up to 10% off + Vouchers + Free shipping + Buy 2 get 10% off
- Daniel Wellington Official Store– Up to 30% off + No Min spend Free Shipping +Big Voucher + Flexi combo
Personal care, health & beauty, mother & baby, and groceries:
- Unilever– Up to 50% off + Free Shipping + Free Gifts + Exclusive Vouchers
- Garnier– Up to 50% off + Free Shipping + Vouchers
- Maybelline– Up to 50% off + Free Shipping + Vouchers
- Premium Beauty– Up to 50% off savings + Get Extra Gifts
- Puritan’s Pride– Up to 50% off + Free Shipping + Cashback + Vouchers + Lazada Bonus
- Optimum Nutrition– Save up to P665 + Free Shipping + Freebies + Vouchers
- Unilab– Up to Php 700 off + Free Gifts, Free Shipping, Vouchers and more
- PAMPERS– Up to 65% discount on select items + up to P250 off on Shipping
- PATPAT (Baby and Kids Clothes) Flagship Store– Up to 50% off+ Exclusive Bundles + Free shipping + Cashback
- Century Food– Up to 25% off + Free Shipping + Exclusive Vouchers + Freebies
- Universal Robina– Up to 10% off + Vouchers + Free shipping
- Lysol– Buy 4 Get 2 Deals + Free shipping + Vouchers + Free gifts
- Pedigree & Whiskas– Up to 40% off + Free Shipping + Vouchers + Free Gifts worth up to P400
- PetKit– Up to 50%off + Flexi + Free shipping + Lazada bonus
Home & living, sports & outdoors, toys & games, and motors:
- Locaupin– Up to 80% off + Free Shipping
- Tefal Cookware– Up to 55% off + Exclusive Bundles & Freebies
- Bosch Power Tools by BGE– Up to 57% discount on selected items + Free shipping, discount vouchers, freebies, and bundles
- 3M Official Store– 50% off + free shipping + collectible vouchers
- Home de Luxe– Up to 85% + Free Shipping Nationwide
- Bosca– Up to 80% off + vouchers + free shipping
- Lego– Up to 40% off + Pre-sale deals + Vouchers + Flexi Combo
- Toy Kingdom– Up to 40% off
- Decathlon– Up to P400 off + free shipping + vouchers
- National Bookstore– Up to 20% off + Free Shipping + Lazada Bonus
- Spyder– Up to 30% off + Lazada Bonus + Free Shipping
- Rivers– Up to 60% off + Lazada Bonus + Free Shipping
More surprises are in store from top deals to exclusive vouchers and more with LazLive Livestreams. All you have to do is catch the Lazada 6.6 segment on the following livestreams:
- June 1 to 8– Score top deals and exclusive vouchers and more only at Lazada’s 6.6 Finds at Papremyo from June 1 to 8, every 5PM.
- June 4 to 6- Watch out for Lazada Shake It from June 4 to 6 on your favorite noontime shows. Over PHP 3 Million worth of vouchers to be given away sa Lazada Millionaire, Hu-Lazada, at Lazada Cart O Cash!
- June 5 to 8- Guess the Price to Win the Prize on Lazada’s own quiz show, Guess It! from 7pm to 8:30pm starting June 5 to 8. Play it exclusively on the Lazada app and get a chance to win over PHP 1 Million in prizes!
- June 5 (PM)- Switch It Up for Lazada’s 6.6 Mid-Year Mega Sale with your favorite performers and celebrities such as Barbie Forteza, Ruru Madrid, Arthur Nery, Daiana Menezes, and Marlann Flores. You can also get a chance to be the next millionaire so tune in as we count down to this refreshing sale with over PHP 3 Million of prizes to be given away!
In addition to the epic deals and LazLive segments, Ka-Lazadas can also enjoy these exclusive bank discounts from their preferred payment options.

For more information on Lazada’s 6.6 Mid-year Mega Sale, check out Lazada, https://www.facebook.com/LazadaPhilippines, , and https://twitter.com/LazadaPH.
June 3, 2022
CCP Announces Fellows Accepted to The Virgin Labfest 17 Writing Fellowship Program

The Cultural Center of the Philippines is pleased to announce the fellows accepted to the Virgin Labfest 17 Writing Fellowship Program which will take place online on June 14 – 26, 2022:

1.     Wilfredo C. Alipala
2.     Christian Antonio D. Castillo
3.     Lauren Angela C. Chua
4.     Bernardine B. De Belen
5.     Adrian Carlo A. Fajardo
6.     Mark Andy Pedere
7.     Justin Myron R. Ramos
8.     Harvey R. Sallador

The Virgin Labfest Writing Fellowship Program is a two-week mentorship program on the study and practice of dramatic writing for the stage. The Fellowship Program is part of the Cultural Center’s desire to train young aspiring playwrights. It consists of lectures, script critiquing, writing sessions and interactions with known playwrights, directors and selected actors.

The eight (8) fellows accepted to the program will be mentored by Glenn Sevilla Mas, a multi award-winning playwright, and will be given access to all Virgin Labfest 17 plays as part of their mentorship. The Fellowship Program will conclude in a staged reading of the fellows’ works directed by Dennis Marasigan which will take place at the CCP on June 26, 2022, 5PM and streamed online via CCP Facebook.

The Virgin Labfest 17 Writing Fellowship Program is a project of the CCP Artist Training Division of the Arts Education Department.

For further inquiries, kindly email artist.training@culturalcenter.gov.ph or call 8832-1125 local 1605.

June 3, 2022
See it in Cinemas: ‘Jurassic World Dominion’ to Take You Into a Pulse-Racing Adventure as Jurassic Era Ends

Jurassic World Dominion, this year’s most thrilling spectacle for a multi-generation audience and highly-awaited film will finally open nationwide in local cinemas on June 8.

Directed by Colin Trevorrow and produced alongside with Steven Spielberg, Jurassic World Dominion brings together for the first time Chris Pratt, Bryce Dallas Howard along with original cast members Academy Award® winner Laura Dern, Sam Neill and Jeff Goldblum, that also features an impressive international cast, including Mamoudou Athie, Scott Haze, Dichen Lachman, Daniella Pineda, Campbell Scott, Isabella Sermon, Justice Smith, Omar Sy, DeWanda Wise and BD Wong.

Intended for the most immersive movie viewing experience and welcoming moviegoers back into theaters, Jurassic World Dominion’s heart-pounding action and mind-blowing scenes are set to bring the viewers to a breathtaking world where dinosaurs can now co-exist with mankind.

“Ever since I was a kid, I have wanted to see dinosaurs in their natural habitat,” director Colin Trevorrow says. “It may have taken a few decades, but with a little help from ILM, Universal and Amblin, it has finally happened. All over the world, we’ve recently started returning to theaters because movies bring us closer together,” Trevorrow says. “I think we need that shared experience right now … maybe more than we ever have.”

“With the franchise, I’m sharing the next few chapters of a story we’ve been telling around the campfire for thirty years,” Colin Trevorrow says. “This is a world that Steven Spielberg and Michael Crichton created together, and I have been fortunate enough to be a custodian of it for three films—in collaboration with Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom director J.A. Bayona, the writers and everyone who’s worked to make this what it is. I’m so grateful to Steven for allowing a new generation to continue telling the story that he and his collaborators began.”

Truly a trailblazer from the beginning, the Jurassic franchise once again has set the bar high with its epic conclusion within the movie industry by creating a safe space for everyone involved during the pandemic when the film was produced. With Dominion, it became the first major studio production to begin filming again due to the unprecedented COVID-protocol plan created by the filmmakers. The protocols they created soon become the industry gold-standard, allowing productions across the industry to get back to work.

Pratt commends Universal and the film’s crew for creating and abiding by the strict COVID protocols that were put in place for the production. “It was expensive and arduous, and it required a whole new department being added to the production,” Pratt says. “At the time, I talked to people who would say, ‘Really? You’re going back into production? Are you sure that’s safe?’ And I would say, ‘Listen, if there’s an industry that’s cut out to handle this, it’s the film industry.’ If anyone has the resources, the will, the passion and the necessity to get something done, it’s a film crew. I think it’s a feat of human ingenuity that we were able to be one of the first film productions to put all of the protocols in place and keep everyone safe.”

Presented by Universal Pictures and Amblin Entertainment, catch Jurassic World Dominion on June 8 in cinemas nationwide. Also available in select 2D and 3D IMAX screens. #JurassicWorldDominionPH

June 3, 2022
WATCH: The Mint of the Unified Korea is Jeopardized in New ‘Money Heist: Korea’ Trailer

A new trailer for Money Heist: Korea – Joint Economic Area has been released by Netflix!

In the trailer, we see a glimpse of that first meeting between the Professor and Tokyo, as the former invites the latter to join him in his huge plan. We also get to see the group in their Korean version of the red jumpsuit and Dali mask combo, as they face off against the police and even with themselves.

Watch the trailer for Money Heist: Korea – Joint Economic Area below:

This new crime drama is the Korean adaptation of the hit Netflix series from Spain, Money Heist or La Casa De Papel. It tells the story of the Professor, who rounds up a crew of professionals to pull off a “revolutionary crime”– taking over the Mint of a unified Korea and bringing lots of cash with them.

The series’ all-star cast includes Yoo Ji-tae (Old Boy), Kim Yunjin (Lost), Park Hae-soo (Squid Game), Jun Jong-seo (Burning), Lee Won-jong (The Guest), Park Myung-hoon (Parasite), Kim Seung-o (The Pirates: The Last Royal Treasure), Kim Ji-hun (Flower of Evil), Jang Yoon-ju (Veteran), Lee Joobeen (She Would Never Know), Lee Hyun-woo (The Liar and His Lover), Kim Ji-hoon (The Good Detective), and Lee Kyu-ho (The Uncanny Counter).

It starts streaming on Netflix this June 24. For more details, visit its official page on Netflix.

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June 3, 2022
Get Up to 40% Off on Smartphones with Vivo’s 6.6 Promo!
vivo Philippines announces huge 6.6 promotions on their best-selling and newly launched smartphones and customers may purchase via vivo’s official website, Shopee, Lazada, or TikTok Shop with exclusive discounts, vouchers, and freebies depending on the amount spent.

The recently launched gaming lineup T Series, vivo T1 5G,and vivo T1x are also up for grabs along with the V235G, V23e, Y73, Y21T, Y15s, Y15A, Y01, and more. Shopee and Lazada 6.6 customers will get special vouchers, FREE DITO SIM Card, and additional freebies like TWS Voguard, 2-in-1 Clock Speaker, backpack, or neckband.

On the other hand, those who will purchase via vivo Philippines’ official website, will not only get vouchers, and freebies but also enjoy benefits like FREE SHIPPING.

To learn more about this promo and the complete list of devices, visit the links below.
- Shopee:https://bit.ly/vivo-66Megacamp-SHP-PR
- Lazada: https://bit.ly/vivo-66MegaCamp-LZD-PR
June 3, 2022
ALLCARE Teams Up with Kumu to Provide Holistic Health Benefits for Pinoy Content Creators

ALLCARE has partnered with Kumu to provide accessible and holistic benefits for the growing Kumu community of content creators in the Philippines.

The partnership supports ALLCARE’s mission of providing comprehensive worker benefits to underserved segments such as SMEs, freelancers, gig workers, and self-employed individuals.

“Our goal is to provide access to complete and affordable worker benefits to everyone, regardless of the type of work,” says Cindy Burdette, CEO and co-founder of ALLCARE. “We recognize the courage and guts it takes for content creators to pursue their passions outside the typical employment set-up. We’re hopeful that this partnership will help them create more and grow their livelihood even more.”

Through this partnership, the Kumu streaming community will have access to 100K HMO, 24/7 Telehealth service, life and accident insurance, annual physical exams, free mental health assessment and counseling, and dental and optical care. The streamers will also be entitled to fitness and productivity benefits and special birthday perks.

Kumu streamers may also avail themselves and their families of other affordable benefits through the ALLCARE’s MyBenefits Dashboard. Other options include additional wellness products such as a telehealth family plan, personal accident insurance, and other coverages.

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“As our Kumunity continues to grow, more content creators will rely on our platform to achieve their dreams,” says James Rumohr, Chief of Staff and Co-founder of Kumu. “Our app is all about community building. Our collaboration with ALLCARE allows us to help our Kumunity continue to build their dreams and provide for their families and themselves.”

June 3, 2022
Rediscover the Flavors of the Archipelago at Diamond Hotel Featuring Chef Tatung Sarthou’s Renowned Dishes

Rediscover the Flavors of the Archipelago at Diamond Hotel Philippines during the Filipino Food Festival from June 6 to 12, 2022 featuring renowned dishes of Filipino Chef Tatung Sarthou – award-winning celebrity chef, restaurateur, best-selling cookbook author, and YouTuber.

To celebrate Philippine Independence and unity, curated culinary treasures of the Philippines will be highlighted at the Corniche Lunch and Dinner buffet spread spanning Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao for P3,300 net per person.

Savor creatively prepared dishes by Chef Tatung starting with appetizers such as Pako Salad, Kinilaw na Tuna and Sinuglaw. For some warmth and comfort, try the soups Sinampalukang Manok, Papaitan Soup and Beef Hinalang. Main dishes that will surely satisfy include Pancit Pusit, Callos, Balbacua, Pinaggang and Beef Kulma. The carving section will highlight the popular Lechon Belly Roll and Roast Beef Adobo. To end the meal partake of Browa, Torta Bisaya, Leche Flan, Buco Pie, and more.

Plus, guests spending Php 5,000 net at the Corniche Buffet will get a chance to win roundtrip airline tickets for 2 persons via Cebu Pacific Air to any local destination of choice at the raffle.

For restaurant reservations, please call (02) 8528-3000. You may also reserve online via onlineshopping.diamondhotel.com.

June 3, 2022
Lalamove Rewards Is Finally Here! Get Points for Every Delivery in Luzon & Cebu

Lalamove, one of the country’s leading on-demand and long distance delivery platforms, has officially launched “Lalamove Rewards”, to keep rewarding Filipinos with every delivery they make via the app.

With the tagline “Rewarding Every Move”, 1 LalaPoint is earned for every PHP 10 spent based on a user’s total delivery fee. Lalamove users nationwide, particularly in serviceable areas across Luzon and in Cebu, are eligible to join the said program.

For a limited time only, users who will join the rewards program will earn 20 welcome LalaPoints and will be automatically eligible to claim a P20 Lalamove coupon, valid for 14 days upon redemption.

Those who have joined the rewards program can reap the rewards of their Lalamove deliveries and LalaPoints garnered by claiming lifestyle e-vouchers from Bruno’s Barbers, Handyman, and SM SuperMalls, and F&B e-vouchers from 7-Eleven, BonChon, Bo’s Coffee, ChaTime, Jollibee, Max’s, and The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf.

“Lalamove Rewards is our way of expressing our gratitude to users for trusting Lalamove to deliver their packages through our wide variety of fleets. With this rewards program, we hope to continuously keep our customers satisfied, not just with the quality of service and our affordable delivery fees, but also with the rewards that await them in every delivery,” remarked Dannah Majarocon, Managing Director of Lalamove Philippines.

According to Majarocon, more brands will be joining to offer lifestyle and F&B e-vouchers for Lalamove Rewards members.

For users who have yet to join the rewards program, they only need to (1) open the mobile app and click the side menu, (2) select the “Rewards”, and (3) tick off the Terms and Conditions and click the “Join now” button.

For more information about Lalamove, visit www.lalamove.com/en-ph/ or stay tuned for announcements on our Facebook page and Instagram account.

June 3, 2022