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EduTECH Philippines is a gathering of the tech sector´s leading solutions providers whose works are geared toward advancing the field of education through innovative applications of technology. The event was held at SMX Convention Center, Mall of Asia last February 20 and 21, 2019. In the recently concluded conference, REX Book Store has once again proven that it is ahead of the curve when it comes to progressive and holistic learning solutions designed for 21st century learning. With over 5,500 attendees the conference´s theme of ¨21st Century Quality Education for all in the Philippines¨ was a resounding success for participants…

Spotify’s Early Noise is back to uncover the next big thing in music, now featuring the highly anticipated K-Pop group: TOMORROW X TOGETHER also known as TXT. Announced earlier this year by Big Hit Entertainment, the label behind global sensation BTS, you will finally get to hear TXT’s debut EP, The Dream Chapter: STAR, released today. Spotify is thrilled to host brand-new TXT content with fans —  including their debut tracks, a selection of the group’s favorite songs, and a special audio interview for a first-hand listen into their music inspirations  — all available now on Spotify’s Early Noise 2019:…

Over the years, Philippine Airlines has been making the world more connected through heartfelt air travel, making everything reachable. Now with more flights to Asia, it gave access to amazing lands, countless sceneries, and people like no other await. Three cities in particular are rich in cultures so distinct, you’ll be in awe over and over again. Once upon a time, the foreign lands of the East stayed distant. Its mysteries remained unknown, the stories of enchanting kingdoms remained fantasies, and its inhabitants remained strangers. And only a few could fly to these… until now. Hanoi, the timeless charm. At…

Keeping up with the digital age and adapting to the latest technologies is a major part of the growth strategy of AXA Philippines, one of the leading insurance companies in the country. Philippine entity is in fact quite advanced in the use of digital tools, accelerating its strategy to move from being a payer to becoming an encouraging partner. This was revealed by Denis Duverne, AXA Group chairman, during his recent visit to the Philippines.  “We do use new technologies in all parts of our businesses,” Duverne says. He adds that the Philippine entity is in fact quite advanced…

Citi, the country’s leading foreign bank, sees strong investment opportunities for clients despite global market volatility. At a series of 2019 outlook events, Citigold clients heard expert views on the current market environment and implications for investment strategy. Citi’s consumer banking head Manoj Varma welcomed Citigold clients. “Today’s event is about sharing global and local expertise so you can be aware of the many investment opportunities during this current period of global volatility,” said Varma. He added that diversification across asset classes, geographies and strategies will be essential in 2019. According to Ramon Tejero, Citicorp Financial Services and Insurance Brokerage…

The 40-story Bristol at Parkway Place stands as the tallest residential tower in Filinvest City, Alabang. Bristol at Parkway Place—exceptional, modern, and luxurious—stands out among upscale property projects in Metro South. Bristol has proven to be a superior investment proposition, whose value has been continuously rising, providing early investors with excellent returns of up to 30 percent. It is also an excellent development project, located at the prestigious corner of Corporate and Parkway Avenues, dubbed as Millionaires’ Row, at the upmarket section of the masterplanned green urban center Filinvest City in Alabang. What was once just the bold vision of…

Since the program’s launch in 2016, a total of 112 School-in-a-Bag packages have been donated to various learning institutions nationwide, 83 of which were turned over in 2018. To date, the Program has benefitted over thirty thousand students and more than a thousand teachers in communities all over the Philippines. Those interested in School-in-a-Bag may email [email protected] or visit www.facebook.com/smartcommunities. As a mother of 10, Jennifer Alarcon is accustomed to sacrificing for the sake of her family. Though she and her husband consistently look for ways to augment their large household’s income, livelihood opportunities are scarce in the remote island…

Philippine Airlines offers Asia’s first FREE hi-speed Wi-Fi for long flights! Fly the way you deserve and surf to your heart’s content with Philippine Airlines – and learn all about this speedy new feature on philippineairlines.com. Ever take off on a long flight, only to remember an important message or an email you forgot to send? Not to mention the worrying while inflight or apology you’d have to craft for not making your deadline? Here’s some good news – among the many things you’d miss when you go on a trip abroad, connections no longer have to be part of them!…

FlynnPictureCo. will produce the pop culture icon’s global feature debut to be distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures.  New Line Cinema, Sanrio and FlynnPictureCo. announced today that they will be teaming up to develop an English language Hello Kitty film for a worldwide audience for the first time in her 45-year history. The partnership marks the only time Sanrio has granted film rights to Hello Kitty and other popular characters—including Gudetama, My Melody, Little Twin Stars and more from its expansive universe—to a major film studio, giving audiences outside of Japan the opportunity to experience Hello Kitty as a feature film.…

Every woman has a story to tell, and at Netflix, there’s plenty of new and upcoming stories just waiting to be discovered. This Women’s Month, immerse yourself in the newly released Netflix Originals that put the well-deserved spotlight on complicated, relatable, and multifaceted female characters. Natalie from Isn’t It Romantic — now streaming Natalie (Rebel Wilson) is a promising but often-ignored architect and a cynic when it comes to love. After getting mugged, she wakes up to find herself in a real-life rom-com, where she is suddenly the star of the firm and earns the attention of a handsome stranger.…

Pharma company strengthens employee retention with its Total Rewards Program. For pharmaceutical companies, technology is important in making business transactions faster and more efficient. However, for New Marketlink Pharmaceutical Corporation (NMPC), nothing can ever replace the power of human connection. Celebrating its 12th year in the industry, NMPC recently held its Annual National Sales Conference with the theme “Agility In spirit” that focused on enabling and empowering their employees to cope with the challenges in the industry by being agile. Attended by more than 200 employees, the conference is one of the company’s employee engagement programs where they discuss the…

Kelly Clarkson will return to host the three-hour live telecast of the “2019 Billboard Music Awards” on Blue Ant Entertainment. The “2019 Billboard Music Awards” will air LIVE on Thursday, May 2 at 9:00AM from the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas. “I had so much fun hosting the ‘Billboard Music Awards’ last year that I’m back for more,” Clarkson said. “We’re turning it up a notch this year and I can’t wait to celebrate all of my fellow amazing artists for another unforgettable night of live music.” Clarkson, who recently released her critically acclaimed eighth studio album, “Meaning of…

For Perpekto Samparada, a rice farmer from Magdalena, Laguna, his farm is his pride and joy. “This is our family’s main source of livelihood,” he says, gesturing to the rice field behind him. “I have dedicated my life to this, and I can say that this is our slice of heaven here on earth.” It used to be that the only ones who could see his farm are those who could make the trip. But after learning how to shoot and upload videos on social media, he can now share the simple joys of farm life to more people through…

ZenFans and ZenFone users with a knack for mobile photography can now put their skills to the test this April 2019.ASUS Philippines, in collaboration with the ZenFone PixelMasters, is inviting all of the PixelMaster Master Class students, ZenFans, and ZenFone mobile photographers to the first-ever PixelMaster Grand Prix. PASUS ZenFone’s renowned PixelMaster Master Class, an 8-month campaign that aims to develop the photography skills of budding ZenFone mobile photographers with help from esteemed names in the industry, is coming to a close. Because of this, the minds behind the aforementioned campaign is pulling out all the stops for the culmination…

Legion Y740 gaming beast, unleashed. In its efforts to bring game-changing devices closer to Filipino gamers, Lenovo, the world’s number one PC developer recently inaugurated its first Legion Concept Store located at the 4th floor of the Annex Building of SM City North EDSA. The store features a wide range of products from Lenovo’s Legion gaming lineup, which visitors can personally test and play games on. Global innovation leader and number one PC developer Lenovo inaugurated its first ‘Legion Concept Store’ in the Philippines as part of efforts to bring game-changing devices closer to Filipino gamers in the company’s bid to own the…

Over 1,000 delegates to join congress in Manila and IloiloCommitted to help educate the country’s future communicators, ABS-CBN and the Philippine Association of Communication Educators (PACE) will hold the “Pinoy Media Congress Year 13” (PMC 13) on March 7 and 8 at the College of Holy Spirit Manila (CHSM) and the University of San Agustin (USA) in Iloilo. The yearly media conference, which has served over 10,000 students since its launch, brings together leading media practitioners, communication professors, and students to help students gain a critical understanding of media and help them prepare them for a career in the industry.…