C-LIUM IS SOLENN HEUSSAFF’S NEW PARTNER

Top-of-mind fiber supplement CRX C-Lium Fibre jump-starts the mid-year with a new campaign and endorser, adding a new twist to fiber supplementation and how daily fiber intake can support digestive health, among other benefits.

With the tagline, “Start Your Day Right”, C-Lium Fibre teaches Filipinos, especially those who have digestive issues, to start a daily morning habit of taking fiber from food and supplements.

C-Lium Fibre husk format is made from 100% natural psyllium fiber. Psyllium Fibre has both soluble and insoluble fiber that together, produce a dual cleansing action: 1. soluble fiber helps absorb bad cholesterol, excess fats, and sugar, and 2. insoluble fiber helps sweep them out of the body. ¹ Recommended intake is once a day during breakfast.

To help spread the information on the benefits of Psyllium Fibre and adopt a healthy, daily fiber habit is fitness buff, businesswoman, actress, and mother of one, Solenn Heussaff Bolzico.  Heussaff was the top choice for the brand because she represents the kind of people who prioritize the things that matter in life, including their digestive health. 

Heussaff, who recently became a mother in 2020, knows that with this new role, she has more to live for, and has put a priority on her health now, more than ever.

Heusaff said: “I have been blessed to have an amazing husband and now a daughter, who support my endeavors. Now I have a new partner in health whom I can turn to, to keep my digestive health, even my cholesterol and sugar, in check.”

C-Lium Fibre through its dual cleansing action helps control cholesterol plus blood sugar levels, and promotes digestive health along with proper diet and regular physical activity.

 

C-Lium Fibre, which can be mixed with water or juice, consumed as a capsule, or poured over food, is best taken at the start of the day or in the morning along with breakfast.

And now, C-Lium Fibre comes in three new husk flavors: Mango, Pineapple, and Dalandan in Sachets of 7s and 30s. All are available in major drugstores and supermarkets nationwide and online via PascualLab’s official Shopee and Lazada stores.

GET YOUR HBO GO SUBSCRIPTION ON SHOPEE

Looking forward to a lazy, relaxing weekend? Snuggle up in bed, light some scented candles, grab your favorite snacks, and pick out a show or movie! 

This weekend, find comfort in rewatching your old faves or joy in discovering new ones. Whether you’re into comedy, action, sci-fi, or fantasy, you’ll definitely find a show that suits your taste on streaming service HBO GO. 

We understand decision paralysis, so we’ve narrowed it down for you. Below, we’ve got six of the best shows and movies to stream this weekend: 

For sitcom lovers

For a fun, lighthearted fare, you can’t beat Friends. This beloved series, which ran for around a decade, features six twenty-somethings trying to navigate adulthood, career, and relationships. Now, 17 years after the last episode aired, watch Rachel, Monica, Phoebe, Joey, Chandler, and Ross as they join celebrity guests in this one-off reunion special. Stream with the rest of the world starting May 27.

For parents looking for a family-friendly movie

Is your whole family staying in for the weekend? Keep kids and adults alike entertained with Tom & Jerry. This animated movie brings these two nemeses and their silly antics to modern-day New York. Kids will definitely enjoy this slapstick animated film, while kids at heart can reminisce about their childhood days by watching along. Stream starting June 4. 

For DC loyalists

With theaters closed last year, Wonder Woman 1984 made its Philippine debut exclusively on HBO GO. This superhero film follows Diana’s journey to learning more about the human world and of course, defeating supervillains—this time, the nefarious Cheetah and Maxwell Lord. Eighties babies will enjoy all the throwbacks referencing the colorful decade. Stream now. 

For fantasy fans

You can’t call yourself a proper fan of the fantasy genre if you haven’t seen Game of Thrones! This show tells the story of noble families—the Lannisters, Starks, and Targaryens, to name a few—warring to win sovereignty over the fictional land of Westeros. Throw a lot of drama, romance, dragons, and monsters into the mix. You can now stream all eight seasons, a reunion special hosted by Conan O’Brien, and its feature documentary, The Last Watch.

For genre bender aficionados

If you like mixing your genres, check out The Nevers. This show combines sci-fi and drama in Victorian era-London and follows a band of women with special abilities, called the “Touched.” Tune in to watch these superwomen battle their enemies with grace and panache, hoop skirts and all.

For sci-fi enthusiasts

Christopher Nolan’s latest Academy Award-winning movie, Tenet, is a thrilling sci-fi adventure. Its nameless protagonist is a CIA agent who manipulates complex rules of time travel to prevent global destruction. This is definitely a cerebral film, so it may require several viewings to fully digest! 

To watch Friends: The Reunion, Tom & Jerry, Wonder Woman 1984, Game of Thrones, The Nevers, Tenet, and other cool shows and movies, get your HBO GO subscription on Shopee: https://shopee.ph/hbogoofficialstore. 

Don’t forget to top up your ShopeePay for more deals! This June 6, enjoy up to 66% coins cashback when you use ShopeePay.

Download the Shopee app for free via the App Store or Google Play.

PAY WITH SHOPEEPAY AT SEAOIL

With the growth of digital payments, ShopeePay, Shopee’s integrated mobile wallet, partners with SEAOIL, a Filipino-owned fuel company, to provide users with a contactless payment option. For the initial launch, customers can use ShopeePay to pay for gas and other products and services in over 45 SEAOIL branches located in major cities like Pasig, Mandaluyong, Taguig, Quezon City, Marikina, Las Pinas, Caloocan, and Antipolo. 

Martin Yu, Director at Shopee Philippines, said, “Shopee is thrilled to partner with SEAOIL, to offer users a safer payment method through ShopeePay. We prioritize the health and well-being of every Filipino; and through ShopeePay, we aim to bring a contactless, convenient and secure payment option to more merchants, especially those that provide everyday essentials, such as SEAOIL. We will continue to collaborate with organizations like SEAOIL to enhance the overall digital payment experience of the local community.” 

Francis Glenn L. Yu, Chief Executive Officer at SEAOIL Phils. Inc., said, “We are happy to partner with ShopeePay to encourage more Filipino consumers to transition to safer and contactless payment methods, especially at this time. Through this initiative, we can make things better and easier for our customers, and we fully commit to doing our part to #FuelPHtoRecovery moving forward.” 

How to pay with ShopeePay to get up to ₱500 coins cashback at SEAOIL

A minimum spend of ₱50.00 is required to enjoy the 20% coins cashback. The coins cap is at 500 coins per transaction, and each user is allowed a maximum of ten transactions. 

1. Go to the ShopeePay wallet and tap “Scan”

2. Scan the QR code shown by the gas station attendant

3. Input the amount to pay and tap “Confirm”

4. Enter 6-digit ShopeePay PIN

5. Receive coins cashback of up to ₱500

Scan to Pay with ShopeePay is accepted in the following SEAOIL branches: 

With ShopeePay adding SEAOIL to its growing number of partner merchants, they also aim to roll out the Scan to Pay feature in over 500 branches nationwide within the year. To know more on how to Scan to Pay with ShopeePay, visit https://shopee.ph/m/shopeepay-scan-and-pay. 

Download the Shopee app for free via the App Store or Google Play. 

UNIQLO PHILIPPINES CELEBRATES 9TH ANNIVERSARY

UNIQLO opened its first retail location in the Philippines in June 2012, with a 1,550 square meter floor space at the SM Mall of Asia. Since then, the Japanese retailer has expanded its presence in the country to 65 stores nationwide and launched its online store to offer the complete range of LifeWear to more Filipinos.

“Since our launch in 2012, we have been very grateful for the warm welcome that we received from everyone. As we mark another milestone in the country, we want to say ‘Salamat, Pilipinas’ to our loyal customers for making LifeWear as their everyday clothing through our exclusive offers and promotions,” says Masayoshi Nakamura, Chief Operating Officer of UNIQLO Philippines.

To celebrate this special occasion, UNIQLO will reward its customers with novelty items and exclusive offers:

NOVELTY ITEMS

For every Php 3,000 worth of purchase from any UNIQLO store and online, customers will get one (1) free pack of gray AIRism Mask. They are available from small to large sizes for physical stores and medium for its online store. Customers must have their UNIQLO App Membership ID scanned at the store to claim. The promo is valid from May 28 to May 30, 2021 only.

LIMITED OFFERS

Customers may avail of exclusive prices when they purchase the following items:

Men’s and Women’s U Crew Neck Short Sleeve T-Shirt

This t-shirt is made with 100% cotton to make it soft and comfortable. The cuffs and hem are made with an advanced mechanism called blind hem stitching for added comfort. Now available at Php 390.00 from of Php 590.00

Men’s Packaged Dry Color Crew Neck and V Neck Short Sleeve T-Shirts

The quick drying technology makes these shirts comfortable to wear, even after sweating. They can be worn as an inner wear thanks to its neckline and fit, but can be used on its own with its wide range of colors. Now available at Php 245.00 for Php 290.00

Men’s Stretch Slim Fit Shorts

The sleek slim-fit cut and compact cotton twill material enhances any ensemble, while the added stretch gives it a laid-back feel. Now available at Php 790.00 from Php 990.00

Women’s Ultra Stretch Cropped Leggings Pants

The satisfying fit of the Ultra Stretch fabric and flattering cut allow wearers to move freely throughout the day. DRY technology promises all-day freshness. Now available at Php 790.00 from Php 990.00

Women’s U AIRism Cotton A Line Short Sleeve Long Dress

AIRism technology makes this cotton dress lightweight and breathable. The A-line fit is sleek on top and gradually flares towards the hem, flattering the figure. Now available at Php 790.00 from Php 990.00

UNIQLO FLAGSHIP STORE EXCLUSIVE PROMOTIONS

For a minimum purchase of Php 2,500 at the UNIQLO Manila global Flagship Store at Glorietta 5, customers will receive one (1) stamp card with rewards from partner merchants. Each card entitles customers to a free one-week trial pass at Anytime Fitness and a waived joining fee if they enroll at the Glorietta 5 branch, a buy 1 take 1 promo of the Cold White Brew at Bo’s Coffee, and Php 200 off for the Fully Booked discount card. The promo is valid at branches located in Glorietta Mall.

Once they complete their stamp cards, they are qualified to receive an exclusive UNIQLO Manila tote bag.

Customers may claim their cards and rewards from May 14 to 27, 2021. They must show their stamp card and the UNIQLO receipt when redeeming at partner merchants. Customers will receive their tote bag upon presenting the completed stamp card from May 28 to August 3, 2021 at the Flagship Store.

For more updates, please visit UNIQLO Philippines’ website at uniqlo.com/ph and download the UNIQLO App via Google Play Store or Apple Store.

Follow UNIQLO Philippines’ social media accounts, Facebook (facebook.com/uniqlo.ph), Twitter (twitter.com/uniqloph) and Instagram (Instagram.com/uniqlophofficial).

“Fresh Take,” this June on MYX and TFC

Many would agree that music transcends languages, which is proven true by the music artists themselves by covering songs that click with them even it is written in a different language. These kinds of music and artists are what the upcoming ABS-CBN music show “Fresh Take” will be featuring, with host Edward Barber, this coming June on MYX and TFC.

“ABS-CBN has always advocated supporting new talents that have something new to offer. We are excited with the launch of ‘Fresh Take,’ which will serve as a platform for the new breed of music artists in sharing their unique sound and talent to every music lover around the world,” said ABS-CBN Global Chief Operating Officer Aldrin Cerrado, who is behind the concept of “Fresh Take.”

ABS-CBN Global Events and Experience Head Joseph Arnie Garcia adds, “Filipino music offers a different music palate, and through ‘Fresh Take’ we will be able to share this different music experience to every music lover around the world across ages and nationalities.”

“Fresh Take” will be featuring the playlist-worthy singles of up-and-coming Filipino artists who will not only perform their latest singles but will also be sharing their passion for music and the stories behind their songs.

“Filipinos are among the best performers around the world. We are excited to introduce these new artists who we believe will surprise the world with their talent and music,” said Roxy Liquigan, Head of the ABS-CBN Music ecosystem.

Adding to the refreshing vibe of the show is its host Edward Barber, who aside from acting is also musically inclined.

Discover new music to add to your playlist and a fresh lineup of artists to follow through the upcoming music show “Fresh Take,” coming this June on MYX and TFC. The first season is supported by SM Development Corporation (SMDC) which is also an advocate of original Filipino music.

For updates, visit mytfc.com, emea.kapamilya.com, facebook.com/KapamilyaTFC, and facebook.com/myxglobal.

PAY IT FORWARD TO OUR MODERN-DAY HEROES WITH PAYMAYA

Medical frontliners are the modern-day heroes in our ongoing battle against the COVID-19 pandemic. As they continue to save lives of our kababayans, we can stand behind them by practicing health safety measures and utilizing technology. 

Utilizing digital apps like PayMaya are making it easier for Filipinos to participate in bayanihan movements for the community – this includes making donations to organizations whose beneficiaries are healthcare workers. Here are some of the ways you can show support to our medical frontliners, with the help of PayMaya:

1. Practice safety health standards in your day-to-day activities 

The easiest and sure way to curb the spread of the virus is by keeping ourselves within the safety of our homes and staying healthy. We must always ensure that we follow safety health standards in our daily activities.  

One way to keep ourselves safe is by going cashless. With apps like PayMaya, you can easily pay your utility and government bills, send money to your loved ones, purchase essentials at the PayMaya Mall, and even buy prepaid load with just your mobile phone--no need to go out to do these transactions.

 

2. Donate to initiatives supporting medical frontliners 

Many of PayMaya's partner organizations, including the Philippine Red Cross, PGH Medical Foundation, PLDT-Smart Foundation, and Alagang Kapatid Foundation, have initiated programs supporting our healthcare workers. Their initiatives provided care packages, food, supplies, and medical kits to frontliners.

Today, you can easily support the Philippine Red Cross, PGH Medical Foundation, PLDT-Smart Foundation, Alagang Kapatid Foundation, and other similar orgnanizations using your PayMaya account. All you have to do is go to the Bills feature of your PayMaya app, choose Donations, and select the organization you’d like to donate to. Simply key in '00000' as the account number and enter your donation amount, then proceed to complete your donation.  

If you are abroad or would prefer to use your card to donate, you can go to PayMaya's donation website, https://donate.paymaya.com/ . In the site, you can choose from PayMaya's 50 Donation Partners with COVID-19 relief and response efforts and donate to their cause using any Visa, Mastercard, and JCB credit, debit, and prepaid cards, or other e-wallets.

 

3. Purchase digital products at PayMaya’s in-app shop to provide meals to medical frontliners 

From May 18-20, 2021, PayMaya is doing a flash donation for our frontliners. Each time you purchase digital products such as telco load, gaming pins, on-demand content credits, and transportation credits from the in-app PayMaya Shop, the digital payments company will donate Php1 on your behalf to build a pool of fund to distribute packed meals to a total of 10,000 medical frontliners of 26 public hospitals for five days. This initiative, in partnership with PLDT-Smart Foundation, Alagang Kapatid Foundation, and Cignal, is a way to pay tribute to our modern-day heroes who work tirelessly to save lives of COVID-19 patients.

4. Make an emergency donation to the Philippine General Hospital through the PGH Medical Foundation

One of the PGH’s pay ward was recently struck with fire that damaged a portion of its facilities and displaced patients. It has called for food, non-food, and cash donations. You can extend your help to the PGH through the PayMaya donation channels of PGH Medical Foundation. You can simply visit pymy.co/pghmedicalfoundation to donate using any credit, debit, or prepaid card or go to the Bills page in the PayMaya app to make a donation (Go to Bills > Tap Donations > Choose PGH Medical Foundation > Enter ‘00000’ in the Account Number field and put the amount you wish to donate).

Let's show our support to our medical frontliners by doing safer cashless and contactless transactions. Together, let's stand as #OneAgainstCOVID19.

SHOPEE LIVESTREAMERS SAID "YES" TO BEAUTY EXCLUSIVITY

Coming to terms with yourself, flaws and all—and in the age of social media, no less—can be difficult. When unrealistic beauty standards are reinforced everywhere you look, self-acceptance doesn’t always come easy.

As a top beauty and personal care company in the country, Unilever acknowledges its role in championing a new era of beauty. Through projects such as Dove My Hair, My Say and Real Beauty, Unilever resolves to make beauty a positive and inclusive experience for all. As its next step towards celebrating the beauty in diversity, Unilever launches Yes to Positive Beauty on Shopee this May 17-19. The campaign aims to encourage Filipinos to embrace their unique beauty, support inclusivity, and say “Yes” to Positive Beauty.

Need a little inspiration saying “Yes” to Positive Beauty yourself? Follow two Shopee livestreamers’ journeys to self-love below:

Bianca Umali

Bianca Umali calls her foray into livestreaming ‘a leap of faith.’ A year later after taking the plunge, however, Bianca shares that pushing the boundaries of her capabilities was one of the best things she’s ever done for herself. “Embracing yourself, I've realized, is not about staying in one place. It's also about branching out to the different facets of your being.”

Bianca admits that she used to hate her chinita eyes and longed for double eyelid surgery. Now that she recognizes that she does not have to follow unrealistic beauty standards, Bianca is determined to create authentic content as a public figure. She frequently goes live sans makeup. “My viewers can see me raw and unedited, and in turn, they get to see me as a real human being. They’ve seen me with dark circles, blemishes, and puffiness.”

One simple step towards embracing yourself, according to Bianca, is to filter your media consumption. “Our self-image only gets shattered when we are made to believe we do not measure up. Fight this belief by being in command of what you take in, and you will always see yourself as beautiful.”

Mary Grace Khu

Mary Grace Khu used to believe that only people with model-esque features could land jobs as on-cam talents. She eventually realized that her shape, size, and skin tone shouldn’t hinder her from going after her dreams, and thereafter snagged a job in the industry.

As a public figure, MG still feels self-conscious from time to time about strangers’ opinions, but for the most part she has found a supportive community in her viewers. She credits this to her authenticity and drive to advocate self-love online. “I am taking this as an opportunity to share my experiences and stories. I will always be real about it, as it would be hard to sustain if you're trying to pretend or be like someone else.”

MG also believes that beauty isn’t one dimensional. “I see beauty in a holistic manner: being healthy, having a positive mindset, and being confident in my own skin.” She adds that it is through one’s personality that true beauty radiates, and so she endeavors to bring sunshine to others by spreading positivity through her content.

Yes to Positive Beauty Sale on Shopee

For beauty and personal care products catering to all kinds of beauty, visit the Yes to Positive Beauty Sale on Shopee this May 17-19. Enjoy discounts up to 70% off on Dove, TRESemmé, Cream Silk, Pond’s, St. Ives, Love Beauty & Planet, and more. Get additional 15% off with the code POSITIVEBEAUTY. Buy five or more items from the sale to receive the products in sustainable paper eco-wrap packaging. As part of Unilever’s goal to provide equal opportunities to all, a portion of the proceeds will go towards supporting small businesses in partnership with Mano Amiga.

Say yes to a new era of beauty and join Unilever in saying Yes to Positive Beauty. Add to cart and check out at https://shopee.ph/m/unilever-super-brand-day/.

Don’t forget to top up your ShopeePay for more deals on skincare! Use ShopeePay at checkout to enjoy free shipping with a minimum spend of ₱199 and 8% cashback sitewide with a minimum spend of ₱1,000.

Download the Shopee app for free via the App Store or Google Play.

SHOPEE, UNILEVER CHAMPION EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES FOR LOCAL SELLERS

As more Filipinos shift to online shopping for their daily necessities, many businesses are also turning to digital platforms to widen their reach and establish a strong online presence - especially the micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs). To cater to the growing number of online sellers, Shopee, the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan, continues to partner with organizations to support MSMEs who are looking for better opportunities in e-commerce.

In 2020 Unilever and Mano Amiga, a non-governmental organization that advocates for community transformation and inclusive growth through education, first partnered with Shopee for their Beauty That Cares Campaign, to offer assistance to 25 micro-entrepreneurs. Through this partnership, Mano Amiga sellers gained a strong understanding of e-commerce and learned how to maximize the digital space’s full potential. Sellers had access to monetary funding, entrepreneurship training programs, and Shopee’s e-commerce tools to help them expand their reach. Two Mano Amiga sellers share how Unilever and Shopee supported their business growth:

Janette Lagundi of JTL Trading (https://shopee.ph/alexandermoses_0503)

For Janette Lagundi, a mother of two, it was tough when she first started her online business. Despite having no prior entrepreneurship experience, she decided to start selling cleaning products and home decor items such as Himalayan salt lamps, to get her family through the pandemic. She admitted that it was difficult for her to adjust to selling on e-commerce platforms as she was not very tech-savvy.

Through learning the ropes at Shopee, Janette saw her business thrived. “Because of Shopee, not only are my sales increasing, my store is also gaining better recognition through plenty of promotions. I learned a lot about selling online through the training programs and masterclasses. I am determined to explore more opportunities on e-commerce, and I’m glad that Shopee and Unilever helped me adjust and adapt amid the pandemic,” she said.

She added that the support from Shopee and Unilever helped her family immensely. “This business is my bread and butter and I feel more confident in growing my business because I am more competent now. Because of this opportunity, I can provide for my children.”

Cecilia Comia of C plus D Design (https://shopee.ph/designbycplusd)

Cecilia Comia used to run a food business and even designed her own food stalls, but due to the pandemic, she had to shut down her food business and focus on selling decal stickers and labels instead. “We started our business in 2018 with a passion for good design and we wanted people to appreciate and see how small design details can change an entire product or experience,” she said. The strategy shift, although promising, posed some obstacles. “The competition is tough online. Reaching a wider audience and achieving effective customer engagement are both constant challenges. We are still struggling when it comes to establishing our business. The prices of our competitors are tough to match,” she added.

Shopee and Unilever provided her with the much-needed support. “Unilever’s program connected us with Shopee. It gave us an edge in terms of knowledge in selling online. Unilever’s financial assistance also helped us with our cash flow and allowed us to increase our stocks and improve our equipment.”

To support the transition and growth of MSMEs in the digital landscape, Shopee partners with Unilever once again to give MSMEs a spotlight at their Yes to Positive Beauty Sale this May 17 to 19, 2021. The campaign is part of Unilever’s renewed purpose and commitment to bring about positive change through real actions - to do more good, not just less harm, for people and the planet.

Martin Yu, Director at Shopee Philippines, said, “We are proud to partner with Unilever to support a cause that aims to uplift the lives of local sellers and their loved ones. Shopee believes that every Filipino entrepreneur can succeed in e-commerce as long as they have the right tools, opportunity, and platform. We will continue to collaborate with brands like Unilever to support the local communities, their livelihood, and their families.”

Dorothy Dee-Ching, Vice President for Beauty and Personal Care at Unilever Philippines, said, “Yes to Positive Beauty is a movement for all Filipinos to champion a new era of beauty and personal care that’s inclusive and sustainable. As the number one beauty and personal care company in the country, we acknowledge the part we play in being a force for good, and Yes to Positive Beauty encompasses our commitment to do this through our brands. This includes championing for equal opportunities, which we have been able to do through our continued partnership with Shopee and Mano Amiga, as well as lending a helping hand to MSMEs, especially those greatly impacted by the current crisis.”

To provide consistent support for the sellers, Shopee’s relationship managers worked closely with them to create irresistible discounts to attract more customers, and also assisted them in mapping out advertisements for their products via social media. With the sale happening in just a few days, both sellers are preparing to stock up on their inventory to meet the expected increase in demand. To support sellers like Cecilia and Janette, check out the Yes to Positive Beauty Sale this May 17 to 19, 2021.

For more information about Unilever’s Beauty That Cares campaign, visit https://shopee.ph/m/unilever-super-brand-day.

Shop, buy load and pay bills with ShopeePay. Download the Shopee app for free via the App Store or Google Play.

PascualLab’s 75th Digital Celebrations

After embarking on its 75th-year campaign #PascualLove, Pascual Laboratories, Inc. or PascualLab highlights its celebration of over 7 decades of health and innovation in a night of nostalgia, music, and thanksgiving via “PascualLove Live at 75!” this May 26.

“Care begins with family”
On May 26, 2021, exactly 75 years since PascualLab was launched, one of the most trusted pharmaceutical companies¹ will look back to where it all started and what is at the core of it all – family. Capturing this familial care in music and video is the launch of “Walang Kasing” which captures PascualLab’s legacy of love.

The campaign #PascualLove, through the music video, emphasizes the kind of love that can only come from the family. For PascualLab, this love is manifested in the products it produces for Filipino communities, as well as in each endeavor it undertakes — from pursuing purposeful health innovations, to nurturing employees whom PascualLab calls Family Members, to serving the health needs of Filipinos.

#GalingPascualLab
Accompanying the night of nostalgia is also present-day music from one of the top artists of the Philippines and internationally known – Ben & Ben.

The 9-piece band, led by brothers, vocalists, and guitarists Paolo and Miguel Benjamin, is one of the most celebrated artists for having risen to the top of the industry in a span of 4 years for rhythm that touches the soul and lyrics that capture raw emotions, to the accompaniment of eclectic music.

Ben & Ben was the perfect choice for PascualLab’s 75th as the band is a family of their own who call themselves a family band or “famband” composed of twin brothers Paolo and Miguel Benjamin on acoustic guitars and vocals, Agnes Reoma on bass, Poch Barretto on electric guitar, Keifer Cabugao on violin, Pat Lasaten on keyboards, Toni Muñoz and Andrew De Pano on percussions, and Jam Villanueva on drums, who perform songs of love and positivity, values that the PascualLab Family believes and espouses.

On May 26, Ben & Ben will make viewers reminisce with their greatest hits such as “Maybe The Night”; trigger emotions with their stirring performances of “Leaves” and other notable songs; and speak of love on many planes with “Araw-araw”. #PascualLoveLiveat75 will be one for the books for Ben&Ben plus their fans too as the band will also mark a first, during the same night.

“From our family to yours”
PascualLab, the company behind the brands Poten-Cee Vitamin C, Vitex Negundo L. Lagundi Leaf (Ascof Lagundi), C-Lium Fibre, and OraCare Mouthrinse will make “PascualLove Live at 75” one night to remember as well with the presence of celebrities who have become part of PascualLab’s history such as multi-awarded actress and philanthropist Bea Alonzo, multi-faceted artist and philanthropist
Heart Evangelista, and many more!

Hosting the digital celebrations is multi-awarded and iconic disc jock
Chico Garcia. Garcia, known for the award-winning and long-running radio show
“The Morning Rush” is also the voice behind the “Back to the 80s” show that for years, brought back listeners to the best years in music.

Interesting trivia on PascualLab and special giveaways will also be shared in between.

Catch #PascualLoveLiveat75 on PascualLab’s official Facebook and YouTube pages on May 26 at 7:30 p.m. Link opens 10 minutes before. Video will also be up for 24 hours only so be sure to catch it! #PascualLove #GalingPascualLab

SHOPEE, DTI SUPPORT COMMUNITY-OWNED FOOD BUSINESSES THROUGH NATIONAL FOOD FAIR

As entrepreneurs continue to find ways to thrive amidst the challenges posed by health and safety protocols, Shopee, the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan, partners with the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) to support local businesses through the National Food Fair 2021.

Following its first successful run in May of 2020, Shopee and DTI are relaunching the National Food Fair this year to give micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) an online platform to showcase their products during these trying times. This year’s National Food Fair will follow last year’s online set-up, which was the first of its kind. From May 10-16, buyers can find products such as jams, pastries, condiments, and more from local sellers at the National Food Fair.

Martin Yu, Director at Shopee Philippines, said, “We recognize the impact this pandemic has had on our local businesses. Now more than ever, it is crucial that we provide our local businesses with opportunities to bounce back and stay afloat. Shopee will continue to ramp up its efforts to plan initiatives that support local MSMEs and help them thrive on our platform. We invite our shoppers to support our local entrepreneurs this May 10-16 at the National Food Fair.”

Marievic M. Bonoan, Director at the DTI - Bureau of Domestic Trade Promotion, said, “At DTI, we are working towards empowering MSMEs by expanding and increasing their access to economic opportunities. We have partnered with Shopee to further bolster our support for Filipino MSMEs, especially during this pandemic. With the Online National Food Fair, local businesses can promote their products on a larger scale and help them grow in the long run.”

Shopee aims to provide sellers with a platform that fosters growth and sustainability for their businesses in response to these challenging times. Through various initiatives in partnership with the DTI and local government units, the transition from a physical to an online setting is easier and more convenient. Just last February, Shopee launched #TatakPinoy: Buy Local, Support Local, a campaign that empowered local MSMEs by giving their products a spotlight on the platform. In addition to these campaigns, there are also initiatives focused on online sellers to equip them with the necessary tools to monitor their business growth and development while providing them with knowledge on e-commerce and digital marketing.

For more information about the National Food Fair, visit https://shopee.ph/m/2021-national-food-fair

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HONG KONG CELEBRATES THE POWER OF ART PHYSICALLY AND VIRTUALLY THIS MAY

When event venues shut down globally during the pandemic, people flocked online in record numbers to satisfy their deep craving for art and culture. As the world cautiously looks to resume international travel and bring back events, it is fitting that art is a driving force to make this happen, with Hong Kong paving the way in the hope of safely staging large-scale events again.

In May, the Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) rolled out the ‘Arts in Hong Kong’ campaign to promote a series of major events, in both physical and digital format, organised by fair organisers and cultural institutions around town. It ensures that audiences can reconnect with art and the vitality of Hong Kong, whether here in person or abroad.

© Art Basel

Safely hosting major international events

After an absence of more than two years because of the pandemic, Art Basel is officially scheduled to take place from 21 to 23 May at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC). More than 100 galleries from Asia, Europe and the Americas have confirmed their participation. In addition, Art Central will run concurrently at the HKCEC for the first time, and is free to attend with registration. The annual French May will continue to offer cultural entertainment, with over 100 events running from 1 May to 30 June.

To ensure that all fair participants have a stress-free experience, best-practice health and safety protocols will be followed, including mask-wearing, timed entry, reduced capacity, wider aisles and regular cleaning.

Art events that defy borders and barriers

Art has long had the power to break down boundaries, and unite and inspire people. Thanks to the depth of its imagination and creativity, Hong Kong’s dynamic arts community has nimbly pivoted to offer hybrid physical and virtual events for people around the world.

In addition to Art Basel, which will launch a new digital initiative, ‘Art Basel Live: Hong Kong’, in parallel with the physical show to amplify its international visibility, fairs that have adopted the hybrid format include Art Central and Yim Tin Tsai Arts Festival 2021. While Hong Kong Arts Festival’s PLUS programme is featuring a diverse line-up of online and in-venue experiences, the soon-to-be-opened West Kowloon Cultural District’s M+ museum is offering online movie screenings on demand.

The ‘Arts in Hong Kong’ campaign website features an interactive microfilm
presented by two local celebrities.

HKTB gets in on the creative, interactive fun

Actively contributing to Hong Kong’s art revival, the HKTB created a dedicated campaign website, (www.discoverhongkong.com/Arts), which is a one-stop platform providing essential information about ‘Arts in Hong Kong’ and introducing online showcases, art itineraries, an event calendar, artsy offers, interviews with art insiders, and more.

In the online showcases, curated virtual experiences, provided by both international fairs and local events, are all at the fingertips of viewers, regardless of where they are located. It also features an interactive microfilm presented by two local celebrities – multidisciplinary artist Ivana Wong and director Kearen Pang – at some of the city’s coolest attractions, including Tai Kwun, The Mills and the West Kowloon Cultural District.

While we wait for international travel to resume, the wealth of virtual experiences on offer once again highlights Hong Kong’s diverse wealth of cultural treasures and underscores the city’s ability to remain agile in the face of unprecedented disruption.

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Shopee now offers another safe and rewarding method to pay for your cash-on-delivery (COD) orders using ShopeePay’s Scan to Pay feature.

The pandemic has pushed a lot of Filipinos to opt for cashless transactions more than ever. The total transaction value of digital payments in the country expects to show an annual growth rate of 16.40% and amount to 28 billion US dollars by 2025. With more Filipinos maximizing the potential of mobile wallets, ShopeePay aims to make it easier and secure for people turning to digital payment methods. With ShopeePay, users can venture into new opportunities whether it’s for personal or business purposes.

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MOTHER'S DAY DEALS AT SHOPEE

Mother’s Day is coming right up. Time to salute our mothers for their innate strength and unconditional love. No one can juggle career, family, and household responsibilities quite like our supermoms do.

Now that most of us stay home, our moms work extra hard to make a living, run the home smoothly, and ensure that the whole family is happy. They sacrifice their time, and sometimes even their well-being and happiness, to ensure that their children are safe and healthy. During these uncertain times, it's more important than ever to show your appreciation for your loved ones. So this Mother’s Day, go all out and pamper your mom—she deserves it!

On May 9, check out Shopee’s Mother’s Day Sale, where you can treat your mom to everyday luxuries and functional must-haves, with discounts up to 90% off:

Help your mom look bright-eyed and wide-awake for all her online meetings with Wet N Wild Mascara. Its formula lifts, separates and extends lashes minus the clumping and smudging. This works perfectly for date nights with dad too!

Sometimes moms forget to take care of themselves. Remind her to prioritize self-care with Pure Marine Collagen Peptides. This gluten-free, keto-friendly powder helps build bone strength, reduces joint pain, and stabilizes blood sugar.


Chores tend to eat up time, so free up a few precious minutes for your mom by giving her fuss-free, easy-to-use kitchen appliances. With Oster Personal Blender’s powerful 250-watt motor, she can quickly and effortlessly concoct smoothies for the whole family.

After long, stressful hours of work and chores, your mom deserves to indulge in a relaxing skincare sesh. Give her the gift of youth with Olay Whip Cream + Essence. This non-sticky, moisturizing skincare set reduces dark spots and wrinkles, allowing your mom to flaunt a fresher and brighter complexion.

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Don’t forget to top up your ShopeePay for more deals on your purchases this Mother’s Day! Use ShopeePay at checkout to enjoy free shipping with a minimum spend of ₱199 and 8% cashback sitewide with a minimum spend of ₱1,000.

Bonus: Shopee Mom’s Club and livestreams hosted by celebrity moms

Moms could always do with support from fellow moms, so invite her to join a helpful, inclusive community at Shopee Mom's Club. This May 9, members can look forward to exclusive deals and discounts up to 90% off on brands such as J&J, Wyeth, Nestle Nutrition, Pampers, Tiny Buds, Huggies, Unilever, Mamypoko, Enfagrow, Unicare, Nestle, Alaska, Orange and Peach, Nursery Van, Breeze, and GSK. For sign-ups, visit https://shopee.ph/m/mom-club.

Shopee also offers plenty of fun, informative mom content this Mother’s Day. For an interactive discussion on the topic “A Mother’s Love is Like Calpol, Tough & Gentle,” hosted by Jolina Magdangal, tune in to Shopee Live this May 9, 12:00 NN to 1:00 PM.

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XTREME APPLIANCES REMINDING US TO SHOW OUR LOVE & GRATITUDE TO OUR MOTHERS

Mothers are the rock and center of every Filipino home – they are the ‘ilaw ng tahan’ who give light, warmth, and guidance in the family. This Mother’s Day, XTREME Appliances, your local one-stop shop home appliance brand, is reminding everyone to show love, respect, and gratitude to our mothers, grand mothers, aunts, teachers, and all women who continue to inspire us to be better.

As we grow old and get caught up in focusing on our own lives — we tend to forget that our parents, especially our mothers, are growing old as well. Through this heartwarming Mother’s day video, XTREME Appliances shows us the importance of making time for our mothers regardless how busy we are. Make no excuses, spend time with your mom this Mother's Day.

Watch the full video here:

https://www.facebook.com/XTREMEAppliances/videos/1401027613564993