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All-in fares from as low as P1,990 are up for grabs now at airasia.com #AirAsiainBali #AirAsiainJakarta Staying true to its commitment as a truly Asean airline, AirAsia today announced it is offering promo fares for its newest flights from Manila to Bali and Jakarta in Indonesia.

Boosting its efforts to make financial literacy accessible to Filipinos, Sun Life offers three free online resources to help many learn and plan for their future. Together, they provide a three-step push for individuals and families towards achieving their dreams: attend the Brighter Life Institute, begin their journey with the My Future Fund Calculator, and connect with the #SINAG online journalism contest. “Nowadays, Filipinos are more empowered in taking charge of their finances. They are turning to online resources to help them understand financial concepts and manage their money. Given our expertise and experience, we want to be their go-to partner as they progress in their financial journey,” declared Sun Life of Canada (Philippines), Inc. Chief Marketing Officer Mylene Lopa.

Roku Inc. and Globe Telecom announced their partnership to launch the new Globe Streamwatch device in the Philippines that is the first Roku powered device in the form of a stick. Leading the signing of the partnership are Globe Senior Vice President for Content, Nikko Acosta, Roku Director for Communications Mike Duin, Globe Chief Commercial Officer Albert de Larrazabal, Roku Director for Partner Management Andrew Bernard, Globe President and CEO Ernest Cu, Globe At Home Senior Vice President Martha Sazon, and Roku APAC Advisor Brandon Amber. Roku Inc. (Nasdaq: ROKU) and Globe Telecom today announced the signing of a Roku Powered licensing agreement allowing Globe to leverage Roku's streaming platform including its operating system, channel store and streaming players to launch a new Globe Streamwatch device in the Philippines by November this year.

Principal Lilybeth Policarpio from the Mailwalo Central Elementary School in Tarlac receives books and supplies in behalf of the students and teachers from The SM Store’s Donate-A-Book campaign. Thousands of students all over the country recently received gifts of learning – books, brand new school supplies, and art kits - through the SM Store’s recent Donate-A-Book campaign.

Globe and Visa announced as co-presenters of The Manila Season Michael Cassel Group in association with Disney Theatrical Productions are excited to confirm that tickets to the Manila premiere of the world’s #1 musical, Disney’s THE LION KING, are going on sale to the general public on Friday 3 November 2017.

The Philippines’ leading carrier, Cebu Pacific (PSE: CEB) launched its Cadet Pilot training program aimed at addressing the airlines expansion requirements over the next five years. The program, to be conducted in partnership with Flight Training Adelaide (FTA), will create 240 professional pilots who will subsequently join the corps of pilots of Cebu Pacific.

Former Head of Disney University Training Team headlines Lead-In 2017 (L-R) Country Head of Grab Philippines Brian Cu, Former Head of Disney University Training Team Doug Lipp, and South Pacific Regional CIO Barry Lerner Globe Business, the corporate information and communications technology (ICT) arm of Globe Telecom, is once again gathering the country’s top business and enterprise leaders for a day of insightful learning, discussion, and sharing of best practices on how innovation and disruption can help sustain a corporation’s competitiveness and relevance in the digital age.

The annual Geeks on a Beach (GOAB) international tech conference has been named finalist of the Philippine Rice Bowl Startup Awards (RBSA) 2017 Nationals which will have its awarding ceremony on October 25 at the ASPACE Greenbelt in Makati City.

Globe partners with LUSWELF in celebrating National Maritime Week Jaime Fraginal, Director for Globe International Business Group speaks before seafarers during the National Maritime Week celebration at the LUSWELF center in Luneta. Globe Telecom has partnered with the Luneta Seafarers Welfare Foundation (LUSWELF) in celebrating the National Maritime Week 2017 where it launched the new Globe Seafarer SIM. During the week-long activity, Globe introduced the Globe Seafarer SIM which offers special rates from over 50 maritime destinations worldwide. Seafarers can call for as low as P30 per minute and send a message at P10 per text to Globe and TM numbers back home. The SIM is preactivated with international roaming and is valid for one year. A seafarer learns about the features of the new Seafarer SIM at the Globe booth “We are proud that almost a third of seafarers globally are Filipinos and we acknowledge their achievements and contributions. Our goal is to provide c...

The world-renowned island paradise of Boracay was once again featured in an international tourism campaign. This time it’s in the Fun Budget Campaign Japan.

After the announcement of GMA’s upcoming primetime series headlined by Rhian Ramos, Max Collins and Lovi Poe, netizens are abuzz over the identity of the leading man who will play the coveted role of the ex-boyfriend of the three Kapuso actresses. Finally, GMA Network proudly announces that Kapuso Drama King Dennis Trillo will portray Liam, the ex-lover of Zoe (Rhian), Darcy (Max) and Alex (Lovi). Dennis’s resume is exceptionally impressive and continues to grow in stature year on year. He has starred in a myriad of films and TV series and portrayed challenging and offbeat roles. He returned as Gabriel in the sequel of Mulawin vs Ravena and was commended for his role as the happy-go-lucky playboy in the hit primetime series Juan Happy Love Story opposite Philippine TV’s Sweetheart Heart Evangelista. Last year, he was the first Filipino to receive the Asian Star Prize at the 11th Seoul International Drama Awards for his role as Emman in the primetime series My Faithful Hu...

Globe President and CEO Ernest Cu shares Globe Telecom’s digital transformation experience at DigiCon 2017 Globe President and CEO Ernest Cu shared at the recently concluded DigiCon 2017 that in order for a telco business to survive nowadays, digital transformation is a must.

Mark Andrei Palmares was one of last year’s winner of the SM Shopping Spree promotion. Mark and his family had a great time shopping at The SM Store Delgado with his Php 100,000 worth of shopping spree money. After bringing joy to shoppers all around the country last year, The SM Store is bringing its P100,000 Shopping Spree promotion just in time for the Christmas holidays. This time, it’s bigger and better with 118 winners nationwide!

Solenn Heussaff and Nico Bolzico shows us how to make the most out of data plans with the newest Globe Data Drills data usage education series Find yourself having excess data from your monthly plan? How about needing more for your usual mobile binging? Or would you just want to find out which mobile data plan is perfect for you? Let power couple Solenn Heussaff and Nico Bolzico take you through Globe Data Drills, the latest video series showing how easy it is to make the most out of your mobile data plan.

All-in fares from as low as P2,590 are up for grabs now at airasia.com  #AirAsiainBali #AirAsiainJakarta #AirAsiainSaigon Staying true to its commitment as a truly Asean airline, AirAsia today announced it will start servicing flights from Manila to Bali, Jakarta in Indonesia and to Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam.

Marsha Guzman, Globe Platinum Head of Partnerships and Acquisitions with Joey Randovan, Globe Platinum, winner of 3-day stay at Amanpulo As part of its 0917 Day celebration, Globe recently rewarded a lucky Globe Platinum customer with a luxury vacation package for two to Amanpulo! As 0917 Day brought many surprises for Globe customers, including perks and promos in partnership with other lifestyle brands, one Globe Platinum customer got the surprise of his life when he was announced as the winner of a 3-day stay at the island paradise.

ILOILO City – Not all heroes wear capes, some are just watching movies. Yes, you can be a hero by just watching a movie as Junior Chamber International Regatta (JCI Regatta) is holding a special movie screening for the benefit of real life heroes – the soldiers who are defending peace and justice in Marawi City.

Kickstart Ventures President Minette Navarrete at Arangkada Philippines Forum 2017. Also in the photo are: From L-R (partly hidden) Erika Legara, Associate Professor at the Asian Institute of Management; David Hall, Chief of Party of the USAID STRIDE Project; Paulo CAmpos III, CEO of ZALORA Philippines; and Jubert Daniel Alberto, Head of Operations at IDC Philippines. With the emergence of new digital technologies, collaboration between large enterprises and agile startups becomes essential for industries to build continuous growth while adapting to the changing economic environment and mounting social pressures.

AirAsia will relocate operations at Singapore Changi Airport from Terminal 1 to Terminal 4 effective 7 November 2017.

As travel necessities become more expensive the longer one spends abroad, so does the roaming service. This time, staying for longer can be more fun and worry-free with a new and more value-for-money offer from Globe Roam Surf. Longer stays in the USA, South Korea and Australia gives customers more affordable roaming rates for as low as only P300/day!

The Alternative Indigenous Development Foundation Inc. (AIDFI) wins the 3rd ASEAN Leadership Award on Rural Development and Poverty Eradication, in conjunction with the 10th ASEAN Ministerial Meeting on Rural Development and Poverty Eradication (AMRDPE) which was held last October 6 in Kuala Lumpur.

Globe Lifestyle launched its latest collection for 0917 month-long celebration On Kevin, Yellow Zero Nine One Seven t-shirt by 0917, On Kimi Pink Zero Nine One Seven t-shirt by 0917 After a successful launch of the Spring/Summer and Fall Collection, The Bloc Parade, 0917 by Globe Lifestyle Anniversary Collection dropped last month and it is giving off a lit and legit retro vibe.

Leading broadcast station GMA Network has officially started implementing closed captioning beginning October, becoming the first local TV station in the country to do so.

Globe Business with the representatives from various national government agencies at the DICT FGD for the e-Government Master Plan 2.0. Globe Business, the enterprise information and communications technology (ICT) arm of Globe Telecom, recently led a team of cybersecurity experts in conducting a focused group discussion (FGD) geared towards the development of the Department of Information and Communications Technology’s e-Government Master Plan 2.0 (eGMP 2.0).

The company has also acquired a 14-hectare property in Bacolod, further expanding its growing Vismin footprint 38 Park Avenue, a high end development and soon to be the tallest building in Cebu IT Park. Newly listed property developer Cebu Landmasters Inc. (CLI) is set to exceed its 2017 target of P4 billion in reservations sales from projects in key Visayas-Mindanao cities, disclosed Jose Soberano III, president and CEO. He said reservation sales for the first nine months of 2017 registered at P3.66 billion or 26 per cent more than the P2.9 billion reservations sales registered for the entire 2016.

The long wait will finally be over tomorrow as Nailaholics Nail Salon and Spa welcomes you once again tomorrow, October 17, 2017, for another real pampering treat at the celebration of the National Pampering Day.

Creative director and founder Daiki Suzuki of Engineered Garments set to release Special Edition Converse One star Converse and Engineered Garments have come together to introduce a new collaborative line of One Star sneakers. Engineered Garments Creative Director and Founder, Daiki Suzuki issues a collection that reflects his personal journey and relationship with Converse and plays on his affinity to reinvent and reengineer, while keeping with the shoe’s iconic look.

Globe Telecom President & CEO Ernest Cu kept his position as one of the most powerful telecommunication executives in the world with his inclusion in the elite list of Global Telecoms Business Power 100 for 2017. Getting this recognition for the fifth straight year, Cu is the only Filipino executive to make it to the Power 100 and among the top 12 in Asia.

AirAsia formally opened its Mid-Autumn Food Festival celebration in Bonifacio High Street Central, Taguig City last week. The event highlights well-loved traditions, exotic Asian street food, and fun-filled activities last 6 October until 7 October.

Globe At Home new prepaid and postpaid offers change the game for home broadband Globe At Home VP for Marketing Barbie Dapul, SVP for Broadband Martha Sazon, and Head of Acquisitions Winsley Bangit The home broadband landscape in the Philippines shows that 87% of households still has no access to an Internet connection. Coupled with the increasing line of streaming content, which is now more accessible and affordable, Globe At Home knows there is tremendous opportunity to disrupt the home broadband business.

The magazine also unveils new travel3Sixty.com as part of AirAsia’s digitalization strategy AirAsia’s award-winning inflight magazine, travel 3Sixty° launched a brand new look for its October issue last October 6 in conjunction with its tenth year anniversary celebration. The revamped magazine which boasts a new logo, layout, content, and overall branding, was launched by Datuk Kamarudin Meranun; Executive Chairman of AirAsia Berhad, Group CEO of AirAsia X and publisher of the magazine at Fahrenheit 88, Bukit Bintang.

Ernest Cu, President and Chief Executive Officer of Globe Telecom, has been named a finalist in the "CEO of the Year" category at the World Communications Awards 2017 (WCA), the largest awards ceremony in global telecoms organized by Total Telecom.

Lulu, daughter of SM City Iloilo’s HR Officer Rochelle Fegarido leads the seniors in dancing Baby Shark, during the Employees Volunteerism Program in the Molo FSCAP office SM City Iloilo supports the community’s senior citizens with the celebration of the recent Elderly Filipino Week.

Christmas came early for some 11 lucky members of “Aling Puring,” Puregold’s loyalty program, and their family last 4 October when they get to fulfil their wishes to fly and travel for free.

Community-oriented activities marked the month-long celebration of Carmen Copper Corporation’s 13th Anniversary last September.

Amid steady expansion of the company’s LTE coverage and capacities to improve customers’ mobile experience, Globe Telecom expects around 50% of its mobile data traffic to come from LTE network by the end of the year.

Kipling presents the brand new innovative design of Edgeland FALL17 Collection. Inspired by blending urban life with the beauty of the great outdoors, the sleek and simple designs highlight the carefree spirit of the modern cosmopolitan. Be it on a day trip to explore the city, a party in the evening, or a soothing outdoor stroll, the Edgeland series is designed to complement a wild range of looks and styles. The versatility of Edgeland series offers users an ease of mind wherever they wish to travel. The stunning new design and hue of the bags are inspired by elements from wilderness, flawlessly melding Mother Nature with urban life. This unisex collection brings stylish designs and harmony to the busy urban lives.

Globe Business Sales Cluster Head Tisha Sadorra welcomes the attendees to the first of a series of industry roadshows. With the various challenges in the Philippine logistics industry’s shift to being fully digital, Globe Business, the information and communications technology (ICT) arm of Globe Telecom, recently held the Logistics Industry Roadshow, an event that aims to educate logistics companies through industry insights, and showcase how digital marketing can help maximize their reach and leverage on specific audience targeting which will lead to savings and cost-efficiency.

More air connectivity, world-class service, and low fares now available in Western Visayas! AirAsia is now flying to Iloilo International Airport, the primary gateway to Western Visayas and Panay region. The airline voted the World’s Best Low Cost Carrier for nine years running flew its maiden flight from Manila to Iloilo on October 1 with Dinagyang-themed festivities held at both Manila and Iloilo airports to welcome guests and passengers. Dinagyang festival is Iloilo’s most celebrated religious and cultural festival held every January.   Iloilo and Bacolod bloggers and media joined AirAsia's inaugural flight from Iloilo to Manila. AirAsia flight Z2 309, with pilot in command AirAsia Philippines CEO Captain Dexter Comendador left Manila on time at 2:15PMwith 98% load. AirAsia’s iconic red plane was greeted with a traditional water cannon salute upon landing at Iloilo airport. AirAsia Philippines CEO Dexter Comendador said, “AirAsia is now painting Iloilo skies re...

Globe customers can now call Jollibee Delivery for free via #8-7000 (L-R) Jollibee Foods Corporation Business Channels Director Mario Malalis, Jollibee Foods Corporation Vice President for National Business Channels Manjie Yap, Globe Business Senior Vice President Peter Maquera, and Globe Business Cluster Sales Head Robie Reyes display the ‘Hashtag’ hand sign for the #8-7000 Jollibee express delivery partnership. Jollibee Foods Corporation (JFC), the largest fast food chain in the Philippines, recently signed with Globe Business, the enterprise and information and communications technology (ICT) arm of Globe Telecom, to centralize its express delivery service to one convenient number: #8-7000.

The search is on for this year’s Mr. and Ms. BPO as premier concerts and events production, Royale Chimes Concerts and Events Inc. hold the first-ever Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) pageant in the country.

Davao City Mayor Sara Duterte-Carpio has acknowledged as “a mark of excellence in service to the Filipinos” the $250-million Globe Southeast Asia-United States (SEA-US) submarine cable system which directly connects the Philippines to the United States through Davao City. “This is the first in our country and we are more than thrilled that the Cable Landing Station is installed in Talomo, Davao City. Stable connectivity has long been coveted by Filipinos and this breakthrough merits our approbation,” Duterte said in a message sent to Globe. Expanding in a clever route and bypassing earthquake zones, Duterte noted that the state-of-the-art technology paves the way to faster data transmission which “will not only be a chorus of cheers for BPOs and ICT companies but for all industries benefitting from telecommunications.” The 14,500-kilometer undersea cable uses the latest 100 gigabits per second transmission technology to deliver an additional 20 terabits per second capacity....