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Ritchie Teo Assumes Role as CIO of Sun Life, Utilizes Innovation in Investment Management

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Navigating the world of investments can be a daunting task, which is why having a visionary leader who understands how markets fluctuate and trends evolve can be a backbone for the success of a business. Aiming to bring Sun Life into a new era of financial excellence, Ritchie Teo shares his wealth of experience as the Chief Investment Officer (CIO) of Sun Life Investment Management and Trust Corporation (SLIMTC). Imparting the vision Ritchie Teo brings more than a decade of expertise in the insurance industry to his role as CIO. His journey with Sun Life began in 2014, and since then, he has risen through the ranks, demonstrating exceptional talent and robust leadership skills along the way. As Deputy CIO, Teo played a pivotal role in the launch of SLIMTC, the company’s flagship trust business. His strategic vision and keen understanding of market dynamics were instrumental in shaping the success of this venture. Now, as CIO, Teo uses this as a springboard in leading Sun Life to greate

How the Redmi Note 13 series is “everyday-proof”

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The Redmi Note 13 is one of the most durable and water-resistant phones you can get without breaking the bank Let’s face the truth — no matter how careful we can be with our precious smartphones, sometimes there’s just no avoiding an unfortunate mishap. You won’t ever want to do it, but you will be dropping your phone, spilling something on it, or even stepping on it sometimes. It’s painful to think about, but accidents  will happen. Some phones won’t stand up to the pressure or impact. Whether your phone is top-of-the-line or a budget entry, it can still crack or break. If you’re a bit clumsy and need a phone that can keep up with your daily life, there’s no better device to get than any of the Redmi Note 13 Series. A clumsy-proof flagship Not only is the Redmi Note 13 Series an easily accessible set of phones to get because of its friendly price point and remarkable flagship-level specs, but it’s a gadget you can put through its paces, and then some. CLUMSY-PROOF VIDEO The all-too-

Still on a Tony Awards high? These iconic Movie Musical Songs and Dance Numbers will get you going!

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The 2024 Tony Awards season may have come and gone, but our love for musicals lives on! Let’s revisit some of the iconic songs and dance numbers from unforgettable movie musicals that are also Tony Award-winning Broadway shows. These scenes have left an indelible mark on Filipino theater and Broadway fans for a reason. If you haven’t seen a lot of musicals, prepare to be dazzled. Or if you have, you’re more than welcome to watch them again on Disney+ and relive the magic that these fantastic movie musicals bring. HAMILTON (2020) – “Alexander Hamilton” A killer opening that grabs you right from the first note, pulling you into an epic tale of remarkable characters and dynamic music combined with raw and passionate lyrics. The wildly talented ensemble teases their complex relationships with Alexander Hamilton (Lin-Manuel Miranda) and their historical journeys, brilliantly setting the stage. That iconic line, “How does a bastard, orphan, son of a w***e…” instantly gives the audience all

It’s official! The AI Portrait Master HONOR 200 Series is coming soon in PH

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Leading smart devices provider, HONOR, has confirmed to launch the AI Portrait Master HONOR 200 Series in the Philippines! HONOR 200 is the latest range of smartphone from the brand and stirred a lot of demand with its Four-Layer AI Architecture comprises Cross-device and Cross-OS AI, Platform-level AI, App-level AI, and Interface to Cloud-AI services. “It is indeed official! HONOR 200 Series will arrive in the Philippines very soon so don’t dare miss our next announcements. We are beyond excited to push the boundaries of AI and deliver seamless experiences to our users,” HONOR Philippines Vice President Stephen Cheng said. HONOR 200 Series First Look The leading smartphone in the country has started the teaser for HONOR 200 with Studio Harcourt-themed photos, a valuable partnership of the brand. The said studio is a prestigious institution in Paris that was integrated to the DSLR-killer camera of HONOR 200. Stay tuned for HONOR’s big announcements soon. Head on to HONOR Philippines’ s

URC Flour hosts a Feast of Tradition: Sariaya's Pinagong Eating Makes History at the Agawan Festival

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  Thousands of Sariayahin made history with the first-ever Pinagong Eating activity during their 25thAgawan Festival. Led by Sariaya Mayor Marcelo Gayeta, the local government unit’s partnership with Universal Robina Corporation Flour Division gathered close to 2,000 participants to partake in the eating of the town’s unique and delicious Pinagong. (SARIAYA, QUEZON – PHILIPPINES) - The 25th Agawan Festival in Sariaya, Quezon, concluded with a unique and delicious twist this year with the first-ever Pinagong eating activity hosted by Universal Robina Corporation, Flour Division. This exciting event saw a record-breaking 1,800 participants, a mix of Sariaya locals and enthusiastic tourists, come together to celebrate the town's famed "Pinagong" bread. Led by Mayor Marcelo Gayeta himself, the Pinagong Eating activity added a lively new chapter to the vibrant Agawan Festival. The name "Pinagong," meaning "turtle" in Tagalog, reflects the bread's disti

Highlands Coffee Named Vietnam’s Top F&B Brand in Customer Experience

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Leading in Customer Experience. Vietnam’s #1 Coffee Chain, Highlands Coffee, has been named as the top F&B brand in customer experience by KPMG. Highlands Coffee is one of the 18 brands under the Jollibee Group, one of the world’s fastest-growing restaurant companies. Highlands Coffee, Vietnam’s #1 coffee chain and one of the global restaurant company Jollibee Group’s brands, has been recognized as the highest-ranked food and beverage brand on customer experience in the 2023 Customer Experience Excellence Study (CEE) by KPMG in Vietnam. The CEE report, which was commissioned by global consulting firm KPMG, engaged Vietnamese consumers across eight sectors, including Restaurants & Fast Food, Entertainment & Leisure, and Travel & Hotels. Brands were ranked based on KPMG’s Six Pillars of Experience methodology, encompassing Integrity, Empathy, Resolution, Personalization, Expectations, Time, and Effort, offering businesses valuable insights to enhance customer experience

LG Amplifies Positive Influence of the Life’s Good Campaign via Social Media Challenge

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Company’s ‘Optimism your feed’ Playlist Garners 1.2 Billion Views in Just Three Weeks LG Electronics (LG) has launched a global social media challenge to amplify its brand promise of ‘Life’s Good’ by encouraging customers worldwide to create and share moments of everyday optimism on their social media feeds. Running across TikTok and Instagram, the challenge encourages participants to foster a more positive environment on their social media feeds by posting optimistic moments and selfies featuring the “ finger heart ” gesture – a popular symbol among K-pop idols created by forming a mini heart with the index finger and thumb – using the hashtags #Lifesgood and #Optimismyourfeed. “LG is committed to delivering on its promise of ‘Life’s Good. This social media challenge aims to uncover and share what ‘Life’s Good’ means to our customers,” said Kim Hyo-eun, vice president and head of LG’s Brand Management Division. “We believe there is real power in approaching life with an optimistic att