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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

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-

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

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

  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

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

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

John Woo takes on a different challenge: a movie without dialogues’. Acclaimed action director John Woo returns with a gritty revenge tale of a tormented father in Silent Night , now streaming on Lionsgate Play. Full of Woo’s signature “bullet ballet” style, the movie redefines the action genre with visceral, thrill-a-minute storytelling sans dialogues. Silent Night is a quiet tale that unfolds from tragedy: on the night before Christmas, a young boy dies after being struck by a stray bullet amidst a gang gunfight. Brian Godlock ( Joel Kinnaman ), the child’s father, immediately hunts down and successfully locates a handful of the culprits. However, his confrontation with the gang leader, Playa ( Harold Torres ), leaves him severely wounded and on the brink of death. Brian survives, but he loses the ability to speak, along with his will to live. This burdens his wife, Saya ( Catalina Sandino ), who struggles to tend to her husband’s despair while also grieving the loss of her son on h

 Fresh from the success of her debut smash single “ Forget About Us ,” global sensation  Perrie  today releases her new single “ Tears .” “Tears” is a Motown influenced, smooth and sultry track written by multi-platinum winning producer Ido (Justin Bieber, Camilla Cabello, Shawn Mendes) and Feli Ferraro . Perrie says, “ This song is about coming out of a bad situation and letting go of what has happened in the past. It's that point where you feel empowered, and you leave the tears behind because you've come out the other side. It’s a sultry and smooth track that I'm really excited for you all to hear.” Perrie stepped out as a solo artist in April this year with her debut solo single ‘Forget About Us’. The single smashed straight into the Official Charts Top 10 Singles Chart, topped The Official Big Top 40 from Global for two weeks and was the No.1 UK radio airplay record for an astonishing five weeks. This month Perrie is one of the performers at Capital Radio’s ‘Summerti

Filipino pop-rock icons The Itchyworms are celebrating the release of their own brand of craft beers with a music event that features some of their friends and favorites in the local music scene. The Itchyworms: Beer o Pag-ibig? Official Launch promises to showcase their refreshing mix of brew variants to the general public for the first time, while enjoying the live performances of Ebe Dancel , Ciudad , Blaster , The Revisors , and The Itchyworms . The special event will take place at the 123 Block on July 13, 2024 , from 6 pm onwards. Aside from performances, there will also be games, booths, and special on-ground activities prepared by its co-organizers GNN Entertainment Productions , Flat Foot Brewing Co. , and The Itchyworms themselves! Inspired by their song “ Beer ,” which topped several music charts when it was released and has become a drinking anthem among Filipinos, The Itchyworms’ foray into the brewing scene dares to ask the familiar question: Bawat Patak. Anong Sarap.

AirAsia believes that the Philippines, being a premier destination for nature and experiential tourism has the opportunity to grow more in terms of tourist arrivals, as the recent pandemic allowed destinations to rest, recover, and flourish.   However, responsibility for environmental protection and sustainability lies on all stakeholders, including airline companies who contribute over 2% of the global CO2 emission.  It is for this reason that AirAsia Philippines acknowledges the importance of doubling efforts to lessen carbon emission and fast track the use of SAF among other measures to lessen carbon footprint. Speaking before other stakeholders in the 2024 Philippine Tourism and Hotel Investment Summit, AirAsia Philippine CEO Ricky Isla pointed out that technological infrastructure development, policies, regulations, investment opportunities, and technical capabilities for SAF are still in their early stages here in the Philippines.  Despite this, Mr. Isla noted that the airline is

  “Woman In Action: Beyond the Board” Details Margie Didal’s Origin Story, Rising Above Challenges and Inspiring Generations On June 21, Gretchen Ho’s Woman in Action releases “Beyond the Board” documentary which chronicled the journey of young Filipina skateboarding sensation, Margielyn “Margie” Didal. The screening, held last June 21 at the Powerplant Mall Cinema, gathered esteemed guests to witness the story of resilience and determination that defines Didal’s career. “Woman In Action”, a travel-documentary program hosted by Gretchen Ho, took the viewers from the bustling streets of Cebu, where Didal first discovered her passion for skateboarding. Didal’s journey is one of trials and triumphs, marked by her indomitable spirit and unwavering dedication to her sport. Born on Rough Roads Didal’s story began in the streets of Cebu. In the documentary, she shared that compared to other countries, she began skateboarding quite late at 12 years old. Didal narrated how she started learning

 The Crowne Plaza Manila Galleria and Holiday Inn Manila Galleria, two of the most iconic hotels in Ortigas, are thrilled to showcase its room renovations, promising an unmatched experience for discerning business travelers, leisure seekers, and families and friends alike. Completed with meticulous attention to detail, these renovations reflect a dedication to delivering a reimagined standard of comfort, style, and convenience. The Crowne Plaza Manila Galleria unveils a renewed sense of comfort across each of its 262 rooms, which include 63 spacious suites that have been meticulously redesigned, harmonizing contemporary design elements with practical features to offer an unforgettable and comfortable stay. A standout feature is the entry-level rooms at Crowne Plaza Manila Galleria, boasting an expansive 40 square meters of living space, making them the largest accommodations in Ortigas. This generous size provides ample room for relaxation and productivity, ensuring a truly indulgent e

Have you ever booked a hotel room and felt like your stay isn’t enough because you have to rush for check out? Well, we got you covered, you can now extend your hotel stay with your 2nd night for just the price of a cup of milk tea! AirAsia MOVE is thrilled to introduce its recent offering, PHP110 hotel stay on second night - a limited promotion that promises to make your next getaway even more affordable and enjoyable. This offer comes amid the string of celebrations, from graduation, father’s day, and more, but this can also be used to plan ahead for your upcoming trips. Celebrate these special days by treating your loved ones to a well-deserved vacation, relax and spend quality time together without breaking the bank! With a wide selection of participating hotels on AirAsia MOVE, you can choose from city escapes, beachside resorts, or tranquil retreats. Make this festive season a memorable one with an affordable yet wonderful stay! Travellers can book a minimum of two nights’ stay a