The PR & Events Circuit

Amidst the challenges and setbacks brought about by the pandemic, GMA Network lights up the world in celebrating the new year with "Kapuso Countdown to 2022: The GMA New Year Special" this Friday, December 31. To kick start the spectacle, Asia's Multimedia Star Alden Richards leads the constellation of Kapuso artists who will dazzle viewers with world-class performances as everyone anticipates the new year. To a new year filled with light, hope, and love: Set to mark her first Kapuso New Year Countdown celebration is prime actress Bea Alonzo who will have a special performance of the hit songs ‘Mr. Perfectly Fine,’ ‘10,000 Hours,’ and ‘Love Again’ with Alden as a teaser to their much-awaited team up next year. The festivities open with a performance of ‘Liwanag sa Dilim’ by Alden, Bea, Asia’s Romantic Balladeer Christian Bautista, Garrett Bolden, Rayver Cruz, Rochelle Pangilinan, Mark Herras, Aicelle Santos, Hannah Precillas, Jessica Villarubin, Lexi Gonzales, Mavy Lega...

One does not need superpowers to be a hero. As everyone welcomes the new year this Saturday, January 1, GMA News and Public Affairs’ year-end special “ Year of the Superhero ” takes a look back on some of the heroic moments of 2021 — a year that saw people from all walks of life inspiring others through their heroic deeds and triumphs. Hosting this special are no less than Kapuso power couple Dingdong Dantes and Marian Rivera who both have their equal share of playing iconic heroes on GMA’s primetime shows. In this year-end special, the Kapuso Primetime King and Queen collaborated with some of the industry’s finest — international artist Leeroy New, award-winning children’s book author Augie Rivera, and acclaimed Director Rico Gutierrez — in an hour-long special honoring modern-day heroes. Marian walks viewers through the giant 3D art installation by New. The contemporary Filipino artist’s inspiration was drawn from the stories of ordinary citizens who lifted our spirits in the midst o...

To help communities affected by typhoon Odette, Globe has set up more Libreng Tawag and Libreng Charging (LTLC) stations in the Visayas and Mindanao regions.  At least  16 stations are now operational to help families connect with their loved ones.   Ongoing service restorations in various areas affected by the typhoon have been hampered by the prolonged lack of commercial power.  Cell sites equipped with alternate power such as gensets need to be refilled.  However, deliveries of supplies are also hampered by roadblocks. Since Friday, Globe has restored services in Bukidnon, Agusan del Sur, Camiguin, Zamboanga del Sur and Zamboanga Sibugay. In the aftermath of typhoon Odette, about 40 towers were affected across Visayas and Mindanao.  The highest  impact were reported in Cebu, Negros, Bohol and Leyte.  There were about 20 towers badly hit  in Cebu. #GlobeofGood Donation channels through the new GlobeOne app and GCash app are open for c...

The Board of Directors of MREIT, Inc., the REIT company of township developer Megaworld, has approved the acquisition of four prime, grade A buildings located in PEZA-registered zones for a total consideration of P9.1-billion. The transaction will increase MREIT’s property value by 19% to P58.5-billion. The transaction will result in the infusion of Two Techno Place, Three Techno Place, and One Global Center, which are located in Iloilo Business Park; as well as World Finance Plaza in McKinley Hill in Fort Bonifacio, Taguig.  The four prime office properties have a combined GLA of 55,700 square meters, thus increasing MREIT’s portfolio GLA by 25% to around 280,000 square meters. With an average occupancy rate of 99%, the infused assets will start contributing to MREIT’s revenues upon execution of the Deed of Absolute Sale before the year ends.   To fund the investment, MREIT’s Board also approved the closing of a 10-year term loan facility amounting to P7.25-billion with ...

Cebu Pacific (PSE: CEB), the Philippines’ leading airline, on December 14 is the first carrier to do a trial flight out of the newly built Clark International Airport Terminal 2, with passengers on flight 5J 607 Clark-Cebu as the first commercial fliers to use the new passenger terminal.   “It is our honor to be the first airline to use this new terminal for a commercial flight and welcome every opportunity to work with industry stakeholders in making our customer’s journey as easy as possible. This is very timely as we all prepare for the aviation industry to bounce back,” said Michael Ivan Shau, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer at Cebu Pacific. CEB has maintained its presence in North Luzon for 15 years to date, beginning with its maiden Clark-Cebu route in 2006. Pre-pandemic, CEB was the largest Philippine carrier operating the most domestic and international routes out of Clark. At the end of 2019, it was serving direct flights to seven (7) domestic destinations namely Bacolod, ...

Bringing together all its powerful innovations, the Wonderful World of Globe presents the Globe INNOVERSE (Innovation Universe). Showcasing Globe’s transformation into The Globe Group - a digital solutions platform with a footprint in fintech, healthcare, entertainment, adtech, e-commerce, manpower, IT services, and venture capital. INNOVERSE highlights the Globe Group’s vast ecosystem of technologies made to uplift the lives of its customers. It shows how the Globe Group has reshaped the Filipino digital life, empowering people with a richer connected experience. This enables everyone to become the best versions of themselves as they navigate the new digital world.   “When we started 2021, we thought we could already put the pandemic behind us. Unfortunately that wasn't the case. I think we can start having a new perspective that we will just live with this virus. And this is what the Globe Innoverse is all about - a universe of non-stop innovation to serve our customers bett...

 Leading developer in Vismin Cebu Landmasters, Inc. (CLI) and Borromeo Brothers Estate Inc. recently opened the Php 1.2-billion 4-Star BERDE-certified commercial tower Latitude Corporate Center, increasing CLI’s office GLA to 29,000 sqm from 14,000 sqm year-on-year. Aside from this, CLI has over 47,000sqm of additional office and retail GLA currently under construction.  This is in line with the listed company’s long term strategy to build up its GLA to 200,000 sqm allowing its office, retail and hospitality portfolio to contribute 10% of the company’s growing topline in 3 to 5 years. The hybrid office building standing 24-storeys high with designated spaces for BPO offices (8th-12th floors), Enterprise offices (14th-16th floors), Executive offices (17th-24th floors) and a retail concept (first and second floors) is strategically located in Cebu Business Park and is among the tallest buildings in the business district.  Latitude Corporate Center embodies a green buildin...

Globe At Home has announced that it has partnered with Linksys, a global leader in home and business WiFi solutions, to give Filipinos the chance to be one of the first in Asia to enjoy the benefits of owning Atlas Pro 6 Dual-Band Mesh Wifi 6 —Linksys’ newest addition to its roster of all-encompassing WiFi 6 portfolio. Starting December 10, all Globe At Home subscribers can pre-order the said device.  Powered by Velop Intelligent Mesh, this dual-band WiFi 6 router is WiFi for the new normal, which allows more than 30 devices to enjoy enhanced and uninterrupted connectivity across three bedrooms—making it possible for everyone in the family to simultaneously stream, play games, and make video calls in HD without any worry. It is best recommended for those who are subscribed to Globe At Home’s UNLI FIBER UP 70 Mbps plan and up.  “As a company whose mission is to give Filipinos the tools they need to keep winning in life despite all the challenges we face, we are always on the lo...

Cebu Pacific (CEB), the Philippines’ leading airline, is prepared to meet higher travel demand in 2022 with the addition of six new aircraft this year to its fleet and is confident that the aviation and tourism industries are on the way to further recovery and growth after the pandemic lockdowns grounded various business sectors. CEB is receiving a total of six aircraft in 2021: two A321neo (new engine option), one A320neo, two A330neo, and one ATR 72-600.   The airline received on November 28 its first A330neo which paves the way for it to become the greenest airline in Asia. The airline’s newest aircraft features 459 lightweight Recaro seats which allows more travelers to be carried in a single flight, resulting in lowest carbon footprint per passenger, making CEB the greenest airline in Asia. With the A330neo’s latest technologies, this eco-plane consumes 25% less fuel than previous generation aircraft and is eco-efficient -- able to consume as little as 1.4 liters per seat...

Globe supports the three-day National Vaccination Drive by spreading awareness on COVID-19 inoculation benefits and preventing the spread of fake news.  Vaccination is seen as the key to a safer Christmas, and the country’s recovery from the pandemic.  From November 29 to December 1, the government will run #BayanihanBakunahan mounting thousands of vaccination sites to inoculate 15M Filipinos across 16 regions outside Metro Manila to bring the Philippines closer to a 50% vaccination rate. Currently, only 31% of the target population has been vaccinated, which is still far from the year’s 70% initial goal. TikTok TruthDub challenge promotes discernment against fake news on vaccination “We want to reiterate to the public that vaccination is science-based and provided through global medical expert advice. Vaccination plays a vital role in the fight against the pandemic so we want to help stop the proliferation of fake news about the vaccines.   Let us verify everything ...

There’s no greater joy than giving, and The Body Shop’s new, best ever Christmas gift collection is bursting with love and care. This year, we are spreading love and kindness with treats packed with body-loving goodness for everybody, every budget.   Featuring packaging that’s kinder to the planet with clever, reusable constructions, this year’s line-up also supports The Body Shop’s Community Fair Trade partners behind their most loved gift boxes and jute bags.  Plus, every purchase over the Christmas period will help support thousands of unpaid carers, that shine a light on their ultimate acts of selfless love. Discover what surprises are packed inside our Share the Joy Advent Calendar. Inspired by acts of selfless love shown by people all over the world, this beauty calendar is filled with joyful treats and daily acts of kindness to bring joy to your friends and family.  Make someone feel really special with this year’s line-up of special edition body care in festi...

GCash, the country’s no.1 mobile wallet app, together with the Regional Anti-Cybercrime Unit Cordillera of the Philippine National Police-Anti-Cybercrime Group (PNP-ACG), has uncovered and arrested the individual behind a Love Romance scam. Suspect Racel Guno allegedly swindled money from multiple chats using a fake Facebook profile named “Carter Gudson Gudson”. The latest victim was said to have transferred P84,927 to Guno’s account. After the transfer, the victim was blocked on Guno’s fake Facebook and Messenger accounts.   By working together closely, GCash and the RACU COR implemented the Warrant of Arrest issued by Hon. Isagani G. Calderon, presiding judge of RTC First Judicial Region, Branch 8, La Trinidad Benguet issued on February 4, 2021 that resulted in the successful arrest of Guno in her condominium in Parañaque City. Following this incident, GCash reminds its users that they can better protect their GCash accounts by following these tips: Check authenticity of mes...

Santa wearing a barong and a salakot as he comes to town with a lechon . . . amazing foldable Christmas lanterns that bring the spirit of Christmas everywhere . . . translucent capiz shell ornaments in angel, star, and tree designs. Kultura’s curated Christmas decors made by local artisan will bring Paskong Pinoy close to your heart.  Have these in your home or send these to your loved ones abroad who long to be home for Christmas, to friends who wish to add a homespun touch to their home office, or to foreign business associates who want to know more about our country. In the Philippines, the parol has become an iconic symbol of the Filipino Christmas and is as important to Filipinos as the Christmas tree is to Western cultures.   Kultura’s creatively crafted lanterns will light up the Christmas skies at home and abroad. There are foldable fabric parols proudly made by the Kababaihan ng Maynila Foundation, available in red, green and gold; abaca lanterns made by empowere...

Township developer Megaworld is developing a sustainable boutique hotel and shophouse district within its 462-hectare Paragua Coastown in San Vicente, Palawan.  Strategically located in Kemdeng with its own beachline, the master-planned Mercato Shophouse District and the Porto Hotel District will offer 240 lots ranging from 250 square meters to 599 square meters for shophouses, and 450 square meters to 1,199 square meters for boutique hotels. 240 lots offered in Mercato Shophouse District and Porto Hotel District out of the 462-hectare eco-tourism township in San Vicente, Palawan Both Mercato Shophouse District and Porto Hotel District are interconnected to each other, providing convenient walkability through expansive sidewalks and bridges. This district is also surrounded by landscaped parks and gardens, and an esplanade along the creek. It will also have access to the Mangrove Reserve Park via an iconic bridge. “Our eco-tourism township offers businesses and entrepreneurs such a...