The PR & Events Circuit

Globe is collaborating with AST SpaceMobile Inc., which is building the world's first space-based cellular broadband network, to explore further expansion of services across the Philippines using cutting-edge satellite technology.  The two companies signed a memorandum of understanding to cooperate on the implementation of the planned AST SpaceMobile cellular broadband service in the Philippines.  Once launched, AST SpaceMobile aims to provide the first satellite broadband service directly to standard mobile phones in the country. Globe’s collaboration with AST SpaceMobile will enable its telecom services to cover areas beyond the reach of land-based cell towers.  The space-based cellular broadband service is being designed to offer voice, video, data and internet access via 2G, 4G/LTE and 5G signals helping to also provide connectivity during times of crisis including disasters and emergencies.  “Globe has always been a pioneer in bringing first-to-market digital solutions to empo

Citing strong demand for residential properties in a township setting, property giant Megaworld is launching its fourth residential condominium development inside the 34-hectare The Upper East township in Bacolod City. The 12-storey Herald Parksuites will offer 246 units with sizes ranging from Studio (up to 24 square meters); Studio with Balcony (up to 31.5 square meters); One-Bedroom with Balcony (up to 41 square meters); Executive One-Bedroom with Balcony (up to 54 square meters); One-Bedroom Loft with Lanai (up to 78 square meters); Two-Bedroom with Balcony (up to 79 square meters); and Two-Bedroom Loft with Lanai (up to 109 square meters). The 12-storey Herald Parksuites will be the 4th residential tower in The Upper East offering 246 ‘smart home’ units with total projected sales of P1.9-billion Each unit is equipped with wireless smart home system and devices with WiFi router, video intercoms, as well as a standby power generator for a lighting fixture in the living area. All kit

Leading digital solutions platform Globe has contributed millions in aid to families and communities affected by Typhoon Odette, which ravaged parts of the country in December.  Globe collected a total of P36.7 million worth of donations for immediate assistance to over 16,000 families, and enabled Globe, TM, and GOMO customers to raise over P2.9 million more worth of aid for typhoon victims.   Globe, through its on ground teams, extended assistance to 5,094 families in communities across Palawan, Butuan, Cagayan de Oro, Camiguin, Dinagat Islands, Surigao del Norte, Bohol, Cebu, Iloilo, Negros Occidental and Oriental, and Southern Leyte.  Likewise, efforts with partner organizations such as the Ayala Foundation, GMA Kapuso Foundation, and Rise Against Hunger Philippines, have also provided relief and support for 11,777 families in affected areas. Globe also set up over 130 Libreng Tawag and Libreng Charging sites across the affected regions, ensuring that typhoon survivors stay connect

 Ready to pay your income taxes to the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) but dreading the long lines? No problem! Just use your smartphone and pay via GCash anytime, anywhere! The country’s number 1 e-wallet has made it possible for you to pay your income taxes to the BIR safely and securely – without having to visit the BIR office or endure long lines! No need to stress or panic because paying your income taxes in time for the April 15 deadline is now super easy and convenient with GCash. All you have to do is download the GCash app and create your account. Once you’re ready to make your payment, just log in to your GCash account, go to “Pay Bills” and select “BIR” for your payment. Remember to input the details: BIR Form, Return Period, TIN, the branch code, amount, and email address. Once all details are confirmed, just press the payment button and you’re all done! Just make sure to save a screenshot of the payment. You’ll receive confirmation of payment in 3 days free of charge. “At

GMA Network’s longest-running morning show 'Unang Hirit' (UH) relaunches this summer with a bigger and stronger line-up as it continues to deliver early morning news and information as well as entertainment for viewers of all ages. Among the exciting new games is “CASHWORD” where viewers only have to guess one magic word to win P10,000 with a consolation prize of P2,000 in case a wrong answer is given. There will also be celebrity guests who will be going to different places to bring more exciting segments and games. Who doesn’t love pets? The “Ang Lu-PET!” segment will feature a variety of remarkable and talented pets. Meanwhile, UH’s news segment Unang Balita will continue to present accurate, unbiased, and credible news and information as well as live traffic updates. UH is anchored by Arnold Clavio, Susan Enriquez, Connie Sison, Ivan Mayrina, Mariz Umali, Suzi Entrata-Abrera, Lyn Ching, Love Anover, and Nathaniel Cruz. Kapuso fans should also make sure to stay tuned as ther

Leading digital solutions platform Globe has 91 tower company (towerco) sites on air since the start of the year as it continues to expand coverage to provide the best service to its customers. As of end-March, 91 towerco sites have started carrying Globe traffic, nearly 57 percent more than the 58 sites completed in the same period in 2021. These new towers are  powering 16 provinces across the country: La Union and Pangasinan in Northern Luzon; Bataan, Bulacan, Nueva Ecija, Pampanga and Tarlac in Central Luzon; Cavite, Laguna, Batangas, Rizal and Quezon in Southern Luzon; Occidental Mindoro in Mimaropa; and Davao del Norte, Davao del Sur and South Cotabato in Mindanao. Globe has been aggressively expanding its network through partnerships with several tower companies. With more towers in place, connecting communities and mobile improvements become more pervasive especially in priority coverage areas. “Our infrastructure partnerships are invaluable in our efforts to expand our reach a

USWAG Ilonggo Partylist and Mayor Jerry P. Treñas in partnership with Office of the LGBT affairs, Technical Institute of Iloilo City, Public Employment Service Office and Blue Angels held a two-week long "FREE HAIRCUT & MASSAGE" Outreach in different parts of Iloilo City last March. With 45 volunteer haircutters and 17 massage therapists from the Technical Institute of Iloilo City in Molo, more than 2,000 beneficiaries from the city's 7 districts were able to avail of these free services from March 4 to 18, 2022.

NCTzens and K-Pop fans alike have a lot to be thrilled about this month as 0917 Lifestyle, in collaboration with SM Entertainment (SME), just launched exclusive merchandise celebrating the release of NCT's “Universe” comeback album.   NCT, an acronym for Neo Culture Technology, is a popular 23-member South Korean boy band formed by SME that debuted in January 2016. The group, which won its very first Asia Artist Awards Grand Daesang in 2020, has three full-length albums to its name: Empathy (2018), Resonance (2020), and Universe (2021).   Universe is a 13-track album featuring catchy singles "Universe (Let's Play Ball)" and "Beautiful."   "Coming from the success of our EXO collaboration, as promised, we are thrilled to present our latest collection featuring NCT. NCTzens can expect exciting merchandise highlighting layouts from the group’s album, NCT 2021 Universe. Watch out, K-pop fans, because this will not be the last,” said Beng Ochoa, 0917 Lifesty

If you think your favorite e-wallet is only good for safe, real-time cashless transactions, you’re in for an amazing shopping surprise. GCash, the country’s leading mobile wallet, is offering GGives and GCredit — two empowering payment options that will enable you to shop for your essentials and pay for them later! Just look for the GCash QR code when you’re shopping in-store at any of GCash’s partners to access the newest payment options available to qualified GCash users. Shoppers can use these GCash features at your favorite supermarkets like Robinsons Supermarket and S&R Hypermarket, your go-to department stores such as Robinsons Department Store and The SM Store, and as well as specialty shops like Nike Park and Power Mac Center. You will be surprised because it’s even available at convenience stores like Ministop, drugstores like Mercury Drug and Southstar Drug, and so much more of your favorite shops! “At GCash, we stay true to our mission to empower as many Filipinos as pos

A new “traDigital” company backed by the 917Ventures Retirement Fund is set to revolutionize the Philippine entertainment industry with the launch of KROMA Entertainment Inc. KROMA brings together passionate content and experienced creators, the best talent, and innovative technology to produce fresh and engaging entertainment for the Filipino audience. KROMA offers entertainment for all across screens and formats, be it high-quality films, series, TV shows, music, digital content, or events. The company is a culmination of Globe’s years of groundwork to further enrich and future-proof the Globe Group ecosystem.  “We are excited to share KROMA with you. It’s a treasure trove of creative and innovative content that’s relevant to our audiences, featuring the country’s best creators, and talents. We are determined to forge a new path for entertainment,” says Ian Monsod, CEO of Kroma Entertainment, Inc. “Our vision is to become the leading TraDigital entertainment player in the Philippines

GMA Network once again charts new grounds for Philippine entertainment, solidifying its place as a one-stop shop for major film studios including Regal Entertainment, Inc., Viva Films, OctoArts Films, and now, Star Cinema. Earlier today, April 5, the Network hosted a historic contract signing with ABS-CBN to license some of Star Cinema’s most popular and well-loved movies. Present during the virtual event were GMA Network President and Chief Operating Officer Gilberto R. Duavit, Jr.; Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Felipe S. Yalong; GMA Network Films, Inc. President and Programming Consultant to the Chairman and CEO Atty. Annette Gozon-Valdes; First Vice President for Program Management Department Jose Mari R. Abacan; Vice President for Corporate Affairs and Communications Angel Javier-Cruz; Assistant Vice President For Program Management Department Mitzi Garcia; and Assistant Vice President for Corporate Communications Jojo Aquio. In attendance from ABS-CBN were C

MREIT, the REIT vehicle of township developer Megaworld, is set to acquire four prime, grade A, office properties in PEZA-accredited zones with a total value of P5.3-billion, ramping up the company’s portfolio value to P65-billion.  This only makes up the initial tranche of the company’s P20-billion property for shares acquisition plan for 2022. The new acquisitions will have a total gross leasable area of 44,567 square meters, which will increase the company’s asset portfolio by 16% to 325,000 square meters GLA from the current portfolio of 280,000 square meters. The property infusions include Festive Walk 1B and Two Global Center in Iloilo Business Park, and One West Campus and Five West Campus in McKinley West, Taguig City. “This will be the first time that we infuse office assets from McKinley West, one of our fastest growing townships in Metro Manila where some of the big names in the BPO industry are operating today. This township location also commands one of the highest rental

Thanks to GMA Network’s hit morning TV show  Unang Hirit (UH),  a viewer’s dream has come true: a brand-new house for her parents and siblings.   Engie Federis, a 23-year-old student who works as a house helper in Pasig, won the house in Unang Hirit’s “ Bagong Buhay, Bagong Bahay ” contest promo.  Now, Engie’s family can move out of the pig pen they’ve been living in for sixteen months, after their home in Antolon, Caramoan was destroyed by Typhoon Rolly in late 2020. PIG PEN  Typhoon Rolly was the strongest typhoon that hit the country in 2020. More than two million Filipinos were affected, including the Federis family whose home was severely ravaged. Desperate and nowhere to go, they had found shelter in their pig pen, the only nearby structure that withstood the wrath of Typhoon Rolly. The pigs’ toilet became their kitchen and the pigs’ bathing area was converted to their dining area. They sleep where the pigs used to sleep. Their livelihood of coconut farming and planting vegetab