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Cebu Pacific Mounts CSR projects to support students

Cebu Pacific (PSE: CEB), the Philippines' leading airline,  reaffirms   its commitment to social responsibility and community empowerment  through a series of  back-to-school initiative s . In collaboration with AHA! Learning Center’s Better World Tondo, CEB  brought back  "Fun for Little  Juans”   on  August 18,  2023  at  the  Manila Ocean Park  as part of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)  e ngagement .    A total of  181 children and 139 guardians from a  community sponsored  by Better World Tondo, a learning facility   dedicated to improving the lives of children, had the opportunity to enjoy a day filled with educational exhibits and entertaining shows.   In addition to  exploring the park , the kids  were also treated to snacks sponsored by Universal Robina Corporation (URC). "Experiences like 'Fun for Little Juans' promote well-rounded learning. These moments significantly contribute to a child's development, and we're thankful to Cebu Paci

GMA Integrated News embraces bigger challenge as ‘News Authority ng Filipino’

  Mas malaking misyon. Mas malawak na paglilingkod sa bayan!”   Along with the changes and challenges of this fast-paced world, GMA Integrated News embraces a greater mission to bring wider public service as the ‘News Authority ng Filipino’ introduces its new tagline:   “Mas malaking misyon, mas malawak na paglilingkod sa bayan!”   "Being the most trusted news organization in the Philippines is a great responsibility," said GMA Network Senior Vice President for Integrated News, Regional TV, and Synergy Oliver Victor B. Amoroso. “The multi-platform campaign of GMA Integrated News – ‘ Mas malaking misyon, mas malawak na paglilingkod sa bayan ’ – strengthens our commitment in pushing ‘Serbisyong Totoo’ further by embracing a bigger purpose to bring fair, balanced, and accurate news to a much broader audience as the news authority of the Filipino,” he added.   Together in one studio for the first time since the pandemic, news personalities from GMA News Manila, GMA Regional TV, G

PNP, GCash raise awareness on online investment scams

Growing wealth through investment has recently been made easier and simpler with the emergence of online trading platforms. Unfortunately, this has also resulted in the rise of unscrupulous individuals exploiting online investors. To safeguard Filipinos from falling into the hands of these fraudsters, the Philippine National Police Anti-Cybercrime Group (PNP-ACG) and the Philippines' leading mobile wallet GCash share a few guidelines on how to know if an online investment offer is a scam. “As a financially inclusive investment platform, GCash continues to give Filipinos access to online investment opportunities, but at the same time, we are also working hard to educate and give our users knowledge on how to avoid scams,” said AJ Sibal, GCash Fraud Management Head. The most basic description of such a scam is a high return on investment in just a short span of time. “Beware of these types of promises as they are too good to be true. For example, they will promise 50% profit in just

2GO capitalizes on Cagayan De Oro's vibrant economic drive

2GO, the Philippines' largest end-to-end logistics, transportation, and distribution solutions provider and a part of SM Investments Corporation, is dedicated to optimizing the movement of goods to and from Mindanao. This initiative aims to catalyze business prospects for local enterprises and corporations across the region, boosting its operations in Cagayan de Oro (CDO). Positioned as a gateway to Mindanao, Cagayan de Oro City holds a strategic economic edge being equidistant to other metropolis in the region, proving pivotal for local economic growth. With an assertive retail trade, growing manufacturing sector, robust motor vehicle industry, and an expanding service and hospitality landscape, Cagayan De Oro presents an ideal foothold for 2GO to flourish in Mindanao. Apart from being an industrial hub, cold chain requirements have bustled over the years supplying 80% of its hatching eggs supply to Metro Manila and a substantial poultry and palm oil products to Visayas.    2GO me

SM Cares, Global Peace Foundation launches Global Youth Summit 2023

  #GYS2023 delegates, volunteers, and resource speakers’ group shot during the summit held at SM MOA Music Hall SM Cares, together with the Global Peace Foundation (GPF), recently launched this year’s Global Youth Summit. The event, which marks the first of a four-leg series, was launched last August 11, 2023, Friday, at the SM Mall of Asia Music Hall in Pasay City. The Global Youth Summit is an annual gathering of thousands of students and youth leaders from all over the Philippines, where they will be given the opportunity to learn about pressing societal concerns related to the UN Sustainable Development Goals and work with each other in addressing them. Highlights of Pia Wurtzbach-Jauncey’s participation during the #GYS2023 at SM MOA Music Hall. This year, guest speakers included the Joint United Nations Programme on HIV and AIDS (UNAIDS) Goodwill Ambassador for Asia and the Pacific Pia Wurtzbach-Jauncey, who spoke on how generating awareness and fighting stigma can improve HIV pre

Public launch of GStocks PH receives green light from SEC

GCash users now have more investment options with PSE-listed firms The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has approved the public launch of AB Capital Securities, Inc.’s (ABCSI) initiative of making its online trading services accessible in the GCash App. GCash customers have already been able to grow their wealth through GFunds by allowing them to invest in various funds managed by experts for a minimum investment of as low as P50. With the launch of GStocks PH, there are more investment opportunities for GCash users as they can now choose which companies listed on the Philippine Stock Exchange (PSE) to invest in. GCash users can now invest in 280+ listed companies on the Philippine Stock Exchange (PSE) with the commercial launch of GStocks PH. Earlier this year, the SEC approved the sandbox run of the service offered in the GCash app under the GStocks PH feature. The dry run helped ABCSI ensure that its online retail trading services can provide the best possible experience to

Lights, camera, action! Lionsgate Play's August offerings promise thrills, drama, and unforgettable moments

Making plans for August? Whether you're a drama enthusiast, a thrill-seeker, or simply a lover of cinematic brilliance, Lionsgate Play has got you covered. With an impressive roster of exclusive blockbusters and engaging series at your fingertips, you're set to experience a rollercoaster of emotions right from your living room. So, gear up and get ready to immerse yourself in a world of incredible entertainment! Exclusive to Lionsgate Play Movie Premieres High Heat - Release Date: 11th August 2023 In this action-packed crime thriller, Ana (Olga Kurylenko), an ex-KGB operative turned chef, finds herself targeted by the local mafia, who are hell-bent on collecting on her husband's (Don Johnson) debt by targeting her new restaurant. Now, Ana must rely on her lethal skills as she embarks on a deadly rampage to eliminate the entire crime syndicate one by one to save her restaurant and survive the night. Two Sinners and a Mule - Release Date: 25th August 2023 After being kicked

Rediscover Hong Kong with Cebu Pacific

Cebu Pacific (PSE: CEB), the Philippine’s leading carrier, invites every Juan to book their flights and rediscover the enchanting city of Hong Kong which is a famous shopping, entertainment, and culinary destination. CEB currently flies to Hong Kong thrice daily from Manila, twice daily from Clark, and once daily from Cebu.  For those planning to visit Hong Kong, here’s a list of must-try activities that will give you a little bit of everything.  Ngong Ping 360:  Kickstart your adventure with a cable car ride on Ngong Ping 360, which connects Tung Chung and Ngong Ping on Lantau Island. Take the thrill up a notch by choosing the Crystal+ cable cars that feature floor-to-ceiling glass to fully appreciate the views of the South China Sea, mountainous terrains of Lantau Island, and a 360-degree view of the Ngong Ping Plateau. Ngong Ping Village:  Immerse yourself with the fusion of culture and nature at Ngong Ping Village with its traditional Chinese architecture, inviting tea houses, and