Remote work is nothing new, but the Philippines saw more of it over the past two years. This happened because of countrywide suspensions of work and business operations—initially for just a couple of months but lasting for nearly a full year. Now, as the country moves to the so-called new normal, remote work appears to be here to stay, either as a standalone work model or as part of the hybrid work setup.
Globe hopes to focus on what's extraordinary in daily life with this year’s 917 #ExtraGDayEveryday, giving Filipinos access to rewarding experiences and things they missed during the prolonged lockdown due to the pandemic.
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| #BikeKaNaman with Home Credit. Through its bike merchant partners and consumer financing solutions, Home Credit has provided accessible and affordable means for more Filipinos to afford bicycles. |
Home Credit Philippines (HCPH), the lifestyle partner of every Filipino, continues to expand its consumer finance services by offering different commodities that address the changing needs of Filipinos— now with biking as one of its lifestyle priorities.
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| Kasama mo sa bawat hirap at ginhawa: These Shopee stories highlight the transformative power of e-commerce and how it changes lives. |
In the face of adversity, Filipinos have always risen above every challenge by fostering the spirit of bayanihan. This spirit of community and togetherness is what Shopee recognized and strived for when it first launched Shopee Bayanihan — its umbrella CSR arm that aims to harness the power of technology to serve its customers, sellers, partner riders, and all Filipinos across the country.
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| Families running together was an uplifting sight during the Green Run at Vermosa. |
Close to two thousand elite runners, athletes in training and running enthusiasts signed up for the Vermosa Green Run at Imus, Cavite last Sunday, July 3, heeding the call to rediscover the outdoors and support a cause.
The TOYCON PH 2022 takes centerstage on July 8 up to July 10, 2022 at Megatrade Halls, 5/F of the SM Megamall Building B. The event is organized by VLAC Event Management Inc and co-presented by Lazada and Smart Signature.
TOYCON started as a gathering of like-minded people, a collaboration of enthusiasts putting together the biggest pop culture event in the country and in South East Asia. It boasts of a cutting-edge show, which has been imitated but never duplicated.
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For TOYCON fans, it’s no secret that Voltes V holds a special place in this convention’s heart. The iconic robot has never missed a spot among the collage of colorful characters since ToyCon started. Voltes V has even become the central symbol of the show, with the huge statue in 2016 when organizers first moved the convention to SMX in Pasay City.
The fleet of Voltes V ships gracing 2017 merchandise, and TOYCON’s launch of the Tamashii Nations Super Electromagnetic Machine VOLTES V, Bandai Spirits DLX Soul of Chogokin made waves in 2020.
Voltes V takes center stage again as part of a promise made by event partner, Quiccs. Creating its trademark in 2019, the TEQ-63 is unmistakably in Voltes V style. This year, in partnership with TOEI Co. Ltd. Telesuccess, organizers are all set to finally launch it at ToyCon Ph 2022.
It’s been too long since the community of pop culture fans and collectors have come together since the pandemic. For many, this long drought without any gathering to celebrate common love for all things creative, innovative and collectible just added more excitement in this much-anticipated show. All fans and the loyal community can finally come home.
EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
- The biggest Voltes V Licensing and merchandise exhibit in collaboration with Telesuccess Productions Inc.
- Surprise Celebrity appearances (to be announced soon!)
- Funko Funatics Philippines release of exclusives and celebrity signings
- Top toy studios and designers from the region on exhibit
- TOYCON Creator’s Alley – co-organized by the Bulletpunk Network where the top Filipino toy creators meet the up and coming young upstart creators
- Artist Alley – co-organized by Komiket with some of the Philippines top comic book artist/s assembled for signing and sketching
- The TOYCON Collectors Gallery c/o the Philippine Toy Groups Association
- Toy Art and Toy Customizing competition
- ToyClick and Cosclick Photography contest
- The TOYCON Cosplay Competition and the World Cosplay Summit
- Collectors and Customizers Panel discussions
- The Pinoy Pop Culture Icon Awards
- Biggest collectibles retail floor of more than 250 booths
WHAT'S NEW THIS YEAR?
- Online selling seminars, live auctions and livestreams courtesy of Lazada
- VIP access, NFT workshops and Bulletpunk BitWars art courtesy of Smart Signature
At the heart of the Voltes V story is a tale of a family divided, of struggles suffered and surpassed, but ultimately a reunion of love. This is what ToyCon is all about. This year, it is a much-awaited homecoming, as we return to the place where it all started.
Save the date:
July 8 - 10, 2022 at the Megatrade Halls, SM Megamall Building B, Mandaluyong City.
Sponsored by:
Telesuccess Productions, MaxiCollector, Great Toys Online, Legendary Beasts Studios, EC Collectibles, Filbars, Toy Empire, Bully Boy Collectibles, and DHL.
In cooperation with:
Vans, Yori, Funko Funatic Philippines, Warner Brothers, and The Linden Suites
Media partners:
ABS-CBN, 106.7 Energy FM and FPS PH.
Event partners Anime Alliance, Ex-Link Events, Komiket, PICOF, and the Philippine Toy Group Association.
For details contact:
ToyconPh@gmail.com
toyconmarketing@gmail.com
For event details go to: www.toyconph.com or Like ToyConPh on Facebook and Twitter
Tickets are available online at SMTickets.com and the TOYCON 2022 store on Lazada.
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| PLDT Enterprise AVP and Head of Cybersecurity Business Consulting Alexis Bernardino [second to the right] joined the customer panel discussion of the Philippine leg of the 2022 Fortinet Accelerate Asia Tour. He highlighted some key important notes on cybersecurity to help businesses secure their organizations against cyberattacks. |
PLDT Enterprise, the B2B arm of the country’s largest fully integrated telecommunications provider PLDT, highlighted the significance of cybersecurity readiness amid the dramatic rise of cyberattacks to businesses over the past year.
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| The French Embassy led by French Ambassador to the Philippines Michèle Boccoz (center) held a press conference to announce the year-long program of activities to celebrate the 75th anniversary of French-Philippine diplomatic relations. She was joined by French Embassy Counselor for Cooperation and Cultural Affairs Marc Piton (left), DFA Deputy Assistant Secretary for European Affairs Rosario Lemque (2nd from left), Film Development Council of the Philippines Chairperson Liza Diño (4th from left), and Alliance française de Manille Director Xavier Leroux (5th from left) |
France and the Philippines share dynamic and diverse ties that developed throughout the two countries’ shared history. This year, both countries mark the 75th anniversary of their diplomatic relations with a stronger commitment to strengthening and expanding the franco-philippine partnership in many areas, most notably in trade and investment, defense and maritime cooperation, development, and climate action, and cultural and people-to-people exchanges.
After two years of quiet and confinement, it’s time to celebrate the green outdoors and have fun in the sun.
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| IN PHOTO [L-R]: Victor S. Genuino, ePLDT President and CEO; Albert Villa-Real, PLDT Global President and CEO; Ben Cooper, Co-founder and Chief Architect of OneQode; and Lay Khuan Soh, Head of Carrier of OneQode. |
PLDT Global and OneQode have signed a memorandum of understanding that targets to deliver the best gaming experience for the eSports industry in the Philippines.
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| Folk dancers of the Indak Guiguinteno Folkloric Group attracting guests at the Opening Ceremony of the 2022 Hybrid National Food Fair held on June 1, 2022 at the Megatrade Hall, Mandaluyong City. |
Billed as the biggest domestic trade event since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, the 2022 Hybrid National Food Fair is scheduled from June 1-5 at the Megatrade Halls of SM Megamall in Mandaluyong City.
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| Luis Manzano |
BingoPlus, the country’s first licensed online bingo game provider, has appointed popular TV host and multimedia personality Luis “Lucky” Manzano as its first celebrity endorser.
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| Mermaid Arabelle enjoying Winford's heated pool. |
A family-oriented hotel right in the heart of Manila should be next in your staycation list. If you want to play, listen to live music, dance, or even experience mermaid swimming, bring the family along to enjoy the hotel's spacious bedroom and five-star facilities offered by Winford Manila Resort and Casino.
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| ABS-CBN Head of Digital Jamie Lopez, Kroma Entertainment CEO Ian Monsod and 917Ventures Managing Director Vince Yamat mark the launch of tradigital and interactive channel PIE. |
New revolutionary TV and digital channel PIE, short for Pinoy Interactive Entertainment, is here to give the traditional viewing experience a digital upgrade starting May 23. Prepare to have the ride of your life with PIE’s exuberant jocks and be among winners of cash prizes from a total pot of P10 million by tuning in to BEAM on TV or via the PIE website.
As health and safety became a top concern amid the pandemic, Clorox Philippines, one of the country’s leading providers of cleaning and disinfecting products, collaborated with the flag carrier Philippine Airlines (PAL) to provide cleaner and safer shared spaces for travelers.
BingoPlus, an online entertainment platform of the Leisure & Resorts World Corporation (LWRC) mobilized its work force in the Visayas to bring aid and provide shelter to the most affected sectors in Typhoon Odette-stricken Cebu and Bohol provinces.
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| A festive opening for the BAGSAKAN at Glorietta, led by (L-R): Usec. Abdulgani Macatoman of the DTI-Trade Promotions Group; Dir. Marievic Bonoan of the DTI-Bureau of Domestic Trade Promotion; and Sky Gavin, WhenInManila chief operations officer. |
The DTI-Bureau of Domestic Trade Promotion, in coordination with the DTI Regional Operations Group is holding a BAGSAKAN event at the Glorietta Activity Center at Ayala Center, Makati. This 5-day selling event runs from November 26 to 30, 2021, during mall hours.
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Olympic Gold Medalist Hidilyn Diaz was a guest speaker for a group of Breast Cancer patient advocate leaders at the 2-day Patient Power Summit, which was led and organized by the ICanServe Foundation Inc.
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| Hollywood actress Charlize Theron was a special guest speaker at the Philippine Digital Convention 2021 held on October 6, 2021. |
PLDT and Smart, through its B2B arm PLDT Enterprise, have officially launched their newest digital offering called the Internet of Possibilities by PLDT and Smart which aims to open up new possibilities for Internet of Things (IoT) applications and deployment among enterprises and consumers in the country.
