by Penny Angeles-Tan | Aug 31, 2018 | Advocacy
Nearly 450 AXA Philippines employees recently gathered to donate their time and skills as volunteers in the company’s annual Corporate Responsibility Week, an event observed by AXA entities all over the world.
Themed “CR Week in Action,” the week-long celebration touched 2,250 lives by partnering with several non-government organizations and foundations with advocacies that focus on health, education, and the environment.
NGOs involved in CR Week in Action
Among the roster of NGOs were:
- Metrobank Foundation,
- Hands on Manila,
- Rise Against Hunger,
- Simply Share in Cebu,
- National Bookstore Foundation,
- Adarna House, Inc.,
- Manila Doctors Hospital,
- Philippine Red Cross – Rizal and Cebu Chapters,
- Make-A-Wish Foundation, and
- The University of San Carlos in Cebu City.
About Corporate Responsibility Week
“AXA’s annual Corporate Responsibility Week is part of our continuing commitment to empower communities to live better lives,” said AXA Philippines president and CEO Rahul Hora. “We thank our employees for giving their time and sharing their expertise to help our various advocacies.”
AXA Philippines President and CEO Rahul Hora together with AXA employees packed meals for the indigenous people community in Pampanga
AXA Philippines volunteers packed meals for Aeta mothers and their families in Porac, Pampanga to last six months; packed food for students of Napo Elementary School in Cebu to last three months; and 150 candles and mosquito traps for the mothers of Trece Martires, Cavite.
AXA Philippines employees gathered together as volunteers in the company’s annual Corporate Responsibility Week
- A blood drive was also held with Philippine Red Cross and Manila Doctors Hospital.
- A training session on first aid and financial literacy was conducted for mothers and children in Cebu.
- Volunteers are also set to run at the Philippine Red Cross run for a cause.
- Books are set to be delivered to the library of Napo Elementary School.
- Project Aral Kits from National Book Store will go to underprivileged students.
- Volunteers also made the wishes of kids with life-threatening illnesses come true.
To know more about AXA Philippines and the Corporate Responsibility Week, visit https://www.facebook.com/AXA.Philippines and https://www.axa.com.ph.
by Penny Angeles-Tan | Aug 30, 2018 | Beauty
Ever Bilena’s Sculpt and Strobe Stick (P225) is the newest make-up go-to for a bright and glowing, well-defined look. The 2-in-1 cream-based stick helps sculpt your face to enhance your facial structure and illuminate it for a glowing look.
The Sculpt and Strobe Stick comes in Medium for fairer skin and Deep that is best suited for darker skin tones. Also, this product is Paraben-and-cruelty-free. It is available through Lazada and major retail stores nationwide.
by Penny Angeles-Tan | Aug 28, 2018 | Beauty
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Get it in four variants for an all-day fresh and confident feeling:
- Fiery Red
- Green Horizon
- Grey Marble
- and Ultra Marine
Crafted to moisturize and cleanse your skin, Blackwater Deo Soap brings out your masculinity to keep you smelling good throughout the day.
This is available in leading supermarkets and department stores nationwide. For more information visit http://blackwater.com.ph/products/men/body/.
by Penny Angeles-Tan | Aug 25, 2018 | Technology
Gone are the days of 2G networks, hard-to-press keypads, and 3MP cameras on cell phones as flagship brands offer more advanced and user-friendly features to provide the best service for users. Marking its annual celebration of Cybermonth this August, SM has its pulse on the trends with a list of smartphone must-have features to consider when shopping for new phones!
Smartphone features
Biometrics
Biometrics are now used to lock smartphones and keep our private data safe. The most common biometric security features include fingerprint scanning, face recognition and even iris scanning. It is best to buy smartphones with a biometrics feature to ensure the security of files.
Multiple cameras
Most smartphones are already equipped with back and front cameras but there are phones with dual rear cameras emerging in the market now. Smartphones with multiple cameras are perfect for those who love to take selfies or professional-like images without the hassle of bringing heavy camera equipment every day or during travels.
Wireless charging
Many popular brands are now adapting wireless charging where users can simply place their smartphones on top of a charging block, stand or mat and leave it to charge. It’s neater, faster and hassle-free.
Voice control
This feature enables users to do tasks on their smartphones without using their hands and is best for those who drive and are always pressed for time. Through voice control, users can play music, answer calls, open apps or find files by just speaking directly to the device’s microphone.
Waterproof
It is best to get a waterproof phone to protect it from spills, humidity, rain showers and sometimes, even full immersion underwater.
Storage
256GB storage. Big storage space enables users to store more files, photos and videos and to install more apps.
Front-facing speakers
photo courtesy of phonearena.com
Speakers are important for those who watch movies and videos on their phones a lot or for those who like entertainment on-the-go.
Big-screen display
For those who like to stream videos and edit photos on their phones, it is best to get a smartphone with a screen size ranging from 5.5 to 6 inches in full HD display.
Powerful processor
Smartphone processors run web browsing, GPS, music streaming, videos, 4G connectivity and other scores of tasks performed by our phone on a daily basis. For those who use their phones often, it is best to look for devices with a powerful chipset, such as Apple’s A11 Bionic, Qualcomm SDM660 Snapdragon 660, Exynos 9810, and HiSilicon Kirin 970 among others.
Multi-window
This feature is perfect for those who like to multi-task. It enables the user to accomplish different tasks at once such as watching a move while browsing on Google or messaging a friend while video-calling another.
Smartphones continues to evolve, that is why it is exciting to shop for gadgets with the most advanced features.
As part of Cybermonth and SM’s #AweSM 60 years celebration, you can discover a wide range of mobile phones with the latest must-have features. Score amazing gadgets on August 24 to 26 as SM Supermalls treats shoppers with a fun weekend of #AweSM tech finds and deals – where you can experience 60-themed deals, such as:
- pay only 60%,
- less Php60, or
- pay only Php60,
on #AweSM items in participating stores!
Visit your favorite SM mall now, or check www.smsupermalls.com for more details.
by Penny Angeles-Tan | Aug 18, 2018 | Events
Top implant surgeons from Asia: James I-Sheng Huang from Taiwan, Sok Chenh Chhean from Cambodia and Gary Brillo from Manila were recently featured as key speakers at the 27th Philippine Academy of Implant Dentistry (PAID) Annual Convention and Induction Ceremony at the Okada Hotel Manila. Convention theme was “Honing Skills towards a Wider Horizon.”
The implant experts share their knowledge and expertise on dental implantology and the latest developments in the field. Also at the convention was PAID president Dr. Levy Louie Villaruel (seated at the center).The convention was co-presented by Straumann, the world’s leader in implant, restorative and regenerative dentistry, exclusively distributed by GT Industries in the Philippines.
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