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DepEd integrates Smart video materials into disaster preparedness education
“Maging Laging Handa,” a series of disaster-readiness videos developed by Smart Communications (Smart), has been distributed to public elementary schools nationwide in support of the Department of Education’s (DepEd) initiative to integrate Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) in the education curriculum.
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Globe signs deal with Huawei to expand mobile network, elevate PH internet experience
Globe Telecom and Huawei Technologies have signed a 5-year partnership to further enhance and expand the telecommunication provider’s mobile network to elevate the state of Philippine Internet and strengthen its position as purveyor of Filipino digital lifestyle.
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Emperador buys Fundador, 3 other international liquor brands
Grupo Emperador Spain S.A., a company owned by Emperador, Inc., has reached an agreement with Beam Suntory to acquire the company’s Spanish brandy and sherry business in Jerez, the brandy capital of Spain.
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Music Festival livens up Guadalupe fiesta celebration
Bigger and more entertaining events highlighted by a Music Festival are in store for this year’s feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe in Cebu City. PowerUbec Productions has lined up several activities to accompany the religious celebration of the Guadalupe fiesta next month, including a music fest featuring Cebu’s top talents on December 12, 2015.
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Kimstore brings trendiest gadgets to tech-savvy Filipinos
After nine years and more than 673,000 Facebook likes, Kimstore has become an online powerhouse. Its founder, Kim Lato, describes Kimstore as one of the true pioneers of e-commerce in the country. She emphasized that her company’s growth can be attributed to its mission: To make advanced mobile electronics technologies accessible to Filipinos by providing pro-consumer products and services.
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Marco Polo Plaza Cebu offers exclusive 2016 wedding, debut packages with One Sweet Day
IF you’re tying the knot or holding your debut next year, mark November 28 on your calendar. Marco Polo Plaza Cebu will be holding One Sweet Day: A Day of Wedding & Debut Exclusives on that day.
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OFWs can start their own businesses with TackThis! and Smart Padala
Overseas Filipino workers in Hong Kong were treated to a weekend of business and entrepreneurial opportunities during the Smart Pinoy – Go Negoyso Caravan and Media Day, an event jointly-organized and presented by GoNegosyo, SmartPinoy, PLDT Global, Smart eMoney, Inc., and Voyager Innovations.
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APEC leaders get Caraboom sound amplifier made by Cebu-based furniture maker
Leaders of the Asia-Pacific Economic Conference (APEC) who will be attending the summit in the Philippines will return home with a piece of Cebuano ingenuity: the Caraboom, a non-electronic amplifier made of rattan and other indigenous Philippine materials.
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Order via foodpanda on Fridays, get a chance to win cash prizes
Customers who order a minimum of P500 in a single transaction via foodpanda every Friday from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. will get a chance to win weekly cash prizes.
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Bigger, grander Parkmall non-stop sale awaits shoppers
For the second straight year, Parkmall returns with the first and only 36-Hour Non-Stop Sale and makes it even grander. Catch hot celebrities and huge discounts of up to 80 percent in a non-stop extravaganza of shopping, dining, and entertainment that starts at 10 a.m. on November 14 and ends at 10 p.m. on November 15.
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Smart, Airbnb partner to bring personal hospitality to hosts and guests in the Philippines
Smart Communications (Smart), together with PLDT, and Voyager Innovations, recently announced a partnership with Airbnb, the world’s leading community-driven hospitality company. Together, the companies will offer a complete and convenient travel experience for Filipinos, no matter what their destination in the country and overseas.
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Travel Weekly Asia readers name AirAsia Best Low Cost Carrier
AirAsia won the Best Low Cost Carrier award at the inaugural 2015 Travel Weekly Asia Reader’s Choice Awards recently. The much-coveted award is based on votes by the leading travel trade magazine’s strong base of readers comprising seasoned travelers and industry players.
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Smart offers iPhone 6s free at Plan 2000 and iPhone 6s Plus free at Plan 2499
Smart Communications has announced its plans for the much anticipated iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus, with super-sized data offers and perks aimed at giving subscribers the “Smart Life” experience.
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Smart promotes preparedness lifestyle to children
As part of its advocacy to promote a culture of preparedness, mobile leader Smart Communications (Smart) unveiled a series of disaster-readiness educational videos especially designed for children who are most vulnerable during disasters.
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DepEd recognizes Smart as valued partner in education
The Department of Education (DepEd) recently recognized mobile leader Smart Communications for its efforts to help improve education in the country. Smart is one of DepEd’s corporate partners under the Adopt-a-School program, whose goal is to enhance the quality of public education through technology support and training, among others.
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PLDT opens Startup Studio series in Cebu, invites developers to submit tourism solutions
Leading telecoms and digital services provider PLDT, through its ICT research and development department Innolab, has partnered with IdeaSpace Foundation in inviting participants to the latest series in the Startup Studio search for the next digital solution slated to enhance the travel experience of domestic and foreign travelers alike.
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Eagles’ Nest unit owner praises convenience of condo living
More time for the family, fuel and other savings, and escaping the stress brought on by driving on congested Metro Cebu streets are just among the many benefits you get from living in a premier condominium development like Eagles’ Nest.
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Family Enterprise Excellence Conference in Cebu to tackle challenges facing family businesses
The Premier Family Business Consulting Inc. (PFBC), the only family enterprise consulting firm in Southeast Asia, is inviting family businesses, practitioners, and stakeholders to join a conference that will tackle the challenges facing family businesses.
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Governor Davide signs revised agreement for Ciudad Project
Cebu Province and Fifth Avenue Development Corp. signed an amended build, transfer and operate agreement to resuscitate the long-stalled Ciudad Project in Banilad, Cebu City.
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Globe disconnects 30,000 numbers identified as source of spam, scam messages
Globe Telecom has disconnected from service close to 30,000 prepaid numbers found to be consistent source of spam and scam text messages as the leading mobile operator continues to intensify efforts to eliminate such unsolicited and annoying messages.