Monthly Archives: July 2022

Enjoy the payday weekend with sweet offers from your favorite electronics and beauty brands, 10% off vouchers, free delivery with no minimum spend, and 100% bills cashback at Shopee’s July 30 Payday Sale!

MANILA, JULY 29, 2022 – Who doesn’t love payday weekends? Aside from having the time to relax and unwind, our replenished bank accounts allow us to reward ourselves. This July 30, Shopee is giving its users an extra special treat with up to 50% off on bestselling electronics and beauty products, 10% off vouchers, free shipping with 0 min. spend, and 100% bills cashback!

Be sure to go to Shopee this July 30 to catch exciting deals from leading brands when you watch the Shopee Budol Live: Grand Electronics Sale. Even more, you can also level up your skincare regimen with sweet deals on Shopee Beauty’s wide selection of beauty and skincare items. For more details, here’s what you can expect during Shopee’s July 30 Payday Sale:

Catch Joyce Pring and Show Suzuki give out irresistible deals at the Shopee Budol Live: Grand Electronics Sale



Need advice before buying something? Catch host and content creator Joyce Pring and radio DJ Show Suzuki as they showcase must-have tech and home appliance products on Shopee Budol Live this July 30. From 11 AM to 2 PM, watch as Joyce share tips on how to spruce up your home and tries out trending appliances from Gaabor, Deerma, and Han River. Stay tuned in as Show demos the newest mobile phones and gadgets from OPPO, Logitech, and Bavin so you’re more informed before you make that upgrade. Check out during the stream to enjoy more rewards like deals up to 50% off, discount vouchers, and up to 10,000 Shopee coins.

Pamper yourself with exclusive offers from these Shopee Beauty Luxe brands



Beauty and skincare lovers rejoice– Shopee Beauty has sweet deals and discounts just for you! Enjoy savings up to 50%, exclusive bundles and discounts as you level up your beauty regimen with the following brands: 

MANILA, Philippines – The Filipino dancing community saw an incredible display of moves and passion with every battle between the country’s best dancers last July 23rd at the Bonifacio High Street Amphitheatre during the National Finals of Red Bull Dance Your Style. Out of the Top 16 dancers, Mickey Yatar came out on top and will represent the Philippines at the World Finals.



Living up to the hype, each and every one of the 16 competitors left it all on the dance floor during the National Finals. In the end, Mickey Yatar and Carlos “Taz” Naval Jr. were the two dancers left standing. Following two intense rounds of pure skill and adaptability, Yatar won the hearts of the crowd and was crowned the champion and the representative of the Philippines.



When asked about his plans heading into the World Finals, Yatar stated, “Top of my head is consulting the Top 16 (RB DYS Finalists). They all have great ideas because some of them are my teachers and closest friends. I want to consult and gather more tips from them for my preparation.” He then expressed the intent of training more physically and dove into the importance of the body’s adaptation to new environments, such as South Africa’s climate, in order to improve his overall performance.



Mickey Yatar is set to go head-to-head with the best dancers from all around the world at the culmination of Red Bull Dance Your Style at the World Finals in Johannesburg, South Africa, sometime in December 2022.




“Just start. Just start without comparing yourself. That’s the first thing. And then the second thing is to take it slowly. Take your time and enjoy kasi marami kayo matutunan. Find people whom you can trust and will help you be open for feedback.” added Yatar in regard to inspiring the next generation of Filipinos who wants to kickstart a career in dancing.



For more updates and news about the upcoming Red Bull Dance Your Style World Finals, visit the official event website, https://www.redbull.com/danceyourstyleph, and the following social media pages: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/redbulldance | Instagram: @redbullph and @redbulldance

 Shopee, the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan, recently launched the #ShareTheConfidence campaign in partnership with Whisper and World Vision, to educate Filipinos on the importance of menstrual hygiene management. This initiative is part of Shopee Bayanihan, the company’s umbrella CSR arm that seeks to provide support for communities in need through partnerships with various humanitarian organizations. 

As part of the campaign, Whisper pledged to match and donate sanitary products for every Whisper product sold on Shopee from May 28 to June 30. Almost 130,000 young women from World Vision’s partner communities all over the Philippines benefitted from the initiative and received sanitary products through the delivery efforts of Shopee Xpress, Shopee’s logistics arm. Apart from raising awareness on proper menstrual hygiene management, the #ShareTheConfidence campaign also aimed to break the stigma around menstrual health and address the issue of period poverty in the Philippines. 

Last July 22, Shopee and its partners culminated the #ShareTheConfidence campaign with an on-site event in Laurel, Batangas to turn over Whisper sanitary pads to over 85,000 beneficiaries within the area. 

Martin Yu, Director at Shopee Philippines, shared “Everything we do at Shopee goes back to our main mission of serving the underserved through our technology. We are humbled to partner with Whisper and World Vision to empower Filipinas in need. We look forward to maximizing our platform to deliver even more meaningful initiatives that will benefit communities all over the Philippines.”

With Shopee Bayanihan, Shopee furthers its objective to make e-commerce for everyone by helping communities benefit from the power of digital transformation wherever they are in the Philippines. 

Have you gotten into the habit of watching hours and hours of live vendor streams? You’re not alone!

Pinoys have quickly come to embrace live streaming as an entertaining way to shop. It allows them to view products up close and interact with their favorite sellers in real-time. This makes the “mining” concept grow more popular among Filipino millennials and Gen Zs, where you buy products by commenting “mine” during streams.

With the Shopee Live Sulit Sale, livestream shoppers are in for a treat. Unli “mine” all day, every Friday, and enjoy exclusive deals up to 50%, free shipping with no minimum spend, and 15% off vouchers from your favorite live sellers.

Shopee users also get a chance to win cash prizes up to ₱5,000 every Friday when they watch and buy during the Shopee Live Sulit Sale . Just click on any livestream under the “Up to 50% off” tab and check out any item from participating sellers in order to earn raffle entries.

To get the most out of your livestream shopping experience, here are a few tips to keep in mind when you tune in to the Shopee Live Sulit Sale every Friday:

1. Visit Shopee Live at different times of the day.

Thousands of sellers go on Shopee Live to sell a wide assortment of products that suit your every need. Starting 10 AM every Friday, you’ll be able to find the perfect seller that can offer the best deals on anything you’re looking for. At the Shopee Live Sulit Sale, log in every hour to catch sellers who offer trending fashion accessories that can spice up your wardrobe, hottest electronic gadgets for your tech hobby or home essentials to make your living space even better. Whatever item you’re looking for, you’ll definitely find a seller for you!

2. Be part of the live community.

Watching a live selling is a unique experience that brings people closer to one another. Most viewers would feel like they’re part of a community when they get to interact with live sellers and viewers who share similar interests. With the Shopee Live Sulit Sale, you’ll feel like you’re among friends when you chat, comment and share ideas with people who are interested in the same things as you. If you’re lucky, you might just find yourself in a watch party with new buddies during the next Shopee Live Sulit Sale!

3. Get more out of your live shopping experience.

The best thing about live selling is the unbelievable bargains you get. With the Shopee Live Sulit Sale, we’re taking things to another level by offering flash deals, exclusive voucher drops, and rewards to make your live shopping experience even more sulit. To add to the excitement, the more you buy items at great deals, the more chances you have to win ₱5,000 cash every week!

Make sure to remember all these tips when you tune in to the Shopee Live Sulit Sale every Friday. Just visit the “Live” page on the Shopee app to start your livestream shopping experience!

The Filipino school system has been the same for 100 years, with children boxed into traditional classrooms and rigid class schedules. But as we’ve observed since the beginning of the pandemic, learning does not have to be restricted to the boundaries of a classroom.

Each child is unique. They differ in how much time they need to learn something, what sparks their interest, and what tools and resources work best for them. So why pigeonhole all students into one outdated learning setup? For many children, flexibility is key to helping them reach their full potential. This is exactly what APEC Schools’ SmartClass offers. An innovative e-homeschooling program, SmartClass is designed for independent, curiosity-driven learners.

Limitless learning

While the traditional setup might work for some, many students today require more breathing room to grow. As a home e-schooling program, SmartClass allows the Filipino child to learn from the comforts of their homes.



Whether they want to breeze through a lesson or to slow down for more in-depth understanding, students can go at their own pace. This way, they no longer have to adjust to their classmates’ learning needs, ensuring that they completely understand the lesson.

Instead of revolving around grades and tests, SmartClass focuses on honing problem-solving skills. Independent learners are tasked to conduct research and work on case studies across two or more subjects. This way, SmartClass students are empowered to take control of their education and develop critical thinking and creativity.

A solid support system

Aside from improving the traditional homeschooling paradigm, SmartClass also lets parents be more involved in their child’s education. Unlike most traditional homeschooling curricula where the parent is the child’s primary and only educator, SmartClass parents receive support from professional teachers, coaches, and coordinators through one-on-one consultations.



Such a support system ensures that the student is on track and that they’re inspired to learn, so parents can rest assured that they’re giving their child quality education. In fact, SmartClass has the seal of approval from Ayala Corporation and the Yuchengco Group — two formidable conglomerates that partnered to create APEC in line with their commitment to nation-building through affordable but quality education.

An adaptive, future-ready curriculum

With the advent of technological tools, children now have more access to resources that previous generations could not even imagine. Embracing the ever-changing digital world, SmartClass is an innovative learning system that’s built for the future.




As the Filipino child’s educational needs change, so too should the learning systems adapt and evolve. With SmartClass’s flexible learning, the next generation will be empowered to take control of tomorrow.

To learn more about how SmartClass can enable your child to learn without limits, watch this video.

Parents determined to enable their children’s success with adaptive learning institutions may reach APEC Schools at apecschools.edu.ph, email admissions@apecschools.edu.ph, or contact (02) 7720 2620.

We may not notice, but most of life’s little wins or challenges are spent over a cup of coffee.

While some people find coffee as a usual drink to jump start their day, keep them awake or release their happy hormones, some also find coffee a love language among people.



Inviting friends or family to drink coffee at a favorite place or at the mall, is as simple as telling them how much you enjoy their company. More than its health benefits, time spent over coffee is a unique way people get connected.



As such, SM malls in Pulilan, Marilao and Baliwag invite shoppers to slow down and ‘Reconnect over Coffee’.

Experience ‘coffee at a park’ vibe while inside the mall, and choose among top coffee brands along with some of Bulacan’s popular pastries at the aesthetic Coffee Fest located at the Mall Atrium of SM Center Pulilan and SM City Marilao as well as the ground level of SM City Baliwag.

Exhibit runs until July 31.

IT was a strong start and finish for bike enthusiasts and some of Bulacan’s notable bikers group who participated at the 8th Pulilan Bike Fest 2022 featuring XC Race competition held recently at SM Center Pulilan.

In its 8th year, the Bike Fest was divided into five categories: Women’s Open, 35 above open, All Pulilan 18 and above, All Pulilan 17 and below, and 34 and below open.

For the past years, the Municipality of Pulilan has been active in integrating cycle racing events with local tourist attractions; taking sports as a carrier to promote tourism through the annual Pulilan Bike Fest.

Marking the milestone, SM Center Pulilan has collaborated with Pulilan Local Government in staging the XC race held at the SM Center Pulilan Bike trail.

The race not only provided exciting opportunities for cycling enthusiasts but also promoted camaraderie and sportsmanship as well as tourism. With safety still on top, all participants are required to be fully vaccinated prior to entering the competition.

Witnessing a steady post Covid19 recovery, SM bares a ‘complex’ plan for the first Bulacan mall located in Marilao. With the plan afoot, SM City Marilao’s two-phase expansion and redevelopment will bring an estimated area of the mall to 165,000 sqm; making it the largest mall in the province and the Northern Gateway of the Metro.

“Driven by the modernization of transport system, this complex plan is in line with SM’s commitment to deliver outstanding customer experience while catering to the changing lifestyle of a fast growing population. It is also the brand’s way of demonstrating our ongoing drive to boost the province’s economy” shares AVP for North Luzon 5 & 6 Ana T. Datu.



Plans disclosed by SM Prime Holdings Inc. envisioned two multi-storey extension buildings that highlight the seamless connections and sophisticated integration to the North- South Commuter Railway (NSCR) and SMDC Cheers Residences.

The phase 1 expansion is slated to open on last quarter of 2023. It will feature a carefully designed lush garden that allows pedestrian to pass through the mall and the station; offering a modern, contemporary feel. This area will also be a home to various grab-and-go kiosks and concepts for on-the-go traffic. Phase 1 expansion will also house the main transport terminal and garden café as well as lush green veranda for better dining experience.

Fostering accessibility standards through better connectivity, phase 2 expansion will give direct link to the main SM Mall and SMDC Cheer Residences. Target to open on last quarter of 2024, the phase 2 expansion will feature lush green interconnection and walkway, indoor alfresco park, wide atrium, scenic elevator, new state-of-the-art SM Cinema, and a sufficient carpark space that offers at least 1,500 parking slots.

Main mall will likewise have an upgraded architectural design with Contemporary Hacienda Style ambience. A new Cyberzone will rise in the former area of SM Cinema. Refresh tenant look and renovated restrooms and delivery riders’ lounge will also complete the metropolitan look and feel.


SM City Marilao’s expansion and redevelopment plan will likewise bring a number of new features and concepts such as exciting mix of global and local retail shops, diverse set of dining establishments, and other amenities such as health and wellness and specialty stores to provide a complete, elevated lifestyle, and aesthetic experience for both shoppers and retailers alike.

Since its opening in November 28, 2003, SM City Marilao has made its mark as the First Shopping and Lifestyle Destination. It also sealed its commitment in building strong communities in Bulacan as it continually generates over a thousand of jobs and business opportunities.

Rainy days mean sweater weather, a warm cup of hot chocolate, and the need to waterproof almost anything if you’re out and about. As the rainy season comes in full swing, you’ll need more than your trusty umbrella to brave the weather.

It helps to have an e-wallet app that will help you weather life’s storms – both the literal floodwaters and heavy downpour that make it extra difficult to go places to the unanticipated happenings that drain your wallet. More than just a way of sending and receiving money, GCash is a one-stop shop that can help you fulfill your necessities and emergency expenses, while giving you extra perks and rewards.

Here are the ways you can fully utilize GCash to make the most out of your money when you need to spend, so rainy days won’t let you down:

Shop without leaving home

Shopping using your e-wallet app saves you the extra cost of going to and from different physical stores, especially as gas prices now are at an all-time high. Spend your money on important purchases instead of splurging for gas when you browse from any of the 139,000 merchants accepting GCash as a payment option. From shopping needs on Lazada, gaming credits on Codashop and food deliveries Foodpanda for deliveries, GCash has got you covered! You can also get your hands on a variety of curated items and services from lifestyle brands on the GCash app through the GLife service.

Save your energy, time and money when you shop with just a few taps, pay directly from your e-wallet and wait for your items to be delivered straight to your doorstep!

Be on the lookout for exclusive vouchers

Staying on budget while shopping online is a chore, but you get the best deals if you’re a savvy shopper. You don’t have to pay full price if you check vouchers and freebies on rewards platforms like A+ Rewards on GCash. There are flash deals and promos on stores and restaurants for as much as 85% discount, or 1-peso coupons for full-week streaming subscriptions. For Google Play promos on A+ Rewards, get P40 off for a mininum spend of P49 for Call of Duty Mobile; Mobile Legends: Bang Bang; YouTube and Google One. Keep an eye out for seasonal promos and vouchers you can use when shopping online to get more bang for your buck.

Take advantage of flexible payment options

Instead of making a one-time payment, consider paying in installment for your big-ticket items, such as gadgets and appliances, to avoid disrupting your monthly budget. Even if you don’t have a credit card, you can still take advantage of flexible payment terms through GGives when you pay using GCash. Once you activate GGives on the GCash app, you can pay in 3, 6 or 12 month terms with zero downpayment and no processing fees. Just keep using the various services in GCash to increase your GScore and be eligible for GGives!

Rainy days are here to stay for a little while, and while it brings with it unexpected expenses you may have to shell out money for, a safe, convenient and rewarding e-wallet app like GCash will make the downpour manageable. By helping you get something back each time you need to pay, GCash gives you more reasons to lighten up even as the rainy days are here. Download the GCash app on App Store or Google Play and get the most out of your hard-earned money when you #PayWith GCash!

An exceptional team with the ability to adapt different styles of gameplay, Team Zap Xavia – with members Panini, Wrensy, Supine, and Jas – won 1st Runner Up at the David’s Salon PubG Cup. They brought home not only a P15,000 cash prize, but also David’s Salon gift certificates hair and pampering services. Jas also bagged the Most Valuable Player award, with the cash prize of P5,000.

 The team has been playing together everyday for the past year and have won championships in local and international tournaments, but they knew they would be facing stiff competition. During the very first game they played, they immediately encountered teams they have played against before, and knew they were up against very strong players. They implemented brilliant strategies, and, complemented with a never-say-die attitude, bounced back on Day 2 of the Finals. “Day 1 kasi andun pa yung pressure. Kaso nung nilabas yung partial results, nasa Top 12 kami. Sobrang layo sa gusto naming placement – at least top 3,” Jas shares, “pagdating nung Day 2 nawala yung pressure, kasi naisip namin na malayo kami.” They did not expect to win, but their hard work and natural sportsmanship paid off when it was announced that they got the Top 2 placement for the entire tournament. 

Normally, female gamers face criticism from not only their fellow gamers, but even their families. Members of Zap Xavia can attest to this, as support from their parents was few and far in between. The David’s Salon Cup was a game changer for them. “Sa girls league, isa siya sa pinakamalaking tourna ng local,” shared Jas, “prestigious tournament para sa girls.” The familiarity of the David’s Salon brand also allowed their families to be open to gaming. “Pinapayagan na ako, dahil nanalo, hindi nila inexpect na makakarating sa ganito kalaking prize,” they share. Jas further explains, “kasi kilala po ang David’s Salon, so nung sinabi ko na maglalaro kami for David’s Salon, naging supportive sila.” 

To other girls who would like to get into gaming, Wrency advises to put your fierce face on, “mas maging competitive!” Jas encourages gamers, saying “kung passion mo talaga, kung may gusto ka talaga, as long as wala ka naming natatapakan, or wala ka naming name-miss sa school or deadlines, go for it.”