The NEW Subway® Italian B.M.T.™ Plus! With More Cheese & Meat!

The Casa Mamas are a group of hodophiles or people who love to travel. Take inspiration from Aliza Goco, Carmel Villongco, Gin Panlilio, Kat Maderazo, and Leona Panutat, also known as the "Casa Mamas," who recently celebrated their recent Friendsgiving with Subway!

These moms all live in the same village and see each other at mass or other community events. They've decided to carpool to and from events by living in the same community. 

They got to know one another more and found out that they've had a lot in common. They then started taking turns hosting breakfast, and the rest is history.

In this short gathering #CasaMamasxSubway, the Casa Mamas teaches us about friendships and how they can enrich our lives in so many different ways. Good friends can teach us about ourselves and challenge us to be EXTRA better. 

They celebrate your successes and stay with you through encouragement and camaraderie even as times get tough. But to maintain such friendship, people must be willing to create a safe space for discussion and listen to different perspectives. #CasaMamasLoveSubway

There's a lot to be thankful about this year, even if the pandemic has significantly disrupted our lives. So tune in and subscribe for more family, friendship, love, travel, and fashion advice by the Casa Mamas! 

The NEW Subway® Italian B.M.T.™ Plus! With More Cheese & Meat!

Friendsgiving is meant to be celebrated with the people closest to you. And nothing brings people together than great food that's loaded with more meat and cheese in Subway®'s Italian B.M.T.™ Plus! 

For a limited time only until January 18, 2022, Subway offers their Italian B.M.T.™ Plus with their ala carte prices starting from Php 165 for the 6-inch sub, Php 320 for a footlong, Php 175 for the 10-inch wrap, and Php 260 for the salad. 

Order now and enjoy everyone's favorite with more cheesy and meaty Italian B.M.T.™ Plus! This is valid for dine-in and takeout transactions. Subway® cares about your health and safety during this pandemic. This new item in the menu is available for delivery via Facebook Messenger BOTTY www.m.me/SubwayPhilippines or via GrabFood. You can also do takeout from any Subway® branch near you.

Samsung Galaxy One UI 4 Delivers an Elevated Mobile Experience Centered Around You

“We are committed to giving everyone the capability to do what they can’t through our products. With One UI 4, our customers can access the best and most seamless mobile experience across our entire ecosystem since other smartphones and tablets will also benefit from this software update.” ~Janghyun Yoon, Executive Vice President and Head of Software Platform Team at Mobile Communications Business, Samsung Electronics

Samsung Galaxy One UI 4

One UI 4 Update Delivers an Elevated Mobile Experience Centered Around You. New software update offers more customization, updated privacy settings, and more.

Samsung is committed to giving everyone the capability to do what they can’t through our products. With One UI 4, our customers can access the best and most seamless mobile experience across our entire ecosystem since other smartphones and tablets will also benefit from this software update.

Samsung launched the One UI 4 for the Galaxy S21 Series 5G. With new customization options, privacy features, and access to Samsung’s ever-expanding ecosystem, One UI 4 delivers an elevated mobile experience that puts users in control.

Your Galaxy, Your Way

One UI 4 enables users to create a customized mobile experience to meet their unique needs and express individuality. With a whole host of new Color Palettes to choose from, they can alter the look and feel of everything from the home screen to icons, menu, button, and background. 

With reimagined widgets that offer even deeper customization, it’s never been easier to put a personal stamp on the smartphone experience. Effortlessly express with a wider variety of emoji features, GIFs, and stickers available directly from the keyboard.

Samsung Galaxy One UI 4

Protect What Matters Most

There’s no privacy without strong security. That’s why with One UI 4, Samsung is brought the latest privacy and security features, so users can choose exactly what they want to share or keep private. In addition, One UI 4 made monitoring and controlling their privacy settings simple, from alerting users to when an app is attempting to access their camera or microphone to a new privacy dashboard that brings all settings and controls into one convenient place.

Samsung Galaxy One UI 4

Connecting Users to an Extended Ecosystem

One UI 4 is designed to help users get the most out of Samsung’s incredible extended ecosystem of devices and third-party apps, unlocking a more powerful mobile experience.

Samsung’s partnerships with other industry leaders like Google ensure a seamless experience when using favorite third-party apps and services. Enjoy apps like Google Duo, which provides high-quality video calls with friends and family.

Samsung Galaxy One UI 4

Whether they are using a Galaxy Z Series, Galaxy Watch4 Series, or Galaxy Tab, they will get the uniformed look and feel across their devices and will be able to sync them seamlessly.

Get the latest Galaxy Devices

Enjoy a Php 5,000 token plus Php 5,000 cashback when buying the Galaxy S21 Series 5G via straight payment with a credit card. Customers can also enjoy 50% off on the Galaxy Buds2 with every purchase. 

Head to the nearest participating Samsung Experience Stores and Authorized Stores or visit samsung.com to get yours now. These promos run until December 31, 2021, only.

Safe Samsung Shopping

Health and safety protocols are strictly followed in Samsung Experience Stores to keep consumers and employees safe. Adhering to the guidelines set by the Inter-Agency Task Force for the Management of Emerging Infectious Diseases, Samsung has limited the number of its customers to 50% capacity, implemented the mandatory use of face masks and face shields, and performs frequent sanitation in all stores. 

Samsung Experience Stores also has unique QR health declaration codes to promote a safe and contactless contact tracing process. Product demonstrations are done side-by-side instead of face-to-face while keeping the required safe distance of one (1) meter to make sure everyone is socially distanced.  

To find the nearest Samsung Experience Store, visit samsung.com/ph/samsung-experience-store/locations.

About Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.

Samsung inspires the world and shapes the future with transformative ideas and technologies. The company is redefining the worlds of TVs, smartphones, wearable devices, tablets, digital appliances, network systems, and memory, system LSI and LED solutions. For the latest news, please visit the Samsung Newsroom at http://news.samsung.com.

Meet & Greet with The Swedish dream pop band Joe & The Anchor

“Leaving You Now has been with us for a long time. We’ve all been in that situation, when the first real love of your life turns into your first heartbreak. We tried to really capture that feeling when we wrote this song” ~Joe & The Anchor

Joe & The Anchor

Indie-pop band Joe & The Anchor started out as an indie rock band in 2014, releasing several albums and singles. In 2018 they decided to start over and switch gears to writing contemporary pop music. With a strong visual style and modern production, Joe & The Anchor delivers energetic guitar-driven pop, defining themselves as a promising act on the Swedish pop scene.

Joe & The Anchor

Joe & The Anchor release new piano ballad ‘Leaving You Now’ - an emotional break-up song about experiencing first love, to grow apart and realizing there is nothing left in the relationship worth fighting for. The singer Joakim's powerful yet emotional voice goes straight to the heart.

V1:

Why Am I, Still Caving In

Why Can’t I, Get Rid Of It,

Our Long Nights I’m Thinking About You,

Maybe If, I Didn’t Know,

Just How Much It Hurts To Go,

I Could Have Put This Behind Me

 

Chorus:

Cause Baby I Don’t Know What To Say,

Cause I Know I’m Losing Any Way,

But I’m Just So Tired Of, This Enemy Inside,

So Darling, I’m Leaving You Now

 

V2:

Why Am I, Back Here Again

Why Can’t I, Just Let Her In,

My Long Nights Without You Beside Me, Oh No

Why Can’t I, Make Up My Mind,

Always Leaving You Behind,

Still I Keep Thinking About You

 

Chorus:

Cause Baby I Don’t Know What To Say,

Cause I Know I’m Losing Any Way,

But I’m Just So Tired Of, This Enemy Inside,

So Darling, I’m Leaving You Now

 

Cause Baby I Don’t Know What To Say,

Cause I Know I’ll Lose You Any Way,

But I’m Just So Tired Of, This Enemy Inside,

So Darling, I’m Leaving You Now

 

Darling, I’m Leaving You Now

 

Darling, 

I’m Leaving

You Now

The single is the second one from their upcoming album ‘Coming of Age’ which explores the feelings of growing up, the fragility of life, love, and taking things for granted. Following a difficult few month when the band members had to experience the harsh reality of loss, Joe & The Anchor decided to process the events through music.

In addition to their musical expression, they attach great importance to their visual style, making all the material themselves.

For inquiries please contact joeandtheanchor.ph@gmail.com.

Joe & The Anchor

Joe & The Anchor Social Media Accounts

Youtube:

https://www.youtube.com/c/JoeTheAnchor

Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/Joeandtheanchor

https://www.facebook.com/joeandtheanchorphilippines

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/joeandtheanchor/

https://www.instagram.com/joeandtheanchorph/?hl=en

Spotify:

https://open.spotify.com/album/7F2F0XCtbNTLFbJpNoVd01

Apple Music:

https://music.apple.com/us/artist/joe-the-anchor/742094182

Beautiful and Scenic Locations in Vancouver

There are so many beautiful and scenic locations calling Vancouver home that it’s impossible to list them all. Here you’ll find a brief overview of some of our favourite places to visit. 

Queen Elizabeth Park

Queen Elizabeth Park
Photo Credits: https://photography-olga.blogspot.com/

Named for Queen Elizabeth during her visit to Vancouver in 1939, the park is located on top of Little Mountain, which also happens to be the highest point in the city. The park features lush greenery from a variety of trees and gardens, art and sculptures, along with magnificent fountains among other attractions. Stroll through the park on any given day and you’ll also find plenty of activities to do. These include a disc golf course, pitch and putt golf course, tennis courts, lawn bowling, Tai Chi, and trails for running. 

Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden

Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden
Photo Credits: https://www.vancouverinbc.com/

This Ming Dynasty-style garden-home is both a registered museum and one of the top tourist attractions in the city. The garden features a variety of cultural and educational programs, guided tours, exhibitions, and festivals for visitors of all ages. This one-of-a-kind garden has received multiple awards and honours over the years, including being recognized as one of Vancouver Heritage Foundation’s “Places That Matter.” Other noteworthy achievements include being named World’s Top City Garden by National Geographic in 2011 and being voted Canadian Garden of the Year by the Canadian Garden Tourism Council in 2012.

Stanley Park

Stanley Park
Photo Credits: https://www.planetware.com/

Vancouver’s first and largest urban park is a treasure trove of wonderful sights and delightful experiences. From different points within the park you’ll see majestic water views, beaches, mountains, and of course Vancouver’s skyline. Spend the morning exploring Stanley Park by walking or biking its famous Seawall. In the afternoon, visit the totem poles of Brockton Point or get tickets for the Vancouver Aquarium. Finish your day at a local restaurant and then go for a walk along one of the many park beaches. 

Vancouver residents pride themselves in the splendor of Stanley Park. If you would like to have Stanley Park in your backyard, find homes for sale in Vancouver that are right for you and your family. 

Grouse Mountain

Grouse Mountain
Photo Credits: https://www.yatra.com/

Whether you’re visiting in the warmer months or the colder months, Grouse Mountain offers breathtaking views, activities, and plenty of reasons to stay just a bit longer. Take in the full beauty of the mountain by riding the gondola to the summit or choose any of the hiking trails to experience the wilderness up close. If you’re an avid hiker then you’ll absolutely want to hike the Grouse Grind, which has been nicknamed Mother Nature’s StairMaster. The mountain is home to all kinds of wildlife, including resident grizzly bears Grinder and Coola. In the colder months, the mountain is home to all types of fun in the snow, such as skiing, snowboarding, snowmobiling, snowshoeing, and outdoor ice skating. 

Capilano Suspension Bridge

Capilano Suspension Bridge
Photo Credits: https://www.ourworldstuff.com/

Originally constructed in 1889 from cedar planks and hemp rope, the bridge was later rebuilt as it became a high-traffic tourist attraction. Millions of visitors have crossed the Capilano Suspension Bridge over the years, basking in the sights and sounds of nature 70 meters above the river. Other attractions include the Cliffwalk, treetop adventures, Raptors Ridge, and the Kia’Palano educational program highlighting British Columbia’s First Nations people. 

It goes without saying that these beautiful and scenic locations of Vancouver can’t possibly be experienced in a short visit. Thankfully, the good people of Vancouver invite their visitors to stay as long as necessary to fully experience their wonderful city. 

Malasakit in action: Mega Global on running Mega Bigay Sustansya’s third year nationwide

“Our food products are considered to be one of Filipinos’ staple foods. As such, we recognize our role in providing affordable, accessible and nutrition-filled meals to communities, especially those who need them the most. Our MBS program was created not only to give them proper nutrition during the program, but also provide them opportunities to sustain it through our leave-behind materials that will help parents provide nutritious meals to their family that is abot-kaya.” ~Marvin Tiu Lim, Chief Growth and Development Officer of Mega Global

In partnership with Reach Out Feed Philippines, Mega Global Corporation expanded its CSR program Mega Bigay Sustansya to 15 communities across Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao. The feeding program benefited 881 children nationwide.

Recognizing its role in nation-building as one of the country’s providers of food staples and honoring its malasakit core value, Mega Global, who initially launched the third year of its Mega Bigay Sustansya (MBS) program in July 2021, continues to boost the nutrition of children nationwide as the program has now served a total of 66,694 meals to 881 children in 15 communities across Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao. 

The program, which was mounted in partnership with Reach Out Feed Philippines, aimed to support children in six provinces for 60 days. The feeding program will run until November 2021 and will benefit a total of 881 children ages 4-12 through house-to-house delivery of meals every day. The daily meals provided included at least one sardine meal, made using Mega Global’s nutrient-packed high quality sardines.

Initial evaluation of the kids show that 79 percent of the beneficiaries have gained a minimum of one kilo up to five kilos after 36 feeding days. These kids are the ones who are religiously present during feeding days, and the ones who are being consistently supported by their parents by getting the meals for the kids and motivating them to finish them.

Children ages 4-12 are given house-to-house delivery of meals every day. Upon evaluating the children, results showed that 79 percent of the beneficiaries have gained a minimum of one kilo up to five kilos after 36 feeding days. 

Apart from Mega Global and ROFP, the barangay officials and dedicated volunteers of the communities play a big role in the implementation of the project. The barangay officials ensure that the manpower for the program is enough, and that they remain safe during the distribution. As for the volunteers, they dedicate themselves to creating delicious meals such as Sardines Lumpia, Miswa with Sardines, Tortang Sardines, etc., everyday, rain or shine.

With malasakit as its core value, Mega Global has initially launched the Mega Bigay Sustansya (MBS) program in 2019 to help children fight malnutrition. Now in its third year, a bigger vision was set to impact more and more Filipinos. The program continues to positively impact the lives of children nationwide through longer program duration and wider reach nationwide. Taking into account the sustainability of the program and its beneficiaries' improved conditions, Mega Global has partnered with Adarna House to produce a recipe workbook that families can use as reference when choosing affordable but nutritious food. 

Mega Global hopes to continue its Mega Bigay Sustansya program in the years to come, reaching more and more Filipinos in need, and spreading the gift of nutrition one can of sardines at a time. 

UnionBank attributes DX success, innovation in part to BSP's openness

"A lot of people claim that if you're in a heavily regulated industry, you won't be able to become agile. Worse, the regulators may stand in the way. Strangely enough, they're the ones encouraging us to innovate. I think regulation would normally be the blocker, but fortunately enough, the BSP has created a sandbox for experimentation, like UnionBank's API platform, and open finance experiments. Prior to the pandemic, the BSP already pushed for the NRPS. It was actually the BSP who was saying, 'hey, we should go to digital payments.' There was some resistance in the industry, but UnionBank signed up for it early. Now, BSP is looking into how to create a responsible regulatory framework for digital currency. During the pandemic, we had to send out a new product that will allow us to launch an app that will enable our customers to cash out in 11,000 counters nationwide. And the framework for us to execute that, as well as the product approval -- we got that covered in a matter of two weeks. We apologized to the BSP team because we had to work with them over the weekend, up to 11 in the evening. So, talk about a regulator who's responsive to the times. Fortunately, our regulators don't stand in the way of moving quickly towards the goal of a more digitized financial industry." ~Henry Aguda, Senior Executive Vice President, the Bank’s Chief Technology & Operations Officer and Chief Transformation Officer

UnionBank attributes its success in digital transformation and innovation in part to the openness of the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP), which has been opening an environment that is conducive to thinking outside of the box.

Embracing digital transformation early on, Union Bank of the Philippines (UnionBank) continues to blaze the trail and excite customers with innovative solutions driven by technology and co-creation. Henry Aguda, Senior Executive Vice President, the Bank’s Chief Technology & Operations Officer and Chief Transformation Officer, cites how enabling and essential it is to have your regulator’s support.

Another example is the BSP's push for digital payments. It was in late 2017 when the banking regulator launched the National Retail Payment System (NRPS), providing the framework for the modernization of retail payments in the country.

Aguda also mentioned a UnionBank experience with the BSP, reflecting its openness to innovation and willingness to collaborate despite tight timelines, with the customers’ benefit in mind. 

DITO Loaded Ang Pasko: Get a chance to win thousands of prizes daily with DITO’s Holiday promo

For newest telco player DITO Telecommunity, there’s no better time than Christmas to demonstrate the company’s love for their subscribers. 

Any celebration will not be complete without gift-giving that is why as part of DITO’s long list of Christmas initiatives, DITO invites everyone to join the DITO Loaded Ang Pasko promo. From December 6, 2021 – January 15, 2022, participants can win from thousands of daily prizes simply by purchasing DITO’s sulit SIM packs and OTT subscription packs.

For every DITO transaction, subscribers will automatically earn raffle entries to join the promo. Each transaction has a corresponding number of entries: 

• SIM Activation = 3 raffle entries
• DITO 39 promo subscription = 1 raffle entry
• DITO 99 promo subscription = 3 raffle entries
• DITO 199 promo subscription = 7 raffle entries
• DITO App first log-in = 3 raffle entries
• Vivamax 1-month subscription = 2 raffle entries
• WeTV 1-month subscription = 2 raffle entries

After every qualified transaction, you will receive an SMS to confirm your earned raffle entry. Daily raffle draws will be held on DITO’s promo miscrosite LoadedKaDITO.ph starting December 7, 2021.   

DITO’s Christmas Raffle is surely loaded since participants can win multiple times as long as they have raffle entries. Thousands of DITO high-speed data freebies, Shopee and Lazada shopping vouchers, Vivamax and WeTV streaming subscriptions, and Samsung smartphones will be given away to lucky subscribers daily! 

Those with non-winning raffle entries need not worry since these will still be converted to DITO rewards points. For more information on the promo schedule and daily draws, please check out @DITOPhOfficial on social media and visit LoadedKaDITO.ph.  

Promo runs from December 6, 2021 to January 15, 2022.

Per DTI Fair Trade Permit No. FTEB-133067 Series of 2021.

From exceptional service to value-for-money promos, DITO makes sure to cover all the bases this Holiday season to express #MahalKaNaminDITO to the Filipino telecommunities they serve.