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Safeguard Raises Hands for Hygiene during Global Handwashing Day

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Procter & Gamble Philippines, through Safeguard, takes Global Handwashing Day to the next level. “Itaas ang iyong mga kamay!!” (Raise your hands) The world celebrated the 8th Global Handwashing Day (GHD)  last OCTOBER 15. It was the brainchild of  the Global Private-Public Partnership for Handwashing in 2008 to increase awareness of the importance of handwashing with soap. Here in the Philippines, Procter and Gamble (P&G), through its flagship soap brand Safeguard, is not only one of the founding members of this partnership, but also continues to be a key advocate of GHD. This year was no different as Safeguard Philippines brought this annual celebration simultaneously to three major cities: Manila, Cebu and Davao. Here in Davao, me and my other blogger friends became part of the celebration as we trooped to Buhangin Central Elementary School to join the kids, parents and teachers . This year’s local theme “Linis Lusog sa Global Handwashing Day” focused […]

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Kapamilya Shows Now in High Definition (HD) on SKY Cable

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As it continues to celebrate 25 fruitful years in the Philippine cable industry this year, SKY is bringing another innovative experience into every Filipino home. SKYcable and Destiny Cable subscribers can now enjoy top-rating ABS-CBN programs in clear, crisp High Definition (HD)! ABS-CBN HD is the first and only free-TV channel to air in High Definition in the Philippines. Launched last October 3, 2015, ABS-CBN HD provides SKYcable and Destiny Cable “kapamilyas” a chance to witness their favorite shows in a fully realistic visual experience. “Bawat kislap ng mata, bawat patak ng luha, bawat tension, at bawat emosyon” will be seen, heard, and felt by every member of the family to enjoy close to real-life TV entertainment. Join talented child performer, Jana Agoncillo in “NingNing” in ABS-CBN’s noontime block. Feel the drama and the comedy in HD as NingNing faces day-to-day life challenges. Catch your favorite afternoon series with “Doble […]

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NCCC Opens 8th Choice Mart Store in Bajada

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Choice Mart by NCCC further expands its reach to loyal patrons with the opening of its 8th branch in Bajada (also known as J.P. Laurel Avenue) across Victoria Plaza mall on October 17. Choice Mart opens its doors daily from 9am-10pm, serving residents of Dona Vicenta Village, Obrero and the nearby areas. It will also provide convenience to professionals who work at Landco Building and Pryce Tower nearby. Those that are pressed for time may opt to have their groceries delivered at their doorstep through Grocer-ring. Choice Mart, a smaller format of NCCC Supermarket, is the by-word when it comes to the day-to-day consumer needs. Aside from grocery items and fresh produce, it also offers, bills payment, mobile load credits, and food selections such as Waffle Time, Adajar’s Fruitshake and Pizza Pedricos. Over the counter medicines and prescription drugs are available in HB1 Pharmacy. Former City Mayor Sara Duterte-Carpio is expected to lead the opening ceremonies at 9am followed by […]

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SKY Offers FREE SKY CHANNELS

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Good news to all SKY digital postpaid subscribers! Sky continues to give back as it celebrates 25 years this year by opening all its channels again for this month from October 9 to  18. There are  over 190 channels for your viewing pleasure including premium channels such as NBA Premium TV, Fox Movies Premium, Disney Jr., BeIn Sports 1 2 and 3, HGTV, AXN HD, and all HBO channels. With the FREE SKY CHANNELS promo, SKYcable further highlights: 1. Unbeatable Channel Line-up: Subscribers can enjoy over 190 channels for the entire family 2. Ability to add channels and packs that you like: Subscribers can choose and add channels and packs that they like. Subscribers don’t have to choose between plans and sacrifice on missing out channels that they like. SKY subscribers can just add that special channel or pack – they can call on the hotline or activate channels easily online. […]

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