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In a show of unwavering support for Filipino athletes, Aice, the beloved ice cream brand known for its delicious and affordable treats, joined President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., Philippine Olympic President Bambol Tolentino and other key officials at the official send-off event for the Philippine Olympic team bound for Paris 2024.

Marking a momentous occasion – the Philippines’ 100th year of participation in the Olympic Games – Aice added a touch of sweetness to the celebration, providing over 400 refreshing ice cream treats, including fan favorites like Chocolate Crispy and Mochi, to fuel the athletes and guests with a taste of home. As a special send-off gift, Aice also surprised the athletes with stylish Aice scarves, ensuring they carry a sense of pride as they journey to victory.

“We at Aice take full pride in supporting the Philippine team, especially during this historic 100th year of participation in the Olympics,” shared Shereene Yu, Brand Manager at Aice Ice Cream Philippines. “Aice, like the Olympic athletes, embodies perseverance and excellence, bringing happiness to Filipinos through delicious and accessible products.”

As a support to the overall Philippine sports, PH Paralympians were also provided scarves

Esteemed guests savor Aice’s best selling product – Chocolate Crispy ice cream

PH Olympian Carlos Yulo enjoying Aice’s beloved mochi ice cream

This partnership signifies more than just a sweet treat; it represents Aice’s deep commitment to promoting a healthy and active lifestyle among Filipinos. Since its inception, Aice has championed this mission by offering delicious, healthy, stylish, and affordable ice cream products that cater to the vibrant Filipino palate.

Aice’s partnership with the Philippine Olympic Committee will continue throughout the Paris 2024 Olympics under the theme #RuntoParisCheerforPhilippineOlympians. Aice will launch various initiatives to encourage Filipinos to embrace healthy activities and rally behind our athletes as they strive for greatness on the world stage.

To know more about Aice’s partnership with the Philippine Olympic Committee and additional initiatives, visit https://www.facebook.com/AicePhilippinesOfficial.

LABAN PILIPINAS!

 

Food becomes even more enjoyable and meaningful when it’s prepared with compassion and support for others. This is the aim of Kenny Rogers Roasters as it held its third Farmvocacy Program. Rooted on its message, “Eat Healthy, Help Greatly,” the program fosters a farm-to-table approach where every purchase of Kenny Rogers Roasters’ selected menu item provides support to local farmers.

On its third year, the program selected its well-loved Chimichurri Roast, whose ingredients are sourced locally, as the featured dish. Early this year, customers who ordered the Chimichurri Roast Solo Plate, through dine-in, takeout or delivery, also helped Kenny Rogers support Urban Farmers PH – an organization that nurtures unused public spaces, inviting people to discover that farming is enjoyable, doable, and transferrable. For every purchase of Chimichurri Roast, a portion was donated to Urban Farmers PH.

Through the Farmvocacy Program, the roast chicken restaurant chain has accumulated a total of P300,000. The proceeds donated to Urban Farmers PH were used to support the Taguig Integrated School and Barrio Obrero Elementary School, providing essential resources for their plant beds, seedling nurseries, and technical training in urban farming. Through these initiatives, Urban Farmers PH is instilling the value and appreciation for agriculture among young urban dwellers while fostering healthy eating.

This support aims to further strengthen the momentum of urban farming in the Philippines. Even with challenges like limited space and access to resources, the program helped urban farming in the country thrive, offering a promising means for sustainable urban development and improved food access.

Kenny Rogers Roasters’ dedication to helping local farmers through the Farmvocacy Program shows its commitment to support local communities and to help improve food security while pushing for environmental sustainability, community resilience, and economic development.

So far, the Farmvocacy Program has already provided support to various local farming organizations, most recently with Samahang Magmamanga ng Zambales Inc.

For more updates, follow Kenny Rogers Roasters’ official social media pages: @KennyRogersPH on Facebook, @kennyrogersph on Instagram and Youtube (https://www.youtube.com/c/KennyRogersRoasters).

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Filipinos discover the power of breathwork and meditation with world-renowned spiritual leader and ambassador of peace Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar

An audience of over 1,300 people from all backgrounds was captivated by the joy and wisdom of Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, world renowned humanitarian, spiritual leader and ambassador of peace, at a public talk held at The Fifth at Rockwell, Powerplant Mall, Makati. Organized by Art of Living Philippines and the International Association for Human Values (IAHV), the event gathered spiritual enthusiasts, government leaders, peacebuilders, influencers, and a diverse mix of people to highlight the importance of finding inner peace and joy during these trying times.

The event was graced by the Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) Gen. Romeo Brawner, Jr., Secretary Benhur Abalos, Jr. of the Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG), Secretary Jaime Bautista of the Department of Transportation (DOT), AFP Deputy Chief of Staff for Civil Military Operations Maj. Gen. Arvin Lagamon, and His Excellency Ahmed Abdallah Ibrahim Hafez, Ambassador of the Arab Republic of Egypt.

During his talk, Gurudev shared how meditation gives people access to their own happiness and well-being while finding inner peace. He said, “To access this treasure we need to begin by focusing inwardly and for this we need some training. Meditation is this training. As we meditate more, we gain confidence in our innate basic goodness and well-being. This unlocks our potential and gives our lives tremendous meaning.”

In the face of adversity, Gurudev also said that meditation not only opens a gateway to compassion but also connects people deeply with themselves and others.

“As a child when we cried it would not take much time before we smiled again. As adults however, when we cry it could take months and sometimes years before we can smile again. We have not learned how to manage our own mind. The secret to managing our mind and emotions lies in the breath,” Gurudev explained. This is what the Art of Living and IAHV teach people to do through their programs and initiatives.

Earlier in the week, upon his arrival in Manila, Gurudev was welcomed by the First Lady Liza Marcos at a dinner reception at the Goldenberg Mansion, Malacañang Palace. They spoke on the benefits of meditation and the need for meditation centers in the metropolis.

Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar also gave a highly impactful keynote address at the Asian Development Bank (ADB) entitled “Mental Health and Well-Being: Strengthening Resilience for Individuals, Societies and Nations”, where he talked about staff physical and mental well-being and how these considerations can be woven into ADB’s development projects.

Later that day, Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar held a closed-door meeting with key stakeholders working on peacebuilding and conflict resolution, including key officials from the AFP and the Philippines Government, as mentioned earlier, and representatives from the United Nations, Z Group, non-governmental organizations, and the private sector.

Through a myriad of programs and teachings conducted by Art of Living and IAHV, Gurudev has reached and touched the lives of almost 450 million people in 180 countries – including 15,000 Filipinos – empowering and equipping people to tackle challenges at the individual, societal, national, and global levels.

The cornerstone of Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar’s teachings is the Sudarshan Kriya (SKY) – a simple but powerful breathing technique that has been demonstrated in over 100 independent peer-reviewed scientific studies to significantly reduce depression, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress; boost immunity; improve sleep; and increase life satisfaction; among other benefits.

Recognized for his significant global contributions, Gurudev has to date received 26 honorary doctorates and 55 government honors, including the highest civilian awards of Colombia, Mongolia, Paraguay, and Suriname. Twenty-nine days have been named after him in various cities and states across the USA and Canada.

Gurudev continues to help a growing number of Filipinos foster deep and profound inner peace, happiness, and well-being through numerous educational and self-development programs offered by Art of Living and IAHV.

Platinum sponsors of the event were Standard Insurance and Wings Publication International.

For more information about the organizations programs, visit www.artofliving.org and www.iahv-philippines.org

On the last day of International Women’s Month, Dove proudly unveiled a bold campaign aimed at eradicating the stigma surrounding women’s underarms, commonly referred to as “kili-kili,” in the Philippines.

Underarm shaming has long been a prevalent issue affecting women’s confidence and self-esteem across various cultures, including the Philippines. Societal standards and unrealistic beauty ideals have often led to the stigmatization of natural underarm features, perpetuating feelings of shame and insecurity among women. Research indicates that 8 out of 10 Filipino women refrain from raising their arms due to feelings of insecurity.

With a legacy dating back to 2004, Dove has been a trailblazer in reshaping beauty standards and uplifting women worldwide. From its iconic Beauty Bar to its ongoing campaigns, Dove has consistently advocated for real beauty and inclusivity. This dedication to portraying women truthfully and fostering body confidence is evident in initiatives like the ‘Dove Real Beauty Pledge’ and the Dove Self-Esteem Project.

Recognizing the urgency of addressing this pervasive issue, Dove launches an integrated campaign celebrating moments when women bravely raised their arms for change, leaving an enduring impact on their communities and society. The campaign, displayed through outdoor posters and across digital and social media platforms with the hashtag #freethepits, extends an invitation to Pinays of all ages to join the movement to be kili-kili proud.

Bianca Cancellara, Global Vice President Dove Deodorant., states, “We firmly believe that every woman deserves to exude confidence and empowerment in her own skin. Our campaign transcends societal norms, empowering women to #FreeThePits and refuse to let underarm anxiety hinder their potential. What better occasion to catalyze this movement than International Women’s Month?”

“We are immensely optimistic about the transformative impact of this campaign on women throughout the Philippines,” adds Ann Esteves, Philippines Business Lead for Personal Care

Unilever. “Through collective action, we possess the power to challenge harmful stereotypes and foster a more inclusive society where every woman feels esteemed and embraced.”

So you’ve done a flawless make-up look and you’re ready to face the day. Of course, with the humid Philippine weather, the last thing you want is to keep re-touching your make-up just to make sure your makeup will stay on the whole day.

Careline offers the perfect solution to lock in your look with the Careline Bubble Town Spray (P325) – the brand’s newest setting spray from its Spongebob Squarepants collaboration, which ensures that you look fresh all day with make-up on. 

It contains nourishing skincare actives such as Snow Mushroom extract and Aloe Vera extract to lock in your make-up with a moisturized satin-finish glow. Best of all, it’s very easy to apply. Simply shake the Bubble Town Spray and then spray in both ‘X’ and ‘T’ motion at least 6 to 8 inches away from the face. 

So keep your make-up looking fresh and in place with the Careline Bubble Town Spray, available in physical stores: Watsons, SM Department Stores, and other leading stores nationwide or online on Shopee, Lazada, and TikTok.

For more updates, visit and like Careline on Facebook (@CarelineCosmetics), Instagram (@carelineph), and TikTok (tiktok.com/@carelineph). 

The Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2024 was held on February 26 in Barcelona, Spain. At the event, Huawei showcased a lineup of high-end, fashion-forward, and technology-driven flagship products that attracted the attention of guests, notably the HUAWEI Mate 60 RS ULTIMATE DESIGN, HUAWEI FreeClip, and HUAWEI WATCH GT 4. Huawei’s booth was divided into ULTIMATE DESIGN, Fashion Forward, XMAGE, Creation of Beauty, and Fitness & Health scenario-based experience zones, which demonstrated how Huawei’s solutions have infused daily life with new technologies and enriching scenario-based experiences. While continuing to invest in technology innovation, Huawei is committed to making further breakthroughs and building rich and personalized lifestyles for global consumers.

“Huawei will continue to cement its position as a global high-end, fashion-forward, and technology-driven brand”, said Kevin Ho, COO of the Huawei Consumer Business Group, “In 2024, we will continue to increase R&D investments in smart devices, fitness & health, and digital creation. These efforts will make innovative products and services more accessible to users worldwide, and create cutting-edge, pioneering, and personalized lifestyles for consumers.”

Steady Huawei CBG business growth cements its position in the high-end market

Over the past year, Huawei CBG had made strides. It managed to make breakthroughs in the global high-end wearable, audio, tablet, PC, and phone markets, by releasing an intriguing lineup of high-end, fashion-forward, and technology-driven products. Huawei has held flagship product launch events in Europe, the Middle East and Africa, Latin America, and Asia Pacific, demonstrating the company’s commitment to growing its global presence as a high-end brand.

Flagship smartphones released in 2023 included the HUAWEI Mate 60 Series and HUAWEI Mate X5, both of which helped make Huawei a major player in the high-end market and proved Huawei’s industry-leading technical strength to the whole world. Huawei also unveiled ULTIMATE DESIGN, a new ultra-high-end brand that offers distinctive aesthetics, craftsmanship, and technological innovations, to make Huawei stand out from the crowd. According to Counterpoint Research’s latest report, Huawei gained 5% of market share in the global high-end smartphone market in 2023, ranking third among all brands. In the first two weeks of 2024, Huawei ranked first in the Chinese market with the largest smartphone sales volume. By the end of 2023, global shipments of Huawei smart wearables exceeded 150 million, and Huawei has ranked first in China’s smart watch market for five consecutive years. The HUAWEI Health App has a user base of over 450 million. By 2023, a decade after the launch of its first tablet, Huawei had shipped over 100 million tablets.

Creating a new aesthetic paradigm with high-end designs

Huawei’s “Fashion Forward” scenario-based exhibition zone at MWC drew acclaim, and showcased Huawei’s emphasis on building a high-end fashion-forward brand. In 2023, Huawei unveiled its “Fashion Forward” campaign, with the goal of creating trendy and healthy lifestyles for consumers. While investing heavily in R&D, Huawei is committed to developing new design paradigms for each new product and leading the industry fashion trend.

Huawei is dedicated to providing high-end, fashion-forward, and technology-driven products and experiences to consumers through the use of premium materials, unique design language, and advanced manufacturing techniques. While developing HUAWEI Mate 60 RS ULTIMATE DESIGN, R&D personnel added rare earth elements to the red ceramics sintering process for the first time. Each phone undergoes 1400°C calcining and is subject to more than 50 processes during the 60-day manufacturing period, all of which are crucial to creating the vibrant red body. HUAWEI WATCH ULTIMATE DESIGN is Huawei’s first-ever gold smartwatch. It features 18K gold and Zirconium-based Liquid metal. HUAWEI FreeClip is Huawei’s first earbuds that come with the C-bridge Design. This design is durable and stable, bringing a breathable wearing experience and giving the earbuds a refreshingly original look and feel as well. HUAWEI WATCH GT 4 comes in an octagonal form, showcasing every intricate detail on the surface.

Up to now, Huawei has set up Aesthetics Research Centers in Paris, Milan, and London, to gain insight into the design and aesthetic trends of different cultures, draw from a diverse range of traditions, and incorporate design elements from both East and West. The Aesthetics Research Centers serve as the global platforms that fuel the continuous advancement of technologies and design, providing unique and unprecedented aesthetic experience to consumers.

Cutting-edge smart wearables provide comprehensive and precise health management

Huawei’s Fitness & Health scenario-based exhibition zone also attracted the gaze of the attending guests. Smart wearables is one of the most crucial sectors in Huawei CBG global business. In 2023, Huawei launched a lineup of flagship smart wearables, including HUAWEI WATCH Ultimate, the first daily smart watch to support two-way BeiDou satellite messaging, HUAWEI WATCH 4, which unveiled the all-new Health Glance feature, HUAWEI WATCH GT 4 which came with brand-new Activity Rings and the Stay Fit App, and HUAWEI WATCH ULTIMATE DESIGN, the first gold-plated smart watch ever made. Huawei has made continuous breakthroughs and innovations in cutting-edge technologies, ultimate aesthetics, health management, and science-based workouts, which have been fully recognized by global consumers. Three months after its launch, global shipments of HUAWEI WATCH GT 4 totaled over 2.5 million units, making HUAWEI WATCH GT 4 Huawei’s best-selling smart watch.

Having delved deep into the smart wearable industry for over a decade, Huawei has developed its own TruSeen™ vital sign monitoring technology, which has been upgraded five generations within eight years. This technology positions Huawei as a major player in the smart wearable industry. Huawei has filed over 800 smart wearable patent applications, ranking high in terms of R&D investment and number of patents in the fitness & health field. In October 2023, Huawei unveiled its third Health Lab — Huawei Finland Health Lab. The company has also built over 10 global R&D centers, accelerating the global layout of professional research in the wearable field. Huawei will continue to lead the way in introducing groundbreaking fitness & health services, and making scientific smart solutions accessible to all.

Huawei smart wearables will further gain insight into consumers’ core health pain points, increase R&D investment, and continuously make breakthroughs to benefit global consumers. In 2024, Huawei will prioritize three industry challenges: sleep, blood pressure, and mental health management. Through these efforts, Huawei will offer more accurate, convenient, and comprehensive health management solutions for global consumers.

Digital creation that witnesses the Creation of Beauty

HUAWEI MatePad Pro 13.2″, Huawei’s latest flagship tablet, and a myriad of works created by global creators using the tablet drew intense interest at MWC 2024. The tablet was launched in 2023 as the first tablet to support NearLink technology, marking the tenth year of Huawei tablets. It is also the thinnest tablet that’s ever been made with the narrowest bezels and highest screen-to-body ratio. It works seamlessly with HUAWEI M-Pencil (3rd generation), the first stylus to support 10,000+ pressure sensing levels, resulting in an unprecedented digital creation experience. Huawei’s global GoPaint Activity in 2023 invited digital creators to showcase works made on Huawei tablets. By developing cutting-edge tablet capabilities, Huawei aims to make the joy of creation more accessible to all, so that everyone can better express themselves.

At the event, Huawei noted that it will continue to increase its investment in digital creation in 2024 by prioritizing PaperMatte Display and NearLink technology, to provide consumers with more enhanced digital creation experiences. The GoPaint Activity hosted by Huawei will also witness an upgrade to cover more countries and regions, making it a genuine global force in the digital art community.

Huawei’s achievements in mobile imaging are no less noteworthy, with the launch of the XMAGE brand, which encompasses every aspect from optical systems to imaging technology and image processing. In 2023, Huawei’s flagship products, like HUAWEI Mate 60 Series, HUAWEI Mate X5, and HUAWEI P60 Series, came equipped with XMAGE capabilities, to provide users with a brand-new mobile photography experience. HUAWEI XMAGE Awards in 2023 saw over 600,000+ submissions from nearly 100 countries/regions. It aims to inspire users to capture and share the beauty in their midst, express their emotions, and showcase the power of smartphone photography.

Huawei’s showcase at MWC 2024 demonstrated the company’s commitment to the global high-end market. 2024 will be a critical year, as Huawei will break through boundaries and make high-end, fashion-forward, and technology-driven products, services, and experiences more accessible to users worldwide, with increased R&D investment in innovative technologies, thus setting a benchmark for the industry.

About Huawei Consumer BG

Huawei’s products and services are available in more than 170 countries and are used by a third of the world’s population. Fourteen R&D centers have been set up in countries around the world, including Germany, Sweden, Finland, France, India, and China. Huawei Consumer BG is one of Huawei’s three business units and covers smartphones, PC and tablets, wearables, and cloud services, etc. Huawei’s global network is built on over 30 years of expertise in the telecom industry and is dedicated to delivering the latest technological advances to consumers around the world. For more information please visit the following:

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The holidays are officially here! With our jampacked schedules filled with parties and reunions, there is a need for us to look and feel our best. And when we do, a noticeable ‘glow-deep-within’ look naturally shines through—which makes it the best time for us to take it up a notch by embracing the beauty of healthy-looking glass skin.

The key to having plump, glowing skin is making sure your skin is hydrated at all times. Neutrogena’s latest hydrating duo, the Hydro Boost Serum and Water Gel, ensures your skin receives the moisturization it craves, resulting in a radiant glow throughout the day. Enriched with hyaluronic acid and other dermatologist-recommended ingredients, the Hydro Boost Water Gel which gives the skin 5x hydration (vs. no moisturizer) for a healthy-looking glow! Moreover, when used with the Hydro Boost Serum which is clinically proven to boost weightless hydration to the skin, this duo delivers up to 2.9x more hydrating ingredients; promoting supple, glowing, and healthy-looking skin with regular use.

 

Having experienced the hydrating power that our Hydro Boost products bring to achieve the glowy look, Kate Katigbak, a lifestyle content creator shares her skin became radiant and glowing with her favorite skincare product.

“I’ve been using Neutrogena for almost 4 years now, and my skincare game has never been better! Their products worked wonders on my skin. Plus, it’s also so convenient because you can just get it from a drugstore near you.”

“My current favorite is their Hydro Boost Water Gel—it quenches and instantly hydrates my skin! No matter the weather, I make sure to apply it every time because I love how it leaves me feeling refreshed and rejuvenated,” said Kate Katigbak.

Nica Rollan, senior marketing manager, shares how important it is to have healthy-looking and moisturized skin especially this holiday season. “During this festive season, Neutrogena understands how important it is to put your best face forward through plump and moisturized skin. To help unveil your holiday glow, try our most hydrating duo yet: the Hydro Boost Serum and Water Gel. When used together, this regimen provides an instant surge of weightless hydration that smooths and replenishes dry skin from deep within. This combo for dull and dehydrated skin boosts hydration so you can bring out your skin’s best this holiday season.”

Share the wonders of having healthy-looking glass skin with family and friends. In our exciting festive deals, grab our most hydrating duo: Hydro Boost Serum and Hydro Boost Water Gel available on Shopee, Lazada, and Watsons this 12.12! You can learn more about how to make your skin glow by following us on Instagram @neutrogenaph and by visiting our website at https://www.neutrogena.com.ph/. Happy holidays from Neutrogena!