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OurCrowd, Israel’s most active venture platform, and Einhorn Resources Inc., a Philippine investment firm, today announced a partnership that will provide Einhorn clients direct access to OurCrowd’s exclusive investments and mentorships to facilitate the growth of Philippine startups.

The challenges brought about by the pandemic have pushed many businesses around the world to innovate new ways and means to capture their market. While eCommerce continues to prosper in various countries where COVID-19 is getting manageable such as the Philippines, this has paved the way for some other start-up businesses to get recognized and establish a brand that caters to the new needs in this new normal.

The advent of fast-food chains all around the world spawned the proliferation of everyday items like tableware and other table utensils that are made out of petrochemical-based plastics that can be used while dining and then thrown away that easily.  

For the upcoming 2022-2023 school year, Mapúa Malayan Digital College (MMDC) officially opens its Learning Hubs for MMDC students. Envisioned as a modern space designed to cater to the needs of 21st-century digital learners, MMDC Learning Hubs are located at Ayala Malls Cloverleaf in Quezon City and Ayala Malls Capitol Central in Bacolod.

The first few months of the year brought new hope for Filipinos as the number of COVID-19 cases continued to decline, thanks to the extensive nationwide vaccination drive that started that year. Another huge contributor to the decrease in positive cases is the fact that many Filipinos continue to exercise caution such as proper sanitation, good hygiene, and social distancing when going outside.

There is a global call from environment advocates to urge multinational companies and leading brands of consumer goods to lessen the use of plastics in their product packaging by refilling. It is yet to happen. However, a local brand called Sabon Express has joined the global reuse and refill revolution to spur a transition to a plastic-free future. Its founder and Chairman, Mellany Zambrano, believes it is time to shift consumer behavior and habits when it comes to buying household products.

How you take care of your skin matters more than you think. Nowadays, cleanliness is the name of the game, but in the rush of cleansing your body, you could be stripping your skin of natural moisture. Using harsh bar soap and frequent washing leads to dry skin, which can further lead to skin irritation, roughness, and dryness. However, there is now a better solution when it comes to hygiene.

We always look forward to the next set of toys that McDonald’s will offer in its Happy Meal. From movie characters to educational toys, McDonald’s Happy Meals never fails to put a smile on our children’s faces. Not only that, our kids get to also enjoy the delicious McDonald's treats in their Happy Meals. Happy Meal toys plus their favorite McDonald's food items, what more can children ask for? 

BDO Foundation kept the bayanihan spirit alive as it mounted relief operations together with partners for thousands of Filipinos in underserved communities affected by the Bulusan Volcano eruptions, Tropical Storm Agaton and fire incidents in Metro Manila.

If you are a fishing enthusiast, you know that this outdoor activity is a relaxing pastime. You can do it yourself or with friends, and it gives you a chance to get outside and enjoy nature. If you're interested in fishing and want to improve your skills, this article will help equip you with the necessary skill set and expose a handy secret known as fish finders!

This year, The Orchard Hotel Singapore welcomes the nation’s 57th birthday with exclusive dining concepts and special promotions! From August 1 to 31, 2022, diners will be treated to iconic local creations at both restaurants - Hua Ting and The Orchard Café!

Trailblazing communications agency COMCO Southeast Asia received 30 awards and 4 top award nominations for various projects from the prestigious 19th Philippine Quill Awards of the International Association of Business Communicators (IABC). This year’s Quill Awards, titled ‘MOVE,’ is the biggest one yet with winners selected from a pool of over 800 entries after rigorous evaluation and deliberation.

The idea of traveling again excites me, I think I’ve stated that over and over again. I’d like to expose my children to the beauty of the Philippines and even all over the world given the chance. Traveling has brought me and Mommy Khris so much joy that we also want Miguel & Rafa to find happiness in moving and exploring.

For creatives, living life is not enough. They need to document it through photos and videos for social media. Capturing and curating moments are not just to create a visual diary for others to see, it is also a way for them to express themselves and preserve special memories.

WorldRemit , a leading global digital money transfer service,  BDO Unibank , and  Grainsmart , the Philippines’ largest rice retailer and franchisor, have announced the selection of winners for their latest promotion, “Remit to Win”. Through this giveaway, two qualified BDO Kabayan Savings account holders were selected to win pangkabuhayan packages worth P250,000 each.

Mount Faber Leisure Group (MFLG) unveiled today the Central Beach Bazaar, a day-to-night carnival beach experience slated to open in September 2022. Poised to be the ultimate beachside destination that will invigorate the senses of visitors of all ages, Central Beach Bazaar will introduce three new attractions and a new multi-F&B concept, including the 80-meter-high Sentosa SkyJet, the tallest fountain in Southeast Asia.

BDO Capital & Investment Corporation (BDO Capital) has been recognized by Hong Kong-based institutional investment publication Alpha Southeast Asia as the Philippines’ Best Bond House for the 9th time at the 16th Best Financial Institution Awards.

Buying and collecting gold jewelry goes beyond aesthetics nowadays. With the value of gold continuously on an upswing and even expected to outweigh inflation risks ( source ), now is the best time to buy jewelry. It’s an investment that you can use for your personal enjoyment, as well as a dependable source of cash in times of emergency.

The Jollibee Group welcomed Yoshinoya International executives in a Partnership Ceremony on June 25 to celebrate their collaboration that will bring the authentic Yoshinoya Japan beef bowl experience to the Philippines.

What makes a good coffee experience? For caffeine lovers, there is a sense of romanticism that comes with the whole experience of lining up at a café and having a pro customize their drinks. After all, is there anything else that can make you feel special other than the knowledge that your morning coffee is in the hands of someone who knows their craft?

Rosalyn Mendiola, a 20-year-old Overseas Filipino Worker (OFW) in Canada, couldn’t believe that a simple act of kindness went a long way and helped improve her aunt’s life. After sending funds through WorldRemit to her aunt’s BDO Kabayan Savings account, Rosalyn was selected as a lucky winner of a rice retail business franchise from Grainsmart.

BDO Foundation, Knowledge Channel Foundation, and Huawei Philippines have forged a partnership for the implementation of programs aimed at empowering educators and learners in the new normal.

Local businesses are turning to self-service technologies to provide safer and more efficient ways for customers to accomplish their daily transactions. Aside from local enterprises such as laundromats, convenience stores, and restaurants, big establishments such as banks are also adopting self-service technologies to cater to the evolving needs of their customers.

Olympic and Southeast Asian Games weightlifting gold medalist Hidilyn Diaz believes that bringing BDO Cash Agad to Barangay Mampang in Zamboanga City will be beneficial to the residents of this community as well as those in nearby areas. Thus, she recently signed up at her eponymous gym as a BDO Cash Agad partner-agent in her hometown.

Samsung Galaxy A Series brand ambassadors Donny Pangilinan and Belle Mariano, known as DonBelle, have finally revealed what they're up to with the official launch of their newest video featuring the new Galaxy A Series. Awesome is what they’re doing as they highlight how incredible life can be when you're doing what you love, especially with the new Galaxy A33, A53, and A73 5G.