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As a father, I like how TikTok is exerting effort in ensuring the welfare of families and most especially the youth who actively create and consume content on the social media platform. Just recently, TikTok announced a new way caregivers can support their teen's viewing experience through Family Pairing and sharing information about its work to launch TikTok's Youth Council.

Fathers play a critical role in shaping the lives of their children, teaching them both values and life skills. Modern fathers are much more involved in their children’s lives than ever before, not just as providers but also by offering emotional support and guidance to their families.

TikTok has not only been a source of family travel inspiration for me but it has also been a great platform for discovering yummy foodie finds as well as interesting recipes.

NexPage, the world’s first nonfiction, translated book summary mobile application (app), has launched in the Philippines to provide Filipinos greater accessibility to books, knowledge, and learning opportunities, so as to raise literacy and bolster education in the country. The end goal is to improve the literacy of Filipinos so that they have more opportunities to ascend the socio-economic ladder to earn a better income and live a better life.

I’m sure a lot of my fellow parents will be happy to know this latest news from DITO Telecommunity – attractive postpaid plans that are for the budget-conscious. Whether at home or traveling, families can connect and keep each other updated with DITO postpaid plans.

A recent study conducted by leading insurance provider AXA Philippines showed that Filipinos who are struggling at work are almost twice as likely to resign within a year compared to the rest of the world. This accounts for 32% of Filipinos surveyed, versus the global average of 17%, suggesting that the “Great Resignation” is still a continuing trend as professionals continue to re-evaluate their career choices.

Uratex, the leading foam company in the Philippines, reaffirms its commitment to providing quality sleeping products to all with the brand’s partnership agreement renewal with the Philippine Orthopaedic Association for another five years.

Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) recently joined hands with TGP (The Generics Pharmacy) to strengthen its push for SIM registration in Davao City. Joining TGP’s recent Kaibigan sa Kalusugan Medical Caravan at the Matina Crossing and Matina Aplaya Gymnasium, Smart set up SIM registration booths to provide assistance to Smart and TNT customers in the area.

Every parent knows you can shout at the top of your voice until you’re blue in the face, but you can’t always make children listen. Especially if what you are shouting about is something that is potentially dangerous, but their peers more commonly believe is “cool”.

With Father's Day drawing near, our hearts overflow with immeasurable love and a deep connection to our dads. Hence, we are delighted to introduce not just one but two exceptional ways to celebrate Father's Day!

Filipinos are becoming more responsible credit card owners according to the latest data from the Credit Card Association of the Philippines (CCAP). While it does not see Filipinos’ revenge spending letting up soon especially as inflation eases, the credit card industry expects the delinquency rate to continue to improve if the trend continues among Filipino credit card users.

TikTok Shop, the e-commerce solution from the leading destination for short-form mobile video TikTok, has taken online shopping by storm about a year ago. Now that it's set to commemorate its first anniversary, TikTok Shop announced the many things that it has in store for its users as part of its anniversary celebration. With its seamless integration of entertainment and commerce, TikTok Shop has observed remarkable growth since its inception through empowering brands and sellers to thrive in the social commerce landscape. As part of the celebration, TikTok Shop is introducing exclusive 6.6 birthday sale offerings in collaboration with its partner brands.

Mental health has been given great importance in the past years and most especially during the onset of the pandemic. People have recognized that achieving sound mental health is vital to achieving a holistic state of health and wellness. Now that we are in the new normal, it’s encouraging to note that mental health is still valued. The stigma that was once associated with the subject of mental health has been thankfully shattered.