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SKY is intensifying its campaign against rampant illegal cable cutting and theft that has adversely affected thousands of Filipino families’ access to internet and cable connectivity, information, and entertainment. As part of the heightened initiatives for “Oplan: Kontra Putol", SKY has secured tighter coordination with the Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG) and different barangays in Mega Manila and Central Visayas as well as implemented more frequent technical visits and patrols to affected areas.
“SKY knows how important connectivity is, especially as we are still in a hybrid arrangement for work and school,” SKY chief operating officer Claudia Suarez said. In the pipeline are courtesy visits to hotspot cities where cases are more prevalent with 48 more barangays in Metro Manila as well as priority barangays in Cebu. “The partnerships forged with the local government units and barangays allow us to effectively find the perpetrators behind the fiber cuts as much as we can and restore disrupted services as soon as possible,” Suarez added. Since September, SKY has been able to reduce the average resolution time to 4 hours by responding rapidly to confirmed reported incidents. SKY and other telco partners have reported a total of 472 incidents since January 2022 in Mega Manila and Cebu.
Apart from its improved partnership with the LGUs, SKY ensures the availability of its security hotline +63 2 34499111 for daily monitoring and reporting of cable-cutting incidents in Mega Manila and the identification of hotspots for increased patrols. “SKY is also reinforcing an information drive campaign to boost awareness amongst SKY subscribers especially on social media, the general public and our partners in the local government units regarding this issue.” Suarez noted. Concerned citizens can report suspected illegal cable-cutting activities through www.mysky.com.ph/kontraputol or by messaging SKY's 24/7 messaging platform KYLA on Viber (mysky.com.ph/kylaofsky), Facebook Messenger (m.me/myskyupdates), and SKY's official website (mysky.com.ph/message-us).
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ABS-CBN Foundation Shows Love And Support For Severe Tropical Storm Paeng Victims
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As residents reel from the catastrophic effects of Severe Tropical Storm Paeng, ABS-CBN Foundation Inc. (AFI), in coordination with local government offices and civic groups, donated relief packs and hygiene kits to 27,000 individuals or 5,400 families all over Luzon including Barangay Pagyaba in Masantol, Pampanga.
In a “TV Patrol” interview, one resident said that they are still unable to return to their normal lives because the flood in their area has not subsided, making them worry for their children's health and safety. With the help of Masantol’s Municipal Social Welfare and Development (MSWD) Office, AFI successfully distributed sacks of rice and canned goods to the affected residents. With the help of local youth group United Team Bantay, AFI has also reached 400 evacuees in Kawit, Cavite who lost their homes and livelihoods because of the typhoon. AFI managing director Berta Lopez-Feliciano assured the public that ABS-CBN Foundation will always strive to lend a hand to those who are in need. “Huwag kayong mawalan ng pag-asa kasi maski na hindi kami nandyan kaagad, makakarating pa rin kami. Tutulong kami hanggang kaya namin,” said Lopez-Feliciano.
AFI Director of Advocacy Ernie Lopezalso said that they are thankful for the trust of the donors. “Lahat ng mga pinapamigay namin galing din sa taumbayan. Nireredistribute lang naman namin yung mga binibigay sa amin. Nagpapasalamat kami pinagkakatiwalaan kami na i-distribute yung goods.” As of writing, the ABS-CBN Foundation reached families in Sariaya, Quezon (200); Masantol, Pampanga (800); Nagcarlan, Laguna (400); Magdalena, Laguna (400); Infanta, Quezon (381); Real, Quezon (619); Mulanay, Quezon (800); Gumaca, Quezon (566); Atimonan, Quezon (234); Novelita, Cavite (600); and Kawit, Cavite (400). ABS-CBN still accepts cash donations through their authorized bank accounts. In-kind donations are also accepted via the ABS-CBN Foundation Sagip Kapamilya Warehouse. Donors are encouraged to call the warehouse first before dropping off their in-kind donations by contacting Arian Acebedo or Pat Salonga (09695196436).
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Charo Santos Concio Begins Dubbing "MMK" In English For Global Audiences
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“Maaalala Mo Kaya” host Charo Santos was thrilled with the experience of dubbing her lines in English for ABS-CBN’s long-running drama anthology which will begin airing in 41 African countries beginning in January 2023. “I’ve never imagined in my wildest dream that I’ll be dubbing in English for foreign audiences, especially at my age,” said Charo who has been the sharing real-life stories of letter-senders on the weekly show for over 30 years.
The MMK host and former president of the Philippines' premiere media and entertainment company and leading content provider looks forward to dubbing in more languages to showcase the Filipino talent in storytelling and content. “I hope I get more opportunities to dub in other languages, maybe one day I’ll be dubbing in French, German, or maybe Korean. I am excited to showcase to the foreign market the finest Filipino programs we have here,” she concluded. As ABS-CBN continues to bring world-class Filipino programs of all genres to foreign audiences, Charo believes that there are endless opportunities for our content to compete globally. “The stories we have will surely resonate with them as there are similarities in terms of experiences and values we share. It’s the same human conditions, same dreams and same aspirations, so our content is really able to touch the lives of other people,” she said.
MMK has shared the stories of ordinary people and celebrities that bring inspiration, joy, hope, and entertainment to viewers. The award-winning iconic program joins the long list of ABS-CBN shows that have been dubbed in different languages and currently seen in various countries all over the world. It is also being streamed as an in-flight entertainment program for various international airlines including Etihad Airways, Royal Brunei Airlines, and Saudi Arabian Airlines.
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HONOR Continues To Expand Presence In SM Supermalls
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HONOR Philippines has recently announced that starting November 15, HONOR fans can already experience its latest products up close as it officially opens its new kiosks in select SM malls in the country. After its HONOR 70 5G, HONOR Pad 8, and HONOR X6 Grand Launch last October and its first exhibit kiosk in SM Megamall last October 28-November 2, 2022, the leading global provider of smart devices is now ready to serve more customers who have been waiting for the latest products to arrive in the stores near them.
HONOR will now be finally present at SM Rosales, Pampanga; SM Baliuag, Bulacan; SM Center Dagupan, Pangasinan; and, SM Butuan, Agusan del Norte. “Since we started reestablishing the brand again last September, we are very happy to share that we’ve already reached 80% of our target in opening stores nationwide for Q4. This expansion will continue in 2023 as we also grow the brand and business,” HONOR Philippines Vice President Stephen Cheng said. In the next coming months, HONOR will be visible to more SM stores in Metro Manila, other parts of Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao.
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Mang Inasal Wins Miss Earth Australia 2022 Sheridan Mortlock's Heart In Her Mukbang
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Mang Inasal, the Philippines' Grill Expert, has a new fan — Miss Earth Australia 2022 Sheridan Mortlock. In one of her recent posts on her Instagram Story, Mortlock shared with fans her excitement over getting to try Mang Inasal for the first time. “We’re eating good tonight”, she gushed in one post, where she can be seen holding Mang Inasal’s latest offering, the Mang Inasal Family Fiesta. She invited fans to join her on Kumu where she live-streamed her Mang Inasal mukbang. Sheridan evidently enjoyed her meal and thanked Mang Inasal for the delicious treat. “(I was) so excited to try such an iconic local foodery and I was not disappointed. Definitely going back for round 2,” Mortlock happily shared on her Facebook post.
Starting at Php709 for takeout, the Mang Inasal Family Fiesta comes in four different bundles, complete with a platter of Java Rice. The bundles are good for 4 to 6 people. Order the Mang Inasal Family Fiesta now through takeout or by visiting http://manginasaldelivery.com.ph/. You can also place an order via the Mang Inasal Delivery App, or through other food delivery apps like GrabFood and foodpanda.
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Atari Celebrates 50 Years Of History With Atari 50: The Anniversary Collection Now Available On PC And Consoles
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Atari, one of the world's most iconic consumer brands and interactive entertainment producers, recently launched its new title, Atari 50: The Anniversary Celebration, commemorating 50 years of success, growth, and progress in the video game industry. Available now on Nintendo Switch, Xbox One and Series X|S, PlayStation 4|5, and Windows PC, Atari 50 functions as an interactive trek through Atari’s historic past, featuring a selection of the publisher’s most iconic games, and brands, as well as showcasing the creative individuals who launched the video game industry.
A mix of video game collection-meets-anthology, Atari 50: The Anniversary Celebration showcases the history of Atari through a combination of retro and modern playable games, short videos, never-before-seen interviews, early development diaries, and more. Emulating seven separate console platforms, and containing titles spanning five decades, the library-styled interface presents over 100 video games sorted by era in an intuitive linear timeline. Other files and materials are also part of the package, including early development sketches, hardware schematics, internal memos, pictures, films, and other "artifacts", the majority of which have never been made public. A digital romp through Atari’s enduring past and a peek into the creative minds that created the publisher’s legacy, Atari 50: The Anniversary Celebration invites players to explore the golden age of video games through a new lens. Watch Atari grow from a small Silicon Valley startup to the iconic brand it quickly grew to become, explore early game concepts, and enjoy a handful of reimagined fan-favorites lovingly created by developer Digital Eclipse. Additional key features include:
• Expert Insight Through Storytelling: The collection is outfitted with a handful of various never-before-seen interviews with past-and-present Atari leadership as well as other prolific names in the games industry; complemented, of course, by the video game developers who helped raise Atari to become an industry icon.
• Playable History: The massive selection of over 100 games spans seven different platforms: Arcade, 2600, 5200, 7800, Atari 8-bit computers, and, for the first time ever on modern consoles, Atari Lynx and Jaguar! Play the classics like Tempest 2000, Asteroids, and Yars' Revenge, or dive into some deeper cuts.
• Reimagined and Revisited: The team at Digital Eclipse created six new games for the collection that reimagines some of the most beloved Atari classics or put a twist on classic game themes, including Haunted House, Neo Breakout, Yars’ Revenge, Vctr Sctr, and the infamously never-finished Airworld.
