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Femme, a Filipino hygiene brand, brought together young Filipinas at the Market! Market! Activity Center in Taguig City last November 7, 2026 for Praktikal U, a campus-inspired gathering featuring discussions, interactive activities, and a special appearance by brand ambassador Shuvee Etrata. Centered on Femme’s idea that being practical means knowing what works best for you without compromising on comfort and confidence, Praktikal U expanded conversations about personal care to topics such as societal expectations, relationships, and the everyday decisions young women face. The campus theme provided a familiar setting for attendees to exchange experiences and perspectives on navigating young adulthood.
The event featured three PodClass sessions led by guest hosts called “Podfessors”: “The Price of Keeping Up” by Kevin Montillano and Sela Guia, “Life In Motion” by Aira Lopez and Dani Buenvenida, “Things We Were Never Taught” by Eryka Lucas and Jy Marie. The discussions offered different perspectives on navigating societal expectations, building self-confidence, and making personal choices that reflect their needs and aspirations. “We want young Filipinas to know that being praktikal doesn’t mean compromising on themselves. It’s about making choices that support their comfort and confidence. With Femme, we aim to make everyday care more approachable through feminine care essentials women can trust. Praktikal U is one way we bring that message beyond our products and create opportunities for young women to explore topics and experiences that matter to them,” said Sanitary Care Products Asia Inc. (SCPA) Marketing Communications Manager Jazel Marielli A. Ramos Yeo. Complementing the PodClass sessions were interactive activities that brought the campus-inspired experience to life. Attendees took on the Femme Power Climb, a vertical climbing wall, and tried the Femme Snatch & Slay Human Claw Machine, a playful take on the arcade classic where participants could grab prizes. They also personalized pouches at the Femme Patch & Pouch station and posed for graduation-inspired photos at the Class of Femme booth. “The gym was part of the campus experience we wanted to recreate. Through the activities, we wanted to show that young women can stay active and enjoy the things they love, even during their period,” said Ramos Yeo. She also touched on feminine care options, including Femme’s menstrual pants, as part of the broader conversation on managing everyday activities during menstruation.
Etrata, a TikTok creator and reality TV contestant who became a Femme ambassador in 2025, engaged attendees in a “Fresh Or Pass” segment, sharing her personal takes on girlhood and beauty habits, followed by a Femme-themed matching game. She also met fans during a special meet-and-greet and helped announce the raffle winners. “Growing up, you realize that there’s always something new to learn about yourself and the things around you. I think being praktikal at madiskarte means knowing what works for you, being confident in your choices, and not being afraid to figure things out along the way. We all have different experiences, but there’s something special about learning from each other,” said Etrata. Beyond the one-day celebration, Femme Praktikal U reflected the brand’s “Your Bes Femme” positioning, reinforcing its commitment to being a reliable and relatable companion to Filipinas through affordable, dependable feminine care essentials and initiatives that create spaces for conversation and shared experiences. Through these efforts, Femme aims to make everyday care more approachable, accessible, and practical while supporting young women in making confident choices and navigating life’s everyday challenges.
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Okada Manila Unveils New Live Show Featuring 10 Destinations And Global Flavors
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Okada Manila is bringing music, dance, and global flavors together with Savor The Show: Around The World, a new live production premiered last October 30, 2026 at The Coral Lounge. The 75-minute show features live vocals, dance, ballroom performances, aerial artistry, specialty acts, and immersive LED displays inspired by 10 destinations across eight countries. Guests can also enhance the evening with an optional Tasting Menu served in sequence with the production.
Created and directed by Okada Manila Director of Creative Entertainment Livia Paccagnella, the production brings together the cast of Okada Manila Entertainment Group for a world-class display of international talent. The show features Connecticut, Spain, Italy, France, India, South Korea, the Philippines, Chicago, New York, and Brazil. Each performance number is inspired by a different culture through its choreography, costumes, musical style, and visual design. The production unfolds in two 30-minute acts separated by a 15-minute intermission. “At Okada Manila, we want to create entertainment that brings guests closer to the cultures, energy, and artistry of different destinations. Savor the Show invites audiences to share that journey through music, movement, and visual storytelling within the vibrant setting of The Coral Lounge,” said Paccagnella. The new production expands Okada Manila’s live entertainment offerings by bringing international performances and destination-inspired dining together throughout the evening. Guests can enhance the show with the optional Around the World Tasting Menu featuring 10 bite-sized dishes accompanied by specially paired drinks. Each pairing is served during the performance number inspired by the same culture, bringing its food, drinks, music, and movement together. This stage-and-table format makes Savor The Show: Around The World the country's first travel-inspired live show with a Tasting Menu served in sync. Featured selections include Spanish chorizo and Manchego croquetas, Indian samosa chaat, and a Chicago-style hot dog. Non-alcoholic drink pairings are also available upon request.
Savor The Show: Around The World every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday at 9:30 pm until September 26, 2027. The show is open to guests 21 years old and above. Admission is free, with general seating subject to availability. The optional Around the World Tasting Menu is available for Php3,000 nett per person. Eligible Reward Circle members may enjoy exclusive discounts. Dedicated seating is limited, and advance reservations are required. For more information, visit OkadaManila.com. For reservations, contact Okada Manila either at +63 2 8555 5799 or via e-mail at RestaurantReservation@okadamanila.com. Terms and conditions apply.
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Experience Araneta City In A New Way With Its Revamped Mobile App
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Araneta City is making it easier for visitors to stay connected to everything happening in the City Of Firsts with the relaunch of its revamped mobile app, now available on Google Play for Android and Apple App Store for iOS. Featuring a fresh new look and improved navigation, the enhanced platform delivers a smoother and more user-friendly experience for shopping, dining, entertainment, and everyday activities across Araneta City.
Since its launch in 2019, the Araneta City mobile app has been downloaded more than 79,000 times on Apple and Android devices. It has served as a convenient companion for visitors, allowing them to earn rewards, discover events and promotions, locate stores, and stay updated on the latest happenings within the City of Firsts. Now refreshed with an updated interface and improved usability, the app makes it even easier for users to access the features they enjoy and maximize their Araneta City experience. Through the app, users can earn points through shopping, dining, and availing of services within Araneta City. They can also earn points by answering surveys, inviting friends to download the app, and engaging with featured content on the platform. Points can then be redeemed through the Rewards Catalogue for exclusive rewards and special offers from Araneta City and participating merchant partners. Beyond rewards, the app serves as a comprehensive guide to everything happening across Araneta City. Users can browse the mall directory, locate their favorite stores, check schedules for concerts and live events, explore ongoing promotions, and discover activities happening throughout the district.
The app also features a dynamic bulletin board that keeps users updated on events, promotions, and community activities including initiatives such as the aRUNeta Run Club and Araneta City Pet Pals. Users can also access practical information such as Mass schedules and parking details. Soon, the app will also feature cinema screening schedules. With its refreshed design and enhanced user experience, the revamped Araneta City mobile app helps visitors make the most of every visit while staying connected to everything they love about the City of Firsts.
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Jackery And Home Credit Team Up To Bring Portable Power To Every Filipino For As Low As ₱80/Day At 0% Interest
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Jackery, the Apple of solar generators, has officially teamed up with Home Credit, one of the leading consumer finance companies in the Philippines, to assure that more Filipino households can easily invest in premium portable power stations and solar panels through installments that are easy on the budget.
With the ongoing brownouts and typhoons, having a dependable power source is a lifesaver for every home. Now that Jackery is made more accessible through 0% interest installment plans and options starting for as low as ₱80 per day, getting your own Jackery power station is easier than ever. Families can have a trusted partner in keeping their essentials, such as electric fans, lights, medical devices, and WiFi, running during an outage. Beyond these essentials, Jackery is also the perfect companion to power up any lifestyle, from the rugged outdoors to tech-heavy hobbies indoors. Through this partnership, Filipinos can now easily take home Jackery’s premium portable power stations from the Explorer series including the mini but mighty Explorer 100 Plus, Explorer 300 Plus, and Explorer 1000 V2 as well as the Explorer 300D, Explorer 500 V2, and Explorer 2000 V2, providing a wide range of options that best suit every need. “Jackery’s mission is to give Filipinos a ‘Life Uninterrupted’ which perfectly aligns with Home Credit’s mission to be a trusted financial ally that empowers families to live the lives they aspire for. This partnership makes perfect sense because it bridges both energy and financial accessibility, and we want our customers to focus on what matters most: keeping their families safe and their work uninterrupted while we take care of making the upgrade easy on their pockets,” said Cognetics Inc. Head of Marketing and Emerging Businesses Igue Bonifacio. “We understand the importance of reliable power in today’s connected world. Whether it’s staying connected with loved ones, supporting work or learning from home, running a small business, or being prepared during emergencies, uninterrupted access to power can help people go about their daily lives with greater confidence, convenience, and peace of mind. By partnering with Jackery, Home Credit is making it easier for more Filipinos to access dependable portable power solutions through flexible financing options that fit their budget,” said Home Credit Philippines Chief Marketing Officer Gabriel Roxas.
Getting your own Jackery via Home Credit is fast and hassle-free. This offer is available at the official Jackery kiosks in SM Fairview, SM Southmall, and SM North EDSA or through any Home Credit-accredited dealer nationwide. Just present one valid government ID to apply in-store with a sales agent or straight via the Home Credit mobile app. Approval may take just 1 minute.and users can choose the payment terms that fit their monthly budget.
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Blacknut Expands LeLab Into A Global Platform For Gaming Experimentation And Discovery
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First introduced at VivaTech 2024 as Blacknut’s laboratory for exploring new possibilities in cloud gaming, LeLab is evolving into a global experimentation and discovery platform for publishers, developers, and emerging creators. With LeLab 2.0, game makers can bring demos, betas, and Early Access titles directly to players, gather insights and explore how their games perform across cloud environments and devices. “With LeLab, we are opening the door to a new generation of gaming experiences. Publishers and developers can bring their games directly to Blacknut players earlier, from first playable demos to betas and Early Access, while building a real connection with their future audience. It is a place to discover new ideas, share them with the world, and help great games reach their full potential,” said Blacknut Vice President for New Business Nabil Laredj.
The ambition is to create a direct connection between creators and players at different stages of a game’s development. With LeLab, publishers can run playtests, share playable demos, and put early versions of their games directly into the hands of their communities, the press, publishers, investors, and other audiences — without the need to manage Steam keys or distribute individual builds. Whether introducing an upcoming title, testing an early version, experimenting with a new experience, or gathering feedback ahead of a wider release, LeLab gives publishers a flexible way to get their games played and collect relevant usage data and player feedback, providing valuable insight into how their games are discovered and experienced through the cloud. LeLab 2.0 builds on Blacknut's global distribution footprint, giving publishers an opportunity to put their games in front of players across more than 65 countries and on a broad range of supported devices. From Smart TVs and streaming devices to mobile and web, LeLab enables creators to explore their games in real-world cloud gaming conditions rather than limiting testing to a single hardware environment. The program also creates a new discovery space for games that are still taking shape. Demos can give players access to a limited portion or playtime of a game while Betas and Early Access experiences allow publishers to define their own conditions and development timelines. These formats give players an opportunity to discover what is coming next, while giving creators a new channel through which to build awareness and collect valuable insights. For Blacknut, this evolution is about more than testing existing games in the cloud. LeLab is designed to help explore what becomes possible when creators start considering cloud gaming as part of the development process itself. As cloud technology continues to evolve, developers can experiment with new approaches to game design, distribution and player interaction, opening the door to experiences that would not necessarily be possible through traditional hardware-based models.
“Cloud gaming is not simply about bringing games to the cloud. It opens up new possibilities for how games can be designed, experienced and shared with players. With LeLab, we want to give creators a space to experiment with new ideas, test emerging concepts and explore experiences that can only truly be understood by putting them in the hands of real players. By bringing ideas, experimentation and players closer together, LeLab can help creators learn faster, iterate and discover what cloud gaming can truly bring to the future of gaming,” said Blacknut Chief Product Officer and Head of Design Thierry Teyssier. This ambition extends beyond established publishers and studios. LeLab 2.0 can also provide a space for independent developers, emerging studios, and future game makers, including students and young creators, to experiment with cloud-native concepts and bring their ideas to real players. By connecting experimentation with an existing distribution platform, Blacknut aims to help shorten the distance between an idea, a playable experience and an audience. With more than 1,000 games and 150+ licensing partnerships, Blacknut has built a global ecosystem connecting game publishers with players through cloud gaming. LeLab 2.0 extends that ecosystem further, creating a dedicated environment where new games can be tested, discovered, and experienced while giving their creators meaningful insights into their performance in the cloud.
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Mang Inasal Brings SulitBowls To VisMin, Unveils New Holiday Halo-Halo Treat
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From savory rice meals to indulgent holiday desserts, Mang Inasal is giving Filipinos more ways to satisfy their cravings with the nationwide availability of its SulitBowls and the arrival of its limited-time Tsoko n’ Nut Yema Halo-Halo.
After its successful launch in Luzon and Metro Manila, Mang Inasal Sulit Bowls can now be enjoyed by customers in Visayas and Mindanao. Priced starting at Php89 each, the SulitBowls come in two flavorful variants: Soy Garlic Chicken and Pork Sisig. The Soy Garlic Chicken SulitBowl features tender grilled chicken topped with crunchy garlic bits, spring onions, sliced egg, and rich soy garlic sauce over rice. Meanwhile, the Pork Sisig SulitBowl combines crunchy and meaty pork sisig with creamy sauce, served over rice for a bold and comforting meal. Both variants offer a convenient way to enjoy Mang Inasal’s signature flavors, whether for dine-in, takeout, drive-thru, or delivery. And for those craving something sweet, Mang Inasal is adding a chocolatey twist to the holiday season with its Tsoko n’ Nut Yema Halo-Halo. Prepared with Mang Inasal’s signature extra creamy milk, this limited-time dessert is a refreshing mixture of Rocky Road ice cream, choco peanut bars, chocolate powder, creamy salted yema drizzle, and crunchy choco coating, giving the classic Filipino Halo-Halo a more indulgent spin. With its combination of nostalgic flavors and satisfying textures, it is a holiday treat made for chocolate lovers. Priced starting at Php99, the Tsoko n’ Nut Yema Halo-Halo will be available until December 31, 2026 or until supplies last.
Whether enjoying a savory meal or treating themselves to something sweet, customers can look forward to more delicious and satisfying experiences at Mang Inasal this holiday season.
