BUSINESS & ENTERTAINMENT
Score Great Savings on Study Gadgets this Back-to-School Season with Home Credit
With the new school year ahead, parents, especially moms, are taking charge of preparing everything their kids will need to equip them with essential tools this back-to-school season. However, as we embrace the era of modern learning, where technology has taken center stage in driving students’ education, providing them with the right study devices is no longer a luxury but a necessity.
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Coastal land reclamation: A glimpse into today’s urban development strategies
This is according to a study, “Mapping 21st Century Global Coastal Land Reclamation,” that analyzed landsat satellite images from 2000 to 2020 to quantify spatial extent, scale, and land use of urban coastal reclamation of 135 cities globally with populations exceeding one million. Key findings indicate that 78% of these cities have turned to reclamation to create additional land, resulting in 253,000 hectares of new land, an area equivalent to Luxembourg.
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SM Foundation introduces rainwater harvesting for sustainable impact
In line with the SM Green Movement, the SM group, through SM Foundation, recently established a rainwater harvesting system at the Brgy. Irawan Birthing Facility in Puerto Princesa City, Palawan. The initiative aims to strengthen their goal of preserving the environment and ensuring the health and wellness of future generations.
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SCPW, UAPSA join hands with SM Prime in promoting wetland conservation
As the world celebrated the International Day for Biological Diversity 2023, SM Prime Holdings Inc. (SM Prime) joined the Society for the Conservation of Philippine Wetlands, Inc. (SCPW) hosted the fourth SCPW Wetland Center Design Symposium on May 29th at the MAAX Building in the Mall of Asia Complex.
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Sec Loyzaga: Invest in rainwater collection DENR, SM Prime calls on cities to innovate and invest in water-saving technologies to avert water crisis
The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) and SM Prime Holdings, Inc. (SM Prime), one of the leading real estate developers in Southeast Asia, recently called on local public officials to avoid the extraction of groundwater and, instead, invest in rainwater collection for recycling and impoundment, as well as explore new technologies such as modular desalination and modular sewage treatment plants, to manage the effects of climate change on the country’s water resources.
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Sam “SV” Verzosa Celebrates Second Season of His CNN Philippines Public Service TV Program, “DEAR SV”
“Never in my wildest dreams did I imagine that I would finish running 42.195 kilometers,” he said in a video posted on his Instagram account. He was elated as he showed off his finisher medal. He triumphed despite feeling sick and despite the cold and rainy weather on race day. “Running is one of my weaknesses. I’m used to short strength training. This journey is more than fitness. It’s about personal growth, transformation and mental toughness.”
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Enchanted Kingdom celebrates Eldar the Wizard’s Birthday
In line with the marking of Enchanted Kingdom’s 28th soft opening year, the first and only world class theme park in the Philippines celebrated its beloved character’s birthday month, July 31. Eldar the Wizard is a home-grown, jolly character of Enchanted Kingdom (EK) known to teach children to uphold virtues of kindness, humility, patience, honesty, diligence, generosity, and love of God and family.
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LRT-1 to implement half-day operations on August 20for signaling system upgrade
LRT-1 private operator Light Rail Manila Corporation (LRMC) advises its passengers to plan their trips ahead of time as it is set to temporarily suspend operations on 20 August 2023 (Sunday) from 4:30 am to 11:59 am.
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Block Dojo and nChain Realise The Blockchain Future of The Philippines at VIP Launch Event
The VIP evening was hosted by Block Dojo, a renowned incubator fostering blockchain entrepreneurship, in partnership with nChain, a leading global technology company, offering software solutions, consulting services, and IP licensing for clients across major industries looking to benefit from the security, transparency, scalability and cost-effectiveness of blockchain.
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Lazada brings you the best stylish deals with the LazLook Crazy Fashion Sale this August 2-4
Are you ready for a style upgrade? With LazLook, Lazada makes inspiration shoppable and achievable, giving fashion lovers a better shopping experience and wide assortment of affordable and stylish pieces at the best prices. This month, treat yourself to up to 80% on select styles with fast and free shipping (no minimum spend) during the LazLook Crazy Fashion Sale from August 2 to 4!
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