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Pandemic Reveals Gap in Risk Consciousness in Companies, says BPI
The Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI) says many companies need to improve their sustainability risk consciousness to come up with better business continuity plans as new risks, such as the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, become more likely possibilities in the future. Jo Ann Eala, Head of BPI Sustainable Development Finance (SDF), said COVID-19, a rare but high-impact event, has opened the eyes of many, but there are existing, oft-ignored environmental, social, and governance (ESG) risks which also require urgent attention. “Businesses must anticipate, prepare, and quickly adapt to the evolving global landscape. Sustainable and risk-conscious businesses are those that will survive during trying times. Risk consciousness, risk preparedness,…
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Acer Philippines, APEC Schools Team Up to Launch Online Enrollment
Acer Philippines, the country’s leading brand in the PC market, has formalized its partnership with APEC Schools in launching an online enrollment program to foster a safer and more efficient enrollment experience. Sharing the same initiative to promote innovation in education, APEC Schools has moved to digitize its students’ records by making enrollment available online. This allows students to complete their enrollment process for SY 2020-2021 without visiting any APEC Schools branch. “As we prioritize the safety of Filipino students and their families, this partnership allows us to further improve the capacity of education sector by developing a contactless enrollment solution to ease their worries during this uncertain time,” said…
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Shopee Identifies 4 of the Biggest e-Commerce Trends in 2020
Shopee, the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan, identifies four major e-commerce trends in 2020. The retail landscape in the Philippines has been transformed due to increased social distancing efforts as the nation combats the spread of Covid-19. As a result, brands and sellers are venturing online in search of growth, while consumers turn to e-commerce to meet their shopping needs. Ruoshan Tao, Head of Marketing at Shopee Philippines said, “The year 2020 has changed the way we live, work, and shop. Brands and sellers across the region are stepping up their digitization efforts, with e-commerce becoming a key channel for them to sustain and grow their businesses.…
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Kristoffer Martin Plays Abused Son in Suklob
Kristoffer Martin is back in another heart-tugging, true-to-life story of an abused son in Tanikala presents Suklob, this Good Friday, April 10, 5:30 p.m. on GMA. Kristoffer, as Nett Gochuico, grew up doubting the existence of a loving God. Seen as bringing bad luck, he was physically abused by his father and was often blamed for the unfortunate events that happened in their family. The award-winning actor admits that he is always thrilled about taking on Tanikala roles. To Kristoffer, his widely acclaimed character in Buyonero and now in Suklob ]are some of the most challenging to portray because they have such a huge impact on its viewers. “When we…
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Oyayi TV is Back with “HOMESKULITAN” for Kids to Enjoy During the Quarantine
Are your kids beginning to get bored at home because of the enhanced community quarantine? Worry no more! Oyayi is bringing back all of its episodes so you and your kids can enjoy “HOMESKULITAN” during the quarantine period! Beginning April 6, FULL episodes of Oyayi can be streamed on YouTube. FREE homeschool discussion guides will be made available to help parents reinforce Oyayi’s valuable lessons, along with these episodes. This effort is CBN Asia’s response to the current COVID-19 situation in the country. Oyayi wishes to provide a fun, interactive, and educational homeschool experience for kids through HOMESKULITAN, to help them cope during the ECQ. Oyayi is a children’s TV…
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Coney Reyes is Wanda Woman in Wanda’s Wonderful World
Award-winning actress, television host, and producer Coney Reyes will once again grace your television screens as Wanda on the rerun of CBN Asia’s Holy Week special, Wanda’s Wonderful World, this Maundy Thursday, April 9, 5:30 p.m. on GMA. Co-starring with top-caliber actors, Tirso Cruz III and Ricky Davao, Coney Reyes breathes life to the character of Wanda. The CEO of a well-renowned events company, Wanda’s Wonderful World. Despite her successful career, Wanda still searches for love. She tries to fill the void in her heart left by a traumatic experience she had when she was young. WANDA WOMAN “Wanda is sort of a complicated character. But if you dig deep down…
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Celebrate Holy Week At Home with Superbook
Are you looking for ways to celebrate Holy Week with the entire family during the enhanced community quarantine? Then, celebrate Holy Week at home with Superbook. Good news! Chris, Joy and Gizmo will help you travel back in time to witness the awesome stories and miracles of Jesus! Superbook Reimagined will air on ABS-CBN every 6:00 a.m. from April 9 to 11, Maundy Thursday to Black Saturday. It will feature Jesus’ miracles in “Jesus Heals the Blind”; Jesus’ victory over temptation in “Jesus In the Wilderness”; and Jesus’ teaching about prayer in “Teach Us to Pray”. It will also air back-to-back episodes on Yey!, ABS-CBN’s kids channel, from April 6…
