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[PRESS RELEASE] Globe nurtures youth at 1st-ever student community builder pitch day

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  Marxandrea Diane. Cabato from DLSU-Manila presents on behalf of Google Developers Student Group at the Globe Student Community Builder Pitch Day. Over 150 students from 63 student organizations gathered for the first-ever Globe Student Community Builder Pitch Day, a platform designed to nurture student-led initiatives through mentorship, collaboration, and direct support from Globe. Held recently at The Globe Tower in Bonifacio Global City, the event brought together student leaders from across Metro Manila, Bulacan, and Cavite, allowing them to explore Globe’s innovative workspaces, forge meaningful connections, and present their passion projects to Globe teams. The event affirms Globe’s role as a genuine partner for the youth across different academic tracks— whether in Humanities and Social Sciences (HUMSS), Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM), or Accountancy, Business, and Management (ABM). Student participants were guided by Ka-Globe talents from the Inf...

[PRESS RELEASE] 0917 Lifestyle’s new Sanrio Collection merges style, fun, and function

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  Get ready to add a splash of cuteness to your wardrobe and tech accessories! 0917 Lifestyle, known for bringing passion and creativity to everyday essentials, is rolling out the 0917 Sanrio Collection, the latest must-have collaboration that blends nostalgia, fashion, and function. As Globe’s premier online shop for apparel and tech accessories, 0917 Lifestyle has partnered with global icons such as Disney, Marvel, Star Wars, Spongebob, SM Entertainment, and more to bring fans high-quality, collectible items. Expanding its legacy of successful collaborations, 0917 Lifestyle teams up with Sanrio, the renowned Japanese company behind Hello Kitty, the beloved little girl with a red bow that has been capturing hearts since 1974. Sanrio is also home to many other beloved characters such as My Melody, Kuromi, Little Twin Stars, Cinnamoroll, Pompompurin, Gudetama, Aggretsuko, Chococat, Bad Badtz-Maru, and Keroppi, making it a natural fit for 0917’s ever-expanding selection of exclusive ...

[PRESS RELEASE] A new way of purposeful giving: Globe empowers customers to drive positive change with GoGIVE

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In line with its mission to uplift the lives of Filipinos, Globe has launched an innovative way to engage its customers in its mission of doing good. GoGIVE is an innovative feature within the GlobeOne app that enables Globe Prepaid users to support causes they deeply care about by using mobile data. GoGIVE provides a seamless way to align Filipinos’ digital lifestyle with purpose-driven action. Globe Prepaid customers can now help their advocacy of choice just by using their mobile data. When they go about their daily online activities such as streaming, gaming, messaging, and browsing, they can earn "hearts" that they can send as support to the causes they care about. For every GB of data used, Globe customers collect hearts that they can allocate to their chosen advocacy, including animal welfare, environmental protection, children's education, fighting hunger, and more. “GoGIVE is designed to inspire our customers to create lasting change. By simply going online, they...

[PRESS RELEASE] Emirates’ Aircrafted KIDS initiative reaches 700 young students across Asia

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Emirates donated handmade children’s backpacks made from upcycled aircraft interiors to children in India, Bangladesh, and Pakistan Dubai, UAE, April 4, 2025: Supporting children’s education and making meaningful connections within the communities it serves, Emirates has engaged with several educational entities across Asia; to provide 700 handmade schoolbags and essential stationery supplies directly to young students. Each schoolbag is a piece of history—a limited-edition bag from Emirates’ Aircrafted range, made from the fabrics and parts of Emirates’ iconic aircraft. With 1300 bags already distributed across Africa, the Asia Aircrafted KIDS delivery is part of a larger initiative by Emirates to repurpose and upcycle materials for the benefit of children across the globe. Aircrafted Kids by Emirates goes to Asia In India, Emirates collaborated with Smile Foundation India , a respected institution that provides education, healthcare, and livelihood programs to children aged between...

TOYCON SUMMER PRELUDE in OKADA Manila - March 29-30, 2025 - Free Admission!

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 We are taking over the Summer of 2025! The TOYCON SUMMER PRELUDE marks the start of our 22nd year, and the entire TOYCON PH community is heading to the Okada Manila's Crystal Pavilion on March 29 and 30, 2025! TOYCON's very first summer event brings together toy enthusiasts, collectors, and creators to celebrate the artistry and nostalgia behind various toys and collectibles. Mingle with amazing Sentai celebrities and voice actors from your favorite Japanese shows, catch cosplay stars both homegrown and international, jam with local musical performers, join exciting onstage games, panel discussions and buy from more than 100+ dealers in our amazing dealer floor! And best of all, Admission is 100% FREE!! Co-presented by: Okada Manila, Mana Underground, MINDstyle and GreatToysOnline.com. Thank you to our sponsors: CaliCo Toys, Hubbyte, GMA Store, Courtside, Bigboys Toy store, Cutting Edge, Gaming Library, Aezer, Solid Toys, Legendary Beast Studios, Hobby Stadium, Puzzlebox 3D, R...

[PRESS RELEASE] Spring into Cherry Blossom Season with These Exclusive Deals

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  Score an exclusive deal to top travel destinations from March 18-19 with GCash and Klook! Manila, Philippines – The month of March marks one of the biggest travel months in Asia, because it’s when the streets and parks in countries like Japan and Korea are lined with beautiful, blooming cherry blossoms. With the season only lasting until April, it’s important that you and your travel buddies plan ahead to make unforgettable memories together. If you need help deciding where to spend cherry blossom season, read on to learn more about Asia’s top sakura destinations! Blossom unforgettable memories in Japan and Korea Japan is renowned as the ultimate cherry blossom season destination, with so many cities offering different activities, but one of the most iconic experiences is taking a day tour of the city of Hakone, and the UNESCO World Heritage site and highest mountain in all of Japan: Mount Fuji. Hakone is a few kilometers away from Mount Fuji that boasts of beautiful flora, a pe...

[PRESS RELEASE] Win big, redeem more, and give back with Globe Rewards before March 31

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Globe is giving customers more ways to maximize their points before they expire on March 31, 2025, transforming the rewards experience by turning everyday points into opportunities for thrilling wins, essential redemptions, and life-changing goals. “As we approach points expiry, we want to ensure that customers fully enjoy the value of their Globe Rewards points,” said Peter Redan Ramirez, Head of Loyalty at Globe. “This year’s offers go beyond simple redemptions, creating exciting opportunities for customers to win prizes, enjoy exclusive perks, and support a worthwhile cause.” While nearly 3 million Globe customers have redeemable points, many are unaware of their balances, lose track of their accumulated rewards, or feel rushed when redeeming them. To ensure that every point counts, Globe Rewards is introducing March Haves – three exciting ways to engage customers whether they have points or not. ● G-Gantic Goals empowers customers to support animal welfare and provide rescu...

[PRESS RELEASE] Emirates expands global network with the official introduction of three new destinations: Shenzhen in China, Da Nang in Vietnam, and Siem Reap in Cambodia

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Emirates becomes first Middle Eastern carrier to operate daily to Shenzhen from July 1, 2025, extending its presence to four Chinese mainland gateways including Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou New linked service between Da Nang and Siem Reap via Bangkok offers multiple, convenient weekly services to both leisure destinations Dubai, UAE, March 7, 2025: Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, is set to further strengthen its presence across Asia with the launch of daily non-stop flights between Dubai and Shenzhen from July 1, 2025*. The airline will also introduce four weekly services to Da Nang on June 2* and three weekly flights to Siem Reap from June 3* with both cities connecting via Bangkok. The addition of Shenzhen, Da Nang and Siem Reap, puts Emirates ahead of the curve with the largest and most diversified route network among any non-Asian airline in East Asia, offering 269 flights per week from Dubai to 24 points. This latest expansion also marks Emirates’ fourth ga...

[PRESS RELEASE] Globe brings GoRoam to China, Turkey, Oman for affordable and convenient connectivity

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Globe is making international travel more convenient and cost-effective for both travelers and overseas Filipino workers, expanding GoRoam to China, Turkey, and Oman. With these new additions, travelers can access affordable, country-specific roaming plans in 17 locations worldwide, staying connected without the hassle of switching SIMs, queuing at the airport to get a local pocket WiFi, or having to stay within a certain perimeter of a WiFi device to stay connected. GoRoam gives customers access to reliable, high-speed mobile internet at rates similar to local SIMs, letting travelers go online for as little as Php23 per day. Those staying long term in these destinations will also get to access sites restricted in their destination countries even without spending extra on VPN. The latest offers come with affordable and extended validity options, catering to both short-term tourists and long-term travelers: ● GoRoam China – 15GB for 10 days at P800 ● GoRoam Turkey – 10GB for 30 days at...

[PRESS RELEASE] marhaba opens new airport lounge in Clark, Philippines

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Airport hospitality brand continues to enhance global offering to elevate passenger experience Angeles City, March 3, 2025 —marhaba, part of dnata and a leading global airport hospitality brand, continues its expansion in the Philippines with the launch of a new, spacious lounge at Clark International Airport (CRK). The addition complements marhaba’s renowned Meet & Greet services, which have been available at the airport’s Terminal 2 since 2023. Located at Gate 9 in the departure terminal, the new marhaba lounge offers a comfortable and stylish retreat for up to 170 guests. Travelers can enjoy a diverse all-day buffet, featuring local and international cuisine, along with a variety of hot and cold beverages. Guests can unwind in private sleeping pods, watch live TV, or stay productive in dedicated business meeting rooms, while benefitting from complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi. The lounge also includes a private mother’s room, shower facilities and prayer rooms to accommodate the nee...