Operating on the principle that access to computers is essential for students, iQor Philippines, a managed services provider of customer engagement and technology-enabled business process outsourcing solutions, has donated 413 refurbished computers to the Department of Education (DepEd), benefiting 53 schools in Angeles City, Pampanga. The handover event, titled “Empowering Communities Through Education: iQor and...
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SmarTrade, ATFX strengthen partnership to drive Filipinos’ financial empowerment
SmarTrade, a training and consultancy company providing free financial education led by its president and CEO Joyce Mayo, recently welcomed key executives of global online trading broker ATFX to its headquarters in Makati City, Philippines. The visit of ATFX’s chief commercial officer Siju Daniel, Southeast Asia CEO Jeff Hsu, and business development manager Journey Zeng...
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First K-Pop Academy in PH culminates in recital
The Korean Cultural Center in the Philippines (KCC) has concluded the first ever K-Pop Academy in the country, a groundbreaking event that thrilled local K-Pop enthusiasts. The K-Pop Academy ran from July 5 to Aug. 2 and culminated in a recital on Aug. 3 that showcased the talent and hard work of the first batch...
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Warning out against online misrepresentation, other scams
A leading advocate for financial literacy in the Philippines has issued a warning for everyone to keep themselves informed and be vigilant against online scammers. SmarTrade, which continues to help individuals make informed financial decisions through free online learning sessions and personalized coaching, has demonstrated the value of digital platforms in businesses, offering tools that...
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2024 ‘K-Culture’ presents Korean and Filipino talents in Manila and Cebu
“K-Culture Next Door” returns bigger and better under the auspices of the Korean Cultural Center in the Philippines (KCC), at two locations—SM Mall of Asia Music Hall in Manila on May 4-5 and SM Seaside City Cebu, the Mountain Wing Atrium and Skyhall on June 15-16. The KCC is holding the festival to celebrate 75...
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Six Filipino women show the way
Women who have marked the political landscape with grit and grace and who continue to engage the burning issues of the day for the people’s general benefit are the subjects of a new book, “Six Filipino Women for Justice.” Published by San Anselmo Press and edited by Asunción David Maramba, the book features profiles of...
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After K-pop and K-drama, K-beauty comes naturally
Here’s an invitation to enjoy a day of immersion in the world of K-beauty through various booths and a lecture by a Korean makeup artist. “K-Beauty Hangout” is scheduled on April 12, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., at SM Aura (Level 3, Atrium) in Taguig City, and organized by the Korean Cultural Center in the Philippines and...
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Pagbilao residents assured of free Wi-Fi access under partnership
PAGBILAO, Quezon—Local residents will soon have free access to the internet under a partnership forged between municipal officials and a leading provider of digital connectivity. A memorandum of agreement was signed last March 25 by key officials of Pagbilao, a first-class municipality of Quezon, and Integrated Digital Outdoor (IDo) Solutions at the municipal court. “Today...
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Women in a Masbate barangay champion education
After completing their chores, eight mothers in Barangay Tugbo in Masbate come together to take on another role: as literacy champions for themselves and their children. Erlinda Cabarles, a mother of seven, rises at 3 a.m. to do her household routine. While her family sleeps, she cooks, cleans, and prepares for the day. She is...
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Filipino wins in Southeast Asia live trading competition
A Filipino based in Davao is the top winner in the ATFX Southeast Asia Live Trading Competition, besting other participants from across the region. Two competitors from Thailand made it to the second and third spots. Glimar Reyes, a 35-year-old family man who works full-time in the food and beverage industry, started trading in November 2023. He...