Photos and videos of matinee idol John Lloyd Cruz have been surfacing after being on hiatus from the showbusiness since 2017.




Cruz, one of the most bankable actors of the Philippine cinema and very effective endorser once again proved that his fans are still waiting for his return. In a teaser video, which lasted only for a few seconds and only shows the back shot of Cruz’s, and posted in the Facebook page of the number one selling shawarma Turks a few weeks ago had been viewed 3.2M times, shared almost 800 times and gained a huge number of comments.




Without any clue in that teaser video, his fans already assumed that it was him in the video. Actress Bea Alonzo on her Instagram also posted a screenshot of that teaser video, which garnered almost a million likes.




This Monday morning Turks finally revealed in the 1-minute and 17 seconds video of Cruz showing the actor walking through different destinations, which somehow depicts Cruz’s sojourn. The video is very simple, yet there’s drama the way it was created, and in a very subtle shot, he stopped and took a bite of a Turks pita donner.



The rugged look of Cruz in the Turks video titled Ang Pagbabalik is way too far from his guy-next-door image and a lot of people in the industry are asking if this signals his return to the limelight. His fans are still wondering about the life he’s been living since his hiatus.




According to Turks president Gem L. Zenarosa that during the course of his talks with Cruz, they never talked anything about his showbiz career or plans. He added that he got Mr. Cruz as the latest ambassador of Turks because of his great confidence working with Cruz.

“I am really grateful that John Lloyd trusts our company, he is a brilliant and very creative young man. Aside from acting we have discovered some of his remarkable talents,” Zenarosa stressed.

The Ang Pagbabalik according to Zenarosa is actually about Turks Small Pita Doner, which will be available again in all its branches.

“John Lloyd is the best endorser for this because like him, despite his absence in the showbusiness for a couple of years, the warmth and love of his fans for him never dwindles. With our Small Pita Doner we believe that our customers will be happy to know that it is back in our menu,” Zenarosa explained.

Just like Cruz who is seen to have a different image since he last appeared in the big screen, a clear indication that the actor is recreating himslef and exploring different grounds, Turks is also doing the same thing to keep its customers excited whenever they visit a branch.




In time for the release of Cruz's endorsement video, Turks also released to the market its newest offering --- Turks Rice Bowl, which is a complete meal. You can choose beef or chicken for your rice topping, and it is priced at P50. The Small Pita Donner on the other hand, is priced at P35.

"To keep up with the demands of our customers, Turks continues to improve our menu and offerings to satisfy the discriminating taste of our loyal patrons," Zenarosa stressed.

John Lloyd Cruz now joins the roster of endorsers of Turks such as Piolo and Inigo Pascual.



To watch the full video of Ang Pagbabalik visit https://youtu.be/Uh0WwLnIEDQ. You can also watch the video on Turk FB page: official.turks.

1. More Filipinos are shopping online

2. Geography shapes online shopping habits in the Philippines

3. Men are shopping online more often, and more widely

In time for the Shopee Super Fashion and Beauty Sale on April 26, Shopee, the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan, launches a 3-part mini web series called Shopee Makeover Madness on Facebook from April 24 to 26.






Shopee Makeover Madness is an exciting social media contest where three lucky participants, Lilibeth Hernandez, Adrian Olivarez, and Aprille Gelera, nominated by their friends and family will get an all-expenses-paid makeover from popular celebrity fashion stylist, Myrrh Lao To and Beauty Vlogger Raiza Contawi.






One of the winners, Aprille Gelera, is a single mother who lost her husband in an accident only a year after their marriage. She now has a beautiful three-year-old boy and she also takes care of her mother.






Users can find out more about Aprille and the other winner’s stories by catching the series on Shopee’s Facebook page from April 24 to 26.

Happening on April 26, the Shopee Super Fashion and Beauty Sale will feature 24 hours of storewide sales, flash deals, and free shipping with a lower minimum spend of ₱199. Users can expect countless fashion and health and beauty shops selling make-up, fragrances, personal care products, women’s apparel, and accessories with discounts up to 90% off.






For more information about the Shopee Makeover Madness, click here.


Don’t forget to check out the Shopee Super Fashion and Beauty Sale on April 26 at https://shopee.ph/m/super-fashion-beauty-sale.






Visit the Shopee website at https://shopee.com or download the Shopee app for free via the App Store or Google Play.

Every Saturday, Al Kim Joshua Baptisma and his mom Lerma have an early lunch so they can take a three-hour trip to a Fun Clinic in Quezon City. The weekly clinics are in preparation for the PWD Fun Run organized by the Kaakibat na mga may Autismo sa Pilipinas (KASPI)-Mpc, a support group for parents of persons with autism and other neuro-developmental disabilities.

It’s a long commute from their residence in Las Pinas to the UP Oval in Diliman where the clinics are usually held, but there is nothing that will hold back Al Kim from going to a place where he can feel good about himself. Being on the autism spectrum, 22-year old Al Kim does not have many options for social interaction and community involvement. His parents encouraged him to go into sports as a way of releasing physical energy and being with peers. Al Kim had his first taste of organized running when he joined a 5km run at the SM Mall of Asia.


“Running is a perfect sport for people like Al Kim”, says his mother Lerma. “There are no difficult techniques or rules required, no expensive gear, and can be done by just about anyone who shows up”.


Al Kim has come to love running -- although it is not just the sport itself that enthuses him, but its being able to connect with others who accept him and do not mind that he sometimes asks the same questions over again. He enjoys talking to everyone – with his co-participants and, even more so, with the helpful student volunteers from UP Kinetics and the UP Special Education Council (UPSEC). He has taken on the role of welcoming and easing in newcomers into the group, and immediately asks about those who do not show up. Once he engages in a conversation, he will most likely remember most of the details.

Al Kim is one of the developmentally-challenged individuals who will put in their best efforts during the PWD Fun Run to show that, with support and encouragement, they can succeed in sports and other productive endeavors.

The PWD Fun Run: PWeDe Pala, Hetdo Kami, Join Kayo will be held on May 26, starting at 5:30 a.m. at the UP Academic Oval, Diliman. Participants can join the full 11K run, or catch up at 5:45 a.m. and 6 a.m. for the 6.6K and 2.2K runs, respectively. Registration sites are at the Garmin sites at the SM Mall of Asia, SM North Edsa, and SM Megamall. Details are available at the PWD Fun Run page on Facebook.

Proceeds for the Fun Run will move KASPI toward its goal of putting up an activity center for individuals with neuro-developmental disabilities and helping them transition to a more independent and productive future.

Kuala Lumpur, 26 March 2019) The world’s largest and fastest growing international health & beauty retailer A.S. Watson Group celebrates an important milestone as it opens its 15,000th store.   Dominic Lai, Group Managing Director of A.S. Watson Group (middle) is joined by two Watsons Malaysia Elite members (3rd from left and 1st from right) , together with Malina Ngai, Group Chief Operating Officer of A.S. Watson Group (4th from right), Alan Heaton, Group Finance Director of A.S. Watson Group (3rd from right), Ann Lau, Group People Director (Asia) of A.S. Watson Group (2nd from right), Rod Routley, Regional Managing Director (Asia) of A.S. Watson Group (4th from left), Caryn Loh, Managing Director of Watsons Malaysia (2nd from left) and Nur Rashmeen, Store Manager of Central i-City store (1st from left) at the opening ceremony of the A.S. Watson Group 15,000th Store Opening Event.

For the fourth year in a row, A.S. Watson’s new store opening continues to be at an average speed of one store every seven hours across its 25 markets in Asia and Europe.


The worldwide 15,000th store opening of A.S. Watson coincides with its 500th store opening of Watsons in Malaysia, one of the fastest growing countries for beauty and wellness products. Watsons is the flagship retail brand of A.S. Watson with over 7,200 stores in 13 markets in Asia and Eastern Europe.

In the Philippines, Watsons has already 752 stores. In the province of Bulacan there are twenty (20) stores including stores inside SM City San Jose del Monte, SM City Marilao, SM City Baliwag, and SM Center Pulilan.

SAN JOSE DEL MONTE CITY – Summer will surely get hotter as SM City San Jose del Monte bring the most anticipated 3 Day Sale on May 3, 4 and 5 with up to 70% off on great finds!



Get ready shoppers! Don’t miss the awesome deals, as the great discount apply to countless items mall-wide. Catch the most fashionable swim wears and summer outfits at The SM Store and Surplus. SM Appliance Center, Ace Hardware, and SM Supermarket also offers appliances that helps you beat the summer heat. Don’t forget about skin scare, hair care and medicines, Watsons has it all for you. And when going on an outing, SM Supermarket has a lot of deals to offer. Japan’s fastest fashion designer brand, Miniso, also offers goods for summer such as sun block lotions and mini fans.

Mall entrances will open at 9:00AM to 11:00PM on May 3&4, and 10:00AM to 10:00PM on May 5. Shopping could even give you the chance to win one of three Suzuki Skydrive Sport Motorcycle.

Shoppers can enjoy BDO Rebates up to 10% on credit cards and 3% on debit cards. May 3 is Prestige Friday! All prestige card holders can shop all day from mall opening until it closes with additional 10% discount. SM Advantage Card holders can also get the same discount on SMAC Saturday, from 9AM until 12NN, and on Sunday Special from 5-7PM.

Watch out for movie line up at SM Cinema to wrap up your shopping experience. Avenger’s End Game is still showing and it is a must watch movie this season.

Mark your calendars and set your alarms to enjoy great discounts! Again, don’t miss the amazing bargains only at SM City San Jose del Monte on May 3, 4 and 5. It is SM 3 Day Sale after all!

For more mall events and updates don’t forget to like and check SM City San Jose del Monte’s official Facebook Page at https://www.facebook.com/SMCitySanJoseDelMonte/.

Spectacular music, marvelous choreography of fireworks, all in one breathtaking evening… SM Center Pulilan once again transforms the skyline into an outdoor audiovisual feast with Pulilan Fireworks Competition on May 5 at the Mall’s Open Carpark.

Following the success of the previous year’s Fireworks display dubbed as “Pulilan Fireworks Spectacle”, Pulilan Fireworks Competition goes big as it will feature top-notch compositions of pyrotechnicians hailing from different provinces in Luzon including Batangas, Ilocos, Laguna, Pampanga, and Isabela.

Thousands of spectators from different ages, and groups are expected to gather and watch as the five provinces battle for “sky supremacy” at the mall’s open carpark with their spectacular fireworks display blended with rhythmical music.

“We continue to celebrate the province as the pyrotechnic capital of the country, and with this, we are happy to welcome other provinces of Luzon as they showcase their unique entries” shares SM Center Pulilan Assistant Mall Manager Apple G. De Leon. “We hope to delight shoppers as SM Center Pulilan offers the best vantage point to view the fireworks” Ms. De Leon added.

Shoppers can have the rare opportunity to see the pyro-musical by redeeming event passes until May 5 at SM Center Pulilan Mall Atrium. By simply presenting single or accumulated receipts, one thousand-peso worth of purchases guarantees shoppers one event pass. Double event passes are also in store for all SM Hypermarket transactions.

Also watch out as SM Center Pulilan continue to fire up summer with great finds and unbelievable discounts at PULILAN FESTIVAL SALE happening on May 10-14 and BACK TO SCHOOL SALE on May 31.

For inquiries, you may dial SM Center Pulilan’s Hotline at (044) 913.6388 or like SM Center Pulilan on Facebook for the event and promo updates.

There is no better way to escape the hot summer days than by quenching your thirst with an ice-cold drink while watching the coolest movies and videos in the comfort of your living room. 

Shopee celebrates exclusive launch of Temptations cat treats with “purr-fect” forum featuring cat care experts

• TEMPTATIONS™ Tasty Chicken Flavour 85gm
• TEMPTATIONS™ Tempting Tuna Flavour 85gm
• TEMPTATIONS™ Savoury Salmon Flavour 85gm

For many decades, LBC has provided service that goes above and beyond the norm to help customers.This is why it stands happy and proud behind the Aming Ligaya campaign, where LBC facilitates a more personal encounter between their exemplary LBC agents and customers they have served well.

Toy Kingdom brings you the most amazing inflatables, trendy floaters and splashy pools perfect, giving us more reasons why we Gotta Love Summer.

Plunge into the cool waters in style with unique and vibrant inflatables like the Flamingo Island, Mega Unicorn Island, Camel Pool float and Pop Rhino Ostrich floater. There are also trendy floaters inspired by kids’ favorite snacks; Popcorn Mat, Potato Chips Float, French Fries Float and Hamburger Island that will surely make you crave!

Summer is also more fun with exciting pool parties with family and friends. Check out this Prism Frame Oval Pool Set that is easy to assemble and comes in a huge size for the entire family to enjoy.

Escape from the dry and sandy deserts with this exclusive Camel Pool Float available at Toy Kingdom.

Toy Kingdom also has other stylish swim essentials for kids; Hydro Swim Glider set and Metallic Mermaid Tail for a more fun water adventure.

Glide into the waters with grace and elegance with this White Swan Ring. Available at Toy Kingdom.

Keep cool in stylish inflatables and floaters at Toy Kingdom. These amazing summer treats are available at The SM Store and Toy Kingdom of SM City Marilao, SM City Baliwag and SM City San Jose Del Monte. Also visit www.toykingdom.ph and follow ToyKingdomPH at Facebook for more updates.

The Redmi 7, the latest budget smartphone from global technology leader Xiaomi, sold out within 30 minutes after it was put on sale last April 5 on Shopee, the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan. This made the Redmi 7 the fastest-selling smartphone under ₱6,000 on Shopee Philippines. To celebrate the record- breaking feat, Shopee and Xiaomi will once again hold a Flash Deal for the Redmi 7 on April 10 at 2PM.

Xiaomi is known for smartphones with amazing features at an affordable price and the Redmi 7 lives up to that standard. Here are seven things you should know about this budget phone with a flagship-level design.

1. Premium-style design
The Redmi 7 offers an immersive viewing experience with its Dot Drop design and reduced bezels, that’s all Corning® Gorilla® Glass. The case may be plastic but it feels premium in the hand, especially with its stylish gradient back cover available in Comet Blue and Lunar Red.

2. Powerful processor
It runs on the Qualcomm® SnapdragonTM 632 mobile platform and boasts of an Antutu score of 52520, outperforming other phones in its price range. This gives the Redmi 7 support for a smooth gaming experience and makes it great for daily use.

3. Infrared (IR) Blaster
The Redmi 7 comes with an IR blaster that turns the phone into a universal remote to control devices and appliances. No need to search the whole house for the remote control, just use the Redmi 7.

4. Palm Shutter
Selfies can be hard to take, but not with the Redmi 7. Use its Palm Shutter feature to conveniently take pictures. Just flash a palm to the camera, like a high five, and the camera will instantly start a countdown timer perfect for getting selfies or groufies on point. Users should watch out because more gestures will be added soon.

5. 4,000 mAh battery
With a 4,000 mAh battery, the Redmi 7 can last up to 15 hours of continuous video playback, 26 hours of voice calls and an astounding 412 hours of standby time. Users can also listen to 3,778 tracks continuously on a single charge.

6. True dual sim tray
Many dual smartphones sport a hybrid sim card tray, where only one slot is dedicated to a sim card, and the other is a hybrid sim card-memory card slot. With the Redmi 7, on the other hand, users can have all three running at the same time with its three card tray - two slots for sim cards and one for the memory card. Perfect for people who want all their contacts and data in one device.

7. Available exclusively on Shopee
Last but not least, the Redmi 7 is available exclusively on Shopee and will go on Flash Deal at 2PM on April 10, where the Comet Blue Redmi 7 with 2GB RAM and 16GB memory will drop its price to ₱5,599, and the Redmi 7 variant with 3GB RAM and 32GB memory will be sold at the lower price of ₱6,299.

Visit the Xiaomi official store at https://shopee.ph/xiaomiofficialstoreph.
Download the Shopee app for free via the App Store or Google Play.

Beauty should never have been one or the other, as claimed by SkinWhite in their new
campaign.

Dark Skin versus White Skin. Does it really matter? Does one always have to be superior over the other? SkinWhite is saying otherwise.

One would wonder why a skin whitening brand such as SkinWhite would dare to say that dark skin is beautiful. “It’s all about choice”, says Rachelle Layda, Marketing Manager for Whitening of Splash Corporation. “SkinWhite is a brand that empowers women to choose. A choice to define their own standard of beauty. If you choose to have dark skin, you are beautiful. If you choose to have white skin, you are just as beautiful. The choice is yours, and SkinWhite respects that choice”.

The heat is rising as the prices keep dropping, with discounts up to 99%

MANILA, April 4, 2019 - Shopee, the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan, is raising the temperature by dropping prices to as low as ₱20 for some amazing products on the online shopping platform on today’s Shopee 4.4 Summer Bazaar.






Committed to giving its users the best online experience, Shopee is offering more items at huge discounts up to 99% today across different categories. Here are six amazing deals to watch out for at the Shopee 4.4 Summer Bazaar.

1. Avision 24" LED TV Black 24K786 With Wall Bracket

Watch your favorite TV shows in high definition with the Avision 24" LED TV. With a size of 24 inches, it will be easy to find a spot for this HD-ready TV in your house and start watching. You can also play your home movies on the Avision 24” LED TV as it comes with USB support for music, movies, and photos.

2. A&S Soundbar 100

Ever wanted to watch concerts in your home with excellent sound quality? Do just that with the A&S Soundbar 100. A&S is known for designing and manufacturing high quality and value for money consumer electronic products. Its Soundbar 100 comes with a smooth wireless connectivity featuring Bluetooth V4.2 streaming.

3. Wow! Fiesta Melody with free USB

Karaoke fans can have their next sing-along party for only ₱20 when they buy the Wow! Fiesta Melody at the Shopee 4.4. Summer Bazaar. It comes with thousands of built-in songs and a USB drive that functions as a multimedia player. Switch between video night and movie night effortlessly.

4. Bavin Unique Earphone High Power Music W/ Built-In Mic

Really get into the groove of what you’re listening to with the Bavin Unique Earphone High Power Music with Built-in Mic. Its 10 mm. HD HiFi speakers and 3D speakers gives users an immersive deep bass experience. Control everything you want to hear with just a few clicks of the remote.

5. Promate Tango-BT Foldable On-Ear Wireless Stereo Headset

Lovers of wireless headsets should take advantage of this sale and get the Promate Tango-BT Foldable On-Ear Wireless Stereo Headset. It is powered by a 250mAh battery that allows for 10 hours of use via Bluetooth. It features high-quality protein leather cushion padded cups for passive noise-cancellation.

6. Bluetooth Speaker W/ LED Alarm Clock Display

This Bluetooth speaker with an LED Alarm Clock Display is a steal because at only ₱20 you not only get a Bluetooth speaker and FM radio, but also a clock with alarm features. Every room should have one.



Shop these items and more exciting deals on the Shopee 4.4 Summer Bazaar now!


For more information about Shopee 4.4 Summer Bazaar, visit http://shopee.ph/4-4.


Download the Shopee app for free via the App Store or Google Play.

BDOI Southern Mindanao Unit Head Ranz Apolinario (center) flanked by FPG Insurance reps (L-R) Corporate Business Group (CBG) AVP Edmon Libao, President and CEO Ramon Dimacali, CBG Head and Regional Brokers Relations Beth Villamil, and Regional Managing Director Stephen Blasina

MANILA, Philippines – FPG Insurance, the major player in the general insurance industry, previously recognized its top brokers for 2018 at the annual broker’s night held recently at the Discovery Primea in Makati City. Member of the SM Group and BDO subsidiary, BDO Insurance Brokers, Inc. (BDOI), emerged as the Top Broker for 2018. BDOI has consistently been FPG’s top broker for three years in a row now with its General Manager Tracy Tan at the helm of its business.





Global brokerage leaders and two of the largest in country, AON Philippines and Marsh Philippines, are also among the top brokers for 2018 ranking second and third respectively.





Other awardees who made the list include Lacson & Lacson Insurance Brokers, Inc., Chinabank Insurance Brokers, Inc., Unicon Insurance Brokers Corporation, Gotuaco del Rosario Insurance Brokers, Inc., Bonifacio Insurance Brokers Corporation, Trinity Insurance Brokers, Inc., Eastwest Insurance Brokerage, Inc., Philpacific Insurance Brokers and Managers, and Howden Insurance & Reinsurance Brokers Philippines, Inc.

“FPG Insurance has reached great heights through the invaluable contribution of our esteemed brokers, and we continue to become the leading general insurance provider of the biggest names in the corporate industry. We are very excited with what 2019 has in store and together, our industry leadership can provide the best customer service our mutual clients expect from us,” said FPG Insurance President and CEO Ramon Dimacali.

The occasion was also a back-to-back celebration as FPG Insurance Regional Managing Director Steve Blasina announced the new role for Corporate Business Group Senior Vice President Beth Villamil as the company’s new Regional Brokers Relations Head.

“We are very privileged to have these reputable brokers in the insurance industry as our partners in providing risk management solutions to the most important businesses out there. FPG Insurance remains committed in providing the product of safety and peace of mind to everyone,” said Villamil.

FPG Insurance offers a comprehensive suite of corporate insurance products from motor fleet insurance, business travel, property, marine, casualty, financial lines, health and accident, surety bonds, and engineering.

For most youngsters, summer vacation is the best time to experience and learn new things, especially with friends and playmates. That is why the country’s leading fast-food chain is welcoming jollikids to its stores until May 31, 2019 for the Jollibee Kids Club (JKC) Mini Managers Camp.




Kids aged 4 to 12 years old can join the six-day camp to learn the importance of hard work and good values like leadership and responsibility through various engaging and fun activities. These include arts and crafts sessions, Yumburger making, ice cream making, fun games, and dancing.



During the camp, the Jollibee Mini Managers can also discover the world-class yet personal service that the Filipino brand is known for and learn the store’s best practices through helping the store crew welcome and greet customers as they come in, take orders while stationed behind the counter, and hand out take-home bags at the Drive-Thru window.




“As a program that offers kids a productive way to spend summer, the Jollibee Mini Managers Camp is the perfect venue for JolliKids to learn new values, develop new skills, and enhance their talent, all while interacting with other kids, making new friends, and simply enjoying their vacation,” said Charisse Sumulong, Jollibee Senior Marketing Manager for Channels and Kids Marketing.




As a bonus treat, all mini managers who finish the six-day camps are invited to regional Jollibee Mini Managers Camp Conventions around the country where they join their fellow batchmates and newfound friends in one grand culminating celebration to showcase their talents through various performances.




For only P650, parents and guardians can enroll their kids to the Mini Managers Camp at any participating Jollibee store nationwide. This includes a set of Mini Managers uniform, activity materials, and daily snacks. Returning Jollibee Mini Managers, who joined from last year’s camp, can register for only P350 if they still have their uniforms with them.




The Jollibee Kids Club Mini Managers Camp is already accepting participants to the best summer activity for youngsters, so hurry and sign up your aspiring Mini Managers today! For complete details and list of participating Jollibee stores nationwide, please visit http://bit.ly/2Tg0PZ7.