MANILA, Philippines – The holiday excitement is in full swing with only a few weeks left until Christmas. As the season fast approaching, GCash is thrilled to bring back its Merry GCash celebration – now bigger than ever!

This year, it promises to be even more rewarding to make sure you get the most out of every transaction. Whether you’re selecting thoughtful gifts for your loved ones, organizing a get-together meal with friends, or booking activities for your holiday getaway, GCash ensures Lahat ay Merry with exciting offers.

From special offers of up to 50% on your favorite brands to exclusive deals at this season’s biggest holiday bazaars, there’s a lot to discover. And, the best of them all is the Grand Raffle with 10 MILLION WINNERS – the biggest Christmas giveaway of GCash yet, with up to PHP 10,000 GCash credits up for grabs every week!

Here’s everything you need to know about this year’s Merry GCash celebration:

1. Get the Chance to Win Everyday with the GCash Merry Mystery Gift Promo

From November 15, 2024 to January 3, 2025, GCash is making sure every transaction comes with a chance to win. Offering plenty of exciting prizes everyday, here’s how you can be a winner:

1. Use GCash daily by making any transaction to earn raffle tickets. Raffle entries are earned whenever you pay locally or abroad whether online or in-store. You can also get more entries when you Send Money, pay Bills, and buy Load in the GCash app and Borrow with GCash via GCredit, GLoan, or GGives.

2. Each successful transaction unlocks a GCash Merry Mystery Gift filled with potential prizes.

3. Tap any Mystery Gift to reveal your potential reward!

Aside from the PHP 10,000 weekly prizes, you can also look forward to exciting prizes from Alipay+, such as merchant discounts worth 50% off from foodpanda, up to 20% from SHEIN, and more. You can also win GCash credits worth Php 100 to Php 1,000!

2. Kickstart Your Gift Shopping at These GCash Partner Bazaars

Holiday bazaars are a beloved Filipino tradition, and this year, GCash is also partnering with some of the season’s biggest bazaars to get you started on your gift shopping.

At each of these bazaars, visit the Merry GCash Christmas Village to take photos with GCat & Friends, sign up for your first GCash Card at a discounted price of PHP 200, and complete a series of tasks on the Merry G Bingo Card to redeem a prize!

From stylish bags & clothes for mom to unique toys for the kids and even new perfume options for dad, these bazaars have it all. So, be sure not to miss the Merry GCash Christmas Village on these dates:

• Noel Bazaar: November 15-17, November 22-December 1, and December 12-15

• Spectrum Fair: November 9-10, 16-17, and December 7-8

• Trendsetter’s Bazaar: December 10-15 and 17-23

3. More Promos for More Merry Celebrations

Starting November 15, GCash is bringing you even more holiday cheer with promos up to 50% off all your purchases!

You can shop at all your favorite brands like Complex Lifestyle Store, Nike, edamama, Bench, for the perfect holiday gifts and enjoy exclusive discounts when you pay with GCash.

Planning a potluck celebration with your barkada? Score deals at foodpanda, Boozy, Seattle’s Best, or Domino’s and bring everyone’s favorite dishes to the table.

If you’re planning to head out this holiday season, enjoy exclusive offers on Klook with GCash, whether it’s for local adventures or a hotel staycation to make memories with your loved ones.

With GCash, this holiday season is guaranteed to be more rewarding. From exciting deals to everyday rewards, GCash has you covered for all your Christmas traditions. Download the GCash app today, tap Merry GCash beside your GCash wallet balance in the home page, and follow @gcashofficial for updates on exclusive promos this Christmas season!

Inclusive employment program. To date, over 400 senior citizens and persons with disabilities have benefitted from Jollibee Group’s inclusive employment program being implemented in various cities and municipalities. The company recently signed its first provincial-level partnership in Rizal, the biggest of its scale for the quick-service restaurant industry in the country.

MANILA, Philippines.– The Jollibee Group has teamed up with the provincial government of Rizal, led by Governor Nina Ynares, to offer temporary jobs to senior citizens (SCs) and persons with disabilities (PWDs). This is the first provincial-level partnership of the Jollibee Group and the biggest of its scale in the food industry, marking an important step in the company’s commitment to fostering equitable employment opportunities and to making workplaces more inclusive.

MOA Signing in Taytay, Rizal with Mayor Allan Martine de Leon (front, 6th from left)

As of September 2024, the Jollibee Group’s program has hired over 400 qualified SCs and PWDs for select stores of its participating brands like Jollibee, Chowking, Burger King, and Greenwich in the cities of Manila, Muntinlupa, Pasig, Quezon City, and Antipolo.

For the Rizal Province alone, an additional 60 SCs and PWDs will be hired to work at 20 stores of Jollibee, Chowking, and Greenwich. They will be helping out in roles like welcoming customers and assisting with table service. The program is ongoing in Antipolo City and in the municipality of Taytay, while San Mateo and Tanay will commence the program after the recent signings of the memorandum of agreement (MOA). Work is also underway for the finalization of MOA with the municipalities of Rodriguez and Teresa.

MOA Signing in Tanay Rizal with Mayor Rafael Tanjuatco (seated, 2nd from right) and Vice Mayor Rex Manuel Tanjuatco (seated, far left)

“We are happy to support the efforts of Rizal Province in advancing the interest of the elderly and PWDs. Through this partnership, we will be able to help those who have the capacity and desire to work and give them the opportunity to join us in our mission of bringing the joy of eating to everyone,” said Ruth Angeles, Chief Human Resources Officer, JFC Philippines, and Head for Human Resources, Jollibee Brand International.

MOA Signing in San Mateo, Rizal with Mayor Bartolome Rivera (seated, 3rd from right)

The Jollibee Group aims to continue expanding the program with more partnerships in different regions, with a goal of hiring more than 500 seniors and PWDs by 2025.

Remix Single [Re: Thinkin’ About You]

November 20, 2024 I 6PM KST

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H1-KEY has released ‘Re: Thinkin’ About You‘ in collaboration with SB19’s JOSH CULLEN.

‘Re: Thinkin’ About You’ is a remix track of ‘Thinkin’ About You,’ the first series from H1-KEY’s ‘H1-KEYnote’ released in January this year. SB19’s JOSH CULLEN, a member of the globally loved group known for ‘GENTO,’ participated in writing the rap lyrics in the form of a response track.”

‘Re: Thinkin’ About You’ is a warm and cozy pop track that contains JOSH CULLEN’s response to a realistic and mature breakup. The emotional vocals of H1-KEY’s members, which blend perfectly with the cold season, are impressive, and JOSH CULLEN’s unique rap adds to the track, allowing listeners to experience their story from two different perspectives on the same breakup.

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01. Re: Thinkin’ About You

Lyrics by 라이언전, Martin Stilling, Moa Pettersson Hammar, KIDDO & JOSH CULLEN

Composed by 라이언전, Martin Stilling, Moa Petterson Hammar, KIDDO

Arranged by 라이언전, Martin Stilling

Vocal Directed by 시우(SIU), 김민구(NiNE)

Background Vocals by 페리(Perrie)

Programming – 라이언전, Martin Stilling

Recorded by 박정호 @Titan Recording Studio

Digital Edited by 김지현 @doobdoob Studio

Engineered for Mix by 박남준 @GLAB Studios

Mixed by 신봉원 @GLAB Studios

Mastered by 권남우 @821 Sound Mastering

Original Publishers: STARTION, Whizz Kid Publishing GmbH / Hanseatic Musikverlag GmbH, The Very Good Music Publishing/Sony Music Publishing Scandinavia AB (STIM)

Sub-Publishers: STARTION, Warner Chappell Korea, Sony Music Publishing Korea

PRESENTED BY GLG 

Get Php 4,000 worth of CASIO vouchers and more when you buy Lenovo devices!

[Manila, Philippines] November 19, 2024 – Lenovo, global leader in consumer technology, is gearing up to make the holiday season even more exciting with its Holiday Shopping Spree Promo. Starting from November 1 until December 31, 2024, customers across the Philippines can take advantage of exclusive deals and freebies when purchasing select Lenovo devices from authorized resellers.

This year, Lenovo is bringing smarter technology for all, offering irresistible gifts with every purchase of the latest Legion, Yoga, LOQ, IdeaPad, and IdeaCentre devices, ensuring there’s a perfect Lenovo product for every tech lover. Whether you’re buying a gaming laptop for the holiday season or upgrading your home office setup, Lenovo’s wide range of devices ensures a smarter, more productive experience for all users in preparation for the coming new year.

Unwrap Exciting Freebies This Holiday Season

Filipino techies can look forward to premium freebies that come with the purchase of Lenovo’s best-in-class devices. Customers will receive exciting gifts such as the 8GB ADATA RAM, Canon Pixma MG2570S Printer, a Php 4,000 CASIO voucher, or a Lenovo L15 Monitor, depending on the product they buy. With freebies worth up to PHP 10,495, this promo delivers the best added value for every purchase this holiday season.

Here are some of the exciting offers available during the Holiday Shopping Spree Promo:

Shoppers can find the full list of participating Lenovo products, freebies, and redeeming instructions at promotions.lenovo.com.

How to Redeem Your Freebie

To redeem the freebie, Lenovo customers just need to follow these simple steps:

1. Purchase a qualifying Lenovo product from November 1 to December 31, 2024, at any authorized reseller.

2. Visit promotions.lenovo.com and fill out the redemption form with the required details such as proof of purchase, serial number, and personal information.

3. Customers will be notified via email within 5–7 business days on the status of their redemption, and successful applicants will receive their freebies within 5–14 business days.

The promo is not open to corporate purchases, wholesale orders, or employees of Lenovo Philippines and its partners. For full promo mechanics, visit the official website.

Make the Season Smarter with Lenovo’s AI-Powered Devices

Lenovo’s latest line of cutting-edge technology, including its AI-enabled devices, makes this the perfect time to upgrade your tech setup. Whether you’re a gamer, a student, or a professional, Lenovo’s product lineup ensures optimized performance and a more intuitive user experience for all. With the holiday season just around the corner, there’s no better time to treat yourself or a loved one to a new Lenovo device and enjoy exclusive freebies!