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Friends, family and online apps: Where Filipinos go when they're short on cash

by Jap Tobias - May 1, 2022 - 10:06am

Borrowing will remain whenever Filipinos are financially challenged, and as long as accessibility of financial services remain unaddressed.

Small business, big dreams: Turn your passions into profitable ventures through e-commerce

by Jap Tobias - April 26, 2022 - 10:20am

With the offer of safe and convenient payment options, a wide assortment, and exciting Shoppertainment features like livestreams and games in the app, it’s no wonder Lazada has become such an integral part...

Priced under P10,000: 5 things that make Redmi Note 11 the king of value phones

by Jap Tobias - April 5, 2022 - 10:00am

From processor to design, the Redmi Note 11 got all the bases pretty much covered for a friendly price of under P10,000—making it truly a value phone to beat this 2022!

Cryptocurrency is becoming the next big thing in the Philippines. It could be for you too.

by Jap Tobias - April 4, 2022 - 10:37am

As economic situations continue to push people to be more strategic in finances and investments, adoption of crypto will significantly rise in the coming years. Still, there's a lot of groundwork that needs to be...

Inside GCash: 'G Nation' sparks innovations to make financial inclusion a reality for all

by Jap Tobias - April 1, 2022 - 3:59pm

More than just a typical fintech workplace, GCash has embraced being a company that celebrates and supports the social advocacies, interests and even the small businesses of their talents.

As pandemic rains on their parade, Panagbenga performers yearn to hit the streets again

by Jap Tobias - March 11, 2022 - 1:04pm

In an interview with Philstar.com, Panagbenga performers share what they missed for three years and what they look forward to in the future.

Globe, child rights advocates urge public to make internet safer for kids

by Jap Tobias - February 14, 2022 - 9:53am

With the Philippines being the world's largest known source of online child sexual exploitation in 2020, Globe is determined to take a more proactive role with different organizations in making the internet safer...

INFOGRAPHIC: 5 ways to send love all year round with GrabExpress

by Jap Tobias - January 31, 2022 - 5:45pm

This new year, GrabExpress will continue to provide Filipinos with a convenient and affordable delivery service to help them stay connected with their loved ones, near or far, this 2022.

Globe steps up donation drive for Odette victims, mounts concert fundraiser

by Jap Tobias - January 6, 2022 - 11:24am

Harping on the Christmas spirit of giving, the company launched its Globe Holiday Help Drive and gathered artists and musicians to offer performances and raise funds for the typhoon victims through Globe Rewards...

5 ways to keep kids energized when schooling at home

by Jap Tobias - January 4, 2022 - 2:50pm

We can’t let this pandemic stop our children from being the best they can be! Here are five things we can do to keep them energized and motivated:

Gen Zs can help end the pandemic through this 4-point hygiene agenda

by Jap Tobias - December 27, 2021 - 11:47am

As we slowly find our way out of this challenge, what will be our next move to unlock the “better normal” and take back control of our future? Lifebuoy and Redcross have a game plan.

For your holiday gifts: Let GrabExpress handle your deliveries like VIPs

by Jap Tobias - December 24, 2021 - 9:35am

This holiday season, Grab brings us closer to our loved ones by making sure there’s a Grab Express delivery solution for all of our gifts.

3 tips to beat bad 'budols' and online scammers this holiday and beyond

by Jap Tobias - December 23, 2021 - 12:05pm

Especially during holidays when everyone is spending their savings, Christmas bonuses, and 13th-month pay to buy gifts for themselves and their loved ones, scammers are on the lookout for their next victims, and...

Is your home ready for the holidays? Here are 3 need-to-have appliances

by Jap Tobias - December 22, 2021 - 2:45pm

As Filipinos, being hospitable is a trait innate to us, and it usually involves making sure that your home is clean and is at its best from corner to corner to ensure that anyone who visits will have a good tim...

Globe goes beyond telco, seeks to move enterprises toward digital transformation

by Jap Tobias - December 13, 2021 - 11:40am

As a consumer service company, Globe believes that anticipating the needs of customers drives the solutions they offer and innovate. Hence, the reason why they’re going beyond being a telco company.

Delivery-partners in viral cake and lugaw deliveries more hopeful because of Grab

by Jap Tobias - December 13, 2021 - 9:55am

Marvin Ignacio and Jonnele Duran share some life updates and how they’ve been continuing to find hope and opportunities for a better life with the help of Grab.

5 best tech gifts that will make you the coolest ninong, ninang this Christmas

by Jap Tobias - December 10, 2021 - 3:55pm

It can be a hassle thinking about presents, but Philstar.com curated a list of the best tech gifts and the best deals from the ASUS Share 2021 campaign!

How the new Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE lets you pursue your own style, passion

by Jap Tobias - December 10, 2021 - 1:05pm

Sleek and on fleek, this smartphone may have lite in its name, but it’s loaded with features and capabilities that completely make sense for anyone who wants to show off their personality.

Remember these 5 tips to get your Christmas shopping done early

by Jap Tobias - November 17, 2021 - 5:39pm

We all better be prepared for the comeback of the holiday rush and get our Christmas shopping done early.

Looking to switch to a new credit card? You can now get it done in as fast as 5 minutes with Citi

by Jap Tobias - November 17, 2021 - 2:00pm

Thanks to the latest digital innovation brought to you by the country’s largest foreign bank, this is now possible.

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