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Daily grind & morning rituals

There are stories about coffee that transcend the mere act of drinking a cup to kickstart one’s day. (You’re not going to meet deadlines and engage in side quests at the same time while in that netherworld between wakefulness and sleepiness; you’re going to need a bigger boat, er, better brew.)

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Philippine-based Indian production company marks 10th anniversary

Philippine-based Indian production Desi Matters celebrated their 10th year anniversary in the business with "Baisakhi Fest 2024" held in Hilton Manila in Newport City recently.

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The Budgetarian

Safe shopping: Protection plans for online purchases launched

Regional insurtech Igloo has partnered with e-commerce platform Lazada to offer Filipino shoppers protection plans for their online purchases.

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‘The Heart Effect’: Company attests to Heart Evangelista’s power to actually influence buyers

To tap today’s Millennials and Gen Z markets, many companies have commissioned influencers as endorsers, but how effective are influencers in influencing customers’ actual purchasing decisions?

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Kylie Verzosa returns to Cannes red carpet in custom Mark Bumgarner

Beauty queen-turned-actress Kylie Verzosa once again walked on the Cannes Film Festival red carpet in a customized dress by Mark Bumgarner.

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Electric Night Run for Hope set this weekend

Aiming for the participation of up 8,000 runners, the event will raise funds for the improvement and expansion of the Night Shelter of Hospicio De San Jose.

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'Unhinged': French woman gets lost in Glorietta 'maze'

A video of a French woman is going viral for her hilarious critique of a mall complex in Makati.

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Male hippo in Japan zoo turns out to be female

Betrayed by its DNA and unmanly toilet habits, a hippopotamus in Japan thought for seven years to be a he is in fact a she, the zoo where the wallowing giant lives said.

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Embark on a last-minute getaway adventure at Belmont Hotel Boracay

Yearning for an escape where one can delightfully enjoy spontaneous adventures by the pristine beach and crystal-clear waters? Belmont Hotel Boracay is thrilled to unveil its “Last Minute Getaway Deals,” offering its most unbeatable rates yet on unforgettable tropical travel experiences.

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Shopping Guide

Enjoy up to 50% off and Buy 1 Get 1 deals for Watsons Club members May 15 to 19!

Get ready for the biggest sale event of the year at Watsons! From May 15 to 19, Watsons is holding its Nationwide Sale with exclusive discounts and deals for all Watsons Club members!

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Get ready for the biggest price slash off TCL aircon this summer

TCL is giving significant discounts on two of its popular AC units, namely the CoolPro UV Connect+ and CoolPro Quiet+.

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Gadgets

Get the world’s 'Top AI Camera Phone' by HONOR, plus score freebies worth over P11,000 until May 17!

The HONOR Magic6 Pro features the innovative HONOR NanoCrystal Shield, delivering exceptional durability and stability. This shield is backed by SGS's Five Star Overall Glass Drop Resistance Ability certification, validating its durability in various drop scenarios.

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