Rain or Shine, Get the Cool Comfort You Deserve With LG Air Conditioners

As the rainy season brings in welcome relief to the sweltering heat of summer, the wetter period brings with it a hidden adversary: heightened humidity. This excess moisture in the air isn't just an issue of discomfort; it becomes a nurturing environment for mold and mildew to thrive. Beyond just the threat to aesthetics, these uninvited guests pose significant health risks, especially for those with respiratory conditions. Enter LG Dual Cool Air Conditioners: a modern solution meticulously designed to counteract these moisture challenges, ensuring our homes remain dry, comfortable, and free from these unwanted guests.

A standout feature of LG’s Dual Cool Air Conditioners is the Dry Mode, which combats the often-uncomfortable surge in humidity. This innovative mode doesn’t just cool; it automatically adjusts to the optimal temperature and fan speed, extracting excess moisture from the room's atmosphere. This ensures living spaces are free from the clammy sensations that high humidity can induce.

For added safety and comfort, the Dual Cool Air Conditioners use Plasmaster Ionizer technology, which reduces toxic viruses and bacteria brought by precipitation from the air you breathe. It removes 99.9% of adhering bacteria in a room, ensuring clean, pure air that’s safe to breathe. But the cleanliness doesn’t stop there. For extra protection, LG’s UVnano technology helps prevent bacteria buildup by automatically sterilizing the wind-generating fan and evaporator. A 4-step air purification system is also utilized, trapping big dust particles and reducing allergens.

LG air conditioners, equipped with pioneering technology, stand as a testament to how modern innovation can seamlessly intersect with our daily needs. As the rainy season brings high humidity levels, homeowners can find solace knowing that, indoors, the air remains crisp, clean, and perfectly in balance.

For more information, visit Split Type Dual Inverter Compressor Air Conditioners | LG PH Follow @LGAirSolutionsPH and @LGPhilippines on Facebook, Instagram, Tiktok and Youtube.

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Manila Improv Festival is back this September!

4 days. 14 shows. 70 acts. 12 workshops. Over 15 countries and 300 improvisers.

Asia’s biggest improv festival is back! After 4 years, Manila Improv Festival is now bigger than ever with troupes from Seoul to Slovakia, Australia to Austria, Israel to India, Canada to Chicago, Tokyo to Taipei, and more!

Improvisational theatre, or improv, is a form of theatre where scenes and stories are created spontaneously and on the spot, inspired by audience suggestions. The result? One-of-a-kind shows that are filled with laughter and joy from the magic of spontaneity.

With this year's theme, “Brave the New”, the festival celebrates creative courage and fearless authenticity even in the face of change. So be ready to be treated to a hilarious festival filled with diverse stories, brave comedy, and never-seen-before shows! Here's a glimpse of an improv performance by SPIT and Third World Improv.

Happening on September 7-10, 2023 at the Ayala Malls Circuit Makati, make sure to be part of this vibrant, joyful, and intercultural celebration of spontaneity!

Get your tickets now at bit.ly/mif2023-tickets or via fb.com/manilaimprovfestival. You can also follow on instagram.com/manilaimprovfestival

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FTG’s Depiction of Love

The Far Eastern University Theater Guild, being the oldest theater organization in Manila's University Belt has already established a solid reputation not just in the metropolis but other parts of the Philippines for productions like “Confessions”, “Usapang X”, “Ang Pinakamakisig na Nalunod sa Buong Daigdig”, “Kung Paano Maghiwalay”, “Halu Halo”, and laboratory productions such as Saltik and Tamdula.

Closing the organization’s 89th theater season, the FTG proudly presents Tamdula VI: Love-Oratory, a series of eight monologues on love ranging from the romantic and sexual to the intimate and familial.

Tamdula VI: Love-Oratory is a laboratory production intended to train the FTG members in further enhancing their acting, stage designing, stage management, marketing, and branding. 

The production is directed by the FTG’s Artistic Head, Raffaelle Pascua (BS Psychology, 2024). The FTG’s Company Manager Jonas Cunanan (BA Communication, 2024) is the assistant director. Both directors are student artists who have been members of the FTG and have been gaining artistic experience inside and outside of the organization. They are directly guided by the FTG’s artistic director, Dudz Teraña.

1. The first play, “Against Any-Body" written by Drea Achas (BS Psychology, 2024), delves into the imperfections of womanhood and makes a social statement on how their self-acceptance transcends the opinions of everyone else. Starring Julia Ramas (BS Multimedia Arts, 2026) and Gwen Temprosa (BS Psychology, 2026) as each other’s alternates.

2. “Ang Pinakawalang Kwentang Kwentong Pag-ibig ni Tanga” written by Dudz Teraña, is about the difficulty of moving on from a non-committed relationship. Featuring Adam Labador (BFA Studio Arts, 2026) and Meldy Malig (BS Psychology, 2024) as each other’s alternates. 

3. “It’s Always You”, written by Davewyn Macawile (BA Communication, 2025), is a narrative from the point of view of someone who has been abruptly abandoned by their partner (or what is more popularly called as “ghosting”). Starring Maria Mayano (BA Communication, 2026), Jhoan Gemora (BA International Studies, 2026), and Ryana Azurin (BS Medical Technology, 2025) as each other’s alternates.

4. “Shake, Rattle, and Fall” written by Aaron Bayani (BS Computer Science, 2024), explores the twisted nature of one’s obsession and desperation towards finding love. Starring Drea Achas (BS Psychology, 2024) and Jharelle Villalobos (BS Medical Technology, 2025) as each other’s alternates.

5. “Mama Kong May Tama” written by Brigitta Marilla (BA International Studies, 2025), tells the story behind the unconditional bond a daughter has with her mother. Starring Heleina Li and Bjorn Pestaño both BA Communication students from the Class of 2026 as each other’s alternates.

6. “Dear God” by Dudz Teraña is a comedy that explains the thoughts of an 18-year-old wishing for a boyfriend. Starring Dianne Andallo (BS Tourism Management, 2026) and Renz Dotillos (BA Communication, 2026) as each other’s alternates.

7. “Colorblind” written by Franz Luis (BS Hotel and Restaurant Management, 2026), is about a character being medically --and romantically-- colorblind. Starring the FTG’s surprise guest artist.

8. Lastly, “Paghihintay ng Isang Libong Minuto Para sa Pag-ibig" by Dudz Teraña is a narrative about the definitions of romantic love and what or how much a person can give. Starring Arvin Javier (BA Communication, 2026).

Tickets are priced at 100 pesos for the FEU community including the other branches of FEU, FTG alumni, and FEU alumni (with an alumni ID); and 150 pesos for guests.

The Tamdula VI: Love-Oratory play dates are: August 29, 30, 31, and September 1, 2, 4 to 9, 2023 --- 6:00 PM at the FEU Center for the Arts Studio, Ground Floor, Engineering Building, FEU Manila, Nicanor Reyes Street, Sampaloc, Manila.

For more details, please visit the FTG’s social media pages: Far Eastern University Theater Guild on Facebook, @FTG1934 on Twitter, and FEU Theater Guild Official on Instagram and Tiktok.

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Kada-kada Like A Panda at Davao’s 38th Kadayawan Festival

Online food and grocery platform foodpanda adds its trademark shade of pink to Davao’s colorful Kadayawan festival. The Kadayawan Festival is a celebration of gratitude for nature's offerings, the richness of culture, the abundance of harvest, and the peace of life, showcasing the 11 tribes of Davao. This year marks the 38th of the annual celebration and has the theme of “Colors of Abundance, Vibrance of Diversity, Festival of Festivals.”

During the Kadayawan Festival, foodpanda offered extraordinary experiences for its loyal app users as well as potential subscribers. They unveiled delightful surprises and engaging activities designed to enhance the festive atmosphere through their Kada-kada Like A Panda initiative.

Patricia Jacinto, foodpanda Philippines Growth & Marketing Director, expressed her enthusiasm to the company’s involvement in the week-long celebration. “foodpanda was thrilled to have immersed ourselves in the vibrant Kadayawan festivities. By actively participating in various Kadayawan events, we hope we were able to bring added joy and a slew of prizes to both the Dabawenyos and loyal app users.”

foodpanda also played a significant role in some of the festival's competitions. They served as a special judge in events such as Indak Indak, Hiyas ng Kadayawan, and Hudyaka sa Kadayawan. With this involvement, foodpanda awarded special prizes to individual or group contenders who showcased outstanding performances, further deepening its connection with the community and the festival's traditions. As an extended treat, Davao residents can also make use of this limited time offer: using the code KADAYAWAN, they can enjoy P120 off on food delivery, with a minimum order of P349 plus P100 off on pick-up until August 31, 2023.

Starting strong with the Kadayawan festivities, foodpanda partnered with local favorite Mamastill Atbp. for the "Paying It Forward Free Pastil" project held in the bustling Roxas Night Market. Pastil, a famous local delicacy, was given away to everyone who gives life to the night market, from the hardworking vendors, vigilant police officers, special task force members, and the tireless street sweepers. Enjoy a gastronomic video from Mamastill Atbp. here.

 
For more information about foodpanda and the incredible offers available, visit the official website at https://www.foodpanda.ph. Also like and follow the official social media accounts on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Tiktok and Youtube.

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SM employees participate in Brigada Eskwela 2023

As the new school year starts in 2023-2024, SM employees from SM Cherry Antipolo, SM City Masinag, SM Center Angono, and SM City San Mateo embark on another fun employee volunteerism activity with Brigada Eskwela.

Volunteer employees from SM Center Angono repaints arm chairs used in Regional Lead School for the Arts

Employees of SM City Masinag and SM Cherry Antipolo busily clean a classroom in Mayamot National High School, Antipolo City

Employees and agency volunteers worked together to improve the facilities of select school beneficiaries—Mayamot National High School in Antipolo City, Ampid 1 Elementary School in San Mateo, and Regional Lead School for the Arts in Angono.

SM City San Mateo Mall Manager Francis Lira and Assistant Mall Manager Naelah Tulayba lead the turnover of cleaning and painting materials to the school heads of Ampid 1 Elementary School in San Mateo

Aside from repainting and general cleaning of classrooms, new cleaning materials were turned over to selected schools for the entire school year.

Brigada Eskwela is an annual employee volunteer project of the SCMC employees through SM Cares, the corporate social responsibility arm of SM Supermalls. 

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LG Honored with Multiple Awards for Innovative Product Design at IDEA 2023

Company Receives Total of 13 Awards for Groundbreaking Lifestyle Solutions,

Including LG PuriCare AeroTower and LG OLED Flex

LG Electronics (LG) has once again been recognized for outstanding product design, earning 13 awards at the International Design Excellence Awards (IDEA) 2023, announced at the International Design Conference in New York, New York.

The LG PuriCare AeroTower, an air purifier that can also be used as a side table and mood lamp, was honored with a Bronze Award at yesterday’s conference. Offering personalized performance and design options, as well as a compact form factor, LG’s air purifier can be tailored to match any home interior and is ideal for smaller spaces. With its latest win, the LG PuriCare AeroTower has now been recognized by all three of the world’s top industrial design award programs: IDEA, the Red Dot Award and iF Design Award.

Another IDEA 2023 honoree, the LG OLED Flex (model LX3) is an innovative TV featuring the world’s first bendable 42-inch OLED screen. The LX3, which made its international debut at IFA last year, offers a new level of screen customizability – its self-lit display able to go from completely flat to spectacularly curved with the push of a button.

“The achievement from this year’s IDEA is the result of the synergy between customer experience-centered technology and aesthetics,” said Hwang Sung-gyul, head of the Design Management Center at LG Electronics. “We will continue to improve the level of perfection by reflecting innovative customer experiences beyond the existing framework in product design by constantly communicating and empathizing with customers.”

Organized annually by the Industrial Designers Society of America (IDSA), IDEA is one of the world’s leading design award programs, recognizing exceptional achievements in the area of industrial design while taking into consideration various factors relating to design strategy, digital interaction, the environment, and social impact, when selecting award recipients.

Life's about more than having the latest technology, rather, it's about the experiences technology creates that impact our lives. LG Electronics Philippines delivers consumer electronics through top-of-the-line home entertainment appliances that prepare Filipinos for their greatest moments. LG promises to bring "Innovation for a Better Life" nationwide - from Luzon, to Visayas, and Mindanao. LG products are available via lg.com/ph and through its flagship stores in Lazada and Shopee. For more information, visit and follow their social media channels on Facebook, Instagram, Tiktok and Youtube (@lgphilippines).

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Meet the residents of Concrete Utopia

Check out the newly released character posters of Concrete Utopia, starring Lee Byung-hun, Park Seo-jun and Park Bo-young, opens in Philippine cinemas September 20.

While no one knows for sure how far the ruins stretch, or what the cause of the earthquake may be, in the heart of Seoul there is only one apartment building left standing. It is called Hwang Gung Apartments.

As time passes, outsiders start coming in to Hwang Gung Apartments trying to escape the extreme cold. Before long, the apartment residents are unable to cope with the increasing numbers. Feeling a threat to their very survival, the residents enact a special measure. Watch the main trailer below. Who do you think will be the final survivors?

Directed by Um Tae-hwa, Concrete Utopia is loosely based on Part 2 of the hit webtoon “Joyful Outcast” (“Pleasant Neighbors”). Concrete Utopia is a disaster thriller about the aftermath of a devastating earthquake. The film will follow the story that begins when the survivors gather at Hwang Gung Apartments, the only building left standing in an earthquake-ravaged Seoul.

In cinemas September 20, Concrete Utopia is distributed in the Philippines by Columbia Pictures, local office of Sony Pictures Releasing International.

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