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Photo shows from left to right:  Jocel de Guzman, Convenor of Scam Watch Pilipinas, Jason Salavdor, Spokesperson of PITX, ASec Hector Villacorta of DOTr, ASec Mary Rose Magsaysay of CICC,  Secretary Ivan John Uy of DICT, Mabel Niala, GCash Public Affairs Manager, Art Samaniego Technology editor of Manila Bulletin,  Mara Duterte, Manager, GCash Public Sector and Jerome Lantin GCash External Affairs Manager Top anti-cybercrime agencies have launched an anti-fraud campaign this summer season with leading finance app GCash, the sole electronic money institution (EMI) partner. Dubbed 'Online Bantay Lakbay', the campaign aims to protect the public from online travel scams, particularly during the summer holidays. Online Bantay Lakbay was launched at the Parañaque Integrated Terminal Exchange (PITX). Officials from several government agencies attended the launch, including Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG) secretary Benhur Abalos, Jr., Department of Transportation (DO

  Metro Manila, Philippines | Greenwich, one of the country’s leading homegrown pizza and pasta makers, is embarking on a massive campaign this year to inspire millions of Filipinos to create more genuine, meaningful connections with each other. The campaign is anchored on having more experiences inspired by authenticity and real “feel-good” togetherness made possible by incredible, great-tasting food. This campaign, dubbed “Sarap to Feel G,” is rooted richly and deeply in Greenwich’s history. From its early beginnings, Greenwich has always been about enabling its customers to have these moments alone or with their friends, family, and loved ones—the people who matter—while expressing and being their best selves to build authentic, lasting connections. Greenwich has always been at the heart of inspiring these experiences, ensuring it champions them with passion, respect, and excitement over the years and even today as times change. It acknowledges that “feeling good” is no longer the s

The Philippine National Police arrests a suspect behind an online work scam following a successful collaboration with the country’s leading finance app GCash. The scam involves luring a victim to accept online tasks requiring investing money to earn a commission. The suspect was identified as 21-year-old female Danica Dela Cruz Valdez, a resident of Balayong, Malolos City, Bulacan. Valdez had initially paid the victim for the first milestone to gain trust. With the succeeding tasks, Valdez then required the victim to complete the entire project first before the commission could be given, for which the suspect required more investment money.  The victim agreed and sent payment to the suspect's bank accounts. Later, Valdez introduced additional problems involving a crypto account that coerced her victim to send an additional payment, banking on the victim's desire to get paid once and for all. In the end, the scammer collected P314,080 from the unsuspecting victim. As part of its

Philippines. (March 11, 2024) – Shōgun debuted on Disney+ with a bang and has ignited fervent discussions among history enthusiasts and casual viewers alike. Eager fans delved into the series, mapped out their predictions, and crafted their own theories. With only 3 episodes in, Shōgun is on a trajectory to being a legendary show. Its elaborate production, extensive world-building, and deliberate character focus are – insofar as social conversations are concerned – comparable to other popular epic series. Shōgun is also proving to be an easter egg paradise, encouraging fans and history geeks to examine every minute detail. And we did just that for you! Here’s a rundown of the little things you may have missed in the show so far: It’s not just a Falcon Did Lord Toranaga reveal his strategy? In case you didn’t know, feudal Japan was known for its Takagari or Falconry where a prey was raised by a falconer and trained to catch other birds or small mammals. Lord Yoshii Toranaga, the bushō o

A stunning visual experience. A timeless saga. Shōgun showcases fearless storytelling and epic battle scenes. A gripping adaptation of James Clavell’s best-selling book, Shōgun combines poetic storytelling with elaborate production design and gritty action scenes, making this show a stunning cinematic masterpiece. The first three episodes of this FX miniseries are now available on Disney+, with new episodes airing every Tuesday. About Shogun FX’s Shōgun, an original adaptation of James Clavell’s bestselling novel, is set in Japan in the year 1600 at the dawn of a century-defining civil war. Producer Hiroyuki Sanada stars as “Lord Yoshii Toranaga'' who is fighting for his life as his enemies on the Council of Regents unite against him. When a mysterious European ship is found marooned in a nearby fishing village, its English pilot, “John Blackthorne” (Cosmo Jarvis), comes bearing secrets that could help Toranaga tip the scales of power and devastate the formidable influence of B

  Madiskarte Moms PH (MMPH)’s Gawad Madiskarte powered by PLDT Home, the awards that pay tribute to mompreneurs, is back! This year, MMPH is putting the spotlight not only on hardworking and successful moms, but also on businesses that champion sustainability. In a time when the Philippines is facing environmental and economic challenges, Gawad Madiskarte is looking for mompreneurs that are leading by example, demonstrating that sustainable business practices are not only possible but also profitable. By supporting and celebrating these visionary women, Gawad Madiskarte hopes to inspire other entrepreneurs and businesses to create a brighter, more sustainable future for all. According to a report byearth.org, some of the pressing environmental issues in the Philippines in 2024 are plastic pollution and marine pollution. The country is highly dependent on single-use plastics that generate an annual 2.7 million tons of waste, a problem that the World Bank calls “staggering,” coupled with