NCCC Department Store opens at Davao City’s NCCC Mall Bajada

The management of NCCC Mall Bajada has officially opened the NCCC Department Store to the public starting July 16.

The NCCC Department Store occupies a 10,200 square meter-area at the second and third floor of the mall. It offers various house brands, ready-to-wear, branded apparels, housewares, furnitures, fabrics, bags and luggages, health and beauty items, footwear and accessories.

Shoppers with a minimum purchase of 1,500 can avail of instant prizes and freebies prepared by the management.

The official opening of the NCCC Department Store at NCCC Mall Bajada was attended by NCCC Department Store President Ivy Michelle Lim, NCCC Chairman Helen Lim, NCCC President/CEO Lafayette Lim, and NCCC Malls President Sharlene Faye Lim.

Edventure, Huawei join forces to make quality education accessible to learners worldwide

(L-R) Larry Guinto, Business Development and Partnership Manager, Edventure; Miguel Guerrero, Entrepreneur-in-Residence, Edventure; Ken Liang, Director, Huawei Ecosystem Development and Operations Department; Stephanie Co Senior Marketing Manager, Huawei Philippines Device Marketing; and Gino Avena, Senior BD Manager, Huawei Ecosystem Development and Operations Department.

Edventure, an online tutorial platform under the Globe Group, has partnered with Huawei, a global leader in telecoms and consumer electronics, to make quality education accessible to more learners worldwide.  This signals a major step towards a more inclusive future in digital learning.

 

Huawei sought to partner with an education-oriented organization to enhance its customers' learning experience and found an ideal match in Edventure, choosing it as an official edutech partner. Both are committed to broadening the reach of quality education to families in the country and abroad.

 

Edventure provides a wide array of educational offerings. These include one-on-one online tutorials for preschool to Grade 12 covering subjects such as English, Math, Filipino, Araling Panlipunan, Science, and Reading, as well as extracurricular group classes in Arts and Music, S.T.E.M., and Coding for kids.

 

For high school seniors preparing for university, Edventure now offers College Entrance Exam review sessions with licensed and professional tutors. Additionally, the platform extends English for Success programs to young job aspirants and professionals wanting to refine their English language proficiency for career advancement.

 

"Our partnership with Huawei creates a powerful synergy that aims to democratize access to quality education for students all over the globe," said Miguel Guerrero Edventure's Entrepreneur-in-Residence.

 

"Together, we are pushing the boundaries of what's possible in e-learning, developing innovative learning experiences designed to match every person's pace and style."

 

The collaboration aligns with the Philippine launch of Huawei's Nova 11, a flagship smartphone boasting a slim form factor, a stunning 60 mp front camera, and the latest EMUI 13 OS. These features make it the perfect device for students engaging in Edventure's online tutorial sessions.

 

Learners can now sign up for and participate in Edventure's diverse programs right from their Huawei devices. All of Edventure's courses are fully online, empowering students to study at their preferred pace with guidance from expert tutors.

 

To celebrate this partnership, Huawei gave two free vouchers for Edventure's Single Session tutorial package to Nova 11 purchasers on June 30, 2023. These complimentary sessions can be redeemed via the Huawei App.

 

Experience the future of learning with Edventure and Huawei.  Visit https://edventure.ph/ to learn more.

Keep Coastal Road safe for everyone-Zozobrado

Photo courtesy of the City Planning and Development Office

Councilor Jesus Joseph Zozobrado reminded motorists and pedestrians to prioritize their safety when traversing the newly-inaugurated Davao Coastal Road. 

Segment A of the road project, which covers the shoreline of Bago Aplaya through Times Beach or the Talomo-Matina area, was opened to traffic on July 1.

“While I understand the excitement of the people, I would like to caution motorists and passersby to make safety a priority for everyone,” Zozobrado said in a privilege speech during last Tuesday’s City Council session.

Zozobrado’s reminder came amid reports that motorists have been making unnecessary stops in the middle of the Coastal Road to take photos.

Photo courtesy of the City Planning and Development Office

Zozobrado, who previously chaired the council committee on public works, said the project was not completed overnight. “I had the opportunity to work with hundreds of people who tirelessly pushed for the completion of the Davao City Coastal Bypass Road Project,” he added.

He said the Coastal Road Project was constructed, primarily to ease the flow of traffic along the Matina-Ulas-Toril section. 

“The scenic view we have along the coastal road is a bonus that every Dabawenyo should be thankful for,” he said.

Just like any road, Zozobrado said, the Coastal Road is governed by traffic laws, which vehicles and pedestrians alike should follow. Motorists making unnecessary stops along the busy road inconvenience other motorists and endanger lives, he added.

He also reminded those enjoying the facilities of the Coastal Road including the playground, to clean up and not leave garbage in the area as it is not only an inconvenience but also unhealthy to both people and the environment. It also means additional expenses to the government, he added.

“We can still enjoy the Coastal Road without violating existing laws. Jogging and walking are allowed especially along Bago Aplaya, for as long as you stay on the sidewalk, bike lanes and open park,” he said.

The Public Safety and Security Office, the Davao City Police Office and the City Transport and Traffic Management Office and Task Force Davao are regularly monitoring the Coastal Road. 

“But with or without the authorities, let us show that we Dabawenyos are disciplined, and capable of self-regulation,” he said.

Are you a fully-verified GCash customer? Register your SIM on the GCash app and get 1GB free Globe data

Globe reminds its subscribers that fully-verified GCash users have the convenience of registering their SIMs directly through the GCash app, with the added incentive of receiving 1GB of data upon successful registration.

 

Republic Act (RA) 11934, also known as the SIM Registration Act, requires all SIMs to be registered with local telecom providers. It aims to bolster consumer security and protection against malicious activities such as mobile scams, smishing, and fraud.

 

With the July 25, 2023 deadline for SIM registration fast approaching, Globe encourages its fully-verified GCash users to utilize the streamlined registration process available through the GCash app, among other channels.

 

"As a leading mobile service provider in the nation, Globe is steadfastly dedicated to safeguarding our customers from potential security threats. By opening registration through the GCash app, we hope to facilitate a seamless process that keeps our users protected, connected, and compliant with the law,” said Globe Group President and CEO Ernest Cu.

 

Upon opening the GCash app, unregistered fully-verified users will receive a prompt to register their SIMs. After following and completing the instructions, they can expect a reward of 1GB of free data.

 

Failure to comply with the SIM Registration Act may result in SIM deactivation, leading to disruption of mobile services, including sending and receiving texts, making calls, internet browsing, video streaming, financial transactions and deliveries among others.

 

In addition to the GCash app, non-verified GCash customers and other Globe subscribers can register via the GlobeOne app or the Globe microsite https://new.globe.com.ph/simreg. In-person assistance is also available at Globe Stores and EasyHubs across the nation.

 

"To avoid any service disruptions, we urge all our users to register their SIMs at the earliest. This reminder is part of our broader commitment to customer service and cyber security," said Cu.

 

To learn more about Globe, visit https://www.globe.com.ph/.

Australian Hitmaker Ruel to Perform at SM Lanang

Australian singer-songwriter Ruel has once again made the world stop and listen with his most recent release of the viral TikTok hit IF AND/OR WHEN. And to celebrate, the pioneer artist will be breaking the 4TH WALL in Davao City as he sets out to meet loyal fans in a live concert at the SM Lanang Premier North Wing grounds on May 28, 2023 at 6 p.m.

The talented artist made waves in the Philippines with his superb musical style and relatable lyrics that captured the hearts of many Filipinos, and now, the young hitmaker will have his first concert in the King City of the South for free as a special treat to his fans who have been instrumental in his rise to international fame.

With more than 6.5 million monthly listeners on Spotify, Ruel cemented his name on the world stage with his hit songs PAINKILLER, MUST BE NICE, YOU AGAINST

YOURSELF, and GROWING UP IS ___ among others which he will perform to his

Davaoeño fans.

Ruel is in the Philippines to celebrate the success of his debut album 4TH WALL which was released through RCA Records/Sony Music Entertainment on March 3, 2023. It debuted at No. 1 in Australia, peaking at No. 10 in New Zealand and has received positive acclaim from music critics, with Clash Magazine praising it for “hauling down the walls while letting fans into his world.”

Dabawenyo Wins Gold in Cambodia SEA Games

Marc Alexander Lim of Davao City bagged the 13th gold medal for the Philippines. Lim finally got a gold medal on Sunday for his performance in the men’s Ne-waza Nogi-69kg competition in the 2023 Southeast Asian Games being held in Cambodia, the Philippine Sports Commission said. 

Lim operates the Limitless Fitness & Martial Arts Center in the city.

This is the third gold medal from the Philippine Jiu-jitsu Team.

Kaila Napolis gave Team Philippines its first gold medal in Jiu Jitsu Women's Ne-waza Nogi-52kg event against Cambodia’s Jessica Khan.

Filipina Jiu-jitsu athlete Annie Ramirez also bagged her third SEA Games gold medal after reigning in the Women's-57kg Ne-waza Gi competition.

Cebu Pacific Resumes Clark- Davao Route

You can now fly from Davao City to Clark.

Cebu Pacific resumed its Clark - Davao route last Friday, April 21. The flight, which was suspended for more than two years due to the Covid-19 pandemic, will have a thrice weekly frequency, connecting Central Luzon to Southern Mindanao via Davao every Friday, Saturday and Sunday. 

Cebu Pacific flight 5J985 will depart Clark International Airport at 1:45 PM and will arrive at Davao's Francisco Bangoy International Airport by 3:45 PM. Meanwhile, Cebu Pacific flight 5J986 will depart Davao at 4:15 PM and will arrive at Clark by 6:15 PM. 

"The resumption of the Clark-Davao route is truly a welcome development for us here in Davao Region. Apart from the added connectivity, it will also afford convenience for travelers from Northern and Central Luzon to Davao and vice - versa," Department of Tourism XI Regional Director Tanya Rabat Tan said.

Clark International Airport

A send-off program was held at Clark International Airport led by Cebu Pacific President and Chief Commercial Officer Xander Lao and Chief Marketing and Customer Experience Officer Candice Iyog, joined by Department of Tourism Undersecretary Ferdinand Jumapao and DOT regional directors, and Bases Conversion and Development Authority chairman Delfin Lorenzana. 

To date, Cebu Pacific connects Davao to Manila, Cebu, Tagbilaran, Iloilo, Zamboanga, Bacolod, Cagayan de Oro, Siargao, Clark, and Singapore.