World Vision launches emergency response to children and families affected by Super Typhoon Karding

World Vision launches emergency response to children and families affected by Super Typhoon Karding

Monday, October 10, 2022

In the aftermath of Super Typhoon Karding (international name Noru), which affected over 640,963 individuals across the Philippines, World Vision mobilizes its responding teams to the landfall sites and the hardest-hit provinces of Aurora and Quezon.

The Super Typhoon Karding has recently affected seven regions in the country, namely Regions 1, 2, 3, and 5, CALABARZON, MIMAROPA, and CAR.

Among the priority needs identified and expressed by the typhoon-stricken population are food, emergency shelter support, livelihood, and assistance for learning continuity children. A lot of schools in the area have been damaged and rendered not safe for teachers and students to hold classes. The agricultural provinces of Aurora, Quezon including towns Nakar and Burdeos, and other areas in Central Luzon have also experienced massive flooding due to the typhoon, damaging major crops including rice which could been harvested this month of October.

“Our thoughts and prayers are with the communities affected by Typhoon Karding. World Vision is committed to support and complement the ongoing efforts of the government and the humanitarian community, especially in ensuring the well-being of children and the most vulnerable. Let us also continue to pray for our responding staff, for wisdom and protection as they engage on-ground,” shares Mr. Rommel V. Fuerte, World Vision National Director in the Philippines.

World Vision’s emergency response in Aurora and Quezon aims to provide for the immediate life-saving needs of more than 2,000 families through provision of emergency shelter and non-food items, including family blankets, mosquito nets and mats. The team also looks into the special needs of children as they cope from the calamity in the area, as well as other affected provinces soon.

For more information and how you can support World Vision’s Emergency Response, please visit https://wvph.co/KARDINGPH or follow World Vision’s official social media pages /worldvisionph on Facebook, @worldvisionphl on Instagram, and @worldvisionph on Twitter.

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Reload your beep™ via ShopeePay

Reload your beep™ via ShopeePay

beep™ operator AF Payments Inc. is bringing commuters another option to top up their card with its newest e-wallet partner ShopeePay. By using ShopeePay for beep transactions, users can enjoy the convenience of reloading in a few taps and even earn cashbacks during special promotions.

“Our priority has always been to provide convenience to passengers. By partnering with a leading e-commerce platform like Shopee, which is widely used by Filipinos for online shopping, we aim to offer flexibility and consistently add value for our users so they keep using their card. Rest assured that beep™ will continue to grow our network of partners to provide the best service to the riding public and Filipino consumers in general,” said Sharon Fong, Chief Commercial Officer of AF Payments Inc.

It’s easy to reload via ShopeePay. Simply open your Shopee app and tap “Load, Bills & Travel.” Under the Travel category, choose “BEEP CARD.” Enter the 16-digit number found at the back of the beep™ card you want to reload and select the Top Up amount. Available denominations include P20, P50, P100, P200, P300, P500, and P1,000. A minimal convenience fee is added for every transaction. Tap Checkout.

Choose ShopeePay as payment option, then tap “Pay Now” and enter your ShopeePay PIN. To complete the process, fetch your load by tapping your beep™ card at any E-load Station located in LRT-1, LRT-2, and MRT-3, and select P2P Bus Terminals.

ShopeePay is the integrated mobile wallet of Shopee, the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan. Through ShopeePay, Shopee users can conveniently and securely send money, pay bills, and top-up stored value cards such as beep. To access ShopeePay and maximize its features, vouchers, discounts, and cashbacks, simply download the Shopee app via the App Store, Google Play Store, or Huawei App gallery, create an account, and activate ShopeePay.

“Since we launched ShopeePay, our mission has always been to provide access to safe, reliable, and convenient digital payments for Filipinos. With our landmark partnership with beep™, we are able to extend this service as well as the rewards our users love and enjoy to beep™ cardholders as well.” said Martin Yu, Director of Shopee Philippines.

beep™ is a stored value card used to pay fares in the three elevated railways (LRT-1, LRT-2, and MRT-3), select buses, and PUVs nationwide, and in partner retail merchants. For other inquiries, contact beep™ via landline at (02) 87379600, Globe Line at 09175121319, or Smart Line at 09985819675.

To be updated on news and promotions, follow the official beep™ Facebook, Twitter , and Instagram accounts. More information is also available at the website.

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Kickstart your Holiday celebrations with MR.DIY, your one-stop shop for Halloween and Christmas needs!

Kickstart your Holiday celebrations with MR.DIY, your one-stop shop for Halloween and Christmas needs!

Time flies by so fast! It’s that time of the year again to release your creativity and artistic skills, with the Holidays just around the corner.

Save yourself from worrying because MR.DIY, your one-stop shop for home improvement, got your back as you prepare for your decorations, costumes, accessories, and other essentials for the coming Halloween and Christmas celebrations.

Through the years, MR.DIY has been providing high-quality and affordable products that are perfect for various needs and occasions – making it a go-to brand for easy and fun shopping.

This year is no exception as the retail brand levels up the excitement – filling its stores with do-it-yourself decorations and products that will easily spice up your spooktacular celebrations and Christmas festivities. These varieties of items available in all MR.DIY stores nationwide will make you unleash your artistry, originality, and creative imagination!

Trick or Treat with these Halloween Items!

Putting together a Halloween party? Decorating your house or your office to give it that spooky vibe? MR.DIY treats you with various items and accessories that are just right for your budget – from spooky costumes, pumpkin baskets, bats, LED lanterns and skulls, and many more!

Planning and preparing don’t have to send shivers down your spine as you go around the MR.DIY store and find what you need. Who knows? You might even go above and beyond this Halloween!

Be merry for Christmas!

It’s been natural for Filipinos to feel the season of Christmas earlier than December, with decors, lights, and carols already being displayed and heard all over the malls, streets and houses.

Joining this trend, MR.DIY makes Christmas shopping and preparation easy and hassle-free thanks to its assortment of items and ornaments ready to give you that holly jolly spirit.

Light up your house or office with colorful Christmas lights, spruce up your space with some decorations, or put up a Christmas tree to set the gift-giving mood. Whether you have a big or small space, MR.DIY is with you to give you some ideas to kickstart your early Christmas preparations.

Staying true to its motto “ALWAYS LOW PRICES,” MR.DIY is excited to welcome early shoppers with affordable and value-for-money items for this Holiday season!

Make MR.DIY part of your Holiday preparations by checking out these Halloween and Christmas items available in their stores nationwide.

To learn more about MR.DIY and its products, visit www.mrdiy.com/ph. You may also follow /mrdiyPH on Facebook, and @mrdiy.philippines on Instagram and Tiktok for updates and upcoming promos.

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Premium dog and cat treats for ₱1 ONLY in Pet Express PISO SALE

Premium dog and cat treats for ₱1 ONLY in Pet Express PISO SALE

MetroMart exclusive promo for pet care products from October 7-10, 2022

The Pet Express PISO SALE, exclusively via MetroMart headlines the weekend piso sale events of MetroMart this October 7-10, 2022. Premium dog and cat foods can be purchased for only ₱1.00 from participating Pet Express branches, via exclusive delivery order on the MetroMart app and website.

The Pet Express PISO SALE, exclusively via MetroMart will have select products available for only ₱1.00 within schedules of 9AM- 2PM & 3PM-8PM on October 7-10, 2022, Friday until Monday. These include Pedigree Dentastix, Pedigree and Cesar dog food in different flavors, plus Whiskas, SmartHeart and Sheba cat food in different flavors.

Participating Pet Express branches include Pet Express Finlandia, Pet Express Cubao, Pet Express SM Aura, Pet Express North Edsa, Pet Express SM Makati, Pet Express SM Megamall, Pet Express Estancia, Pet Express Masinag, Pet Express Alabang Hills, Pet Express Fairview, Pet Express Mall Of Asia, Pet Express Greenhills, Pet Express Virra Mall, Pet Express Dasmarinas, Pet Express Molino.

“The MetroMart family is excited to have this partnership with Pet Express, as we continue to provide our customers with lots of great deals through the weekend piso sales.This time, we are including the furry members of the household, and Filipino families and ‘furparents’ can shop online for their pet supplies and other pet essentials.” MetroMart CEO and co-founder Steffano Fazzini said.

The Pet Express PISO SALE, exclusively via MetroMart is applicable to New and Existing Users of MetroMart. A min. spend of only ₱2,000 is required in order to avail the 1-peso sale items. Only completed checkout of orders within the scheduled day and time can avail the discounted items.

New customers of MetroMart can use the code "MMNEW" upon checkout to avail a ₱200 discount for a minimum order of ₱2,000 on their first order from the MetroMart app or website. The promo is valid for one-time use and applicable across all stores and supermarkets, until October 16, 2022.

MetroMart is the #1 online grocery delivery service in the Philippines. Our grocery partners include S&R (with or no membership card required), Robinsons Supermarket, Landmark, The Marketplace, Shopwise, All Day Supermarket, Merrymart, Super8 Grocery Warehouse, Ever Supermarket, UltraMega Supermarket, and over 500+ specialty store retailers like Pet Express, No Brand, Baby Company, Toy Kingdom, Toys”R”Us, National Book Store, Office Warehouse, Southstar Drug and AllDay Rx. Customers can order from their favorite stores on the MetroMart app and have it delivered to their door in 2 hours! For more updates on MetroMart, like and follow us on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok at @metromartph. Order groceries online or download the app via https://bit.ly/DownloadNowMM

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Power Mac Center opens iPhone 14 pre-orders with huge deals

Power Mac Center opens iPhone 14 pre-orders with huge deals

Sunday, October 9, 2022

It’s here, Apple fans! Well, almost.

The long wait is almost over as Apple Premium Reseller Power Mac Center (PMC) just announced it is opening pre-orders for the highly anticipated iPhone 14 family. As in previous releases, it is packed full of perks for the faithful ones and switchers alike, and we’re looking at the comeback of the traditional midnight launch after three years.

“All year long, we’ve been saying there’s an iPhone for all. We have focused on improving accessibility by opening various platforms—both online and offline—for customers to purchase their favorite Apple devices. We also helped make it possible for all to afford the devices they want with wide payment options to choose from. Now that we are ready to offer the iPhone 14 line up, we’re confident Power Mac Center can follow through and be able to serve the very best to Filipino fans,” said Joey Alvarez, PMC Director of Product Management and Marketing.

The iPhone 14 pre-order period is from October 7 to 13, 2022 only. Participating sales channels include all Power Mac Center and The Loop branches, Web Store, Viber Store, and Shopee. Terms and conditions apply. Retail prices are as follows:

● iPhone 14 starts at P61,990, available in Blue, Midnight, PRODUCT(RED), Purple, and Starlight and 128GB, 256GB, and 512GB variants.

● iPhone 14 Plus starts at P68,990, available in Blue, Midnight, PRODUCT(RED), Purple, and Starlight and 128GB, 256GB, and 512GB variants.

● iPhone 14 Pro starts at P76,990, available in Deep Purple, Gold, Silver, and Space Black and 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, and 1TB variants.

● iPhone 14 Pro Max starts at P83,990, available in Deep Purple, Gold, Silver, and Space Black and 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, and 1TB variants.

Offers for cash and straight payment are available, as well as easy installment payment terms of up to 24 months on select banks.

Power Mac Center is the pioneer in offering the entire Apple ecosystem in the country, with over 90 retail establishments, Mobile Care Service Centers, and PBSI Training Centers. It is celebrating the hottest tech drop of the year by offering fans and new-to-iPhone customers these exclusive treats:

Free premium accessories bundle, possible for all

PMC makes it easy to choose by offering unbeatable deals with every new iPhone purchase. It will be raffling off P14,000 worth of premium accessories to lucky pre-order participants. 28 winners will be chosen from customers who will pre-order at Power Mac Center and The Loop stores from October 7 to October 9, 2022. 

Another 28 lucky names will be drawn from customers who will pre-order via <iPhone14.powermaccenter.com> and Viber Store from October 7, 2022 12:01 AM to October 9, 2022 11:59 PM. Winners will be announced on October 12, 2022 on Power Mac Center’s social media channels.

Just go to your preferred sales channel and follow the prompt. Web Store and Viber Store orders can be picked up at select Power Mac Center and The Loop stores and Mobile Care Service Centers nationwide.

Premium accessories for less

Every iPhone purchase entitles a customer to up to 50% off on AirPods and 10% off on Apple-branded iPhone cases, as well as 15% off on all Beats by Dr. Dre products. Meanwhile, up to 25% off can be availed on select non-Apple accessories. Participating brands include Adam Elements, Belkin, Cygnett, Just Mobile, Laut, PanzerGlass, and Switcheasy. This is valid for in-store, Web Store, and Viber Store purchases.

For Web Store purchases, only one discounted accessory is allowed at checkout. For in-store and Viber Store transactions, no limits—it’s all yours for the taking.

Exclusive Shopee deals

Pre-order via The Loop by Power Mac Center on Shopee and every iPhone 14 purchase entitles you to free shipping, up to 25% off on AirPods, 10% off on Apple-branded iPhone cases, 15% off on all Beats by Dr. Dre products, and up to 25% off on select non-Apple accessories. Offers will automatically apply for participating products. Customers who will also pre-order via The Loop by Power Mac Center on Shopee can get a free participating Apple or non-Apple premium accessory of their choice from select brands. 

UpTrade to upgrade

PMC customers and iPhone users who will trade in their iPhone 13 can save up to P51,000 when they upgrade to the new iPhone 14 family. Meanwhile, iPhone 11 and iPhone 12 trade-ins will get P1,000 off on top of the trade-in value for the iPhone 14 models.

For the full details about Power Mac Center’s pre-order deals for the iPhone 14 family, go to https://bit.ly/PMCiPhone14PreOrder or watch the pre-order livestream video on Power Mac Center’s official Facebook page.

Protect Plus coverage

Alongside the start of the iPhone 14 pre-order period at Power Mac Center on October 7, 2022, the local Apple Premium Reseller is expanding the coverage of its Protect Plus offers. Protect Plus is Power Mac Center’s insurance service that extends coverage for damages not included in the standard warranty.

Those who will pre-order the iPhone 14 may enroll to any of the Protect Plus insurance plans including up to two years of coverage for accidental damage, theft, or both.

Return of the in-person midnight launch

After two years of having it online, the traditional in-person launch is back! Fans are invited to join Power Mac Center in welcoming the iPhone 14 at the flagship branch in Greenbelt 3, when midnight strikes on Friday, October 14, 2022.

Save the date, Apple fans! Customers who will line up to purchase their new iPhone 14 will get a chance to receive a starter kit with freebies worth up to P28,000 from partner brands namely Adam Elements, Anker, Belkin, PanzerGlass, Ventev, Aukey, Cygnett, Laut, Itskins, and Otterbox.

Those who went through the pre-order process are guaranteed their choice of device but will have to line up with all others at the official queue if they wish to get a premium accessory bundle.

Midnight iPhone launches have long been a tradition at PMC. Some fans line up as early as the day before the launch for the honor of being the first customer on launch day. To make the wait worthwhile, PMC fills the night with games and food and invites OPM artists to entertain the crowd. This year, the party will officially start at 9 PM on Thursday, October 13, 2022. See you there!

For more details and to be updated on news and promotions, follow Power Mac Center’s official Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, and YouTubeaccounts.

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Filipino five-piece band NOBITA finds comfort amid life’s inevitable twists and turns on new single “Sa Ulan”

Filipino five-piece band NOBITA finds comfort amid life’s inevitable twists and turns on new single “Sa Ulan”

 

Filipino five-piece outfit NOBITA returns with a lighthearted folk-pop track that evokes the reassuring warmth of home and romance. 

Their new song “Sa Ulan” finds comfort in knowing that there will always be someone willing to stand by your side when everything else doesn’t feel right. 

According to vocalist/guitarist Jaeson Felismino, the lyrics of “Sa Ulan” was inspired by a pivotal moment in his life and it’s his way of expressing gratitude to that special someone who stayed and lifted him up on days when he felt down or unworthy of love.

“It’s comforting to have someone encourage you to be the best version of yourself,” Felismino reveals. “This song is my way of thanking that person, for inspiring me to aim for greater heights, and to believe in what I’m capable of as an individual, and as an artist.”

Veering away from the pop-rock grit of their previous releases, “Sa Ulan” weaves in effortlessly a more subdued musical direction while retaining the melodic smarts that defined some of their biggest hits to date. With acoustic guitars, a piano, and a cajon as part of the ensemble, the stripped-down ditty displays the band’s knack for simplicity and detail in the most riveting way possible.

“We had a lot of fun doing it,” shares Felismino. “It took us five days to wrap up the recording, but with the guidance of Isagani Palabyab, our producer, we were able to make gold out of something spare and unassuming.” 

NOBITA’s “Sa Ulan” is out now on all digital music platforms worldwide via Sony Music Entertainment.

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Score Up to 56% Off during OPPO’s 10.10 Mega Sale from October 10 to 14!

Score Up to 56% Off during OPPO’s 10.10 Mega Sale from October 10 to 14!

Enjoy exclusive vouchers, cashback, freebies, bundles, and livestream perks via OPPO Official Stores on Shopee, Lazada, and Tiktok

Good news, OPPO fans! It’s your time to greet the last stretch of the year with awesome deals during the brand’s 10.10 Mega Sale. Gear up for the exclusive vouchers, cashback, freebies, bundles, and other exciting perks when you buy OPPO devices via its official stores on Shopee and Lazada this coming October 10 to 14.

During OPPO’s 10.10 Mega Sale, you can enjoy up to 56% off on OPPO products when you purchase from OPPO Official Stores on Shopee and Lazada. Check out your favorite OPPO gadgets and get PhP200 off vouchers with a minimum spend of PhP9,999, or PhP400 off vouchers with a minimum purchase of PhP14,999.

For just a minimum spend of Php500, you’re already entitled to shipping vouchers worth Php50 on Shopee and Php55 on Lazada. You can also collect and redeem PhP50 off Lazada Bonus vouchers for every PhP500 spent.

The savings and discounts do not stop there as you can also score 10% off vouchers capped at PhP1,000. You can also get a free DITO sim for every smartphone purchase and a 10% cashback on each order you make.

Set your alarm clock during the OPPO 10.10 Mega Sale and shop every 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM and every 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM to get freebies. These include a free 32GB SD Card for every OPPO A16 3GB purchase, a free TG113 Bluetooth speaker for every OPPO A55 purchase, a free G25 Bluetooth earphone for every OPPO A94 purchase, a free Neon Island desk pad for every OPPO Reno6 Series purchase, and a free Q9 Pro Smartwatch for every OPPO Reno8 Series purchase.

Awesome bundle deals will also be available during the sale period, such as OPPO Band and OPPO Enco Buds for PhP1,999; OPPO A55 and OPPO Enco Buds for PhP9,499; OPPO A94 and OPPO Enco Buds for PhP11,999, OPPO Reno5 and OPPO Enco Buds for PhP15,999; and OPPO Reno5 5G and OPPO Enco Buds for PhP18,999.

Finally, be sure to catch OPPO Official Stores’ livestreams on Shopee and Lazada to get limited discount store vouchers, such as PhP100 off with a minimum spend of PhP4,999. You can also get a chance to win a mobile phone holder, an electric toothbrush, and more by tuning in!

Indeed, super-mega-awesome treats await you during the OPPO 10.10 Mega Sale! So, what are you waiting for? Add to your cart now, and don’t miss the chance to check out your favorite OPPO devices on Shopee and Lazada from October 10 to 14. Meanwhile, OPPO devices are now also available on OPPO Philippines’ TikTok Shop.

For updates and detailed promotion mechanics about the sale, visit OPPO’s official website at https://www.oppo.com/ph/ or its official Facebook page at OPPO Philippines. You can also check OPPO Official Stores on Shopee, Lazada, and TikTok.

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Khalid drops futuristic music video of new song “Satellite"

Khalid drops futuristic music video of new song “Satellite"

Wednesday, October 5, 2022

Multiplatinum-selling global superstar Khalid releases his new single “Satellite” along with the music video via Right Hand Music Group/ RCA Records. Driven by Khalid’s melodic vocals, the vibrant pop production comes to life in the shimmering futuristic visual directed by Levi Turner. 

“Satellite is a visual portrait of my growth as a human being & the self-love journey I have experienced in my life,” said Khalid.

The video sees Khalid embracing a futuristic world, being one with the planets and other incredible advancements.

Last month, Khalid and Marshmello performed their latest single “Numb” at the MTV Video Music Awards. “Numb” marks the artists’ second collaboration following their 6x platinum smash hit “SILENCE”. 

Earlier this year, Khalid released the dreamy track “Skyline” which came alongside a colorful music video. 

Khalid’s “Satellite” is out now on all digital music platforms worldwide via Right Hand Music Group/RCA Records/Sony Music.

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Emirates takes home three honors at the Skytrax World Airline Awards 2022

Emirates takes home three honors at the Skytrax World Airline Awards 2022

 

Emirates has taken home three awards at the Skytrax World Airline Awards 2022, including World's Best Economy Class, World's Best Economy Class Catering, and for the 17th consecutive time, World's Best Inflight Entertainment. The awards are a testament to the airline’s commitment to offering the very best customer experience in the sky, where travelers in Economy Class can look forward to spacious cabins, carefully crafted menus, an unmatched range of in-flight entertainment choices, thoughtful amenities like kids toys, and much more.

At a time when cost-cutting has become the norm, the airline is making long-term investments to further elevate its product and service strategy in every cabin class.

This latest recognition from Skytrax comes on the heels of the airline’s recent announcement that it is investing over US$ 2 billion to enhance its inflight customer experience. This includes one of the largest retrofit projects in aviation history spanning 120 aircraft which will soon sport the airline’s latest interior concepts, a new hospitality-focused service delivery model, and best-in-class product enhancements across all cabins, starting this year. Emirates will also be investing over US$ 350 million in next-generation inflight entertainment systems with Thales for passengers to experience the airline’s massive library of 5,000 channels on high-definition screens, along with a host of other high-tech features on its incoming fleet of A350 aircraft.

Customers flying Emirates’ Economy Class, no matter where they choose to travel on the airline’s 130 destination strong network, can look forward to a menu infused with regional and seasonal flavors, featuring hearty main dishes and sides, and an indulgent dessert inspired by their destination. Emirates also prides itself in celebrating unique cultures and traditions from around the globe by offering signature dishes for occasions like Diwali, Christmas, Ramadan, Eid Al Adha, Lunar New Year and more recently, Oktoberfest and Onam.

Emirates offers one of the most comprehensive and state-of-the-art entertainment and communications services in the skies. ice, the inflight entertainment system awarded by Skytrax for the 17th time this year, offers over 5,000 channels of entertainment, with 4,000 hours of movies and TV, and close to 3,500 hours of music and podcasts. Customers can also choose content in 40 languages. In addition to entertainment, Emirates ice offers a range of other useful features, such as: the ability to check the status of your flight; a real-time view of the sky during take-off and landing from cameras fixed on the aircraft’s nose, tail and underbelly; EmiratesRED; the world’s first inflight TV shopping channel and LIVE TV.

ice is also the only inflight entertainment system that offers exclusive programming from Shahid, with over 135 hours of highly popular Arabic content across 15 shows, with more to be added in the coming months. Emirates was the first airline in the region partner with HBO Max, offering exclusive hits only offered through the streaming service.

Emirates’ on board product experience is complemented by the airline’s cosmopolitan team of cabin crew who hail from over 130 nationalities. Crew members, already trained on providing the very best inflight service, are further levelling up their hospitality experience through a rigorous training program that was designed in partnership with Ecole hôtelière de Lausanne. The latest program is focused on mastering the four service pillars: Excellence, Attentiveness, Innovation and Passion.

Driving radical changes in the customer experience also includes small touches that make a big difference, not only for customers but the planet as well. Economy Class customers can snuggle up in warm and soft sustainable blankets made of 100% recycled plastic bottles. The airline also offers sustainably-made amenity kit bags for Economy Class customers on select long haul flights, which have been newly redesigned to represent the four elements - fire, water, earth and air, as a reminder of the careful balance required to preserve for the future of our planet. The kit’s travel essentials - socks, eyeshades, toothbrush and tooth paste, as well as bookmark, are all made from environmentally-friendly materials and come in natural earth tones.

Little flyers traveling across all classes can also keep busy with special plush toys and blankets as well as a selection of ‘fly with me’ belt bags, duffle bags and backpacks. All children’s items and toys have been consciously made of 100% recycled raw materials including drinking bottles, and swing tags use non-toxic soy based ink printed on recycled cardboard.

On the ground, Emirates has been working hard to create a smart contactless journey for its customers. Travelers can choose to use its integrated biometric path in DXB to check in for their flight, complete immigration formalities, and board their flights. Customers can also use the airline’s touchless self-check-in and bag drop kiosks at Dubai International (DXB).

The smart contactless experience continues on board with digital menus available on the Emirates app, and customers can also use the app to create a preferred playlist for ice.

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LOIR addresses own personal struggles in new single “MAMA”

LOIR addresses own personal struggles in new single “MAMA”

The R&B singer-songwriter delivers a stripped-down ballad with an emotional pull

R&B singer-songwriter LOIR submits to the pull of her heart in her new single “MAMA,” released under Sony Music Entertainment.

On the stripped-down ballad, the talented newcomer asks big questions about life’s purpose and her conflicting sense of direction. But while doing the things that she loves the most comes with existential baggage, LOIR recognizes the need to work on herself and apologize for her misgivings. 

“I’ve made some decisions in the past that I’m not happy about,” says the budding young artist. “This song is my way of closing that chapter in life, and hoping that I’ve made my parents proud as I welcome change with positivity, dreams, and love. I’m more than inspired to do well in my chosen craft.”

Starting out slow and assured with just a piano to accompany LOIR’s lush, dreamy vocals, “MAMA” further progresses into an emotional epiphany and peels its layers with a hopeful note that “she is still here and is going to hold to whatever is left”—her family and dreams, included.

The song is written and arranged by LOIR herself, with production by frequent collaborators HavoMusic and Goodson. 

“I started working on the instrumentals for MAMA before I asked sir Havomusic and Goodson to be involved in the production work,” shares LOIR. “While I developed the structure and melody for this particular track, both of them added a more emotional touch to the sonic palette. The final product maintains the rawness of the original, but it’s also more vulnerable and powerful to an extent.”

Before signing up with Sony Music Entertainment, LOIR has collaborated with some of the biggest names in the local hip-hop/R&B scene, including Gloc-9 on socio-realist gems “SANIB and “OKA” and Guddhist Gunatita’s on smash single “DALAMPASIGAN.” LOIR is also part of Asintada Management and Production Inc.—home of artists such as Gloc-9 and Shanti Dope. To date, she has amassed more than four million streams on YouTube and Spotify combined.

LOIR’s “MAMA” is out now on all digital music platforms via Sony Music Entertainment.

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