Pictured from left to right are Francisco Roberto “Coco” Mauricio, President and Chief Executive Officer of JuanHand; Atty. Claire Castro; Juan Edgardo Manalang “Sonny” Angara, Secretary of the Department of Education; and Atty. John Philip R. Yeung, President of the University of Asia and the Pacific.

JuanHand President and CEO Francisco Roberto “Coco” Mauricio

(L-R): JuanHand President and CEO Francisco Roberto “Coco” Mauricio, Principal Security Architect and Dark Web and Intelligence Strategist Brian Borysewich and Atty. John Philip R. Yeung, President of the University of Asia and the Pacific.

Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) Secretary Jonvic Remulla

Department of Education (DepEd) Secretary Sonny M. Angara

MANILA, PHILIPPINES — November 2026 — Korean skincare brand DEOPROCE has launched the DEOPROCE META PDRN Ultimate Recovery Line in the Philippines. The line is a four-step routine made up of the Bubble Foam, Toner, Ampoule, and Cream. Every product in the DEOPROCE META PDRN line contains META PDRN+, DEOPROCE's proprietary complex that combines PDRN, NAD+, and NMN to support skin vitality and improve the appearance of elasticity. Suggested retail prices in the Philippines range from PHP 990 to PHP 1,990. 

The new product line speaks to a change in how many skincare shoppers now choose what goes on their skin. Ingredient names that once lived mainly in wellness and longevity circles (NAD+, NMN, cellular energy, "skin longevity") now come up in the same conversations as PDRN, one of the most talked-about ingredients in Korean skincare. These shoppers read labels, compare complexes, and want to know why an ingredient is in a formula before they buy. The DEOPROCE META PDRN Ultimate Recovery Line brings PDRN, NAD+, and NMN together in a topical K-beauty routine, with a focus on recovery, hydration, and age-conscious care rather than correction. 

 

META PDRN+ is DEOPROCE's proprietary skincare complex that combines three ingredients: PDRN, NAD+, and NMN. DEOPROCE describes META PDRN+ as a synergistic complex designed to maximize skin vitality and improve the appearance of elasticity. 

● PDRN (polydeoxyribonucleotide) is described by DEOPROCE as similar in structure to human DNA. In the META PDRN line, PDRN is included to support the skin's natural recovery process. 

● NAD+ (nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide) is a naturally occurring coenzyme found in living cells, where NAD+ plays a key role in cellular energy. 

● NMN (nicotinamide mononucleotide) is a direct precursor to NAD+. DEOPROCE pairs NMN with NAD+ in META PDRN+ as part of its approach to a more youthful-looking complexion. 

The DEOPROCE META PDRN Ultimate Recovery Line has four products, and each one contains META PDRN+. 

Starting with the DEOPROCE META PDRN Ultimate Recovery Bubble Foam (150ML, PHP 

990). This moisture-boosting cleanser uses a gas-free, dense foam with META PDRN+ and 

Snail Mucin to remove only impurities, and it leaves skin hydrated rather than tight. Next is the Ultimate Recovery Toner (150ML, PHP 1,490), an elasticity-focused toner that pairs META PDRN+ with Snail Secretion Filtrate, Purslane, and Lotus Extract. The Toner restores moisture balance, refines the look of skin texture, and strengthens the moisture barrier. 

The lightweight, fast-absorbing Ultimate Recovery Ampoule (60ML, PHP 1,690) adds Witch Hazel, Olive Leaf, and Tremella Fuciformis Extract to META PDRN+ and Snail Secretion Filtrate. The Ampoule hydrates, balances oil and moisture, and helps skin look firmer and fuller. The routine ends with the Ultimate Recovery Cream (60ML, PHP 1,990). DEOPROCE calls the Cream's formula "Double Energy Care": visible PDRN capsules that burst on contact, plus Snail Secretion Filtrate to moisturize, strengthen the skin barrier, and help protect against external irritants, for firmer, healthier-looking skin. 

Use the four DEOPROCE META PDRN products morning and night in this order: Bubble Foam, Toner, Ampoule, then Cream. 

1. Cleanse: Bubble Foam. Removes impurities and keeps skin comfortable and hydrated. 

2. Prepare: Toner. Restores moisture balance and starts the elasticity-focused care. 

3. Concentrate: Ampoule. Delivers concentrated active ingredients, including META PDRN+ and botanical extracts. 

4. Seal: Cream. Locks in moisture and supports the skin barrier with encapsulated PDRN. 

Because META PDRN+ is in every product, the complex is present in every step from cleanser to moisturizer. 

META PDRN+ stands out for its combination rather than for any single hero ingredient. PDRN is already a familiar name in Korean skincare. NAD+ and NMN are familiar to anyone following the healthy aging and longevity conversation, where cellular energy has become a talking point. META PDRN+ puts PDRN, NAD+, and NMN into one complex and one routine for ingredient-literate consumers. 

No. META PDRN+ does not contain peptides, based on DEOPROCE's product information. Peptides are common in firming skincare, but DEOPROCE's META PDRN+ centers on a different trio: PDRN, NAD+, and NMN. 

The DEOPROCE META PDRN Ultimate Recovery Line follows the Korean skincare practice of layering: textures that sit well together, a clear role for each step, and one complex connecting the routine. For DEOPROCE, age-conscious skincare is about keeping skin hydrated, supported, and resilient-looking over time, as an everyday ritual rather than a race against the clock. 

The DEOPROCE META PDRN Ultimate Recovery Line will be available in the Philippines starting November 2026 at Watsons and SM Beauty, as well as through official online stores on Shopee, Lazada, and TikTok Shop. 

 

● Brand: DEOPROCE (Korean skincare) 

● Launch market: Philippines 

● Line: DEOPROCE META PDRN Ultimate Recovery Line 

● Key complex: META PDRN+ (PDRN + NAD+ + NMN) 

● Products: Bubble Foam (150ML, PHP 990) · Toner (150ML, PHP 1,490) · Ampoule 

(60ML, PHP 1,690) · Cream (60ML, PHP 1,990) 

● Focus: Hydration, skin-barrier support, recovery-focused care, and the appearance of elasticity 

● Available: November 2026 at Watsons and SM Beauty, Shopee, Lazada, and TikTok Shop 

(L-R): Christine Billedo, KCFI Training Officer; Manolo Roberto Nava, BPIF Program Head for Financial Education; Christian Gaite, KCFI Learning Solutions Head; Edric Calma, KCFI Vice President; Catherine Santamaria, BPIF Trustee; Hon. Sitti Djalia Turabin-Hataman, Mayor of Isabela City, Basilan; Dr. Gregorio Cyrus Elejorde, Assistant Regional Director of DepEd Region IX; Maria Virginia Eala, BPI Chief Human Resources Officer; Maria Laarni Villanueva, Schools Division Superintendent, SDO Isabela City; and Meryl Adiel Hernandez, BPI Head of Institutional Brand and Corporate Relations during Zamboanga-Basilan turnover ceremony.

As part of its commitment to fostering inclusive growth and empowering communities through education, the Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI), through BPI Foundation (BPIF), continues to expand access to financial literacy and quality learning resources across the country.

BPIF believes that building a more financially empowered Philippines starts with equipping young Filipinos with the knowledge, skills, and values they need to make informed decisions and pursue better opportunities. Through education, the Foundation seeks to help create pathways toward greater financial capability and long-term economic mobility.

This commitment comes to life through the FinEd Unboxed School Caravan, BPIF's nationwide partnership with Knowledge Channel Foundation, Inc. (KCFI), which brings technology-enabled learning tools and financial education content to public schools, particularly in underserved communities.

As part of the initiative, BPIF and KCFI recently turned over Knowledge Channel TV (KCTV) packages to 15 public high schools across Iloilo City, Guimaras, Zamboanga City, Basilan, Cagayan de Oro City, and Misamis Oriental. The rollout will benefit more than 73,000 learners and teachers by expanding access to curriculum-based multimedia educational content.

Five additional schools in Rizal Province are set to receive KCTV packages in November, further extending the program's reach to more Filipino learners nationwide.

 

The turnover represents more than the donation of educational equipment. It is an investment in schools, educators, and students, providing access to learning resources that support academic achievement, financial capability, and lifelong learning.

“At BPI, we believe financial education is a powerful tool for empowerment. By helping young Filipinos develop practical money management skills early, we can help build a generation that is more responsible, resilient, and prepared for the future,” said BPIF Trustee Catherine Santamaria.

Each KCTV package provides access to more than 1,500 educational videos and learning resources that can be used offline, giving teachers additional tools to enrich classroom instruction and make learning more engaging and accessible.

“The turnover of Knowledge Channel TV is more than providing access to curriculum-based video lessons. It is an investment in the future of every learner who will benefit from engaging, interactive, and relevant educational content designed to make learning more effective and meaningful,” said KCFI Vice President Edric Calma.

(L-R): Dr. Arnen Tanaleon-Rivera, Senior Education Program Specialist (SEPS)/Division Coordinator; Herman Gabiota-Public Schools District Supervisor of Jordan II; Dr. Lolita Demapindan, Public Schools District Supervisor - Jordan I; Dr.Rolando B. Jamora, OIC Schools Division Superintendent; Manolo Roberto Nava, BPIF Program Head for Financial Education; Rico Peña, BPI Head for Enterprise Operations; Kristina Marica Aquino, BPIF FinEd Program Coordinator; Jose Sampang Jr., Head of BPI Visayas Division; Clyde Andrada, BPI Area Business Director; Jennifer Ann Leyson, BPI Area Business Director; and Dr.Edlyn D.Legita, Chief Education Supervisor - School Governance and Operations Division, during the Jordan, Guimaras turnover ceremony.

The initiative also advances financial literacy through Estudyantipid, a learning series designed to make money management practical and relatable for students. Topics include saving, budgeting, responsible spending, entrepreneurship, and scam awareness, helping young people develop financial habits and decision-making skills that they can apply in everyday life.

By integrating financial education into the classroom experience, the program reinforces values such as responsibility, discipline, and resilience, equipping students with essential life skills as they prepare for an increasingly digital and complex financial environment.

BPIF recognizes that meaningful financial inclusion goes beyond access to financial services. It requires capability: the ability to understand choices, manage resources, identify risks, and act with confidence.

(L-R): Jaypee Zuñiga, KCFI Production Head; Christian Gaite, KCFI Learning Solutions Head; Manolo Roberto Nava, BPIF Program Head for Financial Education; Jay Treñas, Executive Assistant to the City Mayor of Iloilo; Dr. Ma. Luz De los Reyes, Ph.D., CESO V, Schools Division Superintendent of Iloilo City; Edric Calma, KCFI Vice President; Lady Julie Grace Baronda, Iloilo City Vice Mayor; Dr. May Rose O. Suerte, Assistant Regional Director for Finance & Administrative Services - DOST Region VI; Clyde Andrada, BPI Area Business Director; Jennifer Ann Leyson, BPI Area Business Director; Rico Peña, BPI Head for Enterprise Operations; and Jose Sampang Jr., Head of BPI Visayas Division during the Iloilo City turnover ceremony.

By investing in these capabilities early, BPIF helps equip young Filipinos to navigate future financial responsibilities and opportunities with greater confidence. Over time, stronger financial literacy can contribute to more resilient households, more informed consumers, and stronger communities.

(L-R): Kristina Marica Aquino, BPIF FinEd Program Coordinator; Phil Bada, BPI Area Business Director at CDO North Caraga Area; Jenny Lui, BPI Area Business Director at Zamboanga-Iligan Area; Manolo Roberto Nava, BPIF Program Head for Financial Education; Maria Asuncion Rafols, Education Program supervisor, SDO Misamis; Atty. Roy Raagas, City Administrator-Mayor's Office; Roy Lumban, SDO CDO Representative; Alma Pacamalan, School Principal IV- MOGCHS; Edric Calma, KCFI Vice President; Gjay Malapo, BPIF FinEd Program Manager; Christian Gaite, KCFI Learning Solutions Head; and Jaypee Zuñiga, KCFI Production Head during the Cagayan de Oro, Misamis Oriental turnover ceremony.

Recipient schools:

• Jordan National High School

• Trinidad V. Canja-Sta. Teresa National High School

• Iloilo City National High School

• Jaro National High School

• Ramon Avancena National High School

• Zamboanga City National High School – Main

• Ayala National High School

• Talon-Talon National High School

• Isabela City National High School

• Basilan National High School

• Misamis Oriental General Comprehensive High School

• Cagayan De Oro National High School

• Canitoan National High School

• Carmen National High School

• Pedro “Oloy” N. Roa Sr. High School

The turnover forms part of the continuing nationwide rollout of the FinEd Unboxed School Caravan, with succeeding legs scheduled in Rizal Province. These upcoming installations will further expand access to multimedia educational resources and financial literacy content for schools, teachers, and learners across the country.

Through BPIF, BPI continues to champion education and financial wellness as key drivers of inclusive development, helping equip the next generation with the knowledge, confidence, and values needed to build more secure futures and contribute to a more financially resilient Philippines.

To learn more about BPIF’s programs, visit www.bpifoundation.org or follow BPI Foundation on Facebook (@BPIFoundation) and Instagram (@bpifoundationinc).

Philippines Portrait Gallery of “Seeing Beyond Labels”

For the Philippine chapter, themed “See Beyond Labels,” Angélica Dass photographed 20 individuals in Manila whose lives intersect with solo motherhood in diverse ways. The gallery honors a powerful truth: behind every societal label is a human life shaped by many roles, deep relationships and personal ambitions, reminding us that no one should be defined by a single societal label or a single title like “solo mom”.

This creative direction is rooted in the realities of Filipino family life. According to publicly available data, the country has an estimated 14 to 15 million solo parents, with women accounting for about 95% of them. An estimated 2.19 million Filipinos worked overseas in 2024, with women making up 57.2% of Overseas Filipino Workers (OFW). Behind these figures are individual lives that are far more layered. This is the space the Philippines chapter sets out to explore.

Captured on the CAMON Slim 5G with TECNO Universal Tone, the Philippines chapter of 100 Portraits of Becoming naturally connects with CAMON Slim 5G’s “Make It Lighter” philosophy, using technology to make expressive photography feel more accessible, intuitive and open to more people.

The Stories Behind the Portraits of 20 People

Through their portraits, that broader context becomes personal, revealing very different experiences of work, family, care and becoming.

Angélica Dass taking portrait photos in Manila

Some stories come from working solo mothers themselves. Others are told through the perspectives of adults raised by solo mothers, multi-generation families, Overseas Filipino Worker (OFW) caregivers, and media or community advocates who work closely with women and families. These diverse narratives highlight a pervasive challenge: the social tendency to let a single label define an individual's entire life and capability.

To challenge these stereotypes, their discussions addressed core questions surrounding work, family, and identity - How does motherhood intersect with professional ambition? How do grown children raised in solo-parent families reflect on their upbringing? And what structural support, choices and personal wisdom help families navigate everyday life?

Ultimately, these stories reveal a richer, more nuanced picture of modern family life of solo mothers and women in general: women building fulfilling careers while raising children, multi-generational networks sharing caregiving responsibilities, adults drawing strength from the mothers who raised them, and individuals continuously pursuing their own ambitions.

Portraits of 20 people connected to solo motherhood

Portraits of 20 people connected to solo motherhood from the Philippines chapter now are joining the global 100 Portraits of Becoming on TECNO’s official website, where their images and stories can be explored together.

Among the 20 participants is Ely Haig, a solo working mother, breadwinner, advertising professional and competitive amateur padel player.

Ely became a mother just as her career was taking off. For a time, she stepped back from opportunities and focused on taking care of everyone around her. Later, she found a different kind of diskarte: knowing what matters to her, then finding ways to make room for her career, her daughter, side projects and padel.

“Being a good mother shouldn’t mean leaving yourself behind,” said Ely. “I want people to see more than a solo mom. A mother, yes, but also a creative, a career woman, an athlete, still becoming.”

The Portrait of Ely Haig

Twinkle Dimayuga Zamora raised two children as a solo mother before turning her own experience into community support. She later founded MAMA, Mothers Advocating through Ministry and Action, an initiative supporting solo mothers and their children. Her diskarte is simple: ask for help, communicate openly and build a village. “Sometimes the strongest thing a mother can do is say, ‘I need help,’” she said.

The Portrait of Twinkle Dimayuga Zamora

Eunice N. Angeles, a fourth-year nursing student, was raised by a solo mother who later became an OFW in Qatar. Growing up, she watched her mother keep finding opportunities and making difficult choices to create a better future for them both. That confidence became something Eunice feels she inherited. “I want people to see what I grew up with: confidence, determination and the courage to find my own way.”

The Portrait of Eunice N. Angeles

These stories reflect different expressions of their own diskarte: the wisdom, resourcefulness and choices women draw on to navigate life in their own way. More stories from the 20 portraits can be explored in the Philippines gallery of 100 Portraits of Becoming, part of TECNO’s global story archive.

For Angélica Dass, the Philippines chapter is an opportunity to move from a shared social context to the individual lives within it. Across the 20 portraits, she encountered different ambitions, relationships, personalities and ways of navigating everyday life.

Renowned photographer Angélica Dass captures portraits using the TECNO CAMON Slim 5G in Manila, Philippines.

“What stayed with me was the realization that ‘solo motherhood’ is only one part of a person's identity. Through the stories shared with me and the moments we created during the portrait sessions, I was reminded that behind every label there is a person with their own ambitions, relationships, choices, and dreams. No single label can tell us everything about who someone is.”

To ground these stories in authenticity, the portraits were photographed on location across Manila in environments directly tied to each participant’s daily life—whether a workplace, a family home, or a familiar community space.

The creative approach echoes the campaign’s core philosophy: leaving space to portray work, ambition, relationships, humour and daily routines — the rich parts of everyday life that extend far beyond a single role or a single label.

From Kenya to the Philippines, and Beyond

All portraits in the Philippines were photographed by Angélica Dass using the TECNO CAMON Slim 5G, supported by TECNO Universal Tone technology.

TECNO Universal Tone was developed to more accurately represent a broad spectrum of human skin tones in mobile photography. Within 100 Portraits of Becoming, that capability supports a wider idea at the heart of the project: seeing people as they are, with greater accuracy and attention to individuality.

“What moved us about the Philippines chapter was seeing how naturally motherhood, work, ambition and personal identity can coexist in the same life,” said Jack Guo, General Manager of TECNO. “We hope technology can play a small part in helping people be seen more fully, and their stories better understood.”

The Philippines marks the second stop of 100 Portraits of Becoming, following the project’s launch in Kenya in July 2026. Over two years, the initiative will bring together 100 portraits across multiple countries, building a story archive of people, stories and possibilities.

In Kenya, the project explored how people move beyond inherited narratives about place and the future. In the Philippines, the lens turns to family, identity and the roles people carry, looking beyond the first label to the person, the people around her, and who she is still becoming.

And with the Philippines now joining the archive, more portraits, more stories and more ways of becoming are still to be unveiled in more countries.

For any related media queries, please contact pr.tecno@tecno-mobile.com.

As a global innovative technology brand with operations in over 70 markets, TECNO has been committed to revolutionizing the digital experience in global emerging markets, relentlessly pushing for the perfect integration of contemporary, aesthetic design with the latest technologies and AI. TECNO offers a wide range of smartphones, smart wearables, laptops and tablets, smart gaming, HiOS operating systems and smart home products. Guided by its brand essence of “Stop At Nothing,” TECNO is committed to unlocking the newest technologies and AI-powered new experiences for forward-looking individuals, inspiring them to never stop pursuing their best selves and their best futures. For more information, please visit TECNO’s official site: www.tecno-mobile.com.

“100 Portraits of Becoming” is a global portrait project created by TECNO together with internationally recognized artist Angélica Dass. Over two years, it will produce one hundred portraits across five countries — Kenya, the Philippines, Saudi Arabia, Türkiye and Brazil — pairing Dass’s portrait methodology with TECNO’s Universal Tone inclusive imaging technology. Each portrait moves beyond a face to the person behind it: to lives unfolding across different cultures, generations and moments of social change. One hundred portraits become one hundred ways of seeing humanity — and one growing archive of who we are, told by the people living it. To learn more, please visit: https://www.tecno-mobile.com/100portraitsofbecoming/.

Manila, Philippines. October 28, 2026: TechLife officially launches the TechLife Pad Neo SE, a learning companion designed for families. Bringing “See More, Learn More” to life, the tablet pairs a bigger Eye Comfort Display with Smart Parental Control and an all-day battery, so children have more room to explore and learn, and parents have more confidence in how that learning happens.

This everyday tablet features a 10.1-inch Eye Comfort Display, Smart Parental Control with Google Kids Space, and a 6000mAh Massive Battery, supporting homework, reading, online classes, creativity and after-school entertainment in one device. It comes in three colors: Space Grey, Bubble Blue and Aurora Green.

Taken together, the TechLife Pad Neo SE’s value becomes more evident in how each feature supports everyday learning and family moments.

The 10.1-inch Eye Comfort Display gives young learners more room for research and online classes, while keeping longer study sessions easier on the eyes. Dual stereo speakers bring lessons, educational videos and shared family viewing to life, and split-screen lets children and parents handle more than one task at a time.

Smart Parental Control and Google Kids Space give parents a guided, child-friendly space. Parents can choose age-appropriate apps, books, videos and learning content, and keep screen time safe and purposeful, so children can learn at their own pace while parents do more with their day.

Powered by a 6000mAh Massive Battery, the TechLife Pad Neo SE is built to stay on through classes, homework, and video lessons. Smooth octa-core performance and up to 8GB* of RAM including memory expansion keep learning apps and everyday multitasking running steadily, while 64GB of storage, expandable up to 1TB, keeps school files, apps and media ready. The Pad Neo SE runs on Android 16, with 5MP front and rear cameras and the Google Gemini AI assistant for everyday help.

The TechLife Pad Neo SE retails at ₱8,999 SRP. Fans can get the tablet for as low as ₱7,099, available on Shopee, Lazada, and TikTok Shop.

The Pad Neo SE also comes with a FREE Folio Case or a FREE Power Bank R211 5,000mAh depending on availability as part of TechLife’s Peak Season offers, running from October 29, 2026 to January 3, 2027. Starting October 29, fans can also join the Pad Neo SE online giveaway on TechLife’s official social media pages.

For exclusive offers and the latest updates, follow TechLife on its official social media channels on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok.

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On October 30, 2026, OPM rap icon Gloc-9 gives that familiar Filipino invitation a new sound with the worldwide release of “Tara G!”, a collaboration with GameZone inspired by friendship, shared experiences, and the Filipino spirit of samahan.

Known for turning everyday Filipino realities into music, Gloc-9 brings his distinctive storytelling to a phrase heard everywhere - from spontaneous plans with friends to moments shared with family and community.

Throughout his career, Gloc-9 has built a reputation for transforming distinctly Filipino stories and everyday experiences into music. That makes “Tara G!” a natural creative space for the artist: the phrase is instantly familiar, but broad enough to carry many kinds of Filipino moments.

At the center of the song is an invitation that rarely needs explaining. “Tara G!” can signal the start of an impromptu gathering, a shared activity, a game, a meal, or simply an opportunity to reconnect. Through Gloc-9’s storytelling, the expression takes on a musical identity rooted in friendship, community, and participation.

“Tara G!” connects Gloc-9’s distinctly Filipino storytelling with GameZone’s “Tara G! Sama Tayo.” campaign platform.

Filipino card games have long been part of social gatherings where the people, conversations, laughter, and shared moments can matter just as much as the game itself. That familiar social ritual provides the link between GameZone’s “Tara G! Sama Tayo.” campaign and the song.

Through “Tara G!”, GameZone takes the campaign beyond online play and into music, using a culturally familiar expression to connect the brand with wider conversations around Filipino entertainment, friendship, and community.

For Pinoys, the card table has always been a place to play, talk, tease, and belong. This serves as the emotional foundation of GameZone’s brand story and establishes the connection between traditional Filipino card games and the modern online gaming experience.

The collaboration with Gloc-9 brings GameZone’s slogan, “Tara, G! Sama Tayo – Where Pinoys Play Card Games Online,” to life by celebrating the Filipino spirit of togetherness. Through Gloc-9’s signature storytelling rooted in Filipino culture and everyday experiences, the partnership translates the spirit of samahan into music, strengthening GameZone’s cultural relevance and connection with Filipino audiences. It also reinforces GameZone’s commitment to celebrating what brings Filipinos together, both online and beyond the game.

Ava Castillo, GameZone spokesperson, said the collaboration was designed to give the brand’s “Tara G! Sama Tayo.” platform a more meaningful cultural expression through music.

“We wanted ‘Tara G! Sama Tayo.’ to be more than a campaign line. Music gives us a way to bring that invitation into Filipino culture in a form people can hear, share, and make their own. Gloc-9 was a natural collaborator because his storytelling has always been rooted in real Filipino experiences.”

Listen to “Tara G!”

“Tara G!” by Gloc-9 in collaboration with GameZone is available worldwide beginning October 30, 2026, on Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube Music, and Deezer.

GameZone is where Pinoys play card games online, a PAGCOR-licensed online gaming platform in the Philippines delivering secure and competitive Player vs. Player gaming experiences. Through GameZone Tour, it is pioneering table game tournaments in the country, specializing in popular Filipino card games such as Tongits and Pusoy, while also featuring globally recognized card games like Poker - elevating traditional and international gameplay into modern competitive tournaments. With real-time online gameplay, high-stakes competitions, and a library of more than 1,500 premium games, GameZone is building the country’s premier platform for skill-based online gaming and digital competition. For more information, visit www.gzone.ph and follow @taragamezone and @gamezonetour on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Tara G! Sama Tayo.

From left: Karlo Evangelista, Corporate Sustainability Manager at Megaworld Global Hotels & Resorts; Joe Xavier Fijardo, General Manager of Grand Westside Manila Bay; Ruth T. Aguilar, Master Teacher at Tambo Elementary School – Main Campus and Rodolfo Bazar II, Area Director of PMD at Grand Westside Manila Bay.

Growing Together: Grand Westside Manila Bay General Manager Joe Xavier Fijardo leads hotel associates in planting 45 Sampaguita plants alongside teachers, parents and students of Tambo Elementary School in Parañaque City. The activity supports Megaworld Hotels & Resorts' MEGreen sustainability programme and its advocacy for preserving Filipino heritage.