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Entertainment News (04/09/21)

Lil Tjay releases new album, Destined 2 Win

SOUTH Bronx native and multi-platinum rapper Lil Tjay has released his second album, Destined 2 Win, via Columbia Records. The 21-track album features collaborations with 6LACK, Polo G, Fivio Foreign, Moneybagg Yo, Offset, Saweetie, Toosi and Tyga. The album includes three bonus tracks from Lil Tjay and production credits from 808 Melo on “Go Crazy,” and G-Ry, OG Parker, Smash David and El Patron on the track “Move.”  Lifted off the album, Lil Tjay’s latest single “Headshot,” featuring Fivio Foreign and Polo G. can be viewed at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CnN8wb25f_8. Destined 2 Win is available on Spotify.

Wonder Woman 1984, Tom & Jerry premiere on HBO GO

WITH cinemas still closed in the Philippines, two blockbuster movies will stream straight on to TV screens and mobile devices in the Philippines on HBO GO — Wonder Woman 1984 from April  21 and Tom & Jerry from June 4.  Wonder Woman’s next big adventure finds her riding lighting across the sky, donning wings of gold, and chasing a dream while in pursuit of two formidable foes: Max Lord and The Cheetah. From director Patty Jenkins and starring Gal Gadot in the title role, Wonder Woman 1984 takes viewers back in time to the 1980s, where the fate of the world is on the line once again, and only Wonder Woman can save it. The film also stars Chris Pine as Steve Trevor, Kristen Wiig as the Cheetah, Pedro Pascal as Max Lord, Robin Wright as Antiope, and Connie Nielsen as Hippolyta. Wonder Woman, the prequel to Wonder Woman 1984, is also available on HBO GO, along with other DC Extended Universe films including Batman V Superman: Dawn Of Justice, Man Of Steel, Suicide Squad, Shazam, Joker and Birds Of Prey And The Fantabulous Emancipation Of One Harley Quinn. Meanwhile, Tom & Jerry is a mix of classic animation and live action featuring the iconic cat and mouse frenemies. When Jerry moves into New York City’s finest hotel on the eve of “the wedding of the century,” this forces Kayla, a desperate wedding planner to hire Tom to get rid of him. The ensuing cat and mouse battle threatens to destroy her career, the wedding, and possibly the hotel itself. Directed by Tim Story, Tom & Jerry stars Chloë Grace Moretz, Michael Peña, Colin Jost, Rob Delaney, Pallavi Sharda, Jordan Bolger, Patsy Ferran, Nicky Jam, Bobby Cannavale, Lil Rel Howery, and Ken Jeong. For more cat and mouse action, stream or download more than 17 Tom & Jerry animated movies and series on HBO GO. Download the app at the App Store or Play Store, or access HBO GO via Cignal or at https://www.hbogoasia.com/. HBO GO can be accessed via Android TV, Apple TV, LG TV and Samsung Smart TV — and comes with AirPlay and Google Cast functionality.

Mare of Easttown debuts April 19

STARRING Academy Award, Emmy, and Golden Globe-winner Kate Winslet, from creator and writer Brad Ingelsby (The Way Back), with all episodes directed by Craig Zobel (HBO’s The Leftovers), the seven-part limited series Mare Of Easttown debuts same time as the US on April 19, 10 a.m., exclusively on HBO GO and HBO, with a same day encore at 11 p.m. on HBO. Ms. Winslet stars as Mare Sheehan, a small-town Pennsylvania detective who investigates a local murder as life crumbles around her. Mare Of Easttown also stars Julianne Nicholson, Jean Smart, Angourie Rice, Evan Peters, Guy Pearce, David Denman, Joe Tippett, Cailee Spaeny, John Douglas Thompson, Patrick Murney, James McArdle, Sosie Bacon, and Neal Huff.

Family friendly shows for summer

HBO GO and Cartoon Network will be showing entertaining and family friendly shows that make being stuck at home over the summer fun. Ben 10,010 is set after the hit film Ben 10 vs the Universe. Join Ben Tennyson as he joins his future-self in a 44-minute special that will premiere this April 10, 10 a.m., exclusively on HBO GO and Cartoon Network. In Elliott from Earth, travel the universe and discover unknown worlds with Elliott. It premieres on April 24 at 10:30 a.m. on Cartoon Network.

Concert marks PascualLab’s 75th anniversary

PASCUAL Laboratories, Inc. celebrates 75 years in the industry by highlighting the value of care that comes from the family via its campaign “PascualLove: Care begins with family.” As part of the company’s 75th anniversary, PascualLab brands are offering special discounts in major outlets nationwide, and via its official flagship stores online. PascualLab also pays it forward with its corporate social responsibility (CSR) program SEED (Sowing to Empower, Educate and Develop), working with World Vision to sponsor 75 children in Malabon. Recently, PascualLab also joined hands with health guru, and philanthropist Dr. Willie Ong to make vitamins and other healthy products more available to underprivileged communities. It has actively sought out frontliners battling this COVID-19 pandemic and families affected by the calamities in the past years to provide much-needed immunity boosters among other health and wellness products. Aside from kicking off its milestone celebration with CSR projects, PascualLab is also doing a series of online concerts to create a more celebratory anniversary feel, and to thank its stakeholders for their support. The concert series started off with sponsorship of the KilaboTitos aka OPM King Ogie Alcasid and MusicIAN Ian Veneracion on March 26. This will be followed by a collaborative digital concert between PascualLab and YouTube FM Station Wish 107.5, PascualLove: From our Family to Yours, featuring the iconic band Rivermaya and the fast-rising Music Hero on April 23. The highlight of PascualLab’s 75th anniversary is an FB Live concert featuring one of the biggest names in the music and radio industries, and special appearances from personalities who played special roles in the company’s history. During the event, PascualLab will also be launching its anniversary theme “Walang Kasing Galing.”

LEGO launches Rebuild the World campaign

FOLLOWING its global launch in 2019, the LEGO Group will be bringing its brand campaign, Rebuild the World, to the Philippines for the first time. The campaign celebrates the natural creativity of children and encourages parents to build their child’s potential. The LEGO Group recently reviewed its recommended pricing for all new products that are available at its LEGO Certified Stores and retail partners in the Philippines, so they offer better-priced sets. LEGO products are available at LEGO Certified Stores and major retailers in the Philippines. LEGO products are also available online through Lazada, Shopee, Dotcom, Zalora, and the official online LEGO Certified Store.

Local firms keen on investing in technology, consumer goods — EY survey

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PHILIPPINE corporate entities are beginning to invest more in the sectors of technology and consumer goods through mergers and acquisitions (M&A), while the Southeast Asian (SEA) region is expected to be the hotbed for M&A transactions in the coming months.

The 23rd edition of EY Global Confidence Barometer surveyed over 2,400 executives in 52 countries, 185 of whom are from Southeast Asian (SEA) countries Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam.

In the Philippines, companies are said to have already started on M&A moves.

“The survey showed that the financial services, oil and gas, and power and utilities sectors are among the most acquisitive sectors in the Philippines,” Noel P. Rabaja, strategy and transactions leader at SGV & Co., said.

“But there is also growing interest in the technology and consumer goods sectors,” he added.

Some 56% of the respondents expressed optimism and said they were also looking to pursue M&A transactions within the next 12 months.

Nearly half or 46% of respondents expect the Southeast Asian region to “generate most of the growth” and M&A-related opportunities in the near to medium term.

Other growth areas include India, Japan, and Oceania.

“Conditions for M&A [in SEA], including low interest rates, accommodative capital markets and abundant private capital, remain highly supportive,” EY ASEAN M&A and Private Equity Leader Luke Pais said.

Southeast Asian corporates identified India, Singapore, Japan, Thailand, and China as their top investment destinations. Acquisitions in the sectors of technology, advanced manufacturing, power and utilities, consumer, and financial services are preferred, with 95% of them saying they are aiming for cross-border transactions.

Some of the key challenges seen by respondents are technology-related concerns, cost and capital restraints, and lack of external advice.

According to the survey, the respondents are now looking into identifying and investing in talect, divesting in underperforming assets or businesses, and making strategic acquisitions.

“We know from history that companies that transformed and transacted after a crisis came out stronger, relative to their competitors. Hence, companies in [Southeast Asia] must act boldly and embrace digital transformation and M&A as a way to win in the post-pandemic world,” EY Global Strategy Leader and EY ASEAN Strategy and Transactions Leader Vikram Chakravarty said.

SGV & Co. is a member firm of Ernst & Young Global Ltd. The survey panel comprises select EY clients. — Keren Concepcion G. Valmonte

Eye candy: getting high at California’s Sugar Rush theme park

CRAVING for candy without the calories?

Feast your eyes on a whirl of giant lollipops, cupcakes and all things sweet at Sugar Rush, a pop-up theme park in Los Angeles. Pop a free treat into your mouth at the end, after walking through with a mask.

“I’m in love with this place. The minute I stepped in here I felt like I’m having a sugar rush without eating any sugar,” said Guia Weingarten, a young visitor.

The brightly colored park, created with 350 gallons of paint on a 50,000 square foot parking lot, was meant to be a drive-through experience at the height of the pandemic.

But as lockdown curbs eased, plans changed to allow visitors to linger up close with its oversized unicorns, giraffes, and kangaroos, explore its mirrored corridors, and interact with colorfully costumed cast members.

“We like to say that Sugar Rush is Burning Man and Willy Wonka getting together for a radical spin-off and that’s what you have here,” said Jasen Smith, chief executive of Experiential Supply, who created the park.

The park may seem to be geared toward kids, “but really we want mom, dad, brother, sister that are a little older to come here and really enjoy it,” he added.

It was a “surreal experience” for grown-up visitor Jade Alonso. “Everything has been just stay in the car and don’t go out and now it’s just walking around but safely so it’s definitely weird.”

“This is a really great, very happy change,” said Carine Weingarten.

Sugar Rush, at the parking lot of the Woodland Hills Westfield shopping arcade, is expected to run until May 2. — Reuters

POEA extends the deadline for recruiter status reports on OFWs

THE Philippine Overseas Employment Administration (POEA) said it is moving its deadline to the end of the month for recruitment and manning agencies to file status reports on their deployed overseas Filipino workers (OFWs).

In POEA Advisory No. 37 dated March 31, the POEA said it will give allow time for Philippine Recruitment Agencies (PRAs) and Licensed Manning Agencies (LMAs) to submit their reports to the OFW Welfare Monitoring System (OWMS).

“In view of the numerous requests received from PRAs, LMAs, and industry organizations and associations, the deadline to create and/or update the welfare records in the OWMS of all OFWs onsite and seafarers onboard is hereby extended until 30 April 2021,” according to the advisory.

The previous deadline was March 31 which was set in an advisory issued in February.

The POEA said failure to submit the monitoring reports to the system will warrant administrative sanctions.

Recruiters and manning agencies, including foreign employers and principals, are required to report the status and condition of their OFWs by the Migrant Workers and Overseas Filipinos Act of 1995. — Gillian M. Cortez

BSP warns vs investment scams using gov’t agencies

THE CENTRAL BANK warned the public about investment schemes that use its name to lure investors into “too good to be true” offers.

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) said in a statement on Thursday that some fraudsters have been presenting fake documents which they claim to be under the custody of the central bank or other government agencies.

“The BSP does not hold or safekeep documents and other financial instruments for individuals, corporations, foundations, or nonprofit organizations,” it said, adding that the central bank does not engage in random, direct transactions with individuals and entities.

It noted that some schemes even include fabricated messages from the Society for Worldwide Interbank Financial Telecommunications (SWIFT) that facilitate international transactions.

“SWIFT messages between banks and counter-parties do not pass through the BSP,” it added.

The central bank noted the tell-tale signs of a fabricated SWIFT message, saying these usually involve an “extremely large” amount, unmatched name, codes and addresses of the sender and recipient, and messaging formats that do not conform to SWIFT standards.

The regulator said prospective investors should do a background check on companies offering investment schemes to see whether they are authorized to sell instruments such as securities, bonds, commercial papers.

“It is important to conduct the necessary due diligence prior to committing to an investment opportunity. Try to gather and verify as much information regarding the company offering the investment,” the BSP said.

It also urged the public to reach out to the BSP, Philippine National Police, National Bureau of Investigation, and the Securities and Exchange Commission to report cases of false claims, suspicious or potentially criminal activities.

Last year, the central bank received about 20,000 complaints from financial consumers, with the bulk about fraud and unauthorized transactions. — L.W.T. Noble

EDC, UK-based BGCI extend ties to conserve over 600 tree species

ENERGY Development Corp. (EDC) extended its existing two-year partnership with Botanic Gardens Conservation International (BGCI) for two more years to conserve an additional 600 tree species in a virtual signing of the agreement.

Some 200 Philippine endemic tree species and 470 near-endemic species found in two or three more countries will be included in the conservation effort.

“Just when you think you’ve accomplished your goals and reached the finish line, that line just keeps getting farther as you find out that what you have done is merely a drop in the bucket,” EDC President and Chief Operating Officer Richard B. Tantoco said in a statement on Thursday.

In May 2019, EDC through its BINHI regreening program was tapped by BGCI as its first and only partner for its Global Tree Assessment (GTA) program. The initial partnership was created to conduct conservation assessments on 800 Philippine endemic tree species, with a grant worth £16,160 or over P1 million.

“BGCI is delighted to be working with you and building on an already fruitful partnership, but we have a big job to do. We aim to persuade the government to use the regulatory levers and their incentives at their disposal to protect and restore what is left,” BGCI Secretary-General Paul Smith said.

BGCI is the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) secretariat for the GTA program, aiding in environmental conservation efforts via research and data gathering, field projects, and advocacy and education.

UK-based BGCI trained the BINHI team, partner organizations, and Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) representatives on IUCN’s Red List methodology. The procedure covers strict guidelines and data requirements on extinction risk assessments.

Assessments for trees native to the Philippines grew to the current 1,225 from 248 assessments before 2019. Some 42% of these were conducted by EDC with University of the Philippines-Los Baños’ Pro-Seeds Development Association, Inc.

EDC further said that the partnership extension will provide a grant worth £3,000 for the second assessment of 200 Philippine endemic trees before September.

Following the submission of the final species and project report for the second assessments on Sept. 1., an additional £1,800 will be granted. Up to £11,280 will be granted for the “third assessment,” with the budget timeline to be decided by Sept. 1.

Lopez Group Foundation, Inc. (LGFI) will be accepting the funds, free of taxes. LGFI manages the various corporate social responsibility efforts of the Lopez Group.

“If we want to succeed, we really cannot do this alone, the task is too huge for any one entity. So with all humility, we are actually aggressively partnering [with as many] as many entities and individuals as we can throughout the country,” Mr. Tantoco said. — Keren Concepcion G. Valmonte

Pianists compete for prestigious prize with just a camera operator to listen

LONDON —  In a hall at London’s Royal Academy of Music, pianist Yuanfan Yang performed pieces by Frederic Chopin, Franz Liszt and Joseph Haydn with just a camera operator as his audience.

The 24-year-old is taking part in the Leeds International Piano Competition, hoping to win over a jury that will see his performance by video.

Held every three years, The Leeds has had to change its processes due to the COVID-19 (coronavirus disease 2019) pandemic, with no live jury or audience watching the pianists compete for the career-making prize package.

“I thought it might be a bit challenging at first, but once I started playing, I just forgot about everything,” the Edinburgh-born musician said. “It was just literally just me and the music.”

With travel restrictions in place, The Leeds invited some 60 competitors from around the world to its virtual first round held in 17 different cities.

From one competitor in Miami to 14 in Berlin, they all performed their 25-minute recitals under the same conditions: playing on a Steinway Model D grand piano and with identical camera set ups.

“We realized very quickly that we couldn’t do it in the way which we would love to do it… with an audience and the jury present,” Adam Gatehouse, The Leeds artistic director, told Reuters. “Clearly we were not going to be able to travel a jury from London to Berlin to wherever all around the world so we will watch the videos at home online and judge them in that way.”

First held in 1963, The Leeds offers its winner a recording and management deal, recitals at London’s Wigmore Hall and international tours.

“Up until the last minute I thought (The Leeds) would be canceled,” Italian pianist Giulia Contaldo, who practiced playing in front of a cameraman before the competition, said. “So many of my colleagues don’t have this opportunity, or don’t have any opportunities at the moment. So whatever happens, I am grateful.”

While the first round is virtual, organizers plan to hold the second round, semi-final and final in Leeds, northern England, in September, hopefully with a live audience.

“It’s not only about the music itself but it’s also about the people in the hall and that is how it’s supposed to be,” Israeli competitor Ariel Lanyi said. — Reuters

Rice farmer training program graduates top 25,000

RICE FARMERS and dependents who completed training programs offered by the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) have totaled 25,904 to date, TESDA said.

The various training programs offered in field schools are authorized by Republic Act No. 11203 or the Rice Tariffication Law, the goals of which include upgrading rice-planting know-how among farmers to make the industry more competitive.

TESDA said in a statement that some of the skills taught include production of rice from inbred seed, seed certification, farm mechanization, rice machinery operations, and drying and milling plant servicing.

“A number of the graduates also received training in carpentry, electrical installation and maintenance, welding and masonry which can help them in attending to their warehouses or their farm machinery especially when minor repair work is needed,” TESDA said.

Farmer training is funded by the P10-billion annual budget of the Rice Competitiveness Enhancement Fund (RCEF) created under the law. Funds are sourced from rice tariff collections.

The law liberalized the process of bringing in foreign rice, whose importers must pay a tariff of 35% on Southeast Asian grain. These tariffs are then applied to improving rice farmers’ skills to help them better compete with import competition.

TESDA said it is tasked by the Rice Extension Services Program (RESP) to teach rice production skills, modern farming techniques, and farm mechanization.

RESP scholars receive a P160 daily allowance, free training in farming skills, as well as entrepreneurship training and insurance.

TESDA Director-General Isidro S. Lapeña encouraged farmers and dependents to avail of RESP, adding that commitments are in place to work with other government agencies and the private sector for more training.

On March 16, Mr. Lapeña issued a memorandum instructing regional and provincial directors to organize farm field schools in their respective jurisdictions across 57 provinces targeted for RCEF assistance.

“The farm field schools shall provide applicable technologies needed to improve the capabilities of farmers as they shift from the traditional method to modernized system of rice planting. These schools will also boost their competitiveness to help make the country’s agriculture sector more viable,” Mr. Lapeña said. — Revin Mikhael D. Ochave

Monetary Board approves FMIC’s surrender of quasi-bank license

THE CENTRAL BANK has approved First Metro Investment Corp.’s (FMIC) voluntary surrender of its quasi-banking license, with the firm to continue operating as an investment house.

The BSP’s Monetary Board approved the voluntary surrender through Resolution No. 355 dated March 25, according to Circular Letter No. 2021-027 signed by Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) Deputy Governor Chuchi G. Fonacier.

“Just to clarify, what is being surrendered is just the quasi-banking license of FMIC and not its investment house license,” Ms. Fonacier said in a text message. “Quasi-banking license is a special authority granted by the BSP.”

Under the BSP’s Manual of Regulations for Non-Bank Financial Institutions, an entity with a quasi-banking function can borrow funds from 20 or more lenders at any one time through instruments such as acceptances, promissory notes, participations, certificate of assignment, trust certificates, and repurchase agreements. These borrowings can be used for re-lending, purchasing receivables, or other obligations. — LWTN

Filminera, Phil Gold win environmental awards

TWO COMPANIES jointly operating a gold mining project in Masbate province in the Bicol Region have been recognized for their efforts in achieving environmentally and socially responsible operations.

Filminera Resources Corp and Philippine Gold Processing and Refining Corp., the two firms behind the Masbate Gold Project, received four awards in the recent Presidential Mineral Industry Environmental Awards (PMIEA), in the Best Mining Forest and Safest Mine categories.

The 2020 PMIEAs are given to mining companies with the best practices in safety and health management, environmental protection and community development.

Both companies have active programs geared towards the conservation of nature, biological diversity and integrated approaches to land use planning.

As a result of these upland and coastal reforestation efforts, the reforested and rehabilitated areas are now home to a diverse range of flora and fauna species.

Aside from enhancing biodiversity through their environmental programs, the firms have also spurred social development in the surrounding communities through various livelihood programs.

Filminera is the recipient of the PMIEA Selection Committee Platinum Achievement Award in Surface Mining Operation Category, the Titanium Achievement Award, Mineral Exploration Category and the winner of the Safest Mineral Exploration – A Category.

Phil Gold, on the other hand, received the PMIEA Selection Committee Titanium Achievement Award in the Mineral Processing Category.

Women’s Month and empowerment principles

To culminate Women’s Month, a signing event of the UN Women Empowerment Principles (WEPs) was held at the end of March. The UN WEPs is a roadmap to business sustainability and growth. It is a framework of seven principles that provide guidance for companies to promote transformative change towards gender equality and women empowerment in the workplace, marketplace, and community. These principles will guide companies in evaluating and assessing their policies, projects, and practices, and in identifying areas for improvement.

Women Business Council Philippines Chairperson Monette Hamlin said women, even if they are leaders in their companies, also hold multiple roles such as mother, wife, daughter, sister, or caregiver, among others, usually unpaid or non-monetized.  The UN Women estimates the value of such roles to be over a total of 16.4 billion hours spent on unpaid work daily, roughly equal to 2 billion people working 8 hours a day without pay, at 9% of the global gross domestic product or $11 trillion.  She said women’s unpaid care work at home can be put to good use and can add to the economy if the burden is lifted from women and shared equally by men, noting that it is in the home that values formation and respect for women is first developed. It is also in the home where the next generation of women leaders are developed.

Currently, the Philippines ranks first globally in terms of women leadership positions, with about 48% of senior positions in companies held by women.

Katja Friewald, Regional Programme Manager for We Empower Asia from the UN Women, said the event is not just about signing a commitment document, but is also about making a strong call to action to all business leaders to start their rebuilding and recovery from the pandemic with the women and girl children in mind.  More than 40 million women and girls have fallen into poverty across the world amid the pandemic, and the business community has a huge role to help work against this. She emphasized the important role of the business leaders in facilitating the integration of gender equality and women empowerment in their  organizations’ DNA, including it in companies’ business operations. Signing the WEPs is just the first step for companies to do this — by being part of a global community that works together towards a common agenda which is to advance gender equality and women empowerment in the country.

The UN Women will continue to provide the necessary support in terms of capacity building and activities to the members of the WEPs community to sustain and heighten the momentum of the gender equality efforts in the Philippines. The UN Women will also soon launch an innovative program called Care Entrepreneurship Accelerator to help women entrepreneurs who are developing solutions to address the unpaid care work issue of women, which holds back many of them from active participation in the economy.

Rosalyn Mesinas, Philippines Programme Manager of UN Women, introduced the seven WEPs including the corresponding success indicators:

– Establish high-level corporate leadership for gender equality.

– Treat all women and men fairly at work. Respect and support human rights and nondiscrimination.

– Ensure the health, safety and well-being of all women and men workers.

– Promote education, training and professional development for women.

– Implement enterprise development, supply chain and marketing practices that empower women.

– Promote equality through community initiatives and advocacy.

– Measure and publicly report on progress to achieve gender equality.

Companies may adopt all or select a few specific principles and indicators that they would want to focus and report on. She said promoting and integrating WEPs is a winning situation for a company, as it does not only promote women’s rights as human rights and ensure the sustainability of the business, but it also enables the company to directly contribute to the UN Sustainability Development Goal No. 5 on Gender Equality. Moreover, advancing women’s empowerment drives economic growth and supports business performance and resilience through innovation, cost savings and productivity, market growth, and trust and credibility between and among employees, consumers, and other stakeholders

As of March, over 4,000 companies in 141 countries have signed and committed to implementing the WEPs. In the Philippines alone, a total of 70 individual companies and member companies of Women Business Council Philippines and the Filipina CEO Circle joined the WEPs global community; PNB is the only local universal bank that participated in the WEPs signing.

FCC President Sharon Dayoan and Chairman Cristina Concepcion together with WomenBizPH President Mylene Abiva also enjoined all women leaders to promote women empowerment and gender equality.

Equality means business!

 

Flor Gozon Tarriela is chairman of the Philippine National Bank, PNB Capital and PNB Mizuho Leasing & Finance Corporation. She is a former Undersecretary of Finance and the first Filipina vice-president of Citibank N.A. She is a trustee of FINEX and an Institute of Corporate Directors fellow.

From trash to plants at Robinsons Malls

PLANTITOS and plantitas received plants, seeds, and organic compost in exchange for their plastic bottles in a plant exchange held at Robinsons Magnolia last month. Robinson Malls has partnered with the Bureau of Plant Industry (BPI) to help and save Mother Earth through a series of exchanges where a bit of trash gets the giver a plant. During the exchange held at Robinsons Magnolia, mall visitors were invited to bring at least three 1.5-liter bottles or one 5-liter bottle to exchange for free seedlings, seeds, and organic compost. The BPI will use the collected bottles as pots for plants they grow for their community partners. The bottles-for-plants exchange will be held at Robinsons Magnolia again in the near future, and also at Robinsons Galleria, Robinsons Place Metro East, Robinsons Town Mall Malabon, and Robinsons Place Antipolo. For more information, visit www.robinsonsmalls.com or its Virtual Directory bit.ly/RMallsVirtualMallDirectory.

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