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Sep 11, 2025

Cebu Pacific Partners with DLSU to Train Next Generation of Filipino Aviation Engineers

Cebu Pacific Air, the Philippines’ leading carrier, has partnered with De La Salle University (DLSU) - Manila to mentor future aviation engineers through its Design Engineering Program.

The five-year collaboration, formalized through a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA), will give select DLSU engineering students the opportunity to work closely with CEB’s technical experts in designing and developing projects for real airline operations. These will include smart systems for aircraft maintenance and sustainable mobility solutions for the carrier’s facilities.

The outputs of these projects will also serve as their thesis or capstone requirements. “This partnership invests in more than projects—it invests in people. By guiding young engineers to innovate with purpose, we are building the future of Philippine aviation together,” said Shevantha Weerasekera, CEB Vice President for Engineering and Fleet Management.

Twenty-five DLSU engineering students have been chosen for the program’s pilot run this year. This marks CEB’s first formal partnership with a university to embed practical airline industry experience into higher education. The airline said it plans to expand the program to more schools in the coming years as part of its long-term investment in Philippine aviation.

The initiative also reflects CEB’s broader push to develop homegrown talent. In May 2025, the airline launched its OFW Balikbayan Program, which encourages engineers working overseas to return and share their expertise with the local sector.

For more information on CEB’s career opportunities, visit https://bit.ly/BeAMomentMaker

Sep 2, 2025

foodpanda Launches PRO Weeks - Offering Up to 50% Off on Top Brands Across the Philippines

Jexx Hinggo 3:11 AM foodpanda , lifestyle 0 Comments

foodpanda today announced the launch of ‘PRO Weeks,’ a limited-time savings event from September 1 to 15, offering exclusive deals and up to 50% off for its pandapro subscribers. The two-week campaign provides members with significant discounts and free delivery on food, groceries, and shop items from popular partners.

"Our goal with pandapro is to make ordering online more affordable and convenient for our customers," said Pat Jacinto, Growth and Marketing Director of foodpanda Philippines. "PRO Weeks is our way of providing even greater value on the meals and essentials people already love, reinforcing why a pandapro membership is the smartest way to save."

The promotion highlights the benefits of a pandapro subscription, which includes year-round perks such as free delivery, exclusive vouchers, and discounts on thousands of restaurants and stores. During PRO Weeks, members will receive:

Up to 50% off select food and grocery vendors, including food delivery on foodpanda restaurants.
Pandamart also offers up to 50% off.
Shops feature discounts such as P140 off Robinsons Supermarket and P100 off Puregold.
Members can enjoy exclusive stackable vouchers and bundles.

foodpanda's PRO Weeks campaign is designed to reward existing members and encourage new users to join and unlock instant access to discounts and year-round perks.

For as low as ₱33.30 per month with the 12-month plan, users can subscribe to pandapro in just a few taps: open the foodpanda app, go to the pandapro section, choose a plan, then proceed to checkout to select a payment method and confirm.

With up to 50% off, free delivery, and exclusive vouchers, this proves that being a pandapro subscriber truly pays off. So whether it’s your favorite fast food, grocery staples, or a midnight snack, don’t just order—order smarter with foodpanda.

Aug 8, 2025

Fantastic 4: First Steps - A Review You Didn’t Ask For

Jexx Hinggo 2:57 AM lifestyle , marvel 0 Comments

FANTASTIC FOUR: FIRST STEPS MOVIE REVIEW

It’s refreshing to finally watch a vibrant, lively superhero film again. The color grading alone already made me feel nostalgic—even though I’m a '90s baby! Hehe.

Now, let’s talk about the cast. To be honest, I’m still very much Team John Krasinski and Chris Evans—they are Reed Richards and Johnny Storm for me. So I wasn't 100% sold on the new lineup at first. But Pedro Pascal? Of course he’s not bad with anything. Haha! Eventually, I liked him as Reed. And after watching Vanessa Kirby as Sue Storm? I’m totally sold. She nailed it. She deserves “Mother of the Year” just for this movie.

Galactus was so good. Hoping he had more screen time and a stronger backstory, he could’ve been even more terrifying than Thanos, especially for viewers who aren’t familiar with the comics.

As for Silver Surfer (or Shalla-Bal in this version)—I had mixed feelings. Julia Garner is a great actress, but her portrayal didn’t quite match the image I had in mind. I expected a tall, commanding, voluptuous presence. She was scary, yes—but not as visually intimidating as I imagined.

The visual effects were mostly solid, except that one part—in a bad way. When The Thing carried the baby, the CGI felt a little off and jumpy. Maybe it’s because I didn’t watch it in IMAX? It was definitely noticeable.

Story-wise, I loved the reintroduction. The pacing and conflict were well-placed. I'm just curious why they added The Thing’s love interest subplot. Anyone else noticed that? Let me know if there’s a reason behind it.

Overall, it’s a great comeback for the Fantastic Four. Way better than I expected—especially after Thunderbolts. I'm now super curious to see how they’ll explore Franklin Richards and his insane power level in the future.

If you’re planning to watch it, I suggest going all out and seeing it on the big screen or IMAX. Totally worth it.

Marvel Marvel PH

Jun 24, 2025

Wonder in Breeze: Native Shoes Opens at Abreeza Ayala Mall

Jexx Hinggo 4:32 AM abreeza , lifestyle 1 Comments

June 1 was a treat for all shoe lovers in Davao as Native Shoes officially opened its doors at Abreeza Ayala Mall—and I was lucky to be invited to their “Wonder in Breeze” launch event!

Jun 14, 2025

This Fathers Day, Let Food Do the Talking with foodpanda

Jexx Hinggo 8:32 PM foodpanda , lifestyle 0 Comments

Let’s be real—saying “I love you” out loud isn’t always easy, especially to Dad. But foodpanda is here to remind us that sometimes, we don’t need to find the perfect words… just the perfect meal.

Because for many Filipino families, love is often shown through shared food—his favorite ulam, a hearty comfort meal, or that special dish that brings back childhood memories. With foodpanda, it’s easier than ever to say “mahal kita” in the most Pinoy way possible: through delicious, thoughtfully delivered food.

Love, Delivered Straight to Dad
Whether your bond with Dad is full of loud jokes or quiet moments, showing your appreciation doesn’t have to be complicated. With foodpanda’s reliable delivery, flexible scheduling, and endless food choices, sometimes all it takes is the scent of his favorite dish arriving at the door to say everything your heart wants to express.

Even from Afar, You’re Still Close at Heart
If you’re living in another city—or even just across town—and can’t sit down for a meal together, don’t worry. foodpanda makes it possible to bridge that gap with meaningful, delicious surprises. Let Dad know you’re thinking of him and grateful for all that he’s done, no matter the distance.

Celebrate with Savings, Too!
Honoring Dad doesn’t have to break the bank. From June 13 to 15, enjoy ₱555 cashback when you order food using the code LOVEYOUPA. Want more exclusive perks? Subscribe to pandapro and get 15% cashback with the code PROCB, or save big with 30% off a 12-month plan using GORPRONA. With these deals, you can show love and save at the same time!

For Every Father Figure in Your Life
Whether it’s your dad, lolo, tito, stepdad, kuya, or someone who’s been a father figure to you, this day is about honoring them all. And foodpanda is here to help you do just that—with meals that speak volumes, even when words don’t come easy.