EastWest and Puregold Price Club, Inc. have officially launched the EastWest Puregold Always Panalo Visa Credit Card, the latest game-changing financial tool designed to give shoppers even greater rewards and savings.

The much-anticipated launch event held last April 3, 2025 at Bonifacio Global City, Taguig, brought together executives from EastWest and Puregold, media representatives, and industry leaders to celebrate a winning partnership aimed at delivering unparalleled value and always going further for Filipino consumers nationwide.

“This card is a collaboration between EastWest and Puregold that delivers practical, real-world benefits. It turns regular grocery runs into opportunities to earn cash rebates, which can be converted into Puregold P-Wallet credits, helping cardholders stretch their budgets while enjoying the ease of cashless payments. This partnership is rooted in the shared goal of serving real Filipino households. Something Puregold has done for years by being a dependable part of their everyday routines,” shared Jerry Ngo, EastWest CEO, during his opening speech.

The EastWest Puregold Always Panalo Visa Credit Card turns every checkout into a win. With its industry leading Php30 is to 1 rewards point conversion for purchases at Puregold and Php100 is to 1 rewards point for all other transactions, grocery shopping and everyday spending become even more rewarding. Cardholders can also accumulate up to Php 3,000 in their Puregold P-Wallet monthly when they convert their rewards points at a 1 Rewards Point to Php1 conversion rate—ensuring more savings with every purchase.

The launch event featured a ceremonial card unveiling, a media roundtable discussion led by key executives, and activities that kept the energy high throughout the celebration. A specially produced jingle for the EastWest Puregold Always Panalo Visa Credit Card was also introduced and will be played in Puregold stores nationwide.

“The EastWest Puregold Always Panalo Visa Credit Card maximizes every peso spent, making shopping for the family more rewarding. For every transaction brings you closer to bigger savings and exclusive perks,” said Lawrence Lee, EastWest EVP and Head of Consumer Lending Cluster.

The event was also yet another perfect milestone during EastWest’s 30-year anniversary celebration, marking three decades of going further for Filipinos by introducing innovative banking solutions that empower customers to achieve more.

The EastWest Puregold Always Panalo Visa Credit Card is now available for application, allowing shoppers to experience a more rewarding way to pay. Consumers can visit any Puregold branch nationwide or go to https://ewbank.cc/puregold-eng to apply and start enjoying the exclusive perks.

For more information, visit eastwestbanker.com or follow EastWest and Puregold’s official social media pages for updates and promotions.

Chef JP Anglo steps into the role of Toshiba’s Takumi Master for Culinary, transforming kitchens with a fusion of craftsmanship and innovation. Together with Toshiba, a global leader in premium home appliances, they bring culinary artistry and advanced precision to elevate home cooking.

Chef JP Anglo is Toshiba’s Takumi Master for Culinary

Chef JP Anglo is a renowned chef and an international restaurateur, having founded Sarsa Restaurant in Makati City. Driven by a passion for his heritage, he is on a mission to elevate culinary standards and deliver unparalleled taste and quality in every dish.

With a relentless drive, he has transformed traditional Filipino flavors into globally celebrated dishes. Through his restaurants, he tells the story of Filipinos around the world, one dish at a time.

Chef JP highlights the connection between craftsmanship and innovation. Control, accuracy, and consistency are essential in both cooking and kitchen appliances that go beyond quality. His partnership with Toshiba reflects their shared passion for pushing culinary boundaries.

“Great food starts with great tools. As a chef, I rely on consistency and control, which is why I’m proud to partner with Toshiba because great kitchen tools make all the difference in creating amazing and memorable food,” said Chef JP.

Just as Chef JP goes beyond the ordinary to achieve culinary excellence, Toshiba’s Lava Series goes beyond quality. Engineered for precision and performance, it is designed to support and enhance the artistry of cooking.

The Toshiba Lava Series 90cm Gas Range

With its powerful burners, precise temperature control, and elegant design, the Lava Series Gas Range is built to inspire creativity in every kitchen, empowering individuals to bring their culinary visions to life with confidence and ease.

In Chef JP’s world, every detail is crafted with purpose and precision, a philosophy that Toshiba brings to life through its innovative kitchen solutions. Together, they invite home chefs and culinary professionals alike to embrace a new standard of excellence.

To see how Takumi Master Chef JP Anglo brings innovation and craftsmanship to life, follow Toshiba Lifestyle Philippines on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. For more information on Toshiba’s newest product line-ups and campaign of redefining excellence and going beyond the details, visit https://www.toshiba-lifestyle.com/ph.

Garmin has unveiled the all new Descent™ G2, a rugged watch-style dive computer with features to help divers explore both their underwater and topside worlds. With support for multiple dive modes – ranging from technical diving to freediving – plus popular features like a dive readiness score and Garmin’s suite of health, fitness1 and connected features, the newest dive computer is ready for the next adventure. It also features an eco-friendly design with parts made with recycled ocean-bound plastics and up to 10 days of battery life in smartwatch mode to keep the explorations going.

“Whether you’re a novice diver or more seasoned, the Descent G2 is designed to grow with you—even into tech diving. And with popular features for life above the water like dive readiness, 24/7 heart rate, advanced sleep monitoring and more, there is no limit as to what this watch can do before, during and after your next dive.” –Dan Bartel, Garmin Vice President of Global Consumer Sales

Dive-ready design

Featuring a 1.2” AMOLED display, the Descent G2 makes it easier to read more data at a glance—even while underwater. Designed with environmental responsibility in mind, 100% of the plastic used to make the watch’s housing, bezel, and buttons come from recycled ocean-bound plastics. The rugged material is complemented by a strong sapphire lens, 100-meter dive-rated case and leak-proof buttons.

The Descent G2 is also available in two colorways – a popular black and a colorful paloma or shell pink – and is compatible with QuickFit™ bands so divers can easily change their band color to match the style of their gear.

Prepare for the next dive

Using the dive readiness feature on the Descent G2, divers can gain insights into how lifestyle factors like sleep, stress, recent exercise, and jet lag can affect their body’s overall preparedness to dive. A higher readiness score may suggest it’s time to dive in, while a lower score may be reason to consider using a higher conservatism setting or choose an easier dive.

Recreational dive features The Descent G2 offers versatile dive tracking, in-dive navigation, and enhanced readability for a better underwater experience.

●Multiple dive modes: Track all types of diving, including single and multi-gas (including nitrox and trimix), closed-circuit rebreather (CCR) and gauge.

●In-dive compass: Navigate below the waterline with a built-in 3-axis compass.

●Big numbers mode: View critical data, like no-decompression limit (NDL), time, and depth thanks to a simplified screen and larger text.

Freedive features

The Descent G2 also comes with freedive features that provide customizable alerts and detailed analytics to enhance training and performance.

●Dynamic apnea mode: Track pool dives while training for the next freedive.

●Apnea alerts: Reduce the need to look at the watch during a dive by receiving audible and haptic alerts for custom depth, interval, direction, target depth and neutral buoyancy.

●Variometer: Receive audible and haptic alerts based on descent or ascent rates.

●Velocity chart: Log velocity and review descent and ascent rates, as well as hang time, throughout the dive in the Garmin Dive™ smartphone app.

All-day wearability

For life above the water, the Descent G2 includes Garmin’s suite of health and wellness, training, and connected features.

●Health and wellness monitoring: Track heart rate 24/7; keep tabs on daily steps, calories burned and floors climbed; receive a full breakdown of light, deep and REM sleep stages as well as a sleep score and advanced sleep insights; gain a deeper understanding of overall health with heart rate variability (HRV) status; track stress, hydration and respiration; and monitor Pulse Ox2 while awake or asleep.

●Training insights: Stay active with dozens of preloaded sports apps for cycling, open-water swimming, strength training and more; track intensity minutes, VO2 max, heat and altitude acclimation and recovery time; follow Garmin Coach training plans that adapt day-to-day based on performance, recovery and health metrics; and view an entire week of daily suggested workouts that adapt after every run or bike ride.

●Connectivity tools: When paired with a compatible Apple® or Android™ smartphone, receive emails, texts and alerts; get a complete look at health and fitness stats in Garmin Connect™; workout with peace of mind with incident detection, assistance and LiveTrack3; and download watch faces, data fields and apps from the Connect IQ™ store right to the watch.

Available now on the official Garmin PH website or online through Kinetic, Lazada, or Shopee, the Descent G2 has a suggested retail price of P45,490.00

Engineered on the inside for life on the outside, Garmin products have revolutionized life for adventurers, athletes, off-road explorers, road warriors and outdoor enthusiasts everywhere. Committed to developing products that enhance experiences, enrich lives and help provide peace of mind, Garmin believes every day is an opportunity to innovate and a chance to beat yesterday.

1 Activity tracking accuracy.

2 This is not a medical device and is not intended for use in the diagnosis or monitoring of any medical condition; see Garmin.com/ataccuracy. Pulse Ox not available in all countries.

3 When paired with your compatible smartphone. For safety and tracking feature requirements and limitations, see Garmin.com/safety.

The iconic and top-rating family sitcom “Pepito Manaloto” is now on its 15th year of bringing happiness and life lessons to every Filipino family in the country and abroad.

To celebrate this milestone, the show offers a two-part anniversary and summer special on April 26 and May 3. A candid and quirky beach adventure awaits the cast led by comedy genius Michael V., together with Manilyn Reynes, Ronnie Henares, John Feir, Chariz Solomon, Arthur Solinap, Mosang, Janna Dominguez, Angel Satsumi, and Jake Vargas.

Adding fun to their getaway are the well-loved characters of Mikoy Morales, Jen Rosendahl, Cherry Malvar, Tony Lopena, Sophia Senoron, and Maureen Larrazabal. Also joining them in a beautiful destination in San Juan, Batangas are special guests Gelli de Belen, Robb Guinto, and Jak Roberto.

How will Elsa (Manilyn) react when she finds out that Pepito (Michael V.) goes on an accidental road trip with Vanessa (Robb), where he has to stay overnight in a roadside motel with her? Smells like jealousy and lovers’ quarrel!

Meanwhile, Chito (Jake) tries to comfort and entertain his friend Eric (Jak), who just got out of a relationship but is still in love with his ex. A familiar story, isn’t it?

And of course, a “Pepito Manaloto” episode is not complete without Tommy (Ronnie) trying to scam people. This time, Tommy negotiates with a rich widow who gets on everyone’s nerves and seems to want Pepito’s attention. Is it going to be a done deal for Tommy and his new “friend?”

Looking back at the past 15 years, “Pepito Manaloto” has truly become a huge part of every Filipino home and a source of laughter and inspiration. With this, Michael V. guarantees that they are giving it all to continue making everyone happy, “Magkakaroon ng extension ang buhay ng mga character sa show kaya kaabang-abang ‘yan. All out talaga kami rito.”

Moreover, Manilyn highlights how important the show is within their lives, “Hindi na lang siya basta trabaho sa amin. Damang-dama mo na love ninyo ang isa’t isa at pare-pareho ang layunin ninyo na magpasaya ng viewers at may matutunan silang aral, pati kami.”

Ronnie also underscores that the cast and crew of “Pepito Manaloto” is already an “actual family” on and off cam, “There’s never enough time with them, because they are all funny. Ang dami namin laging kwentuhan and it’s nice to get to know them personally.”

Lastly, John pays tribute to the production and creative teams, “Hindi mabubuo ang ‘Pepito Manaloto’ kung hindi dahil sa mga taong nasa likod ng camera. Minsan ‘yung mismong mga kwento nila ginagawa rin namin sa show.”

Don’t miss the anniversary and summer special of the well-loved series “Pepito Manaloto.” Catch it every Saturday at 7:15 p.m. on GMA-7. Viewers can also watch the show on Kapuso Stream and YouLOL Livestream.

For more stories about the Kapuso Network, visit www.GMANetwork.com.

Your reliable and sleek smartphone is now within reach! The HONOR X5b Plus is officially available with Globe Postpaid GPlan 599, and it’s yours with just a ₱500 cash out.

This exciting offer provides users with 2GB of data, 100 All-Net Texts, and 100 All-Net Call Minutes, ensuring you stay connected wherever you go.

Stylish, Powerful, and Affordable

The HONOR X5b Plus combines reliable performance with a sleek design, making it the perfect device for staying connected and productive. Whether you’re streaming, browsing, or catching up with loved ones, this phone has you covered.

The HONOR X5b Plus boasts a 6.56-inch HD+ TFT LCD display with a smooth 90Hz refresh rate and 530 nits of brightness for a vibrant viewing experience. Powered by the MediaTek Helio G36 (12nm) Octa-core CPU, it features 4GB of RAM with HONOR RAM Turbo technology, expandable to an 8GB equivalent, ensuring seamless multitasking. The device offers 128GB of internal storage, expandable up to 1TB via microSD, for all your apps, photos, and files.

For photography enthusiasts, the X5b Plus is equipped with a 50MP AI Ultra-clear main camera and a 5MP selfie camera, delivering sharp and detailed images. It is fueled by a robust 5200mAh battery with 10W wired charging, running on Android 14 with MagicOS 8.0 for a user-friendly experience.

The device supports Dual SIM, 4G LTE, and dual-band Wi-Fi, alongside Bluetooth 5.1 for versatile connectivity. Additional features include a side-mounted fingerprint sensor, face recognition, USB Type-C port, and a 3.5mm headphone jack. With dimensions of 163.85 x 75.75 x 8.7 mm and weighing 194g, the HONOR X5b Plus is available in Midnight Black, and Ocean Blue.

HONOR X5b Plus Made Accessible

Available now with Globe Postpaid GPlan 599, the HONOR X5b Plus ensures affordability without compromising on quality. With just a ₱500 cash out, users can enjoy an enhanced mobile experience at an unbeatable price.

Apply now online at https://bit.ly/Globe_X5bPlus_FB or visit your nearest Globe Store.

For more information about the HONOR X5b Plus, visit: https://bit.ly/Globe_X5bPlus_PR. Stay updated by following HONOR Philippines on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok.

For more information and exciting announcements, you may visit HONOR’s website www.hihonor.com or social media platforms: Facebook (Facebook.com/HonorPhilippines), Instagram (Instagram.com/honorph/) and TikTok Shop: (Tiktok.com/@honorphilippines). To check out HONOR’s complete list of retail stores, go to https://www.hihonor.com/ph/retailers/.

Multi-awarded Kapuso broadcast journalist and documentarist Kara David further cements her legacy of journalistic integrity, receiving the prestigious Star Icon for Investigative Journalism and Media Excellence at the Global Filipino Icon Awards 2025 held on April 5 in Dubai, UAE.

The award recognizes David's exceptional contributions to the media industry, highlighting her unwavering commitment to truth, impactful reporting, and powerful documentary work.

In her speech during the awarding ceremony, David expressed profound admiration for the hard work and dedication of Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs), whom she considers the true icons of the nation.

“I feel so humbled to receive such an award. Ang salitang ‘icon’ ay karaniwang binibigay sa mga taong may mataas na naabot sa buhay o may nagawang kahanga-hanga. Pero sa totoo lang, looking at all of you today, and after knowing all your stories of hardship, challenges, and perseverance, kayo, mga Global Pinoys, ang tunay na kahanga-hanga.”

She also pledged to continue her work, striving to inspire and serve her fellow Filipinos, “Alam ko na may obligasyon ako sa pamilya, higit sa lahat sa aking bayan. Kaya tulad ninyo, patuloy akong lalaban. Sana kayo rin.”

David currently hosts GMA Network's flagship and acclaimed documentary program "I-Witness," alongside Howie Severino, Atom Araullo, Mav Gonzales, and John Consulta. She also hosts GMA Public Affairs' popular infotainment show, "Pinas Sarap."

In March, David and her fellow "I-Witness" hosts were awarded Best Documentary Program Hosts at the 38th PMPC Star Awards for Television. In the same month, she was honored with the Media Excellence in Public Affairs Hosting Award (Female) for "I-Witness" at the Laurus Nobilis Media Excellence Awards.

The Global Filipino Icon Awards recognizes outstanding personalities who have made significant contributions to their respective fields, both in the Philippines and abroad. The event is organized by “The Global Filipino Magazine,” a prominent publication based in Dubai and is known as the fastest growing Filipino magazine in the Middle East.

For more stories about the Kapuso Network, visit www.GMANetwork.com.

Kate Galang-Coseteng knows what it means to stand her ground in rooms often dominated by louder voices. As one of the youngest elected councilors in Quezon City and now a third-term official, she has spent nearly a decade doing what many only talk about: putting people first, especially women.

From authoring ordinances that matter — like the creation of the Quezon City University and the city’s first public dialysis center — to speaking up for solo parents and persons with disabilities, Coseteng has built her public service career on action, not promises.

And now, she's taking that fight to a national stage, alongside the Kababaihan Party-list — not to run another race, but to widen the space for Filipino women to rise.

“Before I write anything into policy, I talk to people on the ground,” Coseteng said in a recent statement. “The best solutions come from those who live the struggle every day.”

A Party-List Rooted in Real Lives

The Kababaihan Party-list isn’t just another name on the ballot. It’s a growing movement shaped by the real needs of working women. Their programs are rooted in the most basic question many mothers, workers, and caregivers ask: Sino ang kakampi namin?

Their answer is clear.

At the core is the Tahanan ng Kababaihan, a night care center designed for mothers who work the graveyard shift — call center agents, nurses, bar staff, and security guards — women who power the city while the rest of it sleeps. The center offers a safe space for their children, easing the fear of leaving them alone or with strangers.

“We want women to work with peace of mind, knowing their children are safe,” Coseteng explained.

Beyond care, there’s support for recovery. Kanlungan para sa Biktima ng Pang-aabuso, a sanctuary for women who’ve suffered violence, offers legal and psychological counseling — a lifeline for those breaking free from cycles of abuse.

And for women looking to take control of their financial lives, Kababaihan is pushing for a Microfinance Law for Women, with targeted funding for small businesses. From baking to tailoring to tech, these aren’t just hobbies — they’re potential incomes. The goal is financial independence, and more importantly, dignity.

Not Afraid of the Hard Conversations

True to its name, the Kababaihan Party-list stands firm on issues that often get buried in public discourse — online sex trafficking, divorce, and safe spaces for LGBTQIA+ Filipinos.

Coseteng has voiced support for legislation that holds tech companies accountable for enabling online human trafficking, referencing similar laws in the UK where platforms can be penalized for hosting illicit content.

“The Philippines ranks high in online sex trafficking,” she said. “We need to act decisively — tech companies must be part of the solution, not the problem.”

The party-list also backs a revised Divorce Bill — not to make marriage disposable, but to give an escape route to those trapped in abusive or irreparable relationships. It’s about giving women, and their children, a second chance at peace.

On LGBTQIA+ rights, Kababaihan echoes what many already know: inclusion isn’t optional. Their programs promote safe spaces, fight discrimination, and encourage policy change so everyone — regardless of gender identity — is treated equally.

A Legacy of Service, A Future Built Together

While her last name carries weight — she is the daughter-in-law of former Senator Nikki Coseteng — Kate Galang-Coseteng has carved her own path. A graduate of Cornell University and Siena College in Quezon City, she merges global perspective with local commitment.

Backed by a platform built on listening and learning, Coseteng and the Kababaihan Party-list represent more than political ambition. They represent the women you meet in jeepneys, in hospitals, in offices and sari-sari stores — women raising families, chasing dreams, and building communities.

And in a country where “babae lang yan” is still heard too often, Kababaihan’s work insists on a different truth: that Filipino women are not just resilient — they are ready to lead.

Empowerment Champions assemble. TP in the Philippines HR Director Neil Norman Littaua (right) shares insights on the company’s successful programs for workplace equity at the CCI France Philippines’ gathering for women’s month.

TP, a global leader in digital business services, showcased its journey and achievements for women empowerment in the workplace at an intimate gathering of business leaders and community advocates hosted by the French Chamber of Commerce and Industry in the Philippines (CCIFP).

Themed "Partners in Progress: Inclusive Leadership for Lasting Change," the high-level gathering focused on successful initiatives and programs that drive and celebrate the contributions of women in businesses and communities across the nation.

TP in the Philippines HR Director Neil Norman Littaua, as the event’s keynote speaker and panelist, highlighted the sustained advocacy of the company in the task to attain gender equity in the workplace. “In 2016, we started enhancing the rigor of our strategic approach towards gender equity. We need to listen more to women to empower more women and to involve them in finding [the right] solutions and creating [safe] spaces. Our community is always part of this endeavor, and we continue to learn through our partners and fellow advocates.”

Littaua also emphasized how TP’s comprehensive inclusivity and diversity strategy is deeply embedded across all areas of the business, leading to a milestone achievement of having 57% women in management roles in 2024.

Through the years, TP in the Philippines has progressively driven the growth of women in leadership roles, with representation on the executive team growing substantially from 9% in 2021 to 22% in 2023. In 2024, TP promoted its first female Chief Operating Officer, Tanya Famador, who also co-founded and chaired TP Women PH.

TP Women works to empower women by providing mentorship programs, fostering professional development, and creating leadership opportunities. Furthermore, TP actively participates in national and regional workplace gender equality programs and engages with industry diversity, equity, and inclusion networks such as the Philippine Business Coalition for Women Empowerment (PBCWE) and Philippine Financial & Inter-Industry Pride (PFIP).

In addition to supporting women empowerment in the workplace through TP Women, TP’s overarching inclusion and diversity strategy also supports the LGBTQIA+ community and persons with disability.

“At TP we firmly believe that listening to our people, empowering them to lead, creating safe spaces, and involving more allies, are key to effectively driving gender equity in the workplace. This is truly a collective effort,” said Jeffrey Johnson, Chief People Officer of TP in the Philippines.

TP's dedication to workplace equity earned special recognition from the PBCWE in 2023, having successfully implemented 27 out of 38 action plan commitments while maintaining documented progress on the remaining 11 long-term initiatives. TP was also recognized with the 1st Runner-Up award for the Gender-Inclusive Workplace category of the Asia-Pacific Women’s Empowerment Principles (WEPs) Awards in 2024.

This Easter Sunday (April 20), prepare for a truly special and unforgettable viewing experience as Kapuso Mo, Jessica Soho (KMJS) delves into a captivating and inspiring array of stories, promising a memorable Easter for Kapuso viewers.

Journey through time as award-winning host Jessica Soho revisits the intriguing tale of the alleged Marian apparition on Cabra Island in Occidental Mindoro during the 1960s – the very inspiration behind the iconic film “Himala.”

Prepare to be moved by the poignant story of a young woman in Palawan who has an unusual and deeply concerning behavior of gnawing at the walls of their house.

Further, unravel the mystery surrounding the rumored plane crash atop a waterfall in Matuguinao, Samar. KMJS seeks to uncover whether it is merely folklore or a hidden truth lies beneath the cascading waters.

Jessica also seeks out the abaca farmers of Valencia, Negros Oriental, exploring how the shift to polymer currency has impacted their livelihoods.

Moreover, discover the unique delight of the "sapote" fruit, a natural wonder with a surprising chocolatey taste. Explore the fascinating belief surrounding a cross-bearing "sinukuan" plant stem in Guimaras and its supposed power to bring good fortune. Finally, marvel at the unique yet effective skincare utilizing mud in South Cotabato.

Don’t miss these stories in KMJS this Sunday, 8:15 p.m. on GMA. Viewers can also watch the livestream via KMJS' Facebook Page and GMA Public Affairs’ YouTube channel. Global Pinoys can catch it via GMA Pinoy TV.

For more stories about the Kapuso Network, visit www.GMANetwork.com.