ArenaPlus brings fun-filled Star Magic All Star Games 2024

 

ArenaPlus, your 24/7 sports betting app, added more fun and entertainment to the most anticipated Star Magic All Star Games 2024 on June 3 at the Smart Araneta Coliseum.

ArenaPlus has been with the ABS-CBN Star Magic in providing enjoyable activities designed to bring their favorite artists closer to their fans. As the lead presenter of this year’s game, ArenaPlus enjoined ABS-CBN to gather today’s favorite and young stars in a basketball and volleyball game made special with the participation of known groups and individuals in sports and entertainment.

 

This year's ABS-CBN Star Magic Volleyball Game was between the Lady Setters, led by BINI Mikha Lim and Anjie Salvacion with PVL star players Fifi Sharma and Dani Ravena, and the Lady Setters, led by Vivoree and Loisa Andalio with PVL star players Celine Domingo and Gel Cayuna.

The Lady Spikers took down the Lady Setters in three sets: 25-20, 22-25, and 25-18. Awra Briguela top-scored for the winning team with 23 points, 22 attacks and a block, while Analain Salvador took the Most Valuable Player.

The Mythical Six members for volleyball were Briguela, Reign Parani, Anji Salvacion, Janna Zambran, Mikha Lim, and Vivoree Escoto. Among the special award recipients were best setter BINI Mikha, best receiver Analain Salvador, best spiker Awra Briguela, and best libero Leona Andalio.

In addition, Star Magic Shooting Stars Blue were led by Donny Pangilinan and Ronnie Alonte, while the internet sensation Cong’s Anbilibabol Basketball, led by Lincoln “Cong'' Velasquez of Team Payaman, fought in a head-to-head basketball game.

Shooting Stars Blue's win over Cong's Anbilibabol Basketball with 88-76 score. Alonte, who emerged as the match MVP, fired 27 points, 5 rebounds, and 4 assists. Among the mythical five were Star Magic stars Ronnie Alonte, Donnie Pangilinan, and River Joseph, along with Team Payaman members Chris Lagudas and Nelson Mendoza.

Aside from the games, the crowd went wild during the half-time performance by the rising girl group BINI, with their top hit songs “Karera” and “Pantropiko.”

ArenaPlus ensures that it supports all major entertainment events in the country. The growing partnership with ABS-CBN is a testimony that the brand is being entrusted to make any entertainment and sports event in the country fun and enjoyable, anytime and anywhere.

DigiPlus is the fastest-growing digital entertainment company in the country. It operates the country’s leading digital platforms, BingoPlus, ArenaPlus, PeryaGame, Tongits+, and BingoPlus Poker, with more to come. ArenaPlus, the leading sports betting app that provides various sports live streaming in the Philippines, serves as the leading sports entertainment gateway for Filipinos. For more information, visit www.arenaplus.net.

Preparing Your Kid for College Far from Home

Sending your child off to college can be a bittersweet experience, especially when it's far from home. As a parent, it's natural to feel a mix of emotions - pride, excitement, and a hint of sadness. To ensure a smooth transition for your kid, it's essential to prepare them for the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead.

Emotional Preparation

Open Communication: Talk to your child about their feelings, expectations, and concerns. Listen attentively to their responses and offer guidance without being overly intrusive.
Independence: Encourage your child to take ownership of their daily routines, such as managing their time, finances, and personal care.
Coping Mechanisms: Teach your child healthy ways to manage stress, anxiety, and homesickness, such as exercise, meditation, or creative pursuits.

Practical Preparation

College Research: Familiarize your child with the college's culture, policies, and resources. Discuss academic programs, extracurricular activities, and support services.
Time Management: Help your child develop a schedule that balances academics, social life, and personal responsibilities.
Financial Literacy: Teach your child how to manage their finances, including budgeting, saving, and responsible spending.
Essential Skills: Ensure your child has basic life skills, such as cooking, laundry, and household chores.

Staying Connected

Regular Check-Ins: Establish a communication routine that works for both you and your child, such as weekly phone calls or video chats.
Respect Boundaries: Give your child space to navigate their new environment and relationships. Avoid being overly clingy or controlling.
Support Network: Encourage your child to build a support network of friends, mentors, and college resources.

Final Tips

Trust Your Child: Have faith in your child's abilities and preparation. Trust that they've grown into a capable and resilient individual.
Stay Positive: Focus on the excitement and opportunities that college brings. Celebrate your child's achievements and milestones.
Be Patient: Adjusting to college life takes time. Be patient with your child as they navigate challenges and learn from experiences.

By following these guidelines, you'll help your child develop the skills, confidence, and resilience needed to thrive in college, even from afar. Remember to stay supportive, yet hands-off, and trust that your child will grow into a capable and independent individual.

 

Allianz PNB Life Extends Availability of Wealth Building Product STEP UP 7

Wealth building and wealth protection are two important aspects to consider given the current economic situation in the country. It is important for Filipinos to boost their savings and ensure that their assets grow, so that they are protected for their future needs.

Allianz PNB Life (AZPNBL) remains committed to its purpose of securing more Filipinos by helping them build wealth as their protection and legacy to their families through its STEP UP 7 financial product. STEP UP 7 stands for Short-Term Endowment Plan with Uniform Payouts. It is a single-pay, non-participating endowment life insurance plan that matures in 7 years.

Stable income stream
The STEP UP 7 is ideal for individuals who want to add another stable and guaranteed stream of income to boost their savings while enjoying the benefits of insurance coverage. The plan offers guaranteed protection, maturity benefits, and an additional annual payout of 3.25% for 7 years.

Since its launch in 2019, it has garnered the attention of customers becoming one of the most availed products of AZPNBL. Its popularity among customers led to the roll-out of the product’s third tranche with an allocation of 2 billion pesos.

AZPNBL opened the third tranche in May 2023 with an adjusted coupon rate to adapt to current market trends and prevailing yield rates. It garnered even faster sales due to the attractive coupon rate offered to both new and repeat customers.

Opportunity to build a legacy
Given its success, AZPNBL has decided to extend the STEP UP 7 offer starting January 15, 2024, until supplies last. This extension allows more customers to avail of this plan and take advantage of its benefits of boosting their savings.

Allianz PNB Life Chief Product Provider Officer Leo Tan, Jr. says, “I am immensely proud and excited to reintroduce our special proposition, STEP UP 7. It is tailored specifically to the unique financial needs and preferences of Filipinos and is designed to provide guaranteed savings and protection for those seeking medium to long-term financial solutions.

Our proposition includes a guaranteed payout feature that allows customers to save up over time with the additional payout every year, while providing a level of protection with insurance coverage. This ensures that Filipinos can achieve financial stability and security while they work towards their financial goals. We understand the importance of financial security for Filipinos, and we have designed the STEP UP 7 propositions with this in mind. We take into account the long-term outlook and affinity of Filipinos towards financial planning, ensuring that our proposition aligns perfectly with their needs.”

The STEP UP 7 product is exclusively available to PNB customers. Find out more about the product through AZPNBL Life Changers by visiting the nearest PNB branch.