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Here’s where you can donate to the COVID-19 outbreak efforts
Donate from the safety of your own home
With the World Health Organization declaring the COVID-19 a pandemic, medical workers around the world have been busy fighting the outbreak. One way to help them is to lend donations and financial assistance. Many organizations around the world have set up a donation drive to aid the efforts in combating the outbreak.
Here’s a few of them where you can also donate:
We will update this article for new donation sites. Hit refresh from time to time to see these updates.
World Health Organization
The World Health Organization has its own donation drive that you can participate in by visiting their website. The COVID-19 Solidarity Response Fund facilitates easy donations from individuals, businesses, and organizations. They can choose to donate from USD 25 up to USD 2,500. If they’re feeling generous, they can donate a custom amount of money that will go a long way in combating the pandemic.
GCash
GCash is also holding a voluntary cash donation within its app. All of the money raised from the app shall go to seven partner organizations that help medical workers in combating the outbreak. The company has already raised approximately PhP 2.2 million as of March 20. To donate, simply download the GCash app or go to this site.
PayMaya
People who use the alternative to GCash — Paymaya — can also donate to select partner organizations. The company has partnered with the Philippine Red Cross, UNICEF, Caritas Manila, Oxfam, and others for this donation drive. Anyone willing to donate must head over to this website, select their preferred organization, choose the type of donation, and pay online via card or mobile number linked to their account.
Lazada
As part of their Lazada for Good campaign, the company has spearheaded a donation drive that can be accessed here. The donation drive is up and running for all the countries where Lazada operates — that includes the Philippines, Malaysia, Singapore, among others. Clicking over the link will take people to a country-specific Lazada site where they can donate to country-specific organizations.
Help from Home
This website provides a centralized hub for websites where you can donate to vulnerable people. The websites are arranged according to the group of people you wanted to help or give a donation to. Anyone can donate to medical workers or families affected by the ongoing lockdown on various parts of the Philippines by going over the site.
UNICEF
UNICEF — the UN-attached agency responsible for initiatives aimed towards children worldwide — also its own donation site where you can donate a certain amount of money. The donated money will go towards providing protective equipment to health workers in partner hospitals. Those donating can opt to pay with PayPal, GCash, or through their online banking providers.
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5 things to do while stuck indoors
As general rules, the CDC or The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention listed these to help with preventing the spread of COVID-19:
- Stay home when sick
- Cover coughs and sneezes
- Frequently wash hands with soap and water
- Clean frequently touched surfaces
Square Enix has officially unveiled Final Fantasy VII Revelation, the third and final entry in the Final Fantasy VII Remake trilogy. The game launches in Spring 2027 for PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch 2, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam, Epic Games Store, and Xbox PC.
Revealed at Summer Game Fest Live
The announcement debuted during Summer Game Fest Live. Director Naoki Hamaguchi and Vincent Valentine voice actor Matt Mercer also showcased the game’s first trailer and an extended gameplay presentation.
Revelation picks up as Cloud Strife and his allies race to stop Meteor and prevent the destruction of the planet. Sephiroth stands closer than ever to godhood, while the party takes flight aboard the iconic Highwind airship for the trilogy’s final adventure.
For the first time in the Remake series, players can freely explore the entire world using the Highwind. They can parachute into locations, tackle objectives in different orders, and make decisions that affect parts of their companions’ stories. The hybrid combat system also returns with new playable characters and expanded abilities.
Major locations revealed
The gameplay showcase revealed several major locations, including Wutai, Mideel, and the Northern Continent. Vincent Valentine and Cid Highwind will also join the playable roster. A new FITS system lets players equip outfits that unlock different abilities inspired by classic Final Fantasy jobs such as Black Mage and Warrior.
Producer Yoshinori Kitase described Revelation as the culmination of 30 years of Final Fantasy VII storytelling. Director Naoki Hamaguchi added that the game’s central theme is “resolve” as Cloud and his companions move toward the battle that will decide the planet’s fate.
Remake and Rebirth available in multiple platforms
Players can prepare for the finale by playing Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade and Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, both of which are already available across current platforms. Save data from those games will also unlock bonus summon materia in Final Fantasy VII Revelation.
Final Fantasy VII Revelation launches in Spring 2027.
HONOR has officially launched the Magic V6 in Malaysia, bringing its latest foldable flagship to the market ahead of a wider rollout across Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and other regions.
Price and availability
The device starts at MYR 7,699 (roughly over USD 1900), with pre-orders running from June 4 to June 11, 2026. Customers who place an order during the promotional period will receive freebies and protection benefits worth up to MYR 3,797 (around USD 940). These include a 2-Year Worry-Free Quality Assurance plan and a 1-Year Worry-Free Crack Protection plan.
The HONOR Magic V6 will be available in Red, Gold, White, and Black color options.
HONOR positions the Magic V6 as a foldable that eliminates the usual trade-offs between portability, durability, and performance. The device measures just 8.75mm when folded and 4.0mm when unfolded, while weighing around 219g. Despite its slim profile, it carries IP68 and IP69 ratings for water and dust resistance and uses HONOR’s new Super Steel Hinge with a tensile strength of 2,800MPa.
Massive battery in a slim foldable
One of the biggest highlights of the Magic V6 is its 6,660mAh silicon-carbon battery. HONOR says it is the largest battery ever fitted inside a foldable smartphone. The company achieved this through a new battery design featuring roughly 25% silicon content and an energy density of 921Wh/L.
Charging is handled through 80W wired HONOR SuperCharge and 66W wireless charging. The device also supports wireless reverse charging.
The foldable is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Mobile Platform, paired with LPDDR5X memory and UFS 4.1 storage. HONOR says its Vulkan graphics engine enables up to 120FPS gaming in supported titles while taking advantage of the larger foldable display.
Built for productivity
The Magic V6 features a 6.52-inch outer display and a 7.95-inch inner foldable display. Both panels support adaptive refresh rates from 1Hz to 120Hz. Peak brightness reaches 6,000 nits on the cover screen and 5,000 nits on the inner display.
Running MagicOS 10, the device introduces several AI-powered tools and productivity features. These include AI agents designed to assist with settings, photos, content creation, and contextual actions. HONOR also adds Fast Flex and PC-level Multi-Flex modes, allowing users to run multiple apps simultaneously and take advantage of the larger screen for multitasking.
The company is also emphasizing cross-device compatibility. The Magic V6 works with iPhones, Macs, AirPods, and Apple Watches through HONOR Share. Users can transfer files, share notifications, and even use dual-screen workflows with compatible Apple devices. Quick Share support also enables easier file transfers between Android and supported Apple hardware.
AI-powered cameras and Gemini integration
For photography, the HONOR Magic V6 uses a triple-camera setup consisting of a 50MP main camera, a 64MP periscope telephoto camera, and a 50MP ultra-wide camera. The system is supported by AI-powered imaging tools such as AI Color Engine, Magic Color 2.0, Magic Video Color, and AI Image to Video 2.0.
The device also comes with Google Gemini integration, allowing users to interact through text, voice, and images. HONOR is bundling a three-month Google AI Pro trial, which includes access to advanced Gemini features, NotebookLM, Flow, Veo-powered video generation tools, and 5TB of cloud storage.
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realme launches P4 Series 5G, including Power with 10,001mAh battery
realme P4 Power becomes 1st smartphone with 10,001mAh battery
realme has officially launched the realme P4 Series 5G in the Philippines. This marks the first time consumers in the market can avail of the devices. In the past, realme has offered just models from the C, numbered, and GT Series.
The P4 Series 5G is a new lineup built around long-lasting battery life, along with reliable performance and 5G connectivity. Products under the roster are designed for users who need power throughout the day — and beyond.
The lineup consists of the realme P4 Power 5G, realme P4x, and realme P4 Lite.
The series headliner is the realme P4 Power 5G, which becomes the first smartphone in the country to bring a 10,001mAh battery.
This battery supports 80W Ultra Charging, 27W wired reverse charging, and a TÜV Rheinland 5-Star Battery Rating.
The device is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Ultra and comes with a 144Hz 1.5K HyperGlow 4D Curve+ Display and 50MP Sony IMX882 main camera. It is likewise rated IP66/IP68/IP69 for water and dust resistance.
This variant is offered at a special promo price of just PhP 19,999, exclusively on the realme Official Shopee Store.
Meanwhile, the realme P4x comes with an 8,000mAh Titan Battery, 45W Fast Charging, and reverse charging support. It is available for pre-order via Shopee.
Lastly, the realme P4 Lite has a 7,000mAh Titan Battery. It also has a Military Grade Standard shock resistance (MIL-STD-810H).
The P4 Lite is readily available on TikTok for the 4GB+64GB variant at PhP 4,897 (SRP: PhP 7,499) and on Shopee for the 4GB+128GB variant at PhP 6,136 (SRP: Php 8,999).
The published introductory prices are available until June 10.
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