Gift Ideas for Young Adults: 6 Things to Kickstart the Independent Life

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#Adulting may be intimidating, especially for young adults. After spending so much time in the comfort of being at home with mom and dad around, it may seem daunting to be separated from them and actually having to start living alone. 

The fresh grads and young adults in our lives need all the guidance and support that they can get. One of thoughtful things that parents can do for them is to gift 

them with essential items that they can utilize well.

Here are six items that every yuppie needs when they start an independent life:

1. Gift certificates. A set of gift certificates is a good idea for anyone who’s starting their career and is looking to expand their wardrobe to include office-appropriate clothes. This is a better idea than just gifting clothes so one can 
pick the style, color, and size he or she wants.

2. An investment account. Adulthood means investing in the future. Trusted companies grow their customers’ assets while offering other benefits like health and life insurance. 

Investments can be tricky, so why not help them open an investment account and make the initial deposit for them? They can then build on it as soon as he or she starts having a regular salary.

3. Storage containers and organizers. Having one’s own place to live in means taking on bigger responsibilities like cleaning the entire home. Investing on storage containers and organizers will help one keep his or her things in order at all times. It will also help save time from having to look around the home for that thing that is needed. 

4. A good air conditioner. Those moving out and getting their own place will need an air conditioner to survive the Philippine heat and humidity. A good choice is the Samsung Wind-Free Air Conditioner, which maintains the preferred temperature by gently dispersing cool air without direct wind.

5. A multi-tasking oven. Another must have for the future condo-dweller is a smart oven that will make cooking more convenient. The Samsung Smart Oven’s 15 cook with ease presets makes kitchen-time easier for those on-the-go. It also works as a grill, steamer, fryer, oven, microwave, and yogurt maker so one doesn’t have to eat the same thing over and over. Despite its compact size, the Smart Oven is a multi-tasking appliance that maximizes the space in one’s condo or apartment. 

6. A reliable washer-dryer. Bringing a load of dirty clothes to the laundromat can be a tedious chore that might lead to lost or damaged clothes. Make their lives easier and ensure that they look presentable with clean clothes by gifting them with a Samsung Combo Washer & Dryer. 

Anyone can slay #adulting when equipped with the proper resources. Samsung Digital Appliances are the ultimate partner in life for those about to embark on a new adventure since they are built to solve real-life challenges and deliver meaningful innovations.

Visit the nearest authorized dealer, check Samsung PH on Facebook or visit samsung.com/ph/home-appliances to know more.

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Horizon Terraces at Tagaytay Highlands: Your Ideal Mountain Resort Investment

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With an increasing demand for comfort and convenience, condo living has become the preference nowadays. Just some of the many advantages of this lifestyle means living in a space enough for you and your loved ones, worry-free maintenance, and with amenities within your reach.

Yearning for the conveniences of modern condo living away from the trappings of the city? Or perhaps do you want your own space that allows you to appreciate nature any day of the week? Find yourself at Horizon Terraces and discover an exceptional mountain resort lifestyle at Tagaytay Highlands.

Among Tagaytay Highlands’ extensive portfolio of themed residences, Horizon Terraces promises the most refreshing take on holistic living in this 3.2-hectare community made up of a fine selection of Asian-contemporary living spaces set against lush environs and postcard-pretty vistas.

Among this is the Horizon Terraces Garden Suites, which feature well-planned one– and two–bedroom units, with areas ranging from 43 to 68 square meters. Each unit offers comfort and luxury to individuals or families who long for a relaxing and intimate getaway highlighted by large panel windows that optimize natural lighting and ventilation, as well as a spacious balcony where residents can savor the picturesque and panoramic vistas of Mt. Makiling, Midlands Golf Course, Taal Lake, and its own lush central park.

Horizon Terraces also offers the Garden Villas, well-appointed three-bedroom townhouses that feature a den on the ground floor—a multifunctional space that may be converted into a separate bedroom or family room, making it ideal for large close-knit families.

Investing in Horizon Terraces also means investing in your own holistic wellness, as over 70 percent of the development is dedicated to open space and lush gardens while therapeutic walkways, private nooks, and a jogging path weave through the entire area. Two swimming pools and a playground call for invigorating activities for the family.

A unit purchase at Horizon Terraces comes with membership at the Country Club and access to sports facilities for swimming, bowling, and badminton and outdoor activities, such as the Aerial Walk, Sporting Arrow, and Pedal Go Kart Racing. Tagaytay Highlands is also home to well-known specialty restaurants such as the Highlander Steakhouse and Highlands China Palace on Gourmet Avenue.

With unparalleled luxury and breathtaking views of nature all just a 90-minute drive from the metro, Horizon Terraces at Tagaytay Highlands is surely the perfect investment that’s waiting for you.

Tagaytay Highlands is the premier mountain resort development of the SM Group in Tagaytay. Nestled among the highest elevations of the city, it is a leisure destination that speaks of exclusivity and luxury, where stunning nature views and a breezy, cool climate come together to redefine relaxation. For inquiries about owning a Highlands home, call +632 5052422 and +63917 5150158 or visit www.tagaytayhighlands.com.

Exclusive Globe At Home Plans Now Available To New DMCI Condo Owners

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Having a reliable, high-speed internet connection is almost as important as having utilities like water and electricity which are basic needs in a typical Filipino home. Unfortunately, individuals and families who are about to move into their new homes are so busy that they may not have the time to drop by an internet provider’s store to apply for a subscription.

Globe At Home understands this struggle and has found a way to make things more convenient for their customers together with their new partner, DMCI Homes. Now, new condominium owners of DMCI Homes won’t have to brace traffic and long queues as they will have the option to apply for Globe At Home’s exclusive broadband plan during the turnover of their units. This new collaboration aims to make Globe At Home subscription applications easier than ever.

“When you think about it, you want the basic necessities in life, such as water and electricity, ready when you move into your new home. The same thing is now the case with internet — it has become a utility that homeowners need,” said Michelle Marie Fernandez-Castillo, director of Business Development and GTM, Broadband Business of Globe.

“It’s important for owners nowadays to have an internet connection at home so we thought of making it available once they move into their units. And it’s possible now that we have partnered with Globe,” said Jan Venturanza, Assistant Vice President for Marketing, Customer Care and Corporate Planning of DMCI Homes.

The exclusive plan will be available for these DMCI Homes projects: The Birchwood and Ivory Wood in Taguig City,Asteria Residences in Parañaque City, and Lumiere Residences and Sheridan Towers in Pasig City.

Ara Vista Clubhouse offers first-class amenities at affordable rates for residents and guests

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Ara Vista Village, Picar Development’s flagship real estate property in General Trias, Cavite is a gated, secured residential community that is also the first Telepolis or WiFi-abled township in the country. Beyond connecting homeowners 24/7 to the world wide web, Ara Vista is also an ideal summer getaway for those who live near the area.

Open to the public, non-members, or non-homeowners can use Ara Vista Clubhouse’s amenities, which include swimming pools, function rooms, and tennis and basketball courts at very affordable rates. Homeowners' swimming pool rates from Tuesday to Sunday is P50/pax for 12 years old and below and P75/pax for adults. Evening rates, from 6PM to 9PM, is P75/pax for kids and P100/pax for adults. Non-homeowners can also enjoy a dip in the pool at these rates: P75/pax for kids and P100/pax for adults (day rates) and P100/pax for kids and P125/pax for adults (evening rates).

Aside from the swimming pool, the basketball and tennis courts are perfect for those looking for a healthy and active summer activity for the whole family.

Ara Vista Clubhouse's spacious and airy grand function hall also makes for an ideal event space for graduation or birthday parties, debut, wedding receptions, reunions, and other such events. The two function room had a floor area ranging from 200 to 250 square meters and is good to host 150-200 guests. The look and design of the hall can also be customized according to specifications. The Clubhouse also has three conference rooms that can be rented by homeowners and non-homeowners alike and at very affordable rates.

From the start, Ara Vista Village was masterplannned to have everything the residents and visitors alike would need-- from the lush theme park and gym to the church and AMA Medical School that will be built soon inside the village. The Clubhouse's facilities were put in place to promote a healthy and active lifestyle, which serves as the development’s centerpiece, where families can bond 1and celebrate important milestones together.

For more information on Ara Vista, visit "http://www.aravista.com/" \h www.aravista.com. Call at (632) 822.3443, 552.2825

Food giant Jollibee appoints new PR agency

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Ripple8 wins competitive bid

Jollibee Foods Corporation, the largest fast food chain and dominant Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) market leader in the Philippines, recently appointed Ripple8, Inc. as its public relations agency-on-record for its Brand PR initiatives beginning 2016. This was after the agency emerged as the top scorer in a competitive pitch with three other PR agencies.

Jollibee Brand CMO and Jollibee Philippines Marketing Head Francis E. Flores (L) selected Ripple8, Inc. headed by Managing Director Timmy Jayme (R), as one of its new PR agency partners.

Global Brand Chief Marketing Officer and Head of Marketing of Jollibee Philippines Francis E. Flores said, “We are looking forward with great excitement to working with the team as Jollibee welcomes the year with bigger opportunities to bring joy to Filipino families in the country and worldwide.”

Flores furthered that Jollibee chose Ripple8 on the strength of its fresh, innovative ideas and integrated communications approach presented during the competitive bid.

Ripple8 managing director Timmy M. Jayme said the team is eager to implement “its winning strategies for transformative PR that will empower its trailblazer client to achieve the changes in consumer beliefs and behavior they work and aspire for.” 

Jayme added that the agency aims to make a difference for Jollibee by offering “evolved PR thriving in the high-tech, digital and social landscape to create the ripple effects of positive change.”

Strategic Works, Inc., Jollibee’s other PR agency for over 10 years, will continue to oversee the food company’s public relations for corporate affairs.

Hapee Kiddie Toothpaste’s exciting flavors and colors: Fun choices for your kids

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Does your child have irregular brushing habits? What can make children look forward to brushing their teeth?

Giving your children a choice in their brushing companions may help solve the problem. 

Colorful toothbrushes with fun designs are generally attractive to children. Most children’s toothbrushes in the market come in various colors, shapes and sizes.

What toothpaste flavor do they like? Children are normally attracted to fun and fruity toothpaste flavours, preferring those without stingy menthol flavours.

Hapee Kiddie Toothpaste comes in seven flavours that children will surely love: Strawberry Bloom, Orange Squeeze, Tutti-Frutti Twist, Bubblegum Pop, Cookies and Cream Ahoy, Apple Crunch, and Juicy Grapes. 

On another positive note, Hapee Kiddie Toothpaste’s packaging stands out from the clutter because of its fun designs, and an array of Sesame Street and Dora The Explorer characters printed on its packaging—another reason why children are easily drawn to choosing Hapee Kiddie Toothpaste!

Hapee Kiddie Toothpaste is not merely all about fruity flavors and colourful packaging. It acknowledges that children are just as susceptible to cavities as adults. The milk they drink and the food they eat can cause acid attacks that result to dental caries and tooth decay. Hapee Kiddie Toothpaste contains kid-safe levels of fluoride, which will save your child’s teeth from those nasty caries. This, combined with proper brushing habits, will ensure that your child will stay cavity-free!

So the next time you drop by the grocery store or supermarket, take them to where Hapee Kiddie Toothpaste is, and let your children choose the flavor (and toothbrush!) that they want—because what they want is what they’ll willingly use.

For fun and exciting promos, and dental tips, visit www.facebook.com/HapeeKiddie.

JDI showcases Solignum protection in 2014 Cebucon Construction Show

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Cebucon Construction Show has presented the best of the best, for 22 years when it comes to construction products and supplies. And it has evolved to put focus on innovations that move construction into a more sustainable future. Not surprisingly, Jardine Distribution, Inc. became one of the exhibitors in the 2014 Cebucon held last June 6 to 9 at the SM Cebu Trade Hall in Cebu City.

Visitors at the 2014 Cebucon Construction Show learned more about the innovative, quality, and sustainable products from Jardine Distribution, Inc. (JDI) during the event held at the SM Cebu Trade Hall in Cebu City. 

Solignum Total Termite Solutions took the spotlight at the JDI booth. Solignum, a trusted brand in termite protection for the past 50 years, has undergone innovations that make it not only more effective against termites but also more convenient to use, more versatile, and safer to the environment. 

Solignum has various termite protection products designed to provide protection to the house interiors and exteriors. They come in both colorless and stained finishes. They may also be used to protect not only walls, beams, floors, and ceilings but even wood furniture. Solignum products have no irritating smell.

Solignum Total Termite Solutions took the spotlight at the Jardine Distribution, Inc. (JDI) booth in the 2014 Cebucon Construction Show in Cebu from June 6 to 9 at the SM Cebu Trade Hall.

To complete the termite defense of every home, Solignum also has a soil termiticide called Soilguard, an odorless soil termiticide that creates a barrier between the house and subterranean or underground termites. 

Visitors at Cebucon trooped to the JDI booth and were better informed not only about Solignum but also the other quality construction materials from JDI.

“Cebucon is the most prestigious and popular venue for keeping us in touch with our market and our distribution channels in the Visayas. We’re very happy to participate this year,” said Nancy Pereyras, Product Manager of JDI.

For more information about JDI construction products, visit www.jardinedistribution.com

Extended MRT-3 Operating Hours to Be Tested by DOTC

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To give the public another option to beat traffic, the Department of Transportation and Communications (DOTC) and the Metro Rail Transit III (MRT-3) Office will extend the operating hours of the metropolis’ most utilized urban rail transit system starting on 24 February 2014.

The longer hours of service will be tested for one month to determine whether it will be viable in the long run. 

“This is part of our program to mitigate the traffic situation. Based on the test run, we will monitor how much passengers are willing to alter their riding habits by commuting earlier in the morning or later in the evening. We will also see whether this will encourage motorists to take the train instead of their cars,” said DOTC SpokespersonMichael Arthur Sagcal. 

Currently, the rail system’s regular hours of operation are from 5:30am to 10:30pm. For the first 2 work weeks, or from February 24 until March 7, the MRT-3 Office will start operations at 4:30am from the North Avenue station and 5:00am from the Taft Avenue station. 

In the 2 following work weeks, or from March 10 to 21, it will also extend the evening runs up to 10:30pm from the North Avenue station and 11:00pm from the Taft Avenue station, in addition to the earlier opening hours. 

After the 4-week testing period, the MRT-3 Office will make its recommendation to the DOTC on whether the extended operating hours may be regularized, based on its impact on commuters, daily train maintenance requirements, and the additional cost of operation. 

“Our limitations are on maintenance and costs. For maintenance, the coaches have to be checked every night to ensure safety. It seems that we will be able to shorten the turnover process without compromising actual maintenance hours. As for costs, the testing period will allow us to project how much more we need to spend to make it sustainable over time,” Sagcal explained. 

“As always, we are looking for ways to serve the public better. We want to deliver convenient, efficient, and safe transportation options, especially with government’s push to improve infrastructure over the next few years,” he added. 

The DOTC has previously announced that the Philippine National Railways (PNR) will begin its Special Coach service to ply the Tutuban to Sta. Rosa route as another mitigating step to help ease traffic. Together with the Light Rail Transit Authority (LRTA), it is now also finalizing options through which LRT Lines 1 and 2 can accommodate more travellers who will be affected by the various construction works in Metro Manila.

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BUM endorser Daniel Padilla appears in 3 Magazine covers

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There’s really no stopping BUM endorser Daniel Padilla from conquering local showbiz.

Just recently, he has proven yet again why he is one of the most desirable bachelors this side of the world.

This August, the 18-year-old star of ABS-CBN’s upcoming romantic series Got To Believe is on the cover of two different glossies: the college lifestyle magazine Chalk and the entertainment publication YES! Magazine. Prior to appearing in Chalk and YES!, Daniel also headlined the July issue of the male-oriented fashion magazine, Garage, wherein he sported the season’s hottest trend: metallics. 

Daniel’s triple cover victory is a rare feat for any male celebrity, especially for someone who is relatively new in the business. But from the way he’s getting projects, Daniel, or simply DJ to his legions of fans, looks as though he was born for this kind of superstardom.

It is quite easy to know why Daniel is so in-demand these days. Aside from having good looks, enigmatic charm, and that unmistakable Padilla swagger, which he probably inherited from his equally famous uncle Robin Padilla, DJ can sing well. In fact, DJ has released two successful Star Records albums, Daniel Padilla in 2012 and DJP in 2013. He also has a sold-out concert called Daniel Padilla Live: A Birthday Concert, at the Smart-Araneta Coliseum to back his music credentials.

Daniel is edgy, expressive, passionate, and unpredictable. He’s never afraid of showing his true colors or going against the grain. Having Daniel as BUM endorser for 2 years now makes him a sought-after celebrity image model and BUM is proud to have him since 2011. BUM’s Daniel Padilla limited edition shirt Collection is doing well in all BUM outlets nationwide.

These admirable traits make Daniel Padilla the perfect BUM image model. Both the young actor and the clothing brand seem to share one philosophy, and that is, celebrating individuality.

BUM is available in leading department stores nationwide.

For more information, visit www.bumequipment.com.ph 

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ONE FC: Rice to Power : KOJI OISHI BECOMES NEW ONE FC FEATHERWEIGHT WORLD CHAMPION

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ONE Fighting Championship™ (ONE FC), Asia’s largest mixed martial arts organization, wowed the sold-out crowd in attendance at Mall of Asia Arena with ONE FC: RISE TO POWER.

The event was ONE FC's largest event in history and 20,000 fans were treated to a night of unforgettable action as ONE FC kingpins battled inside the famed ONE FC cage. 

The main event featured Honorio Banario defending his title for the first time. The first round was a back-and-forth slugfest that put the packed crowd on its feet. In the second stanza, Oishi landed a right hook that dropped Banario and silenced the crowd. Oishi instinctively jumped on his foe and finished the fight with several punches. The crowd went wild as Oishi was crowned the new ONE FC Featherweight World Champion.

In the co-main event of the night, Bibiano Fernandes was crowned ONE FC Interim Bantamweight World Champion by defeating Koetsu Okazaki via unanimous decision. Fernandes utilized his clinch takedowns and superior grappling to remain in control of his opponent for most of the fight. The victory adds another title to Fernandes’ already impressive list of accolades and extends his winning streak to six. 

The fans in attendance at MOA Arena also witnessed history as Masakatsu Ueda was crowned the first ever ONE FC Bantamweight Grand Prix champion. The bout featured back-and-forth action that earned it fight-of-the-night honors. Ueda nearly finished Belingon in both the first and second round with submission attempts, and imposed his superior grappling skills against the explosive Belingon in all three rounds to earn a unanimous decision victory.

KOJI OISHI BECOMES NEW ONE FC FEATHERWEIGHT WORLD CHAMPION AT ONE FC: RISE TO POWER

PLUS: BIBIANO FERNANDES CROWNED INTERIM ONE FC BANTAMWEIGHT WORLD CHAMPION

ALSO: MASAKATSU UEDA WINS FIRST EVER ONE FC BANTAMWEIGHT GRAND PRIX

Here's the Official results for ONE FC: RISE TO POWER: 

Main event

Koji Oishi defeats Honorio Banario by knockout at 1:45 minutes of round 2

Main card

Bibiano Fernandes defeats Koetsu Okazaki by unanimous decision at 5:00 minutes of round 3

Masakatsu Ueda defeats Kevin Belingon by unanimous decision at 5:00 minutes of round 3

Yasuhiro Urushitani defeats Rey Docyogen by split decision at 5:00 minutes of round 3

Nobutatsu Suzuki defeats Phil Baroni by knockout at 4:17 minutes of round 1

Kamal Shalorus defeats Eduard Folayang by unanimous decision at 5:00 minutes of round 3

Andrew Leone defeats Geje Eustaquio by unanimous decision at 5:00 minutes of round 3

Undercard

Yusup Saadulaev defeats Ryan Diaz by anaconda submission at 2:57 minutes of round 2 

Lowen Tynanes defeats Felipe Enomoto by TKO due to referee stoppage at 2:41 minutes of round 1 Tony Johnson defeats Tim Slyvia at 3:25 minutes by TKO due to doctor stoppage of round 2 

Visit the official ONE FC: RISE TO POWER photo gallery by clicking: https://www.dropbox.com/sh/ogw4tb66e3467d5/JtQIQiN8uQ

For more updates on ONE Fighting Championship™, please visit www.onefc.com and follow on Twitter @ONEFCMMA and Facebook at www.facebook.com/ONEFCMMA.

In case you missed the action log on to ONEFC.LIVESPORT.TV for the full replay of the fights at only US $9.99.

Google launches resource page for Philippine elections

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Filipino voters can now visit one site to keep abreast with election news from different media outlets. Broadcast networks ABS-CBN, GMA, PTV, and SOLARtv, and online news portals Rappler, PhilStar.com, Inquirer.net and Interaksyon.com collaborated with Google Philippines to create Google.com.ph/elections. The site is a one-stop online hub for elections-related news and information created to help 53 million Filipino voters, including 700,000 absentee voters abroad, stay updated about the coming polls. 

“We want to make sure citizens have a quick access to information to help them make informed decisions on election day,” said Narciso Reyes, Google Philippines Country Manager. “This is part of our commitment to bring to the Filipinos essential information that will make their lives easier and more meaningful.” 

The Elections Page will allow Filipinos to engage with candidates through a variety of Google’s platforms, such as live-streamed debates on YouTube hosted by the media collaborators. “Through the different components we included on the page, Filipinos can discuss issues with the candidates, or exchange views with reporters or other citizens on Google+ Hangouts. There’s a lot of information on it, from political party backgrounds to list of candidates, so there’s less reason for voters not to be updated with the daily grind of the election season,” said Ryan Morales, Google Philippines Head of Marketing. 

The page curates stories from different news sites and hosts up-to-date broadcast coverage from the networks’ YouTube channels. Elections-related incidents provided by the online news collaborators are also plotted on Google Maps embedded on the page to inform the public about events taking place in different parts of the country. This will help election watchers focus on hotspots and monitor how events are unfolding in these areas. 

Another key component of the page is the Precinct Finder, which makes voting centers easy to find based on city, region and the voter’s precinct number. Precinct locations are currently being plotted on Google Maps by volunteers and will be available on the page before May 13, 2013. 

The Philippine Elections page is the first online initiative to bring together multimedia content from the country's large media outfits. This collaboration between the networks and Google aims to encourage people to be more participative and critical of what candidates aspire for the nation. It also allows voters to have a deeper understanding of politics and governance through engagement with the candidates. 

"This effort merges traditional with new media and revolutionizes how election information is shared online,” said Gail Tan, Google Philippines Communications Manager. “The great thing about this information aggregation is that it complements the Pinoy culture of sharing. It also transforms social media into a progressive platform for forming opinions, which enriches public discourse, and helps our electorate – from the first time voters to busy professionals, and even our overseas Filipino workers who can now have easy, first-hand access to election news,” she added. 

Howie Severino, GMA Vice President for Multimedia Journalism and GMA News Online Editor-in-Chief agrees, saying, “We're glad to be contributing to Google's effort to inform Filipino voters using content produced by Filipino journalists. Democratic rights in the Philippines coupled with the technology in their hands make many Filipinos super-empowered citizens. Well-curated information will help ensure that their power is used with discernment on election day and beyond.” 

Google created its first elections page five years ago when its engineers noticed a huge increase in search traffic around the election period in the United States. Today, 16 countries including Malaysia, Thailand, and now, the Philippines, have elections pages that aid voters in their decisions before elections are due. 

“Google's election page will definitely contribute in shaping our smart voters, particularly the youth. Because the vote of an informed voter could help shape the future of our nation. And a highly informed voter is more likely to vote than those who are not,” said Clift Daluz, SOLARtv Head of News Online. 

“When people choose their leaders, an informed electorate makes the best choice. Sites online such as Google's election page give people accurate information that help them use the power of their vote intelligently,” said Dinah Libunao, PTV Head of New Media. 

“With more resources available online, catching up on election news becomes a simple but crucial step in honing more discerning voters. We hope the Elections Page does just that,” said Deborah Nga, Country Lead for the Philippines on Public Policy and Government Affairs, Google Southeast Asia. 

The Google Philippines Elections Page can be accessed at google.com.ph/elections.

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More bouts for ONE FC: RISE TO POWER

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ONE FIGHTING CHAMPIONSHIP™ three additional bouts for

ONE FC: RISE TO POWER

KEVIN BELINGON VS MASAKATSU UEDA

EDUARD FOLAYANG VS KAMAL SHALORUS

PHIL BARONI VS NOBUTATSU SUZUKI

ONE Fighting Championship™ (ONE FC), presented by Casino Filipino and in association with Universal Reality Combat Championship (URCC), announced today three additional bouts for ONE FC: RISE TO POWER.

Kevin Belingon will battle Masakatsu Ueda in the final of the Bantamweight Grand Prix. The winner will get a shot at the ONE FC Bantamweight Title. Plus, Eduard Folayang is back in action against Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) veteran Kamal Shalorus and fan favorite Phil Baroni will return to the famed ONE FC cage to take on the KO artist from Japan, Nobutatsu Suzuki. All the action takes place live on 31 May from the MOA Arena in Manila, Philippines.

Tickets for ONE FC: RISE TO POWER will launch in Casino Filipino branches across the Philippines starting on 22 April 2013. 

Fans from around the world can witness the action online via live streaming at www.onefc.livesport.tv.

The first two undercard fights are available for viewing free-of-charge and the main card fights will be available for purchase at just US$9.99.

CEO of ONE Fighting Championship™ Victor Cui stated, “ONE FC: RISE TO POWER will feature some of the biggest names in Asian MMA as we return to the fight capital of Asia. I’m beyond excited to see Honorio Banario back in action in front of his home crowd at the state-of-the art Mall of Asia Arena. Bibiano Fernandes taking on Koetsu Okazaki has all the ingredients for a possible Fight of the Night with one of the world’s greatest pound-for-pound fighters squaring off against a Japanese submission artist who is known for his impressive grappling game. I know fans cannot wait to watch these warriors collide on 31 May.”

The Bantamweight Grand Prix Final is also set and both fighters are ready to showcase their skills in Manila to earn a shot at the biggest Bantamweight title belt in Asia.

Bantamweight GP Finalist Kevin Belingon is a Filipino MMA champion and one of the best MMA fighters ever to emerge from the Philippines. It took him a few fights to become accustomed to competing inside the ONE FC cage but once he found his rhythm, the result was spectacular as he blasted through Yusup Saadulaev and Thanh Vu in less than a round to earn a slot in the Bantamweight Grand Prix Final. Known as “The Silencer” because he prefers to let his fists and feet do the talking, Belingon is a Wushu specialist with fast hands and devastating low kicks. He says that he is in the best shape of his life and nothing can stop him from earning a shot at the coveted ONE FC Bantamweight World Championship Title.  His opponent is a veteran who is not at all concerned about fighting on Belingon’s home soil on 31 May.

Masakatsu Ueda is a Bellator veteran and former Shooto Featherweight Champion, a belt he defended successfully three times. He has an outstanding 17-2-2 record which makes him one of the best Bantamweights in the world. He was a very successful college wrestler who won numerous national wrestling competitions in Japan as well as the all Japan Shooto Grappling Championship. A very well-rounded fighter, he submitted MMA legend Jens Pulver at ONE FC: KINGS & CHAMPIONS to earn a slot in the final of the Bantamweight Grand Prix. Ueda understands the magnitude of this fight and knows very well that Belingon will be the toughest test of his career.

A Lightweight bout that is sure to get the crowd on their feet will pit Filipino MMA legend Eduard Folayang against UFC veteran Kamal Shalorus.

Folayang is a legend in the Philippines where he is universally regarded as MMA’s equivalent to boxing phenomenon Manny Pacquiao. A former school teacher, he is renowned for being humble and respectful outside the cage but a determined and relentless competitor inside. The Baguio-born mixed martial artist is never in a boring fight and the sight of Folayang struggling in a tough battle, but somehow finding a way to win in the end, is one which fight fans have become accustomed to. Folayang will square off against the resilient submission specialist from Iran, Kamal Shalorus.

Shalorus was born in the city of Khalkhal in Iran. He began wrestling as a teenager before moving to the United States to train in MMA. He is a UFC and WEC veteran with notable wins over Justin Milles and Bart Palaszewski. Shalorus will need to bring it all when he steps into the ONE FC cage for the first time at ONE FC: RISE TO POWER.

Manila’s favorite slugger Phil Baroni will be back in action on 31 May when he battles up and coming Japanese mixed martial artist Nobutatsu Suzuki.  Baroni has faced some of the toughest opponents in the world and is renowned for his one-punch knockout power. Despite being one of the hardest punchers to ever compete in MMA, it’s not just Baroni’s hard-hitting fists that the fans come to see. His brash and charismatic personality and inimitable swagger down the fighter’s entrance makes him one of the biggest showmen in MMA. Suzuki is the complete opposite in personality but identical in fighting style. Eight of his fights have been won via impressive KO. On 31 May, he will look to make Baroni number nine.

ONE FC: RISE TO POWER is headlined  by a ONE FC Featherweight World Championship bout between reigning champion Honorio “The Rock” Banario against number one contender Koji Oishi and pound-for-pound king Bibiano Fernandes taking on Koetsu Okazaki for the ONE FC Bantamweight Interim Title.  All the action takes place live from the MOA Arena in Manila, Philippines.

For more updates on ONE Fighting Championship™, please visit www.onefc.com and follow on Twitter @ONEFCMMA and Facebook at www.facebook.com/ONEFCMMA.

Globe Business’ Affordable Postpaid Solutions Protect Entrepreneurs from “Bill Shock”

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Postpaid plans are ideal for Filipino entrepreneurs who prefer to enjoy a features-rich mobile phone and data account that’s always ready—without the service cut-offs that happen when, say, a pre-paid plan runs out of load. 

The downside, of course, is the trauma that can happen when the entrepreneur receives his or her monthly bill. This trauma is so significant and distressing that it already has a name: “bill shock”.

To prevent bill shock and the distress it causes, Globe Business has come up with postpaid solutions that keep entrepreneurs happy with a variety of customized, reliable services that are also very affordable. In this way, entrepreneurs can keep communications costs down while maximizing the benefits brought to their business by telecoms technology.

These Globe Business postpaid solutions are perfect for entrepreneurs who do business while on the go: they are assured that wherever they are, they are backed by by a postpaid plan that provides instant communication and access to critical data for decision-making and deal-making. 

Business Plus Plan Zero allows you to build your own service package. Plan Zero means it comes without an offered postpaid plan. Instead, it focuses on specific services that cater to specific needs. Business Plus Plan Zero comes in four groups of services, each with their own primers. 

Globe Business provides postpaid subscribers with Business Plus Plan Zero--which comes with no pre-determined postpaid plan. Instead, it allows postpaid subscribers to choose the set of services that best fits their needs. Those who are heavily dependent on texting, for example, can choose from Unli Text (P200) or Unlitext All (P600). Business Plus Plan Zero provides quality, affordable, and reliable services and protects post-paid subscribers from the trauma of "bill shock" which is experienced when they receive unexpectedly high billings.

If you are interested in enhancing your calling opportunities and expanding your reach to a wide range of networks, pick from the following services: UnliBloop (P100), Unli Call (P300), Duo (P399), Super Duo (P499) or 100 Local Calls (P400). 

However, if you are are more inclined to sending messages, you might opt for a different set of primers. Choose from 300 Local Texts (P100), Unli Text (P200) or Unlitext All (P600). 

For those who need quick access to their e-mails, as well as the internet, these services may be of use: 100 MB worth of mobile browsing (P100) or Unli Data (P1000). 

Lastly, if you have a Blackberry and need services that are specific to your phone, there are also primers for you to choose from: BIS License (P400), BES License (P500), Unli BIS (P600) or Unli BES (P1000). 

However, if you are looking for a plan to accompany these features, you should sign up for Globe Business' Business Flex. Avail for any of their consumbale plans: Plan 500, Plan 800, Plan 1200, Plan 1800, Plan 2500 and Plan 3500. Plan services 800 and above are also welcomed to add one primer service. Choose from Unli Call, Unli Text, Unli Text All, Unli Data, Unli BIS and Unli BES. The rest of the primer services may be made available as add ons. 

Are you very dependent on making business calls but are afraid of "bill shock"? Traumatic, unexpectedly high billings are prevented by Business Plus Plan Zero through reliable and affordable services that are tailored to post-paid subscribers' needs. Make those important calls to clients and partners by choosing from the   following services:  Unli Call (P300), Duo (P399), and Super Duo (P499). All these are available only through Globe Business.

Be aware that primers attached to Business Flex are deducted from your consumable amount. Primers cannot exceed their MSF and are renewed and charged full against the consumable amount ever 30-days. 

Running a business can be demanding but investing in a Globe Business postpaid plan will help run your business smoothly. Discover how using telecoms technology from Globe Business can give you more time for the most important things in life. Just get in touch with your Globe Business Account Manager; or visit any Globe Store; or call the Globe Business Hotline at +632 7301010. You may also log on to http://www.globe.com.ph/business. 

Globe Business is the corporate arm of Globe Telecom, the leading mobile telecommunications company in the Philippines. Globe Business provides wireless and wireline solutions for a diverse set of industries, businesses, and commercial enterprises. It assures SMEs of affordable, reliable, and dependable services for all communication needs, both wireless and wireline solutions, to generate the highest possible profit at the lowest possible cost.

Carrier’s new aircons timely solutions for summer and low electric bills

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Concepcion-Carrier launched new air conditioning units that promise to deliver energy-efficient cooling performance to consumers. These are timely solutions for summer. They introduced the Optima Window Room Air Conditioner (WRAC), XPower 2 inverter, and the Designer Series inverter. 

“Cooling has played an increasingly vital role in making our homes and lives more comfortable, especially in our tropical country. With the real savings and remarkable features that these cooling solutions offer, we hope that more and more Filipinos can now enjoy the benefits of air-conditioning. After all, cooling is not a luxury; it is a necessity,” concludes Mr. Raul Joseph  Concepcion. 

The hot summer months ahead spell sky high electricity costs, but the Carrier Optima WRAC promises the lowest electricity consumption and big annual savings.

These may well be the devices that will help get Filipinos through the summer—and their electric bills.

With temperatures expected to soar in the coming months, and the Philippines retaining its repute as having the most expensivepower rates in Asia, Concepcion-Carrier is promising low energy consumption and low electricity bills with its new Carrier aircon models.

According to Raul Joseph Concepcion, CEO of Concepcion-Carrier, “We are proud to showcase three energy-efficient cooling solutions for the summer. First, we have the Carrier Optima Window Room Air Conditioner (WRAC) that gives low electricity consumption and electricity cost; second, there is the XPower 2 Inverter lineup, starting with the XPower2 high wall inverter that gives as much as 53% savings versus other inverters; and finally, the Carrier Designer Series inverter, a standout in the cooling line uphaving the efficiency of an inverter and stylish colors that can fit even the most creative interiors.”

Lowest electricity cost

Rafael C. Hechanova, Jr., Concepcion-Carrier’s Vice President, explains that the secret to the Carrier Optima’s energy efficiency is its powerful yet energy efficient compressor, with additional cooling coils and more efficient motors. This energy efficient system design is optimized to deliver the lowest electricity consumption. 

Designed for domestic and business functions, Carrier’s XPower Cassette gives the best energy savings of up to 15 EER.

The Carrier XPower 2 comes with a new grille and gives as much as 53% more energy savings than other inverter brands.

He adds that the Carrier Optima consumes the least energy compared to other air conditioner brands in the non-inverter aircon category, based on stringent tests done at the CCAC facility. The Carrier Optima high wall, for instance, will yield up to P12,000.00 in annual savings which would enable consumers to pay back the unit in just 2 years. 

Aside from being highly efficient and giving the lowest electricity cost, the Carrier Optima high wall also has a host of advanced features for added convenience, protection features such as auto-diagnosis that gives customers peace of mind, and the best filters that protect against dust, odor and pollution. The Carrier Optima window room air conditioner on the other hand bests all leading window room air conditioner brands by having the highest EER of 12.1 for the 0.75HP capacity. 

Highly efficient inverter line

Another gem in Carrier’s line up of cooling solutions is the XPower2 High Wall Inverter. The Carrier XPower 2 comes updated with a stylish new grille and the same guarantee of energy efficiency. While other inverters promise energy savings, the Carrier XPower 2 was lab-tested under typical usage conditions along with other leading inverter brands. The tests show that the Carrier XPower 2 gives as much as 53% more energy savings than other inverter brands, with a very affordable monthly electricity cost of only P1, 027.00 for 8 hours of continuous cooling every day.

The Carrier XPower2 high wall inverter also features multiple air filters, including nano silver and ginseng which have anti-bacterial and anti-fungal qualities, and nano photo copper zinc which deodorizes the air. It is also equipped with an 11-step Advanced Airflow feature, a Filter Check Monitor, and a Smart Auto Diagnosis System.

For those who want high energy efficiency in a window room air conditioner, there is more good news with the arrival of the Carrier XPower 2 window room inverter. With a high EER that ranges up to 11.7, this powerful window room inverter is remote-controllable, and has auto-diagnosis, protection, and air filtering features. The Carrier XPower 2 high wall is already available in all appliance stores while the Carrier XPower 2 window room air inverter will be available in time for summer, April 2013. 

Style and smarts: Carrier Designer Series Inverter

Last but not the least, Carrier announces its Designer Series inverter that makes it a stand out among all other inverters with its combination of style and smarts. The Carrier Designer Series Inverter has a high energy efficiency range of up to 13. This intelligent cooling solution also cares the best for your health with its smart filters, as well as giving you convenient access to its feature with just a simple click from the remote.

The Carrier Designer Series also has the style and flair of being the only inverter with three colors – Dusk Orange, Aurora Gold and Twilight Silver – that fits in any creative or fashionable living space. With a good combination of beauty and intelligence, the Carrier Designer Series inverter is truly the cooling solution for premium living. 

Bring out your daring side with a Dusk Orange Carrier Designer Series inverter, the newest range of Carrier inverters that bring together style and function.

Bring a touch of class to any living space with Carrier’s Designer Series in Twilight Silver that brings together style and function in one package.

Style meets function with Carrier’s new Designer Series inverter aircons. Available in Dusk Orange, Aurora Gold and Twilight Silver, this new line can fit with any creative or fashionable living space.

The Carrier Designer Series inverter will be available in time for summer, April 2013. 

For added peace of mind, all these Carrier models come with durability guarantee, including five-year compressor warranty, genuine parts availability, and round-the-clock customer support from Carrier’s Customer Care Center. 

About Concepcion-Carrier

The partnership between Carrier Corporation and Concepcion Industries, Inc. brings together two pioneers in the air conditioning industry: Carrier, a world leader in air conditioning, heating and refrigeration systems; and Concepcion Industries, Inc., a company that exemplifies Filipino leadership, ingenuity, and enterprise.

Since its formation in 1998, Concepcion-Carrier quickly rose above its peers, as the company expanded from manufacturing window room air conditioners to become the Philippines’ frontrunner in virtually all categories of Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (HVAC/R) equipment and services.

Concepcion-Carrier brings to our shores Carrier Corporation's rich tradition of innovation and expertise, and as the country’s trusted provider of cooling solutions, it is committed to delivering the very best to its customers, for years to come.

For more information, visit www.ccac.com.ph