James Reid, Nadine Lustre Bring Kilig this Summer with “JaDine Flying High On Love Special” Starting this Sunday

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Don’t miss the adventures of real-life couple James Reid and Nadine Lustre as they bring extreme kilig this summer season in the four-part special “JaDine Flying High on Love Special,” which starts airing this Sunday (Apr 10), 10:30 am.

Relive the magic and join the “On the Wings of Love” stars as they discover the wonders of Middle East and Europe.

Watch JaDine’s kilig moments in Doha, Qatar and Dubai, UAE in “Love is an Adventure,” this Sunday (April 10). The kiligfest continues as the couple roam the streets of Paris, France in “Love is Romance,” airing this April 17.

Catch more of their sweet moments in London, England in “Love is Precious” on April 24. And on May 1, James and Nadine will heat up the summer even more in “Love is Forever” with their visit in Milan, Verona and Rome, Italy.

Watch out for “JaDine Flying High on Love Special” starting this Sunday (April 10), 10:30am on ABS-CBN or on ABS-CBN HD (SkyCable ch 167).

SM Little Stars celebrates10th year anniversary

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SM Little Stars now on its 10th Year Anniversary of finding young talents,  SM Supermalls gives away P6.5 million total prizes to the next kiddie sensations.

The search for the next child superstars gets more special this year as the country's biggest nationwide kiddie talent search, SM Little Stars marks its 10th anniversary celebration with more fun learning experiences, talent enriching activities, and much bigger winnings at stake--over P6.5 million worth of total prizes!

SM Little Stars, is a nationwide kiddie talent competition and performance platform spearheaded by SM Supermalls to find the brightest, shining and aspiring little kids that we may dubbed as our “Little Stars”.

"For the past 10 years, SM Supermalls has witnessed a lot of kids' dreams coming true and how their amazing talents turned them into inspiring stories of success," shared Jonjon San Agustin, SM Supermalls' senior vice president for marketing. "And now more than ever, SM Little Stars will continue to discover the brightest young talents from different parts of the country who will surely shine in their chosen fields."

To further inspire and excite this year's participants, San Agustin said that SM has in store the grandest set of prizes to date especially for the two grand winners who will each bring home a Suzuki Ciaz car, one-year talent management contract from TV5, college scholarship grant from National University, exclusive trip for two to Xiamen, China, Toy Kingdom Gift Cards, cash prizes and SM gift certificates.

Since 2007, SM Little Stars has been serving as training ground for thousands of hopefuls including some of the country’s kiddie sensations today.

Among these SM Little Stars big achievers are popular child actors Lei "Junior" Navarro (Batch 2015), Chun Sa "Chuchay" Jung (Batch 2014), JM "Cho" Ibañez (Batch 2009), commercial model Makee Dulalia (Batch 2012), musician and singer Kyle Jimenez (Batch 2012), kiddie power belter Telesa "Esang" De Torres (Batch 2013) and Nhikzy Vheench Calma.

SM Little Stars 2016 application forms are now available for download via www.smlittlestars.com.ph and for pick-up at any SM mall's branch's mall administration office (marketing department).

Pre-registration will start on March 27, from 10am to 6pm. Deadline of submission will vary depending on the contestant’s preferred schedule and/or venue of the preliminary screenings. The preliminary screenings will be held from April 16 to May 22. 

Never miss the chance to let your family's own little stars sparkle the brightest at the SM Little Stars 2016. 

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Get as Much as 70% Discount at Markdown Madness

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Markdown Madness, one of the biggest sale events in town, is happening once again just in time for the summer.

Enjoy up to 70% discount from April 11 to 15, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. at the Philippine Stock Exchange Centre Auditorium in Ortigas. Participating brands include: Skechers, Merrell, Sperry, Keds, Saucony, Pony, Polo Ralph Lauren, and No Fear.

Markdown Madness promises to be another grand sale event, so be sure to get the best shoe deals in town.

For more information and updates, visit Markdown Madness on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/MarkdownMadness.

Fujifilm “Instax and Crafts” to hold the biggest DIY crafting event this summer - Join “Instax and Crafts” at Market! Market!

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Crafting is one activity that doesn’t only spell fun and enjoyment. It also makes you realize the wonderful things you can create with your own hands if you put your heart into it. 

FUJIFILM Philippines, Inc. takes the art of craftsmaking to another level as it presents another afternoon of crafting magic via “Instax and Crafts” at the Ayala Malls Market! Market! Activity Center on April 9, 2016 from 1PM to 5PM. 

Touted to be the biggest DIY event this summer, “Instax and Crafts” will have special workshops on Greeting Card Making and Paper Die-Cut Mobile with Mikko Sumulong of I Try DIY and Marielle Nadal-Reyes of Craft MNL. Musical interludes will be provided by The Ransom Collective.

Find the many ways with which you can turn your Instax photos into attractive and interesting stuff. Cute and compact, Instax cameras come in two types --- the Instax mini series that are ideal for daily use and Instax WIDE series which are perfect for shooting group pictures. Instax is designed to produce pictures of high quality on the spot. 

“Instax and Crafts” at Market! Market! also marks the launch of the new exciting colors --- red and white --- of the Instax Hello Kitty camera --- and the new Hello Kitty film. 

Open to the public, anyone who is an Instax fan, creative, and believes that practice makes perfect can take advantage of the Instax Summer Packages. With FUJIFILM Keep the Summer Fun Alive with Instax, you can enjoy great savings when you buy any of the trendy and reliable Instax models like Instax Mini 7s, Mini 8, Hello Kitty Mini 8, Mini 70, Instax Wide 300 and Instax Share printer.

This summer activity also abounds with raffle prizes from Instax. The maker of each workshop’s most creative entry will win one-year supply of Instax film while all participants stand a chance to one Mini 7s Summer Package, one Mini 8 Summer Package, and one WIDE 300 Summer Package. 

With FUJIFILM’s 80-year history and expertise in photographic film manufacturing, making great memories, printing those Instax moments and then transforming them into works of art becomes even more pleasurable. 

The “Instax and Crafts” event is supported by Paper Blush, Maped, Elmer’s Glue, Artline, and Kettle Corn. 

Interested participants can also register online via http://instax.ph/instax-and-crafts/

  

DepEd, Knowledge Channel renew vows to deliver 21st century education

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The Department of Education (DepEd) and the Knowledge Channel Foundation, Inc. (KCFI) renewed its commitment to provide multimedia resources for over five million learners in 6,000 public schools and community learning centers in the country. 

The 10-year partnership allows public schools to have continued access to Knowledge Channel’s Educational Shows and multimedia learning resources, which complement and support the K to 12 curriculum through non-traditional and interactive modes of instruction. 

“Knowledge Channel is one consistent partner for the past 17 years in a country where there is actually no education channel,” Education Secretary Br. Armin A. Luistro FSC said. 

“Given the radical transformation in the education sector, the K to 12, its curriculum and learning pedagogies are major drivers of that change in the Philippines. But globally our learners, teachers, and families are faced with 21st century skills and the technology bubble. Technology and other innovations are tearing down walls, redefining learning spaces and emphasizing the importance of self-directed, constructivist and collaborative learning. Our teachers and our learners need to be out there and at par with the rest of the world and this is what we hope to bring to our schools,”  KCFI President and Executive Director Elvira Lopez-Bautista said.

She said that this partnership is different compared to the previous agreement with DepEd, adding, “It includes the development of videos, games, and interactive lessons on multiple platforms; on air, online and offline.” This is to improve learning outcomes through multimedia learning resources, she said. 

Aside from this, the recently signed pact will also provide a venue for the career development of educators and teachers. Training programs such as Superintendents’ Leadership Program (SLP) and LEEP program are also covered in the agreement. 

(L-R) DepEd Undersecretary for External Partnerships and Linkages Mario A. Deriquito, Education Secretary Br. Armin A. Luistro FSC, Knowledge Channel Foundation, Inc. (KFCI) Chairman Oscar Lopez, and KFCI President and Executive Director Elvira Lopez-Bautista at the DepEd, KFCI signing of the memorandum of understanding that provides support for public school students and teachers in the country last March 31, 2016.

Lopez-Bautista said, “With this signing we hope to have an even closer relationship with DepEd in seeking policy guidance, directions, and cooperation. We ask that DepEd actively use and promote the software and hardware that are in the schools that are accessible to student and teachers as we believe this can improve learning outcomes.”

DepEd Undersecretary for Partnerships and External Linkages Mario A. Deriquito said, “We are happy to celebrate with you the many things that you have done for our public schools: a curriculum based TV channel, training for our teachers, support for the training of our schools division superintendents, the Learning Effectively through Enhance Pedagogies (LEEP) program, and giving awards to outstanding school-based programs and education leaders.”

Blue Water Day Spa presents newest brand ambassadors - Kim Chui, with Nikki Gil, Mercator Talents/Models, GMA7 Artists, Beauty Queens, and Athlete

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BlueWater Day Spa marked two wonderful milestones as it announced the addition of some of the country’s most well-loved actresses to its roster of brand ambassadors as well as the launch of an exciting new service. 

Kim Chiu

BlueWater Day Spa prepared a relaxed yet fun afternoon, reflecting its long-time commitment to promoting a better awareness and understanding of the importance of wellness in today’s more fast-paced world.

Kim Chiu

Held at the Luxent Hotel last April 5, 2016, BlueWater Day Spa is proud to welcome well-known talent to its roster of brand ambassadors. Well-loved by many for her girl next door appeal, charm and beauty, Kim Chiu has been a favorite by fans as well as brands since she started in showbiz. As one of the most hardworking and highly-visible young actresses in the industry today, one might wonder how does Kim able to balance it all.

The Twin Touch, The Traditional Four Hand Bali Massage now in the Philippines.

This is why the invitation to become BlueWater Day Spa’s newest brand ambassador for its exciting new service is very timely for Kim, who is currently busy with her new soap on ABS-CBN called, "The Story of US" along with other important commitments. As the face of BlueWater Day Spa’s latest service the totally relaxing, traditional Balinese four hand massage, Kim invites guests to try this delightful new treatment, which promises ultimate relaxation. BlueWater Day Spa introduces new treatments with health benefits every year.

The fresh faces of BlueWater Day Spa

BlueWater Day Spa introduced its current lineup of brand endorsers  with the freshest faces from Mercator talent agency, which includes Brazilian heartthrob, Fabio Ide. From stressed to rest these lovely talents show how they are able to better take care of themselves with the help of BlueWater Day Spa.

The featured Mercator Models include Sam Ajdani (Mr World 2015), Philippe Escalambre (Model), Mark McMahon (Actor/Model), Amadeo Leandro (International Model), Brent Javier (Model), and Bianca Guidotti (Miss International 2014/Beauty Queen).

Following the roster of models from Mercator, BlueWater Day Spa was happy to introduce the young and good looking talents from the Kapuso network – GMA-7, who are also part of BlueWater Day Spa’s roster of brand ambassadors. Composed of Mike Tan, Ervic Vijandre, Benjamin Alves, and Aljur Abrenica, they are four of the hottest talents from the network, whose busy schedules need to be balanced with well-deserved me-time to keep them looking and feeling fresh.

Benjamin Alves

Aljur Abrenica

Mike Tan

For the third segment of its brand ambassadors, BlueWater Day Spa is excited to formally introduce and welcome, Nikki Gil as part of BlueWater Day Spa’s growing family. Nikki is equally elated to be one of BlueWater Day Spa’s brand ambassadors, saying how hard it was for her to find quiet time to recharge and be ready for the various challenges she faces at work. She thanked BWDS for being her haven and hideaway, a place where she can be alone and recharge. 

At the BWDS program,  beautiful performances from Nikki Gil. 

BSWD also introduced young athlete, Anthony Semerad who, along with Nikki, has made a name for himself in the industry for both his athletic talent and good looks, who is currently part of the GlobalPort Batang Pier team in the PBA. However, long hours of training and various work commitments should always be balanced by ample rest and a proper diet. This is why Anthony is very grateful to be part of the BlueWater Day Spa family, as it allows him to give his body the much-needed treat that it deserves to stay fit and healthy. 

Be swept away into a relaxing dream world, while two therapists work in unison, perfectly coordinate on both sides of the body. BlueWater Day Spa is the first spa in the country to offer this treatment wherein guests will be able to experience the deeply restorative benefits of having two therapists working as one.

BlueWater Day Spa invites everyone to submit themselves to the healing powers of four hands as tension is relieved and muscles stretched. It is indeed something worth trying out on your next visit to BlueWater Day Spa.

Miss Philippines Universe 2013  Ariella 'Ara' Arida , Kim Chui and Brazilian Model Fabio Ide

A beautiful day filled with firsts for one of the country’s leading chain of day spas.

For years BlueWater Day Spa (BWDS) has been the day spa of choice for many as it offers a truly holistic approach to beauty and wellness. 

Blue Water Day Spa Owners with BWDS Ambassadors

Aside from its enticing selection of pampering as well as slimming and beauty treatments, BWDS has been able to maintain its lead by continuously coming up with new ways to keep its customers happy.

BlueWater Day Spa program started off with the welcome remarks by Mr Francis Simisim. 

Initially envisioned as a relaxing oasis, BlueWater Day Spa is a place where serenity wraps around you, comforting you amidst the chaos of city life. 

After putting together a wonderful selection of massage and relaxation services based on the best practices being used all over the world, BlueWater Day Spa has also built a good reputation by partnering with some of the country’s most beautiful faces. BlueWater Day Spa’s brand ambassadors have served as inspiring examples that in spite of being go-getters and achievers in their own right, it’s imperative that they also make time to take care of their bodies to lead a more fulfilling, balanced life. 

With so many announcements packed in one day, guests of the event were assured of many more exciting things lined up for BlueWater Day Spa for the year such as the special introductory price for the Traditional 4-Hand Balinese Massage. Avail of their ongoing Summer Promo up to 50% off on selected treatments until May 31, 2016. 

We encourage everyone! Please bring your friends and family and treat them to a wonderful experience at BlueWater Day Spa.

Visit BlueWater Day Spa at Ortigas-Greenhills (Tel No 7278420), Makati (Tel No 8173126), Capitol Hills (Tel No 4730455), Eastwood City (Tel No 9151247), Cotabato City (Tel No 09228399751) and Naga City (09177391822).

For franchise inquiries, you may contact them through 02-6951820.

You may also connect with them through Instagram (@bluewater_day_spa), Twitter (@bluewaterdayspa) and Facebook (www.facebook.com/bwdspa)

Stars and celebrities dazzle at the Century Tuna #SuperbodsNation2016 finals night

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Anne Curtis 

The glitziest and most glamorous night is about to happen as some of the country’s hottest stars, celebrities, and past Superbods winners come together on April 10, 2016 at the Palace Pool Club for the Century Tuna Superbods Nation 2016, the sexiest, most awaited health and fitness event of the decade.

Together with ultimate Superbods Anne Curtis and Derek Ramsey, Century Tuna’s past and present celebrity endorsers Gerald Anderson, Isabelle Daza, KC Concepcion, Aljur Abrenica, Phil Younghusband, Xian Lim, Paulo Avelino and Solenn Heussaff will walk the runway in a grand reunion event, that celebrates 10 glorious years of the Superbods competition. 

Derek Ramsey

Elmo Magalona

Jessy Mendiola

Solenn Heussaff and Aljur Abrenica

At the same time, the fiery competition between the Superbod hopefuls—each one pushing themselves to be the best they can be—reaches its climax.

As the appointed date draws ever closer, the finalists—Olivia Medina, Carmela Fernandez, Ambra Gutierrez, Nancy Leonard, Chet Abella, Maria Martinez, Cassie Umali, Mirtle Gimenez, Kaara Tan, Carla Meneses, Anja Peter, Natalia Lalonde and Tanya Hyde, Jerome Tan, Ryan Sy, Kel Padilla, Erie Obsena, Jake Khan, Pio Luz, Tom Esconde, Cedric Roxas, Shawn Stansbury, Ali Khatibi, Clint Bondad, Andrew Aurellano and Ameen Sardouk—have been busy raising their game as they prepare to prove themselves worthy at the exclusive Palace Pool Club.

Not to be missed too is the chance to win exclusive invites to the finals night, by simply downloading the Superbods App and voting for your favorite contender until the April 9, 2016 deadline.

Levi’s Philippines gives out tickets to Kanye West-led music fest

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Levi’s encourages its fans to share their stories on social media using the hashtags #WeAreOriginal and #LiveInLevisPH

Hip hop royalty Kanye West is headlining this year’s International Music Festival and Levi’s Philippines is giving you a chance to see him.

Levi’s Philippines is celebrating the birthday of the iconic Levi’s 501 and it has gifts to its loyal fans for making the jeans well-loved through the years.

The biggest treat will be free tickets to the music fest that features the Award-winning hip hop artist, which will happen on April 9 at the Paradise Grounds in Aseana City, Paranaque.

Full mechanics of Levi’s new promo.

The in-store promo allows shoppers to win exciting instant prizes that include concert tickets and Levi’s merchandise. For every minimum single purchase worth P3,500 of any Icons and Essentials item (501, 511, CT, Trucker and core tops), you get to pick a stub from a box to determine your prize.

At Greater Manila Area and North Luzon outlets, Levi’s lovers have the chance to win flash drives (USB), Levi’s e-plus card (1 pass), tumblers, and tickets to Paradise International Music Festival.

Levi’s fans in Visayas and Mindanao get the chance to win flash drives (USB), tumblers, and tickets to Zouk Out for Laboracay.

The more purchases you make, the more chances you have of winning. The promo is ongoing until May 1, 2016.

This treat is part of the new global campaign dubbed as “We Are Original,” which is geared to connect with millions of Levi’s lovers on social media.

In recognition of the priceless heritage of the brand, Levi’s has tapped celebrities and global influencers who will inspire all Levi’s lovers out there to share their stories with the brand on social media.

French music producer, writer, and model Caroline de Maigret, American DJ duo Classixx, and Chinese multimedia artist Yi Zhou are sharing their experiences as Levi’s advocates on social media platforms like Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.

Levi’s launches “We Are Original” campaign that aims to connect with millions of Levi’s lovers on social media.

“We Are Original” is part of Levi’s multifaceted global brand campaign, Live in Levi’s—a digital platform that was launched in 2014 and which engages the global community of Levi’s fans through their shared experiences.

To help celebrate how the world “Lives in Levi’s,” fans generate original content to tell their stories and share these through social media channels.

Whether you’re an influencer, rock star, student, artist, mother, brother, friend or neighbor, you can share your 501 story on social media using the hashtags #WeAreOriginal and #LiveInLevisPH.

“We are proud to be part of this campaign that celebrates the millions of people who wear Levi’s 501 Jeans,” Kaths Laudit, Levi’s Philippines marketing head, says.

This is affirmed by Jennifer Sey, Chief Marketing Officer at Levi’s. “The people who wear Levi’s have always been the inspiration for our brand. This innovation is a way for us to invite participation from all over the world by allowing users to shop for iconic Levi’s products.”

For more details, follow Levi’s Philippines on Instagram at @levis_ph or on Facebook at Levi’s PH.

Don’t let sickness ruin your child’s summer

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When the raining days ends, parents everywhere could rest a little easier knowing their children will now be safe from the bouts of colds and coughing that seem to go with the cold and rainy weather. With the lowered risk of rainy day sniffles, what else is there to watch out for?

It's summer, but this isn't a reason to completely let one's guard down. The warmest parts of the year also have their fair share of communicable diseases. According to the Department of Health, flu-like symptoms such as colds and cough could manifest in the summer because of erratic weather patterns and sudden downpour. 

With weak immunity, your child can easily contract these diseases and more; an unfortunate possibility that places the damper on any summer plans. Summer vacation is an important part of any child’s life, but they run the risk of missing out on the season when they get sick.

Diseases are easily preventable and thankfully, it's fairly easy to start strengthening your child's immune system. By incorporating fruits, especially pineapples, into their daily diets, children can develop the bodily immunity needed to fearlessly take on the coming summer months.

Dr. Leonora Panlasigui, Dean of the Philippine Women’s University’s School of Nutrition, found that adding 2 servings of Del Monte Pineapples to a child's daily diet may help improve overall immunity. The study showed a 27% increase in the production of granulocytes, a type of white blood cell vital to combating diseases, in children who ate 2 servings of pineapple a day, resulting in reduced recovery time for bacterial and viral infections.

“Even a single serving of fruit a day could make all the difference with your child’s health,” says Dr. Panlasigui. 

“One serving is good, but the general consensus recommends two servings a day. It’s pretty easy to build a fun, tasty habit with the kids that will benefit them in the long run.”

Let your kids enjoy their summer vacation. Keep them safe and healthy as they play with others and experience what it is like to be a kid. 

Two pineapple servings a day can make a difference.

Change your viewing habits with the Acer K138ST short-throw projector

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Weekends or long vacations are great chance to watch your favorite movie, TV series, musical spectacles or must-love sporting events.

But great as it may be, wouldn’t you want to change your viewing habits a little bit by watching your favorite content on a much bigger screen? No, it’s not about investing on a bigger TV; it’s about choosing a meaningful option for you to “up the ante” in your home entertainment and give it a more cinematic experience.

Then the best choice should be the Acer K138ST short-throw projector, a name you can rely on when it comes to spearheading a silver-screen revolution and change your movie night habits right at the comforts of your own home.

When upgrading your home entertainment system in your living room, it should not be seen as a luxury anymore because the Acer K138ST short-throw projector can definitely make home entertainment even more inviting—and more appealing to your family, relatives, or best buds during movie night on a lazy weekend.

Catch all the cinematic details in both visuals and audio through the Acer K138ST short-throw projector’s features that are at par with home theater requirements. In terms of visual clarity, the Acer K138ST is a Digital Light Processing or DLP projector and its biggest advantages against LCD or Liquid Crystal Display projectors is that contrast is more pronounced in DLPs, plus the fact that the Acer K138ST has LumiSense+ that dynamically optimizes images for those ultra-realistic visuals, thanks to the enhanced dark-detail visibility and color saturation features.

Also, DLP projectors are more compact, easier to carry around for greater mobility and great to use in small spaces (living room, office meeting room, etc.) since it’s so flexible to install. And because the Acer K138ST is a short-throw projector, all you need is a 1.7m distance to be able to project a 100-inch screen. Definitely, this feature makes you enjoy viewing any type of content on a much bigger screen landscape. All you’d need is a bowl of popcorn, chips and soda and you’re ready to go.

Consider these other features of the Acer K138ST short-throw projector like the 800-lumens projection power, WXGA or Wide XGA graphics display resolution, an unbelievable 30,000 hour LED lamp life, ColorBoost 3D and Color Safe II, both advanced technologies for more authentic and realistic images and unmatched color fidelity. Even after thousands of hours of usage, you can rely on the Acer K138ST to provide unfailing natural colors and bring unparalleled viewing pleasure to you and your viewing companions.

So you don’t have to buy larger and more expensive TVs just to create a silver screen revolution right at your home. Just think smart and be practical. Choose the Acer K138ST as your smart and practical solution to your desired cinematic, large-screen quality viewing with your family and friends any time of the year.

For more about the Acer K138ST short-throw projector and other products, visit www.acer.com.ph, follow Acer via Twitter (twitter.com/acerphils) or www.Facebook.com/AcerPH. 

ABS-CBN Sports + Action to air 2016 Palarong Pambansa

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ABS-CBN, the Philippines’ leading media and entertainment company, is putting the spotlight on the future of Philippine sports as it partners with the Department of Education and the Province of Albay to broadcast the 2016 Palarong Pambansa on ABS-CBN Sports + Action and ABS-CBN Sports + Action HD.

ABS-CBN Sports + Action channel head Vince Rodriguez, ABS-CBN Regional head Atty. Abigail Querubin-Aquino, Department of Education assistant secretary Tonicito Umali, and Albay Gov. Joey Salceda from this year’s Palarong Pambansa’s host province formalized the historic partnership, which gives a huge boost to Philippines sports and Filipino athletes.

ABS-CBN Sports + Action channel head Vince Rodriguez, ABS-CBN Regional head Atty. Abigail Querubin-Aquino, DepEd assistant secretary Tonicito Umali and Albay Gov. Joey Salceda on Tuesday formalized the partnership in a press conference.

"The Palaro is a perfect showcase, with a beautiful, beautiful backdrop of Albay," Rodriguez said. "It is a breeding ground of sports heroes."

“If you are a group that is committed to sports development, how can you tell the story of our athletes, understand their struggles and celebrate their victories, if you do not start the story from the beginning?” said Rodriguez. “As a channel committed to sports development, we know it’s important to show the stories of our heroes, both big and small, in inspiring Filipinos especially the youth,” Rodriguez added.

ABS-CBN's sports division has committed to air some of the games and matches of the Palaro on its sports channels, and will also produce a documentary and feature stories on the event, as well as its former and present athletes.

The 2016 Palarong Pambansa opens on April 10 at the Bicol University Sports Complex, Albay Province..

The opening ceremonies will start at 4 p.m. and will be aired at 7 p.m. Games of various sports – not just basketball and volleyball – will be shown on ABS-CBN Sports + Action starting 4 p.m. until 6 p.m., except on UAAP game days, on which they will be aired on primetime.

Through this partnership, ABS-CBN Integrated Sports fulfills its objective to help promote sports development in the Philippines by giving exposure to young Filipino athletes.

Follow the journey of the Philippines’ best young talents in the world of sports at the 2016 Palarong Pambansa on ABS-CBN Sports + Action and ABS-CBN Sports + Action HD Ch166, starting April 10. 

For more information, visit sports.abs-cbn.com and follow ABS-CBN Sports’ official Facebook and Twitter accounts, @abscbnsports.

Philippines is the next big thing for the Americans - United States Tour Operators Association (USTOA) CEO Terry

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USTOA president Terry Dale 

“The US market is always craving for the next great destination and I sincerely believe you are it. The top selling point of the Philippines will definitely be its tourist destinations and its people. The special DNA you possess when it comes to hospitality has been reconfirmed in my mind many times over. You’ve never been pampered the way you’ll be in the Philippines,” --- United States Tour Operators Association (USTOA) CEO Terry Dale 

The Philippines is the next big thing for the Americans according to United States Tour Operators Association (USTOA) CEO Terry Dale as he was welcomed by the Department of Tourism (DOT) and the Tourism Promotions Board (TPB) during his visit to Manila. Upon the invitation of DOT Secretary Ramon Jimenez, Dale’s trip to the Philippines was driven by the desire to experience firsthand the abundant offerings of the country. 

The leading tour operators association in the United States, USTOA is created with the primary purpose of promoting integrity within the US tour operator industry and includes Abercrombie & Kent USA, Adventures by Disney and Celtic Tours World Vacations as some of its distinguished members. 

DOT Usec Ma. Victoria Jasmin and DFA Acting Secretary Laura Del Rosario 

Welcoming Dale during the dinner were DOT Undersecretary Ma. Victoria Jasmin, TPB Deputy Chief Operating Officer for Marketing and Promotions Consuelo Jones and Department of Foreign Affairs Undersecretary Laura del Rosario. Also joining them were Philippine Airlines President and COO Jaime Bautista and International Sales AVP Eric Tan, Philippine Travel Agencies Association (PTAA) President Michelle Victoria, TPB Board Directors and officials as well as some of the country’s travel trade leaders.

PAL’s Jaime Bautista and PTAA’s Michelle Victoria 

TPB’s James Sy, Hernan Narvadez, Consuelo Jones and Karem Miranda 

HRAP’s Eugene Yap and PAL’s Eric Tan 

PACEOS’ Jing Lagandaon, World Trade Center’s Pam Pascual and PHILTOA’s Shan David 

NAITAS’ Wanda Tulfo Teo and Lourdes Japson 

TPB’s Arnold Gonzales, HSMA’s Margie Munsayac, BOI Asec Fe Reyes, PHILTOA’s Fe Abling Yu and HSMA’s Christine Ibarreta 

Dale’s visit brought him to some of the most beautiful destinations in the country such as Bohol and Palawan. According to him, the Philippines is the hottest destination the Americans should experience today because of its elements of surprise and adventure, breath-taking natural wonders and the people’s innate sense of customer-centricity. Dale also highlighted that one of the country’s key assets is its people, emphasizing that Filipinos have the inherent skill to build relationships – one of the reasons why Americans would want to visit the Philippines again.

With must-see tourist spots, hospitable people, a unique culture and rich history woven together in one country, distance will never deter Americans to experience and enjoy the Philippines over and over.

The Odd Couple Season 2 Premieres on RTL CBS Entertainment HD – 15 April, Friday at 9:55pm (8:55pm JKT/BKK)

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THE ODD COUPLE stars Matthew Perry as endearing slob Oscar Madison and Thomas Lennon as uptight neat freak Felix Unger, two former college buddies who become unlikely roommates after the demise of their marriages.

It’s not long after Oscar lets Felix move in that Oscar fears he’s made a monumental mistake. Oscar’s jack-of-all-trades assistant, Dani, and his long-time agent, Teddy, have their hands full trying to keep Oscar’s career as a sports radio host on track as he deals with his new living situation. 

Fortunately, their quirky next door neighbor Emily helps Felix adapt to his new life as a bachelor and rein in his copious eccentricities. Despite how exasperated Oscar and Felix make each other, in the end, these mismatched friends agree they can help each other move on from their divorces and somehow make this crazy living arrangement work.

Actress Teri Hatcher guest stars on THE ODD COUPLE in a multiple-episode arc in season 2. She will play Charlotte, a smart, successful single mother who lives in Oscar Madison’s (Matthew Perry) building. They meet when Oscar starts dating her nanny, but he soon realizes he’s really interested in Charlotte. Hatcher has delivered memorable performances in film and television since 1990, including her portrayal of Susan Mayer on “Desperate Housewives,” which earned Hatcher a Golden Globe Award and a Screen Actors Guild Award, and as Lois on the series “Lois and Clark.” Her film credits include “The Big Picture,” “Soapdish,” “Spy Kids,” “Tomorrow Never Dies” and “Coraline.”

Now in Ayala Malls, Free faster Internet, less buffering with Globe GoWifi

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GoWiFi will also be equipped with Accelerator that allows customers to enjoy the most popular YouTube videos with quicker loading time

In its continuous effort to elevate the state of internet connectivity in the country, Globe is upgrading its customer experience through the roll out of its free premium public WiFi service, GoWiFi, to more locations. It is currently active in most Ayala Malls around the country. A high-speed internet connection of up to 100 Mbps, GoWiFi will be enhanced with Accelerator at selected locations, which lets users enjoy the most popular videos on YouTube with less buffering. 

Customers got to try Globe Telecom’s fast & free WiFi hotspot GoWIFI with speeds of up to 100 Mbps, now powered with Accelerator – a technology that improves the video streaming experience on YouTube with less buffering. GoWiFi is being rolled out in all Ayala Malls and other high traffic establishments around the country. 

Of the many activities Filipinos do on their mobile phones, watching videos on YouTube is one of the most popular. On a standard connection, one may experience pauses while playing a video as the material downloads at the same time. Buffering happens when the device plays the video faster than it downloads.

This paved the way for Globe to boost GoWiFi hotspots with Accelerator to improve the YouTube viewing experience. As a result, customers connected to GoWiFi will not only be able to explore the full Internet on their mobile devices, but through Accelerator, they will also notice a significant improvement when viewing much of YouTube’s most popular content. 

GoWiFi locations equipped with Accelerator store over 150,000 of the most viewed YouTube videos on the local WiFi network, allowing videos to start more quickly and play with less buffering. 

To experience Accelerator, users just need to connect to the GoWiFi network, install and open the YouTube app on their Android devices, then simply click on any video with the teal Accelerator icon to enjoy watching the video without the wait. Accelerator can be enjoyed for as long as the access to GoWiFi is active. You can find more info on Accelerator, plus a map of all locations with Accelerator at youtube.com/accelerator. 

“Every Filipino deserves access to a rich and immersive online experience. With the expansion of our GoWiFi service, everyone who connects to it will have access to a seamless WiFi network and a secure connection for worry-free browsing. Combined with the capabilities of Accelerator, users can enjoy watching the most popular videos on YouTube on their smartphones with significantly improved streaming,” says Senior Advisor for Consumer Business, Dan Horan. 

Alongside significant improvements in video streaming on mobile, GoWiFi is also a secure access point compared to other public domains. GoWiFi is open to all who visit any Ayala Mall. Globe and non-Globe customers alike will be able to experience the free and fast GoWiFi connection. Users just need to connect to the Ayala Malls GoWiFi signal and register their mobile number. A verification code with instructions will be sent to their phone to complete the connection. 

On GoWiFi, mall goers at any Ayala Mall will also have access to the Ayala Malls A-Portal. A convenient mobile app, it lets one stay updated on the newest shopping promos and dining perks, as well as news about upcoming events, cinema schedules, restaurants, lounges, and transportation hubs. 

Globe will continue to activate more GoWiFi hotspots in major metropolitan areas nationwide throughout the year.

Why investing in beauty is the first step to success

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(Left to right sitting )Dr. Jose Rivera ( Treas ), Dr. Ma. Angela Lavadia ( VP ), Dr. Daisy King - Ismael ( Pres ), Dr. Rosalina Nadela ( Immediate Past Pres ), Dr. Jasmin Jamora ( Sec )

At the back standing from left to right ( Members of the Board of Directors ): Dr. Roberto Pascual, Dr. Ma. Purita  Paz - Lao, Dr. Blossom Chan, Dr. Donna Sarrosa, Dr. Julie Pabico, Dr. Krissinda Dim-Jamora, Dr. Arnold Yu

Investing requires the right timing, management, and strategic planning.

Still, investing remains risky for some. 

What if there’s an investment where you never lose, an investment that gives you more than an ROI, an investment that gives you the power to become better and achieve greater. Would you take the risk? 

Investing in Beauty is a bet you can’t lose, not when your end goal is Success. 

You’ve hustled and you’ve hustled hard, now that you’re on your way to the top all eyes will be focused on you---leaving no room for mistakes. Not even a blemish.

You’ve invested in your education, experience, shoes, bags, and everything that make up your power look. The next step, earning the power and confidence to face and shape any situation the real world gives you---and only real experts understand this. 

That’s why Philippine Dermatological Society, the Real Beauty Expert recently launched its newest campaign that supports and empowers the go getters of today. 

Philippine Dermatological Society is the only specialty society for dermatology accredited and recognized by the Philippine College of Physicians (PCP) and the Philippine Medical Association (PMA) making them Real Experts in Beauty. 

Unlike other beauty institutions, PDS doctors undergo 3 years of training in PDS accredited hospitals making them skin, hair, and nail experts. Aside from knowledge, PDS doctors are also well-quipped with the technology and skill to make everyone beautiful from the face to the body. Only Real Beauty Experts can give the best care and treatment when it comes to key issues and concerns of women such as wrinkles and sagging skin, pigmentation, and body and face contouring. With the message #BeautyIsPower, PDS assures to give you nothing but the best expert care as you make your way to success. 

Investing in beauty makes a huge difference in your life, personally and professionally. It shapes the way you interact with others and it reflects the opinion you have of yourself. Success is decided by how much you’re willing to invest in yourself, so go ahead, take the leverage of Beauty, invest now, trust PDS, the #DermAuthority.