WPBL Charity Match : All Star Charity Billiards Challenge for Philippine typhoon relief

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The World Professional Billiard League will host THE WPBL All Star Charity Billiards Challenge for Philippine typhoon relief at the WPBL Arena Friday February 14, 2014 at 6:30 pm. Proceeds from the pay-per-view match as well as the entire WPBL playoffs will benefit those affected by the devastation that Typhoon Haiyan unleashed on the island country in Southeast Asia on November 7, 2013.

The charity PPV match will be featured live on the WPBL website for $9.99 or $29.99 for 10 days/11 matches of Bonus Ball action including both the WPBL Championship Match and the WPBL ALL Star Charity Billiards Challenge. A portion of the proceeds from the WPBL playoffs and challenge match will be used for the donation to the Rising Asian Pacific Americans Coalition for Diversity (RAPACD 501c3) and designated for aid in the Philippines.

The league’s top player Warren Kiamco who is a member of the 1st place New York Pride and native Filipino, was honored to be selected to play in this event saying “I am proud to represent both the WPBL and my country to help in the typhoon relief.” Kiamco is also joined on the Pride by HOF team captain Earl Strickland and Larry Nevel. League President Larry Chiborak stated “the devastation throughout the country is overwhelming…these are our friends who are suffering, and we are honored that the WPBL can assist those who have had to endure this tragedy”.

Billiards rank amongst the most popular sports in the Philippines, which has produced many of the industry’s legends. The category five super storm impacted more than 25 million lives including those of pool players and their families with winds exceeding 200 mph.

The WPBL benefit will feature three of the world’s best Filipino players: Dennis Orcollo (12th worldwide), and Carlo Biado (3rd worldwide) and acting as the team captain is the WPBL’s #1 ranked player Warren Kiamco. Team “Philippines” will take on the WPBL’s top players including team captain Darren Appleton (7th worldwide), Thorsten Hohmann (1st worldwide), and John Morra (4th WPBL).

RAPACD was founded by Filipina Salve Vargas Edelman and is an organization based in Las Vegas, Nevada whose motto is to “Engage, Educate, Empower and Inspire”. The charity is located at the RAPACD Cultural Center at 3337 and 3339 West Washington Street (between Baker St. and Washington Ave.) Las Vegas, Nevada and inside the historic Lorenzi Park.

Their primary mission is to represent, serve, and advocate on behalf of the Asian Pacific American community within the Las Vegas area. Previously Vargas-Edelman has coordinated a medical mission which provided aid to thousands in need in the Philippines. With the devastation unleashed as a result of Typhoon Hiayan also known as typhoon Yolanda, the RAPACD Director said: “As a Filipino Community Leader, it is my duty and responsibility to mobilize the entire community, and to collaborate with other Asian Pacific Islanders Community Leaders to donate and collect balikbayan boxes (corrugated shipping box) which contain gently used clothes, medical supplies, nonperishable food, canned good, toiletries, shoes, etc.”. Vargas Edelman’s Charity has collected over 60 boxes and are still collecting! Proceeds from the WPBL event will be used to ship the boxes and purchase more needed items like vitamins, food, blankets, etc., which will be distributed directly to the indigent families!

To purchase the WPBL All Star Charity Billiards Challenge or the entire 10 day/ 11 match Championship Package please visit www.WPBLtv.com. Additionally, all previously recorded regular season matches are available to view for free via the WPBL website under the “Schedule” tab. Please follow the WPBL as the playoffs draw near, additional announcements and updates will be made frequently. For a complete listing of broadcast matches, standings, merchandise and more visit the WPBL website.

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Swoon-worthy delights from Philips

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For the season of love filling the cool February air, let your actions translate to “I love you” with a well-thought of Valentine date from grooming to whipping delicious meals prepared right in your own home.

“Valentine’s is the perfect opportunity to show your special someone how you care,” comments Philips General Manager for Consumer Lifestyle, Ms. Angelia Oh. “While some may go to great lengths in preparing an extravagant night out, there are others who prefer a simple yet well-thought of date at home. With that, Philips is offering date preparation solutions to help you relax and enjoy the season of love.”

Grooming essentials for ladies

For silky straight hair that’s perfect for date night, go with the Philips ProCare Straightener HP8339. This styling tool creates beautifully straightened hair thanks to its ceramic plates which glides on smoothly for shiny tresses. In addition, this hair straightening tool provides less hair damage thanks to its Even Heat Distribution technology and More Care with ion conditioning for frizz-free hair.

Got no time to hit the bathroom but still want beautifully styled hair? Then opt for the Philips SalonDry Control Hairdryer. The SalonDry hairdryer has a volume diffuser to enhance hair volume for curls and bouncy styles and has a TurboBoost mode to let you quickly blow-dry hair without additional heat. Moreover, it comes with a CoolShot function that provides an intense burst of cold air used after styling to “set” your preferred hairstyle.

For fashionable looking tresses, pick the Philips ProCare AirStyler HP8656. Equipped with an “Even Heat Distribution” feature, this styling tool makes use of ceramic coated brushes with ion conditioning to protect hair from styling damage. It also distributes heat evenly to keep hair looking shiny, frizz-free and healthy.

If you’re planning to don your favorite dress to show off your legs this Valentine’s, choose an epilator that removes hair from the roots that will last you weeks. The Philips SatinSoft Epilator HP6521 clears out hair on sensitive body parts and exfoliates skin with its exfoliating brush to reveal an even more radiant skin. Moreover, it can be used wet or dry and on two-speed settings according to your needs.

Grooming essentials for men

It’s not just women who need to be prepared for date night, but men too. For a more expressive style that lets you trim, style and shave at the same time, choose the Philips StyleShaver QS6140. Equipped with the dual-ended electric beard styler and shaver, this nifty tool has everything you need that works on the toughest beards or to a very clean shave. The StyleShaver also lets you choose from 12 beard trimmer settings, ranging from 0.5mm to 10mm.

Avoid nicks and cuts with thePhilips Aquatouch AT750. This dual shaver has an Aquatec seal to ensure a comfortable dry shave and a refreshing wet shave using gel or foam for added comfort. It also glides on smoothly over the curves of your face, so you’re free of painful shaving cuts. Moreover, the Philips Wet and Dry shaver has a QuickRinse system for easy cleaning.

That perfect smile for your date night

Men and women definitely would be captivated with a bright smile in any occasion. Level up the dating game by donning your pearly whites at its best with Philips Sonicare EasyClean HX6511. Delivering unique and dynamic cleaning action, the Philips Sonicare EasyClean gently reaches deep between teeth and along the gum line for that perfect smile. Compared to a manual toothbrush, its Patented Sonic Technology removes plaque 2x better than a manual toothbrush. This would ensure the freshest breath and an extra point in any romantic move before or after a date meal.

Sumptuous and low-fat meal prep

For a low-fat but delicious date meal, choose to prepare your favorite fried food with thePhilips Airfryer. It lets you prepare great-tasting fried favorites with up to 80% less fat. The airfryer features Philips’ own Rapid Air Technology system that fries food with air to make it crispy on the outside, but tender on the inside. Not only does this help you fry food, it also lets you grill, roast and bake, making the airfryer your go-to solution for all your cooking needs.

Steaming food locks in nutrients and lets the natural juices and flavors spread throughout the cooking process. For nutritious and delicious steamed food, pick the Philips Jamie Oliver Food Steamer HD9132, which uses a flavor booster to infuse food with herbs. Moreover, this food steamer is large enough to cook meals in one go thanks to its 2.5L bain-marie bowl and 9L capacity and removable tray bottoms.

For a quick, healthy and nutritious date meal, opt for thePhilips Daily Collection Induction Cooker. Designed to shorten cooking time by 1/3, it seals in food’s nutrients fast thanks to its 2100W high power and is an ideal tool to cook a variety of healthy dishes. In addition, this induction cooker gives intuitive cooking with its sensitive sensor touch operation panel, easy to read display and full glass panel.

“Valentine’s should be time well-spent with your special someone. While preparing for a date can be time consuming, these offerings from Philips can help you save time to prepare for a simple, yet unforgettable date at home, even after the season is over,” concludes Ms. Oh.

Buddha-Bar Manila marks its 2nd Year Anniversary in a festive Shanghai Night Party

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Buddha-Bar Manila turns 2!

Buddha -Bar marks its 2nd Year Anniversary in a festive Shanghai Night Party with international DJs, DJ Sechaud and DJ Campos infusing their signature music together with Buddha-Bar Manila’s signature cocktails all-perfected for the metro’s top bar destination’s 2nd Year Anniversary on February 1.

Feeling nostalgic from the day the posh and stylish bar opened its Manila doors, Buddha-Bar Manila welcomes its 2nd Year Anniversary with an elegant twist and a dash of Shanghai fashion. With some luck on the side, metro party philes and diners come in their chic Shanghai-themed outfits ready to start the first major party of the year.

Welcoming the guests are the ever gregarious Buddha-Bar Manila staff who have been committed to world-class service for Manila patrons since 2012, along with excellent quality champagne, and a party experience that is definitely one for the books.

Buddha-Bar Manila has been known for its sumptuous Pacific Rim menus and cocktail treats that made the anniversary celebration more than complete.

Adding to the ecstatic anniversary feels, Buddha-Bar Manila flies in party DJ icons, DJ Nicolas Sechaud and DJ Carlos Campos. DJ Sechaud, Buddha-Bar Dubai’s resident DJ, is known in party circles as the Sunset Master who had played in premiere party destinations like Ibiza, Brazil, Germany, Italy, and luxurious fashion events of Versace and Gucci. Alongside DJ Sechaud, is Barrio Latino Paris DJ, DJ Carlos Campos. DJ Campos is considered a legend in party music mixing and has produced various tracks in the hit signature Buddha-Bar music compilation.

A trip around the world through soothing music, the Buddha-Bar Manila 2nd Year Anniversary is a celebration of its signature music influx in the Philippine party scene.

And the perfect cherry on top of Buddha-Bar Manila’s 2nd Year Anniversary is the grand draw of the lucky winner in the Drink.Dine.Drive promo. Launched in July 2013, the much anticipated contest has enticed many guests to try their luck and February 1, only one gets to drive home the brand new Jaguar XF 2014.

A fabulous 2nd Year Anniversary that coincides with the end of the biggest Buddha-Bar Manila contest ever, the Drink.Dine.Drive promo, Buddha-Bar Manila continuously offers hip treats to diners, party goers, and denizens of the city; the meticulously prepared Business Lunch that is available everyday, Industry Nights on Monday and the fun Ladies’ Night every Wednesday, plus so many exciting new happenings to look forward to.

Buddha-Bar Manila 2nd Year Anniversary is another milestone to remember how Manila party scene endlessly evolves. With its strong presence and remarkable trend setting, Buddha-Bar Manila shifts dining and partying to a more posh, more stylish, and more glamorous level; best for the best!

Buddha-Bar Manila is located at Picar Place, Kalayaan Avenue, Makati City.

For reservations, call +632 8566859/+632 8566709.

You can also reach them at info@buddhabarmanila.com 

or like and follow them on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram at @BuddhaBarMNL

LINE’s global gaming platform reaches 250 million downloads worldwide!

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Enjoy LINE GAME’s latest adventures with LINE Cookie Run, LINE Party Run and LINE Go!Go!Go!

LINE, the world’s leading mobile platform with 340 million users worldwide, announced that its global gaming platform, LINE GAME, has achieved 250 million downloads, only 18 months after the initial service release.

LINE GAME currently enables users to enjoy 49 games of different variety. Adding more flavors to the line-up this February, LINE has released LINE Cookie Run, LINE Party Run and LINE Go!Go!Go! for all Filipino users.

“We are very excited to bring a brand new roster of exciting new games that our LINE users in the Philippines can download and enjoy,” remarked Mr. Greg Kim, Senior Manager at LINE Plus.

Check below for more information about the latest game releases!

LINE’S NEW YEAR GAME RELEASES!

LINE Go!Go!Go!

On this first racing game introduced on LINE GAME platform, players steer and jump their cars to race against others for an adrenaline rush.

Google Play: 

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.linecorp.LGCAR

App Store: 

https://itunes.apple.com/app/id721936041

LINE Cookie Run 

Help cookies to escape from the evil witch’s oven in this side-scrolling action game, while aiming for the highest score by collecting the Coins and Jellies. 

Google Play: 

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.linecorp.LGCOOKIE

App Store: 

https://itunes.apple.com/app/id743669894

LINE Party Run 

Enjoy this endless running game that features LINE’s popular characters such as Cony, Brown, James, Moon, and many others.

Google Play: 

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.linecorp.LGCHASER

App Store: 

https://itunes.apple.com/app/id722573868

Watch Pinoy Figure Skater Martinez Compete Feb 13 at the Sochi 2014 on TV5

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TV5 is the Official Philippine Olympic network to provide full coverage of the Sochi 2014 Winter Olympics Games, beginning with the spectacular Opening Ceremony which aired live from Russia at midnight of February 8 (Philippine time).

In the next 16 days, TV5 will be broadcasting over 500 hours of Olympic action from Sochi, including the participation of the three Filipinos who are competing in the Olympic Winter Games.

Homegrown Filipino figure skater Michael Christian Martinez will be performing in the February 13 eliminations in the hopes of making it to the top 24 finals on February 14. Gilmore Junio, representing Canada, will be participating in the Men’s 500 meter (Feb 10) and Men’s 1000 meter Speed Skating (Feb 12). Meanwhile, JR Celski of the United States will be participating in 4 short track events - 500 meter, 1000 meter, 1500 meter and 5000 meter relay – happening at various days of February.

Sports5, the production arm of TV5, will have Aaron Atayde, Anthony Suntay and Patricia Bermudez-Hizon as broadcast presenters from the TV5 Olympic Center in Novaliches, Quezon City. TV5 will also be present in Sochi, Russia with James Velasquez and Chiqui Roa Puno giving Filipino viewers daily updates and features of the prestigious sports event.

The Kapatid network will be delivering live and delayed coverage through AksyonTV and Hyper, the 24/7 sports channel. The Winter Olympics will also be delivered on online and mobile platforms in partnership with PLDT Home Fibr, SMART and digital satellite provider, Cignal.

The XXII Olympic Winter Games will have 98 events and more than 3,000 athletes competing in the first Winter Olympics in Russia.