"My Husband’s Lover" premieres on Fox Filipino on June 20

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FOX Filipino has announced that it will feature one of the most talked about local drama series in the country, My Husband’s Lover, which premieres on the channel on June 20, 2016. 

This groundbreaking series that follows the story of a woman’s awakening to her husband’s hidden sexuality will be shown on weeknights, with back-to-back episodes from Monday to Friday, 7 PM to 8:50 PM. Fans of My Husband’s Lover can also get their fill of this critically acclaimed drama with replays on weekdays from 7 AM to 9 AM and marathons every Saturday from 9 AM to 5:55 PM.

My Husband’s Lover centers on the story of Lally (Carla Abellana), a woman who marries early after being impregnated by her boyfriend Vincent, who in turn strives to become a good husband. Despite his good intentions, Vincent (Tom Rodriguez) hides a secret deep inside him that threatens his marriage: his unshakeable attraction to men. When Vincent encounters his old love Eric (Dennis Trillo), who is openly gay, he slides into a passionate affair that even Lally can’t ignore in her innocent devotion to her husband. Lally refuses to give up on her marriage and the future of their children, and she makes a bold decision that will change her life, Vincent’s, and Eric’s forever.

On its first run, the series gained generally positive reviews from critics and viewers for its portrayal of tolerance, forgiveness, and a side of marriage rarely seen on Philippine television. My Husband’s Lover was also given recognition by various local and international award-giving institutions, including a “highly commended” distinction for Trillo’s portrayal as Eric at the prestigious Asian Television Awards. It was also nominated in the Telenovela category at the International Emmy Awards, which recognizes television production excellence outside the US. 

Fox Philippines top executive Jude Turcuato

FOX Filipino celebrates the pay-TV premiere of My Husband’s Lover by holding a brunch on June 20 for members of the press at Le Jardin Manila in Bonifacio Global City, a penthouse French restaurant with a garden theme.

And with special celebrity guest Miss Kuh Ledesma.

Charo Espedido, Director and Head of Marketing for FOX Networks Group Philippines said:

“We’re excited to feature a highly lauded production such as My Husband’s Lover on FOX Filipino—it’s a quality Filipino production that not only entertains audiences but also challenges them to question outdated norms. FOX Filipino is giving those who missed out on the series an opportunity to fall in love with its fascinating characters and their struggle to care for each other under rigid expectations from society.”

Jodi Sta. Maria is torn between two lovers in Star Cinema's 'The Achy Breaky Hearts!'

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Help Jodi choose between two handsome gentlemen in 'The Achy Breaky Hearts' this coming June 29 in theaters nationwide.

Directed by Antoinette Jadaone, "The Achy Breaky Hearts" starring Ian Veneracion, Richard Yap, and Jodi Sta. Maria.

In the story, Jodi is Chinggay, a smart, beautiful, and successful woman in her 30s who's had not a boyfriend for seven years until Frank (Richard), Chinggay's ex-boyfriend for four years and Ryan (Ian), who Chinggay helped after his engagement proposal got rejected, entered her heart.

Chinggay (Jodi Sta. Maria), a jewelry shop manager, is one of the single women who feels the pressure to find love. She goes out on dates with men but none of them seem to make the cut. You may blame her high standards but the pain from her previous relationship could also be affecting her judgment on men. Now, her love life is suffering a drought for seven years.

Everything changes when suddenly, two men are interested to be with her. Ryan (Ian Veneracion) and Frank (Richard Yap).

Chinggay finds herself torn between two kinds of love. Will she choose one over the other? Or will she realize that the love that she needs won’t come from either?

Other casts are Beauty Gonzalez, Sarah Lahbati, Desiree Del Valle, Erika Padilla, Denise Joaquin, Khalil Ramos, Shamaine Buencamino, Miles Ocampo, Liza Lorena, Rey 'PJ' Abellana, John Spainhour, Elizabeth Ty Chua.

"The Achy Breaky Hearts"is helmed by blockbuster 'hugot' director Antoinette Jadaone, opens In cinemas starting June 29, 2016. 

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Titan launches the Neo collection

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The world’s fifth largest watchmaker launches stunning selection of watches

Titan, the world’s fifth largest watchmaker from the TATA Group, launched their stylish Neo range of timepieces for the metropolitan men and women. 

Renowned for its excellence in watch-making craftsmanship and design expertise, the brand is proud to unveil its latest collection in Philippines. 

Embracing the latest trend in professional style, Titan Neo is designed for the metropolitan men and women. 

With stylish steel cases, the collection showcases sleek and trendy watches ideal for a contemporary look. Designed with genuine leather and metal straps, the Neo watches are the perfect accessories to pair with formal attire. 

Greenpeace busts myths on Renewable Energy with The Solar Rooftop Challenge

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Greenpeace launched the Solar Rooftop Challenge, and presented at the media and guests held at the Bonifacio High Street last June 15, 2016. On the eve of the start of the comprehensive government energy policy review, and proving that the incoming rainy season is not an impediment to fully embrace solar energy, Solar Rooftop Challenge, an aggressive information campaign highlights the potentials of producing solar energy in the Philippines.

The Solar Rooftop Challenge highlights the benefits of using solar and busts misguided notions that hinder individuals and companies from taking it up by showcasing existing solar rooftop installations of urban middle class households, celebrities, churches, schools, government buildings and private establishments, and through sharing empowering stories of people who have joined the solar rooftop revolution in the country.

Renewable Energy advocates Illac Diaz (from left), Jun Sabayton, Jasmin Curtis-Smith and Saab Magalona grace the launching of the Greenpeace Solar Rooftop Challenge at the Bonifacio High Street on June 15, 2016. The Solar Rooftop Challenge is a massive information campaign that highlights the potentials of producing solar energy in the Philippines and creates a platform for the young and urban Filipinos to join the discussion on renewable energy, particularly the use of solar energy. ©Greenpeace

"Today, we are launching the Solar Rooftop Challenge to create a platform for the young and urban Filipinos to join the discussion on renewable energy, particularly the use of solar energy. At the same time that the young, hip and trendy Filipinos are ‘arriving’, so is the use of solar energy,” explained Reuben Muni, Climate and Energy Campaigner for Greenpeace Southeast Asia Philippines.

The launch event featured informative lectures and discussions by Obet Verzola, author of the book Crossing Over: the Energy Transition to Renewable Energy and Executive Director of Center for Renewable Electricity Strategies (CREST), and Dann Diez, Executive Director of Sustainable Energy and Enterprise Development for Communities, who presented data and experiences showing that solar energy installation is affordable, accessible and more cost-effective in the long run.

The launch also unveiled the video series JuanaSolar Busts a Myth in Minutes, which features celebrity advocates Saab Magalona, Yam Concepcion and Dingdong Dantes busting the myths surrounding the use of solar energy.

The videos debunk the myths that solar energy is expensive, unreliable, impractical, uneconomic, and beyond the reach of the average Filipino.

The Solar Rooftop Challenge also happens at the same time that the Philippine government is starting its comprehensive review of the country's energy policy in order to reduce dependence on coal and come up with a national framework for a just transition to renewable energy and a low-carbon economic pathway.

“By showing that many Filipinos across the country have already made the switch to solar energy, we are sending a message to the incoming Duterte Administration to take to heart this energy policy review and listen to the clamor of many more Filipinos who want clean and renewable sources of electricity for their homes, offices, and businesses,” added Muni.

By telling empowering stories, the Solar Rooftop Challenge showed that the solar revolution is already happening in many parts of the country - from a solar-powered church, to solar-powered schools, malls, and many households. It aims to serve as a platform for the thousands of Filipinos who have already embraced the solar revolution to show and tell their stories as well as exchange and share ideas and information to persuade other people who are keen on taking up the challenge of producing their own clean and renewable electricity from their rooftops.

“The stories will show energy independence through solar energy. We will break the myths surrounding renewable energy and create a powerful testament on its practicality, cost-effectiveness, and reliability to propel the Philippines to a future powered by clean and sustainable energy,” Muni said.

Good news from Meralco: Lower energy rates this June!

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Typhoon season is upon us, but don’t expect sweater or blanket weather soon. It’s still hot and humid! What’s hotter is Meralco’s good news: lower electricity rates this June!

The country’s largest power distributor has announced that residential rates would go down by around Php 0.13 per kWh this month. Meralco says the rate reduction is due to lower generation charges, which is the cost of producing electricity collected by Meralco in behalf of generation companies. In fact, this June’s generation charge is the lowest since October 2004.

Aside from the reduced generation charge, taxes and other charges were also lower at Php 0.033 per kWh. Meralco’s distribution, supply, and metering charges have remained unchanged for nearly a year now. 

For an average Filipino household consuming around 200 kWh every month, the new rates mean a reduction of around Php 25 in their June bill.

Meanwhile, typhoon season also brings floods to many areas in Metro Manila. We can avoid accidents at home by keeping in mind these safety reminders from Meralco:

·      Turn off the circuit breaker or main power switch when it’s starting to flood.

·      Unscrew the light bulbs and unplug appliances.

·      When cleaning your circuit breaker, fuse and main power switch, wear rubber gloves and rubber-soled shoes to prevent electrocution.

·      Always hire a licensed electrician to check the electrical wiring. Don’t do it on your own!

·      Bring in your flood-submerged appliances to a professional before turning them on or using them again.

For more Meralco safety tips or if you have any questions, just visit the website www.meralco.com.ph, or follow them on Twitter (@meralco) and Facebook (www.facebook.com/meralco). You may also call the Meralco 24-hour Call Center at 16211.