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.

GROHE opens showroom in Makati City

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GROHE unveiled its second showroom in the country at Desigño Atelier, 5F Wilcon IT Hub along Pasong Tamo, Makati City through an event entitled Masterworks.

The GROHE SPA showroom presents GROHE’s stylish design universes for bathrooms and kitchens. The relaxed atmosphere of the showroom encourages visitors not only to obtain information on the global brand’s premium offerings but also to touch and test the faucets and actually experience products in real use.

As you enter the space, you will be able to get a glimpse of GROHE’s glorious history spanning 80 years. Represented in the timeline on the wall are corporate milestones and the GROHE global network of six production plants and presence in 130 countries. 

Aquazones

The showroom is divided into five zones called Aquazones. Aquazones follow the concept of the thousand year-old Japanese bathing culture in which each step of the bathing experience has a dedicated zone. These perfectly designed zones take on different roles and allow the consumer to fully indulge in each ritual, while already looking forward to the next one. GROHE offers technologies in each of the five zones, allowing consumers to enjoy their personal spa time even more. 

The first zone is the Contemplation Zone where you can experience comfort and hygiene from GROHE toilets. 

Next is the Preparation Zone – from washing your face, brushing your teeth, applying makeup or even shaving, the Basin Area is central to the daily cleansing routine.

Third is the Rejuvenation Zone where you can combine one or two head showers, a hand shower, a bank of body showers to experience the utmost showering pleasure limited only by your imagination. 

Fourth is the Relaxation Zone, which features a Free Standing Bath Tub from Jaxson, the creator of luxury bath tubs and also one of the brands owned by LIXIL WATER TECHNOLOGY. Paired with an elegant GROHE Free Standing Tub Filler, you can enjoy a lingering soak at the end of the day.

Last is the Recreation Zone, which is for quiet reflection – to sip tea, enjoy a glass of water or read a book. Featured here is the GROHE BLUE, which delivers filtered, chilled and sparkling water, straight from the faucet. 

Tailor-made Showering

The showroom also features an area that celebrates uniqueness and variety by letting you design your shower according to your own vision of rest, relaxation, regeneration, personal care, design and comfort. 

Using GROHE side showers and steam modules you can create your own footh bath. The strategic placement of side showers delivers water pressure that aid in the stimulation of deeper layers of muscles and tissues in the feet and legs to enhance function, generate healing, decrease muscle reflex activity, as well as promote relaxation and relief.

With the GROHE Aquacloud, you can use side showers and light modules to create a horizontal shower, which delivers pampering rain-like water drops while you comfortably rest on a massage bed. 

Finally, you can use strategically placed shower heads and side showers to release pressure on key stress points like the neck and shoulders for muscle relief and nerve stimulation.

Design Inspirations

GROHE has an award-winning in-house design team led by Paul Flowers. The team is guided by the GROHE design philosophy and signature elements to ensure that products don’t just look good but feel good, too. In the showroom, you will see bathroom designs using three of the GROHE SPA luxury bathroom fittings.

They are the GROHE Grandera Collection which blends square and circular elements into one harmonious shape. Its smooth geometric lines and classic simplicity are created to combine effortlessly with a wide range of bathroom furnishings. 

Next is the GROHE Ondus Collection which offers a dramatic spout that flows out from cylindrical bases. The design is like a crest of a wave and looks ergonomic. 

Third is the GROHE Allure Brilliant Collection that is designed around geometric shapes and crisp contours. This collection features a gem-like faceted body with a cut-away detail, to accentuate the flow of water.

Come and Visit

If you are searching for better ways to enhance your bathroom experience, come and visit the GROHE SPA showroom soon. Get the chance to personally experience the GROHE Live Water where you will be able to see and feel how the GROHE basin mixers, hand showers and head showers work. You may also book an appointment to enjoy a luxurious bath with the GROHE Spa Experience. It features a functional bathroom that allows you to personally experience GROHE Spa products.

Last June 15, 2016, Masterworks featured a 12-minute symphony of live water technology and the arts highlighting GROHE as Masters of Technology, the Philippine Ballet Theater as Masters of Dance, The Manila String Machine as Masters of Music, Jackie Manzano as Master of Oil, and Broadway star Lea Salonga as Master of Song.

Lea Salonga and Tessa Prieto Valdes