Responsible Traveling and Palawan’s Pearl Farming Industry up next on AirAsia RedTalks with Daphne

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Aerial view of an island in Taytay, Palawan, one of the country’s pearl farming sites.

(Image by Marc Josse)

As AirAsia continues to promote #HowIFly campaign, the world’s best low cost carrier recently visited a pearl farm in Palawan for the upcoming new episode of AirAsia RedTalks with Daphne.

AirAsia launched the #HowIFly campaign, a social media advocacy that encourages and educates everyone on how to be responsible travelers as they discover new destinations. 

Palawan known as “The Last Frontier”, is a familiar travel destination as it is home to rich rainforests, scenic diving sites, primeval caves and beautiful beaches. Unknown to many, Palawan also hosts one of the largest areas of pearl farming – a unique industry in the country. This makes a necessity for the local community to be a prime mover of sustainability to balance conservation and progress. One of the key players in pearl farming in Palawan is Jewelmer, a leading jewelry company that takes sustainability at the heart of its operations.

Learn more about the beauty of pearl farming, the role of the business community on environmental protection and the AirAsia’s #HowIFly campaign at the next episode of AirAsia’s “Red Talks with Daphne”, hosted by award-winning TV host and producer, Daphne Oseña-Paez. 

Entitled Destination: Harmony, it will talk about pearl production, and delves into the ongoing campaign to protect Palawan’s marine biodiversity through responsible eco-tourism and the AirAsia’s continued advocacy in educating people to be responsible travelers. 

Red Talks with Daphne’s 5th episode will be available on AirAsia Philippines’ Facebook page at www.facebook.com/airasiaph on May 20, 2017. 

AirAsia, voted the world's best low cost carrier for eight consecutive years by Skytrax, produced a 6-part web series featuring some of Asia’s best-kept attractions, rich cultural heritage, and inside stories about people and the airline that broke travel norms and made flying possible for everyone across Asia and beyond. 

AirAsia “Red Talks with Daphne” was also made possible by AirAsia BIG Loyalty Program. AirAsia’s award-winning loyalty programme, AirAsia BIG Loyalty allows members to earn AirAsia BIG Points to redeem free AirAsia flights, hotel stays and more. With over 100 partners worldwide, there are plenty of ways to earn points. And every month during the member-exclusive Final Call Sale, flights can be redeemed from only 500 BIG Points!

Converge ICT launches FiberX, iBIZ, Converge Enterprise and FiberXtremec, looks at further expansion

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A complete ICT solutions provider in the Philippines, Converge ICT Solutions, Inc., elevates Internet experience with the launch of FiberX, iBIZ, Converge Enterprise and FiberXtreme.

Converge ICT Solutions, Inc., also announced further expansion plans and continued strengthening of its fiber optic network. At present, Converge already laid out more than 6,000 kilometers of its fiber optic reach and is still growing. It is already servicing clients from as far north as Baguio and further down south to Batangas. 

In Metro Manila, Converge’s pure fiber optic offering has already covered cities such as Valenzuela and Las Piñas and Muntinlupa cities down south of the metropolis. It plans to further expand its reach by putting up networks in Nasugbu, Batangas and even far north such as San Fernando in La Union.

Converge ICT Solutions, Inc. President and Chief Executive Officer Dennis Anthony Uy, said during the media launch, that eventually, fiber broadband offerings will soon be enjoyed nationwide.

The perennial problem of Filipinos in dealing with slow Internet connection will now be a thing of the past, thanks to Converge ICT Solutions, Inc.’s offerings that bring fast, affordable, reliable, and “best-of-breed” pure fiber-optic connectivity to power the Internet usage of home, micro, small-, medium- and large-scale enterprise users.

“With Converge fiber broadband products, whether you are at home or at the office or your place of business, your Internet experience will surely be made better. And the best part of it is that it costs the same as your DSL connection, but made faster,” Uy explains further.

But the best part is that there is “NO DATA CAP” in Internet access unlike those offered by other service providers where there’s a limit to data allowance.

“We thought that what’s the use of having fast Internet connection if there is a limit to data access? With FiberX, there is no more ‘data cap’ to Internet usage. We feel we will just be short-changing our customers if we put a limit to their Internet usage,” says Jesus Romero, Chief Operating Officer of Converge ICT Solutions, Inc.

Aside from bringing faster Internet to Filipinos, Romero said they will limit the existing difficulties customers experience when applying for an Internet connection. 

“Part of the experience is to make sure that customers will not wait long to get connected. We have made the application process simple, easy and fast. No more hassles, no more waiting,” Romero adds.

Initially, FiberX is offered in three different plan types for a variety of home users depending on their Internet usage. FiberX 1500 comes with a burstable speed of up to 25Mbps, FiberX2500 at up to 50Mbps while FiberX 3500 offers connectivity of up to 100Mbps. With pure end-to-end fiber technology that’s light years better than traditional Digital Subscriber Line (DSL), FiberX will surely enhance everyone’s online experience with better speed, larger bandwidth and consistent performance for either work or play. But for those who want even faster connectivity, there’s FiberXtreme that comes in burstable speeds of 300Mbps and 500Mbps and priced competitively at P4,500 and P7,000, respectively.

For SMEs, Converge ICT Solutions, Inc. offers its iBIZ pure Fiber plan that allows businesses to operate faster and more efficient, with an Internet connection that has less interruptions and totally reliable. Each iBIZ plan comes with free Webmail, free Web hosting and free Public IP. 

And for larger enterprises, Converge ICT Solutions, Inc. offers “Converge Enterprise” that comes with scalable Internet connection of up to 1Gbps, an IP MPLS (Multiprotocol Label Switching), Disaster Recovery, Managed Data Center Services, and other benefits for more efficient business operations. 

For more details about Converge ICT Solutions, Inc. call (02) 667-0888 or visit  www.convergeict.com.

Three In One : A Concert Like No Other with Hajji Alejandro, Rico J. Puno and K Brosas

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What happens when the orihinal Kilabot ng Kolehiyala Hajji Alejandro, the ultimate Macho Guapito Rico J. Puno and the comely chanteuse K Brosas bond together on stage?

Expect world class entertainment, the best of original Filipino music and laugh out loud moments and more as they collectively share the spotlight in Three in One, a concert like no other slated on June 3, 2017 (Saturday), happening at the Theatre, Solaire Hotel and Casino. 

This triumvirate of seasoned performers is without a doubt, a concert casting coup!

Hajji Alejandro's musical career begun with the group Circus Band. There, his foremost training in performance and love for music blossomed and bloomed. 

Alejandro, also holds the distinction of being the first winner of the Metro Manila Popular Music Festival as the interpreter of Ryan Cayabyab's Kay Ganda ng Ating Musika.

With his matinee idol looks and distinctive vocal pipes, some of his greatest hits include Nakapagtataka, Panakip Butas, Tag Ulan, Tag Araw, May Minamahal at Ang Lahat Ng Ito'y Para Sa Iyo. 

A husky voice, suave and all out Pinoy macho, this is how audiences love Rico J. Puno.

Puno's humble beginnings, as performer at folk houses and small clubs. This experience in his wonder years plus his natural charisma was noticed by the executive producers from Vicor Records.

Considered as pioneer-promoter of original Filipino music, his iconic song recordings include Kapalaran, May Bukas Pa, Lupa, Magkasuyo Buong Gabi, Ang Tao'y Marupok and Macho Guapito. 

Some interesting trivia, Puno won the Aliw Award for Most Promising Entertainer in 1976. . Two years later, he became Aliw's Entertainer of the Year. His Rico in Concert show at the Cultural Center of the Philippines launched him as one of the foremost Philippine pop stars.

K Brosas is an actress, comedienne, singer and television host. Prior to her stint as a regular judge in the Tawag Tanghalan segment of It's Showtime, she was part of Gladys and The Boxers and K and The Boxers. 

People who loved Philippine musical theater remember her when she wore the stilletos and powerful femine character of Zsa Zsa Zaturnah. 

She also became a co-host in the game show Pilipinas Win na Win and had given life to wonderful characters on television and motion pictures. 

K is a power belter, comely and a little naughty on stage and puts her heart and soul in every performance.

This trio con brio of Hajji Alejandro, Rico J. Puno and K Brosas will surely be concert experience like no other. Let them entertain and show you how to have a good time in Three In One.

For tickets, please call Ticketsworld at 891-9999

Get 501® pesos off on Levi’s® iconic 501® jeans on May 20

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In celebration of the 144th birthday of Levi’s®, the world’s original jean, the timeless brand is offering a special gift on May 20: P501 off and a limited edition 501® patch for every purchase of its iconic 501® jean. This nationwide promo will include purchases from Zalora and Lazada.

Levi’s® 501® jean, named by TIME Magazine in 2000 as the “fashion item of the 20th century,” has redefined the fashion sense of men and women since it was first released. The classic 501®, however, continues to be fresh and relevant, even as it maintains its vintage look and vibe.

This year, Levi’s® welcomed the newest addition to its 501® family—the 501® Skinny, a skinny jean with that coveted vintage look. The brand earlier introduced the 501® Stretch, the first time the iconic denim was offered in stretch while maintaining its original properties.

As part of the 501® jean’s 144th anniversary, Levi’s® is likewise releasing a 2017 limited edition collection for its 501® Day celebration on May 20. This will include limited edition 501® jean and shorts. The collection will also feature hand-distressed denim, scribbled embroidery, and vintage customizations.

From artists to activists, and from actors to heads of state, the iconic Levi’s® 501® jean has been an important piece in the wardrobe of people who shaped history through the years.

Don’t miss the chance to get the most coveted Levi’s® 501® jeans with a P501 discount on May 20. 

For more information on the 501® Day celebration, head to Levi’s® stores or visit http://global.levi.com 

Health Talks with MediCard: What happens after eating a healthy breakfast

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We often hear that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. However, do you know what happens to your body after eating a healthy breakfast? Aside from improving your overall heath, eating a healthy morning meal helps you to focus, to make smart decisions and satisfies your appetite to help you avoid overeating later in the day. 

“The literal meaning of breakfast is really breaking the fasting period of the night before. The span of time between your dinner and your next meal is long, perhaps 7 to 8 hours. That’s why it’s important to eat breakfast within 2 hours of waking up. In addition to starvation and low-energy levels, skipping breakfast can also make you binge and snack excessively later in the day, which can lead to other serious health problems like obesity, ” said Dr. Nicky Montoya, president and CEO of MediCard. 

Here are more reasons why you shouldn’t skip breakfast:

• It improves memory and concentration. Eating a healthy breakfast boosts your memory and concentration, especially at work and at school. According to research, eating breakfast leads to better cognitive performance, helping you concentrate more. It also restores glucose levels. Glucose is an important carbohydrate that is needed for the brain to function properly. “A healthy breakfast helps you have better coordination and problem-solving skills,” says Dr. Montoya.

• It keeps you energized. Breakfast is the perfect time to fuel your body with vitamins and nutrients to keep you energized through the day. Keeping your energy levels high will help you accomplish all your responsibilities efficiently and eating a nutritious breakfast is essential for this. Try having eggs, yogurt, cereal or fruits in the morning.

• It helps lower cholesterol levels. Studies show that people who skip breakfast are more likely to have worse cholesterol levels and insulin sensitivity than breakfast eaters. This is because eating nutritious foods for breakfast helps you eat smaller meals and avoid fatty food throughout the day.

• It boosts metabolism and controls weight. While you sleep, your metabolism slows down and burns less calories. A great way to kick start your metabolism is by having a healthy breakfast to allow your body to start burning calories as soon as you start your day. In addition to faster metabolism, eating breakfast also helps you control your weight. When you consume high-protein meals during breakfast, you will feel fuller, hence, avoiding overeating later in the day. Just make sure that your breakfast is loaded with nutrients and not with fat and empty calories. 

• It puts you in a positive mood. Sleeping for 8 hours or so usually mean that you’re starving when you wake up. Starvation can really put you in a bad mood. That can be easily dealt with by eating a healthy breakfast. Dr. Montoya recommends having mood-boosting food for breakfast like berries (e.g. blueberries or strawberries), whole wheat pancakes and a banana smoothie with nuts and flaxseed.

For more nutrition advice, make an appointment with your doctor or nutritionist. 

MediCard has numerous free-standing clinics located in key cities nationwide that offer consultations. Visit a MediCard clinic near you or check out their website at www.medicardphils.com for more information. 

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