Falling In Love with INN Love the Series

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There are still so many beautiful boy’s love stories waiting to be told and shared and fortunately for us, one fine BL drama airing this merry month of May is INN LOVE. The Series.

Rodel J. Mercado directs. Script by MJ Diaz. First BL offering of Frontline Production Inc. and FLP Artist Management, INN LOVE The Series is a peek into an inclusive world where BL aficionados and the audiences will experience an authentic concept of love which will surely resonate to their emotions, eliciting delight kilig and good vibes and pulling the heart strings..

The latest BL romance presents the story of VJ Mendoza who plays Gino, a scriptwriter for an upcoming digital campaign who visits TK Resort for a much needed inspiration and summoning of his creative muses.

In the resort, he crosses path with Migo de Vera, who portrays Alex, a freelance model who is in it as well to to escape mend his broken heart. What happens to Gino and Alex, the paths they want to follow and are forced to follow and how from strangers to friends and to beingi n a a different kind of love, its blooming and blossoming are the highlights of this fresh BL series.

Mendoza on Gino: “He is a writer for an ad agency who finds himself having writers block so he decides to go to a resort so he can concentrate on writing,”

He adds:“Embracing him is easy because I believe that, everyone should be allowed to love anyone and everyone and not deal with the idea of suppressing it because of societal expectations and constraints. For me, love is such a powerful force that confinement is impossible. The only way through is by embracing it. I also believe that like gender, love is also a construct. So, there’s no right or wrong when it comes to choosing who and how you love.

“Alex is a tough looking guy who works as a freelance model who went to the resort to reflect, deal with a terrible break-up, and figure out what to do next,” De Vera talks about his role. “What I love about being him is is the manner he discovered the true meaning of self-love and acceptance.”

“For me, love is the most magical thing,” he carries on. “It always wins and if I have enough courage to trust love, then I will be able to trust life and receive my natural birthright of joy. Love has no timelines, expectations, or requirements. We should be able to love freely whoever we want.”

Introducing cast members are Niel Lariosa (Derrick, who is secretly attracted to Gino), Rey Correjado (Louise, TK Resort manager who admires Alex) and Anna Escobia (Leslie, Gino’s girl bestfriend).

Completing the cast are Pauline Almero (Kelly), Aaron Caringal (Nip), Daven Noveno (Cole), JC Legaspi (Drew), Micah Guevarra (Jesse) and Mitch Dayupat as Ms. Maya – Creative Director of Advertising Agency, boss of Gino.

In conclusion, Director Rodel Mercado declares: “We want our viewers to relish on the deliciousness of loving freely with no strings attached in contrast to self-torture brought by labeling one’s feelings as wrong or fearing of being judged. Each existing community is unique and perfect given all of its imperfections. Only when disallowance of other’s choices like having relationship with same sex begets a problem. Inn Love, The Series prays and wishes that aside from the BL drama supporters, the general public will have an open mind and heart or a curiosity to see beyond the external facade in order to discover the “being” behind it, the soul trying to express itself in hysical form.”

Media partners are Village Pipol Magazine and Mulat Media.

Pictorial Team are Creative Director: Rodel Mercado Photographer: Mark Rean Ramos Stylist: Joseph Palma Suit by: Jovan Dela Cruz Designer: Joseph Palma & Elsie Delos Reyes HMUA : Carl Siocon Studio: Village Pipol.

Inn Love The Series premiere is slated on MAY 29, 2021 8:00pm,and every Saturday night, at FLP YOUTUBE Channel and at MULAT Streaming Digital Media.

Cool weekend freebies up for grabs with the new Reno5 Series

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Make your summer extra cool with the latest Reno5 series and take home a T3 Pro Smartwatch worth Php3,999 for free

MANILA, PHILIPPINES, MAY 2021 - More reasons to be excited for the weekend, beyond the usual me-time at home with family, trying out new-found hobbies, or whatnot, as OPPO is offering more cool weekend freebies when you purchase of the Reno5 Series.

From Fridays to Sundays starting May 21 up until June 13, 2021 via selected OPPO Brand Stores, kiosks, exhibits and mall outlets, OPPO is giving away free T3 Pro Smartwatch worth Php3,999 for every OPPO Reno5 Series purchase until supplies last. Make your Summer even sweeter and family time even more fun with the latest gadget packed with exciting, creative features.

#PictureLifeTogether Safely this Summer

Spend your Summer weekends with much needed quality time with your family as you #PictureLifeTogether with your new OPPO Reno5 Series. Powered by ColorOS11.1 to make your life flow easier and smoother, OPPO Reno5 4G and Reno5 5G are also equipped with an industry-leading camera technology to capture all the bonding moments with your family and friends. Enjoy mealtimes with the Dual-View Video feature, and record both the fun and peaceful moments with the AI Highlight Video.

If you’re a family of gamers, then the Reno5 Series is here to level up your battles and bonding, as these smartphones pack a thousand punches to give you an optimum gaming experience. 

Starting with the hefty 8GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage which guarantees you a faster, smoother gameplay, Reno5 Series also has smarter gaming features helping users focus more on winning and fully immerse themselves in every adventure. 

Gamer Mode is a feature that lets you temporarily tune out interruptions so you can focus on beating your opponents; while Bullet Screen Message is a feature that provides in-game notification messaging that will be displayed as a burst on the screen letting you receive messages without leaving the game. Playing on Reno5 Series lets you go straight to the gaming page in just one tap with the feature called Gaming Shortcut Mode while the Adjustable Gaming Touch feature allows you to freely adjust fluidity and touch responsiveness to your liking. 

The family-friendly mobile gaming competition is now elevated thanks to Reno5 4G and Reno5 5G.

To learn more about the Reno5 Series and the Weekend Freebies promo, visit OPPO’s official website at www.oppo.com/ph or via the official Facebook page at OPPO Philippines.

Tea Talk’s Top 10 drinks perfect for family summer bonding!

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For the second time around, it is imperative for Filipinos to spend the sunny season staying in residences due to the pandemic. Instead of the usual beach and swimming escapade, we are confined in the four corners of our home. Most people have come up with ways to have fun and beat the summer heat—setting up an inflatable pool, locking up in an airconditioned room while watching movies, and of course, drinking ice-cold beverages.

It’s a fact we could all agree on: one of the best ways to quench the thirst in this scorching heat is to drink milk tea. Having two consecutive summer seasons in lockdown, you must have ordered your favorite milk tea drinks from your usual milk tea shops. But hey, it’s time to switch it up! And we got the next best milk tea shop for you to try!

Accentuating its special milk tea concoctions made from authentic ingredients, Tea Talk is one of the up-and-coming local milk tea shops you should check out. Avoid going stir-crazy this quarantine and spark bonding conversations with your family with Tea Talk’s summer coolers.

We listed down the top drinks from Tea Talk for every milk tea lover:

Taro Bubble Milk

For milk tea enthusiasts who love a mix of sweet and nutty flavors, Tea Talk’s Taro Bubble Milk is the one for you. Made with natural tea, creamy fresh milk, and sweet taro flavor, this drink will definitely give you the energy and fiber boost that you need.

Brown Sugar Boba Milk

If you are looking for an irresistible dessert-like beverage, give Tea Talk’s Brown Sugar Boba Milk a try. With fresh milk and brown sugar syrup as its main ingredients, you can expect a sweet caramel taste, a hint of arnibal, and a mouthwatering silky texture.

Sakura Red Velvet

If you have a sweet tooth, Tea Talk’s Sakura Red Velvet will give you a creamy velvety cheesecake goodness. Perfectly crafted Japanese-inspired milk tea, this drink is infused with real cherry extracts and mixed with creamy red velvet cheesecake and blushing pink tapioca pearls.

Matcha Milk

Looking for a refreshing and healthy drink that will satisfy your taste buds? Have Tea Talk’s Matcha Milk. Concocted with fresh milk, natural sweeteners, and matcha flavor, one sip of this drink will get you hooked.

Tea Talk Milk Tea

Undecided or no particular flavor preferred in mind? You could never go wrong with a cup of signature Tea Talk Milk Tea. Made with rich and creamy fresh milk and topped with tapioca pearls, this drink will give you a simple yet delicious taste to enjoy.

Oolong Milk Tea

Up for an unfamiliar and unique drink? Tea Talk’s Oolong Milk Tea offers a light and diverse flavor with a nutty aftertaste. It’s a natural and classic iced oolong tea with rich and creamy fresh milk topped with tapioca pearls.

Thai Milk Tea

For a classic, vanilla-like beverage, Tea Talk’s Thai Milk Tea is a go-to drink. Made in natural Thai tea flavor and milk, you will surely enjoy its silky texture and deliciously sweet and creamy taste.

Lemon Green Tea

How about a revitalizing and healthy fruit drink? Tea Talk’s Lemon Green Tea will give you a naturally sweetened and refreshing iced drink made with lemon juice splashed with green tea goodness. You can also have it in black tea flavor.

Passion Fruit Special

If you want a refreshing drink with tropical flavors, Tea Talk’s Passion Fruit Special is the drink for you. This beverage is a sparkling iced passion fruit tea drink oozing with natural health benefits, giving you a sweet and a hint of tangy taste.

Wintermelon Fruit Tea

Craving for a soothing yet invigorating drink? Tea Talk’s Wintermelon Fruit Tea is an ideal choice. An iced drink made with natural lemon juice and splashed with wintermelon tea flavors, this drink will give you the right amount of sweet and fruity flavor.

What are you waiting for? Have a Happy Tea and Happy Talk experience this summer with your family and quench your thirst with Tea Talk. Find the nearest branch in your area: https://www.teatalk.ph/our-stores/

Jollibee Group Foundation, Temasek Foundation team up to feed communities, frontliners affected by COVID-19

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Jollibee Group Foundation (JGF) has partnered with Singapore-based Temasek Foundation to augment the Jollibee Group FoodAID Program, which seeks to help feed healthcare workers and families affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.

 Jollibee Group Foundation and Singapore-based Temasek Foundation partner donated 105, 650 meals across five Philippine regions.

Temasek Foundation is a non-profit philanthropic organization that supports programs that uplift lives and communities in Singapore and beyond. The Foundation aims to strengthen social resilience, foster international exchange and regional capabilities, advance science, and protect the planet.

Through the support provided by Temasek Foundation, JGF and its partners were able to distribute 105,650 meals across Metro Manila, Bulacan, Cavite, Laguna, and Rizal from September to December 2020. Of these, 99,400 meals were served to communities, while the remaining 6,250 meals were served to healthcare workers from 20 public hospitals.

The FoodAID Program was implemented through three initiatives, all of which were supported by the Temasek Foundation.

First is the distribution of ready-to-cook food packs that were directly delivered to communities through JGF’s local partner organizations. JGF leveraged on Jollibee Group’s expertise in meal preparation and product development of specially designed food packs—Chicken Guisado and Beef Meatballs—that allow more people to be provided with nutritious, delicious meals at a lower cost.

Second is Project Karinderya—a program that helps feed families while facilitating livelihood development of karinderya (local food stores) operators. Through the support from Temasek Foundation, JGF partnered with Kasagana-Ka Development Center (KDCI) and Kabuhayan sa Ganap na Kasarinlan Credit and Savings Cooperative (K-Coop) to re-establish 30 karinderyas that served 200 families with daily meals for 30 days. JGF also provided training for karinderya owners and health cadets on food preparation, food safety, and customer service to further build their capacities and help them become self-sufficient even after the project duration.

A health cadet trained through Project Karinderya helps ensure that karinderya operators observe standards on food preparation, food safety, and customer service in Quezon City. Project Karinderya is a two-in-one program that helps both karinderya owners whose operations were disrupted by the COVID-19 pandemic and families in urban poor communities through meal subsidies.

Third is the distribution of ready-to-eat meals to healthcare workers who are working at hospitals in Metro Manila with the highest incidences of COVID-19.

The Jollibee Group FoodAID Program distributed meals to healthcare workers on the frontlines of the battle against the COVID-19 pandemic.

“COVID-19 is a global long-term public health crisis, undermining not just our physical and mental health but also our economy and livelihoods. Viruses do not respect borders and it is only when we band together as one will we be able to defeat this global enemy. We are happy to work with Jollibee Group Foundation in the Philippines to provide more than 105,000 meals and other support where they are most needed. The smiles and resolve of the beneficiaries to soldier on and pull through together is an indication that we are on the right track,” said Mr. Benedict Cheong, Chief Executive of Temasek Foundation International.

“There exists a need for sustained collaborative efforts that can effectively promote access to food among communities by the pandemic and recent disasters. We thank the Temasek Foundation for their trust in the Jollibee Group and their belief in the objectives of the FoodAID Program. Truly, crises such as this pandemic have the power to band like-minded people and groups together,” said Jollibee Group Foundation Executive Director Gisela Tiongson.

Together with partners and donors, Jollibee Group FoodAID Program has mobilized Php300 million (USD 6.2 million)-worth of food assistance or 4.7 million meals for families and frontliners from March to December 2020.

As the social development arm of Jollibee Group, JGF implements programs on agriculture, education, and disaster response with partner communities nationwide.

Made possible through philanthropic endowments gifted by Singapore’s Temasek, Temasek Foundation’s programs strive towards achieving positive outcomes for individuals and communities now, and for generations to come.

Cebuana Lhuillier International Payout Cash Panalo Promo concludes with senior citizen taking home PHP1M grand prize

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Cebuana Lhuillier International Payout Cash Panalo winner Rosita Guerrero Nisperos recently received her winnings from Cebuana Lhuillier La Union Area Head Alan Paul Ramirez (left) and Deputy Area Head Jade Eulalio (rightmost). Joining her is husband Vuenabentura Nisperos.

A former asin vendor who used to peddle her wares along the streets of San Fernando, La Union emerged as the lucky winner of Cebuana Lhuillier’ year-long International Payout Cash Panalo Promo. Rosita Guerrero Nisperos, 62 years old, emerged victorious out of millions of entries to take home the One Million Pesos grand prize tax-free.

Cebuana Lhuillier International Payout Cash Panalo, which ran from March to December 2020 in all 2,500 Cebuana Lhuillier branches nationwide, is the company’s way of showing its appreciation to the millions of OFWs working hard across the globe, by providing accessible financial services to their beloved families back in the Philippines.

“OFWs have always served as the unsung heroes of our local economy, and have always served as the strength and backbone for many of their families here in our country. At Cebuana Lhuillier, we are happy to serve as a partner in ensuring that the fruits of their hard work and labor, their hard-earned money, will be received quickly, safely, and efficiently by their families in the Philippines, no matter where they may be,” Cebuana Lhuillier president & CEO Jean Henri Lhuillier said.

Nisperos, a long-time Ka-Cebuana, regularly transacts at the Cebuana Lhuillier La Union 2 branch to receive remittances from a daughter who is currently an Overseas Filipino Worker (OFW) in Saudi Arabia. Part of the remittance would go to Nisperos and her 65-year-old husband’s daily needs, including maintenance meds to treat her asthma, while the rest would be handed over to her daughter’s family.

For a long time, both husband and wife worked various jobs in order to place food on the table and to raise their four children, two of which now work abroad. Rosita would peddle asin, plying the streets of San Fernando, while her husband used to work part-time in construction sites and neighboring farms. Following the outbreak of COVID-19, both had no choice but to stay indoors and rely on the remittance sent by their children from abroad for their living expenses.

A longtime client of Cebuana Lhuillier, Nisperos relied on her trusted branch for all her financial needs. Since she is the only one in her family who had a valid ID, she would visit the branch once a month, sometimes even more, usually to get remittances intended for various family members and even in-laws, “More than ten years na ako kliyente ng Cebuana Lhuillier dito sa San Fernando. Mabilis ang serbisyo at mababait ang mga guards at empleyado. Inuuna din nila ang mga senior citizens. Kaya mas gusto kong dito nagpupunta,” Nisperos remarked. Her frequent visits to the branch earned her multiple raffle tickets which qualified her to the then-ongoing Cash Panalo promo for international remittance. One of the raffle tickets for a remittance worth P15,000 served as her lucky break in clinching the One Million Pesos grand prize.

Nisperos enthused that her winnings is about to change her life and that of her family’s. First on her list is to fix their small home and then start her dream business, a store which she will manage with her kids. During the awarding of the cash prize, Nisperos was in tears as she relates her plans post-win, “Sobrang hirap na hirap po kami sa buhay. Madami po kaming pagsubok na pinagdaanan at nagsumikap po kami para lang makaraos sa araw-araw. Ngayon po, sa tulong ng Cebuana Lhuillier, mababago ko na po ang buhay naming mag-asawa pati na din po ng aming mga anak. Maraming, maraming salamat po, hindi ko ito makakalimutan.”

On top of fixing their home and starting a business, Nisperos made it a point to still save for a rainy day. She also made sure to deposit a small part of her winnings to her Cebuana Lhuillier micro savings account, which will come handy as she begins life anew.

Meanwhile, to further heat up summer, Cebuana Lhuillier recently launched, “Winner TECHs All,” an electronic raffle promo open to all clients who will claim their international remittance sent through partners abroad in any of Cebuana Lhuillier’s 2,500 branches nationwide. With as much as One Million Pesos to be given away in prizes, at stake for the monthly raffle include 40 smart phones and 40 tablets; as well as 40 e-Scooters, plus PHP5,000 cash each for the final monthly raffle.

For more information, head to www.cebuanalhuillier.com or visit the Cebuana Lhuillier page on Facebook. Promo runs until June 30, 2021.