Benilde emerges as Grand Champion in vivo 3 on 3 Basketball Challenge

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De La Salle - College of Saint Benilde (DLS-CSB) claimed victory as the Grand Champion in the thrilling vivo 3 on 3 Basketball Challenge Grand Finals held on November 18 and 19, 2023, at the Music Hall, SM Mall of Asia.

Twelve formidable teams from six universities, namely Lyceum of the Philippines University (LPU), University of the Philippines Diliman, Jose Rizal University (JRU), National University, DLS-CSB, and De La Salle University, fiercely competed for the coveted title in this adrenaline-packed event.

DLS-CSB dominance in Final Round

In a final showdown, two powerhouse teams from DLS-CSB - Benilde B1 and Benilde B2 - battled for supremacy.

Benilde B2 emerged victorious with a decisive score of 21-14, securing their place as the Grand Champions with over two minutes remaining on the clock. Benilde B1 claimed the first runner-up position.

The second and third runner-up spots went to LPU Team B and JRU Team Considerate, showcasing the intense competition among the top-tier teams.

Allen Bryan Siwag, a 22-year-old BSBA Export Management student at DLS-CSB and a key member of the Grand Champion team, emphasized the profound impact of the tournament on youth, stating, "Sobrang laki ng impact nito para sa mga kabataan kasi nabibigyan kami ng chance na ma-showcase yung talent namin."

Siwag expressed gratitude, saying, "Unang una, gusto kong magpasalamat kay God sa blessings na binigay niya, sa CSB community, at sa buong vivo team na nag umpisa ng liga nito kasi sobrang dami naming natutunan. Sana marami pang sumunod na ganitong liga."

The 4-member Grand Champion was honored with a trophy, medals, and cutting-edge vivo V29e 5G for their exceptional performance. Meanwhile, the runners up received medals and vivo phones, such as Y27, Y17s, and Y02t.

Heartwarming act of kindness

First runner-up Benilde B1 demonstrated a heartwarming act of kindness. Ralph Vincent Baliquig, a 20-year-old Bachelor of Science Hotel, Restaurant, and Institution Management (BS HRIM) student, shared that their victory was a gift for their teammate, Irele Galas. "Pinlano talaga namin to, nag work talaga kami kasi yung teammate namin, para sa kanya to. Wala siyang phone. Binigay namin sa kanya lahat," he said.

Galas, a 21-year-old Tourism Management student, expressed gratitude for the gesture and praised the vivo Y27 he received, saying, "Ang ganda po ng bagong phone. Ang ganda ng camera niya."

Inspiring messages to fellow youth

The basketball players shared inspiring messages with their fellow youth. Siwag encouraged aspiring basketball players, stating, "Sa mga kabataan na nangangarap na maging basketball player, ituloy niyo lang ang pangarap ninyo. Wala namang hahadlang sa inyo."

Baliquig added, "Sa mga kabataan na katulad ko, huwag lang kayong huminto sa mga pangarap ninyo. Ituloy ninyo lang ang trabaho. Mag workout kayo palagi. Iwas din kayo sa bisyo."

As the official partner of the National Basketball Association (NBA), the vivo 3 on 3 Basketball Challenge represents a dedicated initiative aimed at fostering growth and enthusiasm for the sport within the country, with a particular focus on engaging and inspiring the youth.

The Grand Finals not only showcased exceptional basketball skills but also highlighted the spirit of sportsmanship and camaraderie among the participating universities.

If you missed the vivo 3 on 3 Basketball Challenge Grand Finals, you can watch the livestream video at https://www.facebook.com/vivo.philippines/videos/1003511567543025.

For the latest news and updates, follow vivo Philippines on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, X, TikTok and its official website.

TPB named Most Improved GOCC in Governance Awards

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The Tourism Promotions Board (TPB) Philippines was recognized as one of the Most Improved Government-Owned and Controlled Corporations (GOCCs) during the inaugural Governance Awards Ceremony hosted by the Governance Commission for GOCCs (GCG) held at the PICC Complex yesterday, November 20.

At the Governance Awards in PICC Complex. TPB COO Maria Margarita Montemayor Nograles received the award for the Most Improved Government-Owned and Controlled Corporation (GOCC).

The GCG lauded TPB’s significant strides in its corporate performance; registering a validated performance scorecard rating of 94.90% for 2022 which covers key performance indicators in its marketing operations, customer service, finance management, internal process, learning and growth, and stakeholder relations.

TPB Chief Operating Officer Maria Margarita Montemayor Nograles expressed her gratitude upon receiving the accolade, “This award signifies a monumental milestone in our journey, a testament to the steadfast commitment of TPB to delivering exceptional service and elevating its operations and services in heralding the Filipino brand of service.”

The recognition underscores TPB’s dedication to transparency, efficiency and continuous enhancement in its operations. Aside from this award, the TPB has earned multiple recognitions including Best NTO Award at the TTG Travel Awards, National Tourism Initiative of the Year for PHITEX 2022 at the 2023 GOV Media Awards, and named Sustainability Leader of the Year for the second year in a row by Tripzilla.

The Tourism Promotions Board (TPB) Philippines was recognized as one of the Most Improved Government-Owned and Controlled Corporations (GOCCs) by the Governance Commission for GOCCs (GCG) at the Governance Awards Ceremony at the PICC Complex.

The award comes on the heels of record-breaking sales for several trade fairs in the Philippines and abroad, the release of the Travel Philippines app, and mounting, supporting or participating in over 200 events, tours, programs and business missions locally and internationally.

The GCG is the central advisory, oversight and monitoring agency of all government owned and controlled corporations in the Philippines under Republic Act 10149 otherwise known as the GOCC Governance Act of 2011. This is the very first Governance Awards Ceremony, which aimed to recognize exemplary practices and outstanding performance rating among GOCCs.

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About the Tourism Promotions Board Philippines

The Tourism Promotions Board (TPB) Philippines is the marketing and promotions arm of the Department of Tourism, whose mandate is to promote the Philippines, domestically and internationally, as a leisure, MICE and investment destination. The agency fulfills its mandate through organizing, participating or supporting tourism consumer or trade events; expanding media partnerships and advertising; continuing content development and distribution programs; creating thematic and strategic consumer activations domestically and abroad; facilitating familiarization tours for buyers, location scouts, and diplomatic corps members; and engaging its TPB membership program.

It’s Christmas at Robinsons Department Store: Shop the perfect gift for you and your loved ones

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Treat yourself and your loved ones with the right gift from its Holiday Collection

The holidays are all about treating our loved ones and ourselves. As Christmas nears, many have started ticking off items on their gift shopping lists, making sure that they find the perfect presents. These can range from stylish clothing and shoes to useful home items.

In the spirit of bringing joy to all, Robinsons Department Store opened its doors for holiday shopping with its Holiday Collection. It offers a diverse range of products for thoughtful gifting and personal indulgence. You can enjoy exclusive promos at all Robinsons Department Store branches nationwide, as well as its online marketplaces in GoCart, LazMall, and Shopee.

The promo includes up to 70% off on select items and 0% interest when you shop using any major credit card. You also have a chance to earn a raffle entry for a chance to win flight tickets to select international and domestic destinations, or win P5,000 GoRewards points when they spend a minimum of P3,500.

If you’re drawing a blank on what to give to your loved ones or get yourself for Christmas, here are some ideas from Robinsons Department Store’s Holiday Collection:

Dress to impress

From Christmas parties to hallmark holidays throughout the year, it’s important to have a nice outfit on hand. Robinsons Department Store’s Holiday Collection has pieces for ladies, men, and kids they can rock on any occasion.

The ladies line has a wide selection of dresses and tops for every style preference. If you’re looking for a printed ensemble, you can cop the deep blue Stella Jacquard Top (P849) and Skirt (P949) set paired with the elegant Stella Accessories Mini Handbag (P499). For a more elegant piece, you can opt for the Stella Silk Sleeveless Dress with Drape (P1,300). Accessorize it with a pair of Stella Accessories Dangling Earrings (P299) and Kimbel Silver Clutch (P899.75).

For the men, there’s also a diverse range of formal suits, like the Executive Formal Suit (P2,399) and Formal Slacks (P1,199) with the Executive Printed Woven Polo Short Sleeves Shirt (P549). There are also more casual-looking suit options, the Executive Extra Fine Cotton Long Sleeves Shirt (P899), Executive Formal Slacks (P1,199), and Gallardo Casual Shoes Izak (P999).

Of course, we want our kids to look and feel their best as well. Let your girls feel like a real-life Barbie with the baby pink Barbie Halter Dress (P2,499) and Bella Two-Strap Format Sandals (P699). Make your boys feel sleek with outfits like the Hammerhead Long Sleeves (P625.75), Hammerhead Vest (P359.75), Byloz Pants (P1,299.75), and Air Balance Rubber Shoes (P1,699).

Take beauty to the next level

Feel confident on any occasion, and stock up on makeup and skincare products from Robinsons Department Store. Sport beautiful red lips at Christmas parties with Revlon Colorstay Overtime (P625) and Maybelline Super Stay (P399). Give your skin some love with skincare picks like the 3HA Clear Soothing Mist (P599) Y.O.U Acneplus AHA BHA PHA Daily Essence (P439).

If you’re looking for the perfect everyday scent, shop premium picks, like Valentino’s Born in Roma Donna Coral Fantasy Women (P10,500) and Calvin Klein Eternity for Men Eau de Toilette (P5,698).

Fun travels with the right stuff

If you and your loved ones are planning a trip soon, Robinsons Department Store has you covered with travel essentials. For suitcases, the durable TUNKR Hardcase 8-wheels (P5,500 for Medium, P5,000 for Small) can keep your clothing and other valuables safe. Other essentials include the Stella Essentials Studded Tumbler (P349) to keep you hydrated and the Workshop Packable Parkas (P449) to keep you dry if it rains.

Chef in practice

Cook up your favorite meals and give your loved ones new cookware with Robinsons Department Store’s line of kitchen items. Get a skillet set from General Store (P2,049) for every kind of dish. You can also make cooking quicker and easier with a Russel Hobbs Airfryer (P9,995).

Add a holiday touch to your Christmas spread with the Martha Stewart 16pcs Dinner Set in Ralston Blue (P1,099.75), Printed Mugs (P169) for your hot cocoa, and the Gibson Cookie Jar (P899) in the shape of Santa’s head to store your sweet bites.

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With Robinsons Department Store’s Holiday Collection, you can ensure that you and your loved ones will have a joyful Christmas with its diverse range of products. Don’t miss out on this collection’s promos to get the best deal.

Browse the Holiday Collection’s e-catalogue for the full “Fantastical Christmas” collection here. For more information, check the official Robonson’s Department Store social media platforms, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok.

International Hit Show “The Simon And Garfunkel Story” Heading To Manila

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Following SOLD-OUT performances in London’s West End, a Worldwide tour and standing ovations at every performance, The Simon & Garfunkel Story continues to stun audiences across the globe, making it a must-see international sensation. This show is currently the biggest and the most successful theatre show celebrating the lives and career of Folk/Rock sensation Simon and Garfunkel. 

Featuring a cast of talented West End actor-musicians, their performance will take audiences back through the Groovy times of the 1960s. It tells the story of both Paul Simon and Art Garfunkel from their humble beginnings as Rock n Roll duo 'Tom and Jerry', right through to their massive success and dramatic break-up, and finishing with a stunning recreation of the 1981 Central Park reformation concert.

Using a huge projection screen, the show features 1960’s photos and film footage whilst a full live band performs all their hits including Mrs Robinson, Cecilia, Bridge Over Troubled Water, Homeward Bound, Sound of Silence, and many more!

With every performance, from Sydney to Seattle leading to a standing ovation, this is an evening not to be missed!

The Simon & Garfunkel Story will perform at The Theatre at Solaire, Paranaque City, Metro Manila on Saturday 2^nd March 2024. 8pm

“FOR ONCE, YOU CAN REALLY BELIEVE THE HYPE” - British Theatre Guide 

“AS CLOSE TO THE REAL THING AS IT’S POSSIBLE TO GET” - The Daily Express 

“A NOSTALGIA FEST” - Mail On Sunday

“AMAZING” - Elaine Paige, BBC Radio 2 

“AUTHENTIC AND EXCITING” - The Stage

“A REAL TREAT” - The Metro

“SPINE TINGLING HARMONIES” - The Daily Record

 

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ABOUT THE SIMON & GARFUNKEL STORY:

Presented by Concert Republic, The Simon & Garfunkel Story will perform at The Theatre at Solaire, Paranaque City, Metro Manila on Saturday 2^nd March 2024, 8pm.

Ticket sales for The Simon & Garfunkel Story are available from all Ticket World outlets and Online

Saturday 2^nd March 2024, The Theatre at Solaire, Paranaque City, Metro Manila

Ticket prices;

PLATINUM - Reserved Seating – 6,350 Peso

SVIP - Reserved Seating – 5,350 Peso

VIP - Reserved Seating – 4,350 Peso

GOLD - Reserved Seating – 3,350 Peso

SILVER - Reserved Seating – 2,350 Peso

BRONZE - Reserved Seating – 1,350 Peso

* Exclusive of ticket service charge

Tickets are available via Ticketworld outlets or book online.

Ticketworld Hotline numbers

Mobile Phone Globe: 0917-550-6997

Smart Mobile Phone: 0999-954-5922

Download The Simon & Garfunkel Story hi-res image here

For more information:

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Sweet & Savory Treats for the holidays from Eastwood Richmonde Hotel

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Eastwood Richmonde Hotel’s 2023 collection of holiday goodies

The season for yummy pleasures and delectable delights is here and Eastwood Richmonde Hotel’s kitchen team has created an assortment of lip-smacking baked goodies and holiday-flavored hams to add to the Christmas feasts and to gift to family and friends.

Certified all-time bestsellers, Richmonde’s signature pastries make great snacks, desserts, and stocking stuffers! The oversized classic ensaymada (PhP 215/pc) and ube ensaymada (PhP 245/pc) give the perfect touch and taste of nostalgia with their soft bread, whipped butter, and overflowing cheese toppings. 

Richmonde’s Signature Ensaymadas in mini versions and holiday flavors of quezo de bola & tablea.

For servings that are easier to share, there are mini ensaymadas in boxes of 6 (plain, PhP 245; ube, PhP 275) and boxes of 12 (plain, PhP 490; ube. PhP 550). Not to be missed are this year’s special Christmas variants—quezo de bola ensaymada (PhP 295/pc) and tablea ensaymada (PhP 395/pc). Another favorite is the super moist but not so sweet Richmonde chocolate cake which comes in 4” (PhP 255) and 8” (PhP 765) sizes.

Hazelnut Tiramisu & Strawberry Matcha Log Cakes 

For the sweet tooth with a penchant for cakes, the strawberry matcha log cake (PhP 755), hazelnut tiramisu log cake (PhP 975), and milk chocolate pound cake (PhP 685) will be a welcome addition to the dessert items at the dinner table. Warm, freshly baked breads, on the other hand, make the perfect coffee pairing especially during cool December mornings and after dinner feasts. Specialty bread selections include chocolate chip banana bread (PhP 245), banana oat crumble loaf (PhP 395), and lemon loaf (PhP 645).

Christmas Cookies in Boxes of 3

Cookies are easy gifts for anyone who likes bites of textured, doughy goodness. Among the cookie flavors to choose from which come in boxes of 3 are green tea matcha (PhP 295), milk chocolate (PhP 275), milk chocolate macadamia (PhP 315), and triple chocolate (PhP 255). There are also cookie nibblers for a sweet, snacky treat: black sesame butter nibblers (PhP 195/pack of 10) and sesame tuile (PhP 245/jar).

Holiday hams for Christmas feasts. (L-R) Muscovado Ham, Beef Pastrami, Smoked Pork Ham & Chicken Cured Ham

Other enticing and edible gift ideas from Richmonde include caramelized walnuts (PhP 485/jar), caramelized cashews (PhP 455/jar), and boxed white chocolate and dark chocolate pralines (from PhP 215). For loved ones and business contacts who have everything, make Christmas shopping a breeze and order Eastwood Richmonde’s Holiday Hampers of scrumptious delights with prices starting at only PhP 1,000.

Eastwood Richmonde makes serving traditional Christmas ham at home so easy with its takeaway selections. Order the 1.5kg muscovado ham (PhP 2,225), the 1.5kg smoked pork ham (PhP 2,355), the 1.2kg chicken cured ham (PhP 1,675), the 1.2kg Beef Pastrami (PhP 2,995), or the 300g sliced muscovado ham (PhP 575) and let the family relish their rich, sweet, and smoky tastes and savor some old-fashioned holiday feels with every bite.

Holiday hams for Christmas feasts. (L-R) Muscovado Ham, Beef Pastrami, Smoked Pork Ham & Chicken Cured Ham

Eastwood Richmonde Hotel’s holiday goodies are on display at the Lobby Lounge and are available for pickup and delivery within Metro Manila until January 7, 2024. A minimum lead time of 48 hours is required. Bulk orders for personal or corporate giveaways accepted. For orders and inquiries, call +632 8570 7777 or +63 917 821 0333. For deliveries, applicable fees will be charged and added to the total amount due. Other terms and conditions apply.

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Eastwood Richmonde Hotel is the second Richmonde property under the Megaworld Hotels and Resorts group of the Philippines’ premier real estate company, Megaworld Corporation. It is located within the pioneering mixed-use township of Eastwood City and caters to the hotel room and banquet venue requirements of corporate offices and residents within the vicinity and around Metro Manila. For more information on Eastwood Richmonde Hotel, log on to www.eastwoodrichmondehotel.com.ph and for the latest news on the hotel, follow @EastwoodRichmondeHotel on Facebook and Instagram.