Spread hope and happiness with UNICEF Christmas cards by Manuel Baldemor

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UNICEF Philippines ushers in the start of the Christmas season with the joyful art of Pinoy folk artist Manuel “Manny” Baldemor—this year’s featured artist for UNICEF Christmas Cards.

This 2024, UNICEF Cards feature the joyful works of Filipino artist Manuel Baldemor. Get one box of UNICEF Cards for every P1,000 donation and help more vulnerable children survive and thrive. Get your own set of UNICEF Cards at https://donate.unicef.ph/.

A Filipino artist from Paete, Laguna, Manny Baldemor is renowned for his paintings, wood prints, and wood carvings featuring simplified geometric forms and folk art characters. He would often depict his hometown, its people, their daily activities, and traditions in his art. Baldemor participated in various national and international art exhibitions and received numerous prestigious awards.

The works of Filipino artist Manuel Baldemor are featured in this year’s UNICEF Cards. Go to https://donate.unicef.ph/ to get your own set today.

Having been a part of the UNICEF Cards roster of renowned artists since the 1990s, his works have been reproduced and sold in countries around the world for almost two decades.

The 2024 limited-edition UNICEF Cards feature four artworks from Baldemor’s vast collection: Pasko sa Aming Bayan (1992), Christmas Lanterns Festival (2006), Graces from the Land (2008), and Pasko ng Pamilya Pilipino (2024).

“My dream is for all children to be healthy and happy because they are our hope, our future. I am happy to contribute my time and talent to support UNICEF’s programs for children and I am very proud and honored to be a UNICEF artist,” says Manny Baldemor.

“It was a natural decision to have Manuel Baldemor as our contributing artist for UNICEF Christmas Cards. His passion for sharing the joyful spirit of Filipino values and culture is apparent in every piece he makes. By donating through these cards, you not only get to own a piece of Baldemor’s art, you are also supporting lifesaving programs for the most vulnerable children,” shares Carli Snyman, Chief of Fundraising and Partnerships, UNICEF Philippines.

Make someone happy today and help more children with UNICEF Cards! For every P1,000 donation, you get one box of UNICEF Cards featuring the art of Manuel Baldemor. Every donation supports UNICEF's lifesaving programs for children. Go now to https://donate.unicef.ph/.

Get one box set of UNICEF Cards for every P1,000 donation and receive 12 individual cards featuring Baldemor’s four artworks. Experience the unique joy of writing personal messages, sending Christmas cards, and making someone’s day with these limited-edition cards while helping the most vulnerable children through UNICEF’s lifesaving programs in health & nutrition, education, protection, and emergency support.

Go to https://donate.unicef.ph/ to get your own set of UNICEF Christmas Cards today.

You’ve been drinking water all wrong. Dr. Kilimanguru explains the top 5 signs of dehydration.

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With the weather in the Philippines feeling hotter every year, keeping cool can be difficult. In these scorching times, staying hydrated is more important than ever, with the right water being crucial in keeping the heat and dehydration at bay. But what is “the right water” that truly replenishes our fluids and gives us the best hydration?

The doctor has spoken. In a recent video, Dr. Kilimanguru, known online as Dr. Kilimanguru, talked about some signs of dehydration, due to not drinking enough water, or from not drinking mineral water. Mineral water contains essential minerals our bodies do not produce naturally, but are important nonetheless, such as potassium, calcium, and magnesium. 

Should our bodies lack these needed minerals according to Dr. Kilimanguru, these five dehydration symptoms may occur.

Dry lips, sunken eyes, and dry skin is our first telltale sign of dehydration. While our bodies need lots of water to stay hydrated to prevent this dryness, the right water can really make a difference. As you go through your day, especially during physical activity, the body loses the fluids needed to stay active. Mineral water contains the minerals that help improve hydration, keeping us quenched throughout the day with healthier skin.

If you experience frequent headaches, that may also be a sign that the water you are drinking is not enough. According to Dr. Kilimanguru, headaches can also come from dehydration. The right water, when you drink lots of it, will help improve blood flow to your head, preventing headaches and keeping your head clear.

A darker urine color is also an indication of water deficiency. As per Dr. Kilimanguru in his video, we should aim to have our urine be light yellow to clear, a sign of sufficient hydration and the right kind of water. If your urine is darker, mineral water may improve your fluid content.

Muscle cramps may also be linked to dehydration and the lack of minerals in the body. Dr. Kilimanguru says that it’s not just stretching that causes muscle cramps – a deficiency in potassium and calcium can also be a trigger. Mineral water that contains these minerals can deter muscle cramps, especially during fitness routines and outdoor activities

Surprisingly, weight gain can be a sign of dehydration. In the doctors video, he states that our metabolism is affected by our water intake, with less water leading to slower metabolism. Calcium and potassium also aid in a faster metabolism, so drinking mineral water can strengthen hydration.

Dr. Kilimanguru stresses the importance of drinking the right water, recommending mineral water brands such as Evian, Fiji, and Le Minerale, to make sure we not only drink enough water, but that we get the right minerals that “make hydration better”, leading to a healthier-looking and healthier-feeling body.

#BackToSchool stain worries? Sagot ‘yan ng Ariel!

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Discover the doble laba, doble linis wonders of Ariel Twin Jumbo Pack

Behind every kid making the big adjustment from a relaxed, weekend-all-week school break to a tight back-to-classes routine is a mom who does the same, except everything is done a bit more intensely. If the kid needs to be up early, she wakes up earlier. If the kid needs a little motivation to study, she pushes harder. Supermoms handle everything so their children don’t have to, down to the smallest “school stain” on their uniforms.

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Whether caused by their favorite snack-time chocolate drink, a shared mango fruit by a classmate, spaghetti sauce, or accidental pen ink, any school-related stain leaves a nasty mark and even a bad impression. That is why moms stay on top of all stain-removing moves, including the open-secret laundry hack in the form of Ariel Twin Jumbo Pack. With its superior cleaning and tough stain removal, every probleMAMA concerned about her child’s dirty uniform turns into a proudMAMA able to remove even the toughest stains.

The Ariel Twin Jumbo Pack helps remove tough stains in just one wash. It presents moms with the benefit of doble laba, doble linis by delivering two packs in one, good for 2 loads of laundry with double cleaning power.

In a series of TikTok posts, two momfluencers vouched for the superior cleaning of the Ariel Twin Jumbo Pack. One was Chin Capiral, who shared that her daughter, Kitty, requested spaghetti as her baon for school. Upon checking Kitty’s bag after class, Mommy Chin discovered that the sauce left a huge stain on her uniform.

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“Buti na lang nandyan ang Ariel Twin Jumbo Pack to the rescue,” she said in the video. “Subok na talaga namin ‘to sa pagtanggal ng tough stains. Kayang-kaya in just one wash.”

Apart from Mommy Chin, Via Austria also shared her battle with school stains. Mommy Via was shares about adjusting their routines since the opening of the school year before her teenage daughter Ayi showed a chocolate stain on her uniform.

“’Pag ganitong madaming stains, lalo na mga tough stains, nakaka-stress lang siyang tignan, pero kayang-kaya kong labahan ‘to gamit ang Ariel Twin Jumbo Pack,” she said. “Kaya hindi na kailangan ma-stress ‘pag may mga mantsa ang mga uniform.”

Take it from Mommy Via and Mommy Chin that dealing with tough stains is easier than ever thanks to Ariel Twin Jumbo Pack. Never worry again about washing out stains; just free your mind and let your kids be kids in school.

Ariel Twin Jumbo Pack comes in multiple variants such as Sunrise Fresh, Floral Passion, Fresh Garden Bloom, and Clean & Bright. It is available in supermarkets and sari-sari stores near you. For bigger pack sizes of Ariel laundry detergent, these are available online on Lazada and Shopee.

Know more about the best laundry hacks with Ariel by following facebook.com/ArielPhilippines.

IVO hits over 100 Ace Hardware shelves

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An ace player in water purification technology is celebrating its 6th year in the business by bringing safe and eco-friendly hydration solutions to more Filipinos.

IVO is extending its market reach in Ace Hardware stores with a target of more than 100 branches nationwide by the end of the year. This means more Filipinos will have access to the advanced Japanese technology that earned certifications from the Department of Health- Food and Drug Adminstration, Japan Industrial Standards, and NSF International. While this partnership is new in terms of scale, Ace Hardware has initially carried IVO products in its eight branches.

Same goal

The partnership between IVO and Ace Hardware developed naturally, with both having a similar attitude towards sustainability. These companies have been promoting eco-friendly products for years.

Ace Hardware recently won two awards at the Retail Asia Awards 2024 for its best practices. The company was named ‘Retailer of the Year – Philippines’ and received ‘Customer Service Initiative of the Year.’

In 2022, Ace Hardware also won the ESG Initiative of the Year - Philippines for promoting sustainable products through SM Retail’s “Green Finds” program. The Retail Asia Awards recognize top innovations in the region's retail industry.

IVO benefits

Meanwhile, IVO has long offered a better way to consume water. It is more than just a faucet-mounted water purifier. IVO’s cartridge is capable of filtering up to 1,500 liters – equivalent to 5,000 small 300ml single-use plastic bottles or 79 large water jugs. By using IVO, people can reduce plastic waste, save money, and enjoy good quality water.

Aside from its environmental benefits, IVO provides clean and fresh water by utilizing a meticulous filtration process. It uses advanced technology such as the hollow membrane, used in dialysis to purify blood, to catch even the smallest contaminants.

Celebrating milestones

Since IVO products will become easier to access thanks to Ace Hardware, more people can benefit from this eco-friendly technology. Through this partnership, both companies might inspire more Filipinos to make a small change in their daily routine, which can create a big difference for the planet.

The IVO-Ace collaboration is more than just increased market visibility. Because of Ace Hardware’s wide reach, more Filipinos will benefit from high-quality, eco-friendly filters. The more Filipinos switch to sustainable solutions, the better it is for the Earth. The partnership is also a call for other businesses to follow suit and minimize their impact on the environment.

IVO and Ace Hardware will hold a launch event at the SM Megamall on September 26. Gracing the event is IVO’s ambassadress, Shaina Magdayao, who is a believer and user of the product. The event will highlight the companies’ shared goal of supporting sustainability, one filter at a time.

Anne Curtis, Maine Mendoza steal the show at vivo V40 Grand Launch

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The highly anticipated vivo V40 Grand Launch lit up Okada Manila on September 18, 2024, as brand ambassadors Anne Curtis and Maine Mendoza dazzled the crowd with their stunning looks, inspired by the vibrant colorways of the new vivo V40.

Both stars posed for photos, showcasing the vivo V40 in Sunglow Peach and Nebula Purple at interactive booths designed to highlight the phone’s innovative features.

Captured by the vivo V40's powerful 50MP cameras, co-engineered with ZEISS, the portraits of Anne and Maine were nothing short of lifelike. The ZEISS Multifocal Portrait feature brought their photos to life, giving them the professional quality that has become synonymous with ZEISS optics.

Guests at the event were also invited to experience the vivo V40's ZEISS Multifocal Portrait firsthand. This groundbreaking feature allows users to capture professional-grade portraits using the three most popular focal lengths in photography: 24mm, 35mm, and 50mm. With this technology, capturing breathtaking, magazine-worthy shots is made simple.

What went down at the vivo V40 Grand Launch

The launch wasn’t just about taking amazing photos. Phil Zhong from vivo Headquarters introduced the audience to the ultra-slim design and powerful performance of the vivo V40, highlighting some features like the 5500mAh BlueVolt battery and IP68 and IP69 ratings for dust and water resistance.

Daniel Goetz from vivo Europe delved into the phone's imaging and portrait capabilities, while Franziska Hoffman from ZEISS Consumer Products shared exciting advancements in the vivo-ZEISS collaboration.

From left to right: Zeng Kai from vivo PH, Daniel Goetz from vivo EU, Phil Zhong from vivo HQ, Franziska Hoffman from ZEISS, Maine Mendoza, Anne Curtis, Hazel Bascon from vivo PH, Liu Lu from vivo PH, and Robert Horry

The excitement continued with fun games involving Anne, Maine, and seven-time NBA champion Robert Horry, with lucky guests winning prizes such as the vivo TWS 3e and autographed posters and basketballs.

They took a groufie using vivo V40's 50MP ZEISS Group Selfie Camera, which features autofocus and a 92-degree field of view, ensuring that no one was left out of the shot.

Anne and Maine also highlighted their favorite features of the vivo V40. Anne was particularly impressed with the vivo V40's cameras, co-engineered with ZEISS, and its IP68 and IP69 dust and water resistance. "I just found out that it's dust and waterproof, up to 1.5 meters for 30 minutes! Isn't that amazing? It's perfect for traveling," Anne shared excitedly.

Maine, on the other hand, loved the vivo V40's ZEISS All Main Camera and the AI Aura Light. "I also love to travel, so having a professional-grade pocket camera wherever I go is really convenient," she said.

Of course, some lucky guests also took home vivo V40. If you missed the event, check out vivo Facebook page for the replay.

Pre-orders for the vivo V40 are open until September 27, with an exclusive discount of Php 2,000 for reservations made with a Php 500 deposit. Starting at Php 26,999, the vivo V40 will be available for claiming from September 28 to October 6, with a free vivo TWS 3e (worth Php 1,999) included.

Visit your nearest vivo store or shop online via the vivo website, Shopee, and Lazada to secure your vivo V40 and become a ZEISS Portrait Master!