Jason Mraz will perform at the Araneta Coliseum on May 14

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MMI and Ovation Productions are proud to announce a special performance by Grammy award winning artist, Jason Mraz on Tuesday, May 14th at the Araneta Coliseum.

Jason’s latest album “Love Is A Four Letter Word” is still a current iTunes top seller for Philippines since its release April of last year. 

“I Won’t Give Up”, the single from the same album is sharing the limelight as an iTunes Singles Top seller. It continues to hold its place as a YouTube top view in the Philippines, both for the actual music video and lyric video. “I Won’t Give Up” enjoys consistent airplay in local pop radio stations and has hit the #1 spot in RX93.1. 

Jason has taken his musical journey from coffee houses to stadiums globally and now has two Grammy Awards and six Grammy nominations to his credit. Mraz's latest album, "Love is a Four Letter Word," debuted in the Top 15 in 13 countries including #2 in the United States with the first single, "I Won't Give Up" debuting in the #1 slot on Billboard's "Digital Songs" chart one week after its release. "Love is a Four Letter Word" has already sold 9 million singles and over 1 million albums. "I Won't Give Up" has been certified triple platinum in the United States and Mraz' previous album, "WE SING. WE DANCE. WE STEAL THINGS." proved a global blockbuster, earning multiple platinum certifications in numerous territories around the globe. One of the album's hit songs, "I'm Yours" was a momentous #1 smash in many formats around the world, earning ASCAP's 2010 "Song of the Year" award while also setting the record for the longest-running song in the 51-year history of Billboard's "Hot 100." 

In addition, Mraz has been feted with a number of other honors, including the Songwriters Hall of Fame's esteemed "Hal David Starlight Award," presented to gifted songwriters who are making a significant impact in the music industry via their original songs. In 2012, Mraz was asked to join former Vice President Al Gore for the Climate Reality fact finding expedition to Antarctica, and very recently, Mraz was voted the 2013 “Favorite Male Artist” at the 39th annual People’s Choice Awards, an award given strictly by fans. 

In 2011, he partnered with MTV Exit Philippines to bring awareness to human trafficking. He paid a visit to the Visayan Forum and met the founder, Ma. Cecilia Flores-Oebanda. Visayan Forum is a Philippine-based NGO established in 1991, known for its innovative work for the empowerment of vulnerable migrants, providing aid for victims of human trafficking, domestic servitude and other forms of exploitation. 

Mraz is an outspoken advocate for a clean environment, sustainable energy, education and human equality, recently creating the Jason Mraz Foundation. Late last year Mraz headlined a historic live concert for over 70,000 people in Myanmar in conjunction with MTV EXIT (End Exploitation and Trafficking), which was held at the Yangon People’s Square at the base of the magnificent 2600 year-old Shwedagon Pagoda. www.jasonmraz.com 

“My mission is simple: it’s to shine a light through music, which can easily be applied to why I sing these songs,” Mraz says. “A little bit of love goes a long way, especially on a planet crowded with individuals struggling with seven billion different versions of human triumph and human suffering. When I remember to simply enjoy being where I am, it makes a world of difference.” 

Jason’s opening act, Zendee, bursted into the international scene through her viral YouTube video- “Random Girl Singing In A Mall”. Her amazing vocal prowess landed her the chance to perform to a global audience through guesting on the Ellen DeGeneres show. Random girl no more, Zendee is set to release her debut album under Warner Music Philippines. On December 12, 2012 she released her first ever single "Runaway" under Warner Music Philippines. The song was a natural choice for both Zendee and Warner Music, as it showcases Zendee’s powerful and soulful voice while showing some vocal gymnastics with a refreshing twist. You can download and preview Zendee’s Runaway single on iTunes and catch more of her on her official website.www.zendee.com.ph

Tickets for Jason Mraz are on sale Sunday, March 10th at 8 am at Ticketnet.com.ph, Ticketnetoutlets or charge by phone at 911-5555

Tickets prices are as follows: : 

Patron 101 & 103  -  PHP 5,800. 

Patron:              - PHP 5,800. 

Lower Level A: PHP4,800. 

Upper Level A: PHP3,500. 

Upper Level B: PHP2,600. 

General Admission: PHP800.00

Healthy crunch, craving for more. . . and have a guilt free Lenten Season with KEBABERS !

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Craving for shawarma? Have a guilt free Lenten Season with KEBABERS.  

Satisfy your cravings at KEBABERS with their very own version of crunchy Fish Shawarma perfect this Lenten season. Made with 100% Dory fish fillet marinated with Kebabers own recipe special ingredient, fried until tender and crispy.

Adding to its freshness is a mix of cabbage and carrots with a choice of succulent creamy garlic sauce and chili garlic wrap in healthy Pita bread that makes the right combination. 

KEBABERS is considered in the Philippines as the first PERSIAN FASTFOOD in the country. Operating since 2008, KEBABERS has been known in serving quality food products in affordable prices.

Known for Beef and Chicken Kebabs, they strive in serving the best Kebabs in the country without forgetting the Asian twist in all our flavors. Other products such as Crispy Shawarma and Kebabs with Cheese are just one of the new and creative tastes KEBABERS has to offer.

Apart from taste, KEBABERS ensures high quality standards in both our products and services. KEBABERS strives to guarantee customer satisfaction and be consistent in Quality Standards.

This Lenten  Season, try their healthy and crunchy fish shawarma. With their cozy ambience perfect for barkadas and there reasonable yet quality menu you will surely back for more.  Also try their other sumptuous fish dishes like FISH Ahoy (comes in a rice bowl with iced tea) and Crunchy Fish a healthy version of Kebab.

KEBABERS Stores are located in the following: 

SM Fairview 

Eastwood Citywalk  

Katipunan Avenue QC

PBCOM Tower Makati
Soon to be open in Kapitolyo Pasig

Phone 3555755 loc 119

Email info@kebabers.com.ph

Website :  http://kebabers.com.ph/

Western Digital Philippines Salute to Graduates Photo Contest 2013

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Western Digital Philippines is now giving trubute to all college and university graduates and  is giving away 5 My Passport 500GB to its avid facebook fans. 

The contest will start on Friday, March 8, 2013 12:00 AM (PH time) and will end on Monday, March 25, 2013 11:59 PM (PH time). Winners will be announced on Friday, March 29, 2013 through Western Digital PH’s Facebook Page.

There will be five (5) Winners of WD My Passport 500GB and ten (10) winners of Starbucks Gift Certificate worth 200 pesos each.

"WD SALUTE TO GRADUATES PHOTO CONTEST 2013" is open to all college and university graduating students' age eighteen (18) to twenty seven (27) years old or above with supporting documents that he/she is a graduate (i.e Identification Card, Form 138, Transcript of Records, or Certificate of Diploma).

Here's the details and your way to win WD My Passport 500GB and Starbucks gift certificates 

CRITERIA FOR JUDGING

Relevance to the theme (20%) – The participants’ entry must be in relation to the Contests’ theme “Graduation”.

Message or Write – up (50%) – The words used should not exceed 20 words with impact to the reader and has an emotional appeal that would please the readers on why he/she should win the prize.

Creativeness in techniques used (30%) – The concept of the entry must be original and should inspire the reader.

CONTEST PROCEDURE

1. Like http://facebook.com/westerndigitalph. If you are already a member, please proceed to the contest tab https://www.facebook.com/westerndigitalph/app_95936962634.

2. Fill up the personal information form needed before uploading your entry. The application form consists of your personal information: full name, gender, email address, home address, phone number or mobile number, date of birth and your write – up for the photo not more than 20 words expressing why you should win the WD My Passport 500GB.

3. Upload a photo of you not exceeding 800kb if you are a college or university graduating student.

4. Click submit then share it to your friends.

5. Each participant is entitled to one (1) entry only.

6. Approved entry will be posted to Western Digital Facebook PH Facebook page for the public to be viewed and commented.

JUDGING/ ANNOUNCEMENT OF WINNERS

1. The Sponsor has selected a set of jury that will judge the entries.
2. The jury will select five (5) grand winners of the WD My Passport 500GB and ten (10) Consolation Prizes of Starbucks Gift Certificate worth 200 pesos each.
3. Winners will be announced on March 29, 2013 through Western Digital PH Facebook Page and will be notified via email or phone.
4. Non-cash prizes may not be exchanged, transferred, or redeemed for cash.

VERIFICATION OF WINNERS:

1. Upon claiming the prize, the winner must be able to present any 2 of the following documents:

• School ID
• Transcript of Records
• Certificate of Diploma
• Form 138

2. Winner must be willing to pick up their prize at the Think Big Events Office located Unit 1404 Goldhill Tower #5 Annapolis Street, Greenhills, San Juan, Manila. In case the winner came from outside Mega Manila the sponsor will be responsible to send it via a courier and will be the one to shoulder the expenses

Hairvolution at Express Hair Studio

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EXPRESS HAIR STUDIO (The First Japanese Hair Salon in the South)

Times change. Express yourself! This is it ! 

EXPRESS HAIR STUDIO bring us the ultimate in relaxation and comfort that we are thankful so much ! 

I had the experience that I enjoyed and brought me back to what I was doing for myself during my free times in my stronger years. As I told people I'm with always lately, I really didn't have pampered myself to any beauty parlor, beauty spas or even nails spa during these two years of my resting days due to my miracle mysterious brain anuerysm experience, and thankful to God for giving my second life to enjoy this wonderful world. These days of being with media and blogger friends and meeting great people in events and celebrations of life. When we meet ANC's host Chase Tinio of Open House, he invited us to pamper in his Express Hair Studio in Paranaque for it's first year anniversary celebration.

And here in hairvolution, it revives, restores and remoisturizes my hair from root pores to tips! The great Mr. Shun Tsutsumi, the number 1 Hair Dresser in Kyoto, Japan and EXPRESS Hair Studio's Creative Hair Director, gave this advice and he did my makeover that I cannot forget in my life.

I had the Organic Hair Therapy: 100% Olive Oil Based, complete restoration, repair and moisturization of hair,  promotes shine and bounce. This is for normal to heavily damaged hair called the "Miracle Therapy." It is also an Organic Color Revive: Color laminator from 100% Olive Oil. It helps prolong hair color up to 40% while having the benefits of total rehabilitation of your hair.

Everyone deserves a time to relax, pamper yourselves, indulge in many beauty haves beautification. A stress relief, and beauty and health activity also sometimes with medi - pedi is a foot experience that everyone should have. Thanks Express Hair Studio for superb services! 

Happy 1st Year Anniversary Express Hair Studio! More power to you Chase Tinio, Mr. Shun and to all friendly staff! 

The brainchild of Manhattan based Entrepreneur/Socialite Chase Tinio, EXPRESS HAIR STUDIO, a New York, Los Angeles and Tokyo salon concept, is the latest trend-setting nook to hit Manila. Amidst the growing number of fashion and beauty establishments around the metro, EXPRESS HAIR STUDIO utilizes sleek, streamlined and minimalist interiors inspired by modern Scandinavian design (the mirrors look like iPads, most especially when lit!) to enhance the hair and nail experiences given to valued patrons by very well trained professionals.

Upon coming in the salon, you are greeted by a warm and fashionable staff member to be assessed by Kyoto, Japan's top hairdresser-- and company Creative Hair Director Shun (Shoo'n) Tsutsumi OR Hair and Make-Up Expert Mark Jerusalem. And for nail pampering clients, everyone can enjoy EHS' manicure/pedicure treatment accompanied by a hand and foot massage. One may also partake of the newly introduced Swedish Foot Spa (a hybrid between, Swedish massage designed to have deep muscle stroke penetration and external detoxification, for deep penetrating skin treatment and rejuvenation).

While slowly building positive reputation among guests living within the BF Homes area and neighboring communities, EXPRESS HAIR STUDIO continues to aim high while setting the bar for salon standards, redefining everyone's salon experiences through top notch service quality, staff credibility and price points set to hit the majority of the community while giving out five-star_service.

The Services of EXPRESS HAIR STUDIO (The First Japanese Hair Salon in the South) are:

1. Japanese Precision Haircut (with free consultation with Mr. Shun Tsutsumi -- the #1 Hair Dresser in Kyoto, Japan and EXPRESS Hair Studio's Creative Hair Director)

2. Styling Blowdry

3. Hair Upstyle

4. Professional Hair Ironing

5. Mani

6. Pedi

7. Swedish Foot Spa - combination of swedish massage and foot spa

8. Exfoliating Gel Sea Scrub Foot Spa - Detoxification of Skin and rejuvination of feet and legs

9. HAIR AND NAILS PACKAGES (Super Saver DEALS)

10. Technical Hair and Make-Up

(using Japanese Hypo-Allergenic Make Up for TV and Print Shows -- 100% Made in Japan)

11. Eye Brow Threading

12. Eye Brow Shaping

13. Upper Lip Threading

14. Hair Coloring - using L'Oreal and exclusive 100% Mild COLOR BINDERS (say goodbye to strong peroxides)

15. HOLLYWOOD OMBRé ®: Gradiation of Color from tone to tone. Extremely Popular with Hollywood Celebrities.

16. Color HIGHLIGHTS

17. Total Hair Rebond

18. Japanese Hair Rebonding: Hair Straightening System using Japanese Techniques.

19. L'OREAL X-Tenso Rebonding: Highly Recommended and best selling rebonding service. --> Straight from L'Oreal Paris.

20. Brazilian Blowout: Hair Straightening System that allows Permanent Volume and Shine. • BEST SELLER

•••• NOTE: Rebonds and Blowouts normally take 5-6 hours to execute but in EXPRESS WE are able to do it in 3-4.5 hours using the procedure standards used in Japan.

21. DIGIPERM: Master Hair Dresser, Mr. Shun Tsutsumi's service of choice. #1 Craze in Japan, "Soft Curls" for wavy long hair. - can be colored as well for a more lasting look.

•• TREATMENTS••

22. VCO Milk treatment: Moisturizing using nutrients found in the Miracle Fruit, Coconut (FIRST PRESS --> Concentrated nutrients)

23. Intensive Deep Protein Treatment: Detoxifying of Hair from Roots to tips. With scalp stimulants to promote healthy hair growth.

24. Japanese Hair Squalene: The minerals only fully present in babies that is responsible for smooth, soft flawless skin. Can be compatible to hair --> Promotes soft, wavy and undistorted hair.

25. Powerdose by L'Oreal: a staple and the #1 Treatment offered by the #1 brand in hair care, L'Oreal Professionel

26. Deep Keratin Treatment: a strengthening treatment that also enhances smoothness of the hair. Promotes stronger hair strands and thicker hair.

27. Nutri-Cell Hair Spa: General Treatment

28. Sensoria: Conditions and shines hair for more a manageable feel

29. Deep Cleanse Hair Spa and Treatment: •• 1 of the best sellers••• deep detoxification and rejuvination of hair strands. Promotes more moisture and unwraps hair and scalp from grime and pollution that sticks to your head. Has scalp stimulants to awaken dead hair cells.

•ORGANIC TREATMENTS (100% ORGANIC, 100% MADE in THE USA, approved by the Food and Drug Administration in the USA (FDA) and the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA))

1. Organic Hair Therapy: 100% Olive Oil Based, complete restoration, repair and moisturization of hair. Promotes shine and bounce. For normal to heavily damaged hair

--> Called the "Miracle Therapy"

2. Organic Color Revive: Color laminator from 100% Olive Oil. Helps prolong hair color up to 40% while having the benefits of total rehabilitation of your hair. for Normal to extremely damaged hair.

3. ORGANIC CITRUS MOISTURIZER: a moisture treatment that gives vitamin C to your hair to help resist agents of pollution and to have better immunity from natural elements.

NEW PRODUCT:

"100% VEGAN EFFECTIVE HAIR CARE"

-- 100% Natural from natures extracts.

Highly recommended.  (USDA AND FDA APPROVED)

EXPRESS HAIR STUDIO (The First Japanese Hair Salon in the South) is located at 

31 Aguirre Avenue, Unit C-D, BF Homes (Beside BF Homes Aguirre Gate--Beside iAGO's Grill)), 1700 Parañaque

FOR INQUIRIES AND APPOINTMENTS, PLS. CALL 553-79-89

Su-TH: 9:00AM - 9:30PM

Sa-FRI: 9:30AM - 10:00PM

** APPOINTMENTS ARE PREFERRED, WALK-INS ARE MORE THAN WELCOME.

R STUDIO 

Visit and like Express Hair Studio Facebook Fanpage more updates and let's watch out for upcoming iS inStyle Hair Salon !   

More photos @ Hairvolution @Express Hair Studio - Facebook :)

Giving Momentum to the Empowered Filipina

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Celebrating your body, your mind, your choice 

The Filipina is one of the most empowered women in the world, with the Philippines ranking eighth out of 135 countries assessed by the 2012 Global Gender Gap Index of the World Economic Forum. This is the highest score the Philippines has attained in the last six years in terms of economic participation and opportunity, educational attainment, health and survival, and political empowerment. 

The country tops educational attainment in terms of literacy and enrollment across all educational levels, as well as health and survival in terms of sexual ratio at birth and healthy life expectancy. However, a gender gap is seen in terms of economic participation and opportunity, specifically on earned income, senior positions, and leadership levels. 

Continuing the momentum of the empowered Filipina is an advocacy of DKT Reproductive Health Inc. through its Trust reproductive health educational programs and Filipinay, its ongoing campaign to provide women with informed reproductive health choices. To celebrate women’s month, Filipinay will provide free consultations on reproductive health and family planning on March 6, 8, 9, 13, 15, 16, 20, 22, 27, and 29 at the EDSA, Baclaran, Doroteo Jose, and Roosevelt stations of LRT 1. 

“Women have always had a primary role in Philippine society, but there is still much to improve, especially in providing women with access to information from which they can make responsible choices,” says Aileen Puzon, Product Manager of Filipinay. 

“While women are on equal footing in terms of education, this does not necessarily apply to information on the choices they can make about their bodies. We are one with all men and women in celebrating our successes for International Women’s Day, but we are also focused on our everyday task of reaching out, one Filipina at a time.” 

Filipinay is the trusted partner in family planning, empowering women with information to help them make responsible choices. For more information, visit http://www.filipinay.com.ph/ to chat with Filipinay representatives, or chat with Filipinay representatives via Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FilipinayItsyourchoice. You may also call the Filipinay hotline at 02 477-5555, or text 0917 823-1111.