Presidential Security Group launches PSGTroopers.com website

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The Presidential Security Group (PSG) launched its official online site PSGTroopers.com aimed at strengthening the command’s credibility through online presence and to manifest its ability in technology trends to reach local and global communities. 

PSGTroopers.com was launched in a simple ceremony at the PSG Officers’ Clubhouse, Malacañan Park on Tuesday, February 7, 2016.

(In photo seated from left) BGEN ROLANDO JOSELITO DELIZO BAUTISTA AFP, COMMANDER, PSG and PRESIDENTIAL COMMUNICATIONS OPERATIONS OFFICE SECRETARY MARTIN ANDANAR explore the features of PSGTroopers.com online news portal during the site’s launch at the PSG Officers’ Clubhouse, Malacañan Park on Tuesday, February 7, 2016.

“This is one of the significant milestones of the Command as it will give a better appreciation to effectively and efficiently address interests, issues and challenges in the area of operations in carrying out the Command’s mission. PSGTroopers.com will illustrate the command’s best efforts toward the achievement of the Armed Forces of the Philippine’s ultimate vision of becoming “A World-Class Armed Forces and Source of National Pride,” said BGEN ROLANDO JOSELITO DELIZO BAUTISTA AFP, designated by PRESIDENT RODRIGO ROA DUTERTE as PSG’s 31st Commander on July 2, 2016.

PSGTroopers.com “would pave way to a meaningful form of communication to members of the Office of the President – Events Management Cluster (OP-EMC), the AFP and PNP units, and other agencies and stakeholders. This would mean aligning not only to the Command’s mission but also to higher headquarters, as we are able to establish a platform that would make communications easier and paint a picture of how PSG really is,” BGEN BAUTISTA said.

“I commend the Presidential Security Group for being abreast with the changing media landscape and keeping up with technology,” PRESIDENTIAL COMMUNICATIONS OPERATIONS OFFICE SECRETARY MARTIN ANDANAR said in his keynote message as Guest of Honor and Speaker during the launch of PSG’s news portal.

As the President’s close-in security, ANDANAR said “the PSG members know how unconventional the President is as he defies structure and definition. Hindi po de-kahon si Pangulong Duterte. Thus, strategic communication under the Duterte administration has never been as challenging.”

Noting PSG members are a special group of people, ANDANAR said they were chosen from thousands of military and police personnel to protect the President because the chief executive trusts them. He encouraged the PSG to help the President push his agenda for genuine change.

“Together, let us help the President as he traverses the road towards a nation without crime, without drugs and without corruption. Together, let us deliver what has to be communicated and we thank you for taking the extra step towards understanding.”

Operated under the watch of LTC MICHAEL T AQUINO (INF) PA, PSG Assistant Chief of Staff for Civil-Military Operations, G7, PSGTroopers.com is dedicated to the activities of the Presidential Security Group in collaboration with other government agencies. Emphasizing on the program’s theme of “Strength in Credibility, Numbers and Online Presence, LTC AQUINO said: “The more credible information you disseminate online, the stronger your organization will be.”

Essentially the digital version of PSGTroopers print magazine, PSGTroopers.com will showcase all the news, photos, videos and updates of PSG’s undertakings here and abroad in collaboration with other government agencies. 

“This news portal that can help in disseminating information about security matters and the presidency,” LTC AQUINO said.

As smartphone and tablet adoption rapidly increases, PSGTroopers.com recognizes the importance of mobile-friendly design. The website features the latest responsive design technology to provide optimal user-experience across various devices and screen sizes.

The content of PSGTroopers.com is optimized for social media sharing. “With just a click of a button, PSGTroopers.com content can be shared with popular social media networks,” LTC AQUINO said. 

The social media accounts of PSGTroopers.com include Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram with the account name: @PSGTroopers.

“Information dissemination is one of our objectives in creating this website. Over the years, we have conducted several dental missions, Brigada Eskwela and the like that reached out to the community around Malacañang complex. Through this, we are able to change the mindset of the general public that we, soldiers can do good and that we are able to carry out genuine change,” BGEN BAUTISTA said.

“From the start of this administration, we have worked hand in hand with the President’s projects especially his fight against drugs and corruption. This website would be an efficient platform to disseminate what we do—that we are not only here to ensure the safety and security of the Commander in Chief and the President but also assist him and the Filipino in positively changing as well as uniting this country,” BGEN BAUTISTA said.

La Carmela de Boracay Resort Hotel: The Vacationers and Celebs Choice Resort

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The Poolside

La Carmela de Boracay, the iconic resort/hotel owned by Boy So is the answer to every vacationers' needs. The resort hotel has everything anybody needs when on a holiday in the paradise island of Boracay.

Ocean View Suite

La Carmela de Boracay is known by both local and foreign tourists for its affordable rates, homey interiors, pleasant staff and crew and accessibility. It is also the most suitable choice for occasions like birthdays, holidays, wedding anniversaries, and other events because of its affordable rates and the amenities necessary in celebrating such occasions.

The Premiere West Lobby

La Carmela de Boracay is frequented by local celebrities, including Boy Abunda and his celebrity friends. The resort hotel has been featured in some of ABS-CBN's shows. It is no surprise if one spots a local celeb in the pool or having breakfast or dinner in its dining room.

La Carmela de Boracay is centrally located at Station 2, near the Tourist Center, in the heart of Boracay. It is at the center of the island, only a few meters walk to the shopping mall or the market.

The Celebrity Suite

Making room reservations in La Carmela is easy. It's staff and crew will offer answers to every reservation question.

Facade of La Carmela de Boracay Resort Hotel

The hotel offers beachfront convenience at affordable rates on Holidays. It also has special package rates for groups, barkadas and families.

La Carmela which was built in 2011, has now five buildings.

The Main Building houses Standard, Semi Deluxe, Main Deluxe, Panorama Deluxe and Super Deluxe rooms.

The Executive Wing includes Executive Deluxe, Panorama Deluxe, Family-room Wing, and Panorama Super Deluxe rooms.

The Premiere East and West building offers Premiere Deluxe and Premiere Super Deluxe rooms.

The Ocean View building has Premier Ocean View, African Safari Suite, Greco Roman Suite, and Celebrity Suite.

Hospitality among the hotel staff and cleanliness in the hotel are of utmost importance. La Carmela de Boracay sees to it that its guests are comfortable and happy in their stay at the hotel resort.

Since 2011, La Carmela has been frequented by both local and foreign the tourists. It has a steady stream of guests from all walks of life. Everyday is peak season for the hotel-resort.

"We want our guests to feel at home while vacationing. It is important to us that they have a happy and wonderful experience in La Carmela," says Boy So.

This year, La Carmela De Boracay has lined up a series of activities for guests to enjoy.

"We will be more active in engaging the public in our entertainment activities. Gusto namin mas mapasaya pa sila," adds Boy.

For more information visit La Carmela de Boracay Resort Hotel's official Facebook page

Ultimate Valentine’s SURPRISE: m&m’s® Fun First Move Project WINNER TAKES THEIR LOVE TO A DIFFERENT HEIGHT

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Jessa and Froilan on their way to Tagaytay lunch date via helicopter

Love is literally in the air as M&M’s treat a lucky couple with a breath-taking helicopter ride to the scenic city of Tagaytay to enjoy the most romantic date this Valentine’s.

Traditionally, men are the ones who shower women with flowers and chocolates but this year with the help of #MMsFunFirstMove project, Jessa Bernales was the one who surprised her husband with a bouquet of flowers and an epic helicopter ride to an unforgettable date in Tagaytay. 

This romantic surprise will surely take them, and their love to different heights, just ask the chopper pilot!

M&M’s surprise date for the Bernales couple

Move over Christian Grey and Anastasia Steele. Jessa and Froilan Bernales’ ride is M&M’s -sweet!

A moment of confusion followed by the euphoria of realizing his wife’s surprise

Jessa and Froilan surprised by M&M’s Red, Yellow and Green in Tagaytay.

Aside from our grand winner, nineteen other romantics surprise their loved ones with the help of M&M’s Red, Green and Yellow.

M&M’s Red and his boy band make the winners’ significant others swoon and blush with their ‘kilig’-infused songs and charming demeanor. M&M’s Yellow, on the other hand delivers a big surprise, with the perfect cuddle buddy that will always remind them of the feeling of being in love - a giant teddy bear! And to take it up a notch, M&M’s Green brings along a hot real-life cupid! The hottie with the arrows shower the winning couples with gifts and affection. 

Congratulations to all the lucky winners of M&M’s Fun First Move Project.

And don’t fret, you can still spoil your loved ones this Valentine’s day, show how sweet you are and gift them with M&M’s and your undying adoration.

The Promo ran from January 9 to February 5 2017. For more updates, visit www.facebook.com/MMsPhilippines.

Pinoy Cooking With Chef Anton Amoncio In “Home Cooked Asia: Philippines”

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Chef Anton Amoncio

After winning the Asian Food Channel's Food Hero competition held in Singapore last year, Pinoy Chef Anton Amoncio, now hosts his own cooking show, “Home Cooked Asia: Philippines”. 

The program, one of the newest cooking programs in the Asian Food Channel (AFC), premiered December last year. It airs on Thursdays at 9 o’clock in the morning, with replays on the same day, at 2 and 10 o’clock in the afternoon.

Chef Anton cooks different traditional Filipino recipes, and provides his own techniques. Chef Anton says he wants to teach those who want to know more about Filipino food.

“I hope my bit of Home Cooked creates awareness of what Filipino food is about. I want people outside the Philippines to ask questions about the way we cook and the passion we have for it. For Filipinos I make sure to make the dishes easy-to-make and accessible so they can try doing it themselves.”  -  Chef Anton 

Home Cooked Asia: Philippines is another Filipino pride. It showcases the Filipinos' love for food and cooking and how they are able to make the best out of simple recipes. 

Chef Anton says the show encourages viewers to embrace the truth that everyone can cook, and can create his/her own personal touch to cooking. 

“For me Filipino food is the next big thing and I hope the show will be appreciated by people everywhere,” says Chef Anton Amoncio.

Chef Anton Amoncio is managed by Asian Artists Agency Inc. For more information visit the AAAI official Facebook page or email info@asianartistsagency.com

Get that perfect artsy selfie with the Vivo V5 Plus’ bokeh effect

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Selfies can now have the aesthetic bokeh effect of the Vivo V5 Plus, with the details of the selfie sharp and clear, and the background blurred beautifully.

In this age of selfies, netizens enthusiastically take self-shots with camera-focused phones and continually seek ways of enhancing these through filters and editing—deemed essential for creating beautiful, share-worthy selfies. 

Now comes Vivo V5 Plus from top five premium global brand1 Vivo. Called the perfect selfie phone, it is equipped with the world’s first dual front camera, which helps you shoot artsy selfies with ease. 

The perfect selfie phone features a primary 20-megapixel Sony IMX376 dual front camera and a secondary camera at 8 megapixels, which collects depth-of-field information. 

Because of its dual front camera, the Vivo V5 Plus is able to create a true “bokeh” effect. 

Bokeh, favored by photography- and selfie enthusiasts, is the aesthetic quality produced when out-of-focus parts of an image are blurred.

You can now take selfies anywhere with the Vivo V5 Plus’ bokeh effect, able to blur any background creatively. 

The term “bokeh” is of Japanese origin, from the word “boke,” which means blur or haze. Creating a “good” bokeh—or a blur that is pleasing to the eye—is tough. In the past, the technique required the use of an advanced digital camera with special lens, according to photography website photographylife.com. 

Smartphone-camera-wielding selfie enthusiasts eventually resorted to editing for adding a beautiful blur effect to photos.

With the Vivo V5 Plus perfect selfie phone now rocking the selfie generation, producing a good bokeh effect in your selfies and other photos is as easy as a single tap on the capture button. 

With its dual front camera, the Vivo V5 Plus can perfect the bokeh effect, the art of blurring the background of a photo artistically. 

Vivo V5 Plus’ bokeh effect will soon be a highly covetable feature. At least 200 engineers from Vivo and its partner organizations spent eight months studying the algorithm behind blurring effects to develop a highly accurate algorithm ideal for portrait shots. This defines objects in such a way that the details in focus are artfully separated from the background. 

The Vivo V5 Plus from top five premium global brand Vivo is equipped with a 20-megapixel dual front camera co-engineered with Sony, able to produce the best possible selfies to date. 

The Vivo engineers also did research on the blurring effects of 96 types of large aperture SLR camera lenses and simulated each of these lenses in the algorithm of the Vivo V5 Plus dual front cameras. Then special enhancements were added to achieve good results in various lighting situations.

With Vivo’s research and development centers, the brand continually studies and improves selfie technology and other smartphone aspects. In fact, in its effort to improve smartphone technologies for its consumers, Vivo has two new research centers in California—one in Silicon Valley and another in San Diego.

Now, with Vivo V5 Plus’ advanced selfie technology, your artsy selfies will look like they were captured by a professional photographer. 

For inquiries about Vivo V5 Plus, visit the Vivo website at vivoglobal.ph, or check out their Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/VivoPhil), Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/vivophil/) and Twitter (https://twitter.com/vivophil) accounts.

1according to International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Mobile Phone Tracker (http://www.idc.com/promo/smartphone-market-share/vendor;jsessionid=7595C1498F4F0FBF496CC767E273121B)