Malacañang Palace Declares Sept.1 As Regular Holiday (In Observance Of “Eid’l Adha”)

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Malacañang Palace declares September 1, 2017 as a regular holiday in observance of the Muslim festival “Eid’l Adha”, the Feast of Sacrifice.

The holiday is effective throughout the entire country, according to the Proclamation No. 297. Of the National Commission on Muslim Filipinos (NCMF).

The Commission was recommending the companies throughout the entire Philippines to observe this occasion based on the Islamic Calendar.

Islam has two major feasts such as “Eid’l Fitr” and “Eid’l Adha”. As a respect to their religion, the Philippine government was acknowledging their major activities and feasts.

Eid’l Adha is the second of two Muslim holidays, which was celebrated not only in the Philippines but also in different countries all around the world every year.

The proclamation, signed by Executive Secretary Salvador Medialdea on behalf of President Rodrigo Duterte, is based on Republic Act 9849 that the yearly festival, whose date is movable, is celebrated as a regular holiday.

"Now, therefore, I, Rodrigo Roa Duterte, President of the Philippines, by virtue of the powers vested in me by law, do hereby declare Friday, 01 September 2017, as a regular holiday throughout the country," the document stated.

Kenny Rogers’ #AwesomeSensessions with Solenn and Nico

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How to be an #AwesomeEndorser! Here's an#AwesomeSensession with sexy and funny couple Solenn Heussaff and Nico Bolzico, the newest brand ambassadors of Kenny Rogers as they present the Deliciously New, Garlic Butter Roast Chicken.

The awesome couple Nico Bolzico and Solenn Heussaff with the awesome Garlic Butter Roast

Power couple Solenn Heussaff and Nico Bolzico take #RelationshipGoals to a whole new level as they become the newest ambassadors of Kenny Rogers Roasters Philippines. 

They started off hot on digital with a steamy Solenn delectably eating a leg of roasted chicken, which caused a frenzy of views and shares online. A few days later this was followed by a hilarious material of Nico teaching his wife "how to be a true endorser". Nico himself was the one who came up with the classic line “The chicken and you is one”. 

Photo: http://artsandtravelph.com

These were eventually revealed as teasers for the Kenny Rogers Roasters’ brand-new offering, the Garlic Butter Roast.

Sexy and funny has always been their trademark as a couple. From their pranks, to banters, photo shoots and interviews, there is no doubt that they excite everyone with their antics. 

This is what inspired Kenny Rogers Roasters to launch the Garlic Butter Roast through an exciting experience called The Awesome Sensession. 

The press guests gamely participating in The Awesome Sensession which allowed them to experience the Garlic Butter Roast through their different senses

The Awesome Sensession was held in Kenny Rogers Matalino Branch where guests were taken on a food journey by hearing, smelling and tasting Garlic Butter Roast. All throughout the program, guests were guided by a voice that was reminiscent of Solenn’s French accent, the language of love and romance. 

Media guests were treated to a different sensorial experience which commenced with guests blindfolding themselves to lose their sense of sight and heighten their other senses. 

This was followed by sizzling sounds and the mouthwatering aroma of garlic and butter, exciting their palate before that delectable first bite of the Garlic Butter Roast. 

#SosyChick Solenn excited to surprise the guests

Finally, Solenn and Nico appeared once the blindfolds were removed as a surprise to the guests. As the photo op and media Q&A happened, guests were then served the delicious chicken complemented by some of Kenny’s well-loved sidings.

Kenny Rogers Roasters’ Newest Ambassadors Solenn Heussaff and Nico Bolzico with (L-R) Kenny Rogers Roasters’ Marketing Manager Mackis Tuazon, General Manager Leonardo Berba and Marketing Director Carlos Vergara

“We wanted to take everyone through the sensory experience that our Garlic Butter Roast can bring. The home-style goodness of garlic and butter can transform any dish into a tempting and savory meal. That’s why we created an awesome journey to savor this aromatic roasted chicken bit by bit,” said Leonardo M. Berba, General Manager of Kenny Rogers Roasters Philippines. 

Kenny Rogers Roasters is a popular rotisserie chicken restaurant in the Philippines. Since 1995, it has been serving its famous menu from its signature roasted chicken, muffins and side dishes. Until today, it continues to expand its offerings by creating deliciously healthy choices. That’s what keeps Kenny’s deliciously awesome!

For more information about the event, check out #sosychick and #GBR on Instagram or go to facebook.com/KennyRogersPH. You can also check out their website kennys.com.ph.

StoneBrothers Inc. Opened Chenglong Motor Showroom in the Philippines

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StoneBrothers Incorporated officially opened Chenglong Motors Showroom in the Philippines, located at 1174 Edsa Balintawak, Quezon City. 

Balintawak Showroom is the first standard showroom specifically on heavy duty truck among Greater Manila district.

Chenglong Motor, Stone Brothers Inc. officials, and special guests join in ribbon cutting to officially launch the Chenglong Balintawak showroom: (From left) Ricardo Chua, Chairman, StoneBrothers Inc.; Cong. Rodito T. Albano III, First District Isabela; Cong. Arnel Ty, LPGMA Party List Representative; Zhou Shaohua, General Manager of Import & Export Company, Chenglong Motor; Xuan Yin, Deputy General Manager, Chenglong Motor; Robin Sy, President of RAVAGO Equipment Rental Inc.; Necisto Sytengco II, Senior Vice President of Marketing Operations and Assistant Treasurer, SBS Philippines Corporation; Ned Bryan Sytengco, Vice President for Investments, SBS Philippines Corporation; and Richardson Chua, General Manager, StoneBrothers Inc.

The opening of the Chenglong Motors Showroom in the Philippines is another milestone achievement for StoneBrothers Incorporated, showing that the company continue to serve the Philippine market. 

The showroom will showcase the latest Tractor Head, Mixer Trucks, and Dump Trucks that are built for Philippines’ Rough Roads, harsh terrains, unpredictable weather and overloaded cargo.

The event was attended by business partners, Chelong Motors executives, local government officials and StoneBrothers family.

Richardson Chua, Stone Brothers Inc. general manager said their company’s focus is on maintenance and continuous support.

 “Our unwavering commitment to our clients, excellent service, and the availability of spare parts is clear in our goal to empower businesses to be able to use less resources to create more. I grew up with trucks from a very young age and truly blessed to be able to do what I love for a living. I thank my father for inspiring me in my love and passion in building this country. That really is how Stone Brothers came to be. I believe this passion unites the Filipinos. I hope that you will let us be part of your dream. The dream of a better country for all of us,” Chua said.

Chenglong brand has been in the Philippines for more than 10 years. There are more than 3,000 units of Chenglong trucks mostly used in the provinces of Luzon to Mindanao.

Chenglong is committed to delivering Safety, Reliability, Fuel Saving and High Effectivity of their trucks.

According to Chua, Stone Brothers’ core advantages on Chenglong Motor trucks are built on durability, efficiency and safety.

Durability

The Chenglong chassis is like no other. Chenglong has a 6,300-ton presser, the only one in Asia. Other companies bend their truck chassis separately. The Chenglong presser is used to bend them at the same time fusing them completely. This eliminates any crevices or imperfections that might be the entrance point of water or other corrosive substances. Chenglong trucks have five layer coating system to make sure that the truck will not rust through the years.

Efficiency

Chenglong trucks are efficient both in fuel consumption and hauling capacity. Using a best in class Yuchai engine, an adaptive transmission and aerodynamic body design Chenglong lower down operating costs by using less fuel and fewer maintenance expenses.

Safety

Because of the keel structure design of the Chenglong truck, or what we like to call it, the dragon bone, it guarantees to be one of the safest cabins in the market today. No less than the Eiffel Tower and the Bird’s nest Olympic stadium uses the same structural design.

As part of Chenglong programs in the Philippines, Stone Brothers Inc. will conduct the following :

• A website will be launched this month for the customers to access complete truck specifications, parts and accessories including downloadable parts hand book at http://chenglong.com.ph/.

• A hotline will be created customers and partners easy access;

• Customers will be offered a quarterly training program about operations and industry standard maintenance and troubleshooting. The first training is scheduled on September 15, 2017; and

• Butuan branch will be launched soon and there will be more branches to open every quarter. Stone Brothers Inc. is planning to open 43 more showrooms in the country

The event held August 11, 20017 was organized by R&A Events Specialist and directed by Ricci Ang.

Visit and follow Chenglong Motor Philippines on Facebook at https://web.facebook.com/chenglongmotorph for more information and updates.

LBC Passport Program Rewards Loyal Customers in U.S. and Canada

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LBC continues to find ways to care for their loyal customers and make certain that they are rewarded. Recently, LBC North America launched a passport program for customers in the U.S. and Canada.

U.S. customers (from July 15,2017) and Canada Customers (from August 15, 2017), who transacted whether through an LBC branch, an authorized partner or a sales representative, were given passports. These passports get to earn reward points until December 31, 2017. 

These points can be converted to a cash card or donation to the CSR project - Project Pearls - once a customer attains a certain number of points.

To get the points, transactions equate to a certain value -- for sea small boxes, the value is 2.5; for sea large or extra-large products’ value is 5.0; for air products is 2.5; VIP services have 2.5 value; while money product has a value of 1.0. One has to have at least 25 points to qualify. Discounted transactions, however, do not earn points. 

Each point earned is exclusive only to the customer and non-transferrable. If a customer opts to donate the points earned to Project Pearls, they will receive a tax deductible receipt within 60 days of point conversion.

To make it easy for customers to track their points, they can view it on their passport or on the LBC website. Redemption period of earned points is until January 31, 2018.

For more details on the promo, patrons can visit any LBC North America and Canada branches nearest to them. They can also call the Customer Service at 1-800-338-5424 in the USA or 1-888-652-2522 in Canada.

LBC is the Philippines’ market leader in retail and corporate courier & cargo, money remittance, and logistics services. With a growing network of over 6,400 branches, hubs & warehouses, partners, and agents in over 30 countries, LBC is committed to moving lives, businesses, and communities and delivering smiles around the world. Listed in the Philippine Stock Exchange through LBC Express Holdings, Inc., LBC aims to deliver value to all of its stakeholders, as it has for over 60 years. Founded in 1945 as a brokerage and air cargo agent, LBC pioneered time-sensitive cargo delivery and 24-hour door-to-door delivery in the Philippines. Today, it is the most trusted logistics brand of the Global Filipino. LBC can move it for you: visit www.LBCexpress.com, or call telephone +632 8585 999 (Metro Manila), 1 800 10 8585 999 (Provincial), +632 9086 522 (Solutions) and follow LBCExpress (Facebook and Twitter).

#WorldVision2kin1k : World Vision aims to sponsor 2,000 children in 1,000 hours

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International humanitarian organization World Vision introduced its new child sponsorship campaign in a press launch last August 22, 2017 entitled “2,000 Children in 1,000 Hours,” and with a hashtag #WorldVision2kin1k . 

The new campaign  “2,000 Children in 1,000 Hours,” stresses the urgency of World Vision’s cause by posing a challenge to everyone who supports child advocacy; that is, to help World Vision secure a better future for 2,000 children within 1,000 hours.

World Vision currently supports 2,000 unsponsored children who are living in dire situations due to lack of access to clean water, full meals, and education. The new campaign aims to draw support from potential sponsors as soon as possible to help provide basic needs to these children and their families and to bring lasting change to their communities.

The “2,000 Children in 1,000 Hours,” presentation was attended by Tippy Dos Santos  with  Vision Youth Ambassador Jasmine Curtis-Smith and World Vision Ambassador for Child Sponsorship Joyce Pring, showing their support for the new campaign.

 Jasmine Curtis-Smith

Tippy Dos Santos  

Joyce Pring

The organization also launched “Sama-Sama,” a music video, to help raise awareness about World Vision and its activities. 

Among the artists featured in the video are World Vision Ambassadors Ogie Alcasid, Tippy Dos Santos, Bianca Umali, Sam Concepcion, Christian Bautista and Richard Supat.

“We are all truly grateful to everyone who showed their support for this campaign; the musicians and ambassadors who gave their time and talent for the cause, and everyone who attended this launch,” shared World Vision National Director Rommel Fuerte. 

“The most vulnerable communities do not have the luxury of time on their side. Our main goal for 2,000 Children in 1,000 Hours is to equip these communities with the right tools to build a better life for themselves and their children. By becoming a sponsor and donating PHP 25 a day, you can help us bring hope to a child’s future,” said Fuerte.

To find out more about 2,000 Children in 1,000 Hours, please visit 2000children.org or call the World Vision hotline number at 372-77-77.

Everyone can help and bring hope to a child’s future by becoming a sponsor and donating PHP 25 a day, With just 25 pesos a day, we can give up our extra rice and sponsor a child with #WorldVision2kin1k