Education is not rare: PSOD and DLS-CSB together in mission to promote inclusive education

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The Philippine Society for Orphan Disorders (PSOD) and the De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde (DLS-CSB) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to formalize their partnership for two programs aimed at promoting inclusive education last March 28, 2019 at Club Filipino Greenhills, San Juan City. 

Mr. Neil Parinas, VIce President for Lasallian Mission and Student Life, Mr. Terence Tiu, Dean and School Director of School for Professional and Continuing Education, Mr. Juan Benedicto Magdaraog, Patient Advocate of Philippine Society for Orphan Disorders, Bro. Dennis Magbanua FSC, President of the De La Salle-College of St. Benilde, Ms. Cynthia Magdaraog, President of Philippine Society for Orphan Disorders, Dr. Carmencita Padilla, Founder and Chairman of Philippine Society for Orphan Disorders, Mr. Robin Serrano, Vice President for Advancement  of the De La Salle-College of St. Benilde.

With the theme “Together in Mission,” the first MoU signing formalized the partnership of the two institutions in undertaking program initiatives to promote PSOD’s mission in upholding the primary concerns and welfare of Filipino individuals with rare disease under the auspices of PSOD. 

Ms. Cynthia Magdaraog, President of Philippine Society for Orphan Disorders, Bro. Dennis Magbanua FSC, President of the De La Salle-College of St. Benilde,Dr. Carmencita Padilla, Founder and Chairman of Philippine Society for Orphan Disorders, Mr. Robin Serrano, Vice President for Advancement  of the De La Salle-College of St. Benilde

Bro. Dennis Magbanua FSC, President of the De La Salle-College of St. Benilde

True to its mission of promoting the Benildean education that is unique in the spirit of inclusion and innovation, the DLS-CSB serves as the central network for the advocacy and effective coordination of all efforts to sustain a quality life for individuals with orphan disorders. 

Mr. Juan Benedicto Magdaraog, Patient Advocate of Philippine Society for Orphan Disorders

The event also marked the launch of “I am Rare Scholarship Fund” initiated by benefactor DLS- CSB alumnus Juan Dickoy Magdaraog who has a rare disease called Pompe. The “I am Rare Scholarship Fund,” which will be lodged to PSOD, endeavors to equip patients for future opportunities to improve their quality of life. PSOD will assess qualified scholars to be sent to college through the School for Professional and Continuing Education (SPaCE) that offers art diploma programs in Basic and Advanced Painting and Multimedia Arts like Digital Photography, Web Design and Video Editing among others. The Center for Inclusive Education (CIE) on the other hand will assist the PSOD scholars on social coaching to help students to easily adapt to  Benildean education and environment. 

Dr. Carmencita Padilla, Founder and Chairman of Philippine Society for Orphan Disorders

Ms. Cynthia Magdaraog, President of Philippine Society for Orphan Disorders

Gracing the ceremonial signing were officials, partners and advocates of both institutions including orphan disorder patients and their parents, members of Benildean Parents in Action and the media. The PSOD and DLS-CSB Partnership MoU was signed by PSOD Founder Dr. Carmencita David-Padilla, PSOD President Cynthia Magdaraog, DLS-CSB President Br. Dennis Magbanua FSC, and DLS-CSB Vice President for Advancement Robin Serrano. Meanwhile, the “I am Rare Scholarship Fund” MoU was signed by benefactor and DLS-CSB alumnus Juan Magdaraog, PSOD Founder Dr. Carmencita David-Padilla, PSOD President Cynthia Magdaraog, DLS-CSB President Br. Dennis Magbanua FSC, DLS-CSB Vice President for Advancement Robin Serrano, Vice President for Lasallian Mission and Student Life Neil Parinas, and Dean and School Director of SPaCE Terence Tiu. 

Brother PH ‘Travel in Style’ summer promo gives free bag for every purchase from Inkjet MFC series

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‘Travel in Style’ with Brother Philippines as it welcomes the hot season with its latest promotion where customers can get a stylish backpack worth Php1,195 for every purchase of any participating machine models from Brother’s Inkjet multi-function centre series.

Buy any of the following participating machines at their suggested retail prices to get the free bag under Brother’s summer promo: 

- Colour Inkjet Printers DCP-T310 at P7,950 

- DCP-T510W at P9,450 

- DCP-T710W at P11,450 

- Colour Inkjet MFC printers MFC-T810W at P13,450 

- MFC-T910DW at P18,950.

What’s more, get any of these high performing, value-for-money Brother Inkjet machines with two free bottles of black ink worth P390 each (except DCP-T310).

Only purchases made at Brother authorized dealers nationwide from April 1 to May 31, 2019 are qualified for the promo. Customers may purchase a maximum of three machines per day during this period.

Customers must register at https://promotions.brother.com.ph/ to be able to claim the free item.

To learn more about the brand and its products, visit the Brother Philippines website at www.brother.com.ph, like its Facebook page (Facebook.com/BROTHERatyourside), and follow it on Twitter (@BROTHERPhils) and Instagram (@BrotherPhils).

8 Reasons To Buy The New Honor 8C

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Shopee, the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan, and global smartphone e-brand Honor Philippines have teamed up to bring the Honor 8C exclusively to Shopee for convenient online purchase from now until April 6.

The Honor 8C comes with a powerful Snapdragon 632 Chipset Processor, long-lasting 4000 mAh battery, a mesmerizing ‘Cat’s Eye’ design, and a ‘DND’ or do not disturb Mode for maximum gameplay experience. But that’s not all that the Honor 8C has to offer.

Special camera effects, an App Twin feature, WiFi bridge and hassle-free online shopping exclusively on Shopee until April 6

Here are eight more reasons to buy the Honor 8C:

1. Camera Augmented Reality (AR) effects

The Honor 8C has built-in 13MP + 2MP dual rear cameras and an 8MP front camera. These don’t just upgrade the quality of the photos, but also allows users to add playful AR stickers to their pictures. Users also have the option to use animated backgrounds for their selfies. 

2. Powerful fingerprint scanner

Nowadays, fingerprint scanners can be found on almost all smartphones. The fingerprint scanner on the Honor 8C is conveniently located at the back for easy access. But it doesn’t just unlock the phone. It can also be used to answer calls, stop an alarm, pull down the notification bar, swipe through photos, and even take photos and videos. 

3. Dual-sim functionality including an App Twin feature

Most dual sim phones in the mid-range category only allow for one sim to be connected to 4G data. Not with the Honor 8C as both sims can be on 4G. The phone also allows users to have two accounts for an application via the App Twin feature. Users can have two numbers and accounts for apps like Whatsapp and Facebook on one phone. 

4. Single key navigation

Users can maximize the beautiful 6.26 inch FullView display by turning on the single key navigation in the settings. This takes out the navigation bar at the bottom allowing for a more unobstructed view of the display and easier single-handed use.

5. Blue light filter

Smartphones allow users to be ‘on’ all the time. However, prolonged exposure to screens have a negative effect on users’ health. The Honor 8C features a blue light filter, which reduces the strain on users’ eyes from continued screen exposure.

6. Smart resolution

Although the Honor 8C has a long-lasting 4000 mAh battery, it still has features that allow users to maximize the battery life further, like the smart resolution. Turning this on reduces the resolution from HD or HD+, allowing users to choose how to get the most out of their remaining juice.

7. WiFi bridge

Using a smartphone as a hotspot is not new, but the WiFi Bridge of Honor 8C allows users to turn their phones into hotspots, not by using up their data, but by sharing an existing WiFi network signal to others. 

8. Enjoy convenient online shopping exclusively on Shopee

The best reason for buying the Honor 8C is that it is available online exclusively on Shopee for hassle-free shopping until April 6. It also offers a lot of practical and advanced features for the affordable price of ₱7,999.

Visit the Honor official store at https://shopee.ph/honorph.officialstore. 

Download the Shopee app for free via the App Store or Google Play.

FUN IN THE SUMMERTIME! Century Park Hotel Offers Thirst-quenching Delights

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Manila, Philippines – Summer has officially started with the scorching sun beating on our backs. All too soon, everyone is heading to the beach or pools or for majority who are in Metro Manila, they are doing the most accessible of all: getting their hands on cold drinks and desserts to beat the sweltering heat.

Palm Grove, the poolside outlet of Century Park Hotel, is all geared up for the sunny season with it’s Fun in the Summertime treats. 

Beat the summer sizzle with our thirst-quenching coolers and delectable snacks from P110 net and up from March 22 – May 31, 2019!

Kids and adults alike can enjoy ice-cold juices and classic Pinoy cold desserts of halo-halo (P250 net), mais con yelo (P180 net), and banana saba con yelo (P180 net) served on a coconut shell.

If you are in the mood for ice cream, you can customize your own sweet dish with options of 1, 2 or 4 scoops from P168net and up. Toppings such as choco chips, rice krispies, frosties, marshmallows, salted peanuts, roasted almonds, pistachio nuts, pink sea salt, chili flakes, cheese bites, pastries and fresh fruits are at your disposal.

You can also enjoy a buy 1, get 1 on beer, soft drinks, iced tea and bottled water.

Active kids and even adults can get hungry after a long swim at the hotel’s outdoor temperature-controlled pools. Palm Grove has prepared special snacks and boxes ranging from pasta, sandwiches, chicken tenders, fries and a whole lot more.

“It is already outdoor season in the country and we highly anticipate guests who will be longing for a day in our pools. We have prepared a number of cool treats and delicious snacks to cap off a perfect day at Century Park Hotel, we hope everyone enjoys what we have in store,” said Anthony Tan, CPH’s General Manager.

Launched in 1976, the Century Park Hotel remains as one of the finest hotels in Manila. It is owned and operated by Maranaw Hotels and Resort Corporation and enjoys a mix of local and international patrons. The renowned establishment has over 500 rooms in varied types and facilities for a complete dining and leisure experience. 

To know more about Century Park Hotel, visit www.centurypark.com or contactinformation@centurypark.com.ph and telephone number: (632) 528-8888.

Keep your home safe from dust and allergens with the Electrolux 2-in-1 Allergy ErgorapidoCordless Stick Vacuum Cleaner

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The new Electrolux Allergy ErgorapidoZB3314AK vacuum cleaner is here to make your home allergen and dust free with an upgraded allergy filter, improved dust-pick up and increased battery performance. 

The ErgorapidoCordless Stick vacuum cleaner by Electrolux, a Swedish brand that has pioneered vacuum cleaner innovations globally, continues to impress as it receives updates that help make homes allergen and dust free.

Among its most exciting features is its upgraded allergy filter, which can capture 99.99% micro-dust particles and allergens, and a new nozzle sealing system for better pick-up of fine dust, pet allergens and bacteria. 

You can also clean for longer with the new Ergorapido. It comes with an improved high-performance lithium turbopowered battery for a longer running time of up to 50 minutes and a self-standing and charging stand. Simply grab it from the charging station and get started. When you put it back in the station, it automatically starts to charge so you always have it ready for action. 

The Ergorapido’s ergonomic design also makes cleaning easy. It has great maneuverability with its 180° Easysteer™ function that lets you swivel around corners or under tables. Its cordless and lightweight design also makes it easy to reach nooks and crannies and to vacuum walls and curtains. 

It also comes with a detachable hand-held unit allowing you to keep shelves and tables dust free, plus a motorized power brush with a wide nozzle great for picking up large crumbs and optimized for generating strong suction. DustSpotter LED Lights make sure you don’t miss a speck of dust in dark corners.

Stubborn hair and fibers that always get stuck on your vacuum brush can now also be removed with no sweat - the BrushRollClean™ feature gets rid of them with a push of a button. 

The Ergorapido vacuum cleaner also comes with a variety of attachments tailor fitted to your every cleaning need, making it truly multifunctional. 

Treat your cushions to a deep clean with the BedPro™ Mini attachment for effortless mattress cleaning and the Upholstery nozzle for sofas and car seats.

If you need reach, there’s the flexi hose and the long crevice nozzle which cleans the tightest nooks.

For people with allergies, pets or even just those with sensitive noses, the new generation Electrolux Allergy 2-in-1 Ergorapido ZB3314AK can turn your home into the dust-free paradise of your dreams. This affordable vacuum cleaner costs only P11,995.00 (SRP) and is available in leading appliance stores nationwide. 

For more information on Electrolux and its products, visit www.electrolux.com.ph and follow @ElectroluxPhilippines on Facebook and Instagram..

The new Electrolux Allergy Ergorapido ZB3314AK vacuum cleaner is here to make your home allergen and dust free with an upgraded allergy filter,  which can capture 99.99% micro-dust particles and allergens, a new nozzle sealing system for better pick-up of fine dust, pet allergens and bacteria, and an improved high-performance lithium turbopowered battery for a longer running time of 50minutes with a self-standing and charging stand. 

Electrolux shapes living for the better by reinventing taste, care and wellbeing experiences, making life more enjoyable and sustainable for millions of people. As a leading global appliance company, we place the consumer at the heart of everything we do. Through our brands, including Electrolux, AEG and Frigidaire, we sell more than 60 million household and professional products in more than 150 markets every year. In 2018, Electrolux had sales of SEK 124 billion and employed 54,000 people around the world. 

For more information go to www.electroluxgroup.com.ph.