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Monday, November 4, 2013

Samsung Hall Launched at SM Aura


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The Samsung Hall located at the SM Aura Premier in Bonifacio Global City (BGC) was recently launched in cooperation with the three big corporate brands of Samsung, Smart and SM Aura.

SM Aura Premier sets the stage with Samsung Hall, the latest performance theater for sizzling global acts. An event space for young movers and shakers, it is geared to become the foremost venue for concerts and performances. Take in the scene at The Deck, an alfresco setup right beside Samsung Hall. With a breathtaking view of the metro, life cannot get any better.

The guests were treated with some cocktails and finger foods from the prime restaurants located at SM Aura while waiting for the official launch of the Samsung Hall.

There was also a special mini concert held at the Samsung Hall with D'Sound as the guest band performing a few of their songs live.


Thor : The Dark World in Digital 3D Special Blocked Screening


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True believers have witnessed the God of Thunder at the special blocked screening of Thor : The Dark World in Digital 3D. We did not only see the man in action flexing his muscles at the sight of the enemies and throwing the Mjolnir hammer but he also had a scene partly stripped showing his enormous figure from the waist up!

Marvel fans out there rejoiced not only for Thor but for the rest of the cast.....and weird as it may seem, even for Loki, the half-brother of Thor who somehow made a whats seemed to be a noble effort to help out this brother and their kingdom called Asgard.

....and oh yeah! There was another cameo, as usual by Stan Lee, at a scene in a mental institution.


Dayaw 2013 : October is Indigenous Peoples Month



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Dayaw, the biggest gathering of indigenous Filipino cultures organized by the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA), will be gracing Tacloban, Leyte this November 27-29. 2013 in celebration of October as Month of the Indigenous Peoples. The NCCA is led by its Chairman Felipe M. De Leon Jr. and Executive Director Emelita V. Almosara, CESO IV.

Spearheaded by the NCCA’s Subcommission on Cultural Communities and Traditional Arts (SCCTA), under Commissioner Joycie Dorado-Alegre, Dayaw is annually done in in celebration of National Indigenous Peoples’ Month observed every October. Leyte-Samar Heritage Society, Inc. and the local government of Leyte headed by Gov. Dominic Petilla will be the partners of NCCA for this year’s festival.

This year, Dayaw 2013 will showcase the different indigenous groups of the country, and an enriching and interesting array of activities including institutionalized film showing, fashion show of authentic indigenous wear and a food festival. Other activities are performances, rituals, forums, traditional cuisine demos, traditional games, arts and crafts exhibit and cultural tours, among others.

A Surprise Wedding Proposal at One Pacific Place


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Just imagine for a moment, a young lady getting proposed to by her boyfriend in front of friends, colleagues and relatives, in the middle of what she thought was a different celebration through a video uploaded on the guy's Facebook account. But it was a real surprise treat when she found out everyone else knew it was going to happen that day. It's like the whole world ganged up on her to make her day a truly memorable one!!!

You know it’s good and real when a surprise marriage proposal is made from a totally different country all the way to the Philippines, and all your loved ones contributed to make your soon-to-be-very-special day a success - now that's EFFORT with all caps!!!

It was quite an elaborate setup with special thanks to all the people who came and helped out - and tried their best to keep it a secret to the bride-to-be.


Experiencing the Spirit to Serve at the Philippine National School for the Blind


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Caring for the disabled members of our society should always be a prime concern not only of the government and private corporations but also of all individuals. Most of these people were born with the disabilities, while some met an unfortunate accident. We should therefore make it a point to always give them hope that we are here to help them go through life.

Some of them emerged talented and were recognized joining talent competitions. They have exceptional skills that are worth of a second look and of discovery.

The Philippine National School for the Blind located in the city of Pasay recently got some donations from the Marriott Hotel Manila in the form of some bed linens and kitchen utitlities.

We were invited to take part in the honorable act of social responsibility for our disadvantaged brothers and sisters who are desperately needing our support and concern.


Singapore Airlines Offers Reduced Fares to Several Destinations


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There are a lot of promo fares around but usually they come with economy seats that makes your flight a stressful rather than a relaxing activity. Who wants to take a flight off to a dream vacation in a heavenly place but with a hellish airline service?

I usually hate the food, or the lack of it, when I travel off to a destination in an economy flight. But you really get what you pay for even when they're not really a promo or discounted fare. I prefer to pay more but will surely get a more restful flight back and forth to any point available.

When you travel on Singapore Airlines, you'll enjoy the award winning service that even other airlines talk about. Regardless of whether you are travelling in Suites, First, Business or Economy Class, the Singapore Airlines cabin products are designed to offer travellers more comfort and personal space.

The Philippine market is one of the biggest growing market in terms of leisure and tourist. This is the right opportunity to offer something exceptionally good to the Filipino market.

Sapi by Director Brillante Mendoza : A Possession That Will Boggle Your Minds



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Award-winning Director Brillante Mendoza was recently conferred by the Ministry of Culture of France with the Chevalier dans l’Ordre des Arts et des Lettres and most notable distinction of being the only Filipino director to win the Best Director trophy at the prestigious Cannes Film Festival in 2009 for Kinatay (that starred Coco Martin).

Today, he has his latest film entitled "Sapi" (Possession) that alreasy world premiered at the A-List Toronto international Film Festival, next in Sitges, Spain and Busan Intl Film Festival both this 1st week of October per below Poster’s initial list of Laurels.

The Philippine Premiere of "Sapi" will be on November 6, 2013 in SM Megamall Theater, 6 PM with its week-long theatrical releases to follow.

Filipino Representatives Off to the AXE Apollo Space Academy


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Now who doesn't want to fly off to space inside a rocket ship? I will trade everything else of my material possessions just to get an opportunity to travel the unknown territories of space and represent the Philippines in an epic journey towards the coolest place to be!

After a competitive eight-month selection process, the three-man Philippine delegation to the international AXE Apollo Global Space Camp in the U.S. this coming December has finally been announced by the Number One fragrance brand in the world.

Daniel Angelo Roque, Evan Rey Datuin and Ramil Santos will undergo training missions designed to simulate space flight and real astronaut training at the AXE’s space camp in Orlando, Florida.

They will compete among each other to be the best Filipino representative destined to become the First Filipino Astronaut ever. The title of ‘first Filipino in space’ will go to the best candidate, someone all Filipinos can look up – figuratively and literally,” said AXE Philippines Brand Manager, Gem Laforteza.

Slurpee Bring Your Own Cup Day Philippines at 7-11


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Nov 7, 2013 is the 7-11 Slurpee BYO Cup Day where everyone in the Philippines can bring their own cup, whether outrageous, weird, zany, or simply out-of-this-world, to any 7-11 branch nationwide and drink up on your favorite Slurpee!

A little history of the Bring Your Own BYO Cup Day - it all started in 7-Eleven Australia that sent people rushing to the stores with their teapots, pots, canisters and even wheelbarrow!

And now it is happening in the Philippines - for one day only.

I attended the launch of the BYO Cup Day held at the URBN Bar and Kitchen in Bonifacio Global City. There were a few attendees who brought their own interesting cup, just like me, who had to rush to a nearby store to buy measuring cups...hehehe. But I don't think that was interesting enough for the people who judged the winner because they awarded the recognition for the best cup to a beach bucket! Hahaha

The BYO Cup Day in Manila is in partnership with Coca Cola and Slurpee!


Foodtography : The Beginner's Session


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The Photography Academy - Manila is the most prestigious Photography school in the Philippines with the mission to develop photographers who make a difference.

They've been holding several workshops designed for both beginners and experts in Photography. They've sponsored a photography class before for us dealing with Fashion Photography.


The Photography Academy - Manila in partnership with Mrs. Fields Cookie Cafe now introduces you to a mouth watering Food Photography class on November 9, 2013 at around 2 to 6 pm at the Treston International College in Taguig City.

The fee is only Php 1,500.00. Hurry up because its limited slots only.

Honda XRM 125 : Challenging the Extremes!


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As the country’s number 1 motorcycle manufacturer and distributor, Honda Philippines, Inc. is consistently providing motorcycles of the highest quality. In every bike produced, Hondais committed to the highest goal of fulfilling every customer’s dream. And in the pursuit of realizing these Filipinos’ dreams, Honda has won the trust of customers –becoming Number 1, both in motorcycle industry sales and in the heart of Filipinos.

The Honda XRM Series has been unchallenged since it was first introduced as XRM110 in 2002. On 2003, it was the first motorcycle in the Philippines equipped with Automatic Headlight On (AHO). On 2004, it has already gained the number 1 position in terms of sales. On 2005, HPI reached 1 millionth production unit with the XRM. On 2007, Honda Philippines, Inc. launched XRM125 – equipped with Euro2 compliant engine which is again the first in the Philippines. On 2008, the No. 1 most trusted motorcycle model in the Philippines with its new stripes was introduced. And then on 2010, giving the customers the power of choice, XRM trinity with 3 model variants – the Dual Sport, the Off road model and the Motard were launched.

Filipinos love for the XRM is just unmatched.Specifically designed and developed for Philippine road conditions, Honda XRM is and will always be the country’s On/Off under-bone motorcycle king. Honda XRM is just unstoppable. This bike is made to challenge the extremes – from the paved roads of Metro Cities to the toughest terrains of Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao country roads. All these can be negotiated by this powerful, rugged yet easy to ride bike.

2nd Laguna Blogging Summit : The Social Media Revolutionists Invade Laguna on November 14 and 15


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Social Media Revolutionists
are in full battle gear and are all ready and equipped to invade Laguna this coming November 14 and 15 for the 2nd Laguna Blogging Summit (#2LaBS)!

Event registration will start as early as 7 am at the Cultural Center of Laguna inside the Provincial Capitol at the Municipality of Santa Cruz.

For this year, the organizers invited different empowered and powerful influencers from the mainstream and online media who they tagged as Social Media Revolutionists for showing their advocacies without fear, conveying their voices effectively with action, influencing their communities and by being the representatives of social forces.

Last year, the event received more than 700 attendees from different schools such as Laguna State Polytechnic University (LSPU), AMA, STI and UPLB. For this year, De La Salle Zobel from Ayala, Alabang are coming to #2LaBS to learn more about the importance of Online Marketing, effectiveness of Social Media in todays business, Cybercrime Law, Anti Cyber Bullying, Blogging 101 and why 33% Filipinos are online recently.


Yabang Pinoy’s Global Pinoy Bazaar 2013 Connects Proudly Filipino Brands With Consumers



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On November 23-24, 2013 at the Rockwell Tent, Yabang Pinoy’s Global Pinoy Bazaar 2013 once again showcases Filipino entrepreneurship at its finest, with unique products for the equally proud Filipino consumer.

For seven years straight, the pioneering Filipino pride movement’s annual bazaars have been proof that the Filipino entrepreneur can produce business concepts, products, and services that can compete with global brands. Each bazaar has featured a lineup of brands that range from apparel, accessories, travel essentials, home décor, home and wellness products, and Filipino art and design creations.

In Global Pinoy Bazaar 2013, these entrepreneurs take it up a notch by launching Holiday collections, and offering premium limited-edition products and discounts for patrons. Shoe brand Soulier PH, for example, will introduce special shoe-clips handmade by Gawad Kalinga communities. Likewise, t-shirt brand Art Initiative will unveil fresh designs from artists Nemo Aguila and Sarah Gaugler. Truly, Global Pinoy Bazaar has also enabled budding entrepreneurs, artists, designers, musicians, and creative minds to meet, be discovered, and collaborate with each other.

Where to Find Mr. Perfect


(credits to the owner)

Once upon a time, a perfect man and a woman met.

After the courtship, they had a perfect wedding. Their life together was, of course, happy.

One snowy, stormy Christmas Eve, this couple was driving their
 car along a road, when they noticed someone at the side
 of the road. Being the kind couple, they stopped to help.

There stood Santa Claus with a huge bundle of toys. Not wanting to
disappoint any children on the eve of Christmas, the couple loaded
 Santa and his toys into their vehicle.
 Soon they were driving along delivering the toys.
 Unfortunately, the couple and Santa Claus had an accident.

Only one of them survived the accident.

Who was the survivor? (Scroll down for the answer. Trust me, it's worth it)
  

The Perks of Being a Fangirl




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A fangirl is a female fan who supports her idol. The idol may be a dancer, a singer or an actor. She shows her dedication to her idol by supporting all of his or her activities, buying their merchandise, watching him or her perform onstage and by sending him letters. There are many causes why a normal girl would become a fangirl. And there are many effects as well that can affect her life in the future or in her present-day life.

K-Pop fangirls are not all born, some are made. One reason why they are made is because of their friends who provoke them to become fangirls. When they are already fangirls, they’ll start listening to songs and watch music videos, and then they'll possibly fall in love with it all, not just to their songs and videos but also the ones who perform them. 

Being a K-Pop fan is more than just adoring K-Pop idols. We are learning how to value things. It is love. It is all about sacrifices, because fan girls would do everything for their biases (K-pop idol crushes) whether it is good or bad. Sometimes, fangirls are crossing their limitations, such as learning to wander off without asking for permission to your parents, learn to lie, be warfreaks (especially if they are talking bad about your bias), disobey their parents, not focusing on their studies anymore and and being judged by other people, which lead them to the bad effects. 

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