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Sunday, September 21, 2014

CAMPI Opens the 5th Philippine International Motor Show (PIMS) with Senator Bam Aquino

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The Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines, Inc. (CAMPI), formally opened the much-awaited 5th Philippine International Motor Show (PIMS), a 4-day motoring event happening on September 18-21 at the World Trade Center in Pasay City.

The opening ceremony was led by no less than Senator Paolo Benigno "Bam" Aquino IV, the Chairman of the Senate Committee on Trade, Industry & Entrepreneurship. He was joined by key officials of CAMPI members and affiliates as well as delegates of the ASEAN Automotive Product Working Group.

“This year’s Philippine International Motor Show goes beyond being a world-class motoring convergence, more importantly, it’s a demonstration of how the automotive industry plays a significant role in shaping this nation’s progress,” says Sen. Aquino IV.

On its 5th year, PIMS brings together unique exhibits from (17) top car manufacturers and distributors in the country, and serves as the perfect platform to champion the exponential growth of the motoring industry.

“PIMS is the perfect demonstration of the successes that the Philippine motoring industry has achieved over the years. We enjoyed double-digit growth since 2011, and we have no plans of letting up” says Atty. Rommel Gutierrez, President of CAMPI.

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The theme of the story is all about love and how love can change the life of the people involved. "Love conquers all". It means love is the most powerful force ever. If you have ever seen or read Romeo and Juliet, they both secretly marry, their families are at war with each other, the montegues and the caplets, Juliet fakes her own death and Romeo believes that she is really dead and poisons himself in her tomb. She wakes up and sees him dying and kills herself after a bit. I took two people who love each other to die in their arms to stop the families fighting because they loved each other. But in the story, because of the power of the true love a person can give, everything was turned back to the time when Justine could save the life of his love, Rhiannon.

The story symbolizes what love can do to a person. Well, it can turn your world upside down in a blink of an eye, if you love someone and that person loves you as well, that is the best feeling known to every living creature in this world.

The feeling of completeness and being loved is something words can never define, you find yourself on the top of the world and life feels like heave every morning when you wake up and the day goes like that. You get the confidence in you knowing that someone loves you and you find strength in yourself and you feel that you can do anything anytime. You start looking at yourself and life in a different way and its so positive that every wrong seems right and every impossible feels possible. You get an unknown energy in yourself that makes you so strong that you can fight for anything that puts harm in your way and the person you love.... You find yourself complete and invincible......

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Chandria agreed on having a secret relationship with Relexys, even though Relexys already has a new girlfriend because Chandria still like him. Same as Relexys, there might be a chance that he still likes her but chose to dump her because she might need something from Gayle. What kind of ex-boyfriend with a new girl decided to have a secret relationship with her ex-girlfriend? They still do have feelings for each other but circumstances interfered, that’s the reason.

Before Chandria became an agent, she was shy and uncomfortable with many things around her. Every time she kills a target she doesn't shed a tear not only because she is trained but also because she is angry with herself that she was not brave enough before, that is why many unfortunate things happened to her. As an agent she should be aware of all the moves her target will do so that she won’t fail the mission like the mother who tried to secretly reach for the knife.

When she saw the mother’s child, it was said that she showed no sympathy toward the kid because if she did, she might forget the traits of an agent and her old traits will come back. And she doesn’t want the old shy and weak Chandria. She only thinks that the kid doesn’t deserve to lose her mother like that because back then, her parents were killed and she was left under her grandmother’s care.

Chandria’s rude attitude toward Ed tells that Ed isn’t a very kind or nice person. As their boss, Ed needs to push his agents to things they don’t want to do. Maybe every time Chandria says she give up, Ed is always there to say “No. You can’t”.

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The story is all about forgiveness and acceptance. Everyone in this world should accept what someone’s capabilities are. We all have something that ourselves that will make us important in this world. People should be ready to forgive others and forgive themselves. The key to moving on is forgiveness. In order for us to start again a part of us will always have to forgive the things we have done to ourselves and the people who have wronged us.

The story shows the struggle of Sawyer to figure out who he really is. His life in Maxon’s body made him realize what he has in life, why he should be thankful and of course to know his importance in this chaotic world.

e should all know that there would always be someone to lighten your world in your darkest days. That everyone has a role in this world and we live for a certain purpose. In certain moments, our lives could turn around so we should be thankful of every blessing we receive. In some way, we would leave a mark in every life we have come across with.

Here is our original short story for the day. Please read and appreciate.

Wazzup Pilipinas Original Short Stories Series: 12 Stars

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Is it true that you cannot trust anybody even if you were friends for a long time? They say it's because people are prone to jealousy and selfishness. Time will soon change their attitude and behavior especially when they feel they should get more of what they are having right now.

We should learn to read emotions and expressions of people and try to unlock the mystery behind those faces that may somehow show their real feelings towards you.

In a world full of "chameleons," nobody has permanent and real friends. Every one eventually changes in time depending on their needs and wants. Soon enough, their ultimate goals will surface and you'll soon discover their real intentions, or at least, their once hidden desires and longings.

Sometimes, we would suddenly realize that we too have changed, either for the better or for the worst. It's all about survival in a world where the strong, affluent and influential remains among those that stood a greater chance to succeed. Also, sometimes, we will realize that everything happens for a reason, perhaps to make room for something better in our lives.

Please read on below for our original short story for the day.

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You asked for it, you got it. It blew everyone's minds into epic proportions...or am I saying it right. I believe I am still in a state of awe, if not shock, due to what I've seen at the Bench underwear and denim fashion show event entitled The Naked Truth.

True enough, we all saw several celebrities (hot athletes and showbiz personalities) in their bare essentials wearing almost nothing (of course, silly! it's an underwear showcase). While it is true that a few of them did not go full underwear, a lot were so daring in both outfit and actions. Naughty and almost freakishly frolicking like they're flirting with the audience (that's part of the script, silly!)

I may not have been there, but my timeline from all social media accounts where all trending with photos from the event. So I decided to have some posted here with due credits to all the owners (emphasized on: Not My Photos). I got so lost with the ownership already so please bear with me.

Some of the photos came from the celebrities own social media account like Instagram and Twitter, while some are from fans tweeting non-stop and almost endlessly especially during the event.

Below are some quality photos taken from social media. I will add more as soon as I find some more worth sharing.

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Sugarleaf Organic Market and Café Makati welcomes back, Ms. Gina Salting Yambot, dedicated health advocate, the original creator of the one-stop café-store concept of highlighting organic and natural ingredients in a simple but delicious menu enjoyed be people of all ages. The store showcases food and non-food items customers can purchase to continue a sustainable healthy lifestyle at home while scheduled talks, seminars and workshops complete the holistic concept.

Commenting on her return after over a year, Gina shares “Home is where your heart is, and I am glad I am home. In my brief absence, I did a lot of recipe development on gluten free, soy free, casein free, and paleo food among others. As much as I can, I source out locally, our bodies respond better when we take in food grown in our homeland. Being back in the kitchen of Sugarleaf, I will bring you to another level of enjoying organic & natural food. ”

Business partner Angelo Narciso Songco adds “Gina’s return is great timing to complement the exciting things in store for our loyal and new customers. Every visit promises new products which we and our partner merchants proudly source out or produce. We continue to thank our partners at MEDICard who continue to believe in our mission of bringing health to more Filipinos one person at a time. Watch out for them in the coming weeks and months through to 2015.”

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The chance is here for anyone with any talent to audition to compete in “Asia’s Got Talent”!

Soon to be the biggest talent competition in the world, “Asia’s Got Talent” will open its doors for individual and group acts of all ages to showcase their amazing skills on Sunday, 28 September 2014 from 10am – 6pm at SMX Convention Center (Seashell Ln, Pasay City, 1300 Metro Manila, Philippines). Anyone who wishes to share their talent with the world is welcome to walk in and audition.

For those unable to make the open audition in the Philippines, additional events are scheduled in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia and Singapore. Budding stars can also log on to www.axn-asia.com/AsiasGotTalent for more details or to audition online.

“Asia’s Got Talent” is co-owned by FremantleMedia and Simon Cowell’s Syco Entertainment and will premiere on AXN in early 2015 across 20 territories in Asia, including South Korea, Hong Kong and the Republic of China.

Earlier this year, “Got Talent” set the Guinness World Record as the world's ‘Most Successful Reality TV Format’ with 58 productions across Africa, the Americas, Europe, Asia Pacific, and the Middle-East. “Asia's Got Talent” now marks the 63rd version of this international ratings phenomenon.

Manny Pacquiao Leads Team Kia Sorento as Head Coach

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Attendees of the 5th Philippine International Motor Show (PIMS) got a taste of what Kia Motors will bring to the worlds of motoring and sports.

The PIMS is one of the grandest auto exhibitions in the country and wanting to make a unique mark in this year’s staging, Columbian Autocar Corporation (CAC) brings a knockout surprise for the media and the public to enjoy!

Following its historic bid to join the Philippine Basketball Association (PBA), the exclusive distributor of Kia Motors in the Philippines sets a unique primer for both its vehicle lineup and team roster.

On September 18 and 20, CAC and Kia featured its impressive array of cars alongside the newly formed lineup of Team Kia Sorento.

Vehicle nameplates include the stylish compact, Kia Picanto; the cutting-edge All-New Kia Soul; the modern family car, Kia Carens; the performance SUV, Kia Sportage; the reveal of the K2700 Urban Passenger Vehicle (UPV); and the team namesake, Kia Sorento. The players, on the other hand, are a mix of college hoops standouts turned PBA pros like 2001 UAAP MVP Rich Alvarez, notable rookies like Kenneth Ighalo, and probably the most iconic draft pick of all, player-coach Manny Pacquiao.

Wazzup Pilipinas Original Short Stories Series: Deepest Regret

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"Rachel, I'm saying these things to you because I want you to learn from my mistake. From what I observe, you're still living in the past. You can't move on because your mind says so. That it was your father's fault. But, Rachel, it was an accident. You should not accuse your father because he can't do that. He loves his family so much. He loves your mother and you very much."

Rachel Evergreen is the main character of the story. She got in an accident two years ago with her parents. Because of the accident, her personality changed from a jolly and friendly person into a taciturn and close-minded person. Her feelings for her father also changed because she believes that it was her father’s fault why her mother died in the car accident. She acquired Herplex Boolemia from the accident, which means that the heart is not functioning normally and may stop beating because of extreme shock.

The theme of the story is about regrets. These are things that you have the chances to do it but you didn’t do it. This is the saddest thing you will realize in the result of your decisions.

An intriguing story that is worth reading by all. Please appreciate our short story for the day.

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Last week's e-Blog Mo Na Yan! episode dated September 13, 2014 was all about the state of the nation's entrepreneurs. The segment is a part of the show being aired at Radyo Inquirer DZIQ 990 AM in partnership with Vigattin Radio and Wazzup Pilipinas where bloggers actively participate in the discussion.

We all had the honor of sharing the hour with Earl Martin Valencia, President of IdeaSpace Philippines, Oliver Segovia, CEO of AVA, and Bryan Gallinger, Founder of Iron Sharpens Iron. Alvin Laurente, Business Blogger of alvinlaurente.com and yours truly, Ross Flores Del Rosario, founder of Wazzup Pilipinas acted as blogcasters that conducted the interview along with radio host Den Macaranas, veteran broadcaster, and Elison Barcelo, founder of Vigattin Radio.

From the discussion, we came up with the realization that many participate in the ever-increasing interest for entrepreneurship especially now that there are companies that provide some funding to help bright minds, especially start-ups, to establish their business and put their ideas up to the next level. You can watch and listen to the show's recorded live broadcast uploaded regularly at http://www.vigattin.com/

e-Blog Mo Na Yan! is a segment at Vigattin Radio held every Saturday, from 10 to11 AM. The program tackles relevant issues, news and updates about topics mostly concerning entrepreneurship, startups, technology, education, governance and the connection of IT with various sectors like government, health, environment, business, and economy. Bloggers join in on the discussion to participate in interviewing the guests and later on blog about the radio show. Ross Del Rosario of Wazzup Pilipinas is a regular and mainstay who is also in charge of inviting some of the guests and potential advertisers.

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Lifestyles differ and needs change but the prestige a Kia Sorento brings is consistent.

Prestige is something that Kia Sorento exudes from all angles, from inside or out. Whether you’re out with friends on a road trip, on a Saturday date night, or on a daily family trip to school, Kia Sorento is the face of prestige you’ll want to be seen in.

There is elegance, smooth surfacing, and stylish functionality– three key design elements that one can appreciate and enjoy.

This 7-seater performance SUV from the Korean auto giant is a stunning sight on the road.

Kia Sorento is first and foremost a capable off-roader, while combining a robust and modern profile with sophistication inside. Straight, clean lines outline its silhouette and once you look closer, elegant details are accentuated as well. LED positioning lamps, distinctive rear combination lamps, and newly designed alloy wheels make for its standout stature.

Adding a touch of fun, a panoramic sunroof gives off a fresher experience on your every ride. Sorento’s three-quarter length glass encased roof with tilt and slide sunroof lets cool breeze and sun rays in, giving both driver and passengers a unique taste of their driving environment (EX variant only).

Kia knows the importance of comfort and convenience and Kia Sorento takes this enjoyment a notch higher.

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Asian Carmakers Corporation (ACC), the official importer and distributor of BMW in the Philippines, is set to make waves at the 5th Philippine International Motor Show (PIMS) with a world-class exhibition of its exceptional clan of Sport Activity Vehicles – the BMW X Series.

Held at the World Trade Center in Pasay City from September 18 to 21, 2014, the 5th PIMS is home to the BMW X Pavilion where guests can experience a journey of endless explorations with the complete model range of BMW X vehicles, composed of the new BMW X1 M Sport Edition, the new BMW X3, the all-new BMW X5 M Sport Edition, the BMW X6 Sport Activity Coupe and the latest addition to the lineup, the first ever BMW X4.

“ACC is proud to bring JOY at the 5th Philippine International Motor Show as we usher guests into a world of pure adventure coupled with luxury in its highest form. Furthermore, as testament to our undisputed market leadership, we are thrilled to unveil the latest additions to the BMW X family, making it an even stronger clan of BMW Sports Activity Vehicles characterized by unparalleled driving dynamics, premium ambience, and robust performance,” said Maricar Parco, ACC President.

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The Beetle is an icon. It has inspired countless stories all over the world, Hollywood included. It is a story by itself. The success story of the Volkswagen Beetle has played no small role in making it an icon of automotive history. The new generation now bridges the gap from old and familiar to new lifestyles. With a new design and the latest technologies, the Beetle reveals itself as a car of the 21st century – bolder, more dynamic and truly engineered to play.

“The Beetle has always been special to me. I first learned how to drive with a Beetle and will always have fond memories, as I’m sure many Filipinos do. And now, the new Beetle is made easier to own with the introduction of our newest variant; making the most iconic car more accessible to Filipinos”, said Mr. JP Orbeta, president of Automobile Central Enterprise, Inc. (ACEI), the official importer and distributor of Volkswagen cars in the country.

Volkswagen continues its intelligent downsizing and transfers new forward-looking TSI technology to even smaller displacements with the new 1.2 TSI. TSI engines are well-known to be highly efficient and low in emissions, the new Beetle’s 1.2 TSI variant provides suitable driving performance and economy.

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The country’s biggest international motor show will once again wow the public as it showcase the latest and the future models in the automotive scene. Organized by the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines Inc. (CAMPI), the 5th Philippine International Motor Show (PIMS) with the theme “Progress in Motion” is sure to bring exciting displays of vehicles and an array of amazing shows and fun activities from September 18 to 21, 2014 at the World Trade Center in Pasay City.

Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation (MMPC) will showcase a grand display of its newest models and concept vehicles at the 5th PIMS. Not only car fanatics but the whole family will definitely enjoy MMPC’s booth since they will have the chance to see Mitsubishi concept vehicles that made their debut at prestigious international motor shows such as the Geneva Motor Show and Tokyo Motor Show.

MMPC flew in these concept vehicles including the actual Pajero Dakar Rally car to give the public a true feel of attending an international motor show. Aside from the exciting displays MMPC will also be offering test drives of the 2015 ASX, Mirage, Mirage G4, Montero Sport and the world’s first plug-in hybrid electric vehicle SUV, the Outlander PHEV, in this 4-day event.

Exciting activities, freebies and exclusive discounts are also up for grab during the event. MMPC will launch the Mirage Eco Dash game wherein PIMS visitors will be given the chance to play on-site and win exciting prizes. A lot of cool raffle prizes will be at stake for those who will visit MMPC’s pavilion.