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Tuesday, October 20, 2015

Passage of Social Enterprise Bill Ensures No One Is Left Behind


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As the world hails the International Day of Poverty Eradication and the recent adoption of 17 new global goals during the United Nations (UN) Sustainable Development Summit in New York City, social enterprises call to the Philippine government to put poverty at zero rates by fast-tracking the passage of the Poverty Reduction through Social Entrepreneurship (PRESENT) Bill.

The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) is a set of universal agenda critical in ending poverty, fighting inequality and protecting the environment across nations, adding that the integration of goals hinge on people, planet, prosperity, peace, and partnership will set a world where ‘No one is left behind’.

The SDGs succeeded the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) and is consisted of 17 goals and 169 targets serving as blueprint for 193 UN member states to work for in the next 15 years, from 2015 to 2030. First of the goals is poverty eradication with other important goals on gender equality, climate change, decent employment, inequality, and justice which were absent in the MDGs.

In the 2014 country report of the National Economic Development Authority (NEDA), achievement in poverty reduction is dismal from the country’s target for MDGS. Poverty incidence declined from 34.4% to 25.2% from 1991 to 2012 despite the MDG target of 17.2% by 2015. The rate of poverty reduction has also been slow for the period of 2006 to 2012 with an over-all reduction of only 1.4% in six (6) years time. 

PH hosts the ASEAN Plus Three Tourism Youth Summit


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The Philippine Department of Tourism (DOT) was the proud host of the recently-concluded ASEAN Plus Three (China, Japan, and Korea) Tourism Youth Summit 2015 with the theme: “Building the Future through Culture, Identity, and Community” held on 28 September to 03 October 2015 at the South Palms Resort in Panglao, Bohol and at the Radisson Blu Hotel in Cebu City.

The program is one of the components of the ASEAN Plus Three Tourism Cooperation Work Plan 2013 – 2017 adopted during the 12th Meeting of ASEAN, China, Japan, and ROK Tourism Ministers last January 2013 in Vientiane, Lao PDR. The Philippines and Thailand were selected as the lead country coordinators to organize the summit which Thailand convened for two consecutive years.

With the goal of informing the youth about the ASEAN initiatives and the ASEAN Economic Community (AEC) as agreed by the tourism ministers in January 2015, the summit provided a venue for cultural exchange, immersion, and appreciation. It also raised the level of awareness among the ASEAN youth on issues pertaining to cultural preservation, environmental protection, and socio-economic growth. The activity likewise established a strong foundation for the ASEAN youth in the tourism industry and highlighted the equality of men and women in the tourism industry.

Presentations were made on the travel and tourism industry situation in their respective countries. Group workshops ensued on three main topics: 1) Promote ASEAN as a single destination, 2) Enhance human resource development and quality tourism, 3) Ensure sustainable and inclusive tourism.

Coffee, Chocolate and Ice Cream Expo Back-to-Back with Holiday Travel and Dining Deals


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Coffee, chocolate and ice cream lovers and connoisseurs have a huge reason to celebrate

The most prestigious coffee, chocolate and ice cream trade show in the country will happen before the year ends.

The Coffee, Chocolate and Ice Cream Expo will be held on November 18 to 20, 2015 at the SMX Convention Center Aura, 3rd Level SM Aura Premier, Taguig City.

At long last, a trade show exclusively for the coffee, chocolate and ice cream industry has been mounted by NEO CCM ENT EVENTS CORP.

Most of the recent trade show events in the metropolis have featured a good mix of food and beverages.

This specialized expo comes at a time when increased focus on these industries has become a necessity due to the larger demand for coffee, chocolate and ice cream products.

The Coffee , Chocolate and Ice Cream Exposition is a trade show that accords primary focus on these three main products and brings to fore the most effective platform to showcase the finest local and international coffee, chocolate and ice cream products, bar and café equipment and technologies all under one roof.

Monday, October 19, 2015

Learn About Plane Crashes and Super Systems on Discovery Science this October


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This October, Discovery Science examines how some of mankind’s best inventions work - and malfunction.

In the new season of Why Planes Crash, pilots and passengers relive the rare and horrifying occasions in which malice, human error or technical faults turn routine flights into nightmares! The search takes viewers inside some of the most terrifying situations imaginable with the aid of shocking archive footage and dramatic animated reconstructions. What brought troubles to these planes?

The answers are on the way as Why Planes Crash airs Thursdays, 9:50 pm.

The most complex systems help make our world a better and more livable place. In a new season on Discovery Science, Super Systems returns and pulls back the curtain on some of the incredible people and machines that keep the planet ticking.

Curious on what made the list? Catch the new season of Super Systems as it premieres on October 20, Tuesday, 8.10pm.

Assemblage: The Court Of The Owls (Halloween Dance Costume Event)


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Ready your costumes as we take flight to the Biggest Halloween Event ever yet!

STRIX INC presents ASSEMBLAGE: The Court Of The Owls (Halloween Dance Costume Event)
to be held on October 30, 2015 at the World Trade Center at 7PM onwards!
Headliners:
Thomas Newson
Ftampa
Tom Swoon
International Support acts:
Zoo Theory
No Class

Local DJs:
FUNK AVY
Everyday People
Sai Dy
together with MC AOH!

-OPEN BAR FROM 7PM - 9PM
-We WILL BE GIVING CASH PRIZE FOR THE BEST IN COSTUME!

Social Enterprise and Policy: Enabling Inclusive Economies



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It is widely acknowledged that social enterprises play an important role in addressing social, economic and environmental challenges, in fostering inclusive growth and in increasing social inclusion because they aim to pursue the general interest benefit communities. Social enterprises contribute to local community development by creating opportunities in urban and rural depressed areas where there is little prospect for wealth creation as well as provide support for vulnerable individuals who may have otherwise had no chance for employment.

Supporting social enterprise creation and development may allow public policies to meet employment and other social and economic challenges in a more efficient and effective way than if they rely on the public or private sectors alone, therefore improving the spending of public money.

This conference aims to look at how public policy can support social enterprises through – the promotion of social entrepreneurship, building of legal, regulatory and fiscal frameworks, provision of sustainable finance and the offer of business development services and support structures.

The Social Enterprise and Policy: Enabling Inclusive Economies will be held at the Escaler Hall, Ateneo de Manila University on October 19 - 20 2015

IEshikawa X - Nexus: X Marks the Spot


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IEshikawa is an annual event composed of seminars, workshops and competitions which furthers the calibre of Industrial Engineering in the Philippines. It is an avenue for students to constitute innovations for the betterment of our society and to grasp the essence of the profession in the advancement of our country’s numerous industries.

It is organized by the UP Circle of Industrial Engineering Majors (UP CIEM) which is a duly recognized academic organization under the Department of Industrial Engineering and Operations Research of the College of Engineering, University of the Philippines Diliman.

During the 8th instalment of IEshikawa, Boy Abunda saw the marvel of our cause and became one of our prime speakers. IEshikawa 9 assembled students from Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao. It can only get better so join us as we make it grander.

Day
Day 1: Explicate
Day 3: Exemplify
Date and Time
3:30 to 8:35 pm on November 20, 2015
7 am to 5:30 pm on November 21, 2015
Contact
http://tinyurl.com/IEshikawaXRegistrationDay2
Venue:
Melchor Hall, College of Engineering, University of the Philippines Diliman
1.       Henry Lee Irwin Theater, Ateneo De Manila University
2.       University of the Philippines Diliman

DLSU HackerCup 2015: Launching Great Apps From Today's Ideas


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The De La Salle University Center for Complexity and Emerging Technologies (DLSU ComET), in partnership with the DLSU College of Computer Studies and 8Layer Technologies Inc., will be hosting the DLSU HackerCup 2015 on November 21-22, 2015 at the Henry Sy Sr. Hall, DLSU - Manila. This event is an annual student hackathon where teams of 3-5 members are to challenge themselves on a 24-hour competition of turning caffeine, food, energy drinks, and oxygen into software or hardware hacks that could help the modern day Filipino.

This year, DLSU HackerCup opens its doors to all currently enrolled undergraduate students in the Philippines. This will be the first time that DLSU HackerCup becomes an intercollegiate programming competition where students from different schools can team up and put their skills to the test and code for the benefit of the country.

Participants who wish to join must register online from October 12, 2015 to November 3, 2015. Due to limited slots, the teams will be screened by the event organizers based on their application. The final list of participants will be released on November 6, 2015.

For more information, refer to the official DLSU HackerCup 2015 website, www.hackercup.co

Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/DLSUHackerCup2015
Follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/dlsuhackercup

DOST- ICT Office and GISB Inks MOU for Improved Farm Production Through e-Agriculture Solutions


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The Information and Communications Technology (ICT) Office of the Department of Science and Technology and Social ICT Solutions provider, Grameen Intel Social Business Ltd. (GISB) recently signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to partner in the development of e-Agriculture Solutions to provide a set of mobile and computer-based agriculture applications that will help small farmers improve their livelihood by addressing key farming needs from cultivation to harvest.

This partnership is in line with the Tech4ED project of the DOST ICT Office that promotes the development of an eFilipino towards an inclusive and integrated society through Information and communication.

In this digital era, technology has contributed greatly to the growth and development of society including the agricultural sector. Both organizations have the same goal of harnessing ICT for the improvement of various farming and agricultural strategies, the MOU signing happened on 23 September 2015, during the Digital Strategies for Development Summit (DSDS) at the Waterfront Hotel in Cebu City.

Grameen Intel Social Business Ltd. (GISB) is a Social ICT Business that focuses on applying technology to help the world’s impoverished population. It is a joint venture of Grameen Trust and Intel Corporation established in 2007 by Intel chairman Mr. Craig and Nobel Peace Laureate Muhammad Yunus.

Halloween Trick and Treats at Burgoo and Gumbo Restaurants


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Exciting treats await all kids who come in Halloween costumes on October 30-November 1 at Burgoo and Gumbo restaurants. Aside from the sumptuous kiddie meal which they can have for free, they will be given bagsful of chocolates and candies. Interesting and thrilling Halloween designs will be seen all over the place. And to complete the ambience, the staff will also put on their exciting masks and costumes.

Kids will surely enjoy Halloween at both Burgoo and Gumbo. This is the time of the year where they can wear and parade their unique and striking Halloween costumes and in return get free goodies like their favorite toys and candies. Get this and more at Burgoo and Gumbo! 

Again, kids who come in Halloween attire at Gumbo on October 30-November 1 get to eat for free and will also receive surprise gifts!

Celebrate Halloween at Burgoo found at T. Morato, Quezon City; Rockwell Center, Makati City; The Podium, Ortigas Center; Gateway Mall, Araneta Center; SM Mall of Asia; Robinsons Galleria, Quezon City; The Block, SM City North EDSA, SM City Marikina, SM Southmall in Alabang, The District Ayala Mall in Cavite; The Terraces Ayala Mall in Fairview; and the recently-open Starmall Prima in Taguig. For reservations and inquiries, please call 9277396, 8981815, 6875565, 7264663, 9136112, 5560091, 6336256, 4420115, 4771932.

Visit Gumbo at SM Mall of Asia (5560238), The Block 442-0106, Mega Atrium (6353015), Robinsons Manila Midtown (5671820), Gateway Mall (440-4632), Robinsons Magnolia (7209632).

UP DOST SA Presents Popscicle TV


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POPSCICLE TV is coming.

The UP DOST SA’s POPSCICLE is an annual trivia quiz show for UP Diliman students. Originally, it was a general trivia quiz show wherein the participants are tested on their knowledge about Popular culture, Science, Literature, etc., hence the name. But this year, UP DOST SA will attempt to level the playing field. POPSCICLE TV will now cover some of the most popular TV series among UPD students.

Who’ll get litt up on October 23, 2015? Pair up and register now for only P80 to get a chance to win, wait for it, as much as P2000!

Let the binge-watching begin!

Sunday, October 18, 2015

UP ACES Proudly Presents Blackout: Ethereal Ecstasy at Decagon, Silver City


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We live for the nights when the music beats louder, and the buzz kicks in longer. 

This time, we go above and beyond. 
 This time, we revel in ethereal ecstasy. 

UP Association of Civil Engineering Students (UP ACES) proudly presents

BLACKOUT: Ethereal Ecstasy
 10.23.15
 Decagon, Silver City

Featuring the music of DJ Nina, DJ Migs Malolos, and DJ Igor Peralta

With MC Aoh on the mic

Co-Presented by Bacardi | Review Innovations | OPPO Philippines | Monster Energy | PULP Magazine

In participation with Growers NutriBar

In cooperation with Blacklight Manila EVEX | Brent Sound and Lights and DJ Services | Shakey's Philippines | Closeup | One Mega Group Inc.

Also brought to you by TritonTek | Unitec Pipe Manufacturing Corporation 

Our media sponsors: JAM 88.3 OFFICIAL FAN SITE | DZUP | ClickTheCity.com | Sister Secrets | Wazzup Pilipinas

Our partner organizations: Beta Epsilon Fraternity | UP 49ers | UP Gears and Pinions | UP Astrum Scientis Sorority | UP PRIME | UP Circle of Entrepreneurs | UP Mathematics Club | UP KEM | Tau Omega Mu Fraternity and Ladies' Circle | UP Aggregates, Inc.

For tickets and reservations, you may contact Teresa (0906 432 4705) or Annie (0927 829 8486).

Cloudswyft Systems Founder at Vigattin Radio Show of Radyo Inquirer


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Dann Angelo De Guzman, founder of Cloudswyft Systems, was our special guest at the Vigattin Radio show of Radyo Inquirer DZIQ 990 AM. Cloudswyft is a software company which specializes in developing customize platforms that companies can use to run evaluation programs, simulation exams and training modules that can really test the technical capacity of a person.

Also on phone patch was Dr. Pablo Manalastas, professor of Computer Science at the University of the Philippines in Diliman, Quezon City who implored on everyone to participate as groups or individuals who would help in evaluating the Smartmatic source codes.

The evaluation of the source codes are felt crucial by many because it will define how secure and reliable the operation of the counting and processing of votes during the elections. However, according to Dr. Pablo, becoming a source code evaluator is voluntary work without any compensation or perks. Also, certain restrictions and security procedures are becoming a deterrent for many who would like to participate.

Most of the hour was dedicated in listening to Dann relate his startup success story and how he persisted to follow his visions, how he persuaded his investors, how he has grown from being just a one-man company to a team, to reach his current status right now.

We reached a point where we asked Dann what he thinks about students who are thinking of dropping out from school when a great opportunity comes. He stated that the main reason why we study hard is to gain enough credentials and knowledge to get a good job so we can be assured of a well-compensated future. When there is a great idea on hand that might give us a great chance to succeed, you really have to weigh in your decision if you would like to play safe with having a college education, or to pursue the rare opportunity to become your own boss running your own business.

Wazzup Pilipinas Founder Was Special Guest at Youth Power Radio of DZME

 

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Your Pambansang Blogger ng Pilipinas, Ross Del Rosario, was a special guest at the Youth Power Radio show at Kinse Trenta DZME 1530 AM anchored by Mico Guapo and with segment hosts Noemi Lardizabal-Dado and Jane Uymatiao, who are also among the well-known bloggers of the Philippine blogging community.

Ross was personally invited by The Voicemaster himself, Pocholo Gonzales, the founder of the radio show which is just one of the many radio shows he produces across several other radio stations. Pocholo's shows are mostly anchored by the youth themselves who are all passionately volunteering their time and talent to become a voice for the youth.

Who is more appropriate to share discussions relative to the youth but by the youth themselves who are both emotionally and socially hyper to broadcast their opinions and sentiments over AM radio.

Mico interviewed our founder about his life and work as a blogger and how he has overcome the struggles and issues that proliferated during his early years in the blogging community. Our founder mentioned some of the accusations thrown at him by irate fellow bloggers who were simply just envious of the achievements of our founder.

Wazzup Pilipinas has grown so fast even before it was recognized as a Top Emerging Influential Blog way back 2013. It has collaborated with so many brands, companies, organizations, and even colleges and universities, to become the fast-rising and multi-awarded Filipino community blog site is is right now. It has received so many awards from different award-giving bodies that there are some envious bloggers that have even suspected it to be buying awards. But we all know the truth behind all of these negativities.

Christmas Musical and Tree Lighting Kick Off the Holiday Season at Crosswinds Tagaytay


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Your Pambansang Blogger ng Pilipinas was invited to witness the grand Christmas Tree lighting at Crosswinds Tagaytay which was the highlight of their pre-holiday season celebration entitled "Christmas Musical" - a musical concert welcoming the holidays featuring lots of our favorite Christmas songs sang live by astounding performers. 

With the "BER" months already signifying the nearing of Christmas day, Crosswinds Tagaytay is kicking off the holiday season early by holding the event on October 17, 2015 at the lavish Brittany Corporation, the high-end luxury arm of Vista Land Group of Companies, featuring a first class luxury resort with several distinct enclaves that features Swiss-homes-inspired residences boasting a majestic Tagaytay landscape.  

Before the countdown to the 10-ft Christmas Tree lighting, several Christmas songs mixed with the cool breeze of the Tagaytay winds as performers serenaded everyone who attended the event. The impending "Lando" typhoon did not stop the celebration. The rain may have been a bit of a hassle but the spirit of Christmas was a lot stronger than any storm. We were glad that the storm did not escalated to a point where it was no longer possible to celebrate. We were in luck that the rains were merely a drizzle, and that the crowd were able to celebrate with us.

Santa Claus may have gotten a little wet, but he continued to be jolly and accommodating for all ages who wanted to get photo ops and selfies with him. He also inclined to my request of saying the iconic "Wazzup Pilipinas" greeting on video added with his very own Christmas greeting. The big fat man in red and white suit even joined the all-boys performers as he danced on stage while they sang "Santa Claus is Coming to Town" immediately after the lighting and the several minutes long fireworks which lighted the sky with amazing sparks that illuminated the gloomy and bad-weather night sky.
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