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Tuesday, June 7, 2016

Innovative Strategies for Development Summit, ICT Month, and World Wi-Fi Day Press Conference


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In 2015, Digital Strategies for Development Summit brought together 600+ people from 25+ countries. Participants discovered new strategies, best practices, and exchanged ideas through several interactive and thought-provoking thematic areas. This year, DSDS becomes bigger and better as it launches the Innovative Strategies for Development Summit 2016 (ISDS 2016), designed to look at technology, particularly ICT, as an enabler for innovation and effecting developmental impact. ISDS 2016 will be global as it brings together a consortium of high level thinkers and leaders from various local, national and international key organizations. It aims to facilitate dynamic discussions, create connections, strengthen relations, and exchange knowledge on best practices in the use of ICT innovation in the context of Sustainable Development. 

Since the launch of the Global Goals (SDGs), all discourses on developmental issues are better shaped if aligned to these goals. ICT and ICT – led innovation can similarly have better purpose if the outcomes help achieve the SDGs, providing a uniform approach and objective. ISDS 2016 acknowledges this importance and seeks to gather a diverse set of stakeholders and participants to discuss, debate, and develop new strategies related to the use of technological innovations in several SDGs: Education, Employment and Entrepreneurship, Sustainable Agriculture, Universal Healthcare, Smart Cities, and Connectivity.

This gathering is held to commence the 2016 ICT Month entitled “ICT: Susi sa Kinabukasan”. In line with this, we will present the Office’s plans for this year’s ICT Month together with the progress of the Juan, Konek! Free Wi-Fi Internet Access in Public Places Project and the provision of support of the Office in the World WiFi Day H.O.P.E. for Connectivity Charter
 
Speakers and Panelists at the press briefing are the following: 

Secretary Mario G. Montejo - DOST 
Undersecretary Louis Napoleon C. Casambre – Executive Director, DOST-ICT Office 
Bettina G. Quimson – Head, e-Society 
Brahima Sanou – Director, ITU Telecommunications Development Bureau 
Roy Espiritu – Spokesperson, DOST-ICT Office 
Asian Development Bank Representative

Usec. Casambre would be taking this opportunity to talk about the transition from the DOST- ICT Office to the new DICT. this will be the first time he'll be talking about it in detail. Incoming Department of Agriculture Manny PiƱol will be a keynote speaker during the Agri plenary on Thursday morning entitled: "How ICT can drive Sustainable Agriculture and Rural Economic Development."


More details of the event can be found at the event's official website 

Monday, June 6, 2016

KalayaRUN 2016: Independence Day Run


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Before the rainy season officially ends summer with it's non-stop and almost every day downpours, almost, let's have one more run at the KalayaRUN to celebrate our Independence. The fun run event will be of course held on June 12, 2016 at the CCP Complex in Pasay City.

Be healthy and fit as we celebrate Philippine Independence Day with our friends and family. Part of the proceeds will go to the project "PISO Para sa Kolehiyo" (PPK) - a program that helps provide young men & women an opportunity to finish high school and obtain a college degree. 

PPK is a non-profit project headed by missionaries whose main goal is to be able to educate young people from the unreached victims of typhoon Yolanda. Let us help them have a better and brighter future!


EVENT DETAILS


RACE CATEGORY AND FEE:


3 KM Category - Php 450 Gun start at 5:25 AM
5 KM Category– Php 550 Gun start at 5:20 AM
10 KM Category – Php 650 Gun start at 5:15 AM
16 KM Category – Php 750 Gun start at 5:00 AM

DATE: July 12, 2016 (Sunday)

VENUE:
CCP Complex, Pasay City

RACE KIT INCLUSIONS:


All runners will receive the following:


Singlet, Bib Number 
Finisher’s Medal
Dri Fit Shirt
Raffle Stub 
Sponsor Freebies 
and Entertainment

REGISTRATION VENUES:


In store registration opens on May 5 to June 5 or until supplies last. Thursday to Sunday at 1 – 8 PM only.

RUNNR Trinoma
RUNNR Alabang Town Center
Toby’s Sports Mall of Asia
Toby’s Arena Glorietta
Move Store SM Megamall

Wazzup Pilipinas is a proud media partner of KalayaRUN 2016

Team Suzuki Made History During SAC Round 3


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It was a successful Round 3 for Team Suzuki Pilipinas at the Suzuki Asian Challenge (SAC) as they made history for the country at the Suzuka International Circuit in Japan. Following their success in the previous legs of the series, the team made a lot of firsts in this leg which proved the world that we, Filipinos can go side by side and rise in the very competitive world of international racing.

History was made when April King Mascardo’s (#43) strong performance during the qualifying landed him the pole position - a first for a Filipino in an international racing event. Pole sitter Mascardo holds the fastest course record (among the SAC riders in Suzuka) of 2:52.455 - 5.3 seconds quicker than last year’s pole. Following this is Eane Jaye Sobretodo’s (#22) top podium finish that is another first for a Filipino in the Asia Road Racing Championship (ARRC) series. Mario Borbon, Jr. (#29) finished off on the 2nd place making it a 1-2 finish, one more first for the country.

On race 1, Mascardo was leading with Indonesian riders Jefri Tosema and Muhammad Sapril on his trail. The three racers went head to head during the last lap but unfortunately crashed altogether giving way to other riders behind them Team Suzuki Pilipinas members’ Sobretodo and Borbon to lead the race landing them on the podium. 

Season 12 of Top Chef Oozes with Gastronomic Indulgences


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Top Chef Season 12 gives culinary competition shows another take at exquisite dish preparation and race for the gold.

Sixteen candidates compete for first place as they are presented with numerous challenges including Quick Fire Sudden Death challenge wherein the winner is immune from elimination on the next round. Follow them as they make their way through obstacles that test not just their cooking prowess but also their personal backgrounds and reservations.

Padma Lakshmi returns as Top Chef judge and host, sharing her glamour and taste as the participants vie for top position in this gastronomic journey. Joining her in guiding the talented participants are Richard Blais, winner of Top Chef: All Stars; Tom Colicchio, Gail Simmons, and Hugh Acheson.

Top Chef Season 12 premieres June 10, weeknights at 7.00pm, First and Exclusive on Sony Channel.

Sony Channel is seen on SKYCable Channel 35, Cignal Digital TV Channel 60, Destiny Cable Channel 62, Cable Link Channel 39.

Art & Appetite: A Feast For the Senses


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The Business Management Society (BMS) of De La Salle University (DLSU) recently presented the Art & Appetite: A Feast For the Senses - where art and food delightfully merged into one gastronomically sensational feast.

The event was held on June 4 and 5, Saturday and Sunday from 11 am to 11 pm at C1 Park, Bonifacio Global City High Street.

Budget Gourmet, Big Island Pete Shack, Puro Organic, Mio Gelati, Manong's Bagnet Station, Phat Boy, Bangketa, Pouf, Liquido Maestro, Art Nebula, Happy Creamery, EmpanadaMƁS, Wagger, Hunger Buster, Global Grub, Healthy Cane, ADC, and a lot more!

Art & Appetite: A Feast For the Senses was a weekend where FOOD meets ART, a crossover between your favorite food market and art fair while chilling out with your favorite TUNES brought to you by local bands and artists! A concoction of everyone's favorite things- food, art and music. A guaranteed feast for the senses! 

 Below are a few more photos from the event. More photos can be found at our official Facebook page http://www.Facebook.com/wazzuppilipinas and videos can be found at our YouTube channel at http://www.YouTube.com/user/wazzuppilipinas

Ethiopian Airlines Wins African Airline of the Year 2016 Award


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Ethiopian Airlines, the fastest growing and the largest African airline, is pleased to announce that it has won the African Aviation ‘African Airline of the Year’ Award for 2016 during the 25th Anniversary African Aviation Air Finance Africa Conference & Exhibition and African Aviation Summit held on May 11, 2016 in Johannesburg, South Africa.

The award was presented to Ethiopian in recognition of its financial performance, fleet modernization, route network expansion, in-flight service, overall customer care and its outstanding contribution to aviation development in Africa.

On the above photo is Mr. Mesfin Tasew, Chief Operating Officer at the 25th Anniversary African Aviation Air Finance Africa Conference & Exhibition and African Aviation Summit in Johannesburg, South Africa.


Commenting on the award, Mesfin Tassew, Chief Operating Officer Ethiopian Airlines, said, “We are pleased to win the ‘African Airline of the Year 2016 Award’, which is a testimony of Ethiopian 70 years of commitment to bring Africa together and closer to the rest of the world. It is also a recognition of the visionary leadership of Ethiopian management and the hard work of thousands of Ethiopian employees who work hard to keep our beloved airline shining in the skies. On behalf of the Ethiopian Executive Management and myself, I would like to thank African Aviation for the recognition.”

Burgoo Has New Delicious Treats Available for a Limited Time Only


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Your Pambansang Blogger was invited to try the new dishes of Burgoo American Bar and Restaurant they appropriately called "Delicious Treats" at the SM Marikina branch just a few rides away from our residence. These sumptuous new treats are available at a limited time only so it's your opportunity to try them out soon before they are gone for good.

Of course, if the demand for them is high, I'm sure these dishes will come back to become a permanent part of the regular menu. This is how Burgoo takes care of their customers by keeping their interest high, and their tummies satisfied, with new offerings every now and then.

Just as how they served the Fruity Ice Cream for the summer season which allowed us to feast on Nestle vanilla and chocolate ice cream topped with special fruit bits like strawberries, cherries and bananas.

It was my first time to visit SM Marikina but the trip was smooth and easy that I actually arrived an hour before the call time. The Burgoo American Bar and Restaurant was equally easy to find with the help of security guards whom I asked for directions immediately upon entering the mall.

JBL Concept Store Relaunch with Kim Domingo and Camille Co


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We were among the selected bloggers to witness the formal re-opening of JBL's SM Megamall store, dubbed as the JBL Acoustical Space on June 4, 2016, at the 4th floor of the Cyberzone.

You can confirm the popularity of the JBL brand when you see customers all lining up even before the mall opened early in the morning. There were people already inside the store buying their chosen audio product even before we arrived and this is most probably because the items were available at great discounted prices up to 30% for only that day.

i would personally want one of those home theater speakers and soundbars for my home and office so I could listen to my favorite music or watch movies accompanied by superb audio. It's like experiencing a movie atmosphere where you get immersed within the audio itself.

For travelling, their headphones and portable speakers are among the best there is to put you in the most soothing and relaxed mood especially when you're hours on the road. They make music tripping with sounds coming from our mobile phones a very engaging activity that would make you want to sing along.

UP Playwrights' Theatre Presents "The Female Heart" From July 1 to 10


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After three years of hiatus, UP Playwrights’ Theatre (UPPT) proudly returns onstage with Linda Faigao - Hall’s THE FEMALE HEART running from July 1 – 10, 2016 at the Wilfrido Ma. Guerrero Theater, University of the Philippines Diliman. 

Set in the late 1980's, the play follows Adelfa and her elder brother Anghel’s struggles as resident of the infamous mountain of garbage popularly known as smokey mountain. Confronted by extreme poverty and her brother's ailing health, Adelfa agrees to become a mail-order bride in the United States. 

Chase Salazar and Al Gatmaitan play the role of Adelfa and Anghel respectively. Salazar was last seen in Ateneo Entablado’s Ang Birheng Matimtiman and in Severino Montano’s Ladies and the Senator for the celebration of UP Diliman Arts Month. Gatmaitan, an Aliw Award winner for Best Classical Male Performer in 2015, is a current regular at the ABS-CBN soap opera, “The Story of Us.” Joining Salazar and Gatmaitan are Philstage Gawad Buhay 2008 Awardee Peewee O’Hara; diligent and promising actress Sheryll Ceasico; multimedia producer, writer, and director, Mark McKeown; and UP Diliman Theatre Arts graduate student and former student from Siliman University alumna, Ina Azarcon–Bolivar. 

THE FEMALE HEART is the directorial debut of Banaue MiclatJanssen for UPPT. The play is also a momentous directorial project for Prof. Miclat-Janssen for she is celebrating her silver year in the Theatre industry. Joining her in the artistic team are UP Diliman faculty member, Jem Javier (translation); UP Diliman Film student Gio Potes (dramaturgy); Ina Azarcon–Bolivar (assistant direction); freelance set designer and actor Io Balanon (set design); Philstage Gawad Buhay 2014 Awardee Carlo Pagunaling (costume design); dancer / choreographer JM Cabling (movement design); theatre arts students Ricardo Lorenzo (sound design), and Garett Picardal (lights design). 

Indio Performs Wazzup Pilipinas Cover


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Thank you to Indio for coming up with an awesome cover of the Wazzup Pilipinas jingle or theme song.

We are excited to see this group soon at their EP (Extended Play) launch, and personally meet the members composed of 4 boys and their female vocalist, Jen Darlene Torres.

INDIO x CIELO EP launch under Tambayan Productions will be held on June 11, 2016 at 888 Vibers  Bar and Resto together with other indie local bands and some artists. Time to be there is at 7 pm so don't be late. Two of the new aspiring local bands in the Philippines, Indio and Cielo, have conspired together with Tambayan Productions to launch their songs.

 "It hasn't been long since we started to dream for this to happen. Music has been our passion and ultimately, it has become an anti-depression, a way for broken people to express, a way to heal, and gigs have become a venue to escape from reality. We dream to inspire people, to touch them with our songs, and rock the world with hope. So we hereby, invite you to come along with us to fulfill these dreams." - Indio

Indio is an alternative-rock band formed in November 2015 whose songs tell about the consequences of dreaming. One is, Habagat Amihan, a folk rock song about fate, desires ultimately turning to a hurricane that leads to shattering. Two: Sino Ka, about not knowing yourself anymore. And three, Alexis, the believing and doubting of the self's ability to succeed. They believe that songs are stories, real ones, and should convey something that can cause a revolution. The young band currently consists of lead vocalist Jen Darlene Torres, bassist Alfredo Tan, drummer NiƱo Miguel Abesamis, and guitarists Ryan Alexis Abesamis and Al Bryan Zabala. They dream to rock the world with hope.


Sunday, June 5, 2016

Galactic Mission 7: May The Force Be With Your Kids

 

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May the force be with you.

We often heard this line in the famous movie saga of all time which is Star Wars. The characters like Darth Vader, Luke Skywalker, Yoda, and Princess Leia are very popular especially to those fanatics of this epic movie. Well how about to celebrate a birthday with a Star Wars theme? That’s fantastic isn’t?

Last Sunday, May 31, 2016, Galactic Mission 7 was held at the Roof deck of Prestige Tower, Ortigas Center. The said event is not only a Bloggers Event but also a Family Summer Party. From registration, all the staff where in costume and even the host, the charming Ms. Mary Viernes in her Jedi Rey costume. There are some products display outside, a photo booth and the guest where given a loot bags from the sponsors.

Generous and sumptuous foods were served for the guest. For the usual party, there’s a popcorn, cotton candy, ice cream, taho and candy buffet that the kids really enjoyed. The whole event is full of fun and surprises. Lots of raffle, games and prizes was given away. Kids were able to make a lightning sword, beading, coloring a book, watching a magic treats and reading session. Everyone experience a Galactic one and bring home treats from the generous sponsors.

Generation East 2016 Grand Coronation Winners


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Congratulations to the winners of Generation East 2016 grand coronation held on the afternoon of June 4, 2016 at the Entertainment Center of Building 3 of Sta. Lucia Mall.

Generation East is the longest teenage model search in the country where young men and women get to shine brighter and bolder by showcasing their beauties befitting to be young king and queens of the modelling industry. We'll soon see these faces at many modeling gigs and stints whether it be on print ads, TV commercials or product endorsements. For sure, the search will be their stepping stone to a greener pastures ahead.
We all appreciate beauty at its finest thus we witness a lot of beauty pageants in the country to highlight the appreciation. From modest to extravagant beauty queen or hunk searches, every one of us look not only in the superficial beauty of a person thus there are also Talent and Question and Answer portions for some of them that are added to the overall points for candidates. We also see a lot of special awards to recognize other worthy attributes like best in swimsuit, best in long gown, and most friendly otherwise known as the Miss Congeniality award.

Overall, we believe this searches or competition aims to elevate our appreciation for beauty as it inspires men and women to not only look their best but also to develop their personalities deep within.

"Here we go again, few more hours and the lights will be out, the music needs to stop. In my kind of life I'm grateful I get to learn and create. But the most perfect part is I meet people, people that are like family. For every competition I make dreams, I see friendship grows and I see smiles that are priceless, more than any money can buy. To all my 2016 Generation East Finalists, this is what you are to me thank you for the memories and for me you are all Winners!" - Richard Gavin Gustilo

Generation East 2016 Flores De Mayo


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The longest teenage model search, Generation East 2016 had a Flores de Mayo parade of models on May 21, 2016 at Sta. Lucia Mall.

Since May has been the season for extravagant and festive Flores de Mayo events, we see several of these celebrations all throughout the month of May. The month has truly been a sight to behold. This is when the loveliest of our ladies all come out and show off what they are made of.

Young and vibrant men and women paraded in ever evolving-designed Barong Tagalog outfits and Filipiniana long gowns, respectively. A lot of designers are also taking advantage of these events to showcase their creations. They are all both breathtaking that every individual would wish they get the chance to wear these awesome outfits.

A lot of smiles were definitely all over the venue as we saw several of these Generation East 2016 candidates looking so fabulous amidst a crowd of well-wishers and even those mall-goers had to stop for a while to admire these attractive men and women flaunt their superbly-designed Philippine costumes.

I am more inclined to get fascinated with the ladies on how they carry their lavish gowns, while I envy the men who escort these beauties with all their splendor. We would like to congratulate them for being so elegant and awe-inspiring.

Ilocos Sur: The Iconic Quirino Bridge of Banaoang


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"The scenic Quirino Bridge is named after the late former President, Elpidio Qurino, 6th President of the Philippines, and it spreads across the Abra river connecting the rocky mountain slopes of the town of Santa and the tail end of Bantay. Otherwise referred to as ‘Banaoang bridge’, it majestically connects and separates two transcending mountains and widely praised because of its marvelous engineering and grand architectural design as glorified by its splendid panoramic beauty, strength and durability when it survived the bombings of World War II."

An important landmark of Ilocandia, this 456-meter bridge is also called Banaoang Bridge as it's located in Barangay Banaoang, Santa, Ilocos Sur. It is no longer used and replaced with a newer bridge that also connects the towns of Santa and Bantay. 

The scenic arch bridge is considered an iconic symbol of Ilocos Sur. It is famous for its excellent engineering, architectural design and magnificent views. At the height of a strong typhoon in 2001, one of its steel spans was damaged and washed away. It is currently preserved as a tourist attraction, doubling as a backup in case the main bridge is damaged by typhoons.

You get a picturesque view of the bridge with the Abra mountain backdrop that you would not dare stop to capture this on camera, or video, to immortalize the memory.

Miss Global Philippines 2016 Grand Coronation Night Winners


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Congratulations to the winners of Miss Global Philippines 2016 during the Coronation Night held on June 5, 2016 at the Newport Performing Arts Theater of Resorts World Manila

Grand Winner:
Candidate #19 CJ Hirro

Runners-up:
Candidate #23 Perlyn Ocampo
Candidate #21 Janelle Olafson
Candidate #15 Sammie Anne Legaspi
Candidate #10 Christine Horstman

Camille Jensen "CJ" Hirro, host, model, writer, and artist who graduated from UP Diliman and hails from the province of Pampanga, broke the traditional or conventional look for a beauty queen who usually has the long silky hair hair. It seems Miss Global Philippines is very open to the new definition of a woman. We've all seen and heard CJ as the short-haired Binibini, that unconventional beauty who joined Binibining Pilipinas on 2014. Now, she's the grand winner of Miss Global Philippines 2016.

We were not surprised because she's also witty and a great speaker who knows how to express herself clearly and with convincing passion. She has been a stand-out ever since she joined the beauty pageant and has been a favorite among photographers. She's also so easily approachable and you would see her smile a lot every time. These socially warm traits are really appealing for everyone that we really want to see her shine in her future endeavors.
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