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Thursday, July 27, 2017

Sony Channel Joins the Dance Craze with the Latest Dance Competition on Television “Dirty Dancing: Living the Dream”

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New reality show premieres August 9, Weeknights at 7pm

Join a bevy of dance hopefuls as they try to strut their way to stardom in the newest dance sensation Dirty Dancing: Living the Dream, which debuts on Sony Channel this August.

Thirty young women experience the time of their lives as they team up with professional dance instructors and taught various dance routines. Each episode features the couples performing their specific routines with the weakest performers being eliminated.

The women - coming from various backgrounds ranging from housewives to secretaries to bartenders – vie for 18 spots in the competition with the hope of being chosen to dance with their guy in the finale and win the opportunity of a lifetime – being crowned the first ever Dirty Dancing Champions!

The series is hosted by star choreographer Cris Judd.

Dirty Dancing: Living the Dream premieres August 9 and airs weeknights at 7pm, first and exclusive on Sony Channel.

Sony Channel is available on SKYCable Channel 35, Destiny Cable Channel 62, Cignal Channel 120, G Sat Channel 48, and Cablelink Channel 39.

NBA 3X Philippines 2017 Presented by Axa Attracts Provincial Participants, Hails New Champs

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NBA 3X Philippines 2017 presented by AXA reached an all-time high in popularity this year with increased participation from Metro Manila and provincial teams joining the various age group categories of the seven-year old 3-on-3 basketball tournament.

Fifty-six out of 176 participating teams survived the qualifiers held at Don Bosco Makati on July 15-16. The quarterfinals, semifinals and finals matches of the Boys Under-13, Under-16, and Under-18, Girls Under-18, Men’s Open and Women’s Open were staged at the SM Mall of Asia Music Hall on July 22-23.

New champions were hailed in the avidly watched Men’s Open division that was won by Team Rocan from Valenzuela, Bulacan. Christian Chua, Mark Fernandez, Elmer de la Cruz, and Philip Torres outhustled Team 459 Legaspi from Colegio San Juan de Letran in a closely fought game. EGS Elite, four-peat champions of the NBA 3X Philippines Men’s Open division since 2013, was unable to follow through with their plans for a fifth championship after failing to show up in the quarterfinals.

The Women’s Open Division was won by National University (NU)-A with Trixie Antiquiera, Ria Joy Nabalan, Samantha Harada, and Rhena Itesi, besting their teammates on the opposing NU-B squad. Both teams play for the NU women’s basketball team that has dominated UAAP women’s basketball for three consecutive seasons. “It was a challenge to have to face our teammates who are familiar with our style of play, but we are proud to earn this victory,” said Antiquiera.

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The Gastronomie Group, Events & Culinary Co. is bringing Chef Bachour to Manila for a comprehensive Master Class Series from September 4 to 10, 2017 at the Greenﬁeld District Showroom, the ofﬁcial event venue for Bachour in Manila 2017.

From Miami, Chef Antonio Bachour is taking his modern French patisserie expertise to Manila! Chef Bachour is a world renowned, multi-awarded pastry chef whose passion and skillfulness in his craft has garnered a large following all across the globe. In a 7-day Master Class Series, Chef Bachour will be instructing hands-on classes and a demo class for professional chefs, culinary students, seasoned bakers, and other members of the food industry. The famous chef has also authored three successful pastry books: Bachour, Bachour Simply Beautiful, and Bachour Chocolate. A Book Signing will be held for keen readers and fans on September 10 from 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm. An online registration for the Book Signing will be launched at The Gastronomie Group website. His latest book, Bachour Chocolate is also available for sale at the Atelier (online shop) of The Gastronomie Group.

Bachour in Manila 2017 will commence with a three-day Hands-On Master Class on Buffet Style Petits Gâteaux, Tarts, Verrines, and more on September 4-6, 2017 (Monday-Wednesday) from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm. Followed by another three-day Hands-On Master Class on Plated Desserts on September 7-9, 2017 (Thursday-Saturday) from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm. Lastly, Chef Bachour will share an eight-hour Demo Class on Entremets, Tarts, Chocolates, and more on September 10, 2017 (Sunday) from 8:00 am - 4:00 pm. All events are to be held at Bachour in Manila 2017 ofﬁcial event venue — Greenﬁeld District Showroom, Shaw Blvd. cor. Mayﬂower Street, Greenﬁeld District, Mandaluyong City (across Edsa Shangri-La Hotel).

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For over a century, Stanley Black & Decker has built a legacy by producing some of the most well-known hand tools and storage products in the world. It is this rich history of innovation that made Stanley a trusted brand across industries.

As it launches a new line of power tools, Stanley—a world-leading provider of tools and storage, commercial electronic security and engineered fastening systems—traces back to its ergonomically designed yellow power tools which were first launched in 2014. These tools target tradesman users, exceeding their expectations through quality that outstands performance.

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Gamma, a fast-growing Southeast Asia-based ad selling platform, today announced a partnership with POKKT that will bring high quality rewarded video advertisements and spur increased revenue for mobile game developersand publishers in Asia Pacific.

The collaboration augments Gamma’s inventory with 90% of the top games in the region, both local and global game developers.Gamma’s supply-side platform also connects advertisers to over 5,000 regional publishers, offering premium ad inventory inSoutheast Asia. Using a single platform, advertisers can run integrated regional campaigns across online publications, mobilegames, social and other digital channels.

According to Newzoo, the Southeast Asia games market is poised to double its revenue to US$2.2 billion in 2017, with keymarkets such as Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand and Vietnam accounting for 99% of the total revenuegenerated. Conversely, Interactive Advertising Bureau (IAB) predicts that advertising spend in these key markets will hit double-digit growth in 2017 as the consumer demand for mobile, video and social drives up spend.

Game publishers are facing an uphill challenge with in-app purchasing, with the most popular games in app purchases accountingfor approximately only 1%-2% of daily active users. Through POKKT’s rewarded video ads solution, gamers will only need towatch a video ad to progress to the next level, benefiting publishers, brands and advertisers at the same time.

Dirk Jacobs, Managing Director, Gamma said: “Southeast Asia’s mobile gaming and advertising industry is seeing massivegrowth. Our trusted partnership with POKKT will allow us to increase our audience targeting capabilities and accurately connectwith gamers. We remain committed to optimising revenue for developers through programmatic targeting and increasing in-appinventory supply to brands, and ensuring that their monetisation goals are achieved.”

Purwa Jain, Senior Vice President, POKKT, said: “We chose Gamma as our partner here in Southeast Asia based on theirregional expertise, ability to scale and solid partnerships. Through this collaboration, we are able to grow exposure for ourpublishers and help marketers and brands in Southeast Asia better target and manage their campaigns efficiently with premium

DOTr Starts Transfer to Clark on July 28; Supports Vision of Creation of National Government Center in Clark

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As the lead agency tasked to manage transportation systems and traffic decongestion plans in the country, the Department of Transportation (DOTr) will take the lead in transferring its Central Office to Clark, Pampanga, a move that is in line with the creation of the country’s National Government Center.

The transfer is seen to help decongest traffic in Metro Manila, reduce travel time and improve the travel of motorists, and boost the development in the peripheries of NCR.

A series of dialogues were conducted with DOTr employees wherein arrangements such as provision of free shuttle services to ferry employees to and from Clark, implementing flexible time and four-day work week schedule, and availability of affordable food, were formulated and agreed upon. Discussions on subsidized accommodations are also ongoing.

DOTr employees were also given the option to transfer or be detailed in any DOTr attached agency. Likewise, employees from DOTr attached agencies who wish to be based in Clark were also given the option to transfer or be detailed to the Department.

The transfer, which will start on 28 July 2017, will be rolled out by batches, in order to ensure a systematized and efficient transition. It is expected to be completed by the end of 2017.

Based on computations, the transfer will increase the savings of the DOTr, owing to less rental and overhead costs as well as gaining potential income from opening its owned units in Columbia Tower for lease. The DOTr is estimated to earn an additional PHP9.3M per year from the transfer.

Further, DOTr Secretary Arthur P. Tugade expressed his support on the creation of the National Government Center to be built in Clark to house central offices of government agencies in one location for more convenient transactions. As envisioned in the BUILD BUILD BUILD Program of the Duterte Administration, the National Government Center to be built in Clark shall serve as a common location that will facilitate the smooth-sailing convergence of government agencies in terms of coordinating and implementing its respective programs and services.

Run, Bike, and Party with Trikini

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Megaworld Lifestyle Malls shall be presenting a unique active lifestyle event this July 29th, 2017 in McKinley West Park.

Trikini is an urban fitness party that will feature three basic elements- run, bike, and party- in a safe and exclusive venue where attendees can enjoy the outdoors right in the heart of the city. With a dress code of sports, active or beach wear, guests can participate in their activities of choice quite comfortably.

The event will have two zones: Active and Fest. The Active Zone allows festival goers to get their fitness fix with a friendly 5K run and 15k bike race. For attendees looking for a more relaxed experience, the Fest Zone offers dance workshops, oversized inflatables, and a main stage that will feature performances by high-profile acts such as SinoSiKat, Extrapolation, DJ Khai Lim, and Sanya Smith!

“Trikini highlights enjoying the urban outdoors and being comfortable in your own skin,” says Sam Okal of GEO Events Management. “Since all the fitness activities are optional, you can decide on your level of participation. Competition is also kept light and friendly with cash prizes going as donations to beneficiary SOS Children’s Villages Philippines.”

For fifty years, the organization has provided healthcare, housing, and education to underprivileged children and families in the Philippines. Attendees may learn more about SOS and how they may contribute to its initiatives during the event.

“Essentially, it’s Trikini’s overall vibe that sets it apart from other events in the category,” continues Okal. “The ultimate goal is to encourage more city dwellers to live active lifestyles and enjoy the outdoors, no matter what the season.”

Don’t let the rainy season stop you from being active and enjoying the outdoors! Ticket prices are PHP 5,000.00 and can be purchased online at trikini.pouchnation.com, bank deposit and credit card payments accepted. Promo codes are available through Megaworld Lifestyle Malls (Eastwood, Uptown Bonifacio, and Venice Grand Canal), Colnago Manila, Secondwind, and Athleema Makati.

Tuesday, July 25, 2017

LEGO: Making Future Builders of Society at a Very Young Age

If you don't know what Lego is then you probably were not born on Earth.

Its the most creative and innovative toy ever invented that has been imitated by many already. It's the best toy to give to children to enhance their imagination and make builders, engineers, and the likes, out of them.

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I expected only a foot massage but I got was surprisingly overwhelming! Their FML Signature Massage was spectacular. It was almost a complete relaxing treatment from head... to back... and toe.

What I got was plenty of foot pampering, plus something extra, to the extreme! The Foot Massage Lounge really made my feet very special that day because it was the very first time it felt really loved!!!

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As the lead agency in promoting and implementing the rules and regulations towards a convenient, efficient and safer transportation, the Department of Transportation (DOTr) will take the lead in transferring its Central Office to Clark, Pampanga, a move that is in line with the creation of the country’s National Government Center.

The transfer is seen to help decongest traffic in Metro Manila, reduce travel time and improve the travel of motorists, and boost the development in the peripheries of NCR.

A series of dialogues were conducted with DOTr employees wherein arrangements such as provision of free shuttle services to ferry employees to and from Clark, implementing flexible time and four-day work week schedule, and availability of affordable food, were formulated and agreed upon. Discussions on subsidized accommodations are also ongoing.

DOTr employees were also given the option to transfer or be detailed in any DOTr attached agency. Likewise, employees from DOTr attached agencies who wish to be based in Clark were also given the option to transfer or be detailed to the Department.

The transfer, which will start on 28 July 2017, will be rolled out by batches, in order to ensure a systematized and efficient transition. It is expected to be completed by the end of 2017.

Based on computations, the transfer will increase the savings of the DOTr, owing to less rental and overhead costs as well as gaining potential income from opening its owned units in Columbia Tower for lease. The DOTr is estimated to earn an additional PHP9.3M per year from the transfer.

Further, DOTr Secretary Arthur P. Tugade expresses his support on the creation of the National Government Center to be built in Clark to house central offices of government agencies in one location for more convenient transactions. As envisioned in the BUILD BUILD BUILD Program of the Duterte Administration, the National Government Center to be built in Clark shall serve as a common location that will facilitate the smooth-sailing convergence of government agencies in terms of coordinating and implementing its respective programs and services.

According to a study released by the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) in September 2014, traffic congestion in Metro Manila is costing the Philippines at least PHP2.4 billion a day, which, if left without intervention, is likely to reach PHP6 billion a day by 2030.