122nd anniversary of the First Shot of Philippine-American War

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The National Historical Commission of the Philippines (NHCP), in coordination with the City of Manila and other national and local government agencies will conduct a simple program commemorating the 122nd anniversary of the First Shot of Philippine-American War on 4 February 2021, 8:00 a.m., at Sociego St. cor. Silencio St., Sampaloc, Manila.

The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) will conduct the ceremonial singing of the National Anthem and the wreath-laying activity. The program will be led by Manila Mayor Francisco “Isko Moreno” Domagoso, Philippine Veterans Affairs Office (PVAO) Administrator Ernesto G. Carolina, ACT Teachers Party List Congresswoman France L. Castro, National Historical Commission of the Philippines (NHCP) Executive Director Restituto L. Aguilar, former representative Antonio Tinio, and Barangay 586 Chairman Danilo B. Tibay.

The NHCP is the national government agency mandated to promote and preserve Philippine historical heritage through research and publication, conservation, marking of historic sites and structures, and administration of national shrines and museums.


WHAT: 122ND ANNIVERSARY OF THE FIRST SHOT OF THE PHILIPPINE-AMERICAN WAR

WHEN: FEBRUARY 4, 2021 | THURSDAY | 08:00 AM

WHERE: Sociego St. cor. Silencio St., Sampaloc, Manila

Be reunited in love on Valentine's Day at Sheraton Manila Bay

Wazzup Pilipinas!

Romantic revelers may be socially distanced but love transcends at Sheraton Manila Bay as we prepare an array of dining offers that will allow couples, families, and friends to be #ReunitedInLove safely and intimately this Valentine season.

On February 13 and 14, Sheraton Manila Bay’s scenic Pacific Lounge offers a dinner-for-two with the view of the glistening Manila skyline with the “Reunited In Love Valentine’s Day Dinner” for only Php 1,880 net per person. The sumptuous 5-course set menu features sea scallops and foie gras, sauce sauterne, mesclun en habit vert, vol-au-vent d’escargot bourguignonne for the starter and seafood terrine, lobster bisque, rouille, super country bread for the soup. Cleanse the palette with calamansi sorbet with tanqueray gin and then indulge in a duo slow braised beef shoulder and lamb rack noisette à la forestiere, garlic potato galette, baby tomato confit, beef jus, green pea emulsion for the main course. Cap off the meal with a trio of Irish baileys chocolate mellow, raspberry mille-feuille, orange mouse on sable tart, french macaron, and fresh mango for dessert. Complimentary coffee tea and Mignardise is served après-dinner. Diners will also take home a sweet and savory treat of Valentine Grazing Box filled with homemade chicken liver, pate, salted crackers, deli meat, cheeses, nuts, lavosh, crudités, and red grapes.

Relax in the comfort of a safe and open space with an elevated dining experience that you can avail of “Exclusively Yours” for a night. Sheraton Manila Bay’s Garden and Gazebo located on the 21st floor offers a spacious and open-air garden with the view of the night sky, ideal for private celebrations, proposals, or an intimate Valentine. For only Php 9,888++ for 2 persons, guests can have the exclusive use of the Garden and Gazebo with a 5-course set dinner with a glass of Rothbury Estate Shiraz & Cabernet Sauvignon or Chardonnay.

Meanwhile, guests who wish to celebrate at home or someplace sentimental may bring the romance of fine-dining wherever, whenever they fancy with the "Love Picnic-To-Go" inclusive of a classic picnic-hamper filled with 3-course takeaway dinner for 2 persons, valentines grazing box, and homemade super country baguette for only Php 2,188 net. Upgrade your love picnic basket with a bottle of red or white wine for only Php 2,488 net. For full menu, please visit bit.ly/ccmnlsb

Reservation is required. Social distancing and health and safety precautions are strictly implemented. A No Face Mask and Face Shield, No Entry policy is observed. For table reservations, please call +632 5318 0788, 09175837294, 09175837326 or email sh.mnlsb.fnb@sheraton.com.

Sheraton Manila Bay is located at M. Adriatico cor. Gen. Malvar Streets, Malate, Manila. Like us on Facebook and Instagram @sheratonmanilabay and Twitter at @sheratonmnlbay.

ePLDT recognized as Retail Partner of the Year by Fortinet Philippines

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ePLDT Inc., the ICT arm of PLDT Enterprise, has recently received the Retail Partner of the Year Award from Fortinet—a global leader in broad, integrated and automated cybersecurity solutions—during its Year End Thanksgiving for Partners last month.

ePLDT and Fortinet have cultivated a strategic partnership and currently continue to work on building Fortinet capabilities through Fortinet’s Network Security Expert certification program to better support its projects. Together, the two companies have jointly closed deals with multiple leading brands in the retail industry.

“It is an honor for us at ePLDT to be given recognition by global leader Fortinet. This award reiterates our commitment to strengthen our partnerships in order to offer the best solutions to our customers, aligned with the group’s mission of making a positive impact on every single business,” said Jovy Hernandez, ePLDT President & CEO and SVP & Head for PLDT and Smart Enterprise Business Groups.

PLDT Enterprise has consistently been developing digital technologies to equip businesses in different industries tread the changing business landscape. “We at PLDT Enterprise are committed in supporting the digital transformation journey of enterprises in the country, and having a strategic partner such as Fortinet allows us to sustain this endeavor. We are thankful for this recognition and together we aim to further enable multiple industries in the country,” said said Jojo Gendrano, FVP & Head of PLDT Enterprise Core Business.

Louie Castaneda, Fortinet Philippines Country Manager has lauded ePLDT in receiving the Retail Partner of the Year Award, stating that “we at Fortinet extend our congratulations and gratitude to ePLDT for its dedication and resolve in contributing significantly especially to the retail segment of their business, with their efforts deserving this special recognition.”

To learn more, visit epldt.com.