Wazzup Pilipinas News and Events

Tuesday, December 10, 2013

Bookassist Crowned World’s Leading Booking Technology

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Backed by the votes of the global travel industry, technology and online strategy firm Bookassist (http://www.bookassist.org) has been crowned World’s Leading Booking Engine Technology Provider for the second year in a row. It is the firm’s fourth nomination in the awards.

On Saturday November 30th at the dazzling World Travel Awards Grand Finale ceremony in Doha, Qatar, Bookassist co-founders Dr Des O’Mahony (CEO) and Dr Robert Whittle (CTO) picked up the much-coveted award.

The World Travel Awards (http://www.worldtravelawards.com), now in its 20th year, is widely hailed as the Oscars of the travel industry. Recognised across the globe as the ultimate accolade, it rewards those brands that are pushing the boundaries of industry excellence.

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End your year with a bang! Come and celebrate the great year it was and welcome 2014 at Buddha-Bar Manila!
The hip and fab Buddha-Bar Manila throws a glamorous Great Gatsby-themed News Year’s Eve Party. For P 1000 you get to party the last night of the year with a free glass of Champagne and a chance to take home exciting prizes.

Mark your calendar as the most stylish countdown commences only at the hottest and most raved spot, Buddha-Bar Manila!

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Lazada.com.ph, the leading and biggest online shopping mall in the Philippines, is extending 15% off on all items to Visa (credit or debit) cardholders of all banks. This event is on December 12, 2013 from 2 to 4 p.m. It is part of Lazada’s Online Revolution, known to be the biggest online sale’s event in the Philippines.

To enjoy this exclusive discount, customers need to checkout using their Visa card and the markdown will be applied automatically. How much easier and more festive can your shopping experience get?

Imagine buying a brand new iPhone 5C less 15% discount! Apart from the Visa deal, almost 5,000 items in the site are discounted up to 80% off! Brands such as Sony, Apple, Acer, Samsung, Casio, Tomato, TRESemmé, Pond’s, Wimpex, and more are up for grabs! With such incredible deals and massive discounts, shoppers can purchase all of their holiday treats in the comfort of their homes. No need to rush and brave the holiday traffic!

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AM radio station DWDD, which is operated by the Armed Forces of the Philippines Civil-Military Relations Service (AFP-CRS), has launched a groundbreaking technology feature in Philippine radio broadcasting industry with the first mobile-ready live streaming in its website.

As of fourth quarter 2013, DWDD is the only radio station in the country with readily available live online streaming on Apple and Android phones and tablets.

iPhone, iPad and Android device users do not no need to download any mobile app from Apple Apps Store and Google Play to view DWDD’s live streaming.

Maj. Michael Aquino, DWDD station manager remarked: “Rolling out this new online technology, DWDD is upping the ante in Philippine radio programming.”

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So what's new located at the corner of Maginhawa and Makadios?

Its this new restaurant that sounds like Italian but really offers a fusion of dishes inspired by the world. Well, yeah, they may serve a lot of meals with international hints but they have definitely learned how to target the Filipino taste buds.

With many mouth-watering offerings concocted by their chef Juancho, the resto, named after the combined named of two persons, will please and satisfy your meticulous appreciation of a great dining experience.

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Binakul is a textile pattern handwoven on a small scale in Ilocos. Also known as binakel, binakael, or binakol, binakul (meaning “twill” in Ilocano) is a variation of the abel. Binakul can be easily recognized by its uniform, interlocked geometric patterns that result in psychedelic optical art designs, which are said to represent the waves of the sea and, among indigenous peoples of the Cordilleras, protection against malevolent spirits.

On display at Art of the Loom are examples of antique and modern binakul. Designs range from whirlwinds and stars to fans, cat’s pawprints, and capiz windows. Binakul is traditionally used as blankets but, most recently, designers have explored its use in contemporary fashion and personal accessories.

Part of Art of the Loom is a showcase of modern-day applications of binakul, such as binakul and snakeskin clutches fashioned by couturier Pepito Albert, a modern lamp by designer Olivia d’Aboville, boleros by Victoria de Borja, flats by Ruby Diaz Roa, and creations by fashion designer Jojie Lloren especially made for the exhibit.

Epson Trains Students Against Hazards of Mercury

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In support of Republic Act 9512, which aims to promote environmental awareness through education, Epson Precision (Philippines) Inc. (EPPI) conducted training sessions at various high schools in Lipa, Batangas to educate the students on the hazardous effects of Mercury and its compounds to the environment.

EPPI visited Inosluban-Maraouy, Bulacnin, Pinagkawitan, Fernando Airbase (Lipa City), and Bolbok National High Schools to educate students on how to properly treat and dispose items that contain mercury. The lecture also gave particular attention on preventing exposure to mercury. More than 330 students attended the training.

“We have expanded EPPI’s commitment to the environment by raising sound environmental practices not only with our employees but with our community as well,” said Epson Environment Manager Joyce Tan.

On the first week of December, Epson employees will go back to the schools to collect busted fluorescent lamps and bulbs generated by the schools, for proper treatment and disposal.

Get Rich from the Financial Market : Jam Packed with Goodies

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Last Saturday, I attended the Money Expo 2014 presents Wazzup Pilipinas...Get Rich from the Money Market event, it's a seminar exclusive for the bloggers to advertise the upcoming event on February 2014.

I learned many things from the Singaporean speaker, Mr. Shen and Mr. Amar. They taught things about managing and making your money work for you, they gave insights on what to expect on their upcoming event.

As expected they got many sponsors with giveaways to the bloggers that attended the event.

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Yahoo Philippines today announced the 2013 Year in Review (YIR), an annual look back at top trends and stories that reflect the daily habits of internet users in the Philippines. The Year in Review section on Yahoo news shows the most searched topics, celebrity searches, viral stories and unforgettable sports moments, based on what internet users in the Philippines looked for in 2013.

YIR combines search trends and editorial selections of what users read, recommended and shared most on the Yahoo network in the Philippines in 2013.

Topping this year’s search on Yahoo Philippines was Typhoon Yolanda, the super typhoon to have made landfall, and claimed thousands of lives. Millions of people used the Yahoo network to get breaking news stories and in-depth coverage on rescue and relief efforts. Meanwhile, the 2013 elections, pork barrel scam, the Sabah standoff and the Zamboanga crisis were also among the top searches in Yahoo Philippines.

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The conflict between the Philippine government and its people has been evident even before the country gained its independence. Rebellions, revolutions and protests are a big part of what the country came to be.

For their 1st minor production this school year, UST’s Artistang Artlets staged Christian Tordecillas’ play entitled “Dyip” (2006), directed by Jerome Paul Ladan and produced by Therese Renee Janine Zialcita.

It portrayed the ongoing feud between the Philippine government and its citizens. The play started with an old woman in a jeepney who was refused of help in handing in her fare. She then goes on ranting that the Filipinos today are lazy, regardless if they are educated or not. When the driver finally asks her for her fare, she refuses to move so she could hand it, making her one of the lazy Filipinos she ranted about. As the play progressed, two high school students – Dexter, a supporter of rallies and Clara, Dexter’s friend who, unlike him, is against rallies – came inside the jeepney as well.

New Beginning: Money Expo 2014

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Money makes the world go round. That's what many people think, but I guess your mind is the one controlling our own planet. Thinking of how you can spend your money wisely, and harvest fruit from it.

Money is not that easy to earn, most especially when you're young and you're not yet allowed to have your own job. But this opportunity opened a new door for young people to open their minds to a whole new world, the stock market.

Last Saturday, along with a few friends of mine, I attended this one of a lifetime opportunity to attend a seminar where two successful man were able to share their own experience about the stock market and even the foreign exchange market or forex market.

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No one is stupid not to want money for himself or for his family. Everyone wants to have money, budget the money, and save them for future use. But it's not like a stone that can be picked up anywhere; it should be earned the best thousand folds that we can.

Making money is like a big staircase. We can take it step by step until we reach the goal. Or we can take the elevator, shortcut to our success. It's really up to us. But if I were you, I'd take the elevator.

My couple of friends and I attended a pre-seminar about the upcoming event, Money Expo 2014. It's about the wise budgeting, earning and saving money. People will learn many things on how to generate income faster and make out of money wiser.

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We pamper our babies and young children during these times when they are vulnerable. They are so dear to us during this stage that we try to give them the best that money can buy.

Our kids are most tolerable during the age of infancy, toddler and that peculiar stage when we all cherish the moment of being a parent because it is inevitable that when they grow older, they will be a little shy to express freely their emotions.

A hug and a kiss will be less promising infront of a crowd or their peers. So let us take advantage of their innocent years while their are still fond of our "unli" embraces and public display of affection.

The Baby and Family Expo 2013 shares with the public an opportunity to buy the most affordable quality products for our children and also learn from the many talks from the invited knowledgeable speakers who are parents themselves, plus some child celebrities to add some fun and surprises for all.

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Climate change is a pressing reality. With typhoons, floods, earthquakes and other environmental disasters looming, our Mother Earth has obviously chosen to cry out loud. But does the general public know the different causes of these calamities? Do they even care? Or has the all too familiar "it won't happen in my lifetime" concept gotten into everyone's heads?

The Philippines' longest running environmental awareness concert, Earth Day Jam, has brought together some of the country's biggest pop music artists, celebrities, public personalities, Socio-Civic groups, concerned companies and of course the general public for over 13 years now.

Through his musical tribute for Mother Earth, they address the most pressing environmental issues affecting the globe, most especially the Philippines, and push for aggressive community based and individual centered participative action. More than just a concert event, they continuously bombard their audience (predominantly teenagers) with audio visual presentations highlighting the importance of environmental preservation.

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Almost everyone has gone high-tech!

That is something we can 100% say when it comes to technology acceptance in the Philippines. We buy gadgets as if its a basic necessity. Well, perhaps it is already. More and more people are connected to their everyday work including their personal and social life via social media networks that you can say we have already embraced technology very tightly. It is very likely we get squeezed with all the gadgets we have to carry around.

Now there a new Incase store at the 4th level of SM Aura Premier that offers high quality iPhone Cases, MacBook Cases, Messenger Bags, Backpacks, iPad Cases, Headphones, DSLR Camera Bags and more. You really have to check them out because you'll be impressed of the top quality items you'll see.

You now have ways to carry your gadgets safely and with convenience. Add the fact that you'll look cool and classy at the same time.