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Monday, February 3, 2014

Epson Launches “Go Wireless!” Projector Bundle Promo

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Epson, the undisputed global leader in projectors for the past 12 consecutive years, is offering a free wireless LAN unit for every purchase of Epson EB-S18 or EB-X18 business projectors.

From January 30 to February 28, customers who buy an Epson EB-S18/X18 will get a free ELPAP07 wireless LAN unit that will enable users to wirelessly share and transmit images, texts, and files from their smart device to their Epson projector using the “Epson iProjection” app. The S18 and X18 are Epson’s first entry level projector models that support HDMI and Wi-Fi connection (through a wireless LAN adapter).

“This ‘Go Wireless!” bundle is perfect for business executives who maximize the value of every minute of their day. When they get important ideas or make notes or changes in their presentations in their smart device, they can project their ideas right away using our wireless application,” said Lyn Lizarondo, Epson Philippines Product Manager for Visual Instruments.

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Am I reading this right? Cong. Abby Binay won your grand raffle? As if they still need additional assets to their burgeoning wealth.

What a coincidence! The congresswoman of the same district where the raffle was organized wins a condominium unit? What an uncanny coincidence that's more likely planted or scripted!

Owwwsss. . . Could it be "lutong macao"? A scheme to justify the bulging assets of the Binays?

Is it a marketing ploy? Knowing that she's one of the owners of a condo there, this will become a boost of value of the properties within the area, not to mention condo sales! Nag-usap usap kaya ang mga sangkot dito?

What a desperate move in order to get away with corruption technicalities. You think Filipinos are stupid enough to believe in this drama and scripted raffle promo? Tell that to the marines! It is too good to be real.
Now we all know how useless it is to even put up the effort of signing a raffle ticket when it's been rigged all along. How typical!

Well at least Senator Len Binay can now text "Tara na sa Condo ko and dala ka ng food!"

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Ultimate is a low-contact team field sport played with a plastic flying disc known as a Frisbee. Points are scored by passing the disc to a teammate in the opposing end zone, similar to an end zone in American football or the in-goal area in rugby. Needless to say, the game is fast-paced and adrenaline-rising as both teams try to out-skill each other using their speed and stamina in manipulating the Frisbee.

Anticipating where the Frisbee will fly off and how they will effectively send it to a team mate without the opposing team blocking its path. Normally its played outdoors so seeing it played in the convenience of a gym was pleasing to those who shy away from sports played under the sun where the elements add further stress and challenge to an already delicate and precision sport.

The Indoor Ultimate Developmental League (IUDL) is a momentous event since this is the very first time an Ultimate Frisbee is played indoors. We are sending our congratulations to all the teams who placed in the first IUDL!

The January 31 and February 1 schedule allowed many to participate as January 31 was declared a holiday because of Chinese New Year and February 1 was a Saturday.

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At the recently concluded ASEAN Tourism Forum held in Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia from 16 - 24 January 2014, the ASEAN ministers pledged to step up measures to realize the planned regional economic integration by 2015. The various committees reported on the progress of the programs and projects contained in the ASEAN Tourism Strategic Plan (ATSP). The reports point to a 75% completion of the interventions, which include improving connectivity via the open skies policy; increasing competitiveness of the tourism workforce through the Mutual Recognition Agreement (MRA); simplifying visa procedures through the ASEAN common visa; improving readiness for crisis and climate change; establishing quality tourism through the standards on hotel, homestay, public toilet, spa service, tourism safety and security; and developing sustainable tourist destinations and products.

The ASEAN members agreed to adopt the Declaration on Global Code of Ethics for Tourism. Meetings were likewise held with dialogue partners such as China, Japan, and Korea to improve cooperation and travel with and among these countries. The United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO), World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC), Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) and ASEAN Travel Agents (ASEANTA) were also present to support the ATF and the ASEAN initiatives.

Department of Tourism (DOT) Secretary Ramon R. Jimenez, Jr. reported on the progress made by the Philippine government on the common visa citing the readiness of the Bureau of Immigration (BI) to honor the visas extended by all member countries to those traveling to the country. Moreoever, Secretary Jimenez expressed the country’s heartfelt gratitude for the assistance extended by the ASEAN, WTO, PATA, WTTC, and other dialogue partners to the Philippines, particularly for the areas devastated by the earthquake and Typhoon Haiyan in October and November 2013. Chairing the ASEAN Committee on Climate Change, DOT Undersecretary Daniel G. Corpuz also presented the Guidebook on Climate Change, as a result of the workshop held in Legazpi, Albay last year.

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What can I say to amaze you? The speakers at the Mad World Selfie event focused on How to Create Meaningful Personal Brands of the Philippine Junior Marketing Association (PJMA) were all damn spectacular showmen, the more than 4,000 audience were all enigmatically thrilled and hooked on listening, and the learning gained from the event were beyond the ordinary!The PJMA is a professional student-managed national organization devoted to create venues for young marketers all over the Philippines to excel through opportunities that will enhance their knowledge and experience. It is the national federation of all Junior Marketing Associations (JMAs) and notably, the official youth affiliate of the Philippine Marketing Association (PMA).

Last February 2, the PJMA, along with Havas Media Ortega, held the Mad World event for 2014 entitled "Selfie" How to Create Meaningful Personal Brands at the SMX Convention Center Mall of Asia Complex, Pasay City.

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Yeah! They gave away a Jaguar XF 2014 to one lucky customer who spent a minimum of P 5,000 at their place. The Drink. Dine. Drive promo lets one lucky person to drive home a brand new car courtesy of one of our favorite party places in the Metro.

Buddha-Bar Manila is a 7-star, 3-storey establishment located at Picar Place of Kalayaan Avenue in Makati which can accommodate over 500+ guests to its lounge, restaurant and terrace. In the Buddha-Bar wonderland, your taste buds travel to distant lands and inventiveness nests in your plate.

It now marks its second year with a festive night filled with signature cocktails and sumptuous Pacific Rim menus. We celebrate the signature music influx in the Philippine house party.

International DJs from Paris and Dubai moved everyone with their fabulous mixed beats at Buddha-Bar Manila's Shanghai Night themed party where we splurged on Grey Goose Vodka and Manny O-Wine treats all night!

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You may be familiar with the song "Lord Patawad" which music video has made it to the top 3 trending videos in YouTube with over 12 million views already. It's one of the songs of Bassilyo released under MCA Music. This song has been very popular that you may hear some kids singing and rapping along with the radio airplay.

Lordivino "Deyb" Ignacio aka Bassilyo, one of the leading rappers in the Philippines and also a part of rap group Crazy as Pinoy, has recently launched his new album "Klasik" at the R Bistro located at the 2nd Floor of Victoria Tower in Timog Avenue, Quezon City. Members of the media were there including representatives from the top three TV networks ABS-CBN, GMA 7 and TV 5.

Bassilyo's debut EP also include tracks like "Walang Kuwentang Kanta", Wow", "Matira Matibay", "Prinsesa Ko", "Ayoko Nang Umawit", "Pamagat", "Baliwan" whic also features artists Crazy Family, Badboys, Crazy Mix, Crispin, Elbiz, Buhawi, G Clown, . Flict G. Kakin and Lirico.

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Repertory Philippines proudly announces their second offering for the season of 2014 with August: Osage County - the 2008 Pulitzer Prize winner for Drama written by Tracy Letts. The play dates are from February 21 - March 16, 2014 and will be held at the Onstage of Greenbelt 1 cinema in Makati.

If you think the title is familiar, it is because there is a Hollywood movie version being shown at other countries already and soon here in the Philippines.

August: Osage County is all about the Weston family who have the uncanny ability of making each other's lives absolutely miserable. Set on the plains of modern day, middle-class Oklahoma amidst the mysterious disappearance of the household patriarch. Witness the meltdown of the family members because of several personal difficulties that they are unable to resolve.

The play has a powerhouse cast composed of Baby Barredo, Pinky Amador, Tami Monsod, Liesl Batucan, Leo Rialp, Kenneth Moraleda, Shiela Francisco, Thea Gloria, Richard Cunanan, Hans Eckstein, Noel Rayos, Angeli Bayani, Naths Everett, and Arnel Carreon.

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The National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) presented the National Artist for sculpture, Dr. Abdulmari Asia-Ima designed Sarimanok medal to fifty-nine (59) recipients last night, February 2 at the Newport Performing Arts Theater at Resorts World Manila.

The 6th Ani ng Dangal or “Harvest of Honors” is an annual affair in the Philippines celebrated as a highlight of the Philippine Arts Festival - a tradition of recognizing Filipino excellence in the arts. It is a state recognition from by the NCCA under the Office of the President of the Republic of the Philippines given to natural-born Filipino artists and groups that have reaped top honors in international events covering the Seven (7) Art Disciplines namely Architecture and Allied Arts, Cinema, Dance, Dramatic Arts, Literary Arts, Music, Visual Arts, and Multi-Disciplinary Arts.

The 6th Ani ng Dangal featured the ABS-CBN Philharmonic Orchestra under the baton of Maestro Gerard Salonga together with some of the recipients such as Director Brillantes Mendoza, Eugene Domingo, Alessandra De Rossi, Eddie Garcia, Jed Madela, The Halili-Cruz School of Ballet, Hail Mary the Queen Children’s Choir, Candice Adea, Bayanihan, Philippine All Stars, Pupil, Joel Torre, and Nora Aunor.

Mega Job Fair at Starmall EDSA-Shaw from Magnus Eventus

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Get ready for another opportunity to land your dream job soon!

You are invited to Join Magnus Eventus 12th Mega Job Fair on February 6 & 7 from 10am-5pm @ 2/F, Starmall EDSA Shaw, Mandaluyong City.

Refer your friends & get FREE resume printing.

Various employers will be there.

Please check out their official website at www.magnuseventus.com

or their Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/MagnusEventus

Feel free to share this to your friends whom you think will benefit form this. They can try their luck by applying. Who knows? Maybe it will be their day to shine and win an employer!

Entrepreneur and Franchise Expo Set on June 2014

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After successfully staging the Philippine SME Business Expo 2013, the country’s biggest expo for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) last July 12-14, 2013 at the SMX Convention Center Taguig, with 140 participating businesses and over 10,000 visitors, MediaCom Solutions, Inc., Philippines’ preferred stakeholders’ communications and events enterprise is presenting the country’s biggest exhibition and convention for innovative entrepreneurs and growing franchise businesses, the Entrepreneur and Franchise Expo 2014.

The Entrepreneur and Franchise Expo 2014 with the tagline, “Your Step to Success!” is set to be held on June 27-29, 2014 at the Megatrade Hall, Hall1, 5th Level, Mega B, SM Megamall, Mandaluyong City. Empowering over 150 Micro-Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) from various business sectors, from food, education, retailing, real estate, travel, automobiles, logistics, agriculture, manufacturing, technology, IT, financing and more.

“Our vision is to provide entrepreneurs a top environment with fun-filled activities and exciting programs where they can network with other business stakeholders, introduce their businesses, learn the latest industry trends and to assist them in growing their business to achieve the next step to success” says MediaCom Solutions, Inc. CEO and Entrepreneur and Franchise Expo organizer, David Abrenilla.

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The Phi Lambda Delta Sorority, the premier sorority of the UP College of Medicine, in celebration of its 45th year, proudly brings you Chef, M.D.: The doctor is in… the Kitchen.

Chef M.D. is a health and lifestyle food fair that advocates proper nutrition, health, and wellness. It endeavors to expose food enthusiasts and food lovers to a holistic and realistic approach towards health maintenance. Highlights of the event program include: (1) actual cooking demonstrations by doctors and/or chefs; (2) and lectures on good nutrition and weight management by doctors.

It’s not impossible to enjoy delicious food without worrying about packing on unnecessary pounds. So head on over to the Rockwell Tent on March 1, 2014 from 10 AM – 10 PM and explore your possibilities for better living. Doctor’s orders!

Road Rage: How To Avoid It

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Why does road rage happen? Because of the traffic, a lot of drivers are hot-headed already. All it takes is a spark, like some guy suddenly cutting in front of you.

To avoid these unfortunate incidents, here are some safety tips to follow:

Tips For The Victim Of Road Rage:

Sometimes, you unknowingly make a driving mistake that causes inconvenience to another vehicle. When such an incident occurs, you could become the victim of road rage. Be very careful. You can never tell what the other driver might do to you. Some drivers actually carry guns in their car.

1. Stay cool even in the midst of reckless drivers. Be a defensive driver and show courtesy.

2. Don't meet anger with anger. Control your emotions and don’t retaliate. The angry driver might be having a bad day already. And irritating him further can cause him to become furious.

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February is love month and Cosmo features the unbreakable couple in showbiz to show some secrets on how to have a long and steady relationship.

Marian Rivera. Dingdong Dantes. Cosmopolitan. Can February get any hotter!? Out in newsstands now, Pinays. Do NOT miss this jampacked issue! www.cosmo.ph has EXCLUSIVE behind-the-scenes pictures and videos.

The most beautiful couple on Earth (aside from me and my wife of course): Marian Rivera and Dingdong Dantes, a.k.a. DongYan = the closest we can get to having a PH version of Brangelina. Two great reasons why you need to have Cosmopolitan magazine February 2014 issue so bad. With the most beautiful couple on earth on the cover this is surely a sold out. Go DongYan!

"Hanggang ngayon, kinikilig pa rin ako." - Marian Rivera on her relationship with Dingdong Dantes.

DOTC Awards Its First PPP Project: AFCS to Modernize Rail Ticketing Experience in 2015

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The Department of Transportation and Communications (DOTC) awarded the first of its many projects under the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) program to a joint venture led by the Ayala and Metro Pacific groups last Thursday, 30 January 2014.

“We are pleased to announce that a modern ticketing system is on its way for our train riders. This is part of the DOTC’s effort to improve our services at the LRT and the MRT. The AFCS will provide passengers with more comfort, convenience, and efficiency in their daily commute, at no cost to government or to the passengers,” said DOTC Secretary Joseph Emilio Aguinaldo Abaya.

The Automatic Fare Collection System (AFCS), a tap-and-go ticketing scheme for the Light Rail Transit (LRT) and Metro Rail Transit (MRT) rail systems, is envisioned to improve passenger comfort and convenience by cutting queuing time and allowing seamless transfers from one rail line to another.