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Friday, November 21, 2014

AMD Mobile “Carrizo” Family of APUs: A Significant Leap in Performance and Energy Efficiency

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As part of AMD’s 2015 AMD Mobile APU family roadmap, the company AMD today at its Future of Compute event announced the addition of its first high performance system-on-a-chip (SoC), codenamed “Carrizo”, and a mainstream SoC codenamed “Carrizo-L.”

These new 2015 AMD Mobile APUs are designed as complete solutions for gaming, productivity applications, and ultra high-definition 4K experiences in collaboration with hardware and software partners. With support for Microsoft DirectX 12, OpenCL 2.0, AMD’s Mantle API, AMD FreeSync and support for Microsoft’s upcoming Windows 10 operating system, the 2015 AMD Mobile APU family enables the experiences consumers expect.

John Byrne, senior vice president and general manager, Computing and Graphics business group of AMD said they will continue to innovate and build upon their existing IP to deliver great products for their customers. “AMD’s commitment to graphics and compute performance, as expressed by our goal to improve APU energy efficiency 25x by 2020, combines with the latest industry standards and fresh innovation to drive the design of the 2015 AMD Mobile APU family. We are excited about the experiences these new APUs will bring and look forward to sharing more details in the first half of next year” he adds.

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A special documentary narrated by American actor Edward Norton and starrred by world-famous basketball star Yao Ming, presented by WildAid and Discovery Channel expose the African poaching epidemic, which fuels a multi-billion-dollar global black market.

The one-hour feature documentary premieres on Friday, November 21 at 9:00 p.m., exclusively on Discovery Channel.

Background on the crisis and the demand that fuels it

Each year, the death toll rises with 25,000 African elephants murdered last year alone, and 4.5 million killed in the last 60 years. These magnificent creatures are victims of ivory poaching, perpetrated by one of the most organized, widespread wildlife trafficking networks in history. The growing demand in China and Southeast Asia is driving sharp increases in poaching.

In China, ivory is prized as a status symbol by the nation’s growing affluent and middle classes, and the country’s legal market perpetuates demand and provides a laundering mechanism for illegal, poached ivory from Africa. Rhino horn is highly sought after for purported health benefits. In Vietnam, rhino horn has a reputation as a cancer treatment and a hangover cure regardless of the fact that the horn is composed of keratin – the same substance as human hair and fingernails.

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Take a look in any street in the country and you will likely see a franchised business as more and more people are making the decision to engage in entrepreneurship.

One of the reason franchising has been so successful is that; a synergy is created between franchisor and franchisee. Together the two could achieve things that as individual business people they could not do. While there are many examples of successful franchises, buying a franchise is no guarantee of success. A great factor in franchising success is the personal traits of the franchisee. Here are some traits of successful franchisees.

1. Willingness to be a team player

The key to a successful franchise relationship is close cooperation between the franchisee and franchisor. The franchisor must take care of the interests of the franchise as a whole which may require complete cooperation in the part of the franchisee. The franchisee must also follow the system prepared by the franchisor. In the case of Aquabest, it appoints specialized franchise relations officers and customer care representatives to attend to the concerns and continuously build good ties with the franchisee. This means that Aquabest and its franchisees can work as a team to help each other succeed.

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Tanghalang Ateneo's soon-to-open play Glenn Sevilla Mas's "Rite of Passage: Sa Pagtubu kang Tahud (An adaptation of a Kinaray-a short story by Maria Milagros Geremia Lachica). The play has a lot of beautiful insights about 'growing up --- from puberty to adolescence and manhood. The play is 'For Mature Audiences' so expect a lot of sensitive but interesting topics from the story.

The play was first produced by Tanghalang Pilipino for the Virgin Labfest, the Cultural Center of the Philippines' annual festival of new plays in 2005. A book version was also produced by the UST Publishing House in 2005.

The open letter below was written by Ronan Capinding, the director of Rite of Passage and upon reading its message, it is best that we share this to you so it will likewise be re-shared and read by the Pinoy teenagers today.

Once again, we are reminding our readers to kindly please watch RITE OF PASSAGE.

Play Dates:

Nov. 27, 28, 29 -- 7 pm.
Dec. 3, 4, 5, 6, 10, 11, 12, 13 -- 7 pm
Nov. 29, Dec. 8, 13 -- 2 pm

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Project Glocal and 98B COLLABoratory, in partnership with Escolta Commercial Associations, Inc., present Transi(en)t Manila, a lightning residency program conceived to provide avenues of involvement for artists and collaborating creatives from different disciplines. The project was launched in April 2014, with satellite programs in Taipei in March and Penang in August.

Transi(en)t Manila activities are as follows:

15 November, along with 98B’s Future Market and ESC Project, Pan will launch Kwok Hin Tang’s (HongKong) video work—an output of his research residency in May for Transi(en)t Manila.

21 November at 4:30PM, Peterson Building will launch Ernest Concepcion’s (Philippines) installation, a spin-off of his latest work earlier exhibited at the UP Jorge Vargas Museum for his solo “Crux of Things”.

22 November from 3:00PM to 6:00PM, Juan Luna Building hosts a talk on “The Project Glocal Experience” with Marika Constantino (Philippines), Fiona Lee (HongKong), and Joey Berenguer (Philippines). The installation work of Kok Yoong Lim (Malaysia) and the video documentation of Project Glocal 2014: Transi(en)t installments (Taipei and Penang) will also be launched.

It’s Thanksgiving Day at Gumbo!

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On November 27, last Thursday of the month, Gumbo, a New Orleans restaurant is one in celebration of Thanksgiving Day, an annual tradition in the US, historically a religious tradition to give thanks to God. It is now celebrated in the Philippines and It is also a time for merrymaking, shopping, family reunions, feasts and family dinners.

Speaking of family dinners, Gumbo, located at the 2nd level, Entertainment Mall, SM Mall of Asia; 2nd level, The Block, SM City North Edsa; 3rd level, Robinsons Place Manila Midtown; 2nd level, Atrium Bldg., SM Megamall; Gateway Mall Araneta Center; and Robinsons Magnolia is a perfect place to celebrate this day as they prepare delicious and mouth-watering dishes for your family and friends to feast on. Highly recommended is “Combo Magnifico” valued at P1525.00 but you can avail for only P999.00, a huge saving of P526.00 indeed a reason to thank God for!

This sumptuous treat includes Chicken and Cheese Melt Fries, Shrimp Aglio Olio and Cajun Fried Chicken, plus a carafe or 1.5 liters of Coke, guaranteed good for five persons!

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On the fourth Thursday of November, Burgoo American Bar and Restaurant joins in commemorating this one of the most important holidays in the US, Canada and several countries including the Philippines.

Thanksgiving Day is a joyous family festival celebrated with lots of enthusiasm. On this day people express gratitude to God for His blessings and give thanks to dear ones for their love and support. Feasting with family is an integrated and most delightful part of any Thanksgiving Day celebrations. And where is the best place to have fun on this day than in your favorite restaurant such as Burgoo!

True to their tagline “At Burgoo it’s always a family treat!” the whole family will surely love this “Marvelous Combo” for only P999.00. Valued at P1525.00, you can save P526.00 for these sumptuous dishes composed of Extra Supreme Nachos; Country-Style Fried Chicken with rice pilaf and potato wedges or any two side dishes of your choice; and Tomato-Basil Spaghetti with special garlic bread. This delicious treat also comes with 1.5 liter of Coca Cola and is available for dine-in or take-out!

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Friday night's usual traffic jam last November 14, 2014 was not a concern for us since we partied all night with some of the great local OPM bands at Circuit Makati. The night was more than spectacular hearing fabulous music live from the performers.

The very first inter-university music festival coming from two of the country's biggest universities, the UP Junior Marketing Association (UPJMA) and DLSU Business Management Society (DLSU BMS), rocked the night with awesome performances from great bands highlighted by the sensational OPM band Spongecola led by Yael Yuzon.

The Apollo Music Festival also featured new artists in town from the famous community online SoundCloud Philippines. SoundCloudPH is an organization of Filipino music enthusiasts who have a strong passion in creating and appreciating music. It is a community committed to improving their craft and supporting fellow musicians and artists. Filipino musicians can exchange tips, ideas and best practices.

There was the SoundClound Philippines Song Writing Competition. The judges were Njelde Mesa, Nonoy Tan , Jim Paredes and Ito Rapadas! The winner of the night was Mic Manalo who brought home a whopping 10k cash prize.

Other bands include She's Only Sixteen, the Cohens, The Ransom Collective plus a lot more top emerging bands!

Thank you also to Marc Marasigan Music for living the dream with us last Friday! Bravo to Lucio Pua!

Below are some of the photo during the Apollo Music Festival. A lot more photos are available at the official Facebook page of the event.

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Filipina boxers turned MMA fighters Ana Julaton and Jujeath Nagaowa are both set to show their wares on December at SM Arena.

ONE FC’s May event in Manila earlier this year was a successful endeavour, as both former professional boxers Jujeath Nagaowa and Ana Julaton earned victories and solidified their standing as leading belles of women’s MMA in the Philippines.

At ONE FC: WARRIOR’S WAY on December 5, they aim to put on a repeat performance. Both women will once again be in action on the same night. Nagaowa is set to face Cambodia’s Tharoth Sam while Julaton has a stern test in front of her against Egypt’s Walaa Abbas.

The ONE FC female mixed martial arts scene continues to thrive, especially with the addition of the two former boxers. Julaton previously won both the WBO and IBA Super Bantamweight titles in boxing.

Julaton then decided to try her hand in mixed martial arts and immediately fell in love with the sport. She has now enlisted the help of prominent wrestling coach Ricky Lundell to improve her grappling and is eager to showcase her newfound skills in her next fight.

Julaton is now set to fight in Manila for the second time, and will look to have her hand raised in victory once again in front of her fans in the Philippines.

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Fun runs are everywhere. Almost every month I hear about news of fun run events being organized and sponsored by many companies. Of course, in every dehydrating activity such as a run, we need to rehydrate to bring back the water our bodies sweat out.

Aquabest is proud to announce its support for the 4th Quezon City International Marathon (QCIM).

The company would be setting up hydration stations along Quezon Avenue where it will offer free water to the marathon participants. It would also be giving away awesome prizes and joining the on stage program at the Quezon Memorial Circle. The QCIM is being held to honor and celebrate the 75th founding anniversary of Quezon City.

The event is expected to gather 9,000 professional and amateur runners at the Quezon Memorial Circle on November 29. This year also marks the first time the global marathon event will be held at night. The run shall cover only four categories; 3K, 5K, 10K and 21K. The race will be held at the Quezon Memorial Circle, and from there, it will proceed to Quezon Avenue and Commonwealth Avenue before going back to the Quezon Memorial Circle.