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Friday, April 10, 2015

Volkswagen Vehicles Shine at Manila International Auto Show

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Car enthusiasts and drivers at the 2015 edition of the Manila International Auto Show on April 9 to 12 in World Trade Center, Pasay City witnessed Volkswagen Philippines’ finest collection of its vehicle line-up. The official importer and distributor of VW vehicles in the country displayed the recently launched Golf GTI and Polo Hatchback as well as the Touareg Sport Edition and accessorized Beetle, Touran, and Tiguan. Also exhibited was the new Polo Sedan in automatic transmission.

The multi-awarded VW Golf GTI—in Tornado Red—was the main highlight of the exhibit area. It is the ultimate sportsman within the VW sports car family. It combines technological leadership and uncompromised performance making it a sustainable sports car. The GTI is the sports car with true “style and performance”, because it is THE GTI.

The Golf GTI is powered by a 2.0 turbocharged stratified injection engine with maximum output of 220 Ps at 4,500-6,200 rpm and a maximum torque of 350 Nm at 1,500-4,400 rpm. Mated to a 6-speed dual shift gear transmission and sports-tuned suspension, this car is the definitive hot hatch.
Those who are following the adventures of the VW Polo as it dominated the World Rally Championship for two consecutive years—2013 and 2014—should be glad to know that the Polo Hatchback is now available for young professionals and car lovers who value superior build quality and driving pleasure.

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Mazda Motor Corporation's business in the Philippines has been steadily growing since they established partnership with Berjaya Auto Philippines in January 2013.

Last year, they sold a record 3,632 units, over 50% growth from the previous year. As you may recall, their CX-5 and Mazda6 won Car of The Year from the Car Awards Group, and Mazda’s popularity is rapidly growing in this country.

This year’s Mazda Collection is housed within the new Mazda Global Corporate Identity design standard.

There were a total of 13 all new or upgraded Mazda products with the latest Kodo design language and Skyactiv technology content spread wall to wall in this hall.
Despite the stagnation in the bigger auto markets in the ASEAN region, the mass motorization of the Philippines is just beginning, with strong economic growth underpinned by a young and huge population.

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Solar Transport Automotive Resources Corp., (STAR Corp.), the exclusive distributor of BYD vehicles in the Philippines, unveiled the QIN (pronounced as CHIN), BYD’s second-generation Plug-in-Hybrid Sports Saloon, during the Manila International Auto Show at the World Trade Center in Pasay City.

Named after the first Emperor of China, who unified the country’s cultures and nations, the Qin is a solid testament to BYD's strengths as a carmaker and proof that the company’s technologies are ahead of the competition by leaps and bounds.

The Qin was designed from the ground up as a dual-mode hybrid, unlike existing internal combustion cars that were adapted to hybrids. Not only is the Qin a creative masterpiece, calling upon many design elements derived from ancient Qin Dynasty weaponry and symbols, it is designed to have both power and efficiency without compromise, unlike any other plug-in-hybrid sedan built to date.

Spotted On Lazada: Samsung S6

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Effortless shopping just becomes simply exciting as the recently launched Samsung S6 models are now available in the Philippines through Lazada.com.ph. The early debut of the Samsung S6 models comes in with a jaw-dropping price tag that would definitely not break your bank accounts.

The Samsung S6 32GB currently carries a price tag of PhP 31,999 while the Samsung S6 EDGE 32GB is currently at PhP 36,999 and the Samsung S6 EDGE 64GB is being sold at PhP 42,999 – all of which could be purchased via Credit/Debit Cards, PayPal, and Megalink Affiliated Cards.

However, if you are a BDO Credit Card holder, you may have the option to pay via instalments for as low as PhP 2,000 per month!

So sound the alarm and get the latest Samsung S6 phones from Lazada.com.ph via http://www.lazada.com.ph/samsung-galaxy-s6/ if you are using desktop or laptop. If you are on the go, you can quickly shop via the Lazada Mobile App which is available both on AppStore and Google Play.

Do not be left behind and spread the hottest piece of news!

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The Mu Sigma Phi Sorority*, together with CHEMWORLD Fragrance Factory Alabang and Megawide World Citi Consortium, in cooperation with Body Options, Pepsi Corporation and Shell Canvass, proudly bring you, Whiff & Unwind: Whiff Some Fragrances, Unwind Your Senses.

This is a one-day sense fair promoting scents as a medium for expression and relaxation. It will be held on April 25, 2015 from 10:00am to 6:00pm. It includes perfume making and calligraphy workshops which targets to cater all perfume enthusiasts, a head and foot massage using fragrance oils aimed at aromatherapy, and a scent exhibit wherein the participant may share their customized perfumes.

It will also feature talks regarding perfume making, aromatherapy, scents and attraction. Part of the proceeds of the event will be given to San Lorenzo Ruiz Home for the Elderly, operated by the Little Sisters of the Poor, which aims to provide the needs of the elderly poor by welcoming them in their home.

The official media sponsors are Astig.ph, Circuit Magazine, Click the City, DZUP 1602, Magic 89.9, Travelibre, and WazzupPilipinas.com.

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For Geje Eustaquio, ONE: VALOR OF CHAMPIONS will be just the sort of homecoming that he needs to continue his climb up the ladder.

Eustaquio will take on Anatpong Bunrad in a key flyweight match on 24 April 2015 from the Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay, Philippines.

Along with the featured 125-pound attraction, Ben Askren defends his ONE Welterweight World Championship against Luis Santos and Mark Striegl faces Casey Suire in a bantamweight bout.

Regardless of the end result, Eustaquio’s 2014 ONE Flyweight World Championship fight with Adriano Moraes at ONE: RISE OF THE KINGDOM was only a positive.

Even though he found himself caught by Moraes, who is widely-considered one of the best 125-pound fighters in the world, Eustaquio gave him everything he could handle for a round-plus.

Before slipping up vs. Moraes, the 26-year-old Lakay MMA member had won two straight under the ONE banner, scoring decisions over Kentaro Watanabe and Eugene Toquero.

He dealt Toquero his first career loss in 2013 and also bested Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu world champion Alex Silva back in 2012 in only his fourth career MMA match.

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Inquirer.net reports that Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates recently visited the International Rice Research Institute in Los Banos, Laguna according to the online news reliable sources.
The American philanthropist arrived at 8 a.m. of April 7 Tuesday at the IRRI headquarters aboard a private helicopter and left after a two-hour “confidential visit.”
The rice institute’s spokesperson would not deny nor confirm the visit after IRRI was requested for comments. The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation supports the research and development of IRRI’s Golden Rice, a genetically manipulated rice variety that contains beta carotene."

It is either strange or admirable for the Microsoft founder for being too silent and low profile about his visit to the Philippines.

We all know how popular Bill Gates is and he should have been top news which is why it was surprising that only Inquirer was able to pick up on this news.

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Thank you to It Figures Skin Care and Body Shaping - Makati branch for the regular Fat-Burning Radio Frequency (RF) treatments.

I'm already at my 4th visit to get rid of my double chin. They say it will take around 6 to 8 sessions before we could totally burn the unwanted fat but I also need to complement it with right exercise and good diet, otherwise it will just come back.

However, there are some saying the improvements are noticeable already. Just a little off the fat but noticeably better than before.

It Figures Skin Care and Body Shaping - Makati offers non-invasive facial, skin care and slimming services for both men and women.

Thanks to Marnel, who was mostly the one attending to my treatments and, of course, to Gernie for allowing me to experience such an opportunity. I hope to write well the end results of their efforts, and hoping it will be a success.

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Nope! There's only Josie Rizal announced as a new Filipino character among the three new ones of the Tekken 7 fighting game. The Andrea Bonifacio is fictitious, but why not - Emilia Aguinaldo, Apolinaria Mabini, Marcela Del Pilar, Juana Luna, Nene Aquino and all the rest of our male Pinoy heroes created with a female version seems interesting to watch fight each other on screen.

Or is it not a fitting tribute since it's a fighting game after all. Not really promoting camaraderie or good traits. Even Jose Rizal fought with his pen - which is supposed to be mightier than the sword or the gun. But a fist may be different - still it's promoting violence, and who are addicted to these games bit our kids who will be influenced by these arcade games.

The other two characters new in the game are Jin Kazama and his evil supernatural alter ego Devil Jin. This makes Josie Rizal the newest female character of Tekken 7.

But all the legal aspect issues and the controversies hounding the new character patterned after Jose Rizal may cause the creators of Tekken 7 to delete the character from the game. The name was obviously taken from our national hero Jose Rizal's name but I don't think the outfit makes any resemblance. A cropped yellow top and a red and blue skirt is not really Jose Rizal's type of wardrobe. Though the character is skilled in eskrima and kickboxing, our national hero would also not be fighting his way out of a conflict which means it is not an actual portrayal. It's only the name that they adapted and nothing more.

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Get ready to experience the difference as the party that started it all switches to a new frequency. ADHOC is coming back stronger than ever, and this time, we’re giving you exactly what you came for. Enjoy the distinct ADHOC experience brought to you by none other than UP JMA as we bring back everything you love about the biggest college party in the metro. Get hyped with MC Pao and the best DJs in the country as you enjoy overflowing premium drinks, and revel in the one and only ADHOC midnight reveal.

ADHOC Resonance brings you a new spin with the freshest hiphop beats, a new setup, and a new location. On April 25, 2015, SMX will open its doors for the first time ever to the biggest college party in the Metro. Will you be there to witness the change?

Tuesday, April 7, 2015

Health Cube's Complimentary Customized Executive Health Care Package for Media

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Health is wealth - so an annual medical check-up at Health Cube in Promenade, Greenhills was where we spent a few hours of our time in a n effort to determine if we are well within the healthy zone.

April 1 was not a fool's day for me and my wife since we got a truly special complimentary medical check-up designed for media. This is almost similar to the very basic package, but good enough to determine if we are in good health already.

Among the any perks of being a member of the media is these kind of services offered in exchange of writing about our experience. This serves as part of their marketing initiative to let us experience their health care services. A tour of their facility was conducted already at a previous visit so what was left that day was a complimentary customized Executive Health Care package.

Health Cube is a premier medical facility in the heart of Metro Manila that provides personalized outpatient health care. The tests scheduled to be given to us were CBC, Urinalysis, RBS, Uric Acid, SGPT, SGOT, Creatinine, ECG, Chest X-Ray, PFT and Stress Test. We were asked to be there at 8 am. We got there a bit earlier but was surprised they started the check-up even before 8 am.

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The Barangay Nutrition Scholars are volunteers with special functions more diverse than the ordinary health worker. They are the special ones trained to be more attentive to details and with the guts to go beyond the common tasks, and even surpassing the role by becoming more than just a volunteer. He or she would have the daunting tasks of negotiating with the heads of the LGU for continued or more support since their tasks would definitely need the cooperation of the local government unit especially the heads from the Barangay Chairperson to the Mayor of the city or municipality.

I was amused that these BNSs are also given training programs on how to dress up properly and to effectively communicate with heads and superiors. These are knowledge that are worth learning even for health works as the scope of advocating for nutrition should not be solely focused on specifically related training programs. The overall physical, intellectual, social and even mental attributes of an individual should be enhanced as well no matter what profession.

They've mentioned the role of a BNS may even become more popular for the society since they have close encounters with the people themselves. Thus some have leveled up towards higher positions in government. It is admirable that still many of them stayed as a BNS because they truly have loved their advocacy.

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Many are reacting to this "yaya meal" hullabaloo... What's your opinion?

Re-post from Balesin Island Club:

"We at Balesin Island Club do not understand this entire hullabaloo about the “yaya meal.” Any talk of discrimination is inappropriate. In fact, if the guest or member chooses to have the Club serve the “yaya” tenderloin steak and lobster thermidor, we will gladly serve it to the yaya. “Yaya meal” is merely an accommodation and an option for the guest for their “yaya”. H...ence, we do not serve this meal if there is no instruction at all from the guest for a “yaya meal” to be served to a “yaya”.

Incidentally, the yayas are thrilled with their meals because these are deliciously prepared by our chefs, as well, for our operating staff at Balesin.

Mike M. Asperin
CEO & Island Director
Balesin Island Club"

A bunch are saying they should have hires a PR to answer such issues since the CEO named Mike M. Asperin was obviously oblivious to the real reason why many people are reacting violently to his statement.

The fact that this place has a so called discriminating "yaya meal" is already a sign that the management, or the people running the place, are OK with offensive terminologies that distinguished their VIPs from their maids or helpers....and in the case of the CEO, their "operating staff" who are also thrilled being served a "yaya meal."

But was the management just complying with the request of a majority of their members? Thus making most of their members the affluent spoiled brats?

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On March 19, Andrew Stotz, CFA, an award-winning financial analyst with more than two decades of experience in Asia, held a live event at Ugnayang La Salle, De La Salle University – Dasmariñas based on his upcoming book, You Won’t Get Rich in the Stock Market… Until You Change the Way You Think about It.

Roughly 1,700 students were in attendance at this seminar, where Stotz taught them about the 12 investment principles from his new book and showed each of them how to secure their own financial future. He also made sure that, by the end of the seminar, each student had made his or her own personal financial plan. This way, each student would have a roadmap to follow to reach financial independence. “It’s very gratifying to see that many people writing out their first financial plan. I feel like I’m making a difference, helping these students,” said Andrew.

In order to engage the students in the seminar, he asked each student to stand and flip a coin over and over, until only those who had flipped heads or tails ten times in a row were left standing. This was his way of illustrating that repeated stock market success can just be based on chance, and you can’t predict who will flip heads ten times in a row, any more than you can practice coin flipping to increase your chances. One student at the event said, “Mr. Stotz not only has a way with stocks but also has a way on reaching out to people.”

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The latest edition of ‘Art In The Park’ featured a new, creative installation – a welcome change from the usual paintings and sculptures. Artist Derek Tumala created a ‘light installation’ that made use of projection mapping technology.

‘Polyflora’ -- a mural that plays on the synchronisation of geometry & light derived from the shapes of the plants – made viewers appreciate the distinctive appeal of using projection mapping to create art.

“I was thinking of how I can make an art installation that can be organically weaved into the park's aesthetics. Plants are the main component of the park where Art in the Park is initiated. The idea of creating Polyflora, a sculptural & mural piece, got me inspired on how plants organically form geometric patterns - often in repetition - and how it can form an abstract formation. By applying light through video mapping, it creates a mesmerizing presentation,” said ‘Polyflora’ creator Derek Tumala.

For his inspired installation, Tumala gives credit to the Epson projectors. “What's most important for my video mapping project is the quality of light that the projector provides. The Epson projector has excellent brightness that is great for video mapping projection. Details, contrast ratio, and colors are accurate and it transformed the illuminated surface into a mesmerizing piece. The transformative value that projection mapping creates can only be effective with a high quality projector like Epson,” added Tumala.