National Museum Declares Post Office Building an Important Cultural Property

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The cultural, artistic and historical significance of the historic Post Office Building has been officially recognized by the National Museum with the public declaration of the iconic building as an Important Cultural Property (ICP).

The National Museum is mandated to declare cultural properties of the Philippines as either Important Cultural Properties or National Cultural Treasures, pursuant to several laws, including Republic Act No. 4846 (Cultural Properties Preservation and Protection Act) as amended by Presidential Decree No. 374, Presidential Decree No. 260, Republic Act No.8492 (National Museum Act of 1998) and most recently, Republic Act No. 10066 (National Cultural Heritage Act of 2009).

An Important Cultural Property (ICP) is a cultural asset that possesses “exceptional cultural, artistic and/or historical significance”. 

Postmaster General Joel Otarra said that the Philippine Postal System has a remarkable history. It was first established in Manila in 1767. The first known location of the Manila Post Office was on Escolta, next to the Estero de la Reina near Santa Cruz church.

During the American occupation, the Post Office Building was built in the 1926 as a modern colonial architecture, an example of a perfect neo-classical monument built and designed by Filipino Architect Juan Arellano and Tomas Mapua in the heart of Manila.  The building was rebuilt after World War II.

The Post Office Building has maintained its formidable and beautiful edifice.

The Philippine Postal Corporation (PHLPost) has also unveiled the Museum Ceremonial Groundbreaking Marker to officially start the construction and retrofitting of the Philippine Postal and Philatelic Museum in partnership with the National Commission for Culture and Arts (NCCA).

PHLPost aims to inspire Filipinos to protect, preserve and promote these exceptional and outstanding cultural properties by establishing a Museum that will hold nationally important historical archive of stamps and museum collections, providing visual, physical and written records of 250 years of postal heritage in the country. 

The Philippine Postal Service is celebrating its 251st founding Anniversary and the National Stamp Collecting Month (NSCM) this month.  

The event also highlights the launching of the colorful “Year of the Pig” commemorative stamps to celebrate the coming 2019 and stamp exhibit featuring rare stamps by known collectors in the country.

Juan Big Idea: Ang Pagtuklas ng Makabagong Marketista - Central Luzon Expedition

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Our beloved detective continues the curious case as his next assignment leads him in Central Luzon.

Follow the trail and seek Detective Juan’s next move as he deciphers the clues in Juan Big Idea: Ang Pagtuklas ng Makabagong Marketista - Central Luzon Expedition at the PHINMA Araullo University Gymnasium, Cabanatuan City, Nueva Ecija on December 2, 2018!

Avail your tickets now for this one of a kind journey.
(inclusive of Certificates, Lunch, and Freebies:

• Members - P300
• Non-members - P350

For inquiries and concerns, you may contact Ms. Shania Caryl Muslim at 09261756104 or email her at pjma.scmmuslim@gmail.com

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Pfizer's World Antibiotic Awareness Week Press Con

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Did you know that antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is an increasingly serious health threat globally? It is predicted that AMR will kill more people than cancer by 2050.

In line with the celebration of World Antibiotic Awareness Week, Pfizer invited us to a press conference last November 7, Wednesday, from 10 AM–1 PM at the New World Makati Hotel.

Here, their guest doctors outlined alarming stories that cause Anti Microbial Resistance. Possible caises is when you do not follow the exact prescription, or when you stop taking medicine when you start feeling well, worst is when you let others botrow your prescription, which is totally wrong as we all have unique characteristics.

World Antibiotic Awareness Week Press Conference to focus more on fighting Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) to encourage AM Stewardship

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Featured speakers were:

Dr. Mario Panaligan, President of Philippine Society for Microbiology and Infectious Diseases (PSMID)

Dr. Regina Berba of National Steering Committee of Antimicrobial Stewardship Program Chair, Department of Health ,(DOH)

Dr. Yolanda Robles, President of Philippine Pharmacists Association (PPhA)

And

Dr. Angelica Claveria, Senior Medical Manager, Pfizer

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DLSU MaFIA to Hold 2nd Global Finance Convention

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Have you ever wondered how economic disturbances such as high inflation and rising interest rates have affected the economy over the past years? The De La Salle University-Manila’s Management of Financial Institutions Association (MaFIA) aims to #GlobalizeFinancialCompetency by hosting their 2nd Global Finance Convention this November 24, 2018 (Saturday) from 1 PM - 6 PM at the 5th floor of the Henry Sy Sr. Hall.

The theme for this year's GFC is "Going beyond the Global Standard of Financial Literacy", which aims to Grow Financial Consciousness by discussing different topics such as Financial Management for Entrepreneurs, State Markets: An Economic Outlook for 2019, and Personal Finance.

Get to witness notable speakers from the Finance, Business and Economics industry such as RJ Ledesma, Arlyn Tan, Jonathan Ravelas and Dexter Agcaoili as they equip the youth with more knowledge.

To know more about this event, please visit and like the official Facebook page of GFC at https://www.facebook.com/DLSU.GFC2018/ and follow their official Twitter account at https://www.twitter.com/gfc2k18

You may also contact the project heads, Alexandra Austria at 09175183358, Alvieya Duron at 09202779517, Alyssa Melegrito 09287771791 and Evan Romantigue 09985932462 for any inquiries.

Together, let us #GlobalizeFinancialCompetency!
#GFC2018  

Discover Surrey Dating Site

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I've been blogging lately about different dating sites across the world, lately in UK.  As a guide to Crazy Asian peeps dating type across Europe. So enjoy the Travel and Online Dating site guide to different part of the world. You can be anywhere to say hi or hello to different races and people across the globe. Now lets take a look at another country from England.

Surrey - If you take a look at the Google Map, It is a county in southeast England bordering London. A former home of Henry VIII. A 500 year old Hampton Court Palace. With a population of 1.1 million and known as the 3rd  most populated county in the southeast. 

Lamudi Honors Local Real Estate’s Best Players and Industry Projects at The Outlook 2018

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Lamudi, the Philippines’ leading online real estate platform, recently hosted The Outlook 2018 gala dinner and awards presentation at the Makati Shangri-La last November 15, 2018. In its second year, The Outlook 2018, co-presented by Philippine Daily Inquirer Property, once again recognized the best real estate developers and projects in the past year.

Lamudi Co-Founder and global CEO Kian Moini opened the evening with a major announcement--that Lamudi recently welcomed two new investors, leading global media companies Axel Springer SE and Ringier. According to Moini, “the majority of funding can and will be spent on growth given the company’s comfortable financial situation and a clear path to breakeven.”

Budget Secretary Benjamin Diokno delivered the evening’s first keynote, highlighting the country’s sound economic fundamentals and sustained investment grade rating.

Meanwhile, Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas Deputy Governor Diwa Guinigundo shone the spotlight on real estate as a key driver of economic growth--underscoring that the industry is far from overheating and that the central bank sees no evidence of asset price bubbles.

Lastly, Ambassador Jose Santiago L. Sta. Romana, Philippine Ambassador to China, discussed strengthening China-Philippine relations and the cross-border opportunities that have opened up, particularly in the property sector.

The keynote speeches followed into the awards segment of the evening. The awards were presented based on the extensive property seeker survey conducted by Lamudi. 

The winning developers and projects are as follows:



CATEGORIES FOR VISAYAS AND MINDANAO

CONDO

Best Affordable Condo of the Year 2018

● Amaia Land Corporation - Amaia Steps Mandaue



Best Premium Condo of the Year 2018

● Alveo Land Corporation - Solinea



HOUSE

Best House of the Year 2018

● Cebu Landmasters, Inc. - Casa Mira South


MIXED-USE DEVELOPMENT

● Megaworld Corporation - Iloilo Business Park


CATEGORIES FOR LUZON

CONDO

Best Affordable Condo of the Year 2018

● For Amenities: Filinvest Land, Inc. - Sorrento Oasis

● For Investment Opportunity: C5 Mansions Development Corporation - Ridgewood Towers Premier


Best Premium Condo of the Year 2018

● For Customer Service: DMCI Homes, Inc. - Kai Garden Residences

● For Trust & Reputation of the Developer: Avida Land Corporation - Avida Towers Asten


Best Luxe Condo of the Year 2018

● For Customer Service: Federal Land, Inc. - Grand Hyatt Manila Residences

● For Location: Anchor Land Holdings, Inc.


HOUSE

Best Affordable House of the Year 2018

● Filinvest Land, Inc. - Claremont

Best Premium House of the Year 2018

● Brittany Corporation - Portofino Alabang


MIXED-USE DEVELOPMENT

Best Mixed-Use Development of the Year 2018 - Luzon

● For Amenities & Location: Megaworld Corporation - McKinley Hill

● For Investment Opportunity: SM Prime Holdings, Inc. - SM Mall of Asia Complex


SPECIAL AWARDS

Best Green Project of the Year 2018

● Imperial Homes Corporation - Solana Verde

Best Innovation Project of the Year 2018

● Italpinas Development Corporation - Miramonti Green Residences


Personality of the Year 2018

● Mr. Jeffrey Lim - President & Executive Director of SM Prime Holdings, Inc.


GRAND AWARDS

BEST DEVELOPER

Best Boutique Developer of the Year 2018 - Visayas and Mindanao

● King Properties, Inc.


Best Boutique Developer of the Year 2018 - Luzon

● Primehomes Real Estate Development, Inc.


Best Developer of the Year 2018 - Visayas and Mindanao

● Megaworld Corporation


Best Developer of the Year 2018 - Luzon

● Ayala Land, Inc.

“We hope that The Outlook may continue to push all of us in the real estate industry to keep breaking barriers and raising the bar higher every chance we get. Hand-in-hand, I believe that through our collective efforts to achieve and do better every time, we can create a culture of excellence that will inspire everyone and elevate the industry,” said Lamudi Philippines CEO Bhavna Suresh in her closing speech.

For more information on The Outlook 2018, visit www.lamudi.com.ph/outlook2018.

WeeXpress App Is Here To Deliver Your Gifts This Christmas Holiday

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This holiday season, delivering gifts to your friends, colleagues and loved ones is now becoming more easier as WeeXpress App is set to be your friendly companion in gift-giving.

WeeXpress, a trusted, Filipino made service and mobile application aims to fulfill customers' everyday delivery needs with their courier and delivery services all over Metro Manila. The company's vision is to become the Philippines' most efficient delivery app, leading in eco-friendliness through their efforts to promote environment-friendly services with couriers making use of bicycles and motorcycles on deliveries.

The app is proudly made by Filipino developers dedicated to giving the Philippines a more efficient way of transporting documents, parcels, and packed food. At the same time, it aims to solve a portion of the Philippines’ societal issues by providing jobs to the unemployed who are willing to make deliveries on bicycles and motors, given that they have the required government clearances.

You can download the WeeXpress App on Google Play (for Android users) or AppStore (for IOS users) and follow the four-step delivery procedure. With their guaranteed same day (eight-hour guaranteed delivery), it's sure to make your parcels and documents just right in time of your need.

1. Book a Pick-Up point

2. Wait for your rider to pick-up your item

3. Track your parcel through our app. You'll get notified once the receiver gets the item.

4. Delivery done!

The base rate is at (50) pesos for the roadside pick up and (60) pesos for the door to door deliveries within the first three kilometers. Succeeding distance would be charged (12) pesos per kilometer.

WeeXpress gives money back guarantee for all deliveries in Metro Manila, giving satisfaction to its clients. The said policy guarantees payment refund for all deliveries that exceeds more than 8 hours from the time of pick-up to delivery.

WeeXpress is created by a group of logistics minds with vast experience on shipping and transportation and knows deeply the complete cycle of end to end deliveries.

For every delivery, WeeXpress donates (2) pesos to the My Superhero Friends Foundation Inc.

Michael Maranan who is a biker himself founded the WeeXpress with the aim to make logistics services affordable and eco-friendly.

“We are the first logistic services courier to push bicycles as alternative mode of transporting parcels and deliveries in the Philippines. We want this to be the mainstream mode of transporting small goods here in our country due to its pro-environment advantages, Maranan claims.

Christmas Is Home at the Star-Studded Araneta Center Christmas Tree Lighting

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One of the most anticipated activities at The Araneta Center is happening on the night of Friday of November 16. We witnessed Araneta Center lit up as it switched the stunning 3000 LED lights on it's iconic giant assortedly decorated Christmas tree at Times Square food park, with a constellation of stars, led by Sarah Geronimo and Vice Ganda, descending in the country's premiere Lifestyle hub. Also there were the Kid's Choice jurors, popular love teams,

This 37-year old tradition has never failed to mezmerize the crowd as the Christmas Tree is considered the centerpiece of Yuletide season.

The Araneta Center also partnered with the Parent Advocates for Visually Impaired Children (PAVIC) to treat 19 blind kids.

The Binibining Pilipinas' Queens, led by Miss Universe Philippines Catriona Gray, also graced the Christmas Tree Lighting. Together with Stella Marquez Araneta, the Bb Pilipinas queens officiated the gift-giving to PAVIC .

The area is also the new home of the well-loved and returning Christmas on Display which will have it's own festive launch on November 23

Check out our photo albums at our official Facebook page at http://www.Facebook.com/WazzupPilipinas

For more updates, visit www.aranetacenter.net


and the social media pages of The Araneta Center @AranetaCenter on Facebook and @TheAranetaCenter on Instagram


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Pacsafe Celebrates 20th Anniversary

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Pacsafe celebrates two decades of providing secure and stylish travel gear for all travelers.

For two decades, Pacsafe has been at the forefront of innovating anti-theft carry solutions and helping people around the world enjoy life’s adventures knowing their gear is safe. It all began in 1998, when two Australian travelers combined their love for travel and technology with a vision to help travellers across the globe. They chose a turtle for the Pacsafe® logo as a tribute to the sea creatures who navigate the world with their protective homes on their backs. The constantly moving, forever exploring mindset became part of the brand’s DNA, not just in travel, but in developing and improving quality products as well. In 20 years, Pacsafe has garnered multiple industry accolades for their innovative, consumer-focused design.

The patented anti-theft Pacsafe Technology™ is at the heart of it all: smart closures, easy and secure locking systems, RFID blocking material — protecting your bag, belongings and identity.

As a testament to its success, Pacsafe is available in 40 countries including the Philippines, where it is currently in its 11th successful year. In celebration of its 20th year, including its phenomenal Philippine run, Pacsafe releases 18 new styles for its Fall/Winter 2018 collection: from backpacks to messenger bags and portable safes, each new style is testament to how far the brand has come.

To celebrate 20 years of safe travels, Pacsafe launched a Travelsafe and Vibe backpack made with Econyl® - a yarn made from regenerated nylon waste including fishing nets, which means less rubbish in our oceans.

Pacsafe for its 20^th year is releasing two limited edition EconylThe bags are made from regenerated nylon wastes gathered from the oceans

Pacsafe Travelsafe (Php 4,390)

Pacsafe Vibe (Php 8,190)

One of the highlights from the Fall/Winter 2018 collection is the Citysafe CX collection now in Blue Orchid - made for every style-forward city dweller, with seven different styles in an irresistible blue and gray floral print.

The Citysafe CX backpack (Php 6390) in the new Blue Orchid color can be converted to a shoulder bag.

Pacsafe Citysafe CX Square Crossbody (Php 4490)

Pacsafe Citysafe CX Wristlet Wallet (Php 2890)

Pacsafe Citysafe CX Tote (Php 8890) 

Another highlight is the Stylesafe collection—stylish travel essentials for professionals, travelers and professional travelers alike—now available in a refreshing Kombu Green colorway.

Pacsafe Stylesafe Backpack (Php 6090) in the new Kombu Green colorway

Pacsafe Stylesafe Convertible Crossbody (Php 6090)

Pacsafe Stylesafe Sling Backpack (Php 5490)

Pacsafe Stylesafe tote (Php 6690)

Magnus McGlashan, Pacsafe Co-Founder, looks forward to the brand’s next 20 years as the world’s leading maker of safe travel gear. “Fueled by the spirit of constant innovation, we have steadily built a team dedicated to inventing ground-breaking carry solutions that keep people’s gear safe when they are on the go. We won awards for our technology, gathered more than 40 patents, and most importantly solved a whole range of security issues,” said Magnus McGlashan, co-founder of Pacsafe®. “Whether it’s bags that work as portable safes, backpacks that are easy to lock yet hard to break into, or wallets that help prevent RFID scan scams, it’s all designed to keep your mind at ease when out in the world, so you can do more, see more, and be more.”

And following the lead of the global Pacsafe brand, local distributor United Limsun aims to further bring Pacsafe products closer to its Filipino audience. Dustin Lim, CEO of United Limsun International Trading Corporation shares: “For the past decade, Pacsafe has been well received by Filipinos. We have also acquired a good number of loyal followers. Our next goal is to make the brand omnipresent in all malls and strengthen our online presence, making the brand more accessible to our customers. At present, we are in 173 doors: 7 Pacsafe stores, 33 major department stores, and 133 multi-brand chains. 14 of these multi-brand chains is URBANIZE—a local brain child of United Limsun International Trading Corporation.” With 20 years of innovation and millions of miles covered, Pacsafe remains to be the 1 trusted brand for travelers who want to embrace life’s adventures knowing their gear is secure.



PACSAFE is located in the following malls: Glorietta 5 G/F, SM Mall of Asia G/F and SM Seaside Cebu 2/F, SM North EDSA The Block 3/F, SM Lanang Premier UG, and Ayala Centrio GF. It is also available at all branches of Urbanize and at urbanize.com.ph. For more information about Pacsafe products, visit www.pacsafe.com or follow Pacsafe on Facebook and Instagram at /PacsafePH. #Pacsafe20Years

Understanding Sleep Disorder and How To Save Big On Medicines

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Various study reports have estimated the total expenditure for insomnia in the United States can range from $35 billion per year to $107 billion per year. The costs are inclusive of the direct treatment expenditure that consists of physician visitation and prescriptions and the associated and indirect costs like the utilization of medical services, increased accident risk, and a loss of workplace productivity.

Understanding sleep disorders

In this era of increasing communication, information and scrutiny, the sleep medicine centers and networks, the different businesses in the sleep medicine R&D as well the patient himself must know the costs of insomnia. However, patients can now rest easy because, through the Prescription Discount Program presented by Pharma Quotes. Here, they now have the option to save up to 75% on various generic and branded drugs including sleep disorder prescription drugs.

There are various forms of sleep disorders;

(i) Narcolepsy

(ii) Sleep-apneas

(iii) Circadian rhythm disorders; delayed sleep phase

(iv) Restless legs syndrome and other insomnia related movement disorders

(v) Para-somnias also known as night terrors

Around 25-30% of the American population suffers from insomnia according to the National Institutes of Health, USA. All over around the world there has been a growing trend of people suffering from various sleep disorders and has been officially classed as a mental health disorder. It is quite a shocking fact that sleep disorder is now twice as common in occurrence as clinical depression or anxiety.

Chronic insomnia is most common in adults, and the condition usually worsens with passing age. It is sad but true the fact that a patient who has insomnia suffers a higher rate of medical morbidity as well as psychiatric morbidity. What adds on to the worsening quality of life for the patient is usually the financial burden of such a vexing disorder. 

The symptoms

· difficulty in falling and staying asleep

· daytime fatigue

· irritability and anxiety

· lack of concentration

· depression

Diagnosing Sleep Disorders

The specialist will perform specific tests including:

· polysomnography to evaluate oxygen levels, body movements, and brain waves

· electroencephalogram to assesses electrical activity in the brain and detection of potential problems

· genetic blood testing for the diagnosis of narcolepsy

The treatment

The treatment generally consists of a combination of prescription drugs and lifestyle changes.

Medical Treatments

· sleeping pills

· melatonin supplements

· cold medication

· breathing device or surgical procedures (in the case of sleep apnea)

· a dental guard (in case of teeth grinding)

Lifestyle Changes

These include,

· increased intake of vegetables and fish in the diet; reducing sugar intake

· reducing levels of stress through exercises

· a regular sleeping schedule

· low water consumption before bedtime

· limiting the caffeine intake

· decreased tobacco and alcohol use

Having a good sleeping habit, going to bed and waking up at regular times is the only way to cope with sleeping disorders. Practicing a healthy lifestyle along with the prescription medications will help you sleep better and supply the much-needed drive and energy to tackle the problems of life.