All4u unlimited Grill and Shabu shabu Opens In Sm Masinag

My love affair with anything Korean especially for food began when I met HaeWon years ago in the series "Summer Scent" and that sets me to start finding for Korean goodies around the metro. If you're like me, constantly looking for authentic Korean dishes, you can check out this newly-opened unlimited Grill and shabu shabu in SM Masinag(if you live in the Eastern side).

Most Influential Filipina Woman In The World Announced

RUBY C. PACIS, CEO & FOUNDING PRESIDENT, FAITH IN GOD RPM PROFESSIONAL AND TECHNICAL SERVICES CORPORATION was selected one of the 100 Most Influential Filipina Women in the World by the Filipina Women's Network.   

The Global FWN100 Award™ recognizes 100 women of Philippine ancestry who are changing the face of leadership in the global workplace, having reached status for outstanding work in their respective fields and are recognized for their achievement and contributions to society, femtorship and legacy. 

Pacis was selected from an outstanding field of nominees from around the world. 

Meteor Garden Actors Use VivoSmartphones in 2018 Reboot!

Hit TV series Meteor Garden has made a comeback this 2018 after a successful and highly popular run 17 years ago, in 2001. Set in the city of Shanghai, the series reboot centers around the story of an ordinary girl, Dong Shancai who enters a prestigious university where she later encounters the well-known F4, an exclusive circle of four boys celebrated in school for their good looks and wealthy background. A string of events brought Shancai with the boys, particularly with the handsome Daoming Si and soft-spoken Huaze Lei.

In the Philippines, the local fans were crossing their fingers that a Filipino version of the beloved Chinese series would materialize, calling for their favorite celebrities to earn a spot in a local series re-make.

F1 Hotel Manila earns medals at the Philippine Culinary Cup

The Philippine Culinary Cup, held last August 1-4, 2018 at the SMX Convention Center, is the most distinguished culinary competition in the country. It is the only one endorsed by the World Association of Chef Societies (WORLDCHEFS), which counts numerous outstanding chefs from different Asian countries as some of its members.

Vivo Hints Fast Charging?

Vivo, one of the leading global smartphones in the world, is set to re-unleash an innovative feature to aid everyday life. Will it be a feature that allows efficient battery charging to ensure better communication, web browsing, and long-lasting apps usage to keep up with day-to-day tasks?

How To Have A Smart Baby?

As an expectant mom, you want the best for your baby. That is why you do everything you can to ensure your baby’s health. But did you know that you could do a lot of things that can help give your baby a bright tomorrow?

While your child is yet to be born, your pregnancy is a crucial time in his or her life. In fact, the World Health Organization says that the first 1000 days of your baby’s life, starting with the 270 days of pregnancy and first two years of a child’s life, is an optimum period to building a strong foundation for their health, growth, and ability to learn in the future.

WWF’s One Planet City Challenge 2018 Winner Announced

Leading experts within the field of urban sustainability around the world have proclaimed Pasig City as the Philippine National Capital of the 2017-2017 edition of World Wide Fund for Nature’s (WWF) One Planet City Challenge (OPCC), a biennial global challenge that recognizes cities for developing infrastructure, housing, transport and mobility solutions to power the global transition to a low-carbon, climate-resilient future.
This edition saw 133 cities representing 23 countries accepting the Challenge.

Pasig’s concrete and comprehensive actions to reduce its carbon emissions, particularly its plan to reduce traffic emissions and congestions as well as its targeted actions around renewable energy and energy efficiency, truly reflected the “sustainable transport and mobility” theme of this run of the OPCC and have made the city eligible for the Global OPCC Prize, which will be awarded in September.  The jury also particularly appreciated the city’s strong community engagement and its adaptation actions, such as the cleaning of the Pasig River and its strong alignment of actions to emissions reduction and execution of said actions.

Seven other Philippine cities, namely Batangas, Catbalogan, Makati, Parañaque, San Carlos, Tagum, and Zamboanga have successfully qualified to join the 2017-2018 OPCC based on the criteria announced early in 2017. The cities of Makati, Pasig, and San Carlos went on to become national finalists and participated in the “We Love Cities” global campaign from May 7 until the end of June 2018.

The City of Jakarta bagged the top plum in the campaign, which is a social media contest that is aimed at inspiring and engaging the respective citizens of the national finalists across the globe for support, votes, and ideas for improvement while Pasig came in second.

Launched in 2011 as the Earth Hour City Challenge, the OPCC highlights the crucial role that cities play in the transition toward a low-carbon and sustainable future. Since then, over 400 countries from 5 continents have heeded the call to sustainably address fast and large transformations in population, consumption patterns, resource use, and waste management. The Philippines joined the Challenge in its 2015-2016 run.

The awarding ceremony for the OPCC national winner, finalists, and qualifiers of the Philippines was held at Marco Polo Ortigas as part of WWF-Philippines’ two-day workshop entitled One Planet Cities: Raising Climate Ambitions and Sustainability Actions for 1.5°C.

Said workshop brought together cities from all over the country to further discuss ways in which they can work together towards the country’s Nationally Determined Contributions (NDC) to meet the Paris Agreement’s goal of keeping global warming to 1.5°C. Updates on the progress of the Philippine government on its commitment to the Paris Agreement, as well as other framework plans addressing climate change and sustainable urban development.

Insights from panelists coming from various sectors steered the tackling of the status of the Local Climate Change Action Plan (LCCAP) compliance of local government units, especially in the urban setting. Challenges being faced by both the national government and the cities in the implementation of their respective LCCAPs were also mapped out with the help of workshop facilitators from WWF-Philippines.

Visit www.panda.org/opcc and http://www.welovecities.org/ for further details on the One Planet City Challenge and We Love Cities.

Is Vivo Preparing For A New Smartphone?

Monday is an exciting day for tech enthusiasts and loyal followers of the fastest growing smartphone brand Vivo as it teased fans with a new visual, raising speculations that a new flagship is on its way.

Vivo said that “something out of this world is brewing.” Tech enthusiasts and fans should keep watch in the coming days for more details.

#BeExtraORLYnary Using Vegan, Cruelty-free Nail Polish

As a healthcare worker back then, it was not allowed to have super long nails. They wanted us to just have clean, natural tips, especially when having direct contact with patients at high risk. But I was a fan of nail polish. It puts me into a positive, jolly mood whenever I see happy nail colors. But is it still possible to have them when you're a mom? Well, I seldom put them now as I see a lot of news about how toxic they are. Have you taken a close look at the ingredients in your nail polish? You should. Some of the nail polishes out there can pose a significant hazard to a person’s health.
But not with ORLY.

Did you know that ORLY created trendy nail lacquer shades that are vegan, cruelty-free, and free from harmful ingredients?

The Newest Kids’ Channel ZooMoo Shows The Wacky World Of Animals

Are nature documentaries too boring for your little ones?
Worry no more, mommies and daddies!
As the first preschool channel which is all about wildlife and conservation, ZooMoo brings excitement to learning by combining funny and adorable puppet characters, stunning animation, breathtaking nature videos, and interactive games that will help young children develop a love for animals. The channel is available on Solar Entertainment’s latest digital platform, EasyTV.

Get To Know Metrobank Foundation's 10 Outstanding Filipinos For 2018

How great and different the world be if only we are constantly aware of our actions and put to mind that every good deed can affect various individuals? And in return, those individuals will influence others as well. Always remember that we are all just travelers in this world and life is temporary. We don’t get a chance to do that many things, so choose to become excellent.

That is exactly what the 10 Outstanding Filipinos of Metrobank Foundation did, who put their commitment to inspire change for others to follow.
The stories of triumph and resilience of these great individuals have truly inspired the masses in building a better future for our nation.

Amaia Scapes North Luzon communities to hold blessing rites for new amenities

In its bid to uplift the lives of its homeowners, top-of-mind affordable real estate developer Amaia Land Corp. continues to offer both functional and leisure amenities at its various communities nationwide.
In its North Luzon communities, for instance, Amaia Scapes is set to hold blessing rites for its newly completed facilities: the village pavilion at Amaia Scapes San Fernando and village pavilion and basketball court Amaia Scapes Capas on August 18 and the village pavilion and basketball court at Amaia Scapes Bulacan on August 25.

Vivo and Smart Forge Partnership For Unlimited Data Plan with Vivo X21

Global smartphone brand Vivo and PLDT Enterprise, the B2B arm of the country’s leading ICT and digital services provider, together with top wireless brand, Smart Communications Inc.,  seal a strong partnership for an exciting new offer: a non-stop data bundle with Vivo’s latest pride, the X21.

The partnership was established last August 16, 2018 in Makati City. Vivo executive Ms. Annie Lim, Vice President for PR Strategy and Partnerships, represented the smartphone brand. Representing PLDT Enterprise on the other hand was Smart AVP & Head for Enterprise Wireless Solutions Chet Alviz.

AI is Making Mobile Life Easier

Not too long ago, artificial intelligence (AI) seems like an idea from a distant, unreachable future. In old sci-fi flicks, AI is often portrayed as robots—mostly evil robots that will bring havoc to the world. But, AI means so much more. It has even evolved into an everyday companion that complements human lifestyle. 

The Vivo leveled up its AI features on the all-new NEX.

Introducing The dS Whitening System

Having milky white skin gives a person unspeakable advantages. It can improve one’s confidence and self-esteem. In our country, white is synonymous to beauty. Filipinas today desire to get whiter skin but not to look exactly like Caucasians. We are already proud of our Asian features, all we want is to improve and enhance them. What we all want and are obsessed with, is having fair skin; but are all skin whitening treatments safe, particularly on prolonged usage?
The answer is NO, because there are certain bleaching preparations available in the market which may cause harmful effects on the skin. The most common of which, are the Irritant Contact Dermatitis and Ochronosis.

Davies Paints SM City Masinag

Color's don't only fit summer, rainy days can surely be filled with colors too!

The triangles #Colorgram at SM City Masinag displays a colorful pop-up exhibit themed for the rainy season. Brightly colored areas in the exhibit, which are Instragrammable (very important!) include a Cloud Wall, Swing Wall (my favorite) Umbrella and Rainbow areas, colorful pyramid blocks and a larger-than-life Jenga-like area. Also displayed hanging across the mall atrium are rows of colorful umbrellas.

PLDT Home Launches Its First Prepaid Broadband Service

With the company’s vision of bringing world-class Internet to Filipino families, PLDT has launched its first ever PLDT Home Prepaid WiFi, an affordable service that makes it easier than ever for more families to enjoy their online activities in the comfort of their home.
The PLDT Home Prepaid WiFi is a plug and play device that instantly connects you to the Internet. Once plugged into a power source, it can simultaneously connect up to 5 WiFi-ready devices, such as a smartphone, tablet, or laptop, to high-speed Internet.

All About True Love And Heartache | #AngBabaengAllergicSaWifi

Odd as it may seem but I actually feel a lot better after watching love tragedies on movies. Tearjerker films leave me feeling fuzzy and warm on the inside. In fact, I have been watching P.S I Love You and A Walk To Remember for the nth time now. They say the sadder the movie, the more likely we were to think about our own relationships, making us feel better, I guess.

So if you're in for a mood for a pick–me–up, I highly recommend you to wait for Jun Lana's masterpiece Ang Babaeng Allergic Sa Wifi to be shown on Philippine cinemas this coming Wednesday, August 15.

Get Your Healthy Meals At Goldilocks And Win The #PinggangPinoyPlatingChallenge!

Recently, I have witnessed the launching of Food and Nutrition Research Institute or FNRI's new projects and the signing of the memorandum of agreement between FNRI's new partners towards the improvement of nutritional status of the Filipinos. Responsible food establishments and institutions are working hand-in-hand to develop healthier meals that will help us get the proper nutrition we need, without stopping us from eating what we love. One of them is Goldilocks.

In 2015, for instance, they have launched the Pinggang Pinoy Meals as part of an advocacy partnership with the Food and Nutrition Research Institute (FNRI) to provide the right amount of nutrients and calories needed by the average Filipino.

Own This Vivo Y85 Beauty for Only Php11,999!

Global smartphone brand Vivo has a treat for its loyal customers: the Y85 is now available for Php11,999 or Php2,000 less its original retail price.

The Y series smartphone was first introduced in May. It has a 6.22-inch 19:9 high definition FullView™ Display with an 88% screen-to-body ratio.

What Happened During The 2nd Leg of #Shopwise The Big Cook Off?

Weekly grocery shopping excursion is our family thing. Though my husband works long hours outside Manila during weekdays, I see to it that we go there as a team, making it our quality family time on the weekends. We only go to one store near our place to save time but I have discovered I can save big at Shopwise after attending the second leg of the Big Cook Off.

There were past great grocery deals and discounts last month. Price Drops on grocery and home essentials, perfect for moms on a budget like me.

VIVO + Artificial Intelligence

We are living in the future and Vivo exemplifies this in all their products. Committed to innovation, the global smartphone brand continues to reinvent its products, this year even inching closer to science-forward technology by integrating artificial intelligence into their smartphone features.

Acer CloudProfessor powers DOST’s IMake.WeMake 2018

During the Department of Science and Technology's (DOST) launch of the Imake.WeMake competition in 2016, many young Filipinos showcased their creativity and skills in developing inventions that can help address some of the country's societal problems. The competition proved effective in encouraging young Filipinos across the country to use their aptitude in science and technology in devising creative solutions in food safety, health, education, and security and disaster mitigation.

This year, DOST partnered with local ICT giant, Acer Philippines, to host the derby's sophomore run using its Internet-of-Things toolkit, Acer CloudProfessor.

Why Vivo has Always Been A Leader in AI Tech

Artificial intelligence has changed the smartphone industry for the better. With the surge of AI, smartphone processes can be customized according to a user’s preferences. Global smartphone brand Vivo has made great use of this technology, making it a true leader in the push for AI-powered smartphones.

The Vivo V9 made selfies more beautiful with AI’s help. Top love pairing Daniel Padilla and Kathryn Bernardo can attest to that.

The All-new Coffee Mocha Float And Improved Premium Brewed Coffee of #Jollibee

Coffee lovers, rejoice!
Jollibee has got exciting announcements for your caffeine fix: the improved Premium Brewed Coffee and the all-new Coffee Mocha Float!

Get Your Vivo V9 For Only Php14,999 This August!

Global smartphone brand Vivo is kicking off August with good news! It has dropped the price of the Vivo V9 to Php14,999 from Php17,990.

That means that new users can now enjoy the 24-megapixel AI selfie camera, the 16MP+5MP dual rear camera, 6.3-inch 19:9 FullView™ Display with an impressive 90% screen-to-body ratio, and all other high-end specs for a lower price. 

YouTube NextUp Returns To The Philippines

YouTube announces the launch of its NextUp contest in the Philippines to turbocharge the careers of local up-and-coming YouTube creators. Since its launch in 2011, NextUp has helped over 500 creators in more than 13 countries take their channels to the next level, giving them skills, mentorship, and a network to help them create compelling content.

Movies for AUGUST 2018 :)

It's only getting colder as BER months are near, so just stay indoors where it is warm or you can watch on movies on the big screen since the month of August is packed with awesome films. The Cinemalaya 2018 festival has concluded last Sunday, August 12, with their annual awards night held at the Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP). You have to see the movie Kung Paano Hinihintay Ang Dapithapon as it won this year's Best Picture for the full-length category.
I have only watched 1 movie for this month Ang Bababeng Allergic Sa Wifi and I must say it did not disappoint, so you better put it on your list, too. Watch out for my full review soon.
Another Cathy Garcia–Molina masterpiece will be shown on the last week of the month so save the date. It is really going to be a good year to watch Filipino movies. Tara, tangkilin ang sariling atin!

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