IMAX and Starbucks' exciting movie treat

Say Yes !! that's right just the words... with IMAX and Starbucks after movie treat, because the our two well-loved brands are partnering together to give us a very exciting and special treat yeayy... So read it carefully okay. 

When you and your friends enjoying the movie in IMAX, be it Sci-Fi, adventure or drama film, don't you ever forget to visit Starbucks branches for your complimentary upsize handcrafted beverage and Snack Time for your upsize popcorn.

All you have to do is to present your IMAX movie ticket at Starbucks and your Starbucks receipt in any Snack Time branches and viola an instant complimentary upsize treat for your beverage and popcorn respectively yeay..

The promo will run from July 7 to August 31,2014  Offer is only valid on the date printed on the IMAX / Starbucks POS Receipt.Terms and Conditions apply. Please visit www.smcinema.com or www.starbucks.ph for the complete mechanics.

The Voice Ph's Finalist Janice Javier Concert Set on the 4th of July

Together with the release of her self-titled album, The Voice Ph's finalist Janice Javier, also announces her upcoming concert. At the recent bloggers conference happen at MCA Office in Raffles Building Ortigas Center, Janice shared how excited and at the same time nervous she is, about what is happening in her career right now.

Janice Javier album is composed of 14 tracks including NIS, Never Knew Love (Until I Met You), Heaven Knows, Why Can It Be, The Greatest Love Of All, Coming Home, Dust In The Wind, He's Out Of My Life, Imagine, I Believe I Can Fly, Chain Of Fools, Starting Over Again, Encore and her original composition Breathe feat. apl.de.ap.

"I am so happy that I have my own album, plus the fact that its under MCA pa, so overwhelming po talaga ang mga nangyayaring ito sa akin at sana po suportahan nyo ako dito" Janice shared "At syempre po i'll be having my concert on the 4th of July at Teatrino, we will make sure na I'll do my best to entertain the people".



Teatrino, Promenade Greenhills will bring Janice Javier's power, soul and R&B voice on July 4, 2014 for The Voice of Janice Javier, Live In Concert. Together with her co-finalist in The Voice PH, Myk Perez, Janice will be showcasing various genre of music that will make your night memorable. 

Janice shared that she started singing when she was 4 years old, 12 when she is professionally singing and for 20 years she is working here and abroad. She's also grateful that people appreciated and supported the talent that she showed at The Voice PH, from there, she again gained more confidence to pursue her dreams of sharing her talent with everyone.

As a treat her album has one track (Encore) that she recorded when she was learning how to sing and I heard it already and she so cute :). 

Janice Javier album is now available in all record bars nationwide, iTunes, spinnr.ph. And for ticket on Janice concert at TicketWorld for 1,000Php. Visit www.ticketworld.com.ph or call 891-9999.

For bookings and inquiries, contact Mr. Sammy Samaniego of MCA Music Artist Management at +632 916-2504 local 107, +63917-8565174 and +63920-9682991. Follow them on Facebook/mcamusic and Twitter/mca_music for more updates.

Thank you so much MCA, LionHearTV, Pinoy Magazine and Spinnr.Ph for the opportunity to meet Janice Javier.

Kapamilya's New TV Series "Hawak Kamay" spend a day at Hospicio De San Jose

ABS-CBN's newest family drama series Hawak Kamay, is set to reach out to modern day Filipino families. True to its objective, they took a family day at Hospicio De San Jose, Manila. Attended by the complete casts of the series lead by Piolo Pascual, Iza Clazado, Nikki Gil, Alex Torres, Zaijan Jaranilla, Andrea Brillantes, Xyriel Manabat and Yesha Camille. Together with them are the production team of the series which gave fun and exciting activities for everyone.

Hawak Kamay Family Day started with fun activities for children and friends from Hospicio like magic show, bubbles show, acrobatics etc. They also served with delicious food from various supporters of the artists and the show like donuts, hotdogs, cakes and more. The residents welcome the casts with a smile, specially the children that are following them  and almost escort them on their designated seats :).

Hawaka Kamay is a story of Gin (Piolo Pascual), who has a dream to make it big in the music industry and will faced different troubles in life that may make or break his norms in himself and his relationship with other people. Started with the side of the woman he loves, Me-ann (Nikki Gil), together with three parentless children such as Emong (Zaijan Jaranilla), Harriet (Xyrile Manabat) and Ningning (Yesha Camille), under the watch of estate executor Atty Bianca Magpantay (Iza Calzado).



A family series that we should all watch out for everyday on ABS-CBN. For more details follow them on Facebook/HawakKamayTV and Twitter, Instagram @HamakKamayTV.

Sam Milby for Dermablend

The Prince of Romance and Rockoustic Heartthrob Sam Milby, is a product of reality TV show of ABS-CBN (Pinoy Big Brother). Now he is one of the in demand actor and singer in the industry. But when he was starting in the showbizness, there are few brands who trusted and take him as an endorser, one of which is Dermablend.

"Before I become an endorser of the product, I really use Dermablend soap specially the Orange-Papaya variant" Sam shared."I am very thankful and grateful that up until now they trust and support me in all my endeavors."



Recently, Dermablend Meet & Greet Sam Milby held at Fisher Mall Quezon City. The fans and supporters of Sam gathered together at the activity center of the mall earlier as expected. They are all excited to see Sam and also purchased and supported Dermablend soaps. 

Sam Milby while taking autographs, singing onstage, with Stalder family

ABS-CBN Star Magic Philippines' Sam Milby, didn't failed to make people smile, because he sang three songs and gave Dermablend soaps for free :). After which they also had a chance to take pictures with the him and autograph.

Follow Sam Milby (@samuelmilby) and Dermablend's (@mydermablend) social media accounts for more details and information on how to join the next meet & greet event.

Greenhills Shopping Center will hold "Cash for Scrap 5" on June 29

"garbage is money, not trash" that is one thing I remember, when I was in high school wherein projects and resourcefulness are taught. Up until this age of mine, I always apply what I learned and believe into it, because it's really true. All you have to do is the process of separation or segregation, with a little discipline and of course concern for mother Earth. And yes you will be rewarded with cash.

A reason why, I always admire every organization or group encouraging people to have continuous effort to promote green living and awareness on proper solid waste management, like the Greenhills Shopping Center on its fifth run of Cash for Scrap: A Recyclers’ Bazaar that will happen on June 29.

As your usual routine in one of Metro Manila’s most-loved retail destinations, on Sunday, June 29 it will change a little bit because they calling everyone to participate and to bring their recyclable wastes at Parking 1, fronting G-Strip Building between 8 AM to 12 NN. Cash for Scrap 5 will be participated by Manila’s top recyclers.

“Cash for Scrap continues to draw in more support year after year. In 2013 alone, we were able to gather over 2,000kg of paper products, 1,650 kg of used lead acid batteries, among other forms of recyclable and reusable waste,” says Cathy Ko, General Manager of Greenhills Shopping Center.

Here's you may bring on Sunday to make it in cash:

· Paper products: Newspapers, cartons, magazines, notebooks, old books, telephone directories, and more

· Plastic products: PET bottles, used but clean plastic bags, sando bags, plastic sachets, plastic straws, and more

· Electronic wastes: Non-working electronic & electrical appliances, household batteries, cellphone batteries and chargers, CPU’s & monitors, laptops, digital cameras, telephones, fax machines, printers, scanners, keyboards, and others.

· Aluminum cans of soda and other beverages

· Clean and dry Polystyrene sytro

· Tetra Pak cartons

· Doy packs of juice and shampoo sachets

· Used printer ink cartridges

· Used cooking oil

The Recyclers’ Bazaar is co-presented by National Solid Waste Management Commission under the Department of Environmental and Natural Resources, Barangays Greenhills and Wack-Wack, Solid Waste Management Association of the Philippines, and Ortigas & Company.

Ortigas & Co., the developer behind some of Metro Manila’s most-loved residential communities such as Valle Verde and Greenhills Subdivisions, as well as known shopping destinations such as Greenhills Shopping Center and Tiendesitas, practices proper waste management in all its residential and commercial projects.

For more information, you may call Ms. Mona Lauraya at 721.05.72 local 707 or visitwww.Greenhills.com.ph. Also watch out for more announcements and like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/greenhillsofficial

The Sandbox Collective presents "DANI GIRL" a musical good for the soul

Manila’s newest performing arts collective, The Sandbox Collective, will be mounting the groundbreaking musical good for the soul, played at sold-out houses Off-Broadway, fringe theater festivals and regional theaters across Australia, Canada, and the United States. Now here in the Philippines, a provocative new musical by Michael Kooman and Christopher Dimond,  “DANI GIRL”, an uplifting and inspiring story about a nine year-old girl battling with leukemia. The show will run for 15 performances from July 11-27, 2014 at the Carlos P. Romulo Auditorium, RCBC Plaza, Makati City. 

The journey of a Dani Lyons (Rebecca Coates) who loses all her hair due chemo therapy because her cancer has returned after three years of being remission. But instead of sitting back and letting her condition take over her, she goes on an imaginary quest together with her guardian angel Raph (alternating role Lorenz Martinez and Reb Atadero), her film-obsessed roommate Marty (Luigi Quesada), and her teddy bear Mr. Fritzto (Chester), to find the answer to the question, “Why is cancer?”.

“We are very privileged to be re-imagining this bold, new musical for our local audiences,” shares Toff de Venecia, The Sandbox Collective managing artistic director and “Dani Girl” director (whose credits include Ateneo Blue Repertory’s Little Shop of Horrors for which he was nominated “Best Director” for Broadway World Philippines, 13 the Musical, A New Brain, and 9 Works Theatrical’s You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown and Repertory Philippines’ Wait Until Dark as assistant director). “The songs are beautifully crafted; the story, a bit dark but positively uplifting; and the production, promising to stretch you to the limits of your imagination. This is theater for new audiences.”

Let us all join Dani Girl onstage as she shows from her child’s point of view, also it discusses universally salient themes such as life in the face of death, hope amidst despair, and the peerless power of a child’s imagination. I'm pretty sure this musical good for the soul.

For show-buying, block-buying, and ticket inquiries, please contact 585-6909 or 0917-8996680, or call Ticketworld at 891-9999. You may also visit www.thesandboxcollective.com, or follow them on Facebook: /TheSandboxCollective, Twitter: @TheSandboxCo, and Instagram: @TheSandboxCo.

Dani Girl is presented by The Sandbox Collective, with special participation of My Apt. by Heima, St. Lukes Medical Center Global City, Aristocrat, Toy Kingdom, CSB School of Design and Arts, and media partners: Young STAR, Chalk, Metro, Metro Society, Working Mom, MYX, The Lifestyle Network, JackCITY, Jeepney TV, Focus Media, Business World, HerWord.Com, TomCat Radio, Green Giant FM, and The Manila Bulletin.

Style Origin at Ayala Malls (TriNoma)

Last Saturday June 21, the runway at Trinoma Activity Center lights up as Ayala Mall presented the lifestyle series that will cultivate shopper's eye for style - STYLE ORIGIN. Mensweek Fashion Show are presented directed by Ariel Lozada.

Ayala Malls, the country’s leading lifestyle and shopping destination re-energizes the local fashion scene,in partnership with the Philippine STAR, Starworld, MEGA, Meg and Chalk. With the country’s leading style authorities, Regina Belmonte of Philippine Star, Peewee Isidro and Rainier Dagala of MEGA Magazine, Bianca Gonzalez and Patrick Galang of Meg Magazine, and Kate Paras and Elaine Carag of Chalk Magazine, Style Origin opens up a remarkable setting where timeless, impeccable style is bound to be experienced. 

The regular male patrons and shoppers of Ayala Malls, witnessed the display of designer wear at the Mensweek fashion shows, with sharp and sleek menswear staples imagined by global Filipino tastemakers that are bound to make their wardrobe every bit dapper. From the renowned Filipino designers, like Gian Romano, Ivar Aseron, M Baretto, Joey Samson, Don Sevilla, Renan Pacson, Rhett Eala, Jerome Lorico, Jeff Rogador, Anthony Ramirez, Avel Bacudio, Bang Pineda, Chris Diaz, Dennis Lustico, Herbert Custodio, Jaggy Glarino, James Reyes, Jeffery Rogador, Jerome Ang, Joel Escober, Johann Manas, Nixon Marquez, Noel Crisostomo, Norman Noriega, Proudrace, Regine Dulay, Roland Alzate, Sassa Jimenez, Tonichi Nocom, Ulysses King, Willar Matteo, Y. Quisimbing and Ziggy Savella.

Continue the style conversations online by tagging @trinomatweets on Twitter and @ilovetrinoma on Instagram with the hashtag #StyleOrigin. For inquiries, please call the TriNoma Concierge Hotline at 901-3000 or visit www.facebook.com/TriNoma.AyalaMalls.

UNO Magazine's 2014 Swimsuit Special featuring RYZA CENON

The Kapuso StarStruck Ultimate Female Survivor Ms. Ryza Cenon is this year's UNO Magazine's Swimsuit Special centerfold. She is one of four sexy and gorgeous cover girls of UNO Magazine's 2014 Swimsuit Special.

Recently the fans of supporters of actress Ryza Cenon, had a chance to see and know her better at Uno Magazine Meet & Greet in ToyCon2014 last weekend. She admitted that she is a homebody and likes to stay in the kitchen to prepare food and apply learning she gained from cooking TV shows.

“Knowing how to cook is more attractive to boys,” she teases. “It means you’re not just sexy but wife material.”

If you are watching Sunday All Stars which Ryza is a regular member, you will know how she dances very well and have hosting skills. As a StarStruck survivor she can do anything as of whatever her job demanded, including showing of skin, like for example in this year's UNO Magazine's special.

Joining Ryza as one of the cover girls of the special issue are indie film goddess Mercedes Cabral, hot momma Aubrey Miles and social media standout Danica Torres.

  

UNO magazine is available in all leading bookstores and magazine stands nationwide.

ROXEE B. for UNO Magazine (June)

Remember Roxanne Barcelo of the famous teen TV series? Now she is more daring in and out of the spotlight for this month's UNO Magazine. Roxanne is now Roxee B, a reinvention of a young girl to a more confident and strong woman.

The 15-year showbiz veteran still projects an aura of mystery you want to unravel. From acting, singing and dancing Roxee B still has it all to be one of this industry's durable stars. A character that is alive in and out of herself like being resilient and work ethics in mind.

“There are no short cuts to success, there’s also no easy way to fit,” she says. “Motivation, in particular, is very important.” Roxee B. divulged.

After releasing an album and appearing on shows as varied as the Pinoy Big Brother Celebrity Edition and MTV Philippines’ annual VJ Hunt, Roxee took bigger risks by exploring hiphop and R&B in future music projects, and baring some skin on an Adolf Alix Jr. film. She’s also not shy about sharing herself, from her newfound love, fellow PBB alum Will Devaughn to her more intimate moments on social media.

“I just decided to accept myself for what I am,” she admits. And we can’t wait how she’ll surprise us next.

Joining Roxee B in this month's issue is the OneFC’s Christine Hallauer and former General Luna front woman, Nicole Ascensio.

Plus we all know that it’s the rockers and athletes who always get the girl, we sought advice from rising actor Alwyn Uytinco, star of the groundbreaking series Beki Boxer, on how to raise our game in love and live.

These stories and more, so what are you waiting for??

UNO magazine is available in all leading bookstores and magazine stands nationwide.

Philam Life celebrates parenthood with “Real Life Lessons” Facebook contest

Philam Life, the country’s premier life insurance company, recently launched a new Facebook contest dubbed as “Real Life Lessons.” The campaign aims to commemorate Mother’s Day in the month of May, and Father’s Day in June.

Phillip Ang

The most important lesson I have learned from my MOM is to give my BEST in whatever I do. With this in mind, I grew up to be confident and pursued my dreams. I am who I am because of her.

The photo upload contest on the most popular social networking site in the country is the company’s way of paying tribute to parents who have inspired their children with valuable real life lessons. 

Netizens are encouraged to share a photo of their mom or dad and the real life lessons they have learned from him or her. Facebook users who wish to join can visit the Real Life Lessons app on Philam Life’s Facebook Page (www.facebook.com/PhilamLifeAIA) to upload entries. 

Melanie Ma-Ong

To never lose hope and faith in God despite pains, trials, difficulties or overwhelming circumstances. He taught by modelling it thru the life he lives.

Philam Life head of marketing Jessica Abaya said, “Parents play a key role in preparing their children for real life. In addition to helping them be financially prepared, this also means equipping them with the character and values that will guide them in their lifelong journey.”

The Real Life Lessons contest builds up on Philam Life as part of AIA, the Real Life Company, that is dedicated to providing the right solutions and plans that turn people’s real-life struggles into success, fears into peace of mind, and dreams into reality.

The most inspiring story wins the grand prize – a luxury buffet for four at the Spiral in Sofitel Philippine Plaza Manila. The winner will be announced on June 27, 2014.
Aside from registering and submitting their entry, participants may also vote for their favorite submission, and share the Real Life Lessons app to friends on Facebook and Twitter for a chance to win P500-worth of gift cheques from Starbucks in the weekly raffle draws on May 23 and June 23, 2014.

The Real Life Facebook promo is open to Philippine residents. Philam Life Financial Advisors and employees are eligible to join. Full mechanics can be found on www.facebook.com/PhilamLifeAIA.

MILO and DepEd for "One Child, One Sport" campaign

The leading beverage brand MILO, recently announced its partnership with the Department of Education (DepEd) for the "One Child, One Sport" campaign. The One Child, One Sport campaign reinforces the new and existing sports programs of MILO and DepEd to promote one advocacy that is building a nation of champions. The program seeks to empower, mobilize, and inspire both the youth and their educators through sports and proper nutrition. 

The launch was held at Bayview Hotel and attended by the executives of Nestle Philippines, DepEd Assistant Secretary Tonisito Umali, Rio Dela Cruz of Run Rio, media and more. The program always emphasizing that in providing access to physical education specially the children and introducing various sports disciplines will not only shape the country’s budding athletes and building champions, but will also address the right of every Filipino opportunities for a better future.

The launch was held at Bayview Hotel and attended by the executives of Nestle Philippines, DepEd Assistant Secretary Tonisito Umali, Rio Dela Cruz of Run Rio, media and more. The program always emphasizing that in providing access to physical education specially the children and introducing various sports disciplines will not only shape the country’s budding athletes and building champions, but will also address the right of every Filipino opportunities for a better future.

“We are working closely with DepEd to raise awareness about the value of physical education and sports in bringing a wealth of physical and mental benefits and teaching life values that prepare schoolchildren for a successful adulthood,” says Nestle Philippines Beverages Business Executive Manager Sherilla Bayona. “One Child, One Sport is a program that encourages children to get into an active and healthy lifestyle and eventually lead them to sports.”

"The principles that the child learn from sports is the same principles that they need through the journey of life" shared by DepEd Asst. Sec. Tonisito Umali, "Like for example discipline and cooperation".

MILO and DepEd will implement One Child, One Sport across ongoing and new sports programs in public schools around the country. One example of how OCOS will leverage existing MILO sports programs is the National MILO Marathon, which will continue to engage DepEd through its short distance race categories and the Help Give Shoes Advocacy.

As the NATIONAL MILO MARATHON marks its 38th season this year, MILO introduces the categories for aspiring runners like the 3-K and 5-K distances.

The National MILO Marathon’s legacy lives on as it ushers the 18-leg event with the opening race in Baguio on June 29. The winners of this season’s National Finals will be given a chance to compete in the 2015 Tokyo Marathon. Just like last year’s victors Eduardo Buenavista and Mary Joy Tabal, part of their prize for winning the 37th NMM in 2013, is to send and competed in the Paris Marathon last April 2014 which was  participated around 230,000 runners globally.

And as always Nestle Philippines (MILO) will further support the young Filipino talents by providing 16,000 underprivileged youth with brand new running shoes this year to reach the 50,000 mark through the Help Give Shoes advocacy. Help Give Shoes aims make the donation to students in Yolanda-hit cities, particularly Tacloban, Ormoc, and Eastern Samar.

The registration is also up and growing to continue not only encouraging every Filipino to run but mostly to join in its noble cause. Interested participants may process their registration, payment, and direct-to-home delivery of race kits online through the official MILO website.

Following the pilot race in Baguio (June 29), the elimination legs will resume in Dagupan (July 6), Tarlac (July 13), Angeles (July 20), Manila (July 27), Naga (August 24), Lucena (August 31), Puerto Princesa (September 7), Lipa (September 14), Iloilo (September 21), Bacolod (September 28), Tagbilaran (October 5), Cebu (October 12), Butuan (October 19), Cagayan De Oro (November 9), General Santos (November 16), and Davao (November 23). The National Finals will be held on December 7 at the SM Mall of Asia grounds in Pasay City.

The 38th National MILO Marathon is made possible by Timex, the Bayview Park Hotel Manila, ASICS, Lenovo, Manila Bulletin and Gatorade, along with endorsements from the Department of Education, Philippine Sports Commission and the Philippine Olympic Committee.

For more information on MILO Philippines, log on to the official website (http://www.milo.com.ph) or the MILO Philippines Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/milo.ph). Follow MILO on Twitter (@MiloPH) and Instagram (@MiloPhilippines).

Midea's Consumer Appliances, make life easier

Midea's Consumer Appliances, one of the world's largest consumer appliances launches line of products for the busy homemaker. Midea's Appliance collection aim to make your life easier, better and healthier. 

The Midea Consumer Appliances media launch was held at Buddha Bar recently and for us to witness the line of their appliances, the place was full latest kitchen appliances from microwaves, refrigerators, washing machines and more. One-by-one they demonstrate how easy and innovative the products are.

"We all know that multitasking is innate in every Filipino, specially now that they have other responsibilities aside from maintaining the house, they also work and help provide for their family, through this latest products we can offer a great help and assistant for them" says Mr. Philip Tragapa, General Manager of Concepcion-Midea Inc., Philippines.

Midea's One Touch Washing machine is engineered to make one's life better. Features includes a one touch button do to all from wash, rinse and dry, wherein it automatically weighs the clothes and allow the right amount of water and detergent. 

The One Touch Washing machine also has a Quick Wash feature that can clean a drumfull of clothes in as fast as nineteen minutes. While washing it is tangled-free, you can assure that your clothes are taking care of safely. The best thing about it is it is very efficient, as one wash cycle is equal to only one peso in electrical consumption.

More so, the new Midea French Door or the "Party Refrigerator", which will make and maintain your food fresh and healthy. Party Refrigerator because it can fit in almost 20 baskets of groceries. A Keep Fresh technology feature that maintains the optimum level of humidity to keep food freshness.

An innovative, convenient and affordable line of appliances that only Midea can give for Filipinos. Now available at leading home appliances natiowide.

For more details and information visit www.midea.com.ph or you may call 632-850-9888.

Join this year's TAYO AWARDS challenge

Members of Team BUNDOL Mountaineers, the Coke Barkada Awardee last year, with officers of the Coca-Cola Foundation Philippines, Inc. smile after planting trees by the balding side of the mountain. The Coke Barkada award is given to the TAYO Finalist that shares happiness, and embodies the passion in changing communities through projects that mirrors what Coca-Cola has been doing in the fields of water stewardship, women empowerment, and promoting well-being.

Coca-Cola Foundation Philippines with its longstanding partner, Ten Accomplished Youth Organizations (TAYO) Awards Foundation, is once again calling student and youth organizations across the Philippines to take on the 12th TAYO Awards challenge. The TAYO Awards recognizes the outstanding contributions of Filipino youth groups to their respective communities through projects that address relevant needs or opportunities such as poverty reduction, education, disaster risk reduction, financial literacy, environmental conservation, and tourism.

In its most recent run, TAYO received a total of 286 entries, of which the following winners were chosen: Gualandi Volunteer Service Program, Association of Locally Empowered Youth-NM, Hayag Youth Organization, Kawil Tours, Tanay Mountaineers Incorporated, Reduction Advocacy Program, TC Youth Laboratory Cooperative, United Architects of the Philippines Student Auxiliary - Foundation University Chapter, Tulong sa Kapwa Kapatid, Volunteer Service Provider, and University of San Carlos-Pathways.

Special recognition was also given to a high-energy team of Sarangani mountaineers dubbed Team BUNDOL, this year’s Coke Barkada awardee. The Coke Barkada Award is given to one of the TAYO finalists that best demonstrates the qualities of a Coke Barkada – a group that shares happiness and embodies the passion to change communities through projects that mirror the Coca-Cola sustainability pillars ofwater stewardship, women empowerment, and promotion of well-being.

A Lasting Partnership

The partnership between TAYO Foundation and Coca-Cola Foundation Philippines – the social investment arm of Coca-Cola Philippines and Coca-Cola FEMSA Philippines - began in 2005 upon the institution of the Coke Barkada Award as a special category in the annual TAYO Awards.

“At Coca-Cola, we believe that you can never be too young to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others. People may be calling this generation the ‘selfie’ generation but, as one TAYO Finalist put it, it’s a we-generation or a TAYO-generation, not a me-generation, as I’ve come to know them. I feel like a proud mom to them, hearing their stories and getting to know all the wonderful work that they do,” said Cecile Alcantara, President of the Coca-Cola Foundation Philippines, Inc.

In 2006, Coca-Cola Foundation scaled up its partnership to be the TAYO Award’s sole co-presenter.

“Last year, I remember being brought to tears when one of the TAYO Finalists went to the audience to hug her friend during the awarding ceremony. Moments like these are the result of the golden triangle at work: where business, civil society and government pool together to help towards the growth of the country and its people. As a Company, we believe that our business is only as strong and sustainable as the communities we serve and through partnerships like these, we take the opportunity to contribute all we can to make a positive impact,” said Atty. Adel Tamano, Vice President for Public Affairs and Communications of Coca-Cola Philippines, who also serves a judge in the panel for TAYO.

“You don’t forget groups like the Team BUNDOL Mountaineers, Tulong Sa Kapwa Kapatid, or even the Cebu Youth Ambassadors from the year before. These aren’t just groups, these are real people with real stories and I look forward to being part of the panel again this year to hear all of them,” he added.

The TAYO Awards 2014 is presented by the TAYO Awards Foundation, together with the Coca-Cola Foundation Philippines, in partnership with the National Youth Commission and the Office of Senator Bam Aquino. 

I happen to witness the said awarding ceremony for TAYO Awards 2014 and I will it it again with you HERE.

Joining the search

To join the TAYO Awards, organizations must accomplish a TAYO 12 Entry Form and TAYO 12 Project briefer that can be accessed through in the Tayo Awards Website (http://www.tayoawards.net/tayo12/). Documents proving the existence and veracity of information, list of officers, leaders and founders and three-page project documentation must also be e-mailed to Tayo secretariat.

The TAYO Awards accepts entries from interested youth groups, organizations, clubs, and societies that are composed of at least 15 members, more than half of which must be between 15 to 30 years old. The submitted projects must have either been recently concluded or are still ongoing.

Entries are judged on the following criteria: Impact of project entry on stakeholders; harnessing the spirit of volunteerism and citizenship; creativity and innovation; and sustainability and effective use of resources. The winning organizations will receive a special trophy created by Philippine sculptor Tyom De Leon Imao, and a Php50,000 grant from Coca-Cola Foundation Philippines.

Deadline for entries is on September 30, 2014. Interested organizations may submit their entries through the official website of TAYO Awards, www.tayoawards.net.

Autograph Signing of UNO Magazine at TOYCON 2014 (Ryza Cenon and Roxee B)

Wanna meet the gorgeous and sexy Ryza Cenon and Roxee B? Well this is your chance, because the two beautiful ladies will be on the ToyCon 2014, for the autograph signing of UNO Magazine happening at Megatrade Hall SM Megamall this weekend June 21 and 22.

June 21 Ryza Cenon will make your night (6PM) to remember, get ready with your tantalizing eyes, if ever your eyes cross with Ryza hehe..

On the other day, June 22 (2PM), make way for Roxee B and get ready with your red lips, you never know, you might get a chance to kiss her. Don't tell me, I didn't tell you to prepare oki. hehe..

So it's a date okay :)

KakaoTalk now available to all Mac users and launches new feature, Search Chat

Recently, one of the leading mobile messengers in the world, KakaoTalk, has announced an exciting updates for everyone, specially the subscribers across the world. It is now available for Mac users and not only that they also offering new feature, the “Search Chat”, favorable and available on the desktop client, KakaoTalk Windows.

KakaoTalk for Mac

KakaoTalk's desktop chat is now available to all Mac users. The beta version of KakaoTalk for Mac is available in English and Korean, with all the basic messaging features that KaTalkers love and rely on: full sync between mobile & Mac, friends list, chat rooms, emoticons, ability to receive files in any format (Word, Excel, photos, videos, etc.) and more. More features and updates (including search and the ability to send files) will be coming soon to Mac. 

Search Chat

Using "Search chat," enables KakaoTalk users on Windows PC a quick search in any conversation by keyword and find all relevant messages sent/received within the chatroom in reverse chronological order. Instead of having to scroll back through past conversations, the new "Search Chat" feature brings KaTalkers right to the conversation that they are looking for. All search is based on the data cached on the client, and makes "Search chat" instant and secure.

Search is available immediately for anyone who uses KakaoTalk for Windows PC -- which is free and available for everyone in the world in English, Korean and Japanese. The "Search Chat" feature will also be available on KakaoTalk mobile apps later this year.

KakaoTalk’s desktop apps also enable users to share a variety of Mac and PC-compatible files, including images, video, audio, documents, and compressed files of 57 different file formats. Users can send and receive files on KakaoTalk for Windows, and can receive files on KakaoTalk for Mac (sending capabilities coming soon). 

KakaoTalk for Mac can be found in the Mac App Store, and both services can be found here: http://www.kakao.com/services/8

Toni Gonzaga's "Celestine" album under Star Records.

The Ultimate Multimedia Star, Toni Gonzaga, recently releases her newest album with a title came from her real name "Celestine". The seventh album of Toni under Star Records, introduces her as a singer-songwriter and she considers it as very personal, because of its two original songs that she co-wrote with the composer-producer Jonathan Manalo.

The album composed of ten tracks that features original songs including "Got U", "Finally", "Sweetest Song", "Oh Boy", "Di Ba Halata", "Kahit Na", and her compositions "This Love Is Like" with its Moophs Remix and "Awit Ni Ginny". To complate the tracks is her own rendition of "Starting Over Again".

The song "Awit ni Ginny", is a song she made while waiting at the shooting of their box-office hit movie "Starting Over Again" with Piolo Pascual last year. Toni revealed that she has so many songs that she written but hesitant to submit it formally, but the said song really struck her heart.



"Ito po album na ito ay kinu-consider ko pong napaka personal for me, kaya pinangalanan din namin ito ng real name ko "Celestine", kasi ako po ito at may mga personal touch po talaga ako dito, lalo na po dahil may sinulat po akong kanta dito na na-inspired po ako isulat habang nag- sushoot kami ni Piolo ng Starting Over Again" Toni shared. 

Toni is currently promoting her latest album, so watchout for its official launch Sunday on "ASAP19" and on June 22 on Eastwood.

"Celestine" album is now available in all record bars nationwide for only 250Php. Digitally available at iTunes, www.amazon.com, www.mymusicstore.com.ph, and www.starmusic.ph.

Master Game Face All-Star Basketball Challenge featuring the PBA, UAAP and NCAA Players and NBA Star Kevin Love on June 21

This year, the top brand for face care Master, brings the Master Game Face Challenge. On its second year, the Master Game Face All Star Basketball Challenge will bring two team captains that will assure a competitive and exciting game on court. Rain or Shine's Chris Tiu and San Mig Coffee's Marc Pingris, will dominate the court with their team members on June 21, 7PM at the SMART Araneta Coliseum in Cubao, Quezon City.

Each team has a selected Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) players and collegiate all-star basketball players will surely be a more fun and exciting match. On the Draft happen recently at the Activity Center of SM Mall of Asia, Team Chris includes Ranidel De Ocampo, Jeff Chan, Larry Fonacier, Jimmy Alapag, Jeric Teng and Alex Nuyles to backstop UAAP and NCAA collegiate stars Jeron Teng, Chris Newsome, Kevin Ferrer, Mike Tolomia, Rome Dela Rosa, Mark Cruz, and Zach Nichols.

“With my draft picks and collegiate players, I’m very confident that we will prevail in our match-up with Team Marc, especially with our game faces on,” said Tiu.

On the other hand Team Pingris includes Gary David, Mark Barroca, Mike Cortez, Jared Dillinger, Cliff Hodge and Paul Artadi to provide experience to his team composed of UAAP and NCAA standouts Andre Paras, Jeoffrey Javillonar, Jericho Cruz, Roi Sumang, Baser Amer, Kevin Racal, and Josan Nimes.

“Lalong lumakas ang team namin sa mga nakuha kong fellow PBA players. Excited na ako for our June 21 Master All-Star Challenge basketball game,” said Pingris. 

More so the night will be more interesting and equally thrilling half time show, because they will be featuring the NBA superstar and Minnesota Timberwolves Power Forward Kevin Love and surely be doing his signature moves alongside dunkers from the USA. 

The 6’10” power forward is set to appear during the event to display his signature basketball moves and outlet passing in a skills challenge. The 2012 NBA 3-point shootout champion will also slug it out with some of the PBA’s best shooters in a 3-point shootout. Joining him as well will be basketball slam dunkers from the US to bring a truly memorable and exciting basketball fest. 

“We are excited to bring to the country three-time NBA All-Star player Kevin Love. Dubbed by the Associated Press as the new face of the Timberwolves franchise, we will see him put his Master game face on to electrify Pinoy basketball fans with his skills and signature moves to elevate Master Game Face to an even higher level this 2014,” said Jonathan Pua, Unilever Male Grooming brand manager.

All the players will surely have an Oil-Free, Game Face everywhere because they'll be using Master. A complete line of face care products including facial wash, face cleansers and face moisturizers is highly recommended for the competitive sportsman, specifically basketball which will take it to a whole new level. 

Master Oil Control Max Facial Wash has the revolutionary Cooling ZEROIL formula that controls oil for 8 hours for that fresh game face look to bring out the best in anyone’s game – even off the court. Get 8 hours of no oil with Master Facial Wash so you can put your game face on! You can also fight deep seated dirt that causes pimples with Master Oil Control Max Deep Cleanser. For more details about Master products and about the Master Game Face All-Star Basketball Challenge, visit www.MasterPhilippines.com.ph and facebook.com/MasterPhilippines. Follow Master on Twitter and Instagram @MasterGameFace to find out more.

For tickets to the Master Game Face All Star Basketball Challenge featuring the PBA, UAAP and NCAA Players and NBA Star Kevin Love on June 21 at the Smart Araneta Coliseum, can be purchased from Ticketnet outlets or by visiting Ticketnet’s Website at www.ticketnet.com.ph or call 911-5555.

Uncompromised Fatherhood

Father's Day is coming, a day to honour our fathers, the unconditional love they give, the best provider of our needs, it is right to recognize and offer them the best day ever. 

In any profession and any field, performing at your best always matters. Uncompromised performance, especially for those who have other people depending on them, is expected. 

Here is a video teaser of three fathers in three very demanding jobs, talking about uncompromised fatherhood and the importance of communication, and connecting with their respective kids. 

Uncompromised Fatherhood is showed almost everyday in our home, day-in and day-out, my father always makes sure that the maximum protection and safety in his children is render. Evident on always calling, texting and even using social networking sites like Facebook, Twitter or Viber despite his super busy schedule and miles from home. Happy Father's Day Papa :)

How about you? Can you share your thoughts on what you think is the meaning of Uncompromised Fatherhood? I am happy to hear that from you? 

Find out more this Father's Day, June 15, 2014. #UncompromisedFatherhood

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"ROSE FOSTANES: My Way" debut album under STAR RECORDS

Remember the first grand champion of X-Factor Israel, Rose Fostanes, she is a pure Filipino who works as a caregiver in Israel, join X Factor and won. Now she returns to our country to share her talent that was first recognized at Israel and around the world. 

Recently she launches her debut album "Rose Fostanes: My Way" under Star Records at Sunday noon time show "ASAP 19" which she sang one of her carrier singles and one of Filipinos' videoke favorites, "Bakit Ako Mahihiya.

Then at the press launch happen this afternoon, she sang the song that represents her life right now "This Is My Life", I almost cry when I heard her singing live. Its always a different feeling when you hear a quality singer, singing live.

"Sa ngayon po masasabi kong "This Is My Life" ang kanta ng buhay ko, dahil gusto kong ipakita sa tao sa ito ang buhay ko at magsilbi sanang inspiration sa iba na nangangarap" she added.

The album “Rose Fostanes: My Way″ also features three soulful renditions of other timeless hits and videoke favorites, including "This Is My Life," "Rain," "Forever's Not Enough," and her winning piece, "My Way."

The album not only contains cover song but also two oroginal tracks namely, "Ris" and "If This Is Love."

“Rose Fostanes: My Way″ album is now available in record bars nationwide for only P250. The tracks can also be downloaded via iTunes,www.amazon.com, www.mymusicstore.com.ph and www.starmusic.ph.

For more information about Rose's album, visit Star Records’ Facebook fanpage at Facebook.com/starrecordsphil or follow @starrecordsph on Twitter.

Toshiba announces the release of its flagship, top of the line laptops in the Philippines

When it comes to laptops, Toshiba has always been one of the leading technology developer and a brand that you can rely on in terms of quality, power, versatility and durability. This year they once again release of its flagship, top of the line laptops in the Philippines.

The New Satellite L Series

The 14.0” Satellite L40 and the 15.6” Satellite L50/L50D. With an extensive range of multimedia features and design options, the Satellite L Series offers versatile performance, modern styling and entertainment-focused features. The new laptops also mark the start of Toshiba’s strategic relationship with audio expert Skullcandy, adding more robust sound capabilities for greater overall value.

“These new laptops are designed to give users the power and versatility to do more with their laptop,” said Ms Wong Wai Meng, Senior Manager of Product Marketing at Toshiba Singapore Pte Ltd, Digital Products & Services Group. “Full-featured, completely customizable with an all-new stunning design, these laptops provide the ultimate audio and visual experience for movies, games and more.”

The Satellite L Series is powered by a choice of Intel or AMD processors. With up to 4th generation Intel Core i7 processors providing visibly smart performance at its best and new built in visuals for a better PC experience. Alternatively, the L50D features latest AMD A6-6310 Quad Core APU with Radeon™ R5 Graphics. The system also offers the option of integrated or dedicated graphics depending on the user’s requirements. Integrated Intel HD graphics are available on both screen sizes while the latest AMD Radeon™ R7 Graphics with 2GB dedicated video memory feature for a fast, responsive performance enabling more multi-tasking and a smoother experience under intensive use. With a slim profile of only 24mm and with 2 elegant colours to choose from, the sleek Satellite L series is designed to be taken anywhere – making it ideal for users who want a stylish laptop for work and entertainment. The laptops come dressed in Toshiba’s popular glossy finish in Satin Gold or Black.

The Satellite L series comes fitted with a frameless tile keyboard and a large clickpad that is enhanced by a new keycap design, for improved tactile feedback while typing, so users can be more productive in the home or on the go.

Supreme Sound by Skullcandy 

Sporting a mesh slit speaker grill houses a pair of speakers tuned to Skullcandy audio specs rounds out the new design. The Satellite L series is defined by their superior audio, so music can be experienced the way it should sound and with the enrichment of DTS Sound™, volume is boosted, bass is enhanced and definition is improved. To further enhance the sound capabilities of both the Satellite L series, Toshiba turned to the audiophiles at Skullcandy to provide a richer sound experience more commonly heard on more expensive laptops. To achieve clearer, more natural sound, Toshiba and Skullcandy, along with DTS, aligned to tune the built-in speakers to Skullcandy’s audio spec, as well as integrate a custom sound profile with optimized settings for Skullcandy headphones and earbuds. To alert consumers to the audio advantage, Satellite L Series laptops now feature Skullcandy branding.

Designed for flexibility, made for sharing

A huge onboard storage capacity of up to 1TB means users can take their favourite content with them and share it, wherever they go. With up to three USB ports including two USB3.0, it’s quick and easy to transfer data to other devices, upload camera photos and share movies. As one of these ports is also USB Sleep-and-Charge, which allow users to charge USB-powered electronics while the laptop is powered down. For viewing with more people on larger displays without the need for wires, Wi-Fi Certified Miracast™ is included as standard while some models also feature Intel Wireless Display. Content can also be viewed in defined detail when the laptop is connected to an HD TV via HDMI. 

The New Satellite P50 Series

Featuring one of the world’s first 4K Ultra HD display panel in a laptop and the world’s first to earn Technicolor® Color Certification. Ideal for visual creative professionals and multimedia enthusiasts, the new Satellite P50 series is built to take on the most intensive computing demands and turn heads at the same time. With a rare blend of power and beauty, the premium built P50 series offers the perfect solution for strenuous multi-tasking, media creation and gaming. Alternatively, a Full HD (1920 x 1080) screen is available.

“Creative professionals are embracing 4K Ultra HD as it enables a whole new level of media creation that draws viewers in with amazing detail and clarity,” as described by Ms Wong Wai Meng. “Until now, media creators have been unable to have this combination of performance and display capabilities in a mobile solution and we applied years of experience and engineering resources to make it a reality,” she added.

World’s First Technicolor Colour Certified Laptop Display

The Satellite P50’s 15.6-inch diagonal Ultra HD Clear SuperView touchscreen display shows lifelike crystal-clear definition and houses four times as many pixels as a Full HD screen. Delivering a native 3840 x 2160 resolution with 282 PPI (pixels per inch), the display produces smoother imagery and an astounding level of detail. The display, with IPS (In Plane Switching) technology, also allows for higher resolutions and wider viewing angles, enabling photographers, videographers, graphic designers and entertainment enthusiasts to create, review and view media with every confidence that colours are true and accurate.

Each Ultra HD display is individually calibrated by ChromaTuneTM and is Technicolor Color Certified during production to realise natural color expression with an accurate colour gamut to ensure true to life imagery. In addition users can manage individual color space control of wide-gamut displays and apply to a variety of software applications depending on their use by preinstalled ChromaTuneTM for Toshiba software. As a result, everything displayed on screen is reproduced according to the original intent and there are no mismatches when viewing photos or other imagery.

Premium Performance for Demanding Tasks

The Satellite P50 series features a powerful Intel 4th generation i7 Quad-Core™ processor that takes on even the most demanding tasks with ease – even when multiple applications are running at the same time. Ideal for creating and viewing large media files, the Satellite P50 series power is complimented by AMD Radeon™ R9 M265X enthusiast graphics, and 2GB of GDDR5 VRAM delivering a smooth and seamless editing and gaming experience. Together these components ensure premium performance supporting individual productivity and entertainment in turn. Additionally, the generous storage configuration means users benefit from an HDD of up to 1TB – ideal for those with larger libraries of music and media files.

Maximizing the entertainment experience

The Satellite P50 series is equipped with high-quality stereo speakers by Harman Kardon, a leader in premium audio, complemented by audio processing by DTS, providing outstanding audio quality for both movies and games. The laptop also features Toshiba’s unique Sleep & Music feature, allowing users to take advantage of the high-quality speakers even when the laptop is off.

In a premium, all-round PC, the small details count. Digital content can be easily shared with other devices without the need for wires thanks to the inclusion of an ultrafast 802.11ac Wi-Fi to stream Ultra HD videos, an HDMI port capable of 4K output and four super-fast USB 3.0 ports allow for the quick transfer of files.

Stunning Design

With aluminium clamshell casing and chrome accents, the Satellite P50 chassis is as striking as its on-screen visuals; its chic design making the series ideal for urban trend-setters. From the frameless, LED-backlit keyboard to the large Clickpad, the P50 series is stylishly defined, each feature adding to the usability of what is a powerful yet portable device.

Satellite C series

Including the all-new slim and affordable 14.0” Satellite C40/C40D and the versatile 15.6” Satellite C50. Featuring new Intel and AMD processors, enhanced audio and a wide range of connectivity options, the Satellite C Series has everything a user needs for taking on daily tasks that demand both productivity and functionality such as email, social networking, photo management, web browsing and office applications.

“With a focus on value and reliability, our 2014 Satellite C Series laptops deliver stronger price-to-performance in the entry-level and mainstream categories, and is ideal for budget-conscious consumers and families looking for a well-equipped PC for getting everyday stuff done. We focused on reinvigorating these product lines by infusing more value than one would typically expect with a slimmer, more modern design, and better audio capabilities all packed in a high quality package.” said Ms. Meng

Enhanced Performance and Ergonomics

The new Satellite C series has a distinctive, high quality design that stands out in all the right ways with a slim elegant textured black finish, which gives a modern feel. All models have a large touchpad while the C40/C40D also benefit from a tiled keyboard with new keycap design increasing accuracy and comfort.

The new series offered a choice of power-efficient processors. Choices include a dual-core Intel Celeron™ N2830 processor which clocked at up to 2.4GHz, Intel Core i3 processor, the latest generation AMD E1-6010 APU with Radeon™ R2 Graphics and AMD A4-6210 Quad Core APU with Radeon™ R3 Graphics. Equipped with a spacious 500GB hard drive provides plenty of storage space for media content means users have the freedom to work, play, and browse and store all their files locally.

The Satellite C Series also comes with a wide range of connectivity options. All models have three USB ports, so users can easily transfer data to their other devices. The HDMI port allows rich content to be streamed to an HD TV - ideal for those who need to share photographs, videos or presentations on a larger screen. An integrated webcam enables users to chat with their friends in HD while Bluetooth 4.0 allows users to sync their mobile devices wirelessly and provide an alternative way to transfer large files quickly.

Entertainment enhanced

Coupled with front-facing stereo speakers enhanced with Toshiba Audio Enhancement V2.0, each model delivers audio that’s enhanced and clear. From the smooth bass to the crisp speech, every voice, movement or tune is more distinct and enjoyable meaning users can immerse themselves in sound every time they stream a movie, watch a video, play games or listen to music. Visuals are designed to match the audio with choice of either a 14.0-inch (Satellite C40/C40D) or 15.6-inch (Satellite C50) diagonal Clear SuperView display, offering plenty of screen real estate to watch, play or work.

The Toshiba Comprehensive Service & Support Offerings

All Toshiba PCs and Tablets are backed by Toshiba’s extensive service and support. All these new series of laptops come standard with 1-year Local Limited Warranty (parts & labor).

Toshiba offers several options for expanding the service plan on your notebook. Our SelectServ Program has been designed to allow you to customize your notebook’s warranty coverage, depending on your budget and needs. Please contact or visit your nearest local Authorized Service Provider to get more information.

Actual features and specifications vary according to model. For more information, please visit http://pc.toshiba-asia.com

Connect with Toshiba on Facebook at www.facebook.com/ToshibaNotebookPc on Twitter at www.twitter.com/ToshibaNotebook and on YouTube at youtube.com/user/ToshibaNotebookPc 

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