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For such a young luxury real estate brand, Filigree was able set new standards in the local property industry both as a marque of excellence and exclusivity. Launched last year, Filigree was able to deliver on their promise of luxurious developments with meticulous attention to detail and quality, and on-time completion of their projects. Two of Filigree’s signature upscale developments in the Metro South - Botanika Nature Residences and The Enclave Alabang, are being turned over on schedule. Botanika Nature Residences is noted for its exceptional luxury with generously-sized units and garden-inspired amenities. Comprised of three mid-rise low-density condominium towers, Botanika Nature Residences has already welcomed Tower 1 residents starting last quarter of 2017. For The Enclave Alabang, Filigree’s masterplanned luxury sanctuary, its 1,500 sq.m Clubhouse with private function rooms interior designed by no less that the celebrated firm of BUDJI+ROYAL Architecture+Desig...

Jr. NBA Philippines 2018 presented by Alaska set a new attendance record for the Regional Selection Camps (RSC) with 1,505 young athletes from Butuan City and nearby cities and provinces of Mindanao.  Prioror to this camp, the highest attendance was at the Jr. NBA RSC in Cagayan de Oro on February  2017 with 1,479 participants.  “Breaking the attendance record for the Jr. NBA Philippines Regional Selection Camp is a tremendous achievement and a testament to the popularity of the game of basketball in this country,” shared Jr. NBA Head Coach Rob Newson.  Jr. NBA coaches led by Coach Newson and PBA Legend  Jeffrey Cariaso  welcomed campers that included over 200 young boys and girls from the indigenous people of Higa-onon, Manobo and Banwaon who endured a two-hour drive to immerse in the Jr. NBA experience.  Above, Alaska Coach Jeffrey Cariaso poses with...

PLUS: EV TING SCORES HARD-EARNED SPLIT DECISION WIN OVER ARIEL SEXTON ALSO: PHOE THAW CONTINUES TO IMPRESS WITH STOPPAGE OF SOR SEY 23 February 2018 – Yangon, Myanmar: The largest global sports media property in Asian history, ONE Championship™ (ONE), had another memorable and historic evening in Yangon as the capacity crowd at the Thuwunna Indoor Stadium witnessed an amazing display of heart-pounding martial arts action. ONE: QUEST FOR GOLD featured a series of compelling bouts, punctuated by an unforgettable championship clash that left fans on the edge of their seats. In the main event, hometown hero “The Burmese Python” Aung La N Sang scored a quick knockout victory over Alexandre Machado to win the vacant ONE Light Heavyweight World Championship and the GoDaddy Knockout of the Night. Visit the official ONE: QUEST FOR GOLD photo gallery by clicking: http://bit.ly/onephotos In the main event of ONE: QUEST FOR GOLD, “The Burmese Python” Aung La N Sang added...

Gan Advanced Osseointegration Center (GAOC), the leading dental clinic in the Philippines and one of the best in Southeast Asia, makes quality dentistry accessible to patients from different parts of the Metro with the opening of two new clinics at SM Megamall and Ayala Vertis North. With the opening at prime locations, patients can now experience superior dental services offered by a team of highly skilled and experienced dental practitioners who have completed their training in top-notch hospitals, universities, and global institutions in the US, Europe, and Asia. The SM Megamall clinic will be one of GAOC’s cosmetic centers, which will focus on prosthodontic and cosmetic procedure such as crowns, bridges, dentures and veneers. It will have a Consultation Room, an X-Ray Room, a Sterilization Room, 4 Treatment Rooms and its very own dental laboratory for greater efficiencies and speedier processing of laboratory results. Meanwhile, patients from Quezon City and neighbo...

The Philippines joins the celebration of International Scotch Day With its breadth of offerings in tastes and textures, Scotch is undoubtedly the world’s favorite whisky. Last February 8, #LoveScotch celebrated International Scotch Day – an event that’s all about properly recognizing Scotland’s greatest gift. Now on its 2rd year, International Scotch Day is a moment to shine the spotlight on the wide-ranging Scotch category. From single malts to blended Scotch, the celebration pays homage to the rich history and impeccable craftsmanship that have successfully worked in harmony to produce the flavors of the likes of Johnnie Walker and Singleton – some of the world’s favorite Scotch brands today. Befitting such a celebration, Diageo Philippines has brought in Ervin Trykowski, Diageo’s Global Ambassador for Scotch Whisky, to host an exclusive masterclass on 6 different types of Scotch. Born and raised in Scotland, Ervin knows Scotch inside and out and, with his young age, ...

Photo shows (center) Gordon Watson, AXA CEO for Asian Markets and Rahul Hora, AXA Philippines President and CEO, leading the ribbon cutting with (L-R) John Hilson, AXA Philippines chief transformation and operations officer; Marie Raymundo, chief distribution officer; Ninoy Rollan; chief of commercial business; Amor Balagtas, chief customer officer; Alok Roongta, chief of retail propositions; Bruno Pesenti, regional director, Strategic Development Office; and Jaspreet Kakar, chief human resource officer. The executive leadership team of AXA Philippines inaugurated recently the company’s newly renovated head offices at the GT Tower in Makati. The new forward-thinking workspaces of the AXA Home feature interior touches inspired by Filipino culture and use native materials. The offices are designed for increased flexibility while encouraging collaboration and productivity among employees. AXA Home supports the leading global insurer’s drive for transformation and innovation thro...

Enjoy good music, art and a healthy dose of the outdoors when Filinvest City, the premier lifestyle destination in southern Metro Manila, plays host once again to the much-awaited Wanderland Music and Arts Festival on March 10, 2018 at its Open Grounds in Alabang, Muntinlupa City. Now on its second year in Filinvest City, the venue provides the perfect backdrop for Wanderers to enjoy its lush greenery. Its vibrant and modern atmosphere complements the hip and festive Wanderland Music and Arts Festival. Guests will enjoy exciting performances from an impressive line-up of entertainers, including international artists Kodaline, Daniel Caesar, FKJ and Lauv; and local indie artists Jess Connelly, Quest, IV Spades, Ben&Ben, Basically Saturday Night and Carousel Casualties. Wanderland will also feature art installations and live art performances by young and talented muralists and illustrators Sam Bumanlag, Ip Pining, Cholo Cardenas and Humbly. For more information, visit W...

Lenten season is fast approaching and it is just fair to give every religious group a set of foods that will not hinder them from fulfilling their duties. That's why Goldilock's is always there to cater for our everyday food or meals in every seasons of life. In a country where almost 90 percent of the population belongs to the Roman Catholic faith, the 40 day period of Lent represents a time for deep and prayerful reflection. Part of this remembrance is to practice abstinence, wherein adult Catholics are encouraged to refrain from eating any form of meat every Friday during Lent. In line with this, Goldilocks Foodshop now offers a variety of delicious meals that are totally meat-free, yet totally delicious. Treat your taste buds to the savory goodness of Goldilocks’ Tuna Pie, Bangus Belly Sinigang, Rellenong Bangus, All Veggie Lumpia, and Sarap Pinggang Pinoy Pinakbet, all of which come in very affordable prices. These Lenten specials are available at all Goldilocks...

AXA Philippines, one of the country’s leading insurance companies, further strengthens its commitment to empower people to live the life they choose with its latest brand campaign. Dubbed AXA True Stories, this latest engagement showcases stories from real customers, each one an inspiring story of triumph over adversity and of commitments fulfilled. Meet Nette Gemora. After her sister-in-law was diagnosed with cancer, Nette persuaded her husband to buy a health plan. “He told me, he’ll only agree to get one if I also got one for myself,” she stated. She spoke to her financial partner from AXA and took a Health Max plan for herself and her husband. “This was in December of 2015. Good thing, it was easy to buy then because I was able to pay using my credit card.” It was three months afterwards when she had to face her life’s greatest challenge. Nette was diagnosed with stage 3 breast cancer and needed immediate surgery and chemotherapy to manage the spread of the cancer cells. ...

The captivating candidates of the Binibining Pilipinas 2018 were warmly welcomed by top executives of AXA Philippines during a courtesy call at the corporate offices of the leading global insurer and its non-life insurance subsidiary, Charter Ping An.                      AXA Philippines chief of retail propositions Alok Roongta, chief of commercial business Ninoy Rollan, Charter Ping An director Robert Yu, head of partnership Emmanuel Que; and head of commercial underwriting Edwin Salvan greeted the candidates. As part of AXA’s thrust to empower people to live better lives, the 40 Binibinis were given a brief financial literacy talk. The highlight of the event was the awarding of insurance coverage certificates to the candidates, who now enjoy full personal accident, medical reimbursement and travel insurance benefits, be it here or abroad. For ten years now, Charter Ping An, a subsidiary of AXA, has been the...

ONE Championship, which is widely considered as the frontrunner of martial arts in the world, is set to electrify the iconic Thuwunna Indoor Stadium in Yangon, Myanmar by holding ONE: QUEST FOR GOLD. Looking to keep that big ball of momentum going generated by the recent cards in Jakarta and Manila, the blockbuster live event will feature the absolute best in local and international talent, accentuating a tremendous main event bout between hometown hero Aung La N Sang and Brazil’s Alexandre Machado. With the ONE Light Heavyweight Championship awaiting the winner of the five-round clash between Aung La N Sang and Machado, the spotlight is on the headlining bout of ONE: QUEST FOR GOLD. However, Aung La N Sang and Machado are not taking the whole attention away from the event as ONE Championship has prepared a top-notch undercard, which is sure to draw plenty of chatter around the world. When the cage door closes in Yangon on Friday, 23 February, here is a...

07 February 2018 – Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia: The largest global sports media property in Asian history, ONE Championship™ (ONE), has just announced its return to Malaysia’s bustling capital city of Kuala Lumpur. ONE: VISIONS OF VICTORY is set to ignite the Axiata Stadium with an evening of authentic martial arts action. While a main event is yet to be announced, ONE Championship has revealed a handful of compelling bouts featuring the absolute best in local and international martial arts talent. Ticket information for ONE: VISIONS OF VICTORY is available at www.onefc.com . Agilan “Alligator” Thani of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia is a 22-year-old martial artist and one of the top welterweights in ONE Championship. Thani’s quick rise through the ranks has seen him amass a stellar 8-1 professional record, including a title shot against former ONE Welterweight World Champion Ben Askren in May of 2017. Although Thani fell short of victory against the American, he gained a great amou...