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- 68 Players from 10 Countries Across Asia Pacific to Participate in the Selection Camp in Indonesia for the Chance to Represent the Region in the Jr. NBA Global Championship in Orlando, Florida - HONG KONG , May 31, 2019 – The National Basketball Association (NBA) today announced the Jr. NBA Global Championship Asia Pacific Selection Camp, a two-day camp featuring 34 boys and 34 girls from across Asia Pacific who will compete for the opportunity to represent the region in the Jr. NBA Global Championship, a youth basketball tournament for the top 13- and 14-year-old boys and girls teams from around the world that will be held Aug. 6-11 at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex at Walt Disney World near Orlando, Florida.   The Jr. NBA Global Championship Asia Pacific Selection Camp will be staged June 15-16 at the Universitas Pelita Harapan (UPH) in Jakarta, Indonesia.  The camp will feature 68 participants from 10 countries across the region – with players from Au...

Filipinos can stay tuned for Shopee and Sarah Geronimo’s first television commercial airing on June 1 MANILA, 31 MAY, 2019 -  Shopee, the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan, announces Popstar Princess Sarah Geronimo as their new brand ambassador in time for the Shopee 6.6 - 7.7 Lowest Price Sale, happening from June 3 to July 7. On June 1, Filipinos can stay tuned for the first-ever television commercial of Shopee with Sarah Geronimo. Martin Yu, Associate Director, Shopee Philippines , said, “We are very happy with how Shopee performed in 2019 and to ramp up our efforts, we are following this up with a big campaign featuring our new brand ambassador, Sarah Geronimo. We believe that Sarah’s approachable and bubbly personality is a perfect representation of the Shopee brand and we are thrilled to have her become part of the family. We invite everyone to join us in celebrating the Shopee 6.6 - 7.7 Lowest Price Sale.” Happening from June 3 to July...

It’s another win for Filipina beauty as Ever Bilena, the country’s number one local cosmetics brand, renews its support for the 2019 Binibining Pilipinas beauty pageant. As the official makeup sponsor, the brand recently welcomed the Bb. Pilipinas 2019 candidates at the Ever Bilena head office where they were given an exclusive, easy-to-follow makeup tutorial led by celebrity makeup artist Muriel Vega Perez. During the visit, the candidates were presented to top Ever Bilena executives led by Ever Bilena president and CEO Dioceldo Sy (rightmost), who selected this year’s awardees. Picture shows (L-R) Ever Bilena chief operating officer Siliman Sy, key accounts manager Denice Sy, Ms. Blackwater Samantha Bernardo, Ms. EB Advance Emma Tiglao, Ms. Ever Bilena Vickie Rushton, Ms. Careline Jessica Marasigan, and Ever Bilena marketing manager Olive Padilla.

Around 11,000 festival goers recently gathered at the sprawling Filinvest City Events Grounds for the second installation of Festival of Possibilities, Filinvest City’s town-wide fair aimed at bringing the community together through music and play. Festival of Possibilities 2019 featured performances from the country’s hottest acts such as Itchyworms, Rivermaya, Spongecola, I Belong To The Zoo, and This Band. Aside from the electrifying music, festival goers also enjoyed fun outdoor play with giant board games and arcade booths set amidst the city’s signature lush greeneries. The resounding success of this year’s Festival of Possibilities further cements Filinvest City’s position as the premier lifestyle destination in the Metro South. For more details on upcoming events in Filinvest City, visit www.facebook.com/FilinvestCityOFFICIAL.

To promote the good health and well-being of mothers and their unborn child through safe pregnancy and delivery, the SM Cares Program on Women and Breastfeeding Mothers, will be holding an event entitled “Mama’s Lullaby, A Musical Event for Expecting Mothers”. This is in support of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal number three (good health and well being) to ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all, at all ages. Happening on May 27, 2019, 2PM at the Event Center in SM Megamall, the event will feature discussions with medical experts wherein attendees can learn useful tips on how to have a safe and healthy pregnancy. “Looking after yourself during pregnancy is very important, which is why we at SM Cares remain committed to providing awareness to all women and future mothers, about proper ways on how to care for both you and your baby,” said Bernadette Velasco, SM Cares Program Director for Women and Breastfeeding Mothers. Guest speaker from the Phil...

Gardenia Doubles the Fun and Flavor with Its Ready-To-Go Treats for Kids Being a mom is like being a superhero. You’re always running around, doing a multitude of things, all while trying to be a good protector and inspiration for everyone, in this case, your kids. Motherhood is a full-time job and a lifetime responsibility, which means that while it can be fulfilling, there are certain moments when having a little trusty sidekick can help. This extra hand doesn’t need to come from a caped crusader though. Sometimes, they come in pocket-sized sizes—case in point: The Gardenia Pocket Sandwich. Every on-the-go modern mom knows how important snacks are for kids. Unfortunately, preparing them can also be time-consuming and stressful, and that’s not even counting the worries about how healthy these are. Thankfully, the Gardenia Pocket Sandwich solves dilemma and offers so much more. This merienda-friendly, freshly-sealed sandwich developed by one of the leading homegrown bread br...

SEA Games gold medalist Nikko Huelgas with his TechnoMarine Shark watch A defending, two-time gold medalist in the Southeast Asian Games triathlon, with a goal of being the best high-caliber athlete he can be –Nikko Huelgas is truly an inspiration to many. He is a shining example of how hard work, perseverance, and unwavering faith can go a long way in beating the odds. As he tells it, Huelgas, who is also Chairman of the National Athlete’s Commission, used to panic before hitting the water. “When I was young, I had swim trauma,” he reveals, “I always had anxiety minutes before gun start during my swimming competition years.” To overcome it, Huelgas came to the realization that fear is inevitable, and that staying focused on doing well by training hard was the only way forward: “Fear becomes the main reason why we become the best version of ourselves.” And train well he did, driven by the desire to serve and represent the country as a National Athlete. “I prepare by fixin...

Maxicare Healthcare Corporation, the country’s leading healthcare provider, has recently opened its new Primary Care Center (PCC) and second HealthHub in Cebu that offers world-class services to Cebuano members. Maxicare president and chief executive officer Christian Argos, with chairman of Equicom Group Antonio Go and other executives, led the ribbon-cutting ceremony that officially opened the new facilities. “We are excited to serve our members here in the Visayas region, as we promote and incorporate new innovative technology with medical services. Through the PCC and HealthHub, we will attend to our members’ needs in the most convenient and fastest manner possible,” said Argos. The new Maxicare HealthHub in Cebu is a one-stop Maxicare facility that uses cutting-edge technology to streamline medical consultation. It has new self-service features using an HMO-owned (health maintenance organization) healthcare system that gives members a relaxing and convenient way to ...

Psychologist and family expert Dr. Michele Alignay gives us tips on practicing real play  this summer through the #WeHaveEachOther video series Learn how to build better and stronger relationships through fun, laughter, and play with SM’s #WeHaveEachOther campaign, a weekly video series that centers on the importance of social play in the family, featuring psychologist and family expert Dr. Michele Alignay. “The videos aim to encourage parents to go out and play with their kids especially this summer and remind them about the value of time they spend with their families,” said Jonjon San Agustin, SM Supermalls SVP for marketing.                                                                                                   ...

Summer season is officially here! That means it’s time to pack your bags, book a flight, and go on the ultimate seaside vacation.  But before dashing out the door, be sure to have a solid game plan in place to make it a stress-free beach getaway for you and your family or friends. Let AXA, one of the leading insurance companies in the Philippines, guide you by offering these tips: 1. Pack the essentials. A trip to the beach means you will be staying under the sun for long hours. This means that you have to pack the right essentials for your trip, including sunblock with high SPF and cooling gel to treat sunburn. Don’t forget a sand-resistant, waterproof beach bag to protect all your gadgets from getting wet, as well as a towel, mat, umbrella, your medicines, snacks, and floaters for your kids.  2. Protect yourself from the unexpected. Nobody wishes for accidents to happen but in case they do, you can be protected with AXA Smart Traveller. It comes with a wide...

Dental osseointegration, also known as dental implant, is rapidly becoming more popular. With advances in technology, this is the solution most people consider to replace a missing tooth, as it provides better long-term value than conventional replacement options. But while dental implants are an effective, most natural, and long-lasting oral care solution, not everyone can undergo the procedure. There are several factors that can determine your viability as a good candidate. Here are a few factors you need to consider. Choose the best system. The dental implant system you choose is a major factor, if not one of the most important decisions to make for the success of your dental implants. Asking your dentist for the best such as Straumann, the undisputed leader when it comes to implant, restorative and regenerative dentistry products, ensures that your investment will pay off. Using the latest technological advancements in the ever-changing dental landscape, Straumann gu...

Keri Zamora with daughter Amanda The incredibly stylish Keri Zamora is the epitome of a modern mom: goal-oriented, multi-faceted, yet in every way caring, doting, and hands-on. As we celebrate Mother’s day, Keri shares some practical advice for working moms on how to balance their time between career and family, while allowing breathing space to pursue personal hobbies and goals. Raising four lovely kids in ages seventeen, fourteen, eight, and six, Keri makes sure she is involved in their various activities and interests –attending daughter Amanda’s fashion shows and son Rocco’s basketball games; waking up early for Noah’s soccer practices; and joining Nic in his golf lessons. Keri’s other persona is that of an entrepreneur. Together with two other friends, she founded Style Trio, an online clothing business. “Having my good friends as partners in my business makes things easier. We divide our tasks so I can work from home and have more quality time with the family...

The multi-city roadshow aims to level up tech startups, small businesses all over the country The future of Philippine startups looks bright with the Philippines national ranking up by 16 positions, according to the recently released StartupBlink Ecosystem Ranking Report. To continue this momentum, QBO Innovation Hub, the Philippines’ first public-private sector initiative which aims to connect, transform, and empower Filipino startups, holds the Startup Roadshow starting this May. The roadshow aims to inspire innovators and enable communities throughout the country through sessions on startup business concepts and tools, ideation, design thinking, business model canvas, and local ecosystem mapping. Facilitated by highly experienced QBO members and startup founders, the workshops are designed to be fun and engaging to spark the participants’ creativity as they kickoff their startup journey. The event also features panel discussions and networking opportunities for those wanti...

It is well established that Filipinos have a unique relationship with food, and that food is often used to demonstrate love and affection towards others. If there is one company that has foremost insight on this tendency, it is Goldilocks. For fifty three years, the country’s number one bakeshop has come to represent simple expressions of love that carry tremendous meaning: A pasalubong (homecoming treat) to the family, a padala (send-out gift) to a loved one far away, or a child’s baon (packed meal) carefully prepared by a mother. Moreover, a noticeable trait among Filipinos is that they seldom attend an occasion or gathering empty handed. Whether they come with a cake, a box of mamon or ensaymada, the underlying basis for this is still rooted in love: by bringing something good that can be shared by many, we show how much we value and treasure the people around us. As Goldilocks celebrates 53 amazing years of being the country’s number one bakeshop, its fairytale story st...

  - Sexton and Penicheiro to Train and Identify Five Boys and Five Girls to be Named Jr. NBA Philippines All-Stars - MANILA, PHILIPPINES,  May 9, 2019  –   The National Basketball Association (NBA) announced today that Collin Sexton of the Cleveland Cavaliers and WNBA legend Ticha Penicheiro will visit Manila to help coach the top youth players aged 13-14 at the 2019 Jr. NBA Philippines presented by Alaska.  National Training Camp participants will experience world class basketball instruction at the Don Bosco Technical Institute on May 18, with the most outstanding athletes competing in the boys and girls exhibition game at the SM Mall of Asia Music Hall on May 19. Sexton and Penicheiro will help select the top five boys and five girls from the 80 finalists who will be named 2019 Jr. NBA Philippines All-Stars and serve as assistant coaches for the annual Jr. NBA Alumni All-Star Game. Jr. NBA Philippines presented by Alaska is committed ...

Today’s moms have come a long way from generations past. They are busier than ever, pursuing active lifestyles while still fulfilling their duties as caring and nurturing mothers, all deserving of recognition and appreciation for the selfless things that they do. This Mother’s Day, there is nothing like showing your expression of gratitude and love for mom than a lasting gift like a TechnoMarine timepiece that is perfectly suited to her lifestyle and personality. For the Perfectionist Mom who always pursues excellence with an outstanding attention to detail, the Sea Lady with the precision of its Swiss movement is the right one for her. For the Career Mom who maintains a successful corporate profession, while also effectively looking out for her family and the household, there’s the timeless style of the Sea Beauty—elegance personified and a notch above the rest. Then, there’s the StylishSocial Mom who is fashionable and always up to date with the latest fashion trends. Fro...

For Filipinos around the world, the most common memory that brings joy to our hearts is that of our Mother’s cooking. Even after a long day at work or doing various household chores. Our mothers still have the time and energy to make sure that we have a warm meal at the end of the day. As Mother’s Day draws nearer, Goldilocks, the country’s number one bakeshop hopes to recognize the undying love and sacrifice that our mothers give us with the all new Mother’s Day Fiesta Pack! Treat your mother figure to a special feast with Goldilocks’ Mother’s Day Fiesta Pack, a collection of filipino favorites catered specifically for your Mother’s Day celebration! Each fiesta pack comes with two delicious items that you can mix and match in order to fully show our moms that we truly appreciate them and what they do for us. The two categories that comprise the Mother’s Day Fiesta Pack include: One fiesta sized serving of savory noodles which come in: Pancit Malabon, Palabok, Spaghetti...

Flowers and Chocolates—what better way to melt the heart of the one dearest to you, your mom? This Mother’s day, express how much love and appreciation you really feel towards the one who raised and nurtured you unconditionally with Villa del Conte’s Festa della Mamma Gift Set. Consisting of an elegant combination of Pink Roses and Peach Lisianthus flower arrangement, a jar of dark chocolate covered almonds, and a dainty box of pralines, this special mother’s day gift is sure to delight and bring joy. Villa Del Conte chocolates from Padova, Italy, are premium, high quality, and delightfully artisanal. They can be found in Greenbelt 5, SM Megamall, and Robinsons Magnolia or contact 893-2575. To know about Villa Del Conte and its other tempting chocolate creations, follow Villa Del Conte on Facebook @VillaDelContePh, Twitter @villadelconte, and Instagram account @VillaDelContePh, or visit http://www.villadelcontecioccolato.com.

Top actress and mother Jodi Sta. Maria (center) was recently launched as the newest endorser of Ever Bilena, the country’s leading color cosmetics retail company. Simple, beautiful and an optimist, Jodi represents the ideal Ever Bilena woman. From being a mother, a critically acclaimed actress to a top Psychology student and an acupuncture specialist, Jodi makes sure to give her best in every role while looking good. As such, her go-to products are classic and understated like Ever Bilena’s Matte Lipstick in Glam Red, EB Lip and Cheek Stain in Toast of New York, EB Dip Liner, and the All Day Liquid Foundation. Welcoming Jodi to the Ever Bilena family were Ever Bilena key accounts manager Denise Sy-Munez (left) and Ever Bilena marketing manager Olive Padilla (right). 

#VoteForMom and choose to spend time with them at SM  Our moms have always made us their #1 priority. This Mom’s Day and in everyday of our lives, let’s make them ours. After all, we should always #VoteForMom first before anyone else. Make her feel like a queen on her special day in SM malls nationwide. “SM knows how hard it is to be a mom, which is why we’ve come up with fun and memorable activities that celebrate our beloved supermoms who have been there for us since the very beginning,” said Jonjon San Agustin, SM Supermalls SVP for marketing. Here's a rundown of what moms can do this Mom’s Day at SM malls: 1. Sumptuous meals. A celebration isn’t complete without food! Dine with mom and get special deals with Mom’s Treat this May 3 to 12. 2. Countless shopping options. Taking mom out on a shopping spree is a small token of appreciation you can give her. You can also surprise mommy with goodies made for and by moms at Mom’s Corner this May 3 to 12. 3. Beauty an...

Artist’s perspective of Verandas, the clubhouse of Monterrazas de Cebu’s first high-end residential community, The Peaks 8990 Holdings, one of the fastest growing real estate developers in the Philippines and listed on the Philippine Stock Exchange under the symbol “HOUSE,” will literally rise a thousand feet above sea level, as it enters into high-end property development. 8990 Holdings has agreed to acquire 100 percent of the outstanding shares of GENVI Development Corporation, one of Cebu’s top developers of high-end properties, including its flagship project, Monterrazas de Cebu. A rare gem hidden for generations, Monterrazas de Cebu is the largest and last remaining contiguous mountain property development in the heart of Cebu City. The more than 200-hectare property, which has a commanding view of Cebu, Mactan, and Bohol, is a masterplanned integrated community with residential, commercial, and institutional clusters. Its first set of phases have already been launched ...

In celebration of World Autism Awareness Day, more than 500 children with autism, together with their parents and companions, participated in the “Color It A-OK” activity, held recently at the Music Hall of SM Mall of Asia.  The kids with autism colored a drawing pad measuring 860 sq. feet, which hopes to send a message of acceptance, accommodation, and appreciation for all persons with autism.  The event was organized by the Autism Society Philippines, supported by SM Cares and SM Mall of Asia.

L-R: Students flank UP AdCore Project Lead Bianca Aquino (in white); PepsiCo Brand Marketing Associate Manager Gutzee Segura; PCPPI Corporate Affairs and Communications Senior Manager, Monique Castro; and PCPPI Vice President for Legal, Government and Corporate Affairs, Atty. Jun Manuel. What if students had a hand on how big companies did advertising campaigns or addressed business challenges for their target market? What difference would their new ideas and innovations bring to the table? These were the possibilities Pepsi Cola Products Philippines Inc. (PCPPI) and the University Philippines Advertising Core (UP AdCore) sought to challenge in this year's iteration of the annual Teenspeak competition—"Start with a Sip." "We've consistently partnered with educational institutions as part of our desire to drive inclusive growth for our stakeholders," said Monique Castro, PCPPI Corporate Affairs and Communications Senior Manager. "We've don...