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The Tourism Promotions Board (TPB) Philippines, the marketing arm of the Department of Tourism (DOT), will expand its domestic footprint with the commencement of the 5 th Regional Travel Fair (RTF) in the City of Golden Friendship, Cagayan de Oro. Supported by the Local Government Units (LGUs) of Northern Mindanao, the RTF aims to promote and strengthen domestic tourism by encouraging travelers to discover more of the Philippines year-round.  Around 100participants from different travel trade sectors, government agencies, and exhibitors, including local travel and tour agencies, hotels, resorts, and airline operators, are expected to be onboard at the Limketkai Center from August 23-24 to showcase the best of the Philippines. The RTF program includes a 2-day business-to-consumer (B2C) expo wherein exhibitors shall offer exclusive and affordable tour packages that will ultimately increase the volume of domestic travellers around the country. Additionally, a half-day tra

New health trends and exercise programs can lead to longer, more productive lives. “Health is wealth,” the saying goes, but many people often overlook this gem of a concept because of many factors. For one, on top of the demands of a busy lifestyle, workout routines and healthy regimens become boring and uninteresting after a while – or simply get too hard to stick to. You can get back on track towards wellness by trying o ut new health routines and practices. AXA Philippines, one of the country’s leading insurers, shares these new wellness trends to revive your interest in a healthier lifestyle: Online workout subscriptions. If you cannot go to the gym, a few clicks on your computer can lead you to online fitness programs that will help you get fit in the comfort of your own home. One of various exercise routines offered by workout websites may suit your needs and budget. Subscriptions cost only about ₱500 to ₱1,000 per month. Sound bath. Despite its name, sound b

As part of its people-centric masterplan, Filinvest City now opens the Corporate Avenue Underpass to the public. The underpass provides Far Eastern University (FEU), Research Institute for Tropical Medicine (RITM), and soon Bloc 10 pedestrians a safe and secure connection going to and from Festival Mall through the Festival Walk. It also connects residential properties along Parkway Avenue through Creekside Park going to and from the Festival Water Garden. This new underpass is one of the infrastructure within Filinvest City that would further promote pedestrian mobility and walkability, making more key locations accessible to residents even without the use of vehicles, and providing a better walking experience with tall trees, green shrubs, lush ground covers, and wildlife from the creek. The new Corporate Avenue Underpass is just one of the many purposeful initiatives of Filinvest City – with its planting strips, wide roads, walkways and well-connected pedestrian la

Since 2018, Bristol at Parkway Place, an iconic development by luxury property brand Filigree, has been a shining landmark in Metro South. Strategically located at the heart of Filinvest City, Bristol has raised the bar in upscale condominium living with its prime location, well-appointed amenities and proximity to life’s indulgences and necessities – elevating the live-work concept to new heights of luxury . At 40 - store y high, the mixed-use development exemplifies sophisticated cosmopolitan living. It offers residents a fantastic panoramic view of the garden city skyline, privacy and tranquility, while allowing them to enjoy an urban lifestyle of ease and convenience.   Bristol ’s 40 residential floors has 345 units, with only 10 units per floor – one of the lowest densities in upscale residential developments. This translates into elegantly spacious living. The designs of its one-bedroom, two-bedroom and three-bedroom units exude a gentle flow of openness and

Grab Philippines celebrated National Heroes Day last Monday, 26 August by inviting Grab drivers and their families for a day of fun in an event that celebrated Grab’s Everyday Heroes on the road. In attendance were members of Grab Philippines community, ONE Championship senior executive Victor Cui, and team Lakay athletes Eduard Folayang, Geje Eustaquio, ONE Strawweight World Champion Joshua Pacio, and Team Lakay head coach Mark Sangiao. Also in attendance as a special guest was Filipino sports icon and national hero, Manny “Pacman” Pacquiao. The event at the Mall of Asia Arena in Manila drew a huge crowd with entertainment and raffles. There were even performances by music and dance acts Shanti Dope, Rocksteddy, and the SexBomb girls.  Fans and Grab drivers who all came out to see Pacquiao, as well as members of the famed Team Lakay of Baguio City, were treated to a world-class evening program. Pacquiao is a winner of multiple boxing world titles across eight di

Don’t miss your chance to discover or own art from the next renowned Filipino art master !  SM Supermalls is giving millennials, young homeowners and art enthusiasts an exciting opportunity to find potential art treasures at affordable prices at this year’s Art For Everyone in 18 participating SM malls nationwide.       Felicidad Sy, the wife of SM’s late founder Henry Sy Sr. Art For Everyone, the country’s biggest art fair, is ongoing now till the second week of September, showcasing thousands of paintings, sculptures, and photographs from a curated roundup of renowned and up-and-coming artists.   . SM Prime chairman of the executive committee Hans Sy “Art For Everyone 2019 is SM’s way of reaching out to the art-loving public. We want to feature all types of artists and connect them with different audiences, and this includes both student and artists. The art works also inspire a refreshing vibe in the malls as shoppers and their loved ones b

The singer, the artist, and the dancer. At a young age, it is very common for children to show their interests or gifts without being conscious of what they are. And over time, these can bloom into something very special. Nurturing your child's talent or gift starts with discovering it. In order to help your child reach his full potential, it helps to first discover exactly what he is good at. Now, it's easy for parents to discover and nurture their child's gift with PROMIL® FOUR’s Spot the Gift tool. Visit https://www.promilnurturethegift.com.ph/stg-home, sign up with the information needed, and you’re all set to try it out! PROMIL® FOUR’s Spot the Gift tool is like a multiple choice personality/behavior test that you can answer based on observations about your child. After completing it, you can discover the possible gifts that your child might have the Musical Gift, Bodily-kinesthetic Gift, the Spatial Relation Gift, the Naturalist Gift, the Interperso

2019 has so far been the year everyone was being encouraged to do their part in saving the planet from pollution and waste. While there are many new and trendy ways to save the planet, one tried and true practice any eco-noob can start with is shifting to eco-friendly shopping—and this doesn’t just mean bringing reusable shopping bags to the grocery. It starts with what you buy So let’s say you’re on your way to being an environment-friendly shopper, how do you know which products will complement your new lifestyle? After all, what you put in your grocery cart matters and where it came from matters just as much. One easy choice would be products with packaging that produce less waste, can be recycled, and took less energy and resource to make or re-use. Groceries in glass packaging could be number one on your list because glass is 100% recyclable and can be recycled over and over endlessly without compromising its quality. Another great thing about glass is when it’s

Everyone  ̶  art enthusiasts, artists, parents, students, and more  ̶  unite! SM Supermalls is bringing this year’s Art For Everyone to 18 participating SM malls nationwide this August till the second week of September, showcasing thousands of new and unique paintings, sculptures, and photographs from a curated roundup of renowned and budding artists. “Art for Everyone 2019 is SM’s way of reaching out to the art-loving public. We want to feature all types of artists and connect them with different audiences, and this includes both student and seasoned artists. The art works also inspire a refreshing vibe in the malls as shoppers and their loved ones bond over art,” says Jonjon San Agustin, SM Supermalls SVP for marketing. Art For Everyone will be launched on August 22 at the Mega Fashion Hall – host to a series of exhibitions, including a retrospective of Juvenal Sansó’s Felicidad Sy series and of art from SM Megamall’s art galleries from August 20 to 25. Artworks of stud

New health trends and exercise programs can lead to longer, more productive lives. “Health is wealth,” the saying goes, but many people often overlook this gem of a concept because of many factors. For one, on top of the demands of a busy lifestyle, workout routines and healthy regimens become boring and uninteresting after a while – or simply get too hard to stick to. You can get back on track towards wellness by trying out new health routines and practices. AXA Philippines, one of the country’s leading insurers, shares these new wellness trends to revive your interest in a healthier lifestyle: Online workout subscriptions. If you cannot go to the gym, a few clicks on your computer can lead you to online fitness programs that will help you get fit in the comfort of your own home. One of various exercise routines offered by workout websites may suit your needs and budget. Subscriptions cost only about ₱500 to ₱1,000 per month. Sound bath. Despite its name, sound baths d

Southerners can now get a taste of the famous American fried chicken as Popeyes Philippines opens its second branch at the ground floor of Alabang Town Center, Muntinlupa. Diners are in for a treat as Popeyes offers its signature offerings—the original honey biscuits, Cajun fries, and the mouthwatering Popeyes fried chicken that’s packed with distinct Cajun-inspired flavors from Louisiana, USA. There’s also something new on the menu such as the hazelnut and white chocolate biscuits, which can be paired with your fried chicken or as a dessert, and Popeyes Spaghetti, their exclusive addition to the menu in the Philippines.  Present during the opening were (L-R): Popeyes Philippines chief operating officer Rami Chahwan, and Kuya J Group COO Gretz Rivera, chairman Lowell Yu, president Winglip Chang, and CFO Francis Reyes.

There’s no doubt that a special trapdoor in our stomach was made exclusively for dessert; no matter how busog you are, there’s always room for everyone’s favorite course! Luckily, this August, Kuya J is offering an entire 50% limited discount on your favorite Kuya J halo-halo treat! No need to spend a lot to satisfy your sweet tooth – Kuya J, one of the leading Filipino casual dining restaurants in the country, has got you covered. For only P55, you can avail of the Kuya J Halo-Halo Espesyal, Ube Halo-Halo, Saba Halo-Halo, or Duo Halo-Halo in all Kuya J branches nationwide! The Halo-halo Espesyal is made of milky-smooth ice topped with homemade leche flan, sprinkled with crunchy cornflakes, and drizzled with sweet ube cream. Meanwhile, the Ube Halo-halo Espesyal has a rich ube ice and is filled with macapuno, nata de coco, caramelized saba, ube jam, and langka. Kuya J’s Saba Halo-halo Espesyal is loaded with sweet saba slices, yummy sago, and langka and drizzled with gulaman

Carousell, one of the world’s largest and fastest-growing classifieds, celebrated its seventh anniversary with the launch of a new visual identity, together with milestones including reaching its 250th million listing and fourfold revenue growth in 2018. This visual identity refresh signifies the brand’s progression and growth, while putting a spotlight on its core purpose of enabling shared possibilities amongst users of the online marketplace. Throughout the years, Carousell has been harnessing mutually beneficial opportunities to empower users, and celebrated numerous success stories of users who turned their passions into livelihoods. Co-founder and CEO, Quek Siu Rui epitomised Carousell’s win-win opportunities when he sold his MacBook on Carousell to a father with a young daughter. The father wanted his daughter to learn about the internet but could not afford a brand new computer. He turned to Carousell, and this made Siu Rui realise that Carousell is a platform that wo

20 August 2019 – Milan, Italy:  The largest global sports media property in Asian history, ONE Championship™ (ONE), has just announced that  Carlo Di Blasi  has been named  President of ONE Championship Italy . As a member of the ONE Championship senior leadership team, Di Blasi is responsible for developing business strategies and plans, executing strategic B2B and marketing activities, acquiring and managing relationships with key accounts, and ensuring strong stakeholder management across the Italian business ecosystem. He will represent ONE Championship in Italy and help drive the culture of the company’s core values in the market. Chatri Sityodtong, Chairman and CEO of ONE Championship, stated:  “It is my pleasure to announce that Carlo Di Blasi has been named President of ONE Championship Italy. Carlo is a well-respected figure in the European martial arts industry, particularly with the work he has put in towards developing Muay Thai and kickboxing, as well as mix

MANILA, PHILIPPINES, Aug. 17, 2019— The fourth and final day of Basketball without Borders (BWB) Asia 2019 in Tokyo, Japan concluded in thrilling fashion as the 64 campers from 18 countries and territories in Asia-Pacific competed in playoffs and championship games, a 3-point contest, and a pair of All-Star games, which featured Batang Gilas forward Joshua Rafael Lazaro, Jr. NBA Philippines All-Stars Harold Alarcon and Florence Jil Talas. The camp got underway in the morning with playoffs games to determine the championship games matchup.  On the girls side, the New York Liberty and the Los Angeles Sparks faced off in the championship game, with the Liberty (coached by former WNBA player Ashley Battle) coming away with a 33 – 18 win. The boys championship game then followed, with the Orlando Magic, coached on the sidelines by current NBA assistant coach Pat Delany, defeating the Minnesota Timberwolves 22 – 16. Upon the conclusion of the championship games, the boys and gir

Now that San Miguel Beer has taken home the PBA Commissioner’s Cup Trophy from TNT, the two Finals protagonists will rekindle their rivalry in a foreign tournament in Macao come September. They will be joined by Blackwater Elite in a 12-team competition that will also include ball clubs from China, Japan and South Korea. Dubbed The Terrific 12, the FIBA-recognized basketball tournament features three clubs from the Chinese Basketball Association (CBA), four from the B.LEAGUE (Japan), two from the Korean Basketball League (KBL) and three from the Philippine Basketball Association (PBA). It will be held at the Tap Seac Multisports Pavilion in Macao from September 17-22, 2019. The participating teams in East Asia Super League, Asia’s premier basketball tournament include the Liaoning Flying Leopards, the Shenzhen Aviators, and the Zhejiang Guangsha Lions from China; the Chiba Jets, the Niigata Albirex, the Ryukyu Golden Kings and the Utsunomiya Brex from Japan; the Jeonj

16 August 2019 – Bangkok, Thailand:  The largest global sports media property in Asian history, ONE Championship™ (ONE), has just released the official  ONE: DREAMS OF GOLD Final Weight and Hydration Results . Reigning and defending ONE Flyweight Kickboxing World Champion  Petchdam “The Baby Shark” Petchyindee Academy  of Thailand and challenger  Ilias Ennahachi  of the Netherlands both successfully made weight for their main event bout for the ONE Flyweight Kickboxing World Championship, with Petchdam coming in at 61.00 kilograms and posting a hydration mark of 1.0027, while Ennahachi came in at 61.20 kilograms with a hydration mark of 1.0023. The flyweight range is 56.8 kilograms to 61.2 kilograms. In the co-main event, Thailand’s  ‘Smokin’ Jo Nattawut  faces  Giorgio “The Doctor” Petrosyan  of Italy in a ONE Featherweight Kickboxing World Grand Prix semi-final bout. Nattawut came in at 69.80 kilograms with a hydration mark of 1.0083, while Petrosyan came in at 69.85