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  The new year meets the golden age of the past as Palacio de Memoria holds "Flea Market at Palacio de Memoria," an exciting and colorful arts, antiques, and artisanal fair, this February 6 and 7, 2021 from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Featuring a wide variety of must-have art and decorative pieces, the Flea Market at Palacio de Memoria takes inspiration from the El Rastro de Madrid flea market. A weekend of affordable antiques and art all for the taking, the fair will be selling unique and curated products from Rue Angelique, Archivo 1984, Gallery of Prints, and more. You’ll feel like you’re walking along Plaza de Cascorro and Ribera de Curtidores in Europe as you explore beautiful artifacts that reflect Euro-Filipino history and aesthetic. The Flea Market at Palacio de Memoria will also be holding art-related activities outdoors for the fairgoers. These include connoisseur talks by renowned collectors, film screening by ABS-CBN Film Restoration, Inc., Cigar Night by Tabacalera Inco...

  My Dream in a Shoebox continues to make dreaming for every Filipino child possible  Education in the now normal continues to be a struggle for many Filipino children, especially those in the marginalized sector. The crisis and disruption brought by the pandemic do not only add to the existing education disparities, but also hamper the learning process and opportunities of the youth. Thus, ensuring learning continuity is imperative now more than ever. As the education sector pivots and innovates from the impact of the pandemic, new approaches and different learning modalities have been developed to better support it. For My Dream in a Shoebox (MDIAS), education is the one thing that must not be taken away from a child, most especially in times of need. Last year, it shifted its gears to help answer the changing needs of students today. As annual education campaign spearheaded by TeamAsia, MDIAS aims to equip less fortunate Filipino children with educational assistance and hel...

Amway Philippines representatives turn over boxes of XS Energy Drinks to Novaliches District Hospita l Several members of the Health and Dietary Supplement Association of the Philippines (HADSAP) turned over boxes of food, beverages, health supplements, personal care items, and monetary support to frontliners in Novaliches District Hospital. The group also donated supplements and assorted used clothing and toys to Caritas Manila in support of the latter’s Segunda Mana initiative. “HADSAP wishes to support the health community, especially frontliners who are continuing to risk their lives and safety to help our fellow citizens,” says Shirley Te, head of the HADSAP CSR Committee. “Our donations were carefully selected in order for [the frontliners] to cope with the stress of battling against the spread of COVID-19.” The association includes some of the top health brands in the country such as Amway Philippines, 4life, Bargn, Synnovate, Unicity, GNC, DXN, and Avail Beauty. “As part of the...

  If theres one makeup product to always keep in your bag, its the ever-versatile blush. It can be used on the cheeks, eyes and even lips. However, choosing the perfect blush for your skin tone can get pretty confusing with the many shades and formulas to choose from. To help you choose the right shade, Ever Bilena, the countrys leading cosmetics brand, shares this guide to the ideal blush, according your skin tone.  Fair skin tones Fair-skinned beauties should try to stay away from too vibrant colors. Instead, go for peach or coral toned shades like the EB Matte Blush On in Willow or Dainty to complement your porcelain skin. The key is to apply light with your clean fingers or buff it out with a powder brush for a more natural finish.    Medium skin tones If your skin color veers more on the tan side, rich pinks or mauve tones will work best for you. Try the EB Lip and Cheek Stain in Fresh Fig or Perfect Plum to add a healthy glow to your skin. To make sure you appl...

  Premier real estate brand Filigree recently opened its doors to its newest Showsuites. The newest headquarters provides a first glimpse of the impeccable quality and attention to detail that the Filigree brand is known for. We have had dedicated showrooms for each of our projects, but with the growth of our brand it was only fitting that we took this step. We want our clients to experience what its like to live in a Filigree home with just one visit. This Showsuites is the embodiment of everything Filigree stands for and we made sure that this would be evident in the design and customer experience, says Filigree deputy head Daphne Sanchez. Design firm Periquet Galicia was commissioned to take on the work of realizing Filigrees vision.  Principal designer Tina Periquet shared insights on her experience of working on the project. Its always a pleasure to work with a company whose values are closely aligned with ours. I feel the brand name Filigree is apt, as it speaks of refin...

  To ensure that housemates for the new season of Pinoy Big Brother (PBB) are all safe from COVID-19, Maxicare LAB on Wheels successfully conducted Antigen Testing for all members of the House, as part of the shows health protocols. Being the first PBB season to be held under the new normal, auditions were held online, and safety measures were strictly observed before entering the house. These include medical, psychological, and COVID-19 testing. Adhering to Maxicares stringent health standards, the Antigen Tests were administered by PPE-geared registered medical technologists and nurses. The goal is to limit unnecessary contact and exposure, says a Maxicare staff member who facilitated the testing process.Each housemate entered the testing room one by one then they went to their respective rooms as soon as the tests were done. For maximum protection, all housemates were required to wear face masks and face shields. The entire process, from testing to releasing of results, took onl...

New year, new chapters. Welcome 2021 by celebrating the moments in life worth living for. For couples who were recently engaged or for those whose wedding plans were postponed last year, you can finally have your much-anticipated dreamlike weddings at the resplendent Palacio de Memoria, a fully restored pre-war mansion located at the heart of Metro Manila.   For the New Year, the Lhuillier-managed estate will be offering special intimate packages for those who would like to tie the knot and spend the rest of lives together. Couples may choose from the Standard Package, which starts at Php 150,000; the Elite Package, which starts at Php 225,000; or the Premium Package, which starts at Php 280,000. These packages are customizable and may include add-ons to fit every couple's needs and preferences.   You can invite up to 50 of your closest family and friends as you exchange vows and profess your love to one another. The packages also include the reservation of any o...

  The New Year may usher in new trends and fashion ideas, but some classic favorites are here to stay. These include the ever-versatile white polo, denim jeans, little black dress, white sneakers and of course, the timeless, goes-with-everything red lipstick, which can take your look from day to night. Luckily, Spotlight Cosmetics, the new local makeup brand that aims to empower Filipinas to transform their looks, offers a wide range of red lip shades in various formulas to suit your preference.  If youre into the liquid matte finish, you can opt for the red-brownish hue of Liquid Lips in Fiery Star or the bright red tint of Liquid Lips in Stunning Icon. Spotlight also offers bullet matte lipsticks which come in an intense berry shade called Sultry Siren, and the pinkish-red Scream Queen.  If you want a softer and more dewy finish, theres the Spotlight Creamy Lipstick in World-Class Diva. But if you want a more precise application, you can try the Lip Crayons which also o...

  When commuting, wear your face mask and face shield properly at all times. With the holidays over, thousands of Filipinos are coming back from their hometowns or simply traveling to get to work. If you are one of these commuters, please remember that the pandemic is not yet over, and strict health protocols are still in place. However, there are ways for you to be able to get to your destination safely. AXA Philippines, one of the country’s leading insurance providers, is here to give you some tips on just that. Prepare for cashless payments. Many transport services have implemented cashless paying schemes as a precautionary measure against the COVID-19 virus. For example, ride-hailing apps only accept bookings if you will pay through your e-wallet or credit or debit cards. Also, trains and some buses only allow passengers to ride if they have a reloadable contactless smart card. To avoid any hassle, make sure that you have the n...

  GUESS PHILIPPINES makes holiday shopping a breeze with its new online shopping experience 18 December 2020 -  GUESS strengthens its online presence and brings a more convenient shopping experience to its Philippine customers by launching the GUESS Mobile App. Perfect for the holiday season, the GUESS Mobile App provides a faster, easier, and more user-friendly way of browsing through the latest GUESS collections online, giving customers a new and seamless shopping experience.  Complete Online Selection Customers can easily browse and shop Guess’ newest arrivals and exclusive offers, including the latest GUESS Holiday collection featuring Michele Morrone.  Save, Shop, and Share Customers can save their favorite items with the Wishlist feature and share their top picks with their friends and followers on social media  Points and Rewards Guess List members can link their accounts through the mobile app to gain points and avail of exclusive rewards this season....

Nineteen dogs from the Emotional Support Animals (ESA) Program of the University of the Philippines Diliman (UPD) received a Holiday treat from the UP Fighting Maroons Basketball Team and its newest sponsor TopBreed, the leading Philippine-made dog food brand in the country.   TopBreed provided the dogs with 900 kilograms of high-quality dog food and essentials like TopB+ vitamins and ShamPooch dog shampoo. The canines underwent general check-up and deworming, and were given anti-rabies vaccines administered by the TopBreed veterinarians. TopBreed provided pet supplies to ESA handlers from the different UPD colleges and units for dogs under their supervision. Efforts were coordinated with the Friends of Campus Animals (FOCA UP), the first campus-based animal welfare volunteer group that helps with the ESA program. UPD’s Balay Kaibigan houses the emotional support animals that also includes cats.   The project became a reality when TopBreed and the...

  AXA Philippines recently participated in Belle De Jour Planner’s #PowerThrough webinar that shared tips on how to stay strong amid the pandemic.   With the combination of new changes and health risks brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic, many may have been feeling overwhelmed, stressed, and scared. To help minimize the pandemic’s damaging effects on people’s mental health, AXA Philippines, one of the country’s leading insurance providers, has started the #HowAreYou Mental Awareness campaign to encourage open and honest conversations on mental health among the company, its clients, and the community at large. To further highlight this, AXA recently participated in Belle De Jour Planner’s #PowerThrough webinar. Streamed on Belle De Jour’s Facebook page ( https://www.facebook.com/bdjbuzz ), the webinar featured mental health advocate Dr. Gia Sison, founder of SOS Philippines (Survivors of Suicide and Depression) and Kate Alvarez who shared tips on how to stay strong a...

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