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Holidays are more fun in the Philippines with PayMaya! It’s that time of the year when everyone’s just so busy with last-minute shopping, Parties and of course, holiday vacations. This season, the holidays become especially more fun as a whole universe waits to be discovered because of digital commerce and online shopping convenience. Get the best deals and one-of-a-kind finds with the most convenient way to shop ­ through your PayMaya mobile app, the all-in-one digital payments innovation that can give you an instant virtual Visa.

Let’s start the year right, the first Fun Run of the year is hosted by AMWAY Amway (short for American Way) is an American company that uses a multi-level marketing model to sell a variety of products, primarily in the health, beauty, and home care marketsAmway was founded in 1959 by Jay Van Andel and Richard DeVos. Based in Ada, Michigan, the company and family of companies under Alticor reported sales of $11.3 billion for 2012, the seventh consecutive year of growth for the companyIts product lines include home care products, personal care products, jewelry, electronics, Nutrilite dietary supplements, water purifiers, air purifiers, insurance, and cosmetics. Amway conducts business through a number of affiliated companies in more than a hundred countries and territories around the world Amway was ranked No.26 among the largest private companies in the United States by Forbes in 2012.Although Amway has been frequently subject to investigation as having a pyramid like structure...

20th Alaska Football Cup gathered more than 6,000 players nationwide The biggest football tournament in the country was held at the Alabang Country Club after Alaska Milk celebrated two decades of commitment to the world’s most popular sport with the holding of the 20th Alaska Football Cup at the Alabang Country Club last weekend. Alaska Milk President and CEO Wilfred Uytengsu said it was a privilege to hold the biggest and most successful grassroots-development program in the local football scene even as he recalled the tournament’s modest start. “In 1996, we had 350 players and 25 teams. Today in our 20th anniversary, we held a three-day event in 26 football fields with 6,150 players in 410 teams. In those 20 years we’ve had 12,159 teams of over 58,000 players play 13,800 games with over 40,000 goals scored. We’ve come a long way,” said Uytengsu.

Brother boosts line up of sewing machines Well-known today for its wide range of printers and multi-function centres for homes and offices, Brother’s first product offering consisted not of printers but of sewing machines. The only sewing machine brand offered in the big appliance stores in the country, Brother is the choice of the brand conscious market, and will even be more preferred by customers with the introduction of another cost-efficient home sewing machine model – the Brother FS101 computerized sewing machine. Brother FS 101 has a wide array of professional features in a lightweight, easy-to-use package. Affordable and super functional at retail selling price (RSP) of Php 20,995, it has 100 built-in utility and decorative stitches, 55 built-in character stitches, quickset drop-in bobbin, and built-in needle threader.

Ortigas & Company, Epson Philippines present 3D projection mapping show in Capitol Commons, the first-ever Christmas-themed 3D projection mapping show makes Capitol Commons a must-visit holiday destination. A new striking showcase of technology is bound to enthrall visitors of Capitol Commons this Christmas as Ortigas & Company partners with Epson Philippines Corporation for “An Epson Spectacular Christmas Celebration,” a 3D projection mapping show at the Capitol Commons Park in Ortigas Center, Pasig. From Fridays to Sundays, beginning December 11, 2015 up to January 3, 2016, the first-ever Christmas 3D projection mapping show in the Philippines brings a heartwarming holiday story projected using Epson technology. The show begins at 7 in the evening until 12 midnight, with a run time of ten minutes at 30-minute intervals.   “We are thrilled to partner with Epson for this spectacular Christmas offering that will give Capitol Commons visitors another r...

Students dress up LRT 1 with lanterns in  LRMC’s Juan Christmas campaign The LRT Line 1 gets decked with Christmas cheer as operator Light Rail Manila Corporation (LRMC) spearheads the Juan Christmas Lantern Festival, where students create solar and battery-powered lanterns to decorate LRT-1’s passenger stations.

When it comes to cakes, Cheesecake is the best. I don’t know why but I really love when it melts just right in your mouth. Imagine this luscious, heavenly, creamy cheesecake to be the centerpiece of your Noche Buena and Medya Noche table!  Yes Burgoo American Bar and Restaurant is now selling your favorite Cheesecake in time for this Christmas season so the whole family can enjoy it at the comfort of their homes and also to giveaway to friends and loved ones.

Are you still on the lookout for that perfect gift for Christmas? What do you think would be the gift be, especially if they have all they wanted. Does it seem like a chore to shop for gifts especially during the Christmas Season?  Looking for something new and fresh especially for those people who seem to have everything. Give them these superb and delicious Gumbo Muffins!  Made only from the highest and quality ingredients, they’re perfect for gifts, potluck or even family gatherings for Noche Buena Medya Noche. Gumbo muffins for gift giving and noche Buena, it’s a good idea; why don’t you try it and tell me what you think.

The PHABlet for everyone on-the-go; with the new Lenovo PHAB, everyone can stay connected and entertainedallday, anytime, anywhere Global technology leader Lenovo (HKSE: 992) (ADR: LNVGY) reveals the next big thing from the PHAB series, the Lenovo PHAB.Just like the PHAB Plus, the Lenovo PHAB delivers on the promise of giving an unparalleled phone+tablet mash-up experience, this time withan enhanced sound quality and entertainment features.

Whisper launches breakthrough product that will make all ladies fall in love because today more than ever, women are making waves and breaking barriers in various fields. And in between juggling a competitive career and pursuing other passions, one thing that sets a truly unstoppable woman apart is her relentless drive to ensure she balances doing more and taking care of herself every day of the month. However, red days can be tricky – and women usually have to compromise protection with comfort, working through the hot, stuffy and even the rough feeling the pads currently in the market tend to give. Whisper brand ambassador Isabelle Daza (center), dermatologist Dr. Kaye Bautista (left), and Whisper brand manager, Jan Ang

Good news guys, get ready because you can now start registering your application for the upcoming  JR. NBA/JR. WNBA PHILIPPINES 2016. ALASKA ONLINE REGISTRATION STARTS DECEMBER 21, 2015 WHAT:           Online registration for the Coaches Clinics, Open Clinics, and School Clinics of Jr. NBA/Jr. WNBA Philippines 2016 presented by Alaska WHO: The basketball program is open to all male and female basketball players aged 10 to 14 (born from January 1, 2002 to December 31, 2006). The Coaches Clinic is open to all school coaches and those who are coaching junior players in the elementary and high school levels. WHEN:           December 21, 2015

More news about the our Ms. Universe 2015. Everyone is proud and happy and PDLT Home DSL is one of them After a 42-year drought for the crown, the Philippines makes pageant history once again. Miss Philippines and PLDT HOME DSL ambassador Pia Alonzo Wurtzbach was recently crowned Miss Universe 2015 after a dramatic coronation night held at Planet Hollywood in Las Vegas. Wurtzbach bested 80 women from various parts of the globe to claim the country’s third Miss Universe title. She follows in the footsteps of Gloria Diaz who won in 1969 and Margie Moran who brought home the crown in 1973.

Global footwear brands now at SM Seaside City Cebu, don’t you love to hear that Global footwear brands Ipanema, Grendha, Rider, Zaxy, Anacapri and Söfft find their new Southern home at Cebu’s seaside lifestyle complex, SM Seaside City. Located inside SM Department Store, these brands offer trendy and fashionable footwear perfect for Cebu’s discerning market.   From left:  Shirley Herrera, Division merchandise manager for Childrens' shoes; SM Dept Store, Cecille Loretizo, Marketing Head, ELRO Retail Corp; Eugene Saw, Sr. Vice President for shoes and bags business unit, SM Dept Store; Francisco R. Elizalde, President, ELRO Retail Corp; Nicodemus Chu-Vice President for mdsg shoes and bags, SM Dept Store; Felanie Lim-Sr. Assistant Vice President for mdsg ladies shoes and bags, SM Dept Store and Ma. Rina Bugayong, Assistant Vice President for shoes and bags marketing, SM Dept Store.

Jr. NBA/Jr. WNBA Philippines is not just about playing basketball and winning, it’s also about heart.

There are some behind the scene that was captured by others to show how  Ms. Universe contest show true color. While we are celebrating, there are others who still show their bitterness . Lalo Elizondo video: just saw it on you tube You be the judge

And the real winner of Ms.Universe 2015 is Ms. Philippines

What are you wishing for Christmas or what are planning to give this Christmas. Looking for the perfect gift for game console players and techies this holiday season? Give them Energeyes Digital Lenses, a protective eyewear that helps guard their eyes from the harmful blue light that causes digital eye strain. Energeyes is a defense eyewear that helps alleviate the symptoms of digital eye strain by blocking over 50% of harmful blue light through the synergistic actions of a reflective front surface treatment on the lens and an absorptive lens material.

Music plays an important role in the development of a child’s various modes of intelligence, specifically for mental, physical and social aspects. Music helps them seek patterns in their environment, which allows them to easily recall words, phrases, even in foreign languages. They become more perceptive to sound and develop into astute listeners. Children as young as four can absorb the potential educational benefits of listening to music that are known to make an impact during these sensitive developmental years. Things such as speech and language development, motor and rhythmic coordination and even social skills are honed through early exposure to music. But it doesn’t necessarily mean that you have to teach your children how to play an instrument. While there’s little doubt that doing so helps their mental development, studies show that simply having children actively listen to songs is enough to help them reap the benefits of cognitive development and maybe even encourage ...

Shell V-Power Nitro+ ends the year with excitement, my excitement. I thought that I would attend an event just like those normal event we go to.  Shell invited a couple of bloggers and media to be part of their year-end event which challenges not just our wit but our camaraderie as well with fellow contestant.

Just got lucky to get a golden ticket, yes it is a golden ticket and its my ticket to watch the most anticipated movie of the year. Golden Ticket Events has just awoken the force within every Star Wars fan with the exclusive screening of Star Wars: The Force Awakens, held one day ahead of its December 17 release in the Philippines. The screening was held at SM Megamall Cinema 3 to a sold-out crowd. Despite the popularity of the movie, the reception was still unexpected. “The screening was held in the middle of pre-holiday festivities,” said Kendrick Go, Marketing Director of traffic, our patrons were still able to make time for the screening. It gives me great pleasure that Golden Ticket Events is able to continuously provide a memorable movie theatre experience in the Philippines.” In celebration of the movie’s exclusive Philippine premiere, Golden Ticket Events amped the ante and treated patrons to free popcorn, bottled water, and 1,000 PHP wo...

Have you been passing by the Ortigas area, more specifically at the Meralco Ave. have you noticed the light display at the Meralco compound Meralco lights up ‘Liwanag Park’:‘One Child, One Lamp’ campaign to benefit schools Without electricity was launched   Fireworks and thousands of small lights lit up the night sky, celebrating the Christmas season at Meralco.  

With all the get together and Christmas party, what do we gain from this besides the gift ? Yes, you are right, we are gaining weight and we do every time we attended one event after another. The Christmas season is the time of the year where mouth-watering foods are served such as ham, mechado, caldereta, and lechon. But after devouring those sumptuous yet fatty foods, it is important to shed those calories and still have a fit and healthy body. “Filipinos are food lovers, and it is truly seen during Christmas season where greasy and high-calorie foods are served. Thus, it is just essential to burn those extra calories to avoid excess fat. For people who don’t want to hit the gym, they can try sports to burn the calories,” says Dr. Nicky Montoya, MediCard president.

Greet the New Year with a brand new—and beautiful—you! Ain't that a good news. What started as a 100-day countdown before Christmas is now about waiting before we bid goodbye to 2015 and say hello to 2016. The adversities and difficulties we experienced the past year are now almost behind us and today, we look forward to the coming new year with much anticipation and excitement. And best we greet the new year by presenting a new version of ourselves—whether women and now, even men—not just with a new look but being healthy and beautiful inside and out. And this we can achieve by using a potent and powerful drink touted as today’s modern “fountain of youth”—HyC 150.

Since it’s just a few days before Christmas day and I know that everyone would be busy buying gifts from their loves and would prefer to go Divisoria to buy what they need. Here are some tips that I hope would help you to have a more convenient shopping spree day at the famous Divisoria.

Denise Laurel won the title for the Your Face Sound Familiar Season 2 Winning 2 million pesos in cash, Denise Laurel choose Caritas Manila to be her benifiary. Caritas Manila will received 1 Million pesos. Here are some of her performances before the grand finals when she choose Beyonce as her final transformation

Every time I look at the mirror and saw white hair sprouting, it makes me sad thinking that I am growing old or I am stress. I attended recently a launch of a product that was formulated to stop the greying of hair. It’s not that I don’t want to look young but, my hair is my crown and glory and I wanted it to stay as black as long as I can.  Grey Away was officially launch at Dillingers last Dec. 10, 2015.  Guest and media were enlighten as how important this product is.

It wasn't long ago when Hattendo opened its first store in the Philippines.   It was in the middle of May 2015, at Mega Fashion Hall SM Megamall, where people lined up to get a taste of Hiroshima's most popular cream bun! All cream buns are baked and hand wrapped in Hiroshima, Japan, then shipped frozen to the Philippines, Korea and Taiwan.  Thawing is done 24 hours prior to serving/selling, under strict temperature management. The store's design is patterned after Japan's style, with visible wood grain finish.  Cream buns are displayed in an enclosed glass chiller, maintaining 5°C, as per Japan's standards for best quality.

GIVE A JAPANESE OMIYAGE THIS HOLIDAY! HATTENDO OFFERS CREAM BUNS WRAPPED IN FUROSHIKI FOR UNIQUE GIFTS    Of all the holidays, Christmas is known to be the Season of Giving.

Star Wars: The Force Awakens special advance screening by Golden Ticket Events The biggest movie event of the year has arrived! Golden Ticket Events will be holding a special advance screening of Star Wars: The Force Awakens on December 16, 2015 10PM at SM Megamall Cinema 3. Join Princess Leia, Han Solo, Luke Skywalker, Chewbacca, R2-D2, C3-PO, plust an all-new cast of heroes, bots, and villains in the newest Star Wars chapter to hit the silver screen!

Jollibee keeps the tradition of spreading Christmas cheer alive in 21st Maaga ang Pasko making every Christmas brighter and more joyful for over two decades. Jollibee celebrated the launch of Maaga ang Pasko, now on its 21st year; bigger and brighter. This 2015, the country’s longest-running annual toy and book drive is continuing its mission to inspire more kindhearted Filipinos to donate gifts and spread the early Christmas cheer to less fortunate kids. Spearheading the donation drive as lead Jolly Toy Scouts are child actor Marco Masa, The Voice Kids Philippines Season 1 grand winner Lyca Gairanod and finalist Darlene Vibares, and Goin’ Bulilit kids Angelo Alayon, JM Gacayan, and Belle Mariano. The new batch of Jolly Toy Scouts hope to inspire other kids like them to share their pre-loved toys and books to make other kids happy. During the various campaign launches held nationwide, these kids led by example by donating their own toys and books. Marco Masa ...

Too important of a product not to share to others Practo Ray is a cloud-based practice management solution of choice for thousands of doctors and clinics. It simplifies and automates practice management so doctors can focus on what they do best-- treating and caring for their patients. Practo Ray helps simplify scheduling, billing and inventory management for doctors. It also helps create digital health care records and prescriptions so consumers always have their healthcare history available to them right inside the app. Practo Ray is available as an annual subscription starting at Php2,200 a month.

Shopee,  Southeast Asian’s newest smart and secure social media marketplace officially launches in the Philippines today. The event was held at Makati Shangrila and was witness by media and other guest who are interested to learn about the app. Shopee, available for free in Apple App Store and Google Play, boasts a wide range of products and is equipped with a secure payment  service and innovative socially driven features to create a more secure, fun, and easy shopping and selling experience. Shoppe has a million users across the region

Where are you going to spend your Christmas or New Year, here is a thought that I want to share with you With the many hotels in the metro, The Linden Suites stands out as being one that offers business or leisure travelers world class accommodations and notable service. The elegance and functionality of one of the top hotels in Pasig City is known for having spacious guestrooms. Currently having 12 types of suites (Deluxe Room, One Bedroom Suites, Two Bedroom Suites, Three Bedroom Suites, and Penthouse Suites), guests also have recreation, dining and health facilities for a well rounded and relaxing stay. The hotel offers a buffet breakfast; all day dining and room service, function spaces that can accommodate small and medium size groups are also available for business meetings and social events.

Biogesic Banig-Bayan: Our answer to ‘Who cares for the carer?’ We’ve come across many OFW stories one way or another. Still among us are those who have romantic notions of the kind of lives they have abroad. People could not see past the pasalubongs and the happy photos OFWs post online, which is worrisome because in reality not all OFWs live the good life abroad. But they would not talk about it. Some would not share their every day situations abroad and would rarely admit that they get lonely.

Christmas is the time for giving and make sure that you are giving the right present to your love ones. Liven up the yuletide spirit in your homes with LG products.Give your family the gift of technology with LG home appliances and gadgets.The yuletide season is the best time to share your blessings with your loved ones. Like most Filipinos who are family-oriented, you are probably thinking of upgrading your home with the best appliances in the market that will make your home more convenient and enjoyable for you and your family. From smartphones or phablets to innovative and functional home appliances, LG Electronics Philippines has the perfect gift ideas for you and your family this holiday season.

Even artist are concern with regards to their crown and glory, whether you are a woman or man and in this case Gary V. Heads up! Gary V on Novuhair: putting energy into prevention

Are you ready for Christmas gift giving, here are the Lenovo Smartphones Holiday Gift Guide for a Merry and Fruitful 2016  that you can choose from Just when you think picking the perfect holiday presents for your family, loved ones, and even for yourself would cause you sleepless nights, Lenovo smartphones make it a breeze. With Lenovo’s VIBE, P, S, and A series, you are spoilt for choice. Whether you want to give a smartphone with high quality camera, large battery life, powerful processor, stylish glass exterior, pocket-friendly price tag or all of the above, Lenovo lets you send your true love mobile devices that ideally suit their needs for a more connected, exciting and productive 2016.

I finally after along time, meet in person Brandon “The Truth” Vera, Mark “Mugen” Striegl and Ana “Hurricane” Julaton Personal and Upclose Question and Answer

I want to travel and I know you too . GetGo partners with TravelBook.ph and StopSleepGo.com for Juanderlust! How would you like to explore the countless beautiful tourist destinations in the Philippines, all for free for an exciting 80 days? Join Juanderlust and be the Chosen Juan to discover and experience all the amazing travel spots that the country has to offer.

Nutrition and Action and you get a Champion. That is what it’s about and a parent; I was happy to see this at 20 th Alaska Football Cup Wala pa ding tatalo sa love ni Mommy

With a lot of thing coming my way like stress and other personal duties to fulfill, I do look like a haggard 50 year old mom and it stresses me even more. Let’s take a step back and take good care of ourselves for a while Here is something we should know TLC for the Women who Take Care of Everyone As the holidays approach, Riantique Global Inc. president Ria Castrillo shares some words of wisdom with all the busy women who wear the hats of mother, professional, nurturer, friend and wife: “Liking the way you look is vital to health and happiness. Beauty comes first from within. No matter how much makeup you have slathered on yourself, if you are unhappy, that will still show making you less beautiful.” Beauty is more than just skin deep, according to Castrillo: It is the outward expression of all that you feel inside. “When you are happy content, that inner glow and beauty will radiate outward,” Castrillo said. “Happy people have younger hearts, younger arteries and a...

Beauty Lane brings Milan’s hair master in the PH Italy’s most sought after master educator in hair and coloring, Alessandro Cavazzini is in the Philippines to conduct a series of trainings for local hair stylists and colorists, courtesy of Elgon Professional Hair Color. The Milan-based brand is exclusively distributed in the country by Beauty Lane Philippines, Incorporated, headed by its President and CEO, Dina de Villa-Tobojka. Through the trainings, local salon specialists will learn the ever-evolving science and art of hair color, get a deeper insight into the brand, Elgon, and learn how to maximize its products. “The trainings will be more on using Elgon products in new ways. It’s something we can pass on to our customers here because stylists are constantly looking for something new,” Tobojka said.

What does a brand new tell you? INNOVATIVE PRODUCTS TO DRIVE EXPANSION IN LOCAL SHORES Global air conditioning, appliance giant Tosot enters Philippine market  Amidst the phenomenal growth in the Philippines’ retail sector, a brand of a global leader in air conditioning systems and appliances is set to bring to the country its line of innovative products. Tosot, a premium brand of Gree, the biggest manufacturer of air conditioners in the world, was officially launched this October.

It’s that time of the year when everyone plans what to do to make the holiday season meaningful and memorable. This is also the only month wherein I could get the whole family going together and take a break. We always make sure to have something plan every December. For this year, my children wanted to spend their Christmas outside the comfort of our home. I have decided to take them away a little outside Manila, not so far so that they need not be stress out by the travel. Everything must be planned, I need to have everything for their need and that includes medicine and vitamins because you never know what will happen. I was Girl Scout so dapat laging handa. Better be sure than sorry For that entire thing, there is only Unilab that I can rely on; they have all the vitamins and medicines that I need in one go. There’s the ever reliable enervon for my kids, solmux and enervon hp for me and my dad With the cold season, be ready with Solmux. Holidays should be fun...

FEED THE DREAMS OF FILIPINO YOUTH. JUST ADD HOPE WHEN YOU VISIT KFC. Hunger affects the academic performance and retention of young students in the Philippines.

Lifestyle brand Boardwalk’s latest endeavour brings social entrepreneurship into the mainstream of fashion. To bring this innovative brand forward, Boardwalk holds the ‘Walk to Share’ Lifestyle Event to introduce Share, a fashion and lifestyle sub-brand that lies at the heart of Boardwalk’s social entrepreneurship advocacy. An initiative of the Share Foundation by Boardwalk in partnership with Boardwalk Charity Foundation Incorporated, Share elevates fashion into a social development platform by allocating 25 per cent of each Share item sold for its business starter program. The program works with men and women from economically-challenged communities to help them gain capital and confidence, and enhance their skills and sensibilities to have a fair shot at business success. The event features the Walk to Share video via a 360 video projector focusing on the “Sharepreneurs”-- Share beneficiaries and future grassroots entrepreneurs who are envisioned to be the flag bearers of a...

6 Vista community malls spark Vista Land developments in Luzon, Mindanao Over 20 Vista Malls to rise nationwide in 2016 Shopping online may be the “in” thing these days, but for most people, nothing can beat the physical experience of going to malls to meet up, bond with family and friends, have fun, and indulge in activities that cannot be experienced anywhere else. Malls are not just places to shop, they are activity centers that fulfill many functions for mall goers. Learning nooks, workout places, lifestyle destinations, dining hubs, entertainment venues, and more, malls are woven into the colorful social fabric of countless communities.

You watch out, you better not cry, because CDR king is coming to town and with them are your Christmas wis Celebrating the season won’t be complete without giving and receiving gifts form loved ones and colleagues. Gifts without relying on the tag price are much appreciated especially if much thought have been given to the receiver. Recipient appropriate gift We must consider the preference of who we are giving gifts to. Someone who loves to cook should be given something that would complement her cooking skills. A sports buff would appreciate something he can use for his sports. Kids would definitely love toys and gaming gadgets. Cd-r King, you’re one-stop media provider can give you more ideas as you visit their close to 400 stores nationwide. From Gadgets to home appliances and other personal stuffs, Cd-r King can give you a more affordable choice. Newest from Cd-r King

I have following the movies starring Vic Sotto for a long time and attending presscon for the last 3 years and this time, I know for a fact that their latest movie “My Bebe Love: Kilig Pa More!” starring Vic, Ai-Ai and Aldub is a Guaranteed  break record at the 2015 MMFF.