Hamilo Coast and WWF: partners in eco-tourism and sustainability

Hamilo Coast, the premier beach resort town in Nasugbu, Batangas, may be the weekend haven of the country’s affluent set, yet it is on track as a thriving model of sustainable eco-tourism practices.

September is Philippine Film Industry Month (PFIM)

In line with Presidential Proclamation 1085, s. 2021, September was declared as the Philippine Film Industry Month (PFIM) to showcase and celebrate the achievements and progress of the discipline of film and filmmaking. Under the presidential proclamation, the Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP), is designated as the lead agency for the celebration of the PFIM. 

This year’s month-long festivities will go with the theme “Tuloy Ang Kuwento: Ang Pagbabalik ng Pelikulang Pilipino” spotlighting the new National Artists for Film and Broadcast, remembering Filipino movie gems, and the lofty ideal of beginning another golden age for Philippine cinema.

To all film fans and folks, get ready to celebrate this month as we bring exciting events, special screenings, and programs prepared by the country’s film Agency in celebrating our beloved industry. Let’s do this!

#FDCP #PFIM2022 #TuloyAngKuwento

Sinag Schools program powers up school in Batangas

SM Foundation and Maxeon Solar Technologies formally held the community launch of the Sinag Schools Program at Lemery Pilot Elementary School in Batangas.

SM Foundation (SMFI), the corporate social responsibility arm of the SM group, together with Maxeon Solar Technologies, recently powered up the Lemery Pilot Elementary School (LPES) in Batangas through the Sinag Schools program.

This social good collaboration between SMFI and Maxeon aims to provide clean and renewable energy to schools in grassroot communities by installing solar panels on an SM school building, especially to those that have low operating expenses. 

SM Prime and AboitizPower secure long-term Cleanergy deal

(From left to right) SM Prime Energy Consultant Jaime Patinio, AboitizPower Senior Vice President for Commercial Operations Sandro Aboitiz, SM Engineering, Design and Development President Hans Sy, Jr., SM Prime President Jeffrey Lim, AboitizPower President and Chief Executive Officer Emmanuel Rubio, Aboitiz Renewables, Inc. Vice President for Commercial Strategy, Sales, and Engagement David Aboitiz, AboitizPower Vice President for Retail - Commercial Operations Business Unit James Byron Yu, and SM Prime Chief Finance Officer John Nai Peng Ong gather for a luncheon on Thursday, August 4, after sealing a long-term partnership with the commitment to helping build a cleaner and brighter future.

SM Prime Holdings, Inc. (SM Prime), one of the leading property developers in Southeast Asia, secures a long-term deal with AboitizPower for Cleanergy supply, realizing its goal of increasing its renewable energy portfolio to more than 50%. This is in support of the Department of Energy’s program of moving up the renewable energy supply component of the country to 35% by year 2030.

Call for Application: Miss Fit Philippines 2022

Are you FIT to be the next Queen?

The search is on for Miss FIT Philippines 2022, the pageant for wholistically healthy beauty queens who embody these F.I.T. qualities:

F – Beautiful FACE

I – Intellectual and Emotional INTELLIGENCE

T –TONED and healthy body

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

🟣 Biologically-born female

🟣 With Filipino Lineage 

🟣 Possesses a Beautiful Face, Intelligence and Toned Body

🟣 Single

🟣 Has never been married not given birth 

🟣 17- 26 years old

🟣 At least 5’5” in height

Now on its 3rd year, the next winners have the chance to represent ProMedia and the Philippines in future national and international pageants 

Download the application form:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1W5mhsi3va__JqEsqSxK37vkRrz3LaTwr/view?usp=drivesdk

Email: missfitphilippines@gmail.com

Miss FIT Philippines is produced by project management company ProMedia.

#MissFITPhilippines2022

#FaceIntelligenceTone #ProMedia

#ProMediaPH #MFP2022 #MissFITPhilippines #MissFITPH #MissFITPH2022

Jollibee to open in the heart of Times Square, New York on August 18

Jollibee makes it to the heart of Times Square, right beside Good Morning America.

Another first in its international expansion plan, homegrown restaurant chain Jollibee will open in the heart of the iconic Times Square, New York on August 18, 2022. The newest store opening forms part of the Jollibee Group’s aggressive overseas expansion and sustained growth in one of its key pillar markets, North America.

Also known as the “Crossroads of the World,” Times Square is a top global commercial and entertainment hub. Jollibee Times Square will be located right beside Good Morning America and in the Bowtie, where the famous New Year’s Eve Ball Drop takes place. The store is expected to attract new fans and introduce the brand to more mainstream American customers.

“We are excited to spread the joy of eating to everyone and contribute to the diverse and exciting food scene in Times Square,” shared Maribeth Dela Cruz, Jollibee Group’s President for Philippine Brands (Jollibee, Chowking, and Red Ribbon) in North America.

The Times Square branch will offer Jollibee menu favorites, including the world-famous Chickenjoy fried chicken and Chicken Sandwich–each with its own spicy variant, and other favorites such as Peach Mango Pie and Jolly Spaghetti.

Now with 84 locations across North America and over 1,500 restaurants worldwide, Jollibee continues to grow its presence in the U.S. and Canada, with plans of reaching 500 stores in the next five to seven years. 

Jollibee is the flagship brand of the Jollibee Group, one of the world's largest and fastest growing restaurant companies. To learn more about Jollibee and other brands of the Jollibee Group, visit www.jollibeegroup.com

Cinemalaya 2022 (Year 18): Full List of Winners

Cinemalaya Film Festival 2022 has just announced its winners at the awards night held at the Cultural Center of the Philippines in Manila on August 14, 2022.

Here are the full list of winners:

FULL LENGTH FILM Category

Best Film – THE BASEBALL PLAYER by Carlo Obispo

Best Director – Ma-an Asuncion-Dagñalan for BLUE ROOM

Special Jury Award -- BLUE ROOM by Ma-an Asuncion-Dagñalan

Best Actor -- Tommy Alejandrino for THE BASEBALL PLAYER

Best Actress -- Max Eigenmann for 12 WEEKS

NETPAC (Network for the Promotion of Asian Cinema) Award -- 12 WEEKS by Anna Isabelle Matutina

Best Supporting Actress -- Ruby Ruiz for GINHAWA

Best Supporting Actor -- Soliman Cruz for BLUE ROOM

Best Screenplay -- Carlo Obispo for THE BASEBALL PLAYER

Best Cinematography -- Neil Daza for BLUE ROOM

Best Editing -- Zig Dulay for THE BASEBALL PLAYER

Best Production Design -- Marxie Maolen Fadul for BLUE ROOM

Best Sound Design -- Pepe Manikan for BULA SA LANGIT

Best Original Musical Score -- Isha Abubakar for RETIRADA

Audience Choice – KARGO by TM Malones

SHORT FILM Category:

Best Short Film -- BLACK RAINBOW by Zig Dulay

Best Director – Gabriela Serrano for DIKIT

Special Jury Award -- DIKIT by Gabriela Serrano

NETPAC (Network for the Promotion of Asian Cinema) Award -- BLACK RAINBOW by Zig Dulay

Best Screenplay -- Zig Dulay for BLACK RAINBOW

Audience Choice – MGA HANDUM NGA NASULAT SA BARAS by Arlie Sweet Sumagaysay and Richard Jeroui Salvadico

#Cinemalaya2022 #Cinemalaya18 #CinemalayaFilmFestival #FilmFestival 

Your Song of Excellence 2022 (Season 2)

LAST year, three musical hopefuls who have dreamt of making it big in the music industry in the Philippines accomplished their goal of achieving musical excellence through “Your Song of Excellence,” a virtual singing competition that took the country by storm.

For Grand Champions Edel Quibol, Renz Robosa, and music groujp Monzterjam, it was a dream come true that changed their lives forever.

And now, this year, from hordes of auditionees, a new set of individuals who value musical excellence will be crowned as music royalty in the Philippines as “Your Song of Excellence,” organized by Taiwan Excellence, is back for its second season, and promises to be bigger, fresher and more innovative.

With a total prize pool amounting to a whopping P1,000,000 worth of cash and products up for grabs, plus a recording deal with major recording company Ivory Music, one of the biggest independent record labels in the country, “Your Song of Excellence” Season 2 will be the perfect platform for those who dream of becoming a real-life recording artist.

For this year, “Your Song of Excellence” Season 2 will have a fresh set of judges who will once again meticulously assess the performances of each of the contestants. 

Tasked to do this are #YourSongOfExcellence2022 jurors led by pop-rock royalty and singer-songwriter Yeng Constantino, music producer and songwriter Paulo Zarate, multi-awarded vocalist of local rock band Wolfgang and singer-songwriter Basti Artadi, and award-winning singer and composer Noel Cabangon. They will be joined by acclaimed TV, film and theater actress Bituin Escalante, one of last season’s judges.

And also, a new set of musical categories will be introduced for “Your Song of Excellence” Season 2. The categories include #EpicRock for singers who love to belt out rock and pop rock music, #HeartsAtHome for those who love going ballad in their performance, and #FreshVibes for those whose singing talents cover acoustic music.

“Your Song of Excellence” Season 2 is open to all male, female, and group amateur and professional singers. They must be Filipino citizens and residing in the Philippines, must be 18 years old and above upon submitting their audition video, must present a valid government or school I.D. and must not have an existing recording contract.

Is that dream of becoming a musical star still alive? Here’s your chance to make that dream a reality. Register for “Your Song of Excellence” Season 2 via https://bit.ly/YSOE2022Auditionor email your audition video at yoursongofexcellence2022@gmail.com.

Deadline for submission of audition entries is on August 10, 2022. To know more of contest mechanics, visit https://bit.ly/YSOE2CONTESTMECHANICS.

“Your Song of Excellence” Season 2 is organized by Taiwan Excellence, with premier brands Aromase PH, Asus PH, and Predator Gaming as sponsors, with Ivory Music as music partner and Far Eastern University as performing arts partner.

Major brand partners include Acer Philippines, Annie's Way 安妮絲薇果凍面膜第一品牌, FECA PH, Johnson Fitness Philippines, LUFTQI空氣淨化專家, Transcend Philippines, Zyxel.ph, Dacian, and Tatung.