32nd Saint Teresa of Calcutta Award (2019): Call for Nominations

The Saint Teresa of Calcutta Awards (STCA) Committee, together with partners Junior Chamber International Manila (JCI Manila) and the Alfonso Yuchengo Foundation (AY Foundation), is once more in search for a “silent hero,” who have embodied Saint Teresa’s strong humanitarian values and have emulated her examples through their own works and accomplishments. 

Zaldy Bueno is Cebuana Lhuillier’s Happiest Pinoy 2019 Winner

Zaldy Bueno, a 37-year old teacher from Gumaca, Quezon was hailed as the 4th Happiest Pinoy, winning Cebuana Lhuillier’s Search for the Happiest Pinoy which honors and celebrates the Filipinos’ innate “optimism, resilience, and hope amidst different life crises.”

Zaldy bested nine (9) other finalists from different categories, winning one million cash and a trophy.

Cebuana Lhuillier launches easier, more convenient way to save through micro savings

Cebuana Lhuillier, one of the country’s leading microfinancial services company, recently unveiled the Cebuana Lhuillier Micro Savings, which will provide Filipinos with a more convenient and affordable means to save their hard-earned money. 

Some truck upgrades you shouldn’t miss

You can take a look at your truck right now. It has managed to serve you well but its overall performance can still be improved. How will you improve the service that your truck can provide? Making upgrades can be a great option that you should consider now. Just go to Iowa 80 and take a look at their wide selection of truck accessories. There are various websites online that will offer different items but they are considered to be one of the best.

Send more love to your mom this Mother’s Day with Zyllem

Every day people are in a rush – and sadly on Mother’s Day this is no different. Some of us are squeezing the time to buy the perfect gift for our moms into our hectic work schedule, while the others have to seek the help of other people to buy the gift for them. And the challenge comes not only in the purchasing stage – it also occurs on the day itself, when people find it difficult to give their purchased present to their mom in person on her special day.

MY CANDIDATE is a rom-com story about elections and political rivalry

Derek, Iza & Shaina give the election season a romantic twist in My Candidate directed by Quark Henares under Quantum Films, MJM Productions, Tuko Film Production and Butchi Boy Films.

Showbiz hunk Derek Ramsay, Iza Calzado and Shaina Magdayao give us a different tale of love and romance this election season via My Candidate from Quantum Films, MJM Productions, Tuko Film Productions at Butchi Boy Films, producers of the award-winning and critically-acclaimed romantic-comedy films, English Only, Please and #Walang Forever.

Experience Petron’s Best Day Promo till May 30, 2016

Petron gives you some respite from the heat of the summer with its Best Day Promo at participating service stations. Petron helps you start and end the work week right by giving you one free bottle of Magnolia Purewater and Polo candies for any amount of fuel purchase between 6AM to 9AM on Mondays and Fridays from April 22 to May 30, 2016.

DLSU celebrates Animo Night Thanksgiving Party | October 17, 2013

Photo courtesy of Animo Nation

De La Salle University celebrates a shining green victory for being champions in the University Athletic Association of the Philippines (UAAP) Season 76 Men's Baskteball and Women's Basketball. The University holds the Animo Night, a thanksgiving party for the athletes and their coaches on October 17, 2013 at the Henry Sy, Sr. Hall grounds.

It's also a celebration of all DLSU sports teams who competed and won in the first half of the UAAP Games. It will also be a send-off activity for the teams which will compete in the second half of the UAAP season.

The party is open to all members of the Lasallian community, including alumni and their families. Please present your DLSU ID or Alumni Card to enter the campus. 

International Film Expo 2013 in Manila | September 6-7, 2013

Brought to Manila for the first time, the International Film Expo 2013 (IFX) will be held on September 6-7 (9am-6pm). It aims to develop the national film industry further into the international arena by gathering local and foreign film makers, stakeholders, services, and prominent players for possible partnerships and co-productions as well as technological and educational exchanges. 

The film market presents film-related products and companies in an open market slated to showcase their wares and services. The IFX also features a dedicated ASEAN corner wherein representatives of respective ASEAN countries will manage booths to showcase their countries’ works and contributions to film development. 

Aside from the open market, a symposium will also be held for professionals and enthusiasts alike, wherein topics covering the state of the film industries in the Philippines and abroad, the technological advancements in the field, and the promotion of film education will be discussed by prominent people within the global film industry. 

This is FREE admission. Registration is required before/on the day of the event. Visit: http://www.ifx.ph/

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AirAsia Philippines introduces new hotline numbers and cash payment partners

Philippines’ AirAsia, the low cost carrier 

with the youngest fleet, has just announced significant changes in its customer call 

center. Starting February 25, 2013, Philippines’ AirAsia’s new customer hotline number will 

be 742ASIA or 742.27.42.





Doy del Mundo Jr.’s documentary, “Ehem!plo: Jesse M. Robredo and Good Governance” to be shown for free in DLSU

The La Salle Institute of Governance and the DLSU Society of Fellows invite everyone to join in remembering the legacy of the late Local Government Secretary and Naga City Mayor Jesse M. Robredo by attending the showing of the video-documentary film Ehem!plo.

The film will be shown on August 31, 2012, Friday, 3 pm, at the William Shaw Little Theater. Admission is FREE.

SYNOPSIS

The 2007 film depicted how young people, like Melonie Maglia of Ifugao, longed for leaders with conscience and competence, not public officials who, according to Fr. Vhong Navarro, invented projects for selfish interests. Mayor Jesse Robredo of Naga City proved that good governance by strengthening transparency and accountability processes can help improve the conditions of local residents.

ABOUT THE DIRECTOR

Dr. Clodualdo “Doy” del Mundo, Jr. has a doctoral degree in Communication Studies from the University of Iowa. He teaches at De La Salle University, Department of Communication, where he is a Professor Emeritus and a University Fellow. He is also a screenwriter. His screenplay credits include Maynila… Sa mga Kuko ng Liwanag, ‘Merika, Mulanay, Aliwan Paradise (Entertainment Paradise), Markova, andPepot Artista.

Smart Postpaid’s new All-Net services cutting your bills in half

 
Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart), the leading wireless services provider, recently launched its new All-Net offerings, the latest services under its All-In plans that give postpaid subscribers affordable rates on voice and SMS services to all networks. This is the first time that Smart offers an amazing low rate plan for postpaid subscribers; a timely offer now that Christmas season is just around the corner.

Jobstreet.com holds Jobgantic Career Fair 2011 on Aug. 12-13

Jobstreet.com holds the Jobgantic Career Fair 2011 in SMX Convention Center on August 12-13, 2011. You need to pre-register at Jobstreet.com website to qualify for the raffle promo. The promo is valid only on those 2 specified days.

How to join the Jobgantic Career Fair Raffle Promo

Mechanics:
1. Log on to www.jobstreet.com click on Philippines and pre-register for the JobStreet.com Jobgantic Career Fair 2011 to qualify for the raffle promo. Registration is FREE.
2. Attend the Jobgantic Career Fair 2011 on August 12 or 13 at the SMX Convention Center, Pasay City.

Being a Nuffnang Blogger is the hottest thing since I became a member

Since its inception in 2007, Nuffnang has been one of the leading digital advertising companies today serving blogs across 6 countries, namely: Malaysia, Singapore, the Philippines, China, Hong Kong and Australia. I only became a member in 2009.

Pizza Hut now offers Hot on the Dot Pizza deliveries: 30 minutes AND hot (as indicated by the thermally activated sticker you place on the pizza box upon receiving your pizza) or your pizza is FREE!
 
It's mouth-watering when you see cheese melting on the pizza because it's delivered hot. Dial 911-11-11 if you want your pizzas Hot on the Dot!

International Contact Center Conference & Expo 2011 (August 2-3)

Contact Center Association of the Philippines (CCAP) holds International Contact Center Conference & Expo 2011 (ICCCE 2011) to be held at SMX Convention Center, Mall of Asia Complex in Pasay City on August 2 & 3, 2011.

ICCCE 2011 combines an industry conference tackling major industry issues and trends, a training and development program for contact center professionals, an exhibit of the latest products and solutions, and a career fair for industry professionals and fresh graduates.

Love Japan: A Fundraising Bazaar (July 23-24)

The Rockwell Community, composed of Rockwell Land, Rockwell Club, Power Plant Mall and the Rockwell Center, invites everyone to Love Japan, a one-of-a-kind bazaar and auction on July 23-24, 2011 for the benefit of Japan’s rehabilitation following the devastating earthquake earlier this year.

Join the adiNation of Runners Philippines

Beginning runners are not alone in their quest for running as they keep up with their goals to have a healthy and fit lifestyle. adiNation of Runners (aNR) is here to guide us achieve our goals as we learn from other runners as well.

Some aNR Tips

I feel that I need to prepare now for the adidas KOTR which will happen on Octoer 23, 2011. We need to teach our body to both mentally and physically tackle the challenges in running. Maintain your pace and delay the onset of fatigue by training your body to utilize all the energy it reserves. Through long training in running, the capacity to store more energy within the muscles increases.

A Lecture on Museology at the Ayala Museum

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Ayala Museum will hold a lecture on Museology to be given by Ms. Felice Sta. Maria on April 6, 2011 at 10:30 am to 12:00 nn. This lecture will focus mainly on museum marketing and audience development.

For more information, please email education@ayalamuseum.org or call (632) 757-7117 loc. 25 or 35.

Alter Space: new Filipino Facebook game that can save our planet

Who has ever thought of doing a magnanimous cause to save the environment? What’s in it for me if I do something for mother nature? Who will care? Will others get to notice it? Why must everyone do his/her part to commit to a life changing work? The truth is, everyone must care.

The 3M Innovations

Can we imagine doing something without the needed materials to complete the task? Wood furnitures  cannot be finished without passing through the use of 3M Sandpaper, washing the dishes without our trusted Scotch-Brite™, or wrapping our gifts without using Scotch Tape™.