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AXA gives kids Jr. NBA head start

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AXA, the official insurance partner of the NBA in the Philippines, supported young Filipino basketball players as they participated in the Jr. NBA Philippines presented by Alaska Regional Selection Camp in Metro Manila. AXA backed Johnrey Catalan, Jamir Baldomar, Christian Jaojoco, Dexter Lugmay, Razel de Torres, John Greg Gawat, and Jam Lachica, who joined over 800 young players ages 10-14 at the tryouts held in Don Bosco Technical Institute, Makati City. AXA supports the NBA’s global youth basketball participation program, which teaches the fundamental skills and core values of basketball. For more information, visit www.axa.com.ph/nba. Photo shows AXA chief customer officer Amor Balagtas (fourth from left) and coach Dick Gawat (leftmost) with the AXA-sponsored kids.

Fearless, Fierce, And Playfully Bold: Curvalicious Women Are Owning It

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Today's women are a force to be reckoned with. They are unabashedly beautiful, confident wherever they go, unfaced by nothing, and empowered from within. Now, Whisper moves to celebrate the modern woman (like you are!) who is fearless, fierce, and playfully bold, through the new #Curvalicious movement.  Join the movement Woman, you bring forward a whole new level of attitude and confidence, one that inspires and encourages other women to keep slaying, keep winning, and keep doing their thing---no holds barred. Your time is now. Together with Whisper, join and be part of the #Curvalicious movement: a celebration of you, for you - the modern woman who is brave and daring, who powers through whatever needs to be done to achieve her goals and be the best woman she imagines herself to be.  Whisper has always been about empowering young women like you, providing you the support and feminine hygiene care you need, so you can focus on the tasks at hand. Because yes, ab

Cosplayer mom's winning extraterrestrial look

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Trisha Denise Montero, a young mom and cosplayer from Las Piñas, won The Big Beauty Challenge Year 2 for her Extraterrestrial look using Ever Bilena makeup. Trisha Denise Montero, design graduate and young mother from Las Piñas City, won The Big Beauty Challenge Year 2 top prize with her whimsical rendition of the grand finals theme, Extraterrestrial. Montero, who first won in the weekly Disney Princess-themed challenge, bested nine other aspiring makeup artists.  She took home P70,000 cash and P30,000 worth of Ever Bilena makeup products. The cosplayer, who took a break when she became a mom, said, “I’m very grateful to have a family who supports my passions. Winning The Big Beauty Challenge will give me the opportunity to go back to cosplaying and support my family at the same time.” Katherine Catiis won the special People’s Choice Award and P20,000 in cash. She had the most number of Facebook likes and shares. Hajie Alejandro received P30,000 as first runner-up while Zjha

Summer Talent Camps: A venue for discovering, nurturing, and celebrating every child's gift

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May 11, 2018-- As parents, summertime is considered the perfect time for children to not only take a break from school work but also to engage in different activities to stay productive. As such, we are always on the lookout for summer workshops and talent camps, which can help our kids learn new skills and discover their talents. According to Dr. Tippy Tanchanco, a development-behavioral pediatrician, talent camps unlock many opportunities for kids to explore and learn on their own, which id important in discovering their true gifts. "Children give cues early on. They can be showing signs of what they're naturally inclined to in just a few months of age. It could be music, motor skills, or language," added Dr Tanchanco. "There is no particular age for it, but we need to look for signs that your child is developmentally ready." She noted that if we want to hone a child's athletic abilities, then we have to ensure that he or she is physically fit and

CELEBRATE #NATIONALSUPERMOMSDAY2018 AT SM SUPERMALLS

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Mothers Day is known to be the second most popular holiday for gift-gibing following Christmas as people continue to dedicate this occassion to express their love towards their mothers and mother figures worldwide. This year, yoi can make this celebration more specisl by bringinh mom to her favorite SM mall for a fun day of pampering and treats as SM Supermalls delights shoppers with 'National SuperMoms Day 2018' on May 13 with fun filled activitied, deals, and finds in 69 mall across the country. "SM has truly become one-stop destination for families to bond and create special memories together," said Jonjon San Agustin, SM Supermalls Senior Vice President for Marketing. "We want to making this year's National SuperMoms Day celebration at SM more memorable with awesome experiences and deals for all the strong, hardworking, and loving moms out there." From May 4 to 13, you can take mom on a date and let her indulge in SM's Treat Feast for

LG SHOWS HOW DAILY LIFE CAN BE EASIER AT INNOFEST ASIA 2018

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InnoFest has come home. After launching show-stopping events in South Africa and France, LG Electronics brought its annual InnoFest roadshow to Asia from April 23 to 25. Held at the new LG Science Park in Seoul, South Korea, InnoFest Asia 2018 welcomed over 250 representatives from LG, its distribution / retail partners and members of the media from all over the region. This year’s event, themed “An Invitation to the AI Home That Thinks of You,” introduced LG’s range of smart appliances equipped with LG’s SmartThinQ, the brand’s signature AI technology, and high-tech innovations aimed at making daily life easier and more convenient for the consumer. Guests were able to experience these products for themselves in a set-up designed to emulate a natural home environment. A mock living room, kitchen, and laundry room a displayed a variety of products embedded with AI technology and designed to seamlessly integrate into everyday life.  The mock kitchen highlighted LG’s latest 

AXA Philippines helps rehabilitate a community in Zambales

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Employees of leading global insurer AXA Philippines recently visited a community of indigenous peoples in San Felipe, Zambales to help rehabilitate the area by planting more than one thousand seedlings. With the help of MAD Travel, the volunteers also conducted art and reading activities with the youth of the Yangil tribe. In return, the volunteers were taught archery by the elders, which is their method of hunting for food. AXA Philippines, through its corporate social responsibility initiative AXA Hearts in Action, continuously participates in similar development activities to help empower communities to live better lives, as well as foster awareness of environmental protection and sustainability, and promote community interaction.

TechnoMarine Sea Beauty for fashionable moms

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This Mother’s day, give mom the perfect gift to highlight her unique fashion style. TechnoMarine offers timepieces with newdesigns that reflect mom’s strength and elegance. Crafted with the precision of Swiss-Ronda movement, TechnoMarine Sea Beauty women’s watch comes in a 32-mm case made of stainless steel. You can choose betweenthe Sea Beauty stylish rose gold and silver dial color; or the Sea Beauty in a chic yellow gold and silver dial color. Perfect for adventurous and fearless moms, the Sea Beauty timepiece can withstand water pressure up to 30m. Let mom’s fashion style shine this Mother’s Day with 30% discount on TechnoMarine’s Sea Beauty watchesand other featured collections from May 2 to 13, 2018. Visit TechnoMarine stores in Greenbelt 3, Robinson’s Galleria, Robinson’s Magnolia, Shangri-La Plaza, SM City Cebu, SM Lanang Premier Davao, SM Mall of Asia, SM Megamall, North Edsa, TriNoma, and Uptown Mall. For more information, visit www.technomarine.com or like and follow T

Have a taste of an Authentic Vietnamese Coffee only here at Highlands Coffee

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Last May 7, 2018,  the newest branch of Highlands Coffee opens and it is located at the Ground Floor of Double Dragon Plaza, EDSA Extension corner Macapagal Blvd., Pasay City. The ribbon cutting ceremony was attended by the owners,  Double Dragon Properties Executives, VIP guests,  Bloggers and Coffee lovers as well. Highlands Coffee offers not only Authentic Vietnamese Coffee but also a unique coffee experience once you visit any of their stores nationwide. Friendly staff,  Nice ambiance, Coffee choices whether hot or cold,  teas,  sandwiches and pastries are available in Highlands Coffee. Here are some food and drinks I have tasted. Phin Sua Da or simply Iced Coffee with Milk is a must try coffee.  Chocolate Freeze is very refreshing.  It has a chocolatey taste and there is a jelly that adds awesome flavor.  Banh Mi is a Vietnamese Sandwich,  choices are: Tuna,  Shredded Chicken,  Grilled Pork.  I like the Shredded Chicken because it is very flavorful. 

Seafoods overload here at Above Sea Level Restaurant

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  I love seafoods. A week ago, I can't hide my excitement that I'm going to taste the newest talk of the town which is the Butterfly Squid. At first, I'm so curious how it was made and so eager to taste it. For some seafoods lover out there often taste the usual squid dishes like Adobong Pusit, Fried Calamares and Grilled Squid but wait, Above Sea Level Restaurant offers extraordinary seafoods dishes. They are famous with their tagline "Home of the Giant Butterfly Squid" because they are the original and the very first to come up with the idea of making a squid to the next level. Above Sea Level menu is not all about sea foods, they also offer desserts, ramen and even sushi. The food is best share with your friends and loved ones.  Rest assured that all foods are fresh and the prices is affordable. Butterfly Squid This Butterfly Squid not only looks appetizing but the taste really superb. Crunchy outside and so tender inside. I lo

FitCon MNL | 5 2018 Slated for May at Green Sun Makati

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Last May 3, 2018, at the FitCon MNL 2018 Press Launch held at Kerry Sports.  The event was attended also by Mr. Chot Reyes,  President of TV5 who is also a media partner of FitCon MLA.  FitCon MNL, the premiere fitness and health convention in the Philippines, gears up for its second year. Slated for 18-20 May 2018 at Green Sun, Makati, FitCon MNL 2018 will be even bigger and better as it has partnered with 5, the number one sports channel in the Philippines. Fifteen industry experts from around the globe will be joining the convention to share their trade secrets through a series of interactive workshops and classes. Delegates will have the opportunity to learn about the latest in various topics including nutrition, sport science, the business of personal training, physique transformation, and workout programs for special populations. Also, the first time, an expo hall will be opened to the public—perfect not only for fitness and health enthusiasts, but also for anyone interest

Welch's Share What's Good

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Last April 28, 2018 I discovered the good and real about Welch's,  a leading brand of beverages.  Held at Ayala Malls the 30th, it was a fun day full of learning and activities.  Welch's is 100% Grape Juice made from Concord🍇that helps promote a healthy 💗. It has no sugar, no cholesterol and no preservative!  Mommy Blogger Louisa Mercado and Dr. Gia Sison talk about their Welch’s Experience! This drink is recommended by Mom and Doctors not only for the kids but for the whole family.  There is a food demo wherein the audience witness the easy to prepare healty dishes and coolers using Welch's.  They also got a chance to taste all of this.  And of course,  there is a free samples of Welch's drink.  I also tried to strike a pose in the photo booth.  Exciting prizes and raffles has been given away!  For more details,  check: Facebook: www.facebook.com/welchsph Instagram: @welchs_ph 

Touei Solutions Innovative Home

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In just a click away, you can now easily view and find your preferred property via SWOOP. Last March 21, 2018, SWOOP, a full-service real estate app for brokers, developers and homefinders, has teamed up with respected Japanese home builder - Touei Solutions for a broker and investor site viewing last March 21, 2018. It's a privilege to be part of this viewing because I finally saw a Japanese innovative and high-quality homes that I have only seen in TV or in a magazines. TOUEI Solutions brings Japan Quality Homes to the Philippines.  Our house is also our sanctuary. We are in peace if we are living in a safe and comfortable home. Good thing that TOUEI Solutions designed to fit the lifestyle of the modern Filipino family. It was planned and constructed with both visible and invisible value in mind – making sure to deliver not only a beautiful exterior appearance and interior design but also a reliable structure and flexible layout to ensure future value. T