2014-04-27 ~ Wazzup Pilipinas News and Events

Saturday, May 3, 2014

Slimmers World Miss Bikini Philippines Pageant 2014 Press Launch

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Slimmers World International, Asia’s leader in slimming, health, fitness and beauty, conducts the official introduction of the candidates for the title Miss Bikini Philippines 2014 in the official press launch last May 2, 2014, 11 a.m. at the Diamond Ballroom of the Diamond Hotel, Manila.

From hundreds of aspirants, the candidate list was rigorously screened to 30. Representing the best of the best, the candidates are vying for over 2 million worth of cash and prizes alongside the title and the chance to serve country as the Philippine ambassador for slimming, health, fitness, and beauty and represent the country in the international pageants.

For the following weeks, the 30 candidates will undergo a rigorous regimen, housed together and strictly supervised by certified Physical Therapists, Licensed Nutritionists and Dieticians of Slimmers World. From their fitness routines on to their meal plans and skin regimens, Slimmers World will make sure the candidates take to the stage at their peak form, their bikini body best.

Coronation Night will be held on May 13, 2014 at the Resorts World Manila. The competition will be hosted by Paolo Bediones and DJ Sheryll Crystal.

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One Fighting Championship (One FC), Asia’s largest Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) organization with a 90% market share, impressed the sold-out crowd in attendance at the state-of-the-art Mall of Asia (MOA) Arena with One FC: Rise of Heroes. Fans were treated to an unforgettable night of mixed martial arts action, culminating in a successful title defense of the One FC Bantamweight World Championship by Bibiano Fernandes. Filipino fans in attendance also had reason to cheer, as all five Filipino mixed martial artists won their respective bouts.

Bibiano Fernandes displayed both grappling and striking skills en route to his first successful title defense. The first round of the main event was fairly even. Fernandes managed to take Masakatsu Ueda down, but Ueda reversed the position and landed a knee before time expired. Bibiano Fernandes established his dominance in the second round. He landed more strikes and also succeeded with a takedown attempt. Fernandes found success in the third round as well, ending the round with a rear naked choke attempt. Fernandes’ world class grappling prowess shone through in the championship rounds as Ueda failed to find an answer to his takedowns. All three judges scored the bout in Fernandes’ favour.

Striking pugilists Eduard Folayang and Kotetsu Boku went to battle in the co-main event, but it was Folayang’s improved wrestling skills that swung the bout in his favor. Both parties were highly respectful of each other’s striking pedigree and were hesitant to strike in the opening exchanges. Folayang took Boku down with an empathic slam in the first round, and came close to finishing the bout with an armbar attempt before time ran out. Folayang’s improved grappling was on full display in the second round, as he took Boku down on several attempts as well as grazed Boku with a spinning wheel kick. After a wild third round where both fighters attacked valiantly in search of the knockout finish, Folayang emerged with his hands raised with a unanimous decision victory.

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There is an old time saying that has guided many of us all throughout the years: "Mothers know best." You will keep hearing it everywhere. There must be a valid reason why it has been very popular, and why many recognize it as a global truth. Our mothers do know what is best for us.

I would have to strongly agree with the statement. It has been proven so many times, with very little exceptions, that mothers do know what is right for all of us. Mothers seem to have that gut feeling to always feel what is truly appropriate for us. We owe our mothers what we are right now, and we could never have reached our current status in life if they were not there to guide us through the better path.

To recognize the very special woman in our life, Solaire has thought of one of the best pampering for our dear mothers in celebration of Mother's Day. From the special discounted rates in the ultimate family staycation to the exquisite set menus in their fine dining establishments, they’ve made sure that this will be one unforgettable Mother’s Day.

Bring the entire family this ‘Mother’s Day weekend’ and stay in one of their luxurious suites with discounted rates. Under the Summer Family Getaway packages, their rooms go as low as PhP6,000++ for Deluxe Room Cityview and PhP7,000++ for the Deluxe Room Bayview. The special rates are also available in Grand Deluxe Cityview (PhP8,000++), Grand Deluxe Bayview (PhP9,000++) and 2-Bay Suite (PhP12,000).

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Creating a brand new retail channel to enhance the shopping experience of Apple customers in the Philippines, Power Mac Center has inaugurated its newest location at SM Aura Premier. Located in an upscale mall at the heart of Taguig City, Power Mac Center SM Aura Premier is the company’s 19th retail store nationwide and the second to open this 2014.

Power Mac Center SM Aura Premier provides swift and convenient access to a wide range of Apple products and premium third party accessories to customers in the locale. An Apple Authorized Service Provider, the newly opened store boasts of a Service Center which caters to all service and repair needs of Mac computers and iOS devices.

Moreover, Power Mac Center SM Aura Premier is well-appointed with a Training Center that offers an array of courses and training programs, reflecting the company’s commitment to provide Apple products and solutions to satisfy the evolving electronic needs of the Filipino consumer.

“The opening of Power Mac Center in SM Aura Premier is a fitting testament to the company’s continued and accelerated efforts to reach out to our valued clients. Our new store heralds another company milestone as Power Mac Center commemorates this year its 20th anniversary in the business of providing a complete Apple experience,” said Power Mac Center Marketing Director Joey Alvarez.

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Every artist have dreams to pursue, but it is how one conquers those dreams that make a difference. Over the last couple of months,Al Gatmaitan, one of the country’s topnotch tenors was quietly working on a dream project to further hone his craft as a theater actor.

Embarking on a major decision to widen Al Gatmaitan’s horizons, and to further advance his studies, he passed a rigorous audition process and was selected to be part of the New York University Steinhardt School for Music and Performing Arts Professions this coming June.

But before he takes a bite of the Big Apple, catch Al Gatmaitan: In Pursuit of a Dream – a special fund raising concert presented by The Philippine Opera Company and Grupo Reposo, in collaboration with LRI Design Plaza set on May 14 and 23, 2014. With Karl Estudillo, collaborative pianist, directed by Will Fredo.

The concert on May 14, 2014 (7:30 p.m.), will be at The Opera Haus located at 3657 Bautista Street, Brgy. Palanan, Makati. Special guest artists include: TV, film and stage actress Ms. Ayen Munji-Laurel, Sopranos Karla Gutierrez, Gabri Panlilio, and Janine Santos; Tenor Nazer Salcedo, Baritone Lawrence Jatayna and Mezzo Soprano Clarissa Ocampo.

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Just recently, Spotify has rolled out some exciting changes to their Android users.

First off, Spotify is introducing their new darker theme, refreshed typography and rounded iconography. Playing your favorite music has never looked so good.

Spotify is not only improving their look though. Spotify knows how much their users love playlists, but that they have been looking for more ways of managing their music. So over the past weeks, they have rolled out Your Music: helping users save, organize and browse their favorite music the way they want to.

They are also improving their Browse feature, delivering even more relevant and localized content. So regardless of whether Spotify users are looking for something to fall asleep to, or the perfect playlist to get them geared up for their big night out, finding the right music for every moment is easier than ever.

Aliwan Fiesta 2014: The Mother of All Fiestas

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The word "aliwan" is a Tagalog word that means "entertainment" or "amusement." The Aliwan Fiesta is a celebration of life, culture, unity and festivities. Each province showcased their cultural diversity as they compete in dance parade, float competitions, as well as in a beauty pageant. True enough every year, everyone continues to be amazed of the sights and sounds of this spectacular and colorful event. Let us all show to the world the richness of the different Filipino cultures and heritage and be proud of it! The annual event is organized by the Manila Broadcasting Company (MBC) together with the Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) and the cities of Manila and Pasay in cooperation with the Department of Tourism (DOT).

The Cebu Sinulog Festival represented by Lumad Basakanon of Cebu City won as the best among the contingents who joined the Aliwan Fiesta 2014. They won as Best in Costume, Best in Music and as the Streetdance Grand Champion. The First Runner Up went to the Meguyaya Festival, Upi Maguindanao. The 2nd Runner Up went to Tnalak Festival represented by Municipality of Santo Niño South Cotabato. Laoag City's Pamulinawen Festival brought home the 3rd place.

The Pride of Place Best in Folkloric Choreography winner was Adivay Festival of Kabayan Benguet. The Reyna ng Aliwan Fiesta 2014 was won by Steffi Rose Pearson Aberasturri representing Cebu Sinulog Festival.

The Philippine Top Choice Awards for Excellence 2014

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Good businesses ensure their energy is focused on giving exceptional service.They seek out and develop talented, free-thinking people with the imagination and initiative to make a difference. They organize themselves to operate in ways to bring out the best team to do the job in hand and the one needed tomorrow. Their systems work to support their people, not the other way around.

They encourage involvement at all levels of the business so that clients and customers are impressed at the commitment regardless of which employees answer the phone or opens the door to them. Great businesses go further, they look to provide the products and services others want to buy in a sustainable way. They use profit not just to pay themselves and employ their staff but to invest in the future. It is this level of achievement that awards like the Philippine Top Choice Awards for Excellence are set out to acknowledge and reward.

Wazzup Pilipinas is proud to be the recipient of the Top Filipino Community Blog Site award from the Philippine Top Choice Awards for Excellence. It is with great appreciation to be recognized for the fourth time as an entity that excels in its field. We will receive this recognition with great pride and a promise to continue to elevate our standards for the welfare of our readers, partners and sponsors.

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Can you finish 5K in 25.5 minutes? Run with us on May 18 and see if you can!

The Organisasyon ng Pilipinong Mangaawit (OPM) - the leading and most respected organization of Filipino professional singers in the country, in partnership with the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA), is holding a campaign run dubbed as Mission: EO 255 for the stricter implementation of Executive Order 255.

This will be held on 18 May 2014 at the G-Strip in Greenhills, San Juan. The race will kick off at 5AM.

The event aims to raise awareness of and encourage the radio stations’ full adherence to the above-mentioned Executive Order, issued by former Pres. Corazon Aquino in 1987, requiring all radio stations with musical format programs to broadcast a minimum of four (4) original Pilipino musical compositions in every clock hour.

“OPM aims to ensure the growth of the local music industry; thus, it is very important that all radio stations implement EO 255,” said OPM President Ogie Alcasid. Furthermore, “Not only are we launching the campaign to remind radio stations – and a big thank you to those who do implement EO 255 – but also to let the public know that they can expect a minimum of four OPM songs to be played per hour on all radio channels so as to make the implementation of EO 255 participative.”

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My grandfather was a "sabungero" or "mananabong" (cockfighter). I remember him visiting our home so early in the morning to bring us some "puto" (rice cakes) from the "palengke" (public market) before proceeding to the cockpit which was just one ride away from our home. His routine would be to pass first by the public market near their home (one city away) to buy those rice cakes for us, then head on over to our home to drop off the treats. I was still in grade school but I remember him vividly well because my parents would always wake us up when he arrives. He will not join us for breakfast and will only have coffee before he leaves for the cockpit. I can still remember the rooster or cock which he carries around inside a box filled with holes and has a handle for convenience in carrying.

I was still too young to realize he was into cockfighting. During those days I thought it was just one of his pets. We had our own share of pets during my younger years. We had rabbits, ducks, dogs, turtles, chickens, and lots of birds of different kinds that made our home look like a mini-zoo. It never occurred to me that you can train animals to fight each other. All I've personally seen close to it during those days was spider fighting among my friends. My playmates would capture and force spiders to fight atop a stick. We would hunt for spiders at nearby areas where lots of trees used to exist, and put them inside matchbox cages. There was indeed a lot of thrill and excitement to see those little creatures fight each other. I can imagine right now what it feels like when cockfighters do the same with their cocks.

Cockfighting is a blood sport in which two cocks bred for aggressiveness are encouraged to fight to the death. It happens in many neighborhoods especially in the provinces around the country. It is however considered illegal and a felony in many other countries. The chickens are pumped up with stimulants and have sharp razor blades or ice-pick-like gaffes affixed to their legs. They hack each other to death at the cockpit ring to the amazement of the spectators. Punctured bodies, gouged eyes, and other grievous wounds are part-and-parcel of cockfighting. It is a way of gambling in the Philippines but it is also seen as a national sport where both the rich and poor gather and witness some kind of extreme confrontation between fighting birds.

Dare You - Reason to Prank by HighSNR Updated on the Google Play Store!

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An independent game app developer based in Herzliya, Israel has just released an update to their first Android app which is available for free on the Google Play Store. Their game app, which was just released earlier this month, is a social real life mission game where users must accomplish over 300 unique dares and compete with Pranksters around the world. Users can submit their prank videos to the app based on the mission suggested by other users, get scored and level up. It is also great for bets (loser has to do a dare) for drinking games, and for people who don't want to do dares but want to enjoy funny videos. Imagine an app that motivates you to Prank, Dare, Humiliate, get Wild and most importantly - have lots of FUN!

HighSNR, an independent Android development team that consists of four people from different background from engineering, design, and programming, just released their first app on the Google Play Store called Dare You - Reason to Prank. The unique app is a social real life mission game that allows user to connect with other Pranksters around the world, challenge and be challenged, do some crazy stuff, creatively prank others and most of all, to have a tons of fun.

With Dare You, user can submit their own prank video based on the mission suggested by other user, get score, level up and compete with others. User can also suggest challenging dares, rate each accomplished mission submitted by other, and share the videos for everyone to laugh at. This app challenges user to be creative to dig all the crazy sense of humor, let people get away from day-to-day boredom by creatively providing a deliciously cruel entertainment that will make people laugh for hours.

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Managing proper Facebook privacy and security setting can be sometimes complicated.

This is why Kaspersky Lab, a leading secure developer of secure content and threat management solutions, came up with tutorial videos to guide Facebook users on how to protect their privacy including their future posts.

These videos might be helpful especially for Facebook users who don't have time to check and customize their account privacy settings.

Kaspersky shares a two-part video tutorial series where it explore Facebook’s various privacy and security settings in 10 minutes or less.

The first part tackles the security features offered by the world’s largest social network, explaining what each of the features does and offering advice on how to securely configure your Facebook profile.

While the second part of the tutorial series focuses primarily on how the users can use Facebook in as private a manner as possible. The video also explains what each of the features does and gives advice on how to configure your Facebook profile in a way that promotes privacy.

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Almost everything is now accessible online. With the popularity of smartphones proliferating all over the country, it seems everyone is expecting primary services to be easily available to them using their mobile phones via their Internet connection. That is why most companies, especially the commercial and corporate institutions, are now embracing ideas to make their services accessible online.

The most downloaded finance app in the country has now become even more accessible because of the partnership of Globe Telecom with the Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI).

Starting April 30 until August 31, 2014, Globe subscribers will now enjoy having no data charges whenever they log on and transact using the BPI Express Mobile app.

Formally launched today at the Holiday Inn Suites of Makati is the announcement of free access to the BPI Express Mobile app for Globe Telecom’s over 38 million prepaid, postpaid and TM subscribers.

I would have to agree when it said at their press release that "the BPI Express Mobile app is doing very well and has consistently been the number one downloaded finance app in the country" since its relaunch last June 2013.

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Now this is another great news we wish to share with all of you that we believe will help alleviate the Filipino music industry by providing another accessible platform where we could easily better appreciate proudly Pinoy made music.

Our favorite content provider,Yahoo, is focused on making the world's daily habits inspiring and entertaining. Every day, it provides its users engaging, real, and customized content for an overall memorable experience. This week, Yahoo turns the spotlight on Filipino musicians by providing them with a platform to present their work to a wider audience.

Yahoo Philippines collaborates with the Filipino Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers, Inc. (FILSCAP), to feature original Filipino music, videos and songs through a dedicated channel on their site (http://ph.celebrity.yahoo.com/music).

At the photo above are Yahoo Philippines' Country Manager and Country Editor Kate Delos Reyes with FILSCAP President Noel Cabangon, Yahoo Philippines Business Development Manager Darwin Jacquez (far left) and FILSCAPGeneral Manager Atty. Mark Thursday P. Alciso (far right).

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Thank you to all the Earthday Jammers, organizers, participating artists and bands, Earth-friendly organizations, sponsors, and of course the attendees, composed of a majority of fun-loving youth, for a successful Earthday Jam 2014.

The Bonifacio Global City (BGC) literally went wild with the music of popular and emerging bands like Itchyworms, Gracenote, Gloc 9, Abra, Brownman Revival, Brat Pack and a lot of other artists, all willing and ready to help spread awareness of Earthday, made the night of April 25, 2014 another remarkable entry in the history books.

Of course, we owe it all to the efforts of Earthday Jam Foundation head Lou Bonnevie who also rocked the stage at the 9th Ave.Cor. 34th Street of Bonifacio Global City Taguig. She has never lost her youthful energy to continue to amaze the crowd with her stunning performance.

Everyone was treated to a free concert not just to promote the artists but primarily to imbed conscious awareness to the general public on the importance of environmental preservation. The group behind Earthday Jam Foundation has produced various environmental projects since the year 2000 and among them is Earthday Jam that has already ran for 12 years in celebration of the worldwide Earthday commemoration.

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Another banking first is here. We are happy to share that our access to the BPI Express Mobile banking app is now FREE for all Globe and TM subscribers.

With the BPI Express Mobile banking App, you can bank with your cellphone, wherever you are, whenever you want! Get unequaled banking flexibility and experience banking freedom whenever you're on-the-go.

BPI positions itself as the Philippine’s first bank to offer access to their mobile banking application with no data charges for all Globe and TM subscribers. This offer, powered by Globe's robust mobile data network, was envisioned to help people get wiser with their money using their smartphones; a device that has become indispensable in their everyday lives.

Banking has never been easier and more accessible with the BPI Express Mobile banking app. BPI clients can pay their bills, transfer money to other BPI clients, invest, and even reload their prepaid account, all through their mobile phones. All these services can be accessed by Globe and TM subscribers for free - at no cost to their prepaid load or postpaid bill.

One FC Presents Ana Julaton Open Workout

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ONE Fighting Championship welcomed boxing world champion Ana Julaton into Asia’s largest mixed martial arts organization today with an open workout in Manila, The Philippines. Julaton demonstrated to the media in attendance her trademark boxing skills that earned her the nickname ‘The Hurricane’, as well as her newly acquired grappling skills.

ONE FC: RISE OF HEROES on May 2, 2014, is set to be the largest mixed martial arts event ever witnessed in the history of the Philippines. Held at the 20,000-capacity Mall of Asia Arena in Manila, the event promises a stacked fight card featuring the explosive battle for the ONE FC Bantamweight World Championship title belt in the Main Event.

After conquering the boxing world, Ana Julaton will now make her mixed martial arts debut this Friday in a highly anticipated bout against Middle Eastern kickboxing champion, Aya Saeid Saber. Julaton is the first Filipino American boxer to win the Women's WBO Super Bantamweight and IBA Super Bantamweight titles. ONE FC: RISE OF HEROES will mark the first time she competes in the Philippines. She excitedly stated, "Aya Saber is an experienced MMA warrior and champion in kickboxing. I know she will bring her very best on May 2nd. I'm training for my ONE FC homecoming fight in Manila harder than ever before and what gives me strength through my ups and downs are the hearts of my Kababayon all over.”

Millions of MMA fans around the world have also been eagerly anticipating this moment when the ONE FC Bantamweight Grand Prix winner, Masakatsu Ueda, will rise up to challenge the reigning and defending world champion Bibiano Fernandes for the honor of being crowned the ONE FC Bantamweight World Champion.

Aliwan Fiesta 2014: Philippines' Grand Festival of Champions

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Dubbed this year as the Philippines’ Grand Festival of Champions, Aliwan Fiesta gathered once again some of the best festivities in the country showcasing the unique culture, colours and creativity of the regions.

This vibrant 3-day event, organized by the Manila Broadcasting Company and now on its 12th year, is a grand competition among the municipalities that vie for prestige and top prize in each of the three categories: the cultural street dance, the float parade, and a beauty contest titled as Reyna ng Aliwan.

Delegates proudly parade their respective larger-than-life float, enchanting muse, and folk dance interpretation of their festival starting from Quirino Grandstand to Aliw Theater.

A total of 14 street dance groups, including the Hall of Famer Sinulog Festival of Cebu, and 17 municipal floats painted the Roxas Blvd a festive hue.

A number of marching bands also graced the event. For years, the Festival of Festivals is giving away top cash prizes. This year, PhP 1,000,000 has to be given away for the Grand Champion in the cultural streetdance and PhP 500,000 for the Best Festival Float.

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Rambla recently hosted an aged cocktail tasting for select members of the press. Luckily, Wazzup Pilipinas was one of those few and we were in for a night of fun, cocktails, and learning. They flew in world renowned Italian bartender Giancarlo Mancino, the creator of Mancino Vermouth.

Upon arriving, we were served the Early Grey Gin Tonic which is actually tanqueray gin infused with early grey loose tea, fever tree, lemongrass, and tonic water. I loved that the tea and the lemongrass really popped out, putting me under the illusion that I was drinking something non alcoholic. I also loved the presentation because it was quite feminine and not daunting at all as most gin and tonic seem to appear.

After some chit chat and photoshoot, we were finally led upstairs where we were made to experience what an aged cocktail truly is about. To start off, we had the Aged Negroni. This was made with 1 bottle of classic gin, London # 1. Added to the mix were 2 bottles of Mancino Vermouth and 1 bottle of Campari. Now with the ageing process, a few important things to remember is that when you set the drink in its barrel, you are not supposed to move it around for at least a month.

International Micro Village: Authorized Distributor of Double-Take Products in Philippines

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A tech launch of a new product line by International Micro Village, Inc. (IMVI) was held at Society Lounge of Atrium Makati last April 25, 2014 and featured the unveiling of Double-Take by Vision Solution.This new technology being offered boasts of affordable high availability, reliable disaster recovery and a migration with near-zero downtime.

Now that's great news for all systems administrators and IT managers out there who can't afford to down their servers and systems because the production will suffer a great deal. As a systems administrator by profession, our stakeholders will kill us (to exaggerate) if we keep them offline for so long.

If the products is what it says to be then its definitely a blessing to have to keep our users happy while we work at the background seamlessly without them ever noticing the downtime. This equates to happy individuals going about their work with very little worries.

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Get ready to laugh like you’ve never laughed before.

Witness a new brand of stand-up comedy in the Philippines.

This May 9, 2014, the UP Junior Marketing Assocation, together with Comedy Manila, brings you UNITED COLORS OF COMEDY, happening from 8 to 11pm at the Bahay ng Alumni in UP Diliman. Experience a different shade of laughter with acts from Eri Neeman, Victor Anastacio, Gb Labrador, Red Ollero, Alex Calleja and Ryan Sarita from Comedy Manila

It’s gonna be a night full of good vibes, good music, and free-flowing beer with a special dance performance from the dance troupe Legit Status.

For more details, visit: https://www.facebook.com/officialUPJMA

For ticket purchases, contact: Deric Siquian at 09178080512

Mark Your Calendars for Superstyle MNL 2: Auto Kickstart Edition on May 2 to 4

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We would just like to remind you to ark your calendars and get ready to join the SuperstyleMNL 2: Summer Bazaar Series on May 2-4 (2 pm to 10 pm) at Metrotent, Metrowalk, Ortigas Pasig.

Superstyle MNL 2: Auto Kickstart Edition Summer Bazaar Series is an event that will take you and your family to another level of shopping with your favorite brands at affordable prices while enjoying all the lifestyle and entertainment that our event has to offer.

Bring your family together and celebrate as Fashion and Cars Collide in this 3-day fun event! Shop 'til you drop and get discounts from your favorite brands and merchandises. It's gonna be full of surprises and raffles to be given away courtesy of their generous sponsors.

You can also catch your trendiest Style Bloggers LIVE! Meet and Greet them as they showcase their lovable items on the event.

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She definitely doesn't deserve carrying a briefcase all her life. She deserves more than pose with other girls all carrying briefcases with numbers. Maybe flaunt her amazing body so men can ravish and ogle at her oh so hot body that's now all wet just for you. Summer sis sizzling wet with Chloe Dauden!

She was one of the 26K Briefcase Girls of Kapamilya Deal or No Deal before, and now she graces the cover of FHM Philippines May 2014 issue.

If you'll look closely at her face, it's like she's a mix of Marian Rivera and Andi Eigenmann features.

The magazine also talks about Porn Sex versus Real Sex, studies about the New Gentleman, an article about Raffy Tulfo, how to properly indulge on your vices, how to boost your happiness, and the experience of riding the new Honda Accord. It also discusses their Mt. Pulag climb, how to beat the Heartbleed bug, and how to get rid of an army of bacon briefs.

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In case it doesn’t reach your knowledge yet, there is a new lifestyle hub that rose in the heart of metro.

Spare some of your leisure and free time hanging out in the newly opened The Ambassadors Classic Barber shop and TattooCo. around Kamuning Road, Quezon City.

The shop is a perfect place to unwind and relax as it doesn't just offer haircut and tattoo services but also scalp massage and half body massage.

The shop is also vintage-styled as according to the owners, it was the trending design of barber shops in the old times of United States and it also still even practice by the contemporary hair cut hubs in the said country.

There could be a lot of things that could be your interest as you try to go in the shop. So without any ado, let us tour you to the first and only barbershop with tattoo services that could be served as a lifestyle hub in the Philippines.

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Carmela: Ang Pinakamagandang Babae Sa Mundong Ibabaw is a GMA TV series about a very beautiful woman who had gone through a lot in her life. The show first aired last January 27, 2014. Bea Binene will be appearing for a very special role on April 28 Monday episode.

As Kapuso Artist, Bea Binene has played the role of Erika on Pepito Manaloto and she is a regular performer on Sunday All Stars. She is also a proud BUM Equipment endorser.

During Holy Week, she visited churches in Bulacan, La Union and Baler which she has been doing every year. Despite her fame now and busy schedule, she always did her best to practice her faith.

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With society’s growing concern about climate change, adapting a green lifestyle has been a growing trend over the years. In honor of Earth Month, the green movement has become more pronounced than ever, as more and more homeowners prefer products – from fashion to furniture – that are both environment-friendly and aesthetically pleasant.

For those who want to go organic but don’t know where to start, a leading manufacturing company offers a simple solution – put your environmental card on the table.

To celebrate Earth Month, CDC Manufacturing Corporation has recently unveiled an affordable “green” concept in tableware for the modern home under its Melawares line, dubbed as the “Bambooware” collection. Mirroring the company’s philosophy of reducing carbon footprint in their products, this new line boasts of a complete range of tableware products, and uses actual bamboo fibers from this wonder plant that belongs to the “grass” family, plus other organic compounds to make it 100% biodegradable.

“Nowadays, being environmentally conscious has become a passionate pursuit for many. However, a lot of people still have the incorrect notion that using sustainable materials mean difficult, boring and even pricey. Our new collection proves that saving the planet can be as simple as changing what you use in your everyday life with affordable yet stylish products,” explains CDC Manufacturing Corporation’s Marketing Manager, Chriselda Chua.

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Conveniently located along the exclusively appointed neighborhood of Wack Wack Road, this gives you instant access to Makati CBD, Ortigas CBD, Fort Global City, Pasig City, Mandaluyong City, Greenhills - San Juan and Quezon City in just a few minutes.

Every important destination from places of business, recreation, utilities and education are just right at your very doorstep. Nothing beats the practicality of this location.

The Address at Wack Wack offers distinctions on many aspects. Aesthetics wise, it showcases a modern inspired architecture rendered in a fusion of earth, glass and metal. It will be an impeccable edifice on a statement address along the Wack Wack Community.

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Some of our fellow Filipino mixed martial arts (MMA) fighters are all gearing up and getting ready to battle it out against equally outstanding foreign champions at the most explosive fight event of the year - One Fighting Championship: Rise of Heroes!

Four Filipinos and one Fil-Am will will figure in five of the 10 explosive fight cards to be beamed around the world to more than 500 million viewers by partner channels of ONE FC, considered the biggest MMA organization in Asia. This huge fight event will have Filipino MMA fans cheering out loud for them when they compete for cage honors at the Mall of Asia (MOA) Arena on May 2 starting at 7 pm.

Now not to be biased against the 15 foreign fighters who are all considered spectacular fighters, they will definitely add excitement to surely amaze all fans who are coming in to see heart-pounding action in the cage. The foreigners are led by Brazilian bantamweight champion Bibiano Fernandes, who will be staking his title against Japanese Masakatsu Ueda.

Meanwhile, Team Lakay's Eduard Folayang, will banner the Filipino fighters. Folayang is expected to have a tough fight for lightweight honors against Japanese knockout artist Kotetsu Boku in the co-main event.

myKaffe Bakeshop: Your One Stop Sweet Shop in Caloocan

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What would you expect from a bakeshop located in a neighborhood that's only easily accessible to the residents and other business establishments nearby? We went there by taxi but one of our blogger friends had to commute because he had to go there on his own for missing our ride due to a faulty Internet connection (you know who's at fault). It's infront of a very popular 24 hour convenience store so you won't miss it.

Anyway, you'll be surprised of what we discovered almost hidden somewhere at Caloocan! Though at first you won't be impressed because there's not much eye-candy to see, I was very hopeful my viewpoint will change the moment they serve the food. Whoa! my hunch was correct! When they served the cute little Brazo de Mercedes cupcake, I was like ... "Wow!"

The beautifully whipped meringue frosting with the yellow-orange filling in the middle made the cupcake enticing. Though I was not too impressed with the taste, maybe because I was used to eating a long-time family favorite from another bakeshop, it was my first time to see one served as a cupcake. The great thing about myKaffe Bakeshop is that the hands-on owner can easily adjust her creations based on customer feedback. We've learned that she has a large kitchen filled with all the essentials to please a professional pastry chef. Now I am really envious!

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Together with German curator Volker Albus—who previously curated the travelling exhibit Somewhat Different: Contemporary Design and the Power of Convention at Yuchengco Museum in 2012—IFA (Institut für Auslandsbeziehungen e.V.) presents New Olds: Design between Tradition and Innovation. Featuring 60 objects that explore the relationship between tradition and innovation in contemporary design, New Olds will be on view from May 9 to June 6, 2014 at Yuchengco Museum.

New Olds looks into how contemporary designers work with traditional elements, whether it is style, material, or craft. The show also explores the themes of material, construction, configuration, production, and traditional use. 45 designers and design teams from Germany, other European countries, and the US enter into an intensive dialogue at the exhibit.

Design has a short and highly successful history in the West. It quickly became a key feature of a collective understanding of culture, and is correspondingly appreciated and communicated. Today, design is gaining significance, and not just as a profession. Many of the design pieces that are being sold as fresh and innovative are actually derived from history, culture, and tradition, representing a new way of interpreting old forms. This exhibition looks at aspects of the “new” and the “old” in a range of objects and groups of objects, discusses differences and new combinations, presents trends in recycling and redesign, and looks at the transformation of design classics and traditional ways of using new materials.

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After bagging numerous international crowns these past years, there is no doubt that the Filipina beauty is one of the most captivating in the world. This year, one of the biggest national pageants happening in the country today, is in search for young, lovely and talented Filipina who would want to be the next beauty queen. Miss Tourism World Philippines will soon be held in SM Mall of Asia Arena this June 2014.

Miss Tourism World Philippines will be the first in the history of Philippine pageantry and in the rest of the world to give away 10 International Titles and an opportunity for its candidates to go abroad all expenses paid and compete on international beauty pageants representing the Philippines. Join and grab one of the 10 crowns and 10 major titles, aside from the Miss Tourism World International.

But what sets this contest apart is that Miss Tourism World Philippines 2014 is perhaps the first of its kind where winners will each be involved in actually performing socio, civic, economic and humanitarian activities in their hometowns. At the same time, winners have the opportunity to help promote tourism as Ambassadresses of Goodwill in their respective provinces/cities/municipalities.