17th Head Graphene XT Junior Tennis Satellite Circuit

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In an effort to discover the country's next big local tennis sensations, Globe Telecom is partnering with Head Philippines to bring you the 17th Head Graphene XT Junior Tennis Satellite Circuit which will feature tennis tournaments for young Filipino tennis players at 17 key cities nationwide starting March 10 until June 7.

Present at the press conference held last February 18, 2015 at Contis Bakeshop and Restaurant are Globe Telecom VP for Cluster Sales Albert Tinio, Head Philippines/Dynamics Sports Corporation Managing Director Liza Tang-Yuquico, and Philippine Tennis Association (PHILTA) Representative Chris Cuarto.

Albert Tinio said Globe Telecom participates in major sports activities as sponsor to help manifest their desire to create a wonderful world for Filipinos. They have supported many sports programs and events such as the 'Football Para Sa Bayan' advocacy so they also believe they can make a difference
to budding tennis players who have the innate talent, spirit and passion to make it big in the tennis circuits both local and international.

1st Philippine Healthcare Social Media Summit: Synegies in Social Media and Healthcare

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All my flight are packed, I'm ready to go ..... to Cebu for the weekend!

Got an invitation to attend the very first social media summit on healthcare. Quite surprised it will be held in Cebu, so I needed to book a flight a day before since it's a whole day event to be held at the Radisson Blue Hotel located at Serging Osmena Boulevard corner Juan Luna Avenue in Cebu City. This means I should be there by February 20 and return back to Manila either on the night immediately after the event or the next day February 22. I chose the latter so I could roam around Cebu for a few hours. It's not everyday you get the chance to visit Cebu.

On February 21, healthcare will ultimately connect to the rest of the digital world through the 1st Philippine Healthcare Social Media Summit in Cebu City, Philippines. In this event, we will be celebrating “Synergies in Social Media and Healthcare.”

With the theme “Synergies in Social Media and Healthcare” in mind, the aim is to bring healthcare professionals, academe, healthcare industry, patients and advocates together to discuss the role of social media in healthcare. At the summit, the Social Media and Medical Professionalism: A Manifesto from #HealthXPH will also be released.

For more information, visit them here.

Fly With Flickr at the 19th Philippine International Hot Air Balloon Fiesta

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With 1 Terabytes of storage, what would make you hesitate to post as much photos as possible? I don't really think a lifetime would be enough to fill up that storage with wonderful photos taken using Yahoo's Flickr. Unless you're a real hardcore photo-sharing addict, that huge free storage may take you a span of several mobile phone models before you are able to fill that up, and maybe by that time, Flickr will be upgraded to increase its storage capacity again.

Though I'm a bit jealous of iPhone users since they have certain capabilities not available for Android phone users, I still believe taking amazing photos still depends on the owner's artistic inclination. If you have that keen eye for creative shots, it takes very little need for photo-editing software to improve your captured images.

However, photography takes on a new level as ordinary individuals may be able to produce enhanced photos using a suite of sophisticated editing tools available in Flickr. There are filters, vignettes, auto-enhance, color balance, levels and exposure that gives you full control over your photos all the time.

This is why Yahoo Philippines invited us for a road trip to Clark Field, Pampanga be able to use Flickr at the opening day of the 19th Philippine International Hot Air Balloon Fiesta last February 12, 2015.

Select members of the media, including your Pambansang Blogger ng Pilipinas, went on our way to Pampanga to witness the first day of the "Weekend of Everything that Flies."

DOT Awards Philippines' Tourism Stars

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The Department of Tourism (DOT) recently honored the first batch of individuals who have exemplified excellence and dedication in driving the Philippine tourism industry forward, under the Tourism Star Philippines (TSP) program.

TSP is a recognition program developed to celebrate the valuable contribution of Filipinos from the tourism industry, media, and local government units. Through TSP, DOT seeks to underscore the distinct Filipino brand of warm hospitality that marks our culture of tourism.

“TSP is established as a platform for the DOT to hold up people who will serve as powerful inspiration for anyone who wants to do well in the tourism industry,” DOT Secretary Ramon Jimenez, Jr. said. “That we are able to honor our awardees tonight is incidental to the even more important objective of presenting them as an inspiration for many more tourism supporters. This first ever TSP Awards is itself inspired by the overwhelming enthusiasm of the Filipino people for building a more dynamic, more inclusive tourism industry for our country,” he said.

The very first roster of Tourism Stars include Gerry Bie Dalimag and Bobby Adrao for the Individual Category; Drew Arellano of Biyahe ni Drew in GMA-7 and Anton Diaz of Our Awesome Planet for the Media Category; and Governor Joey Salceda of Albay for the Local Chief Executive (LCE) Category.

The above photo shows Tourism Star Philippines awardees and DOT officers. (L-R) DOT Assistant Secretary Art Boncata, DOT Undersecretary Maria Victoria V. Jasmin, DOT Secretary Ramon Jimenez, Jr., Tourism Star Philippines winner for Individual Category Bobby Adrao, Tourism Star Philippines winner for Local Chief Executive Category Gov. Joey Salceda, Marcus and Luisa Calo-Medina, children of Ms. Susan Calo-Medina accepting the special recognition for their mother, Tourism Star Philippines winner for Media Category Anton Diaz, Tourism Star Philippines winner for Media Category Drew Arellano, and Tourism Star Philippines winner for Individual Category Andoy Dalimag. 

Epson Launches “Free Cloudfone” Projector Promo

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Epson, the undisputed global leader in projectors for the past 13 consecutive years, is offering a free CloudFone ICE 402E for every purchase of an Epson EB-X03 projector.

Epson customers who will buy an Epson EB-X03 from February 8 to March 9 will receive a free Android Kitkat CloudFone ICE 402E. The CloudFone ICE has a 4-inch WVGA IPS LCD display, and a dual sim/dual standby capability.

Epson launched the EB-X03 for customers who are looking for an entry-level projector but unwilling to compromise on performance. Priced at par with competitor models but featuring a high 1024x768 XGA resolution and 3x brighter colors compared to 1-chip projectors, the EB-X03 is designed to give better value to customers.

“The ‘FREE CLOUDFONE’ promo is for customers who insist on high standards and low costs,” said Lyn Lizarondo, Epson Philippines Product Manager for Visual Instruments. We are even adding a free phone as a bonus,” she added.

Torque's Scratch and Win Promo

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This Season of Love, Torque will be showing lots of Love! The Torque’s Scratch and Win Promo 2015!

Mechanics on how to join:

• Promo is until March 31, 2015 at all participating torque stores nationwide.
• For every p988 single or accumulated purchase of torque products, customer is entitled to get 1 (one) scratch card.

How to claim your prizes:

For megamanila:
6/f Kingscourt Bldg.2, Don Chino Roces Ave., Makati City

For outside manila:

Prizes will be delivered at the store where purchase was made.

Redemption period: all prizes must be redeemed within 60 days after the announcement of winners.

Prizes are non-convertible to cash.

Ice Age: Keeping Afloat Among the Avalanche of Brands

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From all the thousands brand in our nation and also in our world, are you even curious on how these BRANDS maintain their position in the market? Moreover, what are their strategies that these new and upcoming brands use to compete in the market against these top brands?

This 26th of February 2015 join us to answer these questions and learn more about brands at Bulwagang Balagtas, NALRC Building, Polytechnic University of the Philippines, Sta. Mesa Manila from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Don't let this chance melt because this is one day event only! So together lets all uncover the mysteries of brands as Iceberg Productions presents you ICE AGE: Keeping Afloat Among the Avalanche of Brands!

For more details and updates kindly visit us at https://www.facebook.com/icebergprodpup

Transcendence: The Domination of Digital Marketing

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“See with a different eye, visualize with a colourful mind, and manifest your thoughts with the energy within you”.

Celebrate this event on February 23, 2015, 11am to 4pm at SM City Sta. Mesa as they bring you beyond and explore the supremacy in the integration of Digital Marketing, learn new strategies from the calibre speakers from the industry and transform them into boundless ideas.

This event is co-presented by: CD-worx, Flawless, Universal Robina Corporation, X.O., Nestle.

In partnership with Belle de Jour power planner, Walter Bread.

Also brought to you by: GSM Blue Flavors, GSM Blue, Ulalam, and Swish.

Special thanks to: Relans and SM Cinema

WazzupPilipinas.com is a proud online media partner.

For tickets Reservation, call or text Jay Mark Balignasay, 09179678037.

Delicious Diet: Healthy, Balanced and Convenient Meals from Monday to Friday (February 9 to 13)

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I've mentioned before that "diet meals delivered straight to our homes" will be among the "in" thing for foodies especially the health-conscious ones (if ever you'd believe there are such people). As much as we want to dine on every new restaurant out there, we are still longing for dishes that would offer us a healthier lifestyle.

The reason why restaurants serving good food (outside of the junk and greasy dishes from most fast-food joints) are quickly becoming a majority of casual dining spots is because the restaurateurs are after the masses which are greater in number. Gone are the days when quality restaurants are only those that offer fine dining. Now, there are restaurants serving all kinds of internationally-inspired dishes may it be Japanese, Korean, American, Asian or from other parts of the world, that are affordable (or at least capable to meet the limited budget of average consumers with meager salaries) but superbly yummy in taste.

These restaurants may be facing another challenge competing with healthy meals that are now delivered to our doorsteps everyday. Delicious Diet offers meals composed of healthier ingredients and cooking methods  served in recommended amounts that promote healthy eating. We now have a great alternative to visiting restaurants. We can now just call or order online to have Delicious Diet meals.

5 Tips to Land a Job at the Monster Philippines Virtual Career Fair

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Whether you’re a fresh graduate seeking your first job or an experienced professional looking for something different, the Monster Philippines Virtual Career Fair is a prime opportunity to network, connect and find job leads.

To increase your chances over the event, follow these tips and boost your profile:

Register and connect: Go to http://vcf.monster.com.ph/ to register for the Job Fair and include all your current information. Make sure to select the ‘low’ privacy setting to let every employer see your resume. If you don’t have Skype, install the app so interviewers can call you directly if they like what they see.

1. Refresh your resume: As soon as the Job Fair begins, employers will start checking their inboxes quickly. Make sure your resume is front and centre by putting the most relevant information at the beginning. If you’re looking for career possibilities across a few different roles, consider writing a few different resumes and/or cover letters tailored to each type of job. Keep it short and edit out all the clutter. A more specific approach will help you stand out from the crowd.

Who’s Hiring? Score a New Job at Monster.com’s Virtual Job Fair

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Young, skilled and determined job seekers in the Philippines have an opportunity to directly interact with companies searching for fresh talent at the upcoming Monster.com Philippines Virtual Career Fair.

This is the fifth time Monster.com(Philippines), a leading online and career recruitment solutions provider, has run the popular event, taking place this month from February 23 to 27.

Combining a number of employers with vacancies for a huge range of jobs, the career fair aims to virtually connect local skilled professionals with new job opportunities. Companies participating in the upcoming Virtual Career Fair (VCF) include a range of business process outsourcing (BPO), Information Technology (IT) and Information Technology Enabled Service (ITES) businesses, and more.

At the event, students and candidates across industries and experience levels, will have the opportunity to communicate with top employers and speak with recruiters over Skype to find out more about available jobs. Participating companies will have the opportunity to interview and interact with a breadth of talent in an environment that optimizes time and efficiency.