Nominate Someone Today for the Ripple Awards

Nomination will close in a week!

The Love Gala organization encourages everyone to nominate for the Ripple Awards individuals who have contributed in changing the landscape of HIV advocacy in the country as nomination will end nearly a week from now.

The Ripple Awards is the highlight of the maiden Love Gala, the Asia’s Premier Charity and Awards gala which is happening on World AIDS Day (1 December).

Unveiled on 9 August 2017 with Miss Universe 2015 and Love Gala Ambassador Pia Alonzo Wurtzbach and Taguig City officials, the Ripple Awards will honor Ten (10) outstanding individuals for their immeasurable contributions in raising awareness, erasing stigma and giving better opportunities for people affected by HIV and its related effects.

To nominate, visit http://lovegala.org/nominate-now/.

The Ripple Awards nomination deadline is on 31 August 2017.

Anyone from the following areas of expertise can be nominated who have greatly influenced the domestic and/or global movement on the HIV advocacy:

• Business (HIV policy in the workplace, companies, programs for business)

• Youth (program for the youth sector, youth-initiated)

• Academe (educational institutions, school organizations, program for schools)

• Government (legislators, LGUs, government organizations)

• Media & Advertising (digital, media organizations, media programs)

• Influencer (individual)

• NGOs (NGO-led programs)

• PLHIV (support groups, individual)

• Medical (hospitals, doctors, clinics, medical practitioner)

• Arts (films, stage play, artworks, artists)

The organization believes that “a single person's act of love can start a wave that can save millions of people.”

Meanwhile, the Love Gala is a collaboration of private and public institutions and youth-oriented organizations including the AIDS Healthcare Foundation, Black Maria Productions, Decent Image of South Signal Association (DIOSSA), Dentsu, Pinoy Plus Association Incorporated, Positibong Marino Philippines, Sustained Health Initiatives of the Philippines (SHIP), Taguig City Government, Team Mag, The Red Whistle, The LoveYourself Incorporated and the US Embassy.

Moreover, the gala is powered by Better Together, an initiative founded by Dr. Antoine Bondaz and Mr. Kenneth Kwok, which empowers the future generations in Asia and beyond.

Merienda Time Just Got Even Better with FamilyMart

If you’re looking for a tasty snack to keep you charged for the rest of the day or something to solve those hunger pangs before you get home for dinner, FamilyMart’s merienda favorites are your go-to snacking options. The popular Japanese convenience store satisfies your snack cravings any time of the day without breaking the bank.

For only P39 each, you can have your pick of Pinoy snack favorites like savory Arroz Caldo or Lomi, and sweet Champorado or Ginataang Halo-Halo.

FamilyMart’s merienda gets even better from 3PM to 5PM, because you can get extra savings when you grab their delicious Merienda Treats! Try out winning combinations like delicious Hakaw or juicy Stuffed Fish Balls together with a 12oz Taro slush, or flavorful Lobster Balls or classic Corndog with a 12oz Calamansi Zing for only P59 – for savings of P13!

And if you’re up for a popular type of Japanese food people widely enjoy, FamilyMart’s Ebi Tempura is a great in-between dish for P79.

FamilyMart has got you covered all day whenever you’re looking for a quick bite to eat. Head on over to your nearest store when you’re feeling like it’s time for a delicious and filling snack.

For updates, exciting products, and awesome deals, like and follow FamilyMart Philippines on Facebook, @familymartph on Instagram, and @FamilyMartPH on Twitter. For store locations or more information on FamilyMart Philippines, log on to www.familymart.com.ph.

FamilyMart is the 2nd largest convenience store chain in the world with over 18,000 stores across Asia. In the Philippines, FamilyMart has branches in Makati, Ortigas, Quezon City, San Juan, Manila, Mandaluyong, Marikina, and Fort Bonifacio Global City.

Kalinisan Unveils Klin 365, an Innovative10-in-1 Solution, at WOFEX 2017

 
Kalinisan Chemicals Corp., a 100 percent Filipino-owned company, launched its game-changing Klin 365 cleaning, sanitizing and deodorizing product at the recently held World Food Expo (WOFEX), an event that was cheered by prospective clients who are lured by its simplicity, cost-saving and environment-friendly features. Klin 365 is a 10-in-1 solution that can be used as a dishwashing liquid, degreaser, odor eliminator, floor cleaner, fly repellent, glass cleaner, hand sanitizer, table cleaner, table and urinal cleaner, and as a sanitizer for plates and other kitchen utensils.

This product aims to simplify cleaning and sanitizing operations geared towards restaurants, fast food chains, commissaries and hotels. 
 
“We received lot of enquiries from a number of companies who trooped WOFEX and were searching for pioneering products that they can use in their operations. They were asking for demo trials,” said James Bernardo, who founded the company and is also its chief executive officer. Even before it was unveiled at this year’s WOFEX held on August 2-5 at the World Trade Center and SMX Convention Center, Klin 365 has already generated a significant amount of interest from some of the country’s biggest restaurant chains, who are now pilot testing the product, said Bernardo. “This will be big. As far as we are concerned, there is no company in the Philippines right now with this kind of product that combines the functions and features of 10 different products into one. It’s a game-changer in terms of product innovation,” Bernardo, a seasoned entrepreneur and a licensed civil engineer, said. 


 
Because of its 10 in 1 feature, using Klin 365 will translate into an estimated 15-20% percent savings for customers, said Glenys Arizo, Kalinisan's president. 

“The 15 to 20% percent savings is on the product alone, excluding other savings from labor, storage space, inventory, cleaning supplies, time and energy,” said Arizo, who is a licensed chemical engineer. “Klin 365 is very easy to use and therefore helps save time for the kitchen crew.” 
 
Klin 365 is also environment-friendly since it can treat wastes thrown into rivers and other bodies of water. 

“Right now, the country’s main problem is chemical wastes. So when we were developing it, we also thought about how to come up with a product that’s not harmful to the environment. When we dump it, Klin 365 can help treat the wastes because of the enzymes,” Arizo explained. 


 
Because the company wants a product that has not been seen in the market yet, it took Kalinisan around two years from the time of Klin 365’s conceptualization to its eventual launch. There are plans to also introduce Klin 365 to other countries in Southeast Asia as well as in China, said Bernardo. “That’s the ultimate goal – to launch it outside of the Philippines. We are looking at Indonesia, Thailand, Vietnam, to take advantage of the ASEAN integration. We want to be pioneer in Asia that introduced a 10-in-1 product that simplifies cleaning and sanitation for the food service sector” Bernardo added. 
 
This year marked the seventh time that Kalinisan has participated in WOFEX. The company first showcased its products in WOFEX in 2010.