Yamaha RevPinas Rocked Out Caloocan

RevPinas is Yamaha’s nationwide festival tour that embraces different celebrations that our culture has to offer. This time, the “Pambansang Piyesta joined the celebration of Arangkada day of Caloocan City where huge crowd of motorcycle enthusiasts are the major audience of the event. Several activities and games were held, the finals for Motogymkhana also took place here and the much-awaited performance of TJ Monterde and Bamboo made the event very much exciting.  Yamaha together with Mr. Ryan Jude Camus, Marketing Sr Section Manager, officers from Motortrade and Mr.Oca Malapitan, the City Mayor opened the Booth activities.

Spectators got the chance to learn and took a glimpse of the Yamaha products available in the display area. Present in the Automatic line up is the popular MIO brand which is the Mio I 125, Mio Soul I 125 and their S Versions that has the Stop and Start System. The TFX150 that reveals your inner self and the new Sight which has its power at its simplicity. And the motorcycle line up which really got the attention of many especially those into the fast lane, the Blu Is Fast composed of Mio Aerox that take your life into speed, Sniper 150, All new YZF-R15, YZF-R3, YZF-R1 and the latest addition in the R-Series World, the popular racing machine of a decade with its next generation design and technology, the YZF-R6 that gathered a lot of queries and interests among others.

The finals of Motogymkhana leg were held in this event where the winners from Sta. Rosa Laguna and Naga City Cebu battle it out with their best skills possible. It was also thrilled by the Stunt Show activities and competition where the participants showcased their talents using Yamaha TFX150, FZi, and SZ. The night ended with an amazing performances of TJ Monterde and the all-time favorite of the crowd, the iconic Bamboo.

Yamaha Rev Pinas aims to gather our customers who share the same passion for riding. And as they celebrate the “piyesta na bayan”, Yamaha is jumping off to other places, like Dumaguete, Palawan and Naga.

MOTOGYMKHANA RESULT:

TFX EXPERT
1ST – JOSE, CHRISTIAN
2ND – STA ANA, LUISITO
3RD – DOBLADA, PAUL MARK

SZ BEGINNER
1ST – BAUTISTA, RONALDO
2ND – HERNANDEZ, MELCHOR
3RD – MACHADO, VICRAY

FZ BEGINNER
1ST -AZURIN, MAVERICK
2ND – DELACRUZ, ARLAN
3RD – PECAYO, MICHAEL BRYAN

STUNT SHOW COMPETITION RESULTS:

CHAMPION: TAYTAY RIDERS
JOSE, CHRISTIAN
STA ANA, LUISITO
IBARRA, MARC DAVID
REYES, CHRISTIAN

1ST PLACE: X-TEAM
ANGELES, ALJON
DE ROXAS, FRANCIS
CABANTOG, JAYSON
VELENCIA, JC JAMES

2ND PLACE: BABY SHARK
PINEDA, RALPH
DELA PENA, NORVIN
PEBIAS, MYKEE
LUMODAO, PJ

Energy Resiliency Policy to Guide the Rebuilding of Marawi- Cusi

INTENSIVE DELIBERATION: Participants of the public consultations discussed the provisions of the proposed energy resiliency policy, particularly those concerning the power industry. The Mindanao-leg energy resiliency policy pubcon was held Tuesday (17 October 2017) at the N Hotel in Cagayan de Oro City. 

The Department of Energy (DOE) conducted here Tuesday the Mindanao-leg of the energy resiliency policy public consultations in view of the region’s vulnerability to natural and human-induced disasters, such as the siege of Marawi City.

Energy Secretary Alfonso G. Cusi said, “The policy will help guide the massive restoration and rehabilitation efforts of energy facilities in Marawi City, which must immediately commence as soon as the cessation of fighting in the city torn by the 5-month long military operation in the area.”

“We are fast-tracking the issuance and implementation of the energy resiliency policy as this would guide us, especially in rebuilding Marawi City,” Sec. Cusi said.

The DOE chose Cagayan de Oro City as venue for the third-leg of the consultations since the city serves as the gateway to Northern Mindanao and the people living in nearby areas are aware of the adverse effects of typhoons, floods and armed conflicts to their energy sources.

The energy resiliency policy, dubbed as the “Adoption of Resiliency Planning and Program in the Energy Industry to Mitigate Adverse Effects Brought About by Disasters,” is anchored on President Duterte’s directive to heighten disaster resilience.

Among others, the proposed policy seeks to strengthen the existing energy infrastructure and systems; institutionalize the “build back better” principle; improve existing disaster resilience operations; and develop resiliency practices, systems and standards.

“With this policy, we are building with the industry players a structure on how to plan and address human-induced disasters that compromise existing power facilities,” Sec. Cusi emphasized.

Other important issues discussed during the Mindanao-leg consultations include the improvement of information technology infrastructure, energy stakeholders’ involvement, sectoral guidelines, and determining the policy’s contribution to the overall strategy of the country towards disaster resilience, risk reduction and response.

The Mindanao-leg also reflected some of the views and suggestions from the Luzon and Visayas-leg of consultations, including the resiliency compliance plan and its timelines, the task force, regulatory support and monitoring, definition of terms, roles and responsibilities, costs and budgetary concerns, plans and roadmaps, among others.

In addition to the public consultations conducted, the DOE welcomes additional comments or recommendations of all concerned citizens on the proposed policy. For this purpose, the public may send until Friday, 20 October 2017 their insight through email:doe.eppb@doe.gov.ph. An electronic copy of the policy is downloadable at the DOE official website:www.doe.gov.ph.

“The issuance of this policy will cement the DOE’s commitment to mainstream disaster risk reduction to increase the reliability of our energy systems and reduce their vulnerability to disasters,” Sec. Cusi said.

SECTORAL SESSIONS: The DOE grouped the participants into sectors to provide sector-specific inputs for the refinement of the proposed energy resiliency policy. The Mindanao-leg of the consultations was conducted on 17 October in Cagayan de Oro City due to its experience with destructive calamities- natural and human-induced.

Indochine Media Phillipines Launches My Pope Phillipines

The country's first “culture changer” magazine with a pro-actively positive perspective.

Indochine Media Philippines announces the launch of My Pope, the country's first culture changer magazine that is entirely dedicated to being the monthly source of inspiration for readers from all walks of life.

Grab a copy of this special launch issue that celebrates the lifestyle and values of our beloved Pope Francis. Take a peek into his living quarters, and discover a more private side of his personality in an exclusive interview with his niece. On the local front, the magazine is filled with stories that highlight encouraging developments in the lives of our fellow Filipinos-positive and game-changing Filipinos whose values and actions reflect the same ones Lolo Kiko stands for. Sections will feature good news, inspiring stories, traditions, arts & crafts, everyday heroes and much more. And as Pope Francis always emphasizes the importance of community, My Pope will also include the miracles-both big and small-that readers have experienced in their own lives.

“There is absolutely no doubt that Filipinos love Lolo Kiko, as his brand of love, leadership, and openness is something that Pinoys of all walks of life gravitate towards regardless of religious background. As such, we felt it was high time that we launched this title in the Philippines! Just like Pope Francis, the magazine will be fun, friendly, and informative, serving as a breath for fresh air in these hectic and stressful times. After reading My Pope, readers will see things in a more positive light, helping them to feel that the world is a better place, that they want to be better persons, and-thanks to the pages of the magazine that are filled with tips and concrete advice-they will know how to make this happen. We truly look forward to being our reader's monthly source of inspiration” – emphasized by the Editor-in-Chief, Tata Mapa.

“Wherever you are, there is My Pope magazine near you. Available in over 4,000 distribution points, one can easily get a dose of inspiration 24/7 in all National Bookstore, Fully Booked, Powerbooks, 7 Eleven stores and other leading bookstores, newsstands and supermarkets nationwide. Also, subscribing is so easy, and copies of My Pope will be delivered for free to our valued readers” – announced by Rina Lareza, Distribution Director.

My Pope Philippines, will be available on newsstands every month starting September 20. Expect a fun, friendly, and positive glossy with an easy-to-read, colorful, and engaging layout, as well as moving photographic images.

The new magazine first issue will have a total print run of 50,000 copies, and its communication campaign will involve a range of media, such as TV, point of sale posters, and merchandising banners. The magazine will be on sale at newsstands with a launch price of PHP 85 per copy.

My Pope will soon be available on the website, www.mypope.com.ph. In the meantime, readers will have easy access to My Pope Philippines via all social media channels such as Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

My Pope is an adapted version of Italian magazine Il Mio Papa, a successful weekly magazine launched in Italy by its largest media holding company, Mondadori. The magazine was successfully launched in Italy in March 2014, with a print run of 3 million copies for its first issue. After its outstanding success, the magazine was launched in Spain, Portugal, Germany, and Austria.