Joyce Penas Pilarsky to Showcase Philippine Textile in London

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From war trophy to goodwill symbol, the inspiration of Joyce Penas Pilarsky's collection is the victory of the return of the Balangiga Bells to the Philippines. The bells were taken by the Americans as war booty from the town of Balangiga in the province of Eastern Samar during the Philippine-American War of 1901.

Her choice of Filipino materials, appliques, and embroidered fabrics to create this stunning ensemble will slay the competition.

Joyce Penas Pilarsky will reveal her new collection in this year’s Britain’s Top Designer in London, U.K., on February 16, 2019. It is an extremely prestigious designer competition, which takes place during London Fashion Week and is the first of its kind.

Joyce is one of the finalists and will be competing against eight exemplary fashion designers from different parts around the world. They will be judged by top industry personalities such as head judge Bernard Connolly - celebrity stylist, Nicky Johnston celebrity photographer & judge on Britain's Next Top Model, Lola Royal - Stylist & fashion presenter and Nicky Hambleton-Jones Stylist, consultant, TV Presenter.

From Miss Universe 2018 Catriona Gray’s Filipino cultures & textile-inspired gowns and outfits to this new collection by the Award Winning International Fashion and Jewelry Designer Joyce Penas Pilarsky. Surely, Another Filipina pride will take on the international runway spotlight.

7 Dental Health Tips for Travel

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In accordance to health issues dental health is always vital. Be it in travelling or also in normal day to day living. It has to be well checked and cared for always. Depending on where you go or the nature of the trip travelling can be wonderfully relaxing or terribly hectic, since dental issue is a key point in normal day life and also travel. Here are some ways to make sure that will make sure that your dental health is well maintained during travel.

1. Always schedule your cleaning and check up with your dentist in advance with your dentist. This will assist you to know the dental problem prior before the travel. In this one may prevent dental emergencies during the travel. A well planned schedule will also ensure that any problem is identified and treated before leaving. This should be made regular and frequent to enable one avoid emergencies.

2. Always have a back- up plan .Depending on your destination, it might be a good idea to pack an e oral care supplies. They will come handy if you run out and cannot buy replacements. Example a flight travel keeps your toothbrush and floss handy in your personal item for easy access during the flight. Also if you wear a night guard, you can pack that too.

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3. Pack properly. The travel container if you keep your toothbrush in should be in large enough air circulation.Do not use a case that’s holds your brush tightly, and make sure that the container has holes for drainage and ventilation. Before and after trip, be sure to clean your case.

Drying out a brush ensures that no bacteria that breeds. You can take out the toothbrush case on reaching your destination. Standing your brush upright in a cup will allow the water to drain away from the bristle (just to make sure it’s not kept where the maid could not knock it into the toilet) if you are travelling by car, you might let your brush air out on the dash. Take your toothbrush out of its container as soon you get home.

4. Keep it clean. Always remember to wash your hands well before handling a toothbrush or flossing your teeth .And if the local water isn’t safe for drinking that means is not safe for oral care either. You can still use alternative bottled or boiled water.This ensures proper hygiene of the toothbrush and also the dental as a whole.Water is vital necessity in dental hygiene.Water erodes sticky food substances with ease after brushing,and enough water makes all dental parts have healthy cleanliness and remain healthy all through the travel.Also plenty of water keeps your mouth moist most of the times,and also help flush food particles and microorganism and unwanted toxins from the mouth and more so the dental part.

5. Do not stop your daily oral routine. There is a tendency that when travelling one might opt to ignore the daily oral routine.for one bacteria and plaque do not takes breaks when you skip the daily routine .Keep brushing twice a day, rinsing your mouth and flossing daily, The daily oral care routine go a long way towards maintain your oral hygiene and minimising future dental health risks. Maintain a healthy routine to enable you secure your dental from infections that may arise do not ignore it or else bacteria and plaque will invest.

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6. Maintain a tooth- friendly diet.Remember to eat a lot of vegetables and fruits during the travel.fibre rich foods like, apples and broccoli which help to neutralise the acids and enzymes in the mouth. Drinking of black tea and green tea also help as they contain substances that kill the bacteria growth in the mouth it is advisable to keep off from sugary foods examples sweets and starchy foods as they are the main cause of food decay. Avoid chewing ice, hard candies or other foods that could chip or crack your teeth. Incise of tooth pain pack an over-the-counter pain medicine, such as ibuprofen incise of a toothache. Ensure to double check on your dental insurance to be of what is covered while traveling. When traveling it is important to find a trusted professional if you need emergency dental care. If you have a travel insurance policy, contact the dentist near you.

7. Pack Colgate enamel health. Use the toothbrush and aspen in combination with a toothpaste which provides protection against enamel erosion, sensitivity and cavities providing whitening and fresh breath benefits .This is mostly is for those with some cavity or enamel problems like pains hence carry a brush is made soft and a gel pen combo a pen should slip inside the toothpaste and houses a gel designed to provide rapid and long-lasting sensitivity relief 24/7 right to the source of pain. This also may provide comfort during travel as the technology can be used to help shield exposed nerves and create a seal against sensitivity pain. It is proven to relieve sensitivity directly at the source of pain with continued use. This should always be used by people with highly sensitive teeth during travel.


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Dental health maintenance is important in all aspect of life and should be well maintained to avoid emergencies and dental diseases that May arise during travel is wise to avoid dental anxiety due to failure of observing normal dental routine or bad oral or tooth diet. One should be very observant in all aspect pertaining dental health. Make sure before leaving there is to visit a dentist this applies if one has been experiencing other restorative treatment. Avoid air trapping in your teeth to avoid expansion or contraction which may cause inflammation.

PNR Clark Phase 1 Breaks Ground; Tutuban to Malolos Leg Now in Full Construction

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The North-South Commuter Railway Project is going full steam ahead, with its Tutuban to Malolos leg, known as PNR Clark Phase 1, commencing full-blast construction today, 15 February 2019.

PNR Clark Phase 1, a 37.6-kilometer mass railway transportation, is one of the flagship projects of the Duterte administration implemented by the Department of Transportation (DOTr) and the Philippine National Railways (PNR).

It will have 13 train sets, composed of 8 cars each, which will be running at a maximum speed of 120 kilometers per hour.

PNR Clark Phase 1 will have a total of ten (10) stations, namely, Tutuban, Solis, Caloocan, Valenzuela, Meycauayan, Marilao, Bocaue, Balagtas, Guiguinto, and Malolos station; and will house a depot at a 14-hectare lot in Valenzuela City.

Once completed, this project will reduce travel time between Manila and Bulacan from one (1) hour and 45 minutes to just 35 minutes, serving approximately over 300,000 passengers daily.

PNR Clark Phase 1 will be seamlessly connected with the PNR Clark Phase 2 (Malolos-Clark) and PNR Calamba, forming one integrated commuter railway system that will serve commuters traveling to, from, and within NCR, Region III, and Region IV-A.

Support Mechanisms for Affected Communities
To date, proper resettlement is ongoing as part of the government social responsibility for approximately 300 informal settler families (ISFs) along the project alignment.

In fact, the DOTr has entered into and approved a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) with the PNR, National Housing Authority (NHA), Housing and Urban Development Coordinating Council (HUDCC) and Local Government Units (LGU’s) for the relocation and resettlement of Informal Settler Families (ISFs) in Caloocan, Manila, Valenzuela and Guiguinto.


Enhanced Mobility and Connectivity through Build Build Build
DOTr Secretary Arthur Tugade led the groundbreaking ceremony, together with Japanese Ambassador to the Philippines Koji Haneda, Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) Chief Representative Yoshio Wada, Undersecretary for Railways Timothy John Batan, PNR General Manager Junn Magno, Bulacan Governor Wilhelmino Sy-Alvarado, and officials from the public and private sector.

“This is the President’s gift not only to the people of Bulacan and Pampanga, but more importantly, to the people of this country, in high hopes of providing them with an efficient and comfortable mode of transport. The President would like to reiterate his commitment, that we are committed to give a comfortable life without any temptation or badge of corruption,” Secretary Tugade said.

‘Fast and sure’

After signing the contract with Sumitomo Mitsui Construction on 23 January 2019, advance works already began to make way for full construction.

“During my watch, I want this system to be fast and sure, and I expect that the philosophy of ‘fast and sure’ will be implanted in this project so that this portion will be completed by the last quarter of 2021,” the transportation chief emphasized.

According to Undersecretary Batan, as of today, 91% of the PNR Clark Phase 1 alignment has already been cleared

“This is testament to the effectiveness of the strategy that Secretary Tugade launched last January 5, 2018, which is to pursue as much advance works as we can, as early as we can, so that by the time that contracts are signed with our contractors, construction works can immediately begin,” Undersecretary Batan pointed out.

Fruits of PHL-Japan partnership
After the groundbreaking ceremony of the PNR Clark Phase 1, the groundbreaking of the Metro Manila Subway will commence on 26 February 2019.

“Today, we celebrate and affirm our relationship with the Japanese government, as we are working very closely together with multiple projects, and we are starting those projects now to the surprise and the pleasant acceptance of the Filipino people,” Secretary Tugade said.

“Utilizing Japanese technologies and years of railway expertise, the NSCR project will not only revive traditional railroads, the PNR, but also build a state-of-the-art rapid transit system that is on par with international standards,” Ambassador Haneda expressed.

DOTr Sec. Tugade, together with Japanese Ambassador to the Philippines Koji Haneda, Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) Chief Representative Yoshio Wada, Sumitomo Mitsui Construction Co. Ltd. President and CEO Hideo Arai, Undersecretary for Railways Timothy John Batan, PNR General Manager Junn Magno, Bulacan Governor Wilhelmino Sy-Alvarado, and other government officials and stakeholders, lower the time capsule into the construction site ground during the groundbreaking ceremony for the PNR Clark Phase 1 (Tutuban-Malolos).

Officials perform the Kagami Biraki or the Sake Barrel Lid Opening Ceremony which is a Japanese tradition that represents an opening to harmony and good fortune for great success in the future. Participants wear a "happi" coat which is designed as a symbol of unity.

DOTr Sec. Tugade, together with the assistance from the project's contractor, Sumitomo-Mitsui Construction Co. Ltd., leads the ceremonial piling which marks the start of the full-blast construction of the PNR Clark Phase 1.