Manila Life: November 2018

Wednesday, November 28, 2018

Discover the ‘Three Words to Forever’ at SM Cinema

Laugh, cry and swoon with your loved ones as you watch Three Words to Forever at SM Cinema!

Having fallen out of love, Rick (Richard Gomez) and Cristy (Sharon Cuneta) decide to end their marriage. However, they are forced to delay their separation and keep up pretenses to preserve the joyful celebrations of their family, with the upcoming wedding of their daughter, Tin (Kathryn Bernardo) and her boyfriend Kyle (Tommy Esguerra) as well as the renewal of vows of Cristy’s parents, Cito and Tinay (Freddie Webb and Liza Lorena). As the wedding preparations progress, the family’s relationships with each other are tested as they try to find their way to a happy forever.

KTM bike owners were able to feel the full power and performance of the bikes

during the KTM Track Day held at Batangas Racing Circuit.

KTM Philippines recently treated motorcycle riders of varying stripes—novice, advanced, and experienced—to KTM track day that allowed them to experience the ready-to-race DNA of the iconic Austrian bikes.

Held at the Batangas Racing Circuit in Rosario, Batangas, a whole line of KTM demo bikes were made available to participants for a test ride, including the 390 Duke, the 690 Duke, the 790 Duke, and the 1290 Super Duke GT. Participants were able to feel the full power and performance of the bikes in a safe and controlled environment.

For a lot of Filipinos, Christmas is about quality experiences with the special people in their lives. Staying connected becomes even more important, especially for families and barkadas who are separated because of work and other commitments. Taking great photos is also a must, especially when everyone finally gets to bond and share special holiday moments with those who matter.

Be together with your loved ones no matter the distance and create more meaningful memories with the Galaxy Christmas Gifts. From November 5 to December 31, 2018, avail of flexible credit terms on innovative devices, score exclusive freebies, and get the chance to win exciting prizes in the weekly Samsung Members Raffle.

Based on the popular U.K. television series of the same name, created by Lynda La Plante, “Widows” is directed, co-written and produced by Academy Award®-winning filmmaker Steve McQueen, whose 12 Years a Slave won the 2013 Academy Award® for Best Picture.

Skechers - 3 Trends To Try For Your Holiday Athleisure OOTDs

Men’s – Skechers Go Run 600 (Php 3995),
Womens – Bob Squad Double Dare (Pho 3590)

Our favorite season is just around the corner!

As early as now, your schedule is probably already jam-packed with a slew of activities: holiday shopping, reunions, and Christmas parties to start.

Despite the busy days ahead, you‘ll wanna make sure that your OOTD is still on point. Now, if you want to look on-trend and be comfy at the same time, your best bet is to go with the athleisure look.

Below, we’ve rounded up some fresh tips on how to style up your athleisure game these holidays based on the hottest trends out there.

Early gift giving has gotten better as United Limsun brings you the biggest warehouse sale this holiday season, bringing various international brands in one roof. Get as much as 80% discount on select items from brands like Pacsafe, Focusedspace, CabinZero, Elecom, Swiss + Tech, and more.

Lee Jong-suk and Shin Hye-sun in Hymn of Death

Netflix is releasing not one but two much-awaited Korean series, the “Memories of the Alhambra” and “Hymn of Death”.

Netflix, the world’s leading entertainment service, announced that it will be launching Hymn of Death, a tragic love story K-drama.

“It's not what's under the tree that matters, it's who's around it.”

Jack Daniel's kicked off the Yuletide tradition with the lighting of its iconic Holiday Barrel Tree last Friday, November 23, 2018 at C1 Park, 5th Avenue, High Street Central Square, Bonifacio Global City (BGC) in Taguig City.

Join the movement and together, let's be #StrongerNow

For every woman, pain is a source of strength. Regardless of her gender orientation, skin color, or weight, every woman is able to draw lessons from that pain, gaining wisdom and strength in the process.

The month-long celebration of the Filipino’s passion for basketball ended with a night of basketball culture, expression and community

Nike celebrates basketball culture, expression and passion of its community culminating at the Battle Force Manila Finale in Three Parkade, Bonifacio Global City.

Warning from SM Cinema: The Grinch is Back to Steal Christmas!

Here’s a warning from SM Cinema and Illumination Entertainment! Make sure you really prepare for the holidays as the unsociable and ill-tempered Grinch is back, planning to steal Christmas in the animated version of Dr. Seuss’ The Grinch showing in SM Cinema this November.

Planning to buy or renew your insurance coverage in time for the new year? Here’s good news for you. AXA’s general insurance subsidiary, Charter Ping An Insurance Corporation (CPAIC), is now under the AXA Philippines brand. This means that AXA now offers not only life insurance, health plans, and savings and investments products, but also car, home, and business insurance – all under one roof.

Filipino houses have come a long way. From the humble yet functional Bahay Kubo to modernist masterpieces, our idea of a place to call home has evolved as we constantly embrace diverse architectural styles.

But no matter how many trends come into play, traditional Filipino homes continue to be a wealth of inspiration -- such as the Bahay na Bato or stone house.

This, along with the Filipino’s sense of community, are the building blocks for AboitizLand’s vision for its properties: dream homes, spacious neighborhoods, structures that support the individual while celebrating the communal. Similar to all its residential developments, these are exactly what Ajoya, the newest project of the real estate arm of Aboitiz Equity Ventures has to offer.

For Filipinos, Christmas is the most wonderful time of the year. It’s the time when people come together in friendship, celebration and worship. Festivities and traditions such as the much-awaited Simbang Gabi and Misa de Gallo highlight the importance of the church and the community. As Christmas draws near, Philippine churches come alive, their altars covered in magnificent lights that proclaim the birth of Christ.

Just recently, writers, illustrators, educators, students and children’s literature enthusiasts gathered to attend the first Pista! (Pambansang Komperensiya sa Panitikang Pambata).

Sponsored by Lampara Publishing House, Inc., the conference was directed by writer teacher China Patria de Vera and award-winning author Dr. Eugene Y. Evasco.

JC Nazareth (2nd from left) was declared the lucky winner in a recently concluded AXA promotion, which granted him a free trip to Shanghai, China, to catch the NBA China Games 2018 featuring the Dallas Mavericks and the Philadelphia 76ers.

Century Pacific Food, Inc. receives the Outstanding Achievement in Export Marketing from Agora Awards, the highest award-giving body that recognizes companies and individuals that are at the cutting edge of marketing excellence. Receiving the award is CPFI EVP and COO Greg Banzon (4^th from left) with (L-R) 39^th Agora Awards category head Marco Antonio, independent director Prof. Enrique Soriano, III, PMA president Arlene Padua, CPFI export marketing and sales department manager Sherry Lou Marzo, CPFI global brands group head Randy Cruz, 39^th Agora Awards overall chairperson Maeyeth Cayungog and PMA director Mary Faith Abaño.

Where there is a large community of Filipinos in any country across the globe, you will almost certainly find the taste of home in every can of Century Tuna and Argentina canned meats in the shelves of top supermarkets.

For several years now, Century Pacific Food, Inc. (CPFI), the company founded by visionary entrepreneur and iconoclast Ricardo Po Sr. in 1978, has been successfully bringing these brands to many markets across the globe.

From its dominant local industry position with a market share of 83% in the canned tuna market, the company gained wide acceptance for its flagship product Century Tuna in key markets in the Middle East, North America, and Europe and across Asia Pacific. Even more impressive, Century Tuna has become a leading supermarket brand in China and Vietnam and is among the top three brands in the Middle East.

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Christmas is a festive celebration for Filipinos because it is a time to reconnect with the people that matter the most. And of course, what are celebrations without spending on traditional gifts? But do we always have to spend much on gifts to make it valuable? Pia Wurtzbach and Downy redefines gift-giving this Christmas with a simple yet meaningful gift idea — a hug.

Most people underestimate the power of a hug. A hug has the ability to affect us all, and facts attest to their incredible power on how it can make us feel warm and special. Renowned family therapist Virginia Satir famously stated, "We need 4 hugs a day for survival. We need 8 hugs a day for maintenance. We need 12 hugs a day for growth."

Joy pays a heartfelt tribute to the unconditional family love that surrounds Christmas reunion dinners

This Christmas, the season of family reunions; Joy, the Philippines’ leading dishwashing liquid; releases two short films that seek to encourage more meaningful exchanges between family members by showing how a chore as mundane as dishwashing is perfect for a more intimate form of bonding.

Whereas dinner conversations are great for finding out how everyone is doing, it may not be as conducive to ironing out sensitive issues as a quiet chore done by two people helping each other out. By focusing on this powerful moment and revealing its essential role in family life, Joy celebrates the unconditional love that Pinoy parents have for their children, one that will triumph over life’s hardest challenges.

The leading entertainment channel for women, ETC, reinvents itself to better capture the modern women today - beautiful inside out, confident, and smart. For years, ETC has given its loyal viewers free TV access to shows like American Idol, Grammys, America’s Next Top Model, and Project Runway; and just like them over the years, ETC has grown up – now wiser and braver, ready to deliver a richer entertainment experience.

“Over the years, we’ve been successful in providing entertainment with substance to women. It’s time we further level up our game and grow with our market,” says Gidget Policarpio-Lao, Chief Operating Officer of Solar Entertainment.

This November, experience non-stop action and adventure in SM Cinema as Summit Entertainment reimagined the timeless tale of Robin Hood.

A known thief who steals from the rich and gives to the poor, Robin Hood of Loxley (Taron Egerton) together with John (Jamie Foxx) and his band of outlaws, the Merry Men, will start a revolution to stop the wicked English crown on oppressing the people.

Taipei_ TEAMGROUP launches multiple products with their own features. The simple, compact C185 and the C186 with classic design both have elegant and concise case, and the smooth retractable capless design makes it easy for consumers to use. The T183 Tool USB drive is the perfect interpretation of practical concepts. It not only has won the 2018 COMPUTEX d&i award, but also was highly praised by the Taiwan Excellence Awards recently. The T183 Tool USB drive is the first to include practical functions like bottle opener, straight ruler, etc. In addition, it also has high speed storage performance, which makes it both trendy and practical.

AXA, global leader in insurance and asset management, empowers you to take control of your health with Global Health Access (GHA), a health plan that provides world-class medical coverage—the kind you deserve—not only in the Philippines but in any country in the world.

With GHA, you can easily maintain optimal health and wellness because the plan gives you access to the best healthcare around the globe. Even if you’re diagnosed in the Philippines, you can opt to receive treatment anywhere in the world. With it, you are also always one step ahead in terms of protection, especially since illnesses can strike anytime, anywhere.

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The largest global sports media property in Asian history, ONE Championship™ (ONE), returned to the Mall Of Asia Arena for another exciting evening of world-class martial arts action.

ONE: CONQUEST OF CHAMPIONS featured a series of compelling bouts, punctuated by two unforgettable championship clashes that left fans on the edge of their seats. In the main event, Filipino-American superstar Brandon Vera successfully defended his ONE Heavyweight World Championship against Italian challenger Mauro Cerilli. In the co-main event, Eduard Folayang of the Philippines defeated Singapore’s Amir Khan via unanimous decision to capture the vacant ONE Lightweight World Championship.

Get the home Christmas-ready in no time with Samsung Digital Appliances

With the holidays coming up, it’s easy to get overwhelmed with all the preparations like shopping for gifts, buying ingredients for Noche Buena, and cooking a feast for the entire family. Samsung can help homemakers create a memorable and fun-filled Christmas celebration with its line of innovative digital appliances.

adidas announces the global launch of ALPHAEDGE 4D, engineered with the ADIDAS 4D midsole, for controlled energy return and breathable cushioning during intensive training runs.

Klaus Rolshoven, Director of Future Design, at adidas said: “ADIDAS 4D is our most ambitious midsole to date. What started out as a conceptual FUTURECRAFT innovation, has not only allowed us to completely re-think our manufacturing processes, but to create a data-driven experience that breaks new ground in performance capability and comfort.”

ALPHAEDGE 4D features a sport-inspired geometric lattice structure, that provides stability, support and pin-point energy return, precisely where needed during the most challenging training run or workout.

The largest global sports media property in Asian history, ONE Championship™ (ONE), recently held the official ONE: DESTINY OF CHAMPIONS Media Party last Thursday, 22 November at Ours Eatery at Damansara City Mall. The event was held in anticipation of the blockbuster event, ONE: DESTINY OF CHAMPIONS, which takes place at the Axiata Arena on Friday, 7 December. Photos of the event can be downloaded here.

Some of the ONE Championship athletes attending the ONE: DESTINY OF CHAMPIONS Media Party were Agilan “Alligator” Thani, Keanu Subba, Gianni Subba, Peter Davis, Ann “Athena” Osman, Jihin “Shadow Cat” Radzuan, Saiful “The Vampire” Merican, and Mohammed Bin Mahmoud.

Ticket information for ONE: DESTINY OF CHAMPIONS is available at www.onefc.com.

Will Smith and Tom Holland in animated buddy comedy “SPIES IN DISGUISE” Trailer Reveal

20th Century Fox’s recent trailer reveal of “Spies in Disguise” sees the world’s greatest super agent transform into super fly from super spy. Starring the voices of Will Smith (Men in Black) and Tom Holland (Spider-Man: Homecoming), the duo plays exact opposites in the high-octane world of global espionage.

Smith voices Lance Sterling, an awesome, cool, charming and super-skilled spy while Holland lends voice to Walter, a scientific genius who invents the gadgets Lance uses on his missions.

20th Century Fox’s “Widows” will have sneak previews nationwide on November 26 and 27. The intense heist movie starring a staggering , impressive cast composed of Viola Davis, Cynthia Erivo, Michelle Rodriguez, Elizabeth Debicki, Colin Farrell, Robert Duvall, Jon Bernthal, Brian Tyree Henry, Daniel Kaluuya, Garrett Dillahunt, Carrie Coon, Jacki Weaver, Manuel Garcia-Rulfo and Liam Neeson puts women at the core of this gripping crime caper set in a ruthless reality.

As Rebisco celebrates its 55th year anniversary, the brand collaborated with 4 local artists to create artworks specifical for the launch of the new Special Edition Designer Cans. L-R: Noric Ng, Rebisco Vice-President of Operations; Lady Luzano-Cruz, Category Manager; Roel Obemio, Artist; Migs Villanueva, Artist; Heart Evangelista, Host and Rebisco Ambassador; Lulu dela Peña, Marketing Communications Head; Chico Garcia, Host; Aris Bagtas, Artist; Joseph Bañez, Artist; Katherine Simundo, Rebisco Vice-President of Marketing

As it marks its 55th anniversary, Rebisco takes its humble tin can to the next level by partnering with renowned Filipino contemporary artists to create the Rebisco Special Edition Designer Cans. These works of art aim to showcase the rich history and evolution of the brand, while using the can itself as a vehicle of expression.

The growth of Rebisco parallels that of the Filipino culture. Over the past 55 years, Rebisco has grown into a formidable brand, thanks to the Filipino’s undying love and support, allowing it to grow into what it is today. As a fledgling company, Rebisco started with very simple offerings of biscuits and crackers packed into a can with images of the biscuits. Over time, the packaging evolved, soon showcasing family-themed art works as well.

In coordination with Haribon Foundation, the Tourism Promotions Board (TPB) pioneered the implementation of the Biodiversity on Wheels (BOW) Program in Surigao del Sur on 25-26 September 2018 as the final leg of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Program for the year.

Five Participants from Malaysia, Philippines and Singapore, take on the quest to test their limits

Blue Ant Extreme, known for their thrilling and action-packed content line-up, breaks the status quo by launching The Xtreme Quest. Challenging people from different backgrounds, the quest’s biggest dare is to take on one of the most brutal obstacle course races, the Spartan Race. This will test the physical and mental capabilities of the five participants who have said #ChallengeXccepted and willingly took on the dare. Happening on 2 December in Iskandar Puteri, Johor Baru in Malaysia, the Xtreme Quest participants are going through an intensive training for four weeks to prepare for the big race.

Monsanto Philippines, a company recently acquired by Bayer, turned over a multi-purpose hall to the faculty and students of Lozano High School at Sitio Cabuay, Brgy. Sinawal. General Santos City. Present during the turn-over ceremony were members of the Research and Development Team from Legacy Monsanto Philippines.

Also present were Charina Ocampo, Legacy Monsanto Corporate Engagement Lead and Barangay Chairman Rodolfo Lozano. Legacy Monsanto Philippines constructed the multi-purpose hall in partnership with Outsource Asia and FP Canizares Construction to benefit more than 200 students, eighty percent of which are from the B’laan tribe.

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Imagine this: The sound of waves crashing on the shore and the sunlight peeking through the window wake you up on a lazy Saturday morning. You slowly open your eyes, afraid that you’re just in the middle of a dream. But you’re not. You stand up as you feel the gentle sea breeze touch your face.

You go out of the porch and look at the horizon. You take your time to enjoy the beauty of the blue skies and the deep sea. The yacht will be waiting for you whenever you’re ready, anyway. That’s the promise of Avara Nature & Yacht Club—the easy life of the seaside.

RCBC advocates bank consumer protection with latest online campaign

As today’s banking consumers shift to digital, RCBC wants Filipinos to make wise and careful choices in their transactions. While going online makes everyday activities easier and convenient, it also exposes accounts to risks which is why it is always important to take precautions to protect one’s personal information.

To remind everyone to be proactive in securing their bank accounts, the Yuchengco-led bank introduces a team of safety-savvy individuals, The Unstealables, to show the importance of keeping financial data secure both online and offline. With this unique trio, RCBC highlights the responsibility it shares with clients in keeping the integrity of their accounts by giving simple tips and smart practices.

While artwork from local comic strip legends such as Mars Ravelo (“Darna”) and Carlo J. Carapas (“Panday”) are utterly adored throughout the country, there is little local attention being given to a Filipina cartoonist who is making big waves all around the world.

From critical acclaim and major showcases, to features in prominent comics conventions and anthologies, November Garcia’s wild ride to international notice began in earnest just a few years ago — yet, it is something that she’s been working towards her entire life.

“Widows” takes the audience into the ruthless criminal world where the most vulnerable and overlooked people were women, deemed incapable of anything other than being judged by their appearances. But in “Widows,” these women took on challenges against their stereotype and transformed themselves into more than capable forces, determined to take their destinies into their own hands.

Ever so game, Liza Soberano takes on the TechnoMarine ‘What’s in the box’ challenge that has become a viral hit! See how Liza, sporting her favourite TechnoMarine watch, the perfect partner at work or play, takes on creepy and other freaky stuff without fear and hesitation.

Click on the link https://www.facebook.com/TechnoMarinePH/videos/348109172422613/ to watch the vids that has taken social media by storm!

Wanna Travel S1 is a 12-episode travel variety show with the membes of Wanna One. Join Wanna One as the embark on a special 2-day trip together to Jeju Island! See the dorky and cute sides of the members of Wanna One in where they travel together for the first time as a whole group in a variety show!

A happy healing journey that Wanna One always wanted! Watch the members of Wanna One enjoying themselves playing Go Kart, eating nice food, driving around, playing games, being goofy in their interactions, fishing, enjoying at theme parks and more!

If you own a small business, one major challenge that could hound you is managing cash flows. Unless you are heavily capitalized, clients stalling payments, unexpected outflows and outstanding bills that won’t wait to be paid are major worries.

PSBank, the consumer banking arm of the Metrobank Group, shares a number of good reasons on how owners of small businesses could benefit from using corporate online banking facilities such as PSBank Online Buddy (BOB), particularly in relation to cash flow management.

The largest global sports media property in Asian history, ONE Championship™ (ONE), electrified the Stadium Istora with another evening of world-class martial arts action. Indonesia’s bustling capital city of Jakarta played host to ONE: WARRIOR’S DREAM, which featured the absolute best in local and international martial arts talent. In the main event, Zebaztian Kadestam was crowned the new ONE Welterweight World Champion after knocking out opponent Tyler McGuire.

Solar Entertainment to bring NBA Action to Filipino viewers all season long

The long wait is over as Filipino basketball fans can catch another new season of the NBA.

After the Golden State Warriors won back-to-back titles thru a series sweep versus the Cavaliers last June. The excitement and anticipation for the next season happened a few weeks after as talented rookies were drafted, players switched teams thru trades and marquee players signed with teams via free agency.

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Staying calm in the midst of an emergency is easier said than done. An owner’s calm demeanor is usually the first thing out the door the moment they lay eyes on their injured pet. Driven by fear, several owners would attempt to administer first aid on their furry companions. Though treatment must be left to the professionals, owners may provide basic first aid to their pets to alleviate some of the pain.

Committed to educating the Filipino pet community on proper pet care, the Pet Food Institute (PFI) shares some tips on how to administer basic first aid to pets.

Maxicare Healthcare Corporation, the country’s leading healthcare provider, recently launched the Maxicare HealthHub, a one-stop healthcare hub that utilizes cutting-edge technology to streamline the process of going for a medical consultation, offering a relaxing and convenient way for members to access their benefits.

After decades of providing highest-quality and fashionable shoes for women, Figlia, one of the country’s leading shoe brands, finally launched its first line of stylish shoes for men – Figlia UOMO.

Deriving its name from the Italian word UOMO which means man, Figlia UOMO characterizes men’s versatility, stylishness and diversity through its impeccable designs, top-notched quality and competitive pricing.

The largest global sports media property in Asian history, ONE Championship™ (ONE), recently held the official ONE: CONQUEST OF CHAMPIONS Face-off and Open Workout at the Victoria Sports Tower in Manila. In attendance was reigning ONE Heavyweight World Champion Brandon “The Truth” Vera of the Philippines, as well as his opponent Mauro “The Hammer” Cerilli of Italy. Co-main event participants Eduard “Landslide” Folayang of the Philippines and Amir Khan of Singapore also faced off.

Ticket information for ONE: CONQUEST OF CHAMPIONS is available at www.onefc.com.

Hundreds of Filipino seafarers attended “Kumusta, Kabaro?”, a comprehensive mental health program launched by GOLD Foundation and SM Global Pinoy.

Over 25% of the world’s seafarers show signs of depression, according to the International Maritime Charity Sailor’s Society. Stress, harassment, bullying, fatigue, loneliness, and isolation from family can easily impact their mental health, which makes seafaring the second-most at risk profession worldwide when it comes to suicide.

To shine light on the issue, Gregorio Oca Leadership & Development (GOLD) Foundation, in partnership with SM Global Pinoy, the Associated Marine Officers and Seamen’s Union of the Philippines (AMOSUP), and International Seafarers Welfare & Assistance Network (ISWAN), held the “Kumusta, Kabaro?” Day at the SM Mall of Asia Music Hall in Pasay City.

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