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This November I got the chance to visit one of the three museums of the National Museums of the Philippines. It was my first time to visit the National Museum of Fine Arts and I was amazed with the exhibits and the galleries in the entire building. I feel like I traveled to the past and learn the rich history of the country. One of the exhibits that caught my attention is the station of the cross on one of the galleries. The stations of the cross came from the La Purisima Concepcion Church in my home province, Eastern Samar. To show you more about what to see at the National Museum of Fine Arts, I created a vlog for you to watch:   FAQ: When is it open? Tuesdays to Sundays excluding religious holidays What time is it open? 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM Who can visit? Fully vaccinated individuals with vaccination cards and ID How to book a visit Visit reservation.nationalmuseum.gov.ph to schedule at least a day before your int...

Lacson to launch “Edukasyon Plus” program to help students focus on their studies Senator Panfilo “Ping” Lacson plans to solve the country’s serious poverty problem by providing more people the opportunity to get an education. In his latest video , t he presidential aspirant, who has battled government corruption throughout his career in public service, points out that many young people are forced to drop out of school because of the need to help their families and because being in school is  proving to be a heavy financial burden. Thus, they remain mired in poverty because without a good education their prospects are limited so they often have to settle for jobs that do not pay much. He will launch an innovative Edukasyon Plus program if elected President that will provide free education and institute a government internship program. Each family will receive a P5,000 monthly allowance during their family members’ internship. Lacson believes that this arrangement will allow student...

  In photo (L-R): Raquel Bumbay, VP-Marketing; Arlene Siongco, VP-Compensation and Benefits, Ethel Peralta, VP-Management Support Services; JO2 Karl Julius C. Leano, BJMP representative; and Dan Guevara, VP-Center for Learning Sterling Bank of Asia (SBA) has selected San Juan City's Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP) as one of this year's beneficiaries of their annual Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) program, the Kind Heart Gives Campaign. Persons Deprived of Liberty (PDL) of San Juan City's BJMP showcased their craftsmanship in their parolmaking project, which also serves as an opportunity for them to support themselves and their families  financially. The "parol," which is one of the most iconic symbols of Filipino Christmas, is a staple decoration in most houses. "The parol is a great expression of the Filipinos’ faith and hope," said Cecilio San Pedro, SBA's President and CEO. "We'd like to take this opportunity to extend...

  Senator Panfilo “Ping” Lacson is leveraging his reputation as a crime-buster and anti-corruption champion in his bid to become the next President of the Philippines.   His video advertisement ( https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yv_HZnGnsow ) highlights some of his major accomplishments as a senator and former head of the Philippine National Police (PNP).   Lacson plans to expand on his initiatives to prevent public money from being lost through corruption as president and bring the government closer to the people. His main advocacy is to give more power to local government units that are closest to the citizens and understand the people ’ s needs best and are in a better position to respond to their problems more effectively.   As highlighted in his TV ads, Lacson’s careful and detailed scrutiny of the national budget has saved the country P300 billion. He proved his strong opposition to the pork barrel that had become for legislators a major perk of their jobs...

  PLDT and Smart, through its Better Today program, have reinforced their commitment to promoting mental health and wellness through sports. With some of the country’s top athletes and community sports advocates, PLDT and Smart launched “Power Move Project”, a conversations series on sports and mental resilience. To date, the series has garnered at least 456,000 views. A recent episode tackled creating an empathic culture within the sports community. PLDT and Smart Head of Sports and MVP Sports Foundation (MVPSF) Executive Director Jude Turcuato discussed the importance of a strong support system when it comes to dealing with mental struggles. Turcuato shared some of the ways by which the MVPSF and PLDT and Smart help athletes in strengthening their mental health and resilience. “Communication and conversations are very important when it comes to identifying the support needed by our athletes. It is the self-realization on their challenges and needs, which will allow us to bett...

  Get all 6 Coca-Cola Aluminum Cups exclusively at McDonald’s! Manila, Philippines - November 15, 2021 – McDonald’s Philippines adds color and spreads happiness to the holidays with the return of its Coca-Cola collectibles – aluminum cups in 6 festive colors! The Coca-Cola Aluminum Cup Collection is the first aluminum line of non-breakable, sleek, and on-trend cups in the Philippines. It’s the perfect addition to decorate one’s holiday feast as it comes in 6 metallic-like colors – Red, Yellow, Green, Blue, Purple, and Pink! There’s no better way to enjoy a cold and refreshing glass of Coca-Cola this Christmas than in these stylish cups available at McDonald’s stores for a limited time only! You can own one of the 6 designs by simply adding Php 49 to any of the participating McDonald’s meals – which is most of your favorite meals with Coca-Cola! Available in McDonald’s starting today, customers can start collecting their cups to complete the collection just in time for the holiday...

  The showcase festival will feature music performances and talks on gaming, film, soft power and art Almost 2 years have passed, but COVID-19 is still looming over all of us.   With the unpredictable restrictions put on physical events in Thailand, in lieu of its signature staging at the creative district of Chareonkrung, Bangkok Music City (BMC) 2021 is set to take place 100% online via YouTube Live through BMC’s YouTube channel and Gather.Town virtual space from November 20 to 21, 2021. “Live music and entertainment industries have been hit hard by the pandemic, but we don’t want to lose hope and look beyond the pandemic preparing for the time when we can all enjoy ‘real life’ together once again,” says festival co-founder Piyapong ‘Py’ Muenprasertdee.   “We strive to make BMC a platform for artists to stay connected with their fanbase, gain new international fans and seek new export opportunities by meeting with music business professionals from all over the world ...

  The acclaimed hip-hop artist also celebrates his birth month with announcement of his debut album and digital concert happening this November Prolific rapper Kiyo finds value in celebrating the simple joys of living on new single “ Harana Sa Sarili ”—out today on November 12, Friday via all digital music platforms worldwide. Waxing poetic about self-worth, the Filipino hip-hop artist expresses gratitude for surviving life’s harshest challenges, and being able to give back to supporters who have been with him throughout his music journey. “ Minsan nakakalimutan natin magpasalamat sa sarili natin, nakakalimutan natin yung mga maliliit na bagay na dapat natin ikatuwa (We rarely thank ourselves and the small things that give us joy),” the Navotas City-born artist said in a statement. “ Masaya lang ako na nandito pa ako. Kaya nasulat ko yung kanta na yan (I’m just happy and contented to be here. This spark of life inspired me to write the song).” Exploring smooth, lo-fi sou...

Four-piece girl group R Rules are set to make a splash in the music scene with their empowering anthems. Giving value to pop music through their hard work and universal appeal, the promising rookies are ready to share their unique music journey to inspire and bring joy to music fans all over the world. Previously signed under a different label, R Rules (formerly known as Japh Dolls) are composed of RIYO, RURI, REINA, RISA—all four of them, fluent in Filipino, English, and Japanese and are currently undergoing de rigeur trainee development program to hone their skills. Get to know the girls behind R Rules: Watch here: R Rules Artist Reveal “Through our music, we want to showcase women empowerment,” says the group. “Women can work hard and still enjoy life. We want to express how we can be independent and still be happy with our lives. Also, in terms of music genre, we are pop but more importantly, we will sound like our goals, visions, and anything that inspires it.” Their compel...

  We've all been there – we get pimples, whether they're  due to stress, poor diet or  from constantly wearing  face  masks.   Because  we all want clear skin, we want to immediately get rid of that pimple  which often lasts for several agonizing days . Now, here’s a fast and easy way to get rid of pimples .  New  Careline Skin Acne Drying Lotion  is your new skincare buddy for addressing your acne problems.   It is formulated with Calamine that prevents and dries pimples, and sulfur to exfoliate ,  unclog pores and clear away dead skin cells.  It also contains Salicylic Acid so you won’t have to worry about redness and inflammation of your skin. Perfect and safe for growing teenagers and for those who have acne-prone skin! To achieve that smooth and flawless skin, keep this Careline Skin Acne Drying Lotion on hand. In applying, you must remember not to shake the container. Dip a clean cotton swab...

  ePLDT further continues to fortify the reliability of its data center services as it expands its TIA-942 Design Certifications to four data centers—currently the most number of the said global certification achieved by a data center service provider in the country. The design certification means that ePLDT’s data center facilities conform to the stringent standards of TIA-942 guidelines ensuring that any data center component—including major apparatus and equipment—can be removed, replaced, or repaired without disrupting the operations of its customers. ePLDT currently owns the largest telco-neutral data center network in the country under the VITRO brand, which are strategically located across the Philippine archipelago. To date, only five data centers in the country have received the said TIA-942 Design Certification rating, four of which are from ePLDT including VITRO Makati, VITRO Clark, VITRO Cebu 2, and the newly-accredited VITRO Parañaque. Nico Alcoseba, VP...

  Manila, Philippines 08 Nov 2021 – Coca-Cola, the Philippines’ most-loved beverage brand, heralds this year’s season with “ Buksan ang Magic ng Pasko,” a holiday campaign that celebrates the real magic of community and togetherness. The multi-faceted campaign carries, at its heart a simple message of festive joy and inclusion; reminding us that real magic is in the moments of connection we share with others. “Most of us grew up with Coca-Cola. As a brand, we consider ourselves fortunate to have been given the opportunity to be part of every Filipino table and witness the real magic of human connections, especially during Christmas. From celebrating every occasion to being a source of comfort – Coke serves as that uplifting pause that connects people, in friendship and in community, over a meal or a glass of Coke – and we see this even more pronounced during Christmas,” says Cesar Gangoso, Coca-Cola Marketing Director for Philippines, Vietnam, and Cambodia.  Coca-Cola, with i...

 Local sellers saw a massive boost, with orders surging 18 times for those taking part in the sale for the first time MANILA, NOVEMBER 12, 2021 - Shopee, the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan, sets two new records at the year’s largest shopping festival, 11.11 Big Christmas Sale. With a huge array of irresistible deals, shoppers across the region bought over 2 billion items across the festival period, smashing its previous record in 2020. Excitement peaked on November 11, with visits spiking 5.5 times in the first two hours compared to an average day. Martin Yu, Director at Shopee Philippines , said, “It brings us great joy to see the impact of our 11.11 Big Christmas Sale on shoppers, businesses, and our local communities. The digital economy continues to present many opportunities for growth, and we want to enable more people to benefit from this growth by increasing e-commerce adoption and helping more consumers and businesses go online. At the same time,...