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Do you think you are bravest of all? Do you have the heart and the courage to stand a 45 minute in a scare room? If yes, then mark your calendars for November 7, 2015 and get ready for the ultimate Halloween event of the year! FOX International Channels and Victoria Court are partnering up with Breakout Philippines , the country’s premiere escape room game, to bring you an immersive horror experience like no other! Ever since 2014, Breakout has been providing a unique experience to thousands of players by trapping them in different themed rooms for 45 minutes. They are given an interactive game where players have to team up to find clues and solve logic puzzles based on various storylines. Participants are encouraged to PLAN as a team, SOLVE puzzles collaboratively in order to ESCAPE before time expires. This Halloween season, the game is about to change as it is no longer enough to BREAKOUT … you must now also SURVIVE ! You and your friends will be trapped in a roo...

Last October 10th 2015, Mavs Talent Management held a mini-stage play entitled " Away Bata " , as a recital piece of their acting workshop which concluded last May 2015. Back to back with a mini concert of Gwyneth Dorado , one of Mavs Prime Talent, who also brought pride to us Filipinos when she was chosen as one of the finalist of Asia's got Talent. The mini-stage play is entertaining and timely for what's really happening in our daily lives. The dialogue, acting and stagecraft too are very good. But the characters of Ige and Gelo, I love the most. They are like pros in their acting. Here are some of the photos from the said mini stage play. I truly admire this petite girl with her superior singing skill. Thankful for the organizers and producers for the invite, got the chance to be with her and watched her perform live. Here is a snippet of Gwyneth Dorado's performance. Not only that the talents are good in acting but in sing...

MAPFRE Insular provides comprehensive coverage to overseas Filipino workers as required under the Compulsory Insurance for Agency Hired Migrant Workers as approved under Section 23 of R.A. 10022 and creates online community that serves as a unifying communication platform with OFWs all over the world. Compulsory Insurance for Migrant Workers Section 23 of R.A. 10022 mandates recruitment and manning agencies to provide OFWs with compulsory insurance at no cost to the worker. The Compulsory Insurance for Agency Hired Migrant Worker aims to ensure that OFWs get the right protection they deserve. It also promotes and supports the workers’ fundamental rights and welfare. MAPFRE Insular’s Compulsory Insurance Coverage for Agency-Hired Migrant Workers is a comprehensive insurance package that is set to address the needs of Filipino Migrant Workers. The very nature of accidents is that they are unexpected, but with MAPFRE Insular’s insurance package, OFWs are protected from heavy f...

A different kind of weekend market featuring knickknacks, apparels, household trinkets, DIY solutions and other interesting finds for your homes top bills Command Hanging Market @ DMCI Homes by Command™ Damage-Free Mounting Solutions from 3M! The Command Hanging Market @ DMCI Homes that kicks-off at the Royal Palm Residences, Acacia Estates, Taguig City is in partnership with residential community developer, DMCI Homes; and one of the pioneering hardware business in the country that dates back in the 1920s, Co Ban Kiat. The weekend market catering primarily to DMCI residents will go around 10 DMCI communities and culminate in a Hanging Market-Family Day-Bazaar at the Acacia Tent on December 2015. Inspired by the success of Salcedo and Mercato weekend markets, the Command Hanging Market @DMCI Homes will run for two days in the 10 DMCI communities. It will feature various merchandise for every part of the home like housewares, fashion accessories, apparel, kitchen and bath e...

MANILA, Philippines - Nine in 10 Filipino consumers surveyed by global nutrition company Herbalife are “highly concerned” about the potential diseases that an unhealthy lifestyle can cause them, with the same number believing that simple lifestyle changes can help improve their overall well-being. A good number of the respondents expressed willingness to adopt a healthy lifestyle; 79 percent said that they would cut down on unhealthy foods, 78 percent expressed their willingness to exercise more regularly, and 72 percent said they would make better nutrition choices. “We welcome the results of the survey. It gives an understanding of Filipinos becoming even more health concious and self-aware that they need to make some lifestyle changes to improve their overall well-being. It also gives Herbalife an idea where we are needed, because as the survey revealed only four out of 10 would spend 10 to 30 minutes a day to make simple lifestyle changes,” said Rosalio Valenzuela, Herbal...

The Rotary Club of Makati West (RCMW) is calling on art lovers to support their annual all-sculpture exhibit-sale dubbed  “Alay Sining” to be held at The Gallery, Greenbelt 5, Makati City from November 12 to 15, 2015. Now on its eight year, Alay Sining 8’s theme is “Art with a Heart” which complements the Rotary International’s theme of “Be a Gift to the World”. Alay Sining is a fund-raising initiative for one of RCMW’s signature projects, the Gift of Life program, which gives congenital heart disease (CHD) patients under the program with free heart surgeries. According to RCMW President Victor “Junvee” Vital, supporting the art-for-a cause exhibit will not only mean supporting Filipino children with heart ailments but also local artists. Both seasoned and new sculptors will be contributing pieces to the Alay Sining, and donating a portion of the sale price of their art pieces to the exhibit’s intended recipients – the CHD patients that will be given free heart surgeries u...

Disruptors are welcome, from an old school perspective to the most advanced technological breakthroughs in power supply, whichever era you may be, CHANGE is inevitable. Nikola Tesla during our primary days as student was sadly in obscurity till we reach high school. He challenged the existing and widely accepted manner of lighting though oil lamps to the macro voltage - electricity distribution system courtesy of his well-accepted Alternating Current most commonly known AC. Nikola Tesla is not as famous as Tomas Edison as taught during basic education, but his works and legacy blazes up to this day. Same aspiration as CDR-King, your one stop media provider intends to manifest, to bring products and cost efficient means of power/electricity supply to every household. California E-bikes, a CDR-King subsidiary, open its doors in TONDO. The branch is powered by a hybrid electricity system that enables sustainable solar energy. As environmental friendly as it should be, it al...

Who are the good guys? Every single day, SM touches the lives of millions of people through its stores, malls, banks, hotel and leisure facilities. Now Filipinos can live in style, comfort, and convenience at SM Development Corporation (SMDC). SMDC commits itself to provide access to luxurious urban living through vertical villages perfectly integrated with a commercial retail environment, giving its residents access to a truly cosmopolitan lifestyle. SMDC properties are strategically situated in key areas across Metro Manila specifically the cities of Makati, Mandaluyong, Manila, Paranaque, Pasay, Pasig, Quezon City, and Taguig, as well as Tagaytay City. For more details visit:  Website : http://www.smdc.com Facebook :  SMDC The Good Guys

Ever wonder what it would be like to be blind? Get a chance to open your eyes with their “dark” condition at a special dinner event called “Dinner in the Dark” by Zoomanity Group  . This great cause will give you a unique experience of dining in total darkness and understand how it is to be blind. Zoomanity Group, one of the leading companies in the park industry, will host series of “Dinner in the Dark” for the benefit of the Eye Bank Foundation of the Philippines. This exceptional event will create awareness amongst us what it is like to lose our sense of sight and appreciate it even more. Guests will have a 30 minute orientation before the dinner which will be held in different Zoomanity parks and restaurant. During the dinner, the participants’ sense of sight will be totally diminished then their other senses will take over and will be heightened. Wonderful scents and sounds, and beautiful music, will be expected as well.   Catch this special dinner offer from 5...

Looking for a safe and reliable skin and laser treatments that are customized to fit your priorities, lifestyle and resources? Look no further,  Skin Philosophie - your one-stop center for Immaculate Corrections, holistic wellness and lifestyle solution is the best place to go. Located at the highly urbanized district - Bonifacio Global City ( BGC ) . Last October 3, 2015 after the Blogger Babes Asia launch of clozette.co  at   Vyne Tapas Bar and Restaurant  in BGC, I decided to drop by at Skin Philosophie at Fort Strip, just a stone's throw away from Vyne. As a stay-at-home mom, I seldom go out and pass by that area and I always make it a point to maximize my time whenever I'm out. It's like hitting two birds with one stone. When I entered their clinic, I was greeted by their courteous and cheerful staff. They were very accomodating. After I talked to one of their staff, she led me to one of the rooms. I availed the Windsor Clarifying Skin Polish (Skin ...

Want to have a fair, young and healthy looking skin with a product that's perfect for almost all skin types? Here's your chance to win exciting Gift Certificates from Gluta White and Firm by joining this month’s Online Promo! MECHANICS : 1. Like Gluta White and Firm’s official Facebook page or Follow Gluta White and Firm’s Instagram account @glutawhiteandfirm * You can either like or follow or do both for more chances of winning. 2. Share this photo publicly and tag us and 3 of your friends with a hashtag #ILoveGlutaWhiteandFirm *  You can share the photo as many as you can 3. Four lucky winners will win Php 2,500 worth of Dermclinic Gift Certificates. * 2 winners from Facebook and 2 winners from Instagram 4. Promo runs from October 5, 2015 to October 30, 2015. 5. Winners will be announced on October 31, 2015 thru our Facebook page and Instagram account and will receive a personal message. 6. Winners can claim their prizes at Gluta White and Firm’s Hea...

The biggest BPI AutoMadness still on this October!  The much awaited car sale from BPI Family Auto Loan is back with crazier offers and more venues than ever! The biggest of its kind yet as it runs online via  bpiautomadness.com   which started on September 1 spans to 8 shopping malls and 8 BPI branch venues in major cities across the country. It is also the longest running as the special car offers are made available for a month and a half. Car buyers will go crazy over the super low loan rates, free comprehensive insurance and over 500 car models offered during the BPI AutoMadness. " With the successful turn-out of our previous BPI AutoMadness events, we are committed to continuously come up with better offers to make car ownership more affordable and very convenient to every Filipino family. We want to make the best happen for Filipinos planning to buy their brand new car, may they be here or abroad ," says Pepe Carlos , VP and head of BPI F...

Sick? Tired? In pain?  Looking for a distinctive spa to soothe your senses? Look no further, JAB Hauz of Zen   is here to offer you a remarkable experience. JAB Hauz of Zen Holistic Center is a Wellness center that promotes alternative methods to cure ailments. They provide a more holistic way of promoting good health and wellness from head to foot. Mr.MITD and I were privileged to try out 3 of their services. They have a lot to offer, but what we had and tried were eye spa, nose spa and spine alignment. I must say I enjoyed the spine alignment the most , I love the sound of my cracking bones. Haha ♥Thank you Alice for taking our photos ♥ Here are the services they offer: 1. Cupping Therapy                                      P1500 Is an ancient Chinese form of alternative medicine in whichlocal suction is created on skin, to mobilize blood flow to promote heal...

Mommies and Daddies, it's the time of the year again when whe'd all get excited to attend a Halloween costume party for the many trick or treats events with our kids. If you are going to celebrate Halloween this year, I suggest to spend it out with the whole family at BEST WESTERN PLUS Antel Hotel   as our favorite magical creatures WIZARDS and FAIRIES will be there. Isn't that enchanting? Let's change the fear and scary feel of our kids to fun and magical one by joining us this October 31st 2015 from 10am until 2pm at Aqua Function Room with the best surprises and treats from our various boutiques at A.Venue Mall , Toccare Spa, and more! Enchanted Kingdom , Philippine Star and more partners that could give more excitement will be present to share with us this wonderful day. Tons of prizes awaits the kids and even parents and other adults. PLUS delectable lunch will be served by Azzurro Restaurante Mediterraneo that kids would surely love. Che...

Manila, Philippines---On October 12, 2015 The Commission On Election (COMELEC) headed by it's Spokesman, Director James Jimenez launched an initiative to educate and influence Filipinos to think better, empower their neighbors and to vote wisely with the launch of  #PILIpinas on Social Media. It's a campaign in order for Filipinos to be ready for this coming May 2016 election with the following objectives; 1. To have a better Philippines by electing the right government officials starts from the lowest post in Barangays up to the Presidential hopefuls. 2. To choose better candidates who will represent the masses. 3. To elect public servants who are patriotic, ready to sacrifice their life for the Filipino people and will help the Philippines to be a first world country once again. Filipinos right now are 100 Million according to statistics and based on the survey that our economy is getting stronger in terms of investors and employment rate which we're not ever...

Kumustá! (Hello/ How are you in Kapampangan) What is Apag Marangle? " In Kapampangan, “Apag” literally means something like “handaan” or a “setting in which food is laid out.” Meanwhile Marangle is “field” or “bukid.” A sign nearby very subtly has a notation “Hain sa Bukid.” Kapampangan food is one of the local cuisines here in the Philippines that is very much known to us. From its bold and savory dishes to its one of a kind dishes such as Camaru or crickets every Filipino is surely enamored by it. Camaru / crickets And Apag Marangle will surely tickle your taste buds without traveling outside of Manila for it! Located at the metro’s business hub – Makati city, they offer great deals good for the whole family. You can choose from the variety of boodle fights which is great for 5-6 people And prices would start at 1,100 pesos. They have four offerings which are ASIKAN (Bukid) (1,100 php) Ensaladang Paco (Fiddle head fern salad with salted eggs and special ...

"I swear like the shadow that's by your side I'll be there for better or worse till death do us part I'll love you with every beat of my heart and I swear"  "Forever, and ever, you'll stay in my heart, and I'll love you Forever, and ever, we never will part, oh I love you Together, forever, that's how it should be Living without you Would only mean heartbreak for me..."  Did you sing along? Yes? Well, you must be my High School batch or just an old soul kid.  "I swear ",  one of All - 4 - One's best-known hit single during the 90's , from their self-titled debut album. And the second song is from the movie My Bestfriend's wedding (which I've watched for nth times coz I am Julia Roberts' big fan and keep crying everytime I watch it. Haha) "I say a little prayer" by no other than Diana King. All-4-One is an American male R&B / pop group comprises Jamie Jones, Delious Kennedy, Alfre...