Kata Opens in SM City Rosales and SM City Batangas

Kata Digital, the leading smartphone brand that is known for having highly competitive specs but reasonably priced, opens two new stores this month of July. These two new Kata Stores are in SM City Rosales in Pangasinan, and SM City Batangas. Discounts and freebies awaits buyers.

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SM makes indoor play Kidzooona-mazing!

Gone are the days when the rainy season dampens the spirits of the kids and the kids at heart because SM Supermalls, the country’s biggest mall network, further takes family fun to the next level with the growing number of the famous Kidzooona edutainment playlands inside the SM malls.

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Lovin My Kata F2

I know that Kata F2 is classified as an entry-level smartphone but it has all the features that I need for my daily use (game, video, movie, music, ebook). I didn't realize that I am already "attached" to it since Day 1.

So I like the color - "pearly" white. I believe that white is a very classy color. Clean and no-fuss, don't-mess-with-me color. The color pairs well with any clothes, bag, shoes, even style. I mean, I can wear something casual in the morning or something dressy in the evening, and the phone won't feel out-of-place.

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Discovering the Fountain of Youth

Is it a myth or reality?

Even in the olden days, people have been searching for the fountain of youth . Maybe its because they want to live long or maintain their youthful looks. From Cleopatra to Marie Antoinette, and maybe even Jose Rizal's Maria Clara, these women are blessed with beauty and youthful appearance. But did these women really discovered the fountain of youth?

Sculpture by Isabel Tampinco, displayed at the National Museum

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AirAsia and Nikon x Best Travel Photographer

AirAsia teams up with Nikon and ThinkDharma Inc. (exclusive distributor of Nikon Digital Cameras) to organize a photo contest that will bring four Filipino contenders to travel around Asia to capture great moments of their trip.

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Madonna's Rebel Heart Tour Manila 2016

Are you ready to see the ultimate Material Girl? Madonna's Rebel Heart World Tour makes a pit stop in Manila on February 24, 2016. Mark your calendars now and reserve a ticket using your Citi Card. See photo for more details.

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Adventure Time Art Fair

Cartoon Network, the leading expert when it comes to children's program recently launched the Adventure Time Art Fair with Top Draw Animation. This is a unique art-based program begins this month and brings in a whole world of art and fun for kids. The art caravan will visit 10 schools around Metro Manila till end of September.

Highlighting the workshop are world-class animators and creative directors from Top Draw Animation, a local studio that does international projects for Cartoon Network that includes: Monster Beach and Exchange Student Zero, a new series that will premier this September.

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Crate & Barrel Flagship Store is Now Open in SM Makati

Crate & Barrel, an international retail chain of home furnishings opens its flagship store in SM Makati. This is also the store's biggest branch in Asia.

The new store features attractive achitectural design such as warm-toned wooden siding, glass and brick, pickled pine and painted white wood interior that provides a dramatic backdrop for the brand's elegant collection.

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Architect Bobby Mañosa and his daring Filipino aesthetics that shape Eskaya into a unique Bohol destination

PRESS RELEASE: 

Architect Francisco "Bobby" Mañosa is that rare breed of Filipino architect who championed the Filipino style at a time when foreign influence was the vogue and the use of indigenous materials was limited to a few brave souls.

It is therefore not surprising that Mañosa has been tapped to put to life the vision of the owners of the uppity Eskaya Beach Resort & Spa who wanted to incorporate the local culture in Bohol, where the 16-hectare gateway is located, into its aesthetics, particularly on its famous thatched villas known as "balais."

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Essilor Vision Foundation Supports Phil. Delegates to Special Olympics Social Impact Summit 2015

Essilor Vision Foundation has always been a staunch supporter of the Special Olympics, and this year, the foundation is sending off Brina Maxino and Sashi Montana to the 6-day international Special Olympics Social Impact Summit 2015 during the Special Olympics World Games in Los Angeles, California from July 23- 28, 2015.

The summit aims to gather youth leaders who will generate and implement actionable ideas that can educate, motivate and activate individuals, particularly the youth, towards accepting and including people with intellectual disabilities in community life and activities. 

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Kix Launches R U Tough Enough?

Kix, the ultimate TV destination for action entertainment is calling for participants for the R U Tough Enough? (RUTE). This is a nationwide search for Pinoy Toughies headed by RUTE Ambassador Daniel Matsunaga.

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Trend Micro Warns Enterprises Against Ransomware

Ransomware is a type of malware that prevents or limits users from accessing their system and forces its victims to pay the ransom through certain online payment methods to grant access back into their systems. On the other hand, crypto-ransomware, a specific ransomware, locks up affected systems and encrypts key files found on the systems hard drive. It was determined that Cryptolocker, a variant of crypto-ransomware, was able to extort USD 10,000,000 from victims until authorities disrupted the source in May 2014.

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Organic Baby Wipes for Baby's Sensitive Skin

Nowadays, parents are much more concerned with what they apply or use on their babies skin. I mean, years ago, the trend was "cutesy" more than functional and safe.

Organic Baby Wipes answers the question of is it safe for my baby's use. Errr, in this case, baby Kryztoff's use.

Here are my first impressions --

It is not heavily scented. I don't like strong scents myself so using something heavily scented on my baby is definitely a no-no.
It is not "too wet." Some wipes tend to drip, really. No kidding.
No alcohol, no paraben, no chlorine. Thumbs up for having no harmful chemicals. I mean, most moms use wipes to clean baby's sensitive parts so using something with chemicals might cause rashes and allergies.

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Museo Pambata

Museo Pambata is the dream and vision of Ms. Nina Lim-Yuson to provide an educational and interactive space for Filipino children. This vision was established in 1994 and has evolved thru the years.

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SM Supermalls Recognized At The Annual Reader's Digest Trusted Brands Survey

The Annual Reader's Digest Trusted Brands Survey is a survey done among five key markets in Asia to know about their most trusted brands and products from many different categories and industries. This year include SM Supermalls. The award solidifies SM's reputation as a top-notch valued brand in the region.

Receiving the award for the mall giant are Grace Magno, Vice-President of Advertising for SM Supermalls, Annie Garcia, President of SM Supermalls, and Ian Mathay, Assistant Vice-President for Operations of SM Supermalls. Presenting them with the award is Sheron White of Reader’s Digest (second from left).

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SM Cares Facilitated Earthquake Preparedness for Senior Citizens and PWDs

With the recent earthquakes that we've been having in the country and around the globe, thinking about the next "big one" must have come across our minds. Some who also experienced the earthquake during the early 1990's can attest to the feelings of being scared after having a succession of tremors, especially those in the heavily affected regions like Baguio and Nueva Ecija. That being said, we haven't really been properly grilled about "preparedness," and this is really a big concern for the elderlys and PWDs.

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SkyCable Treats Its Loyal Subscribers To A Movie Marathon

From July 4-11, 2015, as a way of saying "thank you" to SkyCable's loyal subscribers and because the Philippine's biggest cable company is also celebrating its 25th anniversary, the company is giving a special treat. SkyCable is opening up all 190 channels for the viewing pleasure of subscribers for FREE.

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