VOTE M&M's ORANGE for CHANGE!

IN ORANGE WE TRUST

M& M’s® Characters may come in a spectrum of colours, but which is the most popular of them all? Today M& M’s® launched its Vote & Win campaign, calling all Filipinos to vote for the most popular M& M’s® Candydate.

Tunog Natin! concert series lobbies support for OPM

TUNOG NATIN CONCERT SERIES

A FREE concert featuring some of the most distinguished and promising names in the local music scene will be staged at the Ayala Triangle Gardens on June 15 to lobby for public support for the slowly fading Original Pilipino Music (OPM).

REEL DEAL: Nestle Kasambuhay Habangbuhay Film Antology

Creative Blog Entries Dominate the Electrolux Dynamica Doom of the Broom Blog Contest

In photo are (from left): Electrolux Philippines
Product Manager Andrea Pionilla, Dynamica Doom
of the Broom Grand Prize Winner Iris Acosta and
 Electrolux Philippines Marketing Manager Terry Sales.

In line with its launch of the Dynamica vacuum cleaner, Electrolux, the global leader in household appliances from Sweden, recently concluded the much anticipated Doom of the Broom Blog Contest. Opened to all bloggers residing in the Philippines, 10 blog posts were chosen to win out of the many entries that made it to the April 30 cut-off. I wanted to join unfortunately, I was too busy and there was no broom at home. But with Dynamica, the future of the broom is doomed!

At the awarding night there were also games and prizes that everybody enjoyed as we  wait for the announcement of the winners. Winning the grand prize is “Doom of the Broom” by lifestyle blogger Iris Acosta of Pinay Ads. Iris Acosta demonstrated creativity by making an original comic strip that showed the difficulties of using a broom for everyday household cleaning. She described the special features of Dynamica vacuum cleaner which are perfect in saving her from the broom crisis. Also, the entry received the most positive feedback from readers, garnering an impressive number of 218 responses in the blog post. 

LRA and BPI Family Team Up for More Efficient and Secure Land Transactions

The Land Registration Authority (LRA) has recently ventured into a partnership with BPI Family Savings Bank (BFSB) to work hand in hand for the success of LRA’s Land Titling Computerization Project (LTCP) which aims to ensure accuracy and eliminate fraudulent land transactions by automating the processing of land dealings.

  (Photo shows from left to right):
Hon. Eulalio C. Diaz III, LRA Administrator;
and Mr. Jose Teodoro K. Limcaoco, BFSB President.

“Historically, BPI was the first to come up with the Automated Teller Machine (ATM) in the Philippines,” says Hon. Eulalio Diaz III, LRA Administrator. “BPI is the best choice to pilot this project because we are new to this and they can share with us their experiences and we will learn a lot from them.”

Through this partnership, BFSB and LRA aim to make land verification process more efficient and secure for the transacting public through the creation of a web-enabled system that will allow land owners to make enquiries on the status of a land title anywhere and anytime as well as to speed up the turn-around-time for issuance of land titles. This is also in line with the LRA’s vision to create a “paperless” system and secure tighter control over land titles.

DAYS OF LITERATURE: Rizal sa Call Center (Part 3)

PART 3

"SAN MIGUEL CLEANERS" Ito ang kompanya ko ngayon. Ang ahensyang naglilinis ng maruming kapaligiran, ang nag-aayos ng matinding kaguluhan at ang isa sa mga hinahamak at minamaliit na trabaho sa bansa. Ang pagiging janitor.

Hindi ko rin lubusang maisip kung bakit ito ang kinuha kong trabaho. Dapat nga ay nasa Call Center na ako ngayon... pero kung sa bagay, isang call center nga ang pinagtratrabahuan ko ngayon. Yun nga lang hindi ako kumukuha ng tawag, kinukuha ko lang ay yung mga basura nila. Maskit man isipin na ako ay ganito, medyo nasisiyahan na rin ako dahil at least nasa call center na ako. At mayroon na akong trabaho upang pantulong kay nanay.

Sa pagdaan ko sa napakaraming cubicle ng telepono, kompyuter at walang tigil na nagsasalitang mga tao, napapaisip ako kung ako na yung nakasalang doon. mautuwa kaya ako o magsisisi? Marami ang naglalakad, marami ang nagsasalita, palipat lipat ang ilan. May ilan tila beterano na sa pagsasalita, pero may ilan din na halata ko na medyo kinakabahan pa. Malaki ang "compound" ng kompanya. At syempre hindi ko naman sakop ang lahat nito, kabilang lang ako sa isang parte nito.

Malaki ang utang na loob ko kay Ser Jun, ang tanong nagbigay sa akin sa oportunidad para sa kasalukuyang trabaho ko. At dahil nasa isang buidling lang kame, ay lagi kami nagkikita. Sa bawat araw ko sa Kol Center ay naramdaman ko na hindi na ako makakasubok o maging isang agent. Sa tuwing nakikita ko si Ser Jun may binibigay siya sa akin, mga DVD na Inglish. Ayaw ko man tanggapin dahil parang sampal sa akin ang karanasan ko, lagi akong pinapalahanan ni Ser Jun na tiyagain kong panoorin ang mga ito dahil papasok din ito sa utak ko. Bibigyan naman niya ako ng pagkakataon muli sa interview kapag handa na ako. Basic lang naman ang kailangan kong masterin at kahit bisaya ang punto ko ay mawawala din yan ayon sa kanya, purong bisaya rin pala siya.

Araw araw nanonood ako ng DVD na english. At sa mga gabing iyon, naghahanda na ako ng pamunas, ihinahanda ko na sa pagdurugo ng utak ko. Ginagaya ko minsan ang mga dialouge, "You can't understand me, look into my heart... ". Sa totoo lang, tama nga si Sir, may pagbabago nga. Pero hindi madali sa simula dahil iba nga ito sa nakasanayan ko. Pink...Fili...Philippines...tree.. three...Pi...Finish...amazing...Thank you.

Mahigit isang taon na ako sa Call Center, pero janitor pa rin. Malaki naman ang tulong sa akin ng indirect training sa english. Hinihintay ko pa rin ang pagkakataon ni Sir Jun na mag-interbyu sa akin muli. Pero pinapaasa niya lang ba ako o ginu-good time. Ayaw ko na ata umasa. I need to say goodbye to this dream.

Nagulat na lang ako isang araw nang sa halip na DVD ay isang sulat ang inabot sa akin ni Sir Jun. Akala ko termination paper. Huwag naman, wala naman akong ginawang masama sa pananatili ko...teka... English Course ....tama ba ang basa ko? 1 week ... with allowance.. Muy Saliente!

At alam niyo na ata ang susunod pero ikukuwento ko na rin. Matapos ang isang linggong training pinasubok ako muli sa application at sa interbyu. Kinabahan ako uli, parang mauulit lang ang nakaraan. Hindi pa ata ako handa... bumabalik mule ang nakaraan kong gawain...Filippines...tree tausand...thenk u... ngunit hindi ko pa nabuksan ang aking bibig... at naalala ko ang DVD na napanood ko, nawala ang kaba ko, napa-sigh ako at nag simula sa pag-introduce sa aking sarili. "Hi, my name is Rizalino Saliente, you could call me Rizal for short.." at matapos nun ika nga, the rest is history..

Summer is Not Yet Over at Fontana Independence Day Music Festival

Schools in but summer is not officially over as it also independence day at Fontana Leisure Park in Clark, Pampanga. The party kick in on June 11, 2011 with a jam-packed array of singers and bands of different genres that everybody will enjoy. Fontana, known for its world class facilities that draws tourists to central Luzon,  boast this event to be similar to Spring Break parties in the United States. The main stage will be at the Olympic size pool and stretches to the wide area of the vicinity.

 At the presscon, it is revealed that the artists that will perform on June 11 consists of D-Coy (Beatmatics), Wika Artists, Artstrong Clarion, DJ Joker, Nyko Maca, DJ Arbie, and MIzz Snaper plus famous bands like Slapshock, Sandwich, Peace Pipe, Tropical Depression, Pop Shuvit and Kalayo with sexy acts like the Mocha Girls. Hosted by the alluring Paloma and MC Dash.

 Aside from the music one can also get into fun games and surprizes that will surely keep you entertained all day. And with Brazilian models who will also grace the event, its definitely a party to go to! Fontana also offers a free shuttle ride from Manila to Clark for those who wants to  escape the city for this independence day weekend. For tickets you can go to http://www.ticketnet.com.ph/ or visit the Fontana Leisure Park Facebook page and website.

 

The Grove by Rockwell Helps You Plan Your Own Kiddie Party

Need help planning your little one’s special day? Are you looking for that original party theme and the most creative giveaways your guests will love? Say no more to party headaches as The Grove by Rockwell invites you and the whole family to get tips and ideas on how to throw the best birthday bash ever at the second How to Plan a Kiddie Party Fair, to be held at The Grove by Rockwell this June 11, 10am to 7pm!

With the success of the first ever How to Plan a Kiddie Party last year, The Grove by Rockwell, in partnership with Mommy Mundo, is bringing together the top party suppliers to help you make that celebration extra special and even more memorable. From unique invitations, yummy snacks and exciting entertainment options, The Grove makes party-planning a breeze by putting an end to your frustrations in finding the best suppliers.

In line with Rockwell’s reputation of creating safe and close-knit communities through their premium developments, The Grove’s How to Plan a Kiddie Party is yet another testament to their commitment for family fun and neighborhood bonding.

So are you looking at a simple gathering with family? Or do you want a big themed party with games and fancy giveaways? Either way, stop by The Grove’s “How to Plan a Kiddie Party” Fair and make it the most fun family celebration yet! For inquiries, visit The Grove Community Center along C5, near Ortigas Avenue, www.facebook.com/thegrovebyrockwell or call 571-8151. For pre-registration, visit www.e-rockwell.com/grove..

CONVERSE BLOCK PARTY Celebrates Individuality, Independence and Relates The Story of Being an Iconic Shoe Brand

MALL-GOERS ENJOYED AN ALL-DAY BASH at the Converse Block Party. The party, inspired by the Fourth of July block parties in the U.S. told the story of the iconic Converse shoe brand: the activities included street games, basketball-skateboard-and-dance exhibitions, graffiti art, spray-painting, musical performances and a raffle for fun and fabulous prizes.

“The Converse Block Party is a global activity. In fact, Singapore and Vietnam and Australia have already finished their block parties. The activities at our party were chosen as a way of telling the story of Converse. That’s why we have basketball, skating, music, dance and other street activities.

REEL DEAL Movies and Television: X-men First Class

X-MEN FIRST CLASS

The world of X-men is one of my favorite things I love even when I was still a kid. The vast number of characters and personalities that shroud each character makes is appealing to everyone. And with the x-men movie series, there are also high hopes to give justice to plot and the characters.Though some of you was very disappointed with X3: the last stand. X-men first class is the Marvel's redemption from it. 

X-men first class tells the story of the two most prominent and former best friends Charles Xavier (Professor X) played by James McAvoy and Erik Lensherr (Magneto) played by Michael Fassbender. And with the appearances of mutants like Sebastian Shaw, Emma Frost, Azazel, Banshee, Angel , and a young Mystique. But also be surprized for another cameo of a Marvel favorite in the film. I know this would be a spoiler but to save you the hassle of waiting until the final credits, that there is no easter egg at the end. However, the movie itself promises a sequel.

In the movie, the questions about their past and the history of the Xavier School is revealed with the first class facing a world wide crisis. The rise of the brotherhood of evil mutants, and change of affiliations and the evolution of the more mutants and their personalities. The scenes of family and memories are so touching that almost made me cry, a thing that action films tries but fail to present. As of the moment we hope to see a sequel rather than the rumored X4. As it also awaken the mutant in each one of us, it was able to capture our imagination and our hearts.

  

Deliberation time kids!

Movie summary in 3 lines: MUTANT AND PROUD

Technical Effects: 3 out of 5 stars (though the timeline is set in the 70's, some of the effects seems vintage too)

Plot 4 out of 5 stars (answers all questions about their past and their present)

Popcornmeter (the rating if this movie would make you hungrier while watching) 3 out of 5 (i hope your stomach does not mutate, lol)

Acting and Actors 4 out of 5 stars (James McAvoy, though not bald is perfect for professor X!)

DVD worthiness 5 out of 5 stars (But must be separate from the other X-men trilogy)

Sequel worthiness 5 out of 5 stars (X-men Business Class perhaps?)

Overall Rating 4 out of 5 stars (the x-men movie so far!)