APAFS, TOAP seek to promote a bigger and better outlook for fiduciaries, slates back-to-back conference in October

TOAP President and BPI SVP and Head of Asset Management and Trust Group, Ma. Teresa Javier smiles at the performance of the country's economy in strengthening and protecting itself from external factors and sees internal growth in Asia today. Ms. Javier shared her thoughts with the media on the upcoming Pacific Region Investment Conference organized by APAFS this October 20-21, 2011, as an opportunity for the Philippine Trustees and Wealth Managers to step up and have excellent standards of practice.

The Asia Pacific Association for Fiduciary Studies (APAFS), together with the Trust Officers Association of the Philippines (TOAP), aims to bring the biggest investment conference yet in the Asia Pacific region as the 11th Annual Pacific Region Investment Conference kicks off on October 20 and 21 barely after the Accredited Investment Fiduciary® Training on October 18 and 19.

MUSIC LYF: Tunog Natin! OPM concert series holds third leg at Market! Market!

AFTER the tremendous success of its first two concerts, “Tunog Natin! An OPM Concert Series” is back with yet another free musical gathering at Market! Market! in Bonifacio Global City (BGC) on October 21.

“Tunog Natin!” is a campaign that aims to revive the Filipinos’ interest for local artists and their records. The third leg of the concert coincides with the launch of Avida Land Corp.’s Avida CityFlex Towers BGC and Avida Towers 34th Street BGC.

“Tunog Natin 3 has a new set of performers that represent various music genres such as pop, rock, and RnB. This event is going to show how rich and diverse OPM is,” says gold record awardee Myrus, who is also the Project Head of Tunog Natin.

Bishop Tagle is the new Archbishop of Manila!

The Vatican just accepted the resignation of Cardinal Gaudencio Rosales as the Archbishop of Manila. To take his place will be the Bishop of the diocese of Imus, Bishop Chito Tagle. Cardinal Rosales filed his resignation way back 2007 when he turned 75 years old, wherein according to canon law that arch/bishops should file their retirement. Upon this announcement, Bishop Tagle had issued his statement.

XSTIG: Inno3DGTX550Ti and Devil 13 HD6970

Inno3D GeForce GTX550Ti now brings you visuals to the power of 3! The much anticipated Inno3D GeForce GTX550Ti Vision³ will be equipped with a multi-display design which supports 3 monitor output. A multiple monitor setup increases the net display area of a system and can be an inexpensive way of improving computer usage and provide gamers with a more immersive experience with their favourite titles. 3 monitor output is achieved with the Integrated Device Technology (IDT) chipset that allows the GTX550Ti to show off its immense graphics power across a 3 monitor setup display.

HEALTHY LYF: Nivea Silver Protect Keeps Me Fresh After Lazer Xtreme

I do dread long physical activities not because its difficult or I would get tired, but its the feeling of getting body odor after sweating a lot. Its not only me who has this dilemma but also other men who interact with many people everyday. That is why grooming is now a growing priority with men nowadays. And this also calls for products that are just not smells manly but also protects longer. This is why I like Nivea Men. And they have this new variant called Silver Protect. 

Now if we go back into chemistry and the the elements, Silver has this property to prevent bacteria from forming bonds up to create body odor. Its also the element that purifies water better than chlorine. And also this property has been known since ancient times and  now integrated into Nivea's deo roll on and body spray.

Francis Magalona Foundation: Making Better Filipinos For the Future

The Master Rapper Francis "Kiko" Magalona is not just a Hiphop artist but also a visionary. With a great dream that Pinoys can be proud of who they are and live out the potentials that  Kiko also dreamed of to live with dignity and sufficiency. 

The Magalona Family and Friends launched the Francis Magalona Foundation (FMF) to continue his legacy: Find Meaning in the Filipino. A people with a true sense of Filipino pride, personal integrity and commitment to positive change. Last October 4, 2011 the Birth Anniversary of Master Rapper, Francis Magalona, members of the press gathered to witness the launch of the Francis Magalona Foundation (FMF). Over two years after his death, the Magalona Family and close friends, have decided to continue FrancisM’s legacy.

FASHIONISTA: Tomato’s delicious fashion now in South Luzon

CHIC, TRENDY, FUN AND AFFORDABLE FASHION has finally arrived down South of Luzon—now that Tomato has opened three new stores in SM Southmall, SM Bacoor, and SM Bicutan.

“We are very happy and excited to bring Tomato here in Southern Luzon. More people can now avail of the best and hottest fashion items that we offer,” said Lennie Dionisio, Managing Director. 

Tomato is known for its wide-range collections of clothes, bags, accessories, and fragrances that are well loved by women who are trendy and chic. Customers also rave about the fact that Tomato’s stylish items are high quality yet very affordable. 

Southward expansion

REEL DEAL movies and Television: Budoy

Its very rare to see a teleserye that promotes a great cause rather than focusing more on loveteams or same old storyline that the people now won't buy anymore. However, this time ABS CBN now presents BUDOY, a story of a mentally-challenged boy seeking acceptance and love from the people around him. Because of his condition, he is faced of many hardships and ridicule from the public. Portrayed by former PBB Teen, Gerald Anderson (who have already played a guy with Torette syndrome for Maalaala mo kaya). This so far is his most challenging role so far and in the press preview, we were again teary eyed like the last press preview of 100 days to heaven. This series will start this Monday starting October 10.

ANC Shows Gets Jampacked This October

On its 15th year, more news and information are coming your way this October as ANC, the ABS-CBN News Channel, revives a prominent current affairs program on public figures’ profiles, launches a new primetime news telecast, and brings in broadcast journalists to two of its premier news programs.

ANC is bringing back “Pipol,” which aired on ABS-CBN from 1999 until 2006 and made its mark on Philippine television’s current affairs landscape by looking into the private lives of newsmakers, from glitzy celebrities to elusive politicians and illustrious athletes.

Anchored by seasoned and award-winning journalist Ces Oreña-Drilon, “Pipol” on ANC promises 30 minutes of exhaustive and intimate examination of powerful and ordinary people who are making a difference in their respective fields and communities. It will premiere on Monday (October 10) at 9:30 pm.

XSTIG: LG Bloggers and Media Night

LG, one of the world's best electronics company continues its quest in making products that push innovation that gives them the edge over their competitors. Now I was given. chance to get to know more about these products and features.

First is their pride which is the LG 3D Cinema TV which I can say is the best 3D TV of all with boasts of 5 amazing functions others never had or definitely above the others.

The night was filled with games with two competing sides (Lahat Guwapo anr Laging Gutom, which i am part of the former). First was a quick quiz with videos shown in very clear and sharp 3D, the first victory of Lahat Guwapo.

Then next was the Kinect Adventure which I participated and won it with flying colors. LG 3D TV can be bundled with Xbox 360 Kinect which produces great 3D image with less stress with 3D glasses and quality. Next up is a 3D video game challenge using the LG Optimus Smartphone as their controllers, and this time Laging Gutom bagged this round.