PAGTUTULUNGAN.ORG: UNICEF to launch Auction for Action: The Manny Baldemor Sabrosa Series

From Manny Baldemor’s Sabrosa Series; oil on canvas; unframed: 12in x 16in; framed: 21.5in x 25.5in. UNICEF Philippines and eBay Philippines launches its second online fundraising campaign from December 5 to 11, 2011 on www.ebay.ph/unicef.

UNICEF Philippines and eBay Philippines launches its second online fundraising campaign through UNICEF Auction for Action: The Manny Baldemor Sabrosa Series from December 5 to 11, 2011 on www.ebay.ph/unicef.

As one of the featured artists in the first UNICEF Auction for Action last May, UNICEF visual artist Manny Baldemor once again shares his generous talent for the benefit of UNICEF programs for children in the Philippines and worldwide. “I have received so many blessings that it’s only right to share and give back. Children’s welfare has always been close to my heart and that’s why I work with UNICEF Philippines because they help children in the poorest and most disadvantaged areas,” shares Baldemor.

 

FASHIONISTA: Bum Holds Fashion Show With Cosplay as Theme

Local clothing brand BUM brings the Cosplay trend to the fore with a one-of-a-kind fashion show at the SM Mall of Asia. If you have a story to tell, don’t keep it to yourself. Flaunt and let the world know through fashion.

This has been the youth’s battle-cry these days. Not only are they daring, wearing their colors on their sleeves proudly, they are pushing the envelope when it comes to dressing up, as well.

Even the term “costume play” or “cosplay”, which is the act of dressing up as a fictional character inspired from an anime TV series, or a character they idolized, has found its way into the youth’s wardrobe. Cosplay is no longer a style but it has become a “trend” that is normally seen and worn on the streets.

HEALTHY LYF: Protect Your Kids at Home with Filtrete

Homeowners might find it surprising that indoor air can sometimes be worse than outdoor air. According to the U.S Environmental Protection Agency (U.S EPA), the air we breathe inside our homes can be two to five times worse than air outdoors. This stunning discovery is identified as posing an even greater risk to our health as most people spend 90% of their times indoors. Particles such as pollen, mold spores, dust mites, and other allergens, visible or not, carry viruses and bacteria that may harm us and our family’s health. 

To make things even more surprising, some of the most widely-used cleaning methods, such as sweeping and vacuuming, can even increase the circulation of such particles. For moms, protecting the health and safety of their children is their primary concern. Even when they clean the house using the latest cleaning tools and equipments and having the best air quality would not undermine the existence of these dangerous microscopic things.

In order to reduce the amount of disease-carrying airborne particles, it is essential to use an air filter that can effectively combat some of the most pervasive airborne particles. Filtrete™ Home Filtration Products offer the most effective and trusted air filtering products in various sizes that can cover a wide range of filtration levels for those with or without forced air heating or cooling systems.

REEL DEAL Movies and Teleision: The Adventures of TinTin SPOTLIGHT

From Billy Elliot  to Jumper, Jamie Bell is the iconic Speilberg’s Tintin

To play the iconic role of the intrepid, boyish reporter who has mirrored countless dreams of adventure, the filmmakers chose Jamie Bell.   “Jamie’s performance in Billy Elliot was astonishing to me, not just the subtlety of his acting, but the tremendous physical performance he gave,” Spielberg notes.  “Peter and I both thought he had all the right qualities for Tintin.”

Growing up in England, Bell had been a Tintin fan since childhood. “There’s something about Hergé’s art that leaves an imprint on you.  It’s unforgettable,” he muses.  But now, he had the chance to imprint the character with tangible, human emotions and that thrilled him.  

OPEN 4 BUSINESS: RCBC Bankard BIG GARMENTS SALE

There’s only a few more days till December! Have any of you started shopping for gifts already? If not, then you’re in luck!  RCBC Bankard brings you the much-awaited BIG GARMENTS SALE for your early Christmas shopping extravaganza!

Make a mad dash to the warehouse sale and enjoy great shopping for everyone on your gift list. If you’re an RCBC Bankard cardholder, you can avail of exclusive 0% Installment for 3 months. Best deal ever if you have a long list of people to buy gifts for!

MUSIC LYF: ARKO - Bitter, Sweet, and Even and FANSILOG aimed to unite OPM Artists and Fans

Music has always been a universal language. It ties everyone together and unites us. But with the rise of the Internet, the media landscape has definitely changed. 

This is also what these four individuals from various fields, thought of when they came up with the newest OPM website FANSILOG.com. Freelance video producer Frank Lloyd Mamaril, together with Robbie Ortega (licensed engineer), Jason Talon (IT Practitioner), and Raul Robles (IT Support Engineer), coming from an all-male choral group themselves, music was really in their system. It didn’t take long when they came up with an idea of an all-filipino website catering to music enthusiasts and fans alike. 

Fansilog is an all- Filipino music content website where OPM Artists and fans can log in and exchange. Artists and bands can upload their songs and videos and let their fans know where their next gig will be and at the same time view exclusive content like interviews, music videos bootlegs, and versions. 

LAKBAYAN: Discover BonPen Diaries (Part 3 - Agri Fair and Potogo Church))

Now on the next installment of the BonPen Diaries in Quezon we are still in the host town Pitogo and after checking out the historical places in the town, we had lunch and went on our way to check out the Agri Fair beside the historical church of the town (Conversion of St. Paul). The Agri Fair features booths from the towns in the BonPen region with signature products on sale and also at affordable prices. The booths are also designed very well to compete for the best booth award . 

ART IS A BANG: Be part of the Ballet Philippines Privilege Card

Support the Arts Through The Hottest Charity Event of 2012 

For 42 years, Ballet Philippines has been the premier professional ballet and contemporary dance  company of the country, and our commitment to the arts and culture has kept us at the forefront of  dance in the Philippines. 

  

On January 17 and 18, 2012, Ballet Philippines presents TANGO FIRE, the renowned Argentine Tango  group from Buenos Aires, at the Newport Performing Arts Theater in Resorts World Manila at 8 PM. This is a fundraising performance that will benefit Ballet Philippines’ Arts Education Program “ Share the Magic.” We bring children from public schools who would not otherwise have the chance  to watch a  ballet and expose them to the beauty, precision and grandeur of the art.  

  

Message of Outgoing Cardinal Rosales

With less than a decade of as the Archbishop/Cardinal of Manila. Cardinal Rosales  will be retiring and the seat of the Archdiocese of Manila will be administered by Archbishop-elect (by the Vatican) Bishop Chito Tagle.

Though not yet officially installed, Cardinal Rosales sends the Filipino Catholic Community with a message on video (below) as a way of being thankful for the church  (people) for supporting his projects and made a big difference. 

Though not as controversial as Cardinal Sin, he s unusual charm toward the youth. His famous project is the Piondo ng Pinoy which garnered funds in supporting orphanes, hospital etc. Now lets hear his Final Message as Cardinal.

Here at the Pangasinan Digital Life ICT Congress!

Here now at Lingayen at the Provincial Capitol Complex for the Pangasinan Digital Life ICT Congress that starts today, November 21 to 26, 2011. Some of speakers will be Vince Golangco (wheninmanila.com), Janette Toral (digital filipino), Carlo Ople (Unbox.ph, TV 5) and many more (including your truly!). Its a great move especially for the people of Pangasinan, though agricultural in nature has now embraced the dawn of the digital age that is now improving productivity and connection between the government and also the citizens.

For more information about the program and schedules visit www.pangasinandigital.com. Like them on facebook, same with their supportive Governor Amado Espino. The topics are made to suit the needs of specific citizens of Pangasinan. With this milestone, many other provincial government officials will support the growth of Information Technology in provinces where they can indeed make a great difference and improvement of the lives of its people.

Follow @asinandigital for updates and more news to be posted here in MTL!