Amy Poehler Lends Joyful Voice for "Inside Out"

One of Hollywood’s most versatile and sought-after talents, Amy Poehler is perhaps best known for her starring role on the Emmy®-nominated NBC comedy series “Parks and Recreation,” which began its seventh and final season in February 2015. Her portrayal of Leslie Knope earned her a 2014 Golden Globe® Award for best actress in a TV series, musical or comedy.

In Disney-Pixar’s new adventure comedy “Inside Out,” Poehler breathes life to the emotion Joy whose goal has always been to make sure 11-year-old Riley stays happy. She is lighthearted, optimistic and determined to find the fun in every situation. Joy sees challenges in Riley’s life as opportunities, and the less happy moments as hiccups on the way back to something great. As long as Riley is happy, so is Joy.

The 36th Agora Awards: A Beacon of Marketing Excellence

Marketing is a dynamic and continuously evolving field. Every year, Filipino companies come up with innovative and effective marketing campaigns that change the mindsets of consumers and build brands. These are campaigns that embed themselves in the minds of people, creating results and bringing success. 

In the Philippines, one award recognizes these marketing breakthroughs. An award with a long history of recognizing the best of the best in Philippine marketing. It’s an award that’s highly regarded and most prestigious that it’s known as “The Oscars of Philippine Marketing.” It’s better known in the Philippines as The Agora Award.

Amaia Land holds topping-off ceremony for Amaia Steps Bicutan

Amaia Steps Bicutan holds topping off ceremony last June 13, 2015.

There's no stopping Amaia Land from providing quality residences to more Filipino families. Amaia recently celebrated another milestone with the topping-off ceremony of Aria A Building at Amaia Steps Bicutan 1 in Parañaque City last June 13. 

The topping off ceremony was attended by guests and key Amaia officials, Ms. Loren B. Sales, AVP; Ms. Cybill Samillano, Senior Project Development Manager; Ms. Kristel Manalo, Project Development Manager; Ms. Nadine Kison, Project Development Associate; Mr. Manuel Baltazar, Innovative and Design Group Manager; Mr. Regidor Mapanao, Architectural Supervisor; Mr. Jose Pangan, Project Manager; Mr. Joselito Sanchez, Jr., Area Manager and Rev. Fr. Henry John, who blessed the site.

Latest "Spectre" Vlog Shines Light on New Bond Women‏

The new Bond women in Columbia Pictures' upcoming SPECTRE dominate the newly-released vlog from the film, which may be viewed here at https://youtu.be/Nycae32v1Ok.

Featuring Léa Seydoux and Monica Bellucci, as well as director Sam Mendes, the latest footage gives viewers a glimpse of the roles these actresses play in SPECTRE.

Sam Mendes says, “In the film, the two women who Bond hooks up with, both have great mystery, they both have depths and for that you need fantastic actresses.”

REEL DEAL: The Man From U.N.C.L.E. REVIEW

Before we will see again Henry Cavil as the man of steel next year, he will go on a secret mission first as a charming CIA agent that goes into a complicated case, and eventually teaming with an unlikely partner. The Man From U.N.C.L.E. bring two super agents Napoleon Solo (Henry Cavill) and Russia's KGB Illya  Kuryakin (Armie Hammer) together in pursuit of the people threatening to bring nuclear turmoil in the world.

Of course the partnership was not easy and very awkward. With both having unique skills and gadgets that makes them par with the  British James Bond, the two also involves Gabby Teller (Alicia Vikander) who is the key in infiltrating the enemy camp with connections, wit, charm, and other tricks.

The Man From U.N.C.L.E. is directed by Guy Ritchie based on the TV series of the same name back in the sixties. Despite its period that is comparatively huge from what spy movies are today, the film has that charisma of that period with the characters.

McJim Classic Leather continues to support Filipino talents across the globe

Sustaining its support for world-class Filipino designers, long established gentlemen’s brand, McJim Classic Leather, supported renowned fashion designer Avel Bacudio at the Style Origin 2015, which was held last June 20 in Bonifacio Global City, Taguig.

“McJim Classic Leather celebrates world-class Filipino talents! The brand is out there to support global artists like Avel Bacudio and do collaborations with them or support them in any way possible to produce great outputs,” McJim Classic Leather said in an official statement.

DepEd boosts capacity for its last mile efforts

The Department of Education (DepEd) is conducting a series of workshops for its regional and division coordinators for the Adopt-A-School Program (ASP) to strengthen the capacity of its field offices for building partnerships and linkages with educational stakeholders from different sectors for the Department’s Senior High School and other last mile efforts.

The workshop aims to orient newly-designated ASP coordinators on their roles and responsibilities, strengthen coordination, and reinforce guidelines concerning the said program. Standardization among ASP-related processes from project preparation to implementation and monitoring was also emphasized. 

Chris Hemsworth Displays Comedic Chops in "Vacation"

Australian actor and “Thor” himself, Chris Hemsworth dips his toes in the comedy pool with New Line Cinema's adult ribtickler, “Vacation.”

Hemsworth plays Stone Crandall, a popular on-air forecaster who has done very well and is on the cusp of even more success, with the ranch and cattle and man toys to prove it. And as the Griswold's trip spirals out of control, Rusty (Ed Helms) and his family find themselves on his doorstep.

Loss of Strength A Top Health Concern In The Philippines

It is well-recognized that loss of strength is a reality for most adults as they age.  Loss of strength may be an indication of a decrease in muscle mass or not getting the right level of nutrition, otherwise known as nutrition gaps.  In the Philippines, strength becomes even more important as one ages.2 In fact, a survey among Filipinos aged 40 and up shows that loss of strength is their top health concern.1    In addition to the natural decrease in muscle mass as people get older, several factors such as poor food choices, decreased appetite or difficulty in digesting certain foods contribute to muscle loss.   

Nutritional Status Has An Impact On Muscle Health

Nutritional status has a great impact on muscle health and strength.  In a clinical nutrition review, lower absolute hand grip strength values were found in malnourished patients when compared to well-nourished hospitalized patients.

Electrolux calls out for better environments for children with asthma

Electrolux invites everyone to send 10,000 straws to school staff members and other decision makers across the globe in the #spacetobreathe initiative.

A straw can be more than just something for drinking. Electrolux, a global leader in home appliances, gives this everyday item a new meaning in their latest campaign to raise awareness on a potentially serious illness— asthma.

About 14% of the world’s children suffer from asthmatic symptoms, and it has been a leading cause of school absenteeism, and a common reason for children being excluded from sports and other activities. In the Philippines alone, around 10 million people have this disease. By asking 10,000 school staff members, sports coaches, and decision makers to breathe through a straw, Electrolux hopes to inspire the community to create asthma-friendly environments.