CFA Society Philippines Holds First Philippine Retail Investment Conference

CFA Society Philippines, the premier association of investment professionals in the country, will hold the first Philippine Retail Investment Conference on 28 May 2014 at SMX Aura Premier to help raise financial literacy among Filipino investors. The conference will bring together top Filipino finance executives and foreign investment professionals to share investment best practices and advice on how to become smart investors.

Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas Governor Amando Tetangco, Jr. will be the keynote speaker in the conference. Other speakers include Charles Yang, CFA, chair of the board of governors of CFA Institute together with Andrew Stotz, CFA, president of CFA Society Thailand who will share about the core principles to managing wealth; and Alan Lok, CFA, director of capital markets policy, Asia Pacific, at CFA Institute based in Hong Kong, will discuss lifestyle planning for investors.

Go On An Adventure And Chase The Sun

Everyone is invited to embark on a journey with Wrangler  running for 4 weeks, taking on 4 challenges and one unforgettable journey– from the highest peaks to the freshest waters – it doesn't really matter where you go, as long as you answer the call of the open road and live life under the sun.

The “Wrangler Sun Chaser Challenge”, a month long event that aims to bring out your adventurous spirit, urge you to leave all daily banalities behind and chase new horizons. Live across 9 countries in the Asia Pacific region, from April 14 – May 11, this is a true regional hunt for the ultimate adventurer among our dedicated Wrangler fans.

Every week, we are challenging you to conquer new territory and share your adventures on our Instagram hashtag #WranglerSunChaser.

National Geographic Channel Rejoices Over Sky-High Ratings For ‘Science of Stupid’

Starting with a big bang this April is a show that details the scientific principles behind the world’s most ridiculous stunts gone wrong—an apparent hit with Filipino viewers of National Geographic Channel (NGC) as it premiered on April 8, 2014 at 9 PM. Science of Stupid was launched with a screening of three consecutive episodes plus an immediate replay, which rated highly non-stop for three hours and garnered a combined rating of 1.875 for adults aged 16-49. In short, everyone loved the show!

NGC considers the premiere of Science of Stupid its highest rated launch ever, with the show peaking at 0.531 (A16-49) for the first replay of the first episode and averaging at 0.315 (A16-49) over the three hours for a consistently strong performance. Females aged 16-24 also tuned into Science of Stupid in huge numbers, rating at 1.114 at the premiere’s peak.

Taking A Digital Timeout with Analog Hours

I have to admit that my digital life takes a lot off my own personal/offline life. I would even say that I do facebook longer than I sleep, which is a fact and I'm sure that many of you would also be in the same situation. With almost all the things we have are found online and can be done with a click of buttons and touchscreens, the world has become smaller in terms of communications but a little bit bigger in terms of actual interactions with real life people.

With work, play, and even rest dominated by the pixels and electronics, I would like to go on a Digital Timeout. That means I would like to spend more time exploring the outside world, talk to people, sing, dance, and draw. Gradually but effectively shift to a more balanced digital and reality schedule. And with Holy Week staring next week, I hope to be faithful to that promise and find my offline self again.

Metro Launches The Ultimate Swimsuit And Summer Beauty Issue

The sun is out and that fun, light-hearted vibe of a new season is finally here—and with this bright time of the year in full burst, it’s also time to let who you are shine this summer. 

This month, in celebration of its 25th anniversary, Metro presents its Ultimate Swimsuit and Summer Beauty Issue, an essential guide to looking extra fabulous for the season. 

In its latest issue where summer is all about sexy, Metro features multi-faceted stylish beauty Heart Evangelista, looking sultry on the cover in pieces from Gucci’s Spring/Summer 2014 Collection. The five-time Metro cover girl opens up about her colorful journey in showbiz and shares her secrets to being one of the loveliest faces in Philippine entertainment. 

The Lifestyle Network Enters A New Adventure With "The Boston Kitchen Musical"

After the ground-breaking series “The Kitchen Musical,” which brought food, drama, and music together on television screens across seventeen Asian countries, the Lifestyle Network is bringing something even spicier.  

In June 2014 Lifestyle Network dishes out its latest mouth-watering drama-musical series “The Boston: The Kitchen Musical.” Set in one of America's historic cities, the new series looks into the lives of three young chefs as they re-launch their restaurant business while overcoming obstacles to follow their own creative visions.

“The Boston” features a multi-talented cast, led by Chicago-based stage and film actress Jennifer Blair Bianco, London-based German actor Michael Koltes, Australian actress and singer Natalia Moon, and hunky Fil-Am actorSteven Silva.

YOP: Vista Shaw - Home amid the Hubbub

It’s not always that history and modernity intersect in one real estate project but for Vista Shaw (formerly referred to as 515 Shaw as a nod to its address), they do. This 38-floor, two-tower project, located in the corner of Laurel Street and Shaw Boulevard in Mandaluyong City, features contemporary design and select modern-day amenities, with former President Jose P. Laurel’s historical mansion being a separate, but integral, part of the development.

“Originally, we thought of adapting the Laurel Mansion into a grand lobby but we decided to leave it untouched in order to preserve its integrity as a historical place and allow our residents to see it in its former glory,” says Elizabeth Kalaw, Division Head of Vista Residences. “Each of the two towers will now have its own well-appointed lobby that will usher the residents and their guests to an atmosphere of subtlety and refinement.”