by Penny Angeles-Tan | Nov 6, 2017 | Events
Why wait until December to do your Christmas shopping when Lazada is offering awesome deals offered now and in the days to come? Some of those deals are so good they make me want to swoon. 😀
Shopping at Lazada is easy to do.
- no credit card? No problem! Lazada offers cash on delivery purchases
- worried about shipping fees? Not to worry! Most of their items do not charge for shipping
- did you have a problem with the item delivered to you? Not a big deal. Lazada has a return policy which makes returning or having items replaced easy.
The items I am listing below are all on special sale from now until November 9, 2017.
Original price: P1,999
Sale price: PX99
Original price: P169
Sale price: PX9
Original price: P5,799
Sale price: P4,X99
Original price: P999
Sale price: P2X9
Original price: P999
Sale price: PX99
And that’s just the beginning! In just a few days we can SHOP THE UNIVERSE at Lazada’s online revolution 2017. Watch out for more teasers from me in the coming days.
by Penny Angeles-Tan | Oct 6, 2017 | Events
You are graduating from high school this school year, you’ve applied to different colleges for acceptance, including the University of the Philippines … are you ready for the UPCAT?
The first ever mock exam for the University of the Philippines College Admission Test (UPCAT) in the country is now available for everyone with a computer and internet connection for every student taking the UPCAT this year.
AHEAD, the leading and most awarded tutorial and review center in the country once again introduced this innovation to prepare students who will take the UPCAT this coming October 21-22, 2017.
Only the creme dela creme are admitted in the University of the Philippines. UP graduates are deemed to be more ready for work and are given more opportunities in the past decades. UP produced 7 of 14 presidents of the the Philippines, national scientists and artists, chief justices, renowned entrepreneurs, and industry leaders, among others. UP has 15 campuses nationwide.
UP Oblation
UP remains to be the university with the largest number of applicants every year. UPCAT is one of the country’s most competitive exams, having 70,000 examinees of which only 10 percent pass. Tuition in UP will be waived next year so more students are expected to take the UPCAT.
AHEAD’s mission and vision include reaching more students; and through the internet, students from as far as Visayas and Mindanao can now experience taking the exam under time limit.
With the UPCAT online mock exam, students will be able to take a simulated test that will give them an idea about their chances of passing the UPCAT.
AHEAD helped create the tutorial and review industry in the country. It is known for creating many firsts. AHEAD published the first UPCAT book and UPCAT APP. It is the first review center that offered review specifically for UP, Ateneo and De La Salle. AHEAD is also the first center to offer a program that guarantees passing, or your money-back.
Aside from UPCAT, AHEAD also offers an online mock exam for the De La Salle University, and in the following months the University of Asia and the Pacific and other state universities’ entrance exams. Like UP, other state universities will also waive their tuition fee next year.
Is the mock UPCAT anything like the real one?
The mock UPCAT is like the real exam — it contains the same subjects and it’s also four hours long. AHEAD advises that students be ready with two bond papers to be used as scratch papers for math; snacks and drinks; and to go to the restroom before they start the test.
The test must be taken in front of a desktop or laptop with the following specifications and programs.
- A minimum internet speed of 1MBPS
- Desktop or laptop computer with at least 2GB of RAM
- Windows 7 or higher / OS X Mavericks (Version 10.9) or higher
Taking mock tests will help students have a feel of the exam so they will be more at ease during the actual exam. Students who need support after getting their scores can get explanation from AHEAD tutors in AHEAD branches in Quezon City, Ortigas, Alabang, Antipolo, Tuguegarao, Baguio, and Makati.
Or they can get an online tutorial so they don’t have to travel to the tutorial center but speak to a teacher live. They can also inquire about this by emailing on****@*******du.ph or calling 09178911187.
Education will always be the best investment. And education from the best universities will always have the best ROI.
UPCAT 2018 schedule
by Penny Angeles-Tan | Sep 29, 2017 | Events
Another milestone to mark Maxicare Healthcare Corporation’s 30th Anniversary is the opening of its newest Primary Care Center (PCC) in one of the biggest business districts in the metro: the Bonifacio Global City (BGC) in Taguig City.
In the service of more than 1.1 Million Filipinos, Maxicare has always been keen on providing its Members efficient and convenient ways for them to access their health benefits. Operating 24/7, the new Maxicare PCC will be able to serve Members, majority are from BPOs within the vicinity, across different shifts. It is also a more accessible way to get immediate medical attention, with better care and experience, considering the high volume of patients in hospital ERs.
This new Maxicare PCC is equipped with complete capability of a stand-alone multispecialty clinic. It is a closed loop health care facility where one can book a consultation appointment with doctors and do laboratory procedure, if requested by the doctor, within the same premise.
It is with pride that the new PCC is equipped with state-of-the art machines to facilitate the most common procedure requested by doctors and members. Moreover, as Maxicare vouches to be more steadfast in its ‘Go Green’ campaign, the machines and technology are certified eco – friendly and will facilitate paperless processes.
Strategically located at the W City Center in BGC, a building categorized as Class A by BOMA (Building Owners and Managers Association Internationale) and LEED-compliant, the PCC is also designed and equipped to be environment-friendly and to reduce our carbon footprint.
This reflects Maxicare’s commitment to sustainability and serving its members for future generations.
Not yet a Maxicare Member? A service card, depending on one’s medical need such as consult only, is available for purchase at the PCC.
The new Maxicare Primary Care Center is now ready to serve you. Visit the PCC at the Ground Floor of W City Center, 7th Avenue corner 30th Street, BGC, Taguig City. You may also call (02) 908.6957 for any inquiries or appointment.
Other Maxicare PCCs are located at the following:
- Cardinal Santos Medical Center
- Centuria Medical Makati
- Chinese General Hospital
- Lipa City Batangas
- Makati Medical Center
- MyHealth Makati
- St. Luke’s Medical Center BGC
- St. Luke’s Medical Center Quezon City
- The Medical City
Visit www.maxicare.com.ph, or the social media accounts listed below, to know more about the products and services of the leading Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) in the country.
by Penny Angeles-Tan | Sep 23, 2017 | Events
They say that teaching is the only profession that creates other professions. I believe this to be true. Without a teacher there wouldn’t be doctors, engineers, mechanics, artists, etc., and yes, more teachers.
Most, if not all of us would agree that our first teacher was our parent (mom). She taught the difference between right from wrong. Then at age 3 or 4 (sometimes older) we are sent off to school everyday to learn from another person … our school teacher. Our teachers change from subject to subject, quarter to quarter, term to term, year to year. And in all that time and all those teachers there is often one or two that we remember fondly — the teacher/s that made a great impact in our life.
In a recent presscon, Director Anthony Hernandez and the cast of the movie introduce New Generation Heroes, their new movie that will be available for viewing starting October 4. New Generation Heroes is a World Teacher’s Day presentation.
The New Generation Heroes
Director Anthony Hernandez honors teachers in his upcoming film, New Generation Heroes. In this film he features four (4) teachers starting with a retired, well-respected and well-loved teacher of 40 years played by Anita Linda,
In comes a pushcart educator named Gener played by Jao Mapa. His character is most likely inspired by the story of Efren Peñaflorida, the pushcart educator who was named CNN Hero of the Year in 2009.
Efren Peñaflorida, CNN Hero of the Year in 2009
Third is an enterprising teacher named Lolita played by Mrs. Universe 2017 Joyce Peñas Pilarsky. She is a widow and the sole provider for her children.
Her need to raise her family has led to her finding all sorts of ways to make enough to make ends meet besides teaching – networking, buy and sell, selling home-cooked meals, etc.
And last is Cora played by Aiko Melendez, an OFW who is an English teacher in Korea.
She decided to work overseas in an effort to give her family in the Philippines a better life — tuition for her 2 children and the construction of their home. Little did she know that her husband was using the money she sent home on alcohol and gambling and her eldest child, Tony, was a drug addict.
Her son, Tony, was killed by the police as part of the government’s operation “tokhang” and this became her motivation to leave her job in Korea and decide to come back home to the Philippines.
Four stories of dedication, strength of character, love of family … these four are the new generation heroes.
New Generation Heroes can be viewed at SM Cinemas starting Oct. 4, 2017. Watch this film and think about those beloved teachers from our past and present.
by Penny Angeles-Tan | Aug 1, 2017 | Events
Make-up enthusiasts were treated to a day of dolling up as Ever Bilena, the country’s leading cosmetics brand, and Ever Bilena Advance, its premium product line, hosted Bold Beauty – an event where make-up enthusiasts and beauty bloggers experimented with a wide selection of make-up pegs like, 90’s Beauties, Brow Story, Nude Alert, Sunrise Pink, Igari, and many more, using only Ever Bilena and EB Advance products.
Present at the event were (L-R): Ever Bilena brand manager Christel Roca, Ever Bilena key accounts manager Denise Sy, Kirsten Sy, Ever Bilena marketing manager Olive Padilla, Ever Bilena Advance brand manager Creole David, and Blackwater brand manager Ivan Banez.
To know more about Ever Bilena and Ever Bilena Advance, visit www.everbilena.com.ph, and follow www.facebook.com/everbilenacosmetics, and www.facebook.com/EBAdvance.
by Penny Angeles-Tan | May 26, 2017 | Events
Top heritage street food vendors and celebrity chefs from across the globe will soon flock Manila for an exciting five days of gastronomic adventure of local and international street food at the World Street Food Congress 2017 (WSFC17).
Happening on May 31 – June 4, 2017 at the SM Mall of Asia Concert Grounds, these experts will be sharing insights, developments, and opportunities in street food heritage and culture in the World Street Food Dialogue. Over 30 authentic street food vendors from 13 nations, including Philippines, will be flown in to dazzle the foodies at the World Street Food Jamboree component.
WSFC17 special guests
Leading the roster of dialogue speakers are Anthony Bourdain, international food and travel celebrity, and Greg Drescher who is currently the vice-president of strategic initiatives and industry leadership at The Culinary Institute of America (CIA).
Joining him are our country’s very own culinary maven, Claude Tayag, who specializes in Kapampangan dishes and owns the famous Bale Datung as well as Sau Del Rosario who is a proud owner of the popular modern Kapampangan café, Café Fleur and 25 Seeds, SARSA’s JP Anglo, and Rafael Jardeleza who is the founder of project director of the annual Tabu-an Western Visayas Ilonggo Heritage Cooking Competition and Food Fair.
Malcolm Lee
Mai Pham
Also included in the list of speakers are:
- Mai Pham, author of several award-winning cookbooks including The Best of Vietnamese & Thai Cooking, Pleasures of the Vietnamese Table and Flavours of Asia and,
- Malcolm Lee who is the head chef and owner of the first Michelin-starred Peranakan restaurant, Candlenut, to name a few.
KF Seetoh
Curated by K.F. Seetoh and organized by Makansutra and presented by the Department of Tourism (DOT) and the Tourism Promotions Board (TPB), this year’s WSFC17 is bigger and better with over 50 kinds of street food representing 13 different countries in over 30 stalls plus pop-up booths.
Other activities at WSFC17
Aside from World Street Food Dialogue, the event will also host the World Street Food Jamboree, where you can sample different local and international street food and at the same time mingle with celebrity chefs at the cooking demo; and the World Street Food Awards, where the best of industry professionals will be awarded.
Schedule of activities:
WSFC17 Dialogue
Venue: airconditioned tent at the SM Mall of Asia Concert Grounds
- May 31 – 8am to 5:30pm
- June 01 – 8am to 5:30pm
WSFC17 Jamboree
| May 31 to June 02 |
Wednesday to Friday |
4pm to 11pm |
| June 03 |
Saturday |
1pm to 11pm |
| June 04 |
Sunday |
1pm to 9pm |
WSFC is one of the world’s biggest food destinations and with an even bigger and better event this year, it will sure to attract more global attention. This paves the way for the Philippines to be recognized as one of the world’s most go-to food destinations.
AHEAD, the leading and most awarded tutorial and review center in the country once again introduced this innovation to prepare students who will take the UPCAT this coming October 21-22, 2017.
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