Mrs. Bacolod Globe 2016 presents 19 finalists

Mrs. Bacolod Globe 2016 presents 19 finalists

A total of 19 gorgeous married women and single moms successfully made it as finalists to the first-ever Mrs. Bacolod Globe 2016, a competition that encourages women in the City of Smiles to be movers of society and symbols of inspiration.

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Nineteen gorgeous married women and single moms made it as finalists to the first-ever Mrs. Bacolod Globe 2016, a competition that encourages women in the City of Smiles to be movers of society and symbols of inspiration.

The Mrs. Bacolod Globe Competition

The pageant is a component of the national pageant Mrs. Philippines Globe 2016, a national competition established in 2012 under the auspices of Mrs. Globe, an international competition touted as one of the biggest international beauty pageants for married women and single mothers.

Carla Cabrera Quimpo, Mrs. Globe Philippines 2011.

Carla Cabrera Quimpo, Mrs. Globe Philippines 2011.

According to Carla Cabrera Quimpo, National Pageant Director, franchise owner of Mrs. Philippines Globe, and Mrs. Globe Philippines herself in 2011, the turn out for the first Bacolod competition is very encouraging. “Each of the finalists embodies the positive traits of a true Bacolodnon woman. Their beauty, strength of character and achievements really shine through, making each a strong contender for the national title Mrs. Philippines Globe 2016.”

“Whoever advances to the national pageant will not only represent Bacolod well but will also serve as an inspiration to other married women in the province to become better versions of themselves,” added Ms. Quimpo.

The Finalists for 2016

This year’s Mrs. Bacolod Globe 2016 finalists are:

  1. Rosalia Jamaybay Fransz
  2. Janice Dinorog Makilan
  3. Michelle Christie De Castro Sayo
  4. Ma. Irene Altes
  5. Julie Kristie Martelino Mondia
  6. Analyn Marie Gayatin
  7. Mary Jean Medianero Basiano
  8. Mae Belen Gonzales Imperial.

Also included are:

  1. Monica Jeselle Pido Estrella
  2. Jean Eyre Lobaton Salazar
  3. Maria Theresa Tomayao Uhlmann
  4. Felamie Lopez Demegillo
  5. Stefannie Labis Montaner
  6. Jinky Dequina Girasol
  7. Kristoffersen Estrope Jison
  8. Michelle Duyungan Boyero
  9. Maria Althea Rose Mauricio
  10. Irish Menente Vale
  11. Rasha Mustafa Demonteverde.

The 19 finalists will compete in the Mrs. Bacolod Globe 2016 Finals Night on October 6, 2016, 7:00 PM at SMX Bacolod. Top actor Ian Veneracion will be gracing the event.

Candidates will be judged based on the following criteria:

  • 50% beauty, personality and appeal, and
  • 50% for physical physique.

The Awards and Prizes

The winner of the Mrs. Bacolod Globe 2016 title will win P40,000 cash while the first and second runners-up will each take home P20,000 and P10,000 cash respectively. Special awards will be given to 10 finalists including Darling of the Press, Best in Evening Wear, Most Beautiful Face, Mrs. Body Beautiful, Personality of the Year and Woman of Charity.

After the coronation, the Mrs. Bacolod Globe 2016 title holder will fly to Manila to compete in the Mrs. Philippines Globe 2016 National Competition on October 23, 2016 at the Samsung Hall, SM Aura, Taguig City.

The winner of the Mrs. Philippines Globe 2016 title will then fly to Beijing, China to compete in the prestigious Mrs. Globe international competition this December 11, 2016.

Mrs. GlobeFounded in 1996, Mrs. Globe is recognized worldwide as a competition that celebrates not just beauty, goodwill, and tourism awareness through pageantry and competition; but more importantly, it promotes and supports the admirable strength of mothers by giving them a chance to reinvent and unleash the better versions of themselves, and to communicate the deeper strength of every woman.

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Solane promotes Filipino values

Solane promotes Filipino values

Solane supports Filipino Values

Dapat lang may quality time. Enjoy cooking with all the reliable safety features of Solane’s LPG

Solane, the country’s leading LPG provider has launched a campaign that advocates positive Filipino values and emphasizes the importance of family.

As the country gears up for change, ISLA LPG Corporation (ILC), the leading LPG solutions company and owner of the brand Solane, launches an advocacy campaign that aims to remind consumers of the importance of family and positive Filipino values.

Dapat Lang …

Drawing inspiration from the popular Filipino expression, which in English means, “That’s how it should be… Rightly so,” ISLA LPG launches the “Dapat Lang” campaign — a program that emphasizes the importance of doing the right thing, for the family, for others and society as a whole.

The campaign also touches on the importance of bringing back traditional Filipino values which have somehow been misplaced in our high-technology, fast-paced, modern setting. These values include commitment to the family, honesty, hard work, respect for others, and integrity.

Solane LPG tank“As we prepare for the many changes happening in our environment, we at ISLA LPG would like to remind everyone of the Filipino values that define us as a people and to put importance on the family, being a good neighbor and a valuable member of society,” said ILC-CEO Ruben Domingo.

“Our new campaign reminds all of us — our consumers, employees, and business partners — to do the right thing in everything we do, all the time, wherever we are, in order to truly bring out positive change in all of us.”

How will this advocacy of Solane be promoted?

The advocacy campaign will be communicated with various mediums — print and radio ads, social media, and online videos, showcasing a mom cooking the best dishes for her family, an employee putting in ample time at work, a chef preparing high-quality ingredients for his customers, a manager catering to the needs of the client, the Solane Hatid Bahay rider ensuring that LPG delivery is safe and on time.

Solane websiteAs part of the Dapat Lang campaign, ISLA LPG is also launching a new website, which outlines the various ways with which Solane stakeholders can live out the new campaign principle in their everyday lives. The newly revamped site also features a blog that will serve as a way for ISLA LPG to communicate directly with its consumers, especially moms. The blog will feature quick and easy recipes and helpful and time-saving tips on cooking for the family, keeping a safe environment at work and home, and more.

Solane truck

Dapat lang good for the environment. Our expertise goes beyond our products. We aim for a better, cleaner, and greener environment.

For its part, ISLA LPG lives out the Dapat Lang campaign by doing what it does best since the brand Solane was launched almost five years ago — provide consumers with high-quality, safe, reliable LPG products.

“We value our consumers’ safety and we ensure that it is our key priority,” said Mr. Domingo. “We also value our customers’ trust by providing excellent products and services that are well worth their family’s hard-earned money.”

Solane DeliveryMoreover, ISLA LPG offers Solane Hatid-Bahay Service, an exclusive service provided to Solane LPG residential customers. ISLA LPG’s well-trained riders conduct a Weight Check in front of customers using calibrated portable weighing scales, assuring households of value for their money.

The Solane Hatid-Bahay riders also perform the 7-Point Safety Check free of charge to help ensure the safety of consumers and their families. This includes checking the surroundings, o-ring, regulator, regulator and valve connection, hose, hose connection, and flame quality.

Usap tayoFurthermore, ISLA LPG holds regular safety seminars for its customers as well as to various communities nationwide. The company’s employees and contractors follow strict compliance of safe LPG handling and fire safety. Through this, ISLA LPG has achieved a significant milestone of 13 million man hours without lost time injury.

This commitment to provide the best and safe product and service is, needless to say, reinforced with the launch of the company’s new advocacy campaign because as they say, Kapag LPG, Dapat Lang Solane!

To know more about the Dapat Lang campaign, visit Solane’s new website, www.solane.com.ph, and Facebook page, www.facebook.com/solane.ph.

Firefly Mobile unveils secret smartphone

Firefly Mobile unveils secret smartphone

Firefly Mobile took the smartphone industry by storm through launching their flagship unit they call AURII Envy. It has been hugely successful in the Philippine market as over 320,000 Filipinos have liked the product on Facebook. And now, Firefly Mobile has released their latest hit model, the AURII Secret Lite available at Lazada.com.ph.

Firefly Mobile Aurii

Firefly Mobile Aurii backIts first impressions are striking. The attractive colors and metal design will surely captivate you. If you’re up to some classic looking hue, then the Icy Champagne color is for you but if you are fascinated with darker shades, the Deep Ocean color would be a perfect choice.

My personal take … 

  • Deep Ocean for the gentlemen
  • Icy Champagne for the ladies

Design-wise, its compact body sports a curved back making it easier and more comfortable to hold. With OGS (One Glass Solution) technology, the 5.0” HD Display is fused with Corning Gorilla Glass 3 for added protection and an immersive view.

Firefly Mobile Aurii runs on Quad Core TechnologyDeep in its heart lies a 1.3Ghz Turbo Quad-core processor that runs with 1GB DDR3 RAM promising smooth, fast and lag-free performance. It comes with an 8GB Flash Memory expandable up to 128GB through MicroSD. Surprisingly for its price at Php 3,499, the phone is powered by a very feature packed and streamlined Android 6.0 Marshmallow.

cameraAnd of course, the most raved camera. Its 13MP rear camera is powered by SONY IMX149 Exmor image sensor that comes with Dual color flash ensuring clarity and brightness for more accurate colors and details. For selfies, the front camera works with a 5MP wide-angle lens and on-screen flash.

Firefly Mobile's Aurii shares it's power with other phones

Firefly Mobile’s Aurii shares it’s power with other phones

What’s more amazing is the Power Bank Feature of its fast-charging 3450 mAh Lithium Battery. This means that with a USB OTG connector, you can transform the phone into an instant power bank to charge up other smartphones and devices.

The Aurii Secret Lite is priced at P3,499 is available at Lazada. It comes with a free protective Armor Case and Tempered glass.

Visit www.lazada.com.ph or download the mobile app now for free. Check out the Durability Test Video:  

This is an official press release.

The Winning Moves of James Reid

The Winning Moves of James Reid

I confess, I am a big fan of James Reid. Not only for his looks but also for his abilities as an actor.

But then, I am also a HUGE fan of Century Tuna.  My all-time favorite is the Century Tuna Hot and Spicy Tuna (a favorite of my family as well).  We have it over rice, with pandesal, on a salad, made into a sandwich spread, eaten as a viand AFTER it was made into a spread, lol! The list goes on. But my favorite baon treats are the Century Tuna Vienna Sausage and the Corned Tuna.

Century Tuna products

Century Tuna products

So when I was invited to the presscon of Century Tuna I immediately said yes. And when I found out that James was going to be there, I decided to arrive at the venue early. 😀

After a big reveal that showcased a body reinvented by Century Tuna, stopped EDSA traffic, and sent fans on a social media frenzy, top actor James Reid appears anew in a TV commercial that gives a glimpse on how thinking like a champion has brought him to where he is now.

There’s no denying that James Reid is one of the hottest young actors today. He’s a social media phenomenon—with millions of followers online, not counting the various fan accounts that his devoted followers set up.

jadineThe highly bankable love team JaDine, in which he is paired with his reel and real life partner Nadine Lustre, has sent their legions of fans in a frenzy, whether in mall tours, concerts, meet and greets, and even online where they are constant trending topics.

There are his chart-topping albums including Reid Alert which hit certified platinum level status last May. Then there are his box-office film successes—the 2014 romantic comedy and his launch movie Diary ng Panget; and Talk Back and You’re Dead, the teen romance flick that followed a year later. No doubt, his biggest hit to date is On the Wings of Love, the top-rating primetime series with Nadine that kept viewers glued to their TV sets until its sensational finale.

Clearly, James Reid is on a winning streak and his steady career path is one that is marked by a succession of winning moves. Recently, he joined the ranks of Anne Curtis and Derek Ramsey as endorser of Century Tuna, the country’s number one tuna.

derek ramsey and anne curtis for century tuna

Derek Ramsey and Anne Curtis – celebrity endorsers of Century Tuna

century tuna james reid

#BodyoftheCentury James Reid stars in the newest commercial of Century Tuna now airing on primetime TV.

Becoming part of the Century Tuna family has certainly paid off for the young hunk. He is presently at his fittest—sculpted abs, toned muscles, firm biceps—which can be attributed to a rigorous fitness regimen and a proper diet consisting of good protein that Century Tuna can provide.

It’s no surprise then that James headlines their latest campaign, where he appears in a series of sizzling television commercials: the first, a TV spot focusing on metamorphosis that sent his fans in a frenzy and created a sensation; the second, which is presently airing, revolves around the idea of commitment and loyalty.

Century Tuna couldn’t be happier for having James in its roster of celebrity endorsers. From the very beginning, they already saw a champion in him. “His story is truly inspiring,” said Greg Banzon, Century Tuna General Manager. “It speaks of transformation, the relentless desire to improve oneself. It’s a winning formula that brings many positive lessons for everyone: perseverance, keeping the faith, while staying humble and true to yourself—qualities that make James a true role model.”

james-with-standeeMeanwhile, for James, it’s really all about trust. “I liken it to a championship game,” he reveals. “If you want to win, you naturally want to surround yourself with a teammate you can put your total faith into. That to me is Century Tuna, and I can’t think of any other name that I’d trust to keep my body fit.”

With bated breath, we watch as James continues to transform—from a teen heartthrob to a more mature actor with the determination, the attitude and the body to conquer and win in the challenging world of show business.

Adventure vehicles in this week’s Wheels

Adventure vehicles in this week’s Wheels

This week in Wheels, join the audacious team of motoring journalists Matteo Guidicelli, Kap Maceda Aguila, Manny Delos Reyes, Ulysses Ang and Angel Rivero as they take some of the country’s ultimate expedition rides for a spin on the open road.

The Cast of WheelsUly takes in the beautiful sceneries of Samar aboard the robust Nissan X-Trail and Juke. Explore the automobiles’ superb features and discover why they’re the ideal vehicles for outdoor adventures.

wheels adventure vehicles of the week

The Nissan X-Trail and Juke

The Chevrolet Trax

The Chevrolet Trax

Matteo visits his adorable furry friends at the Philippine Animal Welfare Society (PAWS) and takes them on a ride with the Chevrolet Trax. As he test drives the Trax, witness the compact SUV’s swift performance and streetwise features and technologies.

Meanwhile, Kap exposes some of the bad habits of Pinoy drivers that should be avoided to prevent road rage. He will also share the consequences of aggressive driving and tips on dealing with it.

Finally, Manny discovers a new line of watches from Ferrari. Know how these refined and exclusive collection of timepieces were crafted, the Ferrari style.

It’s all these and more on the fourth season of Wheels, your guide to life on the fast lane. Catch it every Thursdays, 10:30 p.m., on ABS-CBN Sports + Action Channel. For firsthand info on the latest happenings in motoring, like and follow Wheels on facebook.com/PhilStarWheels, @PhilStar_Wheels on Twitter and @PhilStarTV_Wheels on Instagram.

ELRO Retail Corporation was a shoe in to win

ELRO Retail Corporation was a shoe in to win

ELRO Retail Corporation, a leading player in the footwear retail and distribution industry in the country, proudly took home a string of prestigious awards, both local and international, that recognizes their marketing and sales leadership in the Philippines and across the region.

ELRO is Number 1

elro and grendene

Francisco R. Elizalde, ELRO Retail Corporation President and Magno Kleber de Freitas, Grendene Export Manager

ELRO was hailed as the Number One Sales Producer for the Oceania and Asia Region, in the recently concluded Grendene World Sales Convention held at the Sofitel Rio De Janiero in Brazil.

The Grendene World Sales Convension is organized by Grendene S.A. – manufacturer of Ipanema, Grendha, Rider, and Zaxy brands of footwear – as the company’s way of recognizing the initiatives and accomplishments of its global distributors and international representatives.

It acknowledges not only the attainment of sales goals and targets, but also recognizes how the brand promise of Grendene’s portfolio of footwear – known for their strong personality and brand recognition – is maintained in various markets around the world.

Bambu receives accolades

Meanwhile, Bambu retail store, home of the famous Brazilian footwear brands Ipanema, Grendha and Rider, was recently bestowed the Marketing Excellence Award for its hub located at the Ayala Harbor Point Mall in Olongapo City. With this year’s theme “Designing for Retail Tomorrow, Today,” The Ayala Merchants Rewards Program recognizes the achievements and innovations of Ayala Malls’ merchant partners who have made significant contribution in the retail industry.

Furthermore, Bambu received the coveted Most Outstanding Retailer of the Year Award, Fashion Shoes and Bags – Small Category, during the 2015 Outstanding Filipino Retailers and Shopping Centers of the Year Awards Night held at the Marriot Hotel, Manila. This prestigious award, given out by the Philippine Retailers Association (PRA), the largest organization of the country’s top retailers and prime movers, in partnership with the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), cites the outstanding performance of local retailers that exemplify the best business models as well as good ethical practices in their operations.

At the awards night

From left: Belinda Benghui, PRA Auditor; Adrian Cristobal, DTI Secretary; Francisco R. Elizalde, ELRO Retail Corp. President; Wricks Recario, ELRO Retail Corp. Sales Division Head and Arthur Coronel, PRA Vice President

“These awards bestowed on us by Grendene, AyalaMalls, and the Philippine Retailers Association, serve to inspire us to further push the brands that we carry,” states Francisco R. Elizalde, ELRO Retail Corporation President. “It forces us to remain innovative and dynamic as we respond to changing customer needs.”

ELRO Retail Corporation, founded in 2005, is an established player in the footwear retail and distribution industry in the Philippines, and is committed to providing excellent service and uncompromising professionalism to all its customers.

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