by Ferry Bayu | Sep 14, 2023 | Business
Ahn Hyo Seop, Kim Sejeong, Kim Seon Ho among stars attending AAA 2023 in the Philippines
MANILA, Philippines — “Business Proposal” leads Ahn Hyo-seop and Kim Sejeong and “Welcome to Waikiki 2” actors Kim Seon-ho and Moon Ga-young are among the K-drama stars confirmed to be attending the Asia Artist Awards 2023 (AAA) to be held for the first time in the Philippines on December 14.
After the announcement last month, StarNews reported earlier today that the four actors will be gracing the December event at the Philippine Arena in Bulacan.
Local events organizer Pulp Live World reposted on X, formerly Twitter, the article on the said announcement. 
Earlier this week, it was announced that Jang Won-young of the Korean girl group IVE is set to return as hosts of AAA alongside new hosts Sung Hang-bin of boy group ZEROBASEONE and Kang Daniel.
The AAA is organized by South Korean business newspaper Money Today and its global media brands MTN and StarNews. It has been recognizing Asian artists from the fields of film, television and music since 2016.
by Ferry Bayu | Sep 14, 2023 | Business
Honda PH launches hybrid variant of CR-V
Honda Cars Philippines said Wednesday it expects to sell 300 units of the 6th generation CRV each month, with the first CR-V 2.0 RS e:HEV E-CVT full hybrid variant representing 30 percent of the projected sales.
The all-new CR-V debuted Wednesday at the Grand Hyatt Manila in Bonifacio Global City, Taguig. “We are looking at growing the brand faster than the market. And with the launch of the All-New CR-V and the best-selling BR-V, we are optimistic we will see improved sales by the end of the year,” said company general manager for sales Louie Soriano.
Honda said pre-selling numbers showed more than 200 units were pre-ordered for both the new CR-V petrol and hybrid variants.
Honda’s venture into the electrified cars platform stems from the goal of realizing carbon neutrality for all products and corporate activities by 2050.
“We want our hybrid line-up to be distinguished as full hybrid as it built to perform three driving modes –electric, petrol and engine,” Soriano said.
by Ferry Bayu | Sep 14, 2023 | Business
How KAMI Japanese Body Therapy’s SEITAI Techniques Offer Holistic Wellness in Malaysia
Malaysia’s first Japanese-style body massage, “KAMI Japanese Body Therapy,” opened in May. SEITAI is a traditional Japanese body therapy technique that aims to improve physical discomfort and pain by restoring balance and harmony to the body. It combines chiropractic, physiotherapy, and massage benefits, with a focus on postural problems and their effects on the nervous system. SEITAI is customized to individual needs, allowing for the identification of root causes and a treatment plan.
KAMI’s proprietary technique, “NP Adjustment,” involves adjusting the neck and pelvis to correct body balance, allowing bodily fluids and nervous systems to flow smoothly again. The therapy also uses the thumb to stimulate induration, a common cause of poor health.
KAMI has two stores in Malaysia, offering a unique Japanese-style relaxing space based on greenery. They treat customers sincerity, care about their physical problems, and keep them informed about their bodies.
In May, we opened Malaysia’s first Japanese-style body massage, “KAMI Japanese Body Therapy.”
“KAMI” is a traditional Japanese body therapy salon, serving traditional Japanese “seitai” techniques.
Seitai is a Japanese body therapy technique. It seeks the fundamental improvement (“KAIZEN”) of the body and the maintenance of core health. SEITAI awakens the natural healing power of your body by conditioning your autonomic nervous system. SEITAI is a method that uniquely combines all the benefits of chiropractic, physiotherapy, and massage.
What is the difference between SEITAI and massage? SEITAI aims to improve physical discomfort and pain at a fundamental level, restoring balance and harmony to the body. Particular emphasis is placed on postural problems and their effects on the nervous system.The main objectives of massage are relaxation, relieving muscle tension, reducing stress, and promoting blood circulation. Massage generally focuses on relaxation and stress reduction. One advantage to receiving SEITAI is that it is generally customised to the individual needs of the patient. The root cause of the problem can be identified, and a treatment plan can be developed accordingly. Furthermore, SEITAI may promote improvement over multiple sessions rather than just a single treatment. Where physical problems have accumulated over a long period of time, ongoing treatment may be beneficial. Furthermore, for SEITAI, the neck is the most significant section of the body.Because nerves in the head transmit signals from the brain to the rest of the body via the spine, adjusting the neck can improve self-healing.
There are some characteristics of KAMI’s therapy.
KAMI’s style of therapy is “NP Adjustment, ” is KAMI’s proprietary technique. The neck is a very important part of your body, where venis, lymph glands, and nerves link the brain and the rest of your body. The pelvis is also very important for your body’s core, as it serves as a foundation.
When your neck and pelvis are not in their right places, the entire body’s balance is impaired, resulting in poor flow of the venis, lymph glands, nerves, and all types of symptoms.
NP adjustment is the technique of adjusting your neck and pelvis to correct the body’s balance, allowing your bodily fluids and nervous systems to flow smoothly again.
Moreover, we persist in using the thumb. A common cause of poor health is induration, which is when your body parts become hard and stiff. Induaration blocks the smooth flow of venis, lymph glands, and nerves, and it usually happens deep in your muscle tissue. It is impossible to reach induration deep inside your muscle with normal massage, as the wrist can only press the surface of your body. Our method uses the thumb to stimulate induration, which makes it impossible to reach deep areas of your muscle.
We take care and believe it is important to provide thorough consulting to our clients. We do this through careful interviews, assessments, and body movement checks. We do not require any special instructions or extra fees for such consulting.
By the end of the therapy, you will receive advice on lifestyle as well as information that will help you improve your health.
Furthermore, SEITAI has an impact on diet. Malaysia is an Asian country with a particularly serious obesity problem. Some people want to lose weight. SEITAI is an effective way for such people to lose weight. Pelvic adjustment increases blood flow and metabolism. This allows them to burn more calories while performing the same exercise. This is why SEITAI will be so important in Malaysia.
KAMI Japanese Body Therapy has two stores in Malaysia. The first store is in KLCC. The second store is in Bangsar. Our shop’s concept is a one-of-a-kind Japanese-style relaxing space based on greenery, which you won’t find anywhere else in Malaysia. We treat our customers with sincerity, care about their physical problems, and keep them informed about their bodies.If there is something wrong with your body, it is advisable to go to KAMI.
About Credi Malaysia
Founded in February 2023, Credi Malaysia is a body care consulting and advisory company that aims to help everyone lead a culturally healthy life.
With services in Malaysia, Japan and the United States, we have accepted more than 500,000 customers for more than 10 years.
The company operates KAMI, which aims to solve the root cause of symptoms by adjusting the skeleton and muscles with its unique technology,
and enables people to adjust their natural healing power and autonomic nerves. In addition, we are always offering new information and new solutions for health.
Toshinori Murakami
Mail: tm*******@***********co.jp
Tel: +60 11 1205 8754
by Ferry Bayu | Sep 14, 2023 | Business
Empowering Frontline Workers with Essential Life-Saving Skills: 50 Gig Workers Receive Complimentary Life-Saving CPR and AED Training
- TROOPERS Academy has provided 50 users with complimentary CPR and AED training conducted by IHH Healthcare Malaysia.
- This initiative is part of TROOPERS Academy’s commitment to upskilling its talent and creating more first responders within the frontline workforce and the gig industry.
- The welfare and safety of TROOPERS’ talent are top priorities, as evidenced by their “TROOPERS Protect” insurance coverage for workers.
- TROOPERS Academy offers a diverse range of courses, including essential ones like Food Safety Awareness, catering to talents in various industries.
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The platform’s partnership with IHH Healthcare Malaysia highlights its dedication to empowering users with life-saving capabilities.
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TROOPERS Academy continues to set industry standards for workforce safety and competence.
To enhance the capabilities of their workforce, TROOPERS recently facilitated comprehensive Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) training for 50 of their dedicated users. The renowned IHH Healthcare Malaysia (“IHH”) spearheaded this invaluable training, equipping these individuals with the essential skills to potentially save lives during critical moments.

Under the umbrella of the TROOPERS Academy, this initiative reflects the company’s unwavering commitment to providing relevant upskilling opportunities that empower their talents to remain competitive in an ever-evolving landscape. Beyond a mere commitment, this is a pivotal stride towards cultivating a multitude of first responders within both frontline industries and the dynamic gig economy.
With an unrelenting focus on the welfare and safety of its talented workforce, TROOPERS stands as a trailblazer in championing their employees’ protection. As a pioneer, TROOPERS introduced “TROOPERS Protect”; an innovative insurance coverage that ensures their workforce’s security within the workspace. Building on this foundation, the company’s upskilling module has expanded to encompass crucial courses such as Food & Safety Awareness, especially pivotal for talents deployed within the F&B industry.

Reflecting on this stride towards bolstering workforce capabilities, Co-founder and CEO, Joshua Tan remarks, “At TROOPERS, we believe that investing in our workforce’s skillset goes hand in hand with ensuring their safety and well-being. The CPR and AED training, in collaboration with IHH Healthcare Malaysia, is just one of the many steps we’re taking to equip our talents with life-saving skills that can make a difference. We’re dedicated to fostering an environment where proactive preparedness meets opportunity.”
As TROOPERS continues to lead by example, the company urges individuals interested in exploring the transformative potential of this initiative to visit their official website, www.troopers.com.my, for further information and in

Founded by co-founders Joshua Tan and Kelvin Lee, TROOPERS is a digital HR Tech platform for flexible work that aims to grant equitable access to flexible work for all Malaysians to work and earn in a legitimate, transparent, and accountable ecosystem. Since inception in 2017, TROOPERS has grown to become
Malaysia’s flexible job-matching platform. TROOPERS works with a range of esteemed brands across Malaysia to meet all their flexible manpower needs in terms of on-ground activations, offline marketing, merchandising, in-store promotion, logistics, warehousing, concerts and shared services.
As part of its ongoing commitment in building a flexible ecosystem, TROOPERS launched the TROOPERS App in 2021 which has since garnered over 180,000 verified users, generating over RM 20 million in income for gig workers with more than 200,000 shifts transacted on the app.
For more information, please visit https://www.troopers.com.my/
For media inquiries and additional details, please contact:
Kelvin Lee
+6 010 2444 563
ke****@**********om.my
by Ferry Bayu | Sep 13, 2023 | Business
Asian Breast Center, PHINMA Education Partner to Provide World-Class Training for Allied Health Students
Asian Breast Center (ABC) joins PHINMA Education in making lives better through education through a partnership that provides world-class internship and employment opportunities to Allied Health students. The unique experience exposes students to state-of-the-art breast cancer technology only available through ABC like the Molecular Breast Imaging and Thermalytix™, which promise to change the delivery of breast cancer care in the Philippines.
Asian Breast Center (ABC) joins PHINMA Education in making lives better through education through a partnership that provides world-class internship and employment opportunities to Allied Health students. The unique experience exposes students to state-of-the-art breast cancer technology only available through ABC like the Molecular Breast Imaging and Thermalytix™, which promise to change the delivery of breast cancer care in the Philippines.
“We are still two, three steps behind the United States and the rest of the world. We can do a lot more for Nursing, Radiologic Technology, and other fields with the technology and training we have. We can bring Nursing in the Philippines into the next century and help many women detect the disease early and mitigate its symptoms at an earlier stage. And we want PHINMA Education’s students and graduates to be part of that change,” said ABC President Dr. Norman San Agustin.
According to the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), Filipino women face comparatively higher risks of developing breast cancer with 1 out of 4 Filipino women expected to develop breast cancer in her lifetime. PHINMA Education’s Allied Health students learn about the field through ABC’s training programs created in partnership with affiliated hospitals in the United States particularly in the East Coast (New Jersey and New York). Exposure to cutting edge technology and international standards give them an edge in the employment landscape here and abroad.
“We want students to have an understanding of the breast cancer field in an ambulatory center dedicated to the disease,” said ABC’s Transformation and Business Development Manager Leo Santos. “Our interns are well-rounded, with shifts both in the front office and therapeutic sections such as in surgery, chemotherapy, etc. as we require them to rotate across different settings. In a normal hospital, they would only be assigned to the Nursing desk, but here we encourage them to even scrub in and directly observe what’s going on.”
PHINMA Saint Jude College Dean of Allied Health Sciences, Jej Quiros, is positive that the partnership will contribute to student success. “Access to these technologies and techniques early in their careers will expand their horizons. This will also allow them to make the lives of others better, as ABC aims to make these life-saving services available to all women regardless of social class,” he said.
A fast-growing network of schools in Southeast Asia, PHINMA Education has nine schools in the Philippines and one in Indonesia. In SY 22-23, its 30.4% increase in enrollment versus last year resulted in a 19% revenue increase year-on-year and consolidated revenues of P4.5 billion. By prioritizing student success with key partners like the Asian Breast Center, it now boasts a 79% board passing rate for first-time takers. In addition, 71% of its graduates are employed within a year of graduation.
ABC shares PHINMA Education’s passion for increasing the employability of graduates. “In the future, we hope to provide certifications in new technology and expand opportunities beyond Nursing students. Those studying Radiological Technology may soon be able to get their certificates in rare specializations like Molecular Breast Imaging and Thermalytix™,” added Santos. Students from other courses such as business, marketing, and accountancy are also being considered for internship and employment opportunities in ABC.
PHINMA Education Holdings, Inc. (PEHI) under the conglomerate PHINMA Corporation, started investing in the education services sector in 2004 through the acquisition of PHINMA Araullo University in Nueva Ecija. It has since expanded its presence across the country with its network of schools namely: PHINMA Cagayan de Oro College, PHINMA University of Pangasinan, PHINMA University of Iloilo, Southwestern University PHINMA in Cebu City, PHINMA Saint Jude College in Manila, PHINMA Republican College in Quezon City, PHINMA Rizal College of Laguna, and PHINMA Union College of Laguna. It also aims to expand across Southeast Asia beginning with Horizon Education in Indonesia. For more information, please visit: https://www.phinma.edu.ph.
MRA Ramirez
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