Project T Launches First BGC Facility

Project T officially launched its first facility in Bonifacio Global City last March 16. Its forward thinking focus on design and detail makes it suitable for SMEs planning to set-up businesses in the Philippines.

The serviced office boasts of 29 private offices, 400 internet-enabled workstations, two conference rooms which can accommodate respectively 25 and 10 people, 70 seater training room, 2 interview rooms, work pods, sleeping quarters, a clinic and lactation area, business center and lounge, and two pantries.

Project T offers end to end business solutions. Their services include: 
⦁ Serviced Office: private office spaces (BGC) with furniture and internet-enabled workstations for 4 to 400
⦁ Virtual Office: premium office address (BGC or Makati), landline number, mail and call handling services
⦁ Co-working space: 400 flexible plug and play seats (BGC), available with no minimum number requirement
⦁ Business Continuity Plan: disaster recovery office spaces, multiple redundant internet connection
⦁ Staff Leasing: recruitment, onboarding, and management of virtual, part-time and full-time employees
⦁ HR & Payroll: redundancy control, process payroll and mandatory benefits - SSS, Philhealth and Pag-ibig
⦁ Commercial Space: locate suitable office spaces (bare shell and furnished) in BGC, Makati, Ortigas, and Cebu
⦁ Residential Space: locate suitable housing (apartments, townhouses, condos ) for individuals and companies
and
⦁ Business Registration: process documents with SEC, PEZA, FDA, BIR, LTO, BI and other PHL government agencies

Website: http://www.projecttsolutions.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/projecttsolutions/
Email Address: inquiry@projecttsolutions.com
Address: 23rd Floor, Bonifacio Stopover Corporate Center, 31st St. Corner 2nd Ave., Bonifacio Global City, Taguig, 1634
Phone Number: 02-236-5999

Discover the extraordinary with Animax this April!

This April, be dazzled by the fantastical with two same-day-as-Japan simulcast series premiering on Animax!  Both series will be available in localized subtitles for the enjoyment of anime fans across Asia.

Even the ordinary can become heroes in My Hero Academia (Season 2)!

The highly rated My Hero Academia series returns for a power-packed second season, premiering on Animax on the same day as Japan this April!  The young, idealistic Izuku Midoriya dreams of becoming a hero even though he was born without a “quirk”, which is a superpower that the majority of the population develops.  His life changes in a chance encounter with his idol and top hero All Might, who decides to share his power with Izuku.  With his newfound superpower, Izuku begins to attend a high school for budding heroes and finally embarks on his lifelong dream to become a hero himself.

My Hero Academia (Season 2) premieres on 1 April, every Saturday at 10pm on the same day as Japan.  

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Dreams really do come true in Alice & Zouroku!

Adventure awaits when grumpy old man meets nonsensical young girl!  Based on an award-winning manga series by Tetsuya Imai, Alice & Zouroku revolves around main character Sana, a member of a group of young girls who possess a mysterious power known as “Alice’s Dream”, which gives them the ability to turn their thoughts into reality.  These girls are locked away in secret so they can be experimented on.  However, Sana manages to escape one day and encounters a stubborn old man Zouroku, who intensely dislikes disruptions to his orderly life.  Will life ever return to normal for Zouroku with a girl like Sana around?

Alice & Zouroku premieres on 2 April, every Sunday at 11pm on the same day as Japan.

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Apart from the two highly anticipated simulcast series, viewers can also enjoy whimsical comedy series This Art Club Has a Problem! and action-packed mecha series Gyrozetter on Animax in April.  

The former series follows along the adventures of middle schooler Mizuki as she attempts to play her part as a member of the art club, with just one problem – she’s the only member who actually seems interested in art!  Surrounded by outrageous fellow club members and distracted by her crush on one of the other members, can Mizuki continue to pursue her passion for her craft?  

Based on a manga series, which was also adapted into a video game, the latter series Gyrozetter features an alternate version of 21st century Japan, in which cars have been equipped with artificial intelligence.  As a student training to operate these cars, fifth-grader Kakeru is one day assigned to the transforming robot known as Gyrozetter.  Together with other specially selected drivers, he must now use Gyrozetter to save the world from the evil organization Xenon.

This Art Club Has a Problem! premieres on 11 April, every Monday and Tuesday at 8pm, with two episodes back-to-back.  Gyrozetter premieres on 19 April, every Monday to Friday at 5.30pm.

Animax is available on Sky Cable Channel 46, Cignal Channel 73, Dream Satellite TV Channel 07, and GSat Channel 24.

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About Animax Asia

Launched on 1 January 2004, Animax is Asia’s first channel brand specializing in Japanese animation – anime. Animax offers a wide variety of anime programs from across the most popular genres including action, romance, horror, supernatural, sci-fi, comedy and slice-of-life.

Animax is home to some of the biggest anime titles in the world that enjoy great following across the region. In addition, the channel created TV history in April 2009 by becoming the world’s first regional broadcaster to air an anime series at the same time as Japan and followed that with six other simulcast anime series. Currently reaching 58 million homes across 17 markets in Asia, Animax aims to offer anime programming for everyone.

Beyond television screens, Animax also actively engages its audiences at local events, including its signature Animax Carnival that has rolled out in Malaysia, the Philippines, and Taiwan. See www.animax-asia.com for more.

Celebrate 20 years of Living Deeper with TechnoMarine

TechnoMarine is celebrating 20 years of merging the art of horological innovation with spirited design, and remains to be the favorite of celebrities and fashionistas around the world. Launched in 1997, TechnoMarine revolutionized the watch industry with introduction of oversized chronograph for women, as well as a collection with interchangeable, transparent strap and cases in fashion colors with diamonds of impressive carat weights.

To celebrate its 20 sparkling years, TechnoMarine gives you a chance to live deeper and be one with nature this summer by offering 30% discount on selected watch collections until April 16, 2017 only.

What better way to spend summer than enjoying the sun, sand and sea with TechnoMarine’s Cruise and Reef Collections featuring fashionable yet tough timepieces that perfectly matches the season’s fun and active lifestyle.

The Cruise Collection is designed for adventure on land or by the sea. Each timepiece in the collection exhibits a personality all its own. Dream Cruise features a bold and fun design which is directly inspired by the ocean’s marine life, while the Cruise Jellyfish sports one of the brand’s classic styles and is one of TechnoMarine’s best-selling designs.

On the other hand, TechnoMarine’s Reef Collection is distinct for its fearless components in design that reflect the optimum inner workings of each model. Rugged but stylish, the Reef collection is made from lightweight yet durable titanium and is a versatile companion for rough play or a romantic dinner-by-the-beach.

There is no better time to embrace what the season has to offer than by celebrating with the cool sophistication of TechnoMarine watches this summer.   

Avail of the special TechnoMarine anniversary discount at TechnoMarine boutiques at SM Mall of Asia, SM SM Megamall, SM North Edsa, SM City Cebu, SM Lanang Premier, Trinoma, Greenbelt 3, Robinson’s Galleria, Robinson’s Magnolia and all MyDiamond boutiques nationwide.

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New OPM Releases from MCA Music

MCA Music, the number one music company in the Philippines, keeps on championing local acts as it presents its new releases.

Fresh from the airing of her international TV debut at US show Little Big Shots, Elha Nympha comes out with a single she performed in the show, “Chandelier”. The track is the second single from her debut album “Elha” after her rendition of Beyonce’s “Love On Top”. Her version of “Chandelier” stunned host Steve Harvey and even garnered a tweet from the original singer herself Sia calling the performance “Incredible”.  Nympha is also a part of the ABS-CBN show “Your Face Sounds Familiar”.

Alternative band MilesExperience has 3 amazing singles “Anggulo”, “Silakbo” and “Love Supreme” playing on radio, online and on major playlists of streaming platforms. “Anggulo” is currently the theme of GMA morning series “Wolfblood”. They will also be part of the “Get Music Indie-Go” Concert happening on May 20 at the Mall of Asia Arena with the best upcoming bands in the country.

The Total Performer Darren Espanto is definitely proud of his new single “Home” having been one of his compositions from his sophomore album “Be With Me”. It speaks about missing home and going back to where it all started. Espanto is still on demand with countless shows here and abroad. He also appears at ABS-CBN show ASAP every Sunday.

Now 16, former The Voice Kids Season 1 semi-finalist Edray blossoms as she releases her third single “Wala Lang” from her upcoming self-titled debut album coming out this April. The song which is about being in love with someone but can’t really express it will definitely be the new LSS song of the youngsters. It is something they can dedicate to their crushes.

Get ready for a new dance craze, as Mitoy Yonting brings his latest single “Juan Leg Chacha” from his “Hanggang Wakas: Deluxe Edition” coming out on April. Expect this to be another radio hit like his single “Pinaikot-ikot” with catchy hooks and danceable beats. Watch out for the steps on how to do the “Juan Leg Chacha”.

After winning the third season of The Voice Kids, Joshua Oliveros finally releases his self-titled debut album this month featuring the carrier single “Nobela”. His version of the Join The Club hit will leave you humming and singing its lyrics.

Asia’s Acoustic Sweetheart Sabrina comes out with two new covers: Bruno Mars’ “Versace on the Floor” and “Hymn for the Weekend” by Coldplay. Relax to her chill sound with her own acoustic take of the two hits.

These are now available on digital streaming via Spotify, Apple Music, Deezer and Spinnr and digital downloads via iTunes and Spinnr. CDs are available at Astroplus and Astrovision outets nationwide.

For booking inquiries, please contact Kerwin Rosete of MCA Music Artist Management at 916-2504 local 107, 0920-9682991 or email mcabooking@umusic.com.

Under Armour Test of Will Winners Who Would Compete in Kuala Lumpur Malaysia this May

The Philippine leg of Under Armour’s ‘Test of Will’, took place last weekend at Glorietta Activity Center in Makati City.

The winners of the event, for the Men’s Division, on 3rd place was Gian Carlo Mercado with a total score of 136.  On  second place was Merwin Torres, with a score of 140 and for 1st place, winner was Raje Fama, with a total score of 150.

For the Women’s Division, on 3rd place was Rachel Ann Martin, with a total score of 93.   On 2nd place, it was Lynette Suler, with a score of 98.  While, Joyce Reboton won for first place, with a score of 126.

Joyce Reboton and Raje Fama will be sent to Kuala Lumpur Malaysia on May 6 for the Finals, to compete with other representatives from other countries.

There were a total of 260 participants who competed in the said event, with 114 participants competing on the first day and 146 participants on the second day.  

UA ‘Test of Will’ Philippine leg, offered athletes the chance to compete in a simple 4-minute circuit consisting of Burpees, One Arm Thruster, TRX Rows and Sandbag Throw.  The side-events also included arm wrestling challenge and a fitness session with Elle Adda.

Each competitor was scored based on the maximum number of repetitions they can achieve within 60 seconds. The highest scoring man and woman of the national Heats from each respective country will be sent to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on May 6, 2017, to face-off with other representatives from Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia and Brunei.

This year’s overall champion of the regional finals will walk away with S$2,500 cash prize, or around Php 88,000.00, winners will also get free head-to-toe gear and special discounts.


For more information regarding ‘Test of Will’ and other events, you may visit www.tripleready.com/events.  Make sure to follow Under Armour Philippines via @underarmourph on Instagram and Twitter for updates as well as Facebook at www.facebook.com/underarmoursea.



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About Under Armour, Inc
Under Armour (NYSE: UA), the originator of performance footwear, apparel and equipment, revolutionized how athletes across the world dress. Designed to make all athletes better, the brand's innovative products are sold worldwide to athletes at all levels. The Under Armour Connected Fitness™ platform powers the world’s largest digital health and fitness community through a suite of applications: UA Record, MapMyFitness, Endomondo and MyFitnessPal. The Under Armour global headquarters is in Baltimore, Maryland.

For further information, please visit the Company's website at www.uabiz.com.

About Triple Pte Ltd
Established in 2013, Triple Pte Ltd is a sports and lifestyle retailer which holds the exclusive distribution rights for the Under Armour brand across Southeast Asia. Triple launched the Under Armour operations in Singapore and Philippines in May 2014. It has to date expanded the Under Armour distribution network to cover seven Southeast Asian markets through a combination of 25 brand houses as well as shop in shop and multi-brand wholesale executions.

About Test of Will

Started in 2016, the Test of Will is an annual Southeast Asia-wide fitness challenge in celebration of human performance, functional fitness and the training lifestyle. The modern and uniquely urban fitness challenge is accessible to everyone with the will to train and a drive for competition.


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Underrated Places to Visit This Holy Week

The next much-awaited time of the year in the Philippines after Christmas is the Lenten season. Many use this time to escape the hustle and bustle of life in Metro Manila and other big cities and just seek comfort and freedom from everyday stress. Combining religion and summer vacation, the Holy Week is the best time to get that much-needed rest and offer a silent prayer.

To help you in this endeavor, real estate website MyProperty has listed down some of the must-go sites this Holy week that might be less crowded and just perfect for the season. Relax and reflect in these awesome places so you’ll get back with a refreshed mind and body.

Siquijor

The mystical island of Siquijor also boasts various tourist destinations. Some of the most noted are the Isla del Fuego, the pristine beaches in San Juan town and the centuries-old St. Francis de Asisi Parish, which is also the biggest convent in the country built in 1884. Siquijor also have a butterfly sanctuary and breathtaking waterfalls and springs but medical tourism is the real attraction here. The province is known for the alternative healing methods of the locals.

Simultaneous with Holy Week is their yearly Healing Festival. The four-day festival is opened by a Holy Mass and will include healing sessions, exploration in Cantabon Cave and a holy trek to Mount Bandilaan.

Deep Forest Waterfall, National Park Island of Siquijor, Philippines. Photo via Shutterstock.

Tarlac

The Philippines has its own version of the Holy Land located in the province of Tarlac. Just 30 minutes away from the main highway and located at the top of a mountain in Bamban are life-size images that show the mysteries of the Holy Rosary and a number of Bible verses. The local “Holy Land” also has a replica of the tomb of Jesus Christ to complete the experience. It also highlights a 40-foot statue of Jesus on the cross on Mount Golgotha.

Furthermore, Tarlac should be part of anyone’s bucket list as some of the most thrilling tourism experiences can be found here, including the Mount Pinatubo trek adventure and Kart City Tarlac. Museums, waterfalls, and luscious food finds also dot the city to ensure a worthwhile vacation for all.

The Pinatubo Crater Lake. Photo via Shutterstock.

Cagayan Valley

Slowly rising to popularity are the well-preserved white-sand beaches of Cagayan and Palaui Island’s raw beauty is at the top of the list. Once hailed as one of the “World’s 100 Best Beaches” by CNN, Palaui is beyond doubt a magnificent sight to behold and experience.

Aside from its amazing water features, Cagayan has other activities perfect for all especially for the season of Lent. Historic pilgrimage sites can also be found in this stunning province tucked in the quaint northern part of the Philippines. One of the must-visit pilgrimage destinations in the country is the Calvary Hills in the town of Iguig. Life-size statues depicting the 14 Stations of the Cross and the old church of San Antonio de Galica built in the 1900s can be explored here. What’s best is its astonishing location atop a hill, which affords every visitor scenic views of the mighty Cagayan River.

Sunset in Sta. Ana, Cagayan. Photo via Shutterstock.

Mount Pulong Bato in Zamboanga City

Going to a pilgrimage is a favorite Pinoy activity during lent. In Zamboanga City, you can go on a nature trekking while observing religious traditions. At Pulong Bato in Abong Abong Park, the Stations of the Cross commence at the foot of the mountain and end at the peak. Religious images are also scattered and carved into the mountainside.

After hiking and praying, you will surely get a different kind of high spiritually and mentally once you reach the top to rest and just appreciate the picturesque views.

Apart from this marvelous religious place, Zamboanga City is also the home of a large number of natural and man-made attractions to add worth to a meaningful vacation. Carreon, Congo, Nancy, Busay, and Merloquet Falls are just some of the water adventures that are an absolute must-see in Zamboanga City, in addition to beaches and neighboring islands.

Mount Pulong Bato in Zamboanga City. Photo by Zamboanga Historical Landmarks

Iloilo

Take your annual Visita Iglesia a notch higher by visiting the beautiful province of Iloilo. A trip to the centuries-old churches of the province is a must especially for your Holy Week reflection. Be in awe with the historical churches that surround Iloilo, such as the Jaro Cathedral, Molo Church, Miag-ao Church, and Guimbal Church, to name just a few.

After church hopping, neighboring island-province of Guimaras is just a short boat-ride away, which offers a different kind of water adventure for tourists. Forget about time and stress through the various offerings, such as marine sanctuaries, limestone formations, isolated beaches and coves, and a lot more.

Miag-ao Church in Iloilo. Photo via Shutterstock.

Free yourself with stress, feast on the beauty of the country, and observe the true meaning of the Lenten season through these lovely places in the Philippines that offer a total spiritual and mental cleansing.

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Email: pia.dalmazo@lamudi.com.ph

Phone: +63 915 2020882

ABOUT LAMUDI

Lamudi is a leading global property portal focusing exclusively on emerging markets. It offers sellers, buyers, landlords and renters a secure and easy-to-use platform to find or list properties online. Lamudi was established in 2013 in Berlin, Germany, and it is currently available in Asia (the Philippines, Bangladesh, Indonesia, Myanmar, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka), Latin America (Mexico, Colombia, and Peru), and the Middle East (Jordan, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates). Within fewer than three years, Lamudi has established its presence as a key online real estate marketplace in the countries where it is operating. For more information, visit Lamudi Philippines on Facebook, Twitter, Google+, LinkedIn, and Instagram.

ABOUT MYPROPERTY

Established in September 2010, MyProperty.ph is one of the leading Philippine real estate online and print brand that brings property buyers and sellers together. The website’s main offerings are listings of pre-selling properties and properties for sale and for rent. Both website and magazine also provide relevant and updated industry news and information for its clients and consumers. And with the release of its mobile version, finding or selling a home is made even easier. For more information, visit MyProperty on Facebook, Twitter, Google+, and Instagram.

Sony Channel to Premiere “Better Late Than Never”- the Ultimate Travelogue Series Starring William Shatner, Henry Winkler, Terry Bradshaw and George Foreman

The adventure of a lifetime for four celebrated men from across different genres kicks off in Tokyo on Sunday, April 2 with the premiere of the addictive new series “Better Late Than Never.” This fish-out-water travelogue series follows cultural icons Henry Winkler, William Shatner, Terry Bradshaw and George Foreman as they traverse Asia exploring different countries and cultures.

With no schedule and no itinerary, the only help will come from comic sidekick Jeff Dye, a young tech-savvy comedian with an agenda of his own and who isn’t above leading the men off track.

Navigating their way through six cities and four countries, the five men make connections with the local population, immerse themselves in local traditions and sample exotic food -- all the while dealing with the unexpected twists and frequently hilarious turns that any trip presents.  Checking off items on their own personal ‘bucket list,’ the men will also reveal different sides to their personalities as they support one another and find themselves bonding in surprising and meaningful ways.   

“We had to build a relationship quickly for the show and when you put five total strangers together, you just don’t know how it is going to be received,” said Terry Bradshaw, four-time Super Bowl champion for the Pittsburgh Steelers. “We had a blast, an absolute blast and I've got all of these new friends.”

The five of men will travel to iconic cities across Asia starting in Tokyo, Japan where they are immediately out of their element and can’t even find their way out of the train station. Other cities include Kyoto, Hong Kong, Seoul, Phuket and Chiang Mai. Each stop is packed with hilarious cultural experiences, heartwarming spectacles and unexpected twists as the legends take on this unforgettable adventure.

The eclectic group of travellers include:

• Terry Bradshaw– A four-time Super Bowl champion quarterback for the Pittsburgh Steelers, a two-time Super Bowl MVP and Pro Football Hall of Fame inductee as well as a multi-Emmy and award-winning broadcaster on Fox NFL Sunday. Bradshaw is also a popular actor, New York Times bestselling author and the only NFL player with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.  

• George Foreman – This Olympic gold medallist won the title in his only 25th amateur fight at the 1968 Olympics in Mexico City. He’s fought against boxing legends, Mohammad Ali, Ken Norton and Joe Frazier.  He retired in 1997 after compiling an amazing 76-5 record.  

• William Shatner – Shatner has cultivated a career spanning more than 50 years as an award-winning actor, director, producer, writer and recording artist. He is one of Hollywood’s most recognisable figures and a major philanthropist. Apart from starring as Captain Kirk in “Star Trek”, he’s won Emmys and his first Golden Globe for his role on “The Practice” and “Boston Legal”.  

• Henry Winkler – Winkler has enjoyed four decades of success in Hollywood and continues to be in demand as an actor, producer and director. Best known for his iconic role of The Fonz in the TV series “Happy Days”, Winkler has won two Golden Globe Awards, was nominated three times for an Emmy Award and was also honoured with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

• Jeff Dye – Dye is a comedian, host, actor and prankster. He got his start in the stand-up competition series “Last Comic Standing” where he finished third. Since then he has had two of his own shows on MTV, his own Comedy Central special and on numerous other TV projects.

“Better Late Than Never” premieres Sunday, April 2 at 8:00pm on Sony Channel.

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Eduard Folayang and Ev Ting Face-Off in Manila

The largest sports media property in Asian history, ONE Championship™ (ONE), in conjunction with Predator gaming laptops, recently held an Exclusive Media Day for ONE: KINGS OF DESTINY, featuring main event combatants ONE Lightweight World Champion Eduard “Landslide” Folayang of Baguio City, Philippines, and challenger Ev “E.T.” Ting of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The two fighters faced off in front of the media at the Top of the Citi Restaurant in Citibank Tower on Tuesday, 28 March, in Manila.

Eduard Folayang, ONE Lightweight World Champion, stated: “I always consider every fight a tough one because every fighter goes into the cage with the intent to give more than a hundred per cent of themselves. Every fighter prepares very well at this level and they all have their own uniqueness and strategy. It all depends on how our styles will match up. Keeping the title is what I plan to do. This title means a lot to me, and I can’t just let it go easily.”

Ev Ting, ONE world title challenger, stated: “Eduard displayed the best version of himself in the Shinya (Aoki) fight when he won the title. He displayed a lot of patience, he exploded at the right times, and put pressure on at the right times, so he showed a very top-caliber Eduard Folayang, and I expect nothing less in April. His wrestling is solid, his timing is obviously one of his strongest strengths, and he defended everything from Shinya despite strong positioning, so yeah, I have a hard task ahead of me.”

Eduard “Landslide” Folayang of the legendary Team Lakay in Baguio City is one of the Philippines’ most experienced mixed martial artists. After nearly a decade of competing in various promotions, Folayang has amassed an impressive 17-5 professional MMA record. The 33-year-old veteran authored a career resurgence in 2016, winning three consecutive bouts against high-profile opponents while showcasing a highly-improved wrestling and grappling arsenal. In his last bout, Folayang shocked the world by capturing the ONE Lightweight World Championship with a sensational victory over Japanese MMA legend Shinya Aoki. Folayang will now put his title on the line against Ev Ting.

Ev “E.T.” Ting is a mixed martial artist with deep roots in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Living and training out of Auckland, New Zealand, Ting owns a stellar 13-3 professional record, including four wins by submission and four exciting knockouts. A winner of his last four bouts over top-caliber opponents, Ting is one of the most talented mixed martial artists to come out of Malaysia. In his most recent bout last February, Ting overcame a tough challenge from MMA veteran Kamal Shalorus to win by split decision. The victory earned him a date with ONE Lightweight World Champion Eduard Folayang in Manila.

For more updates on ONE Championship, please visit www.onefc.com, follow us on Twitter and Instagram @ONEChampionship, and like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/ONEChampionship.

About ONE Championship™

ONE Championship is the largest sports media property in Asian history. Headquartered in Singapore, the world’s most exciting mixed martial arts organization hosts the largest sports entertainment events across Asia featuring the best Asian mixed martial artists and world champions, all signed to exclusive contracts, on the largest media broadcast in Asia. ONE Championship is broadcast to over 1 billion viewers across 118+ countries around the world with some of the largest global broadcasters, including FOX Sports, Setanta, MNC, Astro, Thairath TV, ABS-CBN, TV5, MYTV, HTV, OSN and more.

Light for Typhoon Nina Victims

KPMG R.G. Manabat & Co. (KPMG RGM&Co.), the Philippine member firm of KPMG International, recently conducted a donation drive and relief and rehabilitation operations for the benefit of Typhoon Nina victims in the Bicol region. The firm partnered with JLo Big Heart Foundation, Inc., a DSWD-accredited non-profit organization based in Pili, Camarines Sur.

KPMG RGM&Co., its partners, principals, and employees contributed cash to purchase 500 rechargeable solar lamps and shelter rehabilitation kits consisting of basic construction materials to help build homes of families in the affected areas. The firm’s tax partner and people, performance, and culture department head Maria Myla S. Maralit, together with senior manager Joselle Anne Marie G. Sanchez and volunteer employees, joined volunteers from JLo Big Heart Foundation, Inc., headed by Ms. Mariefe N. Maralit, to distribute the lamps and shelter rehabilitation kits to affected families in San Roque Communal, Ocampo, Camarines Sur; Rotary Village Community, Pili Camarines Sur; and Bagong Sirang, Pili, Camarines Sur. Other beneficiaries include affected families in Saguring and San Jose, Pili, Camarines Sur.

A total of 510 families were beneficiaries of rechargeable solar lamps, ten of which were recipients of shelter rehabilitation kits. Two hundred lamps were also given to affected families in Bato, Catanduanes through Mayor Leo Rodriguez.

Typhoon Nina struck the Bicol Region last year affecting a total of 446,496 families. The donation drive and relief and rehabilitation activity is part of KPMG RGM&Co.’s corporate social responsibility program.

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ZENFONE 3 ZOOM IS NOW OPEN FOR PRE-ORDER NATIONWIDE!

Pre-order Program Mechanics:

1.       Pre-orders for the ASUS ZenFone 3 Zoom (ZE553KL) are available on March 27, 2017 up to April 6, 2017.

2.       Customers has to visit the ASUS Zenfone 3 Zoom Pre-order registration page at http://zenfone3zoomph.com/

3.       Customers who will pre-order will get the following limited edition items.

·         JBL Harman Portable Bluetooth Speakers worth PHP 3,099

·         ASUS ZenFone 3 Zoom (ZE553KL) Clear case worth PHP 699

·         ASUS ZenEar worth PHP 699

*Those who will pre-order from March 27 to April 6, 2017 will get an additional exclusive freebie, the ASUS tripod worth PHP 799.

4.      Customers will be required to fill out a reservation form which includes the following details:

·             Full Name

·             Age

·             Gender

·             Occupation

·             How did you know about the ASUS Zenfone 3 ZOOM pre-order?

o   ASUS Social Media Pages (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter)

o   ASUS Zentalk

o   E-mail

o   ASUS Concept Store or Kiosk

o   From a Friend

o   ASUS Accredited Dealers

·             Are you a Zenfone User?

o   If Yes, what current model are you using?

o   If No, what smartphone model are you using?

·             Mobile Number

·             Alternative Mobile Number (optional)

·             Landline Number (optional)

·             Email Address

·             Preferred Store for Pick up

·             Agreed Terms and Conditions

5.       Customers will be notified via SMS once stocks are available for claiming. They will need to present their VALID ID and their confirmation letter and proceed to their chosen ASUS Zenfone Concept Store, ASUS Kiosk, or to any participating ASUS accredited dealer to pay the full amount on April 7^th, 2017 until April 23^rd, 2017.

6.      Cash and credit card payments are accepted.

7.      For credit card payments, ASUS Zenfone Concept Stores, ASUS Kiosk (depending on accredited banks) will honor straight, 3 months, 6 months and 12 months payment at 0% interest.

8.      If the customer cannot present their VALID ID and confirmation letter upon claiming, they will not be allowed to avail of their pre-ordered units.

9.      The customer’s reservation is valid from April 7^th, 2017 to April 23^rd, 2017. 

10.  Existing replacement and repair mechanics will be applicable once the unit has been availed.

11.   For features and specification on ASUS ZenFone 3 Zoom (ZE553KL), please refer to website at www.asus.com/ph.