The Manila Electric Company (MERALCO) announced a decrease of Php 0.1252 per kilowatt hour (kWh) in power rates this June for its residential customers. Households consuming 200 kWh will gain savings of Php 25 in their electricity bills. Brought about by lower generation charges and most other cost components, Meralco Public Information Office Head Joe Zaldarriaga (in photo) explained that this was the second month of consecutive rate reductions. The reduction would have even been lower if not for a higher Feed-in Tariff Allowance (FiT-All) rate of PhP 0.0733/kWh. FiT-All is a pass-through charge meant to incentivize renewable energy (RE) developers, such as those operating wind, solar, biomass and run-of-river hydropower facilities. Despite the drop in electricity rates, Meralco still encourages its customers to practice energy efficiency to manage their consumption – like unplugging appliances when not in use to avoid “phantom load,” turning the aircon at 25°C mid-setting to maximize efficiency, using a power board or strip to help manage appliance use, making the most of natural light during daytime, and keeping appliances well-maintained.

A relentless provider, a shoulder to cry on, a jester, a reliable fix-it fellow—dads wear various hats to support their families, and they deserve nothing but the best on their special day. Especially amidst increasing living and leisure costs, there is more pressure for fathers to provide a comfortable life for their household, especially for their children.

Chester Sy, dad to 5 kids, acknowledges this and continuously looks for more opportunities for his family. Three years ago, he started selling his own shoe line named Tanggo (https://www.lazada.com.ph/shop/shop-tanggo/) in Lazada Philippines, the country’s leading one-stop online shopping and selling destination. He recognized the opportunity he saw in Lazada, and, “now, it’s a booming industry,” he says.

The entrepreneurial dad juggles managing his online shop with two other ventures, on top of his duties as a husband and as a father. “With an online shop in Lazada, you can control your time and spend more of it with your family,” shares Chester, although he admits that during big sale promotions like Online Revolution, he works longer hours since his store receives a lot of orders. “Even if I’m busy, I try to find time for them, especially at night. We like to watch Netflix.”
Like Chester, Jake Manongdo built his shop Shipped From Philippines (https://www.lazada.com.ph/shop/shipped-from-philippines/) on Lazada to support his family. To do this, he welcomes revenue opportunities like being included in flash sales. “I was selected as one of the flash sale sellers during the Lazada Birthday Sale. I told myself, this is it! I’m going to concentrate on this profitable business,” says the pharmacist-turned-entrepreneur.

“Lazada has always helped me for my family’s needs,” Jake further shares. “I built a business focused on this platform and that helped my business grow. I’m investing time, money, and effort on Lazada because this business is inheritable by my daughter, Summerlove, in the future. When she grows up, she can manage it, and it will provide for her, too.”

Chester and Jake are joining thousands of online sellers in treating fathers on their special day! The Lazada Father’s Day Sale offers up to 80% off on gift ideas like gadgets, watches and accessories, and sports items. To give families more time to prepare their surprises, hot deals and huge discounts will start flying off the shelves as early as June 8 until June 17 at http://pages.lazada.com.ph/wow/i/ph/PHCampaign/fathers-day

Being in the showbiz industry long is a great achievement for artists. One of these artist who've stay quite long enough is none other but the Asia's Pop Princess Julie Anne San Jose. Who is by the way very grateful to announce that she is on her 11th year in the showbiz industry.


Julie Anne San Jose is very thankful to GMA Network for trusting her with lots and amazing projects.  She shares "Lumaki na po ako sa GMA, napamahal na po ako sa lahat ng tao dito at it's nice to know na yung mga taong andyan for me since Day 1 ay nandyan pa rin sa akin hanggang ngayon".


Last May 17, Julie Anne San Jose celebrated her birthday together with her closest friends and family. She also prepared a birthday performance on Sunday Pinasaya, where she was cheered on by her closest showbiz friends.
Julie Anne graces the last print cover of Cosmopolitan magazine, where she bares all her thoughts about her new music, her inspirations and plans in the future. She also shares that she didn't get a chance to workout in preparation for the photo shoot, but still, her good posture and body as it was shown in the magazine. Julie Anne said that she's happy with her figure now because she can eat whatever food she wants since her metabolism is really fast.



Following this, fans will have another single to look forward to this June as she releases "Tayong Dalawa" her third single under Universal Records. This will be included in her upcoming EP, which will be released on June 29. Julie Anne answered that Benjamin Alves is not her inspiration on this song since it tackles about break ups.

In addition to Julie Anne San Jose's busy life in the showbiz industry, a daytime drama program "My Guitar Princess" was also launched, where she stars as Celina, an aspiring singer who hides her identity in order to reach her dreams. She enjoys filming with co-stars Gil Cuerva and Kiko Estrada, who play as her leading men.
For more details about Miss Julie Anne San Jose follow her social media accounts via Twitter and Instagram @myjaps.

Young global smartphone brand Vivo never fails to thrill. It thrilled mobile fans worldwide with its forward-looking innovations, especially when they came out with a 20-megapixel front camera smartphone and released models with 24MP selfie camera next.

The list goes on and on since then. Two years after it was launched in the Philippines, the commitment to satisfy smartphone users has never wavered. Now, Vivo is bringing another innovation in the Philippines. No word has been said about the next model the brand will introduce in the Philippines, but Vivo confirmed it has an “eXciting touch” to it.

The young global smartphone brand has made a mark in the smartphone industry by outplaying its competitors with its top-of-the-line developments.

Aside from the selfie camera, Vivo is also a leading innovator of display screens. It has recently pushed for a 100% full-screen display when it launched its concept smartphone APEX™ FullView™ earlier this year. The same concept smartphone also boasted of an elevating front camera and screen SoundCasting technology to achieve the FullView™ screen.

Vivo broke another record when it introduced a ready-to-produce smartphone with an In-Display Fingerprint Scanning Technology, which was showcased during the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2018.

With its many firsts, Vivo is a true leader in bringing the smartphone technology to the future

One way of rewarding ourselves from the hard days work is through pampering. And one of which is a massage or a pampering spa that is the best thing to unwind and be relaxed to refresh and unload all the tiring days. I personally love to have a "me time" or "we time" with my hubby through a massage.

In line with this Thai Royale Spa presented their newest brand ambassador, Miss International 2016 Kylie Verzosa. Kylie shared that she's enjoys the busy life in the showbiz industry, like movies and endorsements. She is grateful for what is happening to her carreer now.
Thai Royale Spa is a husband-wife tandem with their own passion. The story behind Thai Royale Spa is indeed like its ambiance and their signature lovebird towel designs. It si full of LOVE. The husband needs to go out of the country to work to support his family needs but due to their overflowing love for each other, they think of a business to refrain him from going. The wife left her corporate job to take care of their baby and their growing family. With their love for each other and for the love for his family, the husband chose to stay in our country and together, they create a business that a lot of people can benefit. It is truly an Overseas Filipino Worker (OFW) and a corporate mommy turned to be an entrepreneur and a mompreneur respectively. That is why Thai Royale Spa was brought up, since November 2010.

The couple would like to be a living example of to the Filipino families out there who think they have no choice but to work abroad. You do have a choice. Your desire to see a happy and complete family can be a great inspiration for you to be creative and to think out of the box of a business that your family can run. This couple chose to maintain their complete family so they chose to risk what they have, to launch this business.

Gladly, what they risk blossomed into one of the best massage spas in our country. Thai Royale Spa was recently awarded as the 2013, 2014, and 2016 Most Family-Oriented Spa in the Philippines. They were awarded as the 2012 Outstanding Young Lady Entrepreneur and Outstanding Pinoy Achiever. They were trained internationally specifically in Bangkok, Thailand and Singapore to make sure that they can master their business and of course to offer the best for their clients and their would-be clients.

Thai Royale Spa has now 70 branches and counting. Thai Royale Spa is a proud member of Wellness Organization Worldwide (WOW) and one of the few that is certified by the Union of Thai Traditional Medicine Society (International Body Work Training Center) in Bangkok, Thailand so no need to worry about authentication for they only bring you the best.
According to the owner of the spa, Kylie Verzosa is the perfect choice for their Thai Royal Spa, she is perfect since she embodies a classy appeal plus a beauty that is very well define. That's how everyone should take a break, relax and have that refreshing feeling of being pampered.
Kylie said that every week, she makes sure to go to the spa and have a massage. With this, she is very thankful that she is now the brand ambassador of Thai Royale Spa. She loves to pamper her self after a tiring and busy life in a showbiz industry.

Since my husband and I love to have a massage, one of these days I'll make sure that we are going to spend our "We-Time" at Thai Royale Spa.

Aside from being busy with endorsements, Kylie is also shooting a movie with Cristine Reyes, Roxanne Barcelo and Nathalie Hart for Viva Films new movie "Abay Girls"



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When was the time you found your perfect match? Well, in life, we all been looking for that perfect match and I had found it. This June, celebrates the what you call Financial Independence Month, so HAVE YOU MET YOUR PERFECT MATCH?
With the rise of do-it-yourself financial planning, more Filipinos can now take charge of their hard-earned money. But despite the growing information and advice on personal finance, many still lack an investing mindset. This means looking beyond traditional savings instruments to achieve future goals. In fact, Sun Life’s SOLAR (Study of Lifestyle and Relationships) reveals that only 38% of Filipinos are willing to take investment risks in order to earn more and that only 8% actually invest. Furthermore, only 16% claim to have life insurance despite 88% of Filipinos worrying about their financial situation in case something happens to the breadwinner.

Clearly, many Filipinos still need guidance and advice on how to achieve lifetime financial security. A role that a Sun Life Financial Advisor can fulfill with their professionalism, a caring attitude, a winning mindset, and an inspired vision.


It’s a brilliant match!

In time for the Financial Independence Month of June, Sun Life puts the spotlight on the value of meeting a trusted financial partner via the #SunLifePerfectMatch campaign. Here, the country’s first and #1 life insurer aims to educate Filipinos on choosing the right Financial Advisor to help them with your financial goals. And with the Advisor Match tool, your perfect Sun Life advisor may just be a click away.

How does it work? Simply go to their website to access Advisor Match. Enter your location to generate a list of advisors in your vicinity. Each profile contains a short description of their credentials and how they can extend help – a very nifty way to show you what they have to offer. Such freedom to choose a Financial Advisor is both innovative and relevant, especially for consumers who want personalized service on-demand and at their convenience.

Make your brighter choice!

More than a handy online tool, Advisor Match is about empowering Filipinos to be more exacting and selective when looking for a financial partner. A series of online videos called “My Dream Advisor” puts a humorous twist on the challenging journey that comes with seeking one’s perfect advisor match. Taking a cue from the 90s dating game shows, the videos feature searchers faced with a rather disappointing line-up of advisor searchees – each embodying undesirable characteristics that have unfairly stereotyped life insurance agents for the longest time.

For its part, Sun Life emphasizes four core values that every financial advisor should possess: (1) professional in doing business; (2) one who cares for your welfare; (3) a desire to win for your dreams; and (4) an inspiring commitment to serve rather than sell. These values define Sun Life’s over 11,000 financial advisors. “We’ve seen a growing interest in personal finance lately with the number of inquiries and requests for advisor referrals doubling the past couple of years. We are happy to share that we are now empowering Filipinos to choose their very own Sun Life Advisor with just the click of a button. With Sun Life’s Advisor Match, they can be assured of finding competent and committed financial advisors to help them achieve their financial goals,” affirmed Sun Life Philippines Chief Marketing Officer Ms. Mylene Lopa. After all, finding your #SunLifePerfectMatch should never be difficult.

Go to advisormatch.sunlife.com.ph to experience the Advisor Match tool and learn more about finding the right partner in your financial journey.

Young global smartphone brand Vivo on Tuesday night teased tech enthusiasts nationwide when it posted a cryptic photo on its social media pages.

The photo showed a colorful thumbprint with a hashtag #UnlockingSoon.

“Unlock the future with a single touch,” the posts said, without giving any more details.

Vivo’s current flagship smartphone in the Philippines is the V9, which was released in March. It boasts of a 24-megapixel AI selfie camera, a 16MP+5MP dual rear camera, and a 6.3-inch FullView™ Display with a 90% screen-to-body ratio.

Ever since its launch in the Philippines in 2016, Vivo has been breaking barriers by introducing state-of-the-art smartphone to the selfie-loving Filipino consumers. It was Vivo that introduced a 20-megapixel dual front camera in V5 Plus and a 24MP front camera in V7 and V7+.

Aside from developing the selfie camera, Vivo has also paid attention to the users’ need for a bigger screen. Earlier this year, Vivo released the concept smartphone APEX™ FullView™, which nearly has a 100% screen-to-body display.

Vivo is also the first in the world to introduce a ready-to-produce smartphone with an In-Display Fingerprint Scanning Technology, which was showcased during the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2018.

Could any of these be Vivo’s next offering in the Philippines?

For inquiries about Vivo, visit the Vivo website at vivoglobal.ph or check out their Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/vivophil), Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/vivo_philippines /), and Twitter (https://twitter.com/vivo_phil) accounts.

Screen and television star Ai Ai de las Alas has agreed to top bill a movie for Viva Films and she has brought along as co-stars her hot hit making charges, the Ex Battalion. The film is set to start filming in July. It is written by Mel del Rosario and will be directed by Dado Lomibao. At the same time the members of Ex B will be getting ready for their first major concert to be produced by Viva.
The movie marks the return of Ai Ai to Viva Films where she made her early appearances while a struggling young actress. Since then she has become the country’s leading comedienne on television and on the big screen with landmark box-office hits like Ang Tanging Ina, Sisterakas, My Bebe Love and others. She ventured into a new side of the entertainment business early this year when she became the manager of Ex Battalion.
The Ai Ai and Ex B picture also marks the acting debuts of the members of this talented hip hop collective, which has introduced a new type of sound to the local rap scene. Being a collective means that all of the members are solo artists who can work together or on their own. It was formed by Bossx1ne six years ago and now includes the following rappers: Emcee Rhenn, King Badger, Skusta Clee, James Brando and Flow G.

Ex B broke into the big time with Need You two years ago. This was followed by Tell Me, and then No Games which brought the group into the top ten of the Philippine hit charts. Late in 2017, Ex Battalion released what would become their biggest hit to date, Hayaan Mo Sila. The number one seller which has dominated airplay, social media, streaming and downloading sites these past months is a soft, engaging rumination on living while surrounded by meddlers.

Watch out for this major motion picture event where Viva will bring together drama, comedy and the latest in Pinoy music.

Countless Filipinos are recognized as modern heroes for their commitment and sacrifices to provide only the best for their families.

As a brand that recognizes the Filipinos’ Sarap ng Pagsisikap, Chooks-to-Go is giving Pinoys more reasons to celebrate their sweet successes as it launches its Chooks-to-Riches promo.

With its latest promo, Chooks-to-Go is rewarding its loyal and hardworking customers who have been making the deliciously roasted chicken a part of the family’s everyday meals. This promo is Chooks-to-Go’s way to show its love and gratitude to its loyal customers.

Chooks-to-Riches is giving twelve (12) winners a chance to take home P100,000 in cash prizes, tax-free. To qualify for the promo, customers must make a single receipt purchase of at least one (1) whole Chooks-to-Go oven roasted chicken of any variant (Sweet Roast, Pepper Roast, Fried Chooks).

To earn entries, customers need to send their complete name, address, official receipt (OR) number, and total transaction amount via text message to 2256. Chooks-to-Go will be raffling off three (3) winners per weekly draw, starting June 27, 2018.

With Chooks-to-Riches, Filipinos now have more great reasons to savor their favorite masarap kahit walang sauce na litson manok and have wonderful dining experiences with friends and family. This promo is available in Chooks-to-Go outlets nationwide from June 12 to August 11, 2018. For more information, visit chookstogo.com.ph or facebook.com/chookstogo.

THE “BOYCE” ARE COMING BACK. One of the biggest independent bands in the world – BOYCE AVENUE, are coming to Manila on June 1 at the Araneta Coliseum, Cebu on June 2 at the Waterfront Hotel, Ballroom and Davao on June 3 at the SMX Convention Center Davao together with the most streamed local artist in the Philippines now, MOIRA.
Boyce Avenue is comprised of the three Manzano brothers – Alejandro (lead vocals, guitar, piano), Fabian (guitar, vocals) and Daniel (bass, percussion, vocals). The Florida-based band was formed in 2004, and in 2007 they started posting videos on YouTube sharing not only their original songs, but also their distinctive acoustic covers with the world. The videos resonated instantly and to date the band's YouTube channel has amassed over 3.7 BILLION Views and over 10.6 MILLION Subscribers. On YouTube, the band is ranked above such artists as Justin Timberlake. Drake, Miley Cyrus, Sia, and Imagine Dragons. The brothers have forged a lasting and passionate digital fan base on other platforms as well, with over 3 MILLION Facebook likes and a half million Twitter followers.

 

The band has also sold in excess of 10 Million songs and 1 Billion streams, and has had the privilege of touring the world several times, selling more than 600,000 tickets in over 30 countries, including most recently, a sold-out show at the legendary Royal Albert Hall in London, on November 2017.


Joining them on this concert is MOIRA, one of today’s favorites and one of the breakout stars of 2017 after winning the Himig Handog 2017 with her song “Titibo-Tibo”. She has massively increased her popularity and it was her song “Malaya” - theme song from the movie “Camp Sawi” that made her the “movie soundtrack queen of this generation”.



Hopeless romantics and even the broken-hearted can’t get enough of her hugot renditions of “Torete” and “Sundo”, as well as her other songs such as “Tagpuan”, Huling Gabi”, “Kita Na Kita” and “Saglit”, among others. Moira’s first two-night concert at the KIA Theater over the weekend sold out in just a few days.







BOYCE AVENUE WITH MOIRA is organized by Wilbros Live.

Tickets are available at:
Manila - TicketNet.com.ph or call 911-5555
Cebu - Waterfront Hotel Box Office or call 232-6888
Davao - SMTickets.com or call 470-2222

For more details visit their accounts at   Facebook.com/WilbrosLive Twitter @WilbrosLive Instagram @WilbrosLive