16 7 / 2021

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ASUS Philippines just launched their new partnership with Edukasyon.ph for their ASUS Education Partnership Program. This program aims to assist in the education sector to better equip and prepare them with the ongoing digital transformation of schools in the Philippines.

This initiative started with a live free webinar that happened last July 8, 2021. The event focused on ASUS education solutions, proper hosting and managing of learning management systems (LMS) and lastly a new program from ASUS that helps in bridging schools to have better access in modern technology.

“At ASUS, we are dedicated to solving the unique challenges faced by both students and educators today. We are here to help cultivate the minds of the next generation with a comprehensive, student-centered product portfolio, to help progressive and innovative learning in a fast-paced world.” said George Su, Country Manager of ASUS Philippines.

ASUS started the event with a talk on how ASUS Education has been in the forefront when providing solutions to schools, institutions, educators, and students in these digital times. These include the ASUS BR1100, the best K-12 laptop in education, the ASUS Chromebooks such as ASUS C436, C434, C425 and C223 which are geared towards to higher education and teachers and lastly the ASUS ExpertBook lineup, which includes the ASUS ExpertBook B9, B1, and P2.

The ASUS BR1100 is affordable and easy to manage, ideal for schools who are on a minimal budget. With technology that transforms classrooms, they allow both students and educators to focus on personalized learning experiences that help enable better learning outcomes. The ASUS BR1100 comes in two variants: the ASUS BR1100C as the traditional clamshell and the ASUS BR1100F as the premium flip version with a touch display. Both features military-standard durability that is meant to last bumps, shocks, and on-the-move usage.

“Collaboration (with ASUS) is actually the key, so that we could really push for change and progress. Edukasyon.ph cannot do it alone that’s one, and secondly the change cannot happen if it’s just going to focused all to the students. That is why in this very initiative we are taking a focus on our IT partners from our schools because for this to be effective, digital literacy, digital empowerment should not just be happening amongst our students but also with our it partners in the schools.” said Grace David, CEO of Edukasyon.ph.

“IT right now is actually a core essential to any business and even to education itself. We are very dependent on the technologies that we are running in now. Whether it be delivery of a service or even the way we consume our learning material now.” said Raphael Quisumbing, Chief Technology Officer of Edukasyon.ph.

Edukasyon.ph shared with the audiences how their simple partnership with ASUS started way back 2017 with offline senior high school fairs and how it progressed over time to become one of the longtime trusted partners. Edukasyon.ph also said that they envision more collaborative efforts along with ASUS to future-proof the students and the education ecosystem.

Mr. Quisumbing, on the other hand, spearheaded the first webinar session with “Host, Maintain, and Grow Your LMS System” where the focus is on how to setup and manage the LMS, Moodle, over the cloud. He tackled important aspects such as introduction to Moodle, cloud computing, database, and Amazon Web Services to name a few.

“Aside from the products that ASUS offers, we recognize the education sector as one of the foundations in our country. With that in mind, we are excited to share our ongoing ASUS Edukasyon School Partner Program which aims to assist schools in modernization of their IT facilities and to support teachers and students so they can excel more both in teaching and in learning.” said Francis Avila, Business Lead of ASUS Philippines.

ASUS also highlighted their ASUS Edukasyon School Partner Program where its main goal is to help schools and learning institutions with a development funding. Schools can enjoy yearly school development funds, computer laboratory decorations and learning seminars from partners such as Microsoft and Google. Benefits for educators and students on the other hand include technological update seminars, excellence award for top educator and school valedictorian, and lastly internship opportunity for graduating students.

For more information regarding the partnership and the ASUS Edukasyon School Partner Program, you can head over at the microsite (https://asus.edukasyon.ph). For schools and institutions who are interested in trying out the ASUS BR1100, email asuscommercialbusiness@gmail.com or fill the following form (http://bit.ly/ASPHBookADemo) to book a demo program.

To know more, visit www.asus.com/ph/Business/ and ASUS For Business (Philippines) Facebook Page

29 6 / 2021

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FREE Webinar on July 2, Friday!

With award-winning filmmakers-scriptwriters (alumni of #Cinemalaya) – Denise O'Hara, Arden Rod Condez, Derick Cabrido, Joseph Laban, Sheron Dayoc, Pam Miras, plus more!

Libre ‘to, beh!

Kwentuhan tayo this Friday!  Pag-usapan natin kung bakit nga ba kahit masheket magpelikula, eh tuloy pa rin tayo. 

Makaka-chika din natin sina Giancarlo Abrahan, Jay Fernando at Jade Castro.

Kaya mag-register ka na: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_O0VjQSM9T2uNFivQMGmX2g

17 6 / 2021

Buongiorno!

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Join us for the first of many Aperitivo digital events on July 3 at 6PM with celebrity chef, Sau del Rosario and Don Revy’s La Gioiosa Pinot Grigio DOC delle Venezie La Villa.

Find out at https://tinyurl.com/4udhrkar

14 6 / 2021

Five items that we can reinvent ourselves so as not to totally sacrifice fashion during these difficult times. 

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21 10 / 2020

It will definitely be a challenge when Ambos Mundos Restaurant reopens its doors in this age and time but it will be a challenge well-taken by the new generation of Ambos Mundos Restaurant movers.

It will definitely be a challenge when Ambos Mundos Restaurant reopens its doors in this age and time but it will be a challenge well-taken by the new generation of Ambos Mundos Restaurant movers.

16 1 / 2020

This brings to mind the song by Billy Joel titled “We Didn’t Start the Fire,” which reminds us that even though nobody most certainly did not cause Taal Volcano to spew steam, we all have to make it our responsibility to care for the common man as the world burns.

23 11 / 2019

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In today’s fast-paced lifestyle, a smartphone is a must-have appendage to keep up with one’s daily grind. But one feature that rarely takes the spotlight, yet very much deserves it, is Fast Charging.

Go-getters would know that the last thing that they want is for their smartphone to slow them down. And the best smartphone of choice to date, that will be up and running as you are is the Vivo V17Pro.

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Powered with 4,100 mAh battery, the V17Pro guarantees long battery life despite multi-app use. In layman’s term, one can enjoy a reliable phone that is versatile enough for quick document work, incessant communications via messaging apps, constant browsing, and even games, without it dying on you just after a few hours.

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The Fast charging feature is the life hack you need, especially if your mantra is Rest and Reset. It’s most important to have a phone that will only require as little time to reset as you are if you’re the image of up-and-about.

07 9 / 2019

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Anyone can avail it all weekends of this month!

Ready your wish list—the biggest shopping month of the year is coming this September with Home Credit’s Hulugan Knockout promo. Every weekend of the month, you can drop by the partner stores nearest you and get a 5% discount on the price of the item you want on top of paying for it in easy monthly installments. Prefer a 0% interest deal instead? You can get this on select items as well! Just pay the downpayment and go home with your item. Now isn’t that the best pre-Christmas shopping gift ever?

The Hulugan Knockout promo does not have any required minimum purchase amount or any special requirements. Just visit any of Home Credit’s partner stores, approach one of their friendly sales associates, and provide two (2) valid IDs. No credit card needed. You can even know the results of your application in as fast as one minute!

The Hulugan Knockout is Home Credit’s latest treat to its customers. The leading installment provider in the country also offers other products and services like credit cards and cash loans. To keep updated on their latest offerings, you may download the MyHomeCredit App in Google Play or follow their official Facebook account at https://www.facebook.com/homecreditph/.

06 7 / 2019

Suffering from a sore throat (pharyngitis[1] and tonsillitis) is a downer, there’s no doubt about that. What usually starts as minor itch and a bit of scratchiness at the back of your throat can end up being extremely painful, throbbing, and sensitive in just a matter of days without proper medication.

But what causes sore throat, you ask? In most cases, it can be traced back to a specific virus. Almost 85% of sore throats are caused by viruses[2], which means you’ll often get other symptoms like a runny nose or aches and pains just like you’d get with a cold[1] when you suffer from a sore throat.

Whatever the cause of your sore throat might be, the first concern of most people is to ease the pain. But heads up! Instead of being better, you might be making it worse with these habits that you need to stop right now!

Eating cold food and consuming cold liquid 

While consuming cold food and beverages may help eliminate the discomfort of sore throat, it doesn’t stop your condition from getting worse, in fact, it may even aggravate it. Most cold food and drinks that are dairy-based such as ice cream, milkshakes, and yoghurts should be avoided because it only thickens the mucus and may eventually make your sore throat more terrible.

Taking antibiotics

 Antibiotics fight bacteria, but most of the time, sore throat is caused by viruses, so antibiotics are not going to work.* Taking up antibiotics when not needed may lead to antibiotic resistance[3].

Gargling with a regular mouthwash 

A regular mouthwash is only effective in removing food debris in your mouth and does not help in killing viruses, bacteria, and fungi. Most mouthwashes which claim to have antibacterial properties may not suffice as well. So when treating sore throat it’s important to reach for an oral gargle that is clinically proven to address the root of the problem quickly.

Munching on marshmallows 

There’s this internet urban legend that marshmallows can help treat sore throat, but you know what? This legend is full of hot air. Those fluffy, sweet treats do not contain anything that can treat your sore throat. Made up of sugar, water, and gelatin, marshmallows are quite easy to swallow, but that does not mean that it does you any good. Sugar is a super acidic food that causes an imbalance in your body’s acid-base. Pathogens (infectious agents) love an acidic environment and thrive on such imbalances in the body. You don’t want your body, much more your throat, to be a hangout place of viruses and bacteria, do you?

Trying out various home remedies 

Most often than not, self-medication will not make your sore throat go away. It can just soothe your sore throat or provide relief for your discomfort for some time, but not prevent it from getting worse. So as soon as you experience the first signs of sore throat, use clinically-proven products that can help kill viruses quickly.

Temporary relief 

Trying currently available over-the-counter throat lozenges can gently numb the tissues in your throat but this temporary relief from pain and burning won’t last long. Though it can keep your throat lubricated, it won’t be an effective treatment for your sore throat and you might find yourself needing relief soon again.


The moment you feel an itch on your throat, don’t let it get worse. Help stop sore throat fast with antiseptic products that can kill 99.99% of viruses, the root cause of sore throat. Povidone-Iodine (BETADINE®) Throat Spray is your on-the-go buddy for a convenient all-day** sore throat relief for the people on the move… 

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…while Povidone-Iodine (BETADINE®) Oral Gargle can be used at home. The active ingredient of BETADINE® oral antiseptic, povidone-iodine, kills viruses in as early as 15 seconds, as well as bacteria and fungi[4-7].

*Depends on the symptom and severity of your illness. When in doubt, please consult your doctors or pharmacists. **Refer to label for usage instructions. ***Individual response may vary

  1. Eccles R et al. Respir Res 2010;11:108.
  2. Worrall G Acute sore throat 2011 Jul; 57(7): 791–794 https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3135445/
  3. WHO Antibiotic Resistance Factsheet. http://www.who.int/en/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/antibiotic-resistance. (Accessed November 2018).
  4. Kawana. Antimicrobial Action of Povidone Iodine. 1997.
  5. Zamora Jose. Chemical and microbiologic characteristics and toxicity of povidone-iodine solutions. 1986.
  6. Shiraishi. Evaluation of the Bactericidal Activity of Povidone-lodine and Commercially Available Gargle Preparations. 2002.
  7. Tan. Evaluation of anti-microbial activities of povidone-iodine (BETADINE®) on microorganisms. 2016.

®: BETADINE is a Registered Trademark of Mundipharma.

03 7 / 2019

A Wonder Wo-mom’s must-haves in preventing the common cold and flu-like illnesses from getting worse

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With the rainy season fast approaching, the risk of catching a cold or the flu is not far behind.

As much as you want your kids to experience the happiness of playing in the rain, your motherly instinct kicks in and keeps you worried that they might catch the flu or a cold. Studies show that an adult can get (2) two to (4) four episodes of the common cold annually while kids can get (6) six to (12) twelve episodes, but you can prevent that from happening! As every wonder wo-mom knows, a little prevention goes a long way. We’ve got you covered with seven items you need to have to help stomp out the sniffles.

1. A bottle full of water

Drinking lots of water will help decongest airways and keep the throat moist. Keeping your family hydrated is one of the best things you can do for their bodies while their immune system is gearing up for a fight against the cold.

2. A pack of immunity-boosting snacks

Consuming immunity-boosting food items on a regular basis will help prevent many illnesses including the cold and flu. If you are keen on living a healthy life, chow down on fresh fruits, yoghurt, and other healthy snacks. Doing so can save you and your kids from an unnecessary visit to the doctor.

3. A handy-dandy hand sanitizer

Here’s another thing that can keep the entire family healthy: hand sanitizers! Bacteria and viruses are everywhere so it’s better for your kids to always have a bottle of hand sanitizer or even a good ole’ bottle of isopropyl alcohol in the bag. Keeping their hands clean is one of the best ways to prevent the spread of illnesses.

4. A lot of tissue paper

When the cold and flu season hits, you’re going to need more tissue paper than you think. Always have a box of tissue paper because “lots” is never enough for a family. Just always remember to dispose of them properly and clean your hands after blowing your nose. By following this you and your family can help effectively stop the spread of viruses.

5. A stylish scarf

Of course, you’d want your family to be protected from allergens and viruses outside your home. Give them something to cover themselves with! May it be a nice handkerchief, a stylish scarf, or a sterile face mask, you should always be prepared most especially when the fambam is going to a crowded place.

6. A ton of patience, love, and understanding

Being a mom to sick kids can really be a test of patience. They all have their own quirks and nursing them can really wear you down so it’s always good to prepare yourself mentally and emotionally for the battle. Remember to ask for help, pray for love and patience, and most importantly, keep yourself healthy.

7. A trusted cold defense nasal spray

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Aside from having tons of patience and understanding, you need to have a trusted companion in keeping your family healthy. Hold the cold off before it worsens by using one of the leading and most trusted antiseptic brand in the country that is BETADINE®4,5,6. It has a whole line of upper respiratory care products that are proven to be safe and effective including BETADINE® Cold Defense Nasal Spray.