Filipina beauty will once again shine like no other as Ever Bilena, the country’s number one local cosmetics brand, supports the 2019 Binibining Pilipinas beauty pageant as its official makeup sponsor.

From pre-pageant activities, events, and charity visits to the most-awaited coronation night, all 40 candidates from different provinces and backgrounds are set to look their best throughout the entire pageant season with the help of Ever Bilena.

And as a part of their journey, the beautiful candidates were warmly welcomed by Ever Bilena staff and executives during their visit to Ever Bilena’s headquarters at Caloocan.

To help them prepare for the big night, the lovely ladies were given an exclusive, easy-to-follow makeup tutorial led by celebrity makeup artist Muriel Vega Perez. Apart from makeup techniques, the cosmetics guru also discussed skincare tips to further help each candidate show off her sophisticated style.

During the visit, Ever Bilena also hosted a casual fashion show wherein the candidates displayed their confidence, wit, and personality. As a result, the brand executives and judges selected four corporate awardees to be namely Vickie Rushton as Ms. Ever Bilena, Emma Tiglao as Ms. EB Advance, Jessica Marasigan as Ms. Careline, and Samantha Bernardo as Ms. Blackwater.

For 36 years, Ever Bilena has catered to the Filipina beauty to help enhance their individual beauty with quality and affordable cosmetics. As a pioneer in the local beauty industry, Ever Bilena has stood by its motto that "Every Filipina deserves beauty that lasts a lifetime."

Five boys and five girls were selected during the Jr. NBA Philippines 2019 presented by Alaska National Training Camp to comprise the newest batch of Jr. NBA All-Stars and represent the country at the first Jr. NBA Global Championship Asia Pacific Selection Camp in Jakarta, Indonesia in June to train with top youth players from the region.

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Collin Sexton and WNBA Champion Ticha Penicheiro joined Jr. NBA coaches Carlos Barroca and Natalia Andre and Alaska coaches Jeffrey Cariaso and Tony dela Cruz to help coach the 80 participants at the Gatorade Hoops Center and Don Bosco Technical Institute on May 18 and in the boys and girls exhibition game at the SM Mall of Asia Music Hall on May 19.  The final day of the Jr. NBA National Training Camp hosted an exhibition game for former Jr. NBA All-Stars and was attended by notable alumni including collegiate players Thirdy Ravena and Janjan Jaboneta.

First Name	Last Name	Age	School
Dianne Camille	Nolasco	14	Miriam College
Karylle	Sierba	13	Manuel S. Enverga University Foundation
Mikylla	Taborada	14	Corpus Christi School Cagayan de Oro
Justine Mhyrra	Vibangco	13	Saint Joseph Parish School
Princess BJ Marie	Villarin	13	De La Salle Zobel

First Name	Last Name	Age	School
Henjz Gabriel	Demisana	14	Bacolod Tay Tung High School
Joshua	Minguillo	13	-
Zhan Paolo	Moreno	14	Xavier University Cagayan de Oro
Sebastian Roy	Reyes	14	Nazareth School of National University
Lionel Metthew	Rubico	14	De La Salle Lipa

Congratulations to all the chosen kid star players! Keep up the good work! 05/22/2019 (The Lifestyle Portal by Yam Macapantao)

The money remittance company Palawan Pawnshop got their newest ambassadors - the UP Fighting Maroons.  

Yes, this Puerto Princesa-based company just added the all-time favorite Pinoy sports basketball in their advocacy lineup. They were the sponsor of the team.

To seal their partnership, they formally had their contract signing on May 14 at the Quezon Hall of UP Diliman. Key personalities from Palawan Express Padala and the team members and coaches of the UP Fighting Maroons graced the event together with the chosen bloggers and media who covered the event.

On how the partnership began, Lilian Selda, Palawan Pawnshop's vice president for finance, said, "One of my friends who's also from UP but a classmate in AIM (Asian Institute for Management) called me. Yung husband nya is assistant team manager of the UP Maroons. They dropped by our house and then after that, the Nowhere To Go But UP [Foundation] went to our office and presented the package."

Agaton Uvero, the Fighting Maroons' team manager, confirmed that his foundation indeed reached out first.

"Mas madaling lumapit sa mga UP alumni kasi para bang nabuhay yung damdamin ng mga alumni. Dati, tahimik lang yung mga alumni ng UP. Ngayon, maraming gustong tumulong di lang sa basketball pati sa ibang mga programa ng UP," said Uvero.

Selda later bared that the partnership is not just for the men's hoops squad.

"The women's basketball team approached us also, so we're also sponsoring the women's basketball team," she added.

Here is the live video coverage during the event:

And below are more photo coverage during the contract signing:

Vivo is introducing a limited-edition Blossom Pink color to its V15 smartphone to bring a touch of tender summer feels while evoking affection and sweetness. V15 handsets with the exclusive color variant which celebrates the season of bloom will be available at selected stores nationwide, until supplies last.

Aside from its refreshing Blossom Pink color, the Vivo V15 sports a 6.53-inch Ultra FullView display to provide a 90.95% screen-to-body ratio for an immersive viewing and gaming experience.

The handset has a 32MP Elevating Selfie Camera and an AI-powered triple rear camera setup of 24 Million Photographic Units, 8MP AI Super Wide-Angle camera, and 5MP Depth Camera. The AI Super Wide-Angle camera is perfect for capturing amazing landscape and panoramic shots of summer.

The Vivo V15 is powered by the Helio P70 with 6GB RAM + 128GB ROM. It is available for only P17,999 (SRP) and also comes in standard Topaz Blue and Glamour Red colors. 05/15/2019 (The Lifestyle Portal)

About Vivo

Vivo is a leading global technology company committed to creating trendsetting smart mobile innovations and services. Vivo is devoted to forming a vibrant mobile internet ecosystem, and currently owns and operates an extensive network of research operations, with R&D centers focusing on the development of cutting-edge consumer technologies including 5G, AI, mobile photography and next-generation smartphone design.

In recent years, Vivo has taken frequent efforts in the sports field and is committed to promoting the mutual penetration of the brand’s diverse fields and diversifying its brand image. Vivo Philippines announced its partnership with the NBA by the end of 2018.

Currently, Vivo has over two hundred million users enjoying its mobile products and services around the world. Vivo is present in 18 markets globally and features offline retail stores in over 1,000 cities worldwide. In the Philippines, Vivo is the top3 smartphone brand in terms of market share with 1.5 million users nationwide.

Today’s moms have come a long way from generations past. They are busier than ever, pursuing active lifestyles while still fulfilling their duties as caring and nurturing mothers, all deserving of recognition and appreciation for the selfless things that they do.

This Mother’s Day, there is nothing like showing your expression of gratitude and love for mom than a lasting gift like a TechnoMarine timepiece that is perfectly suited to her lifestyle and personality.

For the Perfectionist Mom who always pursues excellence with an outstanding attention to detail, the Sea Lady with the precision of its Swiss movement is the right one for her. For the Career Mom who maintains a successful corporate profession, while also effectively looking out for her family and the household, there’s the timeless style of the Sea Beauty—elegance personified and a notch above the rest.

Then, there’s the StylishSocial Mom who is fashionable and always up to date with the latest fashion trends. From her hairstyle, clothes, and accessories, everything about her is in sync. Hence, the Sea Pearl with its exquisite Mother of Pearl Dial is the best match to her trendy look. Finally, for the Active Mom—sporty, athletic, and always on the go—the Cruise Original could be her ideal timepiece. With three sub-dials that display 60 second, 30 minute, and 1/10th of a second, it also boasts of water resistance up to 200 meters.

Also this Mother’s Day, TechnoMarine will offer a 30% discount on featured watches—especially for moms—from May 6 to 15, 2019.

Holding true to its mission of delivering exceptional time, all TechnoMarine models are meticulously engineered utilizing only the finest materials. Due to this distinguished craftsmanship, TechnoMarine has earned international recognition, a reflection of the brand’s richness in dimension and attitude.

Technomarine can be found at Robinson’s Galleria, Robinson’s Magnolia, Shangri-La Plaza, SM City Cebu, SM Lanang Premier Davao, SM Mall of Asia, SM Megamall, SM North Edsa, TriNoma, and Uptown Mall. 05/11/2019 (The Lifestyle Portal)

Flowers and Chocolates—what better way to melt the heart of the one dearest to you, your mom? 

This Mother’s day, express how much love and appreciation you really feel towards the one who raised and nurtured you unconditionally with Villa del Conte’s Festa della Mamma Gift Set. 

Consisting of an elegant combination of Pink Roses and Peach Lisianthus flower arrangement, a jar of dark chocolate covered almonds, and a dainty box of pralines, this special mother’s day gift is sure to delight and bring joy.

Villa Del Conte chocolates from Padova, Italy, are premium, high quality, and delightfully artisanal. They can be found in Greenbelt 5, SM Megamall, and Robinsons Magnolia or contact 893-2575.

To know about Villa Del Conte and its other tempting chocolate creations, follow Villa Del Conte on Facebook @VillaDelContePh, Twitter @villadelconte, and Instagram account @VillaDelContePh, or visit http://www.villadelcontecioccolato.com. 05/11/2019 (The Lifestyle Portal)

Ask any Barangay Ginebra San Miguel player what keeps them going on the court even when the odds are against them, the answer – the fans. Win or lose, the legions of die-hard Barangay Ginebra San Miguel fans have shown their commitment to the team. For 40 years, chants of “Gi-neb-ra!” have rocked stadiums where the team played. In this age of social media, every Barangay Ginebra game is sure to be a top trending topic on Twitter. Their games are able to draw SRO crowds even in the 55,000-seat Philippine Arena in Bulacan, the world’s largest indoor arena. No other fandom has shown such devotion to a basketball team. Where Barangay Ginebra goes, they follow. Indeed, Barangay Ginebra San Miguel has the best fans in the world. 

THE BIRTH OF NSD (NEVER-SAY-DIE)

The passion of Barangay Ginebra San Miguel fans mirrors the fervor of the players once they get on the court. After all, this is the team that lives and breathes the words, Never-Say-Die.

It all began in 1985.  Though the team was formed in 1979, the year 1985 went down in Philippine basketball history as the year Ginebra San Miguel’s Never-Say-Die spirit was born.  The protagonist in this historical moment is no other than Robert Jaworksi, Sr. After being hit by a wayward elbow in the second quarter, the Big J had to leave the game to go to the hospital.  To everyone’s shock, he returned in the third quarter with seven stitches on his lip.  The Gins were behind by 15 points going into the final seven minutes of the game when Jaworski re-entered the court and led the team to victory, sparking a frenzy that to date, is unmatched. This was the beginning of Ginebra’s Never-Say-Die mantra.

Here are our video coverage during the event. Let's all watch these:

Year after year, Barangay Ginebra San Miguel players continued the team’s Never-Say-Die legacy.

“The Fast and The Furious” duo of Mark Caguioa and Jayjay Helterbrand showed resilience and determination when they fought hard to end the team’s seven-year drought in the 2004-2005 season to win the PBA Fiesta Conference.  Moreover, they turned this victory into a back-to-back win as they also claimed victory in the following conference – Philippine Cup Conference.

Helterbrand has since retired but believes that the team’s NSD spirit is alive in the current players, like Scottie Thompson who is making history himself. He recorded his third triple double and bagged the 2018 PBA Commissioner’s Cup Finals MVP.  He brings his best in every game, fighting for every rebound, taking the shots and giving tough defense.

And here are the photos during the event:










Another current player giving his all in every match is Justin Brownlee. His buzzer-beating three-pointer clinched the 2016 Governor’s Cup for the Gin Kings, their first after eight years. The game exemplified the NSD spirit with the team coming back from a 15-point deficit at half time. Brownlee returned the following season and helped Barangay Ginebra defend the Governor’s Cup, this time in front a new PBA record crowd attendance of 54,068 at the Philippine Arena in Bocaue, Bulacan.

40TH ANNIVERSARY JERSEY COLLECTION

To thank Barangay Ginebra San Miguel fans for their four decades of support, Ginebra San Miguel is launching the 2019 Never Say Die Jersey Collection featuring the Living Legend and father of Never-Say-Die spirit, Robert Jaworski, Sr. (7); the unforgettable “The Fast and the Furious” duo, Jayjay Helterbrand (13) and Mark Caguioa (47), fast-rising basketball superstar Scottie Thompson (6), and the most beloved PBA import who has won the hearts of Pinoy basketball fans Justin Brownlee (32). These limited edition jerseys will be worn by the team in the upcoming 2019 PBA Commissioner’s Cup.

What makes the 2019 Jersey Collection special? “This is the first time in the 40-year history of Barangay Ginebra San Miguel that ‘Never-Say-Die’ is featured in the team jersey. Barangay Ginebra San Miguel has become synonymous to the never-say-die spirit that has been the mantra not only of the Gin Kings but also of every kabarangay. Our tribute to never-say-die, which began with coach Robert ‘Sonny’ Jaworski, Sr., is also a tribute to the team’s legions of fans who have not only embraced and loved the team but also embodied the never-say-die attitude,” says Ginebra San Miguel Brand Manager Paolo Tupaz

To avail of the jerseys, just buy any GSMI product. Every six (6) seals of Ginebra San Miguel or any five (5) caps of GSM Blue, GSM Blue Flavors, Primera Light Brandy and Ginebra San Miguel Premium Gin, entitles customers to purchase one jersey for only P100 at your favorite supermarket or convenience store outlets nationwide.  Fans can get the Ginebra San Miguel 2019 Jersey Collection until June 30, 2019.

For more details and updates on the promo, log on to www.ginebra.com.ph, check out the official Facebook page of Ginebra San Miguel www.facebook.com/barangayginebra or call the GSMI customer care hotline at 632-2564. 05/10/2019 (The Lifestyle Portal by Jamil Macapantao)

In celebration of World Autism Awareness Day, more than 500 children with autism, together with their parents and companions, participated in the “Color It A-OK” activity, held recently at the Music Hall of SM Mall of Asia. 

The kids with autism colored a drawing pad measuring 860 sq. feet, which hopes to send a message of acceptance, accommodation, and appreciation for all persons with autism. 

The event was organized by the Autism Society Philippines, supported by SM Cares and SM Mall of Asia. 05/08/2019 (The Lifestyle Portal)

As the Philippines is making its buzz louder in different fields globally, surely, we cannot let fashion pass under our very nose.

The prestigious Philippine Fashion Revolution is breaking out in the fashion scene with its revolutionary ingenuity with the use of typical fabrics. It aims to parade designs that use quintessential fabrics infused with Philippine weaves, highlighting modern Filipino Fashion.

Spearheaded by the sophisticated Lynn Bentsen of Lynn Bentsen Fashion and Talent Academy, who has been in this business for 19 years, this event has been envisioned to revolutionize and benchmark fashion industry into a new level. Because of her love for Philippine fabrics, she initiated this concerted effort to produce a cultural-based fashion show, exhibiting the beauty and ingenuity of the Philippine weaves in this modern and technological world.

Philippine Fashion Revolution is putting the spotlight on more than 60 talented designers to exhibit modern Filipino Fashion and underscore 120 professional models and three renowned fashion directors, aiming to make a mark in the mainstream of the fashion industry locally and globally. Directed by well respected Fashion Show directors Cata Figueroa Jr and Raymond Villanueva.

You can be a part of this fabulous event on September 22 and 23, 2019 at SMX AURA.

For interested parties, contact our marketing partner:

PMCM Events Management

Mobile: (0917) 834-4978

Office #: (02) 501-0029 loc. 1000

Email: pmcm.events@gmail.com

Look for Miss Mys Sandico

Thank you so much for your support!!!

See you at the Philippine Fashion Revolution!!! 05/08/2019 (The Lifestyle Portal by Jamil Macapantao)

Miss Universe 2015 Pia Alonzo Wurtzbach, Miss Universe 2018 Catriona Gray, and Concert King Martin Nievera headline this year's Love Gala: Courage Amplify on May 11 at the ABS-CBN Vertis Tent in Quezon City.

Wurtzbach will launch a new advocacy campaign that promotes HIV treatment-as-prevention method. Gray will offer words of courage to commemorate all those who lost their lives to the virus in the 2019 International AIDS Candlelight Memorial ceremony. 

Meanwhile, Martin will serenade the occasion to show his support for the HIV/AIDS advocacy. Suklay Diva Katrina Velarde, Pinoy Dream Academy Season 2 Grand Star Dreamer Laarni Lozada, World Champions of Performing Arts winner Rhap Salazar, The Voice Philippines Season 2 Finalist Leah Patricio, Prince of Ballad Gerald Santos, Jeffrey Hidalgo, Ana Ramsey, and more will also lend their voices for the cause. In addition, Zeus Collins of the Hashtags, Addlib Dance Company, and Hiraya Dance Company will gracefully extend their moves to support the advocacy.

The 2nd Ripple Awards will also be conferred at the Love Gala. This award is given to individuals, organizations, and initiatives that have greatly contributed to the HIV/AIDS advocacy. Esteemed panel of judges from World Health Organization, UNAIDS and other international and local institutions rigorously screened the awardees. The awards will be presented by DJ Chacha, Kaladkaren Davila, Paolo Ballesteros, CK of the Hashtags, Vivoree Esclito, Iyah Mina, BJ Pascual, Phil Palmos, Samantha Mae Bernardo and Empress Schuck.

The charity-gala promises to be a memorable evening of exquisite music, worthwhile fundraising, and heartfelt recognition of movers in the HIV cause. For those who want to be part of this special night, tickets are available at www.lovegala.org.

Love Gala is hosted by LoveYourself and UNAIDS. LoveYourself is the country’s leading non-government organization that provides free HIV education, testing and counseling, and treatment services, among others. Meanwhile, UNAIDS is leading the global effort to end AIDS as a public health threat by 2030 as part of its Sustainable Development Goal.

Love Gala is supported by AIDS Healthcare Foundation, World Health Organization (WHO), Department of Health (Philippines), PhilHealth, Save the Children Philippines, Philippine National AIDS Council, Pilipinas Shell Foundation, Inc. and Australian Federation of AIDS Organisations (AFAO); co-presented by ABS-CBN Corporation, Durex, Camber by Hetero, Cape Lupe, Hairdressers Against AIDS by L'Oreal Philippines; and sponsored by Gilead Sciences, TELUS International, Victoria Court, SIP, Inspi Philippines, Absolut & Olmeca, Okamoto Philippines, Maquillage Professionnel School of Make Up Artistry, Vicks, Downy, Business Mirror, Digital Out of Home with contributions from Mont Albo, Shopee, Cognizant, Rotary International D3780, MASS TV & F1 Hotel Manila. 05/08/2019 (The Lifestyle Portal)