UAAP S82 Kick-Off: The Great UP Run 08.11.19

Flashback: In November 2018, UP rose from the dark ages and fought hard in the UAAP Season 81 Finals. While succumbing with much humility to the stronger Adamson University, history also recorded the powerful display of competence, teamwork and champion-spirit that put the Fighting Maroons on the map 32 years ago.https://news.abs-cbn.com/sports/11/28/18/at-long-last-up-fighting-maroons-top-adamson-for-1st-uaap-finals-trip-in-32-years Riding on this high... Continue Reading →

July 4, 2019 0

Sin Tax to the Max to Save Millions of Lives

The irony is that we are still missing the Robin Hood of our times, a prominent figure who will unabashedly use the charm, money and wit and maybe, risk it all, to see through the beginning of the end of the smoking culture.

December 7, 2018 0

DIS (Disability-Inclusive Sports) Training Program: Expanding the Universe of PWAs

Right from the moment Jason was diagnosed with autism, I knew and felt our world has gotten smaller. He didn't socialize like neurotypicals and became automatically drawn to the digital world. Gaming was a way of not only "killing time" and getting some form of excitement; it became a replacement for the great outdoors and... Continue Reading →

July 19, 2018 0

Money from a Plastic-Free Ocean

During the egress of a recent footrace where I was fortunate to have been part of the Organizing Committee, I saw a middle-aged runner, dressed in branded sportswear, happily but diligently picking up empty plastic bottles from the event site and collecting them in plastic reusable sacks. From afar, I cannot help but be reminded... Continue Reading →

June 11, 2018 0

Be the #JuanWithGetGo

As a lifestyle rewards program that offers the promise of flying for free, GetGo is committed to bring its members to various local and international destinations. To show its gratitude to its members, GetGo rewarded its 2017 top free flights redeemer, Socoritto Alcantara, with a big surprise. Upon arriving in Manila from her Dumaguete flight,... Continue Reading →

April 20, 2018 0

NOVUHAIR and Winning the Battle against Hair Loss

Without you knowing or noticing it, your hair could be dying on you. The daily grind can take its toll. Workload, traffic, stress, even sleep deprivation are inescapable realities. Indeed, it is difficult to look good or even decent with everything that needs to be done day in and out, but looking good on the... Continue Reading →

February 11, 2018 0

Gifting with Purpose: NOVUHAIR

It's the season of the never-ending parties once again. While this means trying to look your best at all times, this also translates to countless trips to the salon for perming and styling. Often times we hardly realize the damage to delicate strands caused by chemical contents of various products used on our hair --- until... Continue Reading →

December 21, 2017 0

Jason: The Warrior Inside an Autist

My eldest son Jason graduated AB English from TIP in 2015. Most families with special children patted me in the back and congratulated, saying. "You did well, Mommy, but this is it, this is where to draw the line.." They said it like a death sentence and perhaps they meant well; autists, even high-functioning ones... Continue Reading →

October 30, 2017 2

Formula for Immunity + The Looks = CONZACE

Even the best of our TV and movie stars can fade away fast, prematurely, if they do not take care of their health and complete well-being. Because like it or not, acting is such a demanding job that requires long hours in unfavorable weather conditions and thriving in stressful situations - than the average guy.... Continue Reading →

August 19, 2017 0

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