1st International Business Summit on Mindanao is happening today, June28

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June 28, 2014 marks a significant milestone in the history of Mindanao as business leaders all over the world converge at the Manila Hotel for the First International Business Summit on Mindanao!

In line with the vision "RESTORE THE LOST GLORY OF MINDANAO", the summit aims to showcase Mindanao to the world business community and to encourage global investors as well as businessmen to personally interact with local community leaders and entrepreneurs.

20th Century Fox reveals DAWN OF THE PLANET OF THE APES global trailer

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This July, two worlds will collide as man and ape fight for dominion over Earth in “Dawn of the Planet of the Apes,” see its latest hair-raising international trailer release here

Directed by Matt Reeves and stars a powerhouse cast led by Andy Serkis, Gary Oldman, Jason Clarke and Keri Russell, “Dawn of the Planet of the Apes” sees a growing nation of genetically evolved apes, led by Caesar (Serkis) that are threatened by a band of human survivors of the devastating virus unleashed a decade earlier.

They reach a fragile peace, but it proves short-lived, as both sides are brought to the brink of a war that will determine who will emerge as Earth’s dominant species.

Electrolux launches Delightful-E Yummy Web Series!

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Great-tasting food can only come from the freshest ingredients. Before learning to prepare mouth-watering recipes, knowing how to pick the best ingredients must come first. That’s why Electrolux, a global leader in home appliances, brings you the Delightful-E Yummy Web Series!

Delightful-E Yummy Picks

Join DJ Delamar Arias of the Morning Rush as she travels to various places in Luzon to pick the freshest ingredients and keep them at their best condition inside the Electrolux NutriFresh™ Refrigerator. From harvesting the freshest herbs and lettuce to picking the best meat cuts in the market, DJ Delamar will give you the know-hows in selecting only the best ingredients for a delightfully delicious meal every time.

KakaoTalk now on Mac, introduces Search Chat feature!

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KakaoTalk, one of the leading mobile messengers in the world, has announced exciting product updates for its subscribers across the globe! KakaoTalk is now available for Mac users worldwide and is now offering “Search Chat” – a brand new feature that will be available on the desktop client, KakaoTalk Windows. 

KakaoTalk for Mac

For the first time, KakaoTalk's desktop chat is now available to all Mac users. The beta version of KakaoTalk for Mac is available in English and Korean, with all the basic messaging features that KaTalkers love and rely on: full sync between mobile & Mac, friends list, chat rooms, emoticons, ability to receive files in any format (Word, Excel, photos, videos, etc.) and more. More features and updates (including search and the ability to send files) will be coming soon to Mac.

Willis, Rain, Patric and Cusack lead the cast of THE PRINCE

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Axinite Digicinema brings the high-octane non-stop actioner “The Prince” in local cinemas starring Bruce Willis, Rain, Jason Patric and John Cusack in an unrelenting action film that forces a retired crime boss back into the seedy underworld he’d left behind.

Directed by Brian A. Miller, known for his film-noir and cutting edge work in the action thrillers “Officer Down” and “The Outsider,” “The Prince” brings the audience in the gritty underworld of revenge-seeking gangsters.

Mark Wahlberg intensifies reboot of TRANSFORMERS via AGE OF EXTINCTION

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Academy Award-nominee Mark Wahlberg (“The Fighter”) gets to show off his fatherly protective side in Paramount Pictures' “Transformers: Age of Extinction,” the fourth installment in director Michael Bay's summer blockbuster franchise.

Walhberg plays single dad Cade Yeager who the actor describes as "a very ordinary guy who has to do extraordinary things in the face of danger to protect his family — anyone can relate to that. It's a little more intense, but there are great moments of humor infused."

What makes Papa John's Chicken Carbonara Pizza a nice movie match for TaDi!

As a movie fan boy,  I know food should always be part of the mix.  For a fan boy, a movie without food is incomplete!  So to make every film truly enjoyable, my resident movie match are either burger and fries or chips / popcorn or pizza!  Of course that comes with a soda.

However in the movie premier nights I attend, there's usually a buffet or cocktails offered by our much loved film studios.  But still, I need that something to munch on while watching the film.  But really, I look for something light, yet really tasty, as in like a real food!  I know you know what I mean.  But I don't have a much of a choice.  I always end up with something heavy and sinful or something light and dull. 

Today is National Wellness Day; 7-Minute Wellness Moment starts at 3:00 PM!

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Did you know that 9 of the 10 leading causes of death in the Philippines are health related? And did you also know that just by eating better, making small lifestyle changes and doing moderate activity on most days of the week, we can reduce the risk of many diseases and increase our quality of life?

The People Management Association of the Philippines (PMAP) is advocating health and wellness in the workplace as one of the most important issues that companies need to address today. With this, PMAP will hold a nationwide event called National Wellness Day that is envisioned to be participated by various companies in the country, both PMAP and non-PMAP members, on June 20, 2014.

Marvel unveils GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY character posters

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The titular characters of Marvel's “Guardians of the Galaxy” are featured in their very own posters which Marvel has just released. They are Star-Lord (Chris Pratt), Gamora (Zoe Saldana), Drax (Dave Bautista), Rocket & Groot (voiced by Bradley Cooper and Vin Diesel).

From Marvel, the studio that brought you the global blockbuster franchises of Iron Man, Thor, Captain America and The Avengers, comes a new team—the “Guardians of the Galaxy.”

Get ready for THE PENGUINS OF MADAGASCAR!

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From the maker of Madagascar, DreamWorks Animation has released the trailer of the much anticipated animation movie of the year THE PENGUINS OF MADAGASCAR

This latest animated espionage caper is directed by Simon J. Smith and Eric Darnell, the comedy stars the outrageous quartet elite commandos with unparalleled fighting skills from the Madagascar movies - Skipper (voiced by executive producer Tom McGrath), Kowalski (Chris Miller), Rico (John DiMaggio) and Private (Christopher Knights).

Jessica Soho is the most trusted news presenter in the Philippines four years in a row

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Jessica Soho often shares her story about being an “accidental journalist,” but her long list of achievements including the distinction of being announced as the Philippines Most Trusted News Presenter for 2014 by Reader’s Digest Asia is certainly no coincidence. The veteran broadcaster’s latest honor is featured in the June 2014 special issue of Reader’s Digest. Voted for by consumers, Reader's Digest Most Trusted Brand Awards have been given to brands excelling in various fields for the past 16 years.

“It’s always a proud moment for me to go up on stage and receive my award “says Soho in an interview”. I’m grateful because Reader’s Digest is such an influential and respected magazine,” says Soho in an interview.

Catch HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON sneak previews on June 9 & 10

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20th Century Fox brings the high-flying adventure, “How To Train Your Dragon 2” ahead of its regular release date in Philippine cinemas with its nationwide sneak previews on June 9 (Monday) and June 10 (Tuesday) starting at 5:00pm.

From DreamWorks Animation, the studio that brought the world blockbuster family animation such as “Shrek,” “Kung Fu Panda” and “The Croods,” comes the highly anticipated sequel to the Academy Award®-nominated “How To Train Your Dragon,” based on the children’s book series by Cressida Cowell.

Back to School Fashion with BUM Univarsitee

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Going back to school doesn’t have to be a stressful tale or a sad story of summer’s ending. It doesn’t have to be boring either. Make going back to school an exciting one! Dress up and express yourself with BUM Univarsitee.

BUM’s back-to-school campaign “BUM Univarsitee” encourages students and the young bloods to rise above the norm and express themselves with school-proper yet colorful and stylish fashion. School time doesn’t have to be dull and dreary so when it’s time to meet up with school friends, gear up by wearing items from the BUM Univarsitee collection.

Emma Watson is NOAH's adopted daughter in Paramount Pictures' epic film production

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British actress (and new college graduate from Brown University), Emma Watson stars in Paramount Pictures' new epic adventure, “Noah” as Ila, an orphan Noah (Russell Crowe) adopts after finding her left for dead in a refugee camp. This creates a unique bond between them as she grows into a woman.

Taking the part is a departure for Watson, best known as Hermione Granger in the popular “Harry Potter” film series, who has grown to more mature roles in “My Week with Marilyn” and “The Perks of Being a Wallflower.” “For Ila, we were looking for someone who has that innocence of a girl, but also could surprise us with the strength of an adult. Emma really brought that,” says screenwriter Ari Handel.

Witness a different kind of love story in THE FAULT IN OUR STARS starting June 5

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“The Fault In Our Stars,” this generation’s widely read story of love and its infinities from scribe John Green will finally unfold on the big screen on June 5 in the Philippines from 20th Century Fox. The “The Fault In Our Stars” celebrates the power of young love in all its magic, power and complexity.

The film follows Hazel and Gus, played by today’s well-loved pair – Shailene Woodley and Ansel Elgort, as their relationship develops from their first meeting at a cancer support group until the time they set off on a surprising and exciting journey to Amsterdam.

NOAH finally gets a screening date in the Philippines, opens in theaters on June 11

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The controversial epic biblical film NOAH was supposed to be screened in the Philippines earlier this year but was stopped due to operational matters.  But finally, the much awaited epic film of the year finally got a screening date in the Philippines and will open in cinemas on June 11!

Inspired by the epic story of courage, sacrifice and hope, Paramount Pictures presents the epic adventure “Noah” directed by Darren Aronofsky and starring Academy Award® winner Russell Crowe as the man chosen to undertake a momentous mission of rescue before an apocalyptic flood destroys the world.

TRANSFORMERS 4 unveils Optimus Prime, Bumblebee renders

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 Director Michael Bay has revealed three renders of Optimus Prime and Bumbleebee for the the fourth TRANSFORMERS film, TRANSFORMERS: AGE OF EXTINCTION.

Mark Wahlberg, Stanley Tucci, Jack Reynor, Nicola Peltz, Kelsey Grammar and Sophia Myles lead the cast of this USD 165 million feature set for release in the Philippines on June 25.  

AirAsia launches Taylor Swift aircraft livery for THE RED TOUR in South East Asia

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Early this year, I heard about the Red Tour concert series of pop phenomenon Taylor Swift.  Almost every one I know are excited about this upcoming concert so when I got an invite from AirAsia, the official airline of the Taylor Swift RED ASEAN TOUR, to go to Kuala Lumpur to attend the Red Hot Party of Taylor Swift, many of them wanted to join me!  Hehe.  But I tempered their excitement and said that it's just a pre-party but promised them to share my experience via this blog.  So here it is! :)

In photo are AirAsia Berhad CEO Aireen Omar (extreme right) and AirAsia flight attendants

On May 30, we (Earth Rullan of Earthling Gorgeous, Ruth de la Cruz of Ruthilicious, Nherz Almo of PEP, Karen Flores of ABS-CBN Online, Marita Galvez of When In Manila and Bot of Philippine Star) flew to Kuala Lumpur via AirAsia to attend this exciting event.  We arrived in KL in the morning so we had some time rest, relax and prepare for the party.