iPad with Retina Display Giveaway: WW

Welcome to the iPad with Retina Display Giveaway Event Sponsored by Parcelbound.com

Do you live overseas and enjoy shopping in the Unites States?

Do you run your own eCommerce site and need to ship to international customers?

Do you have loved ones overseas and wish to send gifts to them as safely and inexpensively as possible?

If you answered yes to any of these questions then Parcelbound.com is for you!! Watch this video below and find out how.

Parcelbound is a top rated international package forwarding company. They provide great savings to international customers wanting to shop on all their favorite USA websites stores, and saving them up to 75% on international shipping costs! Parcelbound's service is also great for USA residents wanting to ship gift to friends/family living overseas. Get your own Parcelbound USA shipping address today!

This giveaway is open worldwide and the winner will receive the iPad plus if you are outside the US you will receive FREE international/domestic shipping to show how the Parcelbound service works. Giveaway ends July 11, 2013 at 11:59pm est.

One lucky winner will receive an iPad with Retina Display 16GB!!

Organized by: Mom Powered Media

With a special thank you to our co-host: Baby Costcutters, Mom to Bed By 8, Powered by Mom, PinoyRecipe, Shannon's View from Here, Down South Savings, Little Bits of Everything, and Giveaway Booster

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Jathi App $100 Visa Gift Card Giveaway

Jathi, short for "joined at the hip", is a new app set to launch soon! It is a mobile-only iPhone app that lets you create an e-invitation called a “J-vite” that is activity focused. The J-vite is a custom-designed e-invitation you can send to a friend or loved one just for the two of you.

So if you would like to plan a special get together with your daughter, mom, husband, ect., this app will allow you to send a personalized detailed e-invitation in just minutes! I know you might be thinking, "I can just send a text." This is more than just a text....this is a special e-invitation when you want to say, "Hey, I want to spend time one-on-one with you because you are special to me." Even for activities as simple as an ice cream date, wine on the deck after the kids are in bed, or dinner and a movie night out. You can make them a special time by making an extra special e-invitation for this one person you care to spend your time with.

Jathi will be free to download and explore. You can see a tour of the Jathi App here. For a limited time, you will be able to use the free trial option, so you can send a J-vite free of charge! Then after your free trail 3 J-vites cost just $1 or 8 J-vites for $2.00.

Make sure to sign-up for the Jathi Blog Newsletter to keep up to date on the launch date.

The Jathi App features includes:

• a broad range of activity ideas and options to select from
• beautiful artwork created by international artists, or add your own
• options for just the right sentiment to go with your J-vite, or create your own
• scheduling calendar
• message board to post comments and photos before and after the activity

Jathi is offering one lucky reader a $100 Visa Gift Card

Organized by: Mom Powered Media

Hosted by: Baby Costcutters, Mom to Bed By 8, Powered by Mom, Giveaway Booster, Coupons In Motion, and ConservaMom

Giveaway ends June 24th at 11:59pm, open to US residents, ages 18+. 

To enter please use the Rafflecopter form below. Good luck!

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Make your Tableware Melawares

Like most moms and wives, I m a practical person. I often select and used products that are essentially economical and therefore fits my budget but do not sacrifice quality.  Just like in my choice when it comes to tablewares. 

At home or at fast food chains, plastic tableware is used every day, but how can you be very sure that it’s safe to use? It is recommended, however, that the use of plastic tableware should not be just any brand. It has to be a trusted one—Melawares—for the sake of the family’s health and safety. 

Melawares, one of the most trusted brands of tableware from CDC Manufacturing Corporation, knows the possible dangers of getting harmful chemicals in your food when using inferior-quality brands so CDC Manufacturing Corporation made sure that their melamine tableware are of premium quality and safe for the family. With over 30 years in the tableware business, Melawares has more than enough knowledge to develop quality melamine products the market needs. 

So, how is Melawares different from other plastic tableware? 

Melawares only uses imported and 100% “melamine” in making their tableware. Other plastic products may only be using “urea” as their raw material. The difference between the two materials is that when melamine sets, it doesn’t migrate or “contaminate” the food we eat, while urea mixes with food and may cause health hazards, particularly in the digestive and respiratory systems.

Melamine is also durable, stain resistant and heat resistant. Urea, on the other hand, is a material of substandard quality and is vulnerable to stains, less durable and less heat resistant. For hot food, it will be a disadvantage and may cause substandard plastic tableware to chip or melt and become deformed.

It is understandable that people would opt for the most affordable products to use at home, but getting plastic tableware with no assurance of quality may pose risks for the family. Urea-based tableware is known to be cheaper than melamine-based products, but would you rather choose to go cheap just to save a few pesos if it would put your family’s health at risk? You’d probably end up spending more for hospital bills or medicine in the process. 

So make sure to get only Melawares. The company made it a point to keep their products affordable without sacrificing quality. It is a rare feat nowadays to find household products manufactured in the Philippines accepted by consumers so CDC Manufacturing Corporation makes it a point to continue to innovate. The company will soon launch new and eco-friendly products, a testament to its innovative and visionary business and product development philosophy. 

“We understand the discerning requirements of Filipinos when it comes to their tableware needs, which is why we continue to develop and design our products exclusively for them,” Ms. Chriselda Chua, Marketing Manager for CDC Manufacturing Corporation, said. 

At present, CDC Manufacturing Corporation has four brands aside from Melawares, the classic brand that carries high-quality melamine tableware products. There is Bestware, Urban Kitchen, and Perfect Dining, and is also the leading manufacturer of customized dinnerware for Quick Service Restaurants serving some of the biggest names in the food industry.
Make your tableware melamine. Make it Melawares. For more information about Melawares, go to www.melawares.com.

Melissa & Doug Summer Toys Giveaway

Summer weather is here! Melissa & Doug has all kinds of great toys for you to help keep the kids entertained for the summer. You can get toys for all ages including classic toys, tents, sand toys, puzzles, art; craft, plus more!

Summertime is one of the most awaited season not just by kids but adults alike. It is during this time that we often head to the beach and have some family bonding. Such enjoyable moments for everyone.

Not only do you have the opportunity to win this giveaway but you can also head on over to the Melissa & Doug on Facebook fan page and then click on the Play to 250k Sweepstakes tab to enter the Play to 250,000 Fans Sweepstakes.

Each time their fan base grows by 1,000 fans, a fan will win a selection of Melissa & Doug toys. Plus, when the Facebook page reaches 250,000 fans, all fans will receive a special gift. WOW!!

If you are curious about what real moms thinks about Melissa and Doug toys, you can read these reviews:

Baby Costcutters Review

Mom to Bed by 8 Review

Powered By Mom Review

One lucky winner will receive a $200.00 eGift Code to Melissa &Doug!

Giveaway ends June 27, 2013 at 11:59pm, open to US only, ages 18+. To enter please use the Rafflecopter form below. Good luck!

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This event was organized by MomPoweredMedia please contact tina@babycostcutters.com with questions or to see your business or blog featured on the next big event!

Wear it Your Way with Wacoal

Wearing the correct undergarments is sometimes one thing that is often neglected. According to some studies, about 80% of women wears the wrong bra size. But its not only about wearing the correct size that is important. Another factor to consider is how it will appear underneath the clothing or how fashionable an undergarment can look like. 

And how to get that perfect and fashionable look. There are various ways.

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 1. Wear it the conventional way - underneath a shirt or any tops

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2. Strapless - just perfect for gowns or some night outfit 

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3. One sided - wear it for some everyday classic one shoulder dress

















Whatever way it is, it is but important to consider how you can wear it comfortably and with style.

Just like Wacoal, who believes that every woman is made beautiful. Such their creations are made to fit the everyday needs of women to connote, comfort, style and fashion. 

KIDS OF REGION 3 ENLIVEN BY GMA ARTISTS AT THE MIND MUSEUM

Kids from various socially oriented organizations in Region 3 were provided special treats as they spent time with GMA artists - Joyce Ching, Barbie Forteza and Krystal Reyes during the Children's Hour event at the Mind Museum. “Basta isipin nyo lang na kaya nyo yan sa kahit anong pinagdadaanan nyo sa buhay” said Barbie Forteza while giving their words of encouragement. Despite of their busy schedules the teen Kapuso stars were still able to spend time with the kids and cheered them up. They are sharing their blessings by reaching out and being role models.

Children’s Hour, through its program A+: Arts and Athletics, is providing creative and educational experiences for indigent children. Through these fun-filled activities, public school education is complimented with exposure to arts, culture and athletics. This A+: Arts and Athletics activity is implemented in partnership with Bonifacio Foundation, Inc., and aims to give 2867 unprivileged Filipino children a day at The Mind Museum. 

The 3 teen artists will have their upcoming drama series, Anna Karennina which is set to premiere on June 3, 2013 in GMA Telebabad. 
KAPUSO STARS as role model to children (Photo Shows): Kids from various organizations in Region 3 with (L-R center) Joyce Ching, Barbie Forteza and Krystal Reyes.

Kaspersky Total Security Code Giveaway: Opens WW

Welcome to our Giveaway. GIAY TO THE WORLD here is pleased to join Tammie's Reviews, Giveaways and More in bringing you this giveaway sponsored by Kaspersky. Kaspersky is very well known for their cutting edge anti-virus programs. You can read Tammie's review of the giveaway product here.

 2 winners will each receive a code for Kaspersky Pure 3.0 Anti Virus Total Security

This event is open World Wide.

This event will be open from 6/3 to 6/17, starting and ending at 7 p.m.

All entries will be verified. Enter using the easy Giveaway Tools widget below and Good Luck!







Disclosure ~ This blog is not responsible for prize fulfillment. This blog received no compensation for promoting this event. For any questions or issues, please contact Tammie at pankuch1605@hotmail.com.

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California Wine Club Gift Sets Giveaway

Welcome to the Dads, Grads; Weddings California Wine Club Giveaway!

Do you need some gift ideas for Dad? How about gifts for the College Grad you know, a gift for a wedding or any other special occasion?

Sponsored by: California Wine Club Organized by: Mom Powered Media

Hosted by: Baby Costcutters, Mom to Bed By 8, Powered by Mom and My Dairy Free Gluten Life

It's that time of year where we start to look for gifts for dads, college graduations, weddings and so much more. Wouldn't you like to give them a gift they can enjoy for as long as they want, that has variety, brings them something new each month and better yet is a high quality gift without the high prices? A California Wine Club membership is perfect for wine lovers and those who want to experience and learn more about wines.

A membership to California Wine Club would be a unique and special gift that someone could enjoy for years to come. California Wine Club memberships would also add touch of class to corporate parties as gifts and prizes, it's never too early to plan that company Christmas party! Or better yet treat yourself and start enjoying some fine wines that don't have the high price tag attached to them and if you want to share your wine at family gatherings you can!

With new wines to try every month and the ability to order favorite ones up to 50% off you can't go wrong with a California Wine Club membership!

Reserve Father's Day Gifts and Save - Reserve gifts now and get a 3 month gift for the prize of 2 months! GO HERE to find out more!

Father's Day is on June 16, remember to give your loved one a special gift of California wine.

About the California Wine Club
Since 1990 The California Wine Club has introduced wine enthusiasts to California’s best artisan wineries. These small family-owned wineries handcraft wines in such limited amounts, they wines are rarely found outside the winery’s growing area.

California Wine Club Guarantee:
There is never any bulk, closeout or private label wine. Each wine club feature is hand-selected by the owners, Bruce & Pam and one that they proudly serve in their own home to family and friends. There are no wine of the month club membership fees, you can cancel anytime and every wine is 100% guaranteed.

The Prize

TWENTY-FIVE Winners will each receive a THREE month membership to California Wine Club's Premier Club a $150 for each prize!

BONUS: The first month's shipment will include a Two Bottle wine tote, plus a $25 credit for future re-orders!

Open to residents of the continental United States only 21 years of age and older, event will end on June 17, 2013 @ 11:59pm EST.

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No purchase is necessary to enter. Void where prohibited by law. The odds of winning are based on the number of entries received. Confirmed Winner(s) (by Random.org) will be contacted by email. Winner(s) have 24 hours to respond before a new winner is chosen. No purchase necessary. Void where prohibited by law. Giay to the World is NOT responsible for product shipment/delivery. This event is in no way administered, sponsored, or endorsed by, or associated with, Facebook and/or Twitter, Google, Pinterest. This disclosure is done in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission 10 CFR, Part 255 Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.

Disclosure: I did not receive compensation for this post. My opinions are my own and may differ from those of your own. Giay to the World is not responsible for sponsor prize shipment. This event was organized byMomPoweredMedia please contact poweredbymomblog@gmail.com with questions or to see your business or blog featured on the next big event!

Remember to drink responsibly and do not drink and drive always have a designated driver when consuming alcohol.

World-Class Quality and Affordable Products from Lamoiyan Corporation

As a wife, I am the one in-charge of the family's budget. I am mostly responsible as well in choosing the products for use of my family. Such, it is my goal that I buy products that are world-class in quality yet affordable and therefore within our budget.

Nowadays with the rising inflation rates, what can you buy if you  only have five pesos in your palm right now?

But for practical mom Edith Dimalanta from Malabon, she still finds the P5 in her purse valuable, especially every time she goes to a nearby sari-sari store to buy a personal hygiene item her family cannot live without. “Nakakabili pa din ako ng sachet ng toothpaste sa halagang limang piso (I can still buy a sachet of toothpaste for P5,)" she beams, "at yun ay ang toothpaste (and that's  toothpaste)."

With a product that's more affordable than other leading brands, she says that buying a quality yet affordable tooth care product remains possible for an average Filipino family like them amid rising costs of living. 

"Salamat sa mga gumawa ng  toothpaste at iba pang household at personal care item dahil may quality of life na ang mga pamilya ngayon sa pamamagitan ng kanilang de-kalidad at affordable na mga produkto (We thank the makers of toothpaste and other household and personal care items because families can now live quality lives through their better yet affordable products)," notes Ronald Serillos, a cab driver and father of five from San Juan.

Not too many know that behind this all-Filipino brand is Lamoiyan Corporation. Headed by a visionary, Dr. Cecilio K. Pedro, Lamoiyan Corporation dared the giants of the toothpaste manufacturing industry and provided consumers with a world-class quality yet affordable alternative oral care product. It was in 1998 when his business venture that supplied aluminum toothpaste tubes to multinationals closed shop due to the shift from using aluminum to plastic tubes. However, it opened the door for him to establish Lamoiyan Corporation in March that same year. 

                                                 

“We introduced world-class quality toothpaste at affordable prices so Filipinos can afford to brush their teeth regularly, especially those in the provinces where toothpaste and toothbrush are expensive.   

That dream pushed us initially and we were not afraid to face the giant multinationals because we believe there is the need to help Filipinos, particularly the poorest of the poor,” says Dr. Pedro, President and CEO of Lamoiyan Corporation.

Since day one, the company lived up to its corporate mission—to help improve the quality of life of Filipino families through world-class products. From creating the phenomenal dental care product toothpaste, the company also expanded to include household and personal care brands like Gumtect, Kutitap, Dazz, and Licealiz. 

By bringing essential products within reach of many, this brought 25 years of happy moments not just for the company itself and its people, but also for those who shared the journey with Lamoiyan Corporation. Maintaining the world-class quality and affordability of their products enabled customers to save money for other important things for their families.

"Ang pera na matitipid ko sa pagbili ng sachet ng toothpaste sa halip na mas mahal na brand ay malaki ang maitutulong sa akin. Magagamit ko pa itong pambili ng iba pang bagay na kailangan sa bahay o kahit sa baon ng mga anak ko (The money I could save from buying a sachet of toothpaste instead of the more expensive brands will really help me a lot. I could use it to buy other things we need at home or even for my kids’ 'baon')," cites Dimalanta.

 Apart from the economic benefits provided by Lamoiyan Corporation’s products, consumers have remained loyal to the brand due to its world-class quality performance. "Gaya ng kanilang dishwashing product, ang mga plato namin ay laging malinis at malayo sa germs (Just like its dishwashing product, it keeps our dishes always clean and germ-free)," bares Serillos.

Health-wise, the company also never compromises on this regard. Mindful of the fact that one of the reasons of kids’ absenteeism in schools are tooth decay and head lice infestation, Lamoiyan Corporation committed itself to be part of the solution via itsand Licealiz Anti-lice Shampoo products. 
"Madalas akong absent sa school dahil sa sakit ng ngipin (I used to be absent in school because of toothache)," says Homer Ellamil, a Grade 2 student from Batasan Hills Elementary School in Quezon City. "Dahil sa toothpaste, lagi na akong nagtu-toothbrush kaya wala nang sakit ng ngipin (Because of toothpaste, I can now brush my teeth regularly; no more toothaches.)"

Meanwhile, for Princess Tejada, a Grade 3 pupil of Batasan Hills, whose head used to be infested with head lice, she tried Licealiz when Lamoiyan Corporation held its "Adopt-a-Barangay" program in their area. From then on, she never missed a class anymore. 

"Dati, gumagamit ang Nanay ko ng suyod para maalis ang lisa sa buhok ko pero walang nangyayari. Nung sinubukan ko ang Licealiz, ang laking ginhawa. Di na nangangati ulo ko at madalas na ako pumapasok sa school dahil wala na akong lisa sa ulo (Before, my mother used 'suyod' to remove the lice in my hair but it was not effective. When I tried Licealiz, it helped me a lot. Now, I'm itch-free and I don’t skip school anymore because of lice infestation that made me feel insecure," she vividly recalls.

Tejada, together with Dimalanta, Serillos and Ellamil, are just some of the living proof of how excellent Lamoiyan products are that enable them to live worry-free lives. They remind us that the P5 seen today of no value, nevertheless, is worthy of keeping students in school.

Kindle Fire HD Giveaway Bloggers Opp

Coming Soon!

July 10 - July 30

Hosted by: So Sew Mama

Desiree from So Sew Mama is getting Married this August! What better way to celebrate then to have an awesome giveaway!! 

Prizes are subject to change with the amount of sponsors and sign ups! 

Prizes will include a Kindle Fire HD.

Possible add-ons of Pay Pal cash or Amazon gift cards!

The more sign ups, the greater the prizes.

Free Co-Host, and Daily comment page to the blogger who refers the most! 

1 Free Twitter Link with announcement post or $5 waiver.

Twitter links will be on a rc form on Co-Host pages.

Additional links available for purchase.

Co-Host spots available at $25

You will get up to 5 links in the giveaway form.

Backlink to your website/blog in the giveaway. 

At least 1 twitter follow page with 10 links each.

Sign up here.

Let them know MommyGiay referred you.

If you would like to be a sponsor in the giveaway, Please contact Desiree at sosewmama @ gmail.com

I Love Dunkin Donut Combos: 199 Only

With over thirty Classic donut flavors we all know and love,their mini versions in the Munchkins, over 18 Premium donut variants for the sophisticated palate, Bunwich creations to sate your savory tooth, and fresh coffee brewed or over ice, there’s truly countless ways to fall in love with Dunkin’ Donuts.

As if that’s not enough, the Philippines’leading donuts, coffee, and baked goods chain launched P199 combos, giving us another reason why there’s only Dunkin’ for us. Whether you want to satisfy a craving for a childhood favorite, share a snack with office friends, or have coffee with a friend, there’s always a combo for you.

The donut combos include either six Classic or Premium donuts and a Little Bunch Munchkins (25 pieces) , or a half dozen Classic donuts combined with your choice of Premium donuts.

Coffee combos are also available with options of either three Premium or six Classic donuts, choose your perk-me-up between brewed or iced coffees. For a complete meal for two, there is a Bunwich combo, which includes two classic donuts and two medium brewed or Iced Coffee.

If you’re looking to impress your boss, coworkers, or that cute guy or girl you’ve been eyeing, make sure to have Premium donuts in the mix. With varieties ranging from the best selling Blueberry Cheese to the unique Dunkin’ Sansribav, all the way to the luscious Choco Nirvana, you can truly spoil yourself a little.

And if it’s a perk-me-up you’re after, there’s nothing like a Dunkin’ Donut caffeine fix to up your day. Choose from Dunkin’ Original brewed coffee for a paced perk, or an Iced Coffee to cool you down as the day heats up. Pair this with the various selections ofBunwich and you have a light brunch for sharing at work, or a mid-afternoon snack great for catching up with friends.

Even Derek can’t decide which combo he wants - watch Derek Ramsay in his latest TV ads as he chooses among 6 delicious Dunkin’ combo favorites to share for only P199. If you’ve missed him on TV you may also catch the new TVC on You Tube or visit their website at www.dunkindonuts.ph. Also available for P199 are a dozen of your favorite Classic donuts. The offer is good at all participating Dunkin’ Donuts outlets from May 10 to June 14 nationwide.

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About Dunkin’ Donuts

Dunkin' Donuts is the world's leading donuts, coffee, and baked goods chain, with over 2,600 stores in more than 30 countries around the world. In 1981, Golden Donuts Inc. opened its first Dunkin’ Donuts in the Philippines, and has since expanded to become the country’s leading donut chain. For more information, like Dunkin Donuts Philippines on Facebook, and Twitter.

Goods.Ph - Samsung Giveaway

Here's something to celebrate for this coming school opening, get a chance to win a new phone.

School Days is now coming! and because Goods.Ph loves you they just started a very awesome giveaway that will surely makes your eyes wide. Yes because they are now giving away ONE SAMSUNG GALAXY S4 for the lucky winner of this contest. All you need is to use your real facebook account and register on Goods.Ph using your email and that’s it you’ll now have a chance to win this super awesome Samsung Galaxy S4. Just follow the instruction below.

Help Goods.Ph get 15,000 likes on their Facebook page, and get a chance to win the ultimate life companion - a Samsung Galaxy S4! READ CAREFULLY and FOLLOW the instructions below :

1. Like Goods.Ph on Facebook!

2. Share this PHOTO advertisement for the promo on your timeline. Then you must tag at least five of your friends to the photo.

3. Please note that you have to BOTH LIKE Goods.Ph PAGE AND SHARE THE PROMO PHOTO to your timeline. Once shared, please do not delete the post from your timeline so that your entry may remain valid. Also, should your account be picked as the winner, the promo photo in the timeline should still have at least five friends tagged to it.

4. Go to Goods.Ph site and REGISTER TO BECOME A MEMBER. Please do this and register with your REAL NAME AND DETAILS. Winning Facebook accounts that aren’t registered with Goods.Ph are disqualified.

5. Your Facebook account’s name must be under YOUR REAL NAME, and match with your Goods.Ph member account details. Accounts with pseudonyms and fake names will be disqualified.

6. The promo will end once the Goods.Ph page gets 15,000 likes. All entries after that is reached will not be included.

7. The winner will be determined via electronic raffle, and then announced on their Facebook page when they reached the 15,000 likes.

8. Those who have liked their page previously will still get a chance to win as long as they share the photo on their page and follow other promo requirements.

9. The winning account must be at least 6 months old and have at least 50 friends. If a winning account does not meet the specifications the prize is waived and another winner will be picked.

GALAXY S4 is really awesome, so join NOW!

This giveaway is from Goods.Ph the newest and awesome Philippines Online Shopping Sites.

Man of Steel Promo by Schick Razor

Up . . . Up . . . an away! Wow! I am so excited with the comeback of Superman on the big screen, are you? Another great thing, here's something for us Superman fans and for the guys in particular.

Superman fans unite! Schick razor has come up with a special edition Superman packs as The Man of Steel returns to the big screen on June 12. 

Transform yourself with Schick by buying any Man of Steel - marked razor packs to get a chance to win free movie tickets in SM Cinemas this June as 250 buyers of these special packs can get two free tickets each. Consumers can also get a chance to win exciting limited edition Superman premium items such as speakers, headphones,key chains,and notebooks. 

To join, visit www.schicktransform.com/manofsteel. Enter your name, home address, phone number, email and the product barcodes indicated on the promo packs to participate in an electronic raffle draw.

The Schick-Man of Steel promo kits include packs of Exacta 2 regular blue, sensitive green disposable razors, Exacta 2 Kit, Xtreme 3, and Quattro kit and trimmer. 

Prizes will be drawn electronically every week beginning May 20, 2013 until August 31, 2013. All winners will be sent an official notification via registered mail, and their names will be posted on www.schicktransform.com/manofsteel and www.schick.com.ph.

Prizes may be claimed at the offices of AXENT Inc. at 4/F Republic Glass Building, 196 Salcedo Street, Legaspi Village, Makati City. Prizes of provincial winners will be sent via courier.

For a clean, well-shaved look and masculine confidence, the Schick-Man of Steel pack is a great skincare toolkit. This new product offering from Schick is a tribute to the upcoming Man of Steel movie directed by Zack Snyder. Promising to bring a new Superman for a new generation, the movie offers a fresh take on the iconic SuperHero played in the film by Henry Cavill.

Schick razors offer a simple and effortless shave making it more of a less hassle-free skin care regimen. Each shave will leave your skin feeling clean, smooth, comfortable and rejuvenated.

Fans will get to see the new film in all local cinemas this June 12 2013, while those wanting to get his manly looks and confidence can grab the Schick-Man Man of Steel pack in supermarkets, health and beauty, convenience stores, and other retail outlets nationwide. Per DTI-NCR Permit No.1843 Series of 2013.

About Man of Steel: 
From Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures comes Man of Steel, starring Henry Cavill in the role of Clark Kent/Superman, under the direction of Zack Snyder. Man of Steel is produced by Charles Roven, Christopher Nolan, Emma Thomas and Deborah Snyder. The screenplay was written by David S. Goyer from a story by Goyer and Nolan, based upon Superman characters created by Jerry Siegel & Joe Shuster and published by DC Entertainment. Thomas Tull, Lloyd Phillips and Jon Peters are serving as executive producers. Warner Bros. Pictures presents, in association with Legendary Pictures, a Syncopy Production, a Zack Snyder Film, Man of Steel. The film will be released in 3D and 2D in selected theaters and IMAX® beginning June 12, and will be distributed worldwide by Warner Bros. Pictures, a Warner Bros. Entertainment Company.

Bring Back the Brown Rice Tradition

Looking back, Filipinos ate only brown rice until Westerners introduced the modern milling process that produced white, polished rice which soon dominated the market and eventually changed our cultural tradition on rice preference. Bringing back the tradition of eating brown rice can help achieve the government's goal of rice self-sufficiency in the near future while addressing the country's nutritional and health problems.
Rice is the major staple food of Filipinos, contributing about 35.7 percent of the average daily individual food intake, making it the major source of carbohydrates in the Filipino diet. White rice is the most-consumed form of rice, based on the Food Consumption Data of the 7th National Nutrition Survey conducted by the Food and Nutrition Research Institute of the Department of Science and Technology (FNRI-DOST). 

Brown rice, however, is the form of rice that has undergone minimal milling. It is gaining popularity today primarily due to its nutritional and health benefits. It provides all the necessary carbohydrate requirements of an individual just like white rice. Its Its bran layer is a source of dietary fiber, minerals and B vitamins.

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Beyond its nutritional and health benefits, every Filipino eating brown rice daily may help the country achieve its vision of rice self-sufficiency. 

Production of brown rice reduces the power demand needed in polishing and whitening by as much 65 percent. More so, with the bran and the embryo intact and fewer broken grains, whole grain-milling recovery is as much as 10 percent higher than for white rice. Thus, with higher recovery of milling and consumption of brown rice, our national rice importation requirement may be reduced.
The DOST, through the FNRI, is leading the research and development on brown rice to determine the various aspects of improving the stability and shelf-life of brown rice. With this, brown rice can be stored at a longer period with no significant changes in nutrient composition and sensory qualities. Longer shelf-life provides ample time for developing value-added products that can provide healthier options for consumers. 
Related to this, the FNRI-DOST has successfully determined in 2012 the optimum conditions for extending the shelf-life of brown rice so that it can now be stored from 5-9 months instead of only 1-4 months. Storage of brown rice is a major problem among rice millers. But with the S&T solution being offered by the FNRI-DOST, our rice producers may soon be more confident in supplying brown rice in the market knowing it can last longer, compete with other types of rice and cost-efficient to produce. 
In terms of nutritional value, initial analysis shows that a serving of cooked brown rice can provide the daily recommended energy and nutrient intake (RENI) of an adult 19 years old and above by 10 percent of energy, 7 percent protein, 2 percent calcium, 5 percent iron, and 16 percent zinc. The dietary fiber can also satisfy about 8 percent of the recommended intake. Underway are efficacy studies to verify the health claims associated with the consumption of brown rice. 
Thus, bringing back the tradition of eating brown rice not only improves every Filipino's health and nutrition, but also helps the economy at large by reducing our rice importation requirement on the agricultural side, and the problems of malnutrition on the health side. 
For more information about brown rice and other information on food and nutrition, you may contact: 

Dr. Mario V. Capanzana

Director, Food and Nutrition Research Institute

Department of Science and Technology

Bicutan, Taguig City

Trunkline: 837-2071 local 2296 or 2287

Telephone/Fax No.: 837-3164

e-mail: mvc@fnri.dost.gov.ph or mar_v_c@yahoo.com

Website: http://www.fnri.dost.gov.ph 

(FNRI-DOST S & T Media Service: Press Release- CHARINA A. JAVIER)

Department of Transporatation and Communications (DOTC) Calls For Technology-Based Proposals To Solve Illegal Bus Operations

Seeking to solve wide-ranging issues caused by the illegal operations of buses and other public utility vehicles, the Department of Transportation and Communications (DOTC) and the Land Transportation Franchising & Regulatory Board (LTFRB) are resorting to modern technology, in line with a strong Anti-Colorum campaign.

In a Request for Information (RFI) published earlier this week (May 14, 2013), the DOTC called for proposals from the public regarding “available technology-based solutions” such as Radio Frequency Identification (RFID), Global Positioning System (GPS), and Smart Cards.

The RFI indicated that the primary purposes for this effort are to monitor the movements of both registered and unregistered or unauthorized public utility vehicles, to apprehend illegally-operating vehicles real-time, and to maintain a database containing relevant information on traffic violations, among others.

“The colorum problem has many implications – from simple traffic congestion, to commuter safety, environmental pollution, and quality of life. What we’re looking for is an integrated system which makes the best use of progressive technology-based solutions to curb these problem areas,” said DOTC spokesperson Migs Sagcal.

One-on-one meetings to discuss project concepts will be held at the DOTC offices on May 28 and June 4, 2013, from 9:00am to 5:00pm. Interested parties may reserve one-hour slots with the DOTC and the LTFRB by contacting the Office of the Assistant Secretary for Planning and Project Development through telephone no.(02)725 0013.

Cheers to Good Times with Carlo Rossi

I used to work as a researcher. Our group is involved in the conduct of studies related to food and nutrition. Part of our job is preparation of research proposals for presentation to our prospective donors. Therefore it entails sleepless nights and overtime duties to meet deadlines. During presentation proper, I always felt nervous whether our project will be approved?

Have you ever been in this situation? 

Everyone's worried and anxious—waiting for the result of your presentation. You haven't slept properly for days working on that pitch. Then your phone rings. You almost drop it since you've been running on coffee all day. You're nervous but you answer. Yes! You win the client and everyone in the office starts buzzing, then screaming. You deserve to party. Go and celebrate this good time with your team! 

“Partying is our way of saying ‘yahoo’ and expressing our delight in achieving success. Since the leap is very important to us, our way of celebration should be something that we will remember together with that accomplishment,” says Von de Torres, Managing Director, Emperador Distillers. 

De Torres believes that partying over wine makes good times even better. “There are so many things in common about wine and happiness. As an American Chef-Author, Julia Child would put it, wine is one of the agreeable and essential ingredients of life. We all agree to happiness and its essence in our life so as with wine in important celebrations.”

But in order to have a real good time, be sure to get only the real and fine wine. People could all agree that only with fine wine can celebrations be truly enjoyed so it should be wine that gives authentic world-class flavor that special moments deserve. It should be something that doesn’t only fit the occasion but a high-quality wine that suits the taste.

Emperador Distillers brings Rossi Sweet Red, a sweet red wine crafted from grapes grown in California’s sun-drenched vineyards and bursting with flavor and aroma, for your cheers to good times. It has layers of vanilla, bright cherry and wild raspberry flavor creating a different kind of sweetness. 

“Yes it is sweet but remains a real wine. It’s that different kind of sweetness that makes it unique but authentic. This is how real red wine should be. You can only expect such authenticity from the number one table wine in the world.”

De Torres warns against unauthentic sweet wines. “They’re basically bottled with very low alcohol content and lots of sweeteners, which is a far cry from authentic Rossi,” she says, adding that Rossi Sweet Red was specifically created to be sweet and be consumed cold, “As in with ice.”

One can already hear the purists scoffing but wine on-the-rocks is already becoming a trend in the US. Rossi Sweet Red, in particular, is recommended to be enjoyed with ice.

The ice, De Torres said, brings out the flavor and makes for a smoother finish and doesn’t compromise the taste and actually makes it even better. Even if the ice melts, the taste stays perfect so everyone can savor all the sweetness and real wine flavor.

So celebrate sweet victories, big or small—winning a pitch, wedding engagements, graduations, having a baby—with a wine that is just as sweet and a bit more refreshing. These are good times worth partying for. There’s a reason to be happy and to celebrate everyday. Whether baby steps or big leaps, you can always cheers to good times with Rossi Sweet Red.

Bask in Boracay for Free with the Whole family!

As if summer couldn’t get any hotter, here’s a fantastic family treat that will make your temperature really soar – with excitement! 


Banana Boat sunscreen lotion, invites all its users and Facebook fans to join its latest promo that can take them for free to the sunny, sandy beaches of Boracay. 

Ongoing until May 31, 2013 is the Banana Boat Great Outdoor Fun – Boracay, which gives you and your whole family the chance to win an all-expense-paid trip for four to this fab getaway site.

Joining is so easy. All Facebook fans of Banana Boat Philippines can register for the contest through the Facebook app located at https://www.facebook.com/BananaBoatPhilippines/app_622349147791423. 

Upload family photos that show how to have a great outdoor fun with a bottle of Banana Boat sunscreen lotion included in the shot. Put out as many photos as you like, and add some witty and creative captions to better your chances of winning.


Once these photos appear in the Banana Boat Philippines Page timeline, you must share them in your own Facebook wall.

Invite your friends to vote for any of your photos in the fan page site. The top five entries will be short-listed and judged by Banana Boat Philippines based on the number of votes, and the winning family will get an all-expense-paid trip for four, inclusive of airfare, hotel accommodations and tour. There will also be four consolation cash prizes of P3,000 each, plus Banana Boat gift packs to all winners.

So show the world how much fun you can have with Banana Boat, and have the chance to fly for free to Boracay. With Banana Boat sunscreen lotion’s unique AvoTriplex technology, you can have much more fun under the sun as it provides longer lasting and more effective protection against the sun’s harmful rays.

Banana Boat sunscreen lotions are available in supermarkets, drugstores and health and beauty stores nationwide. For more info, visit http://www.bananaboat.com.ph/BB/ or like its Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/BananaBoatPhilippines.