My Travel Essentials

Whenever I travel, I make sure to bring my "travel essentials" 

My number one travel essentials are medicines. I could not afford to get sick while traveling so I make sure to bring medicines made with love by one of my favorites and what comes to my mind when someone said "top pharmaceutical companies in the Philippines" Pascual Laboratories, Inc. (PascualLab)

PascualLab is now on its 77th year of delivering quality and family-friendly health and wellness products to the Filipino people.

Not resting on its laurels, Pascual Lab continue to spread #PascualLove, reaffirming its commitment to pursue its vision of Strong, Healthy Families.

Pioneering Innovations

Since it was founded in 1946 to help address the health needs of Filipinos during the post-war era, PascualLab has been constantly at the forefront of providing quality health innovations through its products. 

Among its purposeful innovations are Vitex negundo L. Lagundi Leaf (Ascof Lagundi)*, the first and the No. 1 Lagundi cough remedy in the market², and WellGreens, a line of premium organic supplements that go through a 13-step quality assurance process and that are certified pure organic by the EU and USDA, certified for Good Agricultural Practices by the Department of Agriculture, and Halal by the Islamic Da’wah Council of the Philippines. 

I remember, when I took a train from Bangkok to Hat Yai before the pandemic, I was coughing non-stop prompting a co-passenger to give me a face mask. I was really embarrassed.  Good thing, that I brought with me a small bottle of Ascof Lagundi!  Promise, it solves my "pesteng ehem".  A real life saver. Alagang #PascualLab yan!

PascualLab: Spreading #PascualLove For Over Seven Decades

Another travel essentials I love is PascualLab's Poten-Cee. 

Quality and Care At The Heart of their Service
Beyond purposeful innovations, quality and care have always been at the heart of PascualLab, creating health products that suit various health and lifestyle needs such as top adult Ascorbic acid (Vitamin C) brand–Poten-Cee Vitamin C. 

Poten-Cee offers variants from adult to pedia as well as specific variants to suit people with sensitive stomachs, busy lifestyles, and those watching their blood sugar. One of Poten-Cee's newer variants include Poten-Cee Zn Advance (Ascorbic acid + Zinc + Cholecalciferol) that has the ideal combination of Vitamin C, Zinc, and Vitamin D, to help boost immunity.

This year, PascualLab is introducing Poten-Cee + Collagen’s (Poten-Cee + C’s) newest variant, Marine Collagen. Poten-Cee + C Marine Collagen has Sodium Ascorbate³ (Vitamin C in non-acidic format) and
Hydrolyzed Marine Collagen sourced from fish.

Vitamin C is essential for collagen production while Hydrolyzed Marine Collagen helps reduce wrinkles and improve skin hydration and firmness. 

Of course, I don't just brush my teeth, I also use Mouthwash! 

Making Health Easier From their family To Yours
Along the lines of oral health, PascualLab, is also one of the pioneers in introducing a mouthrinse with Stabilized Chlorine Dioxide, OraCare Mouth Rinse. OraCare Mouth Rinse helps keep the mouth healthy, along with brushing and flossing, with regular use. 

Now, OraCare Mouth rinse’s no sting formulation makes gargling easier, more affordable and available to family members*** with its’ ”Buy More, Save More”, Buy 1 Take 1 promo.****

#PascualLove

From purposeful innovations to quality products that support people with various lifestyle needs, PascualLab continues to spread #PascualLove, making being healthy easier and more natural for Filipinos.

For more information, visit www.pascuallab.com, follow us on IG and FB @PascualLaboratories, Inc.


*IF SYMPTOMS PERSIST, CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR.

**"MAHALAGANG PAALALA: ANG POTEN-CEE + C AY HINDI GAMOT AT HINDI DAPAT GAMITING PANGGAMOT SA ANO MANG URI NG SAKIT"
***Mouthwash is not recommended for children less than 6 years old.
****Per DOH-FDA CCHUHSRR Permit No. 0307 s 2023, valid until November 10, 2023.


Reference:

¹IQVIA 2022 Data
²FDA-approved packaging

³Hiatt A, Ferruzi M, Taylor L, et al. Deliquescence Behavior and Chemical Stability of Vitamin C Forms (Ascorbic Acid, Sodium Ascorbate, and Calcium Ascorbate ) and Blends. International Journal of Food Properties. 2011; 14(6) 1330-1348. DOI: 10.1080/10942911003650338.

Vitamin C. Micronutrient Information Center. Linus Pauling Institute. Oregon State University Website. https://lpi.oregonstate.edu/mic/vitamins/vitamin-C. Updated: 2023. Accessed: March 8, 2023.

⁴Gelsea K, Poschl E, Aigner T. Collagens—structure, function, and biosynthesis. Adv Drug Deliv Rev. 2003; 55: 1531– 1546. DOI:10.1016/j.addr.2003.08.002

⁵Pullar J, Carr A, Vissers M. The Roles of Vitamin C in Skin Health. Nutrients. 2017; 9(8): 866. DOI: 10.3390/nu9080866

⁶.Campos P, Franco R, Kakuda L, et al. Oral Supplementation with Hydrolyzed Fish Cartilage Improves the Morphological and Structural Characteristics of the Skin: A Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Clinical Study. Molecules. 2021; 26(4880): 1-15. https://doi.org/10.3390/molecules26164880

Complete List of New Lawyers in the Philippines 2023

Congratulations to all of our new lawyers in the Philippines 🎊 👏

The Supreme Court (SC) announced on Friday, April 14, 2023 that a total of 3,992 passed the 2022 Bar Examinations held on November 9, 13, 16, and 20, 2022. Complete List on our YouTube link below: https://youtu.be/cjnpfVu-feQ

LTO: Standardized Driving School Rates

The Land Transportation Office (LTO) standardized fees for driving courses and released new guidelines for the accreditation and management of driving schools.

The guidelines will be implemented starting April 15, 2023. It includes the standard way of teaching student drivers and those who plan to apply as a conductor.

According to the Memorandum Circular No. JMT- 2023-2390, released by the LTO, private driving institutions may set their theoretical driving (TDC) fee to 1,000. Meanwhile, they may charge 2,500 to 8,000 for practical driving courses (PDC). The PDC fees will depend on the type of car or license code.

In addition, it is also stated in the memorandum that applicants may complete their mandatory 15-hour theoretical driving course within two days. However, the applicants must accomplish their mandatory 15-hour TDC in one month. On the other hand, the practical driving course (PDC) should be completed in at least 8 hours per license code.

The memorandum specified that PDC for light and heavy vehicles should be at least two days. Meanwhile, the 8-hour PDC for motorcycles may be conducted for one day. However, the student driver should prove to have excellent knowledge about motorcycle driving according to their practical driving instructor’s assessment.

LTO also requires driving schools to register the biometrics and other details of their applicants to the LTO system through the Land Transportation Management System (LTMS) Client ID. This is to determine the actual start of the applicant’s TDC.

To get a driving license in the Philippines, one must attend a pre-requisite TDC and PDC and pass the LTO driving test.

KURIMI CLOVERLEAF: Japan Genshin Impact Inspired 2D Theme Milk Tea Bar

Genshin Impact fans in the Philippines are in for a wonderful treat especially those bubble tea fans who are sick and tired of drinking in a boring 3D world. There’s a wonderful 2D shop featuring your favorite game called Kurimi. Kurimi 2D Milk Tea Bar in Ayala Malls Cloverleaf has a Japanese-Genshin Impact theme. I bet all the fans of Genshin Impact would all be giddy and happy looking for some of the characters hidden in the shop’s 2d drawings.

Insta-worthy Kurimi 2D milk tea bar's newest franchisees are a big fan of the game. The couple loves the game Genshin Impact so much that they decided to incorporate the popular characters of the game in their Kurimi branch located beside the cinema at the 4th floor of Ayala Malls Cloverleaf. 

Kurimi Ayala Malls Cloverleaf Franchisees 

From what I know, 2D cafes first started popping up in Korea and then made their way here in the Philippines. What caught my attention is the shop’s tables, chairs, windows, even a cabinet, painted in 2D style. It’s surreal to walk inside and so fun to take pictures. Kurimi Milk Tea Bar is fully decorated in two-dimensional decor, created by thick black lines drawn over an all-white walls and furnitures.

Kurimi Milk Tea Bar makes me feel like I've stepped into a world of black and white drawing. Every nook and corners of Kurimi is covered with substantial drawings.

How do you drink your milk tea?

I recommend that you shake your milk tea 15 times before consuming.

Oh, I love the scent of tea, Oreo cookies and sweet sugar as I puncture my bubble tea drink with a straw for my first sip!

Kurimi's crushed Oreo cookies blended in thick and creamy vanilla milk and mixed with tapioca pearls cooked in a house blend gives a satisfyingly chewy bite.

The milky concoction is so yummy that you would definitely want a second cup 🥤 

By the way, from March 18 to 31, all Kurimi stores nationwide have a March Madness Promo where you can get two (2) Large Kurimi signature drink- the brown sugar booba milk with pearl together with Kurimi classic milk tea with pearl for only Php199.

LA UNION GRAPES FARM

   

We pick some grapes and bought some grape wine at Gapuz GRAPES Farm.

CALAUAN LAGUNA: Acienda Del Cielo

📸 Cha Sy

I was greeted by the rustling leaves and swaying trees as I stepped inside Acienda Del Cielo in Calauan, Laguna. Thank you to all the angels I met along the way. Most notable is Calauan angel who I met inside the jeepney from Calamba to San Pablo via Calauan hi-way in my first ever commute since 2020 from Manila. You see, finding a spot like this along the highway isn’t easy especially at nighttime if you're like me who've never been to Calauan Laguna before.

The angel in the jeepney asked me to alight with her in front of the Rural Bank of Calauan where her husband fetched her. She then persuaded her husband to bring me to the gate of Acienda Del Cielo using their trike to ensure my safety because the jeepney driver said he doesn't know "Acienda del Cielo" nor its former name "Samland" located at 48J7+G6F, San Pablo Highway, Balayhangin, Calauan, Laguna. Again, thank you my 😇 angel 🙏 Because of you my FAITH IN HUMANITY WAS RESTORED.

Another encounter with angels on earth.

The good hearted guard told me to just wait for Ms. Inah of the design team and accounting to finish dressing up and put her make up on for the event that night, so I can come with her at the pavillion in their service e-trike so I would no longer walk in the narrow road alone.

📷 Leomy
First Impression

I thought the place is small because of the small gate and narrow road leading inside the property.

📷 Wazzup

Boy, was I surprised when we reached the pavillion and saw the spacious garden inside. Acienda del Cielo may look small from the outside but it is really huge inside.

📷 Wazzup

When we got to the pavilion, suddenly the terrain changes. It becomes hilly and the roads inside are wider than that at the entrance. And lo and behold, this is the highest point of this side directly facing Mt. Kalisungan. No wonder the place is called Acienda del Cielo, which literally means "Sky Estate".

📸 Cha Sy

Fresh air is what welcomed us, as Ms. Inah and I walked towards the pavillion, but what drew my attention was the large swimming pool, a few meters from the pavillion's side entrance. As you all know, a resort wouldn’t be complete without a pool, and the water was definitely enticing. If it weren’t for the cool weather when I visited, I would definitely have jumped at the chance to take a quick swim. Ha ha ha!

📸 Aileen De Leon

They have a huge Figure 8 Pool– good for both adults and kids, how I wish they have a jacuzzi too on the side. I think a poolside bar is also ideal where you can grab a mocktail while in the water just like in Manila Hotel ♥

📷 Cha Sy

Just a few hours away from Metro Manila.

Just like other people, my family and I usually take a respite from our busy schedules by having staycations in different hotels in the Metro, anywhere with good air conditioning and soundproofing to block out the rest of the city. But as time passes by, these offerings are not enough. Breathing positive ions is what you would wish for. Something you’d normally find from places that are a few hours away from the Metro like Tagaytay, Baguio, Batangas and Laguna.

Acienda del Cielo may be located in a remote and not a posh location but when you see their bridal house, their pavillion and twin house log cabin you can't help but say to yourself, “Today is going to be great”

WHAT IS IN THE NAME?

Acienda del Cielo was known among locals as "Samland Resorts". It was built in the ‘90s. About June last year, its previous owners sold the property and the new owner recently decided to renovate and rejuvenate the property. They decided to make it more aesthetically pleasing by painting their log cabins white. They finally reopened their doors to guests just over a few months ago.

📸 Fb of Acienda Del Cielo

Sitting at the highest peak of Calauan Laguna, it gives guests uninterrupted views of Mt. Kalisungan mountain range. The property’s layout and log cabin-inspired architecture also help create an intimate experience despite the largeness of the space.
The views and fresh air are just part of the experience. I can't help myself but touch the grass. Nature is really beautiful. Very refreshing to the soul.

The property is expansive enough to house several facilities without it feeling crowded, and there’s a court for some of the most popular sports in the Philippines. There’s a tennis/badminton court that can also be turned into a basketball court.

📸 Cha Sy

The property is very promising. I would l suggest for them to develope it into a team building facility complete with biking and running trail, camping, and, yes, wall climbing facility, maybe even a mini-golf academy as well with a certified instructor to boot to help guests practice their swings. They could also provide badminton and tennis rackets and a game table for table tennis.

They could also hold shooting range activities for gun or airsoft enthusiasts if there is no scheduled event. I remember in Singapore, my doctor friend relaxes by spending time playing airsoft after work every night.

And considering how exclusive and private the property feels, and how you’re not running into crowds of people, it definitely feels like it’s worth the commute.

Destination events are on the rise, but you don’t need to ship your whole conference over to Baguio or Boracay to feel the inspiration of being in a new place: there are hundreds of amazing and stimulating venues in Southern Luzon that will breath new life into your upcoming meeting or conference like Acienda del Cielo.

Celebrate your life's precious moments at Acienda del Cielo. Their air-conditioned pavillion are capable of holding up to 250 guests. They have both indoor (pavillion) and outdoor venues (Garden) that are perfect for that special event ranging from large scale corporate meetings, conferences and classes, trade shows, product launches, fundraisers, auctions, screenings and performances, to weddings, intimate receptions and private parties, yes, be it a debut, kiddie birthday party, engagement, wedding, baptism, graduation, team-building, talks, pop-up bazaar as well as other private events, and pre-nuptials photo and video shoots.

Book your dream intimate weddings and other events now through their websites and FB account.

DISCLAIMER: Not a sponsored paid blog but was invited to a Thanksgiving event inside the Acienda.

#upccxeunnieseventsmgtthanksgiving2023

POTEN-CEE FORTE 1000 MG PROTECTS YOU IN YOUR TRAVELS

I've seen a lot of revenge travel hashtags, videos and photos from a lot of my friends and relatives. But this lingering pandemic, is still a threat. The new variant of covid-19 is unforgiving so we must equipped ourselves and our love ones with a longer-lasting immunity. Mind you, it knows no gender, age nor status. 

So, we need to be healthy at all times. We must continue with our exercise regimens,  sleep early, eat healthier plus we should religiously drink our vitamins to boosts our immune system. One of the brands of vitamin C that I trust is Poten-Cee. Which by the way came out with a time release 1000 mg tablet which in the process, helps us save money. Not a single dose would be wasted because of its time release formula. Thus, it will ensure not only a good and healthy body for all of us but also for our pockets. Remember we must protect ourselves in our travels. We must take Poten-Cee Forte 1000 mg regularly for a healthy body and mind.

#IamFortified 
 
Did you know that Vitamin C Helps Boost Immunity? 

A timed-release supplement offers a gradual release of vitaminC over several hours, providing ongoing support while lessening the risk of loose stools and gastrointestinal upset that can arise when taking a high dose of regular vitamin C at one time.

By now, suffice it to say that awareness is high on how Vitamin C helps enhance the body’s natural defenses by supporting various functions of the immune system.¹ What’s helpful to know for people up and about is that some formulations can release Vitamin C gradually over time so that the body benefits more from the Vitamin C content over a longer period. 
 
1000 mg of Vitamin C 

Poten-Cee, the top adult Vitamin C brand² has Forte, with 1,000 mg of Vitamin C that helps further boost immunity.  
 
8-Hour Time Release  

Poten-Cee Forte has an 8-hour time release format that offers longer-lasting Vitamin C protection. With its longer-lasting Vitamin C, Poten-Cee fits people who have a long list of to-do's. Poten-Cee Forte can help fortify their immunity from the moment their day starts until it ends. And these days when there are more people out, working or studying for long hours, Vitamin C can help us increase resistance to infections.⁴   
 
Poten-Cee Every Day 

Ascorbic Acid is recommended for people at risk of Vitamin C deficiency.⁴ Aside from certain vitamin C-rich fruits and vegetables, Poten-Cee Forte can help supply one’s daily vitamin C needs with proper diet and exercise.  Take control of your health and claim it #IAmFortified  
 
Poten-Cee’s Got You Covered 

Poten-Cee Forte is available at leading drugstores and supermarkets nationwide and at PascualLab’s flagship Lazada and Shopee stores. Hurry buy your vitamin C haul from a drugstore or supermarket near you - Poten-Cee Forte is available at 20% off via “Tulong sa Kalusugan” (DOH-FDA-CDRR Permit No.: 1049 s. 2022) until November 30, 2022.
For more promos kindly follow them on FB @Poten-Cee and on IG @Poten-Cee_PH

Sources:
¹and⁴Carr A, Maggini S. Vitamin C and Immune Function. Nutrients. 2017; 9(11): 1211. doi: 10.3390/nu9111211. 
²IQVIA 2021 Data
³Boyers, Lindsay. How much vitamin C should I take? + Forms & Health Benefits* In https://www.mindbodygreen.com/articles/how-much-vitamin-c-should-i-takeaccessed
September 2022

BREAST CANCER AWARENESS: Early Detection Save Lives

My classmate through Rotary Club of Kamuning would like to invite all of you to a free breast examination and seminar about Breast Cancer Awareness because early detection saves lives.

The free event and seminar would happen on October 1, 2022 at the Silver Hall, Rotary Center Mother Ignacia Corner Roces Avenue, Quezon City

Please register for FREE in the registration link below:

https://forms.gle/xubkC1KFGdurKx9WA

More details will be sent via text message/email upon registration. 

Thank you and God bless🙌🏻

Sponsored by RCC Pink Warriors 

Rotary Club of Kamuning Central

 

Milkin Corporation 30 Years and Beyond

Milkin Corporation 30 Years and Beyond 

The 30th year of a company’s existence is traditionally called the pearl anniversary. It represents honesty, wisdom and purity.  Even more, it shows how something amazing can come out of a humble beginning. Like a grain of sand.  When you apply layers and layers of coating over time, after sometime you will have a luminous gem. I personally like pearls because they’re the only gem formed and found within a living creature.

What better time to celebrate his company's 30th anniversary than on the occasion of his birthday in the company of family, friends, employees and  industry partners. President and CEO Mr. Richie Cuna celebrated his birthday and his company's pearl anniversary at the Maynila Ballroom of Manila Hotel last September 14, 2022.

Kudos to Milkin Corporation's CEO Richie Cuna for taking the time to pause and recognise the contribution of his incredible team and franchisee from all over the country in making Milkin 
Corporation such a great company. 

The company started way back in 1989 under a Filipino-Italian business venture. The company started as a Designer's Ice Cream Manufacturing Co., 

Fast forward to 30 years and they now have franchisees across the country with Japan and LA franchisee opening real soon.

Milkin Corporation also carry other brands such as Fior Café, Fiorgellato, DM Express and its newest baby, Kurimi Milk Tea Bar. "KURIMI" is a slang term for "CREAMY" by the Japanese because they don't have an equivalent word for it in Japan.  Milkin's 2D milk tea restaurant concept has 60 franchise locations nationwide now and is going international with Japan and LA opening Kurimi Stores soon!

Having branches around the globe says a lot about their brand. What has remained consistent is the go beyond DNA of their amazing people going way beyond above and beyond.

MEETING THE HIGHEST STANDARDS

The company's focus on customer satisfaction means they don’t rest until they’ve done their job right. Even when no one is looking. That’s how Milkin Corporation's various brands such as Fiorgelato,  Fior Café,  DM Express & Kurimi earn the trust of those they serve. And it’s how they’ve built those iridescent layers year after year. It’s like the old proverb. Pearls don’t lie on the seashore. You must dive for them.

Just as troops can’t fly if aircraft don’t, they dive in and do what’s needed to be done. Deploying rapidly. Getting into challenging environments, even when travel is restricted during the lockdowns because of covid-19 pandemic. 

Korean inspired 2D theme Kurimi Outlet

On their milestone anniversary, they have never been more mission driven or dedicated to making a difference. While they have 30 years behind them, they keep on looking ahead and feel full of possibility. The industry needs what they have to offer. Watch for some amazing plans and expansion that they will be sharing with us Filipinos over the coming years. You might say, Milkin Corporation are fully coming out of their shell.

Milkin Corporation's excel culture drives their actions. The officers and staff of the company works from-the-heart some of them are employed since the creation of the company. They're all very dedicated. A real difference-making team.

To cap the celebration, all of the pioneers of Milkin Corporation that served the organization since its founding in 1989 plus all the officers and staff were honored. Likewise, the company recognized the support of outstanding partners and linkages in delivering aesthetic restos and delicious food and drinks closer to our fellow Filipinos nationwide. 

Kurimi Laoag 

HAPINOY CELEBRATES 15 YEARS OF SOCIAL ENTREPRENEURSHIP

In celebration of its 15th year as a social enterprise, Hapinoy treated select sari-sari store owners from all over the archipelago plus its industry partners to a sumptuous lunch last September 14 at Enderun Atrium in Taguig City.

Sari-sari store owners from all over the Philippines who attended either the physical or online digital training in the past finally meet one another in person.

Founded in 2007 by then (Former) Senator Bam Aquino and Mark Ruiz. Hapinoy is a pioneering social enterprise based in the Philippines which aims to be a constant partner of women microentrepreneurs who own micro-retail shops called sari-sari stores. 

These “Titas” and "Titos" as how the men and women of Hapinoy fondly call one another - are organized into on-ground and online communities and are provided access to learning, financing, technologies, and new business opportunities.

Since its inception in 2007 it has now impacted close to 100,000 sari-sari storeowners all around the Philippines.

I also met these two foreigners who are connected with Qualcomm. Through their modern technology, Hapinoy was able to bridge the gap and transcends from physical trainings to online FB live seminars reaching more sari-sari store owners nationwide, especially  during the onset of the pandemic when everyone was lockdown in their respectives homes. 

Hoping for more years of Hapinoy so that sari-sari store owners all over the country would be presented with more opportunities and skills to take their business to new heights. 

Teacher Bullying Students

Students and pupils are now back in a face to face setting at their respective schools nationwide here in the Philippines.

With Vice President Sara Zimmerman Duterte-Carpio at the helm of DepEd, I hope this valid issue of teachers bullying students would be addressed accordingly. DepEd should be loud and clear about its stand of zero tolerance for any act of child abuse, psychological violence, discrimination,  bullying committed by teachers.

Madam VP, I hope you'll act on this matter with the broken window theory in mind. Nag uumpisa pa lang ay kalusin na. Ika nga ayusin na po kaagad bago lumala. Maraming Salamat po 🙏.  Broken window theory is the concept that each problem that goes unattended in a given environment affects people's attitude toward that environment and leads to more problems.

Only on her second week of being back in school, my 13-year old niece was so stressed out and traumatized, nangangalumata na parang panda and has a fever this morning. She did not say anything wrong about school. But upon closer prodding of my eldest brother just this morning, it turned out that she's "pinag-iinitan" at school by her teacher for no reason at all.  Yes, we do not know the reason or reasons of her teacher. One possibility is because she was absent for two days last week because her dad has a health scare. Imagine how my niece is trying to cope with the possible loss of her dad, and the huge responsibility on her shoulder being the eldest and now her teacher is bullying her for no apparent reason. Imagine making her take a make-up quiz with about 50 questions within 5 minutes while constantly nagging her of the time left all throughout that 5 minute-ordeal. Talaga lang po teacher? Ikaw kaya bigyan ko ng exam 1 to 100 sa loob ng 1 minute kasi malaki ka na at definitely triple ang edad kaysa sa mga tinuturuan mo na students. Under time pressure ikamo, so ayan para maramdaman mo paano sumagot under extreme time pressure coupled with unrelenting nagging about the remaining time.

I wonder why some teachers tends to bully their students or pupils for no apparent reasons. Some students or pupils classify teacher bullying as only  "PINAG -IINITAN". That's bull! You call an ace an ace! That is definitely an act of terrorizing students.

Some students are stressed, and even traumatized by subtle bullying done by fault-finding teachers.

Growing up, I was never bullied at school. I got lucky that my teachers are the best of the best in the field of education. My classmates are also cool😎.  So, I cannot relate to the victims of bullying before. But when I was bullied by some peers when I was still new in the event scene I can say that I now uniquely feel those poor bullied students and pupils.  Bullying is still prevalent not only in school but also in other fields of work not only in the Philippines but worldwide. 

Reminder to all teachers, child abuse is a criminal offense punishable by Imprisonment of six (6) months and one (1) day to six (6) years or a fine of not less than Fifty Thousand Pesos (P50,000.00) but not more than Three Hundred Thousand Pesos (P300,000.00) or both at the discretion of the court.

2022 na po, teacher. Tigilan na po ninyo yan fault-finding ninyo sa mga kawawang mag-aaral. Be kind, empathize with your students and please be compassionate.  After all, you're receiving a high salary to mold and help your students be a successful individual and good citizen of this country, not a mentally challenged,  insecure, and traumatized individual. 

I guess a lot of people has realized by now that mental health is important, be it at school, workplace or at home. Please protect your students. Don't add up to the stress that they're going through at home.

Always be kind to your students. You never know what they're going through. 🙏 Rotten tomatoes at DepEd should be removed.

Kindness, empathy and compassion should be practiced by those in the teaching profession because those elements will help your students to become successful in life.🙏 Teach your students to be happy. Don't instill fear in them. 

According to a Harvard University research, they were able to gather evidence that prolonged and/or excessive exposure to fear and states of anxiety can cause levels of stress that can impair learning and adversely affect later performance in school, the workplace, and the community.

The students may feel sick and will start to think about all the things that could go wrong. As a result, the performer will not attack the vault as effectively as they could and the performance will not achieve as high a mark.

So to all the teachers who love to torture their students please stop the unnecessary "power trip".  Some teachers uses their "authority and moral ascendancy over their student by threatening to fail them, that's why some students cowardly suffer in silence fearing that his or her teacher would make good her or his threat. Other teachers connive and tolerate the act of their fellow teachers because they sympathize with their colleague.

The talent of the students in public schools could be at par with the privileged, and sometimes, even better. What and how the teacher teach can be reflected in the way the students think and act. Teachers are there to improve students morally and mold them to be the best. 

To all pupils, students suffering from mental anguish, emotional damage from their bully teachers please feel free to email DepEd action@deped.gov.ph 

You can also fill up the form at their official website just click this link and it will open to the complaint and feedback form of DepEd https://www.deped.gov.ph/feedback/

Teaching is a noble profession. Salute to the men and women in the teaching profession who never stops loving and caring for their students. Mabuhay po kayo 🎉 May your tribe increase 🙏 

Bikers retrace the road to freedom for National Heroes Day

Bikers from Bataan, Pampanga, Tarlac and nearby provinces pedaled along the route traversed by the country’s heroes in a fun ride for a cause dubbed, “Ride for Valor.”

The “Ride for Valor” a non-competitive 160 kilometers long bike ride raised funds to save our heroes’ historical markers so that we may remember their sacrifice. The funds will be turned over to the Filipino-American Memorial Endowment (FAME) a non-government organization that maintains the kilometer markers of the Bataan Death March from Mariveles, Bataan to Capas, Tarlac.

In the past, Bataan Death March markers had been destroyed, uprooted, and neglected due to drainage and other road projects. Ten (10) Death March historical markers in Mariveles, and four (4) in Limay, Bataan have to be relocated soon due to road widening and other repairs.

The Death March markers serve as a reminder of the route taken by Filipino soldiers who defended the country against Japanese forces during World War II some 80 years ago. About 10,000 brave soldiers died along the route; many of the bodies were never identified or recovered.

The ride is part of the 30th anniversary of the Philippine Veterans Bank (PVB). PVB is a commercial bank owned by World War II veterans and their families. As part of its charter, PVB allocates 20% of its annual net income for the benefit of its shareholders.

Around 80,000 Filipino and American soldiers and prisoners of war were forced by the Japanese military to march 69 miles from Bataan to Tarlac during World War II. Only some 54,000 persons reached the camp, and around 20,000 died due to starvation, dehydration, diseases, and the brutality of Japanese captors.

For more information, visit www.veteransbank.com.ph.

The Ultimate Performance Flagship OnePlus 10T5G arrives in PH

Features flagship performance, stable connectivity, industry-leading charging feature, world-class photography, fast and smooth user experience, allowing users to Evolve Beyond Speed

The global technology brand OnePlus officially launches its ultimate performance flagship device in the Philippines – the OnePlus 10T5G.

The device boasts flagship performance, stable connectivity, industry-leading charging, world-class photography, fast and smooth user experience, and even innovative design.

Exceptional features for a flagship performance

The OnePlus 10T5G is powered by Qualcomm’s latest and most powerful Snapdragon® 8+ Gen 1 Mobile Platform to provide usersthe  with fast and smooth performance. For a seamless multitasking experience, the chipset is complemented by a large RAM and internal storage, which is available in two variants: 8GB + 128GB or 16GB + 256GB.

Its RAM is supported by the Always Alivefeature, server-level memory management, that enables users to run up to 35 applications effortlessly in the background with 16GB of large memory. For a superior cooling system, the device leverages the OnePlus’ 3D Cooling System 2.0. It is packed with a larger cooling area, better heating dissipation material, and a redesigned heat dissipation channel to deliver its users an impressive experience anytime and anywhere.

Packed with industry-leading charging technology

For long-lasting use, the ultimate performance flagship device boasts a large battery capacity of 4800mAh. It features a 150W SUPERVOOC Endurance Edition, the industry-leading and fastest charging technology that charges the battery from one percent to 100 percent in just 19 minutes.

Such a feature is made safer and better as it has 13 temperature sensors, 128-bit encryption, and a customized Smart Charging Chip supported by an AI algorithm that learns the user’s charging schedule.

Boasts world-class camera capabilities

Aside from a 16MP front camera, the OnePlus 10T5G showcases a flagship triple rear camera system. It consists of a 4cm macro camera, a 119.9° ultra-wide camera, and a 50MP main camera with a Sony IMX766 sensor and optical image stabilization (OIS) to provide users with high-quality images.

To support its imaging system, it features Nightscape 2.0 to take photos in low-light or dark environments and Super HDRto improve the uneven brightness of images. It also has ICE 2.0 to enable users to capture split-second moments with an ultra-fast shutter.

Features ultra-smooth user experience

As it is equipped with OxygenOS 12.1, the latest flagship device exhibits a fast and ultra-smooth user experience. It also comes with HyperBoost Gaming Engine to enhance users’ gaming experience and AI System Booster 2.1 for continuous system-level optimizations and power consumption monitoring.

Offers strong connectivity

For a stable connection, the OnePlus 10T5G is packed with a redesigned antenna system to prevent blind signal angles. On top of that, it is integrated with Smart Link for continuous connection while gaming, even if users are in busy areas. It also has Amp Connect, which improves Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connections and lowers gaming latency by around 60 percent for users using WiFi and Bluetooth earphones.ate performance flagship smartphone boasts a futuristic design built by combining more than 130 manufacturing techniques and stunning craftsmanship.

Retailing at Php 35,990, the OnePlus 10T5G (8GB + 128GB) will be available in the OnePlus Official Store on Shopee starting August 26 and on Lazada on September 9. Meanwhile, watch out for the grand launch of the OnePlus 10T5G variants on OnePlus Official Stores on Shopee and Lazada.

Showcases an innovative design

Available in two colors, such as Moonstone Blackand Jade Green, the ultim

To learn more about the OnePlus 10T5G, visit the OnePlus Philippines’ official website at https://www.oneplus.com/ph. You can also check out OnePlus Philippines’ official Facebook page.

E-BIKES CORRESPONDING LTO REGISTRATION FEES

E-BIKES CORRESPONDING LTO REGISTRATION FEES 

E-bike Registration Fees

Despite having the same process, e-bikes have different corresponding fees. Kindly refer at the table below: 

Vehicle Type/Category	MVUC Rate
Category L2b, L3	Similar to motorcycle w/o sidecar
Category L4	Similar to motorcycle w/ sidecar
Category L5, L6, L7	Similar to “light” car

This means that owners will pay 

Php 240 for e-bikes falling under L2b and L3 categories

Php 300 for L4 categories

Php 1,600 for L5, L6, and L7 categories.

E-BIKES CATEGORIES

Here are the e-bikes categories according to MMDA:

E-SCOOTER (L2B) – a three-wheeled vehicle, with or without pedals, powered by electrical energy capable of propelling the unit up to a maximum speed of 50 km/hr. 

E-MOTORCYCLE (L3) – a two-wheeled vehicle, powered solely by electrical energy capable of propelling the unit more than 50 km/hr.  

E-TRIKE (L4, L5) – a three-wheeled motor vehicle powered solely by electrical energy with a minimum rated power of 1000 W capable of propelling the unit to no more than 50 km/hr and having a maximum curb weight of 600 kg. It is designed for the carriage of goods, cargoes, freights, and passengers.

E-QUAD (L6, L7) – a four-wheeled microcar with limited weight, power, and speed. They are further classified into light electric quadricycles and heavy electric quadricycles.

Only e-bikes under L2b, L3, L4, L5, L6, and L7 categories require LTO registration. 

Meaning e-scooters don’t require registration, although they are mandated to use protective gear under the same administrative order.

As for the registration process, e-bikes have the same registration process as any other motor vehicle. 

For e-bikes bought after the implementation of LTO Administrative Order No. 2021-039, expect the dealer to process the registration for you.

 However, if you have existing e-bikes that need to be registered, you may follow these steps here