Doctors Help BIR for ITR Filing Campaign

Doctors reconcile with BIR, helps ITR filing campaign

Its all’s well that ends well between the Philippine Medical Association and the Bureau of Internal Revenue, with the two groups deciding instead to work together and encourage citizents to file their income taxes on or before the April 15 deadline:

Check out this story from Rappler:

MANILA, Philippines – Like her colleagues in the medical profession, Dr Minerva Calimag also felt strongly about the controversial advertisement that the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) put out, depicting doctors as tax cheats. 

Calimag, however, would rather let bygones be bygones. As the new president of the Philippine Medical Association (PMA), she appeared with BIR Commissioner Kim Henares in a press conference on Thursday, April 10, to call on taxpayers – especially doctors – to file their returns before the April 15 deadline.

"I felt the profession should not have been treated that way, but, having said that, that is already water under the bridge. We want to move forward, we’re looking forward to better relationships with the BIR, of course, with Commissioner Henares,” Calimag said.

In March, many doctors cried foul when the BIR released advertisements, which portrayed doctors as tax cheats. The PMA, then led by outgoing president Leo Olarte, called the ad “absolutely unfair,” insisting doctors do not deserve to be portrayed as tax evaders.

Weeks later, the BIR filed a complaint against Olarte for his alleged attempt to evade taxes. His term as PMA president will end on May 30. (READ: BIR ad on cheating doctors: A plan that backfired?)

Nothing against doctors

After the public outcry from doctors and other groups, Henares said the ad was in the end effective in relaying a message they had been saying since 2010.

"[The ad was] effective in a sense that it raised public awareness. It must be effective, because if you have an ad, and no one talks about it, then you did not achieve its purpose," she said.

The commissioner also said she has nothing against doctors. (READ: Henares: Ad on tax-cheating doctors a statement of fact)

"I had wanted to be a doctor and still want to be a doctor if ever that’s possible. [But] what my job entails is really requiring everyone to pay their taxes whoever they may be, may it be a friend of mine or a relative of mine,” Henares said in a mix of English and Filipino.

Paying taxes, she said, is a manifestation of obeying the laws of the land.

As of 2013, only 1.8 million self-employed individuals are registered, but only 24% or more than 400,000 have filed their income tax returns (ITRs). This is 1 out of every 4 self-employed professionals, Henares noted.

April 15 deadline

The BIR chief again reminded Filipinos of the April 15 deadline to file ITRs. Doors will be closed at 5 pm, but those still in line will still be entertained.

"If we all file our ITRs and pay our taxes [the P1.456-trillion target] can easily be doubled if all of us just do our duties. Imagine how many roads, schools, and hospitals we can build. And maybe our doctors don’t need to go abroad. We can keep them here,” Henares said.

The PMA and BIR will soon work on a website which can help doctors better understand and compute their taxes.

"We would like to express our commitment to help in the campaign for the medical professionals to pay the right taxes – what we should be doing as good citizens of our country and to help in nation building,” Calimag told Henares. – Rappler.com

If you’re following the BIR’s campaign you might want to check out these other stories:

http://www.philstar.com/headlines/2014/04/06/1309340/public-reminded-pay-right-taxes

http://www.mb.com.ph/bir-keeps-april-15-tax-payment-deadline/

http://www.rappler.com/nation/55173-bir-doctors-reconcile-correct-taxes

http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/video/business/04/10/14/bir-reminds-taxpayers-april-15-deadline

http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/video/business/04/09/14/henares-no-extension-filing-income-tax?utm_medium=twitter&utm_source=twitterfeed

Praiaz: Style and Comfort Redefined

STEP INTO SUMMER (AND ALL SEASONS) IN STYLE!

Morning runs with the ocean breeze uplifting the soul, strolls on the beach under the warmth of the sun, a cocktail or two at your favorite bistro and night time walks together with the twinkling stars—don’t you just wish you could do all these and more without worrying about the steps you will take? A journey as colorful and as vibrant as this deserves a fitting partner, a partner that will take you through it all.

In comes Praiaz, an ingenious new lifestyle brand brought to the Philippines by Terry S. A. (TSA), a concept born out of the desire to marry the elements of Rio de Janeiro’s laid-back and chill living with Paris’ superiority in style. Extreme lightness and comfort come with these pairs of covetable soles while promising compatibility with all kinds of terrains. Whether it is the rocks, the sand or the streets you want to hit, Praiaz takes away the hassle of having to match your footwear with your activity. As if begging you to take it anywhere, owning a pair of these beauties guarantee you an expression of your personal style taken to a whole new level of cool.

Made from the same material as that of the soles of running shoes, cushioned comfort is on the top of the list of the pros of this footwear. It is also dirt proof as it is easy to rinse off or clean, beach-scented (coconut and vanilla infused shoes, anyone?), waterproof and buoyant, and of course, absolutely breathable. It comes in an array of styles fit for every personality that make it the best go-to shoe for all your day-to-day needs.

In its arrival in Manila’s market, which was made possible by Praiaz's principal owner Vincent Lelard and TSA's very own Anne Gonzalez, Praiaz seeks to encourage it’s philosophy of living the beach life—one that is filled with an easy-spirited nature and knows no boundaries nor limitations. With the market growing bigger and bigger for dynamic fashion which takes the consumer from day to night and everywhere else, Praiaz fits the gap in providing Filipinos with this footwear option. The brand is available in 14 doors this year, including some of the freshest online stores in the country and with even more in the horizon.

Since summer is just around the corner and Filipinos, especially those who are in the peak of their careers, are slowly emerging into adventure seekers who are always on the prowl to quench their wanderlust thirst, Praiaz could be the perfect travel buddy. So why not take your feet from the beach to the bar and beyond with your very own pair? Take home a Bonito, Bonita, and Sarado (Php 1,995) in the following stores and outlets nationwide: Aloha Boardsports in Rockwell, ATC, SM Megamall, SM MOA and Trinoma, Oceanfront in Festival Mall, Common Thread in Greenbelt 5, Rustan’s Department Store in EDSA Shangri-La and ATC, The Flatshop in Eastwood, Shangri-La Boracay.

Gear Up for Summer From Sun Up to Sun Down at Watsons

Now that the summer is here, it is best to wear your favorite sunscreen with spf to combat the damage rays of the sun, protect your skin before basking in the summer heat.

The Summer Sun is up and shining and its time to get ready for all the fun outdoor activities now that you have some free time for yourself and your family.

The hot summer season just got more awesome as Watsons held its Sun Up to Sun Down, event at the SM Mall of Asia Music Hall that attracted sun worshippers of all persuasions last April 9, 2014. The event was co-presented by Women’s Health and Femalenetwork.com.ph,

Participants who logged on to www.femalenetwork.com/watsonsph to register as well as those who just happened to pass by were treated to summer-themed activities packed with energy, entertainment and useful information about sun protection.

Celebrities such as Yasmien Kurdi, Franchesca Farr, Stephanie Sol joined guests in showing off their flexibility in Sunrise Flow and their dazzling grace in Zumba under the lead of Jill Ngo.

They also danced to the beat of African Jam following the lead of freelance dance/fitness class instructor Marlette Besa. Things got even steamier as Vikki Santos, the first and only accredited Hot Hula fitness instructor in the Philippines, got everyone to shake their hips and get their groove on.

The event likewise highlighted Watsons ongoing exclusive promo for cardholders of SM Advantage, SM Prestige and BDO Rewards which began March 20 until May 28, 2014. A minimum P500 single-receipt purchase of any participating suncare essential products entitles a member to one electronic raffle entry. There will be five (5) weekly winners of Instax Cameras and six (6) grand winners of trips for two with hotel accommodation to exotic Asian destinations such as Hong Kong, Singapore, Kota Kinabalu, Kuala Lumpur, Bali and Boracay.

Sharon Presbiterio, Senior Marketing Manager of Watsons Personal Care Stores Inc., said it was the first time Watson’s held such an event to engage consumers with various sun care protection products such as Belo, Banana Boat Nivea, and many others.

Those who bought participating sun care products in any Watsons store were given a free pass to the event which included a Free Shirt and a Free Class to either Sunrise Flow, Zumba, Hot Hula or African Jam. Guests also got to try Wall Climbing via an inflatable wall,a Kinect Virtual Dance Studio Arcade and the virtual Surf Machine.

The event likewise highlighted Watsons ongoing exclusive promo for cardholders of SM Advantage, SM Prestige and BDO Rewards which began March 20 until May 28, 2014. A minimum P500 single-receipt purchase of any participating suncare essential products entitles a member to one electronic raffle entry. There will be five (5) weekly winners of Instax Cameras and six (6) grand winners of trips for two with hotel accommodation to exotic Asian destinations such as Hong Kong, Singapore, Kota Kinabalu, Kuala Lumpur, Bali and Boracay.

“Because there’s “Always More” at Watsons, you can enjoy summer from Sun up to Sun Down. Have fun at the best travel hot spots across Asia, but always be protected with suncare essentials from Watsons, said Presbiterio.

Watsons is Asia’s leading health and beauty retailer, currently operating over 4,000 stores and more than 1,000 pharmacies in 12 Asian and European markets, including China (Mainland China, Hong Kong, Taiwan and Macau), Singapore, Thailand, Malaysia, the Philippines, Korea, Indonesia, Turkey and Ukraine.

Watsons continually sets the standards in the health, wellness and beauty market, providing personalised advice and counseling in health, beauty and personal care on top of its market-leading product range, making customers LOOK GOOD, FEEL GREAT every day. Since 2009, Watsons has been the No. 1 pharmacy/drugstore brand in Asia*. In Europe, Watsons is also the leading health and beauty retailer in Ukraine.

Aerial Adventure is On at Sandbox Alviera

Play time is at Sandbox, Alviera

Take your outdoor fun activities to the limit this summer by visiting the newest outdoor adventure in Porac, Pampanga.

Do you enjoy intense sports—pushing yourself to the limit? Or is relaxation plain and simple fun, more your thing? Whatever your recreation needs, Sandbox offers the outdoor getaway adventure of your choice. Outdoor enthusiasts challenges big and small await you, your family and friends.  You will encounter plenty of  challenges along the way but they sure won’t obstruct your fun! In Sandbox , Alviera, aerial getaway  is just an hour and a half drive away from Quezon City.

Ayala Land, Inc., in partnership with Leonio Land, has created a unique summer getaway that redefines outdoor fun in the vast terrain of Porac, Pampanga.  SandBox, located in the new Alviera township development, officially opens starting April 12.

SandBox features an array of exciting attractions that pumps up visitors to get active and enjoy the great outdoors.  Visitors of any age will have memorable experiences from fun activities amplified by the scale of the facilities, and Alviera’s wide green plains.

Among its major attractions is the Giant Swing, the Philippines’ tallest swing at 10-meters high.  The Giant Swing takes up to two adult riders high into the air for an unforgettable and exhilarating swing.

Another high-flying experience comes from the Avatar One Roller Coaster Zipline, the ride that takes one zipping down roller-coaster style 180-meters down.

Then there is the Adventure Tower, 15-meters of wall climbing fun, rappelling and free fall.  It also provides the best views of Alviera, as far out as the open field where hobbyists can gather for field sports and other outdoor pursuits like Frisbee, RC plane and car activities.  The open field will also feature kite-flying and kite-making workshops this summer, as well as a concert featuring Bamboo Mañalac on April 12, and health and wellness programs.

The Aerial Walk is a high rope adventure with the added challenge of being in an obstacle course.  SandBox also offers ATV and mini-ATV rides, a themed kiddie playground with picnic areas, mini-golf and camping sites.

Bikers will also be in for a treat as they enjoy Alviera’s 5,000 sqm pump track.
 The name originates from the pumping motion used by the riders’ body as they create momentum around the tracks. It serves as a training ground or simple play, and it is open for all types of bikes and skill level making it a suitable recreational activity for cyclists.

“The experience at SandBox gives one a taste of what’s to come upon the full development of Alviera.  We envision Alviera to be the regional growth center of Central Luzon complete with a commercial district, business and industrial park, university zones, retail centers, a country club, recreational areas and residential neighbourhoods.” said John Estacio, Alviera General Manager.

Alviera is a 1,125-hectare property easily accessible from Porac exit (NLEX-SCTEX), and close to the Clark Airport and Subic Freeport.  In time, the Alviera township will boast of open campuses for top-rated schools, its own commercial center, work spaces, a privately-managed transport system,  hotel, country club and residential developments. Open spaces and recreational attractions will also be featured.

The Sandbox is open from Tuesdays to Saturdays, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.  For booking guidelines, visit the Alviera website at http://www.alviera.ph/ and on http://www.facebook.com/AlvieraPH

LBC Connects OFWs in Bahrain

According to the most recent figures, it is estimated that there are 10.4 million Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) employed in over 27 countries across the world, with 2.8 million of them based in the Middle East. This figure is a testament to the adaptability, diligence, and competence of the Filipino, as well as their selflessness in providing for their families.

In order to better serve the needs of these modern-day heroes, LBC Express – the largest courier, cargo, and money remittance service company in the Philippines – recently opened their first branch in the island nation of Bahrain. Executives of Bahraini partner HAA Alaali Ventures were on-hand at the launch event, along with LBC Express’ chairman Carlos Araneta, president Fernando Araneta, senior vice-president of international operations Rene Fuentes, and guest of honor Sahid S. Glang, the Philippine Ambassador to Bahrain.

“There are approximately 65,000 Filipinos living in Bahrain, and by connecting with each of them, we also provide them the opportunity to connect with their loved ones at home,” Araneta enthused. “It can be difficult to live overseas, but we are proud of how LBC has continued to bridge the gap between families,” he further noted. Special introductory rates on shipping were then announced, to the appreciation of the Filipino community present.

In order to round out their services, LBC likewise partnered with Zenj Exchange in Bahrain, to offer the most competitive money remittance rates to the Philippines.

For more information and a complete list of the countries serviced please visit: www.lbcexpress.com []

About LBC Express
LBC Express, Inc. was founded in the 1950’s as a brokerage and air cargo agent. Known as the largest Express Courier, Cargo, and Money Remittance Service Company in the Philippines, LBC now offers its services in over 18 countries in North America, Canada, Middle East, Australia, Asia Pacific, Oceania, and European Territories. Currently, LBC operates in over 3,000 branches and partner agents in the Philippines. Since then, LBC has been moving anything and everything for the global Filipinos. For more than 60 years, LBC has provided hassle free delivery via air, land, and sea cargoes; from cash remittance to simple packages and container loads of business logistical needs. Its clientele comprises of local and multinational corporations, and several government agencies.

Giordano Ladies Unveils Summer 2014 collection

Be inspired with GL’s fresh take on nautical, sheer and natural highlight trends

Indulge in ultra simple, relaxed yet elegant pieces with Giordano Ladies’ Summer 2014 collection which comes in three sets: Nautical, Go Sheer and Natural Highlight.

Giordano Ladies offers elegant clothing for women that embody the dynamic lifestyle of the metropolitan women of this generation. The brand’s signature soft, flowing lines and solid palette brings out and enhances the inner beauty in every lady.

“Spring/Summer collections aim to bring more color without sacrificing comfort. Our latest collections stick to simple, clean silhouettes while maintaining that feminine appeal Giordano Ladies is known for,” said Lloyda Lim-Tan, Giordano Ladies merchandise buyer.

“Nautical, Go Sheer and Natural Highlight aim to give women more options as each piece is designed carefully to adapt to other pieces you already have in your own wardrobe. The aim of each creation is to let the woman’s inner beauty shine through, the focus is on the person as a whole, not just on the clothes she wears,” she said.


Nautical

The nautical look is back. This year, Giordano Ladies gives the sailor-inspired look a clean and contemporary edge. Create seaside-inspired looks with anchor button sailor shorts paired with a wide brim hat, giving the sailor vibe that relaxed and distinctly feminine edge.

Relax with a cold drink in a marine printed knit dress or explore the city in a cloud-blue shirtdress. Pull the look together with a citylight digital printed scarf.

Separates, such as a white cotton bubble blouse and a cotton lawn bonded knit jacket, retain that relaxed and feminine nautical vibe. Pair these with anchor button sailor shorts in neutral colors.  This refreshing, seaside-inspired look is available in Giordano Ladies stores May 2014.

Go Sheer

For ladies who look for semi-formal pieces that inspire, the Go Sheer collection is for you. Classic outfits go chic with subtle sheer panels and semi-transparent layers, breathing new life into constructed, sharp pieces.

Deck yourself in romantic organza and no matter the occasion. Make a statement in white with an organza trimmed blazer over an organza sheer dress. Then cinch the look with a two-tone leather belt.


Look tastefully chic in a one-of-a-kind floral print knit dress with a sheer hem. This delightfully feminine collection is available in stores in June 2014

Natural Highlight

Dark, earthy tones get an elegant and trendy upgrade in the Natural Highlight collection. Be inspired with soft, layered dresses that lend a timeless appeal, transcending all style barriers and even seasons. This nature-inspired collection is available in July 2014.

Giordano Ladies branches are located at SM Aura, Mega Fashion Hall (SM Megamall) and Glorietta 4.

DISNEY'S “PLANES: FIRE & RESCUE:" “When Others Fly Out, Heroes Fly In"

DISNEY'S “PLANES: FIRE & RESCUE” UNVEILS NEW POSTERS

The teaser posters for Disney's 3D animated comedy-adventure “Planes: Fires & Rescue” have just been launched online. Both one-sheets carry the tagline, “When Others Fly Out, Heroes Fly In.”
The sequel to last year's box-office hit “Planes” (grossing more than $200 million worldwide), “Planes: Fire & Rescue” is a new comedy-adventure about second chances, featuring a dynamic crew of elite firefighting aircraft devoted to protecting historic Piston Peak National Park from raging wildfire.

When world famous air racer Dusty (voice of Dane Cook) learns that his engine is damaged and he may never race again, he must shift gears and is launched into the world of aerial firefighting. Dusty joins forces with veteran fire and rescue helicopter Blade Ranger and his courageous team, including spirited super scooper Dipper (voice of Julie Bowen), heavy-lift helicopter Windlifter, ex-military transport Cabbie and a lively bunch of brave all-terrain vehicles known as The Smokejumpers. Together, the fearless team battles a massive wildfire and Dusty learns what it takes to become a true hero. Opening across the Philippines on August 20, 2014, “Planes: Fire & Rescue” is distributed by Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures through Columbia Pictures.

Alaska Shares the Journey of Growing Up with Royal FrieslandCampina

The Alaska Milk Corporation has partnered  with Royal FrieslandCampina, one of the world’s leading dairy companies to come up with milk formula for 3 years old onwards, Friso  4 is specially

 formulated for your growing child. It contains nutrients to support the child’s physical and mental development, that include Prebiotic and Probiotics, DHA, AA, Vitamin D, Calcium, Zinc and Selenium,  all the vitamins needed for those formatted years.

Royal FrieslandCampina, one of the world’s leading dairy companies ventured into producing quality milk that aids not only in digestion but helps children absorb necessary nutrients for growing up and becoming strong inside and out. Through extensive research and innovations in milk

production, Royal FrieslandCampina has endeavoured to ensure that it produces milk that will provide premium nutrition for infants an young children. 

Royal FrieslandCampina’s milk production begins with liquid raw materials, as fresh as possible, which go directly into processing. This technique allows the final product to be subjected to less heat treatment, thereby preserving more of the native state of proteins.  This leads to less protein denaturation and glycation. Low levels of glycation mean less digestive issues for babies.

Present during the Friso launched partnership with Alaska Milk Corporation at Solaire Resort are Tiffany Anne Santuyo, Registered nutritionist/Dietitian/Nutrition Consultant of Alaska Milk Corporation and from the FreislandCampina Dairy Foods, Dr. Henkjan Verkade, Prof. of Pedriatics University of Groningen, University Medical Center, Groningen, The Netherlands/Consultant, and Dr. Anne Schaafsma, Senior Scientist Nutrition, Global Nutrition Development team of FreislandCampina Innovations International.

A premium global brand which has been in the business for over 130 years, Royal FrieslandCampina and its products have made its presence strongly felt in more than 100 countries worldwide.  Alaska Milk Corporation (AMC) a leading Filipino milk company which has established its brand leadership for 40 years in the country, is proud to merged with Royal FrieslandCampina.

With stringent quality control, and its solid focus on promoting innovation, Alaska Milk Corporation and Royal FrieslandCampina are committed to deliver products which promote proper digestion and

absorption that will help infants and young children grow healthy inside and out.

Friso Four and Frisomum is available in leading supermarkets and drugstores nationwide.

NudeAudio launches first Bluetooth/Apple Lightning speaker designed for the home

After becoming one of the most preferred portable Bluetooth speaker brands, NudeAudio is proudly launched its very first home speaker - Studio 5.

Breaking the mold of traditional speaker design, the iconic looking, asymmetric speaker features both Bluetooth and an Apple Lightning connector, making it compatible with all smartphones and tablets. The home speakerhouses a powerful 2.1 system capable of delivering rich, crisp, high fidelity sound.

Tom Old Co-Founder enthused “Studio 5 is very different from other home speakers in the market. We’ve really spent time considering how and where the speaker is going to be used. People don’t just want a speaker to sound good, they’re asking for a speaker that complements the aesthetics of their home interior too. Gone are the days of design-conscious consumers accepting a black plastic box into their home.”

Studio 5 has been designed to complement a chic, contemporary home interior. Real metal elements accompany fabric and soft touch paint on the asymmetric housing; creating a refined, yetbold form. The play-control buttons are subtly hidden in the circular dock-plate and the iPad support is made of transparent polycarbonate.

While the color pallet is quiet, the acoustics are anything but. The 3-inch subwoofer and two high-fidelity neodymium-drivers work in perfect harmony to deliver a high-resolution sound that stretches from 70Hz ~ 18kHz. Three pre-set bass settings allow users to beef up or down the speaker according to the genre of music and personal taste.

The speaker provides a variety of connection options. For the latest iPhone and iPad variants, you can play and charge with an Apple Lightning connector. Along with aux-in, the speaker also features a CSR Bluetooth chipset, which provides a quick and reliable Bluetooth connection. Impressively, Dual-pairing over Bluetooth is possible enabling two devices to be connected at the same time - music can then be switched between devices by simply pressing pause and play.

For the technically savvy, NudeAudio has also included AptX (Advanced Digital Signal Processing) coding technology. When using the NudeAudio Studio 5 with other AptX compatible devices (e.g. any Mac with OSX or Samsung Galaxy S4 Smartphones or newer), the audio is CD quality and indistinguishable to a wired source.

•Play and charge compatible iPod, iPhone and iPad models with Lightning connector including iPhone 5, iPhone 5S, iPhone 5C, iPod touch 5th Gen and iPad mini.
•2.1 Stereo speaker with 3 inch subwoofer, bass port and bass control.
•Dual pairing Bluetooth wireless technology.
•Experience the full integrity of original digital audio with the AptX Bluetooth codec (when using compatible devices).
•Aux-in for use with other smartphones, tablets and music players.



NudeAudio Studio 5 is P8,990 available at Beyond the Box, Digital Walker, Digital Hub, Astrovision, Astroplus, iStudio, Mobile1, Rustans, iGig, iStudio, Switch, Technoholics, District 32, Sencolink, iCon, SM MAV.

For more information regarding the sales and distribution of NudeAudio products, visit http://www.facebook.com/digitstrading or follow them at https://twitter.com/digitstrading.

Pilipinas Shell Partners with Domex For Clean Toilets

Unilever and Shell improve toilet sanitation for the comfort 
of Holy Week travelers

The dirtiest part of every home is the toilet, it is where all the germs and illness-causing bacteria resides.  Every time you flush with an open lid, bacteria spray into the air around your toilet. And some of these germs could pass along symptoms of diarrhea or vomiting. To prevent bacteria from spreading, we should use a disinfectant like Domex which kills 99.9% of the germs on your toilet bowl rim and lids, and always keep the lid closed The study found that this reduced the spread of bacteria by 10 times. Make sure to wash your hands after using the toilet.

The summer season heralds the start of an annual tradition among thousands of Filipino families – traveling to the provinces in observance of Holy Week. In preparation for this, Unilever Philippines, through leading toilet cleaner brand Domex, has partnered with Pilipinas Shell Petroleum Corporation to provide motorists and travelers heading north and south of Luzon access to clean, hygienic toilets for their comfort during the yearly exodus.


Leading the clean-up is Unilever Philippines Marketing Director for Home Care Jay Go and Pilipinas Shell Petroleum Vice President for Retail Anthony Lawrence Yam. North Luzon Expressway (NLEX) and South Luzon Expressway (SLEX) Shell stations will experience Domex clean-ups beginning April 10.


“This coming Holy Week, when you gas up at Shell and take a break, you can expect smarter products and quality service at our stations,” says Yam.

“Everyone deserves a good toilet break during the long Holy Week journeys. With our cleanup drive, we at Unilever and our friends at Shell would like to assure the public of sanitized comfort rooms as they rest and recharge for their trip,” says Go.

Traveling during peak seasons introduces heightened risks of acquiring diseases, and some of the possible sources are poorly sanitized public restrooms that travelers may use along the way. Gas stations along major roads become the necessary stop-over points for commuters and private motorists, resulting in the crowded and busy use of comfort rooms and other facilities.

The cleanup drive is part of the 1 Million Clean Toilets program, an advocacy of Unilever through Domex to empower and inspire Filipinos to properly clean their own toilets with the right product in an effort to reduce incidences of disease that are related to lack of proper toilet sanitation. The program is set to culminate in November with the World Toilet Day celebrations.

With this, Unilever Philippines is providing six (6) months worth of Domex products for proper toilet sanitation of selected Shell gas stations. In support of the 1 Million Clean Toilets advocacy, Pilipinas Shell Petroleum Corporation submits their corporate pledge for clean toilets and continue to execute proper toilet sanitation throughout the year.

Everyone is encouraged to join the 1 Million Clean Toilets campaign by pledging for clean toilets. Simply visit the Facebook fan page (www.facebook.com/DomexPhilippines), like the page and click the “Pledge Here” button below the cover photo. For every pledge received, Unilever Philippines donates P5 to UNICEF’s Sanitation program which helps thousands of people get improved access to basic sanitation. For more information, visit facebook.com/DomexPhilippines.

Push Your Luck for the Scratchit Kaskaswerte This Summer

Summer Time is Kaskaswerte Time

Push your luck this summer by purchasing Scratchit Kaskaswerte cards, and turn it into a side business.

The rising temperature is a sure sign that summer is in full swing, and Filipinos are undoubtedly planning their vacation activities. The next two months are likewise a welcome breather for parents, who are momentarily relieved from tuition fees, school expenses, and allowances.

Summer is also the perfect time to look for opportunities to supplement incomes. Apart from selling products such as ice candy, ice buko, and halo-halo, Pacific Online Systems Corporation (POCS) and Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) offer enterprising adults a surefire way of adding money to their wallets. With an initial capital of under Php2,000.00, sellers can turn Scratchit Kaskaswerte cards into a lucrative side business, as there are no license or permits required.

Resellers will receive a booklet of 100 tickets at a discounted price, which may include a variety of fun and colorful game cards such as Red Hot 7s, Go Bananas, Cash Extravaganza, the latest game Lucky Horse, and many more. By selling the tickets at full price, each booklet can translate into a profit of more than 10 percent.

Scratchit Kaskaswerte cards have gained widespread popularity due to its instant prizes, ranging from Php20.00 to Php200,000.00, to as high as Php500,000.00! Moreover, each Scratchit card has a one-in-four chance of winning, plus a bonus area to double winnings.

If you want to be Kaskaswerte this summer, just visit the nearest lotto outlet or Lucky Circle branch []