Aspen Philippines launches “Kwella sa Es-Kwella at Komunidad” campaign for proper head hygiene among Filipino families

If you have encountered head lice (kuto) in the family. You know its lice, when the head itch doesnt go away and is keeping your kid afflicted with it awake at night. You may wonder where did it come from. We all know that if anyone from the family has lice, they got them from another person through head-to-head contact by using  hair brush, comb, hairclips or hats/caps from friends or someone else's.  Then it transfer from one head to another, the kids are the most affected host in the family. So how do we treat head lice aside from using a very fine comb. We must use a headlice shampoo treatment to help eradicate lice from scalp.

Aspen Philippines, a subsidiary of Aspen Pharmacare Holdings Limited, Africa’s largest pharmaceutical manufacturer and the biggest listed pharmaceutical group in the healthcare sector of the Johannesburg Stock Exchange recently launches “Kwella sa Es-Kwella at Komunidad” last  May 09, at SEDA BGC Hotel.


The project’s objective is to assist more parents, school administrators, teachers, guardians and community staff in propagating proper head hygiene among Filipino families.

Aspen Philippines reaches out to consumers in various touch points to share their products’ offerings by conducting nationwide school, community and industrial tours to create health awareness among Filipinos and their families.


 Aspen’s healthcare programs “ Kwella sa Es-Kwella at Komunidad”  was established in 2013 as a response to the Dept. of Education’s (DepEd) need for information campaign on proper hygiene and treatment for pediculosis (head lice). For the past 4 years, Aspen Philippines has conducted series of educational tours.  In 2017, they have visited 630 schools, participated by about 12,000 students, teachers, school staff and parents.

In 2015, Aspen Philippines was awarded by Aspen Asia the Asia’s Community Involvement Award for our delousing activity of 150 children in Barangay Barangka, Mandaluyong City. Permethrin (Kwell) is the Number One head lice treatment certified by IMS Health.

The above program was institutionalized by Aspen Philippines as a result of the 2012 DepEd & University of the Philippines (UP) statistics which revealed that pediculosis (head lice) is ranked as the 2nd most common ailment among public school children aged 7-12 years old.  Based on DepEd data, almost 9M or 84% of students are afflicted with head lice.

While it seems like a small problem, pediculosis presents a negative impact on children’s self- confidence.  It is one of the causes of absenteeism, loss of concentration, attentiveness and poor academic performance.

That is why it is imperative to treat them right away and make them enjoy school without the worry of lice.

When it comes to lice treatment, there is Permethrin (Kwell) Shampoo, the medicated shampoo for the treatment of head lice and their eggs (kuto at lisa) and prevention for those at risk.

How to use Permethrin (Kwell) Shampoo: 

1.     Wet the Hair
2.     Shake the bottle/open the sachet. Place an ample amount of Permethrin                (Kwell) shampoo and lather it in the hair thoroughly. Make sure that all                 parts of the head, hair and scalp and even the back of the ears and neck               are  treated.

3.      Leave for 10 minutes and wash thoroughly after.
4.      Dry the hair by using a towel.

If other members of the family have lice, treat them as well with Permetrhin (Kwell) to avoid the spread of lice.

Permethrin (Kwell) also is more economical. Use it once to get rid of lice then repeat after 7 days to make sure that no nits have been left and that’s it. No need to do maintenance washes. 


In the Philippines, Aspen Consumer Healthcare’s portfolio includes Permethrin (Kwell) for head lice & scabies; Dequalinium Chloride (Dequadin) for sore throat; Valda Pastilles for soothing & cooling the throat; and Bio-Oil for scar, stretchmark and uneven skin tone.

Jennifer Lopez to perform at the “2018 Billboard Music Awards.”

The “2018 Billboard Music Awards” will broadcast LIVE from MGM Grand Garden Arena on MONDAY, 21 MAY, 8:00 A.M. on BLUE ANT ENTERTAINMENT



dick clark productions announced that singer, songwriter, actress and producer Jennifer Lopez will hit the stage the only way she knows how—with a performance at the “2018 Billboard Music Awards.”



Lopez first revealed the news during her appearance on “Today.”



Lopez, the 2014 Billboard Music Awards ICON Award recipient, judge and executive producer on the summer series “World of Dance,” as well as executive producer and star of the hit drama “Shades of Blue,” will take a break from her current Las Vegas residency show “All I Have” to join previously announced performers BTS, Camila Cabello, Kelly Clarkson, Ariana Grande, John Legend, Dua Lipa, Shawn Mendes and Christina Aguilera, featuring Demi Lovato, on a night filled with music’s biggest names. It was also announced earlier this week that global superstar Janet Jackson will receive this year’s ICON Award. Jackson will also take the stage for a highly anticipated performance of her greatest hits, marking her first performance on television in nine years.

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Hosted by “The Voice” coach Kelly Clarkson, the “2018 Billboard Music Awards” will broadcast live from the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas on Monday, May 21 at 8 A.M. on Blue Ant Entertainment. The three-hour telecast will feature performances from this year’s hottest musical acts, unexpected collaborations and buzzworthy moments that celebrate 60 years of the Billboard Hot 100.



Jennifer Lopez Billboard Chart Facts:



·       Jennifer Lopez debuted on Billboard's charts in 1999 with the smash single "If You Had My Love," which spent five weeks at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 and paved the way for 10 total Top 10s and 17 Top 40 hits. Since “Love,” Lopez has made three more visits to No. 1 on the Hot 100. In addition, the 2014 Billboard ICON Award honoree has earned two No. 1 albums on the Billboard 200, 16 No. 1s on the Dance Club Songs chart and a trio of No. 1s on the Hot Latin Songs chart. Lopez has earned over 1.2 billion on-demand streams in the U.S., according to Nielsen Music.


Jennifer Lopez is an award-winning singer, actress, producer and entertainer who has established herself in both music and film. She is a successful recording and touring artist who has sold over 75 million records and has a cumulative box-office gross of over $2 billion. Lopez is one of the most influential female artists in history. As an artist, fashion icon, entrepreneur and philanthropist, Lopez has been named Forbes magazine’s most powerful celebrity and People magazine’s first "Most Beautiful Woman in the World." Without a doubt, Lopez is a global icon and the ultimate multihyphenate.

Jennifer Lopez’s BBMA Giphy stickers are now available! These stickers can be found within Instagram Stories by clicking the GIF button and searching for “BBMAs.”

Nominations for the “2018 Billboard Music Awards” were announced last month on NBC’s “Today” and on a livestream from Billboard’s New York office. Kendrick Lamar, Bruno Mars and Ed Sheeran tie for the most nominations this year with 15 each.



Voting for the two fan voted categories – Billboard Chart Achievement Award and Top Social Artist – will open on Monday, May 14 and additional details will be available soon.



“Billboard Music Awards” nominees and winners are based on key fan interactions with music, including album and digital song sales, streaming, radio airplay, touring and social engagement, tracked by Billboard and its data partners, including Nielsen Music and Next Big Sound. The awards are based on the reporting period of April 8, 2017 through March 31, 2018. Since 1940, the Billboard charts have been the go-to guide for ranking the popularity of artists, songs and albums, and are the ultimate measure of success in music.

Tickets for the “2018 Billboard Music Awards” are on-sale now. To purchase tickets online, fans should go to www.axs.com.



For the latest Billboard Music Awards (BBMAs) news, exclusive content and more, be sure to follow Blue Ant Entertainment on https://www.facebook.com/BlueAntEntertainment, @BlueAntEntertainment on Instagram, and @BlueAntEnt on Twitter. Join the conversation by using the official hashtag for the show, #BBMAs.



The “2018 Billboard Music Awards” produced by dick clark productions will air LIVE, first and exclusive, on Blue Ant Entertainment. Allen Shapiro, Mike Mahan, Mark Bracco, Barry Adelman and Robert Deaton are executive producers.



Blue Ant Entertainment is available on SKYcable channels 53 (SD) and 196 (HD), SKYdirect channel 35, Destiny Cable channel 53, and Cablelink channels 37 (SD) and 313 (HD).

Starbucks rolls out hot new delicious meals made to satisfy and sustain you throughout your day

Every morning, we seek our favorite cup of coffee, sometimes with added treats like scrumptious pastries, to help kick-start our day. Come lunch, limited options and lack of time make it challenging to find dishes that are just as satisfying as our morning fixes. The new Starbucks lunch menu offers delicious meals made to satisfy and sustain you throughout your day.


Rolling out hot, new dishes 

Starbucks recently introduced its Flatbread selection. A cheese lover’s dream, the new Four Cheese Flatbread is packed with parmesan, mozzarella, cheddar and cream cheese and garnished with garlic and Italian seasoning.

                                              Four Cheese Flatbread 

                                          Sausage and Ham Flatbread


Those looking for a protein option can chomp on the new Sausage and Ham Flatbread, topped with bacon, sausages, ham, sundried tomatoes, black olives, mozzarella, parmesan and pesto sauce.

                                      Roasted Vegetables with Chicken

A light and healthy option is the Roasted Vegetables with Chicken, a colorful mix of roasted broccoli, squash, carrots, eggplant, button mushroom, French beans, and onions, tossed with Italian dressing and topped with sliced chicken.

                                      Potato Gratin with Ham and Bacon

For a hearty and filling lunch, customers can also enjoy the Potato Gratin with Ham and Bacon, a dish of thinly sliced potatoes, layered with bacon, ham and soft cream cheese, baked to form a golden brown crust.





Lunchtime classics

The Starbucks menu is filled with pasta dishes and sandwiches thoughtfully made with the oh-so-good taste you’re craving for. Try the rich and savory Classic Beef Lasagna baked with béchamel sauce and a generous coating of mozzarella cheese, and the creamy Penne Pesto with Mushroom. Power through your afternoon with the Roasted Chicken Pesto and Shiitake Mushroom on Flat Bread made with roasted chicken breast fillet, pesto mayo sauce and Shiitake mushrooms, the Salmon Dill on Multi Grain Bread with a spread of salmon flakes, mozzarella and cream cheese and hard-boiled eggs.



Starbucks also offers Bistro Bowls and Yogurt Cups that come in convenient, to-go packages. Made with Al Dente tri-color fussili pasta, juicy tomatoes, black olives and bell pepper atop a bed of fresh arugula and served with a rich parmesan dressing on the side, the Arugula Pasta Salad with Creamy Parmesan is a sumptuous lunch-on-the run solution.   For a light snack, go for a Greek Yogurt Parfait with a choice of either Blueberry or Mango compote layered with Greek Yogurt and topped with crunchy oat granola.



So the next time you want to grab a quick bite or indulge a little, head to your nearest Starbucks and try out their delightful lunch offerings!   

Spread the love and share precious memories when you reinvent Mother’s Day with original HP Inks

Behind every successful individual is a super woman who gives endless love and support in every step of the way. Now, it’s time to turn things around and put the spotlight on these special women who have been in our lives since day one – our personal heroes and the light of our lives, our mothers.



This Mother’s Day, there’s no better way to show your affection and appreciation to the number one woman in your life than with the gift of long-lasting memories printed on paper with original HP inks. More than the usual flower bouquets and box of chocolates, a gift with your personal touch warms a mother’s heart.

This Mother’s Day, revisit and share unforgettable moments with loved ones by printing them with original HP inks.



And with HP printer and original inks, you can print copies of the beautiful memories you want to relive and use them in creating a personalized calendar, making a photo album, or designing a greeting card to amaze your mother.

The beauty of using original HP inks lie in its cartridges that are made from hours of testing and years in engineering to provide you with only the best printing experiences. These original inks work consistently with HP printers to give you better quality printouts which you can share with loved ones. It is also the best choice for the environment as it is designed with recyclable content for less waste.

So, spread the love and share precious memories when you reinvent Mother’s Day with original HP Inks. Buy one at any authorized resellers nationwide or visit http://www8.hp.com/ph/en/cartridge/ink.html for more information.

Join Vivo Hoop Battle Championship in the Philippines and get a chance to bring home P3M in cash!

Vivo partners with Capdase PH for the Vivo Hoop Battle Championship in the Philippines. The event was launched at Vertis North Ayala last May 8 and attended by Vivo executives led by Vivo Brand director Annie Lim, Vivo Philippines VP for Sales Hazel Bascon,  AyalaLand Malls Synergies, Inc. (AMSI) Entertainment General Manager Gabby Katigbak, AMSI President Rowena Tomeldan, and Capdase CEO Alex Fong. 

If you are Filipino aged 18 years old and above, you are encouraged to join The Vivo HoopBattle Championship Philippines and may get a chance to bring home P3M in cash.


Basketball fans, listen up! The Stephen Curry-led global smartphone brand has formally launched the Vivo Hoop Battle Championship in the Philippines.

The global smartphone brand will be the official title sponsor of the Vivo Hoop Battle Championship Philippine.

The grand prize? Two groups from the Philippines will be sent to Guangzhou, China in August 2018 and play against other groups in Asia to claim the Hoop Battle Champion title.

Aside from a trip to China for a chance to play at an international basketball game, the two winning teams will get Php200,000 or Php100,000.

If the Philippine team enters the top three in the final games, they will also bring home RMB400,000 (around P3 million), RMB120,000 (around Php900,000), and RMB80,000 (around Php600,000).

The HoopBattle Championship is an annual 3x3 basketball tournament held in some districts in China and other Asian countries. In the Philippines, it will be held in various Ayala Malls in the metro.

Vivo and Ayala’s partnership was announced on April 14 during the Vivo V9 mall tour kickoff in Market! Market! Capdase is also another partner of the Vivo HoopBattle Championship Philippines.

How to join 

The Vivo HoopBattle Championship Philippines is open to Filipino teams aged 18 years old and above. Each team must be composed of a total of four members with at least two Filipino players. A team may opt to include two non-Filipino players if only they are currently residing in the Philippines. But only one non-Filipino player will be allowed to play in each game. A team may include one female player.

Applications must be submitted on June 3 at Glorietta Mall. Upon registration, all players must bring their passports, which should be valid until June 2019 at the very least so they can travel to China for the grand finals.

Only the top 48 teams will be accepted by the Hoop Battle Committee. Orientation for the games will be on June 17.

FIBA 3x3 game rules will be observed for the Vivo Hoop Battle Championship Philippines.

Healthy Green Tea Smoothie with Real California Milk

When my kids were a lot younger, our grocery shopping will never be complete without our favorite milk and dairy products. A practice which all three of them seemed to have adopted since I now always see their ref well stocked with the dairy products they love and I think my grandkids are also embracing because “Milk” or “Mik” or “miyak” were among the first words they learned to say.

If there’s one thing I’m proud of teaching my kids, its learning to prioritize their health and to always watch what they are eating. Growing up, they never craved for junk food, only drank soda on occasion, and unlike kids their age, didn’t ask for chocolates too much. And they thanked me for bringing me up that way. Resisting sugary drinks and unhealthy food taught them a thing or two about discipline.

But I did spoil them on milk.

Even if they didn’t have breakfast, they had to drink their milk before going to school in the morning and again before bedtime.

Drink milk before anything else.

It’s become a routine for them that eventually turned into a habit and as they say kept them healthy and helped them sleep soundly at night. I’d like to think that's why they all grew up healthy and were never hospitalized for some serious disease (except for dengue).

They have all grown up loving milk even if they are not drinking it. They mix it with granola or cereals, and I also prepare pancakes, waffles, oatmeal or healthy milk fruit shakes. And when I visit them, they still ask me to cook my version of creamy macaroni soup or “sopas.”

I'm glad that none of them are lactose intolerant so they can enjoy their milk anytime of the day. Like I mentioned, there would always be a carton of milk in the fridge otherwise it’s time to restock.

Now that they have their own families, I'm glad that they too are passing their love for milk to their kids and have incorporated milk and dairy in their usual diet.

Milk is such an important part of our diet. As a healthy drink, it contains a high range of nutrients and offers a lot of health benefits such as:

1. One 8-ounce glass of milk will provide your kids with natural, high-quality protein containing all the essential amino acids. This helps build strong bones, hair, muscles and teeth. And the best time to get your protein is at breakfast, since it provides energy and makes one feel full and satisfied until the next meal.

2.  Milk is fortified with Vitamin D for bone health. Both Calcium and Vitamin D help prevent osteoporosis. Vitamin D levels also helps with the production of serotonin, a hormone associated with mood, appetite, and sleep. Those who lack Vitamin D has been associated with depression, chronic fatigue, and PMS. So if you want to drive the blues away, drink your milk.

3.  Milk has Potassium which can help with kidney and heart disorders, and helps enhance muscle strength and metabolism. It is a very important mineral for the human body and helps break down and use carbohydrates. To build muscle and lastly to control the electrical activity of the heart.

4.  Riboflavin found in milk is an important vitamin that also acts as an antioxidant within the body. It helps to boost energy levels, facilitating in a healthy metabolism, preventing free radical damage. My doctor advises me to drink a glass of milk to help me with my migraine.

5.   Milk is an excellent source of Vitamin B12 or cobalamin. It is essential for neurological functions and the growth and division of cells, including red blood cells. To help you grow tall.

Now doesn’t that make you want to grab a glass of milk to start your family’s day? Or perhaps a hunk of cheese, or some butter, or other delicious dairy products?

The last time I went to the grocery, I noticed a new brand of dairy products filling up my favorite chiller. It’s called Real California Milk so I did a bit of research and found out why a lot of people are choosing the one with Real California Milk seal.

California is not just home to Steph Curry and the NBA Champions Golden State Warriors, but to 1,300 dairy farms, 99% of which are family-owned. Generations have carefully tended and cared for the cows, their pastures and farms to produce only high quality dairy products.

Northern California’s climate offers a lot of pasture-based grazing while in sunny Central and Southern California, farms use free stall barns. Fans and misters keep the cows cool, and they have access to shade, food and water 24/7. Dairy farmers throughout the state ensure that the cows are healthy, comfortable and safe as cows that are under stress typically produce little to no milk at all.

In 1993, California exceeded Wisconsin in milk production to become America’s leading dairy producer. California now ranks first in the U.S. for total milk production, and for producing butter, ice cream, non-fat dry milk and whey protein concentrate. It ranks second in yogurt and cheese production, but leads in the production of Mozzarella, Cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses. And we thought movies were the state’s biggest production!

Products bearing the Real California Milk seal mean that they were made exclusively with California milk and are power-packed with calcium, protein and other nutrients in each serving.

More California dairy products are sure to end up on local dining tables. On the next trip to the grocery, take a closer look at the chiller for products with the seal. Anytime is the perfect time to have a taste to see the difference.

This assures buyers that they’re getting dairy products made exclusively from nutrient-rich, high quality 100% California milk.

If you want to learn more about Real California Milk, visit www.RealCaliforniaMilk.com or join the conversation at https://www.facebook.com/RCMph/. Better yet, drop by the supermarket to check out products with the Real California Milk seal and give it a go. You’ll be healthier for it.

And because summer is officially here, I am sharing with you my Green Tea smoothies which I’m sure your entire family will love.

Ingredients:
1 Banana
2 tablespoon Lemon juice
5 ice cubes
¾-1 cup Real California Milk
1 cup green tea steeped and chilled 

Instructions:
1. Gather all the ingredients.
2. Put banana and ice cubes in an electric blender/mixer.
3. Blend until all the ingredients are combined and smooth. Pour into a glass and enjoy your healthy green tea smoothie. 

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California dairy products are available at the following membership shopping outlets and grocery stores in the Philippines:

S&R Membership Shopping

California Sunshine Milk (homogenized, reduced-fat, low-fat and chocolate milk, a wide selection of California Cheeses, and coming soon: Yogurt

 Landers Superstore

     Coolhaus pints and sammies and a wide selection of California Cheeses

         
Robinsons Supermarket

                                 A wide selection of California Cheeses

SM Hypermarket

                                 A wide selection of California Cheeses

        Merkado Supermarket

                                          Coolhaus pints and sammies

      Unimart Supermarket

                                          Coolhaus pints and sammies


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Huawei Ambassador Pia Wurtzbach Stars Metro Magazine’s Anniversary Cover taken using a P20 Pro

Huawei has been known to infuse fashionable design into their tech products, a trait that’s on full display with the new Huawei P20 Pro. The tech brand takes it a step further by collaborating with Metro Magazine, creating a showstopping cover shot featuring none other than the stunning Pia Wurtzbach.

The brand continues to be the king of smartphone camera photography by proving its worth to match an actual DSLR camera. While most of us believe that only big, professional cameras can ensure quality of photos worthy to banner a magazine cover, Huawei has taken the game to another level.

On Metro Magazine’s 29th Anniversary Issue, Pia wears the fierce glare that won her the Ms. Universe 2015 crown, captured in exquisite detail by the Huawei P20 Pro. No fancy camera equipment was needed to produce Metro’s cover – just Huawei’s latest and greatest, proving just how much ingenuity the company has put into developing the tech.

Cover-worthy Camera Excellence

The shoot was quite the experience for the people involved in the shoot; after all, not many publications can pull off what Huawei and Metro did, as apart from the cover, majority of the shots of Pia inside the magazine’s pages were taken by the Huawei P20 Pro.

                    Photos taken using Huawei P20 Pro for Metro Magazine

Pia Wurtzbach shares tidbits of the experience, glowing with pride as Huawei’s brand ambassador and host of her very own travel show. “I’ve always been a believer of Huawei’s camera technology, so when I found out we were shooting Metro’s Anniversary Issue with the P20 Pro I was like, ‘It’s about time!’”, says Pia.

Metro Editor-in-Chief Geolette Esguerra chimes in with her thoughts on the shoot, saying “The Huawei P20 Pro is a game changer. What happens with a lot of photographers, a lot of people in fashion, is that you have to produce content everywhere but can’t keep bringing out your DSLR because of its size and bulk. It definitely won’t fit inside your tiny clutch! And I’ve missed out a lot of great moments in fashion week because I opted to leave my camera at home. You see, I believe that the best camera is the one you have with you all the time—and that would be your mobile phone, you surely won’t go anywhere without it. From a fashion perspective, you can create content everywhere. You can do a fashion shoot with just the Huawei P20 Pro, or make a beautiful narrative on video.

Photos taken using Huawei P20 Pro for Metro Magazine

Huawei Philippines’ Marketing Director Corinne Bacani expressed satisfaction with the Metro team-up, saying “I’ve always believed our products complemented the lifestyles of our consumers, and that’s still what we’re going for with the P20 Pro. Working with Metro and Pia embodies that belief and opens up more exciting possibilities in the future.”

Huawei P20 Series Launches Waves of Praise

The recent launch of Huawei’s P20 Series is already making waves in the Philippine market, bolstered by the cutting-edge Leica camera technology that’s winning over casual users, professionals and everyone in between. Metro Magazine’s May 2018 Anniversary Issue was the perfect opportunity to demonstrate how fashion and tech can work together to produce amazing creative output.

Take your own cover shot with a P20 that matches your style. The Huawei P20 Pro is available for Php 44,990 in three eye-catching color options: Twilight, Midnight Blue, and Black. The Huawei P20 comes in Black and Midnight Blue for Php 34,990, and the Huawei P20 Lite is available in Klein Blue and Midnight Black for Php 15,990.

For more information about Huawei devices in the Philippines, you may check out facbook.com/HuaweiMobilePH.

Vivo V9 with Qualcomm Snapdragon 626: The perfect phone for gamers

Through the years, the smartphone has become an extension of its users. It has evolved from a basic tool for communication to an all-around tool for entertainment. Today’s smartphone is no longer used just for making calls or texting. It has become so powerful to accommodate complicated games without sacrificing its basic features—or it should be.

But not many smartphones are as gamer-friendly as the newest Vivo V9.


Inside every Vivo V9 is the Qualcomm Snapdragon 626 octa-core processor for a more powerful smartphone performance.

The Vivo V9 is equipped with the top tier Qualcomm Snapdragon 626 octa-core processor. This mobile platform comes with the Adreno 506 series GPU that promises advanced graphics and a smooth performance for a longer period.

The chipset also offers longer battery life with the efficient 14nm FinFET process technology.  The Snapdragon 626 also comes with the Qualcomm® Hexagon™ 546 DSP, which provides battery-efficient user enhancements to a smartphone’s audio and video capabilities.

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. Senior Marketing Manager Dominikus Susanto (left) attended a press conference at the SM Mall of Asia on April 21 to explain the features of the Snapdragon 626 processor equipped in every Vivo V9. He was joined by Vivo Philippines Brand Director Annie Lim (center) and PR head Ivan Liu (right). 

Vivo V9 also complemented Qualcomm Snapdragon 626’s features with its 6.3-inch 19:9 FullView Display that has a 90 percent screen-to-body ratio for an improved mobile phone gaming experience. 

Vivo also understands the importance of a comfortable grip while playing games. The Vivo V9 has an ergonomically optimized 3D curved cover to provide a comfortable grip. 

It also upgraded its signature Game Mode to allow gamers to block background notifications, reject calls, among other capabilities.

The AI Game Mode of Vivo V9 also allows gamers to talk to people while they are still playing their favorite gaming applications if they are connected to the Wi-Fi. It also has a Picture-In-Picture feature that allows gamers to use social messaging applications even in the middle of a game.

The Vivo V9 also has an improved gaming keyboard, which is a mini version of the TouchPal Keyboard. It can also intelligently allocate and optimize processing resources through the Smart Engine to ensures a smooth and seamless experience for gamers.

The Vivo V9 is available for Php17,990 nationwide in Pearl Black, Gold, and the limited edition Velvet Red. 

With Derucci, discover the true benefits of luxury with a sleep system that’s designed specifically for you

I always believe that in order to be productive for the day. You should sleep at least 8 hours a night, no more no less.

If I didnt get to sleep better at night. You'll find me cranky and irritable the next day. Its always like that. That's why sleep is precious to me, in my age at this time.  If you've noticed yourself becoming forgetful, it might be worth thinking back to how much sleep you've had recently. So better have a deep good sleep to start the day right.

That's why before resting at night I take my shower. Light a scented aromatheraphy candle. Remove all my gadgets,  out of my reach.

Recently I just invest in a good bed with mattress and partner it with a good pillow. It helps me lull to sleep and relax.

Derucci recently launches luxury beds, mattresses and pillows last May 4 at De Rucci The Teoff Centre, Binondo. The event was attended by celebrity endorser Ms. Kim Chiu together with De Rucci executives.

Derucci, the leader in healthy sleep systems, proudly opens in the Philippines with brand ambassador Kim Chiu and Derucci principals including David Shi, General Manager of Derucci Overseas Holdings Ltd. at the Manila Hotel, for their launch party.

With its flagship store located at the heart of Old Manila, the original premier shopping district, Derucci more easily caters to its discerning clientele.

“Derucci is committed to providing our customers with comfortable yet contemporary bedroom mattresses and furniture of the highest quality. We spend more than 1/3 of our lives sleeping, so why shouldn’t we prioritize getting ourselves a bed that’ll ensure us the best night’s sleep?” says Damien Raymond Ty, Corporate Secretary of Derucci Philippines.  

Kim Chiu adds, “With my hectic schedules, I usually have to sneak in a nap while on the road, and since it’s only a few minutes or hours at a time, it greatly affects my energy and mood for the day. This is why I believe that we should invest in the perfect bed because there’s nothing more important than getting quality sleep. When we sleep, that is when our body recharges and heals itself.”   

Derucci was established in 2004 and boasts over 2,200 showrooms worldwide, with presence in China, Hong Kong, Dubai, Australia, Germany, Italy, France, US, Japan, Canada and Egypt, among others. From the East Coast (New York) to Southeast Asia, Derucci is fast expanding its global reach.

Helping to define the brand above the rest, Derucci’s team of experts continually develop new designs that ensure a better night’s sleep, marrying contemporary European aesthetics with impressive engineering to create beds that not only last a lifetime, but ensure a lifetime of quality sleep. Bringing clients’ utmost comfort, each luxury bed is tailor-made, providing the perfect combination of body care and support. In addition, Derucci has partnered with other leading global brands to bring you the best and most luxurious materials.

Derucci established closed corporate partnership with prestigious corporations including Italy’s Technogel, Belgium’s Rako, Germany’s Otten, Italy’s Salvadori, ARTILAT N.V, Italy Lamborghini, Switzerland’s DOC corporate, and Belgium’s Kmart.

“With Derucci, discover the true benefits of luxury with a sleep system that’s designed specifically for you. Try our beds and mattresses to experience something truly life-changing,” ends Ty.

For more information, visit www.derucci.com.ph.
Instagram: @derucci_ph
E-mai address: luxury.supreme@yahoo.com 
Contact: 0927-4789478
Landline: 717-4676
Address: Unit 4 & 5 Ground Floor, The Teoff Centre, 355 T. Pinpin Street corner San Vicente Street, Binondo, Manila, Philippines.