VP Sara Duterte Carpio, Sen. Imee Marcos, Sen. Loren Legarda, Sen. Sherwin Gatchalian, Sen. Mark Villar, Sen. Koko Pimentel, former Mayor Isko Moreno support “Bakery Fair 2023”

This is a great event for anyone interested in baking and pastries! The Bakery Fair 2023 in the Philippines is an excellent opportunity to learn more about the bakery industry and sample some delicious treats.

The public is invited to the Philippines’ biggest and most star-studded bakery industry event, the “Bakery Fair 2023” from March 2 to 4, 2023 at the World Trade Center at Sen. Gil J. Puyat Ave. corner Diosdado Macapagal Boulevard, Pasay City. This was announced by the organizer Filipino Chinese Bakery Association, Inc. (FCBAI) led by President Gerik Chua and other officers. Bakery Fair 2023 is open daily from 10 am to 7pm. All baking, pastries and food enthusiasts and the public are invited. 

@lola_lamon The Bakery Fair 2023 presents the FCBAI Bakers cup Wedding Cake Competition.The most awaited event of the year. #fcbai #AngelCup2023 #baker #bakery #weddingcakes ♬ Another Day in Paradise - Breno Miranda

Vice-President Sara Duterte Carpio, Senator Imee Marcos, Senator Loren Legarda, Senator Mark Villar, Senator Mark Villar, Senator Koko Pimentel, former Manila Mayor Isko Moreno and other leaders congratulated FCBAI for organizing Bakery Fair 2023, which supports the revival of the Philippine bakery industry and the Philippine economy. Leaders of various Asian and Asean bakery associations and business leaders shall also attend Bakery Fair 2023. 

Bakery Fair 2023 has 136 exhibitors covering 10,000 square meters or one hectare of the World Trade Center. There shall also be many educational technical seminars by different top bakery industry-related companies, bakers, chefs and experts. 

This is the comeback of the Bakery Fair after four years due to the global pandemic and it signals the revival of the Philippine baking industry despite inflation and other challenges. 

 

To pre-register for Free Entrance to the Bakery Fair 2023, follow the online link https://www.bakeryfair.ph 

"Bakery Fair" is the biennial civic project of the FCBAI to promote and uplift the Philippines bakery industry and support socio-economic development. 

 

One of the exciting events of Bakery Fair 2023 is the “FCBAI Bakers Cup Wedding Cake Competition 2023”, which shall showcase exciting and awesome wedding cake creations of “Kasalang Pinoy” theme. Be mesmerized with the bakers’ amazing creations using fondant, royal icing, gum paste and many more. This is one of the most awaited events of the year, wherein the first prize winner will have a chance to receive a prize worth P80,000 pesos. Winners shall be announced on March 2 and the wedding cakes of finalists shall be on exhibit throughout Bakery Fair 2023. 

Another important event in Bakery Fair 2023 is “Angel Cup 2023”. The Angel Cup-Bread Display Competition highlights the making of Bread Showpiece, Artisan Bread, Healthy Bread and Sweet Dough with dough filling. 

FCBAI is part of the Federation of Filipino Chinese Chambers of Commerce & Industry, Inc. (FFCCCII), the umbrella business and civic organization of 170 Filipino Chinese chambers of commerce and trade organizations from Aparri to Tawi Tawi. History records showed that Chinese migrants were the earliest bakers in the Philippines during the Spanish colonial era, bringing also flour here. 

Liminal has announced its new mobile application, Liminal Vaults

Leading wallet infrastructure platform Liminal has announced its new mobile application, Liminal Vaults, that allows crypto-native companies to make secure transactions on the go while improving efficiency and productivity.

 

Powered by its secure Multiparty Computation (MPC) technology, Liminal Vaults helps organizations set up secure transactions while enabling them to move assets quickly and securely. Users can also add an extra layer of authentication by utilizing the app's features while carrying out a transaction, giving them complete control over their keys and transactions without compromising security, making it an ideal choice for Web3 organizations.

“We are delighted to launch our iOS app ‘Liminal Vaults’, which empowers our users to approve transactions on the go securely. With the app, we will give users the tools and freedom to make transactions with the assurance of complete privacy and security. In addition, the MPC technology helps store a variety of digital assets with confidence,” Mahin Gupta, Founder of Liminal, said of the launch.

 

The app’s launch is part of Liminal’s continued efforts to provide an ever-learning and secure platform to store, transfer, and manage digital assets independently.

 

Growth of blockchain adoption in Southeast Asia

Apps intended for crypto-native or Web3 businesses show the continued growth of crypto and blockchain industries. Southeast Asia is one of the regions leading the charge when it comes to crypto adoption with countries like Vietnam and the Philippines placing first and second respectively out of 146 countries in the most recent edition of the 2022 Global Crypto Adoption Index by blockchain analysis firm Chainalysis.

 

In the Philippines alone, some 10.9 million Filipinos own cryptocurrencies as of November 2022.

 

“With the increasing need for a robust infrastructure, it's imperative for Web3 businesses & exchanges to have control of digital assets at any given time. Our app gives enterprises the power to manage transactions while offering the utmost security of self-custody on the go,” explained Dhruvil Shah, Liminal’s SVP for Technology.

 

Liminal Vaults App is designed to provide a smooth and intuitive experience for all users. From downloading the app to setting up your account and accessing all of its features, the process is quick and effortless with a user-friendly interface. So, whether you are an exchange, HNI, web3 company, treasuries or even an individual who needs to manage digital assets, you can trust Liminal’s simple and seamless onboarding process. 

 

With the app, you can enable mobile signing access for relevant team members in your organization. Using the app, you can also create and approve policies like whitelisting addresses, transaction limits etc.

 

The Liminal Vault app is now live in Singapore from the iOS app store and will soon be available in more countries.

 

Smart announces the extension of its partnership with international gaming developer and publisher MOONTON Games

Strengthening its position as a patron of Philippine esports, mobile services provider Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) has announced the extension of its partnership with international gaming developer and publisher MOONTON Games to be the official local telco partner for the upcoming 2023 Mobile Legends: Bang Bang tournaments. 

 

Now on its sixth consecutive year, Smart’s partnership with MOONTON Games includes the Mobile Legends: Bang Bang Professional League – Philippines (MPL-PH) Seasons 11 and 12 set to happen this February and August, respectively; Mobile Legends: Bang Bang Southeast Asia Cup (MSC) in June; and the much-awaited M5 World Championship, which will take place in the country in the last quarter of the year. 

 

Smart is also the official local telco partner for the newly added league, Mobile Legends: Bang Bang Development League - Philippines (MDL-PH), the official amateur tournament league for esports players. This will serve as a breeding ground for promising amateur players to further bolster the dominance of the region in the esports scene.

 

“Smart has always believed in the talent and skill of Filipino esport athletes. Through our partnership with MOONTON Games, we aim to continue empowering them and further inspire others to level up their gameplay and make the most of every gaming moment, powered by the Philippines’ fastest and best mobile network," said Francis E. Flores, SVP and Head of Consumer Business Group – Individual at Smart.

 

We thank Smart for our meaningful partnership for six years. They have been supporting the growth and sustainability of esports and we are happy to be partnering once again to elevate the gaming and streaming experience of Filipinos," said Tonyo Silva, MOONTON Games Senior Marketing Manager.

 

 

MPL Season 11 & MDL Season 1 

 

Smart’s partnership kicked off this February with the start of the regular season MPL-PH Season 11 last Feb. 17 and the debut of the new tournament, MDL-PH Season 1 last Feb. 15. 

 

The MPL-PH Season 11 featured 8 franchise teams - Blacklist International, Bren Esports, ECHO, Nexplay EVOS, ONIC Philippines, RSG Philippines, Smart Omega, and TNC Pro Team.

 

On the other hand, MDL Season 1 featured 10 rookie teams including Gamelab, the grand champion of the recently concluded Smart League Tournament. They will be joined by Blacklist Academy, ZOL Esports, ECHO Proud, ONIC Arsenals, RSG Ignite, Smart Omega Neos, BREN x Euphoria Esports, Nexplay EVOS Tiger Cub and TNC Neo.

 

The whole MPL-PH Season 11 and MDL-PH Season 1 - from regular season matchups all the way to the playoffs and finals - will be available to stream on Smart’s official Facebook page, enabling mobile gaming fans and enthusiasts to catch the matches on the go and root for their favorite MLBB teams. As a treat, Smart is also giving away special prizes to those watching the games.

 

Advocate for safer online spaces

 

As the longtime official telco partner of MLBB esports in the Philippines, Smart has cemented its position as a staunch supporter of esports - including esports athletes, fans, game publishers, and tournament organizers - in the country. 

 

Filipino gamers can enjoy leveled-up gaming experiences powered by Smart, the Philippines' Fastest and Best mobile network in 2022, according to Ookla, the global leader in mobile and broadband intelligence.

 

Alongside its support for esports, Smart is an advocate for safer online spaces especially within the Philippine gaming community.

As part of this advocacy, Smart and its parent company PLDT has launched a program consisting of a series of conversations on internet safety among gaming industry experts and advocates through Better Today PH.

 

Register your SIM for leveled-up gaming experiences

 

In compliance with the SIM Registration Law, Smart encourages all its subscribers to have their SIM registered. Smart Prepaid and TNT subscribers can visit the https://simreg.smart.com.ph/ portal. 

 

Smart Postpaid users, on the other hand, simply need to confirm the personal information and IDs they submitted for their postpaid plan application by texting YES to 5858 and wait for the confirmation message from Smart.

 

Learn more about how Smart enables subscribers to level up their gameplay by visiting https://gigaarena.smart/. 

 

Cebu Pacific launches its “March Pinabongga” month-long seat sale

Cebu Pacific (CEB: PSE) passengers are in for a special treat as the Philippines’ leading airline in celebration of its 27^th anniversary.

From 10AM on March 1 until March 31, CEB travelers can book their flights and fly right away across the airline’s widest domestic network for as low as PHP199 one-way base fare, exclusive of surcharges and fees. Travel period is from March 1 to August 31, 2023.

Even better, the airline is also offering up to 27% off on select add-ons to make flying more convenient for its passengers.

Whether you are planning to spend your summer vacation on the white sand beaches of Boracay or go on a surfing adventure in the island of Siargao, or even reunite with your families in Cebu, Davao, Cagayan De Oro, and General Santos, CEB is making that possible through its month-long #CEBSuperSeatFest.

As CEB turns 27, expect more surprises to come this March that will surely, and quite literally, take you to places.

"Cebu Pacific has come a long way since we flew our first flight 27 years ago. What better way to celebrate this milestone than by giving back to the passengers to whom we owe our success,” said Carmina Romero, Cebu Pacific Director for Corporate Communications.

CEB flew its maiden voyage from Manila to Cebu on March 8, 1996. Since then, the airline has made it its mission to enable every Juan to fly by offering affordable and accessible flights and continuously ramping up its network.

Earlier this week, CEB announced the expansion of its Clark hub by operating a combined 13 domestic and international routes and basing 3 aircraft in Clark International Airport. The airline will also add flights from Cebu to Naga and Hong Kong starting March 26, and to Tokyo starting May 1.

CEB is set to restore 100% of its pre-COVID network and capacity in March 2023. It now flies to 34 domestic destinations and is set to reinstate all its 25 international destinations in the first quarter of the year.

Passengers with existing Travel Funds may use these to pay for flights and other add-ons. Apart from the Travel Fund, other payment options such as payment centers, credit or debit cards, and e-wallets may also be used.

Book your flights now via bit.ly/CebuPacificSale.

Catch the much-anticipated premiere of the beloved series on HBO GO and HBO!

 

On HBO GO and HBO this March, catch the much-anticipated premiere of the beloved series, Succession Season 4 on March 27 and the series finale of The Last of Us on March 13. Expect drama in the premiere of Perry Mason Season 2 and Downton Abbey: A New Era. Dive into action with movies The Hunger Games, Black Mass and War Dogson Warner TV and go on an adventure every weekend this March with The Heroic Quest of the Valiant Prince Ivandoe Season 2 and Teen Titans Go! on Cartoon Network. Enjoy new episodes of Batwheels, Bugs Bunny Builders and more, with Cartoonito Playdate on Boomerang. 

 

Drama and Crime on HBO and HBO GO

Perry Mason Season 2 Premieres Tuesday, March 7 at 10am on HBO and HBO GO Months after the Dodson case has come to an end, the scion of a powerful oil family is brutally murdered. When the DA goes to the city's Hoovervilles to pinpoint the most obvious of suspects, Perry, Della, and Paul find themselves at the centre of a case that will uncover far reaching conspiracies and force them to reckon with what it truly means to be guilty. Season 2 stars Matthew Rhys, Juliet Rylance, Chris Chalk, Diarra Kilpatrick, Eric Lange, Justin Kirk, Katherine Waterston, Hope Davis, Fabrizio Guido, Peter Mendoza, Mark O’Brien, Paul Raci, Jen Tullock, Jon Chaffin, Onahoua Rodriguez, Jee Young Han, Sean Astin, Tommy Dewey, Shea Whigham, and Wallace Langham.

The Last of Us New episodes every Monday at 10am on HBO and HBO GO with the series finale on March 13 Based on the critically acclaimed video game, this HBO Original drama series takes place 20 years after modern civilization has been destroyed. Joel, a hardened survivor, is hired to smuggle Ellie, a 14-year-old girl, out of an oppressive quarantine zone. What starts as a small job soon becomes a brutal, heart-breaking journey, as they both must traverse the US and depend on each other for survival. The nine-episode first season stars Pedro Pascal, Bella Ramsey, Gabriel Luna, Anna Torv, Nico Parker, Murray Bartlett, Nick Offerman, Melanie Lynskey, Storm Reid, Merle Dandridge, Jeffrey Pierce, Lamar Johnson, Keivonn Woodard, Graham Greene, and Elaine Miles as Florence. Ashley Johnson and Troy Baker also star.

Downton Abbey: A New Era Premieres Saturday, March 25 at 9pm on HBO and HBO GO From award-winning creator Julian Fellowes comes the motion picture event Downton Abbey: A New Era. The much-anticipated cinematic return of the global phenomenon reunites the beloved cast as they go on a grand journey to the South of France to uncover the mystery of the Dowager Countess’ newly inherited villa.

Succession Season 4 Premieres Monday, March 27 at 9am on HBO and HBO GO In Season 4, the sale of media conglomerate Waystar Royco to tech visionary Lukas Matsson moves ever closer. The prospect of this seismic sale provokes existential angst and familial division among the Roys as they anticipate what their lives will look like once the deal is completed. A power struggle ensues as the family weighs up a future where their cultural and political weight is severely curtailed. Stars Brian Cox, Jeremy Strong, Sarah Snook, Kieran Culkin, Alan Ruck.

 

More Action on Warner TV 

Superman & Lois Season 3 Premieres Wednesday, March 15 at 9pm on Warner TV Season 3 opens weeks after Superman’s blowout defeat of Ally Allston. Clark and Lois are now working at the Smallville Gazette together and enjoying the small-town life. However, Lois' own work-life balance is put to the test when an undercover assignment reveals a deadly foe that promises to change the Kent family forever. Stars Tyler Hoechlin, Elizabeth Tuloch, Michael Bishop, Alex Garfin, Erik Valdez, Inde Navarrette, Emmanuelle Chriqui and Dylan Walsh.

The Hunger Games (2012) Premieres Saturday, March 4 at 9pm on Warner TV The Hunger Games chronicles a teenage girl's defiant struggle to survive in a future dystopia where The Capitol requires its twelve subjugated districts to atone for their onetime insurrection through the annual Hunger Games, a fight-to-the-death event held in a fantastical manmade arena. Although suffering extreme hardship is commonplace for Katniss Everdeen, she is forced to make choices that weigh survival against humanity and life against love in order to win the games and return home to her district. Stars Jennifer Lawrence, Josh Hutcherson, Liam Hemsworth, Woody Harrelson, Elizabeth Banks, Lenny Lravitz, Stanley Tucci, Donald Sutherland and Willow Shields.

Black Mass (2015) Premieres Saturday, March 11 at 9pm on Warner TV In 1970s South Boston, FBI Agent John Connolly persuades Irish mobster James "Whitey" Bulger to collaborate with the FBI and eliminate a common enemy: the Italian mob. The drama tells the true story of this unholy alliance, which spiralled out of control, allowing Whitey to evade law enforcement, consolidate power, and become one of the most ruthless and powerful gangsters in Boston history. Stars Johnny Depp, Joel Edgerton, Benedict Cumberbatch, Rory Cochrane, Jesse Plemons, Kevin Bacon, Peter Sarsgaard, Adam Scott, Dakota Johnson and Corey Stoll.

War Dogs (2016) Premieres Saturday, March 18 at 9pm on Warner TV Follow two Miami stoners who exploit a little-known government initiative during the Iraq War that allows small businesses to bid on U.S. Military contracts. Starting small, they begin raking in big money and are soon living the high life. But the pair gets in over their heads when they land a $300 million deal to arm the Afghan Military - a deal that puts them in business with some very shady people, not the least of which turns out to be the U.S. Government. Stars Jonah Hill, Miles Teller, Ana de Armas, Eddie Jemison and Bradley Cooper.

 

Adventures on Cartoon Network, Cartoonito on Boomerang and HBO GO

The Heroic Quest of the Valiant Prince Ivandoe Season 2 Every weekend this March from Saturday, March 4 at 12.30pm on Cartoon Network In Chapter 2: Journey to the Forest of Outlaws, follow as Prince Ivandoe ventures into a rogue state, home to outlaws, pickpockets, forgers, swindlers, and thieves from all The Five Kingdoms. Episodes include The Prince and The Feast of the Fopdoodles, The Prince and The Wise Wizard of Wisdomand The Prince and the Playdate.

Cartoonito Playdate Every weekend this March from Saturday, March 4 at 9am on Cartoonito on Boomerang  Boomerang is extending a big welcome to their latest addition, Cartoonito. Cartoonito offers a modern approach to preschool programming, built to support each child’s unique potential with its educational framework called “Human Centric Learning”. Head over to Cartoonito on Boomerang to enjoy a Playdate with brand new episodes of Batwheels, Mecha Builder, Bugs Bunny Builders and Tangranimals.

Teen Titans Go! - Raven vs Starfire Premieres Wednesday, March 8 at 10:30am and every weekend in March, at 11:30am on Cartoon Network and HBO GO Join in on an epic three-hour marathon of Raven vs Starfire episodes on March 8. Then, come back on the weekends for more adventure with the duo and catch Raven and Starfire with the rest of the gang in Teen Titans Go! with back-to-back episodes on HBO GO from March 16.

Greatest of All Toons Marathon All week from Monday, March 13 at 1pm to Sunday, March 19 on Cartoon Network Can’t get enough of your favourite Cartoon Network shows? Tune in to our special week-long marathon and catch The Amazing World of Gumball, Adventure Time, Ninjago: Master of Spinjitzu, Teen Titans Go!, Mechamato, We Baby Bears and Mr Bean: The Animated Series.

LEGO DC Shazam: Magic and Monsters Premieres Thursday, March 16 at 3pm on Cartoon Network Catch LEGO DC Shazam: Magic and Monsters movie this March. 10-year-old Billy Batson transforms into an adult superhero, Shazam! While fighting off the evil Mr. Mind and Black Adam, Billy learns that he must trust others.

Bugs Bunny Builders Season 1 New episodes on Saturday, March 18 and Sunday, March 19 at 9am on Cartoonito on Boomerang and on HBO GO  Join Bugs, Lola, Daffy, Porky and Tweety as they use their wacky vehicles to take on the looniest builds ever. Along the way, they'll learn valuable lessons and how to never give up because The Looney Builders always get the job done.

50/50 Heroes Premieres Sunday, March 19 at 1pm on Cartoon Network Half-Brother, Half-Sister, Half-Superheroes! Mo and Sam have inherited some powers from their great-great-great-grandma. But, being half-siblings, they're going to have to share these powers right down the middle. These two "sorta superheroes" run half as fast, turn half invisible, and shoot threads half as far! No latex suits for these heroes, and no missions to save the world. All Mo and Sam have to do is make their daily lives as kids half-livable. Join in the fun as this super modern family mixes superpowers and everyday life.

 

Channel numbers for your reference:

·       Cartoon Network: Cignal: Ch. 74 (SD), Ch. 220 (HD), Sky Cable: Ch. 43 (SD), Ch. 178 (HD)

·       Boomerang: Cignal: Ch. 76, Sky Cable: Ch. 42

·       Warner TV: Cignal Ch. 235 and Sky Cable Ch. 34 (SD) and Ch. 197 (HD)

·       HBO: Cignal: Ch. 53 (SD), Ch. 210 (HD), Sky Cable: Ch. 54 (SD) and Ch. 168 (HD)

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