Ballet Manila re-stages “Don Quixote”, showcasing the dance company’s strength in classical ballet

Relive the adventure and romance of one of the most beloved performances in classical ballet as Ballet Manila re-stages “Don Quixote”, showcasing the dance company’s strength in classical ballet at its highest standards. The shows will be on May 27, 2023, at 8 PM and May 28, 2023, at 5 PM at the Aliw Theater in Pasay City.

"The challenges that Ballet Manila has faced these past years have proven our grit and resilience in the face of adversity, which I believe is relatable with Don Quixote's burning passion, the love for adventure and challenges to prove oneself. It also fills me with so much excitement to showcase our edge in classical ballet once again as a dance company with the return of Don Quixote this year," said Macuja Elizalde. 

Embodying the Hispanic spirit of Don Quixote’s epic tale is American danseur and a rising star of San Francisco Ballet Esteban Hernandez, who will fly into Manila to perform as Basilio, Kitri’s love interest. Hernandez is fast gaining recognition in the international ballet scene. He joined San Francisco Ballet in 2013, was promoted as a soloist in 2017 and principal dancer in 2019.

One of the most notable feats of San Francisco’s rising star was his performance at Gala Despertares in Mexico City, which was produced by Soul Arts Productions, owned by Esteban and his brother, Isaac Hernandez. He has also received multiple accolades including the Latino Spirit Award from the California Latino Legislative Caucus for achievements in the performing arts held at Sacramento, California, He is also a recipient of the Jerome Robbins Foundation Award and gold medals at the Youth America Grand Prix and was named one of the Top 100 Most Influential People in Mexico.

The iconic role of Kitri, on the other hand, will be performed by Ballet Manila’s principal dancer, Jasmine Pia Dames, who is also a Gawad Buhay 2015 awardee as Best Featured Female in Classical Ballet for her role in Romeo and Juliet. Interestingly, her twin sister Jessica Pearl portrayed the same role in the modern iteration of the same story directed by Martin Lawrance in February, which is also part of the 25^th season performance. 

“The role of Kitri has always been one of my favorite ballerina roles. As a mentor and director, it brings me great joy to see Ballet Manila’s future Kitris embody the grace, strength, and passion that this role demands,” said Lisa Macuja-Elizalde, Artistic Director of Ballet Manila. “We see this as an opportunity to showcase the depth of talent in our company,” she adds.

Don Quixote is part of Ballet Manila's 25th season performance on its 27th year which was kicked off by Martin Lawrance’s very Filipino and contemporary take on Romeo and Juliet in February. 

To purchase tickets, visit www.ticketworld.com.ph, or call 8891 9999. 

For more information about Ballet Manila and its upcoming shows, visit www.balletmanila.com.ph.

Nature’s Bounty is launching five supplements in the Philippines that are non-GMO and contain no artificial flavors, colors, and sweetener

It is true that many people have become more conscious about their health and wellness since the COVID-19 pandemic began. Surveys have shown that people are making lifestyle changes such as eating healthier, exercising more, and prioritizing sleep as a way to boost their overall well-being.

However, factors like a busy schedule and the many stresses of life can make one’s journey to wellness challenging. Adding supplements to your daily routine can greatly help in providing the essential vitamins and minerals that your body needs to be at its best everyday. 

Embrace a healthier you by getting more from your supplements with Nature’s Bounty, the #1 brand in USA Mass Pharmacies*. For 50 years, it has been a trusted partner by people around the world in making better choices for their health. Nature’s Bounty uses the latest science and finest ingredients to create high quality and affordable products that do more to enhance your wellness routine.

 

To enable more Filipinos to Live Bountifully, Nature’s Bounty is launching five supplements in the Philippines that are non-GMO and contain no artificial flavors, colors, and sweeteners.

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Fish Oil

Take care of your heart better with Fish Oil that contains omega-3 fatty acids EPA and DHA, which help support the health of the cardiovascular system. Omega-3 fatty acids are considered “good” fats that aid in maintaining triglyceride levels within a normal range and reducing risk of coronary heart disease.

 

Nature’s Bounty Fish Oil is odorless and enteric coated to minimize fishy burps, and is purified to eliminate mercury so you get only the purest ingredients.

 

Ginkgo Biloba Extract

Ginkgo Biloba Extract can help you achieve a sharper mind and memory by supporting effective brain function and mental alertness and addressing mild memory impairments associated with aging. Nature’s Bounty Ginkgo Biloba comes in easy-to-swallow capsules that are convenient to take daily.

 

Melatonin

Whether you’re experiencing occasional sleeplessness or just want to improve your quality of rest, Melatonin helps promote a tranquil sleep so you can wake up feeling refreshed, revitalized, and ready for the day. Melatonin–often referred to as the “sleep hormone”–helps you fall asleep faster and stay asleep longer. Nature’s Bounty Quick Dissolve Melatonin comes in a natural cherry flavor with no artificial ingredients.

 

L-Carnitine

Look good and feel good with L-Carnitine that assists in boosting the body’s fat metabolism and supports heart health. L-Carnitine also plays an essential role in making fatty acids available for muscle tissue, which improves exercise performance and recovery. Nature’s Bounty L-Carnitine is laboratory tested and guarantees quality so you can get more from your supplements.

 

L-Arginine

L-Arginine supports healthy blood flow, vascular function, wound healing and heart health. L-Arginine is one of 20 amino acids that help the body build protein, which is vital in repairing cells and making new ones. Nature’s Bounty L-Arginine is available in a 1000mg 30 count bottle. 

(L-R) Thessa Cadiz, Dr. Jimmy Bautista, Medical & Scientific Affairs Manager - Nestle Health Science; Moe Javier, Marketing Lead - Nestle Health Science answer question from the media during the Nature’s Bounty media launch. 

These five products were officially launched during the Nature’s Bounty Wellness Brunch held last April 14, 2023 at The Henry Hotel, Pasay City. Influencers and members of the media were invited to the launch event where they got to reconnect with nature and their bodies through a yoga session led by Yoga Manila, and learn more about Nature’s Bounty products and their health benefits from Dr. Jimmy Bautista, Medical & Scientific Affairs Manager of Nestle Health Science; and Moe Javier, Marketing Lead of Nestle Health Science

 

At Nature’s Bounty, we’re serious about supporting your health through our products that are backed by science. We want more for our consumers, which is why we never settle when it comes to making wellness solutions that work harder and are formulated to be stronger and protect you longer,” said [NB/Nestle Health Science rep].

 

Nature’s Bounty products are available at Mercury Drug, South Star Drug, and Rose Pharmacy stores nationwide, and on Nestle Health Science’s official Lazada and Shopee stores. Visit Nature’s Bounty’s website to know more.

P&G Philippines celebrates 2023 Sustainability Summit

Procter & Gamble (P&G) Philippines encouraged employees to participate in the company’s sustainability efforts towards achieving their Ambition 2030 and Net Zero 2040 goals during their annual Sustainability Summit held last April 27 at the Manila General Office and Cabuyao Plant. 

 

Since the company declared its global Ambition 2030 and Net Zero 2040 commitments, P&G Philippines has strengthened its sustainability efforts across its business operations to minimize their greenhouse gas emissions and waste footprint, create products that make responsible consumption irresistible for people everywhere, and innovate with the best and safest ingredients from both science and nature. 

 

P&G Philippines President and General Manager, Raffy Fajardo, highlighted their constant integration of sustainability practices into brand innovations, supply chain operations, and employee engagement. These include their employee-led Project LESS program for waste reduction solutions in P&G’s in-store and online retailing operations and their recently-concluded mangrove tree planting in Batangas, among others. Leaders from P&G’s Cabuyao Plant also discussed their deliberate recycling efforts as a zero-manufacturing waste-to-landfill plant. 

P&G Philippines President and General Manager, Raffy Fajardo (top photo) and Communications Director, Anna Legarda (bottom photo) discussing P&G’s Ambition 2030 commitments.

 

Besides these ongoing initiatives, forward-moving plans to achieve net zero emissions by 2040 are already in the works. P&G Philippines Communications Director, Anna Legarda, also touched on enabling responsible consumption for consumers and shoppers. The goals intentionally design for more sustainable operations across the full product journey, from its sourcing and manufacturing all the way to its use by end consumers and end of life disposal.

 

Environmental sustainability and responsible consumption for consumers are the cornerstones of the way P&G does its business, from raw material sourcing to supply chain, to retail operations, and even to workplace policy and culture. With the goal of creating a nature-positive future, P&G is continuously developing and implementing sustainable solutions throughout its operations, investments, and partnerships. 

Run your way towards good health with Watsons Race for Wellness in Cebu!

Run your way towards good health because running or jogging is the best cardio you can do. Join the Watsons Race for Wellness: The Beauty Adventure as the run goes to SM Seaside Cebu on May 27 at 4pm.

It will be a fun, colorful, and exciting event with lots of surprises and freebies for runners. For beauty enthusiast runners, get ready as you will pass through the giant beauty obstacles during the race. Runners will also get to pass through an inflatable tunnel with foam. There will be a party after the run with lots of Cebuano performers.

 

Register now at Race Roster.com and enjoy the fun run with your family, officemates, friends, or even with your partners. 

You can run in the 5K or 10K categories. Take advantage of the early bird discounts and pay only Php950 for the 5K event. The regular rate is Php1,000. For the 10K event, the early bird rate is Php1,100 while the regular rate is Php1,200. Each race kit includes a singlet, bib, finisher’s medal, and a loot bag.

 

To be updated with news, events, discounts, and perks, download the Watsons App now from Google Play Store, Apple Store or Huawei AppGallery.

“Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3,” now showing in cinemas!

Star-Lord and the crew go on one final mission to save one of their own in Marvel Studios’ “Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3,” now showing in Philippine cinemas!

In this much-awaited film, the galaxy’s beloved band of misfits are seen settling into their new home on planet Knowhere, when trouble suddenly arises by the ghosts of Rocket’s turbulent past. Still reeling from the loss of Gamora, Peter Quill must lead the crew and embark on a dangerous mission to save Rocket’s life. If not completed successfully, can potentially spell the end of the Guardians as we know it.

“Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3” stars Chris Pratt (Peter Quill/Star-Lord), Zoe Saldana (Gamora), Dave Bautista (Drax), Karen Gillan (Nebula), Pom Klementieff (Mantis), and features Vin Diesel (Groot), Bradley Cooper (Rocket), Sean Gunn (Kraglin), Chukwudi Iwuji (High Evolutionary), Will Poulter (Adam Warlock), and Maria Bakalova (Cosmo the Spacedog). The film is directed by James Gunn and produced by Kevin Feige, Louis D’Esposito, Victoria Alonso, Nikolas Korda, Simon Hatt, and Sara Smith.

Marvel fans can continue to immerse into life on Knowhere with the Official Guardians of the Galaxy Soundtrack on Spotify. TheGuardians of the Galaxy: The Official Mixtape features iconic artists like Radiohead, Florence + The Machine, Beastie Boys, Bruce Springsteen, and more! You can check out the full soundtrack on Spotify here.

Watch the Guardians have their “last ride” together in cinemas now. Check all the available showtimes here and book your tickets now!

Follow Marvel Studios Philippines on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube for the latest news and promos. Join the conversations online using #GotGVol3PH.

 

For images, access film stills and behind-the-scenes images here. Watch the latest and official trailer here.

HONOR, is going all out this 5.5 Sale on Lazada, Shopee, and TikTok

Leading smart devices provider in the Philippines, HONOR, is going all out this 5.5 Sale on Lazada, Shopee, and TikTok including the crowd-favorite HONOR X Series. Up to Php 2,000 worth of discounts are up for grabs with exciting bundles and FREE shipping nationwide.

“Now is the best time to reward yourself as we are throwing away our biggest discount to date. With our wide range of choices for smartphones, laptops, tablets, and accessories, there’s surely an HONOR device for whichever requirement you have,” said Stephen Cheng, HONOR Philippines Vice President.

Treat yourself with hot-selling HONOR gadgets this 5.5 Sale. From HONOR X9a 5G, X7a, X8a, X6, MagicBook X laptops, to HONOR Pad 8, you can get up to Php 1,500 discount when you shop on Shopee (https://bit.ly/3J1Zv5n) and TikTok Shop (https://bit.ly/3IMaizo) from May 4 to 7, 2023! And exclusively on Lazada (https://bit.ly/3VGu3OV), avail the 20% or up to Php 2,000 off HONOR X7 and X8 from May 5 to 9, 2023.

 

And until supplies last, you can also get amazing freebies for every purchase of select HONOR gadgets. Receive a FREE Magic Keyboard worth Php 5,990 when you buy an HONOR Pad 8 while you can get a FREE Premium HONOR bag worth Php 2,000 for every purchase of HONOR MagicBook X 14 or MagicBook X 15.

Wait, there’s more! You can also get HONOR Accessories for up to 50% off! HONOR Choice Earbuds will go from Php 1,590 to just Php 795 and HONOR X3 Lite Earbuds will only be at Php 2,000 from its original price of Php 3,990. HONOR Band 6 gets a big slash too, from Php 1,799 to just Php 999 all throughout the 5.5 Sale.

 

For more information and announcements, you may visit HONOR’s website www.hihonor.com or social media platforms: Facebook (Facebook.com/HonorPhilippines), Instagram (Instagram.com/honorphilippines/) and TikTok: (Tiktok.com/@honorphilippines). To check out HONOR’s complete list of retail stores, go to https://www.hihonor.com/ph/retailers/.

 

Protect yourself online by using strong, unique passwords for all of your accounts

The invention of passwords in the 1960s changed the digital world as we know it. Passwords are now an unconscious standard practice in our lives; from your first pet to the street you grew up on, they are deeply ingrained in our minds. Passwords today are the primary guardians of our privacy, personal data, and finances.

Despite this knowledge, passwords are often viewed complacently, even though simple, easy-to-guess passwords are insecure. Your dog’s name, spouse’s name, birthdate, and other words and phrases related to your life that are easily discoverable on your social media profiles are easy for attackers to discover.

While the onus of ensuring security and protecting data does lie on the companies that collect and store this data, there is quite a bit consumers can do on their end to secure their credentials. World Password Day 2023 is driven by the purpose of raising awareness about the importance of strong passwords and encouraging individuals and organizations to take steps to improve their password security. With the increasing prevalence of cyberattacks and data breaches, it is more important than ever to use strong and unique passwords to protect our online accounts and personal information.

Based on research, 91% of people know that using the same password on multiple accounts is a security risk, yet 66% continue to use the same password anyway. Steven Scheurmann, Regional Vice President for ASEAN at Palo Alto Networks, provides simple but effective measures to make passwords the primary guardian of your personal and professional 

●      Set guidelines for passwords that prevent password spraying: Ensure long passwords with a good mix of different character types—letters, numbers, and special characters. An 8-character password is easier to guess by a computer than a 16- or 24-character password.

●      Avoid vulnerable passwords that are easily guessed or already compromised. If you go and Google ‘commonly used passwords," you’ll see a list that any attacker uses when trying to guess passwords. If there is a default password on an internet-facing device or even internally. Change it ASAP!

●      Avoid reusing passwords: Everyone hates remembering passwords; some great options are using the passphrase options. We can use it to create unique passwords that are easy to remember. Be wary of password managers; several have been hit recently, and some of them multiple times. But they can also be an option.

●      Require password updates at set frequencies: This is a pain, but consider it the standard operating procedure for business risk reduction. It doesn’t take that long to do and helps secure the organization if a set of credentials is stolen or phished somehow.

●      Use multi-factor authentication methods: If a password is stolen or guessed, no matter how hard you’ve tried to be unique, having other methods to confirm it is you trying to get to a resource or a web service you use is vital. Many different cloud, security, and operating system vendors have a multi-factor authentication app that you can install on your phone to link to almost every website that supports it.

By taking these steps, individuals and organizations can help improve their password security and protect their online accounts and personal information. Learn more about how to create a stronger cybersecurity posture with an intelligent, automated, artificial intelligence (AI)-driven security operations center by checking out Palo Alto Networks’ World Password Day webinar.

JCI Manila has strengthened its support for cerebral palsy awareness by launching a three-series book

Premiere leadership development organization  that would help more people understand the condition and provide support for families of those born with it.

 

The three books, written by Kimberly Pauig and illustrated by Yvan Limson, were launched during a symposium hosted by JCI Manila at the San Andres Sports Complex. During the event, speakers discussed the Bobath method and developmental pediatrics pertaining to cerebral palsy.

 

JCI Manila has supported the advocacy for increased cerebral palsy awareness through its own Project-CPAG (Cerebral Palsy Awareness Group) under the Golden Heart initiative since 2015.

“The main objectives of this event are for CP warriors (patients) and their families to have access to relevant medical practices and practitioners through the publication of a book highlighting the Bobath Approach,” said Bobbit Castro, JCI-Manila CPAG Chairman.

 

The event attendees included 100 CP warriors and their families, partner institutions The Vanguard Academy and Metropolitan Medical Center, students from the University of Perpetual Help, Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila, and Universidad de Manila, and JCI Manila officers and members.

Bobbit Castro, JCI Manila Project CPAG Chairman

 

The symposium was a Discussion on the Bobathapproach. Bobath is a physiotherapy treatment that aims to improve movement and mobility in patients with damage to their central nervous system (brain and spinal cord). Many physiotherapists use Bobath in the rehabilitation of patients with cerebral palsy.

 

For the symposium, the panelists were Dr. Pablo Beleen, a renowned international specialist in treating cerebral palsy and pediatric rehabilitation; and Dr. Alexis De Leon Reyes,  a pioneering developmental and behavioral pediatrician.

 

JCI Manila is launching the easy-read three-series book in collaboration with Dr. Pablo Beleen, a renowned international specialist in the treatment of cerebral palsy and pediatric rehabilitation, and CP Cares, an empowered CP community composed of patients (CP Warriors) and their families.

The first book, Ang Kapa ni Rafa, focuses on raising awareness about cerebral palsy and showcases the daily life of a patient. The second book Bakit Mahilig sa Dagat si Nanay? is told from the perspective of the families of patients while the third one, Pupunta sa Dagat si Rafa,  narrates how it takes a village and a lot of compassion to help provide the best life cerebral palsy patients can have.

 

The CP Warriors and their families got to listen to experts talk about CP, developmental and behavioral pediatrics, and meet other families who are going through the same situation. After that, they visited the Manila Zoo.

 

“We’d like to thank JCI Manila and our panelist doctors for doing this in the City of Manila. Increased awareness about cerebral palsy is very important because it helps improve the quality of life of our CP warriors,” said Manila Vice Mayor Yul Servo Nieto.

 

The event was presented by JCI Manila with the City of Manila, One Manila Organization,  Office of Honorable Vice Mayor Yul Servo Nieto, PalawanPay, Sonera Industrial Group Inc., Royalty88manufacturing, Ricoh Philippines, Armed Forces of the Philippines Health Service Command, Jump Prosthetics and Orthotics Services Co., mWell Philippines, The Generics Pharmacy, Bulul Brewery, Ronald McDonald House Charities, Bright Resource Hospital and Diagnostic Solutions, Biomed Medical Distributors, Uniland Medical Supplies Trading, Nutriasia, Global Procurment Inc., Oxford Distributions, Inc., and Jollibee Foods Corporation.