TikTok and Conservation International joined together to #SaveOurOceans



  • TikTok partners with Conservation International globally to address marine plastic pollution and to protect our oceans for a better future 
  • TikTok is donating up to $100,000 to help save 3,000 square kilometers of ocean 
  • Help save the oceans with celebrity Shailene Woodley together with local creators including Chierald Tan by joining #SaveOurOceans challenge 
TikTok, the leading destination for short-form mobile video, has partnered with Conservation International, to launch the #SaveOurOceans challenge. Conservation International works around the world to protect oceans and marine ecosystems – and the people whose lives and livelihoods depend on them.

The challenge spotlights the critical role of the world's oceans and what we can do to protect them for future generations. 

As a platform for creativity, TikTok users can show their support for ocean conservation through their short videos and raise awareness to protect our oceans for a better future. 

From August 26 to September 9, TikTok users can apply an ocean effect that lets them virtually "clean plastic" out of the ocean. For every video uploaded with the hashtag #SaveOurOceans, TikTok will donate $2 to Conservation International to help save 3,000 square kilometers of ocean (up to $100,000). #SaveOurOceans is a global campaign and users from countries and regions including: the US, the UK, France, Spain, Italy, the Netherlands, India, Japan, Hong Kong, Macau, Taiwan, Malaysia, Indonesia, Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam, the Philippines, Turkey, MENA, South Africa, Brazil, Mexico, Colombia, Argentina and Chile can participate.

The ocean has a message for you: http://vm.tiktok.com/YYG4eu/


Join Shailene Woodley, Chierald Tan and TikTok creators around the globe to help #SaveOurOceans


Shailene Woodley's video




Cbierald Tan's video


The ocean-themed challenge comes at a time when the world is grappling with a global plastic pollution situation. The UN estimates that the ingestion of plastic kills 1 million marine birds and 100,000 marine animals each year. Scientists predict that the weight of ocean plastics will exceed the combined weight of all of the fish in the seas by 2050.
“TikTok's global community allows users to showcase and enjoy creative, everyday moments through video. We’re thrilled to partner with Conservation International on the #SaveOurOceans challenge, which empowers our community to creatively show their commitment to clean oceans and raise awareness for the importance of protecting a global resource,” said Bryan Thoensen, Head of Content Partnerships, TikTok.  

"By 2050, there will be more plastic than fish in the world’s oceans. TikTok offers an imaginative platform that has the power to both educate and inspire users to take action. That's why we are partnering with TikTok and its global communities to address one of the world’s most pressing environmental challenges and together, inspire a creative, call to action around protecting our oceans for a better future," said Conservation International Chief Marketing Officer Anastasia Khoo. 

Help protect our oceans, one TikTok video at a time. Download or open the TikTok app and show how you help #SaveOurOceans. 






About TikTok
TikTok is the leading destination for short-form mobile video. Our mission is to inspire and enrich people’s lives by offering a home for creative expression and an experience that is genuine, joyful, and positive. TikTok has global offices including Los Angeles, New York, London, Paris, Berlin, Dubai, Mumbai, Singapore, Jakarta, Seoul, and Tokyo. www.tiktok.com.

About Conservation International
Conservation International uses science, policy and partnerships to protect the nature that people rely on for food, fresh water and livelihoods. Founded in 1987, Conservation International works in more than 30 countries on six continents to ensure a healthy, prosperous planet that supports us all. Learn more about Conservation International, the groundbreaking  "Nature Is Speaking" campaign and its series of virtual reality projects: “Drop in the Ocean”, "My Africa", “Under the Canopy" and "Valen's Reef". Follow Conservation International's work on our Human Nature blog, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube.







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Gloc-9, Chito Miranda, and Shanti Dope Drop Surprise Track "Pati Pato"




All the stars have aligned with the surprise drop of PATI PATO, the much-awaited collaboration of  OPM's stellar artists Shanti Dope, Gloc-9, and Chito Miranda (of Parokya ni Edgar)!

This all-star collab shows off the insane amount of talent that Pinoys have come to love through an upbeat banger that manages to contain both the grit of the daily grind, and the uplifting message of pursuing your passions and unleashing your ambitions no matter what.

https://youtu.be/5dwfLtd3A5c

All three artists personify their struggles in life and career in each of their verses, and are also joined by Gloc and Shanti's producer DJ Klumcee in the chorus.

Gloc, Chito and Shanti first came together in February when they performed the classic rap track "Bagsakan" (a song originated by Gloc and Chito, together with Rap Legend Francis Magalona) during an event in UP. 




With its undeniable power, fans of OPM are bound to enjoy Pati Pato, which is already on its way to become the next classic.

Pati Pato is now available for streaming on Spotify, Apple Music, Deezer, and Amazon Music under Universal Records.



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Naks! Luis Manzano Lives His Best Digital Life

PLDT welcomes the TV-host actor to the Home WiFi Family


Whether on- or off-screen, Luis Manzano is a master of quick-witted and hilarious antics. But there is more to this talented TV personality than most people know. 

In the showbiz realm, Luis has managed to carve a name for himself and established a career as a top-rating TV game show host and versatile actor. Known for his sense of humor and rapport with the audience, he has always been passionate about making real and personal connections with people.  

“It’s honestly about making people happy. It’s what keeps me inspired in this industry. It’s a different kind of fulfillment when you know that you make an impact to someone’s life. On my social media pages, napakaraming nag-co-comment sakin na ‘Hello Luis, OFW ako. Sobrang homesick ako. Kaya pagkatapos ko ng trabaho, ginagawa ko tumitingin agad ako sa page mo para tawa kami nang tawa ng mga kasama ko dito.’ In that brief moment, you’re able to make them smile despite the difficulties they’re going through. These small things create a big picture in my life,” Luis said. 

Career journey

Being a son of showbiz royalties, Luis is certainly no stranger to the entertainment industry. He started his career as a MYX VJ in 2001 and has since hosted several well-loved game and talent shows on his home network. His acting portfolio includes box-office hits where he gets to showcase his natural flair for comedy, and occasionally, drama. Notably, he played the role of a gay son who had to deal with an overbearing mother (played by his own mother) in 2009’s In My Life.

While it’s easy to assume that it was an easy journey for Luis, it was the other way around. He shares, “People believed that it was easy and that doors were automatically open for me because of my parents. But my mom gave me a valuable advice when I was starting in showbiz. She said, ‘Anak, napakadaling sumikat. But the best thing that you can do for me in the industry is to strive for longevity.’ And this is where I am after 16 years.”

His very first hosting stint at ABS-CBN’s music channel, Myx, is still Luis’ most memorable project. Reminiscing his favorite moments with Myx and the opportunities that opened up after, Luis exclaimed, “NAKS talaga yun! Ang daming NAKS moments in my career including the game shows that I hosted.”

For Luis, connecting and interacting with people through hosting is more than a job. It’s his passion. “I love the beauty of conversations. It’s priceless,” he said. 

After more than a decade in the industry – Luis continues to strive for success. He concluded, “In every journey, you have your ups and downs. But at the end of the day, it’s more than worth it.”

Successful entrepreneur

Luis is also a savvy entrepreneur who has been running his own transportation line for over a decade now, and more recently, has started a new scent company.

“With my first few businesses, I wanted to play on a need,” he shared. “My whole understanding of business is that you get to maximize things if you work on needs. Everyone needs to get from point A to point B.”

Despite his busy schedule, Luis gets to personally manage and be on top of his businesses. “I am involved in the daily operations of my businesses. That’s why I’m always online. Even at home, I have to be online. From something as simple as checking the security cameras in the office to keeping tabs on my secretary and drivers.”

Luis also gets private messages on his social media accounts for his businesses. “I’m the most accessible for the customers. Whenever they send me a direct message on Instagram or Facebook messenger praising my businesses, pinapadala ko agad ‘yun sa office because these things can help and lift the mood of my staff. ‘Yung something as simple na, ‘Boss Luis, your driver is very courteous and respectful, hinintay niya kami and didn’t give us any problems…’ I forward these messages to the office. At the same time, if someone sends an incident report, I act on it immediately. Our customers know that we act on things and don’t just sweep issues under the rug. Lahat ng ‘yan tinututukan ko.”

Living his best digital life

Luis was recently launched as a brand ambassador for PLDT Home WiFi, a home internet device that can be loaded with family-sized prepaid data packs.

It’s a role that reflects his own digitally active lifestyle. As an entrepreneur and a celebrity, he understands the impact of his online presence for his business and followers. He explains, “I’m online most time of the day. I take care of a lot of things and being online helps me on my daily tasks.”

He adds, “I always have to be online. Minsan iniisip natin na we’re too addicted to the internet. Or it takes us away from the real meaning of life. It’s part and parcel of how we live now. It’s how we balance everything. Para sa akin, nothing beats a really good, stable and fast connection.”

When he’s not taking care of business, he’s likely playing his favorite console game or geeking out online. “I’m always reading about nutrition, diving, fitness, a bit of general knowledge, anything trivial. I’m a proud nerd,” he quipped.

For Luis, being able to share internet connectivity is crucial to nurturing relationships in this digital age. He added, “It’s as simple as when you step out, when you converse, when you talk to your family and you go, ‘O, have you seen this?’ or ‘O, napanood ko rin yan!’ It’s sharing the impact of the actual ‘connection.’”

Educational empowerment 

As an advocate of life-long learning, Luis also sees the value of home internet in empowering school-age children. After all, nothing beats convenience and access to information coupled with proper parental guidance. 

In this age of digitally savvy kids where almost everyone has access to online information, it is crucial to keep up and gain that competitive edge so they can stand out. 

“Imagine, now you can have online research and group meetings for projects. And if you need extra help for a lesson, pwede kang mag-search online for video tutorials,” he explained. “Tapos kapag nag-re-review for an exam, pwede ka na ring mag-practice tests online. It’s easier now for both parents and kids to excel and achieve their goals because of easy access to information.”

His advice? Keep learning every chance you get. 

“I am happy that PLDT Home makes internet more accessible to Filipino homes through their prepaid offering. Let’s make the world a better place by encouraging more Filipinos to stay connected and be digitally-informed,” Luis concluded. “Let’s all progress at the same time. The best way to get started is by having reliable internet connection at home.”

Naks, daming data!

In its latest TVC, PLDT Home WiFi features the importance of internet connection especially for families with schoolchildren by highlighting the expression, “Naks, Daming alam! Dami kasing data!” Previously used as a retort, the phrase “Naks, daming alam!” has now become an expression for praise and admiration. Luis shares, “It’s one of the biggest compliments. Kapag sinabi sa akin, ‘Naks, daming alam,’ well thank you very much! That’s because I read and have access to reliable internet connection to research and learn more about the world.”

There is so much to learn online and just like Luis, families can enjoy the perks of easy access to high-speed and reliable internet from PLDT Home WiFi, powered by the country’s fastest LTE from Smart. 

The new PLDT Home WiFi is now available in more areas around the country. For a one-time payment of only P1,995, customers can buy this device at all PLDT Stores and retailers, SM branches nationwide, and authorized dealers. It already comes with free 10GB of data valid for seven days. Because it is prepaid, families do not have to worry about lock-in periods, monthly bills or bill shock from uncontrolled data usage. 

For only P199, families can already avail of FAMLOAD 199 which offers up to 12GB of data, valid for seven days. FamLoad data packages are conveniently available in authorized PLDT and Smart retailers, nearby sari-sari stores, telco tiangge stalls, and now, in 7-Eleven branches nationwide.

Watch PLDT Home WiFi’s latest TVC here or visit pldthome.com for more information. 


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Get ready to sing your heart out as Megasound Smart PRO launches in the Philippines!

Belt out your favorite tunes and have fun bonding with family and friends over videoke as Digital Focus Unlimited Incorporated has now included Megasound Smart Pro to its roster of premium brands. 

Established in 2013, Digital Focus Unlimited Incorporated is focused in only offering unique, quality, and technology-driven audio-video products that will perfectly complement their clients’ lifestyle. 

Given that Filipinos love to sing and enjoy doing even more when surrounded by family and friends, Megasound Smart Pro offers a lot of nice products that are sure to be a big hit at any party. 

Backed by Korean technology, these new Megasound Smart Pro products don’t just guarantee endless fun but great quality as well.  It comes with over 18,000 built-in English and OPM songs and up to 2 years free song updates. 

Here’s a look at three of their specialty videoke systems that are now available in the Philippines.

MEGASOUND EXODUS HDD SMART PROFESSIONAL VIDEOKE 
A Smart Videoke Player with a mobile karaoke app for effortless song search and remote function capabilities with over 18,000 high quality built-in OPM and English songs and more than 50,000 International songs. With a built-in 1 terabyte Hard Disk Drive, the exodus contains a library of music videos and movies that the users may enjoy while on a karaoke break.  The Exodus features a system that allows users to record songs that can be saved directly on their smartphones or to USB.  It also allows users to connect to WIFI and turn their television into a Smart TV through built-in apps (Youtube, Netflix, Chrome) for unlimited fun and entertainment.  This high-end karaoke system comes with an advanced processor that delivers clear and crisp sound for both Midi and MP3 based songs without distortion to deliver higher bit-rates than any other brands. 






MEGASOUND COLOSSEUM WIRELESS PORTABLE SMART PROFESSIONAL VIDEOKE
The Colosseum high-end smart portable videoke uses the same mobile karaoke app for effortless song search and remote function capabilities. It synchronizes the more than 18,000 high quality built-in OPM and English songs via Bluetooth technology. The Colosseum comes equipped with two built-in UHF wireless microphones with full remote functions and two more microphone inputs to allow groups of people to sing together. The Colosseum also allows users to record their favorite songs in their own voice, in high quality 128kbps audio quality via USB.







MEGASOUND ARRAY SD SMART PROFESSIONAL VIDEOKE
The ARRAY is the newest addition to the premium smart videoke machines for more discerning users who want a more professional, modern, and memorable singing experience.  It comes with more than 18,000 high quality built-in OPM and English songs that can be synchronized with the mobile karaoke app via Bluetooth technology for effortless song search and remote function capabilities. The Array also allows users to record their favorite songs in their own voice, in high quality 128kbps audio quality via USB.







Jonathan Fabian, president of Digital Focus Unlimited Inc. said “We are very pleased to welcome the premium Megasound line to the Digital Focus family and are excited for us Filipinos who are known all over the world for our love for singing, to experience this wonderful new line with the most number of built-in songs to enjoy that allows everyone to simply use a downloadable app on their mobile devices to control the videoke machines - from song choice to microphone and sound controls.”

For more information on the new Megasound line distributed by Digital Focus Unlimited, Inc., you may check out their website at www. megasoundvideoke.com or visit their Facebook Page (www.facebook.com/SmartProVideoke), Twitter Page (@MegasoundV), Instagram Account (@megasoundvideoke), or YouTube Channel (Megasound Videoke).

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The unstoppable San Jose Del Monte continues to rise up!

The hardworking and multi-awarded Mayor Arthur Robes and Congresswoman Florida "Rida" Robes of San Jose Del Monte City 

Before, when people say the place San Jose Del Monte, most especially this particular location called Sapang Palay, the common notion would be... it is a relocation site. It is a place where different people from different cities or nearby towns in the Metro dwell. These informal settlers began their new life in these so-called "relocation sites" making San Jose Del Monte's local government to cope up with this situation.

But that was before... if you will be visiting or passing by through SJDM today, (which we did), you can see an absolute and drastic change in its local industry, be it a business, government office, schools, hospitals, different establishments, and the like. You will be able to see road widenings, roas construction, re-constructions, innovations, big and small investments, modern facilities and modernized infrastructures and machineries... all these contibute to SAN JOSE DEL MONTE as "THE RISING CITY." 

Kudos to the very passionate, optimistic, industrious and diligent tandem of #TeamRobes who are SJDM City's Mayor Art Robes and Congresswoman Rida Robes. We were given this rare and great opportunity to ttalk to the beauteous couple and have a tour with them around the Sapang Palay CDRRMO (City Disaster Risk Reduction & Management Office). 



First, let us all learn the brief background of SJDM: 


The City of San Jose del Monte (SJDM) comprises 59 barangays and encompasses a total land area of 10,553 hectares (based on data from the Land Management Bureau). The Local Government Unit (LGU), however, claims an actual territorial area of 31,294 hectares which include disputed land areas with adjacent municipalities. Based on the National Statistics Office Survey, SJDM registered a population of 315,807 in 2000.
Located at the northeast periphery of Metro Manila, the City is bounded by the Bulacan municipalities of Marilao and Santa Maria on the west, and Norzagaray on the north. Quezon province lies to its east, Rizal Province to its southeast and Kalookan City to its south. Quirino Highway serves as the main road which allows SJDM access to Norzagaray on the north and Kalookan City on the south. The City is likewise accessible from Santa Maria on its west via the Santa Maria-Tungkong Mangga Provincial Road.
SJDM was proclaimed the first City of Bulacan on 10 September 2000. In the Provincial Physical Framework Plan for 1998 to 2007, about one third of the City is proposed as an Urban Expansion Area. This same area lies along the Norzagaray-SJDM Growth Corridor, one of the three growth corridors proposed for the province of Bulacan.



For the tour, our first stop was the 1st LGU-operated Veterinary Hospital 




Watch this video about our tour in their Veterinary Hospital and Command Center 






Mayor Art Robes and Congresswoman Rida Robes talk about this modernized Command Center with 911 feature 


Mayor Art Robes talks about the Wing Van 

State of the Art "Wing Van" 







In this video, you'll be able to learn more about the "Wing Van," the CDRRMO and the upcoming SJDM Convention Center.




The"One-Stop-Shop" BPLO 




According to Ms. Garcia, the processing of Business permit was reduced from 11 steps down to 3 steps only and you'll be able to transact for a short period of time ... like 25 minutes . It's such an ease, right? No wonder the SJDM local industry continues to really rise up!!! 


For more details, watch this: 










Tanglawan Festival was successfully launched in 2016 during the 16th City Anniversary Celebration of the City of San Jose del Monte, Bulacan, headed by the City Mayor, Honorable Arturo B. Robes and Congresswoman Honorable Florida P. Robes in cooperation with the City Government employees, Barangay Officials and Civic Society Organizations.
The Honorable Congresswoman envisions the Rising City of San Jose del Monte to serve as Beacon to the San Joseños, bringing about economic development and opportunities to the City to uplift the lives of every San Joseños.

 This year, the "Tanglawan Festival" is set to happen from September 1-10 and here's their official schedule of events for 2019. 



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