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Banking has never been this cool with UnionBank's fully digital bank - The Ark. Located at Insular Life Building in Makati, the Ark promises to address common pain points in banking such as long ques, getting a number before being attended to, spending a lot of time in the bank which could have been used in, otherwise, more productive endeavors.

If you are a fan of The Rolling Stones, Run DMC, and David Bowie, you're in luck! You can now have them part of your style as Oxygen launched last Saturday, November 25, 2017, an ultimate 80's throwback through their newest line of licensed music merchandise at SM Mega Fashion Hall.

If you have been following my blog, you already know that I live near Bonifacio Global City. Not in, but near, so I get to enjoy some of its perks like instagramable locations, walking distance restaurants, and health friendly tracks, which I seldom use. But after attending Golden Fiesta's Heart Healthy camp last November 26, I may have to consider burning up some buns.

Ortigas Malls are really stepping up their game this holiday season. Because aside from having the first in the Philippines Christmas musical light tunnel, they now have "The Vast Imaginarium", a Christmas installation like no other.

It's kind of annoying when you brought your eco-bag to the grocery only to realize that not all your purchase can fit in. And as since you no longer want to use plastic, you'll opt to buy another eco-bag. Come another grocery day and yep, you buy another bag because the other one is torn out already. This has been my dilemma when doing my grocery. I know it's kinda lame, but who are you to judge me? LOL! Good thing, SM just launched its much bigger, stronger, and better SM Greenbag. With the new limited edition greenbag, shoppers can now worry less and carry more items when they shop with their SM Greenbag. Instead of toting around single-use throw-away bags, the sturdy limited-edition Greenbag will help you gather all your shopping and belongings easily. And with its new red and green style, you’ll look a lot more fashionable when you shop too! It is the eco-friendly choice that can be quickly incorporated into our everyday life with minimal effort.

If only I knew a magic trick to escape Manila's traffic jam. SIGH! That's exactly what goes through my head while I'm on my way to a press conference of the much-awaited magic show on earth - IMPOSSIBLE. I was unbelievably stuck in traffic for 2 hours and knew that there's nothing left for me to cover. I feel like strangling kuya driver to death for changing his route because "traffic nga daw". To cut it short, I arrived at the venue not meeting "Magical Bones". Yep, that's his name! Magical Bones is one the magicians whom we will meet on December 23 at Araneta Coliseum, that is if you already have your ticket to their show which is IMPOSSIBLE.

Marvel’s ragtag band of teenage superheroes battle angst, hormones, abuse and (quite literally) their parents, in HOOQ’s latest same day telecast offering

Loud music and colorful lights reminds me of my childhood. I felt the same atmosphere when I attended the Nips Pop Fest at Market! Market! Center in Taguig City. The event was filled with fun activities. Mall-goers was able to show their talents on music video booth, decorate their own mason jar using Nips candy, and express their artsy side on designing their own shirt booth.

In a fast-paced world, who would want to stand in a hassle long lines just to pay your bills? I mean, It's so inconvenient and time-consuming waiting for your number to be called. Well, worry no more, because TouchPay is the answer to your dilemma. 

Huawei Technologies Philippines Inc. and World Cyber Arena successfully staged in Bonifacio High Street the first e-sports DOTA2 game in the area to promote Huawei VIDPlus and Huawei Nova2i.

Get ready to be starstruck on November 26, Sunday, when celebrity hotties engage health buffs in a holistic fitness program on the second leg of Golden Fiesta’s Heart Healthy Camp. To be held at Track 30th in Bonifacio Global City, Taguig, the Heart Healthy Camp will feature high-profile ‘fitspirations’ who will take time off from their packed schedules to sweat it out with camp participants. Power couple Solenn Heussaff and Nico Bolzico of the wildly popular ‘hubby vs. wifezilla’ videos will take their “feud” to the Golden Fiesta Heart Healthy Camp as they lead other celebrities and fitness enthusiasts in trying out various fitness routines.

Visitors to the fastest growth center in Southern Luzon, Ayala Land's largest eco-community estate Nuvali, can now immerse themselves amidst a field of over 5,000 LED bulbs that light up like an enchanted field of tulips dancing to jubilant hymns starting November 11, 2017, until January 8, 2018. The nightly show from 6:00 to 10:00 pm is open to all guests and can be viewed at the Nuvalifootball field also known as The Fields, right beside its retail complex Ayala Malls Solenad. 

Have you been to Tiendesitas lately? No? Well, if you think it's only a place where you can buy some of your pet needs and eat a scrumptious meal, well you better think again. Because aside from the fact that this where I bought some of my make up stuff, the place is also packed with activities you surely cannot miss!

I know how holidays can be frustrating for people like me who hate traffic jams, rush hour, and gift giving. Yes, gift giving! Thinking of material things to give to special people in your lives aside from your time (LOL! I know, it's kinda corny, but time is precious, you don't waste your time!) is excruciating. Good thing SM Store Beauty Section keeps us away from the hassle and lets you step up your gifting game.

If there's one thing I like about Bonifacio Global City, it would be the urban planning. Being able to walk conveniently from one place to another is a big deal. Although you'll surely miss the usual kanto fish balls and calamari stands, you'll surely never run out of options.  There are lots of places you can go to for a comfort food of your choice; lucky for me who loves gelato, Gelatofix just opened their doors.

HOOQ – the largest Video on Demand service in South-East Asia, has announced six titles for pilot development from its inaugural HOOQ Filmmakers Guild 2017. The confirmed 2017 selections are Bhak (India), Suay (Thailand), Haunt Me (Singapore), How To Be A Good Girl (Singapore), Aliansi (Indonesia) and Heaven and Hell (Indonesia).  The six were selected from some 500 submissions received by HOOQ over a two-month period from all over South East Asia.

Bringing its advocacy of health and fitness closer to more Filipinos, Golden Fiesta, the Philippines’ leading cooking oil brand, is holding the first leg of the Golden Fiesta Heart Healthy Camp at Solenad 1 in Nuvali, Laguna, on Saturday, November 11. The free-admission fitness camp is expected to gather—in a single venue—not just scores of fitness enthusiasts but legions of young professionals who want to be heart- healthy by jump-starting a fitness regimen.

It's as if I am finding my own tribe whenever I'm in front of my closet, digging for what to wear for upcoming events. It's frustrating especially when your resources are limited. My closet consists mostly of pambahay t-shirts and polos given to me by friends and relatives as their pinaglumaan. Shopping for clothes is not really my priority because #foodislife. But what if your looks can bring you food to the table? That I'm really interested. Haha! These are exactly my thoughts when I attended the Preview x Forever 21 event is SM Makati; where fashion experts Vince Uy, Isha Valles, & Nikki Rivera talks about the importance of style and look transformation.

JACK TV brings back the biggest Music, Arts, Dance Festival: MADFest 2017! Juan Sound. One Playground. A Celebration of Breakthrough Filipino Talents. Enjoy 12 hours of non-stop music fun happening on November 11, 2017 at the Circuit Makati Events Grounds from 3 PM – 3 AM.

Last October, I get to see Jack Ma in person. Unbelievable, I know! It was when Globe Telecom invited me to the launch of GCASH newest usage that happened in Ayala, Glorietta. It's a surreal feeling that I share the same roof with one of the richest people in Asia. Many were inspired by his words of wisdom and life story and that includes me. Although his appearance was short, his existence is such a delightful gift for us.  I feel inspired to strive and become a self-made billionaire someday. Haha!

Another Filipina is awarded in the 100 MOST INFLUENTIAL FILIPINA IN THE WORLD. Dina Dela Paz-Stalder, a skincare expert, was awarded this prestigious recognition, specifically in the Founder and Pioneer Category (Global FWN100 Award) in Toronto, Canada on October 27, 2017, by

Filipino Women’s Network. She was selected from an outstanding field of nominees from around the

world.