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Kilusang Kontra Kuto by Licealiz now on its 4th year

Written by louiseinthehouse on October 11, 2019

It was about at this time last year when I participated in Kilusang Kontra Kuto (KKK) led by Licealiz Head Lice Treatment Shampoo. We went to a public elementary school at the northern part of Davao City in Toril for a shampooing activity and informative discussion in preventing/fighting against head lice or nits (kuto) infestation . Now, on KKK’s 4th year, Lamoiyan Corporation continues its advocacy for a kuto-free Philippines with an aim to shampoo around 6,000 students in 30 schools all over the Philippines. It has once again partnered with the Dept. of Education (DepEd), Drugstore Associations of the Phils (DSAP) and Mommy Bloggers Philippines. Here in Davao City, I am so pleased to be part for this worthwhile project for the second time. This time, we visited a Cesareo Villa Abrille Elementary School in Barangay Bucana. It is situated at the downtown area. Together with other mommy bloggers, I was excited to witness the activity where pupils, […]

KBO now available on SKY, features ‘BETWEEN MAYBES’ AND ‘MOMOL NIGHTS’

Written by louiseinthehouse on September 22, 2019

Fresh Filipino movie treats come to families every week as SKY starts offering a five-day access to KBO (Kapamilya Box Office). Be among the first to catch Gerald Anderson and Julia Barretto’s movie, “Between Maybes” on TV. Shot in Japan, the movies gives viewers a glimpse of the lives of Hazel (Julia), a struggling actress who impulsively flies to Saga and Louie (Gerald), a man who decided that seclusion would help mend his broken heart. See how the two strangers meet at the most vulnerable time of their lives and how will they change each other’s paths. Catch this on September 20 to 24 together with 8 bonus content – A KBO Special: The ABS-CBN Ball 2019, Can We Still Be Friends?, Sisterakas, Walwal, The Third Party, One More Try, and remastered versions of Dekada ’70 and Anak. In the timely iWant original “MOMOL Nights,” Kim Molina and Kit Thompson star […]

SKY Fiber brings new speed plans & the country’s first all-in box

Written by louiseinthehouse on September 19, 2019

Still having problems with your current internet subscription? SKY Fiber launches better speed, unlimited internet plans and the country’s first all-in box that are the most affordable in the market offering the most value for their money. SKY Fiber’s Super Speed Plans start with its most affordable unlimited fiber internet offer, the Plan 5mbps that is available at only P999/month. Its new Plan 25mbps is its best value plan priced at only P1,499/month while its Plan50 at P1,999/mo. Hooking up to fiber-fast internet connection gives users the chance to enjoy faster and smoother music and video streaming, play video games without lag, or simply have a seamless surfing experience. But a new entertainment experience also awaits subscribers of the Super Speed Plans as they can choose to bundle them with the new SKY Fiber All-In Box. The first of its kind in the country, this device combines the power of a […]

PhilConstruct Mindanao 2019: the largest construction show in the region now on its 10th year

Written by louiseinthehouse on September 6, 2019

Featuring more than 300 brands in construction and HVAC & R brands in exposition PHILCONSTRUCT Mindanao – the much-awaited annual industry event in the region – opens with a massive showcase of more than 300 brands for its 10th year. The event is open from September 6 to September 8 at the SMX Convention Center, SM Lanang Premier Mall from 10:30 am to 6:30 pm (except on the last day where it will close at 5:00 pm). Admission is free. For the past decade, the event has been an effective platform in connecting industry professionals, business owners and consumers which makes it the no. 1 industry showcase in the region for 10 solid years now. “This event has been the venue for industry dialogue and collaboration between the key players and policy makers every year. A decade of successful partnerships is truly what makes PHILCONSTRUCT Mindanao your ideal sourcing venue […]

Alden Richards & The Gift co-stars visit Davao for Kadayawan 2019

Written by louiseinthehouse on August 23, 2019

Kapuso actor Alden Richards makes a special trip to Davao this weekend to join the celebration of Kadayawan Festival courtesy of GMA Network’s regional arm GMA Regional TV. Together with Alden are his co-stars in his upcoming primetime series The Gift—Mikee Quintos, Thia Thomalla, Ysabel Ortega, and Martin del Rosario. The cast will be at The Atrium, Gaisano Grand Citygate in Buhangin, Davao City this Friday (August 23) for a Kapuso Mall Show at 4 pm. The following day (August 24), Alden and his co-stars will board the Kapuso Float for the Pamulak sa Kadayawan Float Parade. GMA Regional TV makes this year’s Kapuso Float Parade Participation extra special as GMA TV 5 Davao airs “Pamulak sa Kadayawan: A GMA Regional TV One Mindanao Special Live Coverage” beginning 8 am. The TV coverage will be hosted by One Mindanao anchors Tek Ocampo, Sarah Hilomen-Velasco, and Real Sorroche. Live updates along the parade route will be reported by […]

Solane Kitchen Hero Chef’s Edition goes to Mindanao

Written by louiseinthehouse on August 15, 2019

#SolaneKitchenHero Solane, the popular LPG solutions brand, is taking its grandest culinary competition to Mindanao as it kicks off a series of regional cook-offs for the Solane Kitchen Hero Chefs’ Edition, the first-ever cooking contest that aims to discover the next big name in the culinary world. After going to 8 different regions in Luzon and Visayas, the nationwide culinary tilt will start off with the competition at the Robinsons Place in General Santos. This will be followed by competition legs in Davao and Cagayan De Oro. “Mindanao is home to some of the country’s culinary treasures and the most talented chefs in the country,” says Isla LPG Corp. CEO Ruben Domingo. “Through the Solane Kitchen Hero competition, we aim to recognize these chefs who are vital in bringing Filipino cuisine to the world stage. At the same time, we are on a quest to explore and highlight Filipino specialties that are […]

Alone/Together Now on SKY PPV

Written by louiseinthehouse on July 17, 2019

“Alone/Together,” the blockbuster comeback film of Kapamilya love team Liza Soberano and Enrique Gil, airs on SKY Pay-Per-View starting July 13 to 31. Antoinette Jadaone, the writer and director of the film admitted she had reservations if Liza and Enrique could deliver what she wanted from her characters. But after working with them, she said that the two will go a long way in showbiz. “Alone/Together,” which grossed P370 million worldwide, is the fourth team-up of Liza and Enrique but it is their first film with Black Sheep targeting millennials. The film centers on Christine (Liza) and Raf (Enrique), ex-college sweethearts who meet again after five years. Tin now works as the secretary of her boyfriend Gregory (Adrian Alandy), a busy businessman, while Raf is an emergency room physician who just received an award for his exemplary public service. See where their reunion takes them and if they will […]

Baristas’ Quest in Davao, Baguio and Cebu, now open for registration

Written by louiseinthehouse on June 28, 2019

Calling all baristas and coffee enthusiasts in the Philippines! The registration is now open for Baristas’ Quest, a campaign of competitions created for baristas and coffee enthusiasts to showcase their skills in coffee that will take place in Davao, Baguio and Cebu this July. Three different competitions are prepared for the month-long campaign. If you can identify a unique coffee in a set of cups, you may join the Flavors + Profiles: Coffee Triangulation—a cup tasting activity that will be held at the Frog Kaffe in Davao City on July 3. For artists who can create designs using milk, Baguio City will be having the Coffee + Art: Latte Art Throwdown at Halfroom Coffee on July 10. Meanwhile, for individuals who can extract rich coffee flavors into a cup, the Kettle + Cup: Coffee Brewing Challenge is set to happen at the Tightrope Coffee in Cebu City on July 25. […]

PACQUIAO VS THURMAN for WBA Super Welterweight Belt

Written by louiseinthehouse on June 26, 2019

Catch it live via SKY SPORTS PAY-PER-VIEW Filipino boxing icon Manny Pacquiao guns for another win in a major boxing bout as he challenges Keith Thurman for the WBA Super Welterweight World Championship this July 21 (Sunday) live via SKY Sports Pay-Per-View. The reigning WBA (regular) Welterweight World Champion faces an opponent ten years his junior after successfully defeating Adrien Broner last January and Lucas Matthysse in the latter part of 2018. Pacquiao currently holds a boxing record of 61-7-2 with 39 wins coming via knockout. On the other hand, Keith Thurman also known by the moniker, “One Time,” is coming from a majority decision win over Josesito Lopez. He owns an unblemished record of 30-0-0 with 22 wins via knockouts and one No Contest. Local boxing analyst Ed Tolentino said in an interview by news.abs-cbn.com that the bout between Thurman and Pacquiao will be a good one, stating that […]

SKYCable pay-per-view movies for June

Written by louiseinthehouse on June 23, 2019

Kapamilya stars Xian Lim, Enzo Pineda, and Joem Bascon’s movies bring delight to viewers as they are featured in SKYcable Movies Pay-Per-View until June 28. Xian Lim and Louise de los Reyes play lovers in “Hanggang Kailan?” Donnie (Xian) and Kath (Louise) celebrate their second anniversary as a couple in Saga, Japan,. But as days pass, Kath feels it is right to end their relationship. Find out if the couple will be able to save their relationship or decide to part ways. Another interesting team-up also topbills SKYcable Movies Pay-Per-View this month featuring Enzo Pineda and Winwyn Marquez in “Time & Again.” Watch Winwyn as she plays the role of Apol, a writer and a waitress who falls for a customer, Ozzi (Enzo). In a series of events, Apol receives a watch that can turn back time. See how she uses it to her advantage. A different Joem Bascon will be seen by viewers as he portrays a disillusioned and suicidal Jose […]