SHOWBIZ’S UNSTOPPABLE YOUNGBLOODS KICK OFF A NEW SCHOOL YEAR WITH CHALK

With a new school year on the way, Chalk magazine pushes its readers to start strong in its latest issue, headlined by no less than showbiz’s unstoppable youngbloods Nash Aguas, Diego Loyzaga, Jane Oineza, and Ella Cruz.

These four personalities who are rising at a surprising pace in the entertainment industry are presented on the June 2014 cover—serving as sources of inspiration for today’s youth. Get to know how they’re paving their way to stardom, ready to take on bigger and tougher challenges, and living life to the fullest at the same time.

Chalk also knows how fresh experiences and new friends are on the way. The magazine welcomes yet another adventure in the life of a student—one that’s positive and fuss-free in the school year ahead.

This month’s issue also makes things a lot easier when it comes to how to put those OOTD problems to rest. With this month’s fashion and beauty offerings, Chalk presents a guide on what to wear week-long with its features entitled “Back With A Bang” and “7 Days of Beauty”.

Learn how to mix and match pastel-colored ensembles to turn into instant eye candy—a total essential when it comes to meeting fresh new faces on campus there’s definitely one who will stand out. Get the scoop on how to get that good looking campus cutie and reel him in, as Chalk maps out strategies on how to get his attention.

Aside from all these things, Chalk also dishes out different kinds of advice to set foot on campus again the most awesome way possible. Another thing to look out for is that big shift in the academic calendar. Read up on this pressing issue and the buzz it caused in the feature “Changes Are A-Comin’!”

Make the most out of the school year that’s on the way with Chalk magazine’s back-to-school special and grab a copy of the June 2014 issue at all leading bookstores and magazine stands. For updates, visit Chalk magazine’s official Facebook page ( www.facebook.com/chalkmagazine).

STRIKE FIRST MENTALITY ON UFC FIGHT NIGHT: BROWN VS SILVA

Erick Silva

Matt Brown

The Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) comes to Cincinnati this Sunday (May 11) as two offensive welterweight juggernauts meet in the Octagon in UFC Fight Night: Brown vs Silva to be shown via satellite on Balls Channel. Ohio native Matt “The Immortal” Brown faces Brazilian rising star Erick Silva who is out to prove that home-cage advantage is merely a myth. Brown returns to his home state riding an impressive six-fight win streak – five coming off a knockout. He is up against the dynamic Silva, who has finished all of his UFC victories in the first round. Silva’s most recent victory lasted only 52 seconds against Takenori Sato in February. Plus, middleweight standouts meet in the Octagon™ when Costas Philippou battles rising star Lorenz Larkin. Don’t miss UFC Fight Night: Brown vs Silva this Sunday (May 11), 10:30 AM on Balls Channel, the home of the Ultimate Fighting Championship.

TOFARM 2014 photo and video contest depicts the unsung farmer heroes of Philippine Agriculture

The unsung heroism of the Filipino farmer is getting some due recognition.

The Outstanding Farmers of the Philippines Search and Awards (TOFARM) launched a contest that depicts or lionizes farmers, fisherfolk and other nurturers of the soil in November 2013.

The photographs and videos will be on display at the Atrium of Resorts World Manila on March 29 and 30 after the awarding of the best photos and videos 3 p.m on Sunday March 30 at the Passion Restaurant of Resorts World Manila.

Contest categories of the TOFARM Photo and Video Contest are: DSLR Photos, Non-DSLR Photos and Videos taken with an HD camera. The entries must depicts farmers at work on the fieldm with their carabao, or just having fun. The photo and video contest may tackle all fields or sectors of farming and agriculture and may depict farmers in the fishery, livestock, and poultry raising sector as well. The contest was open to all photo and video enthusiasts nationwide as it is one of the initiatives of TOFARMS to promote the farming and agriculture sector of the Philippines as widely as possible.

Prizes at stake aree as follows:
DSLR Photos - First Prize, Php 60,000; Second Prize, Php 40,000; Third Prize, Php 30,000;
Non DSLR Photos -   First Prize, Php 40,000; Second Prize, Php 30,000; Third Prize, Php 20,000;

Video entries ( one minute long ),  First Prize, Php 60,000; Second Prize, Php 40,000; Third Prize, Php 30,000.

TOFARM is a prestigious recognition program launched by the Philippines Jaycees ( JCI Philippines) and Universal Harvester, Inc ( UHI) in 2012. Now on its third consecutive year, TOFARM in 2014 is a partnership between UHI and JCI Philippines, Mindanao Chapters of Area 5. The broad and long-term goal of TOFARM is to celebrate the important role of the farming sector in the Philippines and to inspire your people  to return to the land and make agriculture a flourishing  means livelihood.

TOFARM seeks to identify and pay atribute to outstanding farmers, fisherfolk, farm communities, cooperatives, animal raisers, women farmers, LGUs, organizations, scientist, the academe, as well as business entities in rural and urban areas. the nomination period of TOFARM 2014 begins this April.

Recently TOFARM 2014 also introduced BACKTOFARM, an agricultural rehabilitation project for farmers and farming organizations in provinces devastated by Typhoon Yolanda. The farming community in those and farming organizations in provinces are provided with farming-specific aid ad resources such as technical assistance, seeds and other ways to reinvigorate their farms and assist in the implementation of sustainable farming methods.

For more information please visit www.tofarm.org or visit the Facebook page www.facebook.com/Tofarm

METRO LAUNCHES THE ULTIMATE SWIMSUIT AND SUMMER BEAUTY ISSUE

The sun is out and that fun, light-hearted vibe of a new season is finally here—and with this bright time of the year in full burst, it’s also time to let who you are shine this summer.

This month, in celebration of its 25th anniversary, Metro presents its Ultimate Swimsuit and Summer Beauty Issue, an essential guide to looking extra fabulous for the season.

In its latest issue where summer is all about sexy, Metro features multi-faceted stylish beauty Heart Evangelista, looking sultry on the cover in pieces from Gucci’s Spring/Summer 2014 Collection. The five-time Metro cover girl opens up about her colorful journey in showbiz and shares her secrets to being one of the loveliest faces in Philippine entertainment.

Indulge in the most comprehensive Metro Beauty Awards Special to date, which features 25 of the best products in the market. Find that extra bit of inspiration from Metro’s featured models, who dish out their tips to staying in shape. Of course, to complete the summer checklist, look into this issue’s wide array of swimwear options, featuring twenty five of Metro’s favorite pieces, for every size and body type.

Metro’s Ultimate Swimsuit and Summer Beauty Issue is out in bookstores and newsstands nationwide for only P150, with its digital edition out in the App Store and on Google Play. For updates, like Metro on Facebook (www.facebook.com/Metro.Magazine) and follow Metro on Twitter and Instagram (@metromagph).

Bloggers’ Night: Get tagged and socialize

Now in its second year, FAME’s Bloggers’ Night Tagged was attended by bloggers of health, fashion, entertainment, lifestyle, and photography, and media partners.

As they say, “Bloggers are the online influencers that drive today’s digital world.” Most of the time, customers base their purchasing decisions from a review written by a blogger in the internet. So bloggers who cover the latest news on a certain product, service, brands, are more than just bloggers; they are influential, digital online specialists.

With more than a decade in the publishing industry, FAME has gone a long way from a doctor’s passion for writing to becoming one of the most promising publications in the country today.

Abiding by its mission to promote good health, a healthy lifestyle, sound Christian values, and professional excellence, FAME has become a trusted brand in creating quality publications, having seven titles under its belt.

With its Publisher and Editor-in-Chief Dr. Rafael R. Castillo at the helm, FAME gave its doctor-readers Health and Lifestyle magazine, serving as the quintessential guide for the modern-day doctor.

Two years later, FAME ventured into commercial publication. FAME launched DiabetEASE to give advice to patients and families suffering from diabetes.

From feature and in-depth stories on medicine, FAME launched Travel Plus to promote the local and international tourism. In the same year, FAME also launched Zen Health to empower the modern-day woman.

For more than two years now, Vital Signs, one of FAME’s latest publications in an eight-page newsletter format, is seen to become the leader in medical news as it synthesizes the most recent scientific and healthcare news taken from notable sources in the field of healthcare, medicine, public health administration read by doctors, healthcare professionals, and even legislators.

Bloggers’ Night capped the night off with exciting giveaways and raffle prizes courtesy of its major sponsors: Megaworld and B-Peptide. Other sponsors include GrabTaxi, Goldilocks, Medtronix, Diabetasol, Benecol, Galderma, Restylane, Angel Skin, PotenceeNow in its second year, FAME’s Bloggers’ Night Tagged was attended by bloggers of health, fashion, entertainment, lifestyle, and photography, and media partners.

As they say, “Bloggers are the online influencers that drive today’s digital world.” Most of the time, customers base their purchasing decisions from a review written by a blogger in the internet. So bloggers who cover the latest news on a certain product, service, brands, are more than just bloggers; they are influential, digital online specialists.

With more than a decade in the publishing industry, FAME has gone a long way from a doctor’s passion for writing to becoming one of the most promising publications in the country today.

Abiding by its mission to promote good health, a healthy lifestyle, sound Christian values, and professional excellence, FAME has become a trusted brand in creating quality publications, having seven titles under its belt.

With its Publisher and Editor-in-Chief Dr. Rafael R. Castillo at the helm, FAME gave its doctor-readers Health and Lifestyle magazine, serving as the quintessential guide for the modern-day doctor.

Two years later, FAME ventured into commercial publication. FAME launched DiabetEASE to give advice to patients and families suffering from diabetes.

From feature and in-depth stories on medicine, FAME launched Travel Plus to promote the local and international tourism. In the same year, FAME also launched Zen Health to empower the modern-day woman.

For more than two years now, Vital Signs, one of FAME’s latest publications in an eight-page newsletter format, is seen to become the leader in medical news as it synthesizes the most recent scientific and healthcare news taken from notable sources in the field of healthcare, medicine, public health administration read by doctors, healthcare professionals, and even legislators.

Bloggers’ Night capped the night off with exciting giveaways and raffle prizes courtesy of its major sponsors: Megaworld and B-Peptide. Other sponsors include GrabTaxi, Goldilocks, Medtronix, Diabetasol, Benecol, Galderma, Restylane, Angel Skin, Potencee

Celium, Oracare, Walter Bread, Enchanted Kingdom, Yakult, KB Soap, Trianon Food Supplements and Diagnostics, and Print Social.

For more details and updates on FAME publications, visit FAME’s Facebook fan pages: HealthandLifestyle, ZenHealth, DiabetEase, and TravelPlusMagazine.

Nestea Beach 2014

NESTEA made its mark in the Philippines over 30 years ago and has made itself synonymous with a delicious, refreshingly light and thirst-quenching beverages that everyone in the family can enjoy. NESTEA comes in Lemon Blend, Apple Blend, Calamansi Blend, Honey Blend, NESTEA Premium Brew, Red Tea in Raspberry flavor.

You Can Refresh your summer with Nestea 
NESTEA Beach has been synonymous with summertime fun for decades, establishing itself as an iconic beach event like no other. Refresh the summer anytime, anywhere with cool, exciting experiences that only NESTEA cam bring.

This 2014, the NESTEA Beach volleyball competition sizzles as the best of the best play it out to win this years title. Giving a new twist to the competition, NESTEA has invited last years NESTEA beach Volleyball champions to compete againts regional volleyball champions from Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao for this years title. A total of 24 teams will participate in the NESTEA beach Volleyball competition, which will take place during the biggest weekend in the country, from May 1 to 3 in front of the Boracay Beach chalets at Station 2.

NESTEA beach brings back the heat to Boracay
Last years NESTEA beach saw the best team from all over the country face-off in a culminating battle in the island of Boracay, after two elimination legs in Cebu and Batangas.

The women's division saw a fierce battle berween Central Philippine University (CPU) and the University of Sta. Tomas (UST), where CPU's Fiola Mae Ceballo and Jovelyn Gonzaga locked horns with UST's Maruja Banaticla and Judy Caballejo. in the end, CPU reigned supreme, winning the dicision at 22-20, 21-18

In the men's division in finals, the University of Visayas (UV) went head to head againts the University of San Jose Recoletor (USJR). UV's Jade Becaldo and Mike Abria showcased their volleyball prowess against USJR's Jade Illut and Jason Uy, winning the division at 28-26, 21-12

NESTEA Beach a sizzling summer experience
The 17th NESTEA Beach experience proves to be the biggest celebration of the season, as exciting beach activities also make their way to Boracay. Happening alongside the NESTEA Beach volleyball competition are some of the hottest parties the island has ever seen. This year, Nestea not only brings the best of the best to the beach, but also the largest parties of the weekend. To keep the summer sizzling, NESTEA, in partnership with republiq, also brings world- renowned DJs Cedric Gervais and Steve Aoki to make a splash with he labor day weekend scene.

Making things even cooler are free NESTEA samples that will be distributed throughout the weekend in the various refresh stations to keep the hot day refreshed.

NESTEA beach will also continue its LOVE THE BEACH campaign; a long running advocacy to clean the beaches of Boracay. NESTEA beach will facilatate a shore Clean-up in partnership with Boracay foundation Inc. on May 2, where consumers can participate to show their love for the beach in a different way. In addition, NESTEA pitchers will be sold throughout the weekend and for every pitcher sold, Php5 will go to the Boracay Foundation's Coral Reef Restoration project. NESTEA will also match and double this amount in support of this advocacy.

For more informatiuon visit 
http://www.nestea.com.ph

Facebook: http:/www.facebook.com/nestea.ph

Twitter: http:/www.twitter.com/NesteaPH

SUPPORT PINOY PRODUCTS WITH ABS-CBN AT THE GREAT OUTDOORS SALE

With summer just around the corner, it’s the perfect time to get a move on and appreciate what the country has to offer.

It’s also the perfect time to get ready for all the adventures that are well on the way—something that you can definitely do at the upcoming Great Outdoors Sale, where you can not only gear up for taking on the country’s natural wonders but also support and be proud of the Philippines through ABS-CBN’s merchandise featuring ABS-CBN Pintados, and the PINASmile and Choose Philippines campaigns.

Featuring apparel and accessories that showcase what local wonders the country has, these products also play a part in projects targeted at conserving and rehabilitating the environment—presented in festive and attractive colors that definitely stylishly add that Philippine touch.

Apart from the ABS-CBN Store, ABS-CBN Publishing and Star Records will also be participating in the Great Outdoors Sale. Several Kapamilya celebrities will also be setting up booths featuring their own product lines.

Support local products with ABS-CBN at the Great Outdoors Sale this March 26 to 30 at the Metrotent in the Metrowalk Plaza along Meralco Avenue, Pasig City. Store hours are from 10:00am to 10:00pm. Also check out ABS-CBN’s assortment of products at abscbnstore.shopinas.com at www.abs-cbnstore.com.