Friday, February 2, 2018


Local motorcycle enthusiasts have all the reason to celebrate as the KTM 200 Duke—the ultimate road bike that has wowed riders with its strong racing DNA—can still be yours for 147 thousand pesos! 



A real standout with its powerful appearance and aggressive stance, the KTM 200 Duke is
powered by an ultra-compact, water-cooled, four-stroke engine developing 19 kW (26 hp). This road bike has been engineered to provide maximum a sporty drive and control, with remarkable fuel efficiency. Supplementing this is its ultralight trellis frame and elegant swingarm—allowing for dynamic cornering that’s excellent for riding around the city.


All these unmatched features are backed by superior after-sales service and parts availability. Indeed, the 200 Duke is your entry to KTM’s legendary spirit of racing performance and extreme adventure that traces its roots to Mattighofen Austria in 1953. To experience the KTM 200 Duke, visit any of the KTM dealerships nationwide.


Two of the country’s biggest names in the business work together to bring joy to their loyal customers.

LBC, the leader in “Padala” and Philippine Airlines, Asia’s first airline, recently launched the “LBC Moves with PAL Balikbayan Promo.”  This gives loyal customers the chance to fly for free.


Balikbayans Get a Chance to Fly for Free Through LBC-PAL Promo
Balikbayans Get a Chance to Fly for Free Through LBC-PAL Promo

From February 1 to April 30, 2018, each full rate sea cargo transaction automatically generates one ticket entry. On May 5, 2018, the Grand Draw, one winner will be selected from each of these airports to fly for free to the Philippines: SFO Airport: North California, Washington, Oregon, Illinois. LAX Airport: Southern California, Nevada, Florida. HNL Airport: Hawaii; and, JFK Airport: New York, New Jersey, Virginia. *
The names of all four winners will be posted on LBC’s website and Facebook page.
Meanwhile, LBC also offers $5.00 OFF for SEA CARGO shipment to all PAL passengers. All they need to do to redeem the discount is show a used boarding pass at their nearest LBC branch between February 1 to April 30, 2018.
JV Valino, Sales & Marketing Specialist of LBC New York and New Jersey, enthused, “We are excited to collaborate with PAL who share the same values as ours. We both strive to serve our customers better every single time, especially those who have stayed loyal to us all these years. This promo is our way of showing them our appreciation”.
For complete details of the LBC-PAL promo, visit the LBC website or inquire with an LBC representative at a branch nearest you.
*Travel tax may apply.

“A customer served well can lead to new friendships”; is just one of the many memorable stories from LBC’s “Aming Ligaya” campaign that gives LBC agents the opportunity to meet face to face with customers who have expressed gratitude with the manner they were served.

Recently, LBC arranged a meet-up between Sharlene Joy Sale, who was able to meet in person, LBC Agent, Dunhill San Jose. Sharlene says Dunhill was very ‘reassuring and constantly communicated with her about her transaction throughout the holidays” when LBC’s deliveries were at its peak. Sharlene recalled: “Si Dan ang palaging nag-te-text, tumatawag and nag-uupdate sa akin”.

The meet-up between Sharlene and Dunhill took place at LBC SM Bicutan branch last January 22, 2018. In their first encounter, Dunhill presented Sharlene with a small token, which prompted the latter to exclaim: “Ang sweet naman ng LBC”.

The Aming Ligaya monthly activity is aimed at making LBC agents realize that the people they are assisting are real and that harnessing personal relationships with their customers are very important. It also seeks to deliver the message that the relationship with a customer can go beyond being just transactional.




Nowadays, the internet has a huge impact on children.  Nevertheless, parents still have other tools they can use in teaching values to their kids. A helpful tool is a good book that children will enjoy reading. But with so many children’s books available in the bookstores, it can be a challenge for parents to choose the right book.
HiyasOMF Literature’s imprint for children’s books, assists parents by publishing books that help children form healthy habits and grow in Godly character. Plus, the books are fun to read! Hiyas offers a wide selection of books on different topics, ranging from books on values and health to Bible stories and activity books.
A popular Hiyas series is the Dee the Bee series written by Joyce Piap-Go and illustrated by Maria Cristina Sison. The series helps kids develop positive values, stay healthy, and take care of the environment. In Bee Helpful, the seventh title in the series, Dee the Bee teaches young kids practical life skills they will need when they grow up, including lessons on how to be diligent, independent, and kind. The book also encourages adults to help kids nurture a caring and helping attitude by “deliberately creating opportunities for them to act compassionately.”

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Dyaran! Ang Kambal na Hebigat! (Tada! The Heavyweight Twins!) by pediatrician and writer Luis “Tito Dok” Gatmaitan introduces the topic of weight management and good eating habits to children. The twenty-first title in the bestselling “Mga Kuwento ni Tito Dok (Stories of Uncle Doc)” series, Ang Kambal na Hebigat  not only addresses obesity in children but also gives tips on how parents can help their kids have proper weight and maintain a healthy lifestyle. The book features the fun illustrations of Mike Amante.
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Dirty ’Yan, Judy Ann! (That’s Dirty, Judy Ann!), is the second title in “Oki Dok!”, the new health series by Luis “Tito Dok” P. Gatmaitan specially written for younger kids. With adorable illustrations by Cy Vendivil, Oki Dok! features fun and simple stories that address the health and hygiene concerns of preschoolers. In the book, Tito Dok explains the value of cleanliness through the endless—but loving—reminders of a mother obsessed with being clean.
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Bee Helpful and Dirty ’Yan, Judy Ann! are available for P100.00 each, while Dyaran! Ang Kambal na Hebigat! sells for P120.00. All three titles are available at National Book Store, OMF Lit Bookshop, Passages, and other leading bookstores nationwide. The book can also be ordered online through passagesbooks.com.

As Filipinos, most of us are born with a hefty palate. Food is a big part of our culture, and we all know how to appreciate a good feast. However, not all of us are blessed with the skill to be masters in the kitchen. The result? We often resort to buying takeout meals or ordering from trusty fast food chains.

Still, nothing beats homemade food, especially when it comes to desserts. The problem is that when we think of sweets, we always have this misconception that we need to slave hours in front of an oven just to make them.



But did you know that anyone can easily whip their own batch of sweets with just a bit of ingenuity and creativity? And no, you don’t even need to have an oven to make your own comfort food. Check out the desserts below and impress your loved ones with these easy to make recipes for times when your hunger pangs call for something fast and sweet.

Here’s a merienda both kids and adults will love: for your very own French toast, whisk milk, egg, vanilla, and cinammon together in a bowl and soak slices of bread in the mixture. Using a microwavable plate, heat the slices on high setting for one minute. Garnish it with syrup for extra flair.

Need a quick and healthy dessert minus the elaborate prep? Do your own Sabang Saging in a minute with your microwave oven. Take two raw bananas and prick them with a fork before washing and wrapping them with paper napkins. Pop them in the microwave and cook for a minute or until the sides turn soft.

Midea’s microwave oven can help you create these desserts minus the hassle of a long cooking time. Designed to promote healthy cooking, it retains nutrients in food and lets you cook in seconds.

Worried that you might rack up on electricity bills while whipping up your own sweets? The microwave has the piso meal guarantee, which means you pay a peso for every three minutes of cooking. It’s the perfect addition to your kitchen especially when cravings are high but time is limited. Know more about Midea by checking their website http://midea.com.ph and following their Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/MideaPhilippines.

Thursday, February 1, 2018


My Pope Philippines, the country’s first culture changer magazine that is entirely dedicated to being the monthly source of inspiration for readers from all walks of life. It’s a new fanzine that celebrates the lifestyle and values of our beloved Pope Francis. On the local front, the magazine is filled with stories that highlight encouraging developments in the lives of our fellow Filipinos—positive and game-changing Filipinos whose values and actions reflect the same ones Lolo Kiko stands for. Sections will feature good news, inspiring stories, traditions, arts & crafts, everyday heroes and much more. And as Pope Francis always emphasizes the importance of community, My Pope will also include the miracles—both big and small—that readers have experienced in their own lives. 

Start the year bright & light as MY POPE PHILIPPINES brings you the most feel-good
issue of the year. Live, Laugh & Love upon browsing thru the pages of this Jan-Feb issue and learn more on how to actively seek & be grateful on the good things that comes your way. Get these 8 tips on how to live a life full of bliss. Tickle your fancy with the pope’s funny side and his confidence in the uplifting “power of laughter”. And with love month just around the corner, My Pope Philippines features the secret to smoother and harmonious life by discovering the five love languages which affects all types of relationships between family members, friends and yes, even sweethearts. 


For more heart-warming treat, My Pope Kids Jan-Feb issue shares tips on how to bond with your kids. Can be on a field trip, play cool games or create your own stuff. Also some trivia to add on to that knowledge and values raising your kids. 

My Pope Philippines magazine, Jan-Feb issue is now available on all National bookstores, 7 Eleven and partner newsstands nationwide for only P85 per copy. For more information, you may text/ call: (+63) 917 711-1818 or email us at subscription@mypope.com.ph. You may also check out our official social media pages- MY POPE PHILIPPINES. Like us on Facebook & follow us on Instagram and remember to always use the hashtag- #mypopeph.

 Get set for the country’s biggest night run to take place at McKinley West 
on February 24.

When it comes to fun-runs, ColorManila comes first. It kickstarted 2018 with the successful CM Paradise Run campaign last January, gearing up for another massive ‘concept fun-run’ on February 24, 2018, at McKinley West in Taguig City, with CM Blacklight Run, co-presented by Brother International Philippines.

CM Blacklight Run will be ColorManila’s first night run for 2018, and will be first of a series for this year, which will be held in various cities nationwide.

ColorManila VP Justine Cordero says, “We are happy to be working once again with Brother for the CM Blacklight Run.  Night runs are perfect for people who are working and need cap their week with a bit of a workout, which they can do with their family and friends.  It will also be held at McKinley West, so those who just stay at BGC, Makati, Pasay, or other parts of the Metro, can just easily join the event.”

Cordero continues, “Participants can choose from 3 race finishes - 3K, 5K, and 6.5K; while they have 3 race categories or kits to choose from - Deluxe, Rockstar and VIP.  Deluxe is priced at Php950 and includes a drifit shirt, headlamp, race bib, color packet and a finisher’s medal.  While the Rockstar Kit, which is priced at Php1500, comes with a drifit shirt, headlamp, race bib, color packet, finisher’s medal, drawstring bag and a foldable water bottle.  Finally, the VIP Kit is priced at Php2,500, comes with a drifit shirt, headlamp, race bib, color packet, finisher’s medal, drawstring bag, foldable water bottle, finisher’s pillow, P1000 worth of CM Merchandise GCs and a VIP Pass.  Kids below 7 by the way, get to run for free.”  

Visit colormanila.com for more details. Registration for the event is still open.

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