DITO Telecommunity is Once Again the Rated #1 Mobile Network in the Philippines!

DITO once again won the Rated #1 Mobile Network in the Philippines, making it the first telco in the country to achieve back-to-back wins for this category.

DITO garnered a total score of 3.7 based on the data collected by Ookla® Speedtest Intelligence® from Q1-Q2 2024, highlighting the company’s constant commitment to providing technological innovations and top-notch customer service experience. This recognition is also a validation of the loyalty and trust of DITO subscribers nationwide.

In 2023, DITO also won the Rated # 1 Mobile Network in the Philippines and celebrated its win early this year by launching “DITO SA PUSO KO” featuring Philippines’ power couple Dingdong Dantes and Marian Rivera. This campaign celebrated the love, trust, and satisfaction that millions of subscribers bestowed to the young telco.

How does Ookla determine the Rated #1 Mobile Network?

At the end of a performance test on Speedtest.net/Speedtest App, users rated telco providers at the “Rate your provider” from one to five stars. All local telcos are represented in Speedtest Intelligence data, with significant volumes of tests nationwide. It comprised millions of consumer-initiated tests performed on web and mobile Speedtest platforms.

The back-to-back recognition of being the #1 Rated Mobile Network is a testament to DITO's unwavering commitment to delivering excellent services to every Filipino. For more details about DITO, check out @DITOphofficial on Facebook, Instagram, and Tiktok or visit https://dito.ph/.

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Get Lifetime Priority Access and Extra Baggage with Sunlight Air and The 815 co.’s new Special Edition Luggage

Earlier this month, alongside the celebration of its fifth anniversary at the Grand Travel Fest 2024, local boutique airline Sunlight Air launched an exclusive Sunlight Air themed luggage line in collaboration with The 815 Co.. Named the Special Edition Collection, the luggage line features a sleek navy exterior and comes in three sizes. As a special treat to purchasers of the Special Edition Collection, each luggage size corresponds to 1-2 kg additional check-in or carry-on baggage allowance for Sunlight Air flights and lifetime rights to priority lane access at the airline’s check-in counters and boarding gates.

“We wanted to commemorate our fifth year by introducing something new that will further elevate the travel experience of our passengers,” shares Ryna Brito-Garcia, CEO of Sunlight Air. “With The 815 Co., we produced the Special Edition Collection with our passengers’ needs in mind, as well as both aesthetics and functionality that will allow for relaxed and stylish travels with Sunlight Air ahead.”

Sunlight Air passengers are in for a treat as those using the Special Edition Collection will also be entitled to exclusive perks as long as they fly with the Sunlight Air. Perfect for travelers looking to bring home tons of souvenirs or stylish vacationers traveling with a complete wardrobe, there’s definitely a bag fit for everyone.

The Special Edition Collection offers luggage available in three different sizes and is crafted with high-quality Polycarbonate PC material, made extra secure with built-in TSA locks. Each luggage includes a dust bag, luggage belt, and a sticker sheet for users to personalize their bags with and express their creativity. The luggage also includes a convenient top-opening zipper, meant to balance practicality and style, making the Special Edition Collection a must-have for frequent travelers.

The Special Edition Collection is available via The 815 Co.’s online store, as well as Zalora, Shopee, and Lazada. You may also purchase your next go-to travel partner via Sunlight Air’s exclusive merchandise store, Sunlight Air SkyMerch. To browse physically and see what’s in store, interested parties may visit The 815 Co. at SM North EDSA, Monarc, and SM Megamall.

To book flights or learn more about Sunlight Air and its available routes, visit https://www.sunlightair.ph/.

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Ber movies to remem-BER

The -ber months have officially started. Check out these movies coming this September.

September 4 - Beetlejuice Beetlejuice (Warner Bros. Pictures)

Cast: Michael Keaton, Winona Ryder, Catherine O’Hara, Jenna Ortega, Justin Theroux, Monica Bellucci, Willem Dafoe
Directed by: Tim Burton

In “Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice,” three generations of the Deetz family return home to Winter River after an unexpected family tragedy. Still haunted by Beetlejuice (Michael Keaton), Lydia’s (Winona Ryder) life is turned upside down when her rebellious teenage daughter, Astrid (Jenna Ortega), discovers the mysterious model of the town in the attic and the portal to the Afterlife is accidentally opened. With trouble brewing in both realms, it’s only a matter of time until someone says Beetlejuice’s name three times and the mischievous demon returns to unleash his very own brand of mayhem.

September 11 - Speak No Evil (Universal Pictures)
Cast: James McAvoy, Mackenzie Davis, and Scoot McNairy
Directed by: James Watkins

When an American family is invited by a charming British family they befriended on vacation to a weekend in their idyllic country estate, a dream holiday is planned. Soon it warps into a psychological nightmare as not everything is what it seems. An intense suspense thriller from Blumhouse, “Speak No Evil” stars James McAvoy, Mackenzie Davis, and Scoot McNairy.

September 18 - Transformers One (Paramount Pictures)
Voice cast: Chris Hemsworth, Brian Tyree Henry, Scarlett Johansson, Keegan-Michael Key, Steve Buscemi, with Laurence Fishburne, Jon Hamm
Directed by: Josh Cooley

“Transformers One” is the untold origin story of Optimus Prime and Megatron, better known as sworn enemies, but once were friends bonded like brothers who changed the fate of Cybertron forever. In the first-ever fully CG-animated Transformers movie, Transformers One features a star-studded voice cast, including Chris Hemsworth, Brian Tyree Henry, Scarlett Johansson, Keegan-Michael Key, Steve Buscemi, with Laurence Fishburne, and Jon Hamm.

September 18 - Taklee Genesis: Worlds Collide (Warner Bros. Pictures)
Cast: Paula Taylor, Peter Corp Dyrendal, Wanarat Ratsameerat, Nuttacha Jessica Padovan
Directed by: Chookiat Sakveerakul

During the Vietnam War, the US Armed Forces built a large Radio Research Field Station (RRFS) at Ramasun Camp. It’s believed to be a test site for the warp-speed teleporter by the name of “Taklee Genesis.” Stella (Paula Taylor), a single mom experiencing a twist of fate, receives a call from her childhood friend Ith (Peter Corp Dyrendal) asking her to return to her hometown to care for her critically ill mother Duangphon (Jenjira Widner). Stella left Ban Don Hai when she was a child after testifying that her father had mysteriously disappeared in a forbidden forest, to no one’s belief. Now back in her hometown 30 years later, Stella receives a call from her missing father asking her to bring him back.

*Schedules are subject to change without prior notice.*

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Cellist Damodar das Castillo set send-off concert on Sept. 19

The MiraNila Heritage House & Library proudly presents “Strings of Gold: Send-off Concert of Cellist Damodar Das Castillo” on September 19, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. at the Main Hall of MiraNila.
Virtuoso concert pianist and Julliard-trained Mariel Ilusorio will accompany the famed cello prodigy, Damodar Das Castillo. Ilusorio will be playing on MiraNila's newly restored Steinway 1904 grand piano, considered rare in the Steinway & Sons catalog.

At the onset of MiraNila's construction in 1929, owner Francisca Tirona Benitez and architect Gregorio Paredes, her cousin who trained alongside National Artist Juan Arellano in Philadelphia, conceived the idea of showcasing this instrument with its unusual rococo-style feet. They positioned the piano on an elevated platform at the bottom of an elegantly winding staircase, allowing the expanse of the living room to foreground the graceful setting.

The repertoire presents a blending of classical music for cello by Bach and Chopin with popular classical pieces by Nicanor Abelardo, Henry Mancini, and Richard Rogers.

The evening concludes with a cello concerto by Dvořák, one of the numbers that allowed Damodar to make his mark on the international competition circuit.

Damodar established his reputation at age seven. Guided and inspired by his cellist father, he joined the Manila Symphony Junior Orchestra as its youngest member in 2015, rising to become its most frequently featured soloist.

Damodar das Castillo

Among his notable performances in 2017 was one before heads of state at the ASEAN Summit and as a featured solo artist making his debut with the Philippine Philharmonic Orchestra.

A two-time Ani ng Dangal Awardee in Music, Damodar went on to garner top prizes in prestigious international competitions, including The Young Musician in Tallinn, Estonia, in 2019; the International Anton Rubinstein Competition Cello Junior in Dusseldorf in March 2020; the Young Ludwig Youth Music Competition Age Group 2 in Berlin in September 2020; and the Musica Goritiensis International Music Competition Category C in Gorizia, Italy, in July 2021.

Damodar is currently enrolled in pre-college at the Mozarteum University Salzburg under Prof. Barbara Lübke-Herzl. He was recently offered a scholarship to further his studies under Prof. Valentin Radutiu at the Carl Maria von Weber College of Music in Dresden.

Beyond this prodigy’s classical studies is a teenager who dabbles in basketball, football, and table tennis. He enjoys playing death metal music on his electric cello and jamming with a jazz band. He seeks out universal truths while making his mark in classical music.

The cellist father, Alvin, said that his stewardship mainly lies in filling up competition applications and finalizing hotel bookings. "I just remind him about the competition date and I leave it to him to practice or not. I am not really that concerned if he wins or not. I am only concerned about how he will handle results of his preparations" (ABS-CBN News.)

Standard Insurance Company, under its Chairman Ernesto T. Echauz, has been Damodar’s constant supporter, gifting him with a cello handcrafted by Master Luthier George Gerl, a winner of the 2012 German Musical Instrument Prize.

Mariel Ilusorio is a virtuoso concert pianist and a seasoned music educator. She studied at the Juilliard School of Music in New York, the Oberlin Conservatory of Music in Ohio, and the State Academy of Music and Theater in Hannover. Top prizes came her way in piano competitions under the tutelage of Stella Brimo, followed by studies and performances in the United States, Germany, France, Switzerland, Italy, South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Indonesia. After twenty-six years, Ilusorio returned to the Philippines, tantalizing audiences with her virtuoso piano playing. She concurrently serves as an organizer of concerts and recitals and is in the faculty of the UST Conservatory of Music, St. Scholastica's College of Music, Philippine High School for the Arts, and Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Manila.

Mariel Ilusorio

The House opens at 5:30 p.m. and the program promptly starts at 6:00 p.m.

For the general public: Tickets @ P1500, limited seating is available, do order now. Text 0927 277 6335 (Robeen Manalo) for tickets. Guests are requested to kindly wear soft-soled shoes as these are kinder to old floors.

Pre-concert snacks & post-concert dinners are available at Bizu MiraNila with a 5% discount for ticket holders on the day of the concert, call to reserve with Jenn or Kim +639273015129.

MiraNila Heritage House & Library is located at 26 Mariposa Street, Brgy. Bagong Lipunan, Crame, QC (find us on Facebook: MiraNila Heritage House and Library).

“Strings of Gold” is presented by the Benitez-Tirona MiraNila Foundation in partnership with Leon Gallery, Erehwon Center for the Arts and Gallery of The Blue Leaf with support from the Bizu Groupe.

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The Manila Hotel and Montesa Medical Group Forge Partnership

The Manila Hotel and Montesa Medical Group (MMG) officially sealed their partnership through a contract signing ceremony held at The Manila Hotelon August 8, 2024. The ceremony was led by The Manila Hotel president, Atty. Jose D. Lina, Jr., and vice president for administration, Elaine Santos. Representing Montesa Medical Group were president and medical director, Dr. Anna Marie Montesa, and managing director, Dr. Christine Marie Montesa, alongside key figures Lovely Rose Sherani and Christine Shea.

This agreement marks the beginning of a new chapter for Montesa Medical Group, as they are set to open a state-of-the-art aesthetic clinic within the health and recreational facilities of The Manila Hotel in November 2024. The clinic will offer a comprehensive range ofdermatological and wellness services. These premium services will be available to both in-house and non-in-house hotel guests.

Montesa Medical Group considers it an honor for MMG to be housed in the iconic and national heritage The Manila Hotel.

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Stay Stylish, Rain or Shine at SM City San Mateo 3-Day Sale

Get ready to revamp your rainy-day wardrobe without breaking the bank! SM City San Mateo is hosting a 3-Day Sale on August 30, 31, and September 1, 2024, offering unbeatable deals on stylish and functional fashion finds for young millennials who commute or drive to work.

Shop for Rainy Day Fashion Finds for Less
Discover a variety of trendy and affordable options to beat the rainy blues. From waterproof jackets and rain boots to cozy sweaters and stylish umbrellas, you’ ll find everything you need to stay dry and fashionable.

Win a Brand-New Suzuki Burgman Street
Don’t miss your chance to win a brand-new Suzuki Burgman Street! Simply shop for at least 1,000 pesos in a single receipt purchase during the 3-Day Sale. The more you shop, the higher your chances of winning this amazing prize.

Exclusive Perks for SMAC and Prestige Cardholders
SMAC and Prestige Cardholders can enjoy exclusive perks and discounts during the 3-Day Sale. Mark your calendars for the Prestige cardholder’s sale on August 30 and the SMAC cardholder’s sale on August 31 and September 1, both at 3–7 PM only.

Play What’s in the Bag promo at the SM Store San Mateo for a chance to win P10,000 worth of shopping money

SM Store’s What’s in the Bag Promo
Aside from the grand raffle, SM Store is also offering its exciting What’s in the Bag promo. Shoppers with a single receipt purchase of P3,000 can win P10,000 worth of shopping money!

Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity to update your wardrobe and enjoy incredible savings! Visit SM City San Mateo from August 30 to September 1 and experience the ultimate shopping adventure.

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Make HVAC Management Effortless with LG’s Advanced Interlocking Solution

Managing HVAC systems in tropical countries can be challenging, where efficient and reliable climate control is essential. LG offers an advanced interlocking solution that simplifies HVAC management, making operations safer and more efficient for businesses throughout the city. This solution provides easy customization through LG's central controller, allowing users to tailor HVAC functions to meet specific needs with ease.

The interlocking function interfaces with one or more Third-party equipment, controlling output operations when specific input conditions are met. With LG’s interlocking feature in the central controller, you can group equipment into a single interface and apply customized control settings, ensuring that your HVAC system operates exactly as needed. The interlocking function allows you to create and manage equipment groups that interact based on predefined conditions. Here are a few of the best use cases:

● Backup Operation: Automatically activates a backup HVAC unit if the primary unit fails, ensuring continuous climate control.

● Auxiliary Heater: Engages additional heating when temperatures drop below a certain threshold, maintaining a comfortable environment.

● Virtual Group Control: Ideal for spaces like lecture rooms, where multiple HVAC units can be controlled as a single group for consistent temperature management.

● Time Delay: Staggers the startup of HVAC units to reduce the initial load on the electrical system, improving energy efficiency.

● CO/NO2 Detection: Activates emergency ventilation systems if harmful gases are detected, protecting occupants and maintaining air quality.

LG’s interlocking solution is designed for easy installation and hassle-free maintenance. The central controller streamlines the process, reducing the need for multiple controllers or complicated wiring setups. With its user-friendly interface, managing your HVAC system becomes straightforward, even for complex operations.

By integrating the interlocking function into your HVAC system, LG offers a solution that not only simplifies management but also enhances safety. Whether you need to ensure continuous operation, manage multiple units efficiently, or protect your facility with emergency ventilation, LG’s interlocking solution provides the flexibility and reliability you need.

For businesses in Manila, where efficient and safe HVAC management is critical, LG’s interlocking solution offers a practical and effective way to customize and control your climate systems. Simplify your operations and enhance safety with LG's advanced HVAC interlocking solution.

For more information about LG’s HVAC solutions and how they can enhance your business’ comfort and efficiency, please visit Central Controller - HVAC | Business | LG Philippines. You may also follow the official Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/LGAirSolutionsPH and Instagram account @lgphilippines.

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