Performance run proved that shifting to Petron Turbo Diesel improved fuel efficiency by an average of 16%

A field test done by Petron R&D revealed that test cars improved their fuel efficiency by an average of 16.4% after switching to Petron Turbo Diesel. Representatives from the Department of Energy's Energy Utilization Management Bureau, the Automobile Association of the Philippines, and the Society of Philippine Motoring Journalists inspected and verified the five-day performance run.

Twelve test vehicles were subjected to real-world driving conditions in a 258km course that traversed the steep and winding provincial roads of Bataan as well as the rolling topography of the Clark to Subic leg of the Subic-Clark-Tarlac Expressway. (SCTEX). The following diesel engine vehicles were fielded: (a) SUV -2022 Nissan Terra 4.4 2.5L AT, 2022 Toyota Fortuner 2.4L AT, 2016 Toyota Fortuner 2.4L AT, 2016 Mitsubishi Montero 2.4L AT; (b) Pickup -2022 Isuzu DMAX 2.0L AT, 2022 Mitsubishi Strada (c) Van - 2022 Maxus G10 1.9L AT, 2022 Isuzu Traviz 2.5L MT; (d) MPV - 2019 Toyota Innova 2.8L AT; and (e) Luxury - 2022 BMW X1 1.8L AT.

Be A Wais Mom this Upcoming Back-to-School Season

 

Back-to-school season is a time when we mothers ensure that our children are well-prepared for the upcoming school year. We are the ones who are responsible for the crucial chores and are expected to make 'wais' decisions—from selecting schools to purchasing for supplies—in order to provide our children with the best education possible.   

While the next academic year is still a few months away, it is advantageous to begin planning early. This allows you to properly organize your budget, ensure that no vital needs are overlooked, and minimize the stress of the back-to-school rush. Home Credit, a prominent consumer credit firm, presents some 'wais' recommendations for your kids this school year to help you get started. 

Start considering the school 

School is one of the most crucial things to think about at the start of the school year, especially if your children are transferring from their previous schools. You can begin by outlining your possibilities so that you have more time to evaluate the quality of education and environment to determine whether it will allow your children to grow and develop to their full potential.   

Aside from that, this gives you the time to acquire all of the necessary documentation for your children's registration and think about its location, accessibility, safety, and even the fees you will have to pay, if any.  

Make a list of the needed school supplies, other essentials 

You can make a list of important school supplies for your children based on their school and year level. A list of notes, textbooks, pens, or pencils, as well as backpacks, lunchboxes, and even computers, will ensure that you do not forget anything crucial. It will also assist you in creating and managing your back-to-school budget, since a detailed list allows you to estimate the expenses of each item.  

CCP CELEBRATES 40th NATIONAL CHILDREN'S BOOK DAY

 

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THE Cultural Center of the Philippines, in collaboration with the Philippine Board on Books for Young People (PBBY), will celebrate National Children's Book Day (NCBD) on July 18, 2023, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Tanghalang Ignacio Gimenez (CCP Black Box Theater).

The event, now in its 40th year, commemorates the anniversary of the publication of Jose Rizal's "The Monkey and the Turtle" in the July 1889 issue of Trubner's Oriental Record in London.

The theme for this year's event is "Basa, Bayan, Bukas" The program includes a showcase of new children's books, a keynote speech by Mighty Magulang/Mona Veluz, a musical performance by Kabataang Gitarista, the awarding of the 2023 PBBY-Salanga, and other activities.

PBBY-Alcala Prizes, art exhibit opening, screening of Himig Himbing movies from the CCP Arts Education Department, discussions, art exhibit tour with artist Jomar Galutera, and storytelling with games, among other activities.

The CCP and PBBY focus on recognizing the best work of children's book writers, illustrators, and publishers, in addition to advocating the value of cultivating young readers' curiosity and inventiveness.

The event is made possible by CCP's vision (Art matters in the lives of every Filipino) and mission to be the leading arts and culture institution in the Philippines by promoting artistic excellence and encouraging the broadest public to participate in art.

Interested people are encouraged to bring any type of children's book for donation. It will be used as one person's admission ticket to the venue. The gathered books will be handed to the Philippine Girl Scouts.

Visit the CCP, CCP Intertextual, and PBBY Facebook sites for additional information about NCBD. Follow the CCP official accounts on Twitter @The CCPofficial and Instagram @culturalcenterph for updates, or send inquiries to CCP's e-mail (ccpintertextualdivision@gmail.com).

Top 6 Improvements Para Sa Iyong Sari-Sari Store

 

Kadalasan naang first step sa pagsisimula ng small business ideas ay ang pagtatayo ng sariling sari-sari store. Bukod sa pagiging affordable na business venture, hindi rin maikakaila na patok sa kahit saang bahagi ng Pilipinas ang bawat sari-sari store.

Pero paano nga ba maaaring mag-improve ang sari-sari store business? Para hindi mapagiwanan ng competition at lumago pa ang iyong business, kailangan maghanap ng ways to innovate and improve your current negosyo.

Here are some of the top tips kung paano pagbutihin ang inyong sari-sari store!

2023 National Food Fair: A Fusion of Tradition and Innovation

The 2023 National Food Fair, bannering its theme of “Go Discover, Taste, Enjoy!” opened on Wednesday, July 12, in simple ceremonies headlined by Department of Trade and Industry Secretary Alfredo E. Pascual as the keynote speaker.

Organized by the DTI-Bureau of Domestic Trade Promotion (BDTP) in coordination with the DTI Regional Operations Group, the 2023 National Food Fair runs from July 12 to 16, at the Megatrade Halls of SM Megamall, Mandaluyong City.

Over 250 MSMEs from the country’s 17 regions are exhibiting their products onsite at the event venue. Simultaneously, an online national food fair on the Lazada e- commerce platform is also offering the products of participating MSMEs, for a wider market reach nationwide.

Showcasing the fusion of tradition and innovation, special settings, pavilions, and MSME clusters draw attention to developments that elevate traditional Filipino products to meet stringent food industry standards and be competitive in the global market.

These are:

 Philippine Coconut Industry Pavilion and Coconut-Based MSME Cluster

 Philippine Food Industry Innovations Lounge

 Philippine Fruits and Nuts Pavilion

 Innovative and Biotech Products Cluster

 Rural Agro-Industrial Partnership for Inclusive Development and Growth (RAPID

Growth) Project Pavilion

 Farm Fresh Produce Pavilion

 KAPEtirya or Philippine Coffee Pavilion

 Philippine Island Wine, Beer, and Juice Bar

For culinary enthusiasts, renowned Filipino chefs are part of the daily program of activities, with live cooking and food preparation demonstrations, among others. The lineup includes:

The Ultimate Filipino Adobo: Stories Through the Ages book launching and cooking demonstrations (Chef Claude Tayag)

 Isang Dekada ng Guevarra’s: An Inspiring Story (Chef Laudico Guevarra)

 Fiesta Recipes (Chef Boy Logro)

 Halal Recipes and lavish feast during social occasions (Chef Yed Dimaporo &

Mustapha Ala, Jr.)

 SIMPOL Recipes Using Coconut (Chef Tatung Sarthou)

 Culinary Kurobuta Masterpieces (Chef Donatello Montrone)

 Changing the Food Mindset: Slow Food (Chef Jam Melchor)

 Plant-based Desserts (Chef Aileen of Studio Plantmaed)

 Benefits of a Plant-based Diet (Chef Mylene Dolonius of Studio Plantmaed)

 Healthy Daily Recipes (Chef YLYT Frixiah Manaig)

 Magsaysay Center for Hospitality and Culinary Arts (Chef Eric Gruba)

 The Farm at San Benito (Rose Pagcaliwagan)

 Philippine Wine Mixology (Bartender Nino Cruz)

The culminating highlight of this celebration of the diversity and rich heritage of Filipino food is an interactive cultural presentation of the BARMM Pagana Maguindanao, led by Mustafa Ala and Chef Yed Dimaporo. Pagana is a traditional Maguindanaon celebration that holds great cultural significance in the Maguindanao province of the Philippines. 

It is a festive event that brings the community together to honor and celebrate important occasions such as weddings, religious holidays, or community milestones. The Pagana celebration is characterized by lively music, colorful costumes, and traditional dances that showcase the rich cultural heritage of the Maguindanaon people. The rhythmic beats of the kulintang ensemble, a musical ensemble composed of gongs, set the tone for the festivities, while traditional dances like the Singkil and Pangalay mesmerize the audience with their graceful movements.

The event also offers a feast of traditional Maguindanaon cuisine, featuring flavorful dishes like LININGGIL A MANOK (chicken cooked in turmeric and coconut milk) and palapa (a spicy condiment made from chili and scallions). Pagana is not only a time of celebration but also an opportunity to strengthen community bonds, pass down cultural traditions to younger generations, and showcase the rich artistic talents of the Maguindanaon people.

Also part of the daily program are entrepreneurship talks and learning sessions that can offer food entrepreneurs with resources and ideas about how to strengthen and position their businesses for continued growth. The topics covered by various government agencies and partner institutions participating in the daily program are:

 Coconut-based Coffee and/or Cacao Enterprise Development Project

(Department of Agriculture)

 Geographical Indications and the Benefits of Registering One’s Trademark or

Brand in IPOPHIL (Intellectual Property Office)

 Sustainable Planting and Replanting of Local Cultivars; Natural and Healthy

Coconut Vinegar; Health Benefits of Coconut (Philippine Coconut Authority)

 Halal Culinary Tourism (Department of Tourism)

 Bioplastic Derived from Pineapple Waste Packaging Technology; Coco-Based

Food Technologies (Department of Science and Technology)

 Kitchen Lab and Food Connect Plus (Philippine Trade Training Center)

 Dairy and Coconut Farming, A Viable Integrated Farming Enterprise (National

Dairy Authority)

 Boosting Nutrition to Different MSMEs as Suppliers of Healthy Food Products

(National Nutrition Council)

 Healthy Food Consumption Trends and Research on Health Benefits of

Philippine Herbs (Department of Health)

 Franchising – A Way to Make Every Filipino Taste Your Lola’s Recipe

(Philippine Franchising Association)

 Accelerating Growth Through One Research and Extension in Action (UP Los

Baños-Agora)

 How MSMEs Can Thrive Online (Lazada)

 Unilever’s Healthy and Sustainable Food Program (Unilever Philippines)

 Maximizing Your Digital Marketing Potential with Analytics and Business

Intelligence (Pamela Padilla)

The daily program of activities is open to the public and free of charge. For the benefit of remote viewers, these are also being livestreamed on BDTP social media channels.

To stay updated about the 2023 National Food Fair and other programs of the DTI- Bureau of Domestic Trade Promotion, please follow their social media accounts on Facebook (DTI.BDTP), Instagram (dti.bdtp), and Twitter (@DTI_BDTP). You may also email BDTP Director Marievic M. Bononan at bdtp@dti.gov.ph.