Sunday, November 28, 2021

Petron Gasul Elite innovates LPG with world-class container

 

Gasul Elite - Purple Plum Fairy

Leading liquified petroleum gas (LPG) brand, Petron Corporation introduces another innovative product in the Home LPG Category with the launch of its new Petron Gasul Elite Composite Cylinder, a new type of container that is superior to regular steel cylinders.

Petron Gasul had always been a trusted brand among the Filipino household because of its safety, quality, and authenticity--it's been long recognized as the gold standard for Home LPG users. The new Petron Gasul Elite sets the bar even higher by introducing the most significant enhancement in LPG packaging since the 1970s.

Petron Gasul Elite is a premium LPG brand that offers the following advantages:

  • EXPLOSION-PROOF. The composite high-strength material is made from a mixture of fiberglass or carbon fibers and a plastic resin. Safety is enhanced as there is no risk of BLEVE (Boiling Liquid Expanding Vapor Explosion).

  • RUST-PROOF. The cylinder is non-corrosive and will not rust. Thus, it will not stain kitchen floors or cabinets and other surfaces.

  • LIGHTWEIGHT. An unfilled Petron Gasul Elite cylinder weighs 5.45kg, more than 50% lighter than an unfilled regular steel tank that is 13kg. 

  • ERGONOMIC DESIGN. Its ergonomic Viking-head design offers a better grip for easier handling. 

  • TRANSLUCENT. Thanks to translucent windows on the cylinder, end users can visually check and monitor the LPG level inside the Petron Gasul Elite.


The all-new Petron Gasul Elite was launched at the recently-concluded World Food Expo (WOFEX), held at the Megatrade Hall of SM Megamall last November 11 -13. Dubbed as the "ultimate food show experience," WOFEX brings together all the segments of the food and beverage industry. The Petron Gasul Elite showcase at what is acknowledged to be the biggest and most effective trade show in the country allowed visitors to see and experience the best Gasul ever.

Petron Gasul Elite - Purple Plum Fairy


As part of its public launch, the Petron Facebook page also featured six Petron Gasul Elite posts, which garnered over 113,000 impressions and 7,400 (6.5%) engagement. 

Petron Gasul users who want only the best can trade in their old 11kg steel tank for a new Petron Gasul Elite composite cylinder for an introductory price of only Php 2,500 (not including LPG refill and regulator). The premium brand is initially available in Metro Manila through the Petron Express Delivery service — simply dial #88000 or send a text message to 0917-878-8000. It is expected to roll out to Petron Gasul authorized dealers nationwide by December 2021.



Friday, November 26, 2021

World Diabetes Day: Sweet Talk Your Way Out of Diabetes

 

Diabetes is a manageable disease - Purple Plum Fairy

The goal of diabetes management is to keep blood glucose levels as close to normal as safely possible. Since diabetes may greatly increase the risk for heart disease and peripheral artery disease, measures to control blood pressure and cholesterol levels are an essential part of diabetes treatment as well. 

People with diabetes must take responsibility for their day-to-day care. This includes monitoring blood glucose levels, dietary management, maintaining physical activity, keeping weight and stress under control, monitoring oral medications and, if required, insulin use via injections or pumps. 

It was in 2015 that I first learned I had diabetes mellitus. Prior to that, I wasn’t aware I was diabetic. In fact, I accidentally found out about my health right after my right eye bled and I started seeing “floaters.” It turned out I already had diabetic retinopathy. I had my damaged eye undergo two laser treatments/pan-retinal photocoagulation treatment. Unfortunately, the retina on my right eye has been severely damaged and is already irreversible.

My endocrinologist says diabetes may lead to a whole lot of complications. But he insisted that although it is not treatable, it is a manageable health condition. For him, it’s just a matter of healthy living along with a huge change of lifestyle. I know it sounds simple but it is actually difficult to do. 

Dr. Amal Makhloufi - Purple Plum Fairy

Thursday, November 25, 2021

Hansel Premium ushers in the Yuletide Season with Osaka-Style Pink Vanilla limited edition biscuits

 

Hansel Premium Osaka-Style Pink Vanilla Sakura Biscuits - Purple Plum Fairy


Hansel Premium by Rebisco is ushering an early holiday treat with its new limited edition biscuits that will transport you to a deluxe world where premium taste rules.

Hansel Premium Pink Vanilla - Purple Plum Fairy


 The latest in its limited series of premium biscuits, Hansel Premium Osaka-style Pink Vanilla are golden, soft-crunchy biscuits filled with luscious, premium vanilla cream. Its sakura aroma brings to mind a cool, magical experience in Japan amidst the beauty and fragrance of cherry blossoms.

Saturday, November 20, 2021

Prostate cancer 9th highest in number of cancer-related deaths among Filipino males



Prostate cancer is one of the top 5 cancers in the Philippines and the ninth highest in the number of cancer-related deaths among Filipino males according to GLOBOCAN. Despite the statistics, awareness of the disease is very low.

The Philippine Urological Association (PUA), together with the Department of Health (DOH), Cancer Warriors Foundation, Inc., the Philippine Society of Uro-Oncologists (PSUO), and Johnson and Johnson (Philippines), Inc., led the observance of Prostate Cancer Awareness Month with a series of activities that aimed to generate greater awareness for the disease. With the unified theme Prostate Cancer Sama-Samang Labanan, Tamang Impormasyon Kailangan, efforts were focused on educating the public on the importance of early detection and treatment to slow the progression of prostate cancer.

A lay forum entitled Usapang Prostate Cancer was live-streamed via the PUA Prostate Cancer Awareness Facebook page on September 11 to underline truths about the disease. Representatives from the Department of Health Cancer Control Division and Cancer Warriors Foundation, Inc. also joined the discussion to share what support the government and privately funded organizations can provide patients and their families. This was followed by free teleconsultations by members of the Philippine Urological Association and the Philippine Urology Residents Association last September 18. More than 300 Filipino males signed up for the free teleconsultation service.

Tuesday, November 16, 2021

International Silent Film Festival Manila 2021: The Silence Still Roars at 15!

 


15th Silent Film Festival Manila


The Silent Film Festival is one of the most anticipated film festivals in the country. We’re happy to note that despite the pandemic, it still manages to bring together its unique cinematic experience for all film enthusiasts. The well-curated 9 short films and 6 classic silent films from IFFF film selections will be screened online. Happening from November 24 to December 03, 2021, the Japan Foundation Manila, the Embassy of Italy, together with the Philippine Italian Association, the Instituto Cervantes, the British Council in the Philippines, the Goethe-Institut, the Embassy of France, and the Film Development Council of the Philippines will present the 15th edition of the International Silent Film Festival Manila.

This year, the festival will be featuring 6 classic silent films from France, Germany, Italy, France, Japan, Spain, and the United Kingdom, and nine short films specially produced by the FDCP to represent the Philippines, all accompanied by original musical scoring from local bands and musicians. This program will be screened online via the FDCP Channel https://fdcpchannel.ph/isffm2021

Opening at the Metropolitan Theater of Manila

To mark the 15th birthday of the festival an opening ceremony will be held on Wednesday, 24th of November, at 4:30 PM, at the newly renovated Manila Metropolitan Theater, Manila’s architectural Art Deco gem built in the midst of the Philippine “Silent era”. The invitational opening ceremony, hosted by the Japan Foundation, Manila will be followed, at 5:20 PM, by the screening of 雄呂血 Orochi (Serpent), a 1925 action film by Futagawa Buntarō that will be live scored by Munimuni band. This is cine-concert in pre-COVID style in-person but in keeping with the health restrictions in force.

With the exception of the opening day, the program of this 15th edition of the International Silent Film Festival Manila that includes screenings and international round table webinars will be entirely accessible online from the 25th of November to the 3rd of December. Loyal to the very essence of the festival, all silent films will be scored with original music exclusively composed and performed by local bands and musicians.

On November 25th, at 3:00PM Instituto Cervantes will screen Carceleras (José Buchs, 1922), followed by the first panel discussion at 5:00PM that explores the theme: How To Watch A Silent Movie, featuring speakers presented by Spain, Italy, and Japan. The Philippine-Italian Association will cap the day with a screening at 7:00PM of the silent film Pinocchio (1911) directed by Giulio Antamoro.

On November 26th, at 3:00PM the British Council in the Philippines will screen Dr. Wise on Influenza (1919) commissioned by the Ministry of Health. The panel discussion at 5:00PM will be about the Restoration and Reinventions in Film Archives presented by speakers from the United Kingdom, Germany, France and the Philippines. Goethe-Institut Philippinen concludes the second day with the screening of Das Wachsfigurenkabinett / The Waxworks (1924) directed by Paul Leni and Leo Birinski.

On November 27th, at 3:00PM The Embassy of France will screen The Foreman followed at 5:00PM by a masterclass that explores the History of Silent Films in the Philippines presented by speakers from the Philippines. At 7:00PM, The Japan Foundation, Manila closes the third day with the screening of 雄呂血 Orochi (Serpent) (1925) directed by Futagawa Buntarō. From November 28th to November 30th all films will be available “On-Demand” on the FDCP Channel.

December 01 to 03 will be dedicated to the screening of the nine short films produced with the very first edition of FDCP’s Mit Out Sound International Silent Film Competition. Nine Filipino filmmakers worked with nine film composers to produce nine short silent films that represents the Philippines in this year's ISFFM. The shorts and their filmmakers are as follows:

Ang Tatlong Hambog by Sari Katharyn

Tianak by EJ Gagui and Marienel Calma

Alingasngas Ng Mga Kuliglig by Vahn Leinard C. Pascual

Ang Pagsuyo sa Paru-Paro ng Gabi by Racquel De Guzman Morilla

Dikit by Gabriela Serrano

Ha-Ha-Hambog by Kate Torralba and Jopie Sanchez

Need More Than Tofu and Other Vegetables" by Hector Barretto Calma

Putol (The Cut) by Nikolas Red

Ang Pagdadalaga Ng Dalagang Bukid by Jose Carlos Soliongco

The Festival will culminate with a closing night of the ISSFM2021, and the awarding ceremony

for the best productions of Mit Out Sound.


The 15th International Silent Film Festival Manila is organized by the Japan Foundation, Manila, the Philippine Italian Association, Instituto Cervantes de Manila, the Goethe-Institut, the British Council in the Philippines, the Embassy of France, and the Film Development Council of the Philippines, in partnership with Embassy of Italy, the Embassy of Japan, the Embassy of Spain, the Manila Metropolitan Theatre, the National Commission on Culture and The Arts, Ortigas Cinemas, Absolut Mediem, Cineteca di Milano, CNC, Alliance Française, BFI, Filmoteca Española and Matsuda Film Productions.


Schedule are as follows:















To have an idea of what's going to be in store for us, please watch this teaser video from The 15th Silent Film Festival: 





For more information on the schedule and inquiries, please check this Facebook Page:

www.facebook.com/InternationalSilentFilmFestivalManila


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