Sleep is certainly something that is needed for rest and repair. It is where we all recover, where our body functions reset and prepare for the next day.
The sleep authority Uratex knows how important it is so they've gone and partnered with the folks from SM HOME by putting up an 8-Hour Movement Sleep Station which they'll be putting at SM Store, SM Megamall so people get educated at these locations. Vanelyn Destar the Senior Brand Marketing Exec from Uratex reiterates how important sleep is and with the 8 Hour Movement, they could get more folks to talk about the importance of sleep and changes in their lifestyle. This partnership with SM Home also would get them to showcase what good things they could do design wise since they've got lots of things inside the store. This is supported by Christopher Ang, SM Home's VP for Marketing who made mention that a lot of Filipinos got to experience it at the malls. They were able to get Filipinos experience and sleep better.
The event launch on March 13 also included activities, celebrity appearances, with Kapuso comedian Betong Sumaya, host Amy Perez, phenom Alyssa Valdez and actress Bea Binene. They also had a program with Dr. April Hernandez from the Philippine Society of Sleep Medicine.
Uratex is keen on sustaining these projects with SM Home and plan to work together especially shoppers who want to do this on a regular basis. Visit the SM Home stores or their website smhome.ph and their social channels.
In recent reports, a first year high school student became a victim of bullying in Quezon City. He had seizures, apparently got bullied and hurt by his classmates, called names as a SPED (special education) student which caused his untimely demise last February (where his Mom is still asking for justice to this day, despite catching it all on CCTV).
Former Congressman and now Quezon City Councilor Alfred Vargas took his time at a privilege speech and ask for a review of the existing Quezon City Anti Bullying Ordinance to address the number of incidents of this nature. It has increased in recent years and mostly have been caused by bullying, physical harm, picking on those who are differently abled. He explains how it is important to see who should be accountable, while being given due process and seek the truth.
As of now, the QC Council has voted unanimously for an investigation on the incident. Vargas reiterates the importance of stopping this from happening again. He says "We cannot just make "a person thinking like a child" a reason for all of these. This is serious, and is a matter of life and death. I am calling for everyone's help on this matter and hope justice be served."
He adds "Together with our Mayor Joy Belmonte and Vice Mayor Gian Sotto, we urge everyone in the city council to start discussions on the Anti Bullying Ordinance and the measures we have protecting these kids. I think it is high time we put in stronger measures, like reporting, the duties of school administrators and the parents. Let's not be silent on this matter!"
I agree with him that there should not be anyone who would go through these things in 2026. He also said no parent should experience this sadness, sorrow or grief in their lifetime. The cycle of abuse should stop!
It looks like another iconic actress has been seen at the Maddox Jewelry grounds in Marikina City. She is the iconic actress Teresa Loyzaga. Maddox Jewelry is owned by businesswoman and entrepreneur Ms. Charo Cordial. Ms. Teresa Loyzaga though has one grievance, and it has reached them at the Marikina showroom.
Ms. Teresa Loyzaga has been long watching the previous online selling live streams of the brand and had the chance to say "mine" on some of the items, but apparently she doesn't get noticed during those streams. This didn't sit well with her at all, so she did the next best thing... she went directly to the Marikina Showroom located at AZDM Building JP Rizal Street in Marikina City.
When she got there, she was a bit shocked to be personally attended to by Ms. Charo Cordial. Shortly, she got several pieces that she loved, quick, fast and efficient. She got a pair of earrings for her granddaughter (daughter of talented actor Diego Loyzaga). She laments how she's at a phase where she could invest in jewelry pieces as her child is already an adult. The talk between them was cordial and honest, including some small details on Diego's recovery. You can watch the whole story at the Maddox Jewelry YouTube channel or their Facebook page which has tons of followers too. You certainly don't wanna miss this!
Museum Foundation of the Philippines just held a short program to announce "ANG MUSEO", an award giving body dedicated to Philippine based museums and it's workers. Present during the occasion are Museum Foundation of the Philippines, Inc. (MFPI) officers Danny C. Jacinto, Ms. Gemma Cruz Araneta, Atty. Dominador D. Buhain, Maximillan G. Ventura and . Also in the event were Board of Trustees Maximillan G. Ventura, Michael Angelo V. Liwanag, Ma. Belen Pilar M. Fernand, Roberto F. Abastillas, Ma. Rosario A. Estrada, Melvin M. Mangada, Maria Karina Garila, and Atty. Reginald Dimacuha. As a non profit and non governmental organization, they help entities preserve the country's rich artistic and cultural heritage.
Danny Jacinto who heads the foundation told us "There's a special reason for you to be here, we are celebrating our 40th anniversary. Today we are announcing something big, good afternoon!"
Misha who hosted the event adds "We are pleased to share with you about this. There is a renewed interest in culture, we see students and schools visiting museums, no structure but they go on tours, visit landmarks, and new ones are opening in the. country. We see the National Museum is expanding it's presence, in Iloilo, Davao, and Cebu. Government is pushing for stronger heritage conservation authored by Loren Legarda (5). The cultural efforts show how it is alive, but there is no recognition for these entities. They do this quietly, mostly museum workers, and we decided to take action. The Museum Foundation was in a crossroads in 1986, we feel this is the right moment to launch something meaningful for nation building. Today we are proud to introduce to you ANG MUSEO Gawad ng Museum Foundation of the Philippines. It is the first private sector award that honors excellence in museum practice in the Philippines. They are living institutions that tell our stories, a start of a movement to promote higher standards in museum practice. From large to small, from local to national, we celebrate the people behind our museums. It is who we are, and if we share our love for heritage, we strengthen our organization too."
ANG MUSEO
Ten initial awards will be given away this year
Gawad sa Pamanang Tanghal
(Permanent Exhibition of the Year)
Gawad sa Sangay ng Pambansang Museo
(NMP Satellite Museum of the Year)
Gawad sa Napapanahong Tanghal
(Temporary Exhibition of the Year)
Gawad sa Natatanging Paglilingkod ng Indibidwal
(Individual Achievement Award)
Gawad para sa Institusyong Pang-Edukasyon
(Educational Institute Museum of the Year)
Gawad sa Tagapagtaguyod ng Sining at Kultura
(Patron of the Arts or Special Recognition Award)
Gawad para sa Natatanging Pamana
ng Bayan: Lunsod o Munisipalidad
(Local Museum of the Year)
Gawad sa Natatanging Pamumuno ng Museo
(Museum Leadership Award)
Gawad sa Natatanging Programa ng Museo
(Program of the Year)
Gawad sa Natatanging Kawani ng Museo
(Museum Worker of the Year) 2026
There will be a registration fee of Php 3,000 for admin costs. The complete guidelines and you can send supporting documents in this portal available at museumfoundation.org. Announcement and updates will be available on their Facebook and Instagram accounts @MuseumFoundationPH.
For those who don't know, they are the same organization who helped the National Museum put up the iconic TREE OF LIFE. Hopefully they'd be able to hold the event there on October this year. Please wait for updates about it on their social pages soon!
