CIGNAL TV Launches ONE PH

Pay TV is becoming better and with the recent developments in the news and public affairs landscape, CIGNAL TV is not going to be left behind as they launch ONE PH which features new news shows. They've always been different; seeing the combination of hosts they put together feels like they've really thought about this long and hard. Their tagline "Kami ang boses ng pinagkakaisang Pilipinas" say a lot, and I think it's a tall order. They got a throng of veteran journalists, newscasters, personalities to give life to these programs and they were all at the launch.

This is going to be a third CIGNAL channel, with all Filipino news in it. It's designed to complement the existing One News English news channel and One Sports for their sports coverages and shows. In a nutshell, their content will mainly focus on News, Public Service and Entertainment. CIGNAL TV VP for Channel Management Ms. Sienna Olaso says "This will further our commitment to deliver reliable news and Public Affairs programs that matters most to Filipinos so we could inform, inspire, entertain and educate Filipinos and help them too."

ONE PH will also be partners with Pilipino Star Ngayon (PSN), Radyo 5 via 92.3 NewsFM, The Freemab, News 5 so they could make different content for the ONE PH Channel. The channel will have One Balita with Raffy Tulfo and Jamie Herrell, Sa Totoo Lang with Cheryl Cosim and Jove Francisco, Wag Po with Ed Lingao, Patrick Paez, Lourd De Veyra, Melvyn Calderon, Manny Mogato and Jove Francisco, Wanted Sa Radyo with Raffy Tulfo, MagBadyet Tayo with Chinkee Tan, Inay Ko Po with Jennica Garcia and Pat Fernandez, Usapang KapaTed with Atty. Ted Te, Cristy Ferminute with Cristy Fermin, plus a show with Lolit Solis and Mr. Fu via the show Take it Per Minute, Isport Lang with Zaldy Perez, Turbo Time with Mike Potenciano and Lindy Pellicer and Ride Radio with Jay Taruc.

This will all be seen on Cignal Channel 6, all day everyday. Make sure you subscribe on CIGNAL, because it's all there!

Miss Universe Gazini Ganados Endorses Bluewater Day Spa

I had that title for posterity. Beauty is innate in Filipinas and yes this afternoon was one great testimony of that as reputable premiere luxury brand Bluewater Day Spa just announced their newest endorser, no other than the reigning Binibining Pilipinas Universe Gazini Ganados.

She's not the type who just sits and looks the part, because staying fit and gorgeous like that takes a town to accomplish. She knows her strengths and part of that is stern effort to battle her hectic schedules and endless preparation for the Miss Universe competition this year. She knows when to take a break and indulge in wellness and pampering services so she embodies how to "Feel Like A Queen". She recommends the Manual Lymphatic Drainage Massage and Traditional Filipino Massage to soothe her aching muscles from rehearsals, events and workshops the whole week. This solves muscle tension and that feeling of being bloated, which she does regularly so she looks her best all the time.

She still has the time to fulfill her duties and responsibilities as the reigning Binibini, so if you are as pressured as her you might want to do the same because anyone can "Feel Like A Queen" in Bluewater and Day Spa branches in Ortigas, Makati, Banawe in QC, Capitol Hills, Eastwood City, Cotabato, and if you prefer to franchise, you can get in touch with them via 6951820 or 09175715886.

You'll definitely feel like a queen!

James Reid and Boy Abunda with the Tax Whiz!

Yesterday was a fine day to be worried about taxes. The guru himself Mon Abrea has written the Asian Consulting Group’s “Iwas Buwis-it: What To Do When Tax Attacks!” which is pretty much a very thorough guide about the ins and outs of paying taxes. As you may understand, a lot of people don’t know much about it and are so afraid to put their hands into this topic amidst the corruption laden government office. There has been remarkable changes and they are continuing to do so, but what he wants us to realize is that we should never take that for granted. It also shows life choices, learnings from celebrities like James Reid and Boy Abunda who were also there that evening.

In the book, there are also tell alls and step by step procedures if you’re a business, sme, individual or freelancer, because yes, you have to also pay for that as well. You will also understand why there is a need to do so, plus tips on how not to commit violations especially if you are a business, employing people, or even would want to get amnesty (oh yeah you heard that right!) so as to not be delinquent in doing so.

James and Kean listening to the Tax Whiz

Boy Abunda also gave them really tough questions

Mon Abrea quips “A lot of people are afraid of it but wether we like it or not we have to pay for it. We just need it to be more accessible, easier to understand so people won’t be afraid of even doing or talking about it.”

The book is available at all leading bookstores and the ACG Tax Hub in Mother Ignacia corner Esguerra in QC

ACG has been doing seminars, talks at their Tax Hub in Mother Ignacia in Quezon City plus in different parts of the country. They also have done it in high OFW populated countries so if they would want to engage in business in the Philippines, they would experience ease in doing it if they come back. You would also love the parts where Boy Abunda and James Reid share their personal cases so you would understand it’s not easy to be popular, because that means things are easily tracked and everything has to be accounted for. If you want to know more, you may visit acg.ph for more info.

Carlo Aquino Preps for Liwanag in Concert

Carlo Aquino is stretching his vocal chords this morning for another concert at the Music Museum. We were there during Matteo and his concert which was very successful, so this is really a good time to do another one. 

Carlo shares how he feels and says “Excited and thankful because this is real. It was once just talked about, there will be some numbers where I will be playing a guitar, maybe dance too. It is going to be a journey where I loved music, I might be singing old songs, it depends on Sir Louie if he can fit it in. I want some really new songs, Ben and Ben, stuff like that. I started with my Dad, he loves music and also sings. Beatles, old Karaoke hits, bands, so when I was a teenager it was doubly hard because I was a lefty. I usually write songs when I am sad so I gave a lot on my list but I hope we get 2 or 3 of them in the concert. I was also asked about doing a remake on Rico Blanco song, so I chose 2 of them, I ended up getting approval for one which is “Balisong” and I will have to thank him personally, very soon. I hope I could rehearse now, when you mention it I am already shaking. Right now I wish I could rehearse early, we will be meeting soon to finalize things. I have inputs because this is my journey, I have several albums and I hope I get a lot of my material there. We are trying to get guests but it depends on their availability. My second single is Balisong, a Soldier’s Heart has been in the trade launch last week, maybe Bagman season 2 for iWant. I have a lot on my plate. I hope I could get my cousin here, my parents too. Everyday is a good day and I am thankful for times I wake up, I only think of gratitude. I have a happy family, happy heart, I don’t mind the bashers, there’s a lot of love out there and you have so many reasons to be happy for. I am always in love! I am in love with life, I am inlove with work. You may go ahead and agree with it. August 31 at the Music Museum, I hope you guys be there and tell your friends about my birthday concert.” 

His director adds “I called it Liwanag so you can see him, in a new light, I hope that’s exactly what you will see in the concert.” 

This is produced by Hills and Dreams Concepts Co. For tickets you may get it from Ticketworld at 8919999 or 09777819540 (Hills and Dreams) or at the Music Museum ticketron 721 06 35. 

So there!