Adebayo takes charge as Heat stun Celtics
Bam Adebayo led a fourth-quarter fightback as the Miami Heat shrugged off an injury to Jimmy Butler to edge past the pace-setting Boston Celtics, 98-95......»»
Butler brilliance as Miami stun Boston
Jimmy Butler led a fourth-quarter fightback as the Miami Heat stunned the Boston Celtics 111-105 to take a 2-0 lead in their NBA Eastern Conference finals series on Friday. Miami talisman Butler finished with 27 points as the eighth seeds grabbed a second straight victory at Boston's TD Garden to leave the Celtics with a mountain to climb if they are to reach the NBA finals. Miami had trailed by 11 points early in the fourth quarter and the Celtics led by as much as nine with under seven minutes of the final frame remaining. But Butler led a sensational 20-9 Miami run in the final minutes of the fourth quarter that turned the game on its head and leaves his team just two wins away from returning to the NBA finals as the best-of-seven series heads to Miami for games three and four. "We got some dogs, and I love it, I love every bit of it," an elated Butler said during an on-court interview after the Miami win. "Guys never quit, guys never give up, we love playing with one another -- we got so much faith and trust in one another." Nine of Butler's 27 points came during the fourth-quarter rally, with the Miami star seemingly fired up after an angry nose-to-nose exchange with Boston's Grant Williams midway through the fourth quarter. At that stage in the game, Boston led 96-89, but Miami launched a devastating late run that turned the contest decisively in favor of the Heat. "Just healthy competition, and I love it," Butler said afterwards of his exchange with Williams. "I'm always here to compete, I like to talk at times, as long as we get the win I'm good with it though." Butler received offensive support from Caleb Martin with 25 points off the bench, while Bam Adebayo delivered another all-round effort with 22 points, 16 rebounds and nine assists. Duncan Robinson added 15 points from the bench including three three-pointers. A shellshocked Boston meanwhile were left reflecting on another shattering defeat at home despite 34 points from Jayson Tatum. Jaylen Brown finished with 16 points but had a wayward shooting night, making only 7-of-23 from the field, while Robert Williams III and Malcolm Brogdon had 13 points apiece. Game three takes place in Miami on Sunday. The post Butler brilliance as Miami stun Boston appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
Boston makes Miami feel heat
LOS ANGELES (AFP) — Boston poured in 16 three-pointers in a dominant 110-97 victory over the Miami Heat on Thursday that kept the Celtics alive in the National Basketball Association championship chase. For the second straight game, the Celtics fended off elimination, cutting the deficit in the best-of-seven Eastern Conference finals to 3-2 with the wire-to-wire triumph. Miami will get another chance to close it out when they host game six on Saturday. The Celtics will be trying to take one more step toward becoming the first NBA team to rally from a 3-0 deficit to win a best-of-seven playoff series. “The only thing that can stop us is us,” Celtics forward Jaylen Brown said in an on-court interview. Before a rapturous, raucous crowd at TD Garden in Boston, the Celtics looked every inch the favorites they were before the series started — before the upstart eighth-seeded Heat grabbed the first two games in Boston, then embarrassed the second seeds in game three. Four Celtics starters scored more than 20 points, with Derrick White leading the way with 24 on a night when he made six of eight attempts from three-point range. “Got some good looks and was able to knock them down, and just kind of rolled with it,” said White, who said the Heat’s defensive focus on Brown and fellow star wing Jayson Tatum gave him more room to operate. Marcus Smart added 23 and had five steals while Brown and Tatum scored 21 apiece. More importantly, the energetic Celtics harried the Heat into 16 turnovers that led to 27 Boston points. They had 17 second-chance points compared to Miami’s seven. “Tonight we were the tougher playing team,” Brown said. “We set the tone from start to finish.” Boston was locked in on both ends of the floor from the opening tip-off, roaring to a 23-7 lead in a matter of minutes. After Tatum was whistled for a technical foul with 8:43 in the first quarter, the Celtics responded with three consecutive three-pointers. Tatum scored 12 points in the first quarter and Brown took over with 12 in the second. Meanwhile, Heat talisman Jimmy Butler struggled to get going, scoring eight points in the first half and finishing with 14 — his lowest-scoring game of the playoffs. He sat out most of the fourth quarter. Duncan Robinson led the Heat with 18 points off the bench. Bam Adebayo scored 16 points but coughed up six turnovers. Kyle Lowry starting at point guard after Gabe Vincent was ruled out with a sprained ankle, scored five points with four turnovers. “We’ve just got to play better,” Butler said. “Start the game off better, on the starters, make it more difficult for them. “They are in a rhythm since the beginning of the game,” Butler added. “But we are always going to stay positive, knowing that we can and we will win this series. We’ll just have to close it out at home.” Butler said the Heat allowed their shooting struggles to affect their defensive intensity. “But that’s easily correctable,” he said. “You just have to come out and play harder from the jump.” The Heat, who won the NBA title in 2006, 2012 and 2013, still only need one more win to reach a seventh NBA Finals. Boston, whose 17 NBA titles are tied with the Los Angeles Lakers for the most in history, last won it all in 2008 and came up short in last season’s championship series against the Golden State Warriors. The winners of the series will play the Western Conference champion Denver Nuggets, who swept the Lakers in four games to reach the NBA Finals for the first time. White said the Celtics expect a formidable challenge in Miami on Saturday. “The crowd is going to be in it. It’s not going to be easy,” he said. “It’s going to take 48 minutes of battling, scratching, clawing, and we’ve got to find a way to win.” Heat coach Erik Spoelstra was unconcerned that two big defeats had demoralized his team. “Who cares about mood?” Spoelstra said. “We have a gnarly group. It’s a competitive series. You always expect things to be challenging in the conference finals.” The post Boston makes Miami feel heat appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
Celtics pummel Heat to keep NBA title hopes alive
Boston poured in 16 three-pointers in a dominant 110-97 victory over the Miami Heat on Thursday that kept the Celtics alive in the NBA championship chase. For the second straight game, the Celtics fended off elimination, cutting the deficit in the best-of-seven Eastern Conference finals to 3-2 with the wire-to-wire triumph. Miami will get another chance to close it out when they host game six on Saturday. The Celtics will be trying to take one more step toward becoming the first NBA team to rally from a 3-0 deficit to win a best-of-seven playoff series. "The only thing that can stop us is us," Celtics forward Jaylen Brown said in an on-court interview. Before a rapturous, raucous crowd at TD Garden in Boston, the Celtics looked every inch the favorites they were before the series started -- before the upstart eighth-seeded Heat grabbed the first two games in Boston, then embarrassed the second seeds in game three. Four Celtics starters scored more than 20 points, with Derrick White leading the way with 24 on a night when he made six of eight attempts from three-point range. "Got some good looks and was able to knock them down, and just kind of rolled with it," said White, who said the Heat's defensive focus on Brown and fellow star wing Jayson Tatum gave him more room to operate. Marcus Smart added 23 and had five steals while Brown and Tatum scored 21 apiece. More importantly, the energetic Celtics harried the Heat into 16 turnovers that led to 27 Boston points. They had 17 second-chance points compared to Miami's seven. "Tonight we were the tougher playing team," Brown said. "We set the tone from start to finish." Boston was locked in on both ends of the floor from the opening tip-off, roaring to a 23-7 lead in a matter of minutes. After Tatum was whistled for a technical foul with 8:43 in the first quarter, the Celtics responded with three consecutive three-pointers. Tatum scored 12 points in the first quarter and Brown took over with 12 in the second. Meanwhile, Heat talisman Jimmy Butler struggled to get going, scoring eight points in the first half and finishing with 14 -- his lowest-scoring game of the playoffs. He sat out most of the fourth quarter. Duncan Robinson led the Heat with 18 points off the bench. Bam Adebayo scored 16 points but coughed up six turnovers. Kyle Lowry starting at point guard after Gabe Vincent was ruled out with a sprained ankle, scored five points with four turnovers. "We've just got to play better," Butler said. "Start the game off better, on the starters, make it more difficult for them. "They are in a rhythm since the beginning of the game," Butler added. "But we are always going to stay positive, knowing that we can and we will win this series. We'll just have to close it out at home." Butler said the Heat allowed their shooting struggles to affect their defensive intensity. "But that's easily correctable," he said. "You just have to come out and play harder from the jump." The Heat, who won the NBA title in 2006, 2012 and 2013, still only need one more win to reach a seventh NBA Finals. Boston, whose 17 NBA titles are tied with the Los Angeles Lakers for the most in history, last won it all in 2008 and came up short in last season's championship series against the Golden State Warriors. The winners of the series will play the Western Conference champion Denver Nuggets, who swept the Lakers in four games to reach the NBA Finals for the first time. White said the Celtics expect a formidable challenge in Miami on Saturday. "The crowd is going to be in it. It's not going to be easy," he said. "It's going to take 48 minutes of battling, scratching, clawing, and we've got to find a way to win." Heat coach Erik Spoelstra was unconcerned that two big defeats had demoralized his team. "Who cares about mood?" Spoelstra said. "We have a gnarly group. It's a competitive series. You always expect things to be challenging in the conference finals." The post Celtics pummel Heat to keep NBA title hopes alive appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
Heat on brink of NBA Finals after 128-102 win over Celtics
The Miami Heat knocked the stuffing out of the Boston Celtics on Sunday, powering to a 128-102 victory to take a 3-0 stranglehold on the NBA Eastern Conference finals. The Heat, who host game four on Tuesday, are one win away from reaching the NBA Finals against either the Denver Nuggets or Los Angeles Lakers. The Celtics meanwhile are battling the weight of history -- no NBA team has rallied from 0-3 down to win a best-of-seven playoff series. Heat talisman Jimmy Butler could afford a relatively quiet 16-point night as point guard Gabe Vincent led the way, connecting on 11 of 14 shots from the field, including six of nine from three-point range, on the way to a game-high 29 points. Duncan Robinson added 22 points off the bench for Miami, who are vying to become just the second eighth-seeded team -- after the 1999 New York Knicks -- to reach the NBA Finals. Unlike in their first two wins of the series in Boston, there would be no need for the Heat to claw back a double-digit deficit. In front of a pumped-up crowd at Kaseya Center in Miami, the Heat dominated, Boston unable to build on an early three-point lead in the face of a total team effort from the hosts on both ends of the floor. "I don't know if 'surprised' is the word," Vincent said of the lopsided result. "We played well tonight. We defended. We made shots. We forced them into turnovers." "The next game, the mentality is to come out and compete at a high level, defend, try to make the right read every time offensively and just play good basketball. "It's the first to four games. We are not satisfied with three." Boston star Jayson Tatum scored 14 points and Jaylen Brown added 12, but Tatum made just one of his seven three-point attempts and Brown missed all seven of his as the Celtics connected on just 11 of their 42 three-point attempts. Miami made 19 three-pointers on 39 attempts, connecting on 46 of their 81 shots overall. "As you can tell, the rim was as big as the ocean for everybody," said Miami center Bam Adebayo, who thrilled the crowd with a pair of alley oop dunks and a spin around Brown for a one-handed slam on the way to 13 points. "(We were) making the extra pass, making the right pass and everybody played together." Caleb Martin scored 18 points off the bench for Miami. Max Strus chipped in 10 and the Heat didn't miss a beat when veteran Kevin Love departed after less than five minutes with an ankle injury. The Heat closed a fast-paced, physical first quarter on a 9-2 scoring run to lead 30-22 and pushed their lead to as many as 22 points in the second quarter. Boston managed to cut the gap, but with the Celtics again struggling from three-point range and with turnovers, Miami's 61-46 halftime lead represented the biggest halftime deficit faced by Boston this post-season. There would be no re-set for the Celtics in the third quarter. They had managed to trim the deficit to 12 early in the second half, but Miami out-scored them 32-17 to take a 93-63 lead into the fourth. Tatum and Brown combined for just three baskets in the third, Miami's dominance evident on back-to-back Boston possessions midway through the period when Adebayo blocked Tatum's shot on one and Martin came up with a steal to set up a Strus three-pointer. The shell-shocked Celtics went more than three minutes in the period without scoring. "I don't even know where to start," Brown said. "I feel like we let our fan base, organization down, we let ourselves down, and it was collective. We could point fingers, but in reality, it was just embarrassing." Boston's first-year coach Joe Mazzulla, who took the helm after Ime Udoka was abruptly suspended before the season for an improper workplace relationship, took the blame for the Celtics' disjointed performance. "I just didn't have them ready to play," Mazzulla said. "Whether it was the starting lineup or it was an adjustment, I have to get them in a better place ready to play, and that's on me." The post Heat on brink of NBA Finals after 128-102 win over Celtics appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
Underdog Nuggets stun Clippers in game seven, Heat edge Celtics opener
Jamal Murray scored a game high 40 points and Nikola Jokic had a triple double as the Denver Nuggets stunned the Los Angeles Clippers 104-89 in game seven to reach their first Western Conference finals in 11 years......»»
Quiambao takes charge as Archers get back at Maroons
Kevin Quiambao took over when the La Salle Green Archers needed it most as they took revenge against the UP Fighting Maroons, 88-79, in their UAAP Season 86 second round duel Sunday at the Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay City......»»
Electric cute
Senator Sherwin Gatchalian raised a valid point when he said last week that the use of purely electric vehicles, or EVs, in this country will never become widespread unless and until an extensive infrastructure for charging their batteries is put in place. Indeed, unlike hybrids — whose owners can always count on the vehicle’s ICE or internal combustion engine to get them back home should the battery go flat — battery-only cars will leave you stuck should your lithium-ion cell’s charge go kaput. This concern has given rise to a new addition to the lexicon: Range anxiety, the worry an EV owner feels when his car’s battery is about to be depleted during a trip. This is ironic, considering how the Philippines is presently being flooded with affordable EVs, and how, almost a decade ago, cities like Manila under then-Mayor Erap Estrada took the lead in adopting EVs for public transport by subsidizing the purchase of e-tricycles and e-jeepneys. Indeed, although the “green-ness” of EVs is still open to question (with critics saying that you still need power generated by fossil fuels to charge them), EV enthusiasts are quick to point out its many advantages over ICE vehicles: Zero emissions, lower maintenance costs, better road performance, among other things. Charging under present circumstances, however, is a bitch. An EV comes equipped upon purchase with a cable that allows you to plug the car into an ordinary wall socket, but this takes eight to nine hours for a full charge. A fast charger is available (although not always) that will charge the unit in an hour or so, but the cost is prohibitive and will negate whatever tax incentives the government is giving on EVs. The solution in other countries is to provide fast charging outlets all over their cities, and to require owners of private parking lots to provide dedicated EV parking with fast chargers. As things are, however, only SM malls have so far provided charging ports for EVs. As for public charging stations, well, not to denigrate our people, but how long will it take for some a-holes to tap into them for free electricity or to vandalize them? With an average range of 350 kilometers (and under ideal conditions at that), EVs can only be used around town. It will take a generation or two before we can build fast charging stations out of town in convenient places, let alone in urban centers, enough to encourage EV owners to use their cars daily and on provincial jaunts. And then, the durability and reliability of EVs over ICE vehicles are yet untested. While EVs have fewer parts to wear out and have lower maintenance costs, the car is run by sophisticated electronics and is practically a rolling computer that requires highly trained technicians to fix. We still don’t know how the microchips will hold up in the Philippines’ tropical weather and bumpy roads. Parts are also expensive; the cost of the battery alone is a third of the price of the car. Heaven help you if that should conk out. Whereas with older ICE vehicles and newer lower end ones, parts are cheap and aplenty, and your friendly neighborhood “taller” around the corner has someone who can repair your regular car in a day or two. Unless these problems and concerns are addressed, EVs will remain relegated to novelty: for rich kids flexing their supposed environmental consciousness; or for the smaller, cheaper EVs, a toy for zipping around the immediate environs of your home. In the final act, EVs will remain as second or third cars, to be used during coding days (since they are exempt), and for showing off to friends. In other words, pampa-cute. The post Electric cute appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
Wildfire on Spain’s Tenerife forces 3,000 people to evacuate
A wildfire raging on Spain's holiday island of Tenerife amid unseasonably hot temperatures forced the evacuation on Wednesday of around 3,000 people from their homes, local officials said. Firefighters backed by six water-dropping helicopters were battling the blaze which broke out on Wednesday afternoon in an area of steep ravines in the northeast of the island that was badly ravaged by a huge wildfire in August, the regional government of Tenerife said. Some 2,400 people were evacuated from the town of Santa Ursula, and another 600 from La Orotava, as a precaution, Lope Afonso, the vice president of the regional government of Tenerife wrote on Facebook. Television images and videos posted on social media showed smoke rising from a hill close to houses in a remote neighborhood and helicopters dropping water on flames. Popular tourist areas on Tenerife, part of the Canaries archipelago in the Atlantic Ocean, have so far been unaffected and its two airports have been operating normally. The seat of the fire "has been stabilized, we are seeing how it evolves to determine if in a few hours residents can return to their homes," Blanca Perez, the island's councilor in charge of emergencies, told local radio. The outbreak of the fire comes as Tenerife and the neighboring island of Gran Canaria are under a heat alert, with temperatures soaring above 30 degrees Celsius (86 degrees Fahrenheit) across much of the island, levels normally seen during the height of summer. The seven-island archipelago is located off the northwest coast of Africa and southwest of mainland Spain. At their nearest point, the islands are 100 kilometers (60 miles) from Morocco. As global temperatures rise due to climate change, scientists have warned that heatwaves will become more frequent and more intense. The post Wildfire on Spain’s Tenerife forces 3,000 people to evacuate appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
A feast for the senses – but doesn’t quite coalesce in the heart
“Baka maiyak ako” (I might cry), the lady seated behind me intoned to her companion just before the show started. “Pero ‘di bale. Madilim naman” (But that’s okay since it’s dark). Her concern of tearing up during the show was triggered by the unusual configuration of the stage and the audience seats for this particular show — a low, slim platform that straddled the entire length of the venue right smack in the middle of two layered/staggered seating sections. The viewers on both sides faced each other. Apparently the lady didn’t want others to see her cry. My guess is the tears didn’t come. That’s not necessarily the fault of anyone involved in this production of The Last Five Years, Jason Robert Brown’s acclaimed 22-year-old musical that had its debut in Manila in 2003 after premiering in Chicago in 2001 and Off-Broadway in 2002. Now, the Barefoot Theatre Collaborative is staging its own version of the musical (at the Power Mac Center Spotlight in Ayala Circuit), with real-life couple Gab Pangilinan and Myke Salomon, both accomplished theater artists, playing the leads. Reverse timelines On paper, The Last Five Years sounds like a whopper of an emotional rollercoaster ride. It’s about the five-year relationship between rising novelist Jamie and struggling actress Cathy that starts, as all romances usually go, with happy hellos and ends, as theatrical pieces usually go, with sad goodbyes. What sets it apart from the usual is its storytelling: While both characters narrate the same story simultaneously, Jamie tells it from the first year to the last while Cathy recounts it from the last year to the first. Parallel lives in reverse timelines. It’s a novel, ingenious take on the he said, she said conceit that adds an extra layer of friction and tension to the songs in this sung-through piece. And it is creatively visualized by director Topper Febregas and production designer Joey Mendoza with the inventive runway-like stage made up of two parallel platforms with a hollow middle section where a small mobile platform is placed to carry the actors to various spots of the stage throughout the show. Jamie and Cathy are only ever together — side by side, hand in hand, wrapped in a tight, warm embrace, bodies entwined in a waltz — on this tiny piece of the performance stage for one number, during their marriage proposal and wedding halfway through the show. If only the source material gave us more of this “show,” the tears would’ve probably come to the audience. But it’s mostly tell, the piece made up of a string of vignettes from Jamie and Cathy’s relationship. We hear them sing individually about their joys, frustrations, dreams, aspirations, struggles, victories and despair, as lovers and as professionals, from one musical number to the next, and every song highlights a particular conflict between the couple. Little drama But none of it draws us very deeply into their woundedness, their brokenness. There’s little drama, really: Although we see how their marriage crumbles in the second half of the last five years, we don’t get a sense of and feel for what they have lost. In a way, the catwalk-style stage is perfect as the show feels more like a fashion extravaganza, with songs standing in for couture: It’s enjoyable as a spectacle but does not engage as a narrative piece can and should. Not that stars Gabbi Pangilinan and Myke Salomon don’t pack any heat with their performances. Salomon, in particular, is arresting as Jamie, his highly expressive face registering a full range of emotions without overselling anything, and his full, creamy, commanding baritone growing in color, weariness and edge as his character ages over the years. Pangilinan certainly has the more difficult part, a character whose narrative arc is the opposite of the convention — starting the show as a weathered, emotionally battered if not defeated woman and ending it as a wide-eyed, hopeful romantic girl. It’s a major challenge for any performer, and Pangilinan certainly hits all the musical notes perfectly, effortlessly. But perhaps only seasoned artists have what it really takes to hurdle it and bring Cathy to full, thrilling, cutting life within just 90 minutes. The Last Five Years, with its inventive material and clever design, surely is a feast for the senses. It just doesn’t quite coalesce in the heart. There’s little chance of being caught crying under the lights. The Last Five Years runs from 29 September to 15 October at Power Mac Center Spotlight, Circuit Makati, Makati City. Tickets available at Ticket2Me. The post A feast for the senses – but doesn’t quite coalesce in the heart appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
SM Hypermarket Street Food Festival 2023
Brace yourself for an unforgettable food party at the most delicious street food event of the year, the SM Hypermarket Street Food Festival 2023. This year, it’s all about celebrating delicious street food, featuring street food vendors, event-exclusive promos, live cooking demos from its guest celebrity chef, and exciting activities in the bustling SM Hypermarket Fairview. [caption id="attachment_190800" align="aligncenter" width="525"] Chef Boy Logro dancing with SM Markets mascots[/caption] Celebrity Chef Boy Logro Takes Center Stage! [caption id="attachment_190799" align="aligncenter" width="854"] Chef Boy Logro showing how to prepare SM Bonus Pork BBQ[/caption] Prepare to be amazed as the one and only Kusina Master, Chef Boy Logro, headlines the festival with his exceptional and creative cooking skills. Known for his culinary mastery and captivating cooking shows, Chef Boy Logro will grace the event with live cooking demonstrations that will surely make you crave. Watch in amazement as he showcases SM's finest pre-blanched meats, including the mouthwatering sisig and tender beef tendon, into classic street food creations. But the excitement doesn't stop there! Chef Boy Logro will also introduce the newest SM Bonus Marinated Pork Barbecue on stick – a premium taste sensation that’s delicious, tender, and ready to cook. A Street Food Party Like No Other [caption id="attachment_190801" align="aligncenter" width="854"] Chef Boy Logro cooking sisig using SM’s blanched sisig[/caption] The SM Hypermarket Street Food Festival 2023 is your passport to a world of street food delights, made possible by its partners Nestle Magic Sarap, Nestle All Purpose Cream, Knorr Seasoning, Knorr Cubes, Knorr Soup, Purefoods Hotdog, Purefoods Heat & Eat, Lucky Me, Alaska Crema All Purpose Cream, Joy Dishwashing Liquid, 555 Sardines, 555 Tuna, CDO Hotdog, CDO Tocino, CDO Chicken Franks, Bounty Fresh Chicken & Farm Fresh Liempo. [caption id="attachment_190802" align="aligncenter" width="854"] SM Markets mascots and Customer Assistants at the Street Food Festival[/caption] [caption id="attachment_190803" align="aligncenter" width="525"] Guests and shoppers watching Chef Boy Logro’s live cooking demo[/caption] Explore a diverse range of street food stalls offering an irresistible array of snacks, treats, and bites that capture the essence of street cuisine from around the world. From sizzling skewers to crispy empanadas, it's a street food paradise you won't want to miss. In addition to the delectable street food offerings and Chef Boy Logro's culinary expertise, shoppers can enjoy special discounts, freebies, and fun activities such as our Hook-A-Duck game, plus snap some cool shots with the trending SM Turon and Five Star coffee pillows at the Photo Alley. [caption id="attachment_190804" align="aligncenter" width="525"] Chef Boy Logro with media guests[/caption] Shop to your heart's content and take advantage of unbeatable deals and discounts available only at the festival. Enjoy freebies for every purchase of Street Food Festival bundles, as well as big savings when you buy participating items with your SM Advantage or Prestige card. You can even get free SM Bonus Pork BBQ sticks with a minimum purchase of P1,000 worth of participating items. [caption id="attachment_190805" align="aligncenter" width="525"] Chef Boy Logro at the Street Food Festival photo alley[/caption] [caption id="attachment_190806" align="aligncenter" width="525"] Shopper enjoying the Street Food Festival’s Hook-A-Duck game[/caption] That’s not all. Shoppers may still get the Street Food Festival experience within the comforts of home through the online promos. They can get free SM Bonus lobster balls for a minimum of P1,500 worth of groceries inclusive of Street Food Festival participating items if they use the code FREEILOBYOU at smmarkets.ph. Don't miss the SM Hypermarket Street Food Festival 2023! It's going to be the best street food party. Join us in SM Hypermarket stores from September to October for mouthwatering street food, and exclusive deals. The post SM Hypermarket Street Food Festival 2023 appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
New pop-up store analyzes thinning and hair loss
Thick and healthy-looking hair is a sign of good health. Studies show that the common hair concerns are thinning and hair loss. This is mostly attributed to stress, which affects diet and hormones, while others point to heat, styling products, pollution and other external factors. Aveda’s new pop-up store in Greenbelt 5 carries its own advanced hair and scalp analysis technology where customers can find out the best personalized solution for their hair concern with every visit. Aveda’s hair and scalp analysis technology takes an in-depth view of the condition of one’s scalp, specifically the overall scalp health, hair density and pores. The beauty advisors, known as the scalp expert daymakers, will analyze the results and any scalp imbalance, then provide product recommendations that can address the issue. Customers can test out the recommended products before purchasing. [caption id="attachment_183894" align="aligncenter" width="1600"] AVEDA’S hair and scalp analysis technology takes an in-depth view of one’s scalp condition.[/caption] The high-performance vegan and cruelty-free haircare brand has developed a wide range of products that can serve as a solution for every hair concern, such as the Botanical RepairTM for damaged hair, NutriplenishTM for dry hair, Color ControlTM for colored hair (the newest Scalp SolutionsTM for scalp care) and the Invati AdvancedTM for hair loss. [caption id="attachment_183896" align="aligncenter" width="525"] Photographs courtesy of AvedaWITH proper hair care, users won’t have to worry about thinning hair anymore.[/caption] “This analysis does what we can’t do on a day-to-day basis,” says Justine Qui, Luxasia Philippines assistant brand manager. “There are so many external factors that contribute to hair loss. At Aveda, we’ve discovered a plant-powered solution that not only prevents further hair loss, but rejuvenates the scalp and thickens the hair’s diameter using biotech natural ingredients. With proper hair care, like using the Invati AdvancedTM three-step system, we never have to worry about thinning hair anymore.” Aveda products are also available via Lazada and through partner retailers Rustans.com, Zalora and Look stores. The post New pop-up store analyzes thinning and hair loss appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
Malcolm Gladwell explains what makes the new generation tick
How are people interacting with the world today? Renowned Canadian writer and bestselling author Malcolm Gladwell, as keynote speaker of SM Supermalls’ Tenant-Partners Summit held on Monday, 4 September, posed this question to explain how retailers may reach the younger market. [caption id="attachment_179648" align="aligncenter" width="525"] Malcolm Gladwell (Photo by Dinah S. Ventura)[/caption] “People in the past recognized a hierarchy,” he said. When it comes to engaging the youth in the previous generations, there was always a “leader, an ideology and strategy.” Social movement in the social media age had radically changed things so that mass participation is no longer ruled by the same concept. Nowadays, it’s about people connecting on social media and showing up for some kind of protest or participation. “My generation’s default was the hierarchy,” said Gladwell, who just turned another year older the day before the event held at SMX Convention Center in Pasay City. “The new generation’s default is the network,” he added. “I don’t think a hierarchy or a network is better or worse. What we need is to understand.” In celebration of SM’s 65th anniversary, Gladwell visited Manila along with Emma Chiu, global director of Wunderman Thompson, a creative agency. Gladwell, as information in the SM website states, “is known for his skills in simplifying complex concepts and making them appealing, engaging and accessible." He is recognized for his New York Times bestsellers: “Outliers,” “The Tipping Point,” “Blink”, and “What the Dog Saw.” Chiu, meanwhile, “takes charge of producing thought-leadership macro trend reports, including the popular almanac, ‘The Future 100.’” Currently operating 83 malls in the Philippines and seven malls in China, SM Supermalls aims to have 100 malls by 2026, a feat they see possible with partnerships with “the world’s best retailers,” among other factors including engaging today’s diverse market. The post Malcolm Gladwell explains what makes the new generation tick appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
Best-selling author Malcolm Gladwell all set to visit Manila
In celebration of SM’s 65th Anniversary, prominent Canadian writer Malcolm Gladwell will visit Manila as Keynote Speaker of SM Supermalls’ Tenant-Partners Summit on September 4, 2023, at the SMX Convention Center Manila. Mr. Gladwell is known for his skills in simplifying complex concepts and making them appealing, engaging, and accessible. He is recognized for his New York Times bestsellers: “Outliers,” “The Tipping Point,” “Blink,” and “What the Dog Saw”. [caption id="attachment_177233" align="aligncenter" width="768"] “Outliers: The Story of Success” examines the factors that contribute to high levels of success. Photo from Little, Brown and Company.[/caption] [caption id="attachment_177234" align="aligncenter" width="768"] “The Tipping Point: How Little Things Can Make a Big Difference” sets out to explain the "mysterious" sociological changes that mark daily life. Photo from Little, Brown and Company.[/caption] He will be joined by Emma Chiu, Global Director of Wunderman Thompson, a creative agency. Annually, Ms. Chiu takes charge of producing thought-leadership macro trend reports, including the popular almanac, “The Future 100”. [caption id="attachment_177235" align="aligncenter" width="2560"] Emma Chiu is the global director of Wunderman Thompson Intelligence, an innovation think-tank.[/caption] [caption id="attachment_177236" align="aligncenter" width="1681"] "The Future 100: Trends and Change to Watch in 2023," provides the most interesting themes to keep an eye on. Photo from Wunderman Thompson Intelligence.[/caption] With 83 malls operating in the Philippines and seven malls in China, SM Supermalls champions Micro-, Small, and Medium Enterprises. The shopping mall operator aims to become Asia's most popular mall chain through partnerships with the world’s best retailers. The post Best-selling author Malcolm Gladwell all set to visit Manila appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
The new landlord: Renting out property
It is no small task to take on the role of a "landlord." Renting out your house comes with challenges and responsibilities, especially for first-time landlords. There are plenty of issues to consider, like getting good tenants, marketing your property, rental payments, addressing tenant issues, and many more. Committed to providing investors with sound investment opportunities, SM Development Corporation (SMDC) has officially launched its leasing and tenancy management arm, SMDC Good Stays, and opened its very first office last July 21 at Air Mall, right within the complex of SMDC's Air Residences off Ayala Avenue in Makati City. Intending to help investors realize the potential of their real estate investments, SMDC Good Stays provides end-to-end leasing and tenancy management services that allow unit owners to maintain and monetize their units professionally. A partner in enriching lives Renting out a property comes with the responsibility of curating a functional and enjoyable living experience for tenants. To ensure higher occupancy rates, lessors must provide tenants feel support during their stay. Whether they rent to relocate for work, move closer to school, build their family roots, or go through life's transitions. [caption id="attachment_169481" align="aligncenter" width="624"] SMDC Good Stays offers comprehensive leasing and tenancy management services to ensure a prosperous and hassle-free investment experience with SMDC.[/caption] With SMDC Good Stays, investors no longer have to worry about the complexities of attracting reliable tenants, preparing for tenant occupancy, or ensuring that their property and tenants are cared for. The leasing arm takes charge of all aspects — from property marketing, tenant sourcing, unit fit-out assistance, contract preparation, and documentation to facilitating general cleaning, repairs, and maintenance. Opportunities abound According to a Q2 2023 Leechiu Property Consultants (LPC) Inc report, the residential sector will remain resilient. As more and more companies revert to a work-from-office set-up, and thanks to the increased office take-up from the BPO and IT-BPM industries, demand from renters is likely to remain strong. Boundless opportunities, therefore, await investors who choose to ride this growth momentum. According to David Leechiu, Co-Founder and CEO of LPC, data shows rental rates of SMDC developments are competitively-priced, making SMDC properties the top choice in the rental market. At the core of this strong stance is SMDC's award-winning business model that continues to make SMDC properties appealing to renters — prime locations; spacious, hotel-like lobbies; health-oriented, resort-style amenities; professional property management services; and most of all, streamlined and efficient customer experience. Tried and tested A professional leasing management partner is a must, especially for investors who want to minimize the stress of renting out a unit. Jeremias Delos Reyes, a Hawaii-based engineer and investor of Air Residences, says the peace of mind, convenience, and returns of having a credible team to manage your leasing business is incomparable. "As an overseas Filipino, having a trustworthy leasing management arm for my home property was paramount. SMDC Good Stays not only had a physical office [ensuring legitimacy], but their responsive agents also ensured a smooth process [and] took care of everything [for me]. Within two to three months, my property was generating passive income," Delos Reyes shared. Embark on a fulfilling investment journey with SMDC, and discover why SMDC Good Stays is your trusted and dependable partner in your real estate success. The post The new landlord: Renting out property appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
Harman takes charge with 65
American Brian Harman stormed into a five-shot lead at the British Open on Friday after a faultless 65 left him on 10 under par as bigger names struggled to keep pace......»»
Tribune, Marcos share good gov’t journey (20)
In the days after the devastating typhoon “Yolanda” struck, killing from 6,000 to 10,000 individuals depending on the source of the figure since the administration of the late former President Benigno “Noynoy” Aquino III directed the casualty count be stopped at 6,000 deaths, Daily Tribune tracked then Senator Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. was at Ground Zero several times after the disaster struck on 3 November 2013. BBM arrived in Tacloban City to offer assistance to the “Yolanda” victims on 17 November. The huge swath of devastation caused by the storm surges stunned Marcos, who said the extent of the damage was almost impossible to believe. “They have nothing. They have no homes, they have no water, they have nothing,” he said. Marcos said he came long after the day of devastation so as not to get in the way of the government relief efforts. “We did not want to come because if we had come we would have taken up resources and assets that were sorely needed at the time. You know if you come here, somebody will have to secure you, you will have to have a vehicle, you will have to have a place to stay, they will have to feed you. In the first few days they simply did not have those capabilities so we got out of the way and let people do what they could,” he said. Marcos told Tribune he spent the previous eight days in Manila coordinating the relief sent to donation centers by private donors. The Marcos family brought a ship and their donation of supplies to Surigao since there was congestion in Leyte. Between an Aquino, Romualdez His visit was significant because, among other things, in the heat of the recovery and relief mission, then-Interior Secretary Mar Roxas supposedly uttered to Tacloban City Mayor Alfred Romualdez the infamous line, “You have to understand, you’re a Romualdez and the President is an Aquino,” after city officials complained of the snail-paced government response. Marcos refused to comment on the criticism the government had been too slow and uncoordinated in responding to the devastation. The assessment can come later, he said. Eventually, Marcos commented that those in charge would have to admit to shortcomings. “For now, assisting the victims is of primary importance,” he said. “Could we have done better? Sure. Do we need to do more? Certainly. But this is not the time for all of this finger-pointing. This is the time to put our heads down and help the people who are suffering,” the senator said. Much later, Marcos called for a thorough investigation of the government response, primarily the reported dumping of hundreds of sacks of rice in a deep pit in the remote village of Dagami. “Various reports said the sacks of rice found in the pit bore markings of the NFA (National Food Authority) but there were also plastic bags marked DSWD (Department of Social Welfare and Development) in the same pit,” according to Marcos. “Wasting rice is disgusting enough but if it turns out that these were relief goods, then it’s even more appalling. Somebody should answer for this,” Marcos asserted. Marcos lamented the slow pace of the government’s rehabilitation efforts in areas hardest hit by the typhoon despite billions of pesos allocated in the budget and from international donors. “What is disgusting is the government’s refusal to explain how the funds for ‘Yolanda’ victims were spent!” he fumed. “The government does not feel the need to explain itself in any way; never mind the tens of thousands that still live in makeshift homes, never mind that people have no jobs or sources of livelihood,” Marcos said. He said the late Social Welfare and Development Secretary Corazon “Dinky” Soliman could not wash her hands of responsibility for the wastage. “Soliman had admitted the rice and food packs were from the DSWD warehouses but clarified that they were intended to be distributed to those affected by typhoon ‘Ruby’ and typhoon ‘Glenda’ last year and not for the survivors of super-typhoon ‘Yolanda,’” he noted. According to Soliman, the DSWD is investigating why the relief goods were not given out. “Soliman cannot simply toss the responsibility for this mess to her underlings; she is the one ultimately responsible,” Marcos averred. The Commission on Audit tagged the DWSD for the spoilage of an estimated P2.8-million worth of relief goods intended for distribution to “Yolanda” survivors in 2013. “The DSWD claimed it had learned its lesson and even acquired a mechanized repacking system and yet this unconscionable wastage of relief goods continues to happen,” Marcos deplored. “According to Soliman, the buried goods were no longer fit for human consumption. Initial reports estimated that around 500 sacks of spoiled rice were disposed of in a 10-feet wide, 15-feet deep hole dug in Dagami.” “Can you imagine how many typhoon victims the DSWD could have helped with such an amount of relief goods? Surely, those responsible for this are unfit to be public servants. Someone should be held accountable,” Marcos concluded. (To be continued) The post Tribune, Marcos share good gov’t journey (20) appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
Extreme heat straining health systems: WHO
The extreme heat in the northern hemisphere is putting an increasing strain on healthcare systems, hitting those least able to cope the hardest, the World Health Organization said Wednesday. The WHO said the heat often worsens pre-existing conditions, saying it was particularly concerned about those with cardiovascular diseases, diabetes and asthma. Millions of people across three continents are enduring a sustained spell of dangerous heat on Wednesday as temperature records tumble. "Extreme heat takes the greatest toll on those least able to manage its consequences, such as older people, infants and children, and the poor and homeless," said WHO chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus. "It also puts increased pressure on health systems," he told a news conference. "Exposure to excessive heat has wide-ranging impacts for health, often amplifying pre-existing conditions and resulting in premature death and disability." The WHO was working with the World Meteorological Organization, its fellow Geneva-based UN agency, to support countries in developing hot-weather action plans to coordinate preparedness and reduce the impacts of excessive heat on health, he added. Finding those at risk Maria Neira, the WHO's public health and environment chief, said the agency was particularly concerned about pregnant women and people with diabetes and cardiovascular diseases, and asthma, as air pollution would be part of the problem. Local and national governments needed to identify all those potentially at risk, while hospitals should ensure they had an action plan in place, she added. Neira also said communities needed to get the message out on avoiding sport during the hottest part of the day, finding a cool place indoors, looking out for the vulnerable, and being aware of heat stroke or heat exhaustion. Experts have blamed the heatwaves on climate change, driven by the burning of fossil fuels releasing the greenhouse gas carbon dioxide into the atmosphere. Besides immediate measures to cope with the heat in the coming days, Neira said that in the longer term, countries needed to decarbonise to mitigate the causes of climate change, which is "exacerbating and increasing the frequency, the intensity and the duration of those heatwaves. "That will be helping us to reduce the heatwaves in a very important way." City officials needed to think through their urban planning to ensure people had refuges in times of extreme heat, she added. The UN's WMO weather agency has said repeated high overnight temperatures are a particular health risk because the body is unable to recover from hot days, leading to more heart attacks and deaths. The post Extreme heat straining health systems: WHO appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
LTO to release 5K license cards before SONA
The Land Transportation Office on Monday said it will have 5,000 copies of driver’s license cards arriving from Banner Plasticard, Inc., the new license maker, before President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. delivers his second State of the Nation Address next week. LTO Officer-in-Charge Assistant Secretary Hector Villacorta said the LTO expects to produce 15,000 to 30,000 cards daily within 10 days as part of its commitment to deliver 1 million cards in the next 60 days. “The production of license cards will start with 15,000 to 30,000 plastic cards a day within 10 days, and the promise is within 60 days they can make 1 million plastic cards, so the issue of lack of supply for plastic cards will be history,” he said. The first batch of license cards will be distributed to Overseas Filipino Workers and new driver’s license applicants. “Actually ang nauuna is OFWs and Student Driver’s Permit that mature into Non-pro or Professional license,” said Villacorta. Banner Plasticard, Inc., according to Villacorta, is capable of producing 15,000 to 30,000 cards daily. “I’ve seen the factory here in Pasig and they showed me that they can do 15,000 to 30,000 copies everyday,” he said. On the other hand, driver’s license holders can now access their the electronic copies of licenses via the LTMS Portal. “Napa-aga ‘yung launch because the IRR takes 15 days to take effect. But we just want to assure the public that things are getting back to normal and we have an additional form that is available, the virtual ID,” he said. The virtual ID will be advantageous to OFWs, who may present the digital copy as proof of identification. “Pwede rin ipakita ‘yung e-license so we would have a memo to all enforcers that that should be accepted,” he said. The post LTO to release 5K license cards before SONA appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
TRUE TO ITS NAME
At first blush, Jetour Dashing is that futuristic car you see in the movies screeching to a halt. Stirring up a cloud of dust and dropping off the action hero out to save the world. But in reality, it is the mid-size SUV that’s the star of the show. At least that’s how it is in Jetour Alabang, owned by Rachel Villanueva. [caption id="attachment_155574" align="aligncenter" width="525"] ALL of Jetour’s lineup can be found in its Alabang dealership.[/caption] “People are naturally attracted to the Dashing,” said sales manager Kris de Jesus. “Maybe it’s because of its appearance. It’s every inch dashing.” Its huge, macho grille and futuristic headlights never fail to turn heads. Add that to the 2,720 wheelbase and low-profile ground clearance, then you have an exciting ride that could take on the roughest of weather and road conditions. “Filipinos love good-looking cars,” added De Jesus. “That’s why when they come here, they would first look at Dashing.” The 1.5 Turbo-engine, gas-fed five-seater car is the answer to such popular brands as Tucson and CRV. But what gives Dashing the edge is the P1.329 million price tag that is easily P200,000 lower than that of its rivals. Dashing's features include an intelligent lighting interactive system, a multi-function external rearview mirror, a panoramic sunroof and a hidden-sensing door handle. It also has a smart Rubik's Cube key, soft-touch dashboard, all-in-one sports seats, four-way steering wheel adjustment, and middle-seat armrest, among others. They come in black, white, blue, grey and red. Just two months in operation, Jetour Alabang — located at Phase 1, Block 7 Spectrum District Drive, Filinvest Alabang, Muntinlupa — is the first car dealership for Villanueva who also owns Estetika and Auto Flare. But Villanueva’s partner, Dexter Co, already has several other car distributorships and dealerships. And from De Jesus’ perspective, Jetour’s entry into the Alabang area is such an auspicious event. “We can say that the market is ripe for Chinese cars,” De Jesus said. “The public confidence is there already. That’s why I think we are doing well.” That explains the rise in popularity of the likes of Geely, Foton, MG and Changan which have been giving well-established Western brands a run for their money, so to speak. For Jetour, the key is its engine which Dashing shares with Jetour X70s. It is also very popular among the Jetour lineup, primarily because of its fuel efficiency. Based on after-sales, the Jetour X70 runs 12 kilometers per liter of gasoline. On city-driving at that. “Our X70 is one of the most efficient in fuel economy,” said De Jesus, who added that the 1.5 turbo-engine is just the right balance of fuel efficiency and power. Jetour Alabang offers all four variants of X70 with entry-level selling at P1.09 million, or roughly P100,000 more affordable than other cars in that segment. Yet De Jesus said Jetour Alabang has more: They are offering a P100,000 discount for Jetour X70 as part of their introductory promos. That means a customer can bring home an X70 for only P999,000. Not bad, right? Of course, Jetour Alabang has got more: The wildly popular Ice Cream EV. Jetour’s answer to the call for the environment is steadily making a niche. Thanks to its famous endorsers, the Kramer Family. Ice Cream EV boasts 170 kilometers in one full charge of eight hours. It can be plugged in in regular 220-volt sockets at home. “It comes with a charger that can safely be plugged in at home,” according to De Jesus. “One charge lasting eight hours is equivalent to just P150. That is its main selling point.” That sure is comparable to an ordinary household appliance. The only difference is that Jetour Ice Cream EV takes you places. The colors on offer for the Jetour Ice Cream EV come on, well, ice cream flavors. Namely Strawberry, Blueberry, Matcha and Vanilla. The post TRUE TO ITS NAME appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
PAY DIRT
The Philippines has once again proven its love for motorsports, with the Tarlac Rally leading the charge in bringing back the excitement of rally racing to the country. The season-opening event, which took place on 24 to 25 June found its home at the New Clark City in Capas, Tarlac, a venue famous for hosting the 2019 Southeast Asian Games. During this thrilling event, the New Clark City served a dual purpose, acting as both the parc fermé and service park for the rally. The first round of the Tarlac Rally comprised 11 electrifying special stages. The rally’s transport stages were all found along the O’Donnell Road, which functioned as the main artery of the event. [caption id="attachment_155560" align="aligncenter" width="525"] NEW Clark City serves as venue for the 2023 Tarlac Rally, marking the triumphant return of stage rallying in the country. | Photographs courtesy of Philippine Rallycross Series[/caption] Of the 12 teams that dared to tackle the challenging rally event, only half were successful in crossing the finish arch, marking the completion of the arduous 100-plus kilometer rally. A shining star among the competitors was Paul Santos, the Group 2 classification's champion, and his navigator Ansley Sarmiento. The duo, who have an impressive pedigree in the sport, including titles such as the 2022 Philippine Rallycross Group 3 Champion and 2022 AAP Driver of the Year for Rallycross, drove their No.1 Honda Civic EK to victory, with an overall time of 45 minutes and 14 seconds. Following closely behind in second place were veteran rally driver Jun Magno and navigator Kalvin Sumagui. Magno, driving his 3S-GE Beams-powered BMW E36 in the Rear-wheel-drive class, clocked in at 45 minutes 30 seconds. [caption id="attachment_155562" align="aligncenter" width="525"] THIS 80s model KE70 Toyota Corolla of Devor Andres and Rommel Ocoy takes third place.[/caption] The third spot on the podium was claimed by off-roader and dirt bike rider Devor Andres, alongside co-driver Rommel Ocoy. Despite racing in the oldest car in the rally, a 1980s Toyota Corolla KE70, the duo managed an impressive total rally time of 50:22, earning them the Group 4 win. Completing the top four were Touge Battle race organizers E.Z. Ligaya and Stephen Alunan, who drove the Debest Autofix BMW 316i E36 to finish with a time of 53:14. This Full Throttle Weekend duo not only managed a fourth-place overall finish in the rally but also secured second place in the RWD class. The first place in Group 1 was swept up by Marvin Susara and his navigator Charlie Cruz. They finished fifth overall, just managing to cross the line in their 2NZ-powered Corolla E100 at SS11, with a total rally time of 55:31. The Automobile Association Philippines CEO Mark Desales and co-driver Ricxie dela Cruz also demonstrated determination, finishing the race despite mid-rally challenges. The duo managed a total time of 59:59, securing Group 1's second place and a sixth-overall finish. The 2023 Tarlac Rally wouldn't have been possible without the backing of various organizations and corporations, including the Bases Conversion and Development Authority, New Clark City, Tarlac province, Capas LGU, San Jose LGU, Cleanfuel, Ravenol, Autoplus Sport, Isuzu Philippines Corporation, Accelera Tires, Aguila Auto Glass, AC Delco, JS Mina Sound System, Print & Mount, Method Race Wheels and Tyron Runflat. Their support was integral to bringing back the excitement of rally racing to the Philippines, marking a significant step in the nation's motor sports renaissance. The post PAY DIRT appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»