DISNEY AD FEATURING FILIPINO CHRISTMAS | Disney EMEA Features Filipino Christmas in their recent ad

 Courtesy: Disney EMEA

Disney EMEA (Europe, Middle East, and Africa) brought its first-ever Christmas advertisement with the theme of Filipino Christmas.

The three minute animated video titled “From Our Family To Yours” was an advertisement for their Christmas campaign of Disney EMEA in collaboration with a children's charity organization as they celebrate 40 years of their partnership.

This advertisement shows a heart whelming story of how a Filipino celebrates Christmas. It also features easter eggs that symbolize Filipino Heritage, from simbang gabi, pagmamano, parol, heirlooms, and families coming together. Nostalgia plays a pivotal role in explaining cultural diversity and how people celebrate Christmas, thus the Philippines is the best representation in centering family togetherness.

Behind this amazing animation was Angela Affinita, Disney EMEA’s in-house creative team leader, director of brand marketing, and creative along with the support of Flux Animation Studios. This was a representation of Angela Affinita’s personal experience and her relationship with her grandmother. They also manage to reach out to cultural consultants in the Philippines to ensure the accuracy of Philippine culture.

Angela Affinita stated, “We knew having a story that placed tradition and togetherness at its heart would make it feel relevant and relatable to people all over the world”. Disney added, The vintage Mickey Mouse Holiday soft toy seen in the advert is available to buy at Disney Stores and online at shopDisney across EMEA.

It is currently being aired on Television and Disney channels in 26 countries in EMEA, as well as Australia, New Zealand, North America, and parts of Asia. #DisneyEMEA #DisneyAD #DisneyPhilippines

AT LAST IT'S A GIRL: A COUPLE WITH 14 BOYS NOW WELCOMES A BABY GIRL, Maggie Jayne

After almost three decades and 15 tries, on November 5, 2020, Kateri and Jay Schwandt with the age of 45  finally embrace and welcome their newly born baby girl “Maggie Jayne” who weighed at 7lb 8oz. 

The couple has blessed with 14 sons -- Tucker, Zach, Drew, Brandon, Tommy, Vinny, Calvan, Gabe, Wesley, Charlie, Luke, Tyler, Francisco, and Finley.

The family has been featured and making headlines for years in local and international news every time they welcome their newborn baby.  They even have a live streaming program called The 14 Outdoorsmen.

Jay Schwandt said, “We are overjoyed and beyond excited to add Maggie Jayne to our family,". He also added  "This year has been memorable in so many ways, for so many reasons, but Maggie is the greatest gift we could ever imagine.p0

The couple began dating during their high school freshman years. The following years after that, they wed in 1993 before going to Ferris State University. Before they graduated, they already had three sons.

Both of them graduated earning advanced degrees. Jay is a lawyer and an owner of a land surveying business, who holds a law degree from Western Michigan University’s Thomas M Cooley Law School, while Kateri holds a master’s degree in social work from  Grand Valley State University

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NEWLY CROWNED MISS TEEN USA 2020 KI'ILANI ARRUDA OF HAWAII

The competition was held and aired on November 7, Saturday from Elvis Presley's Graceland in Memphis, Tennessee. Furthermore, the organizers ensure the safety of the people involved in the said event despite the global pandemic crisis. 

Winning answer

Q: What has experiencing a global pandemic taught you about life?

Answer: Wow, of course, this global pandemic is very unprecedented and has taught me a lot about life. For me especially, is taught me to appreciate my family. I got spend so much time with my family my little sister and my little brother, I love them dearly and I know that soon in spring I will be going off to college and I won’t have those precious moments with them, so really just to cherish those around me and really just,  It’s so honorable that I get to represent my home of Hawaii so just being at home it’s so wonderful, thank you.

Photo courtesy of Miss Teen USA Organization 

Out of 50 competitors, Arruda has claimed the title together with the first-runner up to Miss Oregon Shayla Montgomery and second-runner up Miss Georgia Shayla Jackson. She was also the second Hawaiian who won the title of Miss Teen USA. The first was Kelly Hu, a former model and a winner for Miss teen USA 1985, Miss Hawaii USA 1993 and also played a role on “X-men United” as a supervillain named “Lady Deathstrike”.

Photo courtesy of Miss Teen USA Organization 

Ki'ilani Arruda was currently a freshman at the University of Puget Sound getting learned about molecular and cellular biology. Arruda is also caring when it comes to her family and especially to her younger brother who was diagnosed with autistic at the age of two, and because of that. She took a stand in advocating for autism awareness in the pageant of Miss Teen USA 2020.

She will now represent the country of the USA and will strive for the title of  Miss Universe 2020. The organizers of Miss Universe haven't released any data or news about when and where the pageant will happen.

Seji Dela Masa, TGVO

Zia Dantes Dressed up as Disney's Princess Jasmine of Aladdin for Halloween

Zia Dantes makes Marian Rivera proud as she dressed up as Princess Jasmine of Aladin for Her school's virtual Halloween.

Zia Dantes made her mommy proud again when she slayed as Disney Princess for Halloween.

In her Instagram post, Marian Rivera shared how proud she is of her daughter.

Zia was dressed up as Princess Jasmine of Disney for her school's virtual Halloween party.

She looked so adorable with her costume.

Marian can't help but to share Zia's photos on Instagram.

Zia is now 4 years old and turning 5 on November 23.

 

2 Guards Returned Lost P200,000

Two security personnel of the Pampanga provincial government has returned the lost Php 200,000 they found inside a toilet at the capitol on Wednesday, October 28, 2020.

The owner, Reynaldo Carlos was tracked down by the two security personnel, Jason Jimenez and Kailo Enrile through the receipt they found in a white paper bag that contained the cash.

The guards found the paper bag during their regular inspection in the area. They immediately handed over the money to the Office of the Governor where the total amount was determined and secured. 

The two said they returned the money because the governor instructed the capitol employees to be honest and hardworking. 

"Sa hirap ng buhay, pinatunayan lang nila na may mabubuting tao sa panahon ngayon," Gov. Dennis Pineda said in a statement. 

The two have been recommended for promotion.

Source: Inquirer.net

 

 

 

Bonakid Raffle Draw Winner May 22, 2020 | TGVO

Congratulations to our lucky winner who won a total of 7 - 400g packs of Bonakid 1-3 years old

On May 22, we have gathered all the names of the participants who joined our raffle contest a week ago and raffle it off last Friday using a randomizer. Watch how it went from the video below:

Sheryl Ortiz, who was the lucky winner posted her thank you message on her Facebook account and said "God will make a way when there seems to be no way. He works in a way we can not see."

It's great to know that we are able to help someone or a family by simply sharing the good vibes to the world. Your simple thank you is already enough to encourage us to continue our advocacy - keep spreading the good vibes.

On behalf of the TGVO team, we say Thank You too in giving us a chance to show you and your family that there's always a reason for you to smile and be happy about.

Keep your faith in God and your burden in life will never be that heavy. 

LOOK: Cuddle Curtain in the UK, Used to Hug Loved Ones Amid Social Distancing Measures

A man in the United Kingdom has invented a Cuddle Curtain to hug loved ones as social distancing rule remains in place.

Antony Cauvin’s innovative concept serves as a solution to the distance COVID-19 has set to prevent the coronavirus from spreading, hence, keeping us away from our loved ones.

He has remodeled a shower curtain to look like a sweater with closed sleeves that looked like arms. That way he will be able to hug his grandmom without skin to skin contact, nor even breath.

His wife, Miriam Cauvin shared the video in their personal Facebook account that has now amassed 70k reactions and 173k shares.

Watch the touching video from here and share if you like:

Tricycles in Malolos, Back to Operations on Monday

Tricycles in Malolos, Bulacan can go back to operations starting Monday according to LGU

Tricycles in the City of Malolos in Bulacan are now allowed to go back to operations starting Monday, May 18 according to Mayor Gilbert Gatchalian.

In a meeting with the Mayor and several transport groups MMSITODA, BMPMJODA, FETODAMBI, PEJODAMCI at FETODAMBI in Malolos; they tackled the guidelines that the tricycle drivers have to follow when they are back to operations. 

The following guidelines must be observed and followed by the drivers in order to be able to operate:

1. Tricycle drivers can operate starting on Monday until Saturday in accordance with the agreed odd-even scheme.
2. Tricycle drivers do not need to carry a Quarantine Pass. They must have the official ID from the association where they belong. 
3. Tricycle drivers can only pick up passengers from the designated terminals. The passengers, however, can send a text message to the number assigned by the association.
4. COLORUM units, drivers below 21 years old, and drivers who are 60 years old and above are not allowed to operate.
5. One passenger per tricycle policy only. 
6. A handwashing area must be available in each terminal, together with frequent disinfection to be lead by Malolos CDRRMO. 

Source: Ronda Balita, May 15,2020

Good News: Covid 19 Treatment, Now Available by Doc Willie Ong

Remdesivir - Proven to Cure and Prevent COVID-19, Approved by US FDA by Doc Willie Ong

Doc Willie Ong's recent post on his Youtube channel revealed that a treatment to cure COVID-19 is now available and is US FDA approved.

Remdesivir underwent a scientific trial globally which was conducted by the US National Institutes of Health on 22 countries with more than a thousand patients and found to be very effective not just to cure but also to prevent the coronavirus disease.

Below are a few parts that were transcribed from the video post:

Good news po. Finally mayroon na tayong unang gamutan para sa COVID-19. Tunay po 'to hindi 'to fake news. Hindi ako maglalabas ng fake news.

Hinintay talaga natin iyong magandang scientific trial sa buong mundo at lumabas na resulta ng Remdesivir COVID-19 treatment. Maraming tine-test pero ito yung unang nag-positive. Ginawa 'to ng US National Institutes of Health, sila ang nag-gawa ng study...22 countries, 1 thousand plus pasyente. Nakita nila yung mga nabigyan ng Remdesivir, itong antiviral na gamot, 11 days lang magaling na. Pero yung hindi nabigyan yung mga placebo, placebo parang tubig lang yan eh. Para lang i-check kung mas maganda ba 'to kaysa sa wala. 'Pag placebo pag walang binigay na gamot, yung mga ibang gamot lang ang binibigay 15 days ang recovery.
Ibig sabihin, 4 days better. 4 days wala sa ventilator. 4 days maagang nakakalabas sa ospital. At ito po para sa mga doctors...maganda yung P-value niya sa mga epidemiologist .001, ibig sabihin proven siya. Ang kailangan na P-value namin lagi namin tinitignan yan... .05. Basta naka-.05 ka, statistically, panalo yung gamot mo. Hindi ito tsamba, hindi ito hula, tunay. Ito .001 ibig sabihin, very proven siya. 

Pagdating naman sa mortality rate, hindi naman 'to ang primary end point...nakita nila pag-Remdesivir, mas hindi rin namamatay...8%. Kumpara sa placebo, 11.6% ang namamatay. Pero nung chineck nila statistically, .059. Kulang ng kaunti. .05 sumobra lang siya ng konti. Pero yung trend, papunta sa less ang namamatay sa Remdesivir. Siguro kung mas malaki yung study, mas matagal pa.

Ito po nireport na ng US. Yung expert nila head ng NIH nila si Dr. Fauci, sabi niya significant new finding at "clear cut" may benepisyo na 'tong Remdesivir. Magiging standard of care na 'to. Ibig sabihin basta pasyenteng may COVID, severe COVID nasa ospital, kailangan mong bigyan ng Remdesivir. Kung doctor ka kailangan mong bigyan. Kasi pag hindi mo binigyan, bawal na. Kasi naproved na ng malaking trial na walang daya, walang bias na mas nakakagaling.

Sasabihin ng iba, "ah doc 31% better lang. Konti lang better". Kahit konti lang better, pwede na 'yan kasi umpisa pa lang. Sabi nga ni Dr. Fauci, parang yung nangyari sa HIV. Kasama din siya dun sa nag-test ng gamot sa HIV. Dati pag HIV-AIDS, death sentence walang gamot. Sinubukan nila ung AZT na gamot. Medyo gumanda parang ganito. Tapos yung unang gamot sa HIV, AZT, dinagdagan pa ng pangalawang gamot, pangatlong gamot. Paganda ng paganda.

Ngayon mayroon na tayong unang bala, unang pamatay sa COVID...31% better. Mayroon pa tayong hahabulin na ibang percent na mas mabilis gumaling...magdadagdag pa ng mga ibang ngayon. Sa mga susunod na trials, hindi na pwede ang placebo. Kailang basta COVID bibigyan mo ng Remdesivir, dagdagan mo pa ng ibang gamot. Second drug, third drug, ilalaban mo sa Remdesivir alone.

Nireport na ni Dr. Fauci sa America sa President nila...sabi nga niya parang yung nangyari dati sa HIV trial, very significant 'to. 15 days pag placebo ka...pag walang ibigay. Pag Remdesivir, 11 days. At very significant sa 1 thousand plus. Mortality rate pagwalang Remdesivir 11.6%, ito 8% (Remdesivir) at 22 countries. U.S. I think 41 states at may 21 other countries sa Europe, sa Asia...at ang maganda dito, na-review siyang maigi. Mayroon pang Independent Data and Safety Monitoring Board. Ibig sabihin, hindi yung mga kasali sa trial ang nagmomonitor. Mayroong taga-bantay na indipendent na nanghuhuli kung nadadaya ba yung data, mayroon bang bias, at nagsabi yung board nung April 27. Nakita nila after several weeks, yung mga nabigyan ng Remdesivir, mas gumagaling. Kaya sabi ng board, itigil na yung trial. Anong ibig sabihing tigil na? Itigil na kasi sobra ng panalo ang Remdesivir. Sobra na siyang maganda. Let's say 500 naka-Remdesivir mas gumagaling, 500 naka-placebo mas mahaba ang sakit, sabi nila, hinid na ethical. Labag na sa konsensya na ituloy pa yung trial kasi panalong panalo na 'to. Lahat ng naka-placebo, bibigyan na nila ngayongng gamot. Ibig sabihin sure win na at hindi na haka-haka lang. Kasi yan ang gusto natin sa Science. Dapat, mahirap 'tong sakit, kailangan 100% proven tayo.

Ngayon marami na sila ipapagawang gamot na ganito. At itong gamot na ito, na-prove na kaya niyang i-block yung virus. Ito yung unang gamot na nagpatunay na kaya niyan i-block (yung COVID).

 

• Doc Willie Ong has a Facebook and Youtube page that he uses as a platform to give medical advice and health tips to millions of followers
• He is a doctor that specializes Cardiology

Sources: 

Rappler, Doc Willie Ong profile
Youtube, Doc Willie Ong channel

7 Things to Do to Beat the Heat in the Midst of Lockdown

Let's beat the heat!

Summer really isn't over and the heat is still felt all throughout the Philippines. Despite the rain forecast and the approaching rainy season, the temperature is yet to go down. It's even harder since most parts of the Philippines are in lockdown due to the coronavirus. People are not allowed to go out to visit the mall and get some fresh, moist, and cold air. 

But hey! The TGVO team is here to bring you some good vibes! 

We've listed down 7 things that could help your body escape the burning heat of the sun. Let's beat the heat together!

1. Drink Plenty of Water
   
   
   On a humid and hot place, our body tends to sweat a lot even if we don't do anything that can cause mild to severe dehydration. Drinking plenty of water even before you feel thirsty helps our body to recover the fluid that's lost through sweating, while it also helps to lower our body temperature.
   
   
2. Stay Cool
   
   
   While drinking plenty of water lowers down our body temperature, staying cool by using a fan or air-conditioner also helps in keeping our temperature low enough for us to feel comfortable. Besides, it isn't only you who will benefit from using fans or air-conditioners but also the people who are stuck with you at home. 
   
   
3. Take a Shower
   
   
   We know that the heat makes some people lazy but come on man, taking a bath or a shower isn't a hard thing to do. Although the main purpose why people have to take a bath daily is to get us to germ-free and clean, it also helps our body temperature go down. Another benefit of taking a cold bath is it energizes our body.
4. Wear a hat or bring an umbrella when going outside
   
   Being stuck at home without a fan or air-conditioner already makes us feel really hot. What more if we go outside without any protection? Using a hat and/or umbrella while walking under the heat of the sun helps to block the sun'ss rays. When using an umbrella, choose the one that is double coated and dark in color. The black one is the best as it absorbs most of the sun's rays. Isn't it great that umbrellas are used not only during the rainy season? 
5. Avoid soda or caffeinated drinks
   
   According to a post on CBS Detroit, drinking soda or caffeinated drinks on a hot summer day is not advisable as it may trigger serious health problems. If you are someone with heart disease or respiratory problems, drinking soda is not good for you. Most of these drinks have multiple types of diuretics in them which cause you to lose a significant amount of water. Drinking a lot of water is still top of the list. 
6. Wear lightweight clothes
   
   When choosing something to wear on a hot summer day, choose those that are light weighted and light in color. The best option is to wear something that's made of wool, cotton, and linen. Clothes that are pastel in color or those that are in the lighter end of the spectrum like beige, white, and gray are also the best as those absorb less sunray/heat than the dark ones.
7. Eat cold foods like fruits and salad
   
   Fruits don't just offer vitamins and minerals but also a source of water. The best example is watermelon, cantaloupe, melon, strawberry, and more. A cucumber that's mostly used in salads, on the other hand, has a cooling effect and cooling properties that do not just refreshes our body, but also good for the skin. 

Kylie, Testing Stormi’s Patience with a Candy Challenge

Stormi sings, "Patience, patience, patience."

The Kardashian-Jenner family is one of the famous families in the states. They are well-known for their make-up lines and reality tv show - Keeping up with the Kardashians that gained millions of followers throughout the years.

Kylie Jenner, the youngest and a self-made billionaire has a two-year-old daughter, Stormi Webster. Stormi was born on February 1, 2018. 

Due to their family's popularity, Stormi has to face the camera at such a very young age as her cousins. You probably think that she does not have any rules to follow because of their lavish lifestyle. Well, you guess it wrong.

Kardashian moms are one of the strictest moms you’ll ever meet. Social media is one of the important things to them but that doesn’t hinder them from being a hands-on parent. Kim, Kourtney, Kylie, and Khloe has their own rules their kids need to follow. So Kylie and Travis Scott (Stormi’s Father) decided to test their daughter.

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A post shared by Kylie 🤍 (@kyliejenner) on May 11, 2020 at 8:39pm PDT

Kylie was secretly filming Stormi to test how patient she is on her recent Instagram post. Kylie talked to Stormi and said she can have three chocolates BUT she has to wait until Kylie comes back from the bathroom. 

If you watch the video, Stormi was almost tempted to get some chocolates from the bowl but she stopped. You will hear her say or sing, "patience, patience, patience." 

She's able to keep herself still and didn't run out of patience. When Kylie came back, Stormi was too excited that she can finally get her reward. Kylie asked if she waited and Stormi responded "Yeah." In the end, Kylie gave Stormi what she was promised. 

What a wonderful kid! 

The video went viral with over 45 million views on Instagram and has trended in other social media platforms.

One twitter user comment: 

“If I’m pregnant by the end of the year, blame Kylie Jenner and her daughter Stormi!”

Despite all the riches their family has, Stormi could have everything to be a spoiled girl but Kylie wants it different. They may have millions of dollars and extravagant lifestyles but today, Kylie and Stormi taught us that it's not about the money but about the manner and education that you teach your children. Stormi could have easily grab the treats, but she followed her mom's order. She really has a lot of self-control and patience.

Love, Tea - The Newest Milk Tea Craze in the Metro

Milk Tea first arrived in the Philippines on December, 09, 2008. Serenity was the first-ever shop to open and officially introduced bubble tea to us. Even before the craze started, Chowking has been selling Nai Cha, a traditional Hongkong milk tea made with black tea and evaporated milk sans pearl. As the trend continues, the number of people who love milk tea grew, as well as the flavors and shops.  One of them is Love, Tea.

Love, Tea is a store where they serve different kinds of tea, such as bubble tea and fruit tea. 

It was launched on May 29, 2019, and is own by Jean Talya Millano - a successful event planner, party and wedding coordinator, and a Milk Tea Master.

In an interview with Jean, we asked her why she chose to start a Milk Tea business?

"Milk tea craze got us as well. We love it and also tried different flavors of different brands. As the number of people who loves milk tea grows, we saw its business opportunity and learned how to make it, thus Love, Tea".

Why Love, Tea?

"We have our events management business called "Lots of Love Events" where we plan and coordinate events such as weddings, debuts, corporate events, etc. We aligned its name from our main business to make it cohesive."

So what makes Love, Tea different from other milk tea brands?

"Our difference among other brands is that we are always ensuring that we provide the best products we can offer by using high-grade materials, supplemented with good customer service."

Jean also told TGVO that their main inspiration is to help more working students and share the goodness of their milk tea to our community at an affordable price but with superb quality. 

What is your Bestseller?

"Our customers love our version of Cream Cheese Oreo Milktea, Dark Choco, and Wintermelon."

Chocozilla is the newly added flavor to their Elite Milktea Series. They also have their Loyalty Program where you can avail freebies through frequent buying. Also, their 1-Liter size is back and it will be for good. 

Oh I can't wait to visit their store and have a sip of my favorite milk tea!
What are you waiting for? Order now! 

Check out Love, Tea at the following store locations:

72 Llano Rd, Caloocan City - 12noon to 10 pm

Paraiso Street Sampaguita Subdivision- 11 am to 8 pm

or place an order online via their Facebook Page or Instagram. Online orders will be delivered via Lalamove and Grab bike. 

TRENDING: Nadine's cryptic birthday message for James Reid

Netizens, mostly fans of power couple #Jadine, set the social media on fire after Nadine Lustre posted on Instagram an old photo of her with James Reid and captioned it with a  🌱"seedling emoticon".  

As of  7pm on May 11, 2020, Nadine's Instagram post has amassed 635,712 likes.

The photo trended along with the hashtag #JAMES27REIDyYears on Twitter.

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A post shared by 小宮希美 🦂 (@nadine) on May 10, 2020 at 9:46pm PDT

#Jadine Fans were quick to pick up the message and took on other social media platforms to show their support and excitement.  Twitter user @Elites2X wrote:

"Sabi ni google yan walang basagan ng trip kase nauna na kayo.  The seedling emoji- generally conveys new beginnings or starting over.  It's the same as saying "Let's start from scratch!"

Another twitter user @jvsaysson wrote:

" Is it true or nah??? Juskooo!!! Talagang sinearch ko 'to!!! .  The butterfly is from another post of Nadine",

the twitter user pointed out that in some cultures it could mean as a fresh start.

Whether the #Jadine is getting back together or not, they are surely giving us hope amidst the ongoing pandemic. Not only for loyal Jadine fans but also for ordinary people like me.

Gee!!! My OTWOLista heart is thumping haha.