CAMPI reps win PH's first road safety driving competition

CAMPI reps win PH's first road safety driving competition

TAGUIG, Philippines—A team of two representatives from the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines, Inc. (CAMPI) bested 9 other mixed teams from the Automobile Association of the Philippines (AAP), Autohub, Kotse.com, Metro Manila Development Authority (MMDA), Nissan Motor Philippines, Philippine National Police Highway Patrol Group (PNP-HPG), Safety Organization of the Philippines  (SOPI), and Smart Driving School at the Drive City kick-off last July 15.

Photo courtesy of GMCI

“It's a huge recognition for a safety consultant like me,” says Ronald Canicosa, who won first place along with Albert Concepcion, also from CAMPI. The pair won the top spot after their driving and navigation skills rated best in the country's first ever live-traffic driving competition based on safety.

Organized by Total (Philippines) Corporation as part of its campaign to promote road safety, Drive City took drivers through a technical route across Metro Manila, where they were given tasks that challenged their road safety skills.  . Unlike usual driving competitions that places emphasis on speed, Drive City focuses on strategy, driving style, and safety.

“Safety is a commitment here at Total and in the country, road safety is, sadly, taken for granted. This is why Drive City aims to promote greater awareness on the importance of road safety and ultimately, strengthen our community of safe road users,” says Malou Espina, Total (Philippines) Corporation Manager for Corporate Communications.

In the Philippines, statistics from the MMDA and the PNP-HPG reveal that a total of 1,833 persons were killed, while almost 29,000 people were injured in the 85,820 road accidents recorded in 2011. In relation to this, road accidents have also been ranked by the Department of Health (DoH) as the fourth top cause of death in the country, next to heart disease, leukemia, and cancer.[1]

Following the success of Drive City's initial leg with government agencies and industry partners, Total is set to bring the revolutionary competition to the general public. “Driving like a pro means driving safely,” says Espina. “So we encourage every Filipino driver—both private and public—to bring their A-Game on the road and conquer the streets of Metro Manila…one traffic sign at a time.”

Drive City is supported by the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA), Philippine National Police-Highway Patrol Group (PNP-HPG), Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines, Inc. (CAMPI), Automobile Association of the Philippines (AAP), Safety Organization of the Philippines, Inc. (SOPI) and sponsored by Autohub, SMART Driving School, Nissan Motors Philippines, Inc. with its online media partner, Kotse.Com.

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Total (Philippines) Corporation is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Total SA France, the world’s fifth largest integrated oil and gas company, with activities in more than 130 countries (www.total.com).  In the country, Total operates a network of 176 service stations nationwide. Drive City, a program of Total (Philippines) Corporation, is a test of road IQ, strategy and driving skills. To know more about it, visit <www.totaldrivecity.com>.

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[1]              “ADB warns of rising road accidents,” Business World, April 10, 2012 (http://www.bworldonline.com/content.php?section=Motoring&title=ADB-warns-of-rising-road-accidents&id=49704

Imbeciles Can Exists Right Within My Own Walls

A good friend started a thread in one of my affiliation's Facebook group. For the benefit of the parties involved, including the moron, I will held their names anonymous.

 

Friend: Nakakadisyamaya ang mga AKIBISTA natin. Parang ang tahimik pagdating sa issue ng Spratly's Islands issue. Dapat nga mas mag-ingay tayo ngayon dahil masyado nang nabubusabos ang bansa natin at tinatapakan na ang ating soberenya biang isang estado. Nasa'n na kaya sila?

Moderator: hindi maganda gagawa ng sweeping statements. kasi di naman natin alam talaga ang ginagawa ng marami. kung nanlulumo man dahil sa nakikitang mga "hindi dapat" e di gumawa ka ng hakbang. wag ng maghintay pa sa mga aktibista. maki alyado ka sa ibang gumagawa ng mga hakbang. kami dito yan ang usapin namin nitong naka raang buwan. yan ang tinututukan namin ngayon. magsimula sa research at education ng grupo. tapos gumawa na ng mga pagkilos. wag mawalan ng tiwala. may mga kumikilos kang kapatid!

 Friend: ok count me in sa actions ninyo :) God bless po

Me(To Friend):  Agree ako sa iyo. Marami kasi aktibista na peke dyan. Reklamo lang ng reklamo. Ilan lang yung kilala talaga na tunay na tibak(activist).

 Imbecile:(entered my friend's thread/discussion is now addressing to me and my friend directly.): Why throwing the blame to the "activists" you are referring to. Why don't you ask yourself, "what could or would I do re: this or that issue?". Do you know everything what those "activists" are doing or do you know all about their activities and plans? Who are you to blame those people? Do you have the moral ascendancy over them? Do you know who are the true and who are the fakes? Or you're referring to yourself- "Reklamo lang ng reklamo"

Me: Obviously, you misunderstood my statement since it's in Tagalog. I was referring to those who are fake that are pretending to be activists because there are only few activists that are considered true. I was not blaming the real activists.

The Imbecile:  Even written in Tagalog, I am sure I got it correctly: "Nakakadisyamaya ang mga AKIBISTA natin. Parang ang tahimik pagdating sa issue ng Spratly's Islands issue." Isn't that a form of "REKLAMO"? Must every activist tell you what are they doing from time to time? Are you 100% certain that they are "tahimik" re: the issue {My friend} had mentioned here? Do you actually know the "few activists that are considered true"? If not...then what is the basis of your statement?

Me:  You are mixing my friend's statement with mine. I thought I was clear earlier when I responded back. The real activists knows the issues. There are those who are just pretending and just simply rant and rant are not considered activists. Not all those who are present in rallies and demonstrations knows why are they there. Usually, it's the organizers that are only ones aware of the issues. Just to be clear, I am not bashing at the activists.

The Imbecile: .

(The imbecile just replied with a mere "period " This made me really furious.)

Me: What the hell was that? A dot? I was just wasting my time with you.(Before this comment was requested to delete).

Moderator:  Thats was uncalled for. This is a public forum of our group. Please delete your last comment or I will ask the admin to delete it.The period means enough said. You made your point. (This comment was also deleted. This moderator was also a moron.)

 Moron Moderator: thanks mark. sometimes it takes a real brave person to take the high road. hats off ako sa'yo!

(I don't give a crap that for the flattery because the moron took the side of the imbecile.I guess they flock together)

Me(To the moron moderator):  Point taken. It would have been clear if words were used instead of a mere period.

 Imbecile: Period.

Moron Moderator:  May poem akong hinahanap tungkol sa mga aktibista. Ng una kong mabasa ito, tumulo talaga ang luha ko. Ang title nito ay "Pakamahalin ninyo ang aktibista." Meron ba kayong kopya nito?

(The Moron Moderator changed topic after this. The Moron Moderator is in Facebook and yet  was not able to Google it.)

Me(To the imbecile): Forgive me but after all the time I wasted time explaining myself to you. That's all you had to say?

The Imbecile:  Sila ang mga taong marami nang naiambag/nai-contribute sa lipunan pero di natin gaanong pinapansin/napapansin.

May mga panahon ngang itinuturing natin silang basahan, as in, disposable.

Pag pinatay sila, wala tayong pakialam. Ang iba sa atin, minsan, sila pa ang sisihin pag dinukot sila ng militar o kaya’y pinaulanan ng bala ang kanilang mga bahay.

Wala tayong reaksyon kung sunugin man ang bahay nila o pilitin silang pumirma sa mga pekeng dokumento na nagsasabing sila ay rebeldeng sumuko na sa gobyerno.

Sila ang mga tinatawag nating AKTIBISTA.

Mahal na mahal nila tayo at lalo na ang ating bayan kaya naman kahit buhay ay handa nilang ialay sa ating kapakanan.

Nakalulungkot na hindi natin sila matutuhang mahalin nang lubusan.

Sila ang dahilan kung bakit may overtime pay na ngayon.

Sila ang dahilan kung bakit wala nang curfew ngayon.

Sila ang dahilan kung bakit may Christmas bonus, 13th month pay, paid vacation atbp. benepisyo.

Sila ang dahilan kung bakit may “demokrasya” na ngayon, at least, para sa mga maka-gobyerno.

Sila ang dahilan kung bakit 8 hours lang ang maximum na oras ng required na trabaho (dati ay 12 hours ang minimum).

Sila ang unang tumututol pag tataas ang buwis.

Sila ang unang tumututol pag binabawasan ang pondo para sa edukasyon o kalusugan.

Sila ang unang nagtatanggol sa mga magsasakang inagawan ng lupa.

Sila ang mga makabayan na minsan, pinagtatawanan natin dahil parang napaka-OA na.

Oo, nirerespeto natin sila, pero di pa dumarating sa punto na natutuhan natin silang samahan sa kanilang ginagawa na para rin naman sa atin.

Natatakot tayong gawin ang kanilang ginagawa.

May mga sandali pa ngang pinababayaan natin silang mag-isa.

Pero sila lang naman ang karamay natin sa lahat ng sitwasyon.

Mahirap ipaliwanag sa isang note kung bakit may aktibista.

Mahirap ipaliwanag kung bakit ako aktibista.

Mahirap magpaliwanag dahil kapos naman lagi ang mga salita.

Minsan, mas mahusay magturo ang mga pelikula.

Pakipanood ang pelikulang SIGWA at pagkatapos nito, sana, pakamahalin na ninyo ang mga AKTIBISTA, ang mga TUNAY NA AKTIBISTA na laging naririyan sa ating tabi, nagmamahal, nabubuhay, nakikibaka…

 Moron Moderator: YES! That's the one! Salamat! Basahin basahin everyone! Then tell me, sino sa inyo ang napaluha? Weheheheh ...

 Moron Moderator:  Hanggang ngayon di ko pa napapanuod ang "Sigwa." May "Migrante" pa ngayong bago. Sana merong maka share ng DVD dyan! Sana.

Conclusion:After this, I sent a private message to my friend to delete this conversation so those two will not use this thread that imbecile ruined. The imbecile also uses a false profile picture in its profile page. I used it not because I can't reveal the gender but because that imbecile is simply an it. I wonder what/where/who is that moron hiding from that "it" had to conceal itself. It could be one of those fake activists I describe during this conversation. "It" is also a coward to admit defeat.

LJC Group turns over donation to the Cancer Institute Foundation

The LJC Restaurant Group recently turned over the proceeds of its Good to Dine Campaign to the Cancer Institute Foundation. LJC Group COO Eugene Billones turns over a check amounting to P200,000 to Dr. Jorge Ignacio, chairman of the Cancer Institute of the Philippine General Hospital. The campaign, which sets aside P10.00 from the cost of a featured dish when ordered in LJC Restaurants, was designed to aid the Cancer Institute of PGH in its programs through the Cancer Institute Foundation. Also present during the turnover were LJC vice president Merle dela Peña (right) and marketing director Malou Evidente-Domingo (left). The next Good to Dine Campaign will be in September 2012.

The Worldwide fight against Glaucoma

Is the Philippines alone in the fight against glaucoma?

Definitely not! With the close of World Glaucoma Week 2012 themed Don’t let glaucoma darken your life!, the Philippines joins over 120 countries worldwide to stop Glaucoma in its tracks.

“Glaucoma is a leading cause of permanent blindness in the world. Countries all over the world are well aware of the terrible repercussion of this disease. We join them in the fight to rid the Philippines, and ultimately the world, of the incurable blindness caused by glaucoma,” said Dr. Biboy Martinez, vice-president of the Philippine Glaucoma Society, the recognized association of glaucoma specialists in the country. 

World Glaucoma Week is a worldwide celebration spearheaded by the joint forces of the World Glaucoma Patient Association (WGPA) and the World Glaucoma Association (WGA). It was held on March 11-17, 2012 and has been celebrated since 2008.

The WGPA began the world umbrella organization of glaucoma patient support groups who seek to provide solace for other patients worldwide. It organizes patient support groups in every country who will benefit not only from personal care but also from other patients who understand their plights.

The World Glaucoma Association brings to the table a world organization to unite “glaucoma fighters” in their mission to end glaucoma existence. The Philippine Glaucoma Society represents the country in this worldwide consortium.

Worldwide activities

In many countries, awareness of the severity of glaucoma has been the focus. Glaucoma is the “sneak thief of the sight”. Many patients are not even aware that they already have glaucoma. They’ll only find out until glaucoma has already severely damaged vision.

In Australia, over 300,000 suffer from some form of glaucoma.  Half of them are not even aware of it. Most cases are detected only after permanent loss of vision has occurred. A very active glaucoma patient association has been established in this country.

In Congo, eye experts raised awareness in their communities through displaying of banners showing messages on glaucoma, broadcasting short messages and information on glaucoma by radio and television and distribute leaflets with information on glaucoma to the population. A free glaucoma screening for patients aged over 40 years old was also conducted and glaucoma treatment subsidies were distributed to chosen patients in lieu of the celebration.

In Ghana, a press launch, free public eye screening and a public forum were organized by local glaucoma organizations to promote awareness of the disease that is a major cause of visual impairment of its citizens.

India is also well aware of the damage done by glaucoma. Up to 12% of the all blindness in India is caused by glaucoma. Eye experts in India also agree that glaucoma can only be stopped through early detection. Awareness campaigns have been launched to do just that.

 

Local activities

In the Philippines, the Philippine Glaucoma Society in partnership with Allergan launched a series of campaigns and activities to spread the word on the fight against the sneak thief of sight.

A nationwide screening and glaucoma forum were held in over 63 participating hospitals and health centers in Metro Manila, North and South Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao.

To pay their respects to the ultimate Filipino ophthalmologist, the PGS traditionally organizes a Wreath-laying ceremony at Jose Rizal’s monument in Manila. Not only is Rizal known for his writing prowess, he was also a very capable eye doctor.

A media campaign and standardized presentations and information materials were also launched.

In partnership with Allergan, PGS is aggressively fighting to rid the country of glaucoma through education, exchange of ideas, research and publication. Its vision is No Filipino will ever go blind from Glaucoma.

Philippine Glaucoma Society along with globally recognized multi-specialty care company Allergan brings scientific excellence and rigor in delivering leading products that addresses glaucoma. Allergan goes beyond providing education and information. With the highest level of integrity, Allergan helps patients understand the choices available to them and make well-informed treatment decisions with their doctors.

Glaucoma is a worldwide crisis. Fortunately, Filipinos are not alone in the fight. Glaucoma should be eradicated completely if humanity should live life without fear of the sneak thief of sight. Be aware.

Nisce Skin N Face Opens Online Store

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Almost everything now can be bought using the internet. You can buy, bid, order,etc. Nisce Skin N Face is one of those companies that generates sales from one on one marketing via an agent/agents. Now, it is much easier for anyone to purchase without going to an outlet. Purchasing at Nisce website http://www.nisceskin.com/ is similar to ordering from Amazon. Also, it can be arrange to have your orders delivered to you. Nisce is also proud to have Bela Padilla as celebrity endorser.

Autodesk Signs Agreement to Acquire Socialcam

Design and Entertainment Software Leader to Accelerate Adoption of Mobile, Cloud & Social Technologies Through Acquisition of Rapidly Growing Social Video Service 

Autodesk Inc., (NASDAQ: ADSK) a world leader in 3D design, engineering and entertainment software, has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Socialcam for a purchase price of approximately $60 Million.  Socialcam is a popular mobile social video capture, editing and sharing app and service that was launched in 2011.  This transaction is expected to close in Autodesk’s third quarter of fiscal 2013 (which ends on October 31, 2012) and is subject to customary closing conditions.

“Mobile computing, the cloud and social media are improving and changing the way people design, engineer and create projects,” said Samir Hanna, vice president, Autodesk Consumer Group.  “Video is an ideal medium for professionals and consumers alike to communicate and share their design ideas.  We are excited to have Socialcam join our growing portfolio of applications, services and communities for digital art, personal design and fabrication, home design and entertainment.”

Socialcam is a smartphone application and web-based service that makes it easy to capture, edit and share videos.  The Socialcam app has been one of the most popular mobile video apps in the iOS App Store and Android marketplace with over 16 million downloads since it was first launched in 2011.   Autodesk will prioritize support for the existing Socialcam community, while investing in scaling the platform and developing a more comprehensive set of tools for Socialcam users.  Autodesk also plans to use the Socialcam platform to help make its Academy Award-winning technology for professional film and video creators more accessible to a broader audience.   

“Socialcam shares Autodesk’s mission of helping everybody imagine, design and create a better world.” said Michael Seibel, Founder and CEO, Socialcam.  “Autodesk has a proven track record of acquiring and scaling fast-growing, early stage consumer businesses while staying true to their core audience and vision.  With products like Pixlr, SketchBook and 123D, Autodesk is empowering creativity in millions around the world by making their award-winning technology accessible to everybody.  We’re excited to join them and introduce this global community to simple video creation, editing and sharing.”

Business Outlook

For full year fiscal 2013, this transaction is expected to decrease targeted GAAP earnings per diluted share by approximately $0.06 (primarily in the third quarter). Excluding $0.05 of stock-based compensation and $0.01 of amortization of acquisition related intangibles, both net of tax, this transaction is expected to have no impact on targeted non-GAAP earnings per diluted share for the full year fiscal 2013.

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