The 12th Miss Universe Crown was unveiled last December 19, 2022, at the True Icon Hall of Icon Siam, Bangkok, Thailand.
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Anne Jakrajutatip, the new owner of the Miss Universe Organization, led the unveiling.
The new Miss Universe crown costs about $6 Million. It was made by a Switzerland-based private jewelry company called the Mouawad. The partnership between the Miss Universe Organization and Mouawad goes back to 2019.
Blue Sapphire and White Diamond Craftmanship
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The Miss Universe Crown is named “Force of Good”. The crown is fully hand-crafted with a total of 993 stones. It is equipped with 110.83 carats of blue sapphire and 48.24 carats of white diamond. The Diamond design is a nudge to the Miss Universe Organization’s vision of a future led by incredible women around the globe who do the impossible as they advocate for positive change.
Miss Universe 2022
The Miss Universe 2022 will be held at the New Orleans Morial Convention Center, in New Orleans, Louisiana this January 14, 2023.
The Miss Universe Organization is now under a new owner which is, Anne Jakrajutatip. She expressed that she plans to be the one who passes the crown to the new Miss Universe. This is contrary to the Miss Universe Organization’s tradition that the outgoing titleholder should be the one to pass the crown.
Abigail Ramirez and her brother, Alec Benjamin Ramirez, both took the top 1 spot in their respective Licensure exams.
Abigail recently finished and aced her Nurse Licensure Examination last November 30, 2022. Out of all examinees, she was hailed as the Top 1 board passer with a 90% average score.
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The top notcher graduated from St. Paul University Dumaguete. After her licensure exam, Abigail was given a “hero’s welcome-inspired motorcade” by St. Paul University Dumaguete. She was also given a new motorcycle, Macbook, and a cheque.
Giving Back to her Alma Mater
Abigail plans to become a clinical instructor at St. Paul University Dumaguete. Her decision is her way of thanking the University.
Abigail inspires other people as she explained how she trusted the process and the hardships she experienced while she was still a student. According to Abigail, taking up nursing is difficult and can break a person sometimes but with hard work and prayer, aspiring nurses can make it.
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Like Sister Like Brother
Abigail is not the only top-notcher in her family. Her older brother, Alec Benjamin Ramirez, also became the top notcher of his Geologist Licensure Examination last 2017 where he took the top spot with 83.20 percent. He is now a teacher at the University of the Philippines Diliman’s National Institute of Geological Sciences.
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According to Abigail, she made her brother her inspiration and her role model. She said that she wanted to be like her him, and that is why she worked her way up.
Malacañang announced that TV host Daphne Oseña-Paez is the current President’s new “press briefer”.
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According to Press Undersecretary Cheloy Garafil, Oseña-Paez will be the person who provides news and information about President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s projects. Daphne will be present in every briefing done in the Press Working Area.
Oseña-Paez also mentioned that she will be the regular source of updates from the palace.
Questions emerged about Daphne’s role and rank under the office of the Press Secretary. However, Daphne only answered with, “You can just call me Daphne.”
“My Role here is to amplify and to communicate the message of President Marcos and the Cabinet, and the government, and you are my partners in this”,
OSEÑA-PAEZ SAID.
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The press briefing will be held every Tuesday after Cabinet meetings. According to Daphne, the President will still speak for himself, and her role was only to support the Press Secretary.
Who is Daphne Oseña-Paez?
Daphne Oseña-Paez graduated from the University of Toronto in Canada. She has a degree in fine arts and history. Oseña-Paez is currently taking her advanced certificate in environmental management.
Before becoming President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s press briefer, she is a former news presenter and TV host for an ABS-CBN lifestyle magazine show in 1999. She also hosted many several events for the Palace. She even hosted the launch of the 205 APEC in the Philippines last December 2014.
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Other Palace events she hosted include:
ASEAN 2017 Business and Investment Program Launch
The Duterte Legacy Summit
Daphne Oseña-Paez fights for women’s and child’s rights. She was also named a National Goodwill Ambassador for UNICEF because of her active support and promotion of children’s rights.
Medellin is known for its different water activities and beaches, and Ikigai Beach house is no exception to that.
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Define your personal meaning in life at the Ikigai Beach house in Medellin. This pristine Beach house is perfect for team-building activities and even family reunions.
White Sand Beach and terrific Blue waters
The Ikigai Beach house sports a stunning white sand beach where the kids can play and build sand castles. The beach house overlooks the ocean with different beautiful shades of blue. Ikigai beach house is the perfect destination for a quick weekend getaway and just basking under the warmth of the sun.
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A Beautiful Beach House by the beach
The Ikigai Beach house offers a spacious and a wonderfully homey beach house. It is big enough to fit 20 people and offers great amenities.
The Ikigai Beach house has the following amenities:
1 Family de luxe room
2 Family Standard rooms
1 standard room
The beach house is also available for exclusive use of the whole area with free use of:
2 cottages
Kitchen
2 outside restrooms for male and female
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Free Breakfast and Karaoke
Avail the exclusive package and get free breakfast and Karaoke. Nothing beats good food and jamming along your favorite songs, partying the Filipino way.
Great Accomodations
If you are looking to book a room for you and your family, The Ikigai beach house also offers family rooms too. Below are the room accommodations that you can book at Ikigai Beach House.
Family De Luxe
1 King and 1 Queen Bed
Good for 4 pax
With Air conditioning unit
Blackout drapes
Own pantry
Own toilet and bath
6-seater table
Own Veranda
Family Standard Room
1 Queen bed
Good for 2 pax (can also fit 4 pax with extra charge per head in excess of 2 pax)
Air conditioning unit
Blackout drapes
Own toilet and bath
6-seater table
Standard Room 1
One big double deck bed
Air conditioning unit
Blacout curtains
Finidng purpose and meaning in life also means taking a rest and nejoying what life has to offer. What better way to do that? Visit The Ikigai Beach House!
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RATES & OTHER INFORMATION
DAY USE:
Entrance fee: ₱100 per person
Opening hours: 8 AM to 6 PM
ROOM RATES:
Exclusive use of Ikigai Beach House: ₱22,000 per night, good for 20 pax
Family De Luxe: ₱4,800 per night, good for 4 pax
Family Standard Room: ₱2,800 per night, good for 2 pax
Standard Room: ₱2,500 per night, good for 4 pax
COTTAGE RATES:
Open Cottage: ₱1,000, good for 12 pax
LUNCH/DINING AREA RATES:
₱2,000: Open Area with 10-seaters family table good for 10 pax
OTHER INFORMATION:
Corkage fee:
Wines and Spirits of any brand: ₱100/bottle/day
Beer (Grande) and other alcoholic Beverages: ₱50/bottle/day
Dating apps have been around for a long time. Many users have found true love using them, others? Well, they aren’t too lucky.
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Even celebrities and former celebrities are not excluded from the charms of swiping the next person of your dreams. One celebrity, in particular, found love in dating apps, twice.
Michelle Madrigal mentioned in her latest vlog that she met her new boyfriend, Kyle, last December 17, 2022, on the dating app Hinge. According to the former actress, she swiped right, and then they were a match.
Madrigal also mentioned her boyfriend’s traits that she loved such as his wholesomeness and genuineness. The celebrity revealed that Kyle is a father and that is why she admires him.
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“When I saw how he is around his kids- the way he talks to them, the way niyang i-treat sila- I was like, ‘Oh my gosh, lagot.’”
MADRIGAL WAS REVEALED IN HER VLOG.
Love is a Slow dance
Although, Michelle mentioned that her relationship with her boyfriend is not “love” as of yet. Michelle’s idea of love has gone to a deeper level since she has an ex-husband. However, she definitely feels that they are connected because they both are parents and are separated from their respective spouses.
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Tinder Ex-Husband Troy Woolfolk
Michelle Madrigal was once married to Troy Woolfolk. Troy Woolfik is a fitness trainer, social media influencer, and former football player. He hails from Austin Texas.
Madrigal and her ex-husband, Troy’s love story went viral last October 2020. The former actress mentioned in her vlog last 2019 that they met on the dating app called Tinder.
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At the beginning of the video, Michelle said they met while Troy went running at the park. The ex-husband then cut her off saying “Lies! All Lies!” in a joking manner.
Their love blossomed as Michelle became pregnant with their first child. The former couple got engaged in 2017 and were officially husband and wife last April 2019. Unfortunately, their marriage only lasted for two years as they got divorced on November 2021.
As per the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW), Israel and Saudi are planning to hire about 1,800 Filipinos whose expertise lies in the hospitality and healthcare sector.
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The DMW announced that Israel is in need of about 1,200 Pinoys to become housekeepers in both hotels and hostels. The starting salary is 5,300 new Israeli Shekels which is equivalent to ₱88,000.
Qualifications:
National Certificate or NC II on housekeeping
Clearance from the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI)
At least 25 years of age
Philippine Citizenship
No previous experience working in Israel
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Other qualifications:
Applicants should not have parents, spouses, or children working or living in Israel
Must be physically and mentally healthy
Must be good at the English Language
Aside from Israel, Saudi is also looking to hire 600 nurses with a starting salary of 4,000 riyal which is ₱62,500.
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Qualifications:
Complete Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing
A license with the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC)
At least one year of related experience after the board examination.
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Interested applicants must obtain a TESDA National Certificate (NC 2) and process the online registration before going to the DMW offices.
Nothing else screams “comfort” than taking that first bite of good food. But do you know what would make that even better? Eating and dining while looking at the ocean. Visit Seargao Seaview Cafe for your next EATscapade by the sea.
Seargao Seaview Cafe launched its soft opening last December 4, 2022, and people are loving the cafe.
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Instagrammable Cafe
The cafe itself is definitely Instagram-worthy with its aesthetic exterior and interior design. The place has a cozy and homey feel because of the color combination of white, cream, and brown. Other details, like plants hanging from the ceiling, give the cafe even more life.
Looking at the cafe from the outside, it sports a beach bungalow design which is perfect since it is situated in front of the sea.
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Beautiful Seaview Deck
Seargao Seaview Cafe has its own Seaview deck where you can relax and just admire the beauty of the ocean. The cafe’s Seaview deck can be used for parties too. Make every moment even more special and book Seargao Seaview cafe for your next event.
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EATscapade by the sea
Aside from the aesthetically pleasing vibe and ambiance, Seargao Seaview Cafe also serves delicious food and drinks to top up your experience.
The cafe’s menu ranges from solo meals to food good for 2-3 pax. You definitely have to try the Chicken Sriracha Burger with a side of fries. Aside from that, they also have seafood meals for you to enjoy.
Of course, they have Filipino dishes such as Humba, chicken tinola, Bicol express, and more. Do not forget to quench your thirst with their drink creations such as the Aurora Ade and Seargao Mojito.
Level up your cafe-hopping experience at Seargao Seaview Cafe.
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Exact location: Brgy. Bulasa, Along national Highway, Argao, Southern Cebu — approx. 2.5 hours away from Cebu City.
BY BUS: Ride a bus bound for Bato via Oslob at the Cebu South Bus Terminal. You may also ride any bus going to the south and will pass by Argao. Tell the driver that you will disembark at Bulasa, Argao. Ask the locals where you can find Seargao Seaview Cafe.
BY CAR: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to “Seargao Seaview Cafet” in Argao.
A new go-to place just opened in Cebu and this is something you will definitely love. Island Tea Co recently opened its doors at City Times Square Parkmall in Mandaue City last November 16 and they offer you a hearty breakfast and more mouth-watering treats to pair with the tastiest premium Ceylon tea.
Yes. Your favorite 100% natural tea can be enjoyed any time of the day and can be paired with a delicious meal or a tasty treat.
No Artificial, Just Pure Tea
The “tea” with tea is, it has to be one of the healthiest and most versatile drinks that exist; excuse the pun. It does so many good things for your body and mind that once you get the habit, you can never turn back. It can boost your immune system, fight off inflammation, and even ward off diseases which is a must in the world we have today.
And the tea that will give you most of the benefits is a 100% natural loose-leaf tea with no artificial powders and no artificial syrups, just pure tea. Lucky for us, all of these are being served at Island Tea Co.
With the world’s best “Ceylon Tea”, it is no wonder that every sip of the tea that they served has been enjoyed worldwide for over 150 years since 1867.
Their teas can be enjoyed in a variety of ways too with a wide range of fruit teas and milk teas, be it hot or cold. They have history, tradition & culture with their 100% natural premium Ceylon tea and are just getting better.
Some of their must-taste are:
Ceylon “Wildberry Fruit Tea”- World-renowned all-natural berries infused with the finest Pure Ceylon Black Tea
Wildberry Cream Cheese Milk Tea – signature tea made with the full flavor of the finest 100% natural premium Ceylon Tea and hand-crafted cream cheese
Lemon Strawberry Fruit Team
Perfect Ceylon Cream Cheese
Tea Mojito
Brown Sugar Milk Tea
Over Iced Matcha
Over Iced Charcoal coffee
Unlimited Rice & Ceylon Coffee for Breakfast
Yes, you have read that right, you can have unlimited refills of the Ceylon Coffee Club’s high-quality coffee with beans all the way from Shrilanka and unlimited rice for all the meals too. It is the best news for coffee and rice lovers with this unlimited offer from 9am-11am.
Island Tea Co. recognizes the importance of a hearty meal and comfort food especially when it comes to pairing it with good quality tea so enjoy your choice of premium Ceylon Tea with breakfast all day and pastries such as brownies and cakes which even have hand crafted toppings on it. Delicious treats like croissants, pain au chocolat and even serving a Cebuano favorite- Labtingaw.
Island Tea Co. City Time Square serves utmost friendliness, and is a good place to study, hang out with your friend, and have meetings as the internet connection is strong so what are you waiting for? Visit the newly opened branch now and get that great-tasting tea you deserve.
Fast and reliable internet, comfortable seats and cozy ambiance, and accessibility in the city.
Are you looking for a space to get work done or simply meet with colleagues or classmates? Manoy’s Merkado Work Hub is now open 24/7 to serve you that will surely help increase your productivity with everything you look for in an ideal co-working space.
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Enjoy a co-working space that is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. This work hub is great for people who work long hours and even those who just want a serene place to finish tasks.
Amenities
The work hub is equipped with tables and chairs. It also has separate workspaces for those who need a bit of privacy. You won’t even worry about the heat since Manoy’s Merkado Work Hub also has an air conditioning unit.
The work hub also has a Smart TV which is perfect for meetings and fast internet. Power outlets are also available. Manoy’s Merkado Work Hub is properly sanitized every time to ensure comfortable and virus-free workspaces.
And of course, coffee is essential to stay awake which is why Manoy’s Merkado Work hub also has consumable coffee from Bo’s coffee.
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There are different types of rooms:
Benguet
Mt. Apo
Sagada
Matutum
Kitanglad1
Kitanglad2
Note: All seats are good for 3 horse and consumable orders
Get work done and finish with flying colors at Manoy’s Merkado Work Hub!
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Enjoy a serene getaway at Palmera Palma in Moalboal.
Located in a quiet residential area in Moalboal, Palmera Palma offers a vacation home rental that fits you and your whole family.
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Palmera Palma is conveniently situated near sardine run, bars, and restaurants. It is also 10 minutes away from Panagsama Beach.
Amenities and Accommodation
Palmera Palma has a tropical bungalow complete with bedrooms and your own private bathroom.
Exploring the whole area, they even have a mini bungalow complete with a dining area and mini kitchen. There is also a balcony where you are greeted by a beautiful view of the sky.
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Palmera Palma’s interior and exterior give off homey vibes which is why they describe the place as “Your second home”. The vacation house is your home away from home and nothing beats that feeling.
Palmera Palma is also perfect for small and intimate gatherings like weddings and even birthdays.
Be sure to book a reservation since Palmera Palma is fully booked every month.
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BY BUS: From Cebu City, ride a bus from the South terminal going to Moalboal. Travel usually takes 3-4 hours. Tell the driver to drop you off in Moalboal’s town proper. From there, ride a tricycle or habal-habal (motorbike) to take you to the resort.
Note: Palmera Palma can arrange transportation for you to the resort.
BY CAR: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to “Palmera Palma” in Moalboal.
