Road-trip ready vehicles in Wheels

The Toyota FJ Cruiser transforms into a capable off-roader

Is your automobile adventure-ready? This week in Wheels, join the audacious team of motoring journalists Matteo Guidicelli, Kap Maceda Aguila, Manny Delos Reyes, Ulysses Ang and Angel Rivero as they take some of the country’s road trip and off-road vehicles for a spin. 

First, Matteo learns how to transform the stunning Toyota FJ Cruiser into a capable off-roader. He will also show how to make the adventure vehicle look even tougher and more ready for action outdoors. 

Meanwhile, the entire Philippine STAR team goes on a food trip in the country’s culinary capital, Pampanga, aboard the all-new Toyota Innova. Witness the car’s power and superior performance on the road and find out why it is the perfect vehicle for road trips. 

For car racers, join Uly as he visits Crossfit MNL and tries to get fit like a racing driver. He will also share tips on how to prepare your body to prevent injuries while racing.

It’s all these and more on the fourth season of Wheels, your guide to life on the fast lane. Catch it every Thursdays, 10:30 p.m., on ABS-CBN Sports + Action Channel. 

For firsthand info on the latest happenings in motoring, like and follow Wheels on Facebook , @PhilStar_Wheels on Twitter and @PhilStarTV_Wheels on Instagram. 

5 Visayan-Speaking Americans spread their good vibes nationwide through a Philippine tour

Dubbed as “Hey Joe Show : Amerikanong Bisaya 2016 Philippines Tour”, online sensations “Hey Joe Show” composed of Sumner, Tylan, Davis , Jake and Connor toured the country through a series of  13 shows in Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao. 

They are a group of five Americans by blood but Filipinos by heart. Their recent tour to the country has confirmed their popularity and influence as all of their shows nationwide were jampacked with fans screaming and wanting to take pictures with them. 

They did a series of shows in Visayas - Dumaguete, Negros and Cebu, in Mindanao – Iligan , CDO , Davao, General Santos and Dipolog and for the first time in Luzon – Bacoor, Batangas, Muntinlupa and Quezon City. 

These crazy, good natured guys from Utah who became a tremendous hit on social media – Facebook and Youtube because of their fluency in Bisaya, has earned for them hundreds of thousands of followers and still growing especially during this tour. 

Not only do they speak Bisaya fluently but they can also sing in the vernacular and yes, move to the latest dancefloor tunes and crack jokes in unique “Hey Joe Show” fashion.  Because of their huge following, they are able to score video guestings with celebrities and government officials. 

Only recently, they were able to meet and have a video with President Duterte himself and there are definitely more to come for these young good-natured men. 

The group was formed out of their common love for everything Pinoy and they continue to serve as inspirations to the youth who enjoy wholesome fun.

Show your support for the “Hey Joe Show” by following them online and by buying their exclusive “Hey Joe Show” Island Souvenirs shirts available in SM Department Stores nationwide.

The group is leveling up to do international shows next year to reach out to Filipinos abroad and will release a song soon in collaboration with Pinoy talents. 

To know more about Hey Joe Show and to watch their trending videos, follow their facebook page, on youtube  and on Instagram. 

You can also visit their official website  heyjoeshow.com.

Are you Financially World Class?

“You can learn how to become a Financially World Class Company by making your finances simple and getting your management team focused on the right measures”, said Mr. Andrew Stotz, PhD, CFA. 

And, this is exactly what he is going to impart in his inaugural seminar-workshop entitled “Make Your Company Financially World Class” happening this September 28-29, 2016 at the Holiday Inn Manila Galleria powered by The Society Events in partnership with ADFIAP and ThinkTank Global Branding.

From his two decades as a financial analyst and business owner, Andrew created a simple, easy-to-understand, comprehensive way to get any management team focused on the financial measures that matter.  Using the same system, you can make your company financially world class.

Who should attend this two-day seminar-workshop? 

•             Entrepreneurs looking for ways to beat large, established competitors

•             CEOs, CXOs, CFOs, MDs and Senior Management

•             Highly competitive management team members

•             New managers who are looking for new ways to be more effective

•             Advisors and coaches to senior management

                               

The seminar is broken into four parts and all materials will be provided.  Participants will need to provide financial data on their companies prior to the event and will work through their own plan of action to take away from the seminar. 

And, the most awesome deal is each participant will get a 30-minute follow up Skype call with Andrew after the seminar to help the participant to continue to implement what they have learned.

Mr. Andrew Stotz, PhD, CFA is an award-winning financial analyst with twenty years of experience at various investment banks. He is the CEO of A. Stotz Investment Research, an independent research firm which helps companies improve their financial performance; and individuals and institutions grow their wealth. He has been a university lecturer throughout his career, and earned his PhD (Finance) from the University of Science and Technology of China. Andrew co-founded CoffeeWORKS Co. Ltd., Thailand’s leading specialty coffee roaster and has authored two books: You Won’t Get Rich in the Stock Market… Until You Change the Way You Think about It and Transform your Business with Dr. Deming’s 14 Points. He currently serves as the President of CFA Society Thailand and has been a Chartered Financial Analyst since 2001.

Register now until September 16 to enjoy a Php5,000 discount! 

To register online for the seminar-worksho, please go to http://dsocietyevents.wixsite.com/mysite/events.  

For inquiries, please free to send an email to events@andrewstotz.com or a message to 09178419571.  

Look radiant on rainy days with Marula!

The sun may not be out on rainy days but the damp and humid weather can leave your skin dry and prone to irritation and breakouts. To keep it moisturized and glowing, use Marula Pure Beauty Oil, the only doctor-endorsed and scientifically validated facial oil!

Marula Pure Beauty Oil is a ground-breaking skincare oil that provides all-natural hydration for the face, neck and décolleté with faster absorption rate and longer lasting moisture retention. It is made from 99% marula oil and 1% blend of natural essential oils that leaves a light, natural scent. With 60% more antioxidants than argan and grapeseed oils, it is more effective in fighting free radicals that cause premature aging.

Aside from its optimal hydration and age-defying benefits, Marula Pure Beauty Oil is also best for treating damaged skin after facial treatments, radiation therapies and surgeries. With its high concentrations of omega-9 fatty acid, it penetrates quickly into the skin and locks in hydration to sooth redness, swelling and irritation.

Ideal for everyday use, use Marula Pure Beauty Oil during the day to keep your skin hydrated and at night to help your skin replenish its vital moisture reserves. During rainy and humid weather, apply it more frequently as needed.

Don’t let the rainy season dampen your skin’s radiance. Keep your healthy, youthful glow with Marula Pure Beauty Oil!

Marula Pure Beauty Oil is available at the beauty section of the SM Stores in SM Aura, SM Makati, SM Megamall, SM North Edsa and SM Mall of Asia.  

MediCard teams up with Hanjin Subic Shipyard

                                                           

MediCard, a leading health maintenance organization (HMO) provider, has partnered with Hanjin Subic Shipyard to provide innovative, advanced and efficient quality health service to its employees. 

Hanjin Subic Shipyard is the 4^th largest shipyard in the world and the sole contractor of Hanjin Heavy Industries and Construction-Philippines (HHIC-Phil). 

With this partnership, Hanjin Subic Shipyard employees now have access to MediCard’s wide network of more than 1,000 accredited hospitals and clinics and over 40,000 accredited doctors nationwide. 

In photo are HHIC-Tech President Mr. Park No Joon, HHIC-Phil Managing Director Mr. Jun Woo Yoon, Subic Shipbuilder Corporation President Mr. Kim Tae Jeon, MediCard President and CEO Dr. Nicky S. Montoya, MediCard COO Atty. Juan Andres S. Montoya and MediCard AVP for Sales and Business Development Maricel L. Torres.