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The word "Cyber Games" or the "eSports" becomes so popular as real sports for the generation today. As for this moment, the TOP 10 Most Popular eSports for this year are:

Screenshot grab from eSports Earnings

And for the Top Countries, Philippines settle on Rank #23.

Part of the reason that the Mindanao Cyber Expo was founded, seeing that there are lots of talented young Filipino's who are into this kind of a sports. Not just, they earned from it, but also showcasing the talents Filipino's have in terms of cyber gaming's.

Just recently, I got the chance to join the Mindanao Cyber Expo 2015 by the E2 Events Organizing and Solutions held at SM Davao- Annex. They are responsible of organizing a series of events related to computers, latest technology and games.

Got the chance to see all the Professional and Amateur cyber gamer's coming from my town.

And Cyber Enthusiast's has the FREE time to use their online interactive games sponsored by WARGAMING.NET, one responsible for the game "World of Tanks".

By the way, WarGaming is proud to introduce their new online game, WORLD OF WARSHIPS.

These games can be downloaded ONLINE for FREE!

I'm not into this kind of World of a Cyber Gamer, but I love looking at the new technology we have right now and appreciating the game-generations transitions between the actual games that we follow from the past decade.

Specs of your gadgets are very important, in order to have a good and fast game you need to have a good GAMING SYSTEM.

GIGABYTE

MSi

ASRock

FSP

HyperX by Kingston

KINGSTON Technology

Thermaltake

All these PC systems can be bought at the blinQue, the only company trusted by PC Experts.

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In base on my observation, almost of the kids today are inclined to these kind of an eSports.

A challenging popularity of eSports, sports that can now be enjoyed by playing online, games that we all agree will have small changes to over a years.

Today's game, is not just challenging because you need to fight with an online opponents but also prove to be too great to be overcome!

Congrats Mindanao Cyber Expo Team, you did not just OPEN the opportunity for our talented Filipino Gamer but also showcasing them that there are things needed to explore and lots to deal with in the future.

Enter the no-TV-zone that lets you watch what you want when you want in just two clicks with iflix, country's biggest library of video on demand content to partner with the country’s biggest multimedia networks PLDT HOME and Smart.

The Philippine launch of iflix comes at spot-on timing since it recently secured topline content deals with giant Hollywood studios The Walt Disney Company, Twentieth Century Fox Television Distribution (Fox), BBC Worldwide (BBC) and Warner Bros. International Television Distribution (Warner Bros.).

This means that on top of existing over 11,000 hours of TV serial titles and updated catalogue of Hollywood, European and Asian releases, shows like “Sherlock”, “Doctor Who”, “Homeland” and “The Big Bang Theory” are now part of iflix’s growing library.

For movies, iflix beefs up its Hollywood selection with action blockbusters like “Star Trek”, “Batman Begins” and “Green Lantern”, among thousands of other choices.

PLDT HOME and Smart welcome the addition of iflix as part of its ever-expanding entertainment ensemble. “This is literally entertainment everywhere. With all of these titles bannered under PLDT HOME and Smart’s power-packed lineup of reliable Internet services for families and individuals, your choice of entertainment device deserves its own star at the Hollywood Walk of Fame,” rationalized PLDT EVP and Consumer Business Group Head Ariel P. Fermin.

Three industry leaders teamed up to bring “Entertainment Everywhere” to millions of digitally connected Filipinos. PLDT HOME, Smart and iFLIX recently announced their partnership for content streaming of the Philippines’ largest library of movies and TV shows. In photo during the grand launch are (front row, from left): iflix Group COO and iflix Malaysia CEO Azran Osman-Rani, Glee star Heather Morris, PLDT Group Chairman Manny V. Pangilinan and PLDT EVP and Consumer Business Group Head Ariel P. Fermin; and (back row, from left): iflix Group Chief Content Officer James Bridges, iflix Philippines Country Manager Sherwin dela Cruz and iflix Group Chief Technology Officer Ash Crick.

“You already have the device that has the capability to showcase your guilty viewing pleasures—whether it’s a smartphone, a tablet, laptop, desktop computers and even TV screens. All you need is that one movie, that particular episode or even an entire season that you’ve had on your must-watch list. From small escapes like whenever you’re stuck in traffic, to binge-watching rare moments when time is on your side, subscribers now have the access to the widest library of entertainment content with iflix. It gets so much better because you are able to gain access to these titles through PLDT HOME and Smart’s strongest and largest multimedia platforms wherever you are in the Philippines,” explained Fermin.

Binibining Pilipinas beauties led by Miss Universe Philippines 2015 Pia Wurtzbach (second from right).

Meanwhile, iflix chairman Patrick Grove raved over this exclusive big-gun partnership move with PLDT and Smart by saying: “In PLDT we have found a like-minded partner who is committed to changing the way entertainment content is consumed in the region. We look forward to building an extraordinary business in the Philippines together.”

From left: Red carpet host Bianca Valerio, socialite siblings Ruffa and Raymond Gutierrez, iflix Chairman Patrick Grove and singer and TV personality Karylle Yuzon.

Grove added, “We are extremely proud to have come together with the largest telecommunications company in the Philippines and, indeed, one of the region’s leading companies, to offer iflix to PLDT’s enormous customer base. With well over 75 million Filipinos communicating and being entertained using PLDT services, they are the absolute perfect partner for iflix in the Philippines.

Access granted

Iflix also eliminates streaming setbacks because it’s available through PLDT and Smart. The service also liberates users from incompatible streaming due to regional conflicts.

For entertainment everywhere, register an account via www.iflix.com and instantly enjoy a complimentary 14-day trial of the service. Once the trial expires, PLDT Home and Smart users will be able to subscribe to the P99 per month package through the iflix website.

For PLDT HOME subscribers, iflix is available via TVolution Trio Plan 1599 inclusive of a TVolution kit, unlimited DSL and unlimited access to iflix. Existing users of PLDT Home DSL and PLDT Home Ultera can get iflix as an add-on option on top of their monthly fees for only P99 per month, while it comes free with PLDT HOME Fibr and PLDT HOME Telpad plans.

On the other hand, Smart subscribers may now bring entertainment anywhere for P99 a month, charged to their prepaid loads or on top of their postpaid accounts. No credit card required!

Apart from the Philippines, iflix will soon be available in other countries including the United States, Hong Kong, Seoul, Shanghai, Thailand and Tokyo. The iflix app is also downloadable via Google Play Store or the Apple App Store.

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***LIFESTYLE PRESS RELEASE from PLDT HOME & SMART

What are the reasons to get iflix?

1. Watch a monh's woth of movies and TV shows on your phone for only PHp99. Applicable only to SMART/PLDT subscribers.

2. Access your iflix account up to 5 gadgets. Anytime, Anywhere!

3. Enjoy two (2) simultaneous streams on different devices. SO COOL!

4. Safe and Kids Friendly. Have that security that your kids are ensured with dedicated kid-friendly areas or channels.

5. So easy to share your iflix experience via social media!

The likes of FACEBOOK, INSTAGRAM, PINTEREST and TWITTER

6. You can choose what movie do you want to see or TV shows you want to watch with designated content categories, suggestions and recommendations.

8. Just browse by genre, niche or from related views.

To know more on how to subscribe to iflix with your PLDT HOME or Smart account, log on to www.pldthome.com or www.smart.com.ph.

Indulge in even more entertainment anytime, anywhere with exciting videos-on-demand (VOD), live shows and catch-up television from Fox International Channels.

The country’s biggest multimedia networks PLDT HOME and Smart team up with global entertainment company and Asia Pacific’s leading broadcaster Fox to offer an extensive menu of top-line content and entertainment-viewing options. This comes fresh after their recent groundbreaking partnership withSoutheast Asia’s leading Internet TV service provider iflix, which offers theirsubscribers the biggest library of movies and TV shows.

“This content partnership with Fox makes world-class entertainment easily accessible to all our subscribers wherever they are—whether at home or on the go,” PLDT and Smart EVP and Consumer Business Group Head Ariel P. Fermin said. “We are delighted to deliver this range of educational, sports, lifestyle and movie content from Fox that will suit the entertainment wants and needs of our customers, whenever and wherever they want.”

Entertainment Everywhere with Fox

PLDT HOME and Smart subscribers will be given access to popular VOD content from Fox along with the top-up service which will allow them to view nine live Fox channels including three channels for Fox Sports, National Geographic, Nat Geo People, Nat Geo Wild, Fox News, Channel M and Star Chinese Channel.

Viewers can also easily unwind with blockbusters like Guardians of the Galaxy and How to Train Your Dragon 2 via catch-up TV. The catch-up TV and live offers will also be headlined by the widely-popular international sports events such as Wimbledon that Filipinos can now view anytime, anywhere.

PLDT HOME DSL subscribers can enjoy Fox VOD and the top-up service for an additional P99 per month, while these are free for Fibr subscribers and PLDT HOME customers who upgrade to a TVolution or Telpad plan. Triple play subscribers will also be granted free access to Fox VOD and catch-up TV with channels like Fox Play, Fox Movies and Fox Sports.

Smart subscribers, meanwhile, can enjoy free entertainment on the go with Fox as part of the Smart Life Entertainment Everywhere bundles that start from as low as P50 for three days, or as an add-on option of P99 per month charged to their prepaid loads or postpaid accounts.

FOX International Channels Philippines Executive Vice President of Content & Communications for Asia, Joon Lee said, “With their nationwide reach and advanced multimedia platforms, PLDT HOME and Smart are the ideal content partners for us. We look forward to bringing our multi-faceted entertainment offerings to millions of Filipino homes in partnership with these industry leaders.”

“Our partnership with Fox definitely levels up our content offerings as it gives you more than just access to your favorite TV shows,” Fermin said. “You are also given the power to keep up with every moment of the most thrilling sports events through live-viewing, and enjoy the most popular blockbusters at your convenience through catch-up TV. These options are there to cater to your lifestyle, adding even more value to the concept of entertainment everywhere.”

GET THE 30 day trial NOW

by simply register your HOME account

To get started with Fox and avail of its complimentary trial on your PLDT HOME or Smart subscription, log on to pldthome.com or smart.com.ph.

When you think about Pluto, you probably think of a character from a Disney Animation Movie together with Mickey, Donald and Goofy.

The Sun

Well, that's the first impression we can think about Pluto.

Pluto was discovered by Clyde Tombaugh, as a planet way back 1930 included in our Solar System.

(C) Clyde Tombaugh PH.D

But on August 24, 2006 so much of discussions and long-running debate it was revoked of its planetary status. Pluto was reclassified from a planet to a dwarf planet.

Who named PLUTO then? Is it named after a Greek or Roman god? Is it really from Walt Disney Cartoon Character?

The name PLUTO came from a whim suggestion of a 12 year old girl during breakfast. Her name is VENETIA BURNEY.

Venetia Burney, as a young girl
(C) WIKIMEDIA COMMONS

A British girl who had unusual or unexplained suggestion of name shortly after the planet was discovered in February 18, 1930.

I was having breakfast with my mother and grandfather. And my grandfather read out at breakfast the great news and said he wondered what it would be called. And for some reason, I after a short pause, said, "Why not call it Pluto?" I did know, I was familiar with Greek and Roman legends from various children's books that I had read, and of course I did know about the solar system and the names the other planets have. And so I suppose I just thought that this was a name that hadn't been used. ~Venetia Burney speech during the launching of probe at NASA in 2006.

On April 30, 2009, Burney died at age 90, in Banstead in Surrey, she had never got the chance to see the NEW HORIZON probe make the first ever fly-by and the shot of Pluto then.

NEW HORIZON and the planet
(C) The Sun

PLUTO become the official name and unanimously won it during a vote.

After the discovery, Clyde Tombaugh and his other colleagues at Arizona's Lowell Observatory didn't have a name in mind. So they ask for a name suggestion by posting it on a Newspaper.

Headline announcing the new planet and yet to be named
(C) Write Science

Received dozens of answers from all over the world---including Pluto. In May 26,1930, with the series of discussions by the astronomers from the suggested names like PLUTO, MINERVA and CRONUS, Roger Lowell Putnam, trustee of the observatory, announced that PLUTO had unanimously won.

Why PLUTO and not MINERVA or CRONUS?

Their first choice is MINERVA,the goddess of wisdom, if her name had not for so many years been borne by an asteroid.

CRONUS, is the son of Uranus and the father of Neptune, this would be appropriate name for the planet.

While PLUTO, the god of regions of darkness where planet X holds sway. But what made PLUTO got it's name, because it began with letter P and L. An homage to Percival Lowell, the founder of the observatory and the originator of the search for Pluto.

Percival Lowell

Now after New Horizon Probe launched in January 2006 from Cape Canaveral, Florida, finally it arrives at Pluto after 9 years of waiting. With all the excitement, people are asking to lift and reinstated Pluto as a full planet.

A day of Incredible pride to all the hardworking NASA People and the whole world as well.

Video by VOX

With all the fuss and excitement with its popularity, there is sadness knowing that the one who named this planet can no longer see and knew PLUTO well.

Such as like this, that Pluto has mountains made of ice that are as high as those in the Rockies.

(C) BBC NEWS

When BSP-BMAP started a program last August 2011 "KIDDIE ACCOUNT PROGRAM", wherein school children are encouraged to open accounts with initial deposit of P100 and below at any of the banks under BMAP(Bank Marketing Association of the Philippines), I was thankful and very grateful knowing that they give information and encourage our children on how important is the word "SAVING" is.

For this year 2015, BSP launches another advocacy called "PROJECT BRO or Bsp Reaches Out" that encourage our kids and teens to save more money for their future, a project of Financial Consumer Protection Department(FCPD) in partnership with BMAP sponsored by BPI, DBP, China Bank Savings, Security Bank, UCPB, RCBC Savings Bank, Veterans Bank, BDO, EastWest, LandBank, MetroBank, PSBank, and Philippine National Bank.

A campaign that developed by the BSP's FCPD that engage students from Grade 1 to Grade 10(public and private schools) across the country, fulfilling their fun-filled activities by adding more interactive talk on how to value money and to spend it wisely and by opening a bank account.

Last July 6 here in Davao City, they started distributing it at my daughters school at the Davao City National High School.

BANKING ON YOUR FUTURE STARTS WITH YOU.

What I like about this campaign now, is that they give a detailed progress information, a simple yet very easy to understand by the Kids and the Teens. And I agree, it's really a fun way idea in valuing money and on how to save.

Using the Ruler Peso Saving Guide, our children can monitor their own saving progress.

And last July 7, my daughter started saving P5 and she will do it every day.

I am excited for the result, for I believe that my daughter can do it without a failure in putting P5 in her coin bank. I told her,
if she saves money, she can also afford to invest for at least a year or two in the near future.

Those who began saving during childhood display better attitudes toward savings than those who did not.

A motivation for her to practice a sort of a financial education, teaching our children the importance of money in life.

Thank you so much Banko Sentral ng Pilipinas.

Read more here: Money Matters for Kids(MMK)

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