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Are your looking for a playground for Obstacle Course Race and Fitness Training for a healthy lifestyle in the community?
For me. those persons who will join the Obstacle Course Race and Fitness Training has the passion and love of facing challenges as part of attaining their goals of being physically, mentally and spiritually fit in the diverse city. We have to evaluate the requirements, factors and aspects before joining the Obstacle Course Race and Fitness Training because we don’t want wasting our time, money and energy. In the first place, we’ve to consider the basic principles of the Obstacle Course Race and Fitness Training, until eventually, we’ll continuously enjoy doing it and consider it as part of art, fashion and lifestyle in our very day living in the community. Discipline is one of the aspects to consider for a successful training related to fitness and obstacle course race in the Obstacle Central.
We to consider also the reasonable cost, location, ventilation, coaches, equipment and others before joining the Obstacle Course Race and Fitness Training. A playground where you can focus, love and enjoy your training from the start until the end of the day. Obstacle Course Race and Fitness Training includes 8Ft Wall, Multi-Rigs, Olympus Wall, Monkey Bar, Rope Climb & Atlas Carry and others.
Obstacle Central is your destination for Obstacle Course Race and Fitness Training strategically located at at Unit Anchor-03, The Portal, Greenfield District, Brgy. Highway Hills, Mandaluyong City 1552, Philippines. An eco-friendly community and recreational place where the citizens will eat, play, drink, relax, exercise, work and many more applicable to the settings in the community. Obstacle Course Race and Fitness Training are relevant in the community (hobby, sports, military training, team building, & others) in the past, this day & beyond.
(Abu Dhabi) – The International Trade Centre (ITC) signed a letter of intent with Microsoft Corporation on the sidelines of the World Trade Organization Ministerial Conference, to develop and roll out training for small businesses to strengthen their digital skills, on topics ranging from artificial intelligence (AI) for trade to cybersecurity and e-commerce.
This collaboration is aimed at addressing the gap between an increasingly digital trading landscape and the lack of knowledge and skills of small businesses in developing countries to sell online.
Through the partnership, ITC and Microsoft will also advocate for inclusive digital trade practices and policies, as digitalization of – and by – small businesses helps contribute to the achievement of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
Exchanging best practices, upgrading skills
As part of ITC’s Inclusive Digital Entrepreneurship in the Agri-food Sector (IDEAS) project in Nigeria, Microsoft will offer tailored capacity building, including courses on Microsoft 365 products such as Excel, Word and PowerPoint, as well as entrepreneurship courses aimed at fostering entrepreneurial thinking, business management, finance management and market research. Additionally, Microsoft will deliver training on using AI for trade and strengthening cybersecurity skills. Certified trainers will ensure beneficiaries apply the newly acquired skills in practice.
ITC will offer tailored e-commerce content for Microsoft’s Digital Skills Nigeria Training Portal. This new content will enable more businesses in Nigeria to acquire the latest e-commerce knowledge and skills.
The partnership with Microsoft is central to ITC’s mission to support small businesses to trade and enhance their competitiveness and is a step towards achieving digital inclusivity and fostering sustainable and inclusive economic growth in developing countries.
‘The partnership with Microsoft means small businesses from developing countries will gain the digital and entrepreneurial skills they need to succeed in fast-changing global markets,’ said Pamela Coke-Hamilton. ‘Digital is the game-changer in global trade – and now small businesses will be able to benefit more from it.’
‘There is a lot of research that demonstrates the impact small businesses have on a community and a nation’s wider economy,’ says Caroline Mutepfa, Philanthropies Lead at Microsoft. ‘According to the World Economic Forum, small businesses make up 95% of all registered businesses and contribute 50% of GDP in sub-Saharan Africa. It is, therefore, crucial that these businesses receive the support they need to thrive in a digital economy. Our work with the ITC aligns with Microsoft’s mission to help individuals and organizations achieve more. Through digital skills building, we hope to leave no business behind.’
Notes to the editor
About the International Trade Centre – The International Trade Centre is the joint agency of the World Trade Organization and the United Nations. ITC assists small and medium-sized enterprises in developing and transition economies to become more competitive in global markets, thereby contributing to sustainable economic development within the frameworks of the Aid-for-Trade agenda and the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals.
About Microsoft –Microsoft (Nasdaq “MSFT” @microsoft) enables digital transformation for the era of an intelligent cloud and an intelligent edge. Its mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more.
About the Inclusive Digital Entrepreneurship in the Agri-food Sector (IDEAS) project-ITC’s IDEAS project, funded by the Government of Japan, aims to promote the development of inclusive e-commerce in Nigeria, particularly for small-scale food processing companies from disadvantaged communities, by enhancing their technical and managerial capacities, strengthening market linkages, and creating a conducive environment for their growth. By providing innovative, effective and fast-acting solutions tailored to the needs of diverse processed food manufacturers, the project aims to expand access to emerging business opportunities that e-commerce offers and to create a more conducive and supportive digital trade ecosystem that works for all toward the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.
About Digital Skills Nigeria Training Portal – Digital Skills Nigeria (DSN) is a multi-year, multi-stakeholder private-public-non-profit partnership designed by Microsoft to build the capacity of key government ministries, departments and agencies to offer sustainable, scalable reskilling and employment services aligned to the local labour markets. The programme focuses on providing access to digital skills training (from digital literacy to advanced training) for young people in Nigeria between the ages of 16-35 years. DSN is implemented as a collaboration between Microsoft, the Federal Ministry of Communication and Digital Economy, strategic non-profit implementing partners like Wootlab Foundation and Data Science Nigeria, and private sector stakeholders.
Rili.ai is AI based social network able to generate a digital twin based on the information you decide to provide
“Rilis” is redefining how individuals connect, interact, create, communicate, and even work in the digital age
One interesting use case is the possibility of self-improvement, using our Rili as a “mirror” for our personality
The Rili beta version is already live for users to join the waiting list. It’s available for both iOS and Android
Since Rili.ai launched its AI-powered app, allowing users to cultivate their digital twin by training it with content in over 100 languages, the use cases have been blossoming in the minds of both the fortunate initial users and the founders.
Rili.ia aims to redefine how individuals connect, interact, create, communicate, and even work in the digital age. Thanks to advanced AI algorithms and machine learning capabilities, anyone can create their own digital twin and interact with anyone, anytime, and anywhere; to break down communication barriers, foster worldwide friendships and unlock infinite possibilities for usage.
Among the many ways a Rili can be useful for the users, one of the most unexpected is to pave the path for self-improvement. A Rili is built by information we provide through chat (written messages or voice audios), by speaking into a microphone, or with a digital print (allowing it to access our Twitch, X, and YouTube profiles) to ultimately becoming our digital twin. Thus, it can be a perfect mirror of our personalities: no better way to know ourselves than listening to ourselves unmediated and raw. Where traditional mirrors can only show us our face and our body like it is, a Rili can show us our inner self responses, emotionality, humor, silences, discourse. We can actually see ourselves more truly than ever, providing a self-knowledge as we have never had access. The socratic “know yourself” is more pure than ever in history.
“The power and magic of Rili.ai is that we can still find surprising and unexpected applications for our digital twins. We think that this will define the new generation of social media platforms like ours. Powered by AI and using the most relevant state-of-the-art technologies, its development will be a turning point for the history of communication”, highlighted Antonio Camacho, Co founder.
The AI-powered app revolutionizes the learning experience, removing barriers to knowledge and promoting a culture of continuous growth. Users not only have the chance to learn from themselves but also from a diverse array of individuals, transcending traditional communication boundaries. Whether engaging in meaningful conversations with other users or utilizing their digital twin for personal development, Rili empowers individuals to broaden their horizons and elevate both their personal and professional lives. By connecting with others and engaging in dialogue, users can glean valuable insights and perspectives, fostering mutual growth and development.
AI app to tackle the unwanted loneliness
Rili is an app founded by two pioneering entrepreneurs, Antonio Camacho and Jorge Cuervo. Since 2017, they have been developing Artificial Intelligence solutions, initially utilizing real-time data and predictive models in artificial intelligence to empower large companies such as Santander Bank and Carrefour to make informed decisions. Antonio and Jorge decided to apply artificial intelligence to tackle a new challenge generated by current society: the issue of unwanted loneliness affecting people worldwide. In less than two months, they developed a prototype of Rili.
Rili.ai revealed itself as a tool to expand your knowledge, gain insights and information from other individuals, or delve deeper into meaningful conversations with other users so that you can apply them to your personal and/or professional life.
Join Rili’s white list
The Rili beta version is already live for anyone interested in joining the community. You can sign up for the white list and will be notified once you have access to create your own Rili. The app is available for iOS and Android. The beta version will be active until the end of May to test and refine the platform with a limited number of users. After this period, Rili will be open to everyone.
About Rili
Rili.ai is an AI-powered app which is able to create digital twins using different technologies. It was co-founded by Antonio Camacho and Jorge Cuervo, two entrepreneurs with experience creating an AI-based company: Hocelot. Rili is currently headquartered in Belgium and is available on both iOS and Android platforms, providing accessibility to users worldwide. The app is free to download and use, making it accessible to anyone seeking to enhance their social networking experience.
Rili.ai offers a dynamic app where users can interact with their digital twins, explore diverse communities, and engage in authentic conversations. Fighting against loneliness in the world, Rili enhances people’s relationships and takes them to the next level. Rili’s motto, “Search, Explore, and Bond,” reflects its commitment to facilitating connections and fostering growth.
Join Rili.ai today and embark on a journey of growth, connection, and personal development in the digital age.
Reference / For media inquiries or additional materials, please contact: (Press Release: Manila, March 27th, 2024)
Scrolling through social media for a recipe worth trying could be mind-numbing. Search results for a “healthy meal” would most likely just lead to multiple choices of greens; and a drastic change in diet like this could be intimidating for most. Adapting to a flexitarian diet can be an easier approach.
This is a semi-vegetarian diet that increases the consumption of plant or plant-based foods and beverages, along with smaller meat portions. Veega provides a variety of delicious and protein-rich options such as Veega Meat-Free Nuggets and Veega Meat-Free Burger Patty — dishes that even kids will enjoy. This is also perfect for the Lenten season.
Elevate your meals with Veega — mmmeaty without the meat! Check out a variety of recipes in Home Foodie and get to shop conveniently from San Miguel Mart.
Who else was excited of the Grand Opening of OBSTACLE CENTRAL in Greenfield District, Mandaluyong City?
Are you ready to visit the new destination for Obstacle Course Race and Fitness Training in Greenfield District with an eco-friendly environment landscape, innovative recreational facilities and a convenient place for an ease of doing your daily activities as part of art of modern healthy lifestyle in the community this day & beyond?
The management, guests, and other persons involved was delighted of the OBSTACLE CENTRAL Grand Opening on March 20, 2024 held at Unit Anchor-03, The Portal, Greenfield District, Brgy. Highway Hills, Mandaluyong City 1552, Philippines. Obstacle Central is a playground or recreational place where an individual or group of persons, families, organizations and companies from different communities in the city or nearby cities are able to do an activity related to team building or may join the Obstacle Course Race and Fitness Training for personal growth in mind, physical body and spirit as part of art, fashion, sport and healthy lifestyle in the society.
Dr. Marc Laurenze C. Celis, Managing Partner/General Manager of Spartan Race Philippines and Obstacle Course Camp, Inc. launched the Grand Opening of Obstacle Central through Ribbon Cutting and Facility Blessing together with its management and guests from different companies and organizations in the community.
The event is filled with activities and programs that thrilled and captivated the guests of the Obstacle Center Grand Opening. It’s all about the art of Obstacle Course Race and Fitness Training to achieve their goal of a healthy lifestyle in general.
A “Run Faster and Longer” is an interesting topic and activity about Strength Training, Endurance and Speed was shared by Coach Seannah to the participants of one of the activities in the Obstacle Central.
Another necessary activity during the event was the Obstacle Class by Coach Ken & Jaypee who shared the Obstacles (8Ft Wall, Multi-Rigs, Olympus Wall, Monkey Bar, Rope Climb & Atlas Carry) and Osbtacle Simulation.
Other activities are Pound Class with Coach Pach, Yoga Class and MetCon with Head Coach PX with Guest Coaches from Spartan SGX Kalabaw.
In general, all of the activities during the OBSTACLE CENTRAL Grand Opening are successful and necessary for the brand positioning of the Company, Obstacle Course Camp, Inc. in the community. With its strategic location, the participants and guests will be able to reach the Obstacle Central with ease and convenience to participate the Obstacle Course Race and Fitness Training this day & beyond.
The National Book Development Board (NBDB) urges policymakers, educators, community leaders, and stakeholders to prioritize readership and literacy initiatives, while also involving parents in efforts to make reading more accessible to all segments of the population.
This call follows the release of the 2023 National Readership Survey (NRS) results, showing a notable decline in non-school book readership among Filipino adults and children. The survey revealed adult readership at 42% and children at 47% in 2023. Access to books emerged as the primary reason for the decline, with limited awareness of public libraries and constraints like time and distance cited as barriers to visits.
These results have prompted the NBDB to reaffirm its commitment to bolstering existing programs and policies to reignite a love for reading among Filipinos.
“These findings, which provide a much-needed nuanced understanding of Filipinos’ reading habits and preferences, reinforce the fact that access to quality books remains a pressing issue in book publishing and education, so the sectors’ focus now clearly has to be on addressing gaps in access,” said NBDB Chairperson Dante “Klink” Ang II.
Moreover, Chairperson Ang stated that the NBDB and its partners will examine various proposals to develop meaningful policy directives aligned with the objectives of Republic Act No. 7743, which aims to establish congressional, city, and municipal libraries, along with barangay reading centers nationwide. According to a 2018 study by the National Library of the Philippines, only 3% of LGUs have local libraries across the country.
“One of the main hindrances to reading revealed by the survey is access to reading facilities such as public libraries, particularly in the provinces. Some of them are really beyond the reach of those living in mountainous areas, for example. Besides expanding the Book Nook project, we will also work to bring libraries closer to the people,” Chairperson Ang added.
Meanwhile, NBDB Executive Director Charisse Aquino-Tugade emphasized the significance of enhancing NBDB’s readership efforts, particularly through initiatives like the Book Nook project. This project establishes reading and storytelling centers across the Philippines, featuring locally published books and serving as distribution hubs for publishers. By offering quality books in various Philippine languages, the Book Nook project addresses access and literacy issues in a single space, fostering education and community engagement in a safe and inclusive environment where visitors can participate in activities, borrow books, and take them home at no cost.
Additionally, the Philippine Book Festival (PBF) promotes a robust reading culture while providing guidance on institutional book purchases. Like the Book Nook project, the PBF brings quality books to readers nationwide while facilitating collaboration between major buyers of educational resources and Philippine publishers.
To encourage involvement in the local book economy, NBDB launched Booklatan sa Bayan, inviting both avid and passive readers to explore literature and culture. NBDB collaborates with reading advocacy groups such as the Reading Association of the Philippines, the Philippine Librarians Association, Inc., and the Adarna Group Foundation, Inc., to synergize efforts in enriching the nation’s reading culture.
“Programming must work hand in hand with policy. Besides readership programs, we will push for policies that democratize distribution and enable publishers to publish more affordable books,” Executive Director Tugade emphasized.
“These survey findings should serve as a call to arms: an opportunity to acknowledge and better understand the current state of readership, to reframe the problems they pose in a way that we are pushed to act and change them rather than dwell on them. If attitudes toward reading are less than desirable, then the responsibility to create environments that make reading possible lies with us. The NBDB is hopeful and renews its commitment to better its programs and policies,” Executive Director Tugade added.
The NBDB highlighted that, according to the survey findings, overall attitudes towards books and reading remained positive. The majority of respondents recognized the importance of books beyond educational and professional contexts. Key insights from the survey included the most popular non-school book (NSB) genres among adults (the Bible) and children (picture books), the preferred reading language (Filipino for both age groups), preferred formats (printed books for both age groups), and primary considerations when selecting NSBs (availability for both age groups).
The NBDB enlisted the Social Weather Stations (SWS) to conduct the 2023 National Readership Survey from November 14th to 20th, 2023, with a sample size of 2,400 adults aged 18 and above, and 2,400 children aged 8-17. This survey is the most comprehensive examination of Filipinos’ reading habits and preferences and is expected to provide invaluable insights for the agency’s readership-focused initiatives.
Reference: (PRESS RELEASE ON THE 2023 NATIONAL READERSHIP SURVEY – March 22, 2024)
HONOR introduces the feature-packed HONOR Pad 9 with advanced audiovisual capabilities and robust hardware performance at your fingertips.
On March 22, 2024, Global technology brand HONOR announced the launch of the HONOR Pad 9, the latest addition to its tablet lineup. Boasting an impressive 12.1-inch 2.5K HONOR FullView Display with a 120Hz refresh rate, an eight-speaker audio system that incorporates HONOR Histen sound tuning technology, and a powerful Qualcomm® Snapdragon® 6 Gen 1 chipset, the HONOR Pad 9 is a feature-packed tablet that offers exceptional user experience and a distinctive design. For only Php 15,999 you can already get the HONOR Pad 9 and if you want the HONOR Magic Keyboard, you can get it in a bundle for only Php 17,999!
Immersive Display Incorporates with Advanced Eye Protection Technology
Featuring a 12.1-inch HONOR FullView display with a screen-to-body ratio of 88%, the HONOR Pad 9 supports a resolution of 2560×1600 pixels and 1.07 billion colors, delivering breathtaking detail and true-to-life colors for an immersive entertainment experience. The HONOR Pad 9 also offers an adjustable refresh rate of up to 120Hz, delivering buttery smooth visuals on select apps and optimizing battery life when using less demanding applications, bringing a more intuitive and flexible user experience.
Upholding its dedication to human-centric technology, the HONOR Pad 9 incorporates industry-leading eye comfort features such as Dynamic Dimming that simulates ciliary muscle activity and reduces eye fatigue, ensuring optimal comfort for the human eye. It also comes with HONOR’s Circadian Night Display technology, automatically adjusting the display into warmer colors to reduce the amount of blue light, promoting the secretion of melatonin and ultimately enhancing users’ sleep quality. Earned both TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Hardware Solution) Certification and TÜV Rheinland Flicker Free Certification, the HONOR Pad 9 provides a comfortable viewing experience, making it the ideal choice for the tech-savvy generation.
Incredible Audio Experience with Eight Speakers
Offering an incredible audio experience, the all-new HONOR Pad 9 is surrounded by eight speakers, with two being positioned at the bottom, delivering immersive sound from multiple directions. With amplified volume levels and a deeper, richer bass, users can reveal in a more powerful and well-balanced sound, enjoying a full-range stereo effects that enhances their audio enjoyment, whether they are at home or on the go. Featuring the HONOR Histen sound tuning technology, the HONOR Pad 9 generates vibrant and dynamic 360° audio, taking any listening experience to new heights. The two bottom speakers are also designed to fire downwards and bounce off surfaces, creating a more cinematic surround sound experience for listeners.
In addition, the HONOR Pad 9 supports Bidirectional Vocal Enhancement technology, delivering precise sound reproduction that enhances the clarity of the human voice and reduces background noise, elevating the overall sound quality. Whether it’s audio calls or online meetings, users can expect a superb audio experience with exceptional clarity.
Smooth User Experience Powered by Enhanced Hardware
Powered by the Qualcomm® Snapdragon® 6 Gen 1 Mobile Platform at its core, the HONOR Pad 9 offers exceptional capabilities. This powerful processor delivers a notable 35% increase in GPU performance and a 40% increase in CPU efficiency, always ensuring smooth and seamless productivity and entertainment.
To further enhance its performance, the HONOR Pad 9 features an 8GB memory and large 256GB storage drive, which can hold 57,000 pictures, 23,000 songs or 226 HD videos locally. Additionally, the HONOR Pad 9 features the innovative HONOR RAM Turbo (8GB+8GB), which leverages a portion of the flash memory as RAM. It means that the 8GB RAM can effectively be expanded to 16GB, providing users with even more storage space for their multimedia collections and ensuring smooth multitasking and efficient performance.
The HONOR Pad 9 is also equipped with a high capacity 8300mAh battery, providing long-lasting connectivity for users throughout the day. With a single charge cycle, the HONOR Pad 9 delivers up to 11 hours of video streaming, 11 hours of social media browsing or 15 hours of music streaming, making it the perfect companion for users who are constantly on the go. Thanks to its 35W Wired HONOR SuperCharge technology, the HONOR Pad 9 enables users to quickly charge their device to usable levels within several minutes using the provided charger, swiftly powering up their tablet for an uninterrupted music and video streaming experience while on the move.
Sleek Design, Smart Experience
Featuring a premium design crafted from lightweight aluminum alloy, the HONOR Pad 9 weighs just 555g and measures a mere 6.96mm in thickness, offering a comfortable and ergonomic feel when held in users’ hands. The tablet’s aesthetic appeal is further enhanced by its curved edges and exquisite frosted finish, providing a smooth touch and exuding a premium look and feel.
Running the latest MagicOS 7.2 based on Android 13, the HONOR Pad 9 offers users access to a wide range of upgraded and personalized smart features, including HONOR Connect, HONOR Notes, and Multi-screen collaboration16. With these intelligent capabilities, the HONOR Pad 9 takes the smart user experience to a new level, making remote working more convenient and efficient than ever before.
To know the complete specs of HONOR X7b, head on to HONOR’s website: https://bit.ly/Web_Pad9_PR. For more exciting announcements, you may visit HONOR’s social media platforms: Facebook (Facebook.com/HonorPhilippines), Instagram (Instagram.com/honorph/) and TikTok Shop: (Tiktok.com/@honorphilippines). To check out HONOR’s complete list of retail stores, go to https://www.hihonor.com/ph/retailers/.
