Gerald Anderson, Jake Cuenca and Kim Kilgroe to Attend Third Annual PhilBike-Expo

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The PhilBike Expo, the biggest industry standard cycling convention in the country, is celebrating its third anniversary this weekend with a three-day expo at the SMX Convention Center, in Pasay City.

Already announced were the arrivals of world-champion cyclists “The Master” Kenny Belaey, the Superkids (Yu Shogi and Takumi Isogai), and Viki Gomez. Rounding out this star-studded line-up are Canadian mountain-bike daredevil, Geoff Gulevich, and Alessandro Colnago, marketing manager of the esteemed Italian bicycle manufacturer, Colnago.

Just announced are appearances from some of the biggest names in Philippine sports and entertainment:

Kim Kilgroe is one of the most revered triathletes in the country today. She is a member of the Philippine National Team and has won multiple triathlons all over the world.

Gerald Anderson is a Filipino-American actor and producer. He is best known for his roles in TV series such as Tayong Dalawa and My Girl, an adaption of the hit South Korean Drama. His work has extended to film with hits such as I’ve Fallen for You and On The Job.

Jake Cuenca is a Filipino actor and Football player. Known as the “Brad Pitt of the Philippines” Cuenca is highly regarded for his roles in the hit TV series, Kahit Puso’y Masugatan and Kung Ako’y Iiwan Mo. He is also a striker for the Football Leauge Division 2 team, Team Socceroo FC.

All three stars will be at the event this Saturday for a meet-and-greet with fans.

To purchase tickets, visit http://philbike.pouchnation.com/. Tickets are PHP120 for one day, and PHP200 for two days until November 21, 12:01PM only. Regular prices of PHP150 per day shall apply on site at the SMX Convention Center. Children ages 12 and below are entitled to a 50% discount while toddlers 3ft. and below enter for free.

DOE Sec. Mobilizes Energy Family For Quick Energy Restoration

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Energy Secretary Alfonso G. Cusi has directed the mobilization of energy assets to fast-track any restoration initiatives amid the entry of Tropical Storm Marce in the Philippine Area of Responsibility last night (24 November).

“I have instructed the Power Bureau and industry participants to ensure the mobility of assets for the smooth restoration in the event that the typhoon damages energy facilities as it passes by,” Cusi said.

As of 2:00 p.m. 25 November, the National Grid Corporation of the Philippines reported that there are currently three down transmission facilities (Panit-an-Altavas 69kV Line, Panit-an-Nabas 138kV Line & San Jose-Bugasong 69kV Line) affecting parts of the provinces of Aklan, Antique and Capiz.

The NGCP had earlier restored offline transmission lines. These are the Paranas-Taft-Borongan-Quinapondan 69kV Line, Tolosa-San Isidro 69kV Line and Panit-an-Roxas 69kV Line, which affected parts of the provinces of Eastern Samar, Leyte and Capiz.

According to NGCP, the inspection and restoration of lines in the affected areas will be in full swing as soon as the weather allows.

Teatro Tomasino Proudly Presents Bonifacio P. Ilagan's "Hindi Na Muli”

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Teatro Tomasino, the official university-wide theater guild of the University of Santo Tomas, celebrates its 39th year with a commemoration to Philippine culture and its past which takes form as a thought-provoking portrayal of Bonifacio P. Ilagan's "Hindi Na Muli” this coming December 1 and 2 at the University of Santo Tomas, Tan Yan Kee AVR, under the direction of the organization’s alumni, J.H. Garcia. With the theme, Let thy art illuminate, a theatrical show will be presented to shed light on the events that transpired a few significant years back.

In their anniversary production, Teatro Tomasino emphasizes the need to reveal how our country’s grim past was buried underneath the claims and “unproven” accusations. Witness as Lolo Veni and his family attest to the era that imposed laws that stripped the people off their rights, and had actively rejected common human decency.

The production exposes the brutality of the Martial Law through the story of a family who were mauled and raped by the regime. As they were also the activists who screamed their throats hoarse against the Marcoses, they contest the willingness of the Marcos supporters who turn a blind eye as propagation of false notion about their legacy continues.

Through a theater experience that will confront beliefs and challenge morals, Teatro Tomasino presents the current social issues of the Philippines from extrajudicial killings to the probable de novo Martial Law: will you turn a blind eye or will you make a stand? Would you let it happen again or never again?

Hindi na Muli will run on the following dates: December 1-2 at 10AM, 1PM, 4PM, and 7PM, at the Tan Yan Kee Auditorium, University of Santo Tomas.

For tickets and inquiries, visit the Teatro Tomasino Facebook page (www.facebook.com/Teatro Tomasino) or follow them at Twitter, Instagram, and Snapchat @teatrotomasino. You can also contact Jenny at 0906 236 9492 or Andrea at 0915 263 6605.