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The name's Emong!

My journals are all about scouting for more of the Pinoy lifestyle along the streets of Manila and beyond. Aside from doing blogs, I also enjoy motocrossing, photography, video editing, and jazzing my guitar at nights.


WHO AM I?

I am a photographer and a multimedia documentarist currently based in Manila, Philippines. I have been covering a variety of topics including travel, motoring, lifestyle and current events. I grew up in Manila and got a degree in mass communications. I went further beyond and went to law school where I learned my way into numerous fields.

I remain committed to issues relating to energy conservation, global health, diminishing cultures, sustainability and the environment.

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How much is the penalty for 5 years late registration of motorcycles?

UPDATED December, 2020 Got late in your motorcycle registration renewal? Driving an unregistered motor vehicle carries with it a fine of P3,000 if apprehended by Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) officers and P10,000 if by LTO traffic personnel. Worse, if the non-registration exceeded one month, the vehicle will be impounded and released only once the vehicle has been registered and the corresponding fines and penalties have been paid. To help you prepare for your visit at the LTO, here's a brief guide on how much money you're going to spend on your motorcycle registration renewal. READ: Complete Guide To nCoV: How Not To Misinform Yourself About The Coronapocalypse What's covered in this guide? 1. LTO penalty formula by weeks 2. Sample computation (if 5 years late) 3. How to renew your motorcycle registration  - Requirements  - 5 step guide YOU MAY WANT TO WATCH:  Motorcycle Transfer of Ownership and Renewal of Registration
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Erich Gonzales is 2018 Tanduay calendar girl

Actress Erich Gonzales is the 2018 calendar girl of Tanduay Rhum. The 27-year-old from Davao City, who first rose to prominence in 2009 as the teenage mother in the TV adaptation of the 1980 film Katorse, was formally introduced as the face of the sought-after calendar of the popular liquor brand during its press launch earlier this week. “The year of 2018 will be an exciting time for both Erich and Tanduay as they drive a momentum for the Tanduay Experience—being more aggressive in the digital and content space, leveraging on augmented realities and virtual experiences, being first in bold executions, and creating daring properties that all encapsulate everyone’s #TibayNgLoob ,” Tanduay executives said. WHAT DO YOU THINK OF THIS POST? Share your ideas by commenting.
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12 ways to save on foodpanda deals this November

Experience unbeatable discounts, perks, and surprises every day throughout November! Revel in with your favorite foodpanda delights as we countdown to the holiday season with non-stop savings all November! Get exclusive deals and perks that make it easy on the budget – whether you’re preparing for holiday feasts or just enjoying your everyday meals. From discounts to cashback offers, foodpanda has everything you need to make your November extra special and your wallet extra happy! Day 1: First-Timer Deals Get your foodpanda experience off to a great start! Enjoy up to 50% off your first food delivery with NEWPANDA, plus free delivery. It’s the perfect way to dive into your first order! Day 2: Pick-Up Perks Why wait? Enjoy 20% off your first pick-up order with NEWPANDA. Grab your favorite food to-go and save on your pick-up order! Day 3: Grocery Goodies Save Php 150 off your first grocery order with NEWSHOPPER! Whether you’
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What to do when you get a HIT on your NBI clearance

A "Hit" on your NBI clearance after your long queue at the NBI satellite office. UPDATED January 2020 Department of Justice (DOJ) Circular 017, or the multi-purpose clearance does  away with the usual separate applications for domestic employment, travel abroad, gun licensing and many others, thereby making it easier for people to obtain and use an NBI clearance. Are you applying for your NBI clearance? The National Bureau of Investigation office has stopped entertaining walk-ins after the implementation of the fully online application process for NBI clearance. The registration and appointment system for the NBI clearance are done online nationwide. Applicants may accomplish the application form at www.doj.gov.ph/nbi , www.nbi.gov.ph , and clearance.nbi.gov.ph . READ: Complete Guide To nCoV: How Not To Misinform Yourself About The Coronapocalypse After registering online, applicants may proceed to any of the NBI sites nationwide for the payment and biom
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Your complete guide to NLEX, SCTEX, TPLEX exits, gas/food stops

UPDATED January, 2020 Are you from Metro Manila and considering a holiday getaway to the north? After a rough week at work, there's nothing like packing your bags, channeling your inner adventurista, and heading to Subic, Baguio or Vigan for glitz and good times! If you're considering making the drive, here is a complete guide to the NLEX, SCTEX and TPLEX exits, interchanges, gas stations and food stops. What's covered in this guide? 1. NLEX Northbound Stopovers 2. NLEX Southbound Stopovers 3. SCTEX Stopovers  - Subic bound  - SCTEX bound  - Tarlac bound  - NLEX bound 4. TPLEX Stopovers Northbound and Southbound 5. Smoking Areas 6. Quick Notes  - TPLEX Petron Km 134  - Auto Sweep RFID NLEX North Luzon Expressway - 84 kilometers Northbound Stop-overs Balintawak Toll Plaza Mindanao Toll Plaza (Smart Connect Interchange) Valenzuela Exit Meycauayan Exit Petron Stopover (Gas/Food/Toilets) Km 23 Jollibee, Kenny Rogers, Starbucks, Army Navy
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Discover your inner cooking genius with the new UFC Overload All-purpose Sauces

UFC, known for catering to Filipinos’ endless love for sauces of all kinds, has officially introduced the new UFC Overload All-Purpose Sauces.  UFC Overload is an all-in-one, heat-and-serve sauce packed with real ingredients that’s perfect for a variety of food applications. Whether you identify as a busy foodie seeking for convenient yet delicious meals at home or as a budding home cook looking to improve their cooking skills, UFC Overload is the best all-purpose sauce for you. Available in three flavors of Meaty, Creamy, and Cheesy, the possibilities are endless for coming up with exciting homemade meals with these all-purpose sauces. Meet the Meatiest   Made with the iconic Filipino-style sauce that UFC is best known for, UFC Meaty Overload has real bits of cooked pork, beef, and hotdog all combined into one convenient sauce pack. Cook up a quick pizza without having to go through the hassle of preparing the meat sauce, top it
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Masarap pumili sa Jollibee Mix Match Combos dahil ang options ay sulit sarap!

While customers often seek for things that offer the best value for their money, they sometimes feel that they need to settle for less. No compromise is needed with Jollibee’s Mix Match Combos, kasi ang saya pumili! Here, each option combines value and deliciousness, making it truly sulit sarap! These combos offer a variety of Jollibee’s best-tasting products, promising customers an enjoyable, filling, and wallet-friendly meal. For only P75, they can select a main and a side enjoying savings of up to P45! “Jollibee’s Mix Match Combos empower customers to craft their own sulit-sarap experience. This offering stands out for its superior blend of value, taste, substantial portions, convenience, affordability, and variety,” said Mari Aldecoa, Assistant Vice President for Jollibee Masterbrand. The experience comes in two simple steps: Step 1: Choose 1 main – Yumburger, Jolly Spaghetti, 1 pc. Burger Steak, Tuna Pie Step 2:
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Show your school spirit and win a P500k scholarship fund for your school with Nissin’s limited-edition UAAP packs

From proudly wearing your school colors to cheering at the top of your lungs, there’s nothing more exciting than to passionately show your support for your university’s team during the University Athletic Association of the Philippines (UAAP) season. Now, you can also show your school spirit, and even help your university get a P500,000 scholarship fund or score a trip to Japan for two, with Nissin Cup Noodles’ limited-edition UAAP packs. Nissin Cup Noodles, one of the leading cup noodle brands in the country, released UAAP-themed packaging in time for Season 87. The special packs will be available on Nissin’s 12 mini-cup flavors, which include Seafood, Beef, Bulalo, Batchoy, Chicken, and more. Each packaging features different university match-ups and a vibrant design that takes inspiration from the exciting UAAP basketball games that thousands of fans look forward to. The mini size is perfect for enjoying a quick snack while rooting for your favo
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LIST: Ayala Malls Spark Pinoy Holiday Magic with a Slew of Special Christmas Activities

This holiday season, Ayala Malls is once again solidifying its place as the ultimate holiday destination with the return of the much-anticipated Holiday Trail for its second edition. The lifestyle hub officially ushered in Christmas 2024—the season that begins earlier in the Philippines with the arrival of “ber” months—by hosting a memorable Christmas tree lighting ceremony at the Glorietta Activity Center. Simultaneously, giant Christmas trees across 30 Ayala Malls nationwide illuminated the night sky, amplifying the festive mood and spreading Christmas cheer across the country. A Christmas Celebration Close to Home: Filipino Traditions and Nostalgia Four iconic Ayala Malls led the charge in celebrating the holidays. With the theme Christmas in My Home, this year’s festivities honor Filipino traditions and evoke nostalgia, beautifully captured in vibrant holiday illustrations by renowned artist Robert Labayen. At Ayala Malls Circuit, Labayen’
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What the LTO says about changing mag wheels, rims and tires of your car, motorcycle

The new LTO PMVIC, or the Land Transportation Office - Private Motor Vehicle Inspection Centers, has started operations in some parts of the country for inspections of cars and motorcycles due for registration renewal. Dubbed as MVIS (Motor Vehicle Inspection System), it aims to test the roadworthiness of private and commercial vehicles prior to their registration. This also includes the checking of modifications, upgrades and accessories that have been installed on your vehicles - whether factory or aftermarket. If they don't meet LTO standards, you fail the test. Failing the MVIS test means you have to retake the inspection and worse, you can't register your vehicle any more. For purposes of discussion, I chose to talk about wheels and tires because they are the most frequently modified parts of our cars and motorcycles. Now comes the question: Is it considered illegal to replace your wheels with aftermarket mag wheels? Can those u
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