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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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#EasyWithHomeCredit: Own the iPhone 16e, now with 0% interest for as low as P2,482 per month

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HONOR launches AI-heavy HONOR Magic7 Pro for only P59,999

Embarking on a new era of AI Phone innovation, HONOR Magic7 Pro is now official in PH Leading global technology brand HONOR today announced the launch of the HONOR Magic7 Pro in the Philippines. Committed to providing the ultimate AI Phone experience, HONOR introduced the HONOR Magic7 Pro, which features cutting-edge AI capabilities that revolutionize photography, enhance display quality, and deliver exceptional hardware performance. For only Php 59,999, HONOR Magic7 Pro is now available for pre-order until April 25 with FREE JBL Soundgear Frames worth Php 9,499! “We are excited to introduce our latest flagship, the HONOR Magic7 Pro, which seamlessly integrates both on-device and cloud AI capabilities to deliver a more intuitive, intelligent, and secure user experience. We have adopted a range of innovative approaches to reinvent the smartphone from the fundamental operating system and hardware level, bringing true intelligence to the ...
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Stay cool this summer with Midea’s latest air conditioning innovations

As summer temperatures rise, staying cool and comfortable becomes more important than ever, whether you’re at home, in the office, running a business, or simply out and about. The intense heat can make even simple tasks feel exhausting. That is why having a reliable air conditioner that is engineered to provide smart, energy-efficient, and ultimate comfort is a must this season. To help every home and workplace beat the heat, one of the country’s trusted appliance brands for home and business solutions, Midea, proudly unveiled its latest lineup of cooling solutions, both for residential and commercial. Launched at the 2025 Midea AC Specialist Convention in Boracay, Midea’s latest air conditioning innovations deliver exceptional cooling and energy efficiency. Designed and engineered for Filipino homes and businesses, these smart, sustainable, and user-friendly units reinforce the brand’s commitment to world-class cooling solutions. Next-lev...
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Discover Awesome Intelligence this Summer with Samsung

Have a #SoLitSummer with the Samsung Galaxy A56 5G, A36 5G, and Galaxy A26 5G, your multifaceted devices that are perfect for your upcoming adventures Samsung has finally dropped the latest Galaxy A series mobile devices – just in time for you to have a #solitsummer! The Galaxy A56 5G, Galaxy A36 5G, and Galaxy A26 5G are now enabled with Awesome Intelligence, Samsung’s most accessible AI platform yet. With accessible Awesome Intelligence features that promise to make mobile AI for all, you can expect a partner device that is fit for your upcoming vacation goals and needs. Be the Best in Class, Full Awesomeness with the Galaxy A56 5G The Galaxy A56 5G is Samsung’s latest Galaxy A series device, now equipped with Awesome Intelligence. Along with fan-favourite Circle to Search with Google, the Galaxy A56 5G is also equipped with the Best Face feature (exclusive to this model in the Galaxy A series). By enabling Motion Photo, you c...
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9 FAST FACTS about the East, West Valley Quake Faults that you need to know

THE Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) on Monday released the Valley Fault System (VFS) Atlas, a handbook of large-scale maps showing in detail areas traversed by the Valley Fault System, otherwise known as the East and West Valley Quake Faults. News headlines, radio and television announcements are already in place to let the people living in the VFS make the necessary precautions if and when this great earthquake should occur. Houses should be at least five meters away from the fault lines and should be able to withstand a strong earthquake, the agency added. But what really is the VFS? 1. The VFS is an active fault system in the Greater Metro Manila Area composed of two fault segments: the East Valley Fault (EVF) and the West Valley Fault (WVF). 2. The EVF, which covers several barangays in Rodriguez and San Mateo, Rizal, measures ten kilometers long while the WVF, which runs within Bulacan, Rizal, Metro Manila, Cavite and Laguna has a lengt...
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10 Big Reasons To Buy A Small Car (What Are The 5 Best Compact Cars)

It used to be the bigger the better in Metro Manila, but nowadays fuel economy, easy parking and the ability to glide through the Edsa traffic are key features to look for. With rising gasoline prices and the current traffic gridlocks in the city, many car drivers are considering changing at least one of their vehicles to something smaller that will provide better gas mileage and road maneuverability. This is especially true if the driver has a long commute to work. Smaller cars, often referred to as subcompact cars, now gets you on the high ground. Here are 10 big reasons to buy a small car, so you can make an informed decision on the advantages of owning one. 1. Parking - The struggle is real. How many times have you find it hard to fit into a tiny parking space? In Metro Manila, the first and most obvious problem is parking space, may it be at home, at the mall or on the streets. With a small car, you will be able to fit it anywhere; without breaking a sweat. And ta...
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Rolls Fit for Role Models—Filled with Heart and Layers of Goodness

As we grow up and go through life, we find different kinds of people who inspire us and provide help as well as valuable advice along the way. They add light to our lives and make it richer—much like a chocolate roll adding sweetness to our journey, layer by layer.  Our various role models help shape our future and make our present more fulfilling. They impact our lives in ways we often don’t realize. They influence our careers, passions and perspectives, pushing us to do better every day.  To say thank you, we celebrate them with a sweet treat that reflects just how special they are: the new Red Ribbon Chocolate Roll Creations, our new roll model.  Different forms, same ingredients Role models come in many forms. They can be a mentor that gives you valuable life lessons, a master that helps you improve your craft and skill, or simply a friend that always helps you stay on the right track in life.  Despite coming f...
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Bigger, Better, More Impactful: Discover the Soul of Filipino Flavor at the 2025 DTI National Food Fair

Get ready for five days of culinary discovery, connection, and the vibrant future of Philippine food. Prepare to dive deep into the heart of Filipino culinary heritage and witness the dawn of its innovative future! From April 9 to 13, 2025, the highly anticipated 2025 DTI Bagong PilipinasNational Food Fair transforms SM Megamall’s MegatradeHalls 1-3 into a vibrant crossroads of taste, tradition, and trailblazing entrepreneurship.    Presented by the Department of Trade and Industry’s Bureau of Market Development, and OTOP (DTI-BMDPO) in collaboration with the DTI Regional and Provincial Offices, this is not just a fair; it’s an invitation. An invitation to wander through aisles bursting with the aromas of regional specialties, to connect with the passionate creators behind over 250 unique food ventures, and to taste the ‘Bagong Pilipinas’ – a new chapter of Filipino ingenuity served on every plate.    “This event...
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