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Anne Curtis leads UNICEF fun run for disabled kids

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UNICEF celebrity advocate for children Anne Curtis led some 10,000 runners in the fun run dubbed "The Color Run Dream" for disabled kids at the SM Mall of Asia grounds in Pasay City last September 3. "I love children. That's where I draw my strength for this project. Last year, we saw 7,000 runners making a difference for children's health and nutrition. This year, we are happy to gather some 10,000 runners in this colorful run to help children with disabilities achieve their dreams," said Curtis, during an interview after the early morning fun run. Curtis said that The Color Run is among the first major projects of her foundation called The Dream Machine, a platform to help dreamers achieve their dreams. UNICEF Country Representative Lotta Sylwander cited Curtis for her efforts to help children with disabilities achieve their dreams. "Anne is untiring and unwavering in her support for children. Her generosity to sponsor and organize this...

Anne Curtis-Smith flips bottle vs climate change

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Kapamilya star Anne Curtis-Smith took the challenge to flip a bottle as she helps raise awareness on climate change. "I am flipping a bottle for climate change because if we don't raise awareness and ACT now the future generation will be the ones to face the consequences of climate change," said Curtis on Instagram. "It WILL take a toll on the quality and quantity of water. And as we all know, water is such an essential part of our lives. Let's not take it for granted. If we don’t act NOW, 1 in 4 children will be facing a water crisis! So sweethearts, join us by posting your own bottle flip video! Don't forget to use the hashtags #FlipClimateChange," said the "It's Showtime" host. Curtis also reminded the people to recycle those plastic bottles after all the bottle flipping. UNICEF said that the new campaign aims is to show the many children around the world who are affected by climate change, and who want to see action. A ...