Author: Team Orange

Budding music artist Recio has put together a collection of songs inspired by his own personal feelings and struggles in his debut extended play (EP) “How Does It Feel” or simply “HDIF,” which was released under ABS-CBN’s Tarsier Records. The project, which serves as a sendoff to Recio’s younger self, demonstrates his rich artistry through its exploration of diverse themes and sounds using analogue and digital instruments. “I can say that the tracks in the EP are a farewell to the younger, immature mindset and I suggest listening to the entire EP in one go. I’ve always left subtle inter-text…

Globally, 12 million girls are married before the age of 18 each year. Despite the recent decline in its prevalence, the COVID-19 pandemic and its impact to families have placed children—especially girls—at a higher risk of being forced into marriage to make ends meet. Studies have shown that marrying at an early age hinders children from reaching their potential and experiencing full lives. It not only discourages them from pursuing their education, but it also makes them prone to domestic violence and to several health risks. As a child-focused organization and member of the Child Rights Network in the Philippines,…

Paolo Sandejas gets his 2022 off to a strong start with his brand-new single “Different Shade of Blue” under Universal Records. It follows his equally infectious song “Dad Jeans” released last November 2021. The singer-songwriter continues to thrive on his distinct bedroom pop sound in this latest offering. Satisfying our senses with slow yet summery melody and carefully crafted beats is such a familiar territory for Paolo. Within the first few seconds, you’ll easily feel that “Different Shade of Blue” is a dreamy track made with much heart. It’s easy-listening, provides a right dose of charm, and is very comforting…

Ushering in a new year also means the chance to make a fresh start. We reflect on the habits we want to change, new behaviors we want to start adopting, and goals we want to achieve. More often than not, the resolutions we set on January 1 get abandoned in a couple of weeks because “life happens.” While the journey of self-improvement can be daunting, it’s important to remember that taking small steps builds up to significant progress in our goals. For those of us who don’t know where to begin, consider these tips with product recommendations from your favorite…

The overwhelming surge of Covid19 at the beginning of 2022 has made a lot of people extremely careful more than ever as everyone takes the extra effort to stay safe and vigilant as they protect themselves and their loved ones against the virus. People are loading-up on essential vitamins and other health supplements while exercising regularly, eating healthy, sleeping well, practicing social distancing, and following protocols in strengthening their immune systems as everyone continues to live their lives in weathering the health crisis. Imee Marcos, like every Pinoy mother, takes care of her family while doing her job simultaneously by…

Max’s Restaurant, the iconic Filipino restaurant chain famous for its Sarap-to-the-Bones® Fried Chicken is welcoming 2022 with hard-to-resist deals and surprises. During the start of the year, many are looking for ways to save that’s why it’s slashing off prices of its select dishes. Customers shouldn’t miss this chance to get huge savings on their Max’s favorites. On top of that, it’s introducing new Pinoy all-time favorite breads from Max’s Corner Bakery. Sunday Special: P149 off on Whole Fried Chicken This January, Max’s will be giving P149 discount on whole orders of Fried Chicken every Sunday. It’s a good way…

Fresh starts call for fresh styles, and Penshoppe’s Julia Barretto is treating fans to her ultimate fashion secrets and hacks that will make the new year hustle and bustle feel like an everyday runway. New adventures, challenges, and plans await this 2022, and it’s bound to get busy. It’s no secret that Club Pen member Julia Barretto’s days get as hectic as can be, so to finally know how she manages to keep her style fresh and fashionable while running on a full schedule is the gift we’ve been waiting to unwrap. In this Penshoppe exclusive, discover Julia’s best-kept fashion…

realme, the PH’s no. 1 smartphone brand for three consecutive quarters in 2021 (based on Canalys and IDC sell-in data Q1-Q3 2021), recently announced that its widely popular Number Series has officially reached 40 million in worldwide sales volume, according to global research firm Strategy Analytics. Strategy Analytics Report: Cumulative Shipments of Smartphone Families Launched since 2018 (M units) The firm reports that the Number Series’ consolidated volume of 40 million units worldwide is reflective of the young brand’s growing position within the global tech industry, currently ranking fourth among “New Age Smartphone Families” in the world. realme was able…

The Manila Electric Company (Meralco) emerged as one of the top companies in the Philippines on service excellence, leveraging both digital and traditional customer channels despite the challenges brought about by the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. In the recently concluded 2021 ASEAN Enterprise Innovation Awards presented by Asia IoT Business Platform (AIBP), Meralco was recognized for its entry, “Transformation Powered by Technology and Tradition”, which showcased the power distributor’s programs aimed at enhancing customer experiences through process improvements and digital transformation. Among Meralco’s key customer-centricity initiatives are its Facebook Live Chat, which serves 8,000 transactions per hour; Virtual Customer Assistant, which…

In a bid to aid the victims of Typhoon Odette in their journey toward recovery, Union Bank of the Philippines (UnionBank) recently deployed its “Bank on Wheels” (BOW) mobile banking facility in Cebu, to provide customers with easy access to much needed basic financial services. BOW is UnionBank’s 5G-capable banking kiosk in a van, designed to bring the Bank’s trailblazing technology and innovation directly to its customers. It is a mobile version of its first-in-industry fully digital banking branch, The ARK, allowing customers to experience the features of the said branch potentially anywhere in the country. Cebu residents were able…

Parokya Ni Edgar’s comeback music video for their latest single “Rosas” is exuding with romantic vibes as it showcases the captivating chemistry of real-life couple Ronnie Alonte and Loisa Andalio. Staying true to the lyrics of “Rosas”, the official music video was shot entirely in the vicinity of Marikina, paying homage to its wonderful community, scenery, and people. The LoiNie loveteam was indeed pure of passion in shooting their scenes together in the picturesque Marikina landscape, evident in the compelling final cut of the four-minute music video. Hours before its release on the official YouTube channel of Universal Records Philippines,…