Author: Team Orange

Schneider Electric is the first-ever corporation to top Corporate Knights Global 100 twice. This marks the company’s 14th consecutive year on the list, achieving a top 10 ranking for the 7th time. The global recognition highlights Schneider Electric’s outstanding efforts in advancing sustainability and innovation in emerging markets worldwide, including the Philippines. Schneider Electric, the leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, was recently recognized as the World’s Most Sustainable Corporation for 2025 by Corporate Knights and is the first-ever company to rank first in the Global 100 twice, having previously earned this distinction in 2021. This…

Munimuni will embark on a Philippine tour next month as part of the campaign to promote their third full-length 2024 album, Alegorya. The acclaimed Filipino band has announced the first part of their nationwide tour, which includes shows spanning cities across Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao: Baguio, La Union, Metro Manila, Lucena, Cebu, Cagayan De Oro, and Davao. Co-produced and co-organized by GNN Entertainment Productions, the tour will feature long sets by the five-piece band, and will be supported by guest acts representing each city. The tour has also partnered with Filla Killa, Indie CDO, Holodeck Productions, Alpas, Film and Print,…

Sun Life, the no. 1 life insurance company in the Philippines , recently announced a strategic tie-up with Fullerton Health Philippines of Fullerton Health Group, a leading integrated healthcare platform in Asia, to redefine financial and holistic wellness for Filipinos. This collaboration aims to provide Filipinos with a more comprehensive approach to their overall well-being by seamlessly integrating financial security with accessible healthcare solutions. Through this tie-up, Sun Life and Fullerton Health Philippines will offer a wide range of comprehensive health and wellness solutions. This includes enhanced advisor and Client offerings that combine financial planning and holistic wellness. The alliance…

To help protect people from online scams, Google at Safer Internet Day announced a new feature for Android devices: Enhanced Google Play Protect. Financial fraud and scams pose a significant and escalating threat in the Philippines. A key contributor to this problem is the downloading of sideloaded apps—apps obtained from unofficial online sources rather than the Google Play Store. Often disguised as seemingly harmless quick loan apps or instant reward games, these malicious apps frequently steal personal data or funds. To combat this growing challenge, Google introduced a major advancement in mobile user protection: Enhanced Google Play Protect. This enhanced…

Sun Life Financial-Philippines Foundation, Inc. (Sun Life Foundation) and its implementing partner, AHA! Behavioral Design® (AHA! BD), were recently recognized at the 60th Anvil Awards after Sun Pera-Aralan, the first behavioral finance program for public school teachers in the Philippines, won both the Grand Anvil Award and the Gold Anvil Award. Sun Pera-Aralan was launched in 2018 by the Sun Life Foundation in response to the PHP 300 billion debt crisis faced by public school teachers. The program has taken a one-of-a-kind approach by employing behavioral science to promote and develop positive and practical daily money habits that do not…

Following her recent confirmation for a performance at the 2025 South by Southwest (SXSW) Music Festival, indie pop/soul sensation MURI is set to represent the Philippines at this year’s Bangkok Music City (BMC). MURI, the acclaimed singer-songwriter known for her unique blend of R&B, jazz, soul, and indie pop, will take the global stage alongside 58 artists from Thailand and more than 18 international artists. “I believe there’s a wealth of untapped potential for artists to connect within ASEAN, and I’m thrilled to perform in Bangkok for the first time,” shares the rising Filipino act. “I’ve also heard so much…

Sony Philippines reveals today Renzer Rev Damaso as Philippines’ National Award winner for the Sony World Photography Awards 2025. The National & Regional Awards programme is an initiative set up by Sony and Creo under its photography strand the World Photography Organisation to support local photographic communities around the world, with 56 countries taking part this year. Across this year’s Awards over 419,000 images from over 200 countries and territories were submitted to the Sony World Photography Awards 2025. National and Regional Award winners were selected from the Open competition, which champions the best single images taken in the past…

In a groundbreaking move to make premium healthcare more accessible and flexible, Maxicare, the Philippines’ leading healthcare provider, introduces two innovative prepaid health cards: LifesavER and LifesavER+. Designed for individuals and families seeking peace of mind in medical emergencies, these cards redefine how Filipinos approach emergency healthcare. Medical emergencies can strike at any time, and the LifesavER product line ensures you’re always prepared. With nationwide coverage at Maxicare-affiliated hospitals, including six premier medical institutions—Asian Hospital and Medical Center, Cardinal Santos Medical Center, Makati Medical Center, St. Luke’s Medical Center (BGC and QC), and The Medical City—Maxicare guarantees access to world-class…

ABS-CBN’s record label StarPop has released its latest collection, “StarPop: The Remixes Volume 3” album featuring fresh takes on 15 recent pop hits from its roster of artists. Belle Mariano’s “Apelyido,” “Biglaan,” “Walang Pake” and her “Believing in Magic” collab with Alexa Ilacad and Francine Diaz have reimagined versions in the new album. Vice Ganda’s novelty hit “Bwak, Bwak, Bwak!” has two new fun remakes in the album as well, the Clean Version and the Explicit Version.

PlayTimePH is just a few clicks away from reaching 1 million followers, and the excitement is building! After giving away 5 Yamaha Mio Fazzios last December, the stakes are even higher this month. Once the Facebook account @PlayTimePH hits 1 million followers, one lucky follower will drive off with a brand-new car this summer! Thats right! Forget two wheels, this time it’s all about four! Its the ultimate summer ride, ideal for beach trips, scenic drives, and exploring the country. Followers wont want to miss the chance to win a car, just in time for the warm season.

Philippines will continue to experience cold weather this February due to the effects of the northeast monsoon, locally known as “amihan” the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) said. The cool air is not only a welcome relief from the tropical country like the Philippines but also brings along an increased risk of flu outbreaks. During this time, it’s common to see more people coming down with colds, coughs, and the flu. According to the Department of Health (DOH), 5,789 influenza-like cases were logged as of January 18 and it is expected to spread more due to the…