Author: Team Orange

The Philippines is the most receptive market for secondhand goods in the Greater Southeast Asian region. This is one of the findings in the inaugural Carousell Recommerce Index (2021 report), a Carousell Green initiative that highlights the importance of sustainability and recommerce in the region. The report is part of several programs organized by Carousell Group, the leading classifieds group in Greater Southeast Asia, to help address the issue of overconsumption and covers findings from four Carousell Group brands namely Carousell, Cho Tot, Mudah.my and OneKyat, across eight markets – Hong Kong, Indonesia, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, Taiwan and…

It’s a December to remember at Shangri-La Plaza as it fills the month with celebrations and happenings that make the holidays more joyful and brighter this time around. Experience live performances once again at the Grand Atrium. What is Christmas without music and carols, and like all Christmases before, Shang is putting talented local musicians front and center of its holiday celebrations. Head over to the Grand Atrium and catch live performances. Meet a new (and immortal) team of heroes at the Red Carpet. Missing the big screen? Shang’s Red Carpet has finally reopened, and it’s showing the latest Marvel…

The noche buena and gift-giving traditions are both huge parts of the Pinoy Christmas. However, let’s face it: the holidays can get costly. Since every peso counts, we always keep an eye out for exclusive deals to get the most out of our holiday budget. If you’re a frontliner, here’s a special treat—a way of saying “thank you” for your hard work. The Shopee Bayanihan: Frontliner Holiday Package offers an exclusive digital package that includes Shopee discount and free shipping vouchers, ShopeePay bills cashback vouchers, and discounts from participating merchants such as Ultra Mega Supermarket, Shawarma Shack, Moonleaf, Tapa King,…

First introduced to the Philippines in 2019, Beyond The Vines is a contemporary Singaporean brand founded on the belief that good design should be accessible to all. Having cemented its position at the forefront of womenswear, Beyond The Vines has now rebranded and transitioned into a design studio. Two new Beyond The Vines stores in SM Mall of Asia and Power Plant Mall embrace minimalistic design sensibilities with a refined approach drawing from a philosophy inspired by duality – to create boldly, and to design simply. In addition to expanding its ready-to-wear collection, the label is now artfully interpreting its…

One of the most iconic ‘90s chick flicks is making a comeback in our closets and in ForMe fashion, and it’s totally buggin’-worthy. Ladies’ fashion brand ForMe’s newest collection is a collaboration with Clueless, the classic coming-of age movie well-known for its characters’ memorable styles and iconic slang, even after all these years. With ForMe’s collection of graphic tees, bottoms, sleepwear, footwear, and accessories – all reminiscent of the chick flick classic – fans and fashionistas alike can now dress up inspired by Cher, Dionne, and look like a Total Betty. Inspired by movie nights and slumber parties, this collaboration…

More than 400 million doses flown to countries in Africa, Middle East, and Asia, including 23 million flown to the Philippines Over 200 million doses flown in Oct. and Nov. 2021 Emirates SkyCargo has announced that it has crossed a major milestone in the global distribution of COVID-19 vaccines with 600 million doses flown on its flights. Since October 2020, the carrier has transported more than 2.8 million kilograms (2800 tonnes) of COVID-19 vaccines from 35 origins to over 80 destinations. Of these, about 23 million were transported to the Philippines.

Adhering to local hygiene protocols and social distancing, children in some World Vision communities in Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao gathered to teach and learn about online safety to prevent online abuses and sexual exploitation of children. Using the hashtag term “#MayForeverOnline”, children and youth leaders led the orientation about online safety, reminding their peers to be extra careful when posting information on the Internet and social media. “The #MayForeverOnline campaign is our way of reaching out and telling other children and youth to be extra careful when posting information online because anything we post online are there forever even if…

As more establishments reopen to welcome back customers, many have started to experience once again the satisfaction of eating out together with the ones they love. The same can be said for cinemas, allowing moviegoers to experience anew the magic of the big screen. Araneta City knows this, which is why the City of Firsts has launched two promos that will surely satisfy not only the most avid of film fanatics, but also those who love dining out. Get ready to watch and dine with these irresistible offers from Gateway Cineplex 10 and Pizza Hut that you won’t want to…

The Manila Electric Co. (Meralco) has extended assistance to expedite restoration of electricity services in areas that were severely affected by Typhoon Odette (international name: Rai). The company immediately coordinated with the Department of Energy and the Visayan Electric Co. (VECO) and sent an advance party in Cebu on December 19 to help assess the extent of damage to power facilities. Meralco will be deploying a contingent of around 50 engineers and linemen, 25 of which have arrived in Cebu today, December 21, to immediately help in clearing operations and power restoration in the province. The company is also coordinating…

Global smart device brand OPPO recently launched a new video in time for the Christmas season, paying tribute to those who have had to put their dreams aside and get resourceful during the pandemic. The video shows a family, hopeful and full of wonder at first, and suddenly faced with the effects of lockdowns in the country. Told from the perspective of the breadwinner of the family, the video shows how he chose a high-powered smartphone to revive his business, and keep his younger brother’s dreams of graduating alive. The video encapsulates what many Filipinos went through in the past…

This holiday season, PayMaya lets you easily send aguinaldo to your loved ones anytime, anywhere, and in any way you like with surprisingly better features than the e-wallet you’re used to. Whether you’re sending funds to your inaanak’s PayMaya or bank account – or even those without any financial account, PayMaya is here to make your Christmas gift-giving more convenient and fun! Here are just some of the ways PayMaya can bring ease to your aguinaldo-sending this Christmas: