Author: Team Orange

The Philippines is now hosting the SDGs Resiliart Earth Saving Manila Event from December 2-10, 2021 on the occasion of the UN Human Rights Week organized by the Earthsavers UNESCO Artist for Peace and the Philippine Center of the International Theater Institute (ITI) Social Change Network. It actualizes the roadmap identified in the May 2018 Manila Declaration for the Launch of the International Peace and Climate Justice Movement: Not by Force but by Art, under UNESCO Patronage. This agreement was endorsed by the November 2018 Cartagena de Indias SSCC Conference and at the December 2018 Katowice COP 24 through an international…

The pandemic may be the most pressing health issue we’re facing today globally, but diabetes and other lifestyle diseases are also considered global health emergencies. In the Philippines, diabetes is one of the leading causes of deaths. 3.7M Filipinos are diabetic, and this number is expected to grow to 7.4M in the next 5 years. And in our current situation in this pandemic, patients with lifestyle diseases are more vulnerable because they have a higher risk to develop complications and severe COVID, since they are likely to have other comorbidities such as hypertension, obesity, and heart disease. This makes it…

In a music landscape populated by personalities who turn familiar music trends into sleek new forms, raven seems to be ahead of the pack. The young singer-songwriter/producer has built a reputation for experimenting with various music genres, from hip-hop to bedroom pop, from lo-fi to acoustic, from R&B to ‘90s indie rock. But what sets him apart from his contemporaries is his ability to tap into the zeitgeist without compromising his vision as an artist, making considerable amounts of artistic leap in less than two years after being signed to Sony Music Philippines and being taken under the management wing…

Filipinos are the ultimate foodies. We love to try new cuisines and dishes, and a recent favorite has been Hanshik or Korean fares. Nobody can resist feasting on spicy tteokbokki and munching on crispy mandu while watching their favorite K-drama. Even just the thought of slurping that piping hot ramyeon on a cold night can really work up your appetite. But as the pandemic still rages on, cooking Korean dishes at home is the best way to satisfy your cravings. It may look challenging to cook but there are recipes that you can easily pull off and even give a…

TNT subscribers all over the country can gear up for more online fun and connection as mobile brand TNT has upgraded its SurfSaya with more data plus Unli Calls and Texts to All Networks for as low as Php20. The upgraded SurfSaya 20 now comes with a total of 500 MB data, which is inclusive of 200 MB open access data and 300 MB for popular apps like Facebook, Mobile Legends: Bang Bang, Instagram and TikTok, plus Unli Calls and Texts to All Networks valid for two days for only Php20. “Our bigger and better SurfSaya is just one of…

PLDT and wireless unit Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) together with the PLDT-Smart Foundation are helping residents in Aparri, Cagayan get back on their feet after the onslaught of Tropical Cyclone Maring in October. Working with the local government unit, PLDT, Smart and PSF launched the cash-for-work program that benefitted around 240 families who were severely impacted by the storm. The initiative saw the group donating cleaning materials to help in cleanup efforts. Those who participated also received daily wages for the three-day program, providing families immediate livelihood opportunities after the storm. “Guided by our core value of ‘malasakit’ or compassion,…

On an unbelievably consistent and amazing trajectory to the top of the charts and to the hearts of music aficionados everywhere, the Philippines’ premiere P-Pop Idol Group Press Hit Play (PHP for short, to their ever-growing number of local and international supporters) seem to just keep unleashing hit-after-hit, and definitely have musical domination within their sights as they are set to officially release yet another bull’s eye of a single called “Adlaw,” which is currently available online through all leading streaming platforms and digital stores. The track – which comes-in hot from previously upbeat and catchy singles from the group…

Without a doubt, great artists are not only defined by their ability to churn-out song-after-song for casual music fans, but they are separated from the rest by their ability to seamlessly cross-genres without losing their identity – something not just fans, but peers and serious aficionados would also take-notice-of… In short, musical evolution is always the name of the game when it comes to longevity. And evosound artist Joe Vince is seemingly one of those rare musical talents who is destined for bigger things, as his latest single “Laro,” promises to be yet another surefire single that will capture the…

The adobo Video Fest 2021, which celebrates the creators and publishers behind the most original, most addictive, and most creative Pinoy content on Facebook Watch, officially opened entries to online creators and publishers last November 15. Organized by adobo Magazine and presented by Facebook Watch, the first-ever adobo Video Fest 2021 is a festival that recognizes the best and most entertaining Pinoy content that have been uploaded to everyone’s favorite social media platform — aka, “Entertainment We Watch.” The adobo Video Fest is open to all Filipino content creators, as well as creators and publishers that are based in the…

Uncover the root of all Evil in the action-horror Resident Evil: Welcome to Raccoon City, exclusively in Philippine cinemas starting December 15. “25 years ago, I walked the dread-filled corridors of the Spencer mansion, then experienced the rain-soaked night surrounding the Raccoon police station,” says writer-director Johannes Roberts, recalling the landmark videogames “Resident Evil” and “Resident Evil 2.” Now, Roberts calls on those memories to take his fellow “Resident Evil” fans back to the story’s roots with the new film Resident Evil: Welcome to Raccoon City. “I come from that generation of the first PlayStation gamers who grew up with…

Manulife Philippines, a subsidiary of Manulife Financial Corporation – a leading international financial services group – has added two new executives to its top management team. Rajeev Kumar has been appointed Chief Financial Officer and Maya Lee has been appointed as Chief Operations Officer to help strengthen the company’s leadership team, drive digital transformation and customer centricity, and offer relevant and innovative insurance solutions that can help more Filipinos financially secure their future. “We’re excited to welcome Rajeev Kumar and Maya Lee aboard, who both bring a wealth of experience and expertise to our team. We look forward to their…