Author: Team Orange

Extreme weather events such as typhoons, floods, and droughts continue to threaten 60% of our land and 74% of the Philippine population. These climate-induced disasters hit rural and farming communities the hardest, disrupting livelihoods, destroying homes, and leading to increased mental health concerns. To shed light on these challenges, Pru Life UK facilitated a session for about 50 staff of the Bangsamoro Transition Authority (BTA) in Cotabato City. The session focused on the critical intersection of climate change and mental health, emphasising the need for community resilience and practical interventions. The session shed light on the growing psychological toll of…

Remember those old phones that could survive a drop on concrete? We’re talking about the early 2000s, when phones were practically indestructible. Today’s smartphones are notorious for seeming way more fragile — with their sleek glass fronts and slim profiles, it’s easy to think they’d shatter at the slightest bump, and some of them do, as many people have found out over the past decade. But here’s the surprising truth: in 2025, today’s smartphones are actually way more durable than they used to be. Think about it — we’re not just looking for cool features anymore. We need phones that…

The next version of Prisma Cloud adds AI-powered prioritization, automated remediation, and a new simplified, powerful user experience. Prisma Cloud is merged with Cortex CDR to form Cortex Cloud, stopping attacks in real-time. Cortex Cloud is also available on Cortex XSIAM, making it the preferred SOC platform for enterprise and cloud. Palo Alto Networks (NASDAQ: PANW), the global cybersecurity leader, is doubling down on cloud security with the introduction of Cortex® Cloud, the next version of Prisma Cloud, that natively brings together new releases of its best-in-class cloud detection and response (CDR) and industry-leading cloud native application protection platform (CNAPP)…

In line with its 130th anniversary in the country, Sun Life Philippines introduced the Sun Life Premier Suite at the SM Mall of Asia (MOA) Arena in Pasay City, with the goal of providing Clients with access to exclusive and one-of-a-kind experiences. To inaugurate the suite, Sun Life invited select Clients to the highly anticipated concert of Grammy-Award winning band Maroon 5 held recently. Clients enjoyed the show complete with gourmet food and drinks, and a stunning view of the performances. Accompanied by a friend or family member along with their respective Sun Life advisors, the Clients had an unforgettable…

Enstack, a mobile app empowering over 200,000 entrepreneurs with independent online stores, has integrated GGives and BillEase into its platform, enabling merchants to offer Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) solutions. This initiative aims to provide small and medium businesses (SMBs) with more flexible and secure payment options while improving access to credit for buyers. Merchants using the Enstack app can now attract more buyers and boost sales by offering installment plans of up to 24 months through GCash’s GGives and BillEase. Expanding Reach and Driving Growth “Giving merchants access to installment payments is a game-changer for their business. By enabling…

Mondelēz International’s Philippine Managing Director, Aleli Arcilla, was recently conferred with the prestigious Honorary Mansmith Sales Masters Award by Mansmith and Fielders. As the first and only sales recognition program across industries in the Philippines, this accolade celebrates individuals who exemplify excellence in sales leadership, innovation, and influence. Aleli’s leadership in growing the snacks company in the country was celebrated and recognized during the event. Arcilla’s leadership has been instrumental in propelling Mondelēz International’s sales growth by strengthening its snacking categories, particularly in the biscuits and chocolates categories. With a robust portfolio of global brands such as Oreo, Toblerone, and…

The story of Karayama’s famous Japanese-style fried chicken, known as karaage, begins in a tiny storefront in Tokyo. Taking pride in the creation of Japanese style fried chicken in its purest form, chicken is slowly marinated in a secret recipe, developed to enhance the flavor of the chicken and not mask it. Each boneless piece is then carefully breaded and fried until superbly crisp. This is no doubt a reason why Karayama is the No. 1 top selling and most popular Karaage restaurant in Japan. In the Philippines, Karayama’s vision is to be known as the brand that offers Japan’s…

Ayala Land’s Nuvali Estate and the City Government of Santa Rosa have officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to establish a new 2-hectare Santa Rosa Civic Complex in Nuvali. This partnership reinforces Nuvali’s position as the regional Central Business District (CBD) of CALABARZON, further driving economic growth in the South. The Santa Rosa Civic Complex is envisioned to have a convention center, a City One-Stop Shop, sports facilities, and a command center, ensuring enhanced accessibility to essential public services while fostering a well-integrated urban environment. As a leading sustainable estate, Nuvali seamlessly integrates residential, commercial, institutional, and recreational spaces…

DJI, the global leader in civilian drones and creative camera technology, today launches the Osmo Mobile 7 Series. This new generation of phone gimbal takes three-axis stabilization and intelligent tracking to new heights. Both the Osmo Mobile 7P and Osmo Mobile 7 feature DJI’s seventh-generation stabilization, ActiveTrack 7.0 technology, and a range of intelligent features for capturing cinematic-quality footage on a smartphone. “From award-winning filmmakers to short-form content creators, DJI continues to expand our ecosystem of creative camera technologies and push the industry forward,” said Ferdinand Wolf, Product Experience Director at DJI. “With the Osmo Mobile 7 Series’ latest advances…

The MICHELIN Guide announced its arrival in Manila and Environs & Cebu for an upcoming 2026 selection The restaurant selection for the inaugural edition will be revealed in the last quarter of 2025 The renowned anonymous MICHELIN Inspectors are already in the field The MICHELIN Guide announced today its latest expansion into the vibrant culinary landscapes of Manila and Cebu. This new selection will focus on the bustling Metro Manila and the dynamic city of Cebu, while also beginning to explore the environs of Manila, including Pampanga, Tagaytay, and Cavite. The prestigious guide revealed that its independent, anonymous inspectors have…

TBA Studios, officially announced on February 18 that actor Jericho Rosales will play the title role of Philippine President Manuel L. Quezon in the biographical historical movie “Quezon.” Rosales will lead the cast of the much-anticipated biopic, which is expected to follow the life of Quezon, a Filipino lawyer, and soldier who became the President of the Commonwealth of the Philippines from 1935 to 1944. “Quezon” will serve as Rosales’ long-awaited return to Philippine cinema after a years-long hiatus; he was last seen on the big screen via the 2018 romantic drama “The Girl in the Orange Dress.” On television,…