Author: Team Orange

Continue the quest for new experiences and enjoy a liberating city or island escape with The Discovery Leisure Company’s Discover Independence deals.The homegrown hospitality Group helps you travel just the way you want to. Book online at http://www.discoveryhotels-resorts.com/discover-independence and use the promo code: FREEDOM from 12 to 19 June 2016 and getas much as 50% savings on room rates for stays until October. For cosmopolitan vacations, break free at either Ortigas or Makati, perfect for foodie adventures and retail therapy. After a day of shopping at the nearby Megamall, retreat to any of Discovery Suites’ rooms for half the price, starting…

Zanjoe Marudo takes on the challenging role of a single father raising two boys after being left by his wife for another man in an inspirational Father’s Day special on “MMK” this Saturday (June 18). Due to poverty, Juan (Zanjoe Marudo) did not get the opportunity to finish his schooling and promised himself that when the time comes, he will do everything to give his own children a proper education. But raising a family proved to be difficult for him and wife Melissa (Dawn Chang). Despite Juan working two jobs, making ends meet was impossible for the couple, forcing Melissa…

Local IT industry leader Acer Philippines continues to expand its horizon in the commercial sector with the appointment of Techtron Systems Corporation as its newest partner. The partnership with Techtron came at an opportune time for the tech giant as it aims to grow further its commercial line of computers. “Techtron had been a very supportive partner ever since. We appreciate their dedication and passion in selling Acer products, especially our Consumer line where they have been a partner since 2007. Now that they are a Commercial business partner of Acer, we look forward to grow with them even further,”…

In the first papal visit to the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP), Pope Francis today gave his full support to the goal of eradicating hunger and paid tribute to the organization’s staff, including those who had lost their lives at work. “Do not grow weary or let problems dissuade you,” the Pope told WFP’s governing Executive Board and staff at WFP headquarters in Rome. “In implementing this urgent priority of ‘Zero Hunger,’ I assure you of our complete support and encouragement.” On arrival, he saw brass plaques with the names of staff members who have died in service. “I…

Dory is a bright blue tang with a sunny personality. She suffers from short-term memory loss, which normally doesn’t upset her upbeat attitude until she realizes she’s forgotten something big: her family, in Disney-Pixar’s “Finding Dory.” Of course, she’s found a new family in Marlin and Nemo, but she’s haunted by the belief that someone out there is looking for her. Ellen DeGeneres was called on to provide her iconic voice to the lauded character for Dory’s return to the big screen something DeGeneres often imagined on “The Ellen DeGeneres Show.” “I was campaigning for a sequel to ‘Finding Nemo’…

The lead star of the number one primetime series “FPJ’s Ang Probinsyano” Coco Martin started the school year by bringing smiles to students of San Jose Belmonte, Bulacan as he led the launch of “Saludo sa Pamilyang Pilipino, Oplan Balik Eskwela 2016” last Monday (June 13). Coco personally went to Paradise Farm Elementary School in San Jose Belmonte, his chosen beneficiary, and gave out 800 pieces of school bags containing school supplies, raincoats, slippers, etc. He also donated 18 units of electric fans and boxes of teaching aid for teachers. Because of the Kapamilya actor’s help, both students and teachers…

DreamPlay, City of Dreams Manila’s DreamWorks-inspired interactive play space, celebrates its one year anniversary this month with an enthralling lineup of new activities. They are also introducing the Madagascar franchise’s King Julien character, and the launch of his first-of-its-kind dance competition for children called “King Julien’s Dance Off”. DreamPlay is treating guests to all-new exciting attractions including: 4D theatrical special “Megamind: The Button of Doom” in the Dream Theater and introducing the Megamind character to DreamPlay for the first time! A brand new lesson at the interactive Kung Fu Fighting dojo Penguins of Madagascar create-your-own-movie module at the Dream Studio…

After honoring #SuperMoms last May, this June SM Supermalls puts the spotlight to families’ “Idol Dads” and declare that “Dad is King At SM” via a week-long nationwide celebration of Father’s Day with great gifts, hearty dinners and exciting entertainment treats all set to make the occasion more special and memorable for every family’s beloved dad. From June 17 to 19, foodie dads and their families can go on an exciting culinary tour with SM Supermalls’ Dad’s East Out Weekend’s wide variety of restaurants and food stops offering family packages and special treats to ensure dad is filled with good…

More Filipino commuters can now enjoy the digital convenience of Uber combined with cashless transactions as PayMaya Philippines (formerly Smart eMoney, Inc.), the digital financial services arm of PLDT and , announced today an exciting promo with Uber. Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) From June 10 to July 10, 2016, PayMaya users who download and use Uber for the first time will get 50% off their first ride when they use the promo code PAYMAYAxUBER. The promo is valid for both Black Car and UberX rides (Metro Manila and Cebu only). To avail of the promo, PayMaya users just need to have…

Ever wondered how much monthly salary you should be earning in order to afford a house in different cities and municipalities in the Philippines? Global property website Lamudi Philippines looked into its May 2016 listings data and see the average prices of homes in different cities in the Philippines. With these averages, we used the 2.5 rule to determine how much monthly salary you should be earning in order to afford a home in these places. The 2.5 rule works like this: the cost of the home you can afford is 2.5 times your annual salary. But this approach is…

A fun, action-packed movie night was held recently when Chevron Philippines, Inc. (CPI) sponsored a special advanced screening of X-Men: Apocalypse, the latest instalment of the highly successful Hollywood blockbuster franchise, based on the equally popular Marvel Comics series, for their leading distributors and dealers at the Greenbelt 3 Cinemas.