Author: Team Orange

The art of being a mother is more complex than any of us could have imagined. Even in the animal kingdom, mothers have a lot to teach us. On May 8, Animal Planet celebrates Mother’s Day by showing that universal truth through several special one-offs starting at 8PM. Following a well-established pride of lions on the plains of the Serengeti, Queen of the Beasts will attempt to unravel the story of the “King of Beasts” and the role of his queen, the lioness, in pride life. The lion, for all his size and swagger, is revealed as more a consort than…

The Asian Christian Art Association (ACAA) in partnership with the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) present Season Two of Art Republik TV with a maiden broadcast on May 23, 2016 from 7:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Knowledge Channel. Knowledge Channel is available through SkyCable Channel 5, Destiny Cable Digibox Channel 5, and ABS-CBN TV Plus Channel 5. Visual artist Emmanuel Garibay leads the Philippine chapter of ACAA, a non-governmental organization that aims to promote art and theology. Season Two follows the creative journey of 18 Filipino artists from varied art practices for its themed six episodes…

In celebration of Mother’s Day, families can enjoy an inspiring movie marathon at home as the leading cable channel in the country brings top caliber films perfect for Mother’s Day. Award-winning Cinema One Originals film “Mater Dolorosa” will lead Cinema One’s roster of movies on Mother’s Day. Directed by Adolfo Alix Jr., the film revolves around the story of a mother, played by Gina Alajar, as she faces the greatest test when she takes over her husband’s crime empire. The film will premiere on Mother’s Day, May 8 at 10PM on Blockbuster Sunday. Written by Jerry Gracio, “Mater Dolorosa” is…

The resurgence of point-and-shoot trend in photography has become more exciting because of the high quality photos a smartphone can take. This phenomenon is so true that you’re probably using your smartphone as your primary camera now, aren’t you? It’s fast, easy, and something that you always have with you. Low-quality smartphone cameras can easily spoil your precious memories with its blurred and off-focus shots,which is why having a superior smartphone camera is extremely crucial.This is especially true for social media savvy millennials such as you, me, and Manila’s favorite besties, Solenn Heussaff and Georgina Wilson. They are individuals who…

Yamaha Motor Philippines, Inc. launched its Facebook quiz app last December where it aimed to give a better view of the different characteristics of the Mio i 125, Mio Soul i 125, and the Mio 125 Mxi. It gave users a series of questions that about their personality and lifestyle; their answers will result in which motorcycle is best suited for who they are. Hundreds were part of this story that highlights individuality that moves from road to road and everyone found the best partner for their daily adventures.

Markdown Madness, one of the biggest sale events in town, is back this May. Jumpstart your back-to-school and rainy day preps by ticking off shoes and apparel from your shopping list. Get as much as 70% off discount from May 11 to 15, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. at the MARKET! MARKET! Activity Center. Participating brands include: Skechers, Merrell, Sperry, Keds, Pony, Polo Ralph Lauren, and No Fear.

As the superfight between Saul “Canelo” Alvarez and Amir Khan looms, a question hangs over every follower’s head: has his experience with Floyd Mayweather Jr. taught him enough lesson to bag the WBC middleweight title? Canelo Alvarez was once picked to stage an upset against Floyd Mayweather Jr.,but was overcome by the latter’s speed and ring savvy advantage. Years after the match, he is set to fight Amir Kahn, whose speed brings back tough memories of his loss to Mayweather. This Sunday (May 8), Filipino boxing fans will get to witness Mexico’s Canelo use his Mayweather fight experience to knock…

Don’t miss out on PhilSTAR TV’s “Modern Living TV,” latest episode airing on May 7, as celebrity hosts and lifestyle columnists Bianca Gonzalez and Stephanie Zubiri speed you up on the top trends for new mommys from child-friendly design to glamorous makeovers for mommies. Thinking of giving your bathroom a makeover? Get tips to transform washroom into one you will love as you join Steph as she goes window-shopping for some design concepts and covetable bathroom fixtures at Villeroy & Boch and Dornbracht. Up next, Steph gets up close and personal with inspiring “mommypreneur” Martine De Luna, the woman behind…

TFC and Star Cinema score a triple milestone as they bring together John Lloyd Cruz and Jennylyn Mercado for the first time in “Just The Three Of Us,” an unlikely love story, screening in cinemas worldwide via TFC@theMovies on the same week of its Philippine release. For the first time, Star Cinema, brings three box office royalties in one movie Blockbuster Director Cathy Garcia-Molina, John Lloyd and Jennylyn in this modern day romantic comedy (romcom). Cathy Garcia Molina, is the director behind the highly successful movie hits such as the iconic “One More Chance” and sequel “A Second Chance,” also starring John…

As Goldilocks celebrates 50 Golden Years of being the country’s number one bakeshop, its fairytale story still evokes delight and sweetness. Though their company history is not exactly an underdog tale, it does have the elements that Filipinos love: a small but exceptional start up, driven by pure determination, flourished by ingenuity, and topped with a uniquely Pinoy entrepreneurial spirit. Even after five decades in the industry, the guiding principles of its founders (sisters Milagros Leelin-Yee and Clarita Leelin-Go) are are still very much alive and articulated in the Goldilocks vision statement: to be the leading Filipino global brand that…

The one and only Superstar Nora Aunor is making a comeback to “Maalaala Mo Kaya” this Saturday (May 7) to pay tribute to mothers in an inspiring story of hope and sacrifice. Nora will play Yolly, a mother who will do anything and everything for her children, four of whom have disorders. Yolly and husband Nicky (Joel Torre) dream of having children of their own and build a family. Unfortunately, their genes turn out to be incompatible. Their first child is diagnosed with down syndrome, while their second and third children have cerebral palsy. Despite this, the couple will love…