Author: Team Orange

ABS-CBN’s “Maalaala Mo Kaya” (MMK) will share this Saturday (January 17) the inspiring life story of deaf beauty queen Christine Balaguer, who became one of the Top 13 candidates in this year’s Miss World Philippines pageant. Christine will be portrayed by Miss Universe Philippines 2010 Venus Raj. Discover how Christine grew up to be optimistic, living a normal life despite her physical challenges, and how she became an inspiration for the deaf and other differently abled people like her to reach for their dreams. Also starring in the upcoming “MMK” episode are Carmi Martin, Matt Evans, Anna Luna, Brenna Garcia,…

To recognize its achievements in energy efficiency and conservation, IBM received the Outstanding Award in the recently concluded Don Emilio Abello Energy Efficiency Awards for 2014. IBM was praised for attaining 10.5% energy savings in its UP-Ayala TechnoHub Building J office facility. This translates to 63,927 liters of oil saved with a monetary equivalent of P2,470,779.00.00 resulting in 125,405 kilograms of avoided CO2. Energy savings were obtained by switching off or reducing lighting and air-conditioning during non-operating or low staffing hours; increasing air-conditioning unit temperature from 20 to 24 degrees Centigrade; implementing computer power management; participating in the annual Earth…

ABS-CBN will introduce to viewers four women who will depict the different faces of love this Monday (January 19) as it airs its newest afternoon drama series “Nasaan Ka Nang Kailangan Kita” starring Denise Laurel, Jane Oineza, Loisa Andalio, and Vina Morales. After being abandoned by her father at such a young age, Cecilia (Vina Morales) vowed to do everything to finish her studies and see her family whole again someday. Despite all the pain she endured, Cecilia eventually finds the love through Leandro (Christian Vasquez). What will Cecilia do when she begins to experience the pains of her past…

Teddy’s Bigger Burgers, Hawaii’s number one burger chain, marks the opening of its second store in the Philippines with a line of specialty burgers exclusively available at its new branch at the 6th level, Shangri-La Plaza, Mandaluyong City. Inspired by the success of Teddy’s Bigger Burgers in Tokyo, Japan, the SAMURAI BURGER is a 100% USDA Ground Chuck patty topped with crispy sweet potato, wasabi mayonnaise, teriyaki sauce and nori strips. The strong flavor of the wasabi is balanced by the sweetness of the teriyaki sauce and the complex flavors of the nori to make for a unique burger that will delight lovers of all things…

Nissan Philippines, Inc. (NPI) recently donated P110,000.00, gathered from different Nissan dealerships nationwide, to support the daily needs of the residents and the maintenance of facilities of San Lorenzo Ruiz Home for the Elderly, an organization operated by the Little Sisters of the Poor. The donation was handed by Mr. Antonio Zara, President and Managing Director of NPI and was received by Sr. Cecilia Emmanuel, OIC of outreach activity and donation accounts. This initiative took place as a form of an outreach activity participated by NPI employees whose birthdates fall on the last quarter of the year. According to Zara,…

As the country prepares to welcome Pope Francis, the third pope to visit the Philippines, ABS-CBN will lead in spreading his message of mercy, compassion, and love to Filipinos whenever and wherever they are through its multi-platform coverage of the historic papal visit. Through up-to-date reports and special features, ABS-CBN will deliver all the latest developments of the highly anticipated papal visit from January 15 to 19 on its news platforms on free and cable TV, radio, and online: ABS-CBN Channel 2, ABS-CBN News Channel (ANC), DZMM TeleRadyo, DZMM Radyo Patrol Sais Trenta, and their websites and social media accounts.…

“I am thrilled to have been asked to be a part of the judging panel for what promises to be the mother of all talent shows; Asia’s Got Talent. Not only will I get to enjoy the performances of applicants from 13 countries (hopefully there will be some opportunities for a bit of chair-dancing!) but I also get to travel to an amazing part of the world that I rarely have the chance to visit. How exciting is that?!! It’s going to be broadcast in more countries than I can remember so hopefully lots of you will be able to…

A taste of bountiful Bohol at the Bohol Travel Fair—The first Bohol Travel Fair opened at the Glorietta Activity Center in Makati City amid simple yet meaningful ceremonies. The 3-day event, which runs until January 11, 2015, serves to kickstart the province’s Visit Bohol 2015 tourism campaign, which hopes to lure local and foreign tourists, including businessmen, back to the province to explore its beauty and natural splendor and be part of its growing economy. The initiative is also aligned with the Philippine government’s own “Visit The Philippines 2015” tourism campaign, a follow up to its successful “It’s More Fun…

With mobile photography becoming a popular trend among Filipinos, OPPO has launched the world’s first smartphone with an automated swivel camera in the Philippines—the N3. “The N3 is designed for life with the users in mind,” said Lyla Xu, Overseas Brand Manager for OPPO Philippines. “We are carrying out the OPPO N-series trademark to the N3 to redefine modern smartphone technology.” According to Xu, the OPPO N-series is engineered to encompass superb functionality, class, and top performance. The most innovative smartphone camera yet “We duplicated what the users loved about the N1 to the N3, only better,” Xu said. “All…

Sony Music Entertainment and Universal Music joined forces to cook up the year’s freshest hits compilation release so aptly entitled So Fresh, The Best of 2014, clamping up 20 big-shot songs including Billboard Hot 100 #1s such as Miley Cyrus, Meghan Trainor, John Legend, Pharrell Williams and MAGIC! Now it couldn’t get any fresher than that! Running for more than 70 minutes, the CD packs in 20 speaker juices including new-world hotness anthem “All About That Bass” from 2014 breakthrough artist Meghan Trainor, as well as girl-power collaborations “Problem” by Ariana Grande feat. Iggy Azalea, “Black Widow” by Iggy Azalea…

When the Superstar shoe was first launched by adidas back in 1969, the word ‘Superstar’ was unambiguous. Today, the word has been corrupted to the point of confusion. So this year adidas Originals sets out to question what it means to be a superstar. For entertainer and creative, Pharrell Williams, the meaning is clear; “It’s not about the number of views, likes or shares”. While world-renowned footballer David Beckham decrees; “It’s not about trying to be the next big thing.” “It’s not about having your name on a flag or a jersey”, echoes pro-basketball player Damian Lillard, while singer-songwriter Rita…