Author: Team Orange

Hot off the success of “The Expendables 2,” Sylvester Stallone returns to Rocky mode as he plays boxer Henry “Razor” Sharp who comes out of retirement for one final match versus fierce rival Billy “The Kid” McDonnen (Robert De Niro) in Warner Bros. Pictures’ new comedy “Grudge Match.” In the film, “The Kid” and “Razor” are two local Pittsburgh fighters whose fierce rivalry put them in the national spotlight. Each had scored a victory against the other during their heyday, but in 1983, on the eve of their decisive third match, Razor suddenly announced his retirement, refusing to explain why…

With the advent of digital technology, Globe Telecom makes its presence felt at the Sinulog Festival in Cebu from January 16-19, 2014 by harnessing social media to showcase the vibrant and lively celebration to the rest of the world. This year, the leading telecommunications company turns to social networking sites Instagram and Twitter to engage locals and tourists participating in one of the country’s biggest and most attended festivals with a photo submission contest. To join the contest, Sinulog attendees should capture and upload photos taken from the Globe Neon Carnival on Instagram and Twitter with the hashtags #Wonderful2014 and…

Solane, the country’s leading LPG solutions company, is on the lookout for the most talented little misses and teens as it opens the second Little Miss Solane pageant for 2014. Open to young girls (Cuties category: 6-10 years old) and teens (Teenies category: 11-14 years old), Little Miss Solane is a rare opportunity where these girls can discover, develop and nurture their talents and potentials at an early age and grow into empowered, responsible and successful women in their own right. Little Miss Solane will thoroughly search the country by holding regional screenings in key cities and provinces. Out of…

Manila, Philippines – With work environments getting more and more competitive every day, gaining ground to achieve success is becoming an even bigger challenge. According to fitness coach and APEX (Athletic Performance Enhancement) Sports Training Inc. Training Director Jim Saret, staying on top of your game begins with a well-rounded health routine – be it morning yoga sessions, burying your nose in a good book, or other habits that help sustain a proactive mind and body. The New Year provides a fresh start for young professionals to get ahead at work and lead happier and healthier lives. Revamp your lifestyle…

Celebrations for the Lunar New Year are already underway at the Grande Dame. Guests can look forward to a full list of activities that usher in the Year of the Wooden Horse, bringing prosperity, luck and joy to their lives. From the familiar red ang pao envelopes to the ritual dragon and lion dances, guests can look forward to celebrating 2014 in spectacular fashion. The experience begins with the interactive display of Chinese imperial horses at the Grand Lobby, that can serve as the backdrop for precious memories with family and friends. At the Grand Lobby, our Prosperity Booth will…

Emile Hirsch (“Into the West,” TV’s “Bonnie & Clyde”) portrays real-life Navy SEAL Danny P. Dietz, Jr. was a communications officer and spotter for SEAL Team 10, in director Peter Berg’s war thriller “Lone Survivor.” For his actions in the line of duty, Dietz was posthumously awarded the Navy Cross. Based on The New York Times bestselling true story of heroism, courage and resilience, “Lone Survivor” tells the incredible tale of four Navy SEALs on a covert mission to neutralize a high-level al-Qaeda operative who are ambushed by the enemy in the mountains of Afghanistan. When Hirsch ran into Berg…

In support of the Philippine Standard Time (PhST) initiative led by the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical & Astronomical Services Administration-Department of Science and Technology (PAGASA-DOST), Globe Telecom has implemented the PHST in its Globe Stores and premium dealers nationwide. This is in compliance with the adoption of the PhST in accordance with RA 10535 or the Philippine Standard Time of 2013. All Globe Stores are to synchronize their time with that of the PhST and ensure that all time pieces including laptops, computers, TV screens, bundy clocks as well as demo devices and mobile hotlines have been adjusted according to the…

Unkabogable box-office star Vice Ganda started the year on a high note as he signed an exclusive contract with ABS-CBN on Monday (January 13) afternoon. “I feel so special with the opportunities the bosses are giving me. I never thought of moving to other networks,” he said. According to the comedian, aside from hosting his own Sunday night talk show “Gandang Gabi Vice” and noontime show “It’s Showtime,” he will also do one or two movies this year. “I want to offer something new to the public. I want to do an action-comedy movie soon.” he said. Meanwhile, when asked…

Count on Globe Telecom to bring only the best and most sought-after international music acts in the country as it recently brought Russian-German disc jockey (DJ) and electronic music producer Zedd closer to his throngs of Filipino fans with a best-night ever concert experience. Hardcore music fans and party afficionados filled the SMX Convention Center to the brim last December 12, 2013 in celebration of the return of the “Clarity” and “Stay the Night” hitmaker to Philippine shores. New Globe subscribers who availed of the Blackberry Z10 and BlackBerry Q10 mySuperPlan promo bundles were granted free VIP tickets to see…

Fire, Earth, Water, Mud, Barbed Wire, High Walls and a thousand other runners competing for the best time and the Honor of becoming the first Guerilla Race Champion. Step up in the face of adversity and put your strength, stamina, mental spirit, and resilience to the test in the country’s first obstacle-driven TrueNorth Guerilla Race happening this December. Developed by a Philippines Army scout ranger, the race will push you to the limit and get you out of your comfort zone with a battery of obstacles set in mud, fire and water. Crossing the finish line will be a testament…

The Emmy®-winning CINEMAX Original series BANSHEE returns to Asia, exclusively on CINEMAX. Executive produced by Jonathan Tropper, David Schickler, Peter Macdissi, Alan Ball and Greg Yaitanes, this ten episode second season will premiere within a week of its U.S. premiere, on Friday, January 17 at 10pm on CINEMAX. A new hour-long episode premieres every Friday at the same time. The gritty action drama stars Antony Starr (“Rush”) as Lucas Hood, an ex-con and master thief who assumes the identity of the sheriff of Banshee, Pa., where he continues his criminal activities, even as he’s being hunted by the shadowy gangsters…