Author: Team Orange

They say godparents are handpicked by parents to support a child’s upbringing and personal development. And so Chona Martinez, godmother of Jessica, did just that. She was always ready to care for her goddaughter whenever her parents were not around. That’s why it breaks the doting ninang’s heart when a tearful Jessica confided that she was being abused by different men-sold by her own mother no less.

Jason Mraz will once again invade the Philippines as he announced plans for a special international tour, an extraordinary itinerary that will see the Grammy Award-winning tunesmith visiting North America, Europe, Asia, Africa, and Australia with a special one-night show in the Philippines at the historic Smart Araneta Coliseum on October 30. More than just a concert tour, Mraz’ worldwide journey will see him celebrating music’s lasting power to inspire change and help others through global citizenship.

Finally, we’re announcing the winner of our Robinsons MovieWorld Giveaway Week 3! It’s been really hectic for us, but we’re currently cooking up some exciting giveaways where you can win tickets to some events you’re all looking forward to experience. Make sure you come back here OR subscribe to our email updates

Apl.de.Ap, the Filipino-American member of the multi-awarded and best-selling American hip-hop group, The Black Eyed Peas, will launch an education advocacy campaign entitled “We Can Be Anything” when the Peas arrive for an electrifying Manila concert this October! This campaign is a partnership between his very own Apl.de.Ap Foundation and the Ninoy and Cory Aquino Foundation (NCAF). Last February, Apl was appointed as the special ambassador for education of the iamninoy-iamcory movement, NCAF’s program to surface the heroic side of the Filipino youth.

The University of the Philippines Home Economics Alumni Association (UPHEAA) is hosting a whole day affair to celebrate the golden anniversary of the UP College of Home Economics (UPCHE). The event dubbed “Damayan! Streaming the UPCHE Alumni” will be held on September 28, 2011at the Philippine Trade and Training Center in Pasay City with seminar-workshops from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., cocktails at 7:00 p.m. and a gala fashion show at 8:30 p.m.

“Glee” successfully tuned in to worldwide acclaim tackling teenage problems via its ensemble of perfectly flawed characters. Created by Ryan Murphy, “Glee” has struck such a strong chord with young people in particular because it deals in a realistic way with issues facing teenagers that are often ignored, such as outward appearance, sexual orientation and disability, but it does so in an authentic and entertaining way. The cast is diverse, the storylines are strong and the show is infused with humor and wit. Nevertheless, despite its high wattage of uplifting music and dance, most guardians find the show’s depiction of…

Beloved by fans for his blue-eyed soul vocals, freewheeling melodies, and earthy charm, singer, songwriter, and musician Gavin DeGraw has enjoyed success since breaking through in 2003 with his debut album, Chariot, which sold over a million copies, earned platinum certification, and yielded three hit singles: “I Don’t Want To Be,” “Follow Through,” and the title-track, “Chariot.”

Good news to everyone who haven’t bought their tickets yet to Black Eyed Peas Live in Manila concert on October 25, 2011 at the SM MOA Concert Grounds. PROMO HAS BEEN EXTENDED! From TODAY,

Orange Magazine TV is currently looking for contributors who will officially be part of the team, the website and blog, and will represent the online magazine at events. What’s in it for You? If you are interested in being one of our correspondents, here’s what we currently offer: 1. Exposure. For every post you submit for publishing to our blog or website, your profile and links to your blog/s will be placed at the bottom, in the author information box. When we promote your post in social networking sites such as in Facebook or Twitter, we will include your…

Resorts World Manila (RWM) unveils another spectacular production that will enthrall audiences with its timeless tale of love between unlikely individuals. The Sound of Music makes a comeback this October in the Philippine stage at RWM’s Newport Performing Arts Theater (NPAT). In line with its aim to champion Filipino talent in world-class standards, RWM presents The Sound of Music. Headlined by seasoned and promising newcomers alike, this new RWM production will surely be a musical and visual treat that will take its audience to another place and time.

Nikon Asia’s Through Asian Eyes campaign, in collaboration with Objectifs, has refreshed its site with a new photography collection titled　”Bright Lights and Big Cities”. This edition, the third in its Asian photography exhibition website “Through Asian Eyes”, explores works by photographers selected from Taiwan, India and the Philippines. If one is to mention “Asian City”, our minds conjure up images of Neon billboards, busy street intersections and towering skyscrapers. Photographers in Nikon Asia’s 3rd exhibition present their own different viewpoints of the bright lights and big cities of their countries, giving us a glimpse into their life as seen “Through…