Author: Team Orange

Lupita Nyong’o was fascinated hearing writer-director Michael Sarnoski’s vision for the newest installment in the A Quiet Place film series, as she prepared to play Samira, one of the main survivors in A Quiet Place: Day One. “Like [the previous A Quiet Place films]them, the new story is character-driven and there are scary creatures. The difference is the setting and how these people choose to deal with this catastrophe.” Samira was formerly a successful published poet, when life threw a wrench in the works and left her bitter and angry, according to Sarnoski. Her character was developed from his initial…

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Highlands Coffee, Vietnam’s #1 coffee chain and one of the global restaurant company Jollibee Group’s brands, has been recognized as the highest-ranked food and beverage brand on customer experience in the 2023 Customer Experience Excellence Study (CEE) by KPMG in Vietnam. The CEE report, which was commissioned by global consulting firm KPMG, engaged Vietnamese consumers across eight sectors, including Restaurants & Fast Food, Entertainment & Leisure, and Travel & Hotels. Brands were ranked based on KPMG’s Six Pillars of Experience methodology, encompassing Integrity, Empathy, Resolution, Personalization, Expectations, Time, and Effort, offering businesses valuable insights to enhance customer experience strategies. Ernesto…

Internationally renowned card payment services corporation Visa recently presented Union Bank of the Philippines (UnionBank) with the Champion Security Award for 2023. According to Visa, no other bank in Asia Pacific has received this award in the last 5-10 years, making UnionBank the first and only Philippine bank to receive such a distinction. “UnionBank has stood out among others due to its exceptional performance based on a number of key metrics as determined and measured by the risk team at Visa,” said Jeff Navarro, Visa Philippines Country Manager. “We recognize the Bank’s capabilities in managing issuing fraud rates, issuer authentication…

Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB) Women’s Invitational (MWI) 2024 has officially released its trailer video titled, “Time To Shine”, starring the team captains and members of participating international teams. MWI 2024 is featured in the maiden Esports World Cup hosted in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia with one of the biggest-ever women’s tournaments’ prize pools worth USD 500,000. The video highlights renowned team captains of female MLBB teams such as Team Vitality’s Vivian “Vivi” Indrawaty, known as the formidable “Indonesian Mother of Tanks”, who has proven her gaming prowess with her multiple achievements in the world of MLBB esports. Standing toe-to-toe with…

Epson partnered with 11 ASEAN designers to promote eco-conscious textile printing on the runway, continuing their commitment to sustainability Epson, alongside Hayden Ng, President Founder of ASEAN Fashion Designers Showcase and others, discussed the impact and importance of sustainability in fashion Epson, a global leader in professional printing, joined hands with ASEAN Fashion Designers Showcase (AFDS) for the first time to host the ASEAN International Fashion Week (AIFW) at the iconic ArtScience Museum in Singapore. The annual fashion event aims to showcase and celebrate the unique style and diversity in the ASEAN region. This year, Epson and AFDS also took…

In celebration of the 70th anniversary of the iconic Piña Colada, Hilton Hotels in the Philippines are set to honor the beloved Hilton-born tropical cocktail with a series of exclusive offers and events throughout the entire month of July. Hilton proudly commemorates the invention of the Piña Colada in 1954 by barman Ramón “Monchito” Marrero at the Caribe Hilton in Puerto Rico, with unique dining experiences across its esteemed properties in the Philippines. Conrad Manila: A Tropical Toast to Tradition Conrad Manila’s C Lounge invites guests to savor their signature Piña Colada, crafted with Havana Rum, Pineapple Juice, and Coconut…

Discovery Shores Boracay and Club Paradise Palawan are deeply honored to receive recognitions from the prestigious Travel + Leisure Luxury Awards Asia Pacific 2024. These awards are a testament to the collective efforts of our dedicated teams who have consistently worked with passion and commitment to ensure our guests have memorable experiences. Travel + Leisure’s award-giving body acknowledges top standing properties and key figures in the hospitality industry across the Asia Pacific, including regions such as Australia, Cambodia, Laos, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Japan, Macau, Malaysia, Maldives, New Zealand, Philippines, Singapore, South Korea, the South Pacific, Thailand, and Vietnam. These accolades…

Zed, a credit-led neobank, announced today it has received its Certificate of Authority to Operate as a standalone credit card issuer from the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP). “Our BSP license makes us the first Philippine neobank to offer credit cards as a standalone issuer,” said Danielle Cojuangco Abraham, “This independence and our foundation as a technology company means we can rapidly and continuously improve our product, unconstrained by legacy systems.” After operating in a BSP-sanctioned pilot for the last 6 months, the Zed Card is officially rolling out to the public on an invite-only basis, starting with its waitlist.…

2024 is shaping up to be another winning year for RLC Residences as the developer received numerous accolades from local and international award-giving bodies, including a major award given to Robinsons Land Corporation Chairman, President and CEO Lance Y. Gokongwei. Last May 31 in Bangkok, Thailand, the prestigious International Property Awards (IPA) recognized RLC Residences’ pre-selling developments as country victors in the Asia Pacific region. Mantawi Residences in Mandaue City, Cebu, won in the Apartment/Condominium Development Category for its premium offerings, strategic location, and extensive facilities. Meanwhile, Le Pont Residences in Bridgetowne East, Pasig City received the Residential High-Rise Development…

Camiguin, fondly known as “The Island Born of Fire,” is home to seven volcanoes that continue to shape and reshape its unique landscape. From the iconic tourist destinations such as White Island sandbar and Sunken Cemetery, to the delightful sweet lanzones, this pear-shaped paradise is a blend of natural wonders and cultural richness. Amidst the serene beauty of Camiguin, UNWND Boutique Hotel redefines the island staycation experience, offering a perfect blend of chill vibes and laid-back adventures. UNWND Boutique Hotel Camiguin is the latest addition to the growing UNWND brand of Araw Hospitality Group across the Philippines, joining locations in…