Author: Team Orange

Filipinos felt the scorching heat pierce through our skins for the past few weeks. From sunny outdoor music festivals to sweaty, intimate shows at indoor venues, the common consensus would probably be ‘Ang init!’ However, for Lola Amour, the blazing summer months were the perfect opportunity to chill out with their Apos. After releasing their self-titled debut album last April, the eight-piece band launched a series of activities and pop-ups to cool down fans and casual listeners inspired by their single ‘Umiinit’. The band launched a TikTok series called the Umiinit Dares, a series of challenges created by Lola Amour to beat the summer…

Singer-songwriter Ica Frias releases her latest single, “Don’t Worry,” under Off The Record and Sony Music Entertainment Philippines. The song serves as a message of self-love, comfort, and finding peace during challenging times. “I wrote the song ‘Don’t Worry’ as a response to everyday life situations, particularly during challenging times in life,” Frias shares. “Aside from it being a love letter to myself and a comfort song, I hope this song will also resonate with my listeners.” Frias draws inspiration from artist UMI’s song “Happy I’m,” evident in the uplifting and comforting sound of “Don’t Worry.” “When it comes to…

From the outside looking in, Sasha Alex Sloan appeared to have the perfect career. Born and raised in the Boston area, she started writing songs as a teenager and was accepted to the prestigious Berklee College of Music. However, her schooling was cut short when, at 19, she signed a publishing deal and moved to Los Angeles. RCA released Sloan’s first EPs followed by her first two albums, and her prolific output established her as a wunderkind songwriter to watch, amassing songwriting and feature credits with artists like Sam Hunt, Camila Cabello, Juice WRLD, Idina Menzel, Charlie Puth, Kygo, and…

Summer is not over yet, and cooling down with the refreshing, fruity goodness of Tang just got better with the new Tang Scan to Win promo! Get a chance to win up to P10 million worth of prizes in 4 easy steps. Simply buy a specially marked Tang pack, find the promo code inside the pack, scan the QR code and enter the promo code, then register via the messenger chatbot. The best part? You get to find out immediately if you are one of the instant winners of P50 and P100 GCash credits.

In a display of solidarity and commitment to a vital cause, EastWest Bank announces the success of the second run of its Magenta Race, a pivotal event dedicated to raising awareness and funds for breast cancer advocacy in the Philippines. Building upon the triumph of the inaugural Magenta Race, which garnered acclaim and support, the 2023 edition is a testament to EastWest Bank’s dedication to social responsibility. This year’s event saw 145 individuals participating in the run/cycle, resulting in a total donation of Php 196,991 to the Philippine Foundation for Breast Care Inc. (Kasuso Foundation).

Today, Inflexion Studios released Update 0.3 of their survival crafting game Nightingale, which includes the game’s highly-requested offline mode. Alongside offline mode, Update 0.3 implements the build-from-storage option, dynamic tiered creatures, new Bound enemies, a community event, and much more. Offline mode is perfect for solo play and allows players to explore the Realms without an internet connection, even during server maintenance. As a “version 1” of offline mode, several other features are in development to complement the initial release, including cloud saves, character migration from online mode, and continuous performance enhancements. Stay tuned for these updates in the coming…

Thousands flocked to IFEX Philippines 2024, where CITEM organized a major showcase of the country’s local and international food flavors and ingredients for trade and retail. Activities included live cooking demos and learning sessions from the culinary community and industry personalities. The three-day event was held at the World Trade Center Metro Manila from May 10 to 12, 2024. The Center for International Trade Expositions and Missions (CITEM) officially opened the 17th edition of IFEX Philippines last May 10, 2024 to an estimated crowd of nearly 10,000 for the combined 3-day event at the World Trade Center Metro Manila in Pasay City,…

Procter & Gamble (P&G) Philippines, the maker of trusted household brands like Safeguard, Ariel, Downy, and Pampers, launched the vGROW ShowQase initiative for the first time in the country. In collaboration with QBO Innovation Hub, this program seeks to harness the untapped potential of the Philippine startup ecosystem and find innovative partners who share P&G’s vision for sustainable growth and serving Filipino consumers. The vGROW ShowQase provides promising startups and businesses with the opportunity to pitch innovative solutions to P&G Philippines’ leaders, opening doors for potential business partnerships. This initiative aligns with P&G’s commitment to innovating superior products for its…

Garmin announces the expansion of its ECG App to the Philippines, now available across a range of units available in the country. The ECG App is an FDA-cleared app that allows users to record their heart rhythm and check for signs of atrial fibrillation (AFib) right from their smartwatch. Users in the Philippines can now use the app to record a 30-second electrocardiogram (ECG) and view their heart rhythm results immediately on the watch or later in the Garmin Connect™ smartphone app. “We are pleased to bring the ECG App to even more of our users, including those with our…

Get ready to be dazzled as Cebuana Lhuillier Gold Bar, the first minted gold bar in the Philippines, is about to unveil its latest masterpiece on May 24, 2024! Building on the phenomenal success of the “Reyna Juana,” a homage to the illustrious Cebu queen, this eagerly awaited release promises to elevate the art of gold bars to new heights. Prepare to be captivated by a symphony of Filipino culture meticulously crafted into a single gold bar- Bayanihan. It’s an embodiment of the soul-stirring Filipino values, exuding passion, resilience, and malasakit. Feast your eyes on the breathtaking design, a vibrant…

The Redmi Note 13, one of Xiaomi’s popular midrange smartphones, will be getting a special price drop this May. Starting May 21, 2024, the Redmi Note 13 8GB+128GB variant will be going from an SRP of P8,999 to a new lower price of P7,499. The new price applies to available Note 13 units at official Xiaomi stores nationwide.