Author: Team Orange

In the diverse landscape of the Philippine financial sector, Cebuana Lhuillier Bank has emerged as a financial empowerment champion, particularly in rural areas. Established in 1998 as the banking arm of P.J. Lhuillier, Inc., the parent company of the leading microfinance service provider, Cebuana Lhuillier, Cebuana Lhuillier Bank has embarked on a mission to foster financial inclusion among the unbanked and underbanked Filipinos. Reaching the Unreachable The bank has taken rural banking to the next level with its dynamic and customer-centric approach. By blending technology with its strong commitment to service, the bank achieved its core mission of empowering Filipinos…

Exciting new filmmaker Ishana Night Shymalan conjures up horror in her feature directorial debut The Watchers, starring Dakota Fanning, Georgina Campbell, and Olwen Fouérém, based on the novel of the same name by A.M. Shine. Trapped in an untouched forest in western Ireland, Mina (Dakota Fanning) finds shelter alongside strangers, but something else finds them in turn. The Watchers opens in Philippine cinemas on June 5. About “The Watchers” From producer M. Night Shyamalan comes “The Watchers,” written and directed by Ishana Night Shyamalan and based on the novel by A.M. Shine. The film follows Mina, a 28-year-old artist, who…

The Department of Science and Technology-Forest Products Research and Development Institute (DOST-FPRDI) featured the latest advancements in wood and non-wood forest technologies and facilities at their office during the visit of members of the House of Representatives on 22 February 2024. Led by the House Committee on Science and Technology Member and 2nd District of Zamboanga del Sur Representative Jeyzel Victoria C. Yu, the group was joined by the legislative and congressional delegates of the Committees on Aquaculture and Fisheries Resources; Agriculture and Food; Natural Resources; Tourism; Rural Development; Climate Change; Agrarian Reform; Ecology; Reforestation; Disaster Risk Resilience; and Committee…

In less than 2 weeks, fans in the Philippines will have the incredible opportunity to witness the biggest music event of the year, the highly anticipated Ed Sheeran ‘+ – = ÷ x Tour’ in Manila, happening on March 9, 2024, at the SMDC Festival Grounds, Paranaque City, with special guests Calum Scott and our very own OPM artist, Ben&Ben. Also, in response to popular demand new seats have been added as well as a new General Admission (Cat 8) Section. The 9-piece Filipino indie folk-pop band Ben&Ben is composed of twin brothers Miguel Benjamin and Paolo Benjamin on acoustic…

Tony Award-winning musical “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee” made its Philippines premiere last February 24 at the Blackbox Theater at Circuit Makati, staged by The Sandbox Collective in partnership with ABS-CBN, Star Magic, and Teatro Kapamilya, and with Samsung as the official tech and TV partner. Star Magic talents such as AC Bonifacio and Shanaia Gomez star in the production, which follows an eclectic group of teenagers vying for the spelling championship of a lifetime where comedy and shenanigans ensue. Samsung, the #1 global TV brand, is proud to play an instrumental role in the production, powering a…

Sun Life Grepa Financial, Inc. (Sun Life Grepa) has again earned the Great Place To Work (GPTW) certification for 2023. Having been recognized by GPTW for two consecutive years since 2022, Sun Life Grepa emphasizes its commitment to fostering a positive and supportive workplace culture. Great Place To Work® is the global authority on workplace culture, employee experience, and leadership behaviors. It is the only recognition based entirely on what employees report about their workplace experience – specifically, how consistently they experience a high-trust workplace. According to the results of the GPTW survey, 88% of Sun Life Grepa employees say…

The season everyone’s been counting down for is finally coming in 3, 2, 1– it’s summertime! It’s the perfect time to make new core memories with your loved ones and bask in the beauty of nature. With all the things you can do under the summer sun, you can go all out on filling your bucket list with adventures that you’ll treasure for a lifetime. While you look forward to sunnier days, this also comes with the worry over the risks and discomforts caused by the blazing summer heat. According to PAG-ASA, 2024 is expected to be the warmest year…

For generations, cotton buds—aka cotton swabs, Q-tips—those small wooden, cardboard, or plastic rods with wads of cotton wrapped tightly on either end, were the go-to cleaner for our ears. Yet by shoving a cotton bud in your ear, you risk doing more harm than good, says Joseph Ray Richard R. Cedeño, MD of the ENT Center (Dr. Ariston G. Bautista Center) of the top hospital in the Philippines, Makati Medical Center (MakatiMed). “When you use a cotton swab to remove ear wax (or cerumen) from your inner ear, you could push more cerumen in, creating a buildup in your ear…

Today, with 150 million startups worldwide and another 50 million launching each year, innovation and creativity are reshaping industries. However, roughly 1 in 5 startups fail in the first year because of a variety of difficulties, from financial struggles to poor product-market fit. Recognizing this, OPPO actively engages with startups, providing essential support to help them navigate obstacles and bring their innovations to fruition. “At OPPO, we understand the diverse needs of startups. We offer comprehensive support, including funding, technology, and marketing, to foster their growth and extend the benefits of technology to more people. Through these strategies, startups such…

Xiaomi, a global leader in innovation, proudly announces the Philippine release of its latest flagship smartphone, the Xiaomi 14. The newest smartphone was first unveiled in Barcelona, Spain last February 25. With its local launch, Xiaomi strengthens its commitment to deliver unparalleled experiences to consumers nationwide. The Xiaomi 14 represents the pinnacle of its collaboration with Leica, as the brand incorporates Leica Summilux optics. This integration showcases the most advanced optical concepts and product designs, solidifying Xiaomi’s position as a global leader in mobile imaging innovation. “We want the Xiaomi 14 to exceed expectations of what a smartphone can do.…

Swedish home furnishing brand IKEA announces even lower prices on 430 of its most loved products starting March 1, 2024. Committed to offering quality home furnishings at affordable prices, IKEA is lowering prices by up to 50% on products ranging from sofas, shelves, tables, drawers, storage boxes, and other home furnishing accessories.