Author: Team Orange

A Department of Science and Technology (DOST) official is the first Filipino expert to receive the coveted International Organization for Standardization (ISO) Award. The recognition is bestowed to Dr. Rico J. Cabangon–the DOST Forest Products Research and Development Institute Officer-in-Charge of the Office of the Director, for his work in Bamboo and Rattan (ISO/TC 296), and his leadership in the working group on Bamboo for Furniture (WG 5). He is also cited for his contributions to the development of ISO 6128:2023, which outlines the requirements and test methods on laminated products made of bamboo strips for indoor furniture purposes. The…

Insular Life’s (InLife) program for its most valued clients, as well as its employee engagement program, won Gold Anvils during the 59th Anvil Awards. The Amorsolo Circle, which won under the PR Programs – Investor Relations Category, is InLife’s exclusive program for its most valued policyholders. It has redefined customer experience through privileges, financial updates, and exclusive events. Members are treated to first-class service, backroom support that prioritizes the members’ needs, relaxed underwriting requirements, invitations to private events, exclusive product offers, niche webinars, and special market updates.

Booked a trip abroad with family or friends this Chinese New Year weekend? With Globe Roam Surf4All, your data roaming GBs are now shareable! Enjoy a more rewarding travel experience, as each one in your group can stay online with just 1 shared connection. You and your travel buddies can say goodbye to the limitations of bulky pocket WiFis because now, you can stay connected without the need to stick together. As long as you’re registered as a member under the same Roam Surf4All promo, you’re sure to have data even when you explore on your own! Globe Roam Surf4All…

Valentine’s Day is all about expressing your love. Make it more meaningful by giving something that celebrates Filipino creations! Rakuten Viber is spreading local love by teaming up with micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) for a special seasonal sale. The MSME champ takes the hassle out of Valentine’s shopping with an easy and hassle-free experience, so you can fully embrace the season of love without having to deal with long lines and sold-out items. Simply type “Valentine” on the Rakuten Viber app’s search bar and pick from any of the 22 cool shops that pop up under “Business”. This…

Sprout Solutions, the Philippines’ largest homegrown B2B SaaS company, and most trusted HR technology provider started officially accepting applications for IMPACT ‘24 this January. IMPACT ’24, the PH B2B SaaS Challenge, is structured as a call for pitches for early-stage startups to submit their solutions in five different categories that correspond to different stages of the employee lifecycle. Each category aims to address a common pain point, aligning with Sprout’s North Star to enhance business performance and drive digital transformation in the Philippines. The different categories include Beyond Payroll: Employee Benefits Management, Automated Recruitment: Elevating Talent Acquisition, Precision Workforce Planning…

Po is back with old friends and new foes in Kung Fu Panda 4. Don’t miss his epic new adventure in cinemas on March 6. After three death-defying adventures defeating world-class villains with his unmatched courage and mad martial arts skills, Po, the Dragon Warrior (Golden Globe nominee Jack Black), is called upon by destiny to… give it a rest already. More specifically, he’s tapped to become the Spiritual Leader of the Valley of Peace. Before he can assume his new position (which Po knows nothing about), he must first find and train a new Dragon Warrior. But a wicked,…

Leading integrated telco network PLDT Inc (PLDT) and its wireless subsidiary Smart Communications, Inc (Smart), in partnership with the Department of Agriculture – Agricultural Training Institute (DA-ATI), have launched an initiative that aims to provide tech access to farmers, especially in far-flung areas, enabling them to harness technology in pursuit of livelihood. As part of its Digital Farmers Program (DFP), PLDT and Smart’s award-winning digital inclusion program for farmers in partnership with DA, the telco launched FarmTech, a tech-driven farmers training kit designed to empower and equip farmer groups and agri-coops in their digital literacy training programs for their farmer…

85 years since it was founded in 1939 with KZRH (now DZRH), MBC has consistently demonstrated its ability to adapt proactively to the changing needs of the Filipino audience. Over the decades, the company has evolved from a purely broadcast entity to a multi-platform business thanks to the strategic expansion of its channels and services. To keep up with today’s fast-changing environment, MBC takes on a fresh look and a new proposition, ready to take on the country’s dynamic media landscape. To herald a bold new era for the broadcasting giant, MBC unveiled its new brand name, MBC Media Group,…

As the clock strikes midnight, fans of the alt-pop sibling duo No Lore, consisting of Tita Halaman and Jerald Juatco, eagerly embark on a new sonic journey with the release of their latest single, “Malilimutin.” Produced in collaboration with Ean Aguila of Ang Bandang Shirley, this single marks a pivotal moment in the duo’s evolving musical narrative. In a recent interview, No Lore shared insights into their creative process, emphasizing a deeper exploration of synthesizers and samples, a shift towards more Tagalog songs, and a fresh perspective gained from industry interactions. “Our time in the studio with Ean Aguila was…

In the Philippines, Pluxee builds upon the strong foundation laid by Sodexo Philippines, a joint venture with SM Investment Corporation. Launched in 2003, Pluxee became the pioneer and biggest issuer of gift certificates in the country. Over the years, it introduced industry firsts such as an e-commerce platform to make GCs instantly accessible to businesses and consumers, SMS and email-based GCs, and a rewards app enabling partial redemption of GCs and acceptance in online stores. As a proud partner of SM, the country’s retail giant, Pluxee also powers the SM Gift Pass and their latest digital rewards solution, the SM…

Nameless Kids bears love amid a heartbreak in their newly released single “Still So In Love.” The indie pop track tackles the excruciating experience of letting go while still being madly in love. It was composed by lead vocalist Nhiko Sabiniano, produced by the group, and released under Tarsier Records. “It’s about letting someone go habang love mo pa siya to give each other a chance in the future of getting back together para hindi ka nafa-fall out of love,” Nhiko said.