Author: Team Orange

The Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI) has leased a new electric vehicle (EV) unit in a bid to gradually replace its old gas-powered fleet vehicles and curtail its greenhouse gas emissions and fuel consumption. BPI has partnered with Global Electric Transportation (GET), a provider of EVs that use fast-charging lithium-ion batteries, to supply its new EV unit that will be used to provide free shuttle services for its employees travelling between BPI Buendia Center and MRT Buendia Station. “In BPI, we believe that the first step to building a sustainable future is by starting within ourselves, within the organization,”…

After the 2004 classic Mean Girls, came the stage musical. After Broadway, Tina Fey then set her sights on retelling the iconic high school comedy in the era of social media, in an exciting musical film adaptation that captures both the spirit of the original and the musical. “With all this great music, we are still able to live with our characters in a close-up, to have new jokes and new moments that will surprise people who love the original and also delight a whole new audience,” Fey shares. Lorne Michaels, producer of the original 2004 film and the stage…

Recognizing the growing reliance on smartphones in the Philippines and their vital role in daily life, mobile leader Globe launched an exclusive gadget care promotion only for its mobile postpaid customers. The limited promo started January 22 and will run until March 31, 2024. The promo allows mobile postpaid customers who apply or renew a GPlan to benefit from a complimentary 3-month trial of the innovative Gadget Xchange program. The free Gadget Exchange program provides critical support in case of device breakage, as Globe’s responds to the growing need of customers for device protection similar to how people insure cars…

Immediately following the season finale of the smash hit Disney+ Original series “Percy Jackson and the Olympians,” fans can discover the magic behind the scenes in the original documentary special “A Hero’s Journey: The Making of Percy Jackson and the Olympians.” Featuring the series’ breakout stars, acclaimed author Rick Riordan and the creative team, the 50-minute documentary premieres January 31, 2024 on Disney+ and will give viewers an exclusive look at the production of one of television’s hottest new shows. As seen in the documentary, series stars Walker Scobell, Leah Sava Jeffries and Aryan Simhadri go on a quest of…

The 2025 Ajinomoto Postgraduate Scholarship Grant is now open to aspiring Filipinos looking to pursue higher education in Japan. The program aims to support deserving individuals who require financial assistance to pursue postgraduate studies in the field of food technology and human nutrition. The deadline for applications is on March 1, 2024. A full scholarship in a master’s course at prestigious designated universities in Japan namely the University of Tokyo, Kyoto University, Nagoya University, Institute of Science Tokyo, Ochanomizu University, Waseda University, and Kagawa Nutrition University. “The annual scholarship program is Ajinomoto’s way of giving back to empower the future…

Communication with different stakeholders in the new digital landscape can be challenging. GLC, a leader in business communication solutions, has stepped up to this challenge, developing innovative solutions over the past decade. Their latest flagship brand, Telavi, is revolutionizing communication for organizations, empowering seamless connections, and transforming communication paradigms. Through the evolution of digital transformation, Telavi has been partnering with different enablers such as PLDT. Both companies have been on a mission to redefine communications in the country. During last year’s Digital Convention, Telavi CEO Erwin Co shared his thoughts on the brand’s transformative journey, as he also highlighted Telavi’s…

The holiday season at Discovery Samal reached dazzling heights as it bid farewell to the year with two unforgettable celebrations. Its Christmas Eve Dinner Party and New Year’s Eve Gala Dinner and Party left guests mesmerized, marking a splendid finale to a year of joy, laughter and memorable moments. Both holiday celebrations started with a mass as thanksgiving for the bountiful and prosperous year. An Enthralling Tale with the Nutcrackers – Discovery Samal’s Christmas Eve opened with a light pass-around and cocktails from Heineken while enjoying the rhythmic beats from their resident Disc Jockey, DJ RJ. It was followed by…

Megaworld Lifestyle Malls emerged triumphant as the most awarded mall developer in the 20th Philippine Quill Award after securing seven recognitions across different categories in the ceremony held at Marriott Grand Ballroom. In the Special and Experiential Events category, the premier lifestyle mall developer received accolades for six different entries. These include the iconic and pioneering pet-friendly event in the metro, “Eastwood City Love & Paw-er: Pet Blessing 2022” which was given an Excellence Award.

Global apparel retailer UNIQLO today announces the launch of the 2024 Spring collection for UNIQLO : C, a women’s line from renowned British fashion designer Clare Waight Keller, known for her sophisticated, effortless wardrobes. The newest line is light, comfortable, and alive with fresh energy to complement everyday life. The pieces are dressed in vibrant shades of poppy red, blush pink, aqua blue, and army green, in functional and beautiful forms beckoning us to a new season. Spring collection A pleated dress peeking out from behind a trench coat draws beautiful lines with every step. Voluminous wide pants are paired…

A delegation of 25 food exhibitors will rally behind FOODPhilippines, the country’s collective food promotions program, to showcase an array of nutritious food options at the 29th edition of Gulfood. The Philippine delegation will return for the 19th consecutive time to one of the world’s biggest and most relevant trade shows for food and beverage following its hybrid participation in 2023. Bannering the theme “Healthy and Convenient Food Options,” the delegation seeks to address the increasing demand for healthy, organic, and convenient food among local consumers in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). A recent study conducted by Future Market Insights,…

Palo Alto Networks, the global cybersecurity leader, has recently released its 2024 cybersecurity predictions for Asia Pacific – 5 key insights from industry leaders to help organisations ensure a secure future. 2023 saw organisations witness unprecedented levels of cybercrime. Palo Alto Networks’ State of Cybersecurity Report found that the Philippines experienced the highest number of disruptive attacks in Southeast Asia, with 29% of local organisations experiencing a 50% or more increase in incidents. Furthermore, the firm also received the most number of calls to its incident response team ever in October 2023. Cybercriminals have used ransomware to target critical infrastructures…