Author: Team Orange

Let’s be honest, who doesn’t dream of living in a home that’s both stylish and functional? A sanctuary where you can relax, entertain, and just generally feel good. Your home might need an extra step or two in becoming the best it can be, but the thought of renovations can often conjure up images of hefty price tags and stressful disruptions. Good news, though — you don’t need to empty your savings account to make some seriously impactful upgrades at home. Awesome home upgrades that transform your living space and lifestyle can easily be simple, budget-friendly projects. Here are five…

SM Southmall came alive as SM Cares and the Down Syndrome Association of the Philippines, Inc. (DSAPI) hosted the second edition of Happy Talk: Usapang Down Syndrome 2025. The event gathered over 600 participants, including government officials, educators, therapists, and community stakeholders, to raise awareness and create safer, more inclusive spaces for individuals with Down syndrome. “Through Happy Talk, we are reminded that inclusion is not just about understanding—it’s about action. Every shared story and effort brings us closer to a world where individuals with Down syndrome are embraced and celebrated,” said Luis M. Harder, President of DSAPI. A Platform…

As part of the International Women’s Day 2025, Herbalife, a premier health and wellness company, community and platform reminds Filipinas that self-care is an essential holistic approach to wellness. As we embrace the theme of Accelerating Action , we are reminded that the power to change is in our hands—now more than ever. As we celebrate the progress woman have made across the world, we must also acknowledge the urgent need for women to take charge of their own health. According to Dr. Vipada Sae-Lao, Nutrition Education and Training Lead – Asia Pacific, Herbalife, juggling careers, family responsibilities, and often…

As International Women’s Day approaches on March 8, 2025, UnaCash, an in-app and in-store financial services provider, celebrates the invaluable contribution of women entrepreneurs and professionals. This year’s theme, “Accelerate Action”, serves as a call to enhance gender equality and support the advancement of women in business. Women have increasingly taken on vital roles in the financial sector and have contributed to economic growth. McKinsey’s Diversity Matters Even More report indicates that companies with female representation exceeding 30 percent are more likely to achieve superior financial performance compared to those with less. These companies are also seen to demonstrate higher…

Visa and PHLPost to work together to provide more secure and efficient financial services Visa (NYSE: V), a global leader in digital payments, has signed a memorandum of understanding with the Philippine Postal Corporation (PHLPost) aimed at expanding access to financial services for Filipinos, particularly those in underserved sectors such as rural communities. Under the agreement, Visa will utilize its innovation in digital payments as well as its global payments network to explore opportunities with PHLPost in modernizing and expanding the reach of its financial services, which include handling remittances and money orders for overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) as well…

According to the Department of Trade and Industry, as of 2024, 60 percent of the Philippines’ registered MSMEs are owned and run by women. It’s important that everyone recognizes that women are the heart of our homes — and indeed, the very heartbeat of our nation. And for these women who run their own businesses, it may be challenging to juggle everything that needs doing, from work to maintaining a whole household. Fortunately, AI is here to rescue in that regard. Google’s AI tools offer a suite of benefits that directly address the pain points of modern Pinay mompreneurs.

Miss Universe Philippines 2023 and Sparkle artist Michelle Dee, aka MMD, marks her debut into the music scene with the single “Reyna” under a groundbreaking partnership between ABS-CBN Music and GMA. MMD delivers a song that champions confidence, strength, and beauty, which is perfectly timed for Women’s Month. “I can’t wait for everyone to hear what we’ve been working on,” she said about the music project which was almost a year in the making.

Filipino singer-songwriter Noah Alejandre, who gained recognition as half of the award-winning alt-pop duo reon, is back in the spotlight with a new single that tugs at the heartstrings. Following the success of his previously released hit “Nahuhulog Na Sa’Yo,” which has amassed nearly 40 million streams since its 2022 release, Alejandre takes a more introspective approach with his latest track “Mga Kaibigan.” A melancholic musing on how friendship changes over time, “Mga Kaibigan” pays tribute to the platonic relationships that we leave behind as we grow and pursue our individual paths. Written when Alejandre moved away from his hometown,…

Ayala Land, Inc. (ALI) reinforced its position as a leader in financial excellence and sustainable financing, earning multiple accolades at the FinanceAsia Achievement Awards held in Hong Kong on February 26. The annual awards recognize Asia Pacific’s most outstanding deals, institutions, and financial leaders, highlighting those that are redefining capital markets in the region. ALI was named Best Issuer – Corporates, APAC, prevailing over top issuers from Australia, China, Hong Kong, New Zealand, and other key markets. The award underscores the company’s strong financial management, strategic fundraising, and commitment to sustainable and innovative financing solutions. The company’s PHP6 billion 10-year…

Mobile services provider Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) is joining the celebration of the International Women’s Month by powering the highly anticipated 2025 Filipina CEO Circle (FCC) Women’s Run PH on March 9, Sunday at SM Mall of Asia Complex. Organized by RUNRIO and Femme Strides, the event is expected to draw over 8,000 participants in various categories, including the 1K kids dash, 5K, and 10K and 16K races. “We are proud to be the official telco partner of 2025 FCC Women’s Run PH, which is one of the many ways we at Smart celebrate and pay tribute to Filipino women…

Indie alternative band SOS reflects on endings in their new single, “Yumi & The Apocalypse,” the carrier single of their forthcoming sophomore album, It Was A Moment, out on March 28th. Blending old, familiar sounds with new, experimental production, “Yumi & The Apocalypse” hones in on SOS’s strong storytelling, often centered on personal and serving as an avatar of collective experiences, delicately balancing their tendency towards cynicism (or, “a stroke of sadness,” as they describe it) with a more mellowed maturity. While the song is about a breakup, “Yumi” tells it with more grace. As the band puts it, “It’s…