Newsletter: Number_i Mini Album "No.O -ring-" (Numbering) CD & Streaming Release! Lead track "BON" Music Video with subtitles in 10 languages now available worldwide on YouTube!

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The group "Number_i," consisting of Sho Hirano, Yuta Jinguji, and Yuta Kishi, has achieved an incredible milestone with their first single "GOAT," surpassing 52 million views on YouTube. Their latest Mini Album "No.O -ring-" was released on CD and digital platforms on May 27th. The lead track from the Mini Album, "BON," produced by Sho Hirano, has already garnered significant attention, being performed on TV and creating a buzz on social media.

Newsletter: 24-MEMBER GIRL GROUP TRIUMPHS WITH THEIR UNIQUE MEGA-GROUP STRATEGY

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After a two-year journey of assembly, tripleS, sensational 24-member K-Pop girl group is now complete, making waves with their groundbreaking mega-group strategy (second in terms of group size to boy group NCT), with the release of their highly anticipated debut full-length album ASSEMBLE24 on May 8th to the excitement of their global fandom named WAV.

Newsletter: GFiber Prepaid offers unbeatable price-to-speed value It’s fast, reliable, and it’s fiber for as low as Php 33/day

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Globe continues to disrupt the market with its most economical unlimited prepaid fiber internet service, GFiber Prepaid, providing an unparalleled combination of 50Mbps speed and budget-friendly pricing to democratize access to reliable connectivity for as low as Php 33/day that customers can enjoy on a pay-per-use basis.

Paul Arcega drops newest single 'Winter In May'

05/14/2024 04:01:23 PM

Paul Arcega is set to end the month of May with a new release, and it's about to defy seasons with the magic of love.

Newsletter: Mobile users consume more data in Q1 as demand for connectivity soars

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Globe has observed a sustained uptrend in demand for mobile data, as it logged 1,610 petabytes of mobile data traffic in the first quarter of 2024, a 19% increase from the same period last year at 1,352.

Newsletter: 1999 WRITE THE FUTURE TEAMS UP WITH BASKETBALL & MUSIC LEGEND SHAQUILLE O’NEAL AKA DIESEL AND DJ NITTI ON “RAW I KNOW I GOT IT”

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Continuing to transcend expectations, today, music collective 1999 WRITE THE FUTURE releases new single “Raw I Know I Got It” featuring NBA legend, rapper and DJ Shaquille O’Neal, aka DIESEL, alongside Los Angeles-based DJ & producer NITTI. The track is out now via 88rising and RCA Records—listen HERE. 

Newsletter: Kaspersky: Response time to high-severity incidents reduced by 17%

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Every year Kaspersky prepares a report based on the results of the analysis of MDR incidents identified by the Kaspersky SOC team. In this report, experts highlight incidents that require action from customers, divided them into high, medium and low-severity types. High-severity incidents mean human-driven attacks, or malware threats that have a significant impact on the customer’s IT systems. Medium-severity incidents have no evidence of direct human involvement in the attack, but may affect the customer’s infrastructure without severe consequences, while low-severity incidents do not affect customer’s IT systems, but require a number of precautionary measures to be taken.

Newsletter: The Ransom Collective’s Muri teases the release of her newest single “Afternoon” ahead of her debut EP

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The Ransom Collective’s Muri is slated to drop “Afternoon,” the first single off her upcoming debut EP to be released this year.

Newsletter: Hear James Reid’s emotional ballad, “Hurt Me Too”

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Filipino music superstar James Reid is the latest addition to the growing Sony Music Entertainment family, which counts the likes of SB19, Ben&Ben, Denise Julia, O SIDE MAFIA, and Clara Benin as part of its elite roster.

Newsletter: XG Unveils fifth single “WOKE UP”

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HIP HOP / R&B girl group XG held their first world tour, "XG 1st WORLD TOUR 'The first HOWL’", captivating audiences at Osaka-Jo Hall with back-to-back sold out shows on May 18th and 19th. The performances showcased cover songs that are unique to the Japan shows, reimagined versions of their tracks, and songs from their "XG TAPE" rap content series alongside their "XG VOX" vocal content series, crafting an impressive 22-song setlist.

Newsletter: Gel Aquino unveils single about personal loss “Kinakaya”

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Singer-songwriter Gel Aquino will release her deeply personal and moving single, “Kinakaya,” under GMA Music. The song, which taps into the experience of heartbreak and loss, draws inspiration from Aquino’s journey through grief and healing.

Newsletter: Global pop sensation Henry Moodie captivates audiences across Southeast Asia

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Sony Music Southeast Asia is thrilled to announce the tremendous success of Henry Moodie’s recent promotional tour across Southeast Asia. The up-and-coming global pop superstar has captured the hearts and minds of fans across the region, demonstrating his star power and cementing his status as an artist to watch.

Newsletter: Senate, GCash hold cybersecurity learning session for employees

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Frontrow (Second left) Senate deputy secretary Atty. Arnel Jose Bañas, Senate secretary Atty. Renato Bantug Jr., AFS, GCash VP for corporate communications and public affairs Gilda Maquilan, the public affairs and the marketing teams of GCash in the Senate during the GCash 101 Workshop

As part of its unified mission for a safer and more inclusive digital space for Filipinos, the Senate of the Philippines, in cooperation with GCash, conducted a joint learning session among Senate employees as part of its initiative to promote cybersecurity and the adoption of digital financial services.

Newsletter: Ben&Ben leads heartwarming video campaign for Robinsons Malls, featuring the hit anthem “Araw-Araw”

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Ben&Ben, in partnership with Robinsons Malls, has launched a video campaign to mark the grand opening of Liwanag House, the newest concept store.

Newsletter: KAIA chronicles personal journey to stardom on “You Did It” music video

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KAIA has officially released the music video of their new single “You Did It.”

Helmed by Raymond “Pabi” Fabian and Francis “Kiko” Magundayao, the visuals mark the five-member group’s transformation from the debut years to their more confident and refined phase. It also features the origin story of the dragonfly, a metaphorical symbol of their journey as a Filipino girl group trying to make it in the competitive music industry landscape.

Newsletter: MULTI-PLATINUM R&B ARTIST VEDO RELEASES HIS EIGHTH STUDIO ALBUM ENTITLED "NEXT CHAPTER"

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The multi-platinum, contemporary R&B singer- songwriter VEDO releases his long-awaited 8th studio album, "Next Chapter", under Empire. The 14-track project includes collaborations from top producers and songwriters in addition to the spontaneous link up with Singer Rotimi for their island infused R&B track No Worries followed by singles; Spinn on You and Your Love is All I Need.

Newsletter: DKT Philippines Foundation Unveils PH’s First Family Planning Mobile Clinic

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DKT Philippines Foundation, Inc. officially launches the country’s first-ever Family Planning Ambulatory Clinic.

DKT Philippines Foundation, a charitable non-profit organization promoting family planning and HIV prevention, officially launched the SODEX (Service Outreach and Distribution Extension Program) Mobile Clinic – the country’s first-ever family planning ambulatory clinic. This pioneering effort aims to provide safe and accessible modern family planning methods for Filipinos in far-flung areas to bridge the gap between Filipinos wanting to space and limit pregnancy and the disparities in Family Planning service provision.

Newsletter: UPD College of Science Kickstarts Innovation-Research Fair 2024

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By Harvey Sapigao

Organizers and participants of the Innovation-Research Fair 2024 (Photo credit: Craig Soroño).

The UPD College of Science (UPD-CS) Innovation Committee, under the Science and Society Program (SSP) and led by SSP Director Dr. Lerrie Ann Ipulan-Colet, hosted the two-day Innovation-Research Fair on 29 and 30 April 2024 in celebration of World Creativity and Innovation Day.

Newsletter: Educators in APAC play a pivotal role in imparting cybersecurity knowledge, but more must be done

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Kaspersky’s latest white paper revealed that 7 in 10 educators would rather use mobile data than a public network as a precautionary measure. However, 90% believe that there is a chance of their digital devices getting attacked in the future.   

Kaspersky’s latest white paper highlights the crucial role of educators in Asia Pacific (APAC) in enhancing cyber education in the classroom. A five-week study, undertaken as a collaboration between Kaspersky and Associate Professor Jiow Hee Jhee from the Singapore Institute of Technology, was conducted among 157 educators across India, Singapore and the Philippines. 

Newsletter: Filipino electronic music producer crwn marks career milestone with debut album “Séance”

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crwn’s highly anticipated debut album, “Séance,” has finally graced our ears. King Puentespina's inaugural album, "Séance," made its entrance precisely at 11 PM on May 11, 2024. The unveiling took place during its album launch in Makati, where the producer and his collaborators presented it to an audience.

Séance Album Art by Clara Clayosa

This dance-infused album pulsates with the beats of drum and bass, UK garage, and house, serving as its primary genres. Here's the complete tracklist of "Séance," showcasing a stellar lineup of collaborators:

Gathering

Rooftops In Paris (feat. Curtismith)

Good Enough (feat. Jason Dhakal)

Another Day (feat. Jolianne)

Wish It Never Ends (feat. Olympia)

Ouroboros (feat. Six The Northstar)

Past Due (feat. Jess Connelly)

Honey (feat. August Wahh)

Feel Something (feat. Nadine Lustre)

Waiting For You (feat. Loner)

Dreaming Of You (feat. Tala)

Séance

Newsletter: NIKI ANNOUNCES BIGGEST WORLD TOUR TO DATE 40+ MARKETS ACROSS NORTH AMERICA, EUROPE, UK, ASIA (INCLUDING MANILA), AUSTRALIA + NEW ZEALAND

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Global icon and singer-songwriter NIKI announces her biggest tour to date spanning 41 markets in North America, Europe, the UK, Asia (including Manila), Australia, and New Zealand. These dates, produced by Live Nation, will celebrate the release of her ambitious and sonically-expansive upcoming album Buzz out August 9, 2024 via 88rising. Fellow singer-songwriters Allison Ponthier and Amy Lee will join as support in North America and Europe, respectively.

Newsletter: tripleS ASSEMBLE24 ‘All Possibilities of an Idol’

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The highly anticipated tripleS ASSEMBLE24, the complete group that promises to redefine the very essence of idolhood, has finally arrived! Their debut album of the same name has just been unveiled on May 8th at 6PM KST, to the excitement of their global fandom named WAV.

Newsletter: Bradley Simpson shares new single “Picasso”

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Bradley Simpson’s debut solo single ‘Cry At The Moon’ occupied a rarely explored sweet spot between styles: classic ‘70s Americana with a surging intensity which echoes the swaggering spirit of the indie-rock greats, but also with the contemporary, pop-tinged edge that can only come from an artist who has headlined London’s 20,000 capacity O2 arena on multiple occasions. From that compelling introduction, Bradley now powers into the release of his new single ‘Picasso’.

Newsletter: USANA PH Receives Gold Label for Most Trusted Natural Food Supplements at the 2024 Reader’s Digest Trusted Brands Awards

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Cherry Ampig, General Manager of USANA Philippines receiving the Gold Label Award for the Most Trusted Natural Food Supplements from Sheron White, Retail and Advertising Sales Director for the Reader’s Digest Asia-Pacific at the 2024 Reader’s Digest Trusted Brands Awards.

USANA Philippines, a global leader in the health industry, recently received the Gold Label for the Most Trusted Natural Food Supplements at the 2024 Reader’s Digest Trusted Brands Awards. The valued recognition, awarded during the 26th Annual Most Trusted Brand survey, demonstrates USANA’s commitment to providing premium quality-based nutritional products which exemplifies consumer trust, not just in the Philippines but all over the world.

Newsletter: Unified stance against cybercrimes: DICT-CICC and GCash conduct joint learning session for Cyber Investigators

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The inter-government agency attendees from the CICC, BIR, NPC and NTC with the GCash team

With its shared mission of consumer protection for a safer and secure digital economy, the Department of Information and Communication Technology (DICT) through its sub-agency Cybercrime Investigation and Coordination Center (CICC), conducts a joint learning session among the investigators of the CICC, the first of its many initiatives to provide safer and more secure cyberspace for millions of Filipinos in cooperation with GCash, the country’s top finance app.

Newsletter: ALEXANDER STEWART RELEASES DEBUT ALBUM BLEEDING HEART; NAMED ONE OF SPOTIFY’S POP RISING ARTISTS TO WATCH IN 2024

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With over half a billion streams to his name and as one of Spotify’s Pop Rising Artists to Watch in 2024, Alexander Stewart has released his debut album bleeding heart. The album features 12 tracks, including “broken by you,” which was hailed as one of Rolling Stone’s “Songs You Need To Know.” You can listen to bleeding heart here and watch the visualizer for “how dare you” here, which made its broadcast premiere yesterday on MTV Live, MTVU, MTV Biggest Pop and on the Paramount Times Square billboards.

“This album is a combination of the last 3 years of my life, and making it was truly the most beautiful, exciting, painful, trying, insane thing I've ever done,” Alexander says. “I’m so excited for you to hear it and for these songs to help guide and lift you in whatever stage of the journey you are on! I can't WAIT to be screaming these with you on tour.” 

Newsletter: SB19 unveils summer anthem “Moonlight,” with acclaimed producers Ian Asher and Terry Zhong

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SB19 delivers another club anthem just in time for the summer!

The P-Pop powerhouse links up with US-based producer/DJ Ian Asher and Chinese electronic producer Terry Zhong for their new single “Moonlight,” released today under Liquid State/Sony Music Philippines.

Newsletter: ATARASHII GAKKO! ANNOUNCE DEBUT ALBUM AG! CALLING OUT JUNE 7 VIA 88RISING

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“Encapsulating the spunky vigour of youth, which is Seishun in Japanese, they present a refreshing take on Japanese pop and in the grander scheme of things, a fresh outlook on girl groups. One that isn’t manufactured or pigeon-holed.” 

- Vogue Singapore 

“ATARASHII GAKKO! are singularly, unapologetically themselves”

-Nylon

Tokyo-based and wildly special progressive-pop girl group, ATARASHII GAKKO! formally announce their upcoming album AG! Calling out via 88rising on June 7. Fans can pre save the music on their website HERE. 

Newsletter: Steve Aoki Announces 9th Studio Album Out This June

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2x-Grammy-nominated artist and producer Steve Aoki announces the forthcoming release of his 9th studio album, set to drop June 28. Aoki disclosed details in an interview with Billboard Magazine for their AAPI Issue cover story. Aoki shared that the album includes collaborations with artists such as Lil Jon, Ne-Yo, among others. Marking a return to Steve's musical origins, this forthcoming release is a dancefloor-focused record. It will also further expand upon the HiROQUEST world that Aoki has recently introduced through his music, trading cards, and a newly released graphic novel. From the studio to the stage, Aoki's passion for pushing boundaries and exploring new sonic landscapes shines through in every track. This is the first part of a two-part project, and more details will be provided soon.

Newsletter: Ben&Ben to launch new concept store ‘Liwanag House’ with a concert at Robinsons Galleria

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Heads up! Ben&Ben and Robinsons Galleria are teaming up for the Grand Launch of the Liwanag House, the newest concept store made specifically for the band’s growing community of partners, supporters, and fans.

Newsletter: Globe Rewards+ offers next-level experience for Globe Prepaid customers

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Globe Prepaid and Globe Rewards have next-level experiences reserved just for you. 

Globe Prepaid customers are in for an exclusive experience with the all new Globe Rewards+. Available exclusively on the GlobeOne app, Globe Rewards+ makes Globe Prepaid customers feel exceptionally valued and cared for, reflecting the brand’s commitment to deliver unmatched digital innovations that improve customer experience.

Newsletter: NIKI ANNOUNCES THIRD STUDIO ALBUM BUZZ SET FOR RELEASE ON AUGUST 9TH, 2024

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“Something NIKI does really well is get to the emotional heart of the matter.”

– NPR

“NIKI has returned with a gorgeous piece of folk-pop that’s wise beyond its years.” 

– PAPER

“a sonic time capsule of a breakup album that explores heartache in perhaps its most devastating form” 

– Vanity Fair

“NIKI has gone from self-made YouTube artist to a history-making star.” 

– GRAMMY.com 

Jakarta-born, LA-based singer-songwriter and producer NIKI announces her third studio album Buzz due August 9th via 88rising. To tide fans over, she also unveils the project’s lead single “Too Much Of A Good Thing.” 

Newsletter: Novel Explanation for Long-Standing Neutron Lifetime Problem Proposed by UP Nuclear Physicist

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By Harvey Sapigao

Atoms are both a wave and a particle, similar to water waves (which are waves) that give rise to water droplets (which are particles) (Photo credit: Zhang Kaiyv on Unsplash)

Neutrons, when plucked from the nucleus of atoms, become unstable and decay after some time. Physicists know that these unstable neutrons die after about 14 minutes, but they cannot pinpoint the exact seconds in which the neutrons last, even as today’s experiments are at their most precise. 

Philippine wrestling celebrates 10 years with Dexcon: Dekada!

05/14/2024 04:35:09 PM

In 2014, the modern era of Philippine wrestling was born, and it immediately reached the public's consciousness. It spawned pools of talents, with a chunk of them aspiring to go beyond the local stages of squared circle, a couple of promotions to become their homes, and monthly events which showcased their talents to the ever-growing Filipino audience.

Fast-forward to 2024: amidst countless tales of on-record victories and off-the-stage controversies, the modern Pinoy wrestling has reached its first decade of existence, and Dexcon will have a couple of events to commemorate this milestone. This will begin with the Wrestle Bazaar at the Collective Base B2 in Greenhills, City of San Juan on 25 May 2024.

Newsletter: Thai R&B duo PURPLECAT links up with Filipino siblings act YSANYGO for collab single “Sunny When I’m With You”

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Thai duo Purplecat teams up with Filipino siblings duo Ysanygo on “Sunny When I’m With You,” a new single that celebrates the magic of being in love.

Newsletter: Japanese alt-rock band Hitsujibungaku to perform in Manila for the first time in July 2024!

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UPDATE: EARLY BIRD TICKETS ARE ALREADY SOLD OUT AS OF MAY 1!

It’s official: Japanese alternative rock trio Hitsujibungaku will be staging their first headline show in Manila this July 6, 2024 (Saturday) at 123 Block in Mandaluyong City, Philippines.

Newsletter: LAUFEY: 'BEWITCHED: THE GODDESS EDITION' OUT NOW

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'Bewitched: The Goddess Edition', the new release from GRAMMY®-winning   Icelandic-Chinese composer, producer   and multi-instrumentalist Laufey, is now available worldwide via AWAL. The expanded edition features four brand-new original songs that Laufey wrote in the wake of finishing her 2023critically celebrated album 'Bewitched', including “Goddess” and new single “Bored”. Fans can watch the official visualiser for "Bored" here and stream 'Bewitched: The Goddess Edition' here: laufey.ffm.to/goddessedition

Newsletter: Barbie Almalbis, Aia de Leon, Acel Bisa, Monty Macalino of Mayonnaise and more to join Kitchie Nadal’s 20th Anniversary Concert

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Barbie Almalbis, Aia de Leon, Lougee Basabas, Hannah Romawac, Acel Bisa, and Monty Macalino of Mayonnaise are joining the first batch of guests for SAME GROUND: Kitchie Nadal’s 20th Anniversary Concert, happening on June 2, 2024 (Sunday), at the New Frontier Theater in Cubao, Quezon City.

Newsletter: Former OFW finds hope as a TPC and Smart load reseller

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Overseas Filipinos sacrifice a lot the moment they decide to leave the Philippines to work abroad, and even when they return home and search again for livelihood. Just like in the case of 33-year-old Estrellita Evale, a former domestic helper who worked in the Middle East for three years, before coming back home for good.

 

Newsletter: Ben&Ben finds meaning in impermanence on new single “COMETS”

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Multi-awarded Filipino band Ben&Ben invites listeners on a journey of self-introspection with the release of their new 2024 single “COMETS,” out today via Sony Music Entertainment.

Newsletter: PLDT, Smart empower youth at Nueva Ecija University of Science and Technology through mental health awareness initiative

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Nueva Ecija University of Science and Technology students work together in an activity during the session.  

As part of their broad program to promote digital wellness particularly among the youth, PLDT and Smart recently supported the mental health initiative of the Nueva Ecija University of Science and Technology (NEUST). Attended by over 400 youth participants, the uplifting conversations were part of NEUST’s student government-led effort entitled, “I Matter: Building One’s Mental Health Across Different Bridges”.

Newsletter: WARREN HUE: The 21-year-old rising star opens up about his cross-country relationship on “SPLIT,” new single and music video, out now via 88rising

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(press photo courtesy of 88rising) 

Fresh from making his mark with the 1999 WRITE THE FUTURE music collective, where he contributed to five tracks alongside Offset, Amaarae, De La Soul, Cuco and MILLI on the album, Hella, Warren Hue drops his most personal single, “SPLIT.” Out now via 88rising with an official music video, “SPLIT” finds the 21-year old rising star introspectively examining the highs and lows of being in a cross-country relationship. “SPLIT is a song that I wrote detailing an experience in a long-distance relationship,” Warren shared. “I wanted to create a song based on split lifestyles and how pressure and insecurity can take over your emotions. Trust is a big theme in the song, telling my significant other to believe in me and vice-versa.” The day-in-the-life music video captures Warren’s twenty something lifestyle, a mix of finding his place in a new city and letting loose, while pursuing his dreams. The alternative hip-hop track is produced by frequent-collaborator, Chasu, and is the latest offering ahead of a larger release from Warren. Check out “SPLIT” here and stay tuned for more news. 

Newsletter: Luke Hemmings ushers in new era with the release of new EP, boy

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Acclaimed singer-songwriter Luke Hemmings has released his highly-anticipated new EP, boy, via Arista Records. The record, co-produced with longtime collaborator Sammy Witte (Maggie Rogers, Harry Styles, Freya Ridings), is a concise and cohesive 7-track coterie of songs, each offering a new sense of maturity, growth, and humanity for Hemmings.  Arriving alongside the project is a stunning official visual EP consisting of all seven tracks which premiered globally for eager fans on YouTube at midnight. Watch here. Hemmings also released his deeply felt single “Benny” and its companion visualizer. “Benny’s” dreamy soundscape is an ode to family, but one that aches with the loss of a life sometimes lived on their periphery. 

Newsletter: Every third cyber incident was due to ransomware, Kaspersky reports

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Ahead of International Anti-Ransomware Day on May 12, Kaspersky's latest research reveals a concerning trend in the global cybersecurity landscape, with ransomware attacks accounting for every third cyber incident in 2023. The report sheds light on the escalating threat of targeted ransomware groups, which have seen a 30% increase globally compared to 2022, along with a 71% surge in known victims.

Kaspersky's research, covering 2022 and 2023, revealed a worrisome escalation in targeted ransomware groups. The data indicated a staggering 30% global increase in the number of these groups compared to 2022, accompanied by a 71% surge in known victims of their attacks. Unlike random assaults, these targeted groups set their sights on government agencies, prominent organizations, and specific individuals within enterprises. As cybercriminals continue to orchestrate sophisticated and extensive attacks, the threat to cybersecurity grows ever more pronounced.

The Scene Around: The Pop Shoppe Beach Camp Indie Fest - Lilystars Records 16th Anniversary

05/03/2024 02:33:35 PM 

It's hard to actually write something these past few days. With all the job hunting and the side-hustles both up and running, this guy struggles to make time and usually winds up staring blankly at this document for so long.

Newsletter: BIBI & JACKSON WANG TEAM UP ON NEW SINGLE AND VIDEO FOR “FEELING LUCKY”

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On the heels of their explosive surprise performance at Coachella, South Korean it-girl BIBI and global superstar Jackson Wang have thrilled fans with the release of their new single and music video, "Feeling Lucky." This exciting collaboration, which debuted to viral acclaim at Coachella 2024, marries BIBI's captivating vocals and Jackson's dynamic presence into a sultry pop duet.

Newsletter: Ben&Ben to release new single “COMETS” this Friday!

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Ben&Ben is slated to release “COMETS,” their first official single of 2024.

Written by Paolo and Miguel Benjamin, the song tackles the fleeting nature of a love lost.

“COMETS” also marks the first time that Ben&Ben co-produced a song with acclaimed producer Petra Sihombing, whose work the band has gotten to know and love in such a short span of time. 

Newsletter: Kaspersky says Negative effects motivate APAC educators’ cyber decisions the most

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The study revealed that age, gender and educational levels did not influence the surveyed educators’ cyber decisions

Kaspersky’s latest white paper, in partnership with Associate Professor Jiow Hee Jhee of the Singapore Institute of Technology, presents an understanding of the motivational drivers that influence individuals’ behaviours towards certain cybersecurity issues. The survey was conducted among educators across India, Singapore, and the Philippines. 

Newsletter: Crwn teams up with Jason Dhakal on new single “Good Enough”

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After a long wait, King Puentespina, also known as crwn, finally unveils "Good Enough," his first single release in over a year. As anticipation mounts for his debut album set to hit shelves in May, crwn introduces his first featured artist, Jason Dhakal, signaling the start of the unfolding universe of Séance.

Newsletter: Sponge Cola releases “Tatlong Buwan,” a track inspired by hit K-drama Queen of Tears

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Filipino band Sponge Cola releases another pop-rock anthem inspired by a hit Korean drama.

Newsletter: Join the Epic Battle During ‘Marvel Season of Super Heroes’ at Hong Kong Disneyland Resort

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Calling all Marvel fans from around the world to assemble for a brand-new epic battle at Hong Kong Disneyland Resort! From April 26 to June 10, Marvel fans will experience with their favorite Marvel Super Heroes in Tomorrowland, and join the battle from the sky to the ground and all around, including the all-new daytime show “Find Your Super Power: Battle for Stark Expo” and nighttime drone show “Find Your Super Power: Battle in the Sky.” Show off your super fandom with the latest Marvel-themed gear, indulge in superpower-infused food and beverages, and take advantage of the adventurous hotel offerings for a truly mighty and unforgettable experience.

Newsletter: Milieu Insight survey finds 55% of Southeast Asians are ready for domestic travel; prioritising safety and budget-friendly destinations

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With inflation driving prices high and international travel being costly, domestic leisure travel is expected to remain strong this year.

As the summer season approaches, Southeast Asia anticipates a surge in domestic travel with the Philippines and Indonesia having the highest interest in travelling domestically. However, for many travellers in the region, safety and costs are key considerations. Milieu Insight, a leading survey software company in Southeast Asia has published its latest report on summer travel plans for Southeast Asians.