Newsletter: Why Igorots in Metro Manila directly source goods from farmers

09/24/2020 11:45:55 PM

Author's note: Imagine buying local goods. Wait, that may sound really vague. Let me get this straight.

Moreover, imagine buying low-priced products straight from the farm. Here lies the stories of how some of our fellow countrymen – the ones we call Cordillerans or Igorots – are buying goods directly from the farmers of Cordillera. 

And why should we emulate their example more than just showing support to our locality and homegrown offerings. Read the story below in this edition of newsletter: 

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Newsletter: Companies should commit to employees’ wellbeing to boost cybersecurity during pandemic —Kaspersky

09/15/2020 12:43:45 AM

Author's Note: Of course, one of the very keys to how the company functions as a while is manpower. That being said, Kasperksy has released its press release, stating that companies should take care of their valuable asset, especially during these tough times of pandemic. When being treated properly, the employee's wellbeing will also help boost cybersecurity during the period, and taking the easy way out of using cheap, fool sophisticated protection software will hurt businesses even more.

Read them more here: 

Bryan Estepa releases new single, "Admit Now, Pay Later"

09/18/2020 11:05:53 PM

September 2020 seems to be a hot month for Lilystars Records as another single has been released from a member of its roster.

Jannine Weigl releases new song 'Passcode'

09/19/2020 12:53:31 AM

Thai-German pop sensation Jannine Wiegel has recently released her new single 'Passcode' via the innovative new label called RedRecords.

Newsletter: UBX - Changing the Face of Banking

09/18/2020 10:01:27 PM

Author's note: UnionBank of the Philippines continues to revolutionize banking through its tech innovation and investment arm.

In a virtual presser held earlier in the month, the specialized division –  titled UBX –  has recently announced they are building platforms for digitally and financially underserved communities while aggregating and virtualizing financial services to embed in the platforms of others. Learn more of them in the press release below:

 

Penguin is in danger: APT targets Linux users

09/20/2020 12:51:31 PM

Looks like the Penguin is in danger as of late. Kasperksy has recently found a trend more and more threat actors are executing targeted attacks against Linux-based devices while developing more Linux-focused tools.

Bruce Springsteen releases his 20th album, "Letter to You" this October

09/15/2020 01:42:47 AM

Next month, legendary rock musician Bruce Springsteen will drop his highly anticipated studio album with E Street Band, Letter To You via Columbia Records.

Gail Belmonte drops new single "You Don't"

09/15/20 12:22:19 AM

Two months after releasing her debut single, Gail Belmonte has unveiled her new track that depicts her struggles on reclaiming happiness.

Sebastian Rhodes drops new song with Ysa Yanesa, "Miss Me"

09/14/2020 11:56:15 PM 

Australian indie sensation Sebastian Rhodes release s his new single earlier this month, and it was made through a collaborative effort with the Filipina-Singaporean artist Ysa Yanesa.

The Manila Hotel joins Manila Restaurant Week

09/17/2020 11:48:16 PM

The Manila Hotel is joining the City of Manila's Restaurant Week. The century-running premier accomodations venue will have its famed Cafe Ilang-Ilang as a particiapnt for this week-long festivity. 

Lenovo intros two new tablets good for the pros and kids

09/14/2020 11:43:13 PM

Lenovo has now made learning and entertaining at home easier than ever with the introduction og its new products – New Lenovo Tab P11 Pro and Lenovo Tab M10 HD Gen 2 with Google Kids Space.

Ben&Ben launches new fangroup name 'Liwanag'

09/14/2020 10:37:00 PM

After having a bunch of hit episodes on their YouTube channel, Ben&Ben has recently launched their official fan club.

Vans Musicians Wanted hits global expansion this 2020!

09/14/2020 05:19:00 PM

Vans is staging a worldwide music competition for all genres beginning this month.

WFH lessons: employees “confidently” make 90% of all security awareness mistakes —Kaspersky

09/14/2020 04:12:04 PM

There is one key lesson for today's employees: be aware of their devices.

Kaspersky releases the adventure about Kuril Islands

09/14/2020 03:11:27 PM

Kaspersky kicked off the month by releasing “From Kurils With Love,” a documentary that takes online audiences on an expedition made by a team of well-known adventurers to one of the least visited places on the planet: the Kuril Islands – with mere emphasis on learning about data and technology.