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14 August 2023

Newsletter: NOBITA releases debut album, BETTERFLY

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Filipino alt-rock outfit NOBITA has finally released their highly anticipated debut album, BETTERFLY via Sony Music Entertainment. 

Newsletter: Manila Wrestling Federation Takes Modern Pinoy Wrestling to A Higher Level in “MWF: Road to Fate 2023”

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The Manila Wrestling Federation (MWF) continues to further establish its status as the Philippines’ premier professional wrestling entertainment brand as it delights the fans with its annual spectacle MWF: Road To Fate 2023 – featuring a roster of 100% Filipino wrestling stars. The already jam-packed event is set to take place at Power Mac Center Spotlight PMCS Blackbox in Circuit Makati on August 20, Sunday.

13 August 2023

Newsletter: THE NEW PROJECT FROM KODALINE’S MARK PRENDERGAST

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Mark Prendergast’s new project Man Alive is a leftfield step away from his international chart-conquering success with Kodaline. Evident in his debut EP ‘Colours’, which is set to release on 15th September, takes listeners through a whirlpool of emotion with its title track and new single. Listen here: https://found.ee/ManAlive-Colours

12 August 2023

Newsletter: Australian recording star BIRDEE 王煒 announces Southeast Asian tour

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Sydney-based alt-pop artist BIRDEE 王煒 will be touring Southeast Asia next month!

The eclectic singer-songwriter will be performing in Manila, Jakarta, and Singapore to promote “Best Mistake I Never Made,” her upcoming new single, which draws earnest comparisons to forward-thinking pop auteurs Lorde, Tove Lo, and Charli XCX.

Newsletter: BIRDEE 王煒 To release new single “Best Mistake I Never Made”

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Sydney-based artist BIRDEE 王煒 is slated to release her triumphant new single ‘Best Mistake I Never Made’ via Disruptive Entertainment.

11 August 2023

Newsletter: Kaspersky launches specialized solution for Linux-based embedded devices

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Kaspersky has introduced support for Linux in their Kaspersky Embedded Systems Security product. This adaptable, multi-layered solution now provides optimized security for embedded Linux-based systems, devices and scenarios, in compliance with the rigorous regulatory standards so often applicable to these systems. The product provides optimum protection for every device it secures – whatever its power level – against the latest cyberthreats directed at today’s Linux systems.

10 August 2023

Newsletter: (G)I-DLE UNVEILS NEW VIDEO: I DO - A LOVE STORY IN BANGKOK FEATURING THAI TALENTS TONTAWAN TANTIVEJAKUL AND JIRAWAT SUTIVANISAK

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Credit: Cho Gi-Seok 88Rising

Following the phenomenal launch of their debut English language single “I DO”, chart-topping girl group (G)I-DLE has unveiled a poignant video love story starring adored Thai talents ‘Tu’ Tontawan Tantivejakul and ‘Dew’ Jirawat Sutivanisak, reuniting the co-stars of hit drama series Boys Over Flowers on screen once more.

09 August 2023

Newsletter: PhilPop Himig Handog Songwriting Festival announces top 12 finalists for main competition

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PhilPop Himig Handog Songwriting Festival continues its commitment to empowering the future generation of music industry professionals and hitmakers through its sustainable, world-class mentorship program.

08 August 2023

Newsletter: Multi-platinum rapper and producer will.i.am teams up with Britney Spears on new single “MIND YOUR BUSINESS”

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Music luminary and multi-platinum, GRAMMY® Award-winning artist will.i.am delights fans with the release of his highly anticipated new single "MIND YOUR BUSINESS," featuring the incomparable Britney Spears. This exciting collaboration marks their first reunion since their timeless, triple-platinum hit "Scream & Shout" in 2012, which was the first-ever number one song on Billboard’s Dance/Electronic Songs chart.

07 August 2023

Newsletter: NYC’s Official Destination Marketing Organization and Convention and Visitors Bureau Spotlights Free and Affordable Activities

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View from the Manhattan Bridge | Courtesy, Tagger Yancey IV

New York City Tourism + Conventions, the official destination marketing organization and convention and visitors bureau for the five boroughs of New York City, is spotlighting a selection of free and affordable experiences for visitors to enjoy this summer.  

“New York City offers something for everyone, no matter your interests, the length of your trip or your budget—there is more to see and do here than in virtually any other city in the world,” said Fred Dixon, President and CEO of New York City Tourism + Conventions. “During the summer months, NYC is buzzing with street festivals, outdoor dining and cultural offerings, in addition to beautiful parks, beaches and green space. We invite visitors to take advantage of the value of a summer visit to NYC and enjoy the many fantastic free and affordable activities on offer across all five boroughs.” 

06 August 2023

05 August 2023

Those Sleepless Nights in Katipunan (My Lookback to Some of The Gigs at Route 196)

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Sometimes, I used to have this silly, randomly-timed routine of updating my tags and descriptions on my Instagram posts. Because I tried marketing my profile there and hopefully landing photography gigs or anything related. One Saturday in August 2020, I happened to do some of that on one of my photographs featuring no less than Jugs Jugueta of The Itchyworms on that gig at Route 196 in early 2019.

Newsletter: STEPHANIE POETRI RELEASES NEW SINGLE “INVITED” OUT NOW VIA INFINITE THRILLS/88RISING

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Los Angeles-based singer-songwriter Stephanie Poetri continues her musical evolution with the release of her new single, “Invited,” out via Infinite Thrills/88Rising. “Invited” follows Stephanie’s most recent single “Astrologically Illogical,” as well as a U.S. tour supporting Lyn Lapid, which saw Poetri winning over packed rooms across the country. While her music has been known for its soft, ethereal qualities, these new songs showcase her continued growth as a songwriter and see Poetri embracing the power of her voice with a bolder and edgier sound inspired by the indie rock she grew up with. “There weren't a lot of female artists in that world back then,” says Poetri, “so I see myself wanting to fulfill that position, and make songs that have a little bit of edge. I want to put some more femininity into indie rock.” 

04 August 2023

Newsletter: Xendit payments infra bridges gaps in digital economy

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Unicorn startup Xendit took the stage at a fintech summit to lead the dialogue on how the Philippine finance industry can accelerate the digital economy—and fast, through building payments infrastructure.

03 August 2023

Newsletter: PLDT advocates for holistic, proactive cybersecurity approach

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Leading integrated telco network PLDT Inc (PLDT) is urging businesses to adapt a holistic, end-to-end perspective on cybersecurity that guards against complacency and beefs up people's cybersecurity capabilities, in order to stay resilient.