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11 October 2023

Newsletter: Para athletes advocate for mental resilience, inclusivity, and sports with PLDT and Smart

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To celebrate this year’s World Mental Health Day, PLDT Inc. (PLDT) and its wireless unit Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) continue their advocacy to champion mental health and wellness through sports with the Better Today: Power Move Project. 
 

10 October 2023

Newsletter: Doja Cat releases fourth studio album, Scarlet

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GRAMMY Award-winning global superstar Doja Cat releases her new fourth studio album, “Scarlet” today via Kemosabe Records / RCA Records. In addition, Doja Cat dropped the music video for her new track off the album, “Agora Hills”. The music video was shot in Pomona, CA, and Koreatown in Los Angeles, CA and directed by Hannah Lux Davis (Ariana Grande / Nicki Minaj) and Doja Cat. 
Throughout the week, a replica of “Scarlet” popped up at different locations across the U.S. just before the album dropped today  – check out images of the Scarlet’s replica HERE. At each location, there was a QR code for fans to use and get an exclusive first listen to Doja Cat’s new record.

Newsletter: 2X PLATINUM R&B SINGER-SONGWRITER VEDO MARKS CAREER MILESTONE WITH THE RELEASE OF HIS 7TH STUDIO ALBUM ENTITLED 7

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VEDO, the 2x Platinum R&B singer-songwriter who captivated fans during his unforgettable journey on NBC's The Voice a decade ago, has released his 7th studio album entitled, 7. This album marks a significant milestone in his career as an accomplished independent artist who blossomed under the guidance and mentorship of R&B megastar, Usher, who called VEDO "One of the greatest voices of this generation” during their 2022 viral Tiny Desk Concert on NPR. 

09 October 2023

Newsletter: Cybercriminals continue to spread malware to SMBs disguised as legit business software 

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Cybercriminals continue to target small and mid-sized businesses (SMBs) as they keep on spreading malware disguised as business software. From anonymized data of its SMB clients in the Philippines in the first half of 2023, Kaspersky revealed a huge jump of about 325.58% in the number of attempts to attack SMBs compared to the same period last year. 

Newsletter: PLDT, Smart boost National Teachers’ Month 2023 kick off

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The Philippines’ largest integrated telecommunications network, PLDT Inc. and its wireless arm Smart Communications, Inc. enabled the National Teachers’ Month 2023 kickoff at the Bohol Wisdom School in Tagbilaran City, providing fast and reliable fiber connectivity for the livestreamed event. PLDT and Smart have long supported the education sector, and count this support as among their most important advocacies. 
 

08 October 2023

Newsletter: KNOCK2 JOINS FORCES WITH DILLON FRANCIS ON 'BUTTONS!' OUT NOW VIA 88RISING HEADING INTO FOUR SOLD OUT SHOWS AT THE SHRINE LA

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Fresh off his last single ‘One Chance’, a collaboration with bass heavy-hitter NGHTMRE and vocalist Marlhy, San Diego producer Knock2 today shares his next release, "buttons!," a highly anticipated collaboration with dance music icon Dillon Francis, ahead of a US tour this fall. Listen and watch "buttons!" HERE.

Alaala Ni Bray Wyatt

10/07/2023 03:43:31 PM

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Oo. Alam ko, lagpas isang buwan na mula nung pumutok ang balitang ito. Pero maliban sa wala akong pakialam sa timing, ay hindi makakaila, bilang isa sa mga taong sumubaybay sa WWE isang dekada na ang lumipas, masakit 'to. 

07 October 2023

Newsletter: Five Culinary Journeys in the U.S. to Get Your Tastebuds Excited!

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 Courtesy: Alex Haney

Southeast Asian tastebuds are hard to please. After all, their countries are abundant with spices that have given their cuisines a whole new dimension of depth and complexity. A traveler from this region may be wary of the food options in the US- with stereotypical images of hamburgers, hotdogs and fast food in general. 

Newsletter: TAYLOR SWIFT LEADS 2023 MTV EMA NOMINATIONS

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Above: Artists leading the nominations at the 2023 MTV EMAs.

MTV today revealed nominations for the 2023 MTV EMAs. Taylor Swift leads the pack with seven nods, including “Best Artist,” “Best Song” and “Best Video.” Olivia Rodrigo and SZA follow closely with six nominations each, also for “Best Artist,” “Best Song” and “Best Video.” Doja Cat, Måneskin, Miley Cyrus and Nicki Minaj each earned four nominations including “Best Song” and “Best Artist.”

06 October 2023

Newsletter: P-Pop girl group YARA reimagines Sexbomb Girls’ “Bakit Papa?” with a contemporary R&B makeover

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P-Pop powerhouse YARA reimagines the glory era of Y2K music with a modern update on Sexbomb Girls’ signature hit, “Bakit Papa?”—out today via Sony Music Entertainment.

Playback: BLASTER – My Kosmik Island Disk

12/10/2022 02:01:35 PM


In the last few years, Blaster Silonga emerged as one of the most popular names in the local music industry. Once a Music Hero, the son of Allan Mitchell Silonga – known to his peers and fans of K24/7 and Daddy's Home as Daddy A – became a vital member of a band we all know as IV of Spades. Eventually, the quartet-turned-trio went on hiatus to pursue their respective endeavors in the same circle and has tremendously grown.

05 October 2023

Newsletter: Filipino singer-songwriters raven and Angela Ken teams up on “Pangako,” a song about life-long commitment and everlasting love

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Angela Ken and raven, two of the most promising singer-songwriters in the country, have recently linked up on a new song that expresses the joy of feeling secure about one’s relationship and wanting to make life-long plans with the person you love.

Newsletter: The Itchyworms to embark on a 3-city tour in Japan this month!

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The Itchyworms have recently announced their three-city tour in Japan this October 2023!

04 October 2023

Newsletter: Tate McRae returns with new single “greedy”

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Photo Credit: Beth Saravo

Multi-platinum singer/songwriter Tate McRae releases her new single “greedy” alongside the official music video via RCA Records. Written and produced with hitmakers Ryan Tedder (Taylor Swift, Beyoncé), Amy Allen (Harry Styles, Justin Bieber), and Jasper Harris (Doja Cat, Post Malone), “greedy” is the first taste of new music from the star following her hit collaboration with Tiësto on “10:35.”

Newsletter: Bee nests inspire UP scientists to make new 'smart' materials

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Bee nests are a marvel of natural engineering that have inspired human engineers and inventors for centuries. Now, Filipino researchers are investigating ways to create porous materials that not only mimic the strengths of beehives but are also able to selectively trap microparticles. These new materials have potential uses in everything from water purifiers to medical sensors.

The researchers from the UPD-CS Institute of Chemistry include the paper’s authors (counter-clockwise, from middle left) Jose Jesus Gayosa, Dr. Susan Arco, Gillian Kathryn Yap, and Marco Laurence Budlayan. Not in photo is fellow UP researcher and co-author,  Jonathan Patricio. Also in photo (at back, L to R) are Leo Sabolboro and Miguel Karlo Santos. (Photo credit: Dr. Susan Arco)