Newsletter: James Arthur releases fifth studio album, Bitter Sweet Love

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Brit Billion-certified artist James Arthur today releases his fifth studio album Bitter Sweet Love on Columbia Records.

Newsletter: RADWIMPS ANNOUNCE WORLD TOUR “The way you yawn, and the outcry of Peace”

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Tour Poster Designed by Keiichi Tanaami

Acclaimed Japanese rock band RADWIMPS is delighted to announce their upcoming RADWIMPS WORLD TOUR 2024 “The way you yawn, and the outcry of Peace”. Following the tremendous success of their sold-out world tour in 2023, the band has decided to return to Asia this April and May to perform for their devoted fans who were unable to secure tickets the previous year. This time, RADWIMPS will be playing at larger venues to accommodate the overwhelming demand.

Newsletter: LikhaCert secure digital artworks preservation at Apl.de.Ap x Bitto phygital art debut

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Apl.de.ap and Bitto pose with content creator Jax Reyes, the winning bidder for their phygital artwork. The canvas painting comes with an NFC chip embedded with Apl.de.Ap’s original soundtrack.

Irish poet and playwright Oscar Wilde famously stated that “Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery,” however, the rise of the digital world has complicated this sentiment for artists. The prevalence of fraudulent activity in the digital age has sparked worry among artists. Imagine having an audience in the billions, yet each one with the potential to steal it and use for their own benefit. Art collectors, by extension, bear the brunt of this predicament.

Newsletter: JESSE MCCARTNEY UNVEILS IRRESISTIBLE NEW SINGLE "FAUX FUR" AND TEASES FORTHCOMING EP 'ALL’S WELL'

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No stranger to the world of pop, Jesse McCartney, the multi-talented singer-songwriter musician, who first came onto the scene as a teen heartthrob later becoming celebrated for his chart-topping hits and memorable roles on screen, unveils a seductive new single, "Faux Fur". The track effortlessly captures retro R&B groove and funk, layered with his soulful vocals. Listen here: https://jesse-mccartney.ffm.to/fauxfur

Newsletter: Globe Group, Google team up to digitalize elderly in #SeniorDigizen campaign

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Google is supporting the Globe Group in its #SeniorDigizen campaign, which aims to equip the elderly with tech knowledge they can use in daily life. 

Newsletter: UP Chemists Modify Anticancer Compound to Improve Safety and Efficacy

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Chemical structure of deguelin. (Photo credit: Francisco, J. A., & Paderes, M. C. Inhibitory effects of B-, C-, and E-ring-truncated deguelin derivatives against A549, HCT116, and MCF-7 Cancer Cells. ACS Omega, 8(45): p. 43109–43117)

Scientists from the University of the Philippines – Diliman College of Science (UPD-CS) have transformed the anticancer compound deguelin into a novel class of compounds that show promise as safer and more effective treatments for colon, lung, and breast cancer.

Newsletter: “No patent, no right”: UP lawyer highlights scientists’ need to protect inventions

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By: Harvey L. Sapigao

In the '90s, Dr. Neila Cortes-Maramba of UP Manila led a team of scientists investigating ten medicinal plants in the Philippines. Two of these plants exhibited promising results—one for cough and the other for urinary tract infections. The team patented Vitex negundo (Lagundi) and Blumea balsamifera (Sambong) in syrup and tablet forms, granting them exclusive rights to these medicines. 

Newsletter: Singer-songwriter and producer Dhruv releases new single “Tragedy”

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Singer-songwriter and producer Dhruv releases “Tragedy,” the lead single from his debut album expected later this year. Co-written by Dhruv and produced by JT Daly, the piano-led track chronicles the somber feeling of being on the losing end of a breakup after a failed attempt of reconciling with an ex. Listen to the single here.

Newsletter: BSP, DILG, GCash roll out Paleng-QR Ph in Calamba, Laguna

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From left: City of Calamba licensing officer Peachy Galang, public market administrator Olive Natividad, business permits and Tltricycle franchising office head Bernadette Opulencia, Office of the Mayor executive assistant Aileen Rizal, GCash South Luzon public sector account manager Emilio Ylanan, City of Calamba councilor Maria Kathrina V. Silva, GCash Luzon public sector team lead Rosemarie Abarquez, City of Calamba administrator Johnny R. Pamuspusan and GCash South Luzon ecosystem development manager Arvin Dimaano

In line with its collective effort to promote cashless transactions and achieve financial inclusion nationwide, the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) and the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) rolled out the Paleng-QR Ph initiative in Calamba City, Laguna, in cooperation with the country’s number one finance super app, GCash.

Newsletter: Vilmark unveils emotional single “INOWY”

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Singer-songwriter Vilmark releases his latest single, “INOWY (I’m Not Okay Without You),” set to debut on January 26 under GMA Music, across major digital platforms worldwide. The soul-stirring track is a powerful ballad about dealing with loss and finding the strength to move forward.

Newsletter: THE TEKKEN SERIES CELEBRATES ITS 30TH ANNIVERSARY WITH THE ANNOUNCEMENT OF ITS SOUNDTRACK RELEASE FOR TEKKEN 8, THE LATEST INSTALLMENT IN THE SERIES

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Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc. is pleased to announce the release of its soundtrack for TEKKEN 8, the latest addition to the TEKKEN series. The soundtrack will be available worldwide on streaming platforms beginning January 26th, the same day the game goes on sale. The CD goes on sale March 13th, with pre-orders starting January 14th.

Newsletter: Kaspersky predicts key cybersecurity threats targeting children in 2024

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With most children able to access or own a smartphone or tablet, the age at which they begin their acquaintance with the digital world and technology keeps decreasing. Therefore, it’s crucial for parents to stay informed about the latest cybersecurity threats targeting kids to better protect them from potential harm. In this post, Kaspersky experts explore some of the key cybersecurity trends parents should be aware of, and provide tips on how to safeguard their children's online activities.

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Newsletter: PetPal launches PH’s first all-in-one pet care super app

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In yet another industry-first, 917Ventures’ PetPal, a front-runner in pet care in Southeast Asia, has unveiled their all-in-one pet care super app. The platform serves as a mobile version of their comprehensive pet care solution. 

Newsletter: NUMBER_I'S "GOAT," WHICH SURPASSED 10 MILLION VIEWS ON ITS MUSIC VIDEO WITHIN THREE DAYS OF RELEASE, IS SET FOR A CD RELEASE ON MARCH 6th, 2024 (WEDNESDAY) JST

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The CD release date for Number_i's 1st single "GOAT" has been set for March 6th (Wednesday) JST, with reservations starting from January 16th (Tuesday) at noon, exclusively at the TOBE OFFICIAL STORE.

Newsletter: Elijah Canlas, TONEEJAY to join SCRUBB: Live In Manila

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Prolific actor-rapper Elijah Canlas and chart-topping singer-songwriter TONEEJAY will be joining SCRUBB: Live in Manila on February 10, 2024, at the 123 Block in Mandaluyong City, from 6 p.m. onwards.