Newsletter: Epik High, BÉBE YANA, Kid Milli, Changmo, and more Korean hip-hop and R&B acts to perform at NEVAEVA! FESTIVAL

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Tickets are available now on Traveloka

Some of the biggest Korean hip-hop and R&B acts will be performing together in Jakarta next month at the first-ever NEVAEVA! FESTIVAL.

Newsletter: YOJIRO NODA RELEASES “STRESS ME” MUSIC VIDEO FROM HIS DEBUT SOLO ALBUM ‘WONDER BOY'S AKUMU CLUB’

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Yojiro Noda, frontman for the much acclaimed Japanese rock band RADWIMPS, is excited to reveal the music video of “STRESS ME” from his first solo album 'WONDER BOY’S AKUMU CLUB'.

Newsletter: PLDT, Smart, FHMoms upskill moms in need with digital skills

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PLDT and its wireless unit Smart, in partnership with social enterprise Filipina Homebased Moms (FHMoms), have concluded the fourth batch of their digital upskilling program for mothers in need, under the Group’s pioneering Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Advocacy through Technology (IDEATe) initiative. The program aims to equip these women with the necessary digital skills to secure remote tech jobs and improve their livelihoods.

Newsletter: Alsons Power: Energizing Mindanao's Path to Growth and Development

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“Alsons Power is helping unlock the vast potential of Mindanao, fueling communities, and driving sustainable economic growth while prioritizing environmental stewardship,” said Antonio Miguel “Anton” Alcantara, CEO of Alsons Power, at the 33rd Mindanao Business Conference (MinBizCon). The event, held at the KCC Convention Center in General Santos City, brought together key leaders to discuss the future of the region’s economy.

As the power business unit of the Alcantara Group—a Mindanao-focused enterprise with significant investments in energy, agriculture, and real estate—Alsons Power plays a crucial role in supporting the region’s rapid development.

Newsletter: Phum Viphurit Goes Deeper into the World of Paul Vibhavadi in “Balter Baby”

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After surprising fans with his story-driven conceptual single “The Other Side”, Bangkok-born singer-songwriter Phum Viphurit goes even deeper into the world of his alter ego Paul Vibhavadi on “Balter Baby”, the second single from his upcoming EP PAUL VIBHAVADI VOL. 1. Released to streaming platforms on October 9, 2024, this dance-oriented piece is Phum’s first instrumental-only track that showcases another side of his musical tastes and capabilities. An animated music video for “Balter Baby” by Shea Oracheski and James Bedggood based on Phum’s concept will also debut on the official Phum Viphurit YouTube channel.

Newsletter: BLKNEST Theatrebox & TAMBAYAN SA GAMMA present “ANG SUGO AT MAY SALA” on November 3!

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BLKNEST’S Thought-provoking one-act play, “ANG SUGO AT MAY SALA” takes center stage at Tambayan sa Gamma this Nov. 3. Featuring the haunting psychological drama that promises an unforgettable theatrical experience.

Newsletter: Cybercriminals using “Joker: Folie à Deux” release to scam fans, finds

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Kaspersky has uncovered cybercriminals exploiting the hype surrounding “Joker: Folie à Deux” ahead of its worldwide cinema premiere for online phishing scams. Fans eager to watch the new movie online are at risk of being duped into giving away their sensitive data and money.

Newsletter: Kaspersky uncovers scam M4 MacBook Pro offers following influencer review of unreleased model

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As Russian content creator recently posted a video review of an unreleased MacBook Pro model featuring the new M4 chip, it quickly created a buzz across the media and tech communities. Meanwhile, Kaspersky experts have noticed a surge in scamming activity, with fraudsters exploiting the hype by offering fake pre-sales and product testing programs of the unreleased laptop, aiming to steal victims' money and personal data.

Newsletter: Pangalay at Maskara on October 28, 2024 at FEU Auditorium

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The AlunAlun Dance Circle’s (ADC) PANGALAY AT MASKARA returns to the historic Far Eastern University Auditorium on October 28, 2024, at 4:00 PM. 

Newsletter: Ateneo researchers urge regulation of flavored tobacco products

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The Tobacco Control and Governance team of the Ateneo Policy Center recently published a paper entitled “An analysis of flavor descriptors on tobacco products in the Philippines: Regulatory implications and lessons for low- and middle-income countries” in the peer-reviewed journal Globalization and Health.

Tobacco products with flavor descriptors. PHOTO CREDIT: Ateneo Policy Center

Historically, tobacco companies have used flavoring agents to enhance the appeal of tobacco consumption, encourage initiation and experimentation of tobacco use, and sustain tobacco use. However, the Philippines currently does not regulate flavored tobacco products, despite the increasing market shares of flavored tobacco products and novel technologies such as crushable capsules.

Newsletter: Transforming Filipino Kitchens with Bosch Home Appliances

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Bosch Home Appliances and Häfele Philippines Inc. came together for an exciting two-day event that captivated homeowners, designers, and cooking enthusiasts, showcasing the latest innovations that are transforming Filipino kitchens. Held on September 28-29, 2024, at the Bonifacio High Street Amphitheater in BGC, the event highlighted Bosch's cutting-edge kitchen solutions, offering modern design and enhanced functionality.

Newsletter: Just Like A Splendid Love Song: Linya-Linya and Orange & Lemons Collaborate for 25th Anniversary Concert

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Iconic Filipino brands join forces to celebrate music and arts

Filipino clothing brand and content creator Linya-Linya is proud to announce a special collaboration with the legendary Filipino rock band Orange & Lemons for their highly anticipated 25th Anniversary concert, NOW AND THEN: Orange & Lemons 25th Anniversary Concert. The event will be held on October 18, 2024, at 8:00 PM, at the Metrotent Convention Center, Pasig City.

Newsletter: The Bloomfields mark 20th year with the release of psychedelic new single “Get Up”

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The track is written by band members Rocky Collado and Lakan Hila

Ahead of their highly anticipated 20th anniversary show this month, The Bloomfields have dropped “Get Up,” a new single that the band originally wrote in 2019.

Newsletter: Barbie Almalbis tackles her bouts with mental health on “Happy Sad”

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The song serves as the third single off her upcoming fifth album, to be released at the end of the year

Photo by Nina Sandejas

Barbie Almalbis continues to confront her inner struggles by releasing another song that openly addresses them in a musical way, following the release of her previous songs "Desperate Hours" and "Homeostasis."

Newsletter: Documentary on UP Marine Science Institute’s work on plastics wins at Bantog Awards

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By: Eunice Jean Patron

MSI researchers are collecting sediment samples from coastal areas, which will be analyzed in their laboratory to detect the presence of microplastic particles. (Photo credit: Microbial Oceanography Laboratory)

A documentary featuring projects of the University of the Philippines – Diliman College of Science’s Marine Science Institute (UPD-CS MSI) received the Best Science and Technology Investigative Story (Audio-Visual) trophy at the Department of Science and Technology’s 2024 Bantog Awards for Science Communication.