Newsletter: Frank Ely’s takes listeners to a slow dance with “Maisayaw”

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The track will also be released in a “playable” vinyl postcard format—a first in the Philippines

Filipino singer-songwriter Frank Ely lives up to his potential as one of the country’s promising new greats with the release of his new single “Maisayaw”—out now via Evosound Philippines.

Newsletter: Liana Castillo gives a GenZ twist to the classic hit “Umaambisyon”

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Sparkle artist Liana Castillo brings a fresh and upbeat twist to the classic song "Umaambisyon." Originally popularized by her fellow Kapuso singer Yasmien Kurdi, Liana’s version transforms the track into a fun and catchy anthem about a guy trying to win a girl’s attention. 

Newsletter: Grammy-winning global superstar Tyla adds to her historic debut album campaign

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With a GRAMMY and two Billboard records under her belt, Tyla adds to the magic of her debut album before returning to the stage and studio with three brand new tracks on the deluxe edition of her debut album, TYLA, and a victorious run through awards season, including three BET + VMA wins

Newsletter: ‘Going green’: MSMEs commit to go plastic-free, ties up with Greenpeace and DTI-NCR

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"Small businesses are doing their part in decreasing reliance on single-use plastics, and are proving that it is possible,” said Marian Ledesma, Zero Waste Campaigner for Greenpeace Philippines. “There’s no excuse for major corporations not to follow suit.”

Newsletter: The Kid LAROI shares new single & music video, Aperol Spritz

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Continuing a prolific creative season, GRAMMY® nominated, multi-platinum chart-topping global superstar The Kid LAROI serves up an intoxicating and irresistible new single and music video entitled “APEROL SPRITZ.”

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.