Reader Advisory

Some articles posted in The SlickMaster's Files may contain themes, languages, and content which may neither appropriate nor appealing to certain readers. READER DISCRETION is advised.

28 October 2024

Newsletter: Banksy's “Girl With Balloon” And Rare Items To Go Under The Hammer at Julien’s Auctions

[THIS IS A PRESS RELEASE]


Julien’s Auctions, the industry-leading entertainment auction house, announced “Under Duress: The Banksy Archive of Steve Lazarides Auction,” a rare historic opportunity to own an unparalleled collection of over 150 of Banksy’s most iconic works, early career sketches, notes, and personal artifacts. The collection is owned by Steve Lazarides, who worked with Banksy for 11 years, starting in 1997 as his photographer, later agent, strategist, and even minder, who accompanied Banksy in creating many iconic pieces. The sale will occur this Halloween, October 31st, 2024, in a live and online auction at Julien’s Auctions.

27 October 2024

Newsletter: Sigma Launches Exciting New Lenses in the Philippines: 28-45mm F1.8 DG DN Art, 28-105mm F2.8 DG DN Art, 10-18mm F2.8 DC DN Contemporary, and 18-50mm F2.8 DC DN Contemporary

[THIS IS A PRESS RELEASE]


Sigma Corporation, a global leader in optical innovation, proudly announced the launch of four new lens models at a special event held at Studio J 2.0 in Sta. Mesa, Manila. The newly introduced lenses include the 28-45mm F1.8 DG DN Art, 28-105mm F2.8 DG DN Art, 10-18mm F2.8 DC DN Contemporary, and 18-50mm F2.8 DC DN Contemporary.

Newsletter: Clockenflap Reveals Full Lineup, Including Saturday Headliner Central Cee, BANKS, Serrini, The Black Skirts, and Wisp

[THIS IS A PRESS RELEASE]


Clockenflap, Hong Kong’s biggest international outdoor music and arts festival, today announced its full lineup for this year’s event, including the hotly anticipated Saturday headliner.

Newsletter: realme 13 Series 5G Officially Debuts in the Philippines

[THIS IS A PRESS RELEASE]

realme continues to push the boundaries and strengthens its position in the gaming scene with its latest release in the Number Series


realme Philippines has officially launched its latest smartphones designed to provide an unrivaled gameplay performance for users. The realme 13 Series 5G consists of the realme 13+ 5G and realme 13 5G, both positioned to get gamers a Limitless Speed to Victory.

26 October 2024

Newsletter: The Evolution of Media: Transformative Forces Shaping the Modern Media Landscape

[THIS IS A PRESS RELEASE]

The way media has changed over time is really impressive. Thanks to progress in technology changes in how people act and new ways of sharing content recent developments have transformed how we consume news and entertainment. Recognizing these changes is essential to staying relevant and influential in the current media scene.

Newsletter: James Reid expresses the joy of summer romance on “Mirasol”

[THIS IS A PRESS RELEASE]

The delightful pop track serves as the third single off his upcoming EP “jgh,” to be released next month


James Reid continues to earworm his way to pop ubiquity with the release of “Mirasol”—out today via Sony Music Entertainment. 

Newsletter: MBNel collabs with O Side Mafia for smokin’ new single Ashtray

[THIS IS A PRESS RELEASE]


Stream “ASHTRAY”- HERE
Watch “ASHTRAY” Music Video- HERE

Prolific Filipino-American rap prodigy MBNel sure is doing his part in showcasing the Philippines’ fast-ascending rap talent before a global audience. After shooting two hot singles (Ghost 2 and Just Like You) in Manila during his first visit to the country, he came back to our shores recently a second time for Ashtray, a smoking-hot single featuring powerhouse Filipino Hip-hop trio O SIDE MAFIA. 

25 October 2024

Newsletter: Single largest contribution to date: SMAC donates Php 14.93M to Globe’s Hapag Movement

[THIS IS A PRESS RELEASE]

Multi-year partnership contributes to uplifting Filipino lives

Unite for Hapag this World Food Day. Globe and SMAC celebrate their joint effort that raised Php 14.93M to be donated to the Hapag Movement. IN PHOTO (L-R): Hapag Movement mobilization partners David Y. Jo, Head of Partnerships, Communications and Reports, UN World Food Programme; Eduardo C. Jimenez, Vice Chairperson, World Vision Philippines; Jun N. Godornes, Director for Resource Development, World Vision Philippines; Cel R. Amores, Senior Director for Corporate Communications, Ayala Foundation; Yoly C. Crisanto, Chief Sustainability and Corporate Communications Officer, Globe; Kevin Y. Hartigan Go, Chief Operating Officer, SMAC; and Yaracel S. Macalindong, VP for Sales and Marketing, SMAC.

Reaffirming its commitment to addressing involuntary hunger, SMAC has donated Php 14.93 million to Globe’s Hapag Movement, marking a significant milestone in Globe’s drive to beat involuntary hunger and uplift communities across the country in time for World Food Day. 

Newsletter: Let's Get It Mga Prii! ChooxTV Announcer Pack Arrives in Honor of Kings

[THIS IS A PRESS RELEASE]


Starting October 17, Honor of Kings will be offering the highly anticipated ChooxTV Announcer Pack—completely FREE and PERMANENT for all players in the Philippines. Fans of the iconic Filipino streamer can now bring ChooxTV's signature energy and humor into their gameplay, turning every match into an entertaining experience.

Newsletter: Music 101 with pianist Dr. Raul Sunico set on Nov. 5

[THIS IS A PRESS RELEASE]


In celebration of the 75th anniversary of the FEU Auditorium, the FEU Center for the Arts proudly presents “Music 101: 600 Years of Music, an “informance” featuring Dr. Raul Sunico, a “world-renowned award-winning pianist” (Tatler Asia), who will give a lecture demonstration on music history from medieval to contemporary periods this November 5, 2024. 

24 October 2024

Newsletter: Evolution of Media

[THIS IS A PRESS RELEASE]

The way we talk to each other has changed throughout the years. It reminds us of an era when tales were shared through storytelling. These days it has progressed with the emergence of social media sites. The evolution of media has consistently adjusted to cater to the demands of society shaping culture and uniting people throughout history.

Newsletter: Kaspersky Threat Intelligence Portal now provides a new tailored real-time overview of the threat landscape

[THIS IS A PRESS RELEASE]

To provide businesses with an all-encompassing view of the threats targeting their organizations, Kaspersky added new Threat Landscape section to its Threat Intelligence Portal. Now customers can access the most comprehensive and up-to-date information regarding potential malicious actors, their techniques, tactics, procedures and malware to identify likely attack vectors and build a robust cybersecurity strategy.

Newsletter: Bookshelf PH launches online magazine Blankscape, a curated gallery for writers and artists

[THIS IS A PRESS RELEASE]

At an event held in SM Aura Book Nook, Bookshelf PH launched Blankscape an online digital magazine that gives writers and artists a platform to share their work with the world.

23 October 2024

Newsletter: Almost 10 million of stolen account records from the Middle East found on the dark web

[THIS IS A PRESS RELEASE]

Kaspersky’s Digital Footprint Intelligence (DFI) team has released a report during GITEX Global 2024, shedding light on the most pervasive cyberthreats facing organizations in the Middle East. Kaspersky experts delved deep into the dark web – exploring everything from cybercriminal forums to shadow marketplaces – to collect data from the first half of 2024, piecing together a comprehensive picture of the digital dangers lurking beneath the surface.

Newsletter: Phum Viphurit goes exploring on his adventurous new EP, Paul Vibhavadi Vol. 1

[THIS IS A PRESS RELEASE]

Stream the album here


Following the surprising singles “The Other Side” and “Balter Baby,” Phum Viphurit presents his adventurous new project Paul Vibhavadi Vol. 1 in its complete form. Released to streaming platforms on October 17, 2024, the Bangkok-born singer-songwriter takes his creativity and eccentricity to new heights via the four-song EP which tells the story of Paul Vibhavadi, the world’s fastest moving bilingual sloth who is on a quest to find inner peace.