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16 November 2024

Newsletter: Save Philippine Seas and UP Diliman College of Science Host 2-Day Workshop on Science Communication

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By: Eunice Jean Patron

Participants and organizers take a photo in front of the UPD-CS Admin Building. (Photo credit: SPS)

Selected students and researchers from the University of the Philippines – Diliman (UPD) participated in the Commservation Workshop, a two-day event focused on the basics of science communication and conservation. The workshop was organized by the UPD College of Science (UPD-CS) in collaboration with the non-profit organization Save Philippine Seas (SPS) and took place on October 12 and 14.

Newsletter: Win a Mirage G4 at the realme With You Grand Sale

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The annual realme With You campaign officially returns this year via livestream launch on the realme official Facebook page. The multifaceted holiday campaign has thrilled the Squad as realme announced exciting prizes and activities to enjoy and look forward to this gift-giving season.

15 November 2024

Paper Satellites release newest EP 'Onodera'

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Indie pop act Paper Satellites just released its first record in two years, and it featured all-Filipino tracks as part of their collaboration with BABYBLUE.

Newsletter: FEU CHORALE'S Dalawang Dekada Concert set on Nov. 16

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The Far Eastern University (FEU) Chorale, celebrates the 20th Anniversary of its revival with a concert series entitled “Dalawang Dekada: 20 Years in Harmony,” which will also introduce its new Artistic Director, Mr. Roijin G. Suarez.

Newsletter: Coach Chot Challenge: The Ultimate “Daily Fantasy” Showdown to Crown the Best Basketball Coach

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11/16 Watch Coach Chot Challenge at SM Southmall

Get ready to rumble. The Filipino fantasy game “Daily Fantasy” invites two famous coaches to compete in the coach skills on 11/16 at 1:00 PM at SM Southmall events hall. It’s a real-time game in which TNT Coach Chot Reyes and UBTG Coach Justin will select players from the UBTG (United By The Game) to create their fantasy team and lead their team to victory. The thrilling event is open to anyone interested in basketball, and it is free with gifts.

14 November 2024

Newsletter: Ben&Ben unveil first-ever “animation-concert” hybrid

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Filipino band Ben&Ben are set to redefine the live concert experience with an audio-visual extravaganza that seamlessly blends animation, film, and music performances into one immersive package. Their upcoming arena show, scheduled for December 14, 2024, at SM Mall of Asia Arena, promises to be a groundbreaking event in the local music scene.

Newsletter: BRIGHT, The multi-talented Thai megastar releases his emotionally charged new single and official music video, “Long Showers,” via 88rising. Music video features Filipina actress Liza Soberano!

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BRIGHT — the multi-talented Thai actor, singer, and entrepreneur— makes his debut on 88rising with the release of his single and music video, “Long Showers.” This hauntingly beautiful track delves into the emotional turmoil of moving on from a past relationship. The accompanying music video, starring BRIGHT and famous Filipino actress Liza Soberano, directed by Mamesjao, immerses audiences in a powerful narrative of heartache and resilience, metaphorically like taking a refreshing shower. It captures the battle of drowning out lingering memories and emotions that only grow stronger in solitude. BRIGHT premiered “Long Showers” earlier this year during an unforgettable live performance at Japan’s prestigious NHK Music Expo in Tokyo. 

Newsletter: Denise Julia strikes new ground with charismatic EP, Sweet Nothings (Chapter 2)

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The 9-track record also features collaborations with Filipina R&B star DENȲ, Vietnamese-American star thuy, and R&B King of the Philippines Jay R


Denise Julia asserts her position as one of the most important voices in Filipino R&B with the release of her new EP, Sweet Nothings (Chapter 2), exclusively distributed by Sony Music Entertainment.
The 9-track release brings a new level of sophistication to her songcraft, touching on the familiar themes of her 2023 EP, while navigating wisdom and emotional honesty that go beyond her years.

13 November 2024

Newsletter: PLDT, Smart Kids Learning Caravan empower Visayas vs OSAEC

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April Anne Correa, Project Coordinator of Save the Children Philippines, expounds on Republic Act No. 11930, or the Anti-Online Sexual Abuse or Exploitation of Children and Anti-Children Sexual Abuse or Exploitation Materials Act, during the second run of PLDT and Smart’s “Better Today For Kids: Bata, Bata, Kami ang Iyong Kasangga” learning caravan at the Municipality of Daanbantayan in northern Cebu.

PLDT Inc. and its wireless unit Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) bolster their child online protection initiatives in Visayas by conducting the “Better Today for Kids: Bata, Bata Kami ang Iyong Kasangga” learning caravan, in the municipalities of Daanbantayan in Cebu and Miagao in Iloilo.

Newsletter: XG Highly anticipated second mini album, AWE, is Out Now!

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Hip-hop/R&B girl group XG finally releases their highly anticipated second mini album, AWE, along with the powerful new music video for the lead track, “HOWLING”. Nearly a year since their groundbreaking debut with NEW DNA, XG returns with a collection that centers around the theme of "awe"—the intense mix of fear and curiosity experienced when encountering the unknown.

Newsletter: Automation in cybersecurity: salvation for companies or loophole for cybercriminals

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Cybersecurity providers are primarily research centers facing with threats and developing technologies for their detection and prevention. They constantly strive to offer the most effective and reliable threat management mechanisms. As the development of any cybersecurity solution is a resource investment and the nature of threats constantly changes, we see that attacks become more complex under the influence of technological advancements in threat management. This is leading us to a new wave of technological advancements in protective solutions.

12 November 2024

Newsletter: Meet the Leaders Newly Recognized as UNAWA Co-Founders

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UNAWA, a pioneering legal and digital compliance technology leader, is proud to formally recognize the foundational contributions of three key leaders, now co-founders. Chief Operations Officer Atty. Gino Jacinto, Chief Technology Officer Vernier "Vher" Agbay, and HR Director Melissa "Sally" Dimalanta have been instrumental to UNAWA's growth since its inception, each driving innovation, developing compliance solutions, and fostering a collaborative company culture.

Newsletter: BRGR rises to new level of prominence with music video of the official debut single “SNOWFLAKES”

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The future smash also features O SIDE MAFIA’s Gee Exclsv


Filipino hip-hop producer BRGR is ready to step into the limelight with his own headlining project. 
The chart-topping beatsmith behind the breakout collaborations “Get Low” and “Kunan Mong Pic,” marks his official debut as a solo artist with the release of his new single “SNOWFLAKES,” featuring O SIDE MAFIA’s Gee Exclsv.

The release of “SNO

Newsletter: Tutti Trombone All Set on November 18 at FEU Auditorium

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Tutti Trombone: A Collaborative Concert featuring the Thomasian Trombone Choir and the FEU Drum and Bugle Corps with the special participation of Thanapoom Sriwiset, Thailand Philharmonic Orchestra Assistant Principal Trombone, Ethan Santos, New Orleans-based Performer, Educator, Arranger and Band Leader, and Koowie Relevo, FEU DBC's Assistant Artistic Director, IABF Class of 2017



Following previous Tutti concerts in the past, (Flutti, Guitarri, Celli and Harpi) the FEU Center for the Arts proudly presents "Tutti Trombone: A Collaborative Concert featuring the Thomasian Trombone Choir and the FEU Drum and Bugle Corps with the special participation of Thanapoom Sriwiset, Thailand Philharmonic Orchestra Assistant Principal Trombone, Ethan Santos, New Orleans-based Performer, Educator, Arranger and Band Leader, and Koowie Relevo, FEU DBC's Assistant Artistic Director, IABF Class of 2017” at 6:00 PM on November 18, 2024 at the historic FEU Auditorium, currently celebrating its 75th anniversary.

11 November 2024

Newsletter: TAYLOR SWIFT IS THE BIGGEST WINNER AT 2024 MTV EMAs

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2024 MTV EMAs IS A NIGHT TO REMEMBER IN MANCHESTER

TAYLOR SWIFT IS THE BIGGEST WINNER OF THE NIGHT,
CLOSELY FOLLOWED BY TYLA

BINI NAMED “BEST ASIA ACT,” JIMIN WINS “BEST K-POP,” 

LE SSERAFIM WINS “BEST PUSH” AND LISA WINS FOR “BIGGEST FANS” AS WELL AS “BEST COLLABORATION” TOGETHER WITH ROSALIA 


Taylor Swift topped the winners list at the 2024 MTV EMAs, scoring trophies across “Best Video” with Fortnight (feat. Post Malone), plus “Best Artist,” “Best Live,” and “Best US Act.” Closely following was MTV EMAs newcomer Tyla, who scooped her first ever MTV EMAs for “Best Afrobeats,” “Best R&B” and “Best African Act.”