Newsletter: Lil Nas X teams up with League Of Legends for Worlds Championship anthem STAR WALKIN’

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Fresh off back-to-back sold out shows at NYC’s Radio City Music Hall, multiplatinum recording artist and the new President of League of Legends, Lil Nas X, has joined forces with LoL Esports to unveil his new single and this year’s highly-anticipated Worlds Championship anthem, “STAR WALKIN’ (League of Legends Worlds Anthem).”

Newsletter: CENTRAL BEACH BAZAAR OPENS ON 15 SEPTEMBER PIONEERING A DAY-TO-NIGHT CARNIVAL BEACH EXPERIENCE ON SENTOSA

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Discover bright colours and bold patterns of the Memphis-style at Central Beach Bazaar

Mount Faber Leisure Group (MFLG) opens Central Beach Bazaar, a unique day-to-night carnival beach experience of immersive new sights, scents and sounds at the heart of Sentosa’s beaches. Soft opened yesterday, visitors can enjoy nearly all of the attractions within the new entertainment and dining destination. 

Newsletter: PLAN B tackles the importance of chasing one’s dreams in “Balang Araw” music video

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Filipino group PLAN B puts a fun and delightful take on hip-hop with the release of their new single “Balang Araw.”

Newsletter: PLDT, Smart strengthen cybersecurity, promote ‘digiskarte’ among MSMEs

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PLDT and its wireless unit Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) recently facilitated a virtual learning session on cybersecurity among Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) and cooperatives in partnership with Aboitiz Foundation and the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), in celebration of National Cybersecurity Awareness Month this September.

Newsletter: STEVE AOKI RELEASES NEW ALBUM HiROQUEST: GENESIS

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2x-Grammy-nominated artist and producer Steve Aoki releases his new full-length album HiROQUEST: Genesis, featuring collaborations from Taking Back Sunday, Kane Brown, PnB Rock, Georgia Ku, Bryce Vine, Santa Fe Klan, Lil Xan, Goody Grace, and more. In celebration of release day, Aoki shares a new single “Movie Star” featuring MOD SUN and Global Dan, equipped with a high-energy music video that finds the trio transforming a mundane afternoon at a SoCal high school into an impromptu dance party. The visual is a juxtaposition to the lyrics which pull the curtain back on life in the limelight, where people often only see the celebrity life "like a movie star," not knowing all of the challenges and hard work that it takes to reach such a level of success. "Movie Star" made its broadcast premiere on MTV Live and mtvU.

Newsletter: Kenshi Yonezu joins Chainsaw Man soundtrack with opening theme song “KICK BACK”

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Sony Music recently announced that multiplatinum J-Pop singer-songwriter and producer KENSHI YONEZU’s new release “KICK BACK” will serve as the opening theme song to the much-awaited new anime series CHAINSAW MAN. The track features arrangements composed in collaboration with Daiki Tsuneta of King Gnu, one of the most famous and best-selling Japanese bands, and includes samples from J-pop girl group Morning Musume’s single “Souda! We’re Alive.”

Newsletter: Balut vendor, weaver from La Union find hope through Bikes for Livelihood

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Last August 7, Donate A Bike, Save A Job Founder Gretchen Ho, together with the Provincial Government of La Union, PLDT, Smart, and the PLDT-Smart Foundation, turn over bicycles to some residents from La Union.

With one Facebook post, residents of La Union saw a glimpse of hope in the form of bicycles. Sangguniang Panlalawigan Board Member Joy Ortega and Donate A Bike, Save A Job Founder Gretchen Ho partnered with PLDT, Smart, and PLDT-Smart Foundation to bring ‘joyful’ bikes to La Union. 

Newsletter: MBNEL RELEASES “FADEAWAY”

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The Filipino-American rap artist MBNel has recently released his brand-new single “Fadeaway” via US label EMPIRE (Tyga, Fireboy DML, Tink, Jake Miller, Amber Liu,  Alextbh, Afgan)

Newsletter: Filipino alt-rock visionary Rico Blanco releases stirring synth-pop track “Palibot libot”

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Rico Blanco reflects on the uncertainty that thrives between friendship and relationship in his new single “Palibot libot,” out today via Sony Music Entertainment.

Newsletter: Power Mac Center’s ‘Portraits’ fete eco-conservation, Filipino drag culture

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CELEBRATING IDENTITY, INDIVIDUALITY, AND CREATIVITY. Naia, Precious, and Pura Luka Vega use drag as an avenue to tell their stories and an artistic expression of their statements on issues that matter, especially to the LGBTQIA+ community. Shot on iPhone by Cru Camara.

Apple Premium Reseller Power Mac Center (PMC) is no stranger to celebrating communities with unique stories waiting to be shared. This was the inspiration for “Portraits,” a special visual storytelling series created in collaboration with Filipino photographers showcasing the camera prowess of the iPhone. 

Newsletter: Malware that steals credentials and credit card details abuses the biggest new games

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In the first half of 2022, Kaspersky researchers detected increased activity of cybercriminals abusing gamers. The number of users attacked by malicious software, which gathers sensitive data and spreads under the guise of some of the most popular gaming titles, has increased by 13% compared to the first half of 2021. 

Newsletter: Smart boosts 7-Eleven’s Run 2022

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Runners are once again invited to get ready to dash at 7-Eleven’s Run 2022, powered by PLDT’s wireless unit Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart). 

Newsletter: JACKSON WANG SOPHOMORE ALBUM MAGIC MAN OUT NOW

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Singer, performer and producer Jackson Wang’s sophomore album MAGIC MAN is out today September 9th via TEAM WANG records/88rising Records/Warner Records/RYCE MUSIC GROUP. The album features 10 tracks including the newly released “Blue” and previously released “Blow” and “Cruel,” both of which were described as having “a dark and plodding swagger” by People.

Newsletter: Alex Bruce showcases her versatility as a singer-rapper on R&B-leaning single “Ayoko Pa”

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Alex Bruce flexes her versatility in “Ayoko Pa,” a top-tier R&B jam produced by frequent collaborator Cursebox.

Newsletter: P-Pop kings SB19 cement their status as an emerging global powerhouse with disco-pop anthem “WYAT”

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Filipino five-member boyband SB19 reaches even greater heights as their new single “WYAT” continues to gain foothold in the Philippines and abroad.

Newsletter: Government, private sector commit to partner for truth, innovation, and progress at PR Con

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Leading public and private sector leaders have actively pledged to anchor their respective communication efforts on truth, innovation, and progress amid a reopening economy at the successfully concluded “The Tipping Point,” the 2022 National Public Relations Congress last September 1 and 2 at The Peninsula Manila, Makati City.

Newsletter: NICKELBACK ANNOUNCE NEW ALBUM GET ROLLIN’ TO BE RELEASED VIA BMG ON NOVEMBER 18TH

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Diamond certified multi-platinum selling Canadian rock band Nickelback officially announced their highly anticipated new album Get Rollin’, releasing November 18th via BMG. Led by brand new single “San Quentin,” which is available today, Nickelback’s newest body of work will be their 10th studio album and first release in five years. Anchored by a heart thumping beat, “San Quentin” is an edgy, rock adventure, teasing the diverse range of sounds and songs to come on Get Rollin’. 

Newsletter: PLDT, Smart back the return of Cebu's "Pasigarbo sa Sugbo"

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The Philippines’ leading integrated telco company PLDT Inc. and its wireless subsidiary Smart Communications Inc. (Smart) extended full support for the in-person return of the Province of Cebu’s “Pasigarbo sa Sugbo” last August 28, 2022.

Newsletter: You’ve Got Spam Mail: APAC accounts for a quarter of global malicious emails in 2022

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Spam mails have evolved since the first one was sent back in 1978. Its evolutions span from the techniques, tactics, and the latest trends cybercriminals piggyback on to make it more legitimate-looking and urgent-sounding – an effective formula to prey upon an unsuspecting user.

One of Kaspersky’s elite researchers, Noushin Shabab, probed into the spam threat landscape in Asia Pacific (APAC) this year to answer – what if emails do not get opened?

Pelikulove's Shout Out Festival is on this September!

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Shout Out Fest, the first-ever and unique multi-arts online festival by Pelikulove, is set to take place this September with help from the National Commission on Culture and the Arts.

Newsletter: Here's How You Can Protect Yourself from Phishing Attacks

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Whenever you receive an SMS, chat message, or email from an unknown sender, be on guard. Protect yourself from phishing, smishing, and vishing scams and keep your personal details and your money safe. In case you’re not familiar with these scams, here are some important things to know so you won’t fall victim. 

Newsletter: Acclaimed singer-songwriter Bea Lorenzo and ex-boyfriend Paolo Benjamin star in the music video of Ben&Ben’s “The Ones We Once Loved”

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Ex-lovers Bea Lorenzo and Paolo Benjamin star as a couple enduring the harrowing process of a breakup in the music video of Ben&Ben’s international single “The Ones We Once Loved.”

Newsletter: WORLD OF WARSHIPS: LEGENDS SETS SAIL FOR MOBILE PLATFORMS IN PHILIPPINES

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Wargaming, publisher and developer of the naval multiplayer free-to-play game World of Warships, is launching World of Warships: Legends for Android and iOS in Philippines and Canada, where players will be able to experience the full spectrum of naval exploits available in the console game, using their smartphones and tablets.

Newsletter: ASEAN Music Showcase Festival 2022 goes full throttle with artist-centric activities & events at first in-person showcase since the pandemic

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ASEAN Music Showcase Festival takes its showcase and artist and business networking activities in-person in Singapore

ASEAN Music Showcase Festival (AMS) is not only taking its first in-person showcase in Singapore this weekend (September 10-11) but will also be hosting several artist-centric activities that aim to personalize their experience in industry outreach but also optimize opportunities to connect with AMS’ international delegates that boast a wide variety of expertise and backgrounds in the music industry around the world.

Newsletter: TOVE LO REVEALS OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO FOR ‘2 DIE 4’

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Multi-platinum selling, GRAMMY® Award nominated artist Tove Lo is back today with the official music video for ‘2 Die 4’, the latest single off her highly anticipated fifth studio album DIRT FEMME, out October 14th via Pretty Swede Records/mtheory.

Newsletter: STEVE AOKI DROPS FIERY SUMMER ANTHEM “ULTIMATE” WITH SANTA FE KLAN FEATURING SNOW THA PRODUCT

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Two-time Grammy-nominated producer and globally renowned artist, Steve Aoki, unites with one of the most exciting artists in the Mexican urban music scene, Santa Fe Klan, and featuring top-charting Mexican artist and rapper, Snow Tha Product, for the release of his latest song, “Ultimate,” via Aoki’s Dim Mak En Fuego. The song and its official music video are available to stream on all digital platforms today. 

Newsletter: MINAMAHAL KITA: THE ART OF FILIPINO LOVE SONGS (A TRIBUTE TO THE 2022 NATIONAL ARTISTS) ALL SET ON SEPT. 15

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A crossover artist generally refers to an artist who has had substantial success in multiple genres of music. It’s been used particularly to refer to a handful who have marketed themselves as performers

of the classical and pop repertoire. 

Newsletter: Fight for the fate of the Multiverse in Dominaria United

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Return to the plane where it all began for the first chapter of Magic: The Gathering’s new multi-set saga

Wizards of the Coast will be releasing Dominaria United, the latest set for the world’s best trading card game, Magic: The Gathering (MTG), for tabletop on 9 September. The first of a multi-set storyline taking place within Magic’s original plane, Dominaria, the new set foreshadows a climactic showdown of heroes and villains in a world on the brink of invasion. The set, coinciding with the launch of MTG’s 30th Anniversary celebration, contains 281 cards.

Newsletter: P-Pop phenom SB19 cuts across generations with new single “WYAT [Where You At]”

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The release of the disco-pop track comes with captivating visuals that explore themes of time travel and connection

P-Pop Kings SB19 arrive in triumphant style with the release of their highly anticipated single, “WYAT [Where You At].” Produced by SB19’s very own Pablo and his real-life brother Josue, the catchy new track delivers another show-stopping moment that cuts across boundaries and generations. 

Newsletter: Kaspersky unmasks active malicious campaigns targeting Android and iOS users in APAC

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Global cybersecurity company shares how to secure smartphones from “Anubis” mobile Trojan and the infamous “Roaming Mantis” campaign

Suguru Ishimaru, Senior Malware Researcher for Global Research and Analysis Team (GReAT) at Kaspersky

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With the continued uptick in the adoption of mobile banking in Asia Pacific (APAC), global cybersecurity company Kaspersky warns of more attacks against Android and iOS devices. Particularly, active monitoring shows the notorious Anubis Trojan now delivers a combination of mobile banking Trojan with ransomware functionalities to its target smartphones.