Author: Team Orange

AS Watson, the world’s largest international health and beauty retailer, celebrates its 185th anniversary – a journey from Hong Kong’s first western pharmacy to a global retail leader. This milestone also marks a major achievement in its “Give a Smile” campaign with Operation Smile: surpassing its goal of 10,000 free surgeries for children with cleft conditions ahead of schedule. AS Watson now sets a new target – 15,000 surgeries by 2030 – reaffirming its commitment to brighter futures for our next generation. A Legacy of Care and Purpose Reflecting on this journey, Dr Malina Ngai, Group CEO of AS Watson,…

Ginebra San Miguel, the world’s largest-selling gin, once again raises the bar in brand storytelling with its newest campaign, “Tatak ng Tapang, Tatak Ginebra,” a powerful evolution of its long-standing celebration of Filipino courage. This time, the spotlight is on real people—four personalities whose strength is etched not in fiction, but in the very scars they carry on their bodies. According to Sales and Marketing Manager Allan Mercado, the campaign, which was launched digitally on December 31 to usher in the new year, marks a meaningful shift. “This is different from the past. We are honoring actual people—ordinary individuals whose…

Starting the year with a total bang! Leading global AI smart devices provider HONOR Philippines unveils its most explosive release yet—the HONOR X9d 5G. Positioned as the toughest mid-range smartphone of the year, the latest addition to the X Series is built to withstand extreme challenges while delivering powerful everyday performance. Since the launch of the X9 Series in the Philippines in 2023, HONOR has built a reputation as an innovative technology brand known for putting smartphone durability to the ultimate test. From the debut of the HONOR X9a 5G—famously dropped under five feet and featured in viral smash tests—the ultra-tough HONOR X9b 5G, which endured an intense…

NYMA President and Asia’s Romantic Balladeer Christian Bautista and NYMA Chief Operating Officer Kat Bautista have recently won back-to-back awards for their content and leadership, cementing the couple as emerging leaders in the creative industry and the Filipino creator economy. Christian recently won a Silver W3 Award in the Social Content Series—Fashion & Beauty category for his Christian Bautista’s Matching Outfits series, a series of online videos where he “accidentally on purpose” matches his wife Kat’s outfits. The series, which has garnered millions of views on Instagram and TikTok, won the public over thanks to its lighthearted tone, nods to…

To honor the invaluable support from design communities across the country, DTI-Design Center of the Philippines hosted its first Design Week Philippines Partners’ Salo-Salo at Yuchengco Museum in Makati City last December 16, 2025. The event celebrated the collective efforts that made DWP 2025 a success, while also opening conversations that will help shape a more intentional and inclusive future for design festivals in the country. Design Center Executive Director Rhea Matute, Deputy Executive Director Lucky Lopez joined partners in this milestone even.

Eastwood City welcomed 2026 in spectacular style as thousands of guests gathered at the revitalized Eastwood Mall Open Park for the country’s longest-running New Year Countdown celebration—culminating in the Dazzling Star Drop and an extended grand fireworks display that lit up the skyline at the stroke of midnight. Headlined by Rico Blanco, Klarisse, and Maki, the highly anticipated countdown delivered a night of electrifying performances that built up to the township’s signature finale, transforming Eastwood City into a radiant spectacle as the New Year began. Rico Blanco delivered a defining performance that showcased his genre-blending artistry and enduring influence…

The Visit Malaysia 2026 (VM2026) campaign officially begins with a send-off ceremony for Malaysia Airlines passengers flight MH807 on the Manila-Kuala Lumpur route, coordinated by the Embassy of Malaysia Manila through its Tourism Malaysia Office in collaboration with Malaysia Airlines. His Excellency Dato’ Abdul Malik Melvin Castelino, the ambassador of Malaysia to the Republic of the Philippines, attended the ceremony at Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) Terminal 1 alongside Mr. Mohd Faizal Sharip, the Tourism Attaché, Mr. Nor Jufri Nizar Edrus, the Deputy Chief of Mission and Ms. Diana Cher Lacsamana Batica, the Sales Manager of Malaysia Airlines. The…

realme returned to Campus Playfest powered by Collegiate Center for Esports for the second time, as the official smartphone partner, bringing a fresh round of exciting activities and special moments at the SM Mall of Asia Music Hall to the country’s biggest year-end celebration in esports. During the event, guests Sharlene San Pedro and Doc Z visited the realme experiential booth, where the Squad enjoyed interactive games and grand raffle prizes, such as the realme Buds T310 and the realme C85 5G smartphone. Both creators also joined the realme Squad Match, a best-of-three exhibition Call of Duty: Mobile Showmatch powered…

Kenny Rogers Roasters begins 2026 with a stronger focus on encouraging guests to eat healthy so they can feel better every day. The brand expands its Healthy Plates lineup to offer nutritious choices that remain comforting and delicious. The original four plates — the Classic Healthy Plate, High Fiber Meal, High Protein Meal, and Low Calorie Meal — were developed to help customers meet their daily nutrition needs while still enjoying the flavors they love. Beginning January 1, three new plates join the lineup so guests can enjoy these new additions alongside the brand’s trusted favorites, all certified by SGS…

Araneta City welcomes 18 Jade, the latest dining concept at World Kitchens, where authentic Chinese cuisine is presented with a refined and thoughtful approach–meant not only to be tasted, but enjoyed as a complete dining experience. The newest show kitchen at Gateway Mall 2’s growing dining destination reflects its culinary philosophy, both in name and in menu. In Chinese culture, the number 18 is associated with prosperity and good fortune, while jade is valued for its beauty, purity, and lasting worth. These ideas guide the show kitchen led by Chef Zhouping Liang, whose cooking balances deep respect for tradition with…

Okada Manila, the Forbes 5-star integrated resort, welcomed 2026 with one of its most spectacular New Year’s Eve celebrations as they brought together music, entertainment, dining, and dazzling fireworks throughout the entire property. Headlined by its New Year’s Eve campaign, “Step Right Up to 2026: New Year’s Eve Countdown,” the celebration delivered an extraordinary night for guests, drawing thousands of people across various celebrations at Cove Manila, The Fountain, The Garden, and The Coral Lounge. At Cove Manila, one of Asia’s most versatile indoor venues, Okada Manila staged its biggest concert of the year, making it one of the…