Survey: 8/10 Philippine SMEs see digital technologies improving business performance

According to a new survey commissioned by leading printing solutions provider Epson, 86% of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the Philippines identified digital technology adoption as the way to improve business processes, especially customer experience. SMEs in the country shared this belief more than other respondents in the region, second only to Indonesia and … Continue reading Survey: 8/10 Philippine SMEs see digital technologies improving business performance

‘Bali’ by Rich Brian, Guapdad 4000 released via 88rising

Professionally known as Rich Brian, Brian Imanuel Soewarno, 20, released his latest single, “Bali” on April 10, 2020 via 88rising. For this song, which is distributed by 12Tone Music, the Indonesian rapper, producer, singer and songwriter teamed up with Grammy nominated rapper Akeem "Guapdad 4000" Hayes, 27, who hails from San Francisco Bay Area, California, … Continue reading ‘Bali’ by Rich Brian, Guapdad 4000 released via 88rising

How Baguio City successfully beat COVID-19 and why Quezon City should follow suit

Baguio City, Philippines is sharing some valuable lessons while many countries are struggling to find a way to survive and beat the new coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Dubbed the Summer Capital of the Philippines, the city has not reported a new case of the deadly viral disease for 11 straight days. COVID-19 patients in the Philippines … Continue reading How Baguio City successfully beat COVID-19 and why Quezon City should follow suit

Carats ask Korean magazine to apologize to Dino for photoshopping SEVENTEEN member

Fans of the  SEVENTEEN who are called the Carats are accusing a South Korean magazine of photoshopping the photo of Lee Chan, 21, who is professionally known as Dino. For the fans, this is unprofessional and disrespectful to one of the members of the K-pop boy band. On April 6, 2020, Carats were not happy … Continue reading Carats ask Korean magazine to apologize to Dino for photoshopping SEVENTEEN member

BRAVE CF boss: ‘UFC 249’ misrepresents MMA as a sport

"UFC 249" will still happen on April 18, 2020 in the United States amid the new coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis. While some mixed martial arts fans are delighted, the Ultimate Fighting Championship's decision to hold an event during a pandemic is frowned upon by others including BRAVE Combat Federation president Mohammed Shahid. "Everyone is losing something … Continue reading BRAVE CF boss: ‘UFC 249’ misrepresents MMA as a sport

ONE Championship’s ‘Franklin Speaking’ podcast hosted by Rich Franklin; Brian Cain is premiere episode’s guest

ONE Championship is introducing its newest content stacks “Franklin Speaking,” a video podcast created and hosted by Rich “Ace” Franklin. The premiere episode will launch on the Singapore-based martial arts promotion’s official YouTube channel on April 6, 2020 with Brian Cain as the guest. Best known as the foremost authority on Mental Performance Mastery (MPM), … Continue reading ONE Championship’s ‘Franklin Speaking’ podcast hosted by Rich Franklin; Brian Cain is premiere episode’s guest

How Carlos Kremer feels as the BRAVE CF voice

Carlos "The Roaring Lion" Kremer's voice has become synonymous with BRAVE Combat Federation. The American announcer has introduced fighters and fans throughout the world, helping the Bahrain-based promotion be recognized as the fastest growing mixed martial arts organization in the world. Jason Van Schalkwyk interviewed Kremer in the most recent episode of "BRAVE Insider Podcast." The … Continue reading How Carlos Kremer feels as the BRAVE CF voice

With Lea Salonga, Bayanihan Musikahan raises additional 1.5 million pesos in 1 hour

A total of 1.5 million pesos poured into the Bayanihan Musikahan fundraiser in 1 hour during the live concert-from-house of music superstar Lea Salonga on April 2, 2020. She began and ended her hour with composition by the principal organizer of the project, Ryan Cayabyab, National Artist for Music. Emphasizing citizen action in the face … Continue reading With Lea Salonga, Bayanihan Musikahan raises additional 1.5 million pesos in 1 hour

ONE Championship vs UFC between Xiong Jingnan and Weili Zhang? Chatri Sityodtong weighs in

A superfight between athletes from ONE Championship and the Ultimate Fighting Champion is still a fantasy. The possibility of making this a reality was brought up on April 2, 2020 during the Facebook Live Q&A hosted by ONE Championship chairman and CEO Chatri Sityodtong. Fans were invited to send in questions on a variety of … Continue reading ONE Championship vs UFC between Xiong Jingnan and Weili Zhang? Chatri Sityodtong weighs in

Indonesia’s NIKI releases ‘Switchblade’ via 88rising

Indonesian vocalist, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and producer Nicole "NIKI" Zefanya, 21, shares her new haunting synth/percussion-driven single “Switchblade” via 88rising. The new song is distributed by 12Tone Music. Inspired by NIKI’s move to the United States from across the world, “Switchblade” serves as a fist-high tribute to bravery amidst unknown fates with lyrics like “the winds … Continue reading Indonesia’s NIKI releases ‘Switchblade’ via 88rising