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Wattpad, the global entertainment company and leading webnovel platform will launch a series of podcasts created by popular Wattpad authors exclusively on Spotify. Some of the biggest names in webnovels in Indonesia and the Philippines will bring their stories to life through a range of podcasts with 20 titles available to listeners on the world’s most popular audio streaming platform.
Indonesian and Filipino authors including Pit Sandi whose hit story My Ice Girl has over 22M reads on Wattpad; Ma. Cristina Lata, author of the 321M-read sensation The Four Bad Boys and Me; and Ariesa Jane Domingo of For Hire: A Damn Good Kisser (42.1M reads) will launch shows ranging from intimate explorations of an author’s creative journey to personal musings on everyday life from the lens of an author. Fans can also look forward to behind-the-scenes commentary on their favorite web novels from Ventre Canard, author of Caught in His Arms (56.2M reads); and April Avery, whose Titan Academy of Special Abilities has over 55M reads on Wattpad, among others. “Southeast Asia is home to many of the most successful and influential authors on Wattpad. As Wattpad’s first major podcast deal in Asia, our partnership with Spotify will fuel our fans’ love for the literary world through audio. Wattpad’s authors have built enormous global fandoms for their work, writing stories that will continue to inspire a generation of readers,” said Wattpad Brand Partnerships Director of Account Management Kelly O’Mara.
“Indonesia and the Philippines are brimming with creativity and brilliant storytellers. This is why we’re thrilled to work with Wattpad to bring their authors to Spotify where they’ll have a chance to take listeners deeper into their craft, inspiration and lives. By adding podcasts to their Wattpad webnovels, it will allow the authors to engage with their fans in a unique way and reach new fans and listeners.” says Carl Zuzarte, Spotify Head of Studios for Southeast Asia. The podcasts premiered last September 17 in the Philippines and will be launched on September 30 in Indonesia. Each podcast will have 24 episodes and stream weekly on their respective Spotify Podcast pages. Some shows include:
• Dy-dengar by author Dyah Ayu Arumsari Abdullah : The popular Indonesian author will share details of her life as a GenZ, giving her fans a more intimate look at her hopes and dreams for the future. Her podcast will also touch on relationships, as well as her anxieties and fears in life and everything in between.
• Love and Wander with Tina by author Ma. Cristina Lata: The Filipino author will discuss love and other topics that make the mind wander, sharing letters from fans on the topic. Each podcast episode will tackle sub categories of love from balancing relationships and career, past romance, to love languages.
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Globe, Beebly Treat Readers With Discounts On Premium Books
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To make reading more accessible to everyone across the Philippines, Beebly, the first mobile e-library and e-bookstore for Filipinos, is excited to announce a new partnership with Globe Telecom, the Philippines’ leading digital solutions platform and top telecommunications company. The two companies are bringing exclusive discounts for all Globe Rewards customers who love to read. Without using any rewards points, all Globe customers with an active New GlobeOne account may avail of a discount of up to 40% on premium titles available for purchase inside the app.
Beebly began with a dream of making learning more accessible to Filipinos. As the nation’s first digital library and bookstore, it hopes to encourage learning in a convenient and easy-to-use platform. Now, anyone with a smartphone can choose from a wide selection of educational and creative materials and learn on the go. Once subscribed to Beebly, users will have immediate access to online study resources and popular eBooks, among others. The digital membership also grants access to other creative content and learning resources to develop various skills. The platform is a game-changer, encouraging both the young and more senior to learn together at home. “Our company harnessed our expertise in technology to create a platform where Filipinos, particularly young students, can easily access both educational and recreational reading materials. We have also developed a proprietary device that will soon allow students to read, review, and study their lessons via Beebly even without wifi or data,” shared Beebly Chief Operating Officer Jackeline Chua.
“We hope through our app, we can significantly contribute to students’ learning and overall, encourage more young Filipinos to embrace the habit of reading,” added Beebly Chief Executive Officer Jyotirmoy Saha. Globe Chief Commercial Officer Issa Guevarra-Cabreira cited how Globe’s partnership with Beebly helps the company move forward in its goal of enabling inclusive education in the Philippines. “We at Globe constantly think of ways to innovate to help improve the quality of education in the Philippines. We are proud to partner with Beebly in this initiative to provide a digital resource that makes books and other reading materials accessible to Filipino learners right in the palm of their hands, backed by reliable connectivity through our #1stWorldNetwork,” she said.
To date, Beebly has over 6,000 educational and recreational reading materials and has partnered with big publishing groups such as ABS-CBN Publishing, Precious Pages, and Summit Media. Beebly is now available for download in the Philippines on all Android and iOS devices.
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Shopee Sends Relief Efforts To Earthquake Victims In Abra
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As part of its mission to better the lives of the underserved through technology, Shopee recently partnered with the Luzon Clean Water Development Corporation, Indoplas, and Metro Bangued Water District to provide aid to those affected by the magnitude 5.2 earthquake which impacted key areas of Abra last August 28, 2022. Through its logistics arm, Shopee Xpress, Shopee delivered drinking water and donated 10,000 face masks for over 300 families in Barangay Lusuac in the Municipality of Peñarrubia and Barangay Patucannay in the Municipality of Tayum.
This initiative is part of Shopee Bayanihan, the company’s umbrella CSR arm that seeks to provide support for communities in need through partnerships with various humanitarian organizations. Shopee Philippines Director Martin Yu said, “Shopee remains committed to utilizing our platform and resources to benefit local communities and part of this is providing help where we can, most especially in times of need. We hope for the recovery and continued safety of these affected communities.” With Shopee Bayanihan, Shopee furthers its objective of serving the underserved through technology, by helping communities benefit from the power of digital transformation wherever they are in the Philippines.
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Kang Daniel's First Solo Concert Tour Across Asia Starts In Manila On October 22
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Korean superstar Kang Daniel has confirmed the Asia route of his World Tour following the concerts in Seoul and Japan. Konnect Entertainment has announced the seven cities tour including Manila, Bangkok, Kuala Lumpur, Taipei, Singapore, Hong Kong, and Macau. “KANG DANIEL
Last month, Kang Daniel was well received by performing his first concert in Seoul three years after his solo debut. As local and international fans attended, they witness the amazing performance of the superstar after the long wait, which was delayed by the pandemic. On October 15 and 16, the heat will continue in Osaka and Yokohama, Japan. Due to the demand, the first solo concert will be expanded to a world tour. Kang Daniel recently made a strong impression on the overwhelming stage at the Kelly Clarkson Show, starting with the US Grammy’s “Press Play”. It also signed a contract with Warner Music Japan to confirm its entry into the country, signaling the start of its global activities. Kang Daniel’s management Konnect Entertainment explained that “This Asia Tour shows Kang Daniel’s spectrum that extends to the global stage."
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Wendy's PH Innovates And Deliciously Delivers Fresh Real Food Closer To Filipino Homes
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Wendy’s Philippines continues to expand and serve more Filipinos with their honest freshly-prepared food, opening new branches in Caltex EDSA Caloocan, Fisher Mall Malabon, Sierra Valley Cainta, FTI Taguig, Phoenix Tandang Sora, and Pioneer Shaw.
With over 55 franchises and corporate stores across the nation, Wendy’s reaches out to more households with selected 24/7 stores, satisfying the growing demand for nostalgic favorites such as Double Baconator, Healthy Salads, Frosty, and Iced Tea. Wendy’s eyes a growth-ready future with more locations and a modern store model format that mixes experience and convenience. The fast-food chain has continuously brought new food to the table, creating a unique experience for customers with recent additions such as the Bacon Jalapeño Chicken Sandwich, BBQ Bacon Melt, Beef Bulgogi Salad, Red Velvet Frosty Overload, and Peach Iced Tea.
“Innovation has always been at the heart of Wendy’s growth strategy. Our team’s creativity and agility allow us to adapt fast and come up with new flavorful meals that bring people together. For years to come, we hope to delight and serve more people as they enjoy our fresh offerings,” said Eight-8-Ate President and CEO Joey Garcia. With Wendy’s Philippines steadily growing and innovating, more Filipinos will have access to real fresh food anytime while getting good value for their money. Wendy’s is also available via www.wendys.com.ph, FB messenger, hotline 8533-3333 and major food aggregators Grabfood, foodpanda, PickARoo and Toktok food.
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Pinoy MMA On The Spotlight In "Globe Presents ONE Warrior Series Philippines"
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ONE Championship, Asia's premiere mixed martial arts (MMA) organization, officially premiered "Globe Presents ONE Warrior Series Philippines" last September 18, 2022 , a reality competition featuring the journey of 16 mixed martial artists who are all vying for a six-figure contract and a spot on ONE Championship’s global roster.
The competitors represent an array of top prospects from across the Philippines including previous national team representatives, international medal winners, and local champions who have come together at the renowned Team Lakay in Baguio City. The participants will be divided into two teams where they will undergo rigorous training programs that will test their discipline and fortitude under the titulage of ONE Strawweight World Champion Joshua Pacio and former ONE Flyweight World Champion Geje Eustaquio with Team Lakay founder and head coach Mark Sangiao overseeing the competition. Coaches will then pick two athletes to spar in a “Circle Elimination” to determine who stays and who goes home. The winner of ONE Warrior Series Philippines will then be featured in ONE's return to the Philippines on December where Pacio is set to defend his ONE Strawweight World Championship title against Jared Brooks.
ONE Championship Chairman and CEO Chatri Sityodtong stated, “We are thrilled to partner with Globe to bring ONE Warrior Series to the Philippines in hopes of finding the next global ONE Championship superstar. This partnership will allow us to showcase the beauty and grit of mixed martial arts as well as the journey each of these warriors will go through while pursuing their dream to our passionate Filipino fan base.” Catch "Globe Presents ONE Warrior Series Philippines" every Sunday at 9:35 pm on GTV, watch.onefc.com and the ONE Super App with replays on Tap Sports, Tap GO and ONE Championship's official Facebook page and YouTube channel (for Philippine viewers only).
