Paula Alexandra Baciu, Finalist at The Official UK Hair and Beauty Awards

The first few minutes of “Request Sa Radyo” starts with an everyday routine. A woman — bundled up in winter clothes after a busy work day — returns home and sighs. But while being exhausted after a long day is nothing new, her deadpan expression and lifeless eyes, show the difficulty of navigating isolation and

Unlike most sectors, edutech has been booming over the past year amidst the pandemic, as many brick and mortar education and professional training institutions in the region are scrambling to digitise. The global edutech industry is currently valued at US$ 89.49 billion in 2020 and is expected to witness a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) […] The post Edutech is surging, but here are the 3 issues it is facing appeared first on e27.

K-pop group Seventeen’s new mini-album “Spill the Feels” sold 2.49 million copies on the first day of release.

The new iPhone SE is starting to look very compelling. #iphonese4 #actionbutton #apple

We might be getting a new Apple Vision headset as early as next year. We've also heard some talks about cameras on AirPods, though we might not see those in a while.

In the fast-paced world of entrepreneurship, startups often stand out as bastions of innovation and disruption. However, one curious trend that emerges is that many of these budding companies offer lower salaries for high-level positions compared to their established counterparts. This article delves into the underlying reasons for this phenomenon, supported by in-depth analyses and […] The post Lower salaries, higher stakes: The reality of high-level positions in startups appeared first on e27.

When asked about the prospect of quantum computers in Singapore and Southeast Asia (SEA), Horizon Quantum Computing Founder and CEO Dr Joe Fitzsimons believes in the possibility of having sufficient infrastructure to take the technology to the next level. “At the moment, we are building out a facility to host quantum computers just next door […] The post Horizon Quantum CEO on the Singapore advantage in starting a quantum computing company appeared first on e27.

Disney+ will premiere the supernatural mystery Korean drama “Light Shop Keeper” starring Ju Ji-hoon and Park Bo-young in December.

It’s been ten years since Japan implemented its mandatory Stress Check system in a bid to tackle the longstanding public health crisis tied to overwork and karoshi — a term meaning death by overwork. Introduced in 2015, the initiative was aimed at identifying high levels of stress among employees, requiring companies to survey their workforce […] The post A decade of Japan’s mandatory stress checks: Why work-related mental health is still declining? appeared first on e27.

Thank you for asking how I felt during those times,” said actress-ramp model Marina Benipayo when Lifestyle sought her for an interview a few weeks after actor Ricardo Cepeda, her partner of 13 years, was released following an 11-month incarceration. “Whenever anyone would ask how Richard was, I would say, ‘He’s okay but we cannot

K-pop boy band ENHYPEN announced their comeback next month.

Actress and social media darling Alex Gonzaga has expressed her readiness to start a family after undergoing a series of recent tests to ensure her health and well-being.

There are few topics that are regarded by Filipinos with more unease and discomfort than the process of death and dying. End-of-life concerns are often glossed over in a culture that appears more engaged in rituals that celebrate life and longevity.

From making headlines at music festivals in 2017 to making a debut at their biggest venue yet, LANY gave their Filipino fans a night to remember as they performed their hits at the Philippine Arena in Bulacan on Saturday, Oct. 12.

TV host Willie Revillame has hired two-time Olympian Carlos Yulo's sports therapist to help him with his overall fitness in running for senator in the 2025 elections.

Seventeen released their 12th mini-album “Spill the Feels,” which is a continuation of the K-pop boy group’s goal to encourage their listeners to live with “deepened authenticity and authenticity.” The EP — which is an anagram of the phrase “I Felt Helpless” — was dropped on Monday, October 14, and contains six tracks: “Eyes On

Vic Sotto and Piolo Pascual treated fans to a sneak peek of their upcoming film “The Kingdom,” a confirmed entry to the 50th Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF). Photos of Sotto and Pascual portraying their respective characters in the movie were uploaded by MQuest Ventures on its Facebook page on Monday, October 7. Perched on

Five months after giving birth to her daughter Maria, Maja Salvador is back on the dance floor, as she showed off her sharp moves on the “ASAP” stage. Salvador, who turned 36 last week, made a fiery comeback to the Sunday noontime show on its October 13 episode in a special production number to celebrate

Alex Gonzaga declared that her body is in a much better condition to conceive, after several failed pregnancies with  husband, Lipa City Councilor Mikee Morada. At a press conference, Gonzaga shared that she previously went through another in vitro fertilization (IVF) and lymphocyte immunization therapy (LIT) procedure, to prepare herself for pregnancy. The actress-internet personality

The Asia-Pacific Ministerial Conference on Disaster Risk Reduction (APMCDRR) 2024 emphasized the media’s role in informing the public regarding the Philippines’ disaster management initiatives.  On October 14, 2024, distinguished speakers reiterated this message during the event’s media reception.  READ: Philippines improves disaster management with AI This segment also marks the first day of the Asia

BTS’s J-Hope is set to be discharged from the military on October 17, and his group’s label. BigHit Music, urged fans to refrain from visiting the site where he will be released from service. BigHit made the announcement in a statement on the fan community platform Weverse on Monday, October 14, saying J-Hope is “close

After announcing his senatorial candidacy, Willie Revillame is seeking the help of Hazel Calawod, who served as the personal trainer of two-time Olympic gold medalist Carlos Yulo, to prepare for an unspecified “commitment.” On his Facebook page on Sunday, October 13, Revillame shared a photo of himself in what appeared to be a workout session

The X200 series marks the latest effort by Vivo to crack the global smartphone industry’s lucrative high-end segment.

Kathryn Bernardo, Paulo Avelino, and Cedrick Juan were among the celebrities who were recognized at the 26th edition of the Gawad Pasado Awards held at the Philippine Christian University on Saturday, October 12. Bernardo and Juan bagged the PinakaPASADOng Aktres and PinakaPASADOng Aktor awards, respectively, at the star-studded ceremony. Meanwhile, Avelino was named the PinakaPASADOng

GoTyme Bank, a collaboration between the Gokongwei group of companies and the multi-country digital banking group Tyme, recently signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) with the Philippine National Police Anti-Cybercrime Group (PNP ACG) in a bid to crack down on cybercriminals and bring them to justice, further strengthening defenses against online threats.

The Green Lantern Corps will finally have their mini-series titled “Lanterns.” The HBO miniseries will revolve around arguably the two most popular Green Lantern Corps members, Hal Jordan and John Stewart. Kyle Chandler has been cast to portray Green Lantern, Hal Jordan, and Aaron Pierre as Green Lantern, John Stewart. The Green Lantern Corps can

The e-commerce rivals’ respective promotions look to benefit from healthier consumer spending on the back of Beijing’s stimulus measures.

The sudden departure of Seunghan from K-pop boy group RIIZE was hit by fans on social media, with many calling out their label SM Entertainment for not managing his 10-month hiatus properly. Two days after Seunghan’s supposed return was confirmed, SM announced that he would officially leave the group on October 13. The label also

Mindanao scored a back-to-back win in the 2024 Hiyas ng Pilipinas pageant when Koronadal City’s Marela Glospeah Juaman inherited the crown from last year’s winner Fatima Kate Bisan who hails from Sarangani. Juaman bested 44 other aspirants at the grand coronation show held at the SM North Edsa Skydome in Quezon City on Sunday night,

OneCFO, an AI-powered financial management service platform in the Philippines, has raised US$500,000 in pre-seed funding from undisclosed angel investors. The investment will be used to develop its suite of B2B financial management apps and hire people. Also Read: AI will transform customer service, risk management in financial services: finbots.ai CEO The startup has also […] The post OneCFO bags US$500K to automate financial management for Philippine SMEs appeared first on e27.

Formed in 2015, the pop-rock band LANY, composed of Paul Klein and Jake Goss, has taken the music world by storm with a distinctive sound characterized by introspective lyrics and synth-driven backbeats.

Korean actress Lee Hanee, aka Honey Lee, bagged the grand prize and “Queen of Tears” won best drama at the 15th Korea Drama Awards held at the Gyeongnam Culture and Arts Center in Jinju in South Gyeongsang Province on Oct. 12.

On the first day of Expand North Star event, part of the GITEX GLOBAL 2024 event in Dubai, SOSV Founder Sean O’Sullivan dubbed climate change as an “urgent existential crisis for humanity” and called for the tech investor community to “make it work” through investments in climate tech. He pointed out the increasing cases of […] The post Investing in climate tech: Why investors should focus on impactful, low-hanging fruits appeared first on e27.

In her last role at Visa, Bhavana Ravindran helped clients implement digital payment solutions for consumers and SMEs. She realised that while consumer payment experiences have improved in recent years, small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are still stuck with outdated financial management tools. “It wasn’t until I started my first business that I experienced the […] The post From admin headache to AI-driven insights: How Earlybird AI empowers SME founders appeared first on e27.

GCash tours college campuses to provide awareness why the app can be beneficial. Students who apply onsite will get P50 off for the GCash Card.

Earlier this year, live commerce made a substantial impact on the global market, with some countries even seeing it account for as much as 40 per cent of gross merchandise value (GMV). In the Philippines, the e-commerce landscape has seen a notable transformation with the launch of TikTok Shop in April 2023. Now the second-largest […] The post How AI enhances content creation and sales strategies for live commerce in the Philippines appeared first on e27.

In the electrifying modern tech world, semiconductors are central to powering everything from your sleek smartphone to futuristic electric cars. The hot commodity remains the subject of trade wars and is a key economic contributor for most major world economies. Malaysia is making waves in this high-stakes game, evolving from a humble manufacturing hub to […] The post Malaysia Digital status companies pioneer growth in the competitive semiconductor industry appeared first on e27.