Filipino heroes are not just in history books– they are out here today, doing what they can to serve those around them. Ride-hailing drivers live this to a tee, as they help out total strangers in times of urgency and uncertainty. This National Heroes Day, inDrive pays tribute to its partner drivers who quietly go the extra mile – sometimes quite literally to serve people in need.  Whether navigating flooded roads, staying calm in emergencies, or making room for family priorities amid the grind, their stories are a reminder that heroism can be quiet and incredibly human.   One such...

Sony Music Entertainment Philippines, in collaboration with Justin of SB19, have teamed up with Rise Against Hunger Philippines (RAHP) to provide aid to impoverished communities in Manila affected by the recent typhoon and economic challenges.   This initiative is part of Sony Music Group’s (SMG) global ‘Season of Giving’ campaign, where the company and its artists are paying it forward to the countries in which the international music label operates. The campaign embodies the label’s unwavering commitment to making a positive impact around the world, and while supporting communities where music is created and enjoyed.   On November 7, 2024,...

Sony Music Entertainment Philippines (SMEP) continues to give back to disadvantaged communities through food aid and relief.   This comes as part of Sony Music Group’s global ‘Season of Giving’ campaign, where the company and its artists are paying it forward to the countries in which the international music label operates. Across the world, SMG is supporting global organizations dedicated to providing aid for those facing food insecurity, homelessness and refugee support, as well as music industry relief and educational programs for communities impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.   This year, the international music label has partnered with Reach Out...

 “There is always light,” says 21-year old Irish Miras, as she remembers the trauma she experienced as a child. Her voice is soft, her words strong. “If I could talk to my younger self, I would tell her: ‘We are alive. We are doing okay.’”   Irish is one of four young women featured in the documentary Sine Niña, a film that showcases the unique stories of women across the Philippines. Each story is set to inspire, uplift, and empower audiences—as well as start important conversations around equality, purpose, and mental health.   The film is the culmination of a...

The UE Jam Sessions are taking a stand for responsible voting. The inspiring anthem “PINTO,” which encourages the youth to support candidates who are advocating for progress and genuine reform, is re-released with a music video directed by Vivian Tricia Rabano, a 16-year-old UE student. The MV stars UE Teatro Silangan actors and actresses, and artists from UE Himig Silangan and Music Aficionados. The visual treatment, according to a statement released by the music organization, portrays “true-to-life scenarios that will be able to wake up the audience's senses to vote wisely for the upcoming 2022 elections.”  “We’re trying to send...