*NSYNC releases first song together in 20 years with “Better Place”

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It serves as the lead single of the Trolls Band Together: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack

*NSYNC has finally released their first song together in two decades, “Better Place,” from the Original Motion Picture Soundtrack of DreamWorks Animation’s Trolls Band Together—out on October 20,^, 2023.

Multi-award-winning artist Justin Timberlake returns as the soundtrack’s executive music producer alongside GRAMMY award-winning producer/songwriter Mike Elizondo. Timberlake wrote and performed new original music for the film, which also includes music from the cast and some of today’s top artists including Kid Cudi, Camila Cabello, Troye Sivan, Anna Kendrick and more. Through a collection of 14 tracks, the soundtrack stays true to Trolls’ signature psychedelic joy-bomb of new and classic pop hits. 

Trolls Band Together (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) follows the 2020 Trolls World Tour Original Motion Picture Soundtrack which featured the track “The Other Side” with Justin Timberlake and SZA. It also received an American Music Award nomination for Favorite Soundtrack. The first installment and highly successful #1 children’s soundtrack for DreamWorks Animation’s 2016 musical hit Trolls featured the 4X platinum selling song, “CAN’T STOP THE FEELING!,” which became the best-selling song of 2016, debuted #1 on Billboard’s Hot 100 chart, won the GRAMMY Award for Best Song for Visual Media and secured multiple nominations including an Academy Award^®, a Golden Globe and many more.

Trolls Band Together (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) Track List:

1. Better Place (from Trolls Band Together) - *NSYNC
2. Perfect - Justin Timberlake, Eric Andre, Daveed Diggs, Kid Cudi & Troye Sivan
3. Let's Get Married - Justin Timberlake, Anna Kendrick, Zooey Deschanel, Anderson .Paak, Kenan Thompson, Kunal Nayyar, Icona Pop & Ron Funches
4. Watch Me Work - Andrew Rannells & Brianna Mazzola
5. Vacay Island - Daveed Diggs, India Carney & Ty Taylor
6. BroZone’s Back - Justin Timberlake, Eric Andre, Daveed Diggs & Anna Kendrick
7. Lonely People - Troye Sivan
8. Hustle Dimension - Joseph Shirley
9. It Takes Two - Camila Cabello, Anna Kendrick, Justin Timberlake, Eric Andre, Daveed Diggs & Kid Cudi
10. Mount Rageous - Andrew Rannells & Brianna Mazzola
11. Better Place (Family Harmony) - Justin Timberlake, Eric Andre, Daveed Diggs, Kid Cudi, Troye Sivan, Anna Kendrick & Camila Cabello
12. Better Place (Reunion) - *NSYNC, Eric Andre, Daveed Diggs, Troye Sivan & Kid Cudi
13. Family - Justin Timberlake, Anna Kendrick, Camila Cabello, Eric Andre, Daveed Diggs, Kid Cudi & Troye Sivan
14. 9 to 5 - Zosia Mamet

 

 

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About *NSYNC:

*NSYNC, formed in 1995 in Orlando, Florida, is a legendary American pop boy band consisting of members Justin Timberlake, JC Chasez, Chris Kirkpatrick, Joey Fatone, and Lance Bass. They skyrocketed to fame in the late '90s with multi-platinum #1 albums like No Strings Attached and Celebrity, along with hit singles such as "Bye Bye Bye," which spent ten weeks atop the Pop Airplay chart in 2000 and later that year, "It's Gonna Be Me" went on to spend five weeks on the chart. Having sold over 80M records, the group has won three American Music Awards, five Billboard Music Awards, and seven MTV Video Music Awards. Known for their electrifying performances and harmonious vocals, *NSYNC left an indelible mark on the music industry and pop culture, solidifying their place as one of the most iconic boy bands of all time.

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About RCA Records:

Since its inception in 1900, RCA Records - the second oldest label in American history - has been home to some of the most iconic music artists of all-time celebrating music across all genres.  Our DNA, steeped in a rich musical history, compels us to amplify and empower the voices of our artists who continually push artistic boundaries and shape the cultural landscape on a global scale. 

 

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About Trolls Band Together:

This holiday season, get ready for an action-packed, all-star, rainbow-colored family reunion like no other as Anna Kendrick and Justin Timberlake return for the new chapter in DreamWorks Animation’s blockbuster musical franchise: Trolls Band Together. 

After two films of true friendship and relentless flirting, Poppy (Anna Kendrick) and Branch (Justin Timberlake) are now officially, finally, a couple (#broppy)! As they grow closer, Poppy discovers that Branch has a secret past. He was once part of her favorite boyband phenomenon, BroZone, with his four brothers: Floyd (Golden Globe nominated electropop sensation Troye Sivan), John Dory (Eric André; Sing 2), Spruce (Grammy winner Daveed Diggs; Hamilton) and Clay (Grammy winner Kid Cudi; Don’t Look Up). BroZone disbanded when Branch was still a baby, as did the family, and Branch hasn’t seen his brothers since.  

But when Branch’s bro Floyd is kidnapped for his musical talents by a pair of nefarious pop-star villains—Velvet (Emmy winner Amy Schumer; Trainwreck) and Veneer (Grammy winner and Tony nominee Andrew Rannells; The Book of Mormon)—Branch and Poppy embark on a harrowing and emotional journey to reunite the other brothers and rescue Floyd from a fate even worse than pop-culture obscurity. 

Featuring Trolls’ signature psychedelic joy-bomb of new and classic pop hits, Trolls Band Together stars a dazzling cast of musical superstars and comedic powerhouses as new franchise characters, including four-time Grammy nominee and Latin Grammy winner Camila Cabello (Cinderella) as Viva; Zosia Mamet (The Flight Attendant) as Crimp; and 12-time Emmy winning drag icon RuPaul Charles as Miss Maxine. 

The returning cast includes Grammy, Emmy and Golden Globe nominee Zooey Deschanel as Bridget; Christopher Mintz-Plasse as Gristle, the Icona Pop duo Aino Jawo and Caroline Hjelt as Satin and Chenille, Grammy winner Anderson .Paak as Prince D, comedian Ron Funches as Cooper, SAG nominee Kunal Nayyar as Guy Diamond and Emmy winning Saturday Night Live legend Kenan Thompson as Tiny Diamond. 

Trolls Band Together is steered by returning director Walt Dohrn and producer Gina Shay, and is co-directed by Tim Heitz (head of story, Trolls World Tour). DreamWorks Animation’s Trolls films—2016’s Trolls and 2020’s Trolls World Tour—have sung and danced their way to record-breaking success, earning an Oscar^® nomination for Best Original Song and fueling one of the largest and most beloved entertainment brands in the world.

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About Sony Music Entertainment

At Sony Music Entertainment, we honor the creative journey. Our creators shape movements, culture, communities, even history. And we’ve played a pioneering role in music history, from establishing the first-ever music label to inventing the flat disc record. We’ve nurtured some of music’s most iconic artists and produced some of the most influential recordings of all time. Today, we work in more than 100 countries, supporting a diverse and distinctive roster of talented creators at every level and on every stage. Situated at the intersection of music, entertainment, and technology, we bring imagination and expertise to emerging products and platforms, embrace new business models, and employ breakthrough tools—all to support the creative community’s experimentation, risk-taking, and growth. And we form deep, trusted, cause-based partnerships to uplift and empower communities around the world. Sony Music Entertainment is part of the global Sony family. Learn more about our creators and labels here.

 

Cebuana Lhuillier Bank joins forces with Temenos to revolutionize financial services for Filipinos

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Cebuana Lhuillier Bank, one of the Philippines’ most dynamic rural banks, announced its strategic partnership with Temenos, the world’s leading open platform for composable banking, to update its core banking platform in a significant stride toward reshaping the rural banking landscape in the country.

Formalizing the partnership (from L-R) Nick Edwards, Deputy Regional Director APAC and General Manager, ASEAN of Temenos; Philippe Andre Lhuillier, Senior Executive Vice President of Cebuana Lhuillier; Jean Henri Lhuillier, President and CEO of Cebuana Lhuillier and Vice Chairman of Cebuana Lhuillier Bank; Dennis Valdes, President of Cebuana Lhuillier Bank; and Suchen Janjale, Head of Financial Services, Europe & Temenos Practice of Banktech

Central to this collaboration is Cebuana Lhuillier Bank’s commitment to financial inclusion. Through Temenos’ core banking platform, Cebuana Lhuillier Bank, which serves more than seven million Filipinos, can oversee customer accounts with efficiency and introduce accessible lending products such as motorcycle and salary loans, giving clients a more convenient and seamless banking experience.

“Cebuana Lhuillier’s commitment to financial inclusion remains steadfast. In a nation where access to reliable financial services is paramount, this collaboration strengthens our resolve to provide better services, products, and opportunities for Filipinos to create meaningful change,” commented Jean Henri Lhuillier, President & CEO of Cebuana Lhuillier and Vice Chairman of Cebuana Lhuillier Bank.

This partnership also ensures Cebuana Lhuillier Bank, through the Temenos solution, can adapt seamlessly to evolving market conditions and local regulatory solutions, and effectively meet the dynamic needs of its valued customers.

The financial industry is continuously evolving due to rapid technological advancements. Our clients’ needs are changing, and it is our responsibility to not only meet but exceed those expectations. This alliance marks as a testament to our commitment to embrace innovation and redefine the banking experience for our valued customers,” added Dennis Valdes, President of Cebuana Lhuillier Bank.

“We are delighted to welcome Cebuana Lhuillier Bank as the newest member of our Temenos family in the Philippines. With a robust presence in the country, our partnership with Cebuana Lhuillier Bank reinforces Temenos’ position as a compelling choice for banks across various sizes and segments, including rural and thrift banks. We are everyone’s banking platform. We eagerly anticipate supporting Cebuana Lhuillier Bank’s journey towards greater success,” said Ramki Ramakrishnan, Managing Director – APAC of Temenos.

“We are thrilled to embark on Cebuana Lhuillier Bank’s core modernization program in the Philippines. Our comprehensive offerings around Temenos, coupled with our regional presence in the Philippines, position us well to ensure a successful core banking transformation. This deal strengthens and builds on our core offering along with Temenos and aligns with our strategy to accelerate digital transformation initiatives for our clients,” added Anoop Gala, Global Head of Financial Services of Orion Innovation.

The Temenos solution will be implemented by its delivery partner Orion Innovation. Orion provides a suite of digital services and technology solutions that help banks modernize and transform their legacy systems and design and develop next-generation products that allow the banks to create new business opportunities. Being a Temenos multi-regional partner, Orion specializes in delivering full-service implementation & integration capabilities in core banking, payments and digital banking solutions to Temenos clients across the globe.

Leonie Agri Corp. Opens Its Doors to the International Market

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LAC, the first and largest organic-certified farm and manufacturing plant in the Philippines¹ 

welcomes DENR international delegates 

 

Leonie Agri Corp. (LAC), a subsidiary of one of the top pharmaceutical companies in the Philippines PascualLab, takes a step into the international market via the Ecosystems Research and Development Bureau (ERDB) - Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) 2023 ASEAN Conference on Medicinal Forest Trees tour held last September 7, 2023.  

LAC welcomes the 2023 DENR Asean Conference onf Medicinal TreesMR

 

Opening the Doors to an International Market 

LAC, the first and largest organic-certified farm and plant in the Philippines,¹ recently welcomed 80 delegates of the ERDB from Indonesia, Pakistan, India, Bangladesh, and Nepal, at its 42-hectare home in Nueva Ecija. As part of their three-day itinerary, the delegates from the business, academe, and public sector, were given the tour of the newly refurbished LAC. 

 

ERDB OIC Asst. Director (For) Conrado Marquez and LAC President and CEO Antonio Causing

According to ERDB OIC-Assistant Director Forester (For) Conrado B. Marquez: “We have carefully chosen LAC as the ideal location for the conference tour. LAC is a renowned agriceutical company and the tour provided invaluable insights to every individual regarding the importance and utilization of medicinal plants, as well as the various forest tree species. This immersive experience further enhanced the understanding and appreciation of the potential benefits that these natural resources hold for society." 

 

Leonie Agri Corp. 

LAC recently renovated its farm and manufacturing plant, to further its parent company’s mission of providing quality health and wellness products and services, with highlight on its combination of organic-based farming methods and produce as well as its pharmaceutical-grade processes and products. Along with its farm and plant improvements comes the widening of its product and service portfolio. 

 

Home of Ascof Lagundi and WellGreens plus C-Lium Fibre  

LAC natural products on display at the DENR delegates' tour of the agrieceutical company

Home of the first Lagundi cough relief in the market, Ascof Lagundi² and the first commercially available Sinta food supplements, WellGreens Sinta, LAC is also home to premium and   organic-certified raw materials including Sambong (Blumea Camphor) and Banaba (Lagerstroemia speciosa). It also mostly manufactures C-Lium Fibre³, the leading psyllium fiber brand in the Philippines while another food supplement, PureGreens Malunggay is in the pipeline.  

 

Government-recognized  

LAC, certified by the Department of Agriculture for Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) and by the Islamic Da’Wah Council of the Philippines for Halal, produces premium organic raw materials to meet the various toll needs of clients.  

 

Industry-compliant  

Also certified by Department of Health’s Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), LAC offers reliable toll manufacturing services such as:   Sachet filling, Blistering, Dehydration, Milling, Encapsulation, Packaging, Spray drying, Extraction, Essential oil extraction, and Sterilization. 

LAC President and CEO Antonio Causing with some of the Asean delegates

Antonio C. Causing, LAC President and CEO affirms: “We share with DENR, the same passion for sustainability, and their vision of a nation enjoying and sustaining its natural resources and a clean and healthy environment. LAC for one, adheres to these sustainable practices and quality standards.” 

 

Originally servicing clients in Southeast Asia, LAC is gearing up to explore more markets in Asia and the rest of the world in the coming years. 

 

Corporate Social Responsibility 

While LAC’s vision remains aligned with its parent company PascualLab’s vision for Strong, Healthy Families and its focus on market expansion, the Filipino-owned agriceutical firm continues to draw from its core – a passion for CSR. LAC is a socially responsible organization that employs sustainable methods. It also supports community development and the livelihood of local farmers. It partners with the local communities not only of Nueva Ecija, but also of Aurora and Bulacan in Luzon, Philippines to train farmers with the processes and standards of organic farming, providing them opportunities to improve the quality and increase the quantities of their crops, through earth-friendly methods, while earning a sustainable living as agripreneurs. 

 

Beyond this, LAC reaches out to sectors in need and survivors of natural calamities. 

 

Leonie Agri Corporation – continuously evolving to provide purposeful health solutions to its current and emerging markets. 

 

For more information, visit http://www.leonieagricorp.com/ 

Lalamove Philippines supports the education of 100 partner drivers’ families through the 'BiyahEdukasyon' assistance program

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Partner Drivers nationwide can now apply until October 29, 2023

Lalamove Philippines, leading on-demand delivery platform, launches BiyahEdukasyon to provide educational financial assistance to 100 partner drivers’ kids and/or siblings from Luzon, Metro Manila, and Cebu to receive a total of PHP 20,000 grant for the upcoming second semester of the academic year 2023 to 2024. This assistance opens doors to quality education and empowers them to pursue their academic goals.

The program, under Deliver Care, the company’s corporate social responsibility brand, represents Lalamove Philippines' commitment to do more than providing earning opportunities and livelihood for partner drivers, but also to support their families in realizing their dreams, particularly their educational aspirations.

“At the heart of BiyahEdukasyon is our desire to uplift the lives of our partner drivers and their loved ones. Nakikita namin ang dedikasyon ninyo sa araw-araw na makatulong sa mga deliveries ng libu-libong tao, kaya ngayon, hayaan niyo naman pong ihatid namin ang pasasalamat sa aming programa (We see your dedication every day to help move things that matter through deliveries for thousands of people, so this time, allow us to show our gratitude through our program). In every student, we see boundless potential, dreams that can transform lives. We want Lalamove to play a part in turning those dreams into reality," Djon Nacario, Lalamove Philippines' Managing Director emphasized.

How to apply?

Lalamove’s BiyahEdukasyon program is open to Lalamove partner drivers – from the serviceable and covered areas of Lalamove in Luzon, Greater Metro Manila, and Cebu – for their children and/or siblings, currently enrolled in senior high school or college, and pursuing any field of study who exemplify a strong desire to continue higher education.

Partner driver applicants can choose one beneficiary – whether their kid or their sibling – then fill up the application form, submit the required documents, and tell their inspiring story. There are no grade requirements to qualify for this program.

Empowering dreams, transforming lives

Beyond offering financial assistance, the BiyahEdukasyon program of Lalamove brings together both partner drivers and their families as they work toward common goals and ambitions.

Nacario explains that Lalamove Philippines believes partner drivers deserve to give their loved ones the opportunity to pursue their dreams without being held back by financial constraints, and that is where Lalamove comes in.

“BiyahEdukasyon is only the beginning of our major steps toward the fulfillment of our long-term commitment to empowering our partner drivers and their families. It aims to underscore Lalamove’s steadfast, long-term commitment to enable the economic well-being of our partner drivers, ” Nacario said.

Interested applicants may visit www.lalamove.com/en-ph/biyahedukasyon to apply and learn more about the program.

UnionBank launches 3 new Bank-on-Wheels mobile kiosks with new, innovative features

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Union Bank of the Philippines (UnionBank) continues its commitment to enhancing customer experiences with the launch of three new Bank-on-Wheels (BOW) mobile kiosks, each featuring innovative upgrades to serve clients better.

The new BOWs were unveiled during a lease contract signing ceremony between UnionBank and Aboitiz Foundation, Inc. (AFI), held last September 14 at the UnionBank Innovation Campus in San Pedro, Laguna. The contract allows UnionBank to use one electric vehicle owned by AFI as mobile banking kiosk.

Designed for mobility, the new BOWs offer mobile ATM services in a comfortable setting similar to The ARK, UnionBank's fully digital and paperless bank branch and the first of its kind in the country. The BOWs enable convenience by bringing banking services closer to clients through numerous features that cater to different needs. Additionally, all automatic teller machines (ATMs), cash recycler machines (CRMs), and other electronic equipment inside the BOWs are powered by batteries to minimize carbon emission.

The first of the three is a fully electric Bank-on-Wheels (eBOW) which has almost zero emissions, and will cover the areas of Metro Manila and nearby provinces. It is equipped with an ATM, where UnionBank cardholders can do balance inquiries, cash withdrawals, fund transfers, bill payment transactions, and PIN change, while CitySavings cardholders can do cash withdrawals and balance inquiries with zero fees. Non-UnionBank cardholders can do balance inquiries and withdrawals.

The second BOW is equipped with an ATM and a CRM, and will also cover areas in Metro Manila and its surrounding provinces, extending its reach to a wider geographical scope. This BOW allows UnionBank customers to do cardless withdrawals, as well as carded and cardless deposits, in addition to balance inquiries, cash withdrawals, fund transfers, and bill payment transactions. The CRM also allows Citi and CitySavings customers to do cash withdrawals and balance inquiries with zero fees. Meanwhile, non-UnionBank cardholders can do balance inquiries and withdrawals through the CRM.

The third BOW comes with a UnionBank ATM and a CitySavings ATM, and will be based in Davao to serve its customers in Mindanao. UnionBank and CitySavings customers, respectively, can do balance inquiries, cash withdrawals, fund transfers, and bill payment transactions. Non-UnionBank cardholders can do balance inquiries and withdrawals.

"In a world where financial transactions are rapidly evolving, we recognize the importance of adaptability and inclusivity. UnionBank's Bank-on-Wheels is not just a vehicle; it is a symbol of our dedication to reaching our valued customers, wherever they are, whenever they need us," said UnionBank Head of Corporate and Digital Operations Magz Magbanua.

"Today's gathering is not just the signing of an agreement. It's about a collective endeavor, a testament to how stakeholders from diverse backgrounds can unite to create solutions that transcend boundaries," said AFI President and Chief Operating Officer Maribeth Marasigan. "We are here to emphasize the importance of environmental management, social responsibility, and good governance in our pursuit of long-term value creation, financial growth, and business capability."