Newsletter: UK Recognizes UP Scientists’ Contributions to Philippine Research and Development

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By Harvey Sapigao

Students using VISSER, a portable learning device CS Dean Giovanni Tapang helped commercialize (Photo credit: making.technology)

Pamela Louise Tolentino of UP Diliman College of Science National Institute of Geological Sciences (UPD-CS NIGS) and CS Dean Giovanni Tapang are among the Filipino scientists highlighted by the UK in their decadal recap of joint scientific achievements with the Philippines.

Newsletter: SEA 2023: Cybercriminals clog business networks with financial phishing

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In 2023, Kaspersky anti-phishing technologies detected nearly 500,000 attempts to follow a phishing link on businesses’ devices in Southeast Asia (SEA). Interestingly, this number only refers to phishing links related to finance matters – e-commerce, banking, and payment systems.

Newsletter: Justin Timberlake releases sixth studio album, Everything I Thought I Was

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Multi-award-winning artist Justin Timberlake has released his new sixth studio album, Everything I Thought It Was via RCA Records and Sony Music Entertainment. In addition, Justin Timberlake will be dropping the official music video for his new track off the album, “No Angels” soon. The music video was directed by Ti West. 

Newsletter: vaultboy REUNITES WITH salem ilese ON NEW SINGLE "closer"; ANNOUNCES DEBUT ALBUM 'everything and nothing' OUT MAY 10TH

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Multi-talented artist vaultboy reunites with salem ilese (of "mad at disney" fame) on his latest single, "closer". Dubbed "the King of Sad Songs" by Rolling Stone, vaultboy is no stranger to being vulnerable and wearing his heart on his sleeve. The track explores the delicate dance of budding romantic feelings, described by vaultboy as the "blissful purgatory" between platonic friendship and a full-fledged relationship.

Newsletter: PLDT, Smart, ATRIEV hold digital training for persons with disabilities in Cebu

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PLDT Inc. and its wireless unit Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) conducted an eight-day Digital Business Basics Training (DBBT) for persons with disabilities in Mandaue City, Cebu. The training was done in collaboration with non-profit organization ATRIEV, Voice Philippines, and the Mandaue City Persons with Disability Affairs Office (PDAO).

Newsletter: Ena Mori drops “Heartache Generation,” her first single after 2022 album release

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The much-awaited song comes with a one-take video shot entirely using smart glasses

Filipino-Japanese artist Ena Mori continues to break new ground with the release of her new single “Heartache Generation,” out last Friday, March 15, 2024, via Offshore Music and Sony Music Entertainment.

The Best and Worst WrestleMania Moments in the Last 10 Years (Part 1 of 2)

03/21/2024 12:50:34 PM

WrestleMania 33 stage. Photo from AAPLed.com

I have been following professional wrestling (although not in a very religious way) since 2012. I have seen WrestleMania during Holy Tuesday of the said year; and it has been a yearly thing for me to watch the show, be it live, primetime replay, or on-demand. That said, it's fair to say I have watched WrestleMania for 12 consecutive years – and probably going on 13 by April 6-7 (or April 7-8 by the Philippine Standard Time).

Newsletter: How local chocolate producer Kakaw Galleon made business sweeter with PLDT and Smart

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Chocolatier Isagani de Ocampo shares how eBizNovation has helped him expand his brand online.

The famous line from the 1994 hit movie Forrest Gump, “Life is like a box of chocolates. You never know what you're gonna get” has been true so far for Isagani de Ocampo, owner and chocolatier of Kakaw Galleon.

Newsletter: Spence Lee Unveils Highly Anticipated Album "S.H.O.T.T.A."

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Prepare to immerse yourself in the sonic universe of Spence Lee as he releases his long-awaited album, "S.H.O.T.T.A." This debut project under EarDrummers and 88rising promises to be a mesmerizing journey through the multifaceted world of Spence Lee, offering listeners a glimpse into his soul as both a human being and a multidisciplinary artist. To accompany the new album, Spence also released his new video for “SRT” featuring Slim Jxmmi of Rae Sremmurd.

All-Star Embarrassment

03/20/2024 12:16:18 AM

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I know, it has been a month since we have seen the 73rd NBA All-Star Game live from nowhere but at the homecourt of the Pacers itself, the Gainsbridge Fieldhouse. 

Wow, seriously? Not even in the larger Lucas Oil Stadium, which they built an LED board court which may look aesthetically appealing but ridiculous at the same time? Boy, that was a bummer. Why bother putting up the side events at the stadium in the first place? That definitely made it look like a disappointing weekend, especially with only 17,251 people able to watch that live.

Newsletter: Filipino comedy group The KoolPals celebrate five years of awesomeness with a comedy and music fest

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Dilaw, Johnoy Danao, Kween Yasmin and more will be joining the festive fun this summer

Everyone gather 'round and prepare yourselves for the most gut-wrenching, heart-pounding, and ESOPHAGUS-tickling show of the year!

Newsletter: UPD Study Investigates Contaminants of Emerging Concern in Mega Manila Rivers

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By: Maria Alexandra Marmol

Sources of endocrine-disrupting compounds (EDC) contamination of Mega Manila rivers. (Photo credit: Sta. Ana, et al., 2023)

Under the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) project, “Post-Wastewater Treatment Determination of Endocrine Disrupting Compounds for Interventions,” researchers of the UP Diliman College of Science Institute of Chemistry (UPD-CS IC) studied the rivers of Mega Manila and demonstrated the presence of EDCs, or endocrine-disrupting compounds.

Newsletter: Globe redefines rewarding roaming experience for all kinds of travelers with exclusive travel perks

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Globe redefines the roaming experience for its customers by providing not just connectivity but a suite of exclusive perks and deals tailored to the modern traveler's desires.

Newsletter: UP Geologists Discover Evidence of Gas Hydrates in Manila Trench

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By Harvey Sapigao

Gas hydrates are great alternative energy sources, but they could also harm us and the environment.

Bathymetric map of Luzon, including the Manila Trench, the North Luzon Trough (NLT), West Luzon Trough (WLT), Stewart Bank (SB), and Philippine Mobile Belt (PMB). (Photo credit: Maglalang et. al. 2023)

Much like carbonated drinks are water infused with carbon dioxide, gas hydrates are ice mostly infused with methane, a natural gas used as fuel. Gas hydrates are ice-like substances that usually only form beneath the seafloor, where the pressure is high and the temperature is just below the water’s freezing point of 0°C.

Newsletter: Attacks on mobile devices significantly increase in 2023

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In 2023, Kaspersky observed a steady increase in the number of attacks on mobile devices, reaching almost 33.8 million attacks, marking a 50% increase from the previous year's figures. The most prevalent threat to mobile devices was adware, constituting 40.8% of all threats detected.