UPD Chemists Create AI Tool to Predict Antibacterial Peptides

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By: Eunice Jean C. Patron

ISCAPE helps experimentalists predict whether a peptide can kill or inhibit the growth of the bacterium Escherichia coli. (Photo credit: Salas et. al., 2026)

As antimicrobial resistance (AMR) continues to make traditional antibiotics less effective worldwide, the search for new antibacterial treatments has become increasingly urgent. One promising solution is antimicrobial peptides (AMPs), small molecules that can kill bacteria. To help accelerate their discovery, researchers at the University of the Philippines Diliman – College of Science (UPD-CS) have developed an AI tool designed to accelerate the discovery of new antibacterial peptides.

Newsletter: Returning OFW entrepreneurs expand ventures with DMW's "Buy Lokal, By OFW" powered By GCash

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For many Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs), coming home often comes with a difficult reality. The steady income they relied on abroad stops, while the challenge of starting over locally begins.

Newsletter: Satellite data show crop areas affected by ashfall from Mayon

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The Philippine Space Agency (PhilSA) produced a crop exposure map showing ash-affected Physical Rice Areas (orange) and Other Crop Areas (yellow) following the reported pyroclastic density current along the Mi-isi gully of Mayon Volcano on 2 May 2026. At least 1,039 hectares (10.39 sqkm) of rice and 191 hectares (1.91 sqkm) of other crops were potentially affected because they are found within the Estimated Ash Deposit Extent (delineated in red, based on a previous analysis by PhilSA published on 5 May). The combined area of potentially affected crops is around the size of Mandaluyong City.

Newsletter: Cebu’s Biggest Legal Community-led Marathon Is Back—and It’s Passing Through Three Cities

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Runners and fitness enthusiasts are training and gearing up for a bigger and more immersive race experience as the IBP: Cebu Tricity Marathon returns in October 2026, at Robinsons Galleria Cebu.

Newsletter: WAIIAN expands BACKSHOTS legacy with anniversary show

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Filipino rapper WAIIAN celebrates the success of his 2025 album with the staging of “BACKSHOW” - The BACKSHOTS Late 1st Anniversary Show, co-presented by Sony Music Entertainment and Lightning in a Bottle Studios (LIAB Studios). The event serves as an anniversary tribute to his full-length album, BACKSHOTS.

Newsletter: Dexcon Dakila II – Higher Stakes and a Bigger Venue await this May!

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Dexcon will hold two events this May, with Dexcon Dakila II, a two-day event from May 23 to May 24! This weekend’s top stars feature famous New Japan Pro Wrestling (NJPW) star Zack Sabre Jr. and DDT Pro Wrestling’s top talent Chris Brookes.

Newsletter: Play Day to Night at the Most Spectacular Pixar Summer Fest Inviting Guests into a Bigger World of Pixar at Hong Kong Disneyland Resort

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Calling all families and Pixar Animation Studios fans to plan ahead for a Pixar-filled adventure at the first-ever Pixar Summer Fest at Hong Kong Disneyland Resort (HKDL) from June 12 through August 31, 2026.

Newsletter: Ben&Ben continues winning streak with “Autumn (Reimagined)”

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Following the commercial success of “Lifetime (Reimagined),” which peaked at No. 1 on both the Official Philippines Chart and Billboard Philippines Hot 100, Ben&Ben returns with “Autumn (Reimagined),” a vital reworking of their beloved 2023 original.

Newsletter: SOLAR & STORAGE LIVE PHILIPPINES 2026 MARKS ITS 12TH EDITION AS THE COUNTRY’S DEFINITIVE ENERGY MARKETPLACE

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The Philippines’ energy market comes together once again as Solar & Storage Live Philippines 2026 returns to Manila’s SMX Convention Center on 19-20 May 2026. As the country’s largest clean energy event, this free-to-attend exhibition and conference will welcome over 18,000 energy professionals, alongside 350+ sponsors and exhibitors and 150+ speakers across the solar, energy storage, and wider power ecosystem.

Newsletter: Emirates is reconnecting the world through Dubai with 96% of its global network restored

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Emirates is marking a near-full return to operations, with 96% of its global network now restored, following a period of disruption. In the past weeks, the airline has progressively resumed services across the Americas, Europe, Africa, West Asia, the Middle East/GCC, the Far East and Australasia.

Newsletter: Globe AT HOME Amplifies Home Connectivity with Free WiFi 6 Modem Upgrade and Speed Boosts Up to 1Gbps

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As Filipino households continue to face the challenges of rising expenses and the ongoing energy crisis, Globe AT HOME is stepping up to ease the burden by making remote work, learning, and everyday digital living more efficient and sustainable. By proactively rewarding loyal customers with complimentary speed boosts of up to 1 Gbps, Globe AT HOME empowers families to balance work, school, and leisure at home, helping them save on transport-related costs, reduce energy use, and elevating their connection without added financial strain.

Newsletter: Moments of Need to Meaningful Progress: How Cebuana Lhuillier Loans Walk With Filipinos

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According to the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP), one in three Filipinos now takes out loans to cover basic needs such as food, education, and healthcare. For many households, borrowing is no longer a financial strategy—it is a necessity driven by rising costs and limited financial buffers.

Newsletter: SEOWannabee.com Launches—A New Platform for Business Growth and Advertising

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SEOWannabee.com is a 2026 search optimization platform and agency designed to help businesses transition from traditional SEO to Generative Engine Optimization (GEO) and Answer Engine Optimization (AEO). Founded by Jin Grey and John Michael Palmes, the platform provides actionable frameworks to rank in AI-driven interfaces like ChatGPT, Gemini, and Google AI Overviews. It focuses on three core pillars: Generative Visibility (GEO), Technical AI Fundamentals, and Semantic Content Authority to ensure brands are "chosen" as the default answer by large language models (LLMs).

Newsletter: Its Time! Emirates’ iconic A380 returns to Dubai with world-first Starlink Wi-Fi onboard

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Emirates’ flagship A380, long celebrated as one of aviation’s most iconic aircraft, is set to reach new heights as the first installation of next-generation Starlink Wi-Fi onboard has just been completed.

Newsletter: B2B Tech Asia Expo 2026: Indonesia's First and Largest SaaS Technology Exhibition

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Jakarta is preparing to witness the most ambitious business technology event of the year. The prestigious B2B Tech Asia Expo 2026 will officially take place on July 1–2, 2026, at the AXA Tower – Kuningan City Grand Ballroom, Jakarta.