Newsletter: Modern science catches up with native knowledge with discovery of Clerodendrum kelli

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Danika Geronimo, Ateneo de Manila University Research Communications

The indigenous Bugkalot people of Nueva Ecija call it “kelli”: a plant with white, starburst-like flowers and oval-shaped leaves that are traditionally mashed and mixed with food to treat ailing dogs. But despite this local familiarity, science has only now been able to identify it as a distinct species and given it a formal scientific name.

Newsletter: Xpress Expands Salaried Driver Model With Full Benefits as MMDA Reports Over 62,000 Road Crashes in Metro Manila

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The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) recorded 62,723 road crash incidents in Metro Manila from January to November 2024, resulting in 332 fatalities, underscoring ongoing safety challenges across the capital’s transport network.

Newsletter: Ateneo spearheads int’l cooperation for future light-based electronics

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Photonics—the next generation of electronics technology, which uses light instead of electricity—is gaining a foothold in the Philippines thanks to the Ateneo de Manila University’s Research on Optical and Electronic Systems (ROSES) Laboratory, the country’s first and only facility dedicated to locally designing Photonic Integrated Circuits (PICs) and training PIC designers.

Newsletter: Robert Downey Jr. Named Godparent of Disney Adventure

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Disney announced Academy Award-winning actor Robert Downey Jr. will be the godparent for the Disney Adventure, the newest and largest ship in the Disney Cruise Line fleet. Disney shared the news ahead of the vessel’s maiden voyage next month out of its home port in Singapore.

Newsletter: Praxismed Spotlights Next-Generation EMG and Integrated NMUS Solutions at PARM 2026

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Praxismed Technologies Inc. showcased next-generation advancements in electromyography (EMG) at the 36th Philippine Academy of Rehabilitation Medicine (PARM) Annual Convention held at The Manila Hotel.

Newsletter: UP Study Identifies Opportunities and Challenges for Advanced DNA Technology in SEA Forensics

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By: Eunice Jean C. Patron

Massively parallel sequencing (MPS) is transforming the way humans are identified. (Photo credit: Christian Estrella)

Massively parallel sequencing (MPS) has transformed forensic DNA analysis by allowing scientists to examine multiple DNA markers at the same time and in much greater detail than older methods. Even so, MPS is still not widely used in Southeast Asian countries. Researchers from the University of the Philippines Diliman – College of Science’s Natural Sciences Research Institute (UPD-CS NSRI) reviewed the use of MPS in forensic DNA laboratories across the region to identify the key challenges to its adoption.

Newsletter: Submarine volcanoes, faults, internal wave generation zones, and a region for potential renewable energy surveyed in Sulu Sea, Celebes Sea, and southern Philippine Sea

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FEATURED PHOTO: The height and shape of a submarine volcano spotted in the Sulu Sea (top left). Echosounder data (bottom left) shows gas discharge likely emanating from the volcano. On the right, temperature profiles of the Sulu Sea, Celebes Sea, and Philippine Sea show their potential for renewable ocean energy.

Submarine volcanoes, active faults, internal waves, and a region with potential for renewable energy were surveyed in the Sulu Sea, Celebes Sea, and southern Philippine Sea, reported by scientists from the UP Marine Science Institute. 

Newsletter: Sarangani preschoolers to benefit from new ECCD Center

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Alsons Power Group, through its Maasim-based Sarangani Energy Corporation and Siguil Hydro Power Corporation, has officially turned over its first Early Childhood Care and Development (ECCD) Center in Sarangani, marking a significant step forward in its ongoing commitment to advancing community development through education. Located in Barangay Amsipit, the new ECCD facility provides a dedicated, safe space for preschoolers to begin their formal learning journey.

Newsletter: Dexcon Wrestle Storm 3 Features a Stacked Triple Main Event Show!

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Dexcon’s Premier Event is back! Dexcon Wrestle Storm 3. This time it will be a show co-presented by both Dexcon and the KWK Brand.  

Newsletter: A fresh sound for 2026: Christian Bautista to release city pop-inspired anthem “Sa’yo Lamang”

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​​Celebrated as Asia’s Romantic Balladeer, Christian Bautista embraces his signature romantic charm while exploring a fresh sonic direction—pairing nostalgic pop glow with a stylish, contemporary edge.

Newsletter: SpeakersCon 2026: Redefining Authenticity in an AI-Shaped World

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On February 11, 2026, at SPACE at One Ayala, leaders, entrepreneurs, creatives, and aspiring professionals gathered not merely for a conference, but for a recalibration.

Newsletter: Protein as a Daily Foundation for Strength, Energy and Performance

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Protein is often associated with athletes, gym routines or weight goals, but its role in the body goes far beyond performance. For active adults, protein is a daily foundation that supports strength, energy, recovery, and overall well-being. Whether someone trains regularly, stays active through work, or simply wants to feel stronger and more resilient, consistent protein intake plays a central role in supporting an active lifestyle.

Newsletter: SB19 turns frustration into fire with era-defining anthem “VISA”

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SB19 marks a watershed moment in P-Pop with the release of “VISA,” their first official single of 2026 and the bold follow-up to the Simula At Wakas era. Delivering a more confident and uncompromising approach in artistic direction, SB19’s “VISA” tackles socially relevant themes that stand as both a prologue and a promise: an assertion that the new musical era will not only entertain, but also dare to challenge, provoke, and shake up comfort for conviction.

Mr. AA needs an AA

02/24/2026 06:26:43 PM

Meme na lang kasi ayoko ilagay litrato nun. Meme mula sa Facebook page ng PUP Memes.

Unang-una sa lahat, walang masama sa manampalataya sa Dakilang Maylikha, kung tunay ka mang naniniwala sa Kanya. Pangalawa—at kahigit-higit din gaya ng nasabi kanina—hindi Diyos ang problema; kundi ang tao mismo – specifically, ang kanyang mga pakahulugan sa relihiyon at ang mga turo sa mga iskriptura gaya ng Bibliya.

Nakakaumay na nga ang balita. Ilang linggo na siyang 'national news item.' Dinaig pa ang maagang deklarasyon ng isang kontrobersiyal na bise presidente na hanggang sa ngayon ay kwenstiyunable pa rin ang mga galawan; pati na rin ang pag-aresto sa mga bwakananginang vlogger na wala nang inatupag kundi mangalat ng mali-maling impormasyon. At lalo na, hinigit pa niya sa pagsapaw sa mga serye ng reunion concert ng isang batikang grupo.

Newsletter: Amidst Volatility: Preparing Philippine Business for Global Economic Realignment

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As the world faces escalating geopolitical risks, shifting trade alliances, and technological disruption, Philippine government and business leaders are preparing to navigate a more volatile global economic landscape. In response, a landmark series of panel discussions will bring together thought leaders, industry experts, and policymakers to chart strategies for resilience, innovation, and competitiveness.