NEWS
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IKEA Celebrates Early Christmas with Its Biggest Price Drop Ever
The Christmas spirit has arrived early at IKEA Philippines, with the brand unveiling its largest-ever price drop, just in time for the holidays. True to its mission to “create a better everyday life for many people,” IKEA is once again making home living easier and more affordable for Filipino families. According to the IKEA Life at Home Report 2023, 43% of Filipinos are worried about their household finances and disposable income. Meanwhile, 38% say that not having enough money to take care of their home makes them feel less in control of their daily lives. In response, IKEA is stepping up to help Filipinos feel more empowered and find joy…
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Indonesia is Moving its Capital City. Here’s the Low-down on the Historic Event
My latest write-up for Aratum is an extensive article about Indonesia and President Joko Widodo’s project of rellocating their capital city from Jakarta to Nusantara. It’s an exciting endeavor as Widodo’s administration is set to create a smart and sustainable city. All the dreams of a tech-lover might come true, as experts suggest Indonesia to embrace cutting-edge solutions such as AI, cloud-based technology, machine learning, and automation to be successful in the move. Widodo may have all those in mind, especially since his administration is giving rise to blockchain by accepting cryptocurrency payments for real estate purchases in Nusantara. Read more about Indonesia’s capital relocation here:
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UP Study Warns of Heightened Typhoon Intensity this Century
“There’s no harm in hoping for the best as long as you’re prepared for the worst.” ― Stephen King New findings from the University of the Philippines Diliman College of Science’s Institute of Environmental Science and Meteorology (UPD-CS IESM) indicate that the Philippines may face more potent and damaging typhoons due to climate change. Dr. Rafaela Jane Delfino and Dr. Gerry Bagtasa, collaborating with UK counterparts, reveal that upcoming Philippine typhoons could possess a higher Cyclone Damage Potential (CDP) compared to current ones. CDP, incorporating factors like cyclone size and wind speed, serves as a metric assessing potential damage costs, particularly from winds. The researchers analyzed data from recent typhoons,…
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Visit Poblacion Market Central, the Newest Lifestyle Destination in Davao where Heritage Meets Hip
With the opening of the Poblacion Market Central, Alsons Development and Investment Corporation (Alsons Dev) has recently made dining, shopping, and entertainment a little more interesting for Davaoenos. Alsons Dev aims to bring tourists from over the Philippines to Davao to experience that fertile middle ground where traditions are celebrated, and modern interpretations of art, retail, and cuisine are more than welcome. This is a location where legacy meets hip. Poblacion was first accessible late last year thanks to Alsons Dev. In October 2021, it hosted over 300 established and upcoming artists for the Mindanao Art Fair; in December 2021, it attracted intrepid foodpreneurs, artists, and artisans for the month-long…
