THE WORLD
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The Rise of Generative AI: Are Writers Replaceable by ChatGPT?
The rise of AI, particularly generative AI, has been the hot potato. Many content creators have been introducing generative AI tools, and marketers are seen offering AI-related courses for their niche. There is no doubt that we are in the midst of a shift in the world, whatever industry we may be. It’s an exciting transformation for humanity, but most of us see an apparent danger in AI. Why is this the case? It lies in the fact that many have been wary of this transition. Workers are terrified that AI might replace them. Well, unfortunately, due to the rise of generative AI, jobs have been lost. It has been…
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Kada-kada, Celebrating Like a Panda at the 38th Kadayawan Festival in Davao
Guess who brought a splash of pink to Davao’s vibrant Kadayawan Festival? Yep, it’s our favorite online food and grocery haven, foodpanda! Kadayawan isn’t just about celebrating nature’s blessings, our rich culture, the bountiful harvest, and the peace in our lives. It’s also about showing off the incredible diversity of the 11 tribes in Davao. And guess what? This year’s theme is, “Colors of Abundance, Vibrance of Diversity, Festival of Festivals.” But wait, there’s more! foodpanda decided to make this year’s Kadayawan even more unforgettable. For all you loyal app users and future subscribers out there, they brought some jaw-dropping surprises and awesome activities to spice up the festivities. It’s…
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An AI-powered Baybayin Translator is being Developed by UP Mathematicians
Here’s an exciting news for language, communications, and history enthusiasts out there. For those people who have been wanting to learn Baybayin like me but don’t have enough time, I guess a smart, AI-powered translator can help us bit by bit. A group of Filipino mathematicians has recently achieved a significant breakthrough by inventing a computerized method to convert complete paragraphs and even documents written in the ancient Filipino Baybayin writing system into easily comprehensible text, accessible to non-native readers. Currently, they are diligently developing a comprehensive two-way translator for Baybayin, aiming to facilitate seamless communication and understanding between the ancient script and modern languages. The University of the Philippines…
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Northtown Center, Cabantian’s Latest Lifestyle Hub, has Finally Arrived
Cabantian in Davao City will witness an elevated lifestyle with the launch of Northtown Center, the first mixed-use development by Alsons Development and Investment Corporation (Alsons Dev) in the area. Northtown Center is situated in the Cabantian area of the Northtown township, marking Alsons Dev’s expansion into commercial developments. This move diversifies their portfolio while upholding their legacy of providing high-quality suburban havens for the people of Davao City. Northtown Center spans nine hectares and is a mixed-use development that integrates residential options with leisure, convenience, reliable institutions, and emergency support in a single location. It aims to provide the residents of Northtown and neighboring communities with a vibrant, balanced,…
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Coca-Cola’s Tapon to Ipon program encourages the collection and recycling of plastic bottles during fiestas
The bottling division of the company in the country, Coca-Cola Beverages Philippines, Inc. (CCBPI), activated Tapon to Ipon: Basta Klaro, Panalo! pop-up booths in Cebu and Iloilo and gathered more than 400 kg of post-consumer clear PET plastic bottles in support of holding waste-free festival celebrations. The CCBPI’s statewide PET post-consumer bottle collecting initiative, known as Tapon to Ipon, accepts bottles from any brand as long as they are clear. The corporation launched a new phase of the campaign to create awareness of the value of old clear PET plastic bottles and recycling by setting up pop-up kiosks at the Sinulog and Dinagyang Festivals. This marked the beginning of the…
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Healthcare with a Heart
Growing up in a family of doctors, I didn’t make a big deal out of healthcare. Both my parents and now my sister, despite being heroes of our land, especially during the pandemic, never acted like they were what they were when at home. Hence, my healthcare mindset was not really on point since I was a child. It may be why I was never interested in anything healthcare and pursued a career in its opposite sectors–media, sales, and marketing. Like what everyone expected, I would have become a healthcare worker—but being a medical professional never interested me. In fact, during one of my summer breaks in high school, my…
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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…
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5 Steps to a Successful Event-Planning in the Digital Era
Like in other aspects of society, 2020, the start of the pandemic year, accelerated a revolution in the event industry. Since the pandemic has limited each person’s movement, event organizers had to be more strategic in their work. They had no choice but to switch to the digital medium. From fashion to IT events, and everything in between, places like London and Singapore have been organizing exciting events. It hasn’t been easy, but these organizers were able to cope up and thrive. Here’s what they do for a successful event-planning. An example of one of London’s event success during the past year is The Ortus Club, a leading company that…
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How are Filipino Domestic Workers in Hong Kong Coping up with COVID-19?
The adverse effects of COVID-19 pandemic are already recognizable for most of my readers and for myself, but it doesn’t mean that we have a deep understanding of each of its repercussions to all the people in the world. In Hong Kong, where approximately 210,000 Filipinos are working, there is a huge dilemma when it comes to the important information regarding COVID-19 because more of them are in Cantonese or English language. Nherieda, a Filipino domestic worker, said, “There is limited information on COVID-19 written in Tagalog. I mainly receive them from the Philippines. I would like to find more reliable sources of information. I am afraid of the disease,…
