At the Unlocking Capital for Sustainability conference, ASEAN leaders sounded the alarm on the urgent need for regional cooperation to bridge a staggering US$1.5 trillion green financing gap and counter rising geopolitical fragmentation threatening climate goals. With Southeast Asia’s energy demand projected to surge 60% by 2040, Malaysian Deputy Prime…
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Quantum Physics Breakthrough: Scientists Capture Elusive ‘Birth of a Torus’ in Time Crystals
For the first time in scientific history, an international team led by University of the Philippines physicist Dr. Jayson Cosme has experimentally observed the quantum phenomenon known as the “birth of a torus” – a fundamental topological transition that until now had only existed in theoretical models. This groundbreaking discovery,…
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Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7: The Ultimate Pocket-Sized AI Companion
As someone who’s been eyeing Samsung’s flip phones, I thought they were just there for whimsy and sleek-cuteness, but then I learned that they are powerful and smart. And they are extra mighty with the new Galaxy Z Flip7. The Galaxy Z Flip7 revolutionizes the flip phone market, and it’s…
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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7: Redefining the Future of Foldables
Samsung just released most advanced Galaxy Z series yet blends precision engineering with powerful AI, and delivers Samsung’s thinnest and lightest foldable without compromising performance. The Galaxy Z Fold7 is device that reimagines what a smartphone can be. As someone who’s always been fascinated by foldable tech, I’m impressed by…
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A Song Joong-Ki Tribute
It was around midnight, just a few hours after the first-ever fan meet of Song Joong-Ki in Manila had ended. My friends and I decided to go for a hotpot to celebrate a birthday and wrap up the night after a long day of events. Lost in thought, everything has…
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Southwest Power Pool (SPP) Partners with Hitachi to Revolutionize Grid Reliability with AI
The U.S. energy grid is under pressure like never before. With electricity demand surging—driven by data centers, manufacturing, and widespread electrification—the need for faster, smarter grid solutions has never been more urgent. That’s why the recent partnership between Southwest Power Pool (SPP) and Hitachi is such a game-changer. The Challenge:…
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TechLife Pad Plus 12″ Review: The Tablet That Feels More Expensive Than It Is
In a nutshell, The Techlife Pad Plus 12” made me forget that I have a more pricey tablet. Why? Read this in-depth review. I often feel nostalgic and romanticize the past, especially the 90s, but there’s one thing today that surpasses those bygone eras: the experience of “budget luxury.” A…
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Your Vote, Your Treat! FREE Upsize at Starbucks on May 12!
Every single vote makes a difference, and this May 12, Starbucks Philippines wants to celebrate your participation in democracy! 🎉 Show your index finger proudly displaying that indelible ink at any Starbucks store nationwide and enjoy a FREE SINGLE UPSIZE on your handcrafted beverage purchase! Here’s the scoop: Don’t miss out on…
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Japan Through My Eyes Part One: Osaka and Nara in Spring Japan Trip Itinerary
My 15-day Spring Japan trip itinerary is quite eclectic, with tourist spots varying from the obligatory to the hidden and from the trending to the elusive. An uneventful Saturday afternoon has compelled me to finally unseal my limited edition Kamiki Ryunosuke Photograph Collection and DVD set, Sincérité. While browsing it,…