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A recent Social Weather Stations (SWS) survey reveals that four in ten Filipinos, or 41%, support the impeachment of Vice President Sara Duterte. Conducted between December 12 and December 18, 2024, and commissioned by Stratbase, the survey highlights the nation’s divided stance on Duterte’s controversial tenure. The survey found thatContinue Reading
Meta Platforms, Inc.’s decision to scrap its fact-checking program across Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp has alarmed experts. They warned that Meta’s decision could amplify disinformation ahead of the Philippines’ midterm elections in May. Karl Patrick R. Mendoza, associate professor at the Polytechnic University of the Philippines’ Department of Communication Research,Continue Reading
Skywatchers are in for a treat this January, with celestial events lighting up the evening sky. It is a rare opportunity to view four bright planets simultaneously to meteor showers and planetary conjunctions this month, an exciting lineup for observers. Key Skywatching Events in January January 3: Quadrantid Meteor ShowerContinue Reading
Elon Musk, the tech mogul and the world’s richest man, is crafting a strategy to place himself above nation-states, potentially reshaping a new world order in his own image. Political analyst0 Elad Nehorai said Musk’s growing influence is part of a broader ambition to erode governmental authority and establish aContinue Reading
The Philippine government has taken significant steps to bridge the gap between education and employment, placing a spotlight on the technical-vocational (tech-voc) track in senior high schools. Promoting TESDA certifications and launching parallel initiatives, the country is addressing a persistent mismatch between students’ skills and labor market demands. While progressContinue Reading
President-elect Donald Trump is reportedly considering invoking a national economic emergency to justify an expansive tariff regime targeting both allies and adversaries. According to CNN report, sources familiar with internal discussions, the strategy could redefine global trade dynamics during Trump’s second term, marking a dramatic pivot in U.S. economic policy.Continue Reading
The buzz around 5G is hard to ignore. With promises of lightning-fast internet, near-zero lag, and seamless connectivity, the fifth generation of cellular networks is touted as a revolution in telecommunications. At the heart of this leap are 5G smartphones, which manufacturers are pitching as the future of mobile tech. ButContinue Reading
