The Philippine National Police (PNP) has ordered stricter monitoring and intensified intelligence-gathering to prevent terrorism-related recruitment and training activities in Mindanao, following warnings of renewed militant movements in parts of the region. PNP acting chief Lt. Gen. Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. said the police force is in constant coordination withContinue Reading

Leo Satellites

MANILA, Philippines – Bright satellites orbiting close to Earth are increasingly threatening astronomical research, as a new study on Amazon’s internet satellites underscores a wider problem facing scientists worldwide. Low Earth orbit (LEO) satellites are designed to sit just a few hundred kilometers above the planet to deliver faster internetContinue Reading

Incoming college students will soon have expanded access to higher education nationwide following the launch of a new government-funded, merit-based scholarship program. The Commission on Higher Education (CHED), the Department of Education (DepEd), and the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) on Friday signed a joint memorandum circular establishingContinue Reading

Australia is set to endure another intense heatwave this weekend, with meteorologists warning of soaring temperatures and elevated fire danger across several states. Weather forecasts show temperatures climbing well above seasonal averages, particularly in southeastern Australia. Parts of South Australia, Victoria, New South Wales, and inland Queensland are expected toContinue Reading